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Conversations

Conversations is sometimes serious and sometimes humorous, but always informative. Host Dan Skinner shares interviews with writers about recent works of fiction and non-fiction, featuring internationally known best-selling authors as well as new voices in literature. Conversations also shares updates on the area art scene through discussions about upcoming performances and exhibits. 

Conversations: Kelly Corrigan, "Hello World!"

Friday, June 18th, 2021, by Dan Skinner

On this edition of Conversations, Kelly Corrigan talks with host Dan Skinner about her first book for children, “Hello World!” Corrigan is the author of the New York Times bestsellers “Tell Me More,” “The Middle Place,” “Lift,” and “Glitter and Glue.” She is also the host of PBS’s “Tell Me More with Kelly Corrigan” and the podcast, “Kelly Corrigan Wonders.” 

Conversations: Emily Behrmann, New Performance Season at JCCC's Midwest Trust Center

Thursday, June 17th, 2021, by Dan Skinner

On this edition of Conversations, Emily Behrmann talks with host Dan Skinner about the upcoming season of performances at the Midwest Trust Center. Behrmann is the General Manager, Performing Arts, for the Midwest Trust Center, formerly the Carlsen Center, on the campus of Johnson County Community College.

Conversations: Emma Straub, "All Adults Here"

Wednesday, June 16th, 2021, by Dan Skinner

On this edition of Conversations, Emma Straub talks with host Dan Skinner about her latest novel, “All Adults Here.” The novel has been described as both humorous and heartfelt. Straub is the New York Times-bestselling author whose previous novels include “Modern Lovers,” “The Vacationers,” “Laura Lamont's Life in Pictures,” and the short story collection “Other People We Married.” 

Conversations: Steve Burk & Jan Kraybill, CD Release Concert Event at Grace Cathedral

Tuesday, June 15th, 2021, by Dan Skinner

On this edition of Conversations, Steve Burk and Jan Kraybill join host Dan Skinner to talk a CD Release Concert Event at Grace Cathedral in Topeka on June 20, at 4 p.m. Steve Burk is the Music Director at Grace Cathedral and Jan Kraybill is a Grammy Nominated Organist who will be performing at the Cathedral.

Conversations: Dr. Kapil Parakh, "Searching for Health: The Smart Way to Find Information Online and Put It to Use"

Friday, June 11th, 2021, by Dan Skinner

On this edition of Conversations, Dr. Kapil Parakh talks with host Dan Skinner about “Searching for Health: The Smart Way to Find Information Online and Put it to Use.” Dr. Parakh is a practicing cardiologist who trained at Johns Hopkins and works at Google. There, he has spearheaded efforts to provide high-quality health information to over a billion users.

Conversations: Susan McClelland, "Boy From Buchenwald: The True Story of a Holocaust Survivor"

Thursday, June 10th, 2021, by Dan Skinner

On this edition of Conversations, Susan McClelland talks with host Dan Skinner about “Boy from Buchenwald: The True Story of a Holocaust Survivor,” which she co-wrote along with Robbie Waisman. McClelland is an award-winning investigative journalist and author. Her previous books include “Bite of the Mango” and “Every Falling Star."

Conversations: Andrea Wang and Jason Chin, "Watercress"

Wednesday, June 9th, 2021, by Dan Skinner

On this edition of Conversations, Andrea Wang and Jason Chin talk with host Dan Skinner about "Watercress," a picture book for children. Wang is an award-winning author whose previous books include “The Nian Monster” and “Magic Ramen: The Story of Momofuku Ando.” Chin is a celebrated author and illustrator of children's books.

Conversations: Ron Gonen, "The Waste-Free World: How the Circular Economy Will Take Less, Make More, and Save the Planet"

Monday, June 7th, 2021, by Dan Skinner

On this edition of Conversations, Ron Gonen talks with host Dan Skinner about “The Waste-Free World: How the Circular Economy Will Take Less, Make More, and Save The Planet.” Gonen is the Founder and CEO of Closed Loop Partners, an investment firm and innovation center focused on building the circular economy. Ron was recognized as a 'Champion of the Earth' by the United Nations Environment Program. 

Conversations: Olivia Campbell, "Women in White Coats: How the First Women Doctors Changed the World of Medicine"

Friday, June 4th, 2021, by Dan Skinner

On this edition of Conversations, Olivia Campbell talks with host Dan Skinner about “Women in White Coats: How the First Women Doctors Changed the World of Medicine.” Campbell is a journalist and author specializing in medicine and women; her work has appeared in “The Guardian,” “The Washington Post,” and “New York Magazine” among others. 

