Program Guide
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Monday, November 2, 2009
12:00AM - 5:00AMBBC World Service

An international perspective on the news from the BBC in London.
5:00AM - 10:00AMMorning Edition

Local Anchor: Michael Byars
byarsm@umkc.edu
10:00AM - 11:00AMThe Walt Bodine Show

Kansas City veteran talk show host Walt Bodine invites newsmakers and interesting personalities into the studios of KCUR.
11:00AM - 12:00PMUp to Date
Hosted By: Steve Kraske
Up to Date focuses on pressing issues, both local and national, including politics, economics, planning and design, history, entertainment and social points of view - topics that have an impact on the lives of the Greater Kansas City region.
12:00PM - 1:00PMHere and Now
Robin Young
Hosted by Robin Young, Here and Now combines the best in news journalism with incisive conversations that range from public policy to science and technology.
1:00PM - 3:00PMTalk of the Nation
3:00PM - 4:00PMFresh Air
Hosted By: Terry Gross
In-depth interviews with prominent cultural and entertainment figures, as well as distinguished experts on current affairs and news.
4:00PM - 6:30PMAll Things Considered

The definitive afternoon newsmagazine from NPR News.
6:30PM - 7:00PMMarketplace

A weekday wrap-up of the world's business news with feature pieces that are important to your business, your personal finances and your life.
7:00PM - 8:00PMThe World

The World ¿ international news for an American audience.
8:00PM - 9:00PMKC Currents

KC Currents amplifies the voices and stories of cultural and ethnic communities in and around Kansas City.
9:00PM - 12:00AM Classical 24

Classical music programming from a nationally syndicated classical music service produced by Minnesota Public Radio and distributed by Public Radio International.
Tuesday, November 3, 2009
12:00AM - 5:00AMBBC World Service

An international perspective on the news from the BBC in London.
5:00AM - 10:00AMMorning Edition

Local Anchor: Michael Byars
byarsm@umkc.edu
10:00AM - 11:00AMThe Walt Bodine Show

Kansas City veteran talk show host Walt Bodine invites newsmakers and interesting personalities into the studios of KCUR.
11:00AM - 12:00PMUp to Date
Hosted By: Steve Kraske
Up to Date focuses on pressing issues, both local and national, including politics, economics, planning and design, history, entertainment and social points of view - topics that have an impact on the lives of the Greater Kansas City region.
12:00PM - 1:00PMHere and Now
Robin Young
Hosted by Robin Young, Here and Now combines the best in news journalism with incisive conversations that range from public policy to science and technology.
1:00PM - 3:00PMTalk of the Nation
3:00PM - 4:00PMFresh Air
Hosted By: Terry Gross
In-depth interviews with prominent cultural and entertainment figures, as well as distinguished experts on current affairs and news.
4:00PM - 6:30PMAll Things Considered

The definitive afternoon newsmagazine from NPR News.
6:30PM - 7:00PMMarketplace

A weekday wrap-up of the world's business news with feature pieces that are important to your business, your personal finances and your life.
7:00PM - 8:00PMThe World

The World ¿ international news for an American audience.
8:00PM - 9:00PMThis American Life

A new kind of radio storytelling built around the innovative, personal vision of host Ira Glass which documents and describes contemporary America.
9:00PM - 12:00AM Classical 24

Classical music programming from a nationally syndicated classical music service produced by Minnesota Public Radio and distributed by Public Radio International.
Wednesday, November 4, 2009
12:00AM - 5:00AMBBC World Service

An international perspective on the news from the BBC in London.
5:00AM - 10:00AMMorning Edition

Local Anchor: Michael Byars
byarsm@umkc.edu
10:00AM - 11:00AMThe Walt Bodine Show

Kansas City veteran talk show host Walt Bodine invites newsmakers and interesting personalities into the studios of KCUR.
11:00AM - 12:00PMUp to Date
Hosted By: Steve Kraske
Up to Date focuses on pressing issues, both local and national, including politics, economics, planning and design, history, entertainment and social points of view - topics that have an impact on the lives of the Greater Kansas City region.
12:00PM - 1:00PMHere and Now
Robin Young
Hosted by Robin Young, Here and Now combines the best in news journalism with incisive conversations that range from public policy to science and technology.
1:00PM - 3:00PMTalk of the Nation
3:00PM - 4:00PMFresh Air
Hosted By: Terry Gross
In-depth interviews with prominent cultural and entertainment figures, as well as distinguished experts on current affairs and news.
4:00PM - 6:30PMAll Things Considered

