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Women die of heart disease at a rate far higher than men. Indeed, heart disease is the leading cause of death for women. An upcoming conference in Kansas City will focus on heart health, including prevention and treatment. Walt and Gina will welcome local organizers of the conference and a cardiologist to talk about how women can face down the threat. Self-Defense Recent reports of violence in the Waldo neighborhood have heightened awareness about the importance of safety and, in some cases, knowledge of self-defense. From martial arts to basic security steps, there is much information available to local residents seeking to be safe. Today, the Walt Bodine Show explores various approaches to self-defense in the Kansas City area. Changing Eating Habits with More Local Food Steve Kraske sits down with Otavio Silva, Sustainability Director for Good Natured Family Farms, Alan Hunt, principal of Local Food Strategies, and Alexis Delaney, director of the Guadaloupe Center's Plaza de Ninos Preschool for a discussion about the challenges of both eating well and accessing nutritious food. |
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 Kansas Moves to Outlaw Marijuana-Mimicking Incense(KCUR, 3-1-10) In most states marijuana remains illegal. But across the Kansas City region, some people wanting to get high are turning to a legal synthetic version. Now Kansas and some other states, including Missouri, are moving to ban the chemicals in these herbal blends. KCUR’s Elana Gordon has more on this relatively new trend and its uncertain future. |
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