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Adam Foss , a former assistant district attorney in Suffolk County, Mass., says today's justice system is the same as the one created hundreds of years ago, and it's failing a lot of people. Today, a conversation on how prosecutors can help fix the criminal justice system. Then, we get caught up on the state of organized labor in Missouri and the status of the right-to-work legislation that Gov. Eric Greitens signed in February.

Does work have you feeling stressed out, or maybe it's politics or something in your personal life? Today, we explore two approaches to understanding and moving past those frustrations. First, we learn a little about how mindfulness meditation can help quiet your mind and bring about a new consciousness. Then, we find out how "traditional" family roles for mothers and fathers might be introducing tension into romantic relationships and parenthood. Preethaji and Cathi Hanauer will present at this

Tensions over the Jackson County jail continue to mount. Attorneys for former inmates filed a class-action lawsuit last week that would force authorities to address the detention center's dangerous, dirty conditions. Today, we speak with two Jackson County legislators about what they'd do to improve the facility. Then, we kick off a week full of conversation with presenters from this year's TEDxKC . First up, Robert Hernandez teaches us how new technology is helping journalists tell more

The term “fan” first entered the sports lexicon as shorthand for “fanatic” — and it wasn’t meant as a compliment. But as commentator Victor Wishna explains in “A Fan’s Notes,” when done responsibly, there’s no shame in getting carried away. It’s all part of the game. So, how’s everybody’s summer? Me, I spent most of July in Westeros. And if you don’t know what I’m talking about, well, you might want to stop listening. But if you do, then you know I’m talking about Game of Thrones , the

From a targeted shooting in Olathe to the president's so-called " travel ban ," tensions over race, culture and religion are high. Today, we delve into two experiences in the Muslim community and learn what living in Trump's America has been like for Islamic people. Then, piano legend Herbie Hancock shares memories about the beginning of his jazz career and explains what today's young musicians are bringing to the art. Wajahat Ali is the keynote speaker at the Crescent Peace Society's 21st

As summer wanes, students and teachers across all metro districts are getting ready for a new school year, but the challenges faced by teachers in urban settings can differ greatly from their suburban colleagues. Today, we speak with educators from both sides of the state line to learn about the rigors and rewards of teaching in the inner-city.

Everyone shares the same biology, but that doesn't mean we all enjoy the same access to unprejudiced medical training, health care or advice. Today, we speak with Dr. Damon Tweedy about being a Black Man in a White Coat in a country where being African-American can be bad for your health. Then, we get a quick recap of results from Tuesday's election in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Damon Tweedy will present 'Race and Medical Education: Narrative Reflections of a Black Doctor' at St. Joseph Medical

Earlier this year, Karen Fuller, a former news anchor at KCTV-5, sued the station's owner , alleging the company created an age-ceiling for female anchors. Today, our Media Critics ask: Why is it common to have older newsmen on television but rare to see women anchors of a similar age? They'll also discuss how the internet has " digitally disrupted " American newsrooms. Then, KCUR's Jim McLean reports on the Democratic candidates lining up to take on U.S. Rep. Kevin Yoder in the 2018 election.

What do you expect to find at a vending machine? Soda or chips? How about a full-blown history tour? That’s the idea behind photographer Chris Dahlquist’s exhibit History Vendor , located at City Market Park on 3rd and Main Street through mid-October. The project includes three stock machines fitted to dispense free cards that pair historic photographs with maps of where they were taken. The project, commissioned by the Kansas City Municipal Art Commission for Art in the Park , aims to connect

Just because court filings suggest illegal opioid use is down in Kansas' wealthiest county doesn't mean its residents are unaffected by rising usage nationwide. Today, we'll find out what opiate use looks like in Johnson County. Then, we learn what exactly makes sports fandom such a big deal in Kansas City , whether it's for the Chiefs, the Royals or Sporting KC. Later, we ask whether a vote for a higher minimum wage in Kansas City is moot, in light of a Missouri law that disallows local