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In honor of the Disclosure Day Movie - the UFO headlines included in this show fit right in. Prior to 2017 -- when UFOs didn't exist... (That narrative has now expired/is no longer useful.)  INFO: This segment has been edited. Opens with the show music and news headlines then the interview with Dream Interpreter/Author JM DeBord.RE Music: Used at the time of production in studio for live broadcast on KCMO 710 AM Radio. 2015-2017. 2 issues with this rebroadcast - that portion has been removed. https://jmdebord.com/ Summary: This video is a 2015/16 archival broadcast of Wendy's Coffee House, a talk radio program exploring UFO phenomena and the intersection of dreams and psychology. In this segment, host Wendy shares UFO-related news headlines before interviewing guest JM DeBord (also known as Jason), a renowned Reddit dream interpreter and author of the Dream Interpretation Dictionary.Part 1: UFO News and Headlines (0:41 – 8:34) Wendy discusses several topics related to unidentified aerial phenomena: Roswell 70th Anniversary: Discussion of upcoming events in Roswell and the persistence of UFO witness reports (1:47). Project Blue Book: The History Channel's series project involving Robert Zemeckis and the historical case files of Dr. J. Allen Hynek (5:20). UFO Roadside Attractions: A spotlight on Jody Pendarvis and his UFO-themed display in Bowman, South Carolina (4:07). Robert Bigelow: A mention of the billionaire's contributions to space exploration and the study of UFOs (6:56). Part 2: Interview with Dream Interpreter JM DeBord (8:34 – 41:50) Jason explains his methodology for interpreting dreams, emphasizing that they are personal stories rather than fixed definitions: The Symbolic Approach: Jason stresses the importance of analyzing the setting, characters, and actions within a dream to find personal meaning (31:26). He cautions against relying on one-size-fits-all dream dictionaries (13:33). Visitation Dreams vs. Metaphors: Jason discusses how to distinguish between a metaphorical dream (related to grief or personal growth) and a potential spiritual visitation. He notes that visitation dreams often feature the deceased in their prime, convey messages of love, and sometimes provide unknown information (21:16). Dream Myths: Jason debunks the common myth that dying or hitting the ground in a dream results in real-life death, sharing his own personal experience where a falling dream symbolized hitting 'rock bottom' and prompted a major life change (34:10). Community Impact: Jason shares how he began his work on Reddit (the r/Dreams subreddit) to help people navigate their subconscious and why he believes understanding dreams is a powerful tool for personal development (26:40, 30:44).

Quinton Lucas, KCMO Mayor, on World Cup to KC, Safety, and More! | 6-11-26See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

   Is the frustration of the Iran conflict starting to grind on President Trump?   He's got bold new statements on Monday morning just a day after NBC News aired an exchange with Kristen Welker that left Trump taking off his microphone, ending the interview and walking out.  We'll bring you up to speed on all of it.    Is it impossible for a pastor to win a Democrat primary in 2026?  A political science professor writes a story that leads you to believe there are just too many democrats that hate religion for Pastor Adam Hamilton to get nominated.    Gunfire roars all over KCMO this weekend just as the World Cup is getting started.  We have a great compilation for you of terrific celebrity grad speeches.    Team USA wears pride uniforms on D-Day... playing against Germany.  Who is in charge of soccer in this country?    KU baseball is on the ropes in college baseball, the Royals have a 5-2 road trip.  Travis Kelce has his own ice cream and leaves a big tip.  And in our Final Final, Charlie Sheen has a unique calculation of how many cigarettes he smoked over 33 years.

Quinton Lucas, KCMO Mayor, Ahead of His Trip to LA For Mayor's Conference | 6-4-26See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Stacey Graves, KCMO Police Chief, On Guns N' Hoses Event Plus Safety Around World Cup | 6-4-26See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nathan Willett, KCMO District 1 Councilman and Congressional Candidate, On KC Bus Fares Returning | 6-1-26See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

KCMO Mayor Quinton Lucas joined Pete Mundo to discuss what is happening in Kansas City this week, World Cup scenarios coming up, and a possible run for state-wide office in 2028? Check out the full interview!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Quinton Lucas, KCMO Mayor, On the Latest News Surrounding the Country Club Plaza and More! | 5-21-26See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nick Haines, Savannah Hawley-Bates, Brian Ellison, Charlie Keegan and Dave Helling discuss the battle over redistricting in Missouri and its impact on Emanuel Cleaver, reconsidering the bar hours extension during World Cup, safety concerns causing Town Topic to reduce hours, the latest KCMO violent crime statistics, the Sharice Davids decision, the opening of the riverfront streetcar and more.

