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Wheat's On Your MindWOYM - Four Crops, One Mission: How Kansas Agriculture Stays StrongIn this special round-table edition of Wheat’s On Your Mind, host Aaron Harries welcomes the CEOs of Kansas Wheat, Corn, Soybeans, and Sorghum — Justin Gilpin, Josh Roe, Caleb Little, and Adam York. Together, they unpack how Kansas’ checkoff and grower associations function, where the dollars go, and how their unified efforts help strengthen markets, research, and advocacy for farmers across the state.From tackling low commodity prices to building new international markets and investing in next-generation crop research, these leaders share candid perspectives on what’s working — and what’s keeping them up at night. They also...
2025-10-1455 min
Kansas City MomCastShaping the Future of Children’s Theater with The Coterie’s Khalia Davis Philp | Kansas City MomCast Episode 90In this episode, we sit down with Khalia Davis Philp, Producing Artistic Director of The Coterie Theatre in Kansas City. Khalia is a multidisciplinary artist, director, and producer whose journey has taken her from Broadway workshops to children’s theaters across the country. In our conversation, she shares the inspirations, mentors, and opportunities that shaped her path, how she came to lead The Coterie, and what it means to center inclusion, creativity, and accessibility in youth-focused theater.
Khalia co-leads The Coterie with the managing director, helping guide its performances and programs throughout the Kansas City region. Before taking on that ro...
2025-10-1449 minKansas City MomCastMaximizing College Savings with Kansas State Treasurer Steven Johnson | Kansas City MomCast Sponsored EpisodeThis podcast is sponsored by Learning Quest.
As parents, we all want to set our children up for success—but when it comes to planning for their education, the options can feel overwhelming. One powerful tool to consider is a 529 account, which allows you to invest in your child’s future education no matter what path they choose.
In this episode, we’re joined by Kansas State Treasurer Steven Johnson, an expert on 529 programs and the Kansas Learning Quest® plan. He shares insights on how families can make the most of these accounts and confidently plan for their children’s education...
2025-09-3016 min
Sorghum State PodcastKansas Sorghum's International Trade Teams Mega-EpisodeThis month on the Sorghum State Podcast, Maddy Meier and Adam York dive into all things sorghum market advancement, starting with the Kansas Grain Sorghum Commission’s FY26 budget. From supporting research and education to wrapping up the original Collaborative Sorghum Investment Program (CSIP), the Commission is keeping Kansas growers equipped for today while investing in tomorrow’s innovations.Maddy and Adam also recap the Sorghum Connection Field Day Series, which brought more than 170 attendees across three Kansas locations together for hands-on demos, ag insights, and farmer-to-farmer learning. Even if you missed the summer events, the Winter Series is co...
2025-09-2923 min
Artspeak RadioArtspeak Radio + Kansas Womens Conference, Whim Productions, & KC HospiceArtspeak Radio, Wednesday, October 1, 2025, 9am -10am CST, 90.1fm KKFI Kansas City Community Radio, streaming live audio www.kkfi.org
Guest Producer/host John Todd welcomes comedian Janell Banks, Devon Plumberg, Kansas City Hospice, and Kevin King founder/director Whim Productions and Taylor Rivera.
DEVON PLUMBERG & JANELL BANKS- Join us for our 2nd Annual Kansas Conference for Women on October 16, 2025. Our mission is to create affordable experiences for relatable women, close to home. Since 2019, our volunteers have created an annual SOLD-OUT event that brings together as many as 300 guests of all backgrounds. The conference features compelling local speakers, and opportunities...
2025-09-251h 00
Wheat's On Your MindWOYM - Farm to Pharma: Biotech Roots in Rural KansasTritica Biosciences, a rural Kansas startup founded by Brandi and Dr. Chris Miller, is turning heads—and wheat germ—into revolutionary biotech. Backed by a $29 million grant from ARPA-H, their mission is to create shelf-stable, cell-free protein synthesis platforms using Kansas-grown wheat. Imagine insulin production powered by wheat embryos, all done on-site and without needing traditional bioreactors. It’s happening just east of Manhattan, Kansas.What began in a 100-square-foot lab in a converted barn is now a scalable biotech enterprise with a 10,000+ square-foot facility, multiple partners, and global potential. In this episode of Wheat’s On Your...
2025-09-1634 min
The MovementThis YMCA Program Is Transforming Immigrant Stories in Kansas CityDiscover how the YMCA's New American Welcome Center in Kansas City is transforming immigrant lives through community, belonging, and support. In this episode, we highlight the North Kansas City YMCA and its work as a New American Welcome Center, supporting one of the most diverse populations in the Kansas City metro. Hear powerful stories of immigrant integration, community belonging, and youth development that show how the YMCA builds bridges across cultures. Welcome to The Movement! Join us as we celebrate 165 years of impact with the YMCA of Greater Kansas City.
2025-09-0425 minKansas City MomCastEmily Bordner of EB and Co on Balance and Believing in Your Brand | Kansas City MomCast Episode 86In this episode, we’re joined by Kansas City entrepreneur Emily Bordner, founder and creative director of EB and Co., a modern accessories brand known for its effortless, elevated designs that spark confidence and celebrate individuality.
We talk about the early days of building her brand from scratch, what sparked the initial idea, and how her pop-up shops turned into a thriving business. Emily shares the reality of juggling motherhood with entrepreneurship and the pivotal moment she realized EB and Co. was really taking off—yes, there’s a Taylor Swift story!
Emily’s journey began back in 2012 when she couldn’t...
2025-08-0550 min
Cool Coffee w/ Kansas PrincipalsCC#70: Debriefing the 2025 USA-Kansas ConferenceIn this episode of Cool Coffee with Kansas Principals, host Rick Sola welcomes back familiar guests, as well as a couple new guests, to reflect on the recent USA Kansas Conference (2025). The conversation highlights key takeaways from the conference, including the importance of networking, effective leadership strategies, and the role of student leadership in shaping school culture. The principals share their insights on effective delegation, the challenges of leadership, and the significance of taking time to recharge during the summer.
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00:00 Introduction and Guest Introductions
01:33 Reflections on USA...
2025-06-0535 minKansas City MomCastGolden Scoop: Ice Cream With a Mission | Kansas City MomCast Episode 82We are here on today's episode with the team from the Golden Scoop, Lindsey Krumbholz, Kim Manford, and Golden Scooper, Jill Witwer. The Golden Scoop is a local ice cream and coffee shop (now with two locations) with the mission of providing meaningful employment for people with developmental disabilities.
It’s one of those places where you go and are instantly in a better mood because of it. We hope this interview has the same effect!
Lindsay Krumbholz is Golden Scoop's Chief Mission Officer. She graduated from Saint Thomas Aquinas High School in Overland Park, Kansas and has a degree in...
2025-05-1929 min
Wichita Kansas Stake PodcastNew Series Trailer - Elevated Perspectives: Stories of Faith from Latter-day Saints in KansasOn 24 June 1962, a significant milestone was reached in the spiritual landscape of Kansas. The Wichita Kansas Stake of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints was officially organized, marking the establishment of the first stake headquartered within Kansas and the 355th stake of the Church. This event was presided over by President Joseph Fielding Smith and Elder Howard W. Hunter of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles.The creation of the Wichita Kansas Stake not only signified organizational growth but also reflected the deepening roots of the Church in our area. It stands as...
2025-05-0703 minKansas City MomCastBecoming Dr. Seuss with Alastair Heim | Kansas City MomCast Episode 80We all know the story of Dr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas. But, did you know a Kansas City dad is responsible for the Grinch's story sequel?
