The Filter

Ieshia Downton and Vicky Diaz-Camacho host this women-led podcast about KC culture.

Polaroids of a Quran and a plant

The Filter Ep. 3: ‘Dear God’

For many, spirituality is a source of strength in times of crisis. We talked to three Kansas Citians about why it’s important to them.

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The Filter Ep. 2: ‘Alone Together’

The Coronavirus is changing life as we knew it. It’s also revealed other symptoms. Racism. Othering. Political confusion.

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The Filter Ep. 1: ‘Don’t Touch My Hair’

In this episode, you’ll hear personal stories, learn what impact a law like this would have on the Kansas City metro’s black community and how linked natural hair is to race-based discrimination.

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Ieshia and Vicky, Filter podcast hosts

Introducing a new podcast from Flatland: ‘The Filter’

Flatland is launching a new podcast, “The Filter,” to examine under-reported cultural issues in the Kansas City area.

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