I’m Your Neighbor
Sometimes what makes us unique is also what makes us similar. Flatland, KCPT’s digital magazine, is on a mission to better understand our fellow Kansas Citians through our new Youtube series, “I am Your Neighbor.” With thoughtful questions, we aim to make neighbors out of strangers, regardless of zip code.
What Makes You Laugh?
Oliver knows that to get through the day-to-day craziness that is life, sometimes you just have to find a reason to laugh. Every Tuesday and Thursday through spring of 2019, Flatland will share stories of Kansas City’s neighbors. Find them online here and on Flatland’s Youtube page — and don’t forget to subscribe.
How Did You Feel the Last Time You Failed?
On Feb. 9, 2019, more than 130 BritGram supporters gathered in the 1900 Building for KCPT’s annual teatime toast to all things British. We also spoke to some of our neighbors for our ongoing series, “I’m Your Neighbor.” Hear what Lori had to say about the last time she failed. Every Tuesday and Thursday through spring of…
Name Something That Will Always Make You Laugh
On Feb. 9, 2019, more than 130 BritGram supporters gathered in the 1900 Building for KCPT’s annual teatime toast to all things British. We also spoke to some of our neighbors for our ongoing series, “I’m Your Neighbor.” Hear what Thaylia had to say about what makes her laugh. Every Tuesday and Thursday through spring…
How Do You Deal With Challenges?
Brian has learned through failure and knows preparation and a drive to continue learning make daunting tasks seem doable. Learn how else Brian overcomes challenges, and get to know our Kansas City neighbors. Every Tuesday and Thursday through spring of 2019, Flatland will share stories of Kansas City’s neighbors. Find them online here and on Flatland’s Youtube page…
How Do You Stay Inspired?
Armond stays inspired by forcing himself out of his comfort zone. After traveling to various parts of the world, he says he learned to appreciate different cultures and that it has shaped his world view. “I get up and I go, and it’s not that bad,” he said. “Now that is how I get my…
What Holds You Back?
For Justin, his empathetic tendencies make it hard sometimes to focus on himself. “It’s like a gift and a curse,” he says. “It’s a double-edged sword — help everybody I want to help but then don’t help myself, you need a balance to that.” Every Tuesday and Thursday through spring of 2019, Flatland will share…
What Moves You Forward? | Susan, Milan and Becky
Susan brought her granddaughter, Milan, to TEDxKCWomen, to show her that “girls are great.” Becky is moved forward by the fear of dying and drive to “keep being young.” Flatland spoke to audience members at the TEDxKCWomen event on Dec. 1 at the Music Hall in downtown Kansas City, Missouri. We asked them what moves…
What Challenges You?
Harlan is an artist, a self-described struggling one. When he was a child and would fight with his brother, his mother would sit them down and have them draw a picture as a way to calm down. Each time, he says, his mother would say, “Well, that’s good, but it could be better.” Now, he’s…
What Moves You Forward? | Christina
Christina recently discovered conscious capitalism and shakti leadership, the former of which hinges on bringing love and understanding into the corporate world, and the latter of which is focused on the necessity of feminine energy in the workplace. These two beliefs have changed her life and continue to move her forward. Flatland spoke to audience members at the TEDxKCWomen event…
When’s the Last Time You Failed?
Anne, who works at the Children’s Center for the Visually Impaired in Kansas City, is a mom of two boys and says it’s easy for moms to feel like they fail everyday. When her boys, one of whom has special needs and is non-verbal, have a bad day, she said she worries she’s failed them….