A blog post about cool things in Wichita, Kansas.
Today’s guest is Damon Young. Damon is the CEO of Lead Wichita. Lead Wichita is an organization that exists to “equip, inspire, and connect leaders for greater community impact.” We dive into Damon’s personal and work history to understand what drives him, lessons learned, and what he hopes to do Read more…
What is Economic Mobility? “Economic mobility refers to the ability of individuals, families, or groups to improve their economic status over time. It’s essentially moving up the economic ladder, often measured by changes in income or wealth. This movement can occur within a person’s lifetime or across generations. The following is a study Read more…
You may have seen the new Wichita Monrovians alternate jersey for the Wichita Wind Surge as part of the MiLB community outreach initiative ‘The Nine’ (aptly named after the number Jackie Robinson wore in his sole season in the minors). But that got me thinking… how many people have actually Read more…
Ever wonder what a day at Tanganyika looks like?Let’s take a look at our latest adventure! (click here to see our day) We live out east and it always seems like Tanganyika is soooo far away, but in reality it isn’t too far (and an easy drive straight down Kellogg). Read more…
With 3 kids under 5, date nights can be hard to come by if you don’t plan them and make them a priority (one of our 2025 goals). Sur La Table (pronounced Sir la tob, not sur lay tab-lay, or sir la table) makes it extremely easy to plan a Read more…
I was browsing Reddit a while back, as one does, and came across a post about a project making the front page of Kickstarter (a site where users can fund people with ideas that need funding). This project was called “SEE YOU NEXT YEAR: The “Halloween-est” Story of All Time Read more…
Nurses, Doctors, First Responders, and more face the harsh reality that they may not spend Christmas with their families. For some, celebrating means enjoying the festivities on another day so everyone can be together. For the children who fear Santa may miss them because their family celebrates differently, Londa Shupe Read more…
Riverfest 2024 It’s that time of year! Friday kicks off the 52nd Wichita Riverfest that runs May 31st through June 8th. We want to give the quick lowdown on what to expect and how to maximize your fun this week at Riverfest. Riverfest Buttons Each year, Wichita has a new line up Read more…
Today’s guest is Dustin Herman. Dustin is the manager at R&J Discount Liquor. We talked all about the liquor industry while we tested out some delicious bourbon. If you’re only listening to this, check out the video over on youtube. Highly recommend you head to R&J to check out their Read more…
Today’s guest is Derek Sorrells aka the Willy Wonka of Wichita. Derek is the founder of Scion Capital Partners and has opened many of Wichita’s favorite and fun places like Papa’s, The Arcade, Just a Sip, Sweet n Saucy, Let’s Go Build and his most recent business Flight 1868 a Read more…
Today’s guest is Greer Cowley. Greer is the Director of Strategic Partnerships at HumanKind Ministries. We talk all about what HumanKind Ministries is and how they help the homeless community. We also talk about how you can help and how you could possibly see the Super Bowl next year for Read more…
Today’s guest is Fayola Oyatayo. Fayola is the CEO of a production media company called Fays Solutions, he is the Emcee for KU football games and WSU Basketball games and he has come to be known as Mr. Wichita. We talk all about his journey to Wichita, his favorite parts, Read more…
Did Wichita steal the flag? Did we steal the logo / symbol on our beloved flag? Before we answer that, who or what would Wichita even be stealing from? The whole debate really started back in 2019 when an Albuquerque news organization wanted to stir the pot. Let’s take a look Read more…
Today’s guest is Jessie Hartke. Jessie is an independent music advocate and entrepreneur. Jessie and her husband Adam own Hartke Presents, D Tour, the Wave Venue, part owners in The Cotillion and most recently, Midtopia We talk all about the music industry in general, in Wichita and how Midtopia is Read more…
Todays guest is Vanessa Whiteside. This is Vanessa’s second time on the podcast. The first was to promote her book 100 things to do in Wichita before you die. This time we talk about her newest book, Secret Wichita, a guide tot he weird, wonderful and obscure. We talk about Read more…
Today’s guest is Dr. Ron Hunninghake, Chief Medical Officer at the Riordan Clinic. We talked about Dr. Ron’s pillars to health, the Check Your Health Program at the Riordan clinic, Chronic Complex Disease and much more Enjoy my conversation with Dr. Ron.
