The Current Situation: Episode 5

This week, KC Royals Broadcaster and Emmy Award-Winner Joel Goldberg joins the KC Current Podcast to share his journey behind the microphone and the lessons he’s learned covering championship teams. From building trust and relationships with athletes to creating a winning team culture, Joel discusses the power of storytelling, leadership and the people behind the game.

It's Teal Time in Kansas City, and KC Current Radio Broadcasters Jillian Carroll Letrinko and Dave Borchardt are back with another episode of The Current Situation. This week, national NWSL broadcaster Lori Lindsey joins the show to recap Decision Day and dish out some postseason hot takes. The trio closes the show with a preview of Saturday's quarterfinal clash against Angel City FC, which will feature Lori on the call for CBS!

This week, host Dani Welniak is joined by Lauren Benzie of Bank of America to discuss the organization’s investment in soccer, its partnership with the Kansas City Current and the power of sport to create meaningful community impact. They also discuss how the partnership is expanding access to the game, inspiring the next generation and creating opportunities both on and off the pitch in Kansas City and beyond.

Ahead of NWSL Decision Day, KC Current Radio Broadcasters Jillian Carroll Letrinko and Dave Borchardt are back with another episode of The Current Situation! This week, CBS Sports host, broadcaster and analyst Lisa Carlin joins the show to discuss all the excitement and drama around the league ahead the final day of the NWSL regular season. Jillian and Dave close the show with a preview of Sunday's match against Louisville and potential postseason implications.

This week, host Dani Welniak is joined by Julia Moni, the Academy Supervisor for Teal Rising Academy Brazil, to tell the story behind the KC Current's precedent-setting developmental pathway in Itu, Brazil. Julia shares her football journey growing up as a native Brazilian, how she got involved with Teal Rising Academy Brazil and the impact the Kansas City Current is having on the next generation of young female soccer players!

This week, KC Current Radio Broadcasters Jillian Carroll Letrinko and Dave Borchardt are joined by England international and NWSL analyst Lianne Sanderson — who is on the call for Sunday's can't-miss matchup between the Current and Washington Spirit for ESPN! The trio also breaks down next Monday's Ballon d'Or ceremony in London, including the Current's two nominees and Lianne's role in the ceremony on the red carpet! Jillian and Dave close the show with an in-depth preview of Sunday's Fan Appreciation Match and all the exciting things happening at CPKC Stadium and Current Landing.

KC Current President Raven Jemison and the United Way of Greater Kansas City CEO and President Patrick Sallee join host Dani Welniak for a conversation about the power of partnership, community and collective impact with United Way of Greater Kansas City. They reflect on three years of partnership, the significance of United Way’s front-of-kit presence and how the relationship has grown alongside the Current. They dive into creating meaningful connections between players, fans and organizations as well as look ahead to Sunday's match against Washington and what's next!

With the international break in the rearview mirror, KC Current Radio Broadcasters Jillian Carroll Letrinko and Dave Borchardt are back with another installment of The Current Situation! This week, NWSL analyst Jenn Hildreth joins the show to discuss the playoff push as the regular season draws to a close. Jillian and Dave close the show with a preview of this weekend's huge matchup against the Utah Royals, including keys to the match and what's at stake in Saturday's showdown. 

Kansas City Current Senior Vice President of Commercial Missy Jenkins joins host Dani Welniak on this week's KC Current Podcast for some insight into the meaningful partnerships that elevate the club's brand off the pitch. Missy also reflects on her journey in professional sports, shares some of the most memorable activations from her KC Current tenure and looks ahead to what's next for the club on the commercial front. They close by discussing the Kansas City Current's can't-miss home match on Oct. 25 against the Washington Spirit!

Dave and Jillian breakdown a dominant 5-1 KC Current win at home, and take a look at the playoff picture with NWSL Broadcaster Maura Sheridan. They also preview some international break action, as KC Current players feature for their teams around the globe.