Podcasts about The Kansas City Star

Not often in the Patrick Mahomes era have the Chiefs looked up in the AFC West standing this late in the season. But here they are in third place with a 5-4 record, making Sunday's game at the first-place Denver Broncos critical to their division chances.On SportsBeat KC, Chiefs Insider Pete Sweeney and Star columnist Sam McDowell discuss the game and what it will take for the Chiefs to capture a 10th straight AFC West title — and if rookie left tackle Josh Simmons returns this week, how much should he play?Also, Star soccer correspondent Daniel Sperry breaks down the crushing end to the KC Current's playoff run, a loss to Gotham FC in the NWSL quarterfinals.Sports Beat KC is the sports podcast of The Kansas City Star and KCUR, hosted by Blair Kerkhoff. It's produced by Randy Mason, Irvin Zhang, Suzanne Hogan, and Gabriella Lacey, and edited by Jeff Rosen and Scott Chasen.   

In small towns, fear doesn't always hide in the shadows. Sometimes it writes letters. Sometimes it carries a shotgun. In this episode of DEVIANT, host Dan Szematowicz takes you inside two real American nightmares. In Circleville, Ohio, thousands of anonymous letters turn a quiet town inside out, exposing secrets, destroying lives and leaving behind a mystery that's never solved. In Skidmore, Missouri, a man named Ken Rex McElroy terrorizes his neighbors for years while the law looks away. And then, one July afternoon, the town decides to take justice into its own hands. Two towns. Two reckonings. One truth: when fear becomes unbearable, silence breaks. Follow on Instagram and TikTok @deviant.podcast. SOURCES: State of Ohio v. Paul Freshour (1983); Columbus Dispatch archives; Circleville Herald archives; Unsolved Mysteries (NBC, 1993); CBS 48 Hours (2021); In Broad Daylight by Harry N. MacLean; Kansas City Star and Washington Post archives; FBI and Missouri State Highway Patrol case summaries. Copyright 2025, Cold Open Media LLC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this Friday edition of New Day we are joined by Gabe DeArmond, Matt Walters, and Jon Kirby for New Day Blitz, Talking all things Mizzou, Kansas, and Kansas state Football. Next SSJ joined by Pete Sweeney of the Kansas City Star to talk Chiefs as they enter they BYE week the guys discuss the trade deadline and what it will take for the Chiefs to win the AFC West. Lastly Dion Clisso of PrepsKC is on the phone with a high school football update.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For the Glory KC is back with the 152nd episode of the show!Sporting Kansas City's 2025 MLS season is over and we're in that news lull where it's unclear if anything major is going to happen anytime soon. That said, we have a ton of tiny Sporting KC stories that could easily fall through the cracks if you aren't on social media.Before we get to that, if you haven't yet, please take our survey on the Sporting KC 2025 MLS season! Thanks!On today's episode, Sheena and I discuss the rumored opening day of the 2026 MLS season, rumors around Santiago Munoz staying in Kansas City, new salary information, Ryan Schewe re-signing, an analysis of SKC, Benny Feilhaber news, another coach moving on and Zorhan Bassong getting another call-up.The real main even though is the KC Current who bounced back from their first loss in 17 games to earn a come from behind victory, without Temwa Chawinga, over the San Diego Wave. They also basically did it without Bia, who went down injured as well. We have updates on both of those injuries and a preview of the opening playoff series with Gotham FC.Beyond that, we look back at the Kansas City Current's remarkable season, talk about Temwa lifting another Golden Boot trophy, share out thoughts on Lo LaBonta re-signing with the team and her time with the USWNT and much more.It's an episode of many, many tiny stories about SKC and the Current. We also briefly talk about a lovely bio of KC Current owners Chris and Angie Long that you should go read in the Kansas City Star.In the Digital Crawl, we hit on a few more topics, including:Kansas City hosting a free fan fest for the World CupUSMNT, US U-17s (men and women) resultsSKC's rival, St. Louis City, hires a Sporting Director KC passed overHere is a rundown of topics and start times:Sporting KC news and tidbits - 10:33KC Current Get Right! - 34:43KC Current Playoff Preview - 50:15Digital Crawl - 1:15:16Upcoming GamesMO State Women's Bears vs. Liberty (CUSA Championship), Fri. Nov 7th at 11:00AM CSTUSMNT U17s vs. Tajikistan (World Cup), Sat, Nov 8th at 8:45AMKC Current vs. Gotham FC (NWSL Playoffs), Sun, Nov 9th at 11:30AMUSMNT U17s vs. Czech Republic (World Cup), Wed, Nov 11th at 8:45AMAs a special gift to For the Glory KC listeners and KC Soccer Journal readers, Backheeled dot com is giving away 30 days of their amazing, independent American soccer coverage for free. If you decide you want to turn that into a paid membership, they'll give you 10 percent off too. Just follow this link!Big thanks to Splitter Conspiracy (listen to them here) for our theme music made with the permission of the KC Cauldron.

