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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

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Joe Mount and Tina McDonald are two leaders in the Bowen Tower Tenant Union, a union of renters in Raytown. After a months-long rent strike, they reached an agreement with their California-based landlord that includes lower rent and utility rates, pl... more

Taxpayers will see several changes this filing season, including new exemptions, expanded deductions, and incentives that could influence where people choose to invest.

NPR media correspondent David Folkenflik joined KCUR's Up To Date to discuss the state of American journalism ahead of his visit to Kansas City.

As a state audit continues, the Hickman Mills School District is approving cuts and restructuring to improve its financial sustainability by the end of the 2027 school year.

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Dennis Carpenter
Superintendent of Hickman Mills School District
Hickman Mills School District
Episode: A $14 million deficit will force students to change schools. Here’s what the superintendent has to say
Allison Kite
News and political reporter for the Minnesota Star Tribune, previously worked for the Kansas City Star, Missouri Independent, and the Kansas Reflector.
Minnesota Star Tribune
Episode: This former Kansas City reporter is now covering immigration enforcement in Minneapolis
Bryce Wargin
Kansas City resident and Jeopardy! Tournament of Champions contestant
Episode: This Kansas City ‘Jeopardy!’ winner got to compete in the ‘Tournament of Champions’
Dr. Westley Youngren
Assistant professor of psychology at the University of Missouri-Kansas City
University of Missouri-Kansas City
Episode: This Kansas City researcher says dream engineering could help people heal from trauma
Michael Ashcraft
Kansas City-based actor with a supporting role in 'Dead Man's Wire'
Episode: This Kansas City actor scored a role in the new film 'Dead Man's Wire'
Paul Matysuski
Producer known for major TV series
Episode: Kansas filmmaker’s documentary on Marion County Record raid to premiere at Sundance
Sharon Liese
Emmy-winning director
Episode: Kansas filmmaker’s documentary on Marion County Record raid to premiere at Sundance
Phil LeVota
Interim Jackson County executive
Jackson County
Episode: Jackson County's interim leader says county is finally 'unified' in talks with Royals and Chiefs
Carrie Van Mevren
Founder and CEO of Amazing Traditions, specializing in government contracting and strategic planning
Amazing Traditions
Episode: Affordable Care Act premium spikes force Kansas City business owners to change plans

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Steve Kraski
Host of Up To Date

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 122 ratings
  • Great local podcast!

    There’s no better way to get local news!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Elle_phant
    United States3 months 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 Statesa year ago
  • Awesome podcast

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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sam and Hannah
    United States4 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 States5 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.

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    United States6 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the podcast for its high-quality, informative segments, often noting the engaging interviews and relevant local topics.

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What Kansas City restaurants do you miss? These favorites are closed but not forgotten
Q: Can you name long-term restaurants that give you hope for the future of Kansas City dining?
Dixon's chili is a long-standing restaurant that maintains its culinary traditions and remains beloved.
What Kansas City restaurants do you miss? These favorites are closed but not forgotten
Q: What key to a restaurant's success is how well they can adapt to lifestyle changes?
Jasper's success was due to their ability to modernize and adapt to changing customer preferences.
What Kansas City restaurants do you miss? These favorites are closed but not forgotten
Q: What makes a restaurant worthy of telling your friends or children or writing about even after it's gone?
A restaurant creates food that people just find desirable and want to eat.
The Missouri legislature is back in session. Is another year of dysfunction in the works?
Q: What do you expect to happen this year?
The debate will likely be on putting something on the ballot that asks voters to give permission to raise or expand the sales tax to pay for an income tax elimination.
This former Kansas City reporter is now covering immigration enforcement in Minneapolis
Q: How is the public viewing journalists and treating journalists in Minnesota right now?
The public has been kind and supportive, recognizing the importance of independent reporting during this critical moment in history.

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2. Allison Kite
3. Bryce Wargin
4. Dr. Westley Youngren
5. Michael Ashcraft
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