Public affairs with an entertaining spin. Longtime reporter Kathy Quinn discusses all things Kansas City.
Kansas City public affairs with an entertaining spin! FOX4's Kathy Quinn talks to JJ Mirabile about opening up his restaurant after the shutdown and how tough it was on him and his employees. She also talks to Rosilyn Temple from Mothers in Charge about the protests and homicide rate and how nothing will get fixed until the people admit they need to do something about killing each other. Finally, she talks with Tanika Cherie about a medical issue called CCCA a form of alopecia -- Cherie wants to help other people with the issue.
Actress Dee Wallace is on a mission. The famous E.T. actress from KCK wants people to remember that we need to include love in our lives---especially during these crazy COVID times. FOX4's Kathy Quinn also spoke with Jim Wahlberg and his book called, "The Big Hustle." He describes addiction and how he turned it around after serving two stints in prison. Wahlberg says it was a God thing after he met Mother Teresa. His two brothers, Mark and Donnie, are singers and actors. Finally, Kansas City's Celtic rockers, The Elders, lost their guitarist from pulmonary fibrosis. We dedicate a song at the end of the podcast to Steve Phillips.
FOX4's Kathy Quinn meets a former corporate executive who retired only to start a non-profit to honor veterans and men and women in the military. It's called Celebrate Fatigues, and she came up with the idea after finding her husband's old fatigues. Also, COVID-19 has changed the way we live our everyday lives, including connecting with our doctors. Sano Orthopedics has changed with the times in a positive way by connecting with their patients virtually. And finally, musicians have been hit pretty hard economically because gigs have been canceled, and they have no income. The Midwest Music Foundation is a local non-profit that assists musicians with emergency expenses -- so far during the pandemic, they have handed out $90,000. The closing song is "Golden Ghost," by The Elders, www.eldersmusic.com"
Kansas City reached a record high number of homicides recently. It's something the community and the police are working on together to try and solve. Sgt. Jake Becchina with the KCPD joins Kathy Quinn with his reaction to the 154th homicide of the year. Also, people are getting cabin fever during the pandemic, but for Roy Harryman, it's been a time of inspiration. He created a website of Kansas City hiking trails for those looking to get outside. Finally, recent news stories reported local hospitals turning ambulances away because of COVID-19. Prime Healthcare CEO Mark Benz talks about his hospitals and why they will never turn any patient away.
A husband and wife team call themselves the Wyandotte Angels. They help people in the "Dot" with clothing and food but never collect a dime. Also, Team Fidelis supports veterans who may be thinking about suicide, many who suffer from PTSD, like Daniel Brazzel, the founder of the group. And, get ready to be scared, because Amber from Full Moon Productions is the Queen of Haunts. Her family has the longest running haunted house in the country.
A retired Kansas City Missouri Police officer writes about his life in the inner-city and how his decisions shaped his life. It's called "Failure to Comply." Bobby Irvin Jr. talks about how his book would help young people of today. It's also so cool to be able to talk to Yvonne from Wings of Love, a bird rescue, in Pleasant Hill, Missouri.
Kathy Quinn talks one-on-one with the big man with the beard, the Car Santa. Terry Franz gives gently used vehicles to veterans and families in need every Christmas.
Kathy's second podcast guest is the owner of World's Window in the Brookside area of Kansas City. Jan describes her special holiday nativity window with nativities from all over the world.
And for decades the Della Lamb Community Center has helped needy families in the metro with food, shelter, clothing and other basic services and needs. Ryan Hudnall took over the reins of Della Lamb when things were normal one year ago, and now, he has to navigate through the pandemic.
This week we get an update on the current COVID-19 surge from the Chief Medical Director at St. Mary's Medical center, who says people need to remain vigilant. Kathy Quinn also talks to international singer Ashley Davis, based in Lawrence, who tells us about her experience producing her latest album within the pandemic atmosphere. Finally, Team FIdelis is looking for volunteers to help them assist veterans in the community with PTSD.
FOX4’s Kathy Quinn talks to retired police officer Richard White as he delivers meals for Christmas, a tradition 44-years-old. Next, Southside Grill owners discuss continuing, updated health restrictions as they work to stay in business during the pandemic. Sticking with the coronavirus, Kathy finishes off the podcast talking to the CEO of St. Joseph's Medical Center as they begin vaccinations.
First, the Welcome House celebrates five decades helping Kansas City men recover from substance and alcohol abuse. Next, FOX4’s Kathy Quinn loves dogs and cats, and so does the Great Plains SPCA. They assist nearly 200 families with their pets during the cold weather. And finally, Quinn finds out about the latest gadgets to keep people safe from crime.