The definitive afternoon newsmagazine from NPR News.
6:30PM - 7:00PMMarketplace

A weekday wrap-up of the world's business news with feature pieces that are important to your business, your personal finances and your life.
7:00PM - 8:00PMThe World

The World ¿ international news for an American audience.
8:00PM - 9:00PMCar Talk

Tom and Ray Magliozzi, affectionately known as "Click and Clack, the Tappett Brothers", offer advice for car problems with a large dose of humor thrown in.
9:00PM - 12:00AM Classical 24

Classical music programming from a nationally syndicated classical music service produced by Minnesota Public Radio and distributed by Public Radio International.
Thursday, November 5, 2009
12:00AM - 5:00AMBBC World Service

An international perspective on the news from the BBC in London.
5:00AM - 10:00AMMorning Edition

Local Anchor: Michael Byars
byarsm@umkc.edu
10:00AM - 11:00AMThe Walt Bodine Show

Kansas City veteran talk show host Walt Bodine invites newsmakers and interesting personalities into the studios of KCUR.
11:00AM - 12:00PMUp to Date
Hosted By: Steve Kraske
Up to Date focuses on pressing issues, both local and national, including politics, economics, planning and design, history, entertainment and social points of view - topics that have an impact on the lives of the Greater Kansas City region.
12:00PM - 1:00PMHere and Now
Robin Young
Hosted by Robin Young, Here and Now combines the best in news journalism with incisive conversations that range from public policy to science and technology.
1:00PM - 3:00PMTalk of the Nation
3:00PM - 4:00PMFresh Air
Hosted By: Terry Gross
In-depth interviews with prominent cultural and entertainment figures, as well as distinguished experts on current affairs and news.
4:00PM - 6:30PMAll Things Considered

The definitive afternoon newsmagazine from NPR News.
6:30PM - 7:00PMMarketplace

A weekday wrap-up of the world's business news with feature pieces that are important to your business, your personal finances and your life.
7:00PM - 8:00PMThe World

The World ¿ international news for an American audience.
8:00PM - 9:00PMStudio 360

Studio 360 is a national radio show about arts and culture, hosted by novelist and journalist Kurt Andersen and produced by Public Radio International and WNYC. Current issues, events and trends in art are a jumping off point for an exploration of ideas that aren't necessarily "news," yet are provocative and offer a lens on experience that only art can provide.
9:00PM - 10:00PMKansas City Symphony Hour

Live concert performances of the Kansas City Symphony.
10:00PM - 12:00AMClassical 24

Classical music programming from a nationally syndicated classical music service produced by Minnesota Public Radio and distributed by Public Radio International.
Friday, November 6, 2009
12:00AM - 5:00AMBBC World Service

An international perspective on the news from the BBC in London.
5:00AM - 10:00AMMorning Edition

Local Anchor: Michael Byars
byarsm@umkc.edu
10:00AM - 11:00AMThe Walt Bodine Show

Kansas City veteran talk show host Walt Bodine invites newsmakers and interesting personalities into the studios of KCUR.
11:00AM - 12:00PMUp to Date
Hosted By: Steve Kraske
Up to Date focuses on pressing issues, both local and national, including politics, economics, planning and design, history, entertainment and social points of view - topics that have an impact on the lives of the Greater Kansas City region.
12:00PM - 1:00PMHere and Now
Robin Young
Hosted by Robin Young, Here and Now combines the best in news journalism with incisive conversations that range from public policy to science and technology.
1:00PM - 3:00PMScience Friday
Ira Flatow
Panels of expert guests join Science Friday's host, Ira Flatow, a veteran science journalist, to discuss science - and to take questions from listeners during the call-in portion of the program.
3:00PM - 4:00PMFresh Air
Hosted By: Terry Gross
In-depth interviews with prominent cultural and entertainment figures, as well as distinguished experts on current affairs and news.
4:00PM - 6:30PMAll Things Considered

The definitive afternoon newsmagazine from NPR News.
6:30PM - 7:00PMMarketplace

A weekday wrap-up of the world's business news with feature pieces that are important to your business, your personal finances and your life.
7:00PM - 8:00PMThe World