On today's episode, we are visiting with author Alastair Heim, who now writes under the Dr. Seuss name, as well as his own. He is the author of 20 children’s books including the #1 NY Times Best Selling official sequel to How the Grinch Stole Christmas, How the Grinch Lost Christmas. Alastair is also a husband and father and lives here in Kansas City.
Meet Alastair Heim
My name is Alastair Heim and I...
2025-04-2148 minKansas City MomCastWorking Toward a More Inclusive KC | Kansas City MomCast Episode 78In honor of Autism Acceptance month, we are talking with two powerhouse Kansas City moms who are sharing their work to support parents in the neurodiverse community and efforts toward making Kansas City a more inclusive place. We hope you are inspired by their stories and advocacy.
Ivory Duncan
Ivory Duncan is a dedicated single mother living in Kansas City, Missouri. She is raising her seven-year-old son, Caleel, who has autism. As a former Assistant Principal and Education Consultant, Ivory has always been passionate about supporting neurodiverse young people and training teachers on equity, inclusiveness, and anti-racism. However, it wasn't...
2025-04-0754 min
Kansas CanopyThe History of Trees in KansasIn this episode of the Kansas Canopy Podcast, guestRyan Armbrust, the Rural Forestry Program Coordinator, takes us on a captivating journey through Kansas’ surprising and often overlooked history of trees. From the fossilized hackberry leaves that date back millions of years to the stories of early settlers navigating the state's changing landscapes, Ryan uncovers the deep-rooted connection between trees and the history of the land. He reveals unexpected tales, like how Texas invaded Kansas in 1843 and how steamboats once relied on the Arkansas River. Whether you’re a longtime Kansan or new to the state, Ryan’s insights will leave...
2025-03-0547 minKansas City MomCastSpring Break Ideas for Kansas City Families | Kansas City MomCast Episode 76If you haven't planned for Spring Break yet, now is the time! This episode includes ideas for drivable trips, staycation ideas, and some outside the box ideas for Kansas City families.
Road Trips
Kansas City may be landlocked, but when it comes to vacations and long weekends there is no lack of fun places for families ready to hit the road! We’ve rounded up over 20 vacation spots within a 5-hour drive of Kansas City as well as information about the length of the drive, things to do when you get there, and trip reports we’ve written over the year...
2025-02-2433 min
Health in the 34thThe 2025 Kansas Legislative Session Begins Happy New Year! The 2025 Kansas Legislative Session began this week, so in this episode we do a deep dive into who will be setting laws in Kansas after last fall's elections. We are thrilled to welcome our colleague Sean Gatewood, who specializes in advocacy work, to give us his detailed insights.In this episode we cover:Who are the key Kansas legislators in setting the agenda in the House and Senate?What committees are most likely to hear health policy and who sit on those committees?How can advocates get a head start in advocating for...
2025-01-1539 min
The Kansas BHA PodcastEpisode 119- Kansas Outdoor Heritage Alliance- with Kansas Bowhunters AssociationKansas BHA board members Marshal Loftus and Kurt Ratzlaff sit down with Jamie Howater and Shawn Harding from the Kansas Bowhunters Association to discuss a new alliance of "Hook & Bullet" groups here in Kansas. Kansas Outdoor Heritage Alliance is a group of 14 (and growing) hunting and fishing based groups. The goal of KOHA is to make the voice of average hunters and anglers heard in Kansas both at the legislative and commission level. contact Kansas BHA at kansas@backcountryhunters.org Check out the Kansas Bowhunters Association
2025-01-131h 33Kansas City MomCastWhy Kansas City Is The Best | Kansas City MomCast Episode 71We all know Kansas City is THE BEST. Our guest is Kyle Talbot; you may recognize him from his social media channels, Moving to KC, where he covers all things Kansas City and real estate. He was recently crowned the hype man of KC by mayor Quinton Lucas so he is obviously the real deal. We discuss KC's rise in popularity, why it's such a great place to raise a family, the Royals stadium debate, and how Kansas City is having its moment!
Meet Kyle Talbot
Kyle grew up in Kansas City and moved to Denver for nine years. He...
2024-11-1132 min
Health in the 34thKansas Health is BackslidingIn 1991, Kansas was ranked 8th in the nation in health factors, according to the longest-running state-by-state analysis, America's Health Rankings. In the 2023 report, which was released this summer, Kansas now ranks 29th. In 2014, In this episode we examine various health factors in the report to look for the trends and reasons why health in Kansas is backsliding. What is Kansas doing right, and what do we need to improve upon?We also look at how the United States compares to other countries, and how national improvements may not necessarily translate into state improvements....
2024-11-0644 min
I AM NAMI Kansas#4 - How to Improve Mental Health in the Kansas Justice SystemWelcome back to "I Am NAMI Kansas," the podcast where we explore mental health topics with a local focus. In this episode, we delve deep into the critical intersection of the criminal justice system and mental health in Kansas, revealing the challenges and opportunities within our local jails and prisons.Join us as we discuss the significant mental health issues facing incarcerated individuals across the state with a range of experts and firsthand accounts. Our guests include Itzel, a NAMI Kansas employee from Western Kansas, who will share insights on the Assisted Outpatient Treatment program...
2024-04-171h 00The Kansas BHA PodcastEpisode 106 - Kansas Legislation & Bills 101Important Episode for Kansas Outdoors! Marshal, Kurt, and Kyle sit down with Sean Miller, a Kansas Legislative Lobbyist to discuss how legislative bills work their way through the Kansas legislative system and what bills outdoorsmen and women need to be paying attention to in Kansas. We found this very informative and hope you do too! Please contact your legislators regarding the bills below! Contact us at kansas@backcountryhunters.org for any questions or comments! HB 2541 - State Conservation Fund HB 2582 - KDWP Commission Selection Process (House Version)...
2024-02-162h 23
I AM NAMI Kansas#1 - Introducing NAMI Kansas: Leading the Conversation by Kansans for KansasIn our inaugural episode, we delve into the heart of NAMI Kansas, exploring its roots, mission, and the life-changing impact it has on individuals and communities across the state. Join host Isaac as he converses with Dr. Sherry Vaughn, unveiling the organization's vision and the innovative "front porch" approach to mental health advocacy.Witness the power of personal stories with heartfelt discussions featuring Stacey and SJ, whose real-life experiences with NAMI Kansas bring hope and understanding to the forefront. As we look ahead to 2024, we tease the exciting developments on the horizon, including a mental health summit...
2024-01-1536 min
Kansas CanopyFinding Sawmills and Timber Buyers in KansasUtilization and Marketing Forester Dave Bruton shares the important considerations landowners need to know before selling their timber. He also includes information about locating sawmills in Kansas and resources to assist landowners and timber buys in their transactions.
Kansas Timber Buyer List: https://www.kansasforests.org/forest_products/
Kansas Sawmill List: https://www.kansasforests.org/forest_products/
Marketing Kansas Timber: https://bookstore.ksre.ksu.edu/pubs/c542.pdf
2023-10-0419 minKansas City MomCastThe Growing Pediatric Mental Health Crisis | Kansas City MomCast Sponsored EpisodeThis episode is sponsored by Children's Mercy Kansas City.