   The Kansas City Star headline boasts "Nation Hit by Blue Wave."  What a joke.  These were the most lame elections ever and anyone trying to make anything of these is like a sports fan declaring the Chiefs are bad because they lost a preseason game.  What a sham.    You won't believe the composition of the electorate in NY City.  If there is one alarming thing from Tuesday... this is it.    Kansas AG Kris Kobach has charged the mayor of Coldwater, Kansas for committing election fraud.  CBS ratings sizzle for the Chiefs/Bills and 60 Minutes with Donald Trump.  The sky isn't falling, Vegas still loves the Chiefs.   And then we have a great conversation with a young sports radio host that is moving more and more toward politics.  His name is Paul Gallant and he was wrongly called a whacky liberal by Tucker Carlson.  Paul is the host of the "Gallant Says" podcast on You Tube and all other pod platforms, and while he hasn't jumped into the deep end of conservative talk just yet, maybe we can provide him with an outlet right here at KKHI.

The Chiefs have crossed the halfway point of their schedule, and if the season ended today they wouldn't be in the playoffs. It's a strange place to be for the team that's played in five of the last six Super Bowls. On SportsBeat KC, the sports podcast of The Kansas City Star and KCUR, Star columnist Sam McDowell shares his thoughts on where thing stand with the Chiefs, starting with Sunday's loss to the Buffalo Bills. The sequence at the end of the first half in which the Chiefs settled for a field goal from the 1, was critical in the outcome, according to McDowell. As the Chiefs head into a bye week, we look at the second half of the season and speculate what it's going to take to make the postseason for an 11th straight year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The guys wrap up the last hour of the week on a Friday with weekly guest MLB Insider Buster Olney of ESPN who is on the Broadcast of the World Series for ESPN Radio. SSJ asks Buster to breakdowns the World Series as the series moves to Toronto with the Blue Jays leading the series 3-2. Buster talks about how the 18 inning game 3 affected the Dodgers in game 4 & 5. Next SSJ joined by Pete Sweeney of the Kansas City Star to talk Chiefs as they travel to Buffalo to take on AFC rivals the Bills and Josh Allen.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Chiefs keep rolling. They polished off the Washington Commanders 28-7 on Monday Night Football for their third straight victory and fifth in the last six games. It also sets them up nicely for a showdown on the road Sunday against the Buffalo Bills. On SportsBeat KC, the sports podcast of The Kansas City Star and KCUR, Chiefs beat writer Pete Sweeney and columnists Sam McDowell and Vahe Gregorian break down the triumph and look ahead to Sunday's huge game against the Buffalo Bills. After a break, we discuss the big events in college football last weekend. The news was good for Kansas State. Not so much for Kansas and Missouri, not to mention a bunch of coaches who have been fired recently. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this Friday edition of New Day we are joined by Gabe DeArmond, Matt Walters, and Jon Kirby for New Day Blitz, Talking all things Mizzou, Kansas, and Kansas state Football. Next SSJ is joined over the phone by Pete Sweeney of the Kansas City Star to talk Chiefs. Lastly Dion Clisso of PrepsKC is on the phone with a high school football update.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this Friday edition of New Day we are joined by Gabe DeArmond, Matt Walters, and Jon Kirby for New Day Blitz, Talking all things Mizzou, Kansas, and Kansas state Football. Next SSJ is joined over the phone by Pete Sweeney of the Kansas City Star to talk Chiefs. Lastly Dion Clisso of PrepsKC is on the phone with a high school football update.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Chiefs delivered their best performance of the season by defeating the Detroit Lions on Sunday Night Football. Patrick Mahomes played like an MVP, and we know what looks like. The Chiefs defense held the Lions to less than half of their scoring total, and they got a solid performance from a new starter, left tackle Jaylon Moore. Columnist Sam McDowell Chiefs beat writer Pete Sweeney break it down on SportsBeat KC, the sports podcast of The Kansas City Star and KCUR and looking ahead to the long-awaited return of wide receiver Rashee Rice, who comes off his season-opening six-game suspension in time for Sunday's home game against the Las Vegas Raiders. Also, we discuss the latest developments in the Kansas City stadium story. What does it mean to have a new Jackson County executive? