Eco Radio KC

EcoRadio KC is glad to encourage awareness and protection of our world. The problems that result from global energy increase are frequently brought to our attention. We move to the […] The post TRANSPORTATION ECOLOGY appeared first on KKFI.

Join hosts Richard Mabion and Dave Bennett Freeling as they sit down with young people who have been learning and teaching others about water quality in the KC area through the Kids About Water program (KAW). Find out how you can help the next generation maintain our waterways for drinking and recreation.  We’ll also be […]

Things are growing here in the Midwest and it is a great time to seek out locally grown foods.  This week’s episode will provide you with up-to-date information about where you can go to get fresh, sustainably grown food.  We …

First, Brent Ragsdale interviews Jack Vandeleuv Hub Coordinator for Sunrise Movement KC. We will be discussing what the Sunrise Movement is about and particularly their support for the Green New Deal. Their website says: “We’re building an army of young …

Join host Craig Lubow for a discussion of the Endangered Species Act with Heather Navarro, Executive Director of Missouri Coalition for the Environment. Discussion will include an overview of the act, reasons for the act, successes and failures, procedure for …

The second part of our glyphosate roundup series reveals the science behind the harm caused by the most popular herbicide in history.  Learn the details of the inside information that Monsanto has been keeping from the public about the many …

The second part of our glyphosate roundup series reveals the science behind the harm caused by the most popular herbicide in history.  Learn the details of the inside information that Monsanto has been keeping from the public about the many …

The facts are coming to light on the most widely used farming chemical since water.  Glyphosate, made famous as the active ingredient in Monsanto’s RoundUp, is an herbicide we all should be familiar with.  It’s literally all over America and …

On today’s show, we will hear our recording of events at the Extinction Rebellion in Kansas City and other Earth Day comments.  Then, host Richard Mabion will have a talk with Vann Jones.  After that, Richard and Teresa will have …

On today’s show, host Brent Ragsdale interviews Dorothy Barnett of the Climate Energy Project about the Kansas Energy Fairness Act and other energy transition (fossil fuel to renewable) related legislation in Kansas.   Next, Brent will give an overview of the Extinction …

Host Richard Mabion speaks with Beth-Hannes Zacharias of the Metro Kansas City Climate Action Coalition along with Kristin Riott of Bridging the Gap.

Kevin Kamps, Director of Beyond Nuclear, joins host Craig Lubow to discuss the environmental problems presented by nuclear energy, including radioactive contamination caused by the transportation and disposal of nuclear waste. Kamps talks about the transportation of nuclear waste by …

When Pat Elder was in town on February 21st to kick off his tour of military bases contaminated with Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS), Craig Lubow had a chance to interview him. We bring you that recording. Click here to …

EcoRadio KC hosts KC Food Circle friends, Emily Akins and Brandi Schoen.  They will show us where and how we can get the tastiest, freshest, healthiest food around.  We’ll be learning about what’s new and exciting in local agriculture and …

On Dec. 11, 2018, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (Army Corps) released a new proposed Waters of the United States (WOTUS) definition to replace the 2015 rule issued under the Obama Administration. …

We feature some recordings of activist Pat Elder regarding PFAS contamination at military bases including Richards-Gebhaur. And Bob Grove updates Craig Lubow on the newly formed Climate Council of Greater Kansas City. Pat Elder spoke at All Souls UU Church …

Leaders of the Kaw Valley Native Plant Coalition: Courtney Masterson from Native Lands, LLC and Patti Ragsdale from Happy Apple’s Farm, join host Brent Ragsdale to discuss how to identify and conserve, or even re-create, native prairie, woodland and wetland habitats …

On today’s show, our guest is Elaine Giessel, a Marine Ecologist by training, has taught biology, geology, microbiology and environmental science at community colleges in both Kansas and Texas. She is a seasonal Park Naturalist at Ernie Miller Park in …

Marty Kraft is a member of the Kansas City Missouri Environment Commission, whose purpose is to give policy direction to the Mayor concerning issues of environmental planning, management, and compliance with regulations and programs.  He is a Gardener and Environmental Educator who …

Our guest, Zack Pistora, is the Kansas Sierra Club Lobbyist. He and host Richard Mabion will provide listeners with an overview of legislation expected and legislation needed as well as his perspective on the possible reception of the Kansas House and Senate …

On this edition of EcoRadio KC we look at the representation of people of color within the ranks of those working for a cleaner environment.  We’ll find out where some of the widest gaps are and look at ways we …

How can we get fresh food locally grown in the cold Midwestern winters?  On this EcoRadio, we learn about extending the growing and harvest seasons through the months with “r’ in them.  Discussing beneficial techniques like row covers, high tunnels …

It’s a new year!  Time to look at our good ol’ days so that our future can be even brighter!  Teresa Wilke will talk with two historians about the electric trolley boom in the early part of the 20th century.  …

For our final program of 2018, we feature some encouraging work that has been done this year in the KC metro around educating the next generation of environmental stewards.  Guests Alicia Ellingsworth of The Farm School at Gibbs Road and …

Lindsey Constance, Shawnee Councilwoman, joins host Craig Lubow to discuss evidence-based solutions to climate change. Lindsey helped organize Advancing Climate Solutions, a local workshop for area politicians and environmental activists to initiate local climate actions based on the book “Drawdown”. …

