Frank Boal, Sarah McEnerney, Kate Feder, Ben Messner

There's Just Something About Kansas City

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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 eac...

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Frank Boal, Sarah McEnerney, Kate Feder, Ben Messner

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Ian Byrne & Kathy Quinn: Preserving Kansas City's Stories 29.08.2023 44:59

In Episode 4, host Frank Boal is joined by Ian Byrne, the lead singer of The Elders Irish band and master woodworker, who captured the heart of a feisty Mexican-American beauty, WDAF-TV’s Kathy Quinn. From throwing pinecones in Ireland’s County Wicklow to Kansas City. From Ian’s incredible craftsmanship to Kathy’s Emmy Award winning journalism career. What a story! Join Frank Boal, Ian Byrne, and...

Bobby Bell: Legends of the Game 22.08.2023 1:19:23

In Episode 3, host Frank Boal has the incredible honor of sitting down with a true sports icon, Bobby Bell. As a legendary figure in football, Bobby Bell's career and impact on Kansas City's sports culture are immense. This episode is a celebration of his achievements, the challenges he faced, and his enduring connection to the city. ~ Bobby Bell's illustrious football career, including his time w...

Terence O'Malley: Exploring Kansas City's Heritage 15.08.2023 49:14

In Episode 2, host Frank Boal sits down with special guest Terence O'Malley to delve into the rich history of Kansas City and one of it’s most famous women, Nell Donelly, or as she was known “Nellie Don”. Terence, a knowledgeable expert in Kansas City's history, shares fascinating insights into the city's past and how it has shaped its vibrant present. ~ Terence's background and expertise in Kansa...

Tim Grunhard & Bill Maas: Exploring Kansas City with the Crunch Time Crew 08.08.2023 1:02:10

In the inaugural episode of "There's Just Something About Kansas City!" podcast, host Frank Boal is joined by former Kansas City Chiefs players (and longtime friends) Tim Grunhard and Bill Maas. Together, they talk about what brought them to Kansas City, the friendships and family that they built and what eventually helped them make the decision to stay here! ~ Frank introduces Tim and Bill, highl...

"There's Just Something About Kansas City": The Backstory 04.08.2023 3:29

In this special episode, join hosts Frank Boal and his wife Sarah McEnerney-Boal, the creator of the show, as they provide an insightful overview of their podcast's vision. They share Frank's motivation to stay in Kansas City and raise his family here, and Sarah's passion for uncovering the stories of those who choose to stay connected to the city. ~Frank & Sarah introduce themselves and their...