Travis McMillen
Senior Media ProducerTRAVIS McMILLEN is the senior media producer at the Donald W. Reynolds Journalism Institute. In this role, McMillen directs and produces regular and occasional programming from RJI’s own production studio, including KBIA’s "The Daily Blend w/ AC." He is a Columbia native who started working at KOMU-TV, the University of Missouri’s NBC affiliate, at the age of 16. From 2001-2008, McMillen directed KOMU’s morning newscast. He is married to Jennifer, whom he met at KOMU. They have three boys.
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The Give 5 program at Heart of Missouri United Way is a free, three-day initiative aimed at retirees and those over 55, designed to match them with local, non-profit volunteer opportunities. Lorraine Gustavis, program coordinator, and David Christian, program graduate and UW board member, join us to promote the next "cohort" coming up in April! March 19, 2026 -
"I feel like the playwright (Lucas Hnath) has gone to great lengths to get at a debate that people of faith will find fascinating, challenging, heartbreaking at times, and in some ways really, really uplifting." - Dr. David Crespy, on 'The Christians' potential to engage audiences. Appearing with Dr. Crespy is "Pastor Paul" actor Terry Schoonover. March 18, 2026 -
It's St. Patrick's Day! Enjoy a performance of "The Minstrel Boy" and "Danny Boy" courtesy of Caryl Easton and John Cunning, members of the Boone County Fire Protection District Pipes & Drums. March 17, 2026 -
Hear the origin story of The Reset Co., a small business co-owned by Krista Kippenberger and 18-year-old Ava Morgensen that hopes to help busy individuals feel more organized and peaceful at home. "I feel like everybody can use this." March 16, 2026 -
"We're buying phones with less memory to begin with to try to save some money on what is already a pretty expensive purchase." Tips on how to maximize your phone's storage on today's show with ITCOMO owner Robert Ricketts! March 12, 2026 -
MU Show-Me Opera is performing Engelbert Humperdinck's 'Hansel & Gretel' under the direction of Christina Ray this weekend at the Missouri Theatre in Columbia. On today's show, enjoy a performance of the song 'Evening Prayer' by Kennedy Kinnick and Grace Gard! March 11, 2026 -
Columbia Mayor Barbara Buffaloe says this Saturday's 2nd annual Community Summit is a free, open-house event designed for residents to interact directly with every city department, learn about city operations, and vote on their priorities for budgeting and services. Parking downtown will be free! March 10, 2026 -
Untethered Fulton is a modern co-working office space that offers open desks and private offices with all-inclusive amenities like utilities, internet, and even coffee! Co-owner Seth Weinger tells us, "our whole idea is: let us manage the business side of it and let you manage what you do." March 9, 2026 -
Brunch restaurant by day, community event space by night, Cafe Berlin has something for everyone, including now vegans and vegetarians! On today's show, Sam Johnson, co-owner and head chef, and Adrienne Luther Johnson, events coordinator, tell us more about their new menu options for those who don't eat meat. Says Sam: "It wasn't necessarily how do I make food healthy? It was how do I make vegan food delicious?" March 6, 2026 -
Maplewood Barn Theatre, a Columbia staple for 53 years, is hosting its first-ever Hall of Fame gala and induction ceremony next month at the Country Club of Missouri. Current president Morgan Dennehy reveals the list of the five inductees on today's show! March 5, 2026
