Episode 14- West iNd Connection & WiNc Inclusion Center

Episode 14- West iNd Connection & WiNc Inclusion Center

On this week’s episode, Natalie Rush of 102.1 BOB FM celebrates the start of Pride Month by chatting with close friends and LGBTQ+ advocates Tammy Parsons and Thad McCullough. They discuss why they founded the West iNd Connection & WiNc Inclusion Center in Independence, how their mission grew and what inspired them to create a new community garden to support their neighbors. For more information about upcoming events, ways to get involved or community resources mentioned, visit: https://westindconnection.com/ [https://westindconnection.com/]

Episode 13- Redemption: The Story of James Souza

CONTENT WARNING: This episode contains discussions of substance abuse and suicide. Q104's Codie Allen spoke with James Souza, a retired Army veteran and recovering alcoholic. Souza nearly lost his life but after hearing a few words that turned his life around, he's going back to college to become a minister. If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health or thoughts of suicide, help can be found by calling or texting 988 or visiting: ⁠https://988lifeline.org/⁠ [https://988lifeline.org/]

Episode 12- Lakemary Center

Ed Walker from 94.1 KFKF sits down with Heather Parreira, Senior Director of Adult Services for Lakemary Center in Johnson and Miami counties, to discuss how Lakemary Center supports those with intellectual and developmental disabilities here in the Kansas City area. Learn about Lakemary Center’s history and mission, as well as their support services for children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.  To learn more about employment, volunteer or donation opportunities, visit https://lakemary.org/ [https://lakemary.org/]

BONUS EPISODE- The Marshall Tucker Band's Doug Gray

On this bonus episode of KC Closeup, 102.1 BOB FM morning show host Jen Johnson chats with Doug Gray, founding member and lead singer of The Marshall Tucker Band about their upcoming show at Knuckleheads in Kansas City on May 15, 2026.

Episode 11- May Contain Collection

On this episode of KC Closeup, Mandi Kearns sits down with Steve Serrano to talk about the May Contain Collection, a powerful new film shining a light on the realities of food allergies. From a red-carpet premiere at Union Station to a nationwide theater run, this is more than a movie. It is a movement. Find out how to watch and why this story matters. Coming soon: May Contain: My Life - A Just Like You Film about Food Allergies Social media handles Instagram: @justlikeyoufilms [https://www.instagram.com/justlikeyoufilms], @maycontain_films [https://www.instagram.com/maycontain_films] Facebook: @jlyfilms [https://www.facebook.com/jlyfilms]