This episode is a little different. My friend Jacob O’Connor welcomed me onto his Real Conversations podcast. We talked about the origins of Wichita Life, chasing entrepreneurship and the value of consistency and much more. Be sure to head over to youtube and the podcast app of your choice and Read more…
Today’s guest is Spencer from SB Mowing. SB Mowing is the name of Spencer’s lawn care (and pressure washing) social media empire with 23 million followers across Youtube, Facebook, Tiktok, and instagram. We talk all about how he got started, how quickly he grew, the darkside of social media when Read more…
There are a ton of fall festivals in the Wichita area. Here is a quick guide so you don’t miss them! September October November
(originally posted 8/24/2022) Century II is a hot topic these days. On one side you have Save Century II who wants to preserve one of the iconic buildings in Wichita and part of our skyline (yes, we do have one of those). On the other side, you have people singing Read more…
One of the most frequent messages I receive from our readers is that they can’t read the stories that I link to. This is because they are from the Wichita Eagle which not everyone subscribes to. I understand the frustration, but that’s still where I get a lot of information Read more…
Today’s guest is Jocelyn Galicia Powell. Jocelyn runs multiple businesses with her most well know business being 2UAuto which is a mobile detailing service. We talk all about the inspiration for 2UAuto (which she started at 19), her 5 other businesses including a restaurant at Cheney Lake and a Rave Read more…
The Garvey Center Big shout out to one of my newest favorite follows “Veloace” on Youtube, Instagram, and Tiktok. He’s dropping knowledge on Wichita and is the inspiration for this post as we continue our look at the skyline of Wichita. We kicked it off with an overall history of our skyline last year and Read more…
The Story of Korleone Young Only 41 players ever have gone straight from high school to the NBA and one of Wichita’s very own Korleone Young is among this elite crew that includes Lebron James, Kobe Bryant, Tracy McGrady, Kevin Garnett and more. Before we dive into an abridged version Read more…
Skylines When you think of iconic skylines, what do you think of? Maybe you think of New York City or Dubai or Sydney, Australia. What about Wichita? Some people say there is no “skyline” in Wichita. You know what we say to those people? “Welcome to Wichita, home of the Keeper Read more…
Todays guest is Korleone Young. Korleone is one of just 41 basketball players to go from high school to the NBA. We talk all about Wichita, biddy ball, his career growing up in town, playing at east, playing at Hargrave academy then making the decision to jump to the pros. Read more…
Today’s guest is BJ Hunt from Walnut River Brewing Company. We talk about the origins of Walnut River, the flagship and seasonal flavors and everything else you’ve ever wondered about running a local brewery. Enjoy my conversation with BJ Hunt. walnutriverbrewing.com Thank you to our sponsor Il Primo Espresso Caffe.
Riverfest 2023 It’s that time of year! Friday kicks off the 51st Wichita Riverfest that runs June 2nd through June 10th. We want to give the quick lowdown on what to expect and how to maximize your fun this week at Riverfest. Riverfest Buttons Each year, Wichita has a new line up Read more…
Ever wondered why Wichita’s street addresses end with an N, E, S, or W? It’s all thanks to our simple grid-based system that makes navigating Wichita and Sedgwick County a breeze. Let’s dig in. At the heart of this system are two key streets – Douglas Avenue and Main Street. Read more…
People say there is nothing to do in Wichita outside of eating, drinking, or sports. Well what if I told you we could sort of combine all of these for another option? Trivia. In a tale as old as time, trivia can bring out the best and the worst in people. Read more…
Celebrating the Vibrant Performing Arts Scene in Wichita Visit Wichita A complaint I often hear about Wichita is that outside of food, drinks, and some sports, there is nothing to do in town. Today I want to shine a light on a different slice of our city you might not Read more…
Today’s guest is Samantha Lucciarini. Sam is a 3rd generation real estate professional, but not exactly what you’d imagine. While she does have her real estate license, she runs a niche publication called Real Producers as well as a podcast called Beyond the Pages. Sam also runs a local publication Read more…
Today’s episode is a little different. I was asked to moderate the Startup Grind Wichita Fireside Chat with Alex Harb of Meddy’s & RBS IT Solutions. I last interviewed Alex in May of 2020 and things have changed a lot. We talked about his journey from falling asleep at LSILogic Read more…
Hi, my name’s Wichita and I like to party. People come out in droves to Riverfest, Tacofest, all the fests. Next to Riverfest, there is one organization that continues to add new events in Wichita and push the limit of what is possible here. Festive ICT. What is Festive ICT? Read more…
Welcome to our local Wichita sports blog, where we list the links for the local sports team schedules happening in Wichita. Whether you’re a die-hard fan or just looking for something fun to do with friends and family, we’ve got you covered. Sit back, relax, and get ready to cheer Read more…
Address: 12007 E 13th St N, Wichita, KS 67206 Phone: (316) 247-9639 JR Mortgage offers FHA, home and VA loan options. They also put together a great guide for moving to Wichita.
