Show overview
The Conversation has been publishing since 2023, and across the 2 years since has built a catalogue of 4 episodes. That works out to roughly 2 hours of audio in total. Releases follow an irregular cadence.
Episodes typically run twenty to thirty-five minutes — most land between 26 min and 36 min — though episode length varies meaningfully from one episode to the next. It is catalogued as a EN-language News show.
The catalogue appears to be on hiatus or wound down — the most recent episode landed 1.5 years ago, with no new episodes in over a year. Published by The Dakotan.
From the publisher
The Conversation is a place where free and open conversations happen with people from around North Dakota and beyond. Our goal is to highlight their story and create discussion that helps us think outside of the box.
Latest Episodes

Ep 9Property Taxes, Term Limits, and a touch of Dunseith with Gov. Kelly Armstrong
In this episode of The Conversation, host Jonathan Starr sits down with Governor Kelly Armstrong to discuss key issues facing North Dakota. From the ongoing debate over property taxes to the impact of term limits on leadership and governance, Governor Armstrong shares his insights and perspectives. Plus, we touch on the latest developments surrounding Dunseith, diving into the issues that have captured statewide attention.

Ep 8Jedidiah Rader, Ward County Commission Candidate
In this episode of The Conversation, Jedidiah Rader, candidate for Ward County Commission, shares his insights on running for office and key issues shaping the campaign. As one of the original candidates on the June ballot, Jedidiah provides a fresh perspective on Measure #4, the budget, and the role of the commission in the community. Whether you're curious about how the commission impacts daily life or want to hear more about local government challenges, this discussion dives deep into these topics and more.

Ep 2Election Integrity in North Dakota with Lydia Gesselle
The Conversation takes us behind the scenes of an effort to change how Elections work in North Dakota. They position themselves as restoring Integrity to ND Elections. Listen in to find out what they are about.

Ep 1From Felon to Reinventing Recovery - the Story of Adam Martin, F5 Project
Adam Martin with the F5 Project joins The Conversation to discuss his journey of overcoming past circumstances and creating a life that is worth living. He now helps others overcome similar problems. It's an interview worth watching!