Big Sonia never wanted to talk about her horrific experiences inside three different concentration camps but that ended when she overheard someone say it never happened. Since then, she wants to make sure we never forget.

Big Sonia never wanted to talk about her horrific experiences inside three different concentration camps but that ended when she overheard someone say it never happened. Since then, she wants to make sure we never forget.

“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.

“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, &amp; 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.

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. Our mission is to showcase our city with the stories of both native Kansas Citians and those who could live anywhere, but have chosen to remain or keep close ties to KC. The “star” of the show will always be KC. 

Tune in weekly wherever you get your podcasts to hear Frank Boal's conversations with some of this town’s most legendary residents, both natives and transplants, about what it is about Kansas City that just keeps calling them home.

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, &amp; 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. Our mission is to showcase our city with the stories of both native Kansas Citians and those who could live anywhere, but have chosen to remain or keep close ties to KC. The “star” of the show will always be KC. 
Tune in weekly wherever you get your podcasts to hear Frank Boal's conversations with some of this town’s most legendary residents, both natives and transplants, about what it is about Kansas City that just keeps calling them home.

“Big Sonia” - Sonia Warshawski - Holocaust Survivor

Former Kansas City Chiefs President and General Manager Carl Peterson played a pivotal role in shaping the Chief’s identity and success, turning the team and their fanbase into one of the most respected franchises in the world. Carl sits down with Frank to talk about his approach to team-building and talent acquisition, what it was like to work for the unparalleled Lamar Hunt, and the unforgettable moments that defined his tenure, including his biggest regret. Plus, we take to the high seas on the World Ship and find out why, when he’s on dry land, Carl still calls Kansas City home.

Former Kansas City Chiefs President and General Manager Carl Peterson played a pivotal role in shaping the Chief’s identity and success, turning the team and their fanbase into one of the most respected franchises in the world. Carl sits down with Frank to talk about his approach to team-building and talent acquisition, what it was like to work for the unparalleled Lamar Hunt, and the unforgettable moments that defined his tenure, including his biggest regret. Plus, we take to the high seas on the World Ship and find out why, when he’s on dry land, Carl still calls Kansas City home.

Rebuilding the Chiefs: A Conversation with Carl Peterson

Episode Description: In 1999, Kay Barnes was elected Kansas City’s first female mayor. Since then, the St. Joe native has led initiatives producing over $4.5 billion in public and private investment in downtown Kansas City — including her push to get the Sprint Center built, which helped to revitalize KC’s urban care and transform it into a thriving metropolitan hub. 

Barnes also talks about what she learned from her famous cousin, Walter Cronkite, America’s most trusted journalist.

Hear the story of this dynamic and visionary leader who broke the glass ceiling for women in politics in Kansas City.

Episode Description: In 1999, Kay Barnes was elected Kansas City’s first female mayor. Since then, the St. Joe native has led initiatives producing over $4.5 billion in public and private investment in downtown Kansas City — including her push to get the Sprint Center built, which helped to revitalize KC’s urban care and transform it into a thriving metropolitan hub. 
Barnes also talks about what she learned from her famous cousin, Walter Cronkite, America’s most trusted journalist.
Hear the story of this dynamic and visionary leader who broke the glass ceiling for women in politics in Kansas City.

The First Female Mayor of KCMO: A Conversation with Kay Barnes

Bob Kendrick listened and learned from the great Buck O’Neil, and the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum never missed a beat. Bob fondly recalls his rise from a Park University basketball player from Crawfordsville Georgia, to the KC Star, to currently helping make the NLBM a must stop on any trip to Kansas City.

Bob Kendrick listened and learned from the great Buck O’Neil, and the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum never missed a beat. Bob fondly recalls his rise from a Park University basketball player from Crawfordsville Georgia, to the KC Star, to currently helping make the NLBM a must stop on any trip to Kansas City.

“Big Sonia” - Sonia Warshawski - Holocaust Survivor

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