Children's Mercy Kansas City sees roughly 24 children in its emergency rooms every day for a mental health crisis, and more than 3,000 children and teens were assessed just last year for a mental health need. In response to this growing need, Children’s Mercy Kansas City is investing $150 million into a new pediatric mental health initiative. Dr. Sarah Beals-Erickson, Director of Psychology Services and Clinical Psychologist at Children’s Mercy Kansas City is here to discuss their new initiative and the ways they are addressing this need in our community.
Meet Dr. Sara...
2023-08-2135 min
SportsBeat KCPodcast: Kansas State makes a bold statement with Chris Klieman’s new contractDid Kansas State football coach Chris Klieman sign a coach-for-life contract? Eight years, $44 million is about as long-term as it can get, and with the Wildcats becoming off a Big 12 championship season it seems like a bargain for the Wildcats.On today’s SportsBeat KC, The Star’s daily sports podcast, beat writer Kellis Robinett breaks down the deal and discusses not only the contract terms but where it ranks among Big 12 coaches and the statement Kansas State and Klieman made with the agreement.Also, Robinett provides the latest on the men’s basketball transfer portal...
2023-05-1631 minSportsBeat KCPodcast: Star writers drill down on Chiefs’ NFL Draft performance...and Kansas City’sThis week on SportsBeat KC, The Star’s sports podcast, we’ve heard from Chiefs owner and CEO Clark Hunt, general manager Brett Veach, and Kansas City Sports Commission president Kathy Nelson about the NFL Draft in Kansas City.Now, let’s hear from The Star’s Chiefs coverage crew. Columnists Sam McDowell and Vahe Gregorian along with beat writer Jesse Newell share their thoughts on the Chiefs’ strategy and suggest how the rookie class might fare this season. It has a big task ahead if it’s to top last year’s rookie class success.After a brea...
2023-05-0341 minSportsBeat KCPodcast: Bill comes due for Kansas State success and ‘Cats will happily pay priceThe price for success in college sports can be expressed through coaches contracts. Kansas State is happily in the process of paying that price.After a football season led by Chris Klieman that included the first Big 12 championship in a decade, and a men’s basketball season that had the Wildcats, picked last in the conference, that extended to the Elite Eight under first-year coach Jerome Tang, it’s time for K-State to show its gratitude.Klieman and Tang are in line for extensions and raises that should lift them into the upper half of Big...
2023-04-1933 minKansas City MomCastThe NFL Draft Comes to Kansas CityAs many of you know, the NFL draft is in our city this month! We are invited to join the three-day event which will take place April 27-29 across Kansas City’s iconic Union Station, the National WWI Museum and Memorial, and the Downtown Kansas City area.
Bringing the Draft to to Kansas City was a long process. The Greater Kansas City Sports Commission and Foundation played a huge part in making this happen lead by CEO and president, Kathy Nelson. Kathy was recently named as Missouri’s Woman of the Year by USA Today for her influence in bringing the F...
2023-04-1025 min
Cold Case Kansas: A Social Detective PodcastUnsolved Nelson Jones Hope, KansasNelson Jones of Hope, Kansas begs his parents to stay home while the rest of the family goes to Wichita for the day. Even though it’s his first time staying by himself they agree. Hope, Kansas is a town where everyone knows everyone what could be the harm? That choice on
October 27, 1990, impacts this family & the town of Hope, Kansas still today. Who would want to hurt an 11 year old boy?
Trailer:CoffeeNCrimePodcast & DarkTalesFromTheRoadPodcast
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2023-03-1832 minSportsBeat KCPodcast: Kansas’ NCAA title defense filled with obstacles in West, not Midwest pathKansas starts defense of its NCAA Tournament championship on a similar spot on the bracket, as a No. 1 seed. But the Jayhawks start the quest from the West instead of the Midwest Region.On today’s SportsBeat KC, beat writers Gary Bedore and Shreyas Laddha discuss all things KU from the health of Coach Bill Self, who missed the Big 12 tournament with a cardiac episode, to the availability of defensive standout Kevin McCullar to how the team displayed superb and disappointing play in Kansas City last weekend.Also, just how did Kansas, with the best re...
2023-03-1334 minSportsBeat KCWhat awaits top-seeded Kansas Jayhawks at Big 12 tournament? A loaded field: PodcastKansas enters the Big 12 men’s tournament as the top seed as the first-place finisher of the regular season, but the Jayhawks will have a difficult path if they’re to repeat as champion.It’s possible for KU and many other teams in the field to meet only opponents that NCAA Tournament bound this week at T-Mobile Center. That’s how good the Big 12 was this year.Kansas enters the event coming off a loss at Texas, the tournament’s No. 2 seed. The Jayhawks will open the tournament on Thursday at 2 p.m., against the winner...
2023-03-0832 minKansas City MomCastKansas City's New Inclusive Airport TerminalKansas City's new airport terminal features are unique to our city with an intentional focus on inclusivity and accessibility for all people and families. We invited Deborah Wiebrecht, the executive director of Variety KC, to discuss how this airport plays into her larger goals of making Kansas City the most inclusive city in the world.
Check out our guide to the Family Friendly Features at the New Airport!
Meet Deborah Wiebrecht
Deborah is the Chief Inclusion Officer for Variety Children's Charity of Kansas City.
She is passionate about including the special needs population in our community and loves Kansas City's...
2023-03-0634 min
Health in the 34thBehavioral Health in KansasA recent report from the Kansas Health Institute shows that KanCare expansion would provide direct financial benefits to behavioral health providers in Kansas, but would also have indirect benefits like fewer children entering the Kansas foster care system due to neglect and reduced rates of arrest and re-arrest in the criminal justice system. Guests Sonja W. Bachus, Community Care Network of Kansas; Phillip Steiner, Kansas Health Institute, and Kyle Kessler, Association of Community Mental Health Centers of Kansas, discuss the implications of this report.
2023-02-0938 minSportsBeat KCHear Jerome Tang’s message to Kansas State fansThe Sunflower Showdown, Part I, is tonight when Kansas visits Kansas State and it’s everything you’d want in a Big 12 game: a pair of ranked teams–KU is No. 2, K-State No. 13–ESPN coverage, what should be incredible atmosphere.Speaking of atmosphere, first-year Wildcats Coach Jerome Tang would like to see things toned down a bit at Bramlage Coliseum. Show love for Kansas State more than hate for Kansas, is the message.You’ll hear that suggestion on today’s SportsBeat KC with beat writer Kellis Robinett. We also discuss a game that could loom large i...
2023-01-1733 minThe Kansas BHA PodcastEpisode 78 - Trash in the Kansas RiverSo Kurt and I talk with Dawn Buehler, Kansas River Keeper, about trash and clean-ups related to the Kansas River. Come to find out, unlike meatloaf, not all trash was thought to be bad at one time. It was used in what was thought to be a good way. We talk about the trash, tires, and other items in the Kansas River and the progress being made to clean the Kansas River up.
2023-01-031h 10
Eco Radio KCWater Affordability in Kansas City, KansasTy Gorman joins host Craig Lubow to discuss the lack of transparency at the Board of Public Utilities in Kansas City, Kansas, including the lack of affordable water in Kansas […]
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2022-12-2655 minSportsBeat KCOne of the next stops for World Cup, Kansas CityMoments after Argentina’s game-winning penalty kick hit the back of the net to defeat France in the World Cup final, thoughts turned to the next World Cup, the 2026 event to be held in 16 North American cities, including Kansas City.On today’s SportsBeat KC podcast, Star columnists Vahe Gregorian and Sam McDowell sat down with three Kansas City officials who attended the World Cup in Qatar: Kansas City Sports Commission and VisitKC president Kathy Nelson, Kansas City deputy city manager and executive director of convention and entertainment facilities of Kansas City Kimiko Gilmore, and Joe Reardon, Grea...
