In this episode of KC Closeup, Q104 afternoon host Lydia Taylor sits down with Lina Dickinson and Melanie Bolin, Co-Founders of the apparel and lifestyle brand MERSEA. Founded right here in KC, MERSEA has grown from a local passion project into a celebrated national brand. Lina and Melanie share the exciting story behind their brand-new store at the iconic Country Club Plaza, look back at how MERSEA first got started, and give us the inside scoop on their incredible pajama collaboration with Selma Blair!

For more about MERSEA or to browse their collections, visit: https://mersea.com/

On this bonus episode of KC Closeup, 94.1 KFKF afternoon host Jim Daniels speaks with Gladstone Mayor Jean Moore and Mayor Pro Tem Spencer Davis about Gladstone Freedom Fest! The free festival with explosive fireworks, epic live music and a crowd united by celebrating America 250 will be held at Happy Rock Park in Gladstone on the Fourth of July!

For more event details, visit: https://gladstonefreedomfest.com/

In this bonus episode of KC Closeup, 102.1 BOB FM Morning Show Host Jen Johnson talks with AdventHealth Kansas City Director of Wellness Kate Buenger about the 29th Annual Living in Vitality Conference. It's happening at the Overland Park Convention Center October 2nd, 2026. You can get more details at Living in Vitality | AdventHealth.

On this episode of KC Closeup, Rocket from the Rocket and Teresa Show on Mix 93.3 talks with Kelley Thrasher of Kelley’s Version. Kelley, known for her incredible resemblance to Taylor Swift, shares her Taylor-inspired journey. From what it’s like meeting fans to how she uses her platform to create smiles and special memories throughout Kansas City.

For more information about Kelley or to book her for your next event visit: https://www.kelleysversion.com/ or follow on Instagram @kelleysversion13

With WWE Smackdown at T-Mobile Center TOMORROW night (Friday 6/19) Natalie Rush, with 102.1 BOB FM, was thrilled to chat with WWE Superstar Rey Fenix, one of the most gifted luchadors in the world!

They talk about his appearance TONIGHT (6/18) at KC Live for the watch party to root on his Mexico team AND what to he expects to accomplish in the ring himself tomorrow. Rey Fénix is a prominent Mexican luchador currently signed to WWE

102.1 BOB FM Morning Show Host Jen Johnson chats with Fox 4 KC Morning News Anchor Abby Eden about her obsession with TV news, her love of Dolly Parton, what’s on her running playlist, and more!

This week Teresa from The Rocket and Teresa Show, Mix 93.3, sits down with Missouri reality TV star, Steven McBee from The McBee Dynasty on Bravo. Season 3 premiere's Monday June 15th at 8 PM Central on Bravo and you can stream it the next day on Peacock.

On this week’s episode, Natalie Rush of 102.1 BOB FM celebrates the start of Pride Month by chatting with close friends and LGBTQ+ advocates Tammy Parsons and Thad McCullough. They discuss why they founded the West iNd Connection & WiNc Inclusion Center in Independence, how their mission grew and what inspired them to create a new community garden to support their neighbors.

For more information about upcoming events, ways to get involved or community resources mentioned, visit: https://westindconnection.com/