Big topics, big opinions, and big events to scrutinize. The NFL Draft in major focus, assessing the Royals first twenty games, trivia fun, and side road journeys that produce plenty of laughs. Come along!Danny Clinkscale

Wyatt notched yet another career milestone when he called Royals games on radio in New York recently. We get up to date, and then revisit his life and times Profile from a couple of years back. Broadcasting rites and site galore told in his typical genial fashion.Danny Clinkscale

An entertaining, opinion-filled, and eclectic blast every time, this time filled with high-level all-star collaborations, painful missteps, new realeses and more. Highs and lows with Taylor Swift, The Beatles, Courtney Love, Justin Timberlake, Billy Joel, Slash, Mark Knopfler, Huey Lewis, The Baseball Project, and more. Enjoy!…

An amazing weekend full of global stars, a major golf tournament, the surprising Royals, and much more. We check in with Daniel Sperry of the Star and share thoughts on the Lionel Messi experience we watched at Arrowhead, and I'll dive into all the rest that made for a special few days!Danny Clinkscale

Thrilled to be back and hanging out with Jack, Kurtis, and Adam and batting around enjoyable banter on The Masters and Tiger Woods, the red-hot Royals, Messi in KC, trivia fun, and other enjoyable detours. Come on along!Danny Clinkscale

A previous generation's Caitlin Clark, Jackie Stiles, a prodigy from an early age in Claflin, KS., had relentless drive and outsized talent that made her a sensation, and allowed her to overcome numerous challenges in her playing, coaching, and professional career. A ruly captivating and inspirational reprise of our enjoyable conversation.…

Usually this Wednesday space is reserved for “Danny and Tim’s Music Scene”. I’m still on the DL for a few more days, so check out any of the archived episodes, and this special reprise of our tremendous Profiles conversation with Tim Finn back when we started up the podcast. Revealing and enjoyable, and filled with personal tales and big name inter…

Denny Matthews is one of myriad wonderful conversations archived here on Kansas City Profiles Presented by Easton Roofing. Enjoy this and chats with Jan Stenarud, Tim Grunhard, Peter Vermes, Hal Linden, Bob Kendrick, Greg Gurley, Bob Davis, Kareem Rush, and many, many more. Seek and ye shalll find LOL. Enjoy as I recover from eye surgery and we'll …

Another rather amazing mix of beer ratings, historical explorations, obscure notes, and nonsensical fun. Health challenges, top notch beers, lesser TV shows and movies, Yiddish phraseology, the stadium vote, soccer, and the always demanded fact check. Go highbrow and lowbrow with us. Salut!Danny Clinkscale

From the silly to the sublime on the couple's view of life. Jayne's joy of singing, and for both The Tiny Chef and Greta Garbo, we dive into an upcoming Jerry Seinfeld Project, listening to the KC Symphony and The Who, the loss of a historic landmark, and many other enjoyable detours. Come on along!Danny Clinkscale

Despite it being just the third game, a huge win for the Royals Sunday. We'll dive into it with David Lesky from "Inside the Crown". The Chiefs Rashee Rice is in trouble, the Final Four is set, SKC and KC Current roll, a bit of golf, and much more. Join in!Danny Clinkscale

Spring is in the air with the banter boys, as we talk Royals early season prospects, March Madness and multiple college hoops issues, have some trivia fun, and take some enjoyable detours. Come on along!Danny Clinkscale

Yes, the Royals did fall to the Twins in their first game, but still Opening Day has a special feeling. From the GM, to the manager, to the players past and present, and most importantly the fans, a sunny spring day marks a beginning. Let’s bring you the sights and sounds of a special sports moment in time. Enjoy!…

A brimming menu of eclectic topics from social activism by female artists, revealing documentaries, a major star biopic in two ways, remembering a very cool one hit wonder's creator, and more featuring Olivia Rodrigo, The Go Go's, Timothy Chalamet, Gary Clark Jr., Buddy Holly, Bad Company, Kevin Bacon, and others. A fabulous fun listen!…

It was a sad sack Saturday locally as Kansas got drilled by Gonzaga, and Sporting KC spit up a lead in losing. Bill Self and Peter Vermes will weigh in. But there was electrifying entertainment to be found elsewhere in the Big Dance, the Chiefs make their Sneed trade, the Royals are ready, an emotional golf win for Mizzou’s Malnati, and more. Enjoy…

