Brandon Calloway, CEO & Co-Founder of Kansas City G.I.F.T. on Scaling Black-Owned Businesses and Closing the Racial Wealth Gap
Kansas City Bucket List Podcast
What happens when community capital meets intentional culture? In this episode, we sit down with Brandon Calloway, the CEO and Co-Founder of Kansas City G.I.F.T. (Generating Income For Tomorrow), a nonprofit dedicated to reversing the effects of systemic racism in Kansas City’s historically redlined neighborhoods. Brandon shares the "math" behind economic development—from the "Troost Avenue walk" that sparked citywide buzz to a grant program that has distributed over $1.6 million to local Black-owned businesses. We dive into why storytelling is "the stock price" of community impact and how...
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Fashion Without Boundaries: Cory Infinite & Svea Herstar on Wearable Art and Sustainable Vision
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In this episode, we sit down with Kansas City’s most visionary design duo, Cory Infinite and Svea Herstar. Known for their "one-of-one" handmade creations—ranging from jumpsuits made of recycled keyboards to hoodies featuring hundreds of Scrabble tiles—Cory and Svea are redefining what it means to be an artist in the modern fashion world. We explore their origin stories, including how Cory chose his "Infinite" brand name to represent limitless potential and Svea’s transition from collegiate athlete to experimental designer. They share insights into their creative process, their...
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Building History: How the Kansas City Current is Changing the World of Women’s Sports with Dani Welniak, VP of Communications - KC Current
Kansas City Bucket List Podcast
Dani Welniak, VP of Communications for the Kansas City Current, shares the incredible journey of how the Current became a global leader in women’s soccer, including the story behind the world’s first stadium built specifically for a professional women’s sports team. We dive into: The vision of the ownership group - Angie and Chris Long and Brittany and Patrick Mahomes - and how they brought professional soccer back to KC The "First and Historic" milestones the club continues to set on a global scale What fans can expect at CPKC Stadium, from world-class culinary experiences to...
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Kansas City Real Estate Trends: Relocation, Luxury Homes, and Flipping with ReeceNichols Expert, Trent Gallagher
Kansas City Bucket List Podcast
In this episode, we dive deep into the booming Kansas City real estate market with Trent Gallagher, a top 1% real estate advisor at ReeceNichols. Trent shares exclusive insights into why KC has become a top destination for out-of-state buyers from markets like Chicago, Dallas, and Denver. We explore Trent’s unique transition from flipping houses to becoming a $100M+ luxury advisor, his "lifestyle-first" approach to helping families relocate, and the sophisticated marketing strategies he uses to sell multimillion-dollar homes in half the time. Whether you're a first-time homebuyer,...
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Dan Viets, President of Thank You Walt Disney, Inc.: The Kansas City Roots of Walt Disney You’ve Never Heard |
Kansas City Bucket List Podcast
What if the magic of Disney didn’t start in California… but in Kansas City? In this episode, we uncover the little-known Midwest roots of Walt Disney, from his early struggles to the people, places, and moments that shaped one of the most iconic brands in history. In this episode, you’ll learn: 🎥 How Walt Disney got his first big break with the Alice Comedies ❄️ The brutal Kansas City winters that built his work ethic 🎨 The role of early collaborators like Ub Iwerks in Disney’s success 🎢 Hidden “Easter eggs” in Disneyland inspired by Missouri roots 🏗️ The effort...
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Justin Grabouski, Owner of Grabouski Chiropractic: Beyond Back Pain - Corrective Chiropractic & Nervous System Health with Kansas City's Top Chiropractor
Kansas City Bucket List Podcast
Is your body stuck in a cycle of pain? In this episode, I sit down with award-winning expert Dr. Justin Grabouski of Grabouski Chiropractic in Overland Park, KS to explore why modern chiropractic care is about much more than just "cracking backs" and explore the profound impact of corrective chiropractic care . Dr. Grabouski shares how a college baseball injury led him to a career where he now helps patients find relief from unexpected issues like perimenopause, fertility, allergies, and migraines . We dive into: The Three Major Stresses: How physical, chemical, and emotional stresses...
