{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"The Sheckler Spotlight","title":"Frank White: Royals Legend to County Leader | The Sheckler Spotlight Ep. 25","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/1d4fc053\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":3674,"description":"In Episode 25 of The Sheckler Spotlight, Harrison sits down with Kansas City icon Frank White—eight-time Gold Glove winner, 1985 World Series champion, Royals Hall of Famer, and current Jackson County Executive.Frank shares his extraordinary story, from picking cotton in Mississippi to playing 18 seasons with the Kansas City Royals, to now serving in public office and helping lead his hometown through challenges and change. In this rich, reflective conversation, Frank discusses:Growing up in Kansas City and his start at the Royals Baseball AcademyHighlights from his MLB career, including the 1980 ALCS and 1985 World SeriesCoaching and broadcasting after baseballHis thoughts on how the game has changed—launch angles, pitch clocks, and player mentalityHis decision to enter public service, major county initiatives like Healthier Jackson County, and why he plans to retire after 11 years in officeThe full story behind the failed downtown stadium vote and what it revealed about leadership and integrityWhether you’re a lifelong Royals fan or care about strong leadership and lasting community impact, this episode offers a powerful glimpse into the life and mindset of one of Kansas City’s most respected figures.Listen and Subscribe: Website: www.harrisonsheckler.com Spotify: The Sheckler Spotlight on Spotify Apple: The Sheckler Spotlight on Apple Podcasts YouTube: Full Episodes on YouTubeFollow on Instagram: @harrisonsheckler | @shecklerspotlight","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/AWetDv8vWMgEr-J_Iqh2u6tj91J2HxpY8irTXhZOztU/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS80YjQz/ZTMyNzA4NjJjNzJh/YmZlOGEwY2Q5ZjY5/YzZiNC5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}