Today’s guest is Troy Trussell. Troy owns Trussell Media which is a complete media company who specializes in professional videography, podcast production and drone footage. He also runs Live Local where he and Darren Hackney try all the delicious food in Wichita as well as various food challenges. Thank you Read more…
Wichita in Pop Culture What is the first song, show, movie, or piece of literature that comes to mind when you hear the word Wichita? Depending on what generation you fall into, you probably said Wichita Lineman or Seven Nation Army. In both cases, you’re not wrong, but those aren’t the Read more…
Union Station. It’s hard to miss when you’re driving down Douglas. It’s a big building with a whole lot of potential. How is it currently being utilized? How has it been utilized in the past? Let’s dive in. The History of Union Station 1914 – 1979 KSHS.org Union Station (formerly Read more…
Buy Local – WichitaShirtCo.com Wichita loves to buy and support local. We asked our followers their favorite places to shop local for services, goods, and gift cards. The list is compiled below! Let us know what we missed. You can also find a great shop local guide from Visit Wichita here. Shop Local Read more…
Today’s guests are Jacob O’Connor and Jon Peterson. Jacob and Jon started Player Card which is looking to make an impact in the Name Image Likeness (NIL) space for college athletes. We talk about what drew them both to Wichita State, their backgrounds in startups, Player Card and much more. Read more…
These Suspenders Are Saying Something! Have you seen friends wearing them recently and wondered, “What are thesesuspender t-shirts all about?” Suspenders4Hope are the national symbol for communitysupport of mental health developed by psychologists at Wichita State University.Showcasing real stories of hope, help-seeking and resiliency, the Suspenders4Hopeprogram aims to increase connections Read more…
When you think of fountains, what is the first thing that comes to mind? Maybe it’s the Trevi Fountain in Rome? Or the Apollo Fountain in Paris? Or maybe even the Bellagio Fountains in Viva Las Vegas? Bellagio Fountains But what about the Fountains at WaterWalk (in Wichita)? FOUNTAINS AT Read more…
There are many levels of “fame”. There is Harrison Ford / Han Solo / Indiana Jones famous (who isn’t from Wichita, but often frequents it) that pretty much anyone can recognize. There are other levels of fame where you recognize a face or a name from something. There is also Read more…
Ar-Kansas River Before we get too far, it’s important to understand “the river” in Wichita. The Keeper of the Plains marks the confluence (like that word, big vocab over here eh?) of the Little Arkansas River and the Arkansas River. Ar-Kansas River When I think of the Ar-Kansas River Read more…
Today’s guest is Vanessa Whiteside. Vanessa is the creator behind One Delightful life and author of 100 Things to Do in Wichita before you die. We talk about her journey as a blogger, writer and influencer as well as what it’s like to write a book. Make sure you head Read more…
Today’s guest is Stacy Ward Lattin. Stacy and her husband Torrey own and operate Hopping Gnome Brewing which they opened in 2015. We talk about why they got into the brewing industry, the ups and downs, their upcoming 7 year anniversary party, and much more. Enjoy my conversation with Stacy Read more…
Today’s guest is Courtney Nance. Courtney is the creator of the Yadda Yadda Yadda Show and Yadda Fest. The Yadda Yadda Yadda Show is a talk show that consists of interviews with local musicians, bartenders, cooks and includes musical performances. Yadda Fest is a huge party to celebrate the show Read more…
Today’s episode is a little different. I had the opportunity to facilitate a fireside chat at the April 2022 Startup grind event. I sat down with Angela and Deborah of QuickHire to discuss their startup company and talk all about their journey. Thank you to our sponsors Il Primo Espresso Read more…
Today’s episode is a little bit different. The Wichita State alumni association runs a podcast called the Shock Talk podcast. A series they do is called Innovators and I had the opportunity to go on as a guest. The following is my conversation with Jacob O’connor, the host of the Read more…