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The Bloch family has given a lot to Kansas City, including a donation of 29 masterworks by Impressionist and Post-Impressionist artists of the late 19th century to The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art . Today we're live from the Bloch Galleries , previewing the collection's new home inside the museum. From the art hanging on the walls to the technology hidden between them, everything about the space was obsessed over, creating a visitor experience like none other. The Bloch Galleries open to the

From his vantage point in the U.S. Senate, Sheldon Whitehouse is of the mind that the longstanding tradition of honor in American politics is disappearing. Today, he argues corporate infiltration into the political system is to blame. Then, we enter the world of science fiction with the Marvel writer who created a female Thor , and the special effects artist who left his mark in TV's Star Trek and Breaking Bad. They tell us why they left the coasts behind, and made Kansas City home instead.

Kansas City, Kansas, Mayor Mark Holland speaks with host Steve Kraske about the State of the Government Address he presented on February 28, noting the progress made in Wyandotte County, and what more needs to be done. Also, our Political Pundits examine President Trump's first address to a joint session of Congress . Then, Bill Brownlee has this week's Local Listen , which features Poor Bishop Hooper .

Today we ask the Ethics Professors which services the government is (and is not) morally obligated to provide its citizens. Health care? Education? A good-paying job? Then, KCUR's Sam Zeff fills us in on a Kansas Supreme Court ruling with major implications for education funding and equity. Finally, Brian McTavish presents the latest Weekend To-Do List .

In such a divided era in America, is respect for different faiths critical to the country's success? A former member of President Obama's Faith Advisory Council answers that question. Then, trout season begins on March 1 and there's no better place in Missouri to ring it in than Bennett Spring State Park , outside Lebanon. This week's installment of Statehouse Blend Missouri features state Treasurer Eric Schmitt. Brent Frazee leads the 'Spring Sportsman' series starting March 8 at Mid-Continent

Whether or not you enjoy your career, you likely plan on permanently leaving the workforce at some point. With longer life expectancy rates, and shrinking stability in government pension programs, hopeful retirees are right to be concerned about the financial viability of doing so. Today, Up To Date 's Smart Money Experts detail pragmatic planning tactics and crisis control for those currently in danger of outliving their assets.

First, we discuss Wednesday's deadly shooting that killed one man and injured two others in an Olathe bar. Then, Up To Date 's indie, foreign, and documentary film critics dive into the Oscar-nominated short films in the live-action , animated and documentary categories. They also highlight movies showing now in the metro area, including I am Not Your Negro , A United Kingdom , The Red Turtle , The Girl with All the Gifts , Bitter Harvest and Toni Erdmann .

Every major advancement of African-Americans since the Civil War has been met and opposed by " white rage ," says Carol Anderson . Today, she explains how resentful whites have looked to halt the progress of blacks through discriminatory policies, laws, intimidation and violence. Then, Kansas Director of the Budget Shawn Sullivan reviews options for resolving his state's financial woes in light of Gov. Sam Brownback's veto of the legislature's latest budget proposal. Finally, Brian McTavish

For parents who have a picky eater in the house, mealtime can feel like a battle. Today, we get tips from health professionals — and from listeners with front-line experience — for encouraging good routines in the kitchen and at the table. We'll also explore ways to get your kids interested and involved in preparing the food they eat. This week's Local Listen features garage-rockers Momma's Boy .

For the 3rd year in a row, Abraham Lincoln topped C-SPAN's presidential leadership survey . On Presidents Day (more accurately known as Washington's Birthday ), we explore the struggle over emancipation and the ratification of the Thirteenth Amendment. Then, reporters update us on the latest Harvest Public Media headlines, including POTUS' pick for agriculture secretary , how to define milk and why more GMOs are showing up in grocery stores . Michael Vorenberg will present ' Lincoln, the