The World ¿ international news for an American audience.
8:00PM - 12:00AMThe Fish Fry
Chuck Haddock
A public radio party in your living room, as Chuck Haddock serves up the best in blues, r&b, soul, jumpin' jazz and zydeco.
Saturday, November 7, 2009
12:00AM - 6:00AMBBC World Service

An international perspective on the news from the BBC in London.
6:00AM - 7:00AMOnly a Game

ONLY A GAME takes listeners on a sound-rich tour of the world of sports.
7:00AM - 9:00AMWeekend Edition Saturday

News, health and finance, human interest, movie and book reviews, sports, listener letters and a puzzle.
9:00AM - 10:00AMCar Talk

Tom and Ray Magliozzi, affectionately known as "Click and Clack, the Tappett Brothers", offer advice for car problems with a large dose of humor thrown in.
10:00AM - 12:00PMWhad'ya Know?

A two-hour comedy/quiz/interview show featuring Michael Feldman.
12:00PM - 2:00PMCyprus Avenue
Bill Shapiro
The world of popular music from gospel to rock - from country to reggae - from a different point of view. Hosted by Bill Shapiro since 1978 on KCUR.
2:00PM - 4:00PMAmerican Routes
4:00PM - 5:00PMAll Things Considered

NPR News magazine that features in-depth reporting, breaking news, analysis, commentary and interviews.
5:00PM - 7:00PMA Prairie Home Companion

Two hours of wit, wisdom, jokes, skits, excellent music and the news from Lake Wobegon.
7:00PM - 8:00PMWait! Wait! Don't Tell Me!

NPR's weekly hour-long quiz program.
8:00PM - 12:00AMThe Fish Fry
Chuck Haddock
A public radio party in your living room, as Chuck Haddock serves up the best in blues, r&b, soul, jumpin' jazz and zydeco.
Sunday, November 8, 2009
12:00AM - 1:00AM12 O'Clock Jump

NOTICE: The KCUR live stream may be affected during routine network maintenance tonight.
We are sorry for the inconvenience.

Live! from the Mutual Musicians Foundation in Kansas City's 18th and Vine Historic Jazz District--where Basie tickled the ivories and Dizzy met the Bird-- it's 12 O'clock Jump, KCUR's jazz, blues and comedy jam.
1:00AM - 1:30AMBBC World Service

NOTICE: The KCUR live stream may be affected during routine network maintenance tonight.
We are sorry for the inconvenience.
6:00AM - 6:30AMNew Letters on the Air

NEW LETTERS ON THE AIR is the nationally syndicated literary program produced by the magazine of fine writing, NEW LETTERS, at KCUR-FM 89.3 on the campus of the University of Missouri at Kansas City.
6:30AM - 7:00AMHumankind

We buck the stress-inducing "24/7" society we live in, and talk about living an optimistic and resilient life that re-connects with what really matters.
7:00AM - 10:00AMWeekend Edition Sunday

Weekend Edition Sunday covers newsmakers and artists, scientists and politicans, music makers of all kinds, writers, thinkers, theologians and all manner of news events.
10:00AM - 11:00AMThis American Life
Ira Glass
A new kind of radio storytelling built around the innovative, personal vision of host Ira Glass which documents and describes contemporary America.
11:00AM - 1:00PMA Prairie Home Companion

Two hours of wit, wisdom, jokes, skits, excellent music and the news from Lake Wobegon.
1:00PM - 2:00PMThistle and Shamrock
Fiona Ritchie
Contemporary and traditional music from the celtic lands.
2:00PM - 3:00PMFresh Air Weekends
Terry Gross
3:00PM - 4:00PMOn the Media
4:00PM - 5:00PMAll Things Considered

NPR News magazine that features in-depth reporting, breaking news, analysis, commentary and interviews.
5:00PM - 6:00PMKC Currents

KC Currents amplifies the voices and stories of cultural and ethnic communities in and around Kansas City.
6:00PM - 7:00PMDocumentaries and Specials

Mind the Gap: Why Good Schools are Failing Black Students.
Nationwide, suburban schools are doing a good job educating white students, but are not getting the same results with black and Latino students. Hear the story of one suburban high school's struggle to solve this complex problem.
7:00PM - 8:00PMHearts of Space

The best of contemplative sound and spacemusic from near and far out.
8:00PM - 12:00AMNight Tides

An eclectic blend of contemplative instrumental & electronic music.

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