2022-12-2032 minKansas City MomCastThe Best of Holidays in Kansas CityThis episode of Kansas City MomCast is packed with all you need to know to experience the best of the holidays in Kansas City! Join us for a festive and information packed episode. We discuss local light displays, events and shows, where to see Santa, where to volunteer and more! For everything you need to know in KC for the holidays, check out our Ultimate Guide to the Holidays in Kansas City!
For everything you need to know in KC for the holidays, check out our Ultimate Guide to the Holidays in Kansas City!
And while the holidays can seem al...
2022-11-2100 min
Pathways to Rural Prosperity with Don MackeNetWork Kansas’ Entrepreneurship Community Partnership Best in Class in Rural AmericaNetWork Kansas (created in 2004) is most likely North America’s most robust, longest running and highest impact statewide community-centered entrepreneurial ecosystem-building initiative. Central to NetWork Kansas’ remarkable sustained level of entrepreneurial deal flow is its Entrepreneurship (E-) Community Partnership, launched in 2007. Erik Pedersen, President and COO, leads NetWork Kansas’ E-Community Program that now saturates many of both Kansas’ rural and, increasingly, distressed urban communities. NetWork Kansas’ Entrepreneurship Community Partnership is best in class and offers inspiration and learning opportunities for both rural and urban communities.
2022-11-1528 minSportsBeat KCPreviewing Kansas State at TCU with beat writersThis Big 12 game of the year every week is getting fun. This week it’s No. 17 Kansas State at No. 8 TCU in a game that matches the league’s two undefeated teams.Today’s SportsBeat KC might as well SportsBeat KC/DFW because we’re talking to the beat writers for both teams, Steven Johnson, who covers the Horned Frogs for the Fort Worth Star-Telegram, and Kellis Robinett of the WIchita Eagle and Kansas City Star. He’s a long time Kansas State beat writer.They break down the game, sharing their thoughts on what’s happened s...
2022-10-1926 minSportsBeat KCWeek 2 of the NFL season brings us one of the biggest matchups we’ll see all season: L.A. Chargers at Kansas City Chiefs in prime-time from GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium.Can a Week 2 game be season-defining? It can when it’s the six-time AFC West champion Kansas City Chiefs playing host to what many believe is the top challenger in the Los Angeles Chargers.It’s been a crazy series recently. The home team has lost the last four meetings and seven of the last eight in the series (with one game played in Mexico City).On today’s SportsBeat KC, beat writers Herbie Teope and Jesse Newell join columnist Sam McDowell to break down the game from a Chiefs’ angle. What does Kansas City need to...
2022-09-1447 minKansas City MomCastBest of Fall in Kansas CityFall is here! There is so much to do in fall in Kansas City that sometimes it's hard to know where to begin. Join guest co-host and Kansas City Mom Collective contributor, Valerie Stark, as we chat all things fall in Kansas City.
We will also have a quick health segment with a child life specialist, Catherine Coakley, from Overland Park Regional Medical Center on tricks to give kids medicine.
All of the events and ideas discussed on our episode today can be found in our fall guide. Tag us online @kansascitymomcollective and tell us what fall things you're up t...
2022-09-1253 min
The ForumTasting the Past: Exploring Kansas Food MemoriesLouise Hanson, local librarian, activist, and collector of Kansas cookbooks (>500) recognized that food helps Kansas settlers maintain connections with their diverse countries of origin. Her presentation, “Tasting the Past: Exploring Kansas Food Memories,” was featured by Humanities Kansas.
2022-08-2352 min
Kansas CanopyYeah, We’ve Got Trees in Kansas.When you work for the Kansas Forest Service in state that is known for wide open prairies, you get used to people saying – wait, you have trees in Kansas? Yeah, we have trees, but there is much more to the agency than trees. Kansas Forest Service staff are the roots that support the agency and provide service to all Kansans. In the first ever episode of the Kansas Forest Service Podcast, members of the staff explore the relevance of public service in their lives and how it relates to their passion for forestry and conservation. Learn more at KansasForests.or...
2022-07-0530 minSportsBeat KCFIFA World Cup 2026 next steps now Kansas City’s focus: SportsBeat KC podcastKansas City will host games in the world’s largest sporting event, the World Cup. Amazing.Dozens of U.S. cities wanted in, 11 were selected. With three in Mexico and two in Canada as part of the joint North American event, Kansas City is the smallest of the 16, in terms of metropolitan-area population. But no city worked longer and harder to land these World Cup matches.On today’s episode of the SportsBeat KC podcast, Star columnists Vahe Gregorian and Sam McDowell discuss the news more deeply with host Blair Kerkhoff. How did Kansas City beat...
2022-06-1738 minSportsBeat KCHere’s what Kansas City would bring to World Cup if it’s selected as a host: PodcastAs FIFA prepares to announce the U.S. cities that will be the site of 2026 World Cup games, Kansas City has its fingers crossed. We’re one of 16 spots in the running to be host cities. Ten or 11 will be selected.Will Kansas City make the cut? On today’s SportsBeat KC podcast, columnist Vahe Gregorian and soccer writer Daniel Sperry break down the strengths and weaknesses of Kansas City as a bid candidate. Arrowhead Stadium and other facilities and the region’s soccer culture are seen as pluses.Market size would seem to work agains...
2022-06-1538 minKansas City MomCastSummer in Kansas CityThere’s nothing better than summer in Kansas City! We're highlighting some of our favorite places and events in Kansas City during the summer months while sharing some of the new things we’re adding to our bucket list. So grab your calendar, and let’s get this party started!
Summer Resource Guides
The Ultimate Guide to a Kansas City Summer
From festivals to day camps to movies under the stars, there are so many choices to ensure your summer days are memorable. We’ve not only included our favorites but included mom tips to help give you all the info you...
2022-05-2353 minSportsBeat KCSportsBeat KC: Getting up to date on some Kansas Jayhawks past, present and futureThe NCAA championship remains fresh in the memory for Kansas but the next season has arrived. The roster is taking shape with decisions by players to turn pro and others through the transfer portal.On today’s SportsBeat KC, KU beat writer Gary Bedore provides the updates on players like Christian Braun and Jalen Wilson, plus the status of transfer targets like Tyrese Hunter and Kevin McCullar. Spoiler alert: One has committed to the Jayhawks.Also: KU players in the NBA playoffs, look who graduated and more.Story links:Kansas Jayhawks’ Bill...
2022-05-2034 minSportsBeat KCSportsBeat KC: Want to bet Chiefs, Royals, Jayhawks, Tigers, Wildcats? Soon you can...in KansasWant to bet on Patrick Mahomes’ touchdown pass total in a game, or Kansas State-Oklahoma football, or Kansas basketball against Duke in the Champions Classic?You won’t have to leave Kansas to do that now that sports betting was signed into law last week by Gov. Laura Kelly. Now, Kansas is one of 30 states with legal sports wagering. It will take a few weeks, perhaps months to get it up and running but soon Kansans won’t have to travel to another state to make a wager.On today’s SportsBeat KC, beat writer Jesse Ne...