With the news coming down that Town Topic would be closing at 8:00 pm for now rather than being open 24/7, Quinton Lucas joins Pete Mundo to discuss issues that have built up to this moment and what needs to happen to change course. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Artspeak Radio, Wednesday, May 13, 2026, 9am -10am CST, 90.1fm KKFI Kansas City Community Radio, streaming live audio www.kkfi.org Producer/host Maria Vasquez Boyd welcomes Knotty Orchid and Coti Meier. KNOTTY ORCHID-Feel the Kansas City Heat with Risqué Revelry! Come celebrate Kansas City culture, Parisian themes, and Jazz with a vaudevillian flair! We have a range of risqué entertainment from songbirds and poets to fancy femmes ready to tantalize your senses at our Paris of the Plains show on May 23rd, 2026 at Arts Asylum located at 824 E Meyer Blvd KCMO 64131 Doors open at 8:00pm and the show starts at 9:00pm. Tickets can be bought in advance at Eventbrite or at the door. The show will also include a raffle for fun prizes and wonderful local vendors in our lobby. Hot off the heels of several sold out shows this season already, Risqué Revelry is ready to entice even more folks to this beautiful and expressive performance art. And your continued support has allowed us another year nominated for Best Burlesque Troupe in The Pitch KC! Risqué Revelry is Kansas City's exceptional burlesque and variety show focused on uplifting marginalized voices within the arts communities. We pride ourselves in resurrecting the vaudevillian roots of burlesque and creating a space for all types of performers. Risqué Revelry is LGBTQ+, Femme, Latina, and Kanaka Maoli (Indigenous Hawaiian) owned. Diversity is always at the forefront of Risqué Revelry, LLC productions Arts Asylum 824 E. Meyer Blvd. KCMO www.theartsasylum.org www.risquerevelry.com COTI MEIER Kansas City-based artist Coti Meier finds humor in the everyday to create her drawings and collages. Her process involves layering paint, paper scraps, graphite, found images, and varied mark-making atop wood panels, often including quirky quips drawn from her personal experience or observations of others. Art has long been central to Meier's life, helping her navigate mental health, while inviting connections with others through visual storytelling— sometimes humorous, sometimes reflective. Coti's work is currently on display in the Art of Imagination case at the National Museum of Toys and Miniatures here in Kansas City. She will also be Artist of the Month at Roots KC - Westside in June with an opening event for the month long pop-up on Saturday, June 6 from 12 to 2 pm. Instagram: @dakotacoti / https://www.instagram.com/dakotacoti/

Steve Stegal, Owner of Blue Line Bar in KCMO, On World Cup Bar Hours | 5-8-26See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Quinton Lucas, KCMO Mayor, On World Cup Woes | 5-7-26See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Stacy Graves, KCMO Police Chief | 5-7-26 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Artspeak Radio, Wednesday, April 29, 9am -10am CST, 90.1fm KKFI Kansas City Community Radio, streaming live audio www.kkfi.org Producer/host Maria Vasquez Boyd welcomes Kansas City Art Institute students with Professor Kat Dison Nechlebová writer writer Blair Schulman. BLAIR SCHULMAN- On May 1, Midwest Agenda celebrates its fifth anniversary, marking five consecutive years of daily coverage dedicated to documenting contemporary art across the American Midwest. Founded in 2021 by critic, writer, and speaker Blair Schulman, Midwest Agenda is anindependent, free, and publicly accessible platform documenting regional cultural activity. Through artist features, exhibition announcements, critical commentary, and reporting, it amplifies artists and institutions often overlooked by national art media. Over five years, the project has documented thousands of exhibitions and events across twelve states, creating one of the most consistent public archives of Midwestern art. Midwest Agenda's coverage has tracked key developments impacting artists and communities, including shifts in public arts funding, debates around public art and civic space, the role of artificial intelligence in creative practice, political impact on the arts and the increasing influence of artist-led initiatives. Its social media platforms extend this work through direct, public-facing critiques of how current events shape artistic production and cultural conditions across the Midwest. The anniversary underscores several conclusions drawn from the archive: • Independent, decentralized media platforms are essential to documenting contemporary art ecosystems where visibility remains a barrier • Art in the Midwest is deeply connected to civic, political, and community life As Midwest Agenda enters its sixth year, it continues its commitment to daily publication and long-term documentation, reinforcing its role as both a news source and a living archive of the region's cultural landscape. Support Midwest Agenda with a tax-deductible donation through its fiscal sponsor, Blair Schulman Insta: midwestagenda TikTok: midwestagenda KCAI Sculpture Students- Inspiration for sculpture is everywhere. It can be informed from the rock on your hike, the smile of a stranger, or a song on your playlist. In KCAI's Sculpture School, you'll explore the conceptual, spatial, material, and processes that can bring your vision to life. In Sculpture, learn to transfer abstract ideas into materials and form. Weld, mold, cast, fabricate, or computer code your imagination into artwork. At the Sculpture School, students explore object-making, digital pieces, and installations. Discover sound and video, performance, kinetics, and multimedia art. Dive into collaborative, culturally diverse ventures and create community art projects. Work on both small and large-scale pieces in our outdoor foundry or the new digital lab. Make work that is relevant to contemporary issues and global art practice. Kansas City Art Institute is located at 4415 Warwick Blvd. KCMO www. kcai.edu

Mike Kehoe, Missouri Governor, On Royals Historic Announcement to Build New Stadium at Crown Center in KCMO | 4-23-26See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Quinton Lucas, KCMO Mayor, On Royals Historic Partnership with Hallmark and Downtown Stadium at Crown Center | 4-23-26See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the Fourth and final hour of New day with SSJ we are joined by MLB.com Royals writer Anne Rogers to talk about the Royals and their losing streak, but first SSJ brings up the breaking news that Missouri Governor Mike Kehoe, Royals owner John Sherman, and KCMO mayor Quinton Lucas will address the public tomorrow morning in regards to the stadium heading downtown. SSJ and Anne then discuss the struggling Royals after last night’s tough loss. Next we are joined by Chiefs legend Christian Okoye to talk about an event for the Christian Okoye Foundation, the roast of Nick Lowry. SSJ and Christian trhen discuss the Chiefs as the Draft is fast approaching. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Becky Nace, Former KCMO City Councilwoman on Royals Downtown Stadium | 4-17-26See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