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this Friday edition of New Day we are joined by Gabe DeArmond, Matt Walters, and Jon Kirby for New Day Blitz, Talking all things Mizzou, Kansas, and Kansas state Football. Next SSJ is joined over the phone by Pete Sweeney of the Kansas City Star to talk Chiefs. Lastly Dion Clisso of PrepsKC is on the phone with a high school football update.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our College Athletics Expert, Blair Kerkhoff of the Kansas City Star, joins us to dive into Bill Belichick and UNC, plus Mizzou/Bama, and KU and K-State!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pete Sweeney, on the Chiefs beat for the Kansas City Star, joins us to break down what went wrong against Jacksonville, and look ahead to Detroit!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gov't Shutdown Day 8: What Now? Plus, Kansas City Star Surprises | 10-8-25See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Chiefs had control of their Monday Night Football game at Jacksonville, then lost it, regained it, and finally went down to defeat. On SportsBeat KC, the sports podcast of The Kansas City Star and KCUR, beat writer Pete Sweeney breaks down what went wrong in the crushing 31-28 loss. In other topics, the FIFA World Cup in North America is ninth months away, and Kansas City will be part of the action. What progress has been made? KC2026 CEO Pam Kramer provides a snapshot of what's been happening, and what needs to happen as Kansas City prepares for the world's biggest sporting event. Missouri takes on Alabama on Saturday in one of the biggest college football games in the Tigers' SEC era. We preview the college football weekend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SSJ and Todd continue into Hour 2 talking Chiefs with Pete Sweeney from the Kansas City Star. Pete joins the show LIVE from Jacksonville to preview the Monday Night Football game against the Jagiars.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this Friday edition of New Day we are joined by Gabe DeArmond, Matt Walters, and Jon Kirby for New Day Blitz, Talking all things Mizzou, Kansas, and Kansas state Football. Next SSJ is joined over the phone by Pete Sweeney of the Kansas City Star to talk Chiefs. SSJ Asks Pete about the Chiefs heading to Jacksonville for Monday Night Foorball. Pete gives his prediction for the game. Lastly Dion Clisso of PrepsKC is on the phone with a high school football update.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Kansas City Star's Blair Kerkhoff joins us to discuss all things CFB, and the new billion-dollar scheme!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this Friday edition of New Day we are joined by Gabe DeArmond, Matt Walters, and Jon Kirby for New Day Blitz, Talking all things Mizzou, Kansas, and Kansas state Football. Next SSJ is joined over the phone by Pete Sweeney of the Kansas City Star to talk Chiefs. SSJ Asks Pete if there is a short leash on tackle Jawan Taylor, the status of Xavier Worthy, and who will lead the Chiefs rushing attack on Sunday. Pete gives his prediction for the game. Lastly Dion Clisso of PrepsKC is on the phone with a high school football update.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's another Lamar Jackson and Patrick Mahomes billed "Game Of The Weekend" in Kansas City but with both teams at 1-2, the stakes and rewards feel different for this early season battle at Arrowhead Stadium. Blair Kerkhoff of The Kansas City Star previews another heavyweight contest and the high stakes for Andy Reid and John Harbaugh, who square off once again as Super Bowl contenders in peril. The post Blair Kerkhoff of The Kansas City Star previews another Lamar and Mahomes battle at Arrowhead with high stakes for Ravens and Chiefs first appeared on Baltimore Positive WNST.

A new three-part investigative series from The Kansas City Star highlights the rise of the drug 7-OH — a highly concentrated opioid-like substance derived from kratom — and the role of a Kansas City company in its growing popularity.

