MPR News with Angela Davis

Behind the scenes with producer Samantha Matsumoto

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Angela Davis talks with associate producer Samantha Matsumoto about the making of the show.
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Have you ever wondered what happens behind the scenes of a radio talk show?

Samantha Matsumoto
Samantha Matsumoto is an associate producer for MPR News with Angela Davis.
Courtesy of Samantha Matsumoto

Host Angela Davis gives you a look behind the curtain with producer Samantha Matsumoto.

They discuss where ideas come from, how guests are found and selected and what happens in the control room to ensure that the show reaches listeners consistently and clearly.

They also revisit some memorable shows and check in with Samantha and her Cube Critics co-host Aron Woldeslassie about what they’re watching.

Guests: 

  • Samantha Matsumoto is an associate producer for MPR News, and a co-host of MPR’s Cube Critics. 

  • Aron Woldeslassie is an associate producer for MPR News and a co-host of MPR’s Cube Critics. 

Use the audio player above to listen to the full conversation.

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