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    There’s Just Something About Kansas City

    “There’s just something about Kansas City.”™ It may be the most-heard phrase from those who are from here, those who have come here, & those who have chosen to stay. It’s a sense of pride, of camaraderie, of community and comfort. A sense of small-town, back-patio warmth brimming with growth, innovation and potential. A sense of zero degrees of separation in a city of champions.

    For each of us, that “something” is a story crafted through years of experiences, big and small, that have planted the Heart of America so deeply in our own.

    Join legendary Kansas City sports broadcaster Frank Boal each week for deep, down-to-earth conversations with some of this town’s most legendary residents, both natives and transplants, and hear what it is about Kansas City that just keeps calling them home.

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    Buddy Biancalana: From KC Royals World Series Champion to Mindset Coach May 20, 2025
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    In this episode of There’s Just Something About Kansas City, we sit down with Buddy Biancalana, former Kansas City Royals shortstop and unsung 1985 World Series hero. At just five years old, Buddy told his mom he’d make it to the Major Leagues—and he did. Drafted in the first round, he played a pivotal role in the Royals’ unforgettable 1985 World Series run.

    But Buddy’s journey to baseball glory wasn’t without hardship. After suffering childhood head trauma, long before concussions were properly understood, he pushed through physical and emotional setbacks during his five-year MLB career. Today, Buddy is the founder of Zone Motion, a company helping athletes and business leaders tap into elite mental performance by overcoming fear and self-doubt.

    Whether you're a Royals fan, a baseball history buff, or someone interested in mindset and peak performance, this episode dives into resilience, purpose, and the power of belief.

    👉 Don’t forget to follow or subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or YouTube for more Kansas City stories that inspire.


    Alvin Brooks: Lifelong Kansas City Activist May 13, 2025
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    In this powerful episode of There’s Just Something About Kansas City, we sit down with legendary civil rights leader and lifelong Kansas City advocate Alvin Brooks. At 93 years old, Brooks shares firsthand stories from nearly a century of public service, community activism, and leadership.

    Recognized nationally by President George H. W. Bush as one of the "1,000 Points of Light," and honored locally as Kansas Citian of the Year and recipient of the Harry S. Truman Public Service Award, Brooks reflects on a life dedicated to justice, equity, and uplifting underserved communities.

    With sharp wit, vivid memory, and unshakable purpose, he offers insights into Kansas City’s history, race relations, and the power of public service. He even recites two moving poems from memory and shares a hopeful yet unflinching perspective on society today.

    Don’t miss this conversation with one of Kansas City’s most inspiring and enduring voices: Alvin Brooks, the man some call the “Patron Saint of Kansas City.”


    Trent & Julie Green: Chiefs to Charity in Kansas City May 06, 2025
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    Trent Green, the former NFL quarterback for the Kansas City Chiefs, and his wife Julie Green, have become one of the most beloved power couples in Kansas City. After 15 seasons in the NFL, with time in San Diego, Washington D.C., and St. Louis, Trent and Julie chose to raise their family and give back to the community in Kansas City.

    In this episode of There’s Just Something About Kansas City, we dive into their personal story—how they met, married, and raised three athletic children while living under the media spotlight. The Greens talk about why Kansas City felt like home, and how they got involved in incredible local charities like the Ronald McDonald House Kansas City and Children’s Mercy Hospital.

    Whether you're a fan of Chiefs football, inspiring family stories, or Kansas City nonprofits, this conversation with Trent and Julie Green is a heartwarming look at leadership, love, and giving back in Kansas City.


    Kyle Talbot: Kansas City’s Ambassador Returns Apr 29, 2025
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    In this episode, we welcome back Kyle Talbot — popular Kansas City YouTube influencer, local personality, real estate agent, and the honorary “Mayor of Waldo.” Known for spotlighting KC’s culture, neighborhoods, and growth, Kyle returns to share fresh insights on what's happening across the city in 2025.

    We talk about:

    • The future of Kansas City’s riverfront development

    • Expansion of the Kansas City streetcar

    • The best neighborhoods in KC for young homebuyers

    • How KC is evolving and gaining attention nationally and globally

    Whether you’re a lifelong Kansas Citian or new to the area, this episode gives you a hyper-local, insider’s look at the city’s momentum. Don’t miss Kyle’s take on what makes Kansas City one of the most exciting places to live right now.

    Listen now and discover why there’s just something about Kansas City.