The Kansas City Star's Pete Sweeney joins us to break down Chiefs/Eagles, preview Giants/Chiefs, and his Fantasy Team's struggles!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this Friday edition of New Day we are joined by Gabe DeArmond, Matt Walters, and Jon Kirby for New Day Blitz, Talking all things Mizzou, Kansas, and Kansas state Football. After New day Blitz we are joined over the phone by Pete Sweeney of the Kansas City Star. SSJ and Pete preview the Chiefs Super Bowl rematch with the Eagles. Then SSJ talks Royals with former MLB catcher Mike Macfarlane.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:00-13:50) – Kevin Negandhi joins the show at the top of the hour. (13:50-20:49) – What are some matchups to watch on Sunday? (20:49-35:26) – Sam McDowell from the Kansas City Star joins the show. (35:26-45:18) – Andrew DiCecco's prediction for Sunday's game and checking the text line for the final time of the day. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Pete Sweeney of the Kansas City Star joins us to recap the loss in Brazil and preview the Eagles matchup.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Notes and Links to Andrew Porter's Work     Andrew Porter is the author of four books, including the short story collection The Theory of Light and Matter (Vintage/Penguin Random House), which won the Flannery O'Connor Award for Short Fiction, the novel In Between Days (Knopf), which was a Barnes & Noble “Discover Great New Writers”  selection, an IndieBound “Indie Next” selection, and the San Antonio Express News's “Fictional Work of the Year,” the short story collection The Disappeared (Knopf), which was longlisted for The Story Prize and the Joyce Carol Oates Prize, and the novel The Imagined Life, which was published by Knopf in April 2025. Porter's books have been published in foreign editions in the UK, Australia, and New Zealand and translated into numerous languages, including French, Spanish, Dutch, Italian, Bulgarian, and Korean. In addition to winning the Flannery O'Connor Award, his collection, The Theory of Light and Matter,  received Foreword Magazine's “Book of the Year” Award for Short  Fiction, was a finalist for The Steven Turner Award, The Paterson Prize  and The WLT Book Award, was shortlisted for the William Saroyan International Prize for Writing, and was selected by both The Kansas City Star and The San Antonio Express-News  as one of the “Best Books of the Year.” The recipient of a Pushcart Prize and fellowships from the James Michener-Copernicus Foundation, the W.K. Rose Foundation,  and the Helene Wurlitzer Foundation,  Porter's  short stories have appeared in The Best American Short Stories, One Story, Ploughshares, The Southern Review, The Threepenny Review, The Missouri Review, American Short Fiction, Narrative Magazine, Epoch, Story, The Colorado Review, Electric Literature, and Texas Monthly, among others. He has had his work read on NPR's Selected Shorts and numerous times selected as one of the Distinguished Stories of the Year by Best American Short Stories.  A graduate of the Iowa Writers' Workshop, Porter is currently a Professor of English and Director of the Creative Writing Program at Trinity University in San Antonio.   Buy The Imagined Life   Andrew's Website   Andrew's Wikipedia Page   Book Review for The Imagined Life from New York Times   At about 1:30, Pete makes a clumsy but heartfelt comparison between The Imagined Life and Hemingway's Old Man and the Sea and Andrew shares feedback from readers of his novel At about 3:10, Andrew responds to Pete's question about the book's seeds and talks about “tinker[ing]” with the book's opening for years At about 4:45, Pete remarks on the book's first-person account, and Andrew and Pete discuss the book's opening and ideas of naivete and fallible parents At about 6:45, Pete asks Andrew, who expands about structuring the book and its connection to revision  At about 8:45, Pete compares the setting of the book, 1983 Fullerton, CA, to The Smashing Pumpkins' “1979,” and Andrew discusses similarities  At about 10:30, Pete reflects on the importance of the age given to the book's narrator and the two characterize the book's “father” and Andrew talks about using a 70s/early 80s atmosphere through the young narrator's lens At about 15:30, Pete summarizes an important character introduction and Andrew talks about the importance of an embarrassing faux pas by the narrator's father that might have "professional ramifications” At about 17:30, Andrew responds to Pete's question about the visits that Steven takes to speak with his father's former colleagues in the present-day At about 21:20, Andrew explains connections between Proust (“Proo-st”) and the father, who is obsessed in some ways with Proust's work; Andrew notes personal parallels between the father and Proust At about 24:10, Andrew gives background on Uncle Julian's connection to his brother and his family  At about 25:40, Andrew responds to Pete's questions about the importance of the book's cabana and complicated coupling  At about 27:40, Andrew reflects on Chau's relationship with Steven and the connection as a shared “escape from their home lives” At about 