Segment 1: The forgotten Kansas Citian behind Mickey Mouse. The story of how Mickey Mouse got his start is part of Kansas City mythology. But Walt Disney isn't the only Kansas Citian responsible for the famous mouse. We'll hear the story of another man whose role in making Mickey is just as crucial. Jeff Ryan , author, A Mouse Divided: How Ub Iwerks Became Forgotten and how Walt Disney Became Uncle Walt Segment 2, beginning at 34:13: Local violinist group sets music to popular children's tale.