2022-05-1838 minSportsBeat KCSunday NASCAR Cup event at Kansas Speedway is anyone’s race: SportsBeat KC podcastIt’s racing weekend in Kansas City, and Kansas Speedway will be the site of three races: the Dutch Boy 150 ARCA race and Heart of America 200 trucks run on Saturday and NASCAR Cup Series AdventHealth 400 on Sunday.It’s the first time since 2019 that a scheduled spring-racing event at Kansas Speedway will not be directly affected by the pandemic.On today’s episode of The Star’s SportsBeat KC podcast, we chat with veteran sportswriter Randy Covitz, who has covered every Cup race at Kansas since the track’s inaugural season in 2001. He previews Sunday’s marquee ra...
2022-05-1131 minSportsBeat KCSportsBeat KC: What Clark Hunt had to say about Kansas City Chiefs and Arrowhead’s futureDuring last weekend’s NFL Draft, Chiefs chairman and CEO Clark Hunt took questions from reporters about a range of topics like where he and the Chiefs stand on stadium issues, the 2023 NFL Draft coming to Kansas City, the prospect of legalized sports wagering in Missouri and Kansas, and the chance of Kansas City and Arrowhead Stadium landing World Cup games.You’ll hear his session with reporters here. Star columnist Vahe Gregorian joined SportsBeat KC host Blair Kerkhoff in something of a post-game analysis. The Chiefs’ future home received the most attention. Hunt spoke to remaining in Arr...
2022-05-0436 min
Wood Words The PodcastKansas City Hospice & Palliative CareIn this episode we talk with Kansas City Hospice & Palliative Care and our new relationship with them. To find out more about programs and services offered by Kansas City Hospice & Palliative Care, visit their website at https://www.KCHospice.org or call 816-363-2600. Their knowledgeable staff are available 24 hours a day to talk with you. Those interested in learning more about volunteer opportunities with Kansas City Hospice can visit their website at https://www.KCHospice.org/volunteerThere you can complete a volunteer interest form and someone will follow-up with you with more inf...
2022-04-2539 min
The Beat of Kansas City(The Beat of KC) The Kansas Jayhawks Are Headed to the National Championship to Take On the North Carolina Tar HeelsHello everyone my name is Lucas Murphy and today's episode we talked about the Kansas Jayhawks defeating the Villanova Wildcats to advance to the National Championship. In this episode we break down the key players who aided in the Jayhawks' victory allowing Kansas to advance and we also provide a pre-game preview against the Tar Heels. You do not want to miss this episode and I want to thank everyone for the support and look forward to continuing providing content on the Kansas City sports scene.--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a p...
2022-04-0415 minSportsBeat KCSportsBeat KC: Kansas Jayhawks are Final Four bound after near perfect second halfNext top for Kansas, the Final Four.The Jayhawks ran away from Miami, Fla., 76-60 on Sunday to capture the Midwest Region championship and advance to the Final Four for the 16th time in program history. Villanova awaits in the semifinal Saturday in New Orleans.On today’s SportsBeat KC, beat writers Gary Bedore and Jesse Newell break down the Kansas effort, when they outscored the Hurricanes by 32 points in the second half. Remy Martin was voted the region’s most outstanding player but several had a hand in helping the Jayhawks overcome a six-point half...
2022-03-2832 minSportsBeat KCSportsBeat KC: How ‘Stank ‘em’ the monkey relates to Kansas Jayhawks’ tournament runKansas hasn’t played in the Sweet 16 since its Final Four run in 2018. The last time the Jayhawks endured a streak that long was 1998-2000, and the next season, then-coach Roy Williams brought a good-luck charm to the news conference: a stuffed monkey named “Stank ‘em.” Williams put the monkey on his back and the players swatted it off. Get the monkey off his back, get it?No stuffed animal helped Kansas end its most recent Sweet 16 “drought,” which lasted all of two Tournaments (the 2020 event was canceled due to the pandemic). Beat writers Jesse Newell and Gary Bedore...
2022-03-2134 minSportsBeat KCSportsBeat KC: Kansas Jayhawks’ next NCAA tourney opponent is Creighton... and KentuckyThe first day of the NCAA Tournament produced four victories by double-digit seeds, including the shocker: No. 15 seed St. Peter’s over Kentucky.Kansas avoided any such upset. The top-seeded Jayhawks rolled past Texas Southern.Now KU faces a second-round task against Creighton, which defeated San Diego State in overtime Thursday. In this episode of SportsBeat KC, The Star’s sports podcast, KU beat writers Jesse Newell and Gary Bedore discuss Kansas’ prospects in Round 2.Also, there’s the matter of college basketball’s all-time victories list. The Jayhawks entered the tournament two wins behin...
2022-03-1833 minKansas City MomCastDay and Weekend Trips from Kansas CityYou don't have to go far to create a fun-filled family trip! Kansas City families are lucky many so many options for day and weekend trips. Join us as we visit with KCMC contributor and traveling mama, Kristin Ruthstrom, as we learn more about some wonderful places that are in a short driving distance from Kansas City.
Kristin shares about her family's experiences in Northwest Arkansas and Omaha, including her favorite places to explore, dine and stay. Kristin has some great hacks and hidden gems to share for both of these great destinations! Sarah covers Wichita and Marceline, Missouri, otherwise k...
2022-02-2854 min
Kansas State Department of Education Insight Podcast05 Civic Engagement in KansasOn this month's episode of the KSDE Insight Podcast we talk about Civic Engagement. In 2015 the Kansas State Board of Education listened to Kansans and identified Civic Engagement as a top outcome for student success. That outcome was reinforced by feedback from Kansans again in 2021. Listen in as our host Kansas Commissioner of Education Dr. Randy Watson talks with KSDE’s Nathan McAlister, Humanities Program Manger about what Civic Engagement looks like in Kansas. They discuss social studies assessments along with the emotional presentations given to the Kansas State Board of Education from students and military veterans supporting the Ho...
2021-12-0834 minSportsBeat KCThe deeper meaning of Kansas’ football victory over TexasWhy would anyone have anticipated Kansas, a 31-point underdog last weekend at Texas, ending its 56-game conference losing streak in Austin? The last time KU won a league game, Missouri, Nebraska, Colorado and Texas A&M were in the conference. West Virginia and TCU weren’t.But it happened. Kansas prevailed 57-56 in overtime with the winning two-point conversation scored on a reception from Jalon Daniels by a third-string redshirt freshman walk-on Jared Casey of Plainville, Kan. Saturday marked his first offensive snaps of his career.The national narrative centered on Texas losing, but this wa...
2021-11-1633 minKansas State Department of Education Insight Podcast04 Kindergarten Readiness in KansasJoin our host Kansas Commissioner of Education, Dr. Randy Watson, as we examine a key Kansas State Board of Education outcome, kindergarten readiness. Dr. Watson is joined by KSDE’s Amanda Petersen, director of Early Childhood to talk about the importance of preparing the youngest Kansans for success.
Listen as they discuss the ways we partner with parents to understand a child's needs so they will thrive in the kindergarten classroom. Hear examples of two different early childhood programs presented to the Kansas State Board of Education during their October meeting.
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2021-11-0131 minSportsBeat KCReady or not, Kansas City’s World Cup bid is on deckSporting Kansas City, KC NWSL, the U.S. Men’s National Team, Kansas City’s 2026 World Cup bid, we talk about it all on today’s SportsBeat KC with The Star’s soccer reporter Shaun Goodwin.The women’s team is coming off one of its best results of the season, a scoreless draw with Portland. They continue their excellent play at Legends Field. Sporting KC looks to stay in the hunt for the MLS Western Conference title. The U.S. men’s national team is in action tonight, and is the World Cup coming to Kansas City? Peter...