    Bob Regnier: A Legacy of Leadership & Giving Apr 22, 2025
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    The Regnier name is woven into the fabric of Kansas City. In this inspiring episode, Bob Regnier shares the powerful story of his family’s legacy of philanthropy and business—from his parents, Vic and Helen Regnier, to the charitable work he and his wife Ann continue today.

    Bob reflects on how his father’s relentless work ethic and commitment to community shaped his own path—from helping build the iconic Ranchmart Shopping Center to founding a community-focused bank, Bank of Blue Valley. Through it all, the Regniers have used their success to give back, creating foundations that uplift and support those in need.

    Tune in to hear how one family’s vision and generosity continue to shape the KC metro—and why their story is far from over.

    Whether you’re passionate about Kansas City history, local entrepreneurship, or community impact, this is a story that will leave you inspired.


    Madi Lamb: Building Community through the Quarter Life Club Apr 15, 2025
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    Madi Lamb is a Kansas City native & the founder of Quarter Life Club, a social club for helping twentysomethings “in the mood to meet people” connect in a meaningful way.

    At 25, Madi hit the dreaded “quarter life crisis”. She was having trouble meeting people, and she quickly discovered she wasn’t the only one. Thanks in part to the distance that stemmed from covid and remote work, many in her generation seemed to be struggling to build community.

    Madi decided to do something about it. Both inspired & disenchanted by dating apps, she began hosting casual meetups for others looking to connect. 500 members and 4 cities later, the Quarter Life Club has taken off and is sparking friendships, relationships, and meaningful connections all over the country — with Kansas City’s club leading the way.

    We’re joined by Madi’s KC Advocate, Brandon Krekel, who works at the KC Chamber of Commerce and shares how Madi’s vision and the QLC is impacting small businesses all over the region.


    Len Dawson Jr: The Legacy of Chiefs & Pro Football Hall of Famer Lenny Dawson Apr 08, 2025
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    Len Dawson Jr. has had quite the life.

    Sure, it hasn’t always been easy being the son of Chiefs icon Lenny Dawson, but being on the sidelines and in the locker room while his famous father was quarterbacking the Chiefs had a lot of perks.

    Len shares his life story, from his wild teenage years to the decisions that brought him back to calling Kansas City home.

    We know all the stats — Len Jr tells the stories that helped build the legend of “Lenny the Cool!!”



    Jim Cosgrove: Mr. Stinky Feet Apr 01, 2025
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    Jim Cosgrove, aka "Mr. Stinky Feet", is a Kansas City musician, journalist, and author who has been entertaining children and adults for over 25 years. He’s produced 10 albums, written 3 children’s books, an essay collection from his years as a parenting columnist with the Kansas City Star, and a true-crime memoir, and performed over 5,000 times all over the world — including a couple of Easter Egg Rolls on the front lawn of the White House!

    His message to the young and the young at heart? See life like a child – it’s supposed to be fun.

    He should know, he cut George Brett’s lawn as a youngster and scored an historic bat and autograph from #5 himself.

    Don’t miss this deep dive & walk down Kansas City memory lane with one of our town’s most feel-good legends!


    Danny O’Neill: Bean Baron of The Roasterie Coffee Company Mar 25, 2025
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    Danny O’Neill, founder of Kansas City’s iconic The Roasterie Coffee Company, is one of a kind. One of ten children born and raised in tiny Denison, Iowa, Danny was always looking for a way to make a mark. Little did he know that a semester as a high school exchange student in Costa Rica picking coffee beans would forever change his life.

    He eventually saved up $17,000 dollars, bought a coffee roaster, lined his basement with corrugated tin, blue tarps and fluorescent lighting and went to work air roasting coffee. His first sale was a ten pound bag for a coffee cart at Children’s Mercy Hospital, and the rest is history.

    It’s an incredible story about fear, perseverance, and hard work. It wasn’t easy becoming “The Bean Baron”!


    Deliece Hofen: Hope for Childhood Cancer Mar 18, 2025
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    Deliece Hofen is the founder of Braden’s Hope for Childhood Cancer, a Kansas City nonprofit working to raise awareness & funds for childhood cancer research to advance cures for children.

    Deliece’s son Braden was diagnosed with Stage IV Neuroblastoma when he was just three and given little chance to live. When Deliece faced her own simultaneous breast cancer diagnosis, she saw firsthand how stark the difference was between her clear path forward and the question marks faced by those fighting childhood cancer due to lack of funding and research. Now 20, Braden is in remission and continues to defy odds. Since its founding in 2010, "Braden's Hope” has raised millions of dollars for research into the fight against the leading cause of death among children.

    This is a remarkable story of perseverance, hope, and the power of our Kansas City community.


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