When some people hear “historical society,” they think… boring. But the story of Overland Park is anything but.

In this episode of There’s Just Something About Kansas City, we’re joined by Brad Moore, Executive Director of the Overland Park Historical Society, for a deep dive into the people, places, and moments that shaped one of the largest cities in Johnson County.

Brad is more than a historian — he’s a storyteller, preservationist, and passionate advocate for bringing local history to life in fresh, engaging ways. From little-known stories and hidden gems to the legends of downtown Overland Park, he shares how history connects communities and gives deeper meaning to the places we live.

Frank is joined by his wife Sarah, Brad’s elementary school classmate, in hosting a conversation that blends personal stories with fascinating local insight.

Whether you’re a lifelong resident or new to the area, this episode will change the way you see Overland Park — and prove that history is anything but boring.

For more than 50 years, Rainy Day Books has been at the heart of Kansas City’s literary community, connecting passionate readers with some of the biggest authors in the world.

In this episode of There’s Just Something About Kansas City, we sit down with Annie Krieg, General Manager of Rainy Day Books, to explore the story behind this beloved independent bookstore and its lasting impact on Kansas City.

Founded by Vivien Jennings and Roger Doeren, Rainy Day Books became a national model for author events, hosting literary icons like Stephen King, Walter Cronkite, Anne Rice, and even Bill and Hillary Clinton.

Now entering its next chapter, the store has been acquired by the Kansas City-based team behind Made in Kansas City, ensuring it remains locally-rooted for decades to come.

Annie shares how Rainy Day Books grew into a literary hub, what makes independent bookstores so essential in today’s world, and why community-centered spaces like this still matter more than ever.

This episode is about books, connection, and the magic that happens when a city gathers around stories.

🎧 A must-listen for readers, writers, and anyone who loves Kansas City.

There’s no better way to celebrate St. Patrick's Day than with Kansas City’s favorite Irishman, Eddie Delahunt.

Born and raised in Dublin, Eddie shares the remarkable story of his journey from Ireland to Kansas City. Along the way, he reflects on his early life in Dublin as his father worked for Guinness, his years sailing the world in the Irish Merchant Marine, and the path that eventually brought him to the American Midwest.

In this special St. Patrick’s Day episode, Eddie talks about discovering Kansas City, why he decided to stay, and how music became the thread connecting every chapter of his life.

You’ll also hear Eddie perform a few of his favorite songs as he shares stories from a life filled with travel, music, and the enduring spirit of Ireland.

So pour yourself something green and celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with the one and only Eddie Delahunt.

Former Kansas City, Kansas mayor Joe Reardon has spent much of his career working at the intersection of public service, economic development, and regional collaboration. Today, he serves as President and CEO of the Greater Kansas City Chamber of Commerce, where he plays a key role in shaping the future of the Kansas City region.

In this episode, Reardon reflects on his time leading Kansas City, Kansas, sharing lessons learned while navigating major civic challenges and working to grow the community. He discusses why cooperation across the state line between Kansas and Missouri is essential to the region’s long-term success.

Reardon also talks about the Chamber’s priorities for strengthening the regional economy, supporting businesses of all sizes, and elevating Kansas City’s national reputation as a place to live, work, and build a business.

From city hall to the boardroom, Reardon shares his perspective on leadership, regional partnerships, and what it will take for Kansas City to compete—and thrive—in the years ahead.

This one is personal.

Brie Morgan Bauer is someone I’ve known since she was three years old — my youngest daughter’s closest friend and someone our family loves dearly. But Brie’s story is now known far beyond Kansas City.

If you follow @BeauandBrie on social media, you may already know that Brie survived a devastating case of Streptococcal Toxic Shock Syndrome (STSS) — a rare and life-threatening bacterial infection. What makes her story even more extraordinary is that both she and her newborn son, Beau, survived.

It was, in every sense, a double miracle.

The infection led to the loss of all four of Brie’s limbs. But this episode is not just about survival — it’s about resilience. It’s about refusing to let trauma define you. It’s about motherhood, identity, and finding purpose in unimaginable circumstances.

