Few people bring Kansas City's history to life like Monroe Dodd. But in light of our resident chronicler's move to Colorado, we indulge on one more journey through the great folklore of our town. Then, Kansas City Ballet's lead dancer, Lamin Pereira, shares his experience performing in The Nutcracker. ​Also, learn about a crisis rural America is facing through the lens of a novelist. Guests: Monroe Dodd, KCUR's resident historian Lamin Pereira, lead dancer, Kansas City Ballet Melissa Fraterrigo