01. Tengu, Maddy Lucas - 1942 (Extended Mix) 02. Sam Ex - Don`t wake Me Up 03. Mjoi - Calling Me 04. TanTron, More Plastic - CERBERUS 05. Benny V, Deploy & Entice MC - Bullet To The Temple 06. Noidex - The Last Party 07. Maylay & Bass Banditz - BULLFROG 08. Arcando, Sam Harper - Wide Awake 09. Eskei83 - Don't Like This 10. Hyper Senses - Engage 11. DJ Ferro, Bonnot - Destiny 12. Killbox - Without You 13. DACCATTA - Racer 14. NERV3 & Netsphere - Trick Of The Light 15. Esym - So Far Gone 16. Killswitch - Pat Tate 17. Jrace & Albert White Call My Name 18. GNTLMAN & Chillhomers - Strangers 19. merph - Swell 20. Kursiva - Tunnel Vision 21. Shamoid - Shampoo For Grease 22. Titanz UK - U.A.P 23. B Soul - Nightmare 24. Dj_Turn_Step_&_Facade_&_Exit4_&_Synestika - Fonk_Culture 25. Noidex - Longlive 26. DEGS & Hologram - Rebel Town 27. Titanz UK - Kairyu 28. MIKEETEE - King Of The Jungle 29. Viberium, Primordial Archetype & Primordial Vibe - Made It To The End 30. Exit4 vs Lex Starr - Selecta 31. Akuma - Upside Down 32. Inertia (NZ) - Grounded (Leks Remix) 33. Mr. L feat. Superfly 7 - Back to Your Roots (Capture the Bass Bootleg) 34. Ivan Ovodov - Bitchin 35. Erotic Cafe' - BOOSTA 36. TRANS:T, FIFTH - Cycles 37. Tornada & Chimalli - My World 38. The Invaderz - Got Me Burning 39. KCMO f/ Alex Digital & Mc Anarchy - Sci-Fi (Extended Mix) 40. AARXN - Tell Me 41. Chase & Status - Homework (feat. Lancey Foux) 42. Bladerunner - Flying technique 43. DJSS & Tribe Steppaz [ft Zia Sound MCs] - The World of Drum & Bass Tour Anthem 2026 44. Them Lot - Strollin 45. Justin Hawkes, Midnite Amity - Slipping 46. DJSS & INJA - Fluke (LP Mix) 47. Uplink (UK), Madrush MC - Resilient 48. Genic - Boppa 49. Burntboi - Greeze 50. Nick The Lot, DJ Millz - House Music (DNB Music VIP) 51. Master Error - Kingslayer 52. SKIYE - Walkman (El Pablo Remix) 53. L3MMY DUBZ - Wobble 54. Jamezy - Ghost 55. Guzi - Aye Up 56. Dunk - Dark Machine 57. Clearance - Pimpkicker 58. Benny Jodi, Indra Prasatya - Motion 59. Kvostax - In My Heart 60. Shirley Temper - Bang The Drum 61. G Jones, Eprom - The Real 62. Fez The Kid & BRUK - Rum Runna 63. Blade - Futures end 64. Breakage - Dread 65. Smote, Shaded Lines - After Lights 66. WiSP - Silence of the Observer 67. Less Gravity, Rameses B - Great Fairy Fountain (Reloaded) 68. John Rolodex - Sumthin U Feel (edit) 69. Degs, Unglued - Levitate Your Mind (VIP) 70. Harriet Jaxxon, Josie Man - Heartbreaker 71. Riya, Bladerunner, Alex Hill - Similarity 72. John B, Wyld Dogz, The Young Punx! - The Bomb (These Sounds Fall Into My Mind) 73. Velocity - Sunny Side Up 74. ASTRLPickle & 02 - Never See Never Do 75. Hiraeth, Istoria - Spiritual 76. Qumulus - Y.O.L.O 77. Phase 303 - Lose Control (Extended Mix) 78. LOATIAL x ALB - Finding Reason 79. Generic Meds - Data Push 80. Beyond Me - Morango 81. Con-Figure - Gothika 82. Keeno, Kate McGill - Lift Me Up 83. Visages - Wise Decision