31:00, Andrew responds to Pete's questions about fleeting beautiful moments between father and son At about 32:25, Pete wonders about how Andrew picks character names At about 34:10, Andrew discusses the narrator's son, Finn, and his acting out in school as a function of his parents' marital shakiness  At about 35:30, Pete asks Andrew about a pivotal party and any “ruptures” in relationships that may have followed   At about 38:00, Andrew reflects on possible foreshadowing through letters and notes left behind by Steven's father  At about 40:40, Andrew discusses his mindset in writing an important and off-the-wall culminating scene At about 43:35, The two reflect on ideas of traumas and cycles and anger, especially with regard to Steven's recognition of same  At about 46:30, Pete compliments the ending of the book, ideas of legacy and wonderful book timing At about 47:30, Andrew reflects on his book's setting as key in exploring contrasts between Steven's life then and now, as well as with the world as a whole At about 48:30, Swatch Watch discourse! and vague Bel Biv Devoe reference!      You can now subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, and leave me a five-star review. You can also ask for the podcast by name using Alexa, and find the pod on Stitcher, Spotify, and on Amazon Music. Follow Pete on IG, where he is @chillsatwillpodcast, or on Twitter, where he is @chillsatwillpo1. You can watch other episodes on YouTube-watch and subscribe to The Chills at Will Podcast Channel. Please subscribe to both the YouTube Channel and the podcast while you're checking out this episode.       Pete is very excited to have one or two podcast episodes per month featured on the website of Chicago Review of Books. The audio will be posted, along with a written interview culled from the audio. His conversation with Hannah Pittard, a recent guest, is up at Chicago Review.     Sign up now for The Chills at Will Podcast Patreon: it can be found at patreon.com/chillsatwillpodcastpeterriehl      Check out the page that describes the benefits of a Patreon membership, including cool swag and bonus episodes. Thanks in advance for supporting Pete's one-man show, DIY podcast and extensive reading, research, editing, and promoting to keep this independent podcast pumping out high-quality content! This month's Patreon bonus episode features an exploration of flawed characters, protagonists who are too real in their actions, and horror and noir as being where so much good and realistic writing takes place. 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SSJ and Todd continue into Hour 2 talking Chiefs with Pete Sweeney from The Kansas City Star to recap the Chiefs loss to the Chargers in Brazil. Pete also preview the Week 2 match up with the Super Bowl rematch against the Eagles. Then the guys are joined by Missouri head football Coach Eliah Drinkwitz to give his thoughts on The Border War Victory over the weekend and the look ahead that the Tigers' next match up against Louisiana.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this Friday edition of New Day we are joined by Gabe DeArmond, Matt Walters, and Jon Kirby for New Day Blitz, Talking all things Mizzou, Kansas, and Kansas state Football. After New day Blitz we are joined over the phone by Pete Sweeney of the Kansas City Star. SSJ, Nate, and Pete preview the Chiefs game by looking across the field at the Chargers, and talk about the fun press conference the Chiefs had involving a Mahomes impersonation by Travis Kelce.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pete Sweeney of the Kansas City Star joins us in-studio for the first time this Football season! We preview Chiefs/Chargers, and recap the offseason!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Seven months after losing the Super Bowl, the Chiefs are back in action with the regular-season opener on Friday against the Los Angeles Chargers, in Sao Paulo, Brazil of all places. On SportsBeat KC, The Kansas City Star sports podcast, beat writer Pete Sweeney breaks down what to expect from a team bidding for its fourth straight Super Bowl appearance. First, we review the roster moves over the past week that helped shape this team. After a break, we look ahead at how standouts like Patrick Mahomes, Travis Kelce, Chris Jones and Isiah Pacheco will fare. Also, we submit our final record predictions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this Friday edition of New Day we are joined by Gabe DeArmond, Matt Walters, and Jon Kirby for New Day Blitz, Talking all things Mizzou, Kansas, and Kansas state Football. After New day Blitz we are joined over the phone by Pete Sweeney of the Kansas City Star, and SSJ and Pete get right into the BIG trade that sent Micah Parsons to the Packers. Then SSJ gets Pete’s thoughts on the Rashee Rice suspension, and how the Chiefs and Rashee can move on now that it is finalized. Then Pete gives his thoughts on the final roster and practice squad players the Chiefs are going with to start the season. Then former Royals catcher Mike Macfarlane joins the show to talk Royals ahead of a crucial weekend series against Detroit.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

