Episode 14: Bobby Sloan & Jeff Keas from Populous

Episode 14: Bobby Sloan & Jeff Keas from Populous

Bobby Sloan & Jeff Keas are two of the architects behind Kansas City's FanFest during the World Cup. From design to stage performances to security, these are the guys behind the scenes making it all come to life.

Episode 13; Mike Kelly, Board Chairman for Johnson County

On this episode of Beyond the Pitch KC, Mike Kelly joins Scott & Rob to talk about how Johnson County is trying to take advantage of England staying in the backyard, transportation upgrades and just how big the economic impact could be for residents

Episode 12; KCPD Major Abby Martinez

Abby Martinez from the KC Police Department is tasked with helping lead the security protocols during the World Cup. She discusses bringing in regional help, how she learned from soccer games in Germany and, what do you do about Lionel Messi??

Episode 11; Kyle Witherspoon, Owner & Operator of Johnny's Tavern

Kyle Witherspoon from Johnny's Tavern joins the podcast to discuss the 23 hour bar rule in Kansas & Missouri that "might" be available during the World Cup, plus how bar owners are trying to prepare for an influx of foreign traffic.

Episode 10; George Guastello

On Episode 10, Scott & Rob sit down with the CEO of Union Station, George Guastello, to talk about the preparations they've taken leading up to this summer including security, WiFi and a new art exhibit designed for their incoming European audience.