{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Ask A Kansan","title":"2025 In Retrospective with Sydney and Gus | Uniting Kansas One Podcast at a Time","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/d943be58\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":3284,"description":"\nWhat makes a place feel like home, and how do the stories of a state connect us all? From the warmth of a “grandma basement” to the wild adventures across Kansas, this conversation celebrates the people, places, and moments that have shaped a year of discovery. Join us as we reflect on favorite guests, behind-the-scenes stories, and the lessons learned from building a podcast rooted in community.\n\nHighlights\nThe meaning and Midwest origins of the “grandma basement”\nHow the podcast began and the team behind the scenes\nFavorite guest moments and what made them memorable\nLessons learned from Kansas historians, artists, journalists, and community leaders\nTanner’s photojournalist adventures across the state\nUnique Kansas events: rodeos, peace treaties, and Swedish festivals\nThe importance of parks, wildlife, and green spaces in Kansas\nA look at the “guest book” and fun awards for standout guests\nHopes and plans for the next season, including new regions and stories\nChapters\n\n00:00 – Understanding the “Grandma Basement” Concept\n03:22 – Reflecting on Past Episodes\n04:11 – The Origin Story of the Podcast\n07:19 – Highlighting Memorable Guests\n13:24 – Discussing the Podcast’s Reach and Team\n21:55 – Capturing Kansas: Rodeos, Peace Treaties, and Wildlife\n29:57 – Whooping Cranes: A Remarkable Comeback\n32:04 – Exploring Kansas Wildlife\n32:31 – Lindsborg’s Biannual Ings Fest\n33:30 – Traditional Swedish Costumes\n35:27 – Lakewood Park: A Kansas Gem\n36:56 – Looking Forward to 2026\n41:40 – Reflecting on 2025 Guests\n53:27 – Closing Thoughts and Thank Yous\n\nResources Mentioned\nCurious Kansan Newsletter & Stories: askakansan.com\nPeace Treaty Pageant (Medicine Lodge): peacetreaty.org\nKansas Sampler Foundation: kansassampler.org\nMaxwell Wildlife Refuge: maxwellwildliferefuge.com\nBook: “Into Whooperland” by Michael Forsberg\nEpisodes Referenced:Adrian Zink (Ep. 3)\nDr. Andrew Orr (Ep. 11, “The Compassionate Kansan”)\nErika Nelson (Ep 16, “Big Little Big Kansan”)\nBrooke Terrapin (Ep. 5,...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/31uDhQmE-73zaqpWjXtwnyYffNMsUnDPiL6GtjTddEQ/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9mNzBm/YzFkNDBkODVjNGM2/MzMwMGViYjhmZTY4/Nzc0Mi5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}