Tag: fifa world cup 2026
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Episode 11: Conversation with Mayor Quinton Lucas, Mayor of Kansas City
Host Michael Mackie sits down with Quinton Lucas, Mayor of Kansas City, Missouri. Get an inside look at Mayor Lucas’s insights on the World Cup and what it means for Kansas City’s future. Hear the mayor's thoughts on the City’s growing cultural landscape, including the new arts destinations in the 18th & Vine area and the Kansas City Symphony’s new venue in the South Plaza district. He shares where he would like to see the Kansas City Streetcar expand in the future, provides a status update on the South Loop project and more.
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Episode 10: Conversation with Sidonie Garrett, Executive Artistic Director of the Heart of America Shakespeare Festival
Host Michael Mackie sits down with Sidonie Garrett, Executive Artistic Director of the Heart of America Shakespeare Festival. Their discussion centers around the upcoming 2026 production of Macbeth. Garrett discusses tips for the ultimate "theatrical tailgating" experience and why Southmoreland Park is the ideal place for residents and visitors to the upcoming World Cup to experience classic Shakespeare in an inviting setting for free. They also discuss continuing educational partnerships with local organizations such as The Black Repertory Theater of Kansas City and plans for their big 35th anniversary.
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Episode 9: Dr. Peggy Shannon, The Nerman Family President of the Kansas City Art Institute
Host Michael Mackie sits down with Dr. Peggy Shannon, The Nerman Family President of the Kansas City Art Institute, to explore the school’s evolving strategic vision. They discuss Marble & Canvas, the new on‑campus retail store showcasing student and alumni work, and how the Streetcar extension is already boosting foot traffic along The Arterie—Kansas City’s emerging cultural corridor. The upcoming Selfie Love Scavenger Hunt will allow residents and World Cup visitors to experience the entire cultural corridor, take pictures and win prizes throughout the summer.
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Episode 8: Kathy Nelson, CEO & President of the Kansas City Sports Commission & Visit KC, and Lindsey Douglas, Chief Operating Office of KC2026
Host Michael Mackie sits down with Kathy Nelson, CEO & President of the Kansas City Sports Commission & VisitKC, and Lindsey Douglas, Chief Operating Officer of KC2026, to discuss how the World Cup will impact international, national and regional visitors and local residents. Transportation options including the new Streetcar extensions are discussed as key components of accessibility for all events from May through July in Kansas City and for easy accessibility to cultural arts activities for residents and visitors after the World Cup.
