Central Standard Friday
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Where Are The Best Places To Dine Outside In The KC Area?
In Kansas City it's expected that the weather will jump from snowy, to balmy, to sultry in a matter of weeks. But now that we're firmly into spring, and
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What's The Story Behind Your Street?
Have you ever wondered why a street is named the what it is? Or what that one person did that immortalized their name onto our mailing address? Some are
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Food Critics: Korean Food
Korean Restaurants: Recent Restaurants: Korea has been top of mind lately as the threat of conflict has been rising, but on this Central Standard Friday
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What are the best movies out right now?
Movie Critics Russ Simmons, Marie Asner and Thom Poe gather round during KCUR's spring pledge drive to discuss the best and worst of the recent film
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History: Land of Promise: An Economic History of the...
History host Monroe Dodd speaks with Michael Lind about his most recent book, Land of Promise: An Economic History of the United States. They explore the
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Food Critics: Soul Food
In her book The Soul of Southern Cooking, Kathy Starr calls soul food "generous and earthy, like the people who created it. I'm not talking about small
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Movie Critics-Book Adaptations
The “Twilight” series was a big hit both on the bestseller list and on the big screen. Now, Stephanie Myer has another adaptation hitting area theaters,
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Food Critics-Bakeries
Kansas City has always been a great place for baked goods. Cakes, pies, cream puffs and breads have all been important to the growth of this town as a
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Irish History in Kansas City
As St. Patrick's Day approaches next week, the 'Kiss Me I'm Irish' t-shirts are getting pulled out of the closets and shamrocks will plaster the city.
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Food Critics: Belly-Busting Buffets
Buffets: you either love them or hate them. And in a tough economy, the idea of an all-you-can meal can sound alluring, even if the choices can be more
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Movie Critics: A look at the Oscars
The 85th annual Academy Awards are now history. Hollywood’s most glamorous event was yet another extravaganza of self-congratulation. We take a look at
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The Food Critics: Restaurant Etiquette
There are a number of social land mines that can be tripped in restaurants. How is the best way to handle a declined credit card, or when do you send
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The Romantic Restaurants of KC
With Valentine's Day approaching, the restaurant industry is gearing up to flirt with taste buds and create romance at the table. On the most romantic
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Movie Critics: Winter releases
The movie critics take a look at recent releases from Tinseltown. Together Russ Simmons , Fox 4; John Tibbots , professor of film at KU, and Eric Melin,
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Eating Alone In KC
Meal time is almost always a social time. However, there are instances when a meal alone can be just as relaxing and refreshingas it would be with friends
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Historic Building Preservation In Kansas City
Change is inevitable. But what if that change affects a community-loved building, or historic landmark?
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Eating Healthy In The New Year
We're 11 days into the new year. How's that resolution to eat better going?On Central Standard Friday, the Food Critics are back to dish on the healthiest places to eat in Kansas City. Charles Ferruzza of The Pitch and Fat City Blog, Mary Bloch of Around the Block, Gloria Gale of 435 South Magazine, and Emily Farris of Feed Me KC tighten up the collective waistband.Critics Picks:Oddly Correct3940 Main St. KCMORye in Mission Farms 10551 Mission Rd Leawood, KS.Tavern in Mission Farms1068...
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Best & Worst Movies Of 2012
Was Les Miserables miserable? Was Jack Reacher a reach? Should anyone have taken The Guilt Trip? These answers and more, on this week's edition of Central Standard Friday.The Film Critics have shaken off the holiday hangover haze to take a bleary-eyed look at Hollywood offerings of 2012.Russ Simmons of KKFI and Fox 4 News, Loey Lockerby of suchacritic.com, and Tom Poe, Associate Professor at the University of Missouri - Kansas City, give their silver screen snubs and salutes.Critics Picks...
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Dining Rooms Of Days Gone By
Do you remember the Wishbone, Earl's Hamburgers, Po' Folks, Piccadilly Cafeteria, and the Athena on Broadway? Well, we do.On Central Standard Friday, the Food Critics stop by to discuss classic KC restaurants of yesteryear. Charles Ferruzza of The Pitch and Fat City Blog, Mary Bloch of Around the Block, Gloria Gale of 435 South Magazine, and resident historian Monroe Dodd offer their expertise as we walk down palate-memory lane.
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The History Of Holiday Shopping
Heads up y'all, there's only one weekend left to get that last-minute Christmas shopping done.On Central Standard Friday, our resident historian Monroe Dodd examines the history of holiday buying and gift giving.He'll be joined by Kissan Joseph, Associate Professor and Stockton Faculty Fellow at the University of Kansas School of Business, and Jennifer Crane, Curator of Education at the Johnson County Museum, to discuss all things yuletide consumerism.
