Jason Seber is the David T. Beals III Associate Conductor for the Kansas City Symphony. His musical journey has taken him from Erie, PA to Louisville, KY to the stage of the Kauffman Center...and all around the world. His passion for sharing the power of music is inspiring. We also talk about Boyz II Men. That part of our visit gets me in a little …

He’s been on TV for over four decades! Most of that time, here in KC. There is some weather talk here but also a look at Bryan’s love of music, his challenging childhood, his deep love of family and what his personal forecast may hold. You’ll also meet several of Bryan’s other “personalities” on this edition of You Should Talk.…

What do George Wendt, a pig, and poo have in common? The answer is found in this edition of You Should Talk. Actress, writer, producer Brie Henderson connects the dots. Brie’s health challenges turn into stories that will touch you but also make you laugh out loud. Listening will put you within Six Degrees of Defecation. Trust me. That’s a good thi…

She’s the host of Bargain Mansions on DIY/HGTV. But that is just a small part of Tamara Day’s busy life. On this edition of You Should Talk, she takes us on the whirlwind trip from farm girl to TV star. Tamara has a very honest appraisal of her success in balancing being a mother of four with a successful career as a designer. Of course, we also ge…

You may know him from Desperate Housewives or One Life to Live or Parks And Recreation or Always Sunny in Philadelphia or, just maybe, the parking lot at Costco. He’s Tuc Watkins: actor, single father of twins, and all-around great guy. Just where does the name Tuc come from? How did Robert DeNiro scare him into the right read of a line? Why has Tu…

Elliott Threatt has been a part of the stand-up comedy world for decades. Working the same stages as Sam Kinison, Robin Williams, and many others. But his story also includes Langston Hughes (poetry) and the guy from those pillow ads. His business success means you’ve probably eaten at one of his spots while flying around the country. All is hilari…

Donuts! This is a very sweet edition of You Should Talk. Andrew Cameron loves donuts but he loves spreading happiness even more. His booming business, Donutology, passes out pastries but also wants us all to jump for joy. This is a show about family and entrepreneurship and sending a donut into space. Join us as we talk about the merry mission of D…

Get ready to strip, Kansas City! Okay, now that I have your attention: The amazing production “KC Strips” connects Kansas City's finest actors, choreographers, dancers, and designers, for a yearly celebration of life and love. Every artist involved donates their time and talents to support AIDS Walk KC.Local entertainment legends Katie Gilchrist, A…

Changing lives. That’s what Ability KC has been doing for people of all ages in the Kansas City area for more than 70 years. On this edition of You Should Talk we hear the inspiring story of Travis and Amy Mattox. Before Travis suffered a stroke, he’d never heard of Ability KC. Now, he’s not sure what he would have done without them. CEO/Executive …

Vanessa Severo’s talent as an actress, writer, dancer, and choreographer has taken her from Brazil to Germany to San Francisco to Springfield, Missouri and all points in between. Lucky for us, she calls KC, home. In this episode of You Should Talk, we hear about her one-woman show looking at the life of artist Frida Kahlo, as well as Vanessa’s own …

Kathy Quinn is an award-winning television personality who has been telling KC’s stories for years. Ian Byrne has told stories in song as frontman for the Elders for nearly two decades. Now, they tell some of their own stories. Two storied careers in one show!By Can City Media

You know her from Dana and Parks on KMBZ. You know him from the anchor desk on KMBC. In this edition of You Should Talk, you’ll hear about their life together off the air. Which one got called out by a US President for talking too loud? Which one got lost on their way to the studio to anchor their first newscast? Which one threatened to file a rest…

Harry Truman. Vampires. An almost naked lady. It’s all here in this edition of You Should Talk and it’s all from the life and career of the great photographer Roy Inman. If it’s part of KC, Roy has captured it on film. This is a truly focused episode, despite the host.By Can City Media

You know Kerri Stowell as part of the happily dysfunctional morning team on Fox 4. She tells you how to get where you need to go. She interviews the stars of stage and screen. She reports from wherever news is happening. But, there’s more. For example, I never knew how much there was to understand about Backstreet Boys, NSYNC and New Kids on the Bl…