01. Tengu, Maddy Lucas - 1942 (Extended Mix) 02. Sam Ex - Don`t wake Me Up 03. Mjoi - Calling Me 04. TanTron, More Plastic - CERBERUS 05. Benny V, Deploy & Entice MC - Bullet To The Temple 06. Noidex - The Last Party 07. Maylay & Bass Banditz - BULLFROG 08. Arcando, Sam Harper - Wide Awake 09. Eskei83 - Don't Like This 10. Hyper Senses - Engage 11. DJ Ferro, Bonnot - Destiny 12. Killbox - Without You 13. DACCATTA - Racer 14. NERV3 & Netsphere - Trick Of The Light 15. Esym - So Far Gone 16. Killswitch - Pat Tate 17. Jrace & Albert White Call My Name 18. GNTLMAN & Chillhomers - Strangers 19. merph - Swell 20. Kursiva - Tunnel Vision 21. Shamoid - Shampoo For Grease 22. Titanz UK - U.A.P 23. B Soul - Nightmare 24. Dj_Turn_Step_&_Facade_&_Exit4_&_Synestika - Fonk_Culture 25. Noidex - Longlive 26. DEGS & Hologram - Rebel Town 27. Titanz UK - Kairyu 28. MIKEETEE - King Of The Jungle 29. Viberium, Primordial Archetype & Primordial Vibe - Made It To The End 30. Exit4 vs Lex Starr - Selecta 31. Akuma - Upside Down 32. Inertia (NZ) - Grounded (Leks Remix) 33. Mr. L feat. Superfly 7 - Back to Your Roots (Capture the Bass Bootleg) 34. Ivan Ovodov - Bitchin 35. Erotic Cafe' - BOOSTA 36. TRANS:T, FIFTH - Cycles 37. Tornada & Chimalli - My World 38. The Invaderz - Got Me Burning 39. KCMO f/ Alex Digital & Mc Anarchy - Sci-Fi (Extended Mix) 40. AARXN - Tell Me 41. Chase & Status - Homework (feat. Lancey Foux) 42. Bladerunner - Flying technique 43. DJSS & Tribe Steppaz [ft Zia Sound MCs] - The World of Drum & Bass Tour Anthem 2026 44. Them Lot - Strollin 45. Justin Hawkes, Midnite Amity - Slipping 46. DJSS & INJA - Fluke (LP Mix) 47. Uplink (UK), Madrush MC - Resilient 48. Genic - Boppa 49. Burntboi - Greeze 50. Nick The Lot, DJ Millz - House Music (DNB Music VIP) 51. Master Error - Kingslayer 52. SKIYE - Walkman (El Pablo Remix) 53. L3MMY DUBZ - Wobble 54. Jamezy - Ghost 55. Guzi - Aye Up 56. Dunk - Dark Machine 57. Clearance - Pimpkicker 58. Benny Jodi, Indra Prasatya - Motion 59. Kvostax - In My Heart 60. Shirley Temper - Bang The Drum 61. G Jones, Eprom - The Real 62. Fez The Kid & BRUK - Rum Runna 63. Blade - Futures end 64. Breakage - Dread 65. Smote, Shaded Lines - After Lights 66. WiSP - Silence of the Observer 67. Less Gravity, Rameses B - Great Fairy Fountain (Reloaded) 68. John Rolodex - Sumthin U Feel (edit) 69. Degs, Unglued - Levitate Your Mind (VIP) 70. Harriet Jaxxon, Josie Man - Heartbreaker 71. Riya, Bladerunner, Alex Hill - Similarity 72. John B, Wyld Dogz, The Young Punx! - The Bomb (These Sounds Fall Into My Mind) 73. Velocity - Sunny Side Up 74. ASTRLPickle & 02 - Never See Never Do 75. Hiraeth, Istoria - Spiritual 76. Qumulus - Y.O.L.O 77. Phase 303 - Lose Control (Extended Mix) 78. LOATIAL x ALB - Finding Reason 79. Generic Meds - Data Push 80. Beyond Me - Morango 81. Con-Figure - Gothika 82. Keeno, Kate McGill - Lift Me Up 83. Visages - Wise Decision

