In this season premiere of Cover Story with Stephanie Shonekan, Stephanie sits down with KBIA Morning Edition host Darren Hellwege to discuss "Living After Midnight" by Judas Priest. It's a rebellious track about running amok under the cover of night. The Donnas covered it in 2001.
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Nick Nack is transgender man who underwent top surgery. He spoke a little about the process and about the happiness and euphoria he now feels.
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The Missouri Department of Social Services announced that all Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program participants in Missouri will receive full benefits for November. -
Mizzou is expanding nuclear science research opportunities to students by collaborating with a Korean research institute. -
The Daniel Boone Regional Library has opened nominations for One Read 2026, aiming to encourage life-long learning. -
Administrator D'Markus Thomas-Brown said this funding would help with proactive responses to violent crime. -
Hallene Darland and Tina Sherman are a married autistic and ADHD queer couple. They spoke about the similar unmasking processes they went through when figuring out they were queer and when they got their ADHD and autism diagnoses. -
Scientists say leaving autumn leaves on the ground can add important nutrients to the soil and create needed habitat for insects.
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Guitarist Sean Shibe pushes his instrument to the limit in new music written for him by Thomas Adès, and softens the vibe with intimate pieces by Bach, Mompou and the eccentric street musician Moondog. -
Managing a full December calendar can quickly take you from festive to frazzled. Psychotherapist Niro Feliciano shares advice on reducing stress and increasing joy this season. -
Was Judge Hannah Dugan trying to obstruct a proceeding or trying to run her courtroom when ICE agents came to arrest an undocumented immigrant? A federal jury will decide
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The Mary Lee Johnston Community Learning Center first opened its doors in 1934, making it the oldest early-childhood learning facility in Columbia! On today's show, Dr. Melita Walker, administrative director, and Grace Elder, board member and daughter of Mary Lee, talk about the history and ask for your support through CoMo Gives or at its upcoming 'Gingerbread Tea' fundraising event! December 8, 2025 -
So far this year, 128 pedestrians have been killed — a troubling 22% increase over the same period in 2024. -
The plans are the result of legislation Gov. Mike Kehoe passed in July, after four years of debate. Consumers can choose from four plans, with optional dental and vision coverage. -
Columbia Parking Utility staff will begin updating downtown parking meters to the new $1 hourly rate on Monday, Jan. 5. -
Audra Sergel is a queer woman in her late 40s who's an active member of the community through her role as the artistic director of the Quorus, an LGBTQ+ choir. She spoke about the importance of love, support and music in hard times. -
On today's show, Sips on the Go founder (and Mizzou senior) Reagan Eaves makes a Pink Orchard and a Dr. Sweet for AC while talking about the origins of her business and what she plans to do after graduation! December 5, 2025
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In this episode, hosts Eric Fey and Brianna Lennon speak with Eduardo Repilloza Fernández. He’s the Director General of Transparencia Electoral, an election organization in Latin America that is working to promote and protect democracy through election observation, research and training.
They spoke about the work of the organization, the focus the organization has placed on data privacy for individual voters and about how the work of the organization is important to the security of democracy in the region.
They spoke about the work of the organization, the focus the organization has placed on data privacy for individual voters and about how the work of the organization is important to the security of democracy in the region.
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