Nick Reed talks about a variety of topics in the news, including: Critical race theory in schools and universities: discussing how some leaders are influencing students Missouri nursing homes about COVID-19 vaccines Massive nursing home closures across the state What about droves of hospitals staffs? Lexi Locke with Springfield Symphony joins Nick for a quick chat: New season is coming up! The homecoming dance is happening this Saturday This weekend's performance is a concert of orchestral fireworks! The big concert of the season is happening this February! Find more information about the upcoming events here: http://www.springfieldmosymphony.org/