John F. Kennedy

1957 to 1974 (12/28/07)

Elmer L. Andersen shows off his collection of history books in a rare kinescope recording. Orville Freeman and Hubert Humphrey film a campaign commercial with presidential candidate John F. Kennedy. Senator Humphrey reminisces about his blooming romance with Muriel. And Wendell Andersen inaugurates the opening of Orchestra Hall.

Farm Chat with JFK (08/08/07)

In 1960, presidential candidate John F. Kennedy sat down with Governor Orville Freeman and Senator Hubert H. Humphrey in the KTCA studios to film this political spot. Freeman later served as U.S. Secretary of Agriculture under presidents Kennedy and Johnson.

 

tpt 50th Treasures (08/03/07)

We talk about the fun block of historic programming that tpt will air for its anniversary. It's a great lineup.

Archbishop Ireland's Dream (06/01/07)

The Cathedral of St. Paul is celebrating the centennial of the laying of its cornerstone. The festivities take place wall-to-wall this weekend. We chat with Father John Paul Erickson about the big goings on. If nothing else, watch this segment for some rare home movies taken in 1962 when President Kennedy visited the Cathedral.

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