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Seg. 1: Youth Climate Activism. Seg. 2: Urban Reforestation. Seg. 3: Stonewall Riots Choral Piece

Segment 1: Why are young people getting involved in climate activism?

Cities nationwide saw young people turn out for a march against climate change on Friday, March 15. We visit with a local student activist to find out why they participated in Kansas City's.

  • Dawson Sims, college sophomore, UMKC


Segment 2, beginning at 10:57: How planting trees can help mitigate climate change.

Kansas City is putting together a master plan aiming to plant 15,000 trees a year for 25 years in an effort known as urban reforestation. We find out how that effort is coming together and speak with a researcher who shares the science behind the benefits of trees.


Segment 3, beginning at 31:16: World premiere of choral arrangement celebrating the Stonewall riots' 50th anniversary.

Fifty years have passed since the momentous Stonewall riots took place in New York City. In this conversation, we visit with a composer behind an eight-piece choral arrangement performed nationwide by LGBT choruses.

  • Michael Shaieb, composer

The Heartland Men's Chorus presents Stonewall 50: All of Us at the Folly Theater on March 23 and 24. For more information, visit Hmckc.org.

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Gina’s background combines print and broadcast journalism, live event hosting and production, creative nonfiction writing and involvement in the arts. Early in her career, she followed a cultural beat for The Pitch, where she served as an editor and art writer in the early 2000s.
Coy began his radio career in 2016, after a close friend suggested that he should take an internship with KCUR over a similar offer from a local TV station. His pal's sage reasoning? Because Coy has "a voice for radio. And a face to match.” A producer, announcer, and all-around audiophile, Coy's favorite talk shows and news stories are the ones that explore the rich culture of Kansas City, the town he was raised in. Coy is also a fan of digital painting due to a deep-rooted aversion for paint stains. He lives on Kansas City's east side and knows how to properly pronounce "Sni-A-Bar" a feat few Kansas Citians can boast.
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