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"This idea really came about during the height of the pandemic when our local restaurants were closed. Once they opened back up, we wanted to give an opportunity to highlight those restaurants, and so the idea for 'CoMo Chopped' was developed." -- ANDREW GRABAU, Heart of Missouri United Way executive director, explaining the origins before explaining the rules of this now annual fundraiser October 5, 2022

Since he was a kid, GORDON KNATCAL has been especially fond of the Tony Award-winning musical 'Rent'. "I would listen to that thing until it wore out!" Gordon is now directing the show at Capital City Productions in Jefferson City. Don't wait to get your tickets - there's only four performances scheduled! Additional guest: ROB CROUSE | Also, CHRIS CAMPBELL invites everyone to pay a visit to the Boone County History and Culture Center to see their latest exhibit, 'I Do', which features a collection of wedding fashions, traditions and photography! (4:40) October 7, 2022

There's nothing typical about this "typical camping story" by our resident storyteller, LARRY BROWN! August 12, 2022

"If I were to say flip a coin, you could lose $100/you could win $100, most people won't take that because, perspectively, the pain of losing $100 is greater than the pleasure of gaining $100." -- 'The Foolish Corner' author (and soon-to-be retired MU professor) JOHN HOWE on what's known as 'loss aversion' August 4, 2022

Interesting and wide-ranging conversation with first-time guest CHRIS CONNER, PhD, MU Department of Sociology, about why people commit crimes, internet culture, the #QAnon movement and more! August 8, 2022

Meet DANIEL TICONA, sous chef and dietitian at MU Campus Dining Services. Did you know everyone is welcome to eat in the dining halls? "We definitely have lots of great-tasting options." Also, Countdown to Kickoff - the biggest fundraiser of the year for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Missouri - is just two weeks away! Development and marketing director ADAM BRIETZKE tells us what to expect and how much they're hoping to raise at this year's event. (4:08) August 9, 2022

Betz Jewelers marketing director RACHEL FLYNN brought two pieces of antique jewelry with her today: a diamond ring so big we had to zoom the camera OUT to show it all (kidding, but it's big!) and a 35-year-old Rolex. What might you find around the house and bring to their next "pressure-free" estate buying event? Also, Columbia Art League is packing up and moving west next month - temporarily of course! Executive director KELSEY HAMMOND tells us about a three-day plein air event happing in the historic (and scenic!) town of Rocheport. (4:54) August 11, 2022

Just because the coronavirus pandemic grabs all the headlines doesn't mean the ongoing opioid crisis is any less important. Public health educator HEATHER HARLAN, Columbia/Boone County Public Health and Human Services Dept., joins us by phone to talk about why people need to be paying attention: "this is scary when it takes the weight of a single snowflake (of fentanyl to kill you)." August 1, 2022

Take a virtual tour of Wildy's World and Wildy's world of creative arts with WILDY SELF! Check out some of her most recent creations (like a now 35' mural often found at Roots 'n Blues) and find out what she's got planned for the future. Also, ERIC HEMPEL, City of Columbia Office of Sustainability, introduces us to 'Show Me the Heat', an ongoing "community science project" that's looking to find - with your help - the hottest places in Columbia. (4:20) August 2, 2022

Help Columbia Weavers and Spinners' Guild members celebrate 75 years in existence by touring an exhibit of fiber art collaborations at Columbia Art League throughout the month of August! Guest: GINNY WALLACE | Also, find out what it means to be a "food hub" with Root Cellar co-owner CHELSEA DAVIS! (4:21) August 3, 2022