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There's Just Something About Kansas City

There's Just Something About Kansas City

By: Frank Boal Sarah McEnerney Kate Feder Ben Messner
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“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.Frank Boal, Sarah McEnerney, Kate Feder, Ben Messner World
Episodes
  • Adam Hamilton: Faith & Leadership at Church of the Resurrection
    May 25 2025

    In this episode of There's Just Something About Kansas City, we sit down with Adam Hamilton, bestselling author and senior pastor of Church of the Resurrection, the largest Methodist congregation in the U.S. But this conversation isn’t just for the religious. Adam shares his personal journey from skepticism to purpose, and how anyone, regardless of belief, can find meaning, healing, and direction through connection and compassion.

    We explore how to navigate life’s challenges, why reaching out to others matters more than ever, and what it takes to build bridges instead of walls. Plus, I open up about a powerful moment of reconciliation in my own life—and why you shouldn’t wait to make things right with someone you care about.

    Whether you’re spiritual, secular, or somewhere in between, this episode offers universal wisdom to help you live a more intentional and fulfilling life.

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    45 mins
  • Buddy Biancalana: From KC Royals World Series Champion to Mindset Coach
    May 20 2025

    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.

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    55 mins
  • Alvin Brooks: Lifelong Kansas City Activist
    May 13 2025

    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.”

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    1 hr and 22 mins
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