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Kansas City MomCast
by Kansas City Mom Collective
Welcome to the Kansas City MomCast — a place to learn, connect, and grow in a relevant and intentional way. Join us as we interview experts in the field and hear from local moms, just like you. This is a podcast FOR Kansas City Moms, BY Kansas City Moms. We know that your time is precious and we’re grateful you’ve chosen to spend some of it with us. Thank you for being a part of the Kansas City Mom Collective community.
Episodes
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Resilience Redefined: Brie Morgan Bauer’s Journey Through Trauma, Motherhood, and Advocacy | Kansas City MomCast Episode 98
Today’s episode features an extraordinary conversation with Brie Morgan Bauer, a registered nurse, mother of three, and a powerful voice in resilience and advocacy. During her third pregnancy, Brie experienced what initially felt like flu-like symptoms at just 27 weeks. What followed was a rare…
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Family Friendly Picks for Kansas City This Spring | Kansas City MomCast Episode 97
Spring is finally here, and with it comes the promise of warmer weather, longer days, and plenty of opportunities to get out and explore with your family. In this episode, Megan and Sarah share the spring activities and outings currently sitting at the top of their family bucket lists. From quick...
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From Overwhelmed to Understood: A Conversation With Dr. Hinman of Bloom Testing | Kansas City MomCast Sponsored Episode
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Loving a Parent Through Dementia with Sonya Jury | Kansas City MomCast Episode 96
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Holding onto Faith in the Hardest Seasons with Jami Nato | Kansas City MomCast Episode 95
Today’s conversation is about faith, honesty, healing, and what it looks like to rebuild your life and identity after walking through something deeply painful. Our guest is Jami Nato, a popular author, speaker, and entrepreneur (and Kansas City mom!) known for her relatable, humorous, faith-based...
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You’re Not Alone: Parenting Support With Johnson County Mental Health | Kansas City MomCast Sponsored Episode
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Building a Business That Feels Like Home: The Story of Monstera’s Books | Kansas City MomCast Episode 94
Today on the show, we’re excited to welcome Katie Wieners, the owner of Monstera’s Books in Downtown Overland Park! Katie lives in Overland Park with her husband, Justin, and their two daughters. Before opening the bookstore, Katie spent nearly 15 years in software sales, building a successful...
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Life with Twins After NICU Stay | Kansas City MomCast Sponsored Episode
This episode is sponsored by University Health. Nora and Demetrious were thrilled to learn they were pregnant with twins after receiving IVF treatments. When it came time to choose a hospital for prenatal care and to deliver their babies, they did extensive research. They chose University Health...
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Our Favorites for the Holidays in Kansas City | Kansas City MomCast Episode 93
Welcome to our annual holiday in Kansas City episode - our most popular of the year! Whether you’re looking to start a new tradition or add something special to your holiday plans, this episode is packed with ideas from across Kansas City. Let’s dive into the holiday magic! Favorite Places to Get...
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Maximizing College Savings with Kansas State Treasurer Steven Johnson | Kansas City MomCast Sponsored Episode
This podcast is sponsored by Learning Quest. As parents, we all want to set our children up for success—but when it comes to planning for their education, the options can feel overwhelming. One powerful tool to consider is a 529 account, which allows you to invest in your child’s future education...
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The Dangers of Fentanyl and How Parents Can Help | Kansas City MomCast Sponsored Episode
This podcast is sponsored by Children's Mercy. Every 8 minutes, one American life is lost to fentanyl. In 2021, fentanyl was responsible for 77% of drug-induced deaths for ages 14-18. Kansas City is not immune to this growing problem. Today we are talking with Jenny Ecord, who tells the story of...
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Combating Food Insecurity in Kansas City with Harvesters | Kansas City MomCast Episode 92
Food insecurity is a pressing topic these days as families are faced with rising costs and the uncertainty of government assistance. Kansas City is lucky to have Harvesters, who works to feed hungry people today and end hunger for tomorrow. They are facing challenges in meeting that mission…
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Navigating ADHD: Hope, Tools, and Real Talk with ADHDKC | Kansas City MomCast Episode 91
Parenting a child with ADHD can bring moments of frustration, guilt, and uncertainty, but also connection, growth, and hope. In this week’s episode, we’re joined by local advocates from ADHDKC who are helping families navigate the journey with confidence and compassion. In our conversation, we...
