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Week in Review

Kansas City PBS
Kansas City
Missouri
Jackson County
Kansas City Chiefs
World Cup
Kansas City Royals
Public Safety
Kansas
Crime
Johnson County
Bipartisanship
Abortion Rights
Kansas City, Missouri
Kansas City Police Department
Quinton Lucas
Donald Trump
Kansas Third District Congressional Debate
Healthcare
Police Department
Inflation

Join host Nick Haines as he sits down with Kansas City area newsmakers and journalists to explore the stories and decisions impacting our community.

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Nick Haines, Kris Ketz, Brian Ellison, Eric Wesson and Dave Helling discuss the launch of the World Cup Fan Fest and the early feedback from soccer fans, the concern over crime as a violent weekend in KC leaves 12 shot and two dead, Lee's Summit canc... more

Will Kansas City meet its World Cup moment? Moderated by Nick Haines, this Kansas City PBS town hall covers what the world’s biggest sporting event means for our streets, our security, our businesses — and Kansas City’s reputation. Haines and experts... more

Nick Haines, Savannah Hawley-Bates, Brian Ellison, Charlie Keegan and Dave Helling discuss the battle over redistricting in Missouri and its impact on Emanuel Cleaver, reconsidering the bar hours extension during World Cup, safety concerns causing To... more

Nick Haines, Isabella Ledonne, Brian Ellison, Kris Ketz and Dave Helling discuss reports about underwhelming hotel reservation numbers for the World Cup, construction crews beginning process of removing branding from World Cup stadiums, new vacancies... more

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Recent Guests

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Mario Vazquez
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Savannah Hawley-Bates
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Kacen Bayliss
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Lisa Rodriguez
KCWAS contributor, media and local politics commentator
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Eric Wesson
Commentator, NextPageKC and local media figure
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Host

Nick Haines
Host of Week in Review; KC-area news interviewer with deep local ties

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 31 ratings
  • Best KC podcast

    My favorite way to stay updated on the big stories happening in the area

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    X-Man_95
    United States3 months ago
  • Exactly what I was looking for!

    This is a fantastic podcast for any locals in the KC area. I enjoy listening to podcasts with this format for national and world news, so I’m pleased I found this one focused on local news. The panel format offers some interesting perspectives about what’s happening in the KC area.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    X-Man_95
    United Statesa year ago
  • Predominantly Left

    Unsubscribed. Even the moderator is left. Definitely not balanced.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    dont cancel us
    United States5 years ago
  • volume too low

    I have 15 podcasts on my ipod and this podcast, every week is half the volume of all 14 of my other channels. Please fix your volume issues.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    jamesInSpringfield
    United States5 years ago
  • A panel of experts agree on the issues

    Good info, well produced, and a charming British accent by the host. It’s also laughably one side left leaning editorializing by the members of the panel.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Andy Flattery
    United States6 years ago

Listeners Say

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Guests bring strong regional expertise and credible context for local issues.
Production volume issues appear to be a recurring listener gripe.
Strong KC focus with real-world local impact.
Balanced panel with diverse local voices on governance.
Some listeners feel the tone skews left; others praise in-depth policy discussions.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Week in Review - Nov 21, 2025
Q: What is the plan for handling rising property crime, and how does the new Crime Strategies Unit change the landscape?
The unit targets key offenders, expands prosecution capacity with law students, and uses data to drive charges, while maintaining a broad community safety strategy that includes diversion programs and public dashboards.
Week in Review - Nov 21, 2025
Q: There's a lot of chatter about a downtown Royals ballpark vs. others. Where do you stand on location and what informs that stance?
Downtown makes sense given events, accessibility, and existing infrastructure; we will continue to evaluate options with a focus on balancing public sentiment, economic impact, and long-term city needs.
Week in Review - Nov 21, 2025
Q: Mr. Mayor, with a $100 million budget deficit and a hiring freeze, how do you prioritize spending while keeping essential services running?
We focus on belt-tightening, prioritizing protected programs, and using dedicated funds for capital projects to avoid draining the General Fund, while pursuing revenue strategies and maintaining bond health to support long-term initiatives.
Week in Review - Jul 25, 2025
Q: What should be left on his to-do list before he leaves office?
Crime occupies the first nine places on the list; it is the number one problem.
Week in Review - Jul 25, 2025
Q: If you were in that meeting, what would be the biggest item you would put on his final to-do list?
To do something about the crime and homelessness.

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A fast-moving, panel-driven program focused on Kansas City regional news, politics, and policy with regular contributions from local journalists, city officials, and policy analysts. Episodes frequently center on governance, urban development, public safety, infrastructure, and major regional events (e.g., stadium advances, World Cup preparations), often weaving in real-time updates, legislative twists, and voter implications. A distinguishing element is the rotating cast of seasoned local reporters and commentators who provide cross-media perspectives, making it a practical listen for executives and communications teams tracking civic trends and opportunities for engagement or sponsorship in the KC region.

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1. Stacey Graves
2. Mario Vazquez
3. Savannah Hawley-Bates
4. Patrick Tuohey
5. Charlie Keegan
6. David Hudnall
7. Kacen Bayliss
8. Lisa Rodriguez

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