The weekly banterfest is enjoying the confluence of many different sports as spring begins. Kansas slips into another round, other NCAA notes and memories, a bit of Royals, trivia, and plenty of smiles!Danny Clinkscale

The Kansas City, Kansas native has sampled nearly every aspect of business and entertainment. Actress, playwright, board member, film critic, and more. Her movie reviews are featured in KC and around the country and her new PBS series "Get Lost" highlights area road trips. Lonita's infectious and thoughtful personality shines here!.…

From near and far, the Thirsty Boys are weighing in and raising beverages. Targets include UFO’s, Opening Day, Peruvian delights and geography, SNL past and present, fresh veggies, vintage television, and more. Add in the ever-demanded fact check, and it’s time to settle in and Salut!Danny Clinkscale

The couple's view of life is full of zest as spring (we hope) has sprung. Our varied, and sometimes shared, passions are highlighted from youth chorus to baseball, fine films to streaming series, Easter vagaries to great singing, are all highlighted. Join in!Danny Clinkscale

There is plenty of extraordinary to dive into. KU has not been, but they have a new start with March Madness upon us. We discuss it with Mike Vernon from KUHearings.com. The KC Current makes history, and wins, and is joined by Sporting KC in the W column. Scottie Scheffler cements his standing as top dog in golf, a bit of Chiefs, a touch of Royals,…

Another fun Friday hangout with Todd, Kurtis, and Adam as we toss around College hoops ins and outs for KU, MU, and KSU, NFL free agency, the stadium vote, trivia fun, and other enjoyable detours. Come on along!Danny Clinkscale

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!Danny Clinkscale

Far-flung and a great listen as always, we dive into triumphs and connections at the Oscars, great documentaries, lost greats across generations, live music club challenges, and the impact of the upcoming vote, and more featuring Billie Eilish, Eric Carmen, Steve Lawrence, Jon Batiste, Karl Wallinger, and others. Enjoy!…

Blair Kerkhoff joins us to discuss the Chris Jones contract, and set up the Big 12 Tournaments and other college hoops chatter. Also, Sporting KC and the KC Current, Royals in the desert, Scottie Scheffler dominates, and more. Enjoy!Danny Clinkscale

An enjoyably different hangout with Todd, Kurtis, and Adam diving deep into Chiefs free agent issues, plenty of college hoops, glory days laughs, playlist fun, trivia, and more. Enjoy!Danny Clinkscale

Opening Day is just three weeks away. Let's get in a baseball mood with a timely revisit with Steve Busby. The Royals Hall of Famer succeeded at all levels and professions despite many hurdles being thrown in his way. High school star, USC All-American, a blazing star for the Royals at a young age, and a respected announcer, his well-told tale reso…

The banter boys have their sights set on exotic tavel, sporting likes and dislikes, award shows, funny or not commercials, unique foods, and more. Add in the ever-demanded fact check and beer ratings, and join the fun. Salut!Danny Clinkscale

The couple’s view of life is full of tasty treats, literally and figuratively. Our takes on two Best Picture contenders, a nominated short film, an outstanding music doumentary, a standout concert, fine KC restaurants, and even a joyful workout guru. Come on along!Danny Clinkscale

Brings lots of college hoops on a rough Saturday for the locals. Matt Tait from R1S1 analyzes the state of the Jayhawks, who fell to Baylor. K-State and Mizzou have their own misery, SKC is rightly outraged, a little Royals, golf, and more round it out. Opinions, info, and smiles just for you!Danny Clinkscale

The banter battle is on once again with Chiefs franchise tag discussions, lots of college hoops, trivia fun, and some very enjoyable detours. Come on along!Danny Clinkscale

A wonderful conversation with the General Director and CEO of The Lyric Opera of Kansas City. Their production of "Romeo et Juliette" is staged on March 9th, 15th, and 17th. We discuss her distinguished career, the past, present, and future of The Lyric Opera, and the oustanding 2024 season. Enlightening and enjoyable!…

Grand performances, festivals, films, big names, and fascinating families are all part of the always lively mix. Featured this time around are Beck, The Killers, Willie Nelson, P.J. Harvey, Marty Stuart, Matthew Sweet, Mark Ronson, Killer Mike, and more. Join the fun!Danny Clinkscale