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Why Breast Density Matters with Dr. Mindi Beahm | Kansas City MomCast Sponsored Episode
This podcast is sponsored by HCA Midwest Health. Did you know almost half of women 40 and older who get mammograms have dense breasts? Today, we’re sitting down with Dr. Mindi Beahm to talk about the impacts of breast density and why it matters when it comes to breast cancer screening. Dr. Beahm…
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Shaping the Future of Children’s Theater with The Coterie’s Khalia Davis Philp | Kansas City MomCast Episode 90
In this episode, we sit down with Khalia Davis Philp, Producing Artistic Director of The Coterie Theatre in Kansas City. Khalia is a multidisciplinary artist, director, and producer whose journey has taken her from Broadway workshops to children’s theaters across the country. In our conversation,...
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A Story of Survival through Pediatric Stroke | Kansas City MomCast Episode 89
Stroke has no age limits. It can happen to teenagers, children, even infants. Warning signs are often missed in children because there is a lack of awareness that strokes can happen in this age group. Today we are speaking with a Kansas City Mom, Leila Gallagher, whose son Joey had his first…
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Fall in Kansas City | Kansas City MomCast Episode 88
Fall is here! There is so much to do in fall in Kansas City that sometimes it's hard to know where to begin. We discuss something new we plan to try, something we always do, and something we plan to do at home with our families. Something Old Sarah and her family always get the Johnson Farms…
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Finding Hope in Cervical Cancer Care with Dr. Blair Smith | Kansas City MomCast Sponsored Episode
Join us for an honest, down-to-earth conversation about medicine, resilience, and the human side of cancer care.
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Anchoring Life: Abby Eden on the Importance of Local News and Community | Kansas City MomCast Episode 87
In this episode, we sit down with a Kansas City TV news reporter Abby Eden. Abby has spent years telling the stories that shape our communities — while managing the beautiful chaos of raising a family. From the childhood spark that drew her to the newsroom, to the challenges of covering difficult...
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Emily Bordner of EB and Co on Balance and Believing in Your Brand | Kansas City MomCast Episode 86
In this episode, we’re joined by Kansas City entrepreneur Emily Bordner, founder and creative director of EB and Co., a modern accessories brand known for its effortless, elevated designs that spark confidence and celebrate individuality. We talk about the early days of building her brand from...
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Alcohol and Cancer Risk: How Many Drinks is Too Many? | Kansas City MomCast Sponsored Episode
This podcast is sponsored by HCA Midwest Health. Alcohol has been linked to increased risks of cancer including just light drinking associated with increased risk of breast cancer. So how many drinks are OK and how should women respond to this information? We're here today with Julie Wilhauk, a...
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Stories From A Vietnam Nurse | Kansas City MomCast Episode 85
On today’s episode, we’re honored to hear from Lou Eisenbrandt, who in the late 1960s was a young nurse who answered the call to serve in Vietnam. What she witnessed, what she endured, and what she carried home with her became the foundation for a lifetime of reflection and advocacy.
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Helping LGBTQ+ Families Thrive with Modern Family Alliance | Kansas City MomCast Episode 84
Modern Family Alliance is a local organization focused on outreach and creating safe, affirming environments and connections amongst LGBTQ+ parents and their children. We are here today with Jennifer Wilson, local mom of 3 and the Executive Director. She is passionate about showcasing positive...
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Non-Toxic Cleaning But No Less Powerful | Kansas City MomCast Sponsored Episode
This episode is sponsored by Emerald Prairie Home. Emerald Prairie Home is a non-toxic cleaning solution, based in the Kansas City Metro. We had the opportunity to learn the science behind this HOCl solution with Founder Carol Krska, and after trying the products in our own homes, we're excited...
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When Traditional Schooling Isn’t a Fit: Kansas City MomCast Episode 83
Traditional schooling is not for every kid or every family. Our conversation today is with Vanessa Knight, a local mom who found this to be true for her own family, and started an organization to create community among other families like hers called AnySchoolers. AnySchoolers is one of Vanessa's...