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Noisy Restaurants
Ambience or irritation? That is the question.On this week's Central Standard Friday, the Food Critics turn it up to eleven, and give their input on how a restaurant's atmosphere should affect a patron's mood.Charles Ferruzza of The Pitch and Fat City Blog, Emily Farris of Feed Me KC, Mary Bloch of Around the Block, and Chris Becicka, of Ingram's Magazine weigh in on the ever-hot button issue of restaurant ambience.We want to hear from you! Email or call 816-235-2888 during the show with your...
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Movie Critics: Best Films Of 2012
Join Central Standard Friday as our movie critics Russ Simmons of KKFI and Fox 4 News, Marie Asner of Metro Voice, On Air Prep Phantom Tollbooth, and John Tibbets, Associate Professor of Theater and Film at KU, discuss the recent releases and look for your feelings about what have been the best movies and performances of 2012.Films discussed:Lincoln - 4 out of 5The Sessions - 4 out of 5Life of Pi - 4 out of 5The Silver Linings Playbook- 3.5 out of 5Killing them Softly- 3.5 out of 5Rise of...
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Food Critics: Fabulous Fish
We're up to the gills in grouper, trout, and tuna on this week's Central Standard Friday.Join us as we welcome in the Food Critics, to find out where the best fish dishes in the city reside. Charles Ferruzza of The Pitch and Fat City Blog, Emily Farris of Feed Me KC, Gloria Gale and Mary Bloch of Around the Block cast their nets into deeper waters.As always, we want to hear from you. Email or call 816-235-2888 during the show with your favorite pescatarian fare.Food Critics Recommendations:...
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KC History: Eisenhower
In his life Eisenhower lead the allied forces to victory in Europe, built the interstate system, and oversaw school integration, but what experiences built this man of action from Kansas?Eisenhower was born in Texas, the third of seven brothers, but his most formative years were lived inAbilene, Kansas. The experiencethat he had in Abilene would serve as the foundation for a man who would lead armies and a nation through some of the most periloustimes in history.Tim Rivesthe Deputy Director...
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Super Soups
Ludwig Van Beethoven once theorized: "Only the pure in heart can make a good soup." Well, we here at Central Standard Friday would be remiss if we went into this holiday season not acknowledging a few of the finest local ladles.Join us as we welcome in the food critics for a look at area soup offerings, and what they believe it takes to make the best bisque, borsch, or broth.Charles Ferruzza of The Pitch and Fat City Blog, Emily Farris of Feed Me KC, Mary Bloch of Around the Block, and Chris...
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Movie Critics: Alcoholism On Film
The movie critics are back this week with a look at alcoholism on the silver screen. Join Central Standard Friday as our movie critics Russ Simmons of KKFI and Fox 4 News, Loey Lockerby of the Kansas City Star, and Eric Melin of Lawrence.com and Scene-Stealers.com discuss the portrayal of alcohol addiction in cinema. Our panel will be joined by Kevin Hanlon, producer of the documentary Bill W. about Alcoholics Anonymous co-founder and twelve-steps author William G. Wilson.And as always, our...
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Food Critics: Comfort Food
As the weather cools off, and the hours of daylight become scarcer, our culinary musings turn to comfort food.Be it a plate of spaghetti meatballs, the corner deli's Reuben sandwich, or maybe even a steaming bowl of Pho from your favorite Vietnamese joint, we all have different ideas of what foods take us to our happy place. Let Central Standard Friday's Food Critics help you find some of the best spots to satisfy that special craving.This week's panel includes host Charles Ferruzza, of The...
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Food Critics: Best Meals Under $10
You're staring at an empty refrigerator realizing if you want to eat you're going to have to go out. A quick check of the wallet shows it not much fuller than the fridge. So where can you find a decent meal for less than $10?Not to worry! Coming up on Central Standard Friday, host Charles Ferruzza and the Food Critics offer their suggestions for good eats on the cheap.This week's panel includes host Charles Ferruzza, of The Pitch and Fat City Blog, Emily Farris, Feed Me KC, Gloria Gale, 435...
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Movie Critics: Fall Flicks
Join the Movie Critics for a look at new releases in theaters near you, including Looper, ARGO and End of Watch.This week for Central Standard Friday, we've got host Russ Simmons of KKFI, Fox 4 News, Eric Melin of Lawrence.com and Scene-Stealers.com and John Tibbetts, Associate Professor of Theater and Film at KU.TELL US:What are your pet peeves when you go to the movies? Talking? Texting? Call in during the show at 816-235-2888, send us a tweet, shoot us an e-mail or just comment...
