SportsBeat KC

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Another week, another heart-stopping victory for Chiefs. This one came at a cost

October 06, 2026

After four weeks of the NFL season, the Chiefs are one of three teams to stand 4-0, but remaining undefeated wasn’t easy ... and it was costly from an injury standpoint.The Chiefs outlasted the Las Vegas Raiders 30-27, but lost wide receivers Tyquan Thornton and Rashee Rice during the game. Thornton’s ankle injury is more serious than Rice’s hamstring strain and Thornton is likely to miss the rest of the regular season.How does this affect the Chiefs, and do they sign a free agent, like forme...

Chiefs found a way, Royals lost a once-promising season: SportsBeat KC podcast

September 29, 2026

The Chiefs didn’t win many style points, but they won the game.A 24-10 triumph in the first road game, at the Miami Dolphins, improved the Chiefs’ record to 3-0 for the 14th time in franchise history.On SportsBeat KC, the weekly sports podcast of The Star and KCUR (89.3), beat writer Pete Sweeney and columnists Sam McDowell and Vahe Gregorian broke down the game they covered in Miami, and what it means for the Chiefs going forward, starting with Sunday’s date against the surprising Las Vegas ...

Kansas City Chiefs defeat Miami Dolphins 24-10 | Instant reaction

September 28, 2026

The Chiefs won in the same building that Patrick Mahomes won his first Super Bowl, a 24-10 too-close-for-comfort win against the Dolphins on Sunday.They were imperfect. But the record remains perfect: 3-0.Here are The Star’s initial observations from the gameSportsBeat KC is the sports podcast of The Kansas City Star and KCUR, hosted by Blair Kerkhoff. It’s produced by Hannah Wise, Suzanne Hogan, and Seth Jahraus, and edited by Jeff Rosen and Scott Chasen.

Happer & Schaefer · Low booking difficulty · 1,000 - 10,000 listeners

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SportsBeat KC is hosted by Blair Kerkhoff. Its publicly listed email is hogansm@kcur.org. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for SportsBeat KC?

The publicly listed email for SportsBeat KC: hogansm@kcur.org.

How many listeners does SportsBeat KC have?

Podseeker estimates SportsBeat KC reaches 1,000 to 10,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for SportsBeat KC?

SportsBeat KC typically books industry leaders. Typical guest background: Sports figures, coaches, executives, analysts, or public figures with a timely Kansas City connection; established entertainment professionals may also fit when tied to the region or a relevant local story. Common among recent guests: Recognized professional sports or college sports experience; Leadership or insider expertise in a Kansas City sports organization; Prominent television or entertainment credits. Recent guests include Brendan Hunt.

How hard is it to get booked on SportsBeat KC?

Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.

What topics does SportsBeat KC cover?

Recent episodes cover Sports, Kansas City Sports, American Football, Baseball, and College Sports. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.