Best Josh from Missouri Podcasts (2025)

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For Legacy NHRA Royalty Melanie Johnson, Speed is in the Blood. Victory is in the DNA. 1:03:35

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Born into drag racing royalty, Melanie Johnson—daughter of legendary NHRA crew chief Alan Johnson and niece of four-time Top Alcohol Dragster champion Blaine Johnson—is fueled by heritage, precision, and an unstoppable drive, now forging her own path toward championship glory. Connect with Melanie here: https://melaniejohnsonracing.com https://www.…

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Josh & Craig Explore Uranus! (Missouri) 55:19

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Send us a text Ever wondered what happens when two location-based gaming enthusiasts walk into a town called Uranus? This episode takes you on a journey to one of Route 66's most memorable roadside attractions—Uranus, Missouri—a place built entirely on juvenile humor and unexpected charm. Discover the fascinating backstory of how this quirky destin…

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Josh Hawley's own brand of populism 15:00

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Sen. Josh Hawley spent his first time in office building up his reputation as an arch-conservative — and in the Jan. 6 insurrection linked himself to President Trump and the MAGA movement. But in several ways, the Missouri senator is also positioning himself as a champion of the working class. Robert Draper, domestic politics reporter for the New Y…

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Food recs: The best late-night eats in Kansas City 44:35

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Maybe you’re working late, or maybe you caught a concert or show downtown — sometimes, you just need a good meal after the dinner hour. Here’s where to eat out in Kansas City after 10 p.m.By Brian Ellison, Claudia Brancart

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He visited his grandpa's grave in Mexico. The U.S. blocked his return 12:15

3d ago12:15

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A Roeland Park man legally protected under Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals was not allowed to reenter the United States after visiting a family grave in Mexico. He's now back on U.S. soil, after he sued the Trump administration. Hear what Evenezer Cortez Martinez has to say about his experience. Cortez Martinez and his attorney Rekha Sharma-…

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Ketanji Brown Jackson accepts Truman Foundation's 'Good Neighbor Award' in Kansas City 44:36

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Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson visited Kansas City on Thursday to accept the Good Neighbor Award from the Truman Foundation. She joined KCUR's Up To Date to discuss what it is like to be a justice in this politically-charged era of government as well as her bestselling autobiography "Lovely One."…

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Spinning Tree Theatre and other Kansas City arts organizations stripped of federal arts grants 16:39

4d ago16:39

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Arts organization in Kansas City are under financial pressure after the Trump administration rescinded grants from the National Endowment for the Arts. Spinning Tree Theatre is one of hundreds of organizations who were notified by email last week that their grant had been withdrawn.By Steve Kraske, Elizabeth Ruiz

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Virtual teachers are filling more classes in Kansas City, Kansas 11:34

4d ago11:34

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As the ongoing teacher shortage persists, school districts like Kansas City, Kansas Public Schools are using virtual teachers to get by. The number of students learning from remote, on-screen instructors has more than doubled, despite the move being intended as a stopgap. Kansas City, Kansas Public Schools first implemented virtual instruction thre…

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What does it mean to be truly free? A Kansas professor says our ancient ancestors have the answer 19:30

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In "The Psychology of Liberty: Reclaiming Everyday Freedom," University of Kansas professor Dr. Barbara Kerr defines freedom as having the time to play, gossip and create in community — all activities our ancient ancestors prioritized.By Steve Kraske, Claudia Brancart

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Federal government cuts are hitting Kansas City's HUD office 11:13

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The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development office in Kansas City is dealing with federal government cuts. How will vital community resources be impacted? Kansas City's HUD office provides a variety of critical services to the community, including fair housing investigations, disaster relief and tenant support. But due to recent federal go…

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Catholics will soon elect a new pope. Here's what happens in the conclave 18:18

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On Wednesday, cardinals — some of the highest-ranking clergy — will sequester to choose a new pope for the Catholic Church. Here's how the process works, and how it compares to the way it was depicted in the 2024 film "Conclave."By Steve Kraske, Halle Jackson

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How This Principal Fixed a Failing School Culture to Hit the Top 5% - Amy Galloway 53:44

