Aphorisms and Explorations
Great to catch up with my old friend John Swann as his second novel in his Charlie Chan revival series comes out. Broadcaster, PR specialist, writer, and musician. His Chan books are top notch, and our revisit of last years full Profile conversation is a delight. Enjoy!
Thriving by The Minute
An uplifting and enjoyable conversation with Steve Physioc. Raised in Merriam, Kansas, his journey has takem him to Kansas State, and then a broadcast career college and pro sports with stops in Topeka, Cincinnatti, California, then back home to Kansas City with the Royals, and now an author of fiction novels as well. Upbeat, fascinating, and full of stories and smiles.
Citizen of Smiles
The 4th of July weekend and plenty of soccer dramatics provide a perfect time to revisit out conversation with Roger. Raised in Liverpool with many things American, he eventually became a U.S. citizen. That journey is enjoyably explored in this chat, and his fine book.
Authoring Another New Chapter
A great old friend of mine, he was raised in rural Missouri, had an accomplished career in radio and TV (he had the misfortune of being my boss for a few years), education, music, and more, and now is the author of a trilogy of books that build on the Charlie Chan series. Full of laughs and stories!
Baseball Bookin’ It Again
An enjoyable catch up with the outstanding writer, who will be in Kansas City September 8th to promote his latest book “Why We Love Baseball”, combined with a reprise of our outstanding Profile conversation from last year, Great stuff!
Decades of Being Our Connection to the Chiefs
A delightful conversation with the ESPN reporter, previously with the KC Star. The California native and Michigan State grad came to KC over three decades ago and has brought his sharp reporting skills and dry sense of humor to his craft and this enjoyable chat.
Story Telling and Story Teller Revisited
I have been revisiting Joe Posnanski's fine book "The Baseball 100" as we head toward the postseason, and thought that makes it a perfect time to revisit our fabulous discussion from earlier this year. A great life's journey, obviously well told. Enjoy again or for the first time!
A Life in the FBI and Beyond
Jeff grew up in Connecticut with a dream to be an FBI agent and eventually realized it, and has used that knowledge as a captivating spokesperson and author. Great information, stories, and fun.
Far More than Games
A fascinating and enjoyable conversation with the former Kansas City Star reporter, who has been at the Washington Post since 2012. His own life story, and those he tells like in his new book “Across the River”, come to life honestly and amiably.
One Fascinating Journey to Another
John’s work at Sports Illustrated, and on his many books, is likely familiar. The route he took there is a fascinating ride of stories and reminiscences with Kansas City always as a focal point. A chronicle of the times of the golf world, journalism, sports, activism, and much more..