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KC History: Kansas Bureau Of Investigation
Coming up on Central Standard Friday, a look at some of the most high-profile criminal cases spanning the past 70 years in the state of Kansas.For this show, we'll get a detailed history of the Kansas Bureau of Investigation. History host Monroe Dodd talks with Larry Welch, author of Beyond Cold Blood: The KBI from Ma Barker to BTK.GUEST:Larry Welch, former KBI director
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Food Critics: Non-Traditional Dining
Coming up on Central Standard Friday, host Charles Ferruzza and the Food Critics discuss the best non-traditional places for delicious eats.This week's panel includes host Charles Ferruzza, of The Pitch and Fat City Blog, Chris Becicka, of Ingram's Magazine, Emily Farris, of Feed Me KC, and Gloria Gale, 435 South Magazine.TELL US:What's your favorite unconventional spot for surprisingly good food? Not restaurants. Think outside the box... Then, shoot an e-mail to centralstandard@kcur.org.
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Movie Critics: Lawless, Not Flawless
On this week's Central Standard Friday, join host Russ Simmons and the Movie Critics for a look at what's new in a theater near you, including Lawless, The Bachelorette, Cosmopolis and The Words.Plus, our critics discuss the re-release of Finding Nemo 3D. Is it worth seeing again?This batch of Movie Critics includes Russ Simmons of KKFI, Fox 4 News, Marie Asner of Metro Voice, On Air Prep Phantom Tollbooth andThom Poe, Professor of Film at UMKC.TELL US:What have you seen lately in theaters?...
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Food Critics: Eating Out In Lawrence
Coming up on Central Standard Friday, host Charles Ferruzza and the Food Critics share their favorite spots in Lawrence. We're talking the best coffee shops, bars and even fine dining in that fun college town west of KC.This week's panel includes host Charles Ferruzza, of The Pitch and Fat City Blog, Mary Bloch, Around the Block, Emily Farris, Feed Me KC and Gloria Gale of 435 South Magazine.REVIEWS:The Reserve is about to have its moment inside the remade Ambassador (Charles Ferruzza, The...
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KC History: What Led To Vietnam
How did America end up in Vietnam? Coming up on Central Standard Friday, a look at the 40 years of political, military and diplomatic decisions that led to U.S. involvement in Indochina, going back to Versailles Peace Conference in 1919.For this show, history host Monroe Dodd speaks with Fred Logevall about new book Embers of War: The Fall of an Empire and the Making of America's Vietnam.GUEST:Fred Logevall, John S. Knight Professor of International Studies at CornellCOMING UP:You can see...
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Food Critics: Sweet!
Coming up on Central Standard Friday, host Charles Ferruzza and the Food Critics share their favorite spots for a sweet treat in town. From ice cream to macaroons to a slice of coconut cake – we’re coming by with the dessert tray.This week's panel includes host Charles Ferruzza, of The Pitch and Fat City Blog, Chris Becicka, of Ingram's Magazine, Gloria Gale, of 435 South Magazine, and special guest Jenny Vergara.REVIEWS:Waldo wasn't sick, but it's getting a Remedy anyway (Charles Ferruzza,...
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Food Critics: Brunch
Would you like a complimentary mimosa or bloody mary with that pile of food? Join us for brunch on this Central Standard Friday, as host Charles Ferruzza and the Food Critics discuss the best spots in town for a leisurely brunch. From chicken and waffles to eggs benedict to corned-beef hash -- where do you love to go on a lazy Saturday?This weeks panel includes host Charles Ferruzza, of The Pitch and Fat City Blog, Chris Becicka, of Ingrams Magazine, Mary Bloch, Around the Block, and Emily...
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KC History: This WWI Memior Isn't A Major Motion...
Around the time that the 19th Century turned into the 20th, the most extraordinary man grew up in the woods of Western Missouri. There he learned to track and shoot with consummate skill.When the United States went to war in 1917, he went to war, used those skills, and came home with the highest decoration his country could bestow. He was an independent guy, who loved nothing more than doing combat in his own way. And when peace came, he handled it his own way, too.This man was named John...
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Food Critics: Late Night Dining
Coming up on Central Standard Friday, host Charles Ferruzza and the Food Critics share their favorite late night dining spots. Where can you get a good meal after 10 oclock, but before the last bar closes at 3?This weeks panel includes host Charles Ferruzza, of The Pitch and Fat City Blog, Mary Bloch, Around the Block, Emily Farris, Feed Me KC, and Gloria Gale, of 435 South Magazine.FOOD CRITICS REVIEWED RESTAURANTS:Charles FerruzzaBo Lings (various locations)Dim Son is one of the best...
