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Segment 1: Cyclin g, Class, and Race Bike-friendly cities shouldn't be designed for one particular demographic or social class in mind. On this episode, we explore the question: how can Kansas City provide a bike-able city for everyone? Anne Lusk, research scientist, Harvard University Michael Kelley, policy coordinator, BikeWalkKC Alfredo Palacol, Hope Faith Ministries Segment 2, beginning at 38:00: The Heart of a Boy. We visit with a photographer who celebrates the lives of young boys through

Segment 1: We take a trip to Monarch Bar. We take you to a butterfly-themed bar near the Plaza, with a monarch butterfly expert. Will the menu live up to the hype? Chip Taylor , Founder and Director of the Monarch Watch Segment 2, beginning at 7:44: The best cocktails and happy hours in town. As Kansas City's food scene grows, the cocktail offerings become more varied and sophisticated. Our food critics share some of their favorite drinks around town. Jenny Vergara , contributing editor, Feast

Segment 1: Moderatism and social media. It seems everywhere on the news there's talk about a political divide in America. But is it possible that claim is over exaggerated by social media? In this conversation, we find out why a recent study from the University of Missouri says this might be the case. Michael Kearney , professor, University of Missouri School of Journalism Debra Leiter , professor, UMKC Department of Political Science Segment 2, beginning at 31:46: What are "G's"? Sprint is

You could argue that our town is full of superheroes. In this episode, we look back at some of our favorite conversations with "ordinary" Kansas Citians who have done extraordinary things. Segment 1: KC's Running Superman, Michael Wheeler retires. Segment 2, beginning at 7:53: The intrepid spice beat of Central Standard . Segment 3, beginning at 17:30: KC Chef food-styles the Queer Eye lifestyle book: "Love Yourself, Love Your Life."

The Kansas City Star is the "paper of record" in town, but its staff has recently faced tough layoffs. And they're not alone — the entire journalism industry is changing, too. In this conversation, we discuss the history and future of journalism. Scott Reinardy , journalism professor, University of Kansas Dan Margolies , senior reporter and editor, KCUR 89.3 Hannah Wise , audience development editor, Dallas Morning News

Historic Kansas City recently gave out their annual awards to celebrate projects that preserve important pieces of our city's architectural past. On this episode, we learn more about what goes into preserving local history and meet one of the award winners, who turned a 128-year-old church in KCK into a boxing gym for kids. Guests: Matt Tomasic , director, Police Athletic League in KCK Lisa Lassman Briscoe , executive director, Historic Kansas City Daniel Serda , urban planner & project

Segment 1: Monarch Glass Studio becomes a community hub in Kansas City. The glass scene in Kansas City is on the rise. The owner of Monarch Glass Studio lets us in on the allure of glass, as an artistic material, and tells the story of opening a Kansas City studio to foster a glass community here. Tyler Kimball, Owner and Operator of Monarch Glass Studio Segment 2, beginning at 21:30: David Dastmalchian comes back to KC. David Dastmalchian's latest project takes him back to his roots, both

Segment 1: Modern Monetary Theory. A brand of unconventional economics is garnering a lot of attention after being touted by politicians such as Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Bernie Sanders. It's called Modern Monetary Theory (often abreviated MMT) and UMKC is known for it. Why is that, and how will it affect political discourse moving forward? Mathew Forstater , economics professor, University of Missouri-Kansas City Nathan Lewis , author on monetary economics and Forbes contributor Max Skidmore

Segment 1: 3.2 Beer. As of April 1, grocery and convenience stores in Kansas are permitted to sell full-alcohol beer. In this conversation, we find out why the 3.2 alcohol limit was instituted in the first place and share memories of the infamous brew. Frank Morris , national correspondent and senior editor, KCUR 89.3 James Sherow , professor, Department of History at Kansas State University Segment 2, beginning at 34:58: A Friend For Henry. A local author reflects on her experience raising a

Segment 1: A dementia-friendly KC. What would it look like for a city to be "friendly" and accessible to people with dementia? We meet a sociologist looking to answer that question and find out how Kansas Citians are looking to implement a solution. April Roy , director, Kansas City Public Library-Plaza Branch Emily Kearns , sociologist and consultant for dementia-friendly communities A conversation on creating a dementia-friendly Kansas City will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, April 5th at the