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Upcoming Events

  • Fri, July 9th - 7:00pm
    Virtual Cinema a Go-Go!
    Virtual Cinema a Go-Go!

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    Talent scout hears hipster terrorist gang leader singing along with jukebox and offers him a shot at stardom but the would-be star's pals aren't happy with his shot at fame and get him mixed up in murder! That's on KPR's next Virtual Cinema a Go Go, when we'll be screening The Beatniks (1960), a totally flipsville beatnik teen tale directed by Paul Frees (the voice of Boris Badenov on TV's Rocky and Bullwinkle).

     

     

    Unfortunately, despite the title there are NO actual beatniks in the title.  The movie's original title was Sideburns and Sympathy but apparently someone was under the impression that "beatnik" means something along the lines of "delinquent" or "hoodlum". 

    Eddie Crane (Tony Travis) and his gang of punks are perfectly happy, robbing mom-and-pop stores and boozing it up. Then one day a leathery talent agent overhears Eddie singing along with the jukebox and decides he just might be the next Fabian(!). As Eddie is whisked away to the bright lights, TV shows and romance, his delinquent pals are jealous, especially Mooney (Peter Breck) who goes absolutely nuts in one of the great examples of overacting in cinema history.  Mooney's not about to let Eddie leave him behind, so he murders a bartender and frames Eddie for the crime.  Good times.

    Also on the show, a great short film from Lawrence's own Centron Studios - What About Juvenile Delinquency? (1955), shot right here in Lawrence, KS!  It's all about what happens when a troubled teen drops out of a gang after they mug his father for his pencil. That must be some pencil.

    Virtual Cinema a Go Go is free!  All you need to do is provide your name and email address in this web form, and you'll receive the exclusive log-in information for the event. 
     

     

     

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  • Thu, July 29th - 6:30pm
    KPR Presents Book Club: Sitting Pretty
    KPR Presents Book Club: Sitting Pretty

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    Ready to jump into the next book in the KPR Presents Book Club series? Join us in reading Sitting Pretty: The View from my Ordinary Resilient Disabled Body by Rebekah Taussig. Disability affects all of us, directly or indirectly, at one point or another. By exploring this truth in poignant and lyrical essays, Taussig illustrates the need for more stories and more voices to understand the diversity of humanity. Sitting Pretty challenges us as a society to be patient and vigilant, practical and imaginative, kind and relentless, as we set to work to write an entirely different story. 

    You can register for the event HERE. The event will take place on July 29, via Zoom and will feature a discussion with Taussig and our very own Kaye McIntyre. When you sign up, you should receive an email with the Zoom link for the event. If you don't see the email in your inbox, check your spam folder, or email Christy Imel at christyimel@ku.edu.

    You can buy the book online at Raven Book Store or check it out at your local public library.

    Join the discussion ahead of time by joining the KPR Presents Book Club Facebook page. Meet fellow readers and enjoy discussing new novels together.

    This event requires access to a Zoom account. You can download Zoom here. In order to view the meeting properly, make sure to download the latest version of Zoom even if you already have Zoom. Once you are in the meeting, you will need to make sure you have selected Speaker View in order to see just the speakers during the event. When you get to the Zoom download page, you will select "Zoom client for meetings." Once you have that downloaded, open the app and create your Zoom account - that way you'll be ready to go for the event on July 29!

    Thu, July 29th - 6:30pm
  • Sat, June 19th - 11:00am
    Cornhole Tournament - Social & Competitive | Doubles | Cash Payout
    Cornhole Tournament - Social & Competitive | Doubles | Cash Payout

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    Description: OUTDOORS?!? Grab your partner and your bags and join us for our June tournament at Parlor KC in the Crossroads outdoors in the Sunshine! How It Works:- Find your teammate- Choose your division:   >> Recreational/Social   >> Competitive- Sign up - $50 per team ($25 per person)- Boards at 27 feet- Each team is guaranteed 3 games in pool play.- All teams will make the tournament, double elimination. !!! Registration ends Friday, June 18th at 12PM. Cash Payout to 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Place Finishers in each division! Submitted by: Katy Wade KC Crew

    Sat, June 19th - 11:00am
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