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Naismith Hall of Famer Grant Hill weighs in on NBA finals and Olympic goals ahead
Ahead of the NBA Finals tip-off, Grant Hill, Naismith Hall of Famer and minority owner of the Atlanta Hawks, talks about the identities of the Boston Celtics and Dallas Mavericks and who has the edge.
Elon Musk’s giant Starship rocket rumbles into space once more
This is the fourth test for Starship, and this time, it returned successfully to earth.
Israel used a U.S.-made bomb in a deadly U.N. school strike in Gaza
Israel dropped a bomb on a U.N.-run school it said was being used by Hamas. The blast killed dozens, including women and children, medics and witnesses say. The bomb was U.S.-made, NPR has discovered.
They were there on D-Day, on the beaches and in the skies. This is what they saw
More than 150,000 U.S., British and Canadian troops stormed the beaches of Normandy, France, on June 6, 1944 — 80 years ago this week. A small handful told NPR about their experience.
A mother has been able to care for her son with SSI. But the program also limits them
The government program called Supplemental Security Income has lots of outdated rules that harm the people it's supposed to help, like people with significant disabilities and their caregivers.
Crows can count vocally like toddlers, research shows
Crows can count... out loud! They do so similarly to human toddlers who are learning to tally things up. A neuroscientist trained birds to produce a number of calls in response to random visual cues.
Team USA beats Pakistan in Cricket World Cup
Team USA just pulled off one of the biggest upsets in cricket's history. They beat Pakistan in super-over in group play in this year’s World Cup.
The Paris Olympics is already facing cybersecurity threats
From a fake Tom Cruise Netflix campaign to fear-mongering around terrorist attacks, the Paris Olympics already face online threats. Cybersecurity experts say those threats may only grow.
Anti-establishment candidate Nigel Farage could split the U.K.'s Conservative vote
An anti-establishment candidate has thrown a wrench into the U.K. election. Nigel Farage is running for Parliament with a new populist party -- which is likely to split the Conservative vote.
An auto plant in Alabama is offering employees up to $250 per month for child care
To attract workers, Mazda Toyota Manufacturing, a joint venture in northern Alabama, decided to offer a child care benefit. The company pays 30% of its employees child care costs, up to $250 a month.
Indiana is building an electrified highway to charge EVs as they drive over it
Researchers and Indiana's transportation department are turning a strip of highway into an electric charging road and will use semi-trucks to test its viability.
How Biden's asylum restriction has changed things at the border with Mexico
The U.S. has begun turning down people seeking asylum at the Southern border following Biden’s executive order. Here's how border patrol agents, CBP and law enforcement are implementing the measures.
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As African pop crests again, women are leading the second wave
Released in a span of three months, the new albums by Ayra Starr, Tems and Tyla are not merely career-making for the artists, but ground-shifting for the pop music of the continent.
A fungus is turning cicadas into horny zombies — but don’t panic
The fungus takes over cicadas’ lower halves and sex drives, fueling them to keep mating and spreading the disease in the process. That's why some scientists call them “flying salt shakers of death.”
'Hello Dolly!' Says "Goodbye" to Omaha Community Playhouse’s First Century, Susie Baer Collins Discusses This Theatrical Classic
Interview with OCP Co-Artistic Director Susie Baer Collins
Pat Sajak departs 'Wheel of Fortune' as TV's last old-school game show host
The game show host was a weatherman in Los Angeles before starting on Wheel of Fortune in 1981.
Tens of thousands of Israeli nationalists march for Jerusalem Day
The annual march, part of Jerusalem Day, a national holiday, regularly inflames Israeli-Palestinian tensions. This year those tensions were even higher because of the war in Gaza.
8 mistakes to avoid if you're going out in the heat
Spending time outside in scorching weather can put you at risk of heat stroke or exhaustion. Here's what to watch out for and how to stay safe.
A covert Israeli online influence campaign tried to sway American lawmakers
A new report by an Israeli watchdog group ties an Israeli firm to a covert online campaign intended to sway crucial Democratic lawmakers to continue backing Israel’s campaign in Gaza.
'Washington Post' publisher tried to kill a story about him. It wasn’t the first time
The Post's new CEO Will Lewis tried to stop the paper from publishing a story about allegations he faces in Britain. It wasn't the first time he's attempted to head off unwanted coverage. I know, because he tried to do that to me in December.
How Ronan Farrow's reporting on Weinstein led to the criminal case against Trump
While reporting on Harvey Weinstein, Farrow unearthed details of the National Enquirer’s plan to pay for damaging stories about Trump and then bury the stories — a practice known as "catch and kill."
