KC By Sari
This is the podcast for KC natives, transplants, and anyone interested in the spirit of the City of Fountains. Sari is a KC lifer, and shares her passion for Kansas City with you every Thursday. She pulls back the curtain on the businesses, leaders, and personalities that make this a thriving Midwestern community.
Episodes

Thursday Oct 24, 2024
Thursday Oct 24, 2024
In today's episode, Sari talks to Patrick, owner of DeKCor KC, a full service residential and commercial home decor and holiday design company. Patrick’s love of design can be seen this weekend at the JOCO Home and Remodel Show at the Overland Park Convention Center October 25th-27th. In the episode, you’ll hear Sari and Patrick talk about the show next week but the show is happening this weekend in KC! You'll hear Patrick share his design style and what he loves about the holidays.
Be sure to follow Patrick and DeKCor KC on Instagram and check out his booth this weekend at the JOCO Home and Remodel Show.
To purchase tickets- https://johnsoncountyhomeandremodelingshow.mpetickets.com/
Dekcor KC's website- https://www.dekcor-kc.com/
Looking for more KC content? Follow Sari at @kcbysari on Instagram and TikTok.
SPONSOR: Tapp Into It Fitness. Vist https://www.tappintoitfitness.com/ and mention "kcbysari" and your first session with Justine is FREE.

Thursday Oct 17, 2024
Thursday Oct 17, 2024
In today’s episode, Sari talks to Kayla and Sarah, owners of Sip Steady, a niche marketing agency specializing in nonalcoholic experiences. Finding a lack of representation for sober and sober