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Recovering from Birth Trauma | Kansas City MomCast Sponsored Episode
Every new mom and family has a unique story to tell about the birth of their baby. While many of those stories are filled with joy, some can be marked by unexpected challenges. So what happens when the birth experience doesn’t go according to plan? Today we’ll dive into a sensitive topic that’s...
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Golden Scoop: Ice Cream With a Mission | Kansas City MomCast Episode 82
We are here on today's episode with the team from the Golden Scoop, Lindsey Krumbholz, Kim Manford, and Golden Scooper, Jill Witwer. The Golden Scoop is a local ice cream and coffee shop (now with two locations) with the mission of providing meaningful employment for people with developmental...
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Summer in Kansas City 2025 | Kansas City MomCast Episode 81
Your Kansas City summer is here! We're highlighting some of our favorite places and events in Kansas City during the summer months while sharing some of the new things we’re adding to our bucket list. Head to our summer guide to find all the things we discuss in today's episode and much more! Say...
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Becoming Dr. Seuss with Alastair Heim | Kansas City MomCast Episode 80
We all know the story of Dr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas. But, did you know a Kansas City dad is responsible for the Grinch's story sequel? On today's episode, we are visiting with author Alastair Heim, who now writes under the Dr. Seuss name, as well as his own. He is the author of 20...
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Working Toward a More Inclusive KC | Kansas City MomCast Episode 78
In honor of Autism Acceptance month, we are talking with two powerhouse Kansas City moms who are sharing their work to support parents in the neurodiverse community and efforts toward making Kansas City a more inclusive place. We hope you are inspired by their stories and advocacy. Ivory Duncan...
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Making Music with Mr. Stinky Feet | Kansas City MomCast Episode 77
If you live in Kansas City you are likely familiar with Jim Cosgrove, also known as Mr. Stinky Feet. For more than 25 years, he has delighted audiences throughout North America and Europe with his positivity and an energetic brand of family folk-rock. With nearly 5,000 performances in 38 states…
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Spring Break Ideas for Kansas City Families | Kansas City MomCast Episode 76
If you haven't planned for Spring Break yet, now is the time! This episode includes ideas for drivable trips, staycation ideas, and some outside the box ideas for Kansas City families. Road Trips Kansas City may be landlocked, but when it comes to vacations and long weekends there is no lack of…
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EMERGENCY EPISODE: How to Regulate When the World Feels Out of Control
Have you been feeling overwhelmed with balancing the desire to stay informed with functioning as a mom? The beginning of this year has brought changes in government and systems that go against the norms and laws that we have trusted no matter which political party is in power. Plus recent...
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Reclaiming Mom Fashion | Kansas City MomCast Episode 74
Happy New Year! A lot of you may be thinking about resolutions or things you want to change in the coming year. We are talking with local mom and style expert, Katie Mann of Intentionally Chic about what we can do as busy moms to change up our style and feel comfortable getting dressed every...
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5 Practices to Find Peace When Life Gets Crazy | Kansas City MomCast Episode 73
Whether it's politics, parenting challenges or the chaos of the holiday season, life has been a whirlwind lately. Today we are discussing about five practices to find peace that we are trying in our own lives. We have high hopes of cultivating some sense of inner calm, and moving into the new…
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Navigating Grief After Losing a Child | Kansas City MomCast Episode 72
On Friday, August 2, 2019, Erin Langhofer was attending a First Friday event in the Crossroads District with her boyfriend and friends in Kansas City when she was struck and killed by a stray bullet. Erin had graduated from the University of Kansas in 2016 with a BS and an MS in 2017. As an...
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Why Kansas City Is The Best | Kansas City MomCast Episode 71
We all know Kansas City is THE BEST. Our guest is Kyle Talbot; you may recognize him from his social media channels, Moving to KC, where he covers all things Kansas City and real estate. He was recently crowned the hype man of KC by mayor Quinton Lucas so he is obviously the real deal. We discuss...
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Carrying Each Other Through Miscarriage and Infant Loss | Kansas City MomCast Episode 70
The pain of miscarriage and infant loss is one that often leaves mom wondering how to process her grief, and sometimes her support network isn't sure what to do or say. Our guest today, Amy Balentine, is a local mom who started the organization You Made Me Mom after the loss of her own children....
