On the Nov. 1 Friday LIVE at 9:59 a.m. CT, Genevieve Randall and guests have lively conversations about: the next exhibition at Gallery 9 in Lincoln; a UNK Opera production; WallSpace-LNK Fine Art Gallery's new exhibition; The Union for Contemporary Art's "Rise Up Theatre Festival"; and "Leonardo to AI: The Evolution of Art & Technology." Also, poetry from John Brehm, a look at Day of the Dead events and what's happening at the Benson Theater in Omaha.

On this week's Friday LIVE Extra podcast, previews of the next First Friday Jazz and Nebraska Chamber Players concerts.

On the Oct. 25 Friday LIVE, Genevieve Randall and guests have lively conversations about: Anvil Orchestra at The Ross; Bobby Gadoury and Sharon Kreimer Trio in Grand Island; Blixt Arts Lab's "Not Too Far Distant" performances; Lincoln Author Jeff Hill's “Dead Socials;" and Saturday and Sunday concerts by Lincoln’s Symphony Orchestra. Also: poetry from John Brehm; an art roundup featuring Hastings College faculty, photographer Matel Rokke, and portrait artist Edgar Jerins; and a look at the next Omaha Symphony concert.

On this week's Friday LIVE Extra podcast, a preview and "An Uncanny Halloween" at the Sheldon Museum of Art, Farmer Brown's Field of Scremas and The Moth Project.

On the Oct. 18 Friday LIVE, Genevieve Randall and guests have lively conversations about: Nebraska Storytelling Festival; "The Poetry of Grief, Gratitude, and Reverence;" OmniArts Nebraska's "Utilities Included;" Nebraska Brass concerts; Lincoln Friends of Chamber Music's Greenwood Quartet concert; Sandhills Symphony concert; and the story of Andy the Goose! Also, more poetry from Bianca Swift and a look at an author event with Scott Carpenter.

On this week's Friday LIVE Extra podcast, a preview of a concert in Wayne.

On the Oct. 11 Friday LIVE, Genevieve Randall and guests have lively conversations about: Nebraska Celebration of Books with author Allison Bitz; the winner of "One Book One Lincoln," Amanda Peters, author of “The Berry Pickers;" Nebraska Reptile Month and art contest; Neihardt's Sunday at the Museum in Fremont; Afrocon in Omaha; and the first Arts for the Soul concert of the season. Also, poetry from Bianca Swift and a look Barbara Simcoe’s exhibition at UNO.

On this week's Friday LIVE Extra podcast, a look at an exhibition at the Sheldon Museum of Art and a conversation with author Jeremi Suri, who is in Lincoln for a talk.

On the Oct. 4 Friday LIVE, Genevieve Randall and guests have lively conversations about: Ross Fright Fest; “Dave Calkins and Friends” concert at the West Nebraska Arts Center in Scottsbluff; Nebraska Rep's “The Importance of Being Earnest;" art exhibitions at the Norfolk Arts Center; Bluebarn Theatre's "Dracula: The Journal of Jonathan Harker;" and "Back to the Future: The Musical" at the Lied Center. Also, poetry from Bianca Swift and a look at the Shelterbelt Theatre's next production in Omaha.

On this week's Friday LIVE Extra podcast, a preview of the UNK Wind Ensemble concert and a look at the current exhibition at Gallery 9 in Lincoln.

On the Sept. 27 Friday LIVE, Genevieve Randall and guests have lively conversations about: Bel Canto Duo's new music and performance in North Platte; “Popol Vul: The Sacred Book of the Quiche through Illustration” at El Museo Latino; St. Paul First Friday concert Series with Julia Williams; new music from Hasan Khalil; a preview of a new production at Wayne State College; and the The Glenn Miller Orchestra in Scottsbluff. Also, poetry from Jerry Bockoven, a Ross film review and a preview of ArteLatinX in Omaha.

On this week's Friday LIVE Extra podcast, a preview of the next concert by Lincoln's Symphony Orchestra and a look at a new production in North Platte.

On the Sept. 20 Friday LIVE, Genevieve Randall and guests have lively conversations about: a preview of author Amy Tan's lecture in Lincoln; the Flatwater Film Festival in Seward; Beatrice Community Players' next show; Brad Colerick's show in Grand Island; the season opening concert by the Nebraska Chamber Players; and an obituary for Lincoln music icon Charlie Burton. Also, poetry from Jerry Bockoven and a look at a photography exhibition at UNO.

On this week's Friday LIVE Extra podcast, an art roundup featuring a preview of Artwalk Aurora, and looks at exhibitions at Constellation Studios and Blue Cat Gallery.