2021-10-1341 min
The Beat of Kansas City(The Beat of KC) Guest Dillon Davis a contributor at "Through the Phog" on to talk Big 12, SEC, Big 10, and the Kansas JayhawksHello everyone my name is Lucas Murphy and welcome to “The Beat of KC” The guest on the episode is Dillon Davis a contributor for Through the Phog a website on FanSided. We talk about the Kansas Jayhawks in great detail. We discuss the current situation with the Big 12. We talk about where the Kansas Jayhawks could end up. We talk about why the Big 10 would be significant to the Kansas Jayhawks. We also talked about the Big 12 vs ESPN. Very exciting episode and I appreciate you swinging by and checking out this video and checking out "The Beat of KC" as...
2021-07-3042 minSportsBeat KCGoing inside Kansas City’s bid for the 2026 World CupDuring this period of international soccer action — Euro, Copa, Gold Cup and more — the biggest world event was a conversation topic in Kansas City on Monday.The city’s bid be a host site for the 2026 World Cup got a lead image as the KC2026 Bid Committee partnered with OUTFRONT Media to create a wallscape that measures 90 x 90 feel on the north-facing side of the building at 1627 Main Street.On today’s SportsBeat KC, Sporting Kansas City director of marketing Aaron Borns and Kansas City Sports Commission president and CEO Kathy Nelson take us inside Kansas C...
2021-07-1226 minThe Beat of Kansas City(The Beat of KC) Guest Jordan Foote on to talk the Kansas City Chiefs, Kansas City Royals, and a little NBA!Hello everyone my name is Lucas Murphy and welcome to “The Beat of KC” The guest on the episode is Jordan Foote writer, and podcaster at SI Chiefs, KS scout at Prep Redzone, and NBA reporter for Forty Eight Minutes. We talk about the Kansas City Chiefs in great detail from positions to fun scenarios. I then talk about the Kansas City Royals in which they started out very hot and has since cooled off to the point of freezing. I had to ask some questions about the NBA since the playoffs are going on. Very exciting episode and I apprec...
2021-06-3053 minThe Beat of Kansas City(The Beat of KC) Guest Sterling Holmes on to talk the Kansas City Chiefs and Kansas City Royals!Hello everyone my name is Lucas Murphy and welcome to “The Beat of KC” The guest on the episode is Sterling Holmes co-host of Darren and Sterling which airs weekdays from 3PM to 4PM on ESPN Kansas City. Also on local radio station Sports Radio 810 and is a contributor for Arrowhead Addict and Insider Royals. We talk about the Kansas City Chiefs going into training camp along with more recent news of Frank Clark. We then transition to the Kansas City Royals and talk about some key points along with Mondisi. We talk about the prospects and the upcoming MLB dra...
2021-06-2345 minSportsBeat KCEight is enough as Kansas City Royals look for answers to halt skidMaybe the day off is what the Royals need. They return to action tonight at Detroit in hopes of ending a losing streak made more painful because of where the team stood before the skid: In first place in the AL Central and with baseball’s top winning percentage.On today’s SportsBeat KC, Star columnist Vahe Gregorian breaks down the malaise with host Blair Kerkhoff in a show that started as a SportsBeat Live. The conclusions: There are no quick fixes or new personnel moves that are going to change fortunes. The Royals must find a away...
2021-05-1139 minThe Kansas BHA PodcastEpisode 37 - Public Lands in KansasZoom. Are you frustrated by the lack of private land access? In this episode we talk about public lands in Kansas with the Public Lands Division Director, Stuart Schrag. We cover lots of stuff from the history of public lands in Kansas to what the future may hold for public lands in Kansas. Listen in, learn a little about public lands in Kansas, and enjoy.
2021-04-211h 50
SportsBeat KCTalking Roy Williams’ years at Kansas with a writer there from beginningRoy Williams started his head coaching career at Kansas in 1988 and once said that he wasn’t a household name even in his own household. It turned out to be one of the greatest hires in college sports history.Williams remained at KU for 15 years, winning nine conference titles and taking the Jayhawks to four Final Fours. He added five more Final Fours and three NCAA titles at North Carolina, where he spent the next 18 seasons before announcing his retirement on Thursday.Beat writer Gary Bedore covered all of Williams’ teams at Kansas. SportsBeat KC host...
2021-04-0236 min
Kansas City Actors Radio TheatreKansas City Actors Radio Theatre's April Break and Future PreviewKansas City Actors Radio Theatre is taking a broadcast break in April as we get a head start on a new, exciting batch of content ready for you in our 2021-2022 season of free radio theatre programming! In this update, John Rensenhouse, Kansas City Actors Theatre Artistic Committee Chair, talks about the exciting projects we have coming up for KCART in the next year, from original works like "Ca$h 4 Carnage," more classic radio theatre, and even a new (hopefully live) game show format with Kansas City artists and actors. Listen in on this short update and we'll see...
2021-04-0204 minSportsBeat KCSifting through the rubble of Kansas’ history-making NCAA Tournament lossWhat was that from Kansas in the NCAA Tournament?On today’s SportsBeat KC beat writers Jesse Newell and Gary Bedore provide the autopsy for one of the ugliest losses in KU history, a 34-point pounding from Southern California in the second round of the NCAA Tournament.Also we take a first look ahead for the Jayhawks with roster guesses and what might happen with the NCAA investigation.Here’s how it all went wrong for Kansas.Story links:Here’s what should sting Kansas most after NCAA Tournament loss t...
2021-03-2335 min
SportsBeat KCHuge turnarounds by game — and in game — for Kansas, K-State, MizzouThis week, Kansas made a 54-point turnaround between Big 12 games. Missouri had a 29-point reversal in the same game.Kansas State? Just looking for a victory.College basketball is the topic on this episode of the daily SportsBeat KC podcast with host Blair Kerkhoff. Beat writers Gary Bedore and Jesse Newell (Kansas), Souichi Terada (Missouri) and Kellis Robinett (Kansas State) share updates and analysis about the teams.Story links:KU’s Bill Self pleased with fluid offense in TCU game. “I thought we shared it.”Self found a Devon Dodson...
2021-01-0836 min
Cowtown ConversationsVoting during the pandemic in Kansas City, Kansas and Johnson County Kansas with the League of Women VotersThe post Voting during the pandemic in Kansas City, Kansas and Johnson County Kansas with the League of Women Voters appeared first on KKFI.
2020-10-0157 min
Deep BackgroundWhat’s next for Kansas’ Schlitterbahn and Aaron Coleman?Two former Sporting Kansas City executives want to redevelop the closed Schlitterbahn water park in Kansas City, Kansas, as a multi-sport complex. Would that be a good use of the Wyandotte County tax revenues they’re seeking? And what will happen to Aaron Coleman, the 19-year-old candidate for the Kansas House who has admitted to revenge porn and other misbehavior in his past? Reporter Steve Vockrodt joins Dave Helling and Derek Donovan on today’s podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2020-09-0136 minSportsBeat KCSports return to KC at Kansas Speedway but fans must wait a little longerThe Big 12 Tournament at Sprint Center ended on March 11. The next major sporting event in Kansas City will happen 134 days later. The Super Start Battery 400 presented by O’Reilly Auto Parts at Kansas Speedway is Thursday. No fans will be in the stands for the race originally scheduled to run on May 31 but postponed because of the pandemic. But with five races over three days there will be some economic impact in the region.Kansas Speedway President Pat Warren chatted with SportsBeat KC host Blair Kerkhoff about re-starting the action at the track and where the sport go...
