In the Mix

Teacher and activist Delmar Uqualla on the resilient nature of her Native roots 10.05.2024 3:26 ↓

On this month's "In the Mix," Carla Eckels talks with a Wichita woman who’s on a mission to share her Native pride.

New traveling exhibit honors the women of Brown v. Board of Education 12.04.2024 3:31 ↓

A new exhibit celebrates the women behind the Brown v. Board desegregation case.

A Wichita fish lover escapes into aquascapes 15.03.2024 3:25 ↓

For this month's In The Mix, Carla Eckels talk with a Wichita woman who’s head over tails for her pet fishes.

'Fro or No?' Supporters of the CROWN Act seek support for bill from Kansas lawmakers 12.01.2024 3:22 ↓

Legislation promoting the CROWN Act was discussed during a hearing recently at the Kansas Statehouse. The proposed bill would prohibit discrimination in the workplace against natural hairstyles.

Paris Jane's unique greeting cards expand the visibility of different cultures 08.12.2023 3:17 ↓

For this edition of In The Mix, Carla Eckels talks with Wichitan Paris Jane about creating her own greeting cards featuring people of color…

On People Leadership: Business executive Karen Carter defines her management style 17.11.2023 3:28 ↓

Business executive Karen S. Carter explains how she puts together her management team.

Wichita's American Indian Institute: The history of a once thriving school for Native American boys 13.10.2023 3:36 ↓

Discover the little-known history behind a school from Wichita’s Native American past.

The French Tearoom offers up a nice cup of tea and a chance to get away 22.09.2023 3:17 ↓

Mariama Beemer says her new Black-owned business is an opportunity to express herself and connect with her origins and roots.

Just in Case: WSU first gentleman tends to the growth of students and gardens 11.08.2023 3:22 ↓

For this edition of In The Mix, Carla Eckels talks with Rick Case about his daily schedule as Wichita State’s first gentleman.

Miss Kansas’ Teen 2023 stresses the importance of promoting good mental health 14.07.2023 3:23 ↓

Miss Kansas’ Teen 2023 Erin Rolfe uses her platform to promote mental health.

Harold Miller: The first Black man to direct planes in Wichita to gain more exposure in new aviation exhibit 09.06.2023 3:31 ↓

Harold Miller was the first Black air traffic controller at Wichita’s Mid-Continent Airport in the 1970s. The story of his career — will join the tales of other black aviation pioneers — as part of the Rip Gooch Black Aviators exhibit at the Kansas Aviation Museum.

Wichita native Delia Garcia gathers lessons from 50 Latina luminaries on how to lead 12.05.2023 3:24 ↓

U.S. Labor official Delia Garcia wrote a book that shares the wisdom and insight of 50 Latina women from across the country.

New documentary uncovers the neglect felt by Black families following the Piatt Street Plane Crash 14.04.2023 3:19 ↓

A new documentary explores the lingering pain from the 1965 Piatt Street Plane Crash.

How an early experience with racism led one woman to become an activist and writer 10.03.2023 3:32 ↓

Elvira Valenzuela Crocker was inducted into the Fairmount College Hall of Fame at Wichita State University last month.

Sustaining Life: A Wichita Chef finds joy in the relationship between food and diners 10.02.2023 3:22 ↓

The Sweet Spot executive chef Preston Darnell spends as much time creating savory meals as he does sweet desserts.

Small private school in Wichita gets big boost in helping serve its students 13.01.2023 3:34 ↓

Wichita's Urban Preparatory Academy was awarded a $500,000 prize.

A third-generation Black physician reflects on his work; the push to build diversity in Wichita’s medical community 09.12.2022 3:26 ↓

Dr. Val Brown, Jr. talks about being a third-generation physician and one of the first Black doctors to graduate from the KU School of Medicine in Wichita.

Proud of Wichita seeks to uplift LGBTQ-owned businesses by increasing their visibility 11.11.2022 3:20 ↓

A newly formed business organization wants to provide support for LGBTQ businesses.

Bringing It Black offers up a unique night market experience 14.10.2022 3:37 ↓

Visit a new event that helps promote minority-owned businesses in Wichita.

Wichita Legislator sheds light on the alarming rate of missing and murdered Native American women 09.09.2022 3:19 ↓

Kansas Rep. Ponka-We Victors tries to bring attention to the growing concern of missing Native American women.

Maize South senior builds a community to help students of color feel more welcome 12.08.2022 3:43 ↓

A club at Maize South High School wants to help students of color feel more comfortable.

Celebrating 50 years of 'Superfly' 08.07.2022 2:46 ↓

David Parks reflects on Superfly's landmark soundtrack.

Mariachi Imperial de Kansas adds a contemporary twist to Mexican folk music 10.06.2022 3:33 ↓

We stuffed an entire mariachi band into one of our recording studios. Hear what happens next...

From grief to action: A Wichita woman tries to help others affected by gun violence 25.05.2022 3:18 ↓

For this month’s In The Mix, Carla Eckels speaks with Keena Charles, the CEO and founder of Violence Impact Victim Assistance.

An orthopedic surgeon offers advice on preventing injuries, maintaining fitness 15.04.2022 3:14 ↓

In this edition of In The Mix, Carla Eckels talks with Mid-America Orthopedics founder Dr. Pat Do about his latest passion.