Audacy is launching “Beyond the Pitch Kansas City,” a podcast hosted by 98.1 KMBZ’s (KMBZ-FM) Scott Parks and 96.5 The Fan’s (KFNZ-FM) Rob Brenton, spotlighting the journey of how Kansas City won the bid to host the World Cup and how the execution will roll out. The first episode debuts on March 4, with new episodes dropping weekly on Wednesdays until July 22.

“We can’t wait for the world to learn about the inner workings of being a host city,” said Roxanne Marati, Senior Vice President and Market Manager, Audacy Kansas City. “As long-time soccer fans, Rob and Scott are the perfect voices to chronicle the path to victory and the tenacity it takes to host a world sporting event. This podcast is an ode to our great city.” 

“As an avid soccer fan and big supporter of the United States Men’s National Soccer Team, I’m really excited to host this podcast,” said Brenton. “It intersects my love of the sport and the city I grew up in.” 

The podcast will feature special guests, including Quinton Lucas, Mayor of Kansas City; Kathy Nelson, President of the Kansas City Sports Commission; and Mark Donovan, President of the Kansas City Chiefs. All episodes will be 30-45 minutes and can be found on 96.5 The Fan’s YouTube page. Highlights will be shared on 98.1 KMBZ and 96.5 The Fan’s social media platforms. 

Brenton began his radio career in 2011 as a part-time board operator at 810 WHB and 1510 KCTE in Kansas City. He joined Audacy in 2020 as a producer of 96.5 The Fan and has since then taken on various roles at the station. 

An industry veteran with nearly three decades of experience, Parks has been a staple of Kansas City radio since joining Audacy in 1996. Since 2012, he has been the co-host of the long-running “Dana and Parks” afternoon show, and he has become a trusted voice in the community. His commitment to journalistic excellence was recognized in 2006 when he was honored with two prestigious Edward R. Murrow Awards.

Listeners can tune into the two Audacy Kansas City stations and connect with them via social platforms below. 

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