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Anna Thompson Hajdik

Anna Thompson Hajdik is a native Minnesotan that now resides on the other side of the river in Wisconsin.  She is an occasional freelance writer and full-time educator, specializing in writing and film history at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater.

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Movies

‘Sweet Land’ at 20: Exploring the MN-Made Movie’s Still-Relevant Immigrant Themes

The filmmaker and author reflect on taking the short story from page to screen, and celebrate its anniversary this weekend with a screening at the Main.

October 22, 2026
Travel

5 Outstate Minnesota Regions to Explore in 2025

Get outta town! 

February 26, 2025
Today's stories are presented by Racket's first-ever book:

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Culture

Downtown Minneapolis Is Haunted by the Ghosts of Christmas Past

As a kid I loved Christmas visits to town, but I want so much more for its future.

December 22, 2023