On the Sept. 13 Friday LIVE, Genevieve Randall and guests have lively conversations about: the season opening concert by Lincoln's Symphony Orchestra; Cypress Hill with the Omaha Symphony; Porch Jam 2024 in Lincoln; The Phil Collins Experience in Minden; Art on the Farm near York; Art in the Garden in Lincoln. Also, poetry from Jerry Bockoven and a look at events at the Benson Theatre in Omaha. On this week's Friday LIVE Extra podcast: poet Bruce Whitacre and author Alena Bruzas tell us what they have been up to and preview their Francie and Finch events; and we get previews of art exhibitions at the West Nebraska Arts Center in Scottsbluff and Tugboat Gallery in Lincoln.

On this week's Friday LIVE Extra podcast: poet Bruce Whitacre and author Alena Bruzas tell us what they have been up to and preview their Francie and Finch events; and we get previews of art exhibitions at the West Nebraska Arts Center in Scottsbluff and Tugboat Gallery in Lincoln.

Genevieve Randall has an extended conversation with Eric "Bobo" Correa from Cypress Hill, who'll be performing with the Omaha Symphony on September 17.

On the Sept. 6 Friday LIVE, Genevieve Randall and guests have lively conversations about: the next production by Nebraska Communities Playhouse in Hickman; Cattle Trails and Songs of The West in Auburn; Grow a Show Workshop in Lincoln; the next Nebraska Rep season at UNL; the reopening of the Joslyn Art Museum in Omaha; and “Liu Shiming: Life, Death & In-between” opens at UNL. Also, more poetry from Sarah McKinstry-Brown.

On this week's Friday LIVE Extra podcast, a preview of Yorkfest.

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On this week's Friday LIVE Extra podcast: a conversation with poet Kwame Dawes about his new collection "Sturge Town" and his event in Lincoln; and Nebraska Wesleyan's David Gracie talks with Bri Murphy about the new exhibition of Murphy's work at Elder Gallery.

On the Aug. 16 Friday LIVE at Nebraska Public Media, host Genevieve Randall and guests have lively conversations about: Jerry Bockoven's new book and event; Beef, Beans, and Bluegrass Festival in the Panhandle; new exhibitions at the Sheldon Museum of Art in Lincoln; Kenny Janak Orchestra in Grand Island; Lincoln Community Playhouse's production of “Anastasia;" and Harrison Boe's concert in Hickman. Also, some more poetry from Sarah McKinstry-Brown, a Ross film review and a look at a new art exhibition at 1516 Gallery in Omaha.

On the next Friday LIVE Extra podcast, a preview of "Summerfest" in Lincoln.

On the Aug. 9 Friday LIVE at Nebraska Public Media, host Genevieve Randall and guests have lively conversations about: "The Cabin: Catharsis in The Pandemic" from mixed media painter Raul Alejandro; Merryman Center's new season "The Jan Collective" by artist Jan Fox; Water Street Dance Milwaukee in Holdrege; Cyrus Jaffery's new memoir; and Colby Coash's new book and event. Also, some poetry from Sarah McKinstry-Brown from and a preview of Omaha Fringe Festival's “Of Darkness and Dreams.”

On the next Friday LIVE Extra podcast, discussions about OLLI's Open House and The Pathfinder Chorus's reunion concert.

On the August 2 Friday LIVE from the Ron Hull Studio, host Genevieve Randall and guests have lively conversations about: Tada Theatre's production of "The Great and Powerful Oz;" Nebraska Crossroads Music Festival; and Beatrice Community Players' "Alice By Heart." Also, new poetry from Ava Winter and musical performances by Nebraska Crossroads artists: Erik Higgins, Olga Smola and Valeri Tolstov; and Daniel Martinez, Oscar Rios and Stephen Cantarero.

On the next Friday LIVE Extra podcast, conversations with artist Wendy Weiss about her WallSpace-LNK installation and one of Outlandia music festival's co-founders.

On the July 26 Friday LIVE, host Genevieve Randall and guests have lively conversations about: Nebraska Humanities' “Weaving a Nation” Chautauqua in Norfolk; the happenings at The Most Unlikely Place in Lewellen; Lucas Kellison's new recording; Wessels Living History Theater and Live History Theater Company's presentation of "In Time;" and Yorkshire Theatre's production of "Because Their Hearts Were Pure." Also, poetry from Matt Mason and a look at the summer offerings at the Durham Museum in Omaha.

On the next Friday LIVE Extra podcast, a look at another "Dinner and a Show " and a conversation with author Glenda K. Clare.

On the July 19 Friday LIVE, host Genevieve Randall and guests have lively conversations about: Meadowlark Music Festival; Broadway Academy; Nebraska Communities Playhouse's production of "Grease;" GRRRL CAMP in Bellevue; Carlie Antes exhibition in Nebraska City; and Kusi Taki in Grand Island. Also, poetry from Matt Mason and a preview of this year's Jazz on the Green in Omaha.

On the next Friday LIVE Extra podcast, a conversation with author Gregg Jones about his new book and events and a look at art exhibitions in Minden and Scottsbluff.

On the July 12 Friday LIVE, host Genevieve Randall and guests have lively conversations about: TADASTOCK 5; author Laura Essay's new book; Angels Theatre Company's "First Flight Festival;" The Two Tracks in Brownville: The Metro Gallery's "Inward This, Outward That;" and "Disney’s Tarzan" at Pinewood Bowl. Also, poetry from Matt Mason and a look at a new production in Papillion.