A lively look at a varied weekend of college hoops highs and lows, an SKC result in their opener, the Royals start in the desert, and a few more interesting tidbits. The thoughts of Peter Vermes and Dennis Gates included in an interesting listen. Come along!Danny Clinkscale

Transition time in sports has the boys talking Kansas City Royals expectations, along with the start of an always busy NFL offseason for the Chiefs, and a bit of Sporting KC, college hoops, and trivia mixed in. Enjoy!Danny Clinkscale

The banter boys return at their rollicking best, rating beers, doling out sense, weaving in nonsense, checking facts, and having big fun. Super Bowl fandom, comfort food similarities, historical musings, and much more. Salut!Danny Clinkscale

The couple’s view of life has a full plate of family emotions, cinematic treasures, historical reads, exciting journeys, and musical treats to wade into. Lincoln to Churchill, concerts to interesting locales, Altman to John Ford, and plenty of suggestions and fun!Danny Clinkscale

Turning the seasonal chapter from the Chiefs triumph on to college hoops, seasons looming for the Royals and SKC, NBA All Star problems, golf, and more with Bill Self and Jerome Tang weighing in. Variety, opinions, information, and fun!Danny Clinkscale

A few days on, diving deep into the specifics of the Super Bowl game itself, where the Chiefs go from here, some Royals stadium discussion, plus other lighthearted detours to enjoy.Danny Clinkscale

A wonderful conversation at a troubled time with author Ethan Bryan, whose book “A Year of Playing Catch” chronicled embracing that concept every day in 2018 , and built an initiative he is repeating this year. Connections using a simple game of catch from near and far, and an inspirational tale for all ages.…

Some of the biggest events in music have been packed in, or reflected on, recently and we are chronicling Super Bowl performances, Grammy moments, and more featuring Usher, Reba, Bob Marley, Tracy Chapman, Luke Combs, Joni, We Are The World, Mark Knopfler, and even more. Enjoy!Danny Clinkscale

An epic Super Bowl is the game of a thousand talking points. Excellence, mistakes, coaching decisions, emotions running wild, and in the end, Mahomes and the Chiefs lighting up Kansas City again. Soak it all in!Danny Clinkscale

From Vegas to KC, the opinions flow on the big one. The Chiefs are the points spread underdog and the selection overlord, and we dive into the whys, wherefores, and eventually, the prognostication in the always enjoyable banter battle.Danny Clinkscale

A compelling Super Bowl connection as we catch back up with Matt Bollig. His KC Chiefs wheelchair football team just fell short of three straight championships this week in the 2024 national title game. An enjoyable update, and inspirational reprise of his KC Profiles conversation.Danny Clinkscale

An intense yet enjoyable breakdown of the biggest game of them all from all angles. Dynasty talk for the Chiefs, and redemption for the 49ers, even as favorites. Detailed and fun all in one!Danny Clinkscale

We run up to another Chiefs Super Bowl a week from Sunday, a great time to revisit a fabulous past conversation with Pro Football Hall of Famer and Super Bowl hero Jan Stenerud. The native of Norway came to the U.S. as a ski jumper, before a standout college career, and nearly two decade stint in the NFL leading to being the first exclusive kicker …

A personal remebrance of my father Bob Clinkscale. It’s a success story mirrored by others, but specific to my world. A depression kid from a rough background, with a world of talent that emerged in unlikely fashion. Father, husband, friend, teacher, coach, doting grandpa, and so much more. Special to me, but familiar to anyone.…

It's another Super Bowl trip for the Chiefs as the conference championships features games won and opportunities blown. Diving deeply into the details as we always do, plus an early look ahead to the big one. Come along!Danny Clinkscale

Big game time, big banter time as we dive into Chiefs and Ravens in great depth, check out the NFC title game, a little college hoops, trivia, and enjoyable detours!Danny Clinkscale

An enjoyable conversation Kansas City restauranteur Larry Kime. He was raised in Chicago, the son of prominent jazz musicians, but chose the restaurant industry beginning with his high school years. He has spanned the country in every role it has to offer, and now has his own fine KC establishment, Cliff’s Taphouse. A fascinating journey through ev…

Another informative and enjoyable edition of music commentary. New venues, Academy Award songs, tributes, concert vagaries, and more featuring Billie Eilish, David Bowie, Madonna, Jon Batiste, The Mavericks, and many more. Always a blast!Danny Clinkscale