2d ago53:44

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In this episode of An Imperfect Leader: The Superintendents and Leadership Podcast, Peter Stiepleman sits down with Dr. Amy Galloway, former principal, state education leader, and co-founder of Pivot School Improvement Leaders. As a school leader, Amy led one of Tennessee’s most dramatic school turnarounds, moving a neighborhood school in Nashville…

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KCUR leaders on the executive order to defund NPR and member stations 18:17

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President Trump signed an executive order directing the Corporation for Public Broadcasting to immediately cut funding for NPR and its member stations. KCUR's general manager and interim director of content explain what we know about the impact to KCUR and Classical KC.By Steve Kraske, Zach Wilson, Elizabeth Ruiz, Claudia Brancart

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What federal cuts to public media mean for Kansas City 13:45

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President Trump signed an executive order that aims to end federal funding for NPR and PBS. What does this mean for your local public media outlets? Hear KCUR’s general manager describe what this means for our station. Last week, President Donald Trump signed an executive order directing the Corporation for Public Broadcasting to cease direct and i…

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E152 – Son of Man 39:48

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Jesus frequently refers to himself as the Son of Man. But what does this mean? Is this just an awkward way of referring to himself in the third person? Is he trying to communicate something from Old Testament prophesy that would apply to him? And why does the early church all but abandon this title after the gospels? Come dive into this mysterious …

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How Missouri's Josh Hawley wields his own flavor of populism on Capitol Hill 14:15

7d ago14:15

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The senior U.S. senator from Missouri is known for his raised fist in solidarity with Trump supporters on January 6, and he was the first Republican senator to object to the 2020 election results. He's also positioned himself as a champion of working class Americans.By Steve Kraske, Claudia Brancart

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A preview of Missouri lawmakers' final weeks in session 15:00

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Missouri lawmakers are still wrestling with abortion rights, paid sick leave, tax cuts and the state budget. What's ahead for the General Assembly in the last two weeks of this legislative session? KCUR's Brian Ellison spoke with Rudi Keller, deputy editor of the Missouri Independent, to get up to speed on what to watch the next two weeks. Contact …

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Could Kansas Panasonic plant get hit in Trump's campaign against clean energy? 7:57

4d ago7:57

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The changing political landscape around clean energy makes for an uncertain future for Kansas students training for jobs at the multi-billion-dollar Panasonic Energy plant in De Soto, Kansas.By Steve Kraske, Elizabeth Ruiz

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Kansas City wants to reinvest in Prospect Avenue. Here's what's being considered 16:24

5d ago16:24

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The ProspectUS plan lays out guidelines for the city to invest in the neighborhoods along Prospect Avenue — without displacing neighbors who live there.By Steve Kraske, Halle Jackson

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A child welfare bill is heading to Missouri Gov. Mike Kehoe's desk. What's in it? 15:08

10d ago15:08

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A child welfare bill that passed through both chambers of the Missouri General Assembly this week will raise the minimum age for marriage from 16 to 18. House Minority Leader Ashley Aune, a Democrat from Platte County, says this will prevent young women from being victimized.By Steve Kraske, Zach Wilson

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A 'Star Wars' museum that's not far, far away 11:13

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After Duncan Jenkins saw "Star Wars" for the first time, he embarked on a lifelong obsession. The Kansas City man has now amassed nearly 200,000 pieces of memorabilia — the second most complete collection in the world — stored in a museum next to his house. As die-hard Star Wars fans celebrate "May the Fourth" this weekend, and Kansas City’s Nation…

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5 Questions: Kathy Nelson of Visit KC and the Greater Kansas City Sports Commission 26:50

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Kathy Nelson is the president and CEO of both Visit KC and the Greater Kansas City Sports Commission and Foundation. She joined KCUR's Up To Date for our series "5 Questions."By Steve Kraske, Elizabeth Ruiz

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Many Kansas City kids could lose free school meals 10:36

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Free school lunch is a life-changing resource for kids in Kansas City. But for many families, potential federal budget cuts threaten to take the vital service away. It’s a feat for Kansas City, Kansas, Public Schools to offer free lunch to more than 20,000 students every day. But school nutrition teams across the metro worry that job could get hard…

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Kansas City women look back on experiences in Vietnam War, 50 years after the fall of Saigon 36:03

