Columbia Today

Why is Superman such a beloved character?  Is the new movie more true to the comic book character?  We discuss with Columbia Comic Books founder Drew Stuart and Superman superfan Todd Alan of 101.5 KPLA. #Superman #ManOfSteel See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Missourinet's new reporter, Mathew Pilger, joined Ted Farnen on "Columbia Today" to talk about his background, and recent stories that he produced regarding the Highway Patrol, the Miss Missouri Pageant, competitive eating contests, and the MU Health Care/Anthem health insurance stalemate. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Josh Johnson, a former teacher and administrator with Columbia Public Schools (CPS), was recently named the CPS executive director of secondary education.  Josh joined Ted Farnen on "Columbia Today" and recounted his days as a student, teacher, and administrator with the district and described his duties in his new job. #CPSBEST See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Missouri Scholars Academy, a three-week program for Missouri high school rising juniors, was the topic of discussion with Academy co-directors Steve Keller and Doug Valentine when they appeared on "Columbia Today with Ted Farnen." See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tannor Enyart, a reporter with Missouri Business Alert, talked to Ted Farnen on "Columbia Today" about the national trend of public financing for private sports stadiums, and more specifically, about the effort of Missouri to keep the Royals and Chiefs in the Show-Me State. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joan Stack and Susan Vale of the State Historical Society of Missouri joined Ted Farnen on "Columbia Today" to discuss a new book and exhibition that focuses on photographs taken during the 1950s through the early 1970s by a Howard County rural mail carrier. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jessie Kempf, fair manager of the Boone County Fair, previewed the special events and activities of the fair, which will be held July 15-19, as a guest on "Columbia Today with Ted Farnen." See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The weekly entertainment report with Paul Friedman.  Paul discussed the deaths of musical composer Lalo Schifrin and journalist Bill Moyers, who will be the new director of the next James Bond movie, and the new movies opening before the July 4th holiday. #JamesBond See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Football recruiting, men's basketball's upcoming season schedule, and other Mizzou topics were the focus of the discussion between Calum McAndrew, Mizzou beat writer for the Columbia Daily Tribune, and Ted Farnen, host of "Columbia Today." #Mizzou See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Miss Missouri 2025, Courtney Rowe, joined Ted Farnen on "Columbia Today" to discuss her background, what it was like to win the Miss Missouri Pageant, how she's preparing for the Miss America Pageant, and why raising awareness about domestic abuse is important to her. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Katie Harris, executive director of the Columbia Public Schools Foundation, was a guest on "Columbia Today with Ted Farnen", and she discussed the foundation's recent donation to a fund to reduce the amount of school lunch debt, and she also revealed this year's six upcoming inductees to the foundation's Hall of Leaders. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How government officials and political candidates effectively communicate was the topic of discussion with Professor Ben Warner of the University of Missouri when he appeared on "Columbia Today with Ted Farnen." See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chief Meteorologist Matt Beckwith of KOMU-TV joined Ted Farnen on "Columbia Today" to explain the recent heat wave, safety tips for dealing with the heat, and how cuts could affect future weather research. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Elizabeth Stephens, executive editor of the Columbia Missourian, joined Ted Farnen on "Columbia Today" to talk about the newspaper's new subscription rates, what stories are popular in the paper, and how the paper is published with a reduced staff in the summer. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On "Columbia Today with Ted Farnen," Jodie Jackson discussed topics such as sports tourism and the 40th anniversary of Columbia Mall as they were covered in COMO Magazine and the Columbia Business Times. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Alisa Nelson, news director of the Missourinet, talked to Ted Farnen on "Columbia Today," about the use of the Missouri-based B-2 Stealth bombers in the attack on Iran, conservation programs targeted for women at Boone County's Nature School, Gov. Mike Kehoe's trade mission to France, and two new reporters at the Missourinet. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our weekly report with Hollywood Insider Paul Friedman.  This week, we talk about the streaming wars.  You might be surprised to find out who is winning!  We also talk about a new Jonas Brothers tour, and the latest releases at the box office.  #Hollywood #JonasBrothers #Elio #28yearslater See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How do local schools spend taxpayer dollars?  The finances of Columbia Public Schools were the topic of discussion with CPS' Chief Financial Officer Heather McArthur. #CPSBEST See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Show-Me State Games start in one month, and Ted Farnen of "Columbia Today" hosted three Show-Me Games representatives, Director Bruce Ungles, Volunteer Coordinator Jessie Sida, and Intern Tommy Lock, to preview Columbia's largest summertime event. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wally Pfeffer and Nancy Toalson, this year's co-chairs of the Heart of Missouri United Way community campaign, joined Ted Farnen on "Columbia Today" to discuss the details of this year's campaign. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jim Horton and Russell Boyt joined Ted Farnen on "Columbia Today" for their monthly segment on housing issues.  This show includes discussion on short-term rentals, the increased assessed valuation for many properties, the monthly Boone County housing numbers, and Columbia's most expensive property currently on the market. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tips about Real ID-compliant forms of identification and various scams that people could fall prey to were the focus of the discussion between Khesha Duncan, regional director of the Better Business Bureau, and Ted Farnen on "Columbia Today." #cybersecurity See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rudi Keller of the Missouri Independent spoke with KFRU about what passed during the legislative special session and what could happen because of the legislature's actions. #MoLeg See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

State Senator Stephen Webber spoke with KFRU to discuss the recent end of the regular legislative session, his questions about the governor's executive order for possible actions during protests, how he helped get funding for Mizzou's research reactor, and why he didn't vote for the incentive package for the Chiefs and Royals.#MoLeg #ChiefsKingdom #Royals  See omnystudio.com/listener for priv...

How to be a good dad was the topic of a Fathers Day weekend edition of "Columbia Today with Ted Farnen" with Raymond Hall of the organization "Good Dads."   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.