
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... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 19 | Founded | 6 months ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | SoccerSports | |||

Nate Bukaty sits down with Kansas City Mayor Quentin Lucas to discuss the city’s final preparations for the biggest event in its history.
From transportation, infrastructure and security to Fan Fest, local businesses and the arrival of teams from ar... more
Nate Bukaty is joined by Graham Zusi and Diego Gutierrez for the first-ever live edition of Heart & Goal as Kansas City prepares to kick off the 2026 World Cup.
The group reflects on Zusi’s journey to the 2014 World Cup, shares behind-the-scenes sto... more
This week, Nate Bukaty hosts John Moncke, President of Power & Light to discuss the upcoming World Cup, growth in the city and more!
From holding Premier League events to hosting the defending champs, hear why John thinks that the “Soccer Capital of... more
KC26 Director of Fan Festival and Events Mallory Cage joins Nate Bukaty and Benny Feilhaber to break down the massive entertainment lineup, fan experiences and celebrations coming to Kansas City during the World Cup.
From FIFA Fan Festival at the Na... more
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A newsy, city- and world-stage soccer show that centers on Kansas City as a hub for hosting major events and highlighting the people, culture, and logistics around the world's game. Episodes commonly feature veteran players, city leaders, broadcasters, and local journalists who share behind-the-scenes stories, leadership lessons, and practical insights about World Cup preparations, fan experiences, and the region's soccer ecosystem. Noteworthy is the mix of storied KC figures, deep dives into hosting logistics, and playful banter that blends sports lore with civic pride, making it useful for listeners who want both tactical context and local color as World Cup moments unfold. The format tends to pair former players with hosts for insider pe... more
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Recent guests on Heart & Goal include:
1. Mallory Cage
2. Dr. Matthew Naylor
3. Chad Reynolds
4. Mike Walker
5. Nico Cantor
6. Ike Opara
7. Sam McDowell
8. Matt Besler
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