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Many people over 60 won't have to work so hard to lower their blood pressure, if doctors adhere to guidelines for treatment. That's because there's a lack of proof that people with moderately high blood pressure can reduce their risk of heart attacks and strokes by trying to lower it substantially with drugs.

The Supreme Court’s 6-3 decision in the case of Dobbs v. Jackson overturned abortion rights protected under Roe v. Wade. On this week’s program, we talk about how it was covered, who’s voices were – or weren’t – heard, and how it reignited the debate over journalists’ objectivity. Also, breaking down a ‘surprise’ hearing of the January 6 Committee, and giving credit to journalists working behind the scenes. From the Missouri School of Journalism professors Amy Simons, Earnest Perry and Kathy Kiely: Views of the News.

Concerts, classes and more - needless to say it's been a busy spring at Missouri Academy of Music! KIRK and MARIA TREVOR tell us about an upcoming concert and perform two pieces: 'The Nightingale' at [2:19] and 'The Song of the Black Swan' at [6:22]. April 19, 2023

According to today's guest, Trish Koetting, what makes Columbia so unique is that we have Regional Economic Development Inc. - better known as REDI - working for us day in, day out. But do you really know about what they do? We scratch that proverbial itch on today's show. May 6, 2024

The holidays are alive and well at the Les Bourgeois Tasting Room in Rocheport this month! Owner/CEO Rachel Holman tells us about their 'Tasting Room After Dark' series, and an opportunity to have brunch with Santa. Need that perfect gift? Their selection runs the gamut! December 6, 2024

"It's very easy to be passionate about this work." Clarity Healthcare pediatric nurse Megan Kruse and Kate Fletcher, director of strategic communications at Brightli Foundation, are here to talk about the important services provided by Clarity's SCHOLAR Clinic for students attending Columbia Public Schools. November 6, 2024

Brenna Ishler, director of adult community services at Burrell Behavioral Health in Columbia, tells us about IRTS, or Intensive Residential Treatment Services, a program offered at Burrell in partnership with the Department of Mental Health. "It's a really unique program. It really serves as a bridge for people." October 6, 2025

Sharlet Finley says Operation Christmas Child is a simple yet powerful way to make a positive, personal impact on a child in need. She tells us participation means packing a shoebox full of fun, personalized gifts, including a special "wow" item to make a big impression. November 6, 2025

This Saturday's HeroCon will put the 'fun' in fundraiser for KVC Missouri, a non-profit dedicated to ensuring every child is connected to a safe family and healthy community by supporting the state's foster care system. Guests: Joe Pallikkathayil and Aubrianna Nichols May 6, 2026

After weathering a series of controversies, the lingerie company's first official show since 2018 featured iconic Angels like Adriana Lima and Tyra Banks, plus debuts by Ashley Graham and Kate Moss.