Central Standard

Vegetarian options pop up on a lot of Kansas City menus, from high-end restaurants to brand-new coffee shops … and yes, even at barbecue joints. “Now, it’s just part of everybody’s diet. You don’t have to ask for something vegetarian. It’s just a dish without meat or fish or whatever,” KCUR food critic Mary Bloch told host Gina Kaufmann on Central Standard. “It doesn’t have to be anything you feel deprived about,” said health coach Lisa Murphy. Murphy, Bloch and food critic Charles Ferruzza

Seg. 1: How to cut vegetables. At the Overland Park Farmers' Market , after you buy your vegetables and fruit, you can get them chopped up by a professional ... for free. The Vegetable Butcher stops by with some tips on how to cut produce. Tony Bien, The Vegetable Butcher Seg. 2, beginning at 16:02: The best meat-free dishes in town. After a visit to The Ship to hear about its veggie Cuban sandwich, KCUR's food critics search out the best vegetarian dishes in and around KC. Ernie Locke, chef,

Segment 1: A talk with Kevin Willmott about his new film. "BlacKkKlansman" just won the Grand Prix at the Cannes Film Festival. It's based on the true story of a black cop who infiltrated the KKK in the 1970s. We catch up with the KU professor who collaborated on the film with Spike Lee. Kevin Willmott, Professor, Department of Film & Media Studies at KU; co-writer of "BlacKkKlansman" Segment 2, beginning at 17:09: Looking back at the filming of "Kansas City." When Robert Altman filmed

Segment 1: The changing relationship between working artists and the Crossroads. The Crossroads is a lively place, filled with condos, wine shops, doggie daycares and yoga studios. But back in 2000, it was much more quiet, inhabited by artists who brought their quirky vibe to the area. Now, the building that houses YJ's Snack Bar has been sold — and the longstanding café is moving. Is it the end of an era? What's next for the Crossroads and the artists? Kevin Collison, KCUR contributor and

Segment 1: Comedic play at The Unicorn invites serious conversations on gender identity. The comedy Hir revolves around the story of a transitioning teen and their dysfunctional family. Find out how one performer connects with their role on a personal level. Ahafia Jurkiewicz-Miles , actor The production of 'Hir' runs at The Unicorn Theater through June 24. For ticketing and information, visit UnicornTheatre.org . Segment 2, beginning at 21:40: After a brief stint with NASA fell through, Ed

Hear the story behind a classic Kansas City restaurant, then visit a new cafe that's located inside an antique mall. Plus: we revisit our Food Critics' search for the best Italian food in and around KC, from beloved old-school favorites to interesting new takes on the cuisine. Guests: Jasper Mirabile , Jr., chef/owner of Jasper's Restaurant and Marco Polo's Italian Market Ann Scida , owner, Joe's Cellar Charles Ferruzza , 435 Magazine Mary Bloch , Around the Block Jenny Vergara , Feast Magazine

Segment 1: How a sea voyage inspired a fashion collection. Her grandparents immigrated to America from England in the hull of a ship. Hear how that journey helped inspire a collection at this year's West 18th Street Fashion Show. Amani Skalacki, jewelry designer/stylist West 18th Street Fashion Show , 8 p.m. Saturday, June 9 on West 18th Street between Baltimore and Wyandotte Streets, Kansas City, Missouri 64108. Segment 2, beginning at 16:45: A new exhibit on how artists depict country life.

Segment 1: How a tattoo interacts with technology. A tattoo artist in Topeka inks soundwave tattoos, which play a recorded sound with the help of your phone. Hear more about it. Jacob Shell, owner, Absolute Tattoo Segment 2, beginning at 14:12: The story behind Loose Park's rose garden. It's a beloved KC landmark that's been the setting for weddings, prom photos and picnics. More on this fragrant oasis in the city. Cyndy Price, President, Kansas City Rose Society Rose Day , 1-5 p.m. Sunday, June

Segment 1: The latest on the resignation of Missouri governor Eric Greitens. Misouri governor Eric Greitens has been at the center of a whirlwind of scandals, which culminated in his resignation yesterday. Catch up on what's going on. Brian Ellison , host of KCUR's Statehouse Blend Missouri Segment 2, beginning at 6:42: How to combat fake news. Over this past school year, professors at KU have been working with colleagues at a Russian university to give journalism students the tools to suss out

It's an iconic summer activity, especially in KC: pulling your car into a big gravel lot and watching movies under the stars. In a time where there are so many ways to consume media, we examine the appeal of the drive-in ... and look at the past, present and future of this particular type of movie theater. Guests: Wes Neal, owner, Boulevard Drive-In Brian Neal, Boulevard Drive-In Loey Lockerby, film critic Mary Morley Cohen, Associate Dean, Graham School , University of Chicago and drive-in