We visit with John's cousin, Major Andrew Melander, a Green Beret on Veteran's Day.

We meet with Ben Brown and discuss a growing challenge!

Once again, not our best effort. However, the end of the show offers a special glimpse into the dynamic that exists among the KC Crew when the tape isn't rolling.

Is it possible to discuss politics without being divisive? Hats off to Mike Newcome who is trying his best to run a campaign for Governor dominated with kindness. The fact is, we tried...really hard. It might not be possible. Based on some listener feedback, we have edited out some regretful dialogue and hope that someone like Mike can be an example of the kind of politician the country seems to need.

The KC crew enjoy a fun visit with Agile Video's Todd Vaske.

This one matters!

Probably not our best effort, but having a little fun with this "Quickie>"

Regions Hospital Trauma Department faces incredibly difficult cases every day. We visit with an important member of that team.

John's dad passed away last week. The fellas reflect on the extraordinary kindness that can often come during the most difficult times.

The whole gang is in studio. Buckle up for a bunch of nonsense. JJ McCarthy, 21 cents, Would you rather and a special Dr. Who clip.

Maybe our favorite episode ever. Our OLD pal (emphasis on the OLD), Mike Newcome introduces us to two very impressive students from Ukraine, Alisa and Dasha are about as impressive as two 16-year olds could be. Wow!

Sports sports sports...is your whole life about sports/ This week it is! KG is back and there was a lot to cover.

Part 2 of our visit with Billy focuses on his battle with Focal Dystonia and his decision to switch from a world-class right handed guitarist into a world class southpaw. Unreal story.

World-class guitarist, composer and producer, Billy McLaughlin joins us in studio in a fascinating two part interview.

sorry we missed a week. We bet you survived. No KG. No Intern Jeff. No problem.Nate Bargaetze. Sydney Sweeney. Would you rather- KC Edition. Thanks for listening.

Read, Brush, Floss, Repeat... one way to mitigate the chances of Alzheimer's Disease. In a science and syllable heavy episode, we learn a bit about the role that oral health can play in preventing Alzheimer's Disease and the lab at the University of Minnesota researching this issue. A lab funded by the CAD (Curing Alzheimer's Disease) Foundation.

We visit with Mahtomedi High School Student, Jaylen Jones, aspiring entrepreneur with a big heart. Learn more about his unique idea of connecting high school students with seniors in need of cleaning services and companionship.

What. A. Guest. Intern Jeff lands another excellent storyteller! Enjoy. We did.

We visit with Professor Quentin Schulze, author of the best selling, "You'll Shoot Your Eye Out." He shares stories of Jean Shepherd, American storyteller, humorist known for the film, "A Christmas Story," which he narrated and co-scripted. He also wrote "The Great American Fourth of July and Other Disasters," which seemed appropriate for this time of year. Professor Shultze taught a class with Jean Shepherd on storytelling

In a "Best of" episode, we visit with author Steve Adelman about his career in the Night Club business that took him from Boston to New York to LA to Singapore to Memphis. The characters he encountered and the kindness (yes, kindness) he experienced along the way.