On the next Friday LIVE Extra podcast, a conversations with pianists Paul Barnes and Eldred Marshall.

The next Friday LIVE Extra podcast looks at "Finding Art in Hard Times: New Deal Echoes in Kearney" at the Museum of Nebraska Art, and "Picturing the Midwest: Regionalist art and other representations of rural American life" at the Anna Bemis Palmer Museum.

On the June 28 Friday LIVE, host Genevieve Randall and guests have lively conversations about: the 2024-25 Nebraska Youth Poet Laureate Miranda Davis; Western and Wildlife Arts Show at Fort Robinson; Buffalo Soldiers of the American West Demonstration at Fort Robinson; 51st anniversary of The Zoo Bar is celebrated with ZooFest in Lincoln; Stars & Stripes Concert in Ord; United States Coast Guard Band in Lincoln; and the Lincoln Municipal Band opens its season. Also, hear poetry from Miranda Davis and get a look at "Table Grace: The Musical" in Omaha.

On the next Friday LIVE Extra podcast, the Fort Kearney Daughters of the American Revolution rebury a time capsule in Kearney. We'll take a look at what's going to be added to it this time.

On the June 21 Friday LIVE, host Genevieve Randall and guests have lively conversations about: Gallery Nine's "Things We Love;" Taylor Keen's new book; Flatwater Shakespeare's “Love’s Labor’s Lost;" Fort Cody Summer Music Series 2024; The Lark's new Executive Director Mickayla VanNatter; and LUX Center for the Arts and Constellation Studios "Surface Impressions." Also, hear poetry from Greg Kosmicki, learn about a photography exhibition in Omaha and a musical tribute to the late Jim Salestrom.

The next Friday LIVE Extra podcast looks at Blue Cat Gallery & Studio's two art exhibits and some Greenblatt & Seay events. Also, another musical tribute to the late Jim Salestrom.

On the June 14 Friday LIVE, host Genevieve Randall and guests have lively conversations about: OmniArts Nebraska's next production; Flatwater Music Festival; Lincoln Arts Festival; The Buffalo Commons Storytelling and Music Festival; and Concerts on the Creek. Also, poetry from Greg Kosmicki, a Ross film review and we meet illustrator and poet Karien Bredenkamp.

On the next Friday LIVE Extra podcast, looks at: The Norfolk Arts Center summer exhibition; the Grand Island Music Series; and the current production by the Beatrice Community Players.

On the June 7 Friday LIVE, host Genevieve Randall and guests have lively conversations about: the last Arts for the Soul concert of the season; the grand opening of the Japanese Hall in Gering; Chigozie Obioma talks about his new book and his event at Francie and Finch; Theatre West; Wagons West Celebration; SHOUT! – The Mod Musical; The Third Annual Juneteenth SteamPunk Tea Party; and Nebraska Storytelling Festival. Also, poetry from Greg Kosmicki and a look at the One Omaha Music Festival.

On the next Friday LIVE Extra podcast, conversations with NIck Talbott and author Rebecca Craig.

On the May 31 Friday LIVE, host Genevieve Randall and guests have lively conversations about: Jazz in June; National Willa Cather Center’s 69th Annual Spring Conference; Nebraska Jazz Orchestra's “A Salute to Duke Ellington;" On The Road with Nebraska Public Media; Aging Partners Dinner and a Show; and "Finding Nemo Jr." at the Nebraska Communities Playhouse in Hickman. Also, more poetry from Ae Hee Lee and a look at the next Omaha Symphony concert.

This week's Friday LIVE Extra podcast looks at a student art exhibit in Wayne and revisits a talk with artist Nathan Murray about his Malcolm X sculpture at the state capitol.

On the May 17 Friday LIVE , host Genevieve Randall and guests talk about: Salt Creek Song Festival; Bluebarn's new production; Nathan Murray's bust of Malcolm X that he created for the state capitol; The Fabulous Accordion Festival; Brad Balukjian's new book THE SIX PACK: On the Road in Search of WrestleMania; and Chadron Open Art. Also, poetry from Ae Hee Lee and a look at the next Omaha Symphony concert.

This week's Friday LIVE Extra podcast features an extended conversation with author Brad Balukjian.

On the May 10 Friday LIVE, host Genevieve Randall and guests talk about: Larksong Spring Festival; new exhibitions at Constellation Studios and West Nebraska Arts Center; Bob Hall's exhibition of his comic book art at Ming Toy Gallery; The Yorkshire Playhouse’s production of "The Cemetery Club;" Nebraska Wesleyan University Choirs concert; TADA’s Spring Sing Cabaret; University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s Symphony Orchestra concert; and Blixt Arts Lab production of "Foster." Also, poetry from Ae Hee Lee and a look at “The Disability Plays” at Benson Theatre.