Show Me Today - The Voice of Missouri

As Missouri works on its next state energy plan, the state is taking a hard look at how our power supply has changed and where future electricity will come from. Matt Pilger sat down with Missouri Department of Natural Resources Director Kurt Schaefer, who says Missouri was once a net exporter of electricity and is now weighing everything from nuclear power to battery technology as it plans ahead....

Engines roaring, tight turns, speed wobbles, jagged obstacles, and high-flying jumps… motocross has a bit of it all.   Your chance to see it comes to the Edward Jones Dome in St. Louis on April 4.   Professional dirtbike rider and Missouri native Austin Forkner joins Cameron Conner to unpack how electrifying this sport is.  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy a...

The Missouri Senate’s leader says she does not think children are a priority. State Senate President Pro-Tem Cindy O’Laughlin says if they were a priority, Missouri would not be where it is.  Alisa Nelson talks to O’Laughlin, who thinks the state should drill down and also think big picture to achieve better outcomes for kids. ...

Early psychosis can dramatically impact the course of a young person's life. Experts say the earlier this is treated, the better the outcome. EPC Missouri is assisting communities in responding more quickly through coordinated specialty care. Dr. Denise Walker joins Show Me Today to outline early intervention, explain how it works, and emphasize why understanding risk factors such as substance use...

The Missouri State Lady Bears are dancing. After grinding out a defensive battle to win the Conference USA Tournament, they’re headed to the NCAA Tournament, and for standout guard Kaemyn Bekemeier, it’s the kind of moment you dream about as a kid. Now, with a play-in game against Stephen F. Austin tonight at 8 p.m. on ESPN2, the Lady Bears are carrying momentum, confidence, and a whole lot of Mis...

 Show Me Today highlights EPC Missouri, a statewide initiative focused on identifying and treating early psychosis as quickly as possible. When young people begin experiencing symptoms, the speed and quality of care can shape the rest of their lives. Through Coordinated Specialty Care, communities across Missouri are working to make sure individuals and families are not navigating those first...

Missouri honky-tonks aren’t just places to hear live country music. They’re time machines, dance halls, and community hubs all rolled into one. From century-old wooden floors to brand-new Lake of the Ozarks hotspots, these venues keep the two-step alive and bring together generations of dancers. Jason Oglesby, who wrote and photographed a recent Missouri Life Magazine feature on five of the s...

The U.S. is no longer making pennies, and now businesses are dealing with a penny shortage.  Alisa Nelson talks to St. Joseph Representative Brenda Shields, who is sponsoring a bill to help Missouri businesses…one penny at a time. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Show Me Today's Bill Pollock recently stopped by the University of Missouri's Christopher S. Bond Life Sciences Center, where scientists are closely studying wastewater. All home waste lines funnel to certain water treatment plants, where samples can be collected. These scientists are tracing viruses, such as the flu and COVID-19, to study their spread in our communities and how we can stay health...

Every year, veterans across Missouri transition into civilian careers, and Missouri has made it a priority to make that transition smoother. Joining Show Me Today is Jamie Melchert with the State of Missouri Office of Administration to talk about the Veterans’ Hiring Initiative and how the state connects veterans and their families to meaningful career opportunities. See Privacy Policy at https://...

Lawsuits to block data centers from being built in Missouri may seem to be growing just as fast as data centers themselves. Marshall Griffin talked about it with Chris Azevedo, an economics professor at the University of Central Missouri in Warrensburg. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Show Me Today highlights EPC Missouri, a statewide initiative focused on identifying and treating early psychosis as quickly as possible. Early care can stabilize symptoms, but long-term recovery is about more than treatment. It is also about rebuilding confidence, restoring purpose, and finding a sense of belonging in the community. That is where programs like the clubhouse model play a powerful...

Our car expert, David Finkelstein, joins Show Me Today to update us on a disturbing trend in auto recalls and to share that the annoying start-stop feature on new cars will be going away. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

A rare collection of nine original Founding‑era documents is hitting the road, well, the skies, as the National Archives launches its Freedom Plane National Tour. The traveling exhibition will fly aboard a custom‑painted Boeing 737, bringing these cornerstone pieces of American history to eight U.S. cities in celebration of the nation’s 250th anniversary in 2026. One of those locations is Kansas C...

Among the election-related bills being promoted in Jefferson City this year is one that would require nonprofit groups that sponsor ballot initiatives to verify that their volunteers are U.S. citizens. Marshall Griffin spoke with the bill’s sponsor, Republican State Representative Jeff Vernetti of Camdenton. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://a...

In Missouri and the rest of America, we put Mark Twain on a pedestal- literally. It’s the human and flawed side of Mark Twain that is just interesting, says writer Ann Ryan. Her book, The Ghosts of Mark Twain, was recently published by the University of Missouri Press. She talks with Ashley Byrd. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at h...

If you’ve been feeling a little off since the time change, you’re not alone.  Matt Pilger talked with MU Health Care sleep specialist Dr. Mike about what actually happens inside your body during those first few days and why Missouri mornings might feel a little tougher this week. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19...

Forest Park is one of the most beloved places in St. Louis. It’s sprawling green spaces, iconic cultural institutions, and history-making events like the 1904 World’s Fair all resonate with locals and visitors alike. In his new book, How Forest Park Was Made , author Ian Sullivan takes us on a journey through the transformation of this remarkable park from open land to the crown jewel of the city....

Kansas City's Union Station is preparing to bring a powerful piece of world history to the Midwest. Coming in May, the North American premiere of “The Berlin Wall: A World Divided” will open inside the station’s 20,000 square foot gallery. The immersive exhibition explores life before, during, and after the Wall, featuring original artifacts, massive sections of the Wall itself, and personal stori...

Energy efficiency is becoming an easier part of our daily lives for homes and apartments… if you know how to use it right.  Here to share helpful tips and debunk pesky myths is Danielle Ireland, Energy Services Specialist for White River Valley Cooperative in Branson. Cameron Conner joins her.  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice a...

Missouri is the 2nd state to opt into a national initiative aimed at improving foster care.  The main goal of the program is to ensure children have a safe, stable, loving environment.  Missouri has over 11-thousand newborns-to-young adults in foster care.  Sara Smith, of the Missouri Department of Social Services, tel...

Matt Pilger takes us inside a new effort at the Missouri Capitol aimed at connecting classrooms with the state’s deep agricultural roots. He sat down with Missouri State Senator Barbara Washington, who is sponsoring a bill that would expand hands-on agriculture lessons for young students across the state. Washington says the goal is to show kids, whether they grow up in farm country or the mi...

Show Me Today takes a closer look at a growing health issue right here in Missouri. MU Extension has just released a set of new guides to help families understand and manage it. Matt Pilger sat down with Eden Stewart, Nutrition and Health Specialist with the University of Missouri Extension, to break down what Missourians need to know. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.c...

The State of Missouri provides skilled care homes for its veterans, working with the V-A, and sometimes it's free. Ashley Byrd spoke with Becky McCann, a longtime nurse at the Missouri Veterans Commission home in Mt. Vernon. She is a veteran herself and explains how they serve those who served. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice a...

A military veteran serving in the Missouri Legislature wants the state to study the use of an alternative treatment to help with addiction, brain injuries, and mental health among other military veterans. In an effort to help them to thrive and be well, Ava State Representative Matthew Overcast has filed a bi...