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Conversations with magician Ryan Chandler, and assistant professor of music and director of choral activities at Hastings College Dr. Raoul Carlo (Miggi) F. Angangco.

On the Dec. 19, the Friday LIVE Holiday Special 2025 at 9:59 a.m. CT, Genevieve Randall will be your guide though an hour of holiday music, stories and poems: Music from Andrea von Kampen, The Wildwoods, The String Beans, Daniel Martinez and Paul Siebert: Stories read by Bob Hall and the late Cherrie Beam-Callaway: And some poems by Twyla Hansen, Matt Mason, and Tony Bock.

This week on Friday LIVE Extra, conversations with musicians Ingrid Griffin and Lucas Hoge about coming home for the holidays and playing some music while they are at it.

On the Dec. 12 Friday LIVE at 9:59 a.m. CT, Genevieve Randall and guests have lively conversations about: Andrea von Kampen's holiday concert (1:41); Ken Friedman's 92 Events exhibition at Sheldon (10:50); the Beatrice Community Player's production of a Christmas Carol (22:57); the performance of Handel's "Messiah" in Henderson (36:51); the Mass of the Americas happening at the Cathedral of the Risen Christ (46:01). Also, poetry from Tim Moran (32:23) and a preview of a service of lessons and carols in Omaha (56:20).

This week on Friday LIVE Extra, previews of the Lincoln Midwest Ballet Company's production of the "Nutcracker", and holiday choral concerts by Lincoln Choral Artists and St. Paul Choir.

Genevieve Randall talks with members of The Canadian Brass, who are in Lincoln for a concert at the Lied Center on Dec. 5.

On the Dec. 5 Friday LIVE from The Mill in Lincoln's Historic Haymarket Genevieve Randall and guests have lively conversations about: events by filmmaker Booker T. Mattison (1:25); Edgerton Explorit Center events in Aurora (13:20); Michael Bird and Lincoln's homegrown improv team The Disassociates performance (27:58); Deck the Halls concert by Lincoln's Symphony Orchestra (38:23); and West Nebraska Arts Center exhibitions and events (45:47). Also, poetry from Tim Moran (22:22) and a look at a new book by Omaha author Moonyani Write (52:40).

This week on Friday LIVE Extra, previews of the St. Paul First Friday Concert Series program featuring Bell-issimo, and Abendmusik and Nebraska Wesleyan concerts.

This week on Friday LIVE Extra, previews of the Omaha Community Playhouse's production of A Christmas Carol, Nebraska Jazz Orchestra's next concert and Abendmusik at First Plymouth's community sing of Handel's Messiah.

This week on the Nov. 21 Friday LIVE, host Genevieve Randall has lively conversations about Bluebarn's "Every Christmas Story Ever Told (And Then Some!)" (35:45); John T. Price's new book "Goethe's Oak: A Holocaust Story" and event (7:02); Yorkshire Playhouse's production of Ken Ludwig's "The Game's Afoot, or Holmes for the Holiday" (1:27); The Fab Four at the Merryman Performing Arts Center (26:30); and Nebraska Brass and Nebraska Trumpet Ensemble concerts (40:55). Also, Stephen Buhler reads and sings another poem by Ted Kooser (19:59), a preview of Voices of Omaha's performance of Handel's "Messiah" (47:36), and we play Ingrid Griffin's new song "Cowgirl Up!" (51:45).

This week on the Friday LIVE Extra, a look at "Emerging Visions," a juried high school art show at the Jackson Dinsdale Art Center at Hastings College.

This week on the Nov. 14 Friday LIVE from The Ron Hull Studio at Nebraska Public Media, host Genevieve Randall has lively conversations and live music performances with: The McGovern String Band (:53), David Boye (21:37), and Jeff Black (42:00). Also, Stephen Buhler reads another poem by Ted Kooser (15:57).

This week on the Friday LIVE Extra, a look at a new exhibition at The International Quilt Museum, and previews of productions by UNL Opera, the Nebraska Repertory Theatre, and Lincoln Community Playhouse.

This week on the Nov. 7 Friday LIVE from The Mill in Lincoln's Historic Haymarket, host Genevieve Randall and guests have lively conversations about: the new book about Cameron the Capital Cat by photographer John Shaw(6:19); Mutts Gone Nuts in Kearney(13:53); ArcoStrum's concert in Lincoln (20:50);Chuck Schroeder's exhibition at WallSpace-LNK (31:07); pianist Jim Fischer's gigs in North Platte(49:28). Also, some music performed by accordionist Julia Williams, poetry by Ted Kooser read by Stephen Buhler (40:27), Go Big Red exhibition at the Sheldon Museum of Art (45:39) and the next concert by the Omaha Symphony (57:06).

This week on the Friday LIVE Extra, a discussion with author Nguyễn Phan Quế Mai and previews of concerts by Lincoln Friends of Chamber Music and Lincoln's Symphony Orchestra.