Our guest, Robert Rosenberg, will speak on the availability and advantages of solar generated electricity.  Robert is a co-director of the Flint Hills Renewable Energy Cooperative (FHREEC) which is based in Manhattan, KS.  FHREEC is a collective of volunteers who …

On today’s program our guest is Steve Mann, Owner, PrairieEcosystems Mgmt, who will speak with Richard Mabion about the environmental movement in the KC area since 2008.  Steve Mann has a volunteer history w/EcoRadioKC, Cultivate KC, Food Not Lawns and …

Ben Kjelshus, founder of the KC Food Circle and an organizer for the Green Party,  gave great ideas to our community.  His work toward building community enriched all our lives.  He was a contributor to KKFI for many years and on …

Climate change and the tallgrass prairie – what’s the connection and what will happen to this endangered ecosystem as climate change advances? Listen to a presentation by Dr. Jesse Nippert, Associate Professor at Kansas State University, Grassland Ecologist and Principal Investigator of …

Judith Wells joins host Craig Lubow to discuss the problem of the Kansas Corporation Commission (KCC) in failing to consider public input when issuing permits for injection wells, widely believed to be contributing to earthquakes in Kansas. Saltwater injection wells …

Mark Manning joins host Craig Lubow to talk about the KCK Organic Teaching Gardens. Mark is the coordinator of the program, which workshops for students in K through 12th grade in KCK classrooms. The mission of the program is to …

Dave Bennett interviews guests Rebecca and Tom from Fair Share Farm in Lawson to discuss the concept of “Natural vs Artificial” foods. Rebecca and Tom each have over 20 years of experience in sustainable agriculture and are involved in educating …

Teresa Wilke and Craig Lubow hosts candidates from the Missouri 5th District and Kansas 3rd District for an environmental “forum” in which they will discuss their environmental vision for the country. Chris Clemons joins us from the Kansas 3rd District, …

Stan Slaughter is Kansas City’s own Eco-Troubadour. Today he entertains the troops with a recount about his songs for a sustainable environment.  Stan is also an internationally famous expert on the process called composting, a process that recycles various organic materials that …

The issue of an underground gasoline leak at the midtown corner of 31st ST and Cleveland, Kansas City MO, is a historic example of the great power of community involvement. Joseph Jackson will be the guest of Richard Mabion. Joseph Jackson …

Today’s program will be discussion with Al Pugsley of the Mid-America Electric Automobile Association (MAEAA) and Brian Girten, electric automobile owner, about the advantages derived from driving electric cars. Host Teresa Wilke met them at a recent Drive Electric Week …

On today’s program, we talk with Lisa Ousley and Mariah Friend from the stellar non-profit program After the Harvest. After the Harvest rescues nutritious fruits and vegetables missed by commercial […] The post After the Harvest appeared first on KKFI.

Zack Pistora represents the Sierra Club and Kansans on issues such as water conservation, hydraulic fracturing, energy efficiency, clean energy and other environmental topics which are addressed by the Kansas Legislature in Topeka, KS. Zack will give us a look …

350KC, The KC Climate Coalition and others sponsored a march in downtown Overland Park on Saturday morning. KKFI was on hand to record the proceedings. The following is taken from the Facebook event page: On September 8, hundreds of rallies …

Tabitha Schmidt, CEO of Powell Gardens, joins host Craig Lubow. Tabitha talks about the impact on Powell Gardens, surrounding areas, and nearby centennial farms that would occur with a proposed expansion of a cattle feedlot if it is approved. Powell …

The http://www.heartlandconservationalliance.org/ checks in with us to bring us up to speed on all of their current endeavors. And on World Ocean Radio: “The Earth Has One Big Ocean With Many Features.” So states the first principle of the ocean …

At this past weekend’s Kicking the Koch Habit Conference there were two workshops that were expressly environmental in nature. We bring you excerpts from The Climate emergency- The Case For Immediate Action, presented by Heartland Renewable Energy Society’s Craig Wolfe, …

Julie Stutterheim of Preserve the Line Creek Forest brings us up to speed on the struggle.

We welcome Dr. Seiglinde C. Othmer to the program to discuss her new book, Adventure New Zealand: Beneath the Totaras, a children’s book which focuses on environmental issues. In this sequel to “Whims, Wits, and Whiskers,” an artistic troupe of …

Amanda Graor, Principal Planner/Air Quality Program Manager for the Mid America Regional Council joins us to discuss air quality and ozone alerts in Kansas City.

Richard Mabion welcomes folks from project rally. Also, an update on the last KC Forest.

Bob Groves, Sierra Club – Mo Chapter Legislative Chair, joins host Craig Lubow to talk about Environmental issues being confronted by the Sierra Club in Missouri. And, on This Week in Water… The interim head of the EPA, Andrew Wheeler, …

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Help protect the Line Creek Forest, some of the last remaining original woodland forest within Kansas City in Platte County, from development. This is 800 acres of forest that surrounds the Line Creek Trail, and offers its citizens a quiet …

The Sierra Club’s Zack Pistora returns with updates for Kansas.