There's Just Something About Kansas City Frank Boal

Becky Cline, Director of the Disney Archives, and George Guastello, Union Station’s President & CEO walk us through the celebration of 100 years of Disney magic at the Disney100 Exhibition at Union Station! For 100 years, Walt Disney’s magic has spread throughout the world and Tinkerbell’s pixie dust continues to touch us all. Becky and George take us on a magical ride through the early life of the “Man from Marceline” and his formative years in Kansas City. Walt Disney’s drive, determination, vision and genius is truly inspirational. Come along and relive your childhood as Disney comes alive at Union Station, and be sure to check out Disney 100 at Union Station, running late May-November 2024!
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From rock and roll drummer to executive director of Steps of Faith, Shawnee native Billy Brimblecom has done a little bit of everything. After losing a leg to cancer in his 20’s, Brimblecom felt determined to continue to live life with the same vigor as before — and he found a passion for helping others do the same. Through Steps of Faith, Brimblecom helps others navigate the challenges amputees face, including the sometimes insurmountable financial hurdles associated with prosthetics. Brimblecom and his good friend Jason Sudeikis throw the annual “Thundergong!” gala at the Uptown Theater every November to raise money to help with the cost of prosthetics for those whose insurance won’t cover them. The husband, father, “Summer Breeze” drummer, and self-proclaimed sneakerhead talks music, faith, giving back, Air Jordans, and the beauty of Kansas City. 
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After serving as an intelligence officer during the war in Afghanistan, Jason Kander returned home and launched a political career where he almost ran for President of the United States. But when he unexpectedly dropped out of politics to go face-to-face against his PTSD and depression, a new mission began. Kander founded the Afghan Rescue Project, an initiative that successfully rescued 383 Afghan collaborators and their family members left behind after the 2021 American withdrawal. Now serving as president of the Veterans Community Project, Kander is on a lifelong crusade to help veterans overcome their own issues with PTSD, depression and homelessness. His is an inspiring story.
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Boulevard Brewing is in great hands. 

Executive Vice President Bobby Dykstra picked up right where founder John McDonald left off and never skipped a beat. From its humble, local beginnings back in the late ‘80’s, to a brand that can be found in 45 states and 11 foreign countries, Bobby takes us back through Boulevard's history and what's “on tap” for the future. Bobby is so good at his job that he's been dubbed a “Knight of Belgium Beer,”  and that’s an incredible honor. So next time you see him roaming the brewery floors, say hi to Sir Bobby Dykstra, a well-earned title. Cheers!
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He’s back! Terence O’Malley is our first return guest —and for good reason. The last time around, Terence and Frank explored the fascinating story of Nelly Don, her kidnapping, her rescue and the Kansas City Mafia’s role in the incident.


This time, Terence, who wrote the definitive history of the KC Mafia called “Black Hand/Strawman”, explores the origins of organized crime in KC with its intricate web of alliances, rivalries and criminal enterprises that defined the history of the criminal underworld in KC.
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Curt Nelson, the director of The KC Royals Hall of Fame, not only knows the storied history of the “boys in blue”, but he takes us all the back to the beginnings of pro baseball in KC. Curt has fascinating stories about iconic players, memorable moments and the rich heritage that has shaped this franchise’s history. This is a must listen for every Royals fan.
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