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Rose Woolsey, Agency Owner & Travel Advisor for Where To Go Travel Co: The Insider’s Guide to Stress-Free Travel - Disney, Hawaii, and Beyond
Kansas City Bucket List Podcast
I sit down with Rose Woolsey, owner of the Kansas City-based agency Where To Go Travel Co, to demystify the world of travel planning. Rose shares her unique journey from working in a microbiology lab to becoming a premier travel advisor specializing in high-detail destinations like Disney World, Hawaii, and Universal Studios. In this episode, you’ll discover: The Travel Advisor Advantage: Why booking with an expert can actually save you money and grant you access to exclusive perks you can’t find on Expedia. Mastering the "Complex" Destinations: Insider tips...
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Kelly Magee, CEO of Q39 on How the Restaurant Became a Kansas City BBQ Icon
Kansas City Bucket List Podcast
What does it take to build one of the most iconic barbecue brands in America, right in the most competitive BBQ city in the world? In this episode, I sit down with Kelly Magee, CEO and co-founder of Q39, to unpack the story behind one of Kansas City’s most beloved restaurants. From launching in a crowded market to scaling multiple locations and now expanding into Lawrence, this conversation dives deep into what it really takes to build a standout brand in hospitality. But this episode goes far beyond business. Kelly shares the powerful personal story behind Q39, including the legacy of her...
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Paul Dorrell, Founder of Leopold Gallery on Collecting, Culture & Creativity - Kansas City Art
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What if the most valuable art in your home isn’t from New York or LA—but from right here in Kansas City? In this episode of the Kansas City Bucket List Podcast, Mindy sits down with Paul Dorrell, founder of Leopold Gallery, to uncover how he helped transform the KC art scene into a thriving cultural movement. From curating art inside Arrowhead Stadium to working with Marvel Studios and Apple TV, Paul shares the untold story behind building one of the Midwest’s most influential galleries—and why investing in local art might be the smartest (and most meaningful) decision you can make....
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Katie & Danny Deenihan, Owners of Pvolve Studio Fairway & Pause Studio & Holly Crosby, Lead Trainer
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The Workout Jennifer Aniston Swears By Is now in Kansas City! What if the way you’ve been working out… is actually working against your body? In this episode, we sit down with Katie & Danny Deenihan, the duo bringing Pvolve and Pause Studio to Kansas City, to break down the workout method that’s exploding in popularity, and why it’s completely different from traditional fitness. From functional movement and resistance training to hormone-friendly workouts and injury prevention, this conversation dives into the future of fitness - especially for women. Plus, yes… we talk about the...
info_outlineWelcome to Episode 1 of the Kansas City Bucket List Podcast! 🎙️
Host Mindy Hargesheimer, founder of Kansas City Bucket List, officially launches the podcast alongside her very first guest, Brad Burrow, founder of Real Media in Kansas City.
In this kickoff episode, Mindy and Brad dive into the power of storytelling, podcasting, and local entrepreneurship, sharing how the Kansas City Bucket List Podcast came to life and why Kansas City is such a special place for creators, small business owners, and entrepreneurs. Brad shares his journey from playing in bands and audio production to founding Real Media and producing podcasts for businesses across Kansas City.
You’ll hear candid conversation about:
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The behind-the-scenes launch of the Kansas City Bucket List Podcast
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Why Kansas City is a thriving city for entrepreneurs and creatives
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Brad Burrow’s transition from music to media production
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The importance of telling authentic local business stories
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How podcasting creates powerful, raw connections with audiences
If you love Kansas City, local business stories, entrepreneurship, media, or podcasting — this episode is for you.
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Guest: Brad Burrow – Founder, Real Media
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