The Forum

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The Forum

The Forum is a platform for the discussion of significant issues. Guest speakers typically focus on issues of political, social justice, moral, educational and artistic significance. Each presentation is followed by questions and discussion.

  1. SEP 28

    The Transformative Power of Pain (Rebroadcast)

    SuEllen Fried leads the second part of All Souls' series of events spotlighting youth suicide prevention. Fried is the author of four books on bullying, founder of BullySafeUSA and the President Emeritus for Prevent Child Abuse America. Her latest book is Siblings: Bullying, Betrayal and Bonding Across the Lifespan. (Rebroadcast from 5/11/23)

    58 min

  2. SEP 28

    The Road to Hope for Jackson County Children (rebroadcast)

    Jackson County Children’s Services Fund board members Ann Mesle and Judy Morgan will talk about how the fund and its partners combine care, connections and creativity to provide hope against child poverty, abuse and neglect by promoting children’s mental health and social-emotional well being. (Rebroadcast from 1/26/23)

    58 min

  3. SEP 8

    Suicide: What to Say and Not Say to a Loss Survivor (Rebroadcast)

    A death by suicide is like no other. Mickey and Bonnie Swade, founders of Suicide Awareness Survivors Support (SASS-MoKan), and Marcia Epstein, survivor of suicide losses, will talk about the challenges of knowing when and how to comfort a suicide loss survivor. (Rebroadcast from 12/21/2023)

    58 min

  4. SEP 8

    Signs of Suicide: Gatekeeper Training (Rebroadcast)

    Michelle Irwin, Community Outreach Specialist with First Call Kansas City discusses how to provide tools to help identify the signs and symptoms of depression and suicide in youth.  (Rebroadcast from 4/27/2023)

    58 min

  5. AUG 26

    Conversations that Count: Finding Power and Peace in Charting Your End-of-life Journey (Rebroadcast)

    Angela Schultz and Ben Griffiths of Compassion and Choices will discuss end-of-life options and the importance of documenting your wishes, having conversations with your loved ones, and your healthcare provider. She will also share resources to help you chart an end of life experience to match your values, priorities, and beliefs. (Rebroadcast from February 2, 2024)

    58 min

  6. AUG 19

    Pawsperity: Unleashing Human Potential (Rebroadcast)

    Natasha Herdman created Pawsperity because she believes in a two-generation, “all-in” approach to breaking the cycle of poverty. Basic needs for food and shelter must be met before a parent can guide children through school and out of poverty. A living-wage, family-flexible career for the parent is key.  Go to https://pawsperity.org to learn more. (Rebroadcast from May 7, 2024)

    58 min

  7. JUL 26

    Demanding Gun Sense in America (Rebroadcast)

    Stephanie Godfroy, the local leader of Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense in America, discusses recent issues in gun control and the passion behind the Moms' demands.  She will discuss the organization, their goals and means of fulfilling them.  She will also offer tips on how to participate and support the goals of the organization: gun safety. (rebroadcast from May 21, 2024)

    58 min

  8. JUN 7

    40 Years of Fighting Fascism and What the Future Holds (rebroadcast)

    Devin Burghart is president of the Institute for Research and Education on Human Rights and coordinates the Seattle office. He has researched, written, and organized on virtually all facets of contemporary white nationalism since 1992, and is internationally recognized for this effort. (Rebroadcast of All Souls Forum from December 14, 2023)

    58 min
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The Forum is a platform for the discussion of significant issues. Guest speakers typically focus on issues of political, social justice, moral, educational and artistic significance. Each presentation is followed by questions and discussion.

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  • Creator
    KKFI 90.1 FM Kansas City Community Radio
  • Years Active
    2013 - 2024
  • Episodes
    376
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    Clean
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