SSJ and Todd continue into Hour 2 talking Chiefs with Pete Sweeney from The Kansas City Star to recap the Chiefs last Pre-season game. SSJ and Todd first ask Pete all about his new position at the Kansas City Star, as well as ask Pete his opinion on how Kingsley played in the final pre-season game. The Todd gets Pete’s take on how the starting Defense look on Friday against the Bears, and SSJ gets Pete’s opinion on how the roster will shape up ahead of cuts this week. Later SSJ and Todd talk about KU and K State’s week zero games, and some of the post-game shenanigans in Dublin.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this Friday edition of New Day we are joined by Gabe DeArmond, Matt Walters, and Jon Kirby for New Day Blitz, Talking all things Mizzou, Kansas, and Kansas state Football. After New day Blitz we are joined over the phone by former Royals catcher Mike Macfarlane to discuss the royals coming off an 8-2 home stand, and who now find themselves 2 games out of a Wild card spot. Then we are joined by Pete Sweeney of the Kansas City Star and Arrowhead Pride to talk chiefs ahead of their final pre-season game tonight at Arrowhead stadium. SSJ also asks Pete about the depth situation of Chiefs wide receivers after the Skyy Moore trade.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Stephen Serda wishes Skyy Moore a farewell as his trade to the 49ers becomes official and the Chiefs are reportedly in the market for a running back. Also, the Kansas City Star had a pretty crazy story about a bullet passing through Andy Reid's office window at the team facility. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Jennifer is joined by Mará Rose Williams, Assistant Managing Editor for Race and Equity at The Kansas City Star, to explore the role of journalism in telling the truth, fostering community, and protecting democracy. Mará reflects on leading the groundbreaking Truth in Black and White project and what it means to look back five years later. The conversation examines how storytelling can build empathy across differences, the importance of staying awake in turbulent times, and the power of individual action to create ripples that grow into waves of change.