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The Latest Info on Breast Cancer Screenings | Kansas City MomCast Sponsored Episode
This episode is sponsored by AdventHealth Cancer Institute. In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness month, we're honored to have Dr. Simy Elder on the show. Dr. Elder is a board-certified medical oncologist and hematologist at AdventHealth Medical Group Hematology Oncology at Shawnee Mission. We...
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Fall in Kansas City
Fall is here! There is so much to do in fall in Kansas City that sometimes it's hard to know where to begin. All of the events and ideas discussed on our episode today can be found in our fall guide. Be sure to check out our sensory-friendly fall guide, as well! Tag us at @kansascitymomcollective...
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Top 10 Household Hazards | Kansas City MomCast Sponsored Episode
This episode is sponsored by Children's Mercy. Join us as we talk with Laura Kemerling of Children's Mercy about the Top 10 hazards to be aware of in our homes! Keeping kids safe starts with all of us and there are countless opportunities to prevent injuries in your own home. That’s why…
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The Future of Organized Religion
How has organized religion changed since we were kids? And how do those shifts impact its role in family life and society as a whole? To help us unpack all of this is Pastor Scott Chrostek. Rev. Scott Chrostek is the Executive Pastor of Ministries and Programs at Resurrection, a United Methodist...
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Supporting Your New College Kid | Kansas City MomCast Sponsored Episode
This episode is sponsored by HCA Midwest Health. Going off to college can be an exciting time for students and it can bring on mixed emotions - they may feel happy, sad and stressed. Your child is going to be making big decisions – for some it’s their first introduction to adulthood. Today, we’re...
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Keeping Your Gamer Kid Safe
Get ready for a discussion on all things gaming — from Minecraft to Fortnite and beyond. Our guest, Cameron Gullotta, is an associate professor and chair of the Games Department at Johnson County Community College. We cover online safety, specific games, determining what games are appropriate…
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The Importance of Estate Planning (Sponsored)
This episode is sponsored by Ash Law. Estate planning might not be the start of a fun conversation, but it's an important one for parents. Our interview with Alyssa Hodges, who you may remember from our episode on divorce, talks about everything moms need to know, including why Taylor Swift needs…
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Developing A Love For Reading | Kansas City MomCast Episode 66
A 2023 survey conducted by Scholastic revealed that only 51 percent of children ages 6-17 read for fun with that percentage dropping as they get older. So what can we do to help avoid this and encourage our kids to be lifelong readers? We discuss raising readers with Katherine Fowler with the...
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Why Didn't Our Mothers Warn Us About Perimenopause?
This episode is sponsored by HCA Midwest Health. Perimenopause and menopause! Why didn’t our mothers warn us! And why is it all so confusing! Today, we’re talking with Dr. Kiersten Moreno, a board-certified OB/GYN at Independence Women’s Clinic at Centerpoint Medical Center – a part of HCA…
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Tips for Consignment Sale Shopping
Whether you're a veteran of consignment sale shopping or it's a new concept, this is an episode for you! We talk about our favorite tips and tricks for shopping these money-saving events, as well as an interview Stephanie Hyder, owner of the Overland Park Just Between Friends sale, about her tips...
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Summer in Kansas City
Your Kansas City summer is here! We're highlighting some of our favorite places and events in Kansas City during the summer months while sharing some of the new things we’re adding to our bucket list. Head to our summer guide to find all the things we discuss in today's episode and much more!…
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Environmental Safety At Home
How safe is your home for your family? Meg McCollister, regional administrator for the EPA Region 7, join us to discuss environmental home safety concerns including radon, lead, water, air quality, and more. Thank you to our episode sponsor Thank you to our episode sponsor, the AdventHealth…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Welcome to the Kansas City MomCast — a place to learn, connect, and grow in a relevant and intentional way. Join us as we interview experts in the field and hear from local moms, just like you. This is a podcast FOR Kansas City Moms, BY Kansas City Moms. We know that your time is precious and we’re grateful you’ve chosen to spend some of it with us. Thank you for being a part of the Kansas City Mom Collective community.
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