There is more carbon dioxide than ever in the atmosphere. That’s bad for the climate
The amount of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere hit an all time high in May. That trend must reverse in order to rein in climate change.
Film Streams Takes Pride in Celebrating “Pride Week 2024,” Marie Schuett Discusses the Six Day Festival
Interview with Film Streams Director of Marketing Marie Schuett on "Pride Week 2024"
Biden commemorates D-Day invasion's 80th anniversary, linking it to Ukraine conflict
President Biden said the historic invasion is a reminder of the costs of freedom and democracy — and the value of alliances. He evoked Ukraine, saying the U.S., NATO and its allies won't "walk away."
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Live & Local
Daily interviews with people involved in local charities, arts organizations, government, medical groups, educational institutions, and more. Airs weekdays at 7:44 a.m. and 3:44 p.m. hosted by Mike Hogan.
Riverside Chats
Riverside Chats is a series of conversations exploring Midwest culture, from art to politics and everything in between. Each Monday at noon, hear an in-depth conversation hosted by Tom Knoblauch, Maria Corpuz, or Michael Griffin with the people making our culture interesting, important, and vibrant. From politicians and businesspeople to filmmakers and artists, Riverside Chats is dedicated to highlighting the fascinating figures right here in the Heartland. Listen on KIOS 91.5 Omaha or on your favorite podcast app.For bookings, contact Courtney Bierman at courtney.bierman@ops.org.
Off the Shelf
Off the Shelf is a weekly update on the news and events taking place at the Omaha Public Library. Locally produced at KIOS by David Koesters, it can be heard Mondays at 8:44am during Morning Edition, and again at 4:44pm on All Things Considered.
Lives with Stuart Chittenden
Lives, hosted by Omaha-based Squishtalks founder Stuart Chittenden is a conversation-based show focused on how to live well physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually across fields and disciplines. Lives tackles the big and noble questions of the human experience in a way that’s both practical and profound. Lives airs on Sunday mornings at 9.
The Omaha Sound
The Omaha Sound - Saturday nights at 9pm on 91-5 KIOS Omaha Public Radio.Host Ariann Anderson brings you two hours of the best in Americana, indie rock, folk, alt country, and more. She also engages in conversations with the people who contribute to the Omaha music community.
The Atomic Hour
The Atomic Hour is America's Museum of Midcentury Music.Featuring weekly wanderings throughout the groovy gamut of pop and rock from the 1950s and 1960s, not to mention Midcentury Leftovers from the 1970s, Rock 'N Roll Revivalists of the 1980s-1990s and Brand New Oldies from the 21st Century. Presented by the mysterious Mister 1960, the Midcentury Millennial, and produced at the studios of 91.5 KIOS FM Omaha.
Ambiology
Modern ambient and experimental music.Also, listen and subscribe to our podcast Ambiologist. Listen every Sunday at 10pm.Ready to become an Ambiologist?Receive our weekly playlist & exclusive content. SUBSCRIBE HERE
KIOS Profiles
KIOS Profiles’ goal is to highlight and learn more about the interesting places, history, and people that make this area what it is. Produced locally at KIOS by David Koesters, it airs weekly on Wednesdays during Morning Edition at 8:44am, and again in the afternoon at 4:44pm during All Things Considered.
Faturday Omaha
Faturday Omaha takes you to the delicious places to eat all around Omaha and elsewhere. Hosts Dave Zorko, Sam Rocha, and TJ dig into a smorgasbord of conversations with the people in the restaurant industry who make tasty creations happen, all with friendship and a sense of humor.Dave "The Optimist and Extrovert" Zorko is an Omaha native who's enjoyed food from Omaha and beyond for a long time. He's always on the lookout for new places to try...and to feature on Faturday Omaha! Dave's been known to mention his dislike of mayo and sour cream (although good aiolis and quality mayos may be granted a pass).Sam "Burger Specialist and Realist" Rocha is the Destroyer of Burgers...at least any in his path. Sam and Dave have been, in his words, "putting the hurt on food together for a long time, way back to 'Burrito Day.'" He's been known to tell it like it is, and is thankful that his voice sounds different than Dave's or TJ's.TJ "Dissertation Scientist" is the best cook in the crew, has the largest vocabulary, and possesses the quantity of research to match. He may sound a lot like Dave, but he isn't. TJ likes to break things down, and while his palate lines up with Dave's quite often, TJ likes his dishes with some spice.So join the Faturday Omaha crew every Saturday at 2 p.m. and tune in if you're hungry!
Need something to watch? Check out these ideas from Joshua Labure's reviews for KIOS at the Movies
KIOS at the Movies
Filmmaker & KIOS producer, Joshua LaBure, discusses cinema with a rotating cast of filmmakers, cinephiles and critics. Every Friday! Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you listen to podcasts.
