Show Me Today - The Voice of Missouri

Missouri’s old bridges are more than relics. They are reminders of how isolated communities survived, connected, traded, and rebuilt after floods and war.

Joining Show Me Today is Barbara Baird, known as “The Accidental Ozarkian,” whose deep research into Missouri history uncovers the human stories behind some of the state’s most fascinating bridges.

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Missouri has always been fascinated with the legend of outlaw Jesse James, but what happened after Jesse was shot may be even more unbelievable.

In a new article for Missouri Life Magazine, writer Ron Soodalter traces the violent chain of revenge that followed Jesse James’ death, including the story of “the man who killed the man who killed the man who killed Jesse James.” It’s a tale filled with betrayal, celebrity, public outrage, and Old West justice.

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The University of Missouri women’s golf team is headed to the NCAA Championships for just the second time in program history after a fifth-place finish at the Stanford Regional. Under head coach Caroline Westrup Gaeta, the Tigers have climbed from outside the national spotlight to one of the top teams in the country in just four seasons. Missouri will now compete for a national title starting Friday. Earlier this week, Caroline joined Show Me Today to talk about the remarkable turnaround of this program in four years.

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Years of dimming the lights during the bird migration at the Gateway Arch in St. Louis have made a difference, according to the National Park Service.

Gateway Arch Spokesman John Orrell tells Sue Danielson what they’ve noticed each spring and fall, since the practice went into place.

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The Show Me State Games have become one of Missouri’s biggest annual traditions, bringing together athletes of all ages and skill levels from across the state. From youth competitors to adults rediscovering their love of sports, the Games continue to create opportunities for competition, community, and family fun.

Joining Show Me Today is Bruce Ungles, executive director of the Show Me State Games, to talk about new events, such as flag football, the impact the Games have had across Missouri, and why participation across all age groups continues to grow.

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A small typewriter shop in Rolla, Missouri, got the attention of one of Hollywood’s biggest stars. After sending a letter to Academy Award-winning actor and noted typewriter collector Tom Hanks, Shane and Amanda Byrne, owners of Clickety Clack Typewriters Shop, received an incredible surprise in the mail: a vintage typewriter and a personal letter from Hanks himself.

Shane and Amanda joined Show Me Today to talk about the growing typewriter community, their unique shop, and what it was like hearing back from Tom Hanks.

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For a lot of us, coffee is just part of the morning routine. But for some people, it becomes a passion that turns into an exploration of flavors, brewing methods, coffee origins, and even the science behind the perfect cup.

Andrew Pautler is the creator of Pull & Pour Coffee, an online community dedicated to helping people discover specialty coffee, brew better coffee at home, and learn more about the culture surrounding one of the world’s most popular drinks.

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Scenic Natural Wonders of Missouri: an outdoor nature guide featuring more than 80 sites. 

Ashley Byrd talks with writer Don Corrigan about his new book and what it shows us.

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Kansas City’s Union Station continues to be one of the region’s biggest draws, and the next few months are shaping up to be especially busy. From blockbuster traveling exhibits to family-friendly attractions and even a role in the 2026 World Cup buzz, a lot is happening under that historic roof.

Joining Show Me Today is Michael Tritt, Chief Marketing Officer for Union Station, to give us a preview of what visitors can expect this summer and beyond.

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What will the economic impact be for the Kansas City Royals’ freshly announced downtown ballpark?

Cameron Conner sits down with University of Kansas City assistant professor Kabeer Bora to unpack the logistics.

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