Grill Nation With Jason Grill

Guests – Jason is joined by guest co-host Clifton Alexander, Owner of Reactor Design Studios. They talk with Marissa Cleaver Wamble, Vice President of Corporate Communications at PortKC. They discuss the history of PortKC, the exciting new developments at Berkley Riverfront, new mixed-use spaces, exciting events and the vision for the future and development of this great space in downtown KC. If you want to learn more about what the future holds for KC's main riverfront tune in! Lots of new information for the public.

Guests – Jason is joined by Shanley Cox, Founder of Out to Eat (outtoeat.co). The two discuss Shanley's journey and business growth, why food, photography and travel, great patio spots in KC and much more. Jason is also joined by Joel Goldberg, Host at Fox Sports Kansas City. They talk about the current state of the Kansas City Royals and whether they will be buyers or sellers at the midway point of the 2017 season. Two awesome guests this week who bring some interesting and engaging conversation to Grill Nation!

Guests – Jason is joined by Barry Grissom, Former United States Attorney. They talk about cannabis prohibition and legalization in the US. Jason is also joined by Todd Mackin, VP of Sales at the Kansas City Mavericks. They discuss the Mavericks new NHL affiliation, new brand, hockey growth in KC, experience at a Mavericks game and much more. Very interesting show this week. Great guests!

Guests – Jason is joined by Mark Fitzpatrick, Sr. VP of mobank, and Sean Khurana, President and COO of Cavern Technologies. The three engage in an interesting discussion about why we are seeing tech and data center growth in the KC area in Missouri and Kansas. They also discuss the role mobank played in Cavern Technologies growth, why Cavern Technologies is unique and how data centers help businesses of all sizes. Lastly, they discuss job and tech talent in KC.

Guests – Jason is joined by Grill Nation contributor Clifton Alexander, Owner of Reactor Design Studios. The two discuss with two Reactor interns, one 21 and one 29, why the intern program is effective and important. Clifton and Jason also discuss what it means to be a foodie, what taco and burger joint are the best in KC, little thing restaurants can do to grow their customer base and revenue and where is the best place to take a business client or new prospect for lunch. This show has many surprises and great info!

Guests - Jason is joined by Grill Nation partner and supporter, Ryan Maybee, Owner at J. Rieger and Co. and the Rieger KC. The talk about what makes "Kansas City Whiskey" unique, the growth of the East Bottoms area and its history, summer drinks, JRieger and Co. and Ryan's upcoming travels, Visit KC media tour in NYC, KC Downtown development, KCI airport updates and how J.Rieger and Co. became the first KC distillery in 95 years. Entertaining hour!

Guests - Jason is joined by Kansas City, Missouri City Councilman Quinton Lucas. The two discuss the new plan for a new terminal at KCI airport, Streetcar expansion, Downtown convention hotel, development incentives, crime and education in KCMO. This show is action packed. You won't want to miss the updates and deep dialouge on Kansas City from Councilman Quinton Lucas.

Guests - Jason is joined by Eric Willey, Mr. KC on what is goign on in town, from One Light Luxury Apartments. They discuss upcoming events, what he does each day, great restaurants and bars downtown and ways to escape the urban grind. Jason is also joined by Megh Knappenberger, an artist and entrepreneur. They discuss her journey from branding and design executive in Chicago to an artist and painter in KC. Interesting story as well as some creative conversation and art from MeghMakesArt.

Guests - Jason is joined by Grill Nation guest co-host and supporter Michael Viazzoli, President and CEO of mobank / bok financial. They talk with John Hoffman, Owner of UC-B Properties, who is helping drive urban development in Kansas City. They discuss John's projects on Beacon Hill, Longfellow neighborhood, Hyde Park / Gillham area, East Brookside and throughout KC. Also included are discussion about micro housing, modern and contemporary builds and working with the city. John was just featured in the Wall Street Journal. If you like economic development, home architecture and have pride in Kansas City and what individuals like John are doing to maintain, grow, modernize and restore neighborhoods you won't want to miss this show.

Guests - Jason is joined by Grill Nation guest co-host and contributor Clifton Alexander, Owner of Reactor Design Studios. The two discuss three effective ways to break a creative rut in your life or at the office. They also discuss a recent Fast Company article on brainstorming and new techniques to increase productivity. Lastly, they talk about a recent Inc. Magazine piece that touches on the life of Nolan Bushnell (Founder of Atari and Chuck E. Cheese) and what his life can teach entreprenurs about surviving failure and related business success. This week's show will open your mind.

