People & Places
Name Something That Will Always Make You Laugh
On Feb. 9, 2019, more than 130 BritGram supporters gathered in the 1900 Building for KCPT’s annual teatime toast to all things British. We also spoke to some of our neighbors for our ongoing series, “I’m Your Neighbor.” Hear what Thaylia had to say about what makes her laugh. Every Tuesday and Thursday through spring…
How Do You Deal With Challenges?
Brian has learned through failure and knows preparation and a drive to continue learning make daunting tasks seem doable. Learn how else Brian overcomes challenges, and get to know our Kansas City neighbors. Every Tuesday and Thursday through spring of 2019, Flatland will share stories of Kansas City’s neighbors. Find them online here and on Flatland’s Youtube page…
How Do You Stay Inspired?
Armond stays inspired by forcing himself out of his comfort zone. After traveling to various parts of the world, he says he learned to appreciate different cultures and that it has shaped his world view. “I get up and I go, and it’s not that bad,” he said. “Now that is how I get my…
A Priest, A Chef and a Hunger to Feed Kansas City
The first man I serve has sunburned skin and is wearing a ripped T-shirt. “How is today going?” I ask. “Not well,” he replies. I’m not sure how to reply. The man scratches at his side before pointing to baked chicken and roasted potatoes. I fill his plate, carry it to the register and tell…
What Holds You Back?
For Justin, his empathetic tendencies make it hard sometimes to focus on himself. “It’s like a gift and a curse,” he says. “It’s a double-edged sword — help everybody I want to help but then don’t help myself, you need a balance to that.” Every Tuesday and Thursday through spring of 2019, Flatland will share…