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It's a well-known fact that older adults represent a uniquely vulnerable demographic for online and phone scams due to social, cognitive, and financial factors. (The "perfect storm.") On today's show, ITCOMO owner Robert Ricketts shares tips to keep that generation safe and fraud-free. January 30, 2026

People panic about money, and when there’s a bank failure, people panic even more. Monday morning, people across California and the U.S. worried their bank could fail like the Silicon Valley Bank. What are the best ways to cover a bank run with creating a domino effect? Also, Mike Pence’s comments about January 6, why The Maneater is ending it’s print run and teens upset with a lifetime of social media. From the Missouri School of Journalism professors Amy Simons, Earnest Perry and Kathy Kiely: Views of the News.

As we move into the fourth week of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, the journalism community mourns two of its own, killed while covering the conflict. Also, insiders describe what it was like to work for Russian state media, coverage of Chuck Erickson’s pending parole and reaction to Tom Brady’s return to the NFL. From Missouri School of Journalism professors Amy Simons, Earnest Perry and Kathy Kiely: Views of the News.

As we move into the fourth week of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, the journalism community mourns two of its own, killed while covering the conflict. Also, insiders describe what it was like to work for Russian state media, coverage of Chuck Erickson’s pending parole and reaction to Tom Brady’s return to the NFL. From the Missouri School of Journalism professors Amy Simons, Earnest Perry and Kathy Kiely: Views of the News.

Did you know you can kill your dog with kindness? It's true! (Medically-speaking, we're talking about #pancreatitis.) DR. MAR DOERING, DVM, All Paws Medical and Behavioral Center, is here to tell us how we can avoid this all-too-common occurrence. February 16, 2022

You've heard of 'herd mentality', but how about 'group think'? Author and Mizzou professor JOHN HOWE tells us why most of us find that it's easier to just go with the flow and avoid the role of devil's advocate when it comes to making a decision amongst a small group of people. February 17, 2022

Local television reporter-turned-humanitarian RON WIDBIN and wife, Sally, are currently in between mission trips to Guatemala. Find out why they're both so passionate about their new calling in life - something they call 'Stories from the Heart' - and what they hope accomplish on their next visit to Central America. February 18, 2022

Licensed clinical social worker and vice president of Burrell Behavioral Health's central region, MEGAN STEEN, says it's the scope of the services that Burrell provides that makes them a well-rounded choice for those seeking help for any number of mental health needs. February 22, 2022

Despite the stock market's recent volatility, it's still a solid choice for long-term investors. If you're just getting started, financial advisor ALEX LaBRUNERIE says to keep your sights set on the long-run; if you're just getting started and you're over the age of 40, Alex recommends that you diversify (and maybe don't look at the quarterly statement)! February 24, 2022

Native plant specialist NADIA NAVARRETE-TINDALL is hosting a class next month on how to grow and identify native edibles in your own backyard. Recipes will be shared! On today's show, she talks about Golden Glow, Cup Plant, Wild Leeks and more. February 25, 2022