During Hour 2 Blair Kerkhoff from the Kansas City Star joined the show previewing the Chiefs' season. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In Hour 2 we were joined by Sportsnet's Mark Spector and Blair Kerkhoff from the Kansas City Star covering the Chiefs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Veteran Scribe Blair Kerkhoff of the Kansas City Star joins us for Royals talk, and College Football too!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chiefs training camp is well underway up in St. Joseph, Missouri. The Kansas City Star's Blair Kerkhoff discusses the atmosphere among players, the team's major on-the-field storylines and the latest on stadium talks.

Joel Zeff creates energy. His spontaneous humor and vital messages have thrilled audiences for more than 25 years. As an international keynote speaker, work culture expert, author, and humorist, Joel captivates audiences with a unique blend of hilarious improvisational comedy and essential ideas on work and life. He has shared his experience and insight on collaboration, leadership, change, communication, innovation, fun and passion at more than 2,500 events. His book, Make the Right Choice: Lead with Passion, Elevate Your Team, and Unleash the Fun at Work, is consistently listed as one of the top work/life balance books on Amazon. He has appeared on CNBC and featured in the Dallas Morning News, Houston Chronicle, The Kansas City Star, and many other media outlets.

Today’s Best of Features: (00:00-14:47) – Jesse Newell from the Kansas City Star joins the show to discuss if the way the Philadelphia Eagles dominated the Chiefs exposed a weakness that other teams haven’t seen, highlights some of the lucky wins that Kansas City had last season that masked some of the deficiencies of the team, and evaluates if the Chiefs have taken swings on guys in the draft because of the mindset that Patrick Mahomes can mask a ton of issues and make everyone better. (14:47-36:31) – The IndyStar’s Joel Erickson joins Query & Company to discuss some pre-training camp storylines that have his attention outside of the quarterback competition. Joel comments on which position group isn’t being discussed enough as a weakness on the team, tries to envision what the defense could look like this year with Lou Anarumo calling plays, and reacts to a story Jake tells him about his latest trip to Wisconsin. (36:31-48:00) – Josh Kendall from The Athletic joins the show to discuss the potential dilemma the Falcons could have if Michael Penix struggles this season with Kirk Cousins still on the roster, recaps how Penix performed last season in his limited action, identifies the defense as the weakness of this team right now, and shares his thoughts on MLB paying tribute to Hank Aaron last night during the All-Star Game.Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/query-and-company/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:00-22:15) – Query & Company opens on a Hump Day Wednesday with Jake Query and producer Eddie Garrison discussing another injury for Caitlin Clark in the Fever’s win last night against the Connecticut Sun. Also, they discuss what they liked with the MLB All-Star Game last night. (22:15-37:14) – Jesse Newell from the Kansas City Star joins the show to discuss if the way the Philadelphia Eagles dominated the Chiefs exposed a weakness that other teams haven’t seen, highlights some of the lucky wins that Kansas City had last season that masked some of the deficiencies of the team, and evaluates if the Chiefs have taken swings on guys in the draft because of the mindset that Patrick Mahomes can mask a ton of issues and make everyone better. (37:14-41:55) – The first hour of the program concludes with Jake revealing what NBA player could be bought out that could make their way to Indianapolis (again) with the Pacers having one roster spot open. (41:55-1:05:23) – The IndyStar’s Joel Erickson joins Query & Company to discuss some pre-training camp storylines that have his attention outside of the quarterback competition. Joel comments on which position group isn’t being discussed enough as a weakness on the team, tries to envision what the defense could look like this year with Lou Anarumo calling plays, and reacts to a story Jake tells him about his latest trip to Wisconsin. (1:05:23-1:17:37) – Josh Kendall from The Athletic joins the show to discuss the potential dilemma the Falcons could have if Michael Penix struggles this season with Kirk Cousins still on the roster, recaps how Penix performed last season in his limited action, identifies the defense as the weakness of this team right now, and shares his thoughts on MLB paying tribute to Hank Aaron last night during the All-Star Game. (1:17:37-1:24:16) – Hour number two of the show concludes with Jake and Eddie giving away a pair of tickets for a listener to go see The Offspring with Jimmy Eat World at Ruoff Music Center next weekend! (1:24:16-1:47:21) – Joey Graziano, Pacers Sports & Entertainment’s Vice President of Strategy and New Business Ventures, joins Jake Query to tip off the final hour of the show to discuss some of the events going on this weekend for the WNBA All-Star Game, reveals some activities that will be available for kids, admits that he’s looking forward to the first ever active player comedy show with Sydney Colson, and compares what the weekend could look like in relation to the NBA All-Star weekend. (1:47:21-1:53:23) – Jake and Eddie give away a pair of courtside tickets for a listener to go see the TBT! In order to do so, the listener has to answer the trivia question about Indiana basketball correctly. (1:53:23-2:03:40) – Today’s show closes out with Jake taking a couple calls from listeners and discussing tonight’s Indiana Fever game against the New York Liberty!Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/query-and-company/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

An enjoyable and fascinating conversation with longtime Kansas City Star reporter Randy Covitz. The St. Louis native and Mizzou graduates versatility was his hallmark, covering virtually every sport, and big events from Super Bowls to World Series and many more. An esteemed journalist's tale well told!

Vahe Gregorian is one of the nation's top sports columnists. He has spent the last twelve years writing for The Kansas City Star and prior to that he spent 25 years writing for the St. Louis Post-Dispatch. His resume includes coverage of 10 Olympics, Super Bowls, Final Fours and much more. While he has made his professional name in the Midwest, he has deep roots in the Delaware Valley as he graduated from Swarthmore High and played football for and graduated from the University of Pennsylvania. In Episode #261 of "1-on-1 with Matt Leon," Matt speaks to Gregorian about his career. They discuss how he got into sports writing, look back at his football days at Penn, talk about why he has stayed in the Midwest and much more. “1-on-1 with Matt Leon” is a KYW Newsradio original podcast. You can follow the show on X @1on1pod and you can follow Matt @Mattleon1060.

The Fantasy Baseball BeatI want my Biscoff Cookie, with Jaylon Thompson The guys are back with a brand new episode.This week, they're talking about the Kansas City Royals with reporter Jaylon Thompson from The Kansas City Star. Topics discussed:First impressions of Jac CaglinoneCole Ragans' injury updateKris Bubic and his rest-of-season outputMaikel Garcia and his All-Star-like performanceMichael Massey and his role with the teamStandouts in their minor league systemWhich players impress himFunny and interesting travel storiesThe guys then do their fantasy follow-up, discussing if Salvador Perez is a buy-low candidate.Torres explains why Emmet Sheehan is his pickup of the week.Davey Downer isn't down on everyone, as he actually likes a player. Find out if it's Kodai Senga, Hunter Greene, Aaron Nola, or Blake SnellFinally, all three guys discuss the connection between sleep and mental health in the Mental Health Moment. Join Our Discord & Support The Show: PL+ | PL Pro - Get 15% off Yearly with code PODCASTProud member of the Pitcher List Fantasy Baseball Podcast Network

Vahe Gregorian, the sports columnist at The Kansas City Star, joins Forbes.com writer Jeff Fedotin. Gregorian, who has known Andy Reid longer than just about any other journalist, shares his insight into the Kansas City Chiefs head coach. He also reveals the latest developments regarding the future of GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Agree or disagree with our thoughts? Let us know on X: @joevalerio73 and @JFedotin.

