Radio Active Magazine

Radio Active host David Mitchell continues the discussion with Longview political scientist John Shively about the causes of our current political polarization, in a discussion ranging from Newt Gingrich to Christianity, from  trade agreements to the decline of America's economic competitiveness.

Kristy Childs from Veronica’s Voice and Nurse Heidi Olson from Children’s Mercy Hospital join host Craig Lubow to talk about sex trafficking in the context of the issues raised by “Project Dawn”, a court project in Pennsylvania and recently portrayed …

Kristy Childs from Veronica's Voice and Nurse Heidi Olson from Children's Mercy Hospital join host Craig Lubow to talk about sex trafficking in the context of the issues raised by […] The post Sex trafficking and "Project Dawn" appeared first on KKFI .

RadioActive host Pat Riehle interviews Alison Dreith of NARAL Pro Choice Missouri on the threats to women's rights as it relates to pregnancy discrimination, birth control access and abortion rights.

RadioActive host David Mitchell interviews Longview Community College Political Science instructor John Shively about the causes and possible remedies for America's political polarization.

Alex Martinez, Kansas/Missouri Dream Alliance, and Ramon Valdez, Innovation Law Lab, will join host Craig Lubow to talk about the “Dreamers” and “DACA” and societal implications of deporting the “dreamers” under the new policies of the Trump administration.

Alex Martinez, Kansas/Missouri Dream Alliance, and Ramon Valdez, Innovation Law Lab, will join host Craig Lubow to talk about the “Dreamers” and “DACA” and societal implications of deporting the “dreamers” under the new policies of the Trump administration.

Representatives from SPCA, Humane Society of Greater Kansas City, and Spay & Neuter KC will join host Craig Lubow to discuss homelessness among pets and services available to homeless dogs and cats.

Representatives from SPCA, Humane Society of Greater Kansas City, and Spay & Neuter KC will join host Craig Lubow to discuss homelessness among pets and services available to homeless dogs and cats.

This show will feature The New Poor People’s Campaign: A National Call for Moral Revival. We will interview local leaders in this movement, from both Kansas and Missouri, to discuss the recent reigniting of this campaign which was started over …

This show will feature The New Poor People’s Campaign: A National Call for Moral Revival. We will interview local leaders in this movement, from both Kansas and Missouri, to discuss the recent reigniting of this campaign which was started over 50 years ago by Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. You will learn what the Poor […]

This episode featured a discussion between representatives of three units of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) in the Greater Kansas City area, including the following:   Fred Jones, Sr., President, NAACP of Johnson County, KS Richard Mabion, …

This episode featured a discussion between representatives of three units of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) in the Greater Kansas City area, including the following:   Fred Jones, Sr., President, NAACP of Johnson County, KS Richard Mabion, President, NAACP of Kansas City, KS Rev. Rodney Williams, President, NAACP of Kansas City, MO […]

Missouri House of Representative congresswoman Judy Morgan gives a preview of what she says is likely to be a "wild session" this year in Jefferson city.  Ms. Morgan gives the low down on upcoming fights on such issues as taxes, Missouri Board of Education, health care, and housing.

Host Dave Mitchell will interview Dan Coffey, founder of Citizens for Responsible Government in K.C. (CFRG), on his views of the new terminal at Kansas City International airport.

Host Dave Mitchell will interview Dan Coffey, founder of Citizens for Responsible Government in K.C. (CFRG), on his views of the new terminal at Kansas City International airport.

Representatives of two local chapters of the League of Women Voters will describe their programs for 2018:  Evelyn Maddox, a co-president of the LWV of  Kansas City, MO, Jackson, Clay, and Platte Counties, will discuss their program.  Donna Lauffer and Sandi …

Representatives of two local chapters of the League of Women Voters will describe their programs for 2018:  Evelyn Maddox, a co-president of the LWV of  Kansas City, MO, Jackson, Clay, and Platte Counties, will discuss their program.  Donna Lauffer and Sandi Sanchez, co-presidents of the LWV of Johnson County, KS, will describe theirs. The League of Women […]

RadioActive host Daniel Karam interviews 22nd Mo. District State Rep Brandon Ellington on the pros and cons of an economic system based on Capitalism versus Socialism.  Rep. Ellington makes the case that a combination of the two may be the best approach.  

Net neutrality protests were held last Thursday, December 7, in front of Verizon stores in Kansas City, Missouri, and Olathe, Kansas. These were two of reportedly over 700 protests in all 50 states. Over 15 people gathered in front of …

Net neutrality protests were held last Thursday, December 7, in front of Verizon stores in Kansas City, Missouri, and Olathe, Kansas. These were two of reportedly over 700 protests in all 50 states. Over 15 people gathered in front of the Verizon store at 3385 Main St. in Kansas City, Missouri displaying signs saying things […]

Pastor Donna Simon of St Mark Hope and Peace Lutheran Church, 3801 Troost, tells the story of her journey as a lesbian woman serving as a pastor for an urban Lutheran church. St Mark is well known in the progressive community for its support of such organizations as Stand Up KC, Fight for $15, SURJ (Stand Up for Racial Justice) and CCO (Communities Creating Opportunities).

Radio Active host David Mitchell interviews Gloria Ortiz-Fisher, Executive Director of Westside Housing Organization, about their project to clear the land and build a solar farm in order to provide renewable energy and lower energy rates to the neighborhood residents.

Guests Gary Peterson, Winston Apple, and Judy Ancel talk about some of the many initiatives that are planned for the 2018 election, including Medicaid expansion, so-called Right to Work,  reform of the two party duopoly system, and more. What is the process to get these issues on the ballot? What are the chances these initiatives will pass?  Will these progressive issues help turn out the vote for...

“Juror No 2”, as Lindy Lou Isonhood was known, talks about the impact that a death sentence had on her and other jurors in a case in Mississippi in which they reached a verdict to sentence Bobby Wilcher to death for the murder of a woman. Bobby had been convicted by another jury, but his original death sentence was set aside by an appeals court. Bobby was then sentenced to death a second time afte...