This week on the Oct. 31 Friday UN-ALIVE, host Genevievel Randall and ghosts have deadly conversations about: Anvil Orchestra's frightening music for "Phantom of the Opera" and "Nosferatu (1:31);" Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra's concert in Lincoln(13:56); Mad Owl Film's spine tingling new documentary(36:10); and Hastings Symphony's concert and exhibit (46:16). Also, more poetry from David Moscovich (28:02), Go Big Red exhibition at the Sheldon Museum of Art (32:40) and the Omaha Symphony's Dia de los Muertos concert (54:53).

This week on the Friday UN-ALIVE Extra, a look at what's happening at the Prairie Arts Center in North Platte. and a preview of this weekend's scary concerts by Nebraska Chamber Players.

This week on the Oct. 24 Friday LIVE, host Genevieve Randall and guests have lively conversations about: Johnny Carson's 100th birthday exhibition at the Elkhorn Valley Museum (2:00); Beatrice Community Players' production of "Sweeney Todd (8:11);" El Museo Latino's "Day of the Dead" exhibition and more (30:18); and Polyphony's concert in Lincoln (39:05). Also, more poetry from David Moscovich (18:28), Go Big Red at the Sheldon Museum of Art (24:48), a look at Camille Thurman's concert in Omaha (55:24) and a sample of a new song from Ingrid Griffin (59:10).

This week on the Friday LIVE Extra, a preview of this weekend's concert by Lincoln's Symphony Orchestra and a look at "Time Out From War – Works by Thomas Naegele," on display in Omaha.

This week on the Oct. 17 Friday LIVE from the Fox Theatre in McCook, host Genevieve Randall and guests have lively conversations and performances, featuring: Rascal Martinez, singer/songwriter (:46); Annabelle Wilson, McCook poet (19:59); and Philip Daniel, composer/pianist (36:03). Also, we hear about Artbank (12:54) and Museum of the High Plains (28:26).

This week on the Friday LIVE Extra, conversations about Hadden Sayers concert and OmniArts Nebraska's current production. Also, an extended interview with Zahn McClarnon.

This week on the Oct. 10 Friday LIVE, host Genevieve Randall talks with Zahn McClarnon about his upcoming Governor's Lecture with Bird Runningwater (1:41). We also learn about Lincoln Community Playhouse's production of "Disney's Alice in Wonderland JR." (14:54), author Rebecca Lexa's new book (29:00), and an American Revolution event at the Stuhr Museum (46:51). Also, new poetry from David Moscovich (22:24), a preview of an event at Hot Shops in Omaha (42:49), and a song supporting Nebraska Missing Persons Day (38:57).

This week on the Friday LIVE Extra, Genevieve talks with musician Jannel Rap about Nebraska Missing Persons Day; previews The American Revolution event at the Stuhr Museum; and learns about Walnut Ridge, a world-premiere play opening at the Nebraska Communities Playhouse.

This week on the Oct. 3 Friday LIVE from The Mill in Lincoln's Historic Haymarket, host Genevieve Randall and guests have lively conversations about: Angels Theatre Company's production of "Pivot (1:40);" “The Muck, the Seeds, the Weeds, the Blossoming: the Journals of Karen Blessen (12:09);" the film "Eleanor the Great" at the Ross Media Arts Center (26:38); and Mike Smith's new documentary "Prairie Pirates" showing in Scottsbluff (45:46). Also, more poetry from Alina Nguyen (37:04).

This week on the Friday LIVE Extra, and a Theatre Roundup featuring: Wayne State College Theatre, Yorkshire Playhouse, and BLUEBARN Theatre.

This week on the Sept. 26 Friday LIVE from the Ron Hull Studio at Nebraska Public Media, host Genevieve Randall and guests have lively conversations and the guests have lively performances! Featuring: Robert Russell Quartet (1:03, 13:33, & 45:11); Akropolis Reed Quintet (4:20, 27:04, & 37:42); and La Dolce Vita Duo (32:35, 50:26, 58:38, & 1;04:51). Also, we'll hear more poetry from Alina Nguyen (20:23) and Hank Stratton gives us a look a the new Nebraska Repertory Theatre season (56:02).

This week on the Friday LIVE Extra, a look at River Selby's new book and event, and a grammar event and film at the Ross Media Arts Center.

This week on the Sept. 19 Friday LIVE, host Genevieve Randall and guests have lively conversations about: Larry The Cable Guy's performance in Lincoln (1:48); Tosca Lee's "One Book, One Nebraska" tour (10:53); the season opening concert by Lincoln's Symphony Orchestra (19:55); bassist Dan Loomis' performance of "Job's Trial" in Hastings (38:11). Also: an Art Roundup featuring Great Plains Art Museum (46:56), West Nebraska Arts Center (48:10); and Art in the Garden (50:22); poetry from Alina Nguyen (30:41); and a preview of “Grease” at the Omaha Community Playhouse (54:22).