Artspeak Radio, Wednesday, April 22, 2026, 9am -10am CST, 90.1fm KKFI Kansas City Community Radio, streaming live audio www.kkfi.org Producer/host Maria Vasquez Boyd welcomes artists GK Callahan & Laura White, Consuelo Cruz Belger Arts, & Cody Joliff Powell Gardens CEO, Director Teisha M. Bankston & Artistic Director Unicorn Theater Ernie Nolan. GK CALLAHAN & LAURA WHITE- Englewood Art Center presents Laura White- In Full Bloom, a solo exhibition by KC blind artist Laura White. On view from March 20 through May 16, 2026, with an opening reception on Friday, March 20 at 6:00 PM.“You have never seen anything like this — neither have I.” —White In Full Bloom is an immersive, cheeky, tactile exhibition featuring beaded quilts and sculptural works created from beads and found materials. Inspired by the artist's love of gardening and nature, the work draws from her favorite flowers- flowers she can no longer see, but continues to engage with through memory and touch. White's practice expands the tradition of American quilt-making into a richly textured visual and sensory language, expressed through bold, large- scale works. Drawing on her background in graphic design, White constructs her quilts through a monumental reinterpretation of fused beading toys, resulting in surfaces that pulse with color, pattern, labor, and intention. The imagery within each work emerges from White's visual memory, formed before she lost her eyesight due to retinitis pigmentosa and usher syndrome. Because of her limited vision, White often collaborates with friends and family in selecting colors, embedding each piece with a communal authorship that mirrors the social histories of traditional quilts. The result is work that is at once deeply personal and collective. Art reentered White's life in 2016 through a collaborative project that reignited her studio practice and led to local recognition. Her work has since been exhibited in the KC area and at institutions, including the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art. In Full Bloom marks a significant moment in White's artistic journey — not a return, but a flourishing. The exhibition invites viewers to slow down, to experience art through touch, memory, and presence, and to reconsider long-held assumptions about vision, access, and who art is for. About Englewood Arts: Englewood Arts Center is dedicated to assisting the community through development of residential and commercial incentives, public art, art events, art programs, philanthropy and community outreach solutions, which result in a thriving community with engagement and pride. Englewood Arts is located at 10901E. Winner Rd. Independence, MO www.englewoodarts.art TEISHA M. BANKSTON, Director & ERNIE NOLAN, Artistic Director of Unicorn Theatre Don't Touch My Hair By Douglas Lyons May 6 – 24, 2026 Unicorn Theatre | Levin Stage Directed by Teisha M. Bankston About the Show: Don't Touch My Hair Written by Douglas Lyons | Directed by Teisha M. Bankston Don't Touch My Hair is an exploration of Black womanhood, identity, and cultural ownership, with a sharp comedic wit. The play follows lifelong best friends Eemani and Jade, who, during a casual afternoon together, are launched into a surreal hallucination. It's a journey that transports them through time to confront historical and cultural oppressors. Through humor, imagination, and sharp dialogue, the two women confront the past to reclaim their power. The play is filled with satire and social commentary, using comedy as a lens for examining serious social issues. Rather than centering pain, Don't Touch My Hair creates space for laughter, reflection, and conversation. Why It Matters Don't Touch My Hair's power comes from shifting the conversation about racial injustice and confronting it through humor and the joyful bond of women. It invites audiences to engage with complex issues in a way that is thought-provoking and deeply human. Key Themes & Takeaways Black Identity At its core, the play examines the significance of Blackness as both a personal and political expression. It challenges audiences to consider who “owns” culture and what it means to reclaim it. Boundaries “Don't touch my hair” represents the right to personal space, respect, and self-definition. The play highlights how Black women's bodies and identities are open for commentary, and pushes back against that norm. The “Angry Black Woman” Stereotype The story interrogates the societal expectation that Black women must shrink themselves to be accepted. It confronts stereotypes that label assertiveness as anger, and instead presents characters who are expressive, complex, and unapologetically themselves. Comedy as a Tool for Confrontation Rather than approaching racism solely through trauma, the play uses humor to disarm and engage. By making audiences laugh, it opens the door for deeper reflection on difficult topics without centering harm done to Black people. Friendship & Joy Eemani and Jade's relationship is a common thread throughout the story. Their bond reflects the importance of safe spaces where Black women can exist fully, speak freely, and find joy while navigating challenges. Eemani and Jade light up to unwind, but their blunt is laced with more than weed. A wild hallucination gives them superpowers to confront the past in a hilarious, eye-opening journey. This electrifying play celebrates Black womanhood and self-discovery. Unicorn Theater is located at 3828 Main St. KCMO www.unicorntheatre.org CONSUELO CRUZ, Vice President Marketing & Community Engagement Belger Arts & CODY JOLIFF Powell Gardens CEO POWELL GARDENS AND BELGER ARTS DEBUT COLLABORATIVE GLASS FOUNTAIN INSTALLATION On view during Painted Garden (May 2-June 21, 2026) in the Conservatory Powell Gardens, Kansas City's botanical garden, announces the Fountain Project, a one-of-a-kind glass installation created in collaboration with Belger Arts by a collective of glass artists. The installation will be on view May 2 through June 21, 2026, in the Conservatory at Powell Gardens. The piece created as part of the Fountain Project, titled Teaming with Life, will launch the Gardens' spring art-focused event, Painted Garden. Selected through a national call for artists, the Fountain Project brings together an eight-person collective of glassmakers from across the United States: Abigail Amundson, Michael Carson, Keegan O'Brien, Jacqueline Polofka, Ori Shir, Lauryl Sidwell, Brandon Smith, and Tyler Suter. The team includes three lead gaffers and six assistants who worked collaboratively to fabricate and install the large-scale piece. The artists gathered at the Belger Glass Annex to create the fountain's intricate functional and decorative components using traditional glassblowing techniques before assembling the installation onsite at Powell Gardens. Their work transforms the Conservatory into a tranquil retreat inspired by the landscapes of the Midwest prairie. At the center of the space, the fountain is adorned with luminous blown-glass forms that echo the shapes and colors of prairie blossoms. Soft golds, lavender tones, and prairie blues shimmer in the light, creating a peaceful atmosphere where visitors are invited to slow down, sit in a rocking chair, and enjoy the interplay of glass, water, and spring blooms. The result is a serene environment where art, nature, and heritage come together in quiet harmony. About the Artists • Abigail Amundson is an emerging multimedia artist based in Corning, New York, whose work explores the intersection of nature and spirituality. She recently graduated from Bowling Green State University and works with the Corning Museum of Glass Hot Glass team. • Michael Carson, originally from Indiana, focuses on functional blown glass inspired by historical Venetian techniques. He has worked with studios across the Midwest and with the Corning Museum of Glass Hot Glass team. • Keegan O'Brien, based in Kansas City, earned his BFA from Bowling Green State University. His sculptural glasswork explores light and material, and he currently works as a gaffer at Monarch Glass Studio. • Jacqueline Polofka is the artist behind Double Dipped Studios on Kelleys Island, Ohio. A graduate of Bowling Green State University, she specializes in blown glass and previously worked at institutions including the Corning Museum of Glass and Chrysler Museum of Art. • Ori Shir is co-owner of Shir Glassworks in Greenfield, Massachusetts. His nature-inspired glasswork ranges from functional to sculptural and is exhibited nationwide. • Lauryl Sidwell is a Kansas City-based artist who transitioned from stained glass to hot glass in 2023 and continues to expand her practice through studio work and classes. • Brandon Smith is a glass and mixed-media artist, blacksmith, and educator based in Pennsylvania. He holds an MFA from Southern Illinois University Carbondale and leads the glass program at Keystone College. • Tyler Suter is a resident artist at Belger Arts Center in Kansas City whose sculptures in glass and ceramics are inspired by organic forms and the natural world. Powell Gardens 1609 NW US Hwy 50 Kingsville, MO 816.697.2600 www.powellgardens.org The Fountain Project installation is on view daily from May 2 through June 21, 2026 in the Conservatory at Powell Gardens. For more information about Painted Garden and upcoming events, visit powellgardens.org. May 2: Unveiling of the Belger Arts-Powell Gardens Fountain Project at Powell Gardens. Nine artists from across the country were selected from an open call to create a blown glass fountain. They arrive in Kansas City on April 23. • Gallery Collections: Here Comes the Sun (April 3 - May 30); Dog Days (June 5 – August 1) • June 6: Exhibition Openings for Annual Resident Artist Exhibition; Beat the Heat • June 29-August 7: Kids and Teen Camp • Ongoing ceramics and glass classes Our programs this year are in partnership with Handwork: Celebrating American Craft 2026, a nationwide semi quincentennial initiative to showcase the importance of the handmade throughout history and in contemporary life.

