This edition of KVC-Arts begins with Lillian Vasquez in conversation with muralist Jonas Never who recently created a piece serving as tribute to NASCAR champion Jimmie Johnson. Then KVCR’s Benjamin Purper speaks with UCR professors Stu Krieger and Bella Merlin, who wrote the play At the Pass , and assistant director Stephanie Padilla.

This edition of KVC-Arts begins with KVCR’s Benjamin Purper in conversation with comedian Aaron Chase, from Riverside, and often seen in downtown Redlands. Then Lillian Vasquez speaks with illustrator, writer and cartoonist Bob Eckstein, author of The History of the Snowman with documented snowman illustrations going back as far as the late 14 th century. Lillian also speaks with author, speaker, and podcast host- and now host of the Ted Radio Hour - Manoush Zomorodi.

This edition of KVC-Arts begins with Emmanuel Rogers in conversation with Kaitlin Phillips, author of The Future of Feeling: Building Empathy in a Tech Obsessed World . The book explores what is missing in the age of so many people communicating with each other through a device, rather than in person. Then it’s David Fleming with actor and storyteller Geraldine Keams, known for playing Little Moonlight in The Outlaw Josey Wales with Clint Eastwood. Gerladine discusses the movie and so much more.

This edition of KVC-Arts begins with Emmanuel Rogers in conversation with Mark Greaney, author of "Mission Critical," and others in the Gray Man series of thriller spy fiction. Then it's David Fleming in conversation with Mike Love, of The Beach Boys. Love recently released, "This Too Shall Pass," a song of hope during the corona virus pandemic which offers a salute to some, and a fun song for all. Some Beach material gets covered as well of course.

This edition of KVC-Arts starts off with Lillian Vasquez in conversation with actress Megan Cavenaugh, who you may have seen in A League of Our Own or Friends. Megan is in the Earth Mother role in Menopause the Musical, with online viewing over the next couple of weeks. Also on the show, David Fleming speaks with Steve Gonsalves, one of the producers of Ghost Nation , with investigations of reported paranormal activity around the country. Ghost Nation can be seen on The Travel Channel. Tickets

This edition of KVC-Arts begins with Emmanuel Rogers in conversation with author Richard Lieberman about his book Bad Seed . Then Lillian Vasquez speaks with Anson Williams, best known as Potsi Webber on Happy Days. He talks about the phrase “jumping the shark,” but also the phrase “singing to the bulldog.” Anson also shares about his campaign against drowsy driving. Finally, it’s Shareen Awad with a brief remembrance of Kenny Rogers, who passed away in March of this year.

This edition of KVC-Arts is as much about interesting places and people in our region, as it is a remembrance of Mindi McNeil. Mindi was first heard on KVCR on the program, "My Awsome Empire," which was CSUSB student produced, and led by Lacey Kendall. Mindi began interning at KVCR for a time, before moving on to KUVO in Denver. Mindy passed away just last week. Here are three interviews from Mindi on a few different subjects, though with the same passion and enthusiasm. First Mindi checks out

This edition of KVC-Arts opens with Emmanuel Rogers finding out more about the Galaxy Press re-release of the Sci-Fi classic - Battlefield Earth. Then it's David Fleming in conversation with Jim Peterik. He gave us "Eye of the Tiger" after receiving a call from Syvester Stallone - which he thought was a prank. He co-wrote "Heavy Metal" with Sammy Hagar. He gave us any of .38 Special's biggest hits... and he's just released a single called "Empty Arena," a poignant look at the state of

The sole focus of this edition of KVC-Arts is with KVCR's Benjamin Purper in conversation with Mikel Jollet, founder and frontman of the band, The Airborne Toxic Event. Jollet has a new memoir out, called Hollywood Park, which is also the name of the accompanying new album. He has a virtual book tour underway. More at theairbornetoxicevent.com/book

This edition of KVC-Arts is all about wearing other hats. The program begins with Emmanuel Rogers in conversation with Jessica Yellin, former Chief White House Correspondant, and now author. "Savage News" IS fiction, but draws from Yellin's experiences. After that it's KVCR's Benjamin Purper in conversation with Tad Worku, and ER trauma nurse and musician - who recently had to cancel his tour due to the Corona outbreak.