Rephonic
Artwork for Up To Date

Up To Date

KCUR Studios
Kansas City
World Cup
Kansas City, United States
Missouri
Jackson County
Kansas
Kansas City, Missouri
KCUR
Redistricting
World Cup 2026
Midwest Innocence Project
Missouri Budget
Frank Lloyd Wright
Public Safety
Data Centers
Housing Bill
Conversion Therapy
Mental Health
Royals
Education

What Kansas City cares about. Up To Date brings people together for daily conversations about what’s happening in our region and how it affects our lives. Featuring interviews with artists, lawmakers, experts and everyday residents, plus original reporting from the KCUR newsroom, Up To Date keeps our city connected. Email the show at uptodate@kcur.org

PublishesDailyEpisodes192Founded13 years ago
Number of ListenersCategory
News

Listen to this Podcast

Artwork for Up To Date

Latest Episodes

Nurses want Kansas City’s largest healthcare system to increase security at hospitals. The demands follow the shooting death of a visitor at Centerpoint Medical Center in Independence, Missouri. The suspect charged in the death was a patient at the h... more

With midterms finally upon us, KCUR’s Up To Date took a deeper look at the key races Kansas and Missouri voters will decide at the polls Tuesday, and answer questions submitted by listeners.

Once Children’s Mercy hospital becomes out of network for her family, Christy Moreno may have to seek specialty treatment in Mexico or Canada. She says the cancellation of the family’s insurance has put her child in a life-or-death situation.

The Golden Scoop in Overland Park, which hires people with developmental and intellectual disabilities, is closing the doors on its flagship store and going mobile with an ice cream truck. CEO Amber Schreiber said employees will learn new skills and ... more

Key Facts

Accepts Guests
Accepts Sponsors
Contact Information
Podcast Host
Number of Listeners
Find out how many people listen to this podcast per episode and each month.

Similar Podcasts

People also subscribe to these shows.

Kansas City Today
Kansas City TodayKCUR Studios
The Interview
The InterviewThe New York Times
Majority 54
Majority 54Majority 54

Recent Guests

Catherine Hanaway
Missouri Attorney General
Missouri Attorney General's Office
Episode: Missouri attorney general expects more lawsuits over congressional maps, even after election
Mark Hahn
President and CEO of Kansas City University
Kansas City University
Episode: Kansas City University president says student loan limits will worsen the doctor shortage
Ben Rhodes
Former deputy national security advisor in the Obama administration, bestselling author and co-host of Pods Save the World
Episode: Will Kansas join a blue wave? A former Obama advisor and a GOP strategist weigh in on midterms
Annie Kelly Kuhle
Republican strategist and partner with FP1 Strategies
FP1 Strategies
Episode: Will Kansas join a blue wave? A former Obama advisor and a GOP strategist weigh in on midterms
Matt Hightower
Head coach of St. James Academy's girls flag football team
St. James Academy
Episode: Kansas City school wins the very first Kansas state championship in girls flag football
Emi Albright
Senior quarterback for St. James Academy's girls flag football team
St. James Academy
Episode: Kansas City school wins the very first Kansas state championship in girls flag football
Adam Hamilton
Pastor and Democratic candidate for U.S. Senate in Kansas
Episode: U.S. Senate candidate Adam Hamilton blasts Trump's tariffs for hurting Kansas businesses
Justin Dickinson
Bookseller at Rainy Day Books
Rainy Day Books
Episode: Book recs: Kansas City librarians and booksellers share spooky seasonal recommendations
Diana Platt
Virtual resources librarian at the Kansas City Public Library
Kansas City Public Library
Episode: Book recs: Kansas City librarians and booksellers share spooky seasonal recommendations

Hosts

Steve Kraski
Host of Up To Date
Elizabeth Ruiz
Producer
Brian Ellison
Host of Up To Date, described as guest host in dialogue with the guest

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 128 ratings
  • Great local podcast!

    There’s no better way to get local news!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Elle_phant
    United Statesa year ago
  • My city has a podcast?

    I didn’t think until now that podcast that covers what’s happening in our lovely city. Thanks to the creators for having the idea to start this podcast!

    I’ve not listened until today however I will be checking out any new episodes released.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    StrawHatSpencer
    United States2 years ago
  • Awesome podcast

    An in depth well informed local podcast for KC with a variety of stories

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sam and Hannah
    United States5 years ago
  • Good stuff!

    Always high-quality, informative segments. The host is a great interviewer and covers unique topics. I loved the recent episode with Sen. Anthony Hensley!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ColeJohnson01
    United States6 years ago
  • No longer a fan

    I’ve been pretty disappointed with Kraske’s interviews this year. He is gentle and passive with guests who should be challenged. Yesterday’s episode about KC police training was the end for me - I could not believe what I was hearing. This program is officially out of my rotation.

