State Climatologist Dr. Zack Leasor - Summer Outlook 2026

Heather Hatton and Aaron Krawitz - Talking Horse Productions - Photograph 51

The next performances from Talking Horse Productions start tonight! Director Heather Hatton and Producing Partner Aaron Krawitz join the show to talk about “Photograph 51”. It spotlights X-ray crystallographer Rosalind Franklin’s role in the discovery of the double helix structure of DNA. Tickets are on sale! See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

State Climatologist Dr. Zack Leasor - Summer Outlook 2026

The models for this year’s summer forecast for Missouri are a little different from recent years… are we looking at less heat and less rain? What’s the likelihood of severe Wx over the next few months? An informative visit with State Climatologist Zach Leasor. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Kelsey Hammond - Art In The Park 2026

Art in the Park is the largest fine arts fest in mid-Missouri, and this year it celebrates its 67th year. Artists from around the country converge at Stephans Lake Park this weekend displaying a variety of collectables. Kelsey Hammond, Executive Director of Columbia Art League, says the event happens rain or shine. See you there! See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Robyne Parrish with Lyceum Theatre - Annie Kicks Off New Season

The 65th Season at Arrow Rock Lyceum Theatre kicks off this week with performances of “Annie”! Tickets are on sale. Artistic Director Robyne Parrish talks about the cast, programming her first full season in her new role, and details the new Creative Artist Residency at the theatre. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Lauren Williams and Kat Stone Underwood - Remarkably Bright Creatures

The votes are in! “Remarkedly Bright Creatures” by Shelby Van Pelt has been chosen as this year’s One Read book. Lauren and Kat tell us copies are now available for check out at the Daniel Boone Regional Library. Lots of related events are being planned for later this summer! See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.