Quinton Lucas, KCMO Mayor, On Royals Stadium at Washington Square Park | 4-16-26See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

   Mayor Q says the only thing left is a "Chiefs-esque" news conference announcing a new Royals ballpark at Crown Center.  Despite a whole bunch of angry people showing up in opposition, the $600 million from KCMO is about to fly through to approval. The Royals team president was in attendance for the council meeting Tuesday and he calls this a "great project" that will pass.  It's very close to a done deal as we wait to hear what the state of Missouri is kicking in.    Kansas City will be soft on complaining about World Cup gouging and problems we experience for hosting but they aren't holding back in the northeast.  People in New York, Boston and Phildadelpia are going bonkers over transportation gouging of 800 percent, ticket switch fiascos and now.... NO TAILGATING at World Cup venues.  And yes, that includes Arrowhead.  Sorry fans, you just don't matter that much.   Scott Bessent says an executive order for American banks is coming and one of the benefits could be cleaner elections.  In Johnson County, they are keeping the name Negro Creek after years of trying to remove it.  You have to hear why the Dems have changed their minds on these things moving on from canceling and embracing something even worse.    A surgeon in Florida is indicted for losing a patient on the table when the removed the wrong organ.   The Royals have real problems... but it looks like a lot of other teams do as well.   Diana Russini quits her job over scandal and an American sweeheart has hooked up with another celebrity finding love later in life

   Vice President Vance walked away from talks with leaders from Iran after 21 hours and the sticking point is a big one.  Iran's new leaders won't sign an agreement preventing them from making nuclear weapons.  That leads to the next step.... the U.S. will block all Iranian ports and cut off all their revenue beginning Monday morning.    Pop some corn, it's fun watching democrats tear apart the career of one of their own... former golden boy Eric Swalwell.  What a mess.    Rory McIlroy blew a six shot lead at the Masters and fell behind Cameron Young and Justin Rose on Sunday before making a comeback with a pair of timely birdies on the back nine.  And there was controversy with a past champion Sunday.    Why are the Royals off to a rough start?  How about this stat for you: Bobby Witt Jr has been on base 28 times this year and has only scored once.  Incredible.   Some people are calling for a vote to approve KCMO spending $600m for the Royals to build a new park.  I"m not one of them.  The people already voted on this by electing the officials doing it.  I debate Pete Mundo on this topic in a spirited segment.    College basketball transfers are happening so fast you can't keep track.  But it seems really strange to see all these KU players leaving.    Our Final Final is something for the cat ladies.

Nathan Willett, KCMO City Councilman and Missouri U.S. Congressional Candidate, On Potential Downtown Stadium For Royals | 4-10-26See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jon Patterson, Missouri Speaker of the House, On Potential Royals Downtown Stadium in KCMO | 4-10-26See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Quinton Lucas, KCMO Mayor | 4-9-26See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In Hour 3 of New Day with SSJ we are joined by Anne Rogers, the Royals writer for MLB.com to discuss the Royals after their tough loss yesterday, and the concluding game in Cleveland today. SSJ and Anne also discuss the Stadium, and the passing of the earnings tax in KCMO, and what that could mean for the possibility of a downtown stadium. Next New Day with SSJ is joined by ESPN NFL analyst Jeremy Fowler to discuss the Chiefs offseason and the upcoming draft.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Artspeak Radio, Wednesday, April 15, 2026, 9am -10am CST, 90.1fm KKFI Kansas City Community Radio, streaming live audio www.kkfi.org Producer/host Maria Vasquez Boyd welcomes Rick Truman President/CEO with the Folly Theater & Brian Williams Development Director, and Michelle Dreher with Two Tone Press. RICK TRUMAN, President/CEO Folly Theater & BRIAN WILLIAMS, Development Director - The Folly Theater proudly presents Art For Art, a lively silent art auction where visual and performing arts come together to celebrate creativity across the region. Guests can enjoy champagne, wine, soft drinks, and light hors d'oeuvres while browsing and bidding on incredible artwork, through an online bidding platform. Art For Art highlights how visual arts help support and elevate the performing arts, fostering a connected creative community and bringing together local and regional artists in meaningful ways. Proceeds from the event directly support the Folly's creative programming, including the Folly Jazz Series, the Folly Americana Series, and the education-enriching Folly Kids' Series. Featuring more than 190 original works from talented local artists, this benefit auction is a true celebration of artistic collaboration across disciplines. Online bidding opens April 13 at 10am and closes at 4 pm on April 26. Tickets are on sale now! The Online Silent Auction begins at 10am on April 13 For the August 26 closing reception: Doors open at 12:30pm A live auction featuring artists like Gerry Trilling, Lester Goldman, Rita Blitt, Harold Smith, and more starts at 1pm in the Joan Kent Dillon Lounge Silent Auction viewing begins in the C. Stephen Metzler Hall at 1:30pm The event and the silent auction conclude at 4pm Art Pick-Ups are April 26 from 4-6pm On April 26 from 1-4pm, participating artists and interested patrons are invited to walk on the iconic Folly stage and see all the pieces in-person. The Ben Tervort Trio will perform live jazz music from one of the iconic Folly box seats. Tickets are $10 for entry and include light hors d'oeuvres, mimosas, wine, and soft drinks while you browse and bid! The Folly Theater is located at 300 West. 12th St. KCMO www.follytheater.org The Folly Theater has a rich history. For the next seven decades, through numerous changes in name and ownership, the Folly built a rich and colorful history. Her walls echoed with the sounds of laughter at Marx Brothers antics, cheers for Gypsy Rose Lee and Fanny Brice, and thunderous applause for Pinky Lee. In 1973, worn out from seven decades of use and misuse, the Folly was sentenced to meet the wrecking ball. Bulldozers were ready to raze the building to make way for a parking lot. As the death of the Folly neared, alarmed citizens, led by Joan Kent Dillon and William Deramus III of the Performing Arts Foundation, rallied to her rescue. The building was purchased and placed on the National Register of Historic Places. A million-dollar grant was secured, and a piece of history was saved. MICHELLE DREHER- Wanderfest KC is an annual family-friendly event that invites people to explore and get to know the various local businesses located in the Tower East district. Visitors pick up a map brochure that highlights each location encouraging them to ‘wander' to all the unique shops and galleries. Tower East KC encompasses a half mile radius from the 31st & Gillham/Cherry intersection. It's a fun day of exploration filled with local shops, arts, crafts, and food & drinks! Our hidden gem, Remodel Moore's Meditation Garden hosts pop-up vendors and a small stage with acoustic musicians performing. Additionally, visitors collect stamps on the brochure passport to enter our raffle held at Cherry Pit Collective. Items in the raffle are donated by local businesses in the area. We couldn't make this event happen without our amazing neighborhood sponsors: Cliff's Taphouse • Evolve Tattoo • The Fix • Golden Stag Tattoo & Gallery • Good Karma Coffee Kansas City Artist Coalition • Luxe at Union Hill • Populuxe • Remodel Moore • Tower Tavern Under the Cover •You Say Tomato Michelle Dreher is an alum of the Kansas City Art Institute and owner of Two Tone Press, a letterpress printshop she runs with her sister. She also helps operate Print League KC, a community studio that offers printmaking workshops for all experience levels as well as memberships to have access to equipment and working space. EVENT: Wanderfest KC 2026 LOCATION: Tower East district, 31 st and Gillham/Cherry area WHEN: Sunday, April 26 th , 10am-4pm (always the last Sunday of April) WEB: https://www.facebook.com/events INSTAGRAM: @wanderfest_kc & @towereastkc EVENTBRITE: https://wanderfestkc2026.eventbrite.com CONTACT: Michelle Dreher (816) 719-7270 twotonepress@gmail.com www.twotonepress.com