On July 10,1981, forty-seven-year-old Ken McElroy was sitting in his truck in Skidmore, Missouri with his wife, Trina, when the vehicle was struck by a hail of gunfire that seemed to come from all directions. Although there were nearly fifty witnesses to the shooting, they all claimed not to have seen the shooters, and none of them called an ambulance. Later, when asked why no one did anything to help McElroy or cooperate with investigators, the people of Skidmore all agreed, Ken McElroy got what he deserved.The story of Ken McElroy's death captured the nation's attention, primarily because it amounted to a modern-day lynching. However, while no one denies that McElroy's death was murder, few people in and around Skidmore were interested in holding anyone accountable for the shooting. In fact, many seemed pleased to hear of McElroy's death, which raised the question, how could someone become so hated by their neighbors that they'd be willing to overlook one of the most heinous crimes?Thank you to the Incredible Dave White of Bring Me the Axe Podcast for research and Writing support!ReferencesAssociated Press. 1981. "FBI enters Missouri shooting case." New York Times, July 18: 6.—. 1981. "Little chance of trial in 'town bully' shooting." St. Joseph News-Press, October 26: 1.Graham, O.E. 1968. "What is justice?" St. Joseph News-Press, July 19: 9.Hansen, Rose. 2018. Skidmore revisited. February 6. Accessed April 9, 2025. https://missourilife.com/skidmore-revisited-part-1-death-ken-mcelroy-2/.Loh, Jules. 1981. "Brute of Nordaway County: chilling rembeberances ." Kansas City Star, August 2: 1.MacLean, Harry. 1988. In Broad Daylight: A Murder in Skidmore, Missouri. New York, NY: Harper Collins.McGuire, Donna. 2001. "Two decades after bully's death, Skidmore still guards its secrets." Kansas City Star, July 10: 1.St. Joseph News-Press. 1968. "Dismissals to 2 more defendants in beating case." St. Joseph News-Press, July 11: 9.—. 1968. "Four now charged in beating of man, attack on woman." St. Joseph News-Press, June 14: 7.—. 1973. "Three charges against man." St. Joseph News-Press, September 22: 5.—. 1968. "Victim of assault testifies four men struck, kicked him." St. Joseph News-Press, July 4: 1.Stewart, Paul. 1981. "Grand jury disappoints lawyer." St. Joseph News-Press, September 26: 1.Stay in the know - wondery.fm/morbid-wondery.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Every day, Stephen A. Smith's presidential ambitions seem to grow bolder. But the real shocker? Conservative podcast host Megyn Kelly just welcomed the Stephen A. Myth onto her show. Why is the conservative media giving this man a platform? It should be obvious — he has no real insight, and even his own ESPN colleagues dismiss him as a clown, as revealed in a leaked audio clip from an ESPN producer. And yet, Kelly continues to praise the so-called straight shooter. Has the MAGA movement been completely duped? On the flip side, a revival is sweeping through college and professional sports — not of politics, but of Jesus. Haley Van Lith is leading TCU to its first-ever Sweet 16 while boldly giving all glory to God. Meanwhile, in the NFL, Baker Mayfield credits his faith for pulling him from rock bottom back to success. Jason reflects on his time in Kansas City writing for the Kansas City Star, sharing how God often meets us at our lowest to rebuild us in His image. Joining the show is a special guest, writer Steve Eubanks, to discuss this powerful resurgence of faith in young athletes. Could this signal a shift in the right direction for our nation? A "Fearless" episode you don't want to miss! ​​Today's Sponsors: Relief Factor With Relief Factor, you'll feel better every day, and you'll live better every day. Get their 3-Week QuickStart for only $19.95 – that's less than a dollar a day. Call 1-800-4-Relief Or Visit https://ReliefFactor.com  Fearless Army Roll Call 3.0 Roll Call 3.0 continues the mission of men encouraging each other to pursue holiness and the execution of The Great Commission (Matthew 28: 19-20) by seeking alliance and fellowship with men who share our faith, values and commitment to obey our Lord and Savior. Join hundreds of like-minded men in Nashville on May 2nd-3rd for this important conference. Lunch will be included. Tickets are available right now at https://www.fearlessrollcall.com. SHOW OUTLINE 12:19 Megyn Kelly hosts Stephen A. Smith to discuss his Political Career 37:35 Haily Van Lith and Baker Mayfield aren't afraid to Share Their Faith 58:14 Steve Eubanks: The Strong Resurgence of Faith Among Young Athletes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices