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KCURMichael

@radioheadradioguy.bsky.social
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Morning host at KCUR-FM ... lover of music, food, art, and the overuse of ellipsis ... sometimes serious, sometimes notsomuch ... sleep is the fifth food group ...

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KCURMichael @radioheadradioguy.bsky.social · 21h
*Early Morning Traffic Alert* Northbound 35 at Santa Fe is closed at this time due to an overturned 18-wheeler. Please plan your commutes accordingly.
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KCURMichael @radioheadradioguy.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
I'm obsessed with this. When I come back, there may have to be some appropriate weather-related background music added. weather.com/retro/
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RetroCast Now
And now, your RetroCast. Brought to you by The Weather Channel.
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KCURMichael @radioheadradioguy.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
*Traffic Update* northbound 435 just before the 35 split in the Northland is closed at this hour. Use alternate routes this morning.
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KCURMichael @radioheadradioguy.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
*TRAFFIC ALERT* Northbound I-29 just before Barry Road in the Northland is closed at this time due to an accident. Please find alternate routes for a while.
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KCURMichael @radioheadradioguy.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
KC Scout is reporting northbound 35 at Chouteau in the Northland is closed at this hour.
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KCURMichael @radioheadradioguy.bsky.social · 05/09/2026
The *extreme heat warning* continues through Tuesday (blecch), but temperatures start to lower Wednesday - and the following week looks glorious. Hang in there, KC. Be safe and watch out for each other.
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KCURMichael @radioheadradioguy.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
Breaking news: www.stlpr.org/government-p...
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Missouri Supreme Court puts referendum to overturn new congressional map on ballot
The Missouri Supreme Court ruled that the state’s voters will decide the fate of a plan aimed at ousting Democratic Congressman Emanuel Cleaver.
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KCURMichael @radioheadradioguy.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
The *Heat Advisory* for the KC metro has been upgraded to an *Excessive Heat Warning* and has also been extended to next Tuesday evening. Please be careful and look out for yourselves and others.
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KCURMichael @radioheadradioguy.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
I have it on good authority* that the Southwest Trafficway Sinkhole is no more and that fresh, new asphalt is there. *me
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KCURMichael @radioheadradioguy.bsky.social · 21/08/2026
Not exactly the way I was hoping my Friday would begin. 
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KCURMichael @radioheadradioguy.bsky.social · 19/07/2026
That’s what it’s like when the opening band plays an absolutely brilliant set, walks off the stage, and tells the headliner “Top that, m*therf*ckers.” #ENGvFRA
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KCURMichael @radioheadradioguy.bsky.social · 10/07/2026
@kcur is having computer issues right now; no sound is going out on the airwaves OR online. We’re working on it and will hopefully be back in your ears soon. Thank you for your patience.
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KCURMichael @radioheadradioguy.bsky.social · 02/06/2026
Big news from @kcur.org : www.kcur.org/inside-kcur/...
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KCUR and Classical KC to move into office space on the Country Club Plaza
The stations have been without a permanent home since the University of Missouri-Kansas City ordered all tenants out of their longtime office space at 4825 Troost Ave. at the beginning of 2026.
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KCURMichael @radioheadradioguy.bsky.social · 20/05/2026
Happy 80th birthday to Cheryl Sarkisian. Cher if you agree. #cher
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KCURMichael @radioheadradioguy.bsky.social · 01/05/2026
Wishing a happy International Jazz Day for those who celebrate: youtu.be/c5w9BHKe0rc?...
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Jazz musicians play Everything in Its Right Place by Radiohead (1 take, no AI)
YouTube video by Open Studio Music
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KCURMichael @radioheadradioguy.bsky.social · 29/04/2026
*Traffic Update* WB 435 at 69 Hwy is closed for the moment.
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KCURMichael @radioheadradioguy.bsky.social · 27/04/2026
Highway closures as of 6:20 AM: NB 35 past 291 Hwy EB AND WB 70 at Broadway (downtown flooding) EB 70 past 18th Street EB 70 exit ramp to 23rd Street
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KCURMichael @radioheadradioguy.bsky.social · 27/04/2026
*Severe Thunderstorm Warning* for Cass and Jackson counties in MO and Johnson and Miami counties in KS until 6:15.
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KCURMichael @radioheadradioguy.bsky.social · 27/04/2026
*Tornado Warning* for the areas around Belton and Grandview until 6am.