Today, Brie channels that purpose into advocacy through Brie’s Hope, the foundation she created dedicated to saving lives through sepsis awareness, early detection, and compassionate support for those navigating life after limb loss. Through Brie’s Hope, she is building community, offering encouragement, and helping others navigate their own recovery journeys with dignity and strength.

In this deeply moving conversation, Brie shares what happened, how she fought to recover, and why she is committed to turning her experience into hope for others.

This is a story about resilience, faith, family, and the extraordinary ways people can rise above their circumstances and help others do the same.

Before he became President of Union Broadcasting, Chad Boeger was already an entrepreneur.

In kindergarten, he was buying Jolly Ranchers for two cents and selling them for five. By junior high and high school, he was running a thriving lawn care business. In college at the University of Kansas, he hustled any way he could to make ends meet, fully expecting to use his business degree to become an investment banker.

But a passion for sports changed everything.

In this episode of There’s Just Something About Kansas City, Chad shares how he went from earning $6.50 an hour selling ad space in a weekly newspaper to helping launch Kansas City’s first all-sports radio station, 810 WHB, and eventually becoming President of Union Broadcasting.

We go behind the scenes of building a sports media brand from the ground up: navigating risk, betting on a format no one knew would work, and helping shape Kansas City’s sports conversation for decades.

It’s a story about hustle, timing, entrepreneurship, and the power of following your passion, even when it leads somewhere completely unexpected.

🎧 A must-listen for sports fans, aspiring entrepreneurs, and anyone curious how great media companies get built.

As the world tunes in to the Winter Olympics, we revisit one of the most iconic moments in sports history — the 1980 “Miracle on Ice.”

In February 1980, the United States was emerging from a decade marked by recession, gas shortages, and national uncertainty. Then, in Lake Placid, New York, a group of young American hockey players stunned the world by defeating the dominant Soviet Union team, the feared Red Army, in what many still consider the greatest upset in sports history.

Our guest, Ken Morrow, was a defenseman on that gold medal-winning U.S. Men’s National Hockey Team. He shares what it felt like that night, the mindset of legendary coach Herb Brooks, and even reads a powerful letter Brooks wrote to the team months later explaining why he pushed them so relentlessly.

After the Olympics, Morrow went on to win four Stanley Cups with the New York Islanders, cementing an extraordinary professional career.

But this conversation also hits close to home. Ken has lived in Kansas City for more than 20 years and currently serves as President of KCIce, helping grow the sport at the grassroots level. We talk about what brought him to Kansas City, the state of hockey in the Midwest, and what makes this city such a special place to build a life and legacy.

This is more than a hockey story: it’s about leadership, belief, community, and the places we choose to call home.

🎧 A timely and inspiring listen during the Winter Games, and just one more reason Kansas City can call itself a city of champions.

Almost erased from mainstream history, Sarah Rector was a young Black girl whose life defied every expectation of her time.

In 1907, through the Dawes Allotment Act, Sarah — a descendant of formerly enslaved people — was granted 160 acres of land in Oklahoma. The land was considered undesirable and difficult to farm. But beneath it lay oil. When a well struck crude, Sarah became one of the richest Black children in American history, and that well is still producing today.

In this episode of There’s Just Something About Kansas City, historian and educator Diane Euston brings Sarah Rector’s remarkable story to life — far beyond what’s portrayed in the film Sarah’s Oil, which focuses only on her early years.

Diane shares how national leaders like Booker T. Washington and W.E.B. Du Bois advocated for Sarah’s education at the Tuskegee Institute, why she eventually moved to Kansas City, and how she became one of the most prominent socialites in KC history — Black or white.

We explore her marriage at 18, her children, and the Kansas City home that still stands today — where she hosted icons such as Count Basie, Duke Ellington, Joe Louis, Jack Johnson, Josh Gibson, and the Kansas City Monarchs.

It’s a powerful story of wealth, resilience, race, education, and legacy — and a vital chapter of Kansas City history that deserves to be remembered.

🎧 A must-listen for history lovers, KC locals, and anyone inspired by untold American stories.