2020-07-2123 min
Restore KCEpisode 1-Full Circle at Kansas City MuseumThe first Restore KC program will create a virtual community circle to learn about restorative practices and why the Kansas City Museum is embracing its core framework and strategies to advance a civic unity vision. The program will be led by Blanca Anchondo-Polite and Lisa Middlebrook of Engage and Connect, LLC.The Kansas City Museum education team includes museum staff members Paul Gutierrez and Anna Marie Tutera; Damron Armstrong, Founder and Artistic Director of The Black Repertory Theatre of Kansas City; Deb Campbell, Founder and Executive Director of Arts & AGEing KC; Dr. Gene Chávez, Historian and Curator; A...
2020-07-1446 minSportsBeat KCKansas Citians pull together, including teams you pull forThe Chiefs were down by 10 midway through the fourth quarter of the Super Bowl? Remember when the Royals trailed the Astros by four in the eighth inning of a playoff elimination game? Or Kansas being down nine with about two minutes remaining in the 2008 NCAA title game. The teams overcame huge challenges to prevail. Teams and the region face a different challenge today.The COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic has halted the games and, in some cases, championships. But athletes have remained active during the health crisis. And so have the fans of those teams. Sam Mellinger and Sam...
2020-03-2332 minSportsBeat KCA few details remain for college basketball’s final No. 1 team, KansasThe college basketball season isn’t quite over. The games are finished but the final Associated Press poll was released on Wednesday and more All-America teams will be announced. Kansas figures prominently in all of it.The Jayhawks are the final top-ranked team for the shortened 2019-20 season and players like Udoka Azubuike and Devon Dotson are sure to pick up more honors. Also, is there a way for Kansas to win a trophy over a final poll spot? Beat writer Jesse Newell discusses essential KU basketball topics in SportsBeat KC with Blair Kerkhoff.Story li...
2020-03-1827 minSportsBeat KCOK-Doke, Kansas big man Azubuike leads Jayhawks to Big 12 titleUdoka Azubuike was a beast. The Kansas senior center finished with 31 points, 14 rebounds and five blocked shots in his final game at Allen Fieldhouse as the Jayhawks defeated TCU to capture no worse than a share of the Big 12 championship. Kansas had trouble pulling away from the hot-shooting Horned Frogs and needed all of Azubuike’s production. Does KU have what it takes to make a deep run in the NCAA Tournament? Sam Mellinger and Jesse Newell join Blair Kerkhoff on SportsBeat KC to discuss Kansas and the Big 12.Story links:Why the Big 12 title me...
2020-03-0535 minDeep BackgroundKansas Governor Laura Kelly discusses her priorities for 2020Kansas Gov. Laura Kelly recently sat down for an interview with members of The Kansas City Star's Editorial Board, to talk about taxes, schools, Medicaid, and a host of other issues. This edition of Deep Background contains excerpts from those discussions. Dave Helling hosts.For further reading:Medicaid work rules would come at high cost to Kansas, Kelly official warns lawmakers - https://www.kansascity.com/news/politics-government/article237536114.htmlKansas tax outlook improving, but state still set to spend more than it receives - https://www.kansascity.com/news/politics-government/article237109454.html
2019-11-2738 minSportsBeat KCKansas football did what?! And rumor has it the Chiefs are shopping for a cornerbackIt was a successful weekend for area college football teams largely because of an improbable victory by Kansas at Boston College. Star columnists Vahe Gregorian and Sam Mellinger chew on the Jayhawks’ triumph as a 20-point underdog and break down Kansas State’s huge victory at Mississippi State plus look ahead to the battle of Columbia: Mizzou vs. South Carolina. Also, rumors abound about the Chiefs seeking a cornerback but how hard are they looking and who might be a candidate.Read the stories we discussed:The secret sauce behind KU’s offe...
2019-09-1740 min
Deep BackgroundFor sale? What a Kansas City Royals sale would mean to the city, fans, taxpayersThe Kansas City Royals may soon be sold. Will they move downtown? Will they get better players? What's next for the MLB team? Hosts Dave Helling and Leah Becerra chat with Royals beat reporter Lynn Worthy and investigative reporter Steve Vockrodt about the implications of a sale. For further reading: Royals owner David Glass is in talks to sell team to group led by Kansas Citian - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/mlb/kansas-city-royals/article234449312.htmlPotential Royals owner John Sherman: ‘the kind of guy who would pour himself into it’ - https://www...
2019-08-2841 min
Deep BackgroundIs the economic border war between Kansas and Missouri really over?Missouri Governor Mike Parson and Kansas Governor Laura Kelly on Tuesday celebrated an end to the longstanding economic border war and pledged to usher in a new era of cooperation between the two states. Reporter Kevin Hardy joins hosts Dave Helling and Leah Becerra to talk about what this truce means for Kansas, Missouri and the Kansas City area. For further reading: ‘Sometimes common sense does prevail.’ Missouri, Kansas celebrate end of border war - https://www.kansascity.com/news/business/article233725152.html Port KC plans to ‘get in line’ with Kansas-M...
2019-08-1427 min
Deep BackgroundBrain fungus death a sign of bigger problems in Kansas prisonsHealthcare reporter Andy Marso's review of oversight records for Kansas prison health care provider Corizon Health found a pattern of the contractor not meeting its obligation to provide medical attention in a timely manner. He joins host Leah Becerra to talk about his investigation for The Kansas City Star.
Read the stories:
Locked out of care: Brain fungus death points to extensive problems in Kansas prisons - https://www.kansascity.com/news/business/health-care/article229423849.html
Kansas prison health contractor fails to provide enough psychiatrists, medications - https://www.kansascity.com/news/business/health-care/article229424464.html
Fungus destroyed inmate’s...
2019-05-0126 min
Deep BackgroundWas first part of Kansas' session a win for Gov. Laura Kelly?Reporter Jonathan Shorman joins us to talk about the first part of the Kansas legislature's session and discuss how effective Gov. Laura Kelly has been. Dave Helling and Leah Becerra co-host.
For further reading:
Kansas conservatives fail again in quest for big changes to school funding, oversight - https://www.kansascity.com/news/politics-government/article228883624.html
Could first pay raise in almost 20 years get more Kansas dentists to take Medicaid? - https://www.kansascity.com/news/business/health-care/article228795669.html
$90M more for Kansas schools? Plan in Gov. Kelly’s hands after lawmakers approve deal - https://www.kansas.co...
2019-04-1031 min
Deep BackgroundKansas City picks finalists in mayor race; Sly James’s pre-K plan is rejectedKansas City Councilwoman Jolie Justus and Councilman Quinton Lucas emerged victorious Tuesday night from a pack of 11 candidates for mayor and will face each other in June for a general election. And current Mayor Sly James fought hard for a 3/8-cent sales tax to pay for pre-K expansion, but voters rejected the plan that would have capped his eight years in office. City Hall reporter Allison Kite and politics editor Bill Turque join the discussion this week to talk about Kansas City's primary results and the what we might see before the general election. Dave Helling and Leah Becerra...
2019-04-0343 min
Urban ConnectionsKansas City Kansas School BoardDr. Stacey Yaeger Huddelston, school board member of Kansas City Kansas Public Schools–District 500, shares insight on becoming a board member and the inner workings of the school system.
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2019-03-1652 minUrban ConnectionsKansas City Kansas School BoardDr. Stacey Yaeger Huddelston, school board member of Kansas City Kansas Public Schools–District 500, shares insight on becoming a board member and the inner workings of the school system.
