The Story of Belle Carr
This month Diane and Bob take a look at a murder of a child that led to the first ever hanging being filmed on tape. It happened way back in 1897.
Oct 25, 2024•29 min
Kansas City: 2 States, 1 Story
Kansas City is one of the most unique places in America. How did it get that
way? Why do two states divided by a simple street hate each other? This
podcast will explore that and everything that has made our town unique to
everyone else in America.
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Episodes
One of KC's Most Gruesome Murders
This month, Diane and Bob look at one of the most insane murders in KC History, the death of Clarence Myers.
Sep 20, 2024•33 min
What's In a Name?
This month Diane and Bob take a look at how many of the streets in KC got their names!"
Jun 20, 2024•32 min
The History of the Perry Family
This month Diane and Bob take a look at the life of one of Kansas City's earliest millionaires John Perry and the tragic death of his family.
Apr 17, 2024•26 min
3/8 Kansas City: 2 States, 1 Story
This month Diane and Bob discuss the life of George Washington Johnson an African American Civil War Veteran and unsung hero
Mar 08, 2024•25 min
1/15 Kansas City: 2 States, 1 Story
Bob and Diane take a look at Sauer Castle with a big time update on the historic property in KCK.
Jan 29, 2024•30 min
11/15 Kansas City: 2 States, 1 Story
Diane and Bob take a look at the history of football in Kansas City!
Nov 15, 2023•32 min
10/18 Kansas city: 2 States, 1 Story
"This month Diane and Bob look at how Taylor Swift has set off a new renaissance in KC and how it compares with those in the past"
Oct 18, 2023•23 min
9/22 - Kansas City: 2 States, 1 Story
Part two of Bob and Diane's conversation about Kelly's Pub
Sep 22, 2023•35 min
8/16 Kansas City: 2 States, 1 Story
This month Diane and Bob are joined by two special guests Kyle Kelly and Pat O'Neill to discuss the history of Irish Americans in KC. Part 1 of our 2 part series discusses the St Patricks Day Parade and the impact it has on KC
Aug 16, 2023•23 min
7/12 Kansas City: 2 States, 1 Story
The Pony Expres Henry Avis was the last surviving member of the Pony Express. We share his story and how a Kansas Citian made a difference in the world!
Jul 12, 2023•29 min
6/16 Kansas City: 2 States, 1 Story
This month Bob and Diane talk about the Father of KC, John McCoy!
Jun 20, 2023•30 min
5/16 Kansas City: 2 States, 1 Story
This month Diane and Bob take a look at KC's Civil War Doctor who also founded one of the city's finest and longest operating restaurants.
May 16, 2023•25 min
4/25 Kansas City: 2 States, 1 Story
"This month Diane and Bob take a look at the Kentucky Derby Winning Horse Lawrin who is buried at 81st and Mission Road."
Apr 27, 2023•31 min
3/15 Kansas City: 2 States, 1 Story
Bob and Diane talk about the origins of the St Patricks Day Parade and how it evolved to become one of the biggest in America today.
Mar 15, 2023•28 min
1/20 Kansas City: 2 States, 1 Story
This month Bob and Diane take a look at one of the first airports in the KC area and how it shaped our aviation history.
Jan 20, 2023•27 min
12/15 Kansas City: 2 States, 1 Story
Diane and Bob look at some of the early Christmas Traditions in Kansas City
Dec 15, 2022•23 min
11/15 Kansas City: 2 States, 1 Story
Diane and Bob take a look at a tiny cemetery that had a big impact on KC.
Nov 15, 2022•27 min
10/15 Kansas City : 2 States, 1 Story
"This month Diane and Bob take a look at one of the most recognizable landmarks in KC, The Scout!"
Oct 18, 2022•23 min
09/15 Kansas City: 2 States, 1 Story
This month Diane and Bob take a look at the history of Arrow Rock, Missouri and how a small town had a big impact on the settling of KC!
Sep 15, 2022•28 min
08/15 Kansas City: 2 States, 1 Story
This month Bob and Diane take a look at the origins of Troost Boulevard
Aug 17, 2022•25 min
07/20 Kansas City: 2 States, 1 Story
"Bob and Diane take a look at a former KC Brewery that is holding on for dear life."
Jul 20, 2022•24 min
6/17 Kansas City: 2 States, 1 City
Bob and Diane take a look at the History of the Lake of the Ozarks and how a Kansas Citian laid the groundwork for the state park we know today.
Jun 17, 2022•33 min
05/18 Kansas City: 2 States, 1 City
Two huge kidnapping cases took place in the early 1900s in the KC area that led to laws that are on the books today!
Jun 01, 2022•32 min
04/18 - Kansas City: 2 States, 1 City
Part 2 of the Adam God Cult
Apr 18, 2022•24 min
3/15 - Kansas City: 2 States, 1 City
In part One of the Adam God Cult, Bob and Diane take a look at how one of the most infamous cults in KC got its start.
Apr 18, 2022•22 min
2/15 - Kansas City: 2 States, 1 Story
This month, Diane and Bob share the story of Hiram Young and how he changed the landscape of KC and beyond.
Feb 15, 2022•25 min
2/1 - Kansas City: 2 States, 1 Story
He is the real life Kansas City Paul Bunyan. We introduce you to Old Pino who was said to have lived until 124.
Feb 01, 2022•29 min
12/15 - Kansas City: 2 States; 1 Story -- Weston, MO
This month Bob and Diane discuss the small town of Weston, Missouri and how the small town has a big place in Kansas City area history.
Dec 15, 2021•31 min
Kansas City: 2 States, 1 Story : The Murder of Fran Barnum
Bob and Diane discuss the murder of a Kansas Citian that had everyone wondering how and why it happened.
Nov 15, 2021•30 min
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