05.22.2024

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Culture

Listen Local: 10+ podcasts in Kansas City

Put on your listening ears. | Photo via Kansas City Revival

Building out your queue of quality ear candy ahead of the long weekend? Look no further than this list of locally-produced podcasts covering a variety of subjects in KC + beyond.

News + community

Kansas City Today, 89.3 KCUR + most platforms | Weekdays
Don’t be fooled, it’s not us. This NPR-affiliate station show gives listeners a deep dive on hot button metro topics in 15 minutes or less.

Northeast Newscast, most platforms | Weekly
The historic Northeast Corridor gets its own spotlight with interviews featuring community leaders, a round-up of latest events, and thought-provoking discussions.

All things sports

Defending the Kingdom, Apple Podcasts, Spotify + YouTube | Weekly
There are plenty of audio options for getting your football fix, but are any of them the official podcast of the Kansas City Chiefs?

KC Sports Network, Apple Podcasts, Spotify + Youtube | Weekly
KCSN does it all, but we’re focusing on its top-notch coverage of the soccer capital of America.

Special interests

Kansas City Revival, Apple Podcasts, Spotify + iHeart Radio | Bi-weekly
This arts and culture podcast is more like a gossip sesh with your besties, offensive humor and silly bits included.

Kansas City Momcast, most platforms | Weekly
For more family-friendly listening, check out the Kansas City Mom Collective’s audio edition of local guides and resources in the City of Fountains.

Get your history fix

History and Mystery in Kansas City, most platforms | Bi-weekly
Cold case mysteries are brought to the life in this true crime experience featuring video podcasts with historic photos + documents.

A People’s History of Kansas City, 89.3 KCUR + most platforms | Monthly
From the original Oreo cookie to hip-hop’s steps on KC streets, this podcast is all about reviving Kansas City’s forgotten memories.

If we missed one of your favorites, let us know and we’ll pop in our earbuds and check it out.

7 more podcasts

Events

Wednesday, May 22

Jammin’ on the Green | Wednesday, May 22 | 7-8:30 p.m. | Shawnee Town 1929, 11501 W. 57th St., Shawnee, KS | Free | Bring a chair and hear the Vine Street Rumble Jazz Orchestra perform.

Thursday, May 23

Boulevard Comedy Series: Spring Showcase | Thursday, May 23 | 7 p.m. | Boulevard Tours & Rec Center, 2534 Madison Ave., KCMO | $10-$15 | Local comedians like Brittany Tilander and Curtis Braxdale will perform on the Rec Deck for a night of laughs + drafts.

Friday, May 24

Naka-Kon Anime Convention 2024 | Friday, May 24 | Overland Park Convention Center, 6000 College Blvd., Overland Park, KS | $10-$70 | Fan-fave voice actors, musicians, artists, and industry experts descend on the metro for a weekend of all things anime, manga + music.

Saturday, May 25

Lenexa Farmers Market | Saturday, May 25 | 8 a.m.-12 p.m. | Lenexa Civic Campus, 17201 W. 87th St. Pkwy., Lenexa, KS | Free entry | Shop local baked goods, veggies, meat, flowers, and body care products before settling in with a ready-to-eat meal and live music.
Movie Night on The Lawn | Saturday, May 25 | 7-9 p.m. | Legends Outlets, 1865 Village West Pkwy., KCK | Free | Pack some blankets, order carryout from nearby restaurants, and layout on the lawn for a screening of “A League of Their Own.”

Events calendar here

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Shop

The Father’s Day gifts he’ll ask for every year

It’s not too late to order the Harlestons Seaside Hoodie, Seaside Pullover, or Seaside Pocket Polo for Father’s Day. | Photos by Drew Somerville

Calling all children, partners, and friends of dads everywhere: Harlestons’ Seaside Collection will have the men in your life wishing Father’s Day — ahem, coming up on June 16 — was everyday.

Mix and match any of the pieces in the Seaside Collection (including the hoodie, polo, and quarter-zip) to create a complete look perfect for Father’s Day. Wearable throughout every season, Harlestons’ easy-care, performance fabric keeps you both cozy and cool all year long.

Father's Day gifts that won't miss

News Notes

Development

More power to them. Shawnee, KS is now home to a milestone in sustainablity: the largest renewable gas plant in the US. The Archaea Energy facility features a modular design, meaning faster builds than other custom-made plants of the past. (Johnson County Post)

Award

Lenexa-based Union Horse Distillery took home not just the gold, but double gold, from the 2024 San Francisco World Spirits Competition. The extra special award means all 40 judges awarded top marks to its Rivalist American Single Malt Whiskey. Cheers to that. (Kansas City Business Journal)

Kansas Citian

“Down to earth people.” That’s the answer Andy Reid gave when asked what makes Kansas City so special. That, and Town Topic cheeseburgers. (Kansas City Star)

Asked

If you’re not from KC, ask a question. If you are, answer one. That’s a request we posed for our Instagram followers on Monday — and we’re seeing some really great responses thus far. Is something missing? Leave a comment. We’ll compile everything in an upcoming newsletter.

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The Buy

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The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
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From the editor

What would I say if asked the same question as Andy Reid? Why, Waldo Pizza makes all this traffic worthwhile. Oh, and the wonderful people, sense of community, natural beauty, winning sports teams, affordability...I could go on and on.

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