He’s been a reporter from sea to shining sea, telling stories of ordinary people facing extraordinary challenges. Now, he has put together an amazing documentary called “What Comes Next,” that examines what happens when you lose a dream, lose a loved one, lose your freedom. We also talk about the world of broadcasting, the allure of running, and Ke…

Ashley White thinks I need to buy a pair of jeans. How’s that for a podcast topic! She is also something called a content strategist. I’m not sure what that means but I do know she is very smart and very funny. Her spot on the interweb is called "Le Stylo Rouge" ( https://lestylorouge.com/ ) where she shares her take on culture, fashion and style. …

You probably know Michael Smith as a James Beard Award-winning chef. You probably also know that he is opening a new restaurant, “Farina,” at 19th and Baltimore. But, there is so much more you may not know. For example, how did he end up posing in the nude with a kitchen mixer? In this episode of You Should Talk, Michael answers that question, talk…

For 40 years, artistic director, Cynthia Levin, has been bringing plays to the stage of The Unicorn Theatre. Plays that engage, enlighten, educate and entertain. Frankly, the story of Cynthia’s real life does all those things, too. From hitting the streets with her mom, in support of JFK, marching and making music in opposition to the Vietnam War, …

His business card needs to be larger. After all, Kevin Willmott is a professor of film at The University of Kansas and a film director and a screenwriter and a playwright. He has partnered with Spike Lee on amazing movies like “Chi-Raq” and, this year’s “BlacKkKlansman.” His own films, such as “C.S.A.: The Confederate States of America” and “The On…

Since 2010, Julián Zugazagoitia has served as the fifth Director & CEO of The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art. Frankly, his life-story deserves an exhibit all its own. His family’s history is the world’s history. From Mexico City to Rome to New York with many stops in between, Julian has spread the rejuvenating power of art. So, how do soap operas fit …

Yes, Bob Kendrick is the president of the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum. That’s his formal title. But, for Kansas City and, frankly, the nation, he is so much more. He is the keeper of the Buck O’Neil flame. He is the ambassador of baseball history. He is a person who lights up, not just the room, but an entire city. In this visit, Bob talks baseba…

When Lonnie was just a kid, he’d hear his dad, Jimmy, having fun with and talking about friends like Count Basie, Louis Armstrong, Charlie Parker and Sammy Davis Junior. So, it seems like a no-brainer that Lonnie, as a solo artist and paired with his brother Ronald as The McFadden Brothers, would find a life on stage. But, the road to the spotlight…

You could call Danni Boatwright “The One Million Dollar Woman.” But, that would only be scratching the surface of all this amazing person has accomplished. Yes, she won a million bucks by strategizing her way through season 11 of “Survivor.” She also made it through a challenging childhood to, as an adult, write books for kids. She is one of the wo…

How about a nice cup of coffee and about a hundred stories to go with it? Okay, forget the cup, make that a pot of coffee. Danny O’Neill started making great coffee for Kansas City about 25 years ago. Now, his company, The Roasterie, has made KC the coffee capital of the world. Take that, Seattle! In this episode, we travel with Danny from the farm…

His name is Terry Franz but you probably know him as Car Santa! In the last 23 years, Terry has given away thousands of cars to folks who need them and to veterans and their families, in particular. But, there is so much more to Terry’s story. He’s been on every network, hanging out with the likes of Alice Cooper, KISS, Larry the Cable Guy, Johnny …

She’s hung out with the likes of Teddy Roosevelt and Winston Churchill. So, what’s she doing on this podcast? Candice Millard is an award-winning, New York Times best-selling author. Her books, The River of Doubt, Destiny of the Republic, and Hero of the Empire bring history alive for readers all over the world. But, she has travelled the globe for…

You know the voice! You know the wit! You know you can find him on 98.1 KMBZ weekdays at 2:00 p.m. on the highly-rated “Dana & Parks!” But, after this visit, you’ll know so much more about Scott Parks. In fact, you may know more than you wanted to know. There are lots of laughs in this episode but the sensitive side of Mr. Parks comes through, too.…

