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Segment 1: A look back at Kansas City soul music. Johnny Starke goes hunting for old 45s — recordings of soul music made in Kansas City. He's the subject of a new film that followed him on his quest to find the perfect record. We also hear about KC soul music and why it's almost a "secret history" to some. Anthony Ladesich , filmmaker Johnny Starke , record collector Segment 2, beginning at 33:17: A Kansas-based travel writer comments on our obsession with souvenirs. A miniature Eiffel Tower, a

Segment 1: Refugee of South Sudan performs here in the Metro. Dominic Leek's home village in South Sudan was raided during the Second Sudanese Civil War. At the age of eight, he escaped Sudan and eventually found refuge in Kansas City. Hear Dominic's story and learn why he uses music to relay messages of peace to his home country. Dominic Leek , musician, G-Dinkas Segment 2, beginning at 32:17: Memories of a Kansas City civil rights leader. Ruth Shechter was a leader in Kansas City's fight

Segment 1: A puppeteer takes on a beloved childhood classic with virtually no narrative, but lots of dogs. Mesner Puppet Theater is staging two very different productions this summer: P.D. Eastman's Go, Dog, Go! and The Tempest , by William Shakespeare. Mike Horner , Artistic Director, Mesner Puppet Theater Segment 2, beginning at 12:35: A photographer on being the artist-in-residence at the Missouri State Fair. Rather than turning his lens on animals, rides or performers, Matt Rahner focused on

For many immigrants, art is a comfort — a home no one can take away. On this episode, we hear the immigration stories, filled with triumph and heartbreak, from the local arts community. Fidencio Fifield-Perez , artist Israel Garcia, curator, Garcia Squared Hong Zhang , artist

For some, genetic testing can provide answers to lifelong questions. But DNA also raises unique ethical conundrums when it comes to privacy and discrimination. On this episode, we dive into the personal stories and moral curiosities about DNA. Guests: Tiffany Dow , found biological father with the help of DNA testing Stuart Leavenworth , reporter, McClatchy DC Bureau Richard Payne , ethicist, John B. Francis Chair in Bioethics at the Center for Practical Bioethics David Jackson , local historian

Segment 1: A team of linguists discover a new accent in southwest Kansas. Liberal, Kansas, and other nearby communities are developing a distinct accent. We find out how the language change is a sign of a vibrant and growing Latino pouplation. Trevin Garcia , researcher, Kansas Speaks project at Kansas State University Segment 2, beginning at 18:35: The lesser known history of the Ozark region. When the Lake of the Ozarks were created in 1931, at the time they were the largest man-made lake in

Stories of small-town Kansas usually deal with issues like population decline, the brain drain or boarded up downtowns and food deserts. A different story played out last year in Tonganoxie, a growing town of about 5,000 people that rejected a proposal for a chicken plant that would offer more than 1,000 jobs. On this episode, we dig into Tonganoxie, a town where the population is changing and where the controversy over a poultry plant has raised questions about what that change will look like

Segment 1: Have our habits on eating meat changed? The amount of meat Americans will consume this year is expected to reach record heights, despite talks about the virtues of veggie-based diets. On this episode, we explore the changing role of meat in our lives. Peggy Lowe , investigations editor, Harvest Public Media Nick Fantasma , Paradise Meat Locker Dicky Heckler , Central Soy Tofu Segment 2, beginning at 30:51: In a world infested by mythological creatures, what tune do you rock to?

Segment 1: Deciding what to do after high school can be tough. For students, high school graduation oft evokes feelings of accomplishment and freedom. But deciding what to do next can be a difficult decision. We discuss different paths students may consider when looking to further their education, skills and training. Neil Corriston , counselor, Center School District Charlie Nutt , executive director, National Academic Advising Assocation Segment 2, beginning at 30:30: How sound teaches our

A portrait isn't just about capturing someone's literal likeness. It's about capturing the inner essence. So how is it done? And how is it done well? We host a roundtable discussion with Kansas City artists — from painter to doll-maker — to explore the ins and outs of portraiture in various mediums. Guests: Aimee Marcereau DeGalan , senior curator of European arts, Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art E. Spencer Schubert , bronze sculpture artist Taylor Triano ​, fiber artist of Lil Bits Dolls Paul