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Journalist and former Missouri State Representative Ted Farnen delivers this daily program that is all about Columbia. Join Ted as he speaks with local leaders and keeps us informed on the issues that matter the most. Listen live every weekday afternoon from 4-6pm on KFRU.

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For one of Ted Farnen's Final interviews on KFRU, Ted spoke with Roger B. Wilson. Wilson is originally from Boone Country, and served as the 52nd Governor of Missouri from 2000-2001. They spoke about the state of modern politics, and an upcoming ev... more

For one of Ted Farnen's last interviews on KFRU, he spoke with Ray Beck. Beck worked for the City of Columbia for over 45 years, including 21 yeas as City Manager. He spoke with us about his history with the city, and an upcoming book about his ca... more

During one of Ted Farnen's last segments on Columbia Today, we looked back at some of the best interviews from across the past two years.

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During Ted Farnen's final episode of Columbia Today, he hosted an all-star sports panel! Listen in as Ted talks with Calem McAndrew from the Columbia Daily Tribune, Eli Hoff from the St. Louis Post Dispatch, and former Mizzou athlete Tom Whelihan abo... more

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Ted Farnen
Host and Journalist, formerly a Missouri State Representative, delivering daily discussions focused on Columbia's local talks and civic matters.

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Dana Ripper and Ethan Duke, Missouri River Bird Observatory
Q: What are some specific types of birds that you have concerns about?
Concerns include grassland birds like Eastern meadowlarks and prairie chickens, which have seen significant declines due to habitat loss.
Dana Ripper and Ethan Duke, Missouri River Bird Observatory
Q: Why does it matter if there are fewer Cardinals or other types of birds around?
It indicates broader ecological issues and reflects the health of our ecosystem, as every species plays a role in the natural world.
Dana Ripper and Ethan Duke, Missouri River Bird Observatory
Q: How did this group come about?
Dana and Ethan, the co-directors, started the observatory in around 2010 as a bird banding station and evolved it into a broader conservation organization.
Dana Ripper and Ethan Duke, Missouri River Bird Observatory
Q: What is the Missouri River Bird Observatory?
It's an organization focused on the conservation of birds and their habitats through various methods, including science, education, and advocacy.
Cindy Potter, Columbia College
Q: Do you think it's significant that you're the first woman athletic director at Columbia College?
I hope that I have been chosen for my qualifications, but I also recognize the importance of being a role model for others, especially my daughter.

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