This week on the Friday LIVE Extra, an extended version of the interview with Dan Whitney about Larry The Cable Guy's performance in Lincoln on Friday, September 19 and the new special.

This week on the Sept. 12 Friday LIVE, guest host Penny Morrow, Andy Hermann, Genevieve Randall, KJ Teder and guests have lively conversations about: the film "Bring Them Home" at The Ross Media Arts Center (1:24); artist/author/actor Tony Fitzpatrick's new book (12:02); "Safety Last!" with the Mont Alto Motion Picture Orchestra in Scottsbluff (37:15); and Fabulous Friday at Trails & Rails Museum in Kearney (50:27). Also, another story from the 2023 Nebraska Storytelling Festival (26:56) and a look at new exhibition featuring photos of the Omaha Symphony (46:38).

This week on the Friday LIVE Extra, a discussion with Jamie Reimer Seaman about the Robert Owens Centenary Festival.

This week on the Sept. 5 Friday LIVE from The Mill in Lincoln's Historic Haymarket, host Genevieve Randall and guests have lively conversations about: artist Bob Hall's exhibition at WallSpace-LNK; author Linda Pawlenty's new book and event; artist Keith Jacobshagen's exhibition; Nebraska Bluegrass Concert Series; and the opening season concert by the Nebraska Chamber Players.

This week on the Friday LIVE Extra, a conversation with author David Moscovich about his new books and event.

This week on the "Friday LIVE Extra" podcast, Genevieve Randall speaks with writer/actor/director Kate Beecroft about her feature film directorial debut East of Wall. She'll be at The Ross Media Arts Center in Lincoln this Friday evening.

This week on the Aug. 22 Friday LIVE, host Genevieve Randall welcomes a variety of guests to the Ron Hull Studio for a performance-based show. Musicians include Sandhills-based singer/songwriter B.J. Jamison, accordion player extraordinaire Julia Williams, and Omaha singer/event organizer Riké (accompanied by Andy Casillas on guitar). Acclaimed poet Bianca Swift also performs!

This week on the "Friday LIVE Extra" podcast, Genevieve Randall catches up with Cynthia Miller from The Most Unlikely Place in Lewellen.

This week on the Aug. 15 Friday LIVE, host Penelope Morrow and Genevieve Randall have lively conversations about: artist Thomas Naegele (1:23); events at Francie and Finch (14:07); exhibitions at Sheldon Museum of Art (33:51); "A Traveling Exhibition" by Laurine Kimmel (54:32); Jackie Allen and Susie Thorne tell us about the “How I Became A Jazz Singer” performance in Omaha (25:30); Daniel Martinez and Oscar Rios talk about the Jarana concert in Grand Island (30:11); another story from the 2023 Nebraska Storytelling Festival (44:31); and a profile of Omaha ceramicist Rodney Tague (1:03:22).

This week on the "Friday LIVE Extra" podcast, we meet some of the new staff at the Omaha Community Playhouse.

This week on the Aug. 8 Friday LIVE, host Genevieve Randall has lively conversations about: Humanities Nebraska's next Chautauqua (1:37); Abby E. Murray's new book & event and Amy Haddad's Ex Ophidia Press (10:38); Lisa Bang Hoffman's exhibition at WallSpace-LNK (28:43); and Lincoln Community Playhouse's production of "Come From Away," (37:45); And, another story from the 2023 Nebraska Storytelling Festival (19:24) and a look at the used instrument drive that the Omaha Chamber Music Society and KVNO are hosting this Saturday (54:08).

This week on the "Friday LIVE Extra" podcast, a look at exhibitions at: The Lux Center for the Arts in Lincoln and various galleries around the state featuring Impact Nebraska artists.

This week on the Aug. 1 Friday LIVE, host Genevieve Randall has lively conversations about: Flatwater Shakespeare Company's production of "Romeo and Juliet (8:41);" Yorkshire Playhouse's "The Baker Street Irregulars (31:25);" and Wagons West & 50th Anniversary Celebration at Trails & Rails Museum (46:03). Also, some performances from Nebraska Crossroads Music Festival musicians (1:31), (25:44), & (37:14). And, more poetry from Laura Gregory (20:46) and a look at the Omaha Fringe Festival (53:08).

This week on the Friday LIVE Extra, an Art Roundup featuring what's going on a the West Nebraska Arts Center, ArtBank, Blue Cat Gallery & Studio, and Clements Noyes Art Gallery.

This week on the July 25 Friday LIVE, host Genevieve Randall has lively conversations and about: Nebraska Crossroads Music Festival (1:25); a look at the art of Nebraska native Ed Ruscha (19:24); Meadowlark Music Festival (27:57); Brownville Village Theatre's productions (37:02); and Beatrice Community Players new production (48:18). Also, poetry from Laura Gregory (12:15) and a look at the search for a new music director for the Omaha Symphony (55:54).