The Dana & Parks Podcast
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HOUR 1: What happened over the weekend?
D&P Highlight: Five men were convicted in a 1988 arson explosion that killed 6 KCFD firefighters. Now, one has been granted compassionate release.
D&P Highlight: What is he thinking? Why Pastor Adam Hamilton is considering running for office.
D&P Highlight: Worst corporate jargon in the workplace.
D&P Highlight: How old were you when...you learned to ride a bike?
BONUS: Presidents join the UFO discourse and new ways to look at death
This week, we’re diving into one of our favorite topics, aliens. While extraterrestrial life is often thought of as a sort of fringe topic, two U.S. presidents have recently been talking about them, so we had to get in on the fun. We’re also going to get a bit darker than usual this week with some talk about death. Featuring audio from WWJ Newsradio, Tommy Tucker out of WWL and the Dana & Parks Show out of KMBZ.
TRUE CRIME ROUNDUP: New study claims Kurt Cobain was murdered, but police say the case is closed
This week, we’re going to discuss a new study that suggests grunge rock icon Kurt Cobain didn’t die by suicide, but that he was murdered. Before we get to the Cobain case we’ll also listen in on an interview with an official with Leavenworth County Attorney Todd Thompson. He spoke to Audacy about a heartbreaking case where a mother was found guilty of manslaughter of her 25-day-old baby. And, to start we have some updates to high profile cases – the Nick Reiner and Nancy Guthrie cases – as well a murder investigation underway in the Bay Area. Featuring audio from KNX News in Los Angeles, WBEN News & Talk in Buffalo, KCBS Radio in the Bay Area, the Dana & Parks show out of KMBZ in Kansas City and Scoot out of WWL in New Orleans.
Full Show: Funerals, Fashion Faux Pas, and the Future of AI
bonusDana & Parks discuss the unusual presence of police at a funeral, current fashion trends, and the potential impact of AI on the workforce.
HOUR 4: Festivus Friday!
HOUR 3: AI probably won't take your job.
HOUR 2: You CAN wear what ever you want, but maybe you shouldn't.
HOUR 1: Is it normal to have police officers at a funeral?
D&P Highlight: Juries are really good at handing out other people's money.
D&P Highlight: Another metro town tries to crack down on the homeless. But I can't sleep in my car?!
D&P Highlight: Do they HAVE to do that while we're driving?!
Full Show: Bans, Co-Sleeping, & Freak Accidents
We dive into a tragic co-sleeping case that resulted in criminal charges and analyze the real intent behind Kansas City's proposed alcohol sales ban.
HOUR 4: What is this ban really trying to do?
HOUR 3: Are real menus making a come back?
HOUR 2: Freak accident reminds us to be alert, even when we don't think we need to be.
HOUR 1: When co-sleeping turns fatal. Why did this case lead to charges?
D&P Highlight: What's wrong with this guys fridge?
D&P Highlight: Suns out, buns out.
D&P Highlight: She went missing 24 years ago, leaving her family behind. She was found. Now she's been arrested.
Full Show: Senator Joe Nicola on AI Laws & What Makes a Neighbor Friendly
Join Dana and Parks as they navigate the complexities of modern life, from the legislative hurdles of artificial intelligence with State Senator Joe Nicola to the simple social cues of a friendly neighborhood.
HOUR 4: Is it time for a touch up? What are the top 3 plastic surgeries? Why?
HOUR 3: Is your child using AI for companionship? It's happening much more often than you think.
HOUR 2: What makes a neighborhood friendly?
HOUR 1: The struggles of legislating AI. State Senator Joe Nicola joins us.
D&P Highlight: Can you name the inventor of things you use every day?
D&P Highlight: 'I challenge you to a duel!'
D&P Highlight: Why you should never use the hotel room coffee maker again.
D&P Highlight: Rock n Roll Hall of Fame? Or Music Hall of Participants?
Full Show: Crypto Scams, Broken Sensors & Who Is CashStashKC?
Dana and Parks discuss escalating cartel violence in Mexican tourist destinations and debate the privacy implications of recording others with "smart glasses". Additionally, they interview the mysterious creator of the viral "Cash Stash KC" scavenger hunts and engage in a spirited argument over the etiquette of backing into parking spaces.
HOUR 4: Is there ever a 'good enough' reason to abandon your children?
HOUR 3: Is there ONE legitimate reason for crypto ATMs?
HOUR 2: Who is CashStashKC?
HOUR 1: When is it too early to talk ill of the dead? Even if they wronged you/others?
D&P Highlight: Where will Dan stock his EDC now?!
D&P Highlight: Snow and Mexico snarl air travel.
D&P Highlight: Terribly Terrible Jokes!
D&P Highlight: $1,200...but only $200 with a coupon...so why not just charge $200?
Full Show: Mexico Unrest & Cold Case Secrets
The full show from Dana & Parks today. This episode features an interview with a traveler stranded in Mexico amidst civil unrest and car bombs. Back home, the team debates the legality of running red lights at broken sensors and the rising popularity of invasive wearable tech
HOUR 4: Why yes...that is a remarkable...WHAT?!
HOUR 3: Did you find the cash?
HOUR 2: Do you have the right to walk out on your life? Just disappear?
HOUR 1: Car bombs, massive explosions & lockdowns in Puerto Vallarta.
D&P Highlight: Is Social Security doomed?
D&P Highlight: To back in, or not to back in?
D&P Highlight: But why didn't they edit it out?