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Heart & Goal (All things Kansas City & Soccer)

Heart & Goal (All things Kansas City & Soccer)

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Heart & Goal is Kansas City’s front-row seat to the world’s biggest soccer moment. Each episode dives into the matches, the madness and the magic unfolding across the region, from match-day energy and fan celebrations to food, neighborhoods and local culture. With behind-the-scenes stories, interviews with interesting characters and more, this is your all-access pass to everything happening around the tournament — and to the energy, culture and chaos that come with hosting the world’s game.

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Episodes
  • Welcoming the World

    Welcoming the World
    Feb 12 2026

    Nate Bukaty and Matt Besler sit down with KC2026 CEO Pam Kramer to go behind the scenes of Kansas City’s World Cup preparation. From the journey to becoming a host city to what 650,000-plus visitors will mean for the region, they dive into the planning, partnerships and momentum building across the metro. Plus, get a breakdown of the new 48-team format, a spirited debate about BBQ and so much more!

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    56 mins
  • Kicking Things Off

    Kicking Things Off
    Feb 5 2026

    In our debut episode, Nate Bukaty and Matt Besler set the stage for Kansas City’s biggest soccer moment yet. They share their KC roots, their love of the game and what they’re most excited to see when the world arrives in 2026.
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    4 mins
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