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The Zone airs live weekdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Sports Radio 810 WHB Kansas City, bringing a mix of analysis, opinions and laughs — just not always in that order. From the numbers to the absurd, they have it covered with host Jason Anderson, co-host Sterling Holmes and producer Michael D'Arcy. Mick Shaffer, Todd Leabo and a variety of guests join the show throughout the week, bringing unique... more

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Cody Goodwin of PowerMizzou.com joins to weigh in on Mizzou's huge matchup against Texas. Chris Jones speaks to the media after practice. Sterling and Bethany play Sports or Leisure in the final hour of the show on Thursday.

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Kent Swanson of KCSN joins the show to weigh in on the Chiefs loss to the Broncos at Mile High and breaks down what must change moving forward. Dave Toub, Steve Spagnuolo, and Eric Bieniemy speak to the media on Thursday.

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Daniel Harms of RGR Football & Bleacher Report joins the show to talk Chiefs, WR trade options, and more.

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This morning on Wednesdays edition of The Zone, Sterling is in studio while Jason is remote at Rally House's Independence location. The crew talks about Kansas States recent loss, and the big picture on the CFB Playoff rankings, and which teams are o... more

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Recent Guests

Kendall Gammon
Former Kansas City Chiefs long snapper
Kansas City Chiefs
Episode: Kendall Gammon, Mick Shaffer, Predictions, & CUTS! - Hour 3 & 4
Matt Derrick
Chiefs reporter and host of the 41 Is the Mic podcast
Chief Digest
Episode: Matt Derrick Joins the Show- Hour 2
Jack Johnson
Episode: Brewers Finish the Job- Hour 1
Lee Sterling
Sports handicapper at Paramount Sports
Paramount Sports
Episode: Brewers Finish the Job- Hour 1
Matt Lane
Kansas City Chiefs analyst with KC Sports Network and the KC Laboratory podcast
KC Sports Network
Episode: Matt Lane, Chiefs Presser, Hours 2-3
Michael Westwood
Sports betting handicapper with 43 years in the business.
Episode: World Series reaction, Michael Watson! Hour 1
Emmett Johnson
Chiefs running back
Kansas City Chiefs
Episode: Cynthia Frelund & Chiefs Press Conferences! - Hour 2 & 3
Mitch Benjamin
Owner of Meet Mitch Barbecue and barbecue entrepreneur.
Meet Mitch Barbecue
Episode: Chiefs Kicker Roulette/Meat Mitch! Hour 1
Kent Swanson
Kansas City Chiefs analyst at KC Sports Network and host of the KC Laboratory Podcast.
KC Sports Network
Episode: Kent Swanson & Chiefs Press Conferences! - Hour 2 & 3!

Hosts

Jason Anderson
Host of The Zone, primary moderator and interviewer.
Sterling Holmes
Co-host and on-air contributor, frequent collaborator with hosts.
Michael D'Arcy
Producer, handles pacing, transitions and production elements.

Reviews

4.1 out of 5 stars from 99 ratings
  • Red Bandanna

    Great show. I love your impressions. Your mention of the Man in the Red Bandanna prompts this review- thank you. True hero is right.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    free milk from the cow
    United States2 years ago
  • I love Jason, Josh, Beards

    I started listening to the Zone because I needed a Kansas City radio show to listen to, and I was familiar with Josh from the Postgame shows on 810. I really enjoy Jason as a host, and I think they do a great job talking about the sporting events that people want to hear about!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bear2313
    United States4 years ago
  • Why does Jason shout so much?

    Because he thinks it makes what he’s saying is funny.

    Epic fail.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Yogi212121
    United States5 years ago
  • Needs more variety of guests

    Show kinda feels stale without more guests. Love when Field Yates comes on, and miss Mitch Holthus. More insiders would make this show better, as it is I skip it more often than not.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Adamzme
    United States6 years ago
  • Not worth your time

    This show is 100% dependent on great national guests. Otherwise it’s a 10-2pm black hole featuring the classic sports talk pitfalls of tired forced humor. The host could be tolerable but doesnt add anything really substantive to offset the personality. Not clear why he was 810’s choice for mid day since the other two shows are fantastic. I’m still scratching my head on this hire.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Jasonkeit
    United States6 years ago

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Episodes are strong when national guests join for deeper context.
Listeners appreciate the balance of analysis and banter, with room for improvement in guest variety.
Fans praise Jason's local insight and humor.
Some listeners want more diverse guests beyond regular figures.

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Matt Lane, Chiefs Presser, Hours 2-3
Q: Is the Chiefs-Broncos game one that could decide the AFC West?
Lane says it is one of the season's biggest games because a Chiefs win would give them a 2-0 division record against Denver and a valuable standings and tiebreaker advantage. He also says the Chiefs need to show they can counter the approach Seattle used to stifle them.
Matt Lane, Chiefs Presser, Hours 2-3
Q: Would it be worth signing Justin Tucker based only on his kicking ability, given his recent decline and the possibility of bringing in a younger kicker?
Lane says Tucker may have been the best kicker at the workout, which explains the football decision, but the Chiefs should weigh his recent decline and the broader circumstances. He sees the ideal outcome as Butker improving and remaining the starter.
Kendall Gammon, Mick Shaffer, Predictions, & CUTS! - Hour 3 & 4
Q: How significant is this game on Sunday, and what can it mean for the Chiefs if they win or lose?
Gammon called the Broncos matchup huge, citing analytics that put Kansas City's division chances at 85% with a win and 49% with a loss.
Kendall Gammon, Mick Shaffer, Predictions, & CUTS! - Hour 3 & 4
Q: Can you get a feel early in a game that a team has it more than you do that day?
Gammon said players can sense when momentum is against them. He recalled a Chiefs loss to Cincinnati despite moving the ball well, when a punt return helped swing the game.
Matt Derrick Joins the Show- Hour 2
Q: Do you expect the Chiefs to be motivated to make a trade and bring somebody in?
Derrick said Kansas City is checking options and may want an addition, but he is wary of deadline deals that cost valuable picks without making a meaningful difference in the postseason.

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What is The Zone about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A KC-focused sports talk show pairing sharp analysis with casual banter across football, basketball, and baseball. Episodes routinely cover the Kansas City Chiefs, NFL contract talk, and evolving offensive schemes, alongside Royals trade chatter and college basketball storylines (notably KU). The hosts keep a lively, humor-forward pace with guests ranging from analysts and reporters to former players, often weaving in light anecdotes and local sports culture moments that make discussions feel fast, personal, and highly listener-driven. A standout trait is the mix of deep tactical talk with accessible banter, making it appealing to fans who want both insight and entertainment from a local, daily sports conversation. The show's guests—spannin... more

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Recent guests on The Zone include:

1. Kendall Gammon
2. Matt Derrick
3. Jack Johnson
4. Lee Sterling
5. Matt Lane
6. Michael Westwood
7. Emmett Johnson
8. Mitch Benjamin

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