Guests - Jason is joined by Stefan White, President of Friends of the River and Battle4KC. They talk about what the organization does, the upcoming Guinness Book of World Records Record Setting LightSaber battle in Berkely Riverfront Park on May 6th and all the activities around it on May 4th and 5th in KC. Jason is also joined by George Brooks, Founder of Crema. They discuss Crema and how to grow a company, KC's enterpreneurship world, the pluses and minuses of owning a company and what KC needs to do better and what it excels at in terms of startup businesses. If you like Star Wars and Entrepreneurship you won't want to miss this episode.

Guests - Jason is joined by Andrew Bash, Owner of Bash Real Estate and Founder of Awake Your State. They join each other for a cup of coffee and catch up on Bash Real Estate rebrand, the current buying and selling market in Kansas City, Andrew's new endeavour Awake Your State and how it is changing mindsets throughout the region and they catch up on a host of fun issues and stories.

Guests - Jason is joined by guests Emily Brewer, Co-Founder of localE and Fashion Column Twins, and Ewa Zadrzynska, Director of Poetry Unites. Jason talks first with Emily about her and her twin sister's ecommerce brand and company localE (shopthelocale.com). They also discuss why they started company and its growth, wholesale world, manufacturing and biggest suprises and challegnes of running an apparel brand. Next Jason talks with Ewa who joins him on the phone from Poland. They disucss the Poetry Unites Kansas essay contest and how to get involved. They also talk about why poetry is important and how it affects people's lives. Join us!

Guests - Jason is joined by guest co-host Clifton Alexander, Owner of Reactor Design Studios, they catch up and talk with Jason Cupp, Kolbe Certified Growth Consultant. They group breaks down the Kolbe Index, what it acutally is and what it measures and why its important both personally and professionally. In addition, our host Jason Grill completed the index in advance and his results are released live on air without him knowing. The results will surprise you. Lot of great information and fun this week!

Guests - Jason is joined by guest co-host Ryan Maybee, Co-Owner of The Rieger KC and J. Rieger and Co., they talk with Michael Corvino, Owner of Corvino Supper Club and Tasting Room. They discuss Michael's background in the restaurant industry, move to KC from the Pacific Northwest, time spent at the American, new restaurant he is opening in Corrigan Station in Crossroads, Kansas City, Missouri development and restaurant scene news, J. Rieger's new Monogram Whiskey, growth of J. Rieger and Co. across the country and J. Rieger and Co.'s collaboration with Joes KC. 100th Show is one you won't want to miss.

Guests - Jason is joined by guest co-host Michael Viazzoli, President and CEO of MoBank, they talk with Tom Pigott, CFO of MGP Ingredients. They discuss Tom's background, move to KC from Chicago, MGP's growth and long history in the Kansas City region and community, how they touch many of the foods you eat and drinks you consume, and how they are now not only manufacturing but also branding their own spirit and alcohol products. Great company story!

Guests - Jason is joined by guest Joel Goldberg, Host/Reporter at Fox Sports Kansas City, they talk about the World Baseball Classic, Missouri Mavericks and the upcoming Kansas City Royals 2017 season. Jason is also joined by Tori Fugate, Director of Marketing and Development at KC Pet Project, they talk about all the different services KC Pet Project takes on for the KCMO pet population, Go Bond campaign for a new animal shelter in Swope Park, pet adoption and all about our four legged friends.

Guests - Jason is joined by guest cohost Clifton Alexander, Owner of Reactor Design Studios, they interview Michael Amigoni, Owner of Amigony Urban Winery. They discuss how Michael got started, how he makes California dry wine right here in Missouri, what his tastings are all about, why the West Bottoms, how the West Bottoms is changing and about innovative partnerships and products in addition to wine he produces including Vino Ketchup now on the shelves of Whole Foods. Raise a glass and cheers this week!

Guests - Jason is joined by Drew Solomon from the KCEDC and LaunchKC. They discuss the 2017 grants competition, prizes and grand prizes, how previous year winners are doing and how to get involved this year. Jason is also joined by Jenny Vergara, Contributing Editor - Feast Magazine. They discuss new restaurant and bar openings so far in 2017 in KC and what is to come that is really exciting in 2017.

Guests - Jason is joined by guest cohost Clifton Alexander, Owner of Reactor Design Studios, they interview Clay Alexander, CEO of Ember Technologies and Radiance Lightworks located in California. They discuss the rapid success of the innovative Ember Mug as it flys off the shelves of Starbucks throughout the US. They also discuss the celebrity and influencer supporters importance, how entrepreneurs should look at funding and partnerships, as well as future Ember products such as plates, wine glasses and baby bottles. This is a show you won't want miss. Amazing business success story.