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Kansas City MomCast

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.

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42:08

Navigating ADHD: Hope, Tools, and Real Talk with...

Kansas City MomCast ·

2025/10/27

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 discuss: How Jeremy and Kristen each found their calling in ADHD advocacy and how it became personal for their families. How their understanding of ADHD has evolved through years of work and lived

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Why Breast Density Matters with Dr. Mindi Beahm |...

Kansas City MomCast ·

2025/10/21

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 is a board-certified surgeon with HCA Midwest Health in Overland Park, Kansas. She has a passion for comprehensive breast care and years of experience treating both benign and malignant breast conditions.

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49:12

Shaping the Future of Children’s Theater with The...

Kansas City MomCast ·

2025/10/14

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, she shares the inspirations, mentors, and opportunities that shaped her path, how she came to lead The Coterie, and what it means to center inclusion, creativity, and accessibility in youth-focused

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34:44

A Story of Survival through Pediatric Stroke | Kansas...

Kansas City MomCast ·

2025/09/22

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 stroke at age 4 while playing T-Ball. Joey went on to experience multiple strokes, bringing challenges like left-side weakness, vision loss, and ongoing recovery needs. The Gallagher Family shares Joey’s

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Fall in Kansas City | Kansas City MomCast Episode 88

Kansas City MomCast ·

2025/09/15

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 season pass. She loves being able to pop over there for an hour and not feel the need to make it an entire day (which is easy to do there!) Megan and her family love attending Deanna Rose Farmstead's Night of

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34:58

Finding Hope in Cervical Cancer Care with Dr. Blair...

Kansas City MomCast ·

2025/08/25

This episode is sponsored by University Health.Cervical cancer is relatively common. The American Cancer Society estimates over 13-thousand new cases of invasive cervical cancer will be diagnosed in 2025. On today's episode, we’re joined by Dr. Blair Smith, a gynecologic oncologist at University Health and Assistant Professor at UMKC School of Medicine. She’s not only an expert in treating women’s cancers, but also a compassionate guide for patients facing some of the hardest questions of their

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36:22

Anchoring Life: Abby Eden on the Importance of Local...

Kansas City MomCast ·

2025/08/18

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 events, she shares an inside look at the fast paced, ever-changing world of journalism. We explore how local news remains a cornerstone of an informed society, the wisdom she’s gained as a working mom, and

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50:02

Emily Bordner of EB and Co on Balance and Believing...

Kansas City MomCast ·

2025/08/05

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 scratch, what sparked the initial idea, and how her pop-up shops turned into a thriving business. Emily shares the reality of juggling motherhood with entrepreneurship and the pivotal moment she realized EB

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19:18

Alcohol and Cancer Risk: How Many Drinks is Too Many?...

Kansas City MomCast ·

2025/07/21

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 board-certified nurse practitioner with Sarah Cannon Cancer Institute at Research Medical Center in Kansas City, Mo. She is also board certified as an advanced oncology certified nurse practitioner. Julie

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48:00

Stories From A Vietnam Nurse | Kansas City MomCast...

Kansas City MomCast ·

2025/07/14

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.Her experience didn’t end when the war did. In the years since, she’s written two books and spoken to a variety of audiences- helping shine a long-overdue spotlight on the women who served in Vietnam. And when

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50:26

Helping LGBTQ+ Families Thrive with Modern Family...

Kansas City MomCast ·

2025/06/23

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 queer representation, ensuring that the next generation of parents feels seen, inspired, and supported. By fostering collaboration within the queer community, she is building a united front for advocacy,

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Non-Toxic Cleaning But No Less Powerful | Kansas City...

Kansas City MomCast ·

2025/06/16

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 about this locally based, powerful cleaning solution! About Emerald Prairie Home Emerald Prairie Home Founder, Carol Krska Emerald Prairie Home started in 2024 on family land with deep Midwest roots. Once

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53:47

Kansas City MomCast Episode 83: When Traditional...

Kansas City MomCast ·

2025/06/09

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 heart projects after seeing that the world of schooling outside the traditional classroom needed a networking and connections infrastructure. "With what we know about how adaptive the brain is, how it

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17:23

Recovering from Birth Trauma | Kansas City MomCast...

Kansas City MomCast ·

2025/05/26

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 getting a lot of attention right now – birth trauma. This type of trauma doesn't always mean a worst-case scenario, like a NICU stay or a C-section, but rather those moments where things don’t go according

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29:38

Golden Scoop: Ice Cream With a Mission | Kansas City...

Kansas City MomCast ·

2025/05/19

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 disabilities. It’s one of those places where you go and are instantly in a better mood because of it. We hope this interview has the same effect! Lindsay Krumbholz is Golden Scoop's Chief Mission Officer

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Summer in Kansas City 2025 | Kansas City MomCast...

Kansas City MomCast ·

2025/05/06

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 "shoo fly" to mosquitos, ticks and fleas as the weather warms up. Apply insect repellent after sunscreen, and do not apply it onto children's hands, eyes or mouths. To apply repellent to these areas,

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48:23

Becoming Dr. Seuss with Alastair Heim | Kansas City...

Kansas City MomCast ·

2025/04/21

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 children’s books including the #1 NY Times Best Selling official sequel to How the Grinch Stole Christmas, How the Grinch Lost Christmas. Alastair is also a husband and father and lives here in Kansas

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Working Toward a More Inclusive KC | Kansas City...

Kansas City MomCast ·

2025/04/07

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 Ivory Duncan is a dedicated single mother living in Kansas City, Missouri. She is raising her seven-year-old son, Caleel, who has autism. As a former Assistant Principal and Education Consultant, Ivory

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31:02

Making Music with Mr. Stinky Feet | Kansas City...

Kansas City MomCast ·

2025/03/11

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 and six countries (including two appearances at the White House Easter Egg Roll), 10 award-winning albums, and millions of Spotify and YouTube streams, he’s become a reliable audience favorite.Today, we

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33:15

Spring Break Ideas for Kansas City Families | Kansas...

Kansas City MomCast ·

2025/02/24

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 fun places for families ready to hit the road! We’ve rounded up over 20 vacation spots within a 5-hour drive of Kansas City as well as information about the length of the drive, things to do when you get

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