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KCURMichael @radioheadradioguy.bsky.social · 27/04/2026
*Severe Thunderstorm Warning* for Johnson County KS until 6am. And in traffic news, NB 35 past 291 Hwy in the Northland is closed at this time.
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KCURMichael @radioheadradioguy.bsky.social · 26/04/2026
A *tornado warning* has been issued for Douglas County, KS until 4:15. South of Lawrence right now but may move northeast.
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KCURMichael @radioheadradioguy.bsky.social · 24/04/2026
A *Tornado Warning* has just been issued for Douglas County, KS until 9pm. Stay alert, Lawrence.
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Alerts from NWS Kansas City/Pleasant Hill MO (UNOFFICIAL) @eax.nws-bot.us · 17/04/2026
EAX issues Severe Thunderstorm Warning [tornado: POSSIBLE, damage threat: CONSIDERABLE, wind: 60 MPH (RADAR INDICATED), hail: 1.75 IN (RADAR INDICATED)] for Atchison, Doniphan [KS]... at Fri, 17 Apr 2026 20:08:02 +0000 via IEMbot Additional Details Here.
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KCURMichael @radioheadradioguy.bsky.social · 17/04/2026
The storms are already starting to work their way toward the metro; a *Tornado Warning* is in effect for Atchison County, KS and Platte County, MO until 3:30. Things are going to be unsettled as the front moves through. I'll keep watch for you over the next few hours.
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KCURMichael @radioheadradioguy.bsky.social · 16/04/2026
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KCURMichael @radioheadradioguy.bsky.social · 25/03/2026
“You da man!” he softly whispered to himself when he saw that his generic bologna lunchable he brought to work for breakfast had six slices of fake cheese instead of five.
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KCURMichael @radioheadradioguy.bsky.social · 07/03/2026
A tornado warning has been issued for Jackson County Missouri until midnight. Please be careful.
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KCURMichael @radioheadradioguy.bsky.social · 23/02/2026
Ever had one of those nights when you went to bed early in order to get some good sleep and be ready for the next day, but your brain wouldn’t shut up so you slept maybe an hour or so and you feel awful instead? That’s me. Hi.
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KCURMichael @radioheadradioguy.bsky.social · 19/02/2026
Nothing like coming home from a very long day to relax and enjoy a nice cold beverage … which in this case is a caffeine free 7-Up zero.
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KCURMichael @radioheadradioguy.bsky.social · 14/02/2026
I’ve seldom been much of a Valentine’s Day fan, but these seem pretty appropriate …
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KCURMichael @radioheadradioguy.bsky.social · 10/02/2026
Bell Biv Devoe’s “Poison” being used in an Olympic skating competition? I am here for it.
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KCURMichael @radioheadradioguy.bsky.social · 09/02/2026
Ballgame.
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KCURMichael @radioheadradioguy.bsky.social · 03/02/2026
… and we are live!
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KCURMichael @radioheadradioguy.bsky.social · 27/01/2026
A look-behind-the-scenes update that should give everyone a better idea of the massive undertaking involved in moving two radio stations. Chris Prewitt, Stephen Steigman, Rachel Helling, and everyone else have been doing fantastic things. www.kcur.org/inside-kcur/...
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Eating the elephant: How KCUR moved 2 radio stations in one weekend
It turns out that disassembling, moving and then reassembling two whole radio stations in a month's time is no small feat. Still, with enough expert hands helping every step of the way, KCUR is gettin...
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Alex Knapp @thealexknapp.bsky.social · 26/01/2026
ICYMI, the most recent edition of my emerging tech newsletter I looked at the potential for some AI models to help find drugs for antibiotic resistant microbes--as well as the struggles other industries are having to see a good ROI from AI. Subscribe so you don't miss this week's edition!
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Alex Knapp @thealexknapp.bsky.social · 22/01/2026
In this week’s edition of my emerging tech newsletter, The Prototype, I looked at using AI to find new drugs, quantum biotechnology, the ROI of generative AI and more. www.forbes.com/sites/the-pr...
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These AI Models Might Take Down Superbugs
In this week’s edition of The Prototype, we look at using AI to find new drugs, quantum biotechnology, the ROI of generative AI and more.
