John G. McGrath

Stories by John G. McGrath

A hand holding keys to a house.

Four Financial Tips for First-Time Homebuyers

Here are the top four financial mistakes first-time homebuyers make, and a few tips on how to avoid them.

A scene from "Mira," a stop-motion animated horror film.

Art House | ‘Mira’ Renders Horror in Stop-Motion Animation

Kansas City filmmaker Eva Louise Hall discusses "Mira," a stop-motion animated horror film that explores abusive creative relationships.

Bobby J. Coleman in a scene from "Vengeful."

Art House | Vengeance is Yours in ‘Vengeful’

Chuck Browne grounds his movies in grim realities of life in America. In "Vengeful," he takes on the topic of Black men accused of crimes they didn't commit.

Filmmaker Sav Rogers in "Chasing Chasing Amy," his documentary about how the 1997 film "Chasing Amy" changed his life.

Art House | Filmmaker Finds Himself Chasing Amy

Kansas filmmaker Sav Rogers discusses "Chasing Chasing Amy," his documentary on how the 1997 film "Chasing Amy" changed his life.

A scene from Patrick Rea's "They Wait in the Dark" shows a woman's blood-spattered face.

Art House | Horror in the Heartland

Art House visits with local horror auteur Patrick Rea about his latest film, "They Wait in the Dark," which garnered a strong review in The New York Times.

Filmmakers C.J. Janovy and Kevin Willmott discuss "No Place Like Home: The Struggle Against Hate in Kansas" with Art House host John McGrath.

Art House | ‘No Place Like Home’ Grapples With Hate

Our relationship with home is complicated. Just ask Kevin Willmott and C.J. Janovy, filmmakers behind "No Place Like Home: The Struggle Against Hate in Kansas."

Estate planning photo illustration.

Age-Old Questions | Estate Planning Tips

Jamie Bosse, a certified financial planner, walks you through some key tips and shares resources to ensure your estate planning will support your needs.

Two hands holding a Social Security card.

Age-Old Questions | Unlocking Social Security Benefits

Jamie Bosse, a certified wealth manager and member of Kansas City's Financial Planning Association, reveals key insights for accessing Social Security benefits.

An older adult and a younger person holding hands as they consider long-term care options.

Age-Old Questions | Planning for Long-Term Care

About 70% of Americans aged 65 and older will need long-term care at some point. Here are some financial planning tips to help ensure a good quality of life.

Marchers carry a huge flag during Kansas City's Pride Parade 2023.

Kansas City Pride Parade 2023

The Kansas City Pride Parade is one of the nation's largest. Flatland was there on Saturday to document this year's huge turnout in video.