   It's election day in Missouri and the earnings tax in KCMO is in focus and maybe that's appropriate after a new Wall Street Journal piece on spending in KC.  $650 million are being spent for the World Cup to play a handful of matches at Arrowhead.  And we are now getting our first reports that not nearly as many people are coming as thought.  Who could have guessed?   The Royals beat Cleveland and eye an early seat in first place.  Michigan wins the national title in college hoops in the ugliest game you've ever seen.    Travis Kelce has his hands full as his future wife is meeting her crazy girlfriends in LA and Nashville to plan trips with her girls to Italy, the Bahamas and New York BEFORE their June 13 wedding.  Oh, brother.    Trump's deadline for Iran is later today even as the US is hitting Kargh Island.  Maybe that's the real strategy.  Savannah Guthrie returns to work, our astronauts have frozen pee and CBS announces plans to replace The Late Show.

Quinton Lucas, KCMO Mayor, On NOT Running For Another Office in 2026 and More! | 4-2-26See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why does your favorite local coffee shop feel like more than just a morning pit stop? Join Michelle and industry insider Sadie Renee as they explore the impact of values-driven businesses, the evolution of coffee culture, and why the barista behind the counter might be shaping your community more than you think. From the inner workings of hospitality to the challenges of running a low-margin business, they discuss how thoughtful purchasing, authentic relationships, and grassroots marketing are redefining the modern coffee experience.   Sadie Renee is a relentless builder, orchestrator, and progress-driver, fueled by metabolizing strategy into creative action and finding better ways to get sh*t done. From the good old days behind the coffee bars of KCMO to serving as VP of Coffee at Oatly, Sadie has developed a reputation for navigating obstacles with tenacity and precision. A natural leader and compassionate collaborator, she lives by the value that a rising tide lifts all boats, often finding her place at the helm of that tide. When not working, Sadie dedicates time to musical pursuits, her extensive human and fur family, and enjoying life in the beautiful Hudson Valley. ------------------------ In today's episode, we cover the following: Sadie's career journey in coffee Community building vs. following Launching The Usual Company Bridging CPG and coffee industries The coffee shop experience Embracing identity in coffee culture Improving coffee industry economics Generational habits and collective change Marketing challenges and shifting strategies Reviving the coffee community together ---------------------- RESOURCES: Episode 254: Client Case Study: Studio Tigre Episode 161: Avoiding Burnout as a Creative with Morgan Drinks Coffee Offline with Jon Favreau Episode 218: The Enshittification of the Internet (with Cory Doctorow) ----------------------- Guest info: To learn more about The Usual Company, follow them on Instagram @TheUsual.Company and visit their website, ItsTheUsual.com ----------------------- Stop managing software and start hosting your people. This episode is sponsored by Heartbeat. Create an authentic community today and start your free trial at Heartbeat.Chat/KMA. Once you're ready to upgrade your plan, use code KMA30 for 30% off.   P.S. Want to be a community member before creating your own? Join the Kiss My Aesthetic community on Heartbeat!   ----------------------- WORK WITH MKW CREATIVE CO.   Connect on social with Michelle at: Kiss My Aesthetic Facebook Group Instagram Tik Tok -----------------------   -- COFFEE -- Did you know that the fuel of the POD and the KMA Team runs on coffee? ;) If you love the content shared in the KMA podcast, you're welcome to invite us to a cup of coffee any time - Buy Me a Coffee! -- ZENCASTR -- This episode is brought to you by Zencastr. Create high-quality video and audio content. Get your first two weeks free at https://zencastr.com/?via=kma . -- AUDIBLE -- This episode of the Kiss My Aesthetic Podcast is brought to you by Audible. Get your first month free at www.audible.com/kma.   This episode was edited by Berta Wired Theme music by: Eliza Rosevera and Nathan Menard

Mayor Q's Viral KCMO Moment, Jackson County's Bizarre Truman Complex Plans and Senate Overnight Deal | 3-27-26See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Quinton Lucas, KCMO Mayor, On Airport Bathrooms and More | 3-26-26See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Quinton Lucas, KCMO Mayor, On All of the Latest Happenings Around KC including World Cup, Crime, His Future Aspirations and More | 3-19-26See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