Evil Does Not Exist
Evil Does Not Exist review.
Silent Land / In a Violent Nature / Don’t Look at Me That Way
Today on KIOS at the Movies, Joshua LaBure highlights three new films. First, the new horror film from Shudder “In a Violent Nature,” a polish dramatic thriller “Silent Land” and the 2015 film “Don’t Look at Me That Way” which just received its first U.S. release…
“I Saw the TV Glow” & “The Sales Girl”
Today on KIOS at the Movies, Joshua LaBure discusses the new film from A24 “I Saw the TV Glow” and a new Mongolian coming of age film called “The Sales Girl.”
"Le Samouraï" with Taylor Eagan
Today on KIOS at the Movies, I'm excited to welcome Taylor Eagan, the programming director at Film Streams. We'll be discussing the stunning 4K restoration of *Le Samouraï*, the 1967 neo-noir masterpiece by the legendary filmmaker Jean-Pierre Melville. This restoration brings new life to Melville's atmospheric and meticulously crafted film, showcasing its influence on the genre.
Tout Va Bien
Today on KIOS at the Movies, Joshua LaBure covers the 1972 film "Tout Va Bien" from legendary filmmaker, Jean Luc-Godard...
“The Old Oak”
Today on KIOS at the Movies, Joshua LaBure, reviews the new film from Ken Loach “The Old Oak.”
“Fallen Fruit” & “The Idea of You”
Today on KIOS at the Movies, Joshua LaBure covers the new film “Fallen Fruit”, which just premiered at the Miami International Film Festival, as well as the new Amazon Prime rom-com “The Idea of You” starring Anne Hathaway.
“Bunker” with Jenny Perlin
Join us next week, on April 25th at 7 pm at Millwork Commons, where KIOS and Joshua LaBure’s KIOS at the Movies proudly present a free screening of the documentary “Bunker.”Today on KIOS at the Movies, to celebrate the screening, we’re rebroadcasting a conversation with the film’s director, Jenny Perlin.
“Yintah”
Today on KIOS at the Movies, Joshua LaBure discusses the new canadian documentary “Yintah”, with the filmmakers and participants of the film. The documentary just premiered at the 2024 True / False Film Fest.
Live & Local
Daily interviews with people involved in local charities, arts organizations, government, medical groups, educational institutions, and more. Airs weekdays at 7:44 a.m. and 3:44 p.m. hosted by Mike Hogan.
Meet Matthew Ray, Who Over the Course of 27 Years Goes From Student Teacher to Superintendent of Omaha Public Schools
Full-Length Podcast Version of the Interview with OPS Superintendent Matthew Ray
The Blue Barn Theatre is 35 Years Old, Current Show “POTUS” is Timeless…And Funny! Kim Jubenville Explains
Interview with Blue Barn Theatre's Kim Jubenville
Gifford Park Neighborhood Market Brings Fresh Food, Veggies, and Music - Manager Martin Janousek Discusses How to Participate
Interview with Gifford Park Neighborhood Market Manager Martin Janousek
African Culture Connection Hosting Day-Long Summit and Show at OPC, Charles Ahovissi Explains
Interview with African Culture Connection Executive Director Charles Ahovissi
Joslyn Castle’s John Paul Talks About the Full Calendar of Events Scheduled and Invites Everyone to Join the Fun
Interview with Joslyn Castle's Creative District Liaison Manager John Paul
Bemis Center Has Double Opening on Same Night, Rachel Adams Welcomes the Works of Raven Halfmoon & Paul Stephen Benjamin
Interview with Bemis Center for Contemporary Arts' Chief Curator and Director of Programs Rachel Adams
The Nebraska Council on Economic Education Promotes Economic and Financial Literacy One Student at a Time
Interview with Nebraska Council on Economic Education's Matt Pierson and Jennifer Davidson-Podcast Version
Voices in Alliance Theatre Company Opens “The Inheritance, Part 2” Tonight, Eric Grant-Leanna Discusses Show
Interview with Voices in Alliance Actor Eric Grant-Leanna
100 Years and Still Going Strong, The Omaha Community Playhouse Will Deliver a Memorable Centennial Season
Interview with Omaha Community Playhouse's Co-Artistic Directors Susie Baer Collins and Alex Rodriguez
It’s the 59th Annual Melodrama at the Florence Community Theater (Gasp, Boo, Cheer!), Cecilia Sass Chats About It
Interview with Florentine Players Melodrama Director Cecilia Sass
Cinco De Mayo Starts Tomorrow (That’s Right, May 10th!), Marcos Mora Explains Everything on KIOS-FM
Interview with Marcos Mora about Cinco De Mayo
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