Host Michael Mackie sits down with Dr. Eric Dorfman, CEO & President of the Linda Hall Library, to discuss the 80th anniversary of Linda Hall Library, their upcoming program and future strategic plans. Dr. Dorfman discusses the Arboretum and Arbor Day plans, the popularity of their sports analytics programs, including the upcoming program on soccer, and how he would like to see the Linda Hall Library become a 3-legged stool focusing on collections, public amenities and their own research within their organization. He also discusses Linda Hall Library's first gift shop, opening every Saturday instead of just once a month and how the new streetcar extension will make their organization more accessible to residents and visitors alike.

Host Michael Mackie sits down with Julián Zugazagoitia, CEO & President of The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art to discuss the expansion of the Museum with a new wing on the west end of their campus, with expanded spaces for education, performance, events and dining and which would be the biggest investment in arts in Kansas City. Julian will also discuss the impact of the Streetcar and the upcoming World Cup on the Nelson-Atkins Museum's attendance expansion plans.

Host Michael Mackie sits down with Rick Truman, CEO of the Folly Theater to discuss the Theater's 125th anniversary programming and the impact of the Streetcar for their theater attendees. Note: This episode was recorded prior to the recent break-in and vandalism that caused an estimated $750,000 in damage to the Folly Theater. The Folly is currently seeking community support for restoration efforts. Please consider donating at follytheater.org.