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2019-03-1652 min
The Blend-InterviewsEpisode 6-Daniel Silva, President and CEO of the Kansas City Kansas Chamber of CommerceLive interview with President and CEO of the Kansas City Kansas Chamber of Commerce Daniel Silva. We will talk business, culture life in KCK and more on "The Blend" with Doja only on One Kansas City Radio. LISTEN online at www.onekcradio.org and 100.1 FM
2018-12-2428 min
Radio Active MagazineEconomy, Kansas Open Meetings Act, and 2017 Kansas and Missouri elections.This show will cover three distinct topics: economics, the Kansas Open Meetings Act, and elections to be held this new year, 2017, in Kansas and Missouri. Your host for this episode […]
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2016-12-2728 min
Jaws of Justice RadioKansas City Youth Court – What’s That? and Kansas Appleseed – Working To Make A More Just KansasKansas City Youth Court – What’s That? Did you know that Youth Courts across the country are teaching young people to be involved in deciding innocence or guilt and handing […]
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2015-08-2955 min
The Wednesday Hump Radio Show - KCMB Kansas CityThe Wednesday Hump Comedy Radio Show Episode 9 Obama Care Sucks by KCMB News Kansas City
This week on Kansas City's favorite comedy radio program the gang discusses their Holiday excursions, parties and other assorted mishaps.
The gang talks about The Kansas City Chiefs and how they might have purposly thrown the game vs. the Colts last week to preserve their secret plays, etc.
On the Fantasy WTF!? segment it is announced by commissioner Mikey that the winner of this year's fantasy football league was Bradley who averaged about 120 points per week!
The gang get serious on this week's "What Busts My Hump" as they discuss the problems that Obamacare...
2013-12-2600 minThe Wednesday Hump Radio Show - KCMB Kansas CityThe Wednesday Hump Comedy Radio Show - Episode 6 by KCMB News Kansas City
This week on Episode 6 of The Wednesday Hump we have a warm and cozy night in with the fireplace a'blazin' and the studio mics hot with lively banter from our technical director Mikey and our Producer Adam Blue doing a two man show.
Mikey and Adam discuss the Kansas City Chiefs and how Adam predicted the 3 losses in a row vs The Broncos, The Chargers and then The Broncos again, and Mikey has to pay up as he bet against Adam.
The guys also discuss their weekly topic "Fantasy Football WTF?!"
The final and...
2013-12-0900 minThe Wednesday Hump Radio Show - KCMB Kansas CityTurkey Day special episode of The Wednesday Hump Comedy Radio Show by KCMB News Kansas City
This week we have a special Turkey Day episode of The Wednesday Hump comedy radio show in Kansas City presented by KCMB News.
Gobble Gobble along with the gang as this week's special guests include Kristin "Special K", Scuba Steve, Uncle Ralphie, and Adam Blue.
After feasting on their Thanksgiving dinners the panel sits down to discuss their holiday events and activities, they tell some of their most memorable drunken stories and hilarity ensues.
Hear about how Kristin once got pissed off and WALKED all the way from Fayetteville, Arkansas to the Booneslick Lodge...
2013-11-3000 minThe Wednesday Hump Radio Show - KCMB Kansas CityKansas City Comedy Radio - The Wednesday Hump Episode 5 by KCMB News Kansas City
This week on The Wednesday Hump the group talks about how to open a beer bottle with a lighter, The Kansas City Chiefs and how they are not even close to a true playoff contender, fantasy football WTF?! and of course the famous "What Busts My Hump" topic.
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2013-11-2000 minThe Wednesday Hump Radio Show - KCMB Kansas CityThe Wednesday Hump Comedy Radio Show Episode 4 by KCMB News Kansas City
Excellent episode of The Wednesday Hump this week!
Our guests included Brent, Marky Mark, Carly, Adam B and Mikey on the Mic.
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Kansas City comedy radio at it's best looks at The Kansas City Chiefs, also discussing the rumors that Tony Gonzalez was considering a trade back to Kansas City. The group discusses the NFL and other highlights from the weekend's games.
Fantasy Football WTF?!
Kansas City comedy radio turns towards fantasy football again this week where the different guests...
2013-10-3000 minThe Wednesday Hump Radio Show - KCMB Kansas CityThe Wednesday Hump Comedy Radio Show Episode 3 by KCMB News Kansas City
The Bridge and elevators in Little Rock, Arkansas
This week there was a lot to talk about on The Wednesday Hump Comedy Radio Show brought to you by KCMB News Kansas City.
The panel this week talked about the great success of The Kansas City Chiefs including their recent win over the Tennessee Titans, they discussed The Tigers and their great win over The Oakland A's on Tuesday night, and other NFL and MLB news.
Our second segment called "Fantasy Football WTF?!" allowed our panel and guests to vent their frustrations over last week's fantasy football...
2013-10-0900 minThe Wednesday Hump Radio Show - KCMB Kansas CityThe Wednesday Hump Comedy Radio Show Episode 2 - KCMB News Kansas City
The Wednesday Hump is brought to you by KCMB News Kansas City, Bands for Hire Live and BIG SHOW Dueling Pianos.
On this weeks HUMP, our panel discusses The Kansas City Royals and their playoff hopes, The Kansas City Chiefs and what they need to do to continue to win, and they discuss the NFL in general including the arrest of San Francisco linebacker Aldon Smith.
The group continues the show with the newly popular segment Fantasy Football WTF??
Fantasy Football WTF is a hilarious segment where everyone discusses the previous week's NFL fantasy football disasters and...
2013-09-2700 min
A Kansas Memory: The Kansas Historical Society Library and Archives PodcastKansas Veterans Remember: World War IIParticipants in the Kansas Veterans of WW II Oral History Project, sponsored by the Kansas State Legislature, remember their service in the European and Pacific Theaters during the Second World War. This podcast features the reminiscences of Captain William W. Seitz, of Allen, Kansas, a pilot in the Army Air Core who flew missions out of North Africa and Victor A. McAtee, of Lyons, Kansas, who along with some 30,000 US Marines, aided in the capture of Iwo Jima.
2008-11-1200 minA Kansas Memory: The Kansas Historical Society Library and Archives PodcastStormy Weather: tornadoes in KansasSince long before Euro-American settlement, strong winds have been a constant feature of the central plains region and the area now known as Kansas. The name Kansas was borrowed from the Kanza Indians who called themselves "the people of the south wind." This podcast features three stories about Kansas tornadoes recorded by visitors to the Forces of Nature exhibit at the Kansas Museum of History. These stories are also available on the Historical Society’s website for primary sources, Kansas Memory, at http://www.kansasmemory.org.
2008-07-2300 minA Kansas Memory: The Kansas Historical Society Library and Archives PodcastThe Rocky Road To Kansas, Part Two, Ellen Goodnow and Maria Felt: "advise those young men who brought such doleful reports about Kansas, not to leave the sight of their father & mothers dwelling again."Ellen Goodnow and Maria Felt were early settlers sponsored by antislavery groups who wanted Kansas Territory to be admitted to the Union as a free state. Both of these women sent encouraging reports back east about their journeys to Kansas Territory and the new settlements there. Goodnow's husband Isaac was a co-founder of the town of Boston (later Manhattan), K. T. Goodnow quotes her husband as stating, "advise those young men who brought such doleful reports about Kansas, not to leave the sight of their father & mothers dwelling again." Maria Felt, who traveled to Lawrence, K. T. in 1858 to...
2007-05-3100 min