KCMO launches new department of public safety HR 1 full 2334 Mon, 16 Mar 2026 15:05:08 +0000 cvQ6Y21RsP7Ou8Iodb1CNNw58iojZOrM news MIDDAY with JAYME & WIER news KCMO launches new department of public safety HR 1 From local news & politics, to what's trending, sports & personal stories...MIDDAY with JAYME & WIER will get you through the middle of your day! © 2025 Audacy, Inc. News False https://player.amperwavepodcasting.com?fee

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   World... meet Bobby Witt Jr!   Monday night at the World Baseball Classic the Royals superstar put on a show for the ages in a game that could only be described as Madness in March.  USA vs Mexico... heck, there was even a fight in the stands.  This was wild and the reaction from people in sports and politics and everyone in between was pretty much total shock for how Bobby Baseball plays the game.    The Chiefs had a wildly great day off the field as Travis Kelce is returning, the Super Bowl MVP runningback is signed to the team and KC signs a couple defensive players too.  What a haul and we'll tell you why it means the Chiefs are about to change the way they play.    Bill Self got his team on that glass court at the Big 12 tourney and he says it just isn't the same.    The Super Bowl parade shooter believed to have killed Lisa Lopez Galvan is about to walk free and people are shocked.  I'm not... what did you expect in KCMO?    President Trump says the air raid in Iran is a total success and this thing could wrap up sooner than later if they can figure out a succession plan.  The jihadist that tossed bombs on the streets is the child of Afghan immigrants that live in a $2.5 million house in the suburbs.    There was a terrible accident with a teacher and his students in Georgia and now the widow wants authorities to drop charges against the kids.  Another famous company leaves California and Uber makes a smart change for female riders

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Quinton Lucas, KCMO Mayor: FBI Investigation into Colleagues, SOTU reaction, and More! | 2-26-25See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Quinton Lucas, KCMO Mayor, On KC Crime, ICE and More | 2-19-26See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Stacy Graves, KCMO Police Chief, On Latest Crime in KC and Funding For 2026See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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   At his State of the City address, Mayor Q pledges he will reach an agreement with the Royals this year to build a downtown stadium.  If he pulls it off, this will be great for KC.    Mizzou wins in a wild one at A&M and suddenly anything feels possible.  Meanwhile, Jerome Tang melts down after losing by 29 at a game the students wore paper bags over their heads.    The Olathe School district, already mired in a cesspool of negative stories, is asking for $389 million in a sham mail in vote.  Don't tell them no.  Tell them hell no!    KCMO radio's Pete Mundo has received a tremendous national honor as having one of the top shows in America.  Bobby Witt Jr has brought his puppy to training camp and you can follow on the dog's Instagram page.  The Big 12 makes its "major announcement" about a change in KC for the tourney.  The Chiefs make a nice hire for running backs coach.    ESPN's Seth Greenberg unloads on Darryn Peterson of KU.  We'll play the audio for you.    And say goodbye to the Obama Button in our Final Final.

Quinton Lucas, KCMO Mayor, On State of the City, Royals Staying in KCMO and More! | 2-12-26See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mundo Thanks KCMO Audience for No. 2 Show Ranking Nationally | Mundo Clip 2-11-26See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this segment, Mayor Quinton Lucas joins the show to discuss the recent announcement that Argentina will be hosting a major soccer tournament in Kansas City. He shares his thoughts on what this means for the city, from the potential economic benefits to the impact on local businesses. The Mayor also addresses concerns about the tournament's location, saying that while some teams may be staying in nearby cities, he's confident that Kansas City will still see a significant boost. Additionally, he discusses the city's budget and recent news about police department cuts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's episode of Mundo in the Morning on KCMO, we're diving into the latest news on the proposed ICE detention facility in Leavenworth and the Chiefs' stadium deal in Kansas City. We'll break down the drama that went down at the Leavenworth City Council meeting, where a proposal to reopen a prison as an immigration detention center was met with both support and opposition. We'll also discuss the Chiefs' push to build a new stadium and practice facility in Leavenworth, and what it means for the community. Plus, we'll touch on the NFL's halftime show controversy and the latest on the Democratic party's demographic shifts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

   According to Missouri lawmaker Mike Jones, KC Mayor Quinton Lucas has $500 million in the Port KC slush fund that he's offering the Royals to build a ball park in KCMO.  Jones says this should require a vote... but that isn't how this game is played.  There was no vote in Kansas.  Give Q credit for finding a way, even if it feels wrong.  And if this number is true, the Missouri offer could actually top the Kansas offer.    In Kansas, the Senate Democrats Chief of Staff has told people in his circle the Royals to Overland Park is a "done deal," but the announcement has to wait.   Information obtained by KKHI shows that Cory Sheedy believes the city of Overland Park and T-Mobile are delaying the inevitable move.  This would all make sense as the mortgage holder of the land has told T-Mobile they will not be renewing the lease when it expires.  The Royals and OP, at all cost, must not allow 5000 T-Mobile jobs leave KC and relocate to Bellevue, Washington.  This is tricky,    Tom Homan is on the ground in Minneapolis and set to meet with the Mayor to calm down the insanity in that city.    Andy Reid basically fired Matt Nagy and now he's lobbying to get him hired because Nagy is a "gem."  The Royals sign a deal with Circa Sports Book for premium experiences with the team and at Kauffman Stadium.  We have some tasty Super Bowl nuggets for you, a moment of silence at a hockey game goes wrong and the daredevil climber on Netflix last weekend got ripped off.