    Kraske is just a little too old white guy for the world we’re living in. I think it’s time they bring in someone else for these interviews.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    💰🔨
    United States6 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Thought-provoking, KC-centric conversations that invite listener input. This podcast helps to keep me informed!
One of the best sources for Kansas/Missouri politics and author interviews; Kraske is a gifted interviewer
KCUR's Up To Date provides high-quality, informative segments with strong guest contrasts

Top News Podcasts

The Daily
The DailyThe New York Times
Pod Save America
Pod Save AmericaPod Save America
The Ben Shapiro Show
The Ben Shapiro ShowThe Daily Wire
Still Counting
Still CountingCrooked Media
The Tucker Carlson Show
The Tucker Carlson ShowTucker Carlson Network
The MeidasTouch Podcast
The MeidasTouch PodcastMeidasTouch Network

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Former FDIC chair says U.S. is ‘slipping backwards’ on financial regulation under Trump
Q: If you had to recommend two things Congress should be thinking about now, you would say what to the members of Congress?
Bair says Congress should stop reducing financial regulations and get serious about deficits and national debt, which contribute to Treasury market stress and could constrain a crisis response.
Former FDIC chair says U.S. is ‘slipping backwards’ on financial regulation under Trump
Q: When you look at the financial system today, what worries you the most that you think the public and maybe even policymakers aren't paying enough attention to?
Bair is most concerned about weakened bank capital requirements and risky lending by private credit funds, along with Treasury market turmoil and concentrated risks in the AI industry.
Independence’s historic, long-vacant Englewood Theater will start renovations soon
Q: So what's your ultimate vision for what you hope this theater is someday, Brent?
He hopes it will reopen as a gathering place for movies, live music and community conversations, offering an in-person cultural venue for the area.
Independence’s historic, long-vacant Englewood Theater will start renovations soon
Q: So for our listeners that don't know, could you just share a bit of history about Englewood Theater, its rich history?
Schondelmayer says the theater opened in 1949 as a single-screen venue, later became the Kansas City Opry, and hosted many country performers, including Garth Brooks.
Kansas City high school robotics teams modified battery cars for toddlers with disabilities
Q: What is Adriana Johnson most excited about with the new car for her son?
She is excited that he can move independently or have a caregiver control the remote-operated car, giving him the chance to go where he wants.

Audience Metrics

Listeners, social reach, demographics and more for this podcast.

Listeners per Episode
Gender Skew
Location
Interests
Professions
Age Range
Household Income
Social Media Reach

Frequently Asked Questions About Up To Date

What is Up To Date about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A locally focused news and interview program that covers politics, policy, housing, education, health, and culture in the KC metro. Across recent episodes, listeners hear from journalists, public officials, nonprofit leaders, educators, health providers, and local artists, with conversations that translate complex regional issues into practical implications for residents and stakeholders. The show often features debates on policy, explains ballot measures, and highlights community impact stories, making it a go-to for listeners who want clear context on how regional decisions unfold. Noteworthy is the mix of hard policy analysis, on-the-ground community perspectives, and guest expertise from civic organizations, schools, and local governmen... more

Where can I find podcast stats for Up To Date?

Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for Up To Date. We scanned the web and collated all of the information that we could find in our comprehensive podcast database. See how many people listen to Up To Date and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.

How many listeners does Up To Date get?

Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for four million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for Up To Date, including podcast download numbers and subscriber numbers, so you can make better decisions about which podcasts to sponsor or be a guest on. You will need to upgrade your account to access this premium data.

What are the audience demographics for Up To Date?

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for Up To Date, including gender skew, age, country, political leaning, income, professions, education level, and interests. You can access these listener demographics by upgrading your account.

How many subscribers and views does Up To Date have?

To see how many followers or subscribers Up To Date has on Spotify and other platforms such as Castbox and Podcast Addict, simply upgrade your account. You'll also find viewership figures for their YouTube channel if they have one.

Which podcasts are similar to Up To Date?

These podcasts share a similar audience with Up To Date:

1. Kansas City Today
2. A People's History of Kansas City
3. Fresh Air
4. The Interview
5. Majority 54

How many episodes of Up To Date are there?

Up To Date launched 13 years ago and published 192 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

How do I contact Up To Date?

Our systems regularly scour the web to find email addresses and social media links for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the contact information that we could find in our podcast database. But in the unlikely event that you can't find what you're looking for, our concierge service lets you request our research team to source better contacts for you.

Where can I see ratings and reviews for Up To Date?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for Up To Date from multiple sources, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Castbox, and Podcast Addict.

View all the reviews in one place instead of visiting each platform individually and use this information to decide if a show is worth pitching or not.

How do I access podcast episode transcripts for Up To Date?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of Up To Date. Search within each transcript for your keywords, whether they be topics, brands or people, and figure out if it's worth pitching as a guest or sponsor. You can even set-up alerts to get notified when your keywords are mentioned.

What guests have appeared on Up To Date?

Recent guests on Up To Date include:

1. Catherine Hanaway
2. Mark Hahn
3. Ben Rhodes
4. Annie Kelly Kuhle
5. Matt Hightower
6. Emi Albright
7. Adam Hamilton
8. Justin Dickinson

To view more recent guests and their details, simply upgrade your Rephonic account. You'll also get access to a typical guest profile to help you decide if the show is worth pitching.

Find and pitch the right podcasts

We help savvy brands, marketers and PR professionals to find the right podcasts for any topic or niche. Get the data and contacts you need to pitch podcasts at scale and turn listeners into customers.
Try it free for 7 days