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Week in Review

Kansas City PBS
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Jackson County
Kansas City Chiefs
Kansas City Royals
Public Safety
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Johnson County
Crime
Kansas City, Missouri
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Donald Trump
Kansas Third District Congressional Debate
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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, Brian Ellison, Yvette Walker, Kevin Collison and Dave Helling discuss the KCMO City Council failing to address the stadium vote initiative, concerns by San Francisco Tower residents over construction impacts, using public funds for the P... more

Nick Haines, Lisa Rodriguez, Charlie Keegan, Eric Wesson and Dave Helling discuss the details and remaining questions about the Royals new stadium plan, the bribery trial for Jackson County Executive Phil LeVota, the battle over Missouri redistrictin... more

In this pledge edition of Week in Review, Nick Haines, Brian Ellison, Kacen Bayless, Abigail Vegter and Kyle Palmer examine the results of this week's primary election including the Kansas Governor and U.S. Senate races, Missouri House races and amen... more

Nick Haines, Eric Wesson, Kyle Palmer, Kris Ketz and Dave Helling discuss the departure of KCMO Police Chief Stacey Graves after less than four years in the role and who might replace her, the disruption at the Royals stadium town hall meeting, the l... more

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Tracy DeMaria
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Episode: Week in Review - Aug 7, 2026
Sarah Stewart
Judge referenced in ads
Episode: On the Ballot | Special
Kris Kobach
Kansas Attorney General and proponent of direct election of Supreme Court justices
Attorney General of Kansas
Episode: On the Ballot | Special
Micah Kubic
Executive Director, ACLU of Kansas; chair of Vote No campaign
ACLU of Kansas
Episode: On the Ballot | Special
Matthew Harris
Park University political scientist
Park University
Episode: On the Ballot | Special
Abigail Vegter
Political scientist, William Jewell College
William Jewell College
Episode: On the Ballot | Special
Kevin Collison
Mr. City Scene KC, former development reporter
City Scene KC
Episode: Week in Review - Jul 17, 2026
Yvette Walker
Chief editorial contributor to Your Kansas City Star
Your Kansas City Star
Episode: Week in Review - Jul 10, 2026
Mara Rose Williams
Senior opinion columnist
The Kansas City Star
Episode: Week in Review - Jun 26, 2026

Hosts

Nick Haines
Host of Week in Review; long-running KC-area journalist and moderator
Dave Helling
News columnist with deep local political/civic context

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 32 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 States5 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

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Listener critiques sometimes cite perceived political leanings and balance concerns.
High production quality and in-depth coverage of KC-area issues are commonly noted.
Balanced panel with strong local journalism pedigree provides diverse viewpoints.

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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 roundtable-style local news show that brings together veteran journalists, analysts, and public officials to discuss Kansas City area stories, governance, and policy. Episodes frequently cover municipal finance, election dynamics, city development, infrastructure, and major regional events, with on-air banter that provides multiple perspectives. Notable strengths include a consistent panel of accomplished local reporters and a clear focus on how decisions affect the community, from stadium financing to public safety and urban planning. This format is likely appealing to listeners who want in-depth, civically engaged discussion with context from seasoned media voices and public sector insiders.

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1. Tracy DeMaria
2. Sarah Stewart
3. Kris Kobach
4. Micah Kubic
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6. Abigail Vegter
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8. Yvette Walker

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