Every city has one legendary bar. The kind of place where stories start, friendships grow, and the night never really ends. In Kansas City, that place is Kelly’s Westport Inn.

Standing tall in its original 1800s building, once owned by Daniel Boone’s grandson, Kelly’s isn’t just a bar - it’s a living piece of Kansas City history. Wagon trains once stopped here before heading west, and today, locals still pack the place for cold beer, live music, and good conversation. Oh, and did we mention it’s haunted?

In this episode, Pat Kelly and Dave “Red” Cross share stories of hangovers, high jinks, hauntings, and heart, plus memories of the Grand Old Man (GOM) who gave Kelly’s its name. Whether you love KC nightlife, local lore, or a good ghost story, this episode will make you wish the walls could talk.

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Buckle up, Kansas City—this one’s a wild ride. He’s loud, he’s funny, and he’s been shaking up the airwaves for over three decades. In this episode, we sit down with Johnny Dare, the legendary host of The Johnny Dare Morning Show on 98.9 The Rock, to talk about his journey from high school dropout to one of the most recognizable voices in Midwest radio.

Johnny opens up about 34 years of radio mayhem, the sidekicks and skits that made headlines, and the moments that nearly got him kicked off the air. But behind the “shock jock” persona, you’ll also meet the man with a big heart: the one who started Bikers for Babies, Hope for the Holidays, and Hand Up!

It’s raw, it’s hilarious, and it’s real. Whether you’re a lifelong fan or new to Kansas City radio, this episode captures the chaos, comedy, and compassion that make Johnny Dare a local legend.

• The Black Archives of Mid-America is one of Kansas City’s most important cultural institutions, and at its helm is the dynamic and incredible Dr. Carmaletta Williams. Known locally as Dr. Carma, she’s a scholar, author, and lifelong advocate for preserving the history of African American life and culture. In this episode, Dr. Williams shares her journey from educator to cultural leader, the stories preserved within the Archives, and why protecting and celebrating Black history is vital for future generations.

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  Discover how the Black Archives of Mid-America has become a cornerstone in documenting the Black experience in the Midwest and beyond—through rare photographs, artifacts, and stories that illuminate a legacy of resilience, achievement, and community.