Trent & Julie Green: Chiefs to Charity in Kansas City
Trent Green, the former NFL quarterback for the Kansas City Chiefs, and his wife Julie Green, have become one of the most beloved power couples in Kansas City. After 15 seasons in the NFL, with time in San Diego, Washington D.C., and St. Louis, Trent and Julie chose to raise their family and give back to the community in Kansas City.In this episode of There’s Just Something About Kansas City, we dive into their personal story—how they met, married, and raised three athletic children while living under the media spotlight. The Greens talk about why Kansas City felt like home, and how they got involved in incredible local charities like the Ronald McDonald House Kansas City and Children’s Mercy Hospital.Whether you're a fan of Chiefs football, inspiring family stories, or Kansas City nonprofits, this conversation with Trent and Julie Green is a heartwarming look at leadership, love, and giving back in Kansas City.
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Kyle Talbot: Kansas City’s Ambassador Returns
In this episode, we welcome back Kyle Talbot — popular Kansas City YouTube influencer, local personality, real estate agent, and the honorary “Mayor of Waldo.” Known for spotlighting KC’s culture, neighborhoods, and growth, Kyle returns to share fresh insights on what's happening across the city in 2025.We talk about:The future of Kansas City’s riverfront developmentExpansion of the Kansas City streetcarThe best neighborhoods in KC for young homebuyersHow KC is evolving and gaining attention nationally and globallyWhether you’re a lifelong Kansas Citian or new to the area, this episode gives you a hyper-local, insider’s look at the city’s momentum. Don’t miss Kyle’s take on what makes Kansas City one of the most exciting places to live right now.Listen now and discover why there’s just something about Kansas City.
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Bob Regnier: A Legacy of Leadership & Giving
The Regnier name is woven into the fabric of Kansas City. In this inspiring episode, Bob Regnier shares the powerful story of his family’s legacy of philanthropy and business—from his parents, Vic and Helen Regnier, to the charitable work he and his wife Ann continue today.Bob reflects on how his father’s relentless work ethic and commitment to community shaped his own path—from helping build the iconic Ranchmart Shopping Center to founding a community-focused bank, Bank of Blue Valley. Through it all, the Regniers have used their success to give back, creating foundations that uplift and support those in need.Tune in to hear how one family’s vision and generosity continue to shape the KC metro—and why their story is far from over.Whether you’re passionate about Kansas City history, local entrepreneurship, or community impact, this is a story that will leave you inspired.
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Madi Lamb: Building Community through the Quarter Life Club
Madi Lamb is a Kansas City native & the founder of Quarter Life Club, a social club for helping twentysomethings “in the mood to meet people” connect in a meaningful way. At 25, Madi hit the dreaded “quarter life crisis”. She was having trouble meeting people, and she quickly discovered she wasn’t the only one. Thanks in part to the distance that stemmed from covid and remote work, many in her generation seemed to be struggling to build community.Madi decided to do something about it. Both inspired & disenchanted by dating apps, she began hosting casual meetups for others looking to connect. 500 members and 4 cities later, the Quarter Life Club has taken off and is sparking friendships, relationships, and meaningful connections all over the country — with Kansas City’s club leading the way. We’re joined by Madi’s KC Advocate, Brandon Krekel, who works at the KC Chamber of Commerce and shares how Madi’s vision and the QLC is impacting small businesses all over the region.
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Len Dawson Jr: The Legacy of Chiefs & Pro Football Hall of Famer Lenny Dawson
Len Dawson Jr. has had quite the life. Sure, it hasn’t always been easy being the son of Chiefs icon Lenny Dawson, but being on the sidelines and in the locker room while his famous father was quarterbacking the Chiefs had a lot of perks. Len shares his life story, from his wild teenage years to the decisions that brought him back to calling Kansas City home.We know all the stats — Len Jr tells the stories that helped build the legend of “Lenny the Cool!!”
“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.
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