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On April 30, 1975, the city of Saigon in South Vietnam fell to the North Vietnamese forces, marking the end of the nearly 20-year Vietnam War. These are the stories of three Kansas Citians with direct ties to the conflict.By Steve Kraske, Claudia Brancart

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This Independence program delivers support, not just emergency aid, to 911 callers 14:16

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In Independence, Missouri, an emergency response program called ARCH pairs social workers with paramedics to better address 911 calls. By focusing on specialized immediate care and long-term support, ARCH aims to meet people where they are — and free up police and fire services for other emergencies.…

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Why some Midwesterners are renting backyard chickens 10:35

12d ago10:35

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Backyard chickens are really popular this year, in part due to the high cost of eggs. Some people are even renting chickens. In recent years, more and more people have welcomed chickens to their backyards. But for those who aren’t ready to fully commit, renting chickens is an option. Chicken rental businesses will provide everything you need, such …

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Count Basie Orchestra got its start in Kansas City. It's returning to celebrate 90 years 22:59

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On Wednesday, April 30, the Count Basie Orchestra will celebrate 90 years swinging at the Kansas City Music Hall. "Everybody in the orchestra will be featured. And we'll just be doing what Mr. Basie began in 1935," director Scotty Barnhart told Up To Date.By Steve Kraske, Claudia Brancart

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Speaking the Same Language: Communication Strategies for Bridging Divides with Lori Weigel and Jonathan Voss 1:08:43

9d ago1:08:43

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In this episode of An Imperfect Leader: The Superintendents and Leadership Podcast, I sit down with Lori Weigel, Principal at New Bridge Strategy, and Jonathan Voss, Former-Partner at Lake Research Partners and Founder of Voss Research and Strategy. Two leaders from opposite ends of the political spectrum who are united by a common mission: to help…

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Could Kansas City learn from Houston's success combatting homelessness? 19:23

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Since 2012, homelessness in Houston has decreased more than 60%. As Kansas City continues its own efforts, the woman who developed Houston's strategy will speak at the Kansas City Public Library next week.By Steve Kraske, Halle Jackson

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Is KCPD making progress on cases of missing Black people? 14:30

13d ago14:30

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Black people are reported missing in higher numbers than white people relative to their population, according to recent data. Some families believe the newly reinstated Missing Persons Unit of the Kansas City Police Department isn’t doing enough to address that. Plus: How the University of Missouri is handling reports of immigration enforcement aut…

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E151 – Our Evangelical Legacy 47:47

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In 500 years, what will the legacy of Evangelicalism be? Or better yet, if you had the chance to steer the ship, what would you choose as the legacy of Evangelicalism? In this episode, we consider one author’s answer to that question and mull over the ways that we would like to influence the course of events. What are your thoughts? Follow us on: h…

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Cruisin' with Kendra Sommer: Igniting Global Car Culture with Tenacious Flair and Unstoppable Drive 56:11

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Kendra Sommer is in an On-Air Personality at Cruisin With Kendra and CEO at CWK Media. A dynamic and influential figure in the automotive and marine industries, blending her journalism roots with entrepreneurial ventures. Her work through CWK Media and "Cruisin' with Kendra" continues to shape car culture & promote industry engagement worldwide suc…

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Kansas City's interim city manager says she wants to prioritize transparency 22:47

11d ago22:47

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Kimiko Gilmore has filled in as Kansas City's acting city manager since Brian Platt was fired last month. She's now a finalist for the permanent job, and says the city needs to be "building confidence with the community."By Steve Kraske, Zach Wilson

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"The Boring Town Challenge" w/ Jeff Wagg 1:09:55

10d ago1:09:55

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Send us a text Jeff Wagg returns to the podcast with a special travel challenge as he explores three supposedly "boring" American towns and reveals the fascinating stories, attractions, and historical significance hidden within each location. • Bagley, Minnesota (pop. 1,305) offers beautiful Lake Lomond with its haunting loon population, the legend…

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Missouri international students push back 15:00

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Five international college students in Missouri filed a federal lawsuit challenging the Department of Homeland Security's termination of their visas. And although the Trump Administration backed off the terminations on Friday, the students’ battle — and their uncertainty about their future legal status in the U.S. — continues. Brian Ellison spoke w…

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