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Despite its shoestring budget and remarkably short shooting schedule, High Noon is revered among cinephiles. Today, author Glenn Frankel reveals how the 1952 film reflects the turbulent political climate of the Red Scare . Then: Buildings can affect our sleep, what we eat and how we feel. A new building-certification program called WELL addresses seven concepts that focus on human health, and provides a rating system to keep structures up to standard. The Kansas City Public Library is hosting a

The Band's legendary final performance was over 40 years ago, but their fame lives on. The hit group's lead guitarist, Robbie Robertson, shares stories from the time he wrote "The Weight" in one night to jamming with Bob Dylan. Then, former Kansas Governor and U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services Kathleen Sebelius speaks about why Republicans shouldn't be so hasty to replace the Affordable Care Act. She also details her new work as CEO of Sebelius Resources LLC . Former Secretary of

Not every undocumented migrant crossing our southern border makes it. Remains of those who die in the attempt are found in the open and in unmarked graves. Meet the anthropologist using forensics to return skeletal remains to waiting families. Then KU's Lisa McLendon says "it's all about attitude" when it comes to grammar. Her passion for sentence structure and punctuation led her to write a workbook about it . Finally, Brian McTavish presents the latest Weekend To-Do List . Anthropologist Dr.

Warning: you may want to change your March Madness brackets. We speak with the Kansas University professor who has developed a model to statistically predict the Final Four in the NCAA tournament. Then, we meet John Gibson, the new chairman of the Democratic Party in Kansas , and find out what makes him hopeful for his party in such a red state. Finally, Bill Brownlee updates us on this week's Local Listen, Everette Dan .

The replacement of the Affordable Care Act, is currently making its way through Congress. As President Trump has said, healthcare "is an unbelievably complex subject," and the American Health Care Act is certainly raising concerns from those covered by Obamacare. Today, we take your questions on how existing coverage could be affected if the AHCA is passed. Also, this week's Statehouse Blend Kansas features Senate President Susan Wagle ( R-Wichita ) on how a new Governor could change the

It can be hard for parents to have a genuine talk with their teen-aged children without it ending up as awkward, emotional, or even worse, unproductive. Today, psychologist Wes Crenshaw discusses what is, and isn't, valid in a conversation with your teen.

President Trump has referred to major media outlets such as The New York Times and CNN as "the enemy of the American people." But what does that unwanted title mean for journalists, and journalism itself, moving forward? We bring in the Media Critics to answer that one. Also, should a news outlet assign reporters based on race? Find out what our panel thinks about the recent lawsuit between a local reporter and television news station involving that very issue.

The saying "let's get the hell out of Dodge" exists for a reason. Back in its day, Dodge City, Kansas, was the roughest, toughest town people dared to stop in. Author Tom Clavin, used his obsession with the Wild West to write a book on how the city got its infamous reputation . Also, we speak with the new sheriff of Johnson County, Calvin Hayden, about how he's balancing the safety of his deputies with increasing staffing shortfalls and overtime pay. Finally, Brian McTavish presents the latest

Today, bestselling author and political activist Francine Prose shares her thoughts on the importance of the written word. She says the First Amendment is under threat, and explains why what we write counts now more than ever. Then, we speak with Missouri State Auditor Nicole Galloway, who says certain executive payments the University of Missouri System awards break the law. Finally, Bill Brownlee updates us on KCUR's Band of the Week , The Elders . Francine Prose will speak about the critical

The Vietnam War didn't end silently, it went out to the loud riffs of rock n' roll. Revisit the songs that shaped the 1960s and '70s, and captured the moods of soldiers overseas and civilians at home. We also find out how the electric guitar became the international symbol of freedom, danger and rebellion. This week's Statehouse Blend Missouri features Democratic State Rep. Greg Razer, of Kansas City, who's asking for more transparency in the state's budget.