Episodes

  • Within Reason with Mike Matson: Ryan Rafferty, KSU Johnson Cancer Research Center

    Within Reason with Mike Matson: Ryan Rafferty, KSU Johnson Cancer Research Center
    Jan 9 2026
    Cancer continues to be one of the leading cause of death in the United States, though this will not always be the case. As cancer research continues, we come closer and close to a cure. Heading up that effort is the Johnson Cancer Research center at Kansas State University. Today, Ryan Rafferty and Melissa Kirkwood with the Johnson Research center, join the show to talk about what services the center provides, and how their job is improving your life.
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    46 mins
  • Within Reason with Mike Matson: Jayme Minton + Peter Oppelt

    Within Reason with Mike Matson: Jayme Minton + Peter Oppelt
    Jan 8 2026
    As the new Manhattan City Council members are sworn in, it's still important to look back at the past election and unpack the unelected candidates thoughts. Incumbents Jayme Minton and Peter Oppelt join the show today to talk about their campaign strategy, why they think they lost, and what's next for them.
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    46 mins
  • Within Reason with Mike Matson: Rep. Megan Steele (R-Manhattan)

    Within Reason with Mike Matson: Rep. Megan Steele (R-Manhattan)
    Jan 7 2026
    As the 2026 legislative session begins, there are a lot of issues being put in front of Kansans. Kansas State Representative, Megan Steele, joins the show to talk about how she plans to tackle upcoming legislation including redistricting, state water use, and pressing cultural issues.
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    46 mins
  • Within Reason with Mike Matson: Susan Metzger, Manhattan, Daughters of the American Revolution

    Within Reason with Mike Matson: Susan Metzger, Manhattan, Daughters of the American Revolution
    Jan 6 2026
    After the founding in 1890, the Daughters of the American Revolution have been working to promote Historic Preservation, Education, and Patriotism across the United States. Today, Susan Metzger, a leader at the foundation, talks about her involvement with the DAR and how she works to progress the goals of the foundation.
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    46 mins
  • Within Reason with Mike Matson: Cathy Dawes Scroggs, former KMAN News Director

    Within Reason with Mike Matson: Cathy Dawes Scroggs, former KMAN News Director
    Jan 5 2026
    With media rapidly changing, it's important to look back and remember where we came from. Former KMAN News Director Cathy Dawes Scroggs joins the show to share how she's enjoying life since retiring, as well as her new podcast she puts on once a week.
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    46 mins
  • Within Reason with Mike Matson: Brian Peete, Riley County Police Department Director

    Within Reason with Mike Matson: Brian Peete, Riley County Police Department Director
    Jan 2 2026
    Law enforcement exists to maintain public order, and that job has evolved over the years. Riley County Police Department Director, Brian Peete, joins the show today to talk about how the department is adapting to a booming town, and where we can expect growth designed to adapt to the increase in population.
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    46 mins
  • Within Reason with Mike Matson: Tracy Frederick, Kansas School Board Resource Center

    Within Reason with Mike Matson: Tracy Frederick, Kansas School Board Resource Center
    Dec 31 2025
    The Kansas School Board Resource Center is here to serve the school boards of Kansas, in an effort to provide the best opportunities for students. Tracy Fredrick, the executive director at the resource center, visits with superintendents and teachers so that they can make the best policy decisions, and provide the most up-to-date training.
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    46 mins
  • Within Reason with Mike Matson: Lisa Isaacson, Childcare Business Initiative

    Within Reason with Mike Matson: Lisa Isaacson, Childcare Business Initiative
    Dec 30 2025
    The Flint Hills area has been struggling with providing childcare at an affordable price. Today's guest is Lisa Isaacson, the executive director of the Childcare Business Initiative and Flint Hills Community Accelerator. Isaacson joins the show today to share how the whole project is moving along, and what to expect from the growing community center.
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    46 mins