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Meditating on the idea of merit

On today's show...

Lea Wroblewski, executive director of East River Legal Services, introduces us to her organization and the people they serve. We learn more about their services and the need for more lawyers.

This Saturday, the South Dakota Symphony Orchestra will tackle the work of Lou Harrison. He often included the classic Indonesian instrument the gamelan in his pieces.

Maestro Delta David Gier, cultural historian Joseph Horowitz and pianist Emanuele Arciuli share a conversation about Harrison's work and cultural fusion. Learn more about the Oct. 28 concert.

We get a preview of another Sioux Falls event with philosopher Michael Sandel. He's the author of "The Tyranny of Merit: What's Become of the Common Good?" and joins the show with a discussion on living in a meritocracy.

He will present at Augustana University on Thursday, Oct. 26 to kick off their inaugural Critical Inquiry & Citizenship Colloquium.

Plus, Kevin Woster talks about the pheasant opener he missed and the hunting he's looking forward to this season.

Lori Walsh is the host and senior producer of In the Moment.
Ellen Koester is a producer of In the Moment, SDPB's daily news and culture broadcast.
Ari Jungemann is a producer of In the Moment, SDPB's daily news and culture broadcast.