Billy Brimblecom, Jr is a lot of things: musician, entertainer, actor, son, husband, father. He’s also an inspiration. Back in 2005, Billy lost his left leg. That was the beginning of a whole new journey for the young man who’d already seen great success as a drummer for a number of amazing bands. Today, Billy is the executive director of Steps of …

As a young kid, Casi Joy was determined to make singing a major part of her life and even turn it into a career. From singing in her parent's living room to performing in front of millions on network television, Casi has done exactly that.In this episode, Casi tells us about the journey of her musical career, what REALLY goes on at 'The Voice', the…

We sat down with David Epstein and Steve Revare...the two lively and entertaining founders of Tom's Town Distilling Co in Kansas City. Now I'd like to say this is a distinguished and educational interview...but I just can't. It's crazy, its chaotic, and its a lot of fun.On the rare moments of something slightly resembling a normal conversation in t…

Since 2009 Madisen and his mother Ruth Ward have been performing as the folk duo commonly known as "Madisen Ward & The Momma Bear".In one of the most fun and heartfelt episodes you'll hear, they discuss how the duo came to be, what inspires the songwriting, and many MANY unique stories that come with being a mother-son musical act.PLUS - have you e…

Few restaurants survive in business, let alone keep their doors open for over 60 years. "Jasper's" restaurant is one such establishment. While running an award-winning restaurant inherently has its perks, its extremely hard work. Jasper Mirabile took over his father's restaurant in the late 90's and to this day, still strives to have every guest no…

Years ago the "it" factor simply meant talent and charisma for a musical artist or band to succeed. Nowadays, due to social media and the drastically different music biz, a band needs to do far more than just sound good in order to stand out. The gentlemen that make up the band 'Hembree' are not only amazingly talented but they work extremely hard …

If you live in Kansas City and haven't heard of Johnny Dare, then what rock have you been living under? For well over 2 decades Johnny has graced the airwaves as morning drive-time host on KQRC 98.9 'The Rock'. His animated, comedic, and sometimes controversial show has made him a noteworthy contributor to the broadcasting landscape in Kansas City.…

While many in Kansas City will know Maria from her days as a news anchor on KMBC, her story goes far beyond just television. She relays stories of her family migrating to the US from Cuba at a very early age and how she initially entered the world of broadcasting. Plus, she discusses an interesting run-in with Bill Clinton at a hotel in the 90s. (I…

Actor and artist Michael McQuary is a living tribute to 'old Hollywood'. As the creator of 'Your Essense in Seconds" and the many roles he's played on screen and stage, there's very little Michael hasn't done in the world of entertainment. We discuss his childhood, family life, and the eclectic journey he's taken to get to where he is today.If you'…

Revelation 21.By Joel Busby

Acts 1:1-11.By Joel Busby

Mark 16:1-8. When a crucified Man comes out of the tomb, nothing can ever be the same again. Ever. A new day has dawned. A new reality has been established. An old system has been up-ended.By Joel Busby

John 19. The glory of God is on fullest display at the cross of Christ.By Joel Busby

Mark 1.By Joel Busby

2 Chronicles 36, 2 Kings 21, 1 Kings 11, 1 Samuel 8. The people of God didn't want the Lord to be King over them. Instead, they chose human kings who led them into idolatry, injustice and exile. Tonight we trace this development in the Story of Scripture.By Joel Busby

Genesis 3By Joel Busby

Genesis 1By Joel Busby

Acts 17:1-7; Col. 2:11-15; Gal. 2:11-14By Joel Busby

Part 3 of Jesus and The Gospel according to Paul. Sin and New Creation: Romans 6By Joel Busby

The Gospel of Jesus as Lord and Christ - Romans 1:1-7.By Joel Busby

Jesus and the Gospel According to Paul Part 1By Joel Busby

Part 3 of God and Natural Disasters - Matthew 27.By Joel Busby

Part 2 of God and Natural Disasters - Job 38.By Joel Busby