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KCURMichael @radioheadradioguy.bsky.social · 23/01/2026
*TRAFFIC ALERT* In the Northland, northbound 435 at 210 is the site of a multi-vehicle accident that has traffic at a virtual standstill right now. Find an alternate route if you can, or be prepared to wait a while.
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KCURMichael @radioheadradioguy.bsky.social · 23/01/2026
With tomorrow being the final day of live broadcasting at 4825 Troost, I was asked if there would be one more #VinylFriday for the road - and the answer is "no" because we were originally supposed to be out of the studio today so I didn't plan one. HOWEVER ...
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KCURMichael @radioheadradioguy.bsky.social · 22/01/2026
The latest from KCUR, which hasn't changed much from before but this time you get on-scene video - including a brief cameo by yours truly if you watch closely. Stay warm this weekend, peeps. www.facebook.com/share/v/1D9e...
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Redirecting...
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Alex Knapp @thealexknapp.bsky.social · 21/01/2026
In this week's edition of our healthcare newsletter, InnovationRx, @amyfeldman7.bsky.social and I look at the New York city nurses’ strike, why Yann LeCun’s AI startup is focused on healthcare, Epic’s new predictive tools, and more. www.forbes.com/sites/innova...
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New York City Nurses And Hospitals Dig In During Strike's Second Week
In this week’s edition of InnovationRx, we look at why Yann LeCun’s AI startup is focused on healthcare, Epic’s new predictive tools, and more.
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KCURMichael @radioheadradioguy.bsky.social · 20/01/2026
Some updated Qs and As (and photos) regarding KCUR 89.3's rapidly-approaching move: www.kcur.org/inside-kcur/...
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Where are KCUR and Classical KC moving? Your relocation FAQs, answered
KCUR and Classical KC were given just over a month to vacate our longtime offices. Here's what we know so far about the move, and what we don't.
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KCURMichael @radioheadradioguy.bsky.social · 16/01/2026
A little preview of tonight's tenth annual The Band That Fell To Earth KC appearances at recordBar. A good time will be had by all! www.kcur.org/arts-life/20...
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Kansas City's annual David Bowie tribute marks 10 years since his death
The Band That Fell to Earth marks each anniversary of the performer’s death — and the band’s own founding — with two weekends of shows. The concert series at recordBar has become an annual tradition f...
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KCURMichael @radioheadradioguy.bsky.social · 12/01/2026
Eyes open, Lenexa-area people.
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Alex Knapp @thealexknapp.bsky.social · 09/01/2026
In this week's edition of my emerging tech newsletter, The Prototype, I took a look at building a virtual fusion plant to accelerate development, how AI might be used to find next-gen weight loss drugs, and a big development in quantum computing: the ability to save files.
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Nvidia And This Bill Gates-Backed Startup Are Building Fusion Power With AI
In this week’s edition of The Prototype, we look at building a virtual fusion power plant, a major quantum breakthrough, AI for drug discovery and more.
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KCURMichael @radioheadradioguy.bsky.social · 09/01/2026
Always fun to start your morning by hearing strange noises coming from your car while you're driving to work. That's just super.
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KCURMichael @radioheadradioguy.bsky.social · 06/01/2026
Because I've had some inquiries about the status of KCUR (and I appreciate the interest and concern very much, thank you all), here's the latest: www.linkedin.com/feed/update/...
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UMKC gives KCUR and others one month to leave 'deteriorating' Troost Avenue building | KCUR 89.3
Since our story about the need to vacate the building that houses KCUR, Classical KC and others by Jan. 31, we've had many questions from the community. Here's what we know (and don't know) so far: 📆...
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Alex Knapp @thealexknapp.bsky.social · 03/01/2026
Tesla is no longer the biggest EV manufacturer in the world. www.forbes.com/sites/siladi...
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Alex Knapp @thealexknapp.bsky.social · 03/01/2026
"The number of flu hospitalizations hit a record high in New York state Friday" www.forbes.com/sites/conorm...
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KCURMichael @radioheadradioguy.bsky.social · 01/01/2026
Just had my first Irish car bomb. Ever. Bring the weird, 2026! *hic*
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KCURMichael @radioheadradioguy.bsky.social · 01/01/2026
First shift of 2026 and I ended it with a Pee Wee Herman reference. Gonna be a weird year and I’m gonna lean into it. Come along for the ride. It won’t be dull.
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