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Movie Critics: The Acceptable Spiderman
For this weeks Central Standard Friday, join host Russ Simmons and the Movie Critics for a look at whats new in a theater near you, including The Amazing Spiderman, Moonrise Kingdom, Ice Age: Continental Drift and Ted. Also, in light of the Aurora, Colorado tragedy, our critics will discuss how the news has changed the way they understand The Dark Knight Rises.This batch of Movie Critics includes Russ Simmons of KKFI, Fox 4 News, Marie Asner of Metro Voice, On Air Prep & Phantom Tollbooth...
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Food Critics: Restaurant Etiquette
Coming up on Central Standard Friday, host Charles Ferruzza and the Food Critics offer up a lesson in dining etiquette from what to do with your cell phone, to how to eat BBQ with your boss.This topic was inspired an e-mail we received from listener Mak (thanks!) who wrote us with this question:I was born in a different country. After a few years listening to your program, Id like to learn more about restaurant etiquette for a trip to a local BBQ joint or Lidias cafe. Maybe learn how it is...
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KC History: Forgotten Tales of Missouri
Coming up on Central Standard Friday, join host Monroe Dodd for a history of the Show Me State rarely shown, including the chamber pot war of 1812, Longs Dragon Boat, and wind wagon technology from 1846.We speak with Mary Collins Barile, author of Forgotten Tales of Missouri, about how sometimes a true history can prove stranger than legend.
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Food Critics: Lunch Time
Coming up on Central Standard Friday, host Charles Ferruzza and the Food Critics share their favorite spots for a midday meal -- whether youre in the mood for a food truck taco, pork tenderloin sandwich, burger, or bento box.This weeks panel includes host Charles Ferruzza, of The Pitch and Fat City Blog, Chris Becicka, of Ingrams Magazine and Emily Farris, of Feed Me KC. Plus, special guest critic David LaCrone of Kansas City Lunch Spots.ON FAT CITY:The Subject Is Lunch (Charles...
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Movie Critics: Get Thee To A Chilly Theater
For this weeks Central Standard Friday join host Russ Simmons and the Movie Critics for a look at whats new in a theater near you, including Prometheus, Brave, The Intouchables and Rock of Ages.
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Food Critics: Destination Dining
Coming up on Central Standard Friday, host Charles Ferruzza and the Food Critics share their favorite spots outside the KC metro area for dining -- including Baldwin City, Leavenworth, Atchison, and Rocheport.
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KC History: Waldo & The Westport Presbyterian Church
Next time on Central Standard Friday, join historian Monroe Dodd for the history of the Waldo neighborhood with LaDene Morton, author of The Waldo Story.
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Food Critics: Party Of 10+
Coming up on Central Standard Friday, host Charles Ferruzza and the Food Critics share their favorite places for taking a large group out to eat on a special occasion.
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Movie Critics: Summer Blockbusters
For this weeks Central Standard Friday join host Russ Simmons and the Movie Critics for a look at whats new in a theater near you, including Dark Shadows, The Dictator and Men in Black 3.
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Food Critics: Dining Al Fresco
Coming up on Central Standard Friday, host Charles Ferruzza and the Food Critics share their favorite places for dining outdoors, including a patio in Parkville that feels like a tree house and a deck overlooking Lake Lotawana.
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KC History: Friends Of The Sheffield Cemetery Prepare...
The Sheffield Cemetery is the second largest Jewish cemetery in the Kansas City area and certainly one of the oldest, but until recently, it didnt look like such an area of prestige.
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KC History: Mark Twain Boyhood Home & Museum Celebrates...
What comes to mind when you think of famous Missourians? Brad Pitt, or Thomas Hart Benton, or Sheryl Crow? Well, of course, but even more long-enduring is the beloved author and satirist Mark Twain.On Central Standard Friday, our host Monroe Dodd interviews Cindy Lovell, executive director of the Mark Twain Boyhood Home & Museum. The museum celebrates its 100th anniversary on May 15th.
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Movie Critics: Avengers, Summer Blockbusters
In this hour of Central Standard Friday, join host Russ Simmons and the Movie Critics for a look at whats new in the box office, including Marvels The Avengers.
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The Last Walt Bodine Show
Thank you all for joining KCUR this Friday morning at 10 a.m. for the very last Walt Bodine Show, and showing such outstanding support for Walt, and his contributions to local journalism.Walt was join for the hour by his friends Monroe Dodd, Charles Ferruzza and Russ Simmons. The three have known Walt over the years as regular guests and co-hosts, and will talk with Walt today about his influence in Kansas City.
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