Up To Date

web@kcur.org

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Booking Overview

Up To Date is a Kansas City–focused show that brings listeners daily, conversation-style coverage of what’s happening in the region and how it affects their lives. It’s especially valuable for PR because it regularly books local and national-relevant voices across politics, policy, and community issues, supported by KCUR original reporting.

Metrics

Episodes: 100

Frequency: Daily

Rating: 4.3/5.0

Estimated listeners: 1k-10k

Gender skew: Male

Location: USA

Instagram: 32.0k followers

Contact Information

web@kcur.org

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Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

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Typical Credentials:  
Local/regional political figures (state/federal lawmakers or candidates), subject-matter experts, nonprofit leaders working on community issues, and notable representatives connected to the episode’s public-interest topic. Guests may also include institutional/organizational representatives (e.g., faith-group leaders).
Required Achievements:  
elected office (or election campaigns), leadership role in a nonprofit or community organization, public recognition via exoneration/reentry advocacy, institutional role within a public-interest organization or faith group

Recent Guest Discussions

Rep. Mark Alford - Bipartisan Housing Bill; War In Iran; Supreme Court Birthright Citizenship Ruling; Other Political Issues

Darryl Burton - Wrongful Imprisonment And Reentry Challenges; Nonprofit Work And Reentry Support; Fundraiser

Recent Topics

Local Politics, Housing, Religion, Criminal Justice, Public Policy

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
Up To Date
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Mayor Quinton Lucas believes Kansas City 'knocked it out of the park' as World Cup host

July 13, 2026

Kansas City Mayor Quinton Lucas joined KCUR's Up To Date to look back on the city's performance as a World Cup host, and to discuss what went right and what went wrong during the tournament.

The Whiffs ring in 10 years of rock ‘n’ roll in Kansas City

July 12, 2026

It’s become something of a tradition for the band to play at Hillsiders on the Fourth of July. A decade in, they’ve embraced their international fans and close community at home.

Food recs: Kansas City’s best french fries, tater tots and more

July 11, 2026

French fries are quintessentially American, and nearly ubiquitous at Kansas City restaurants. Here’s where you can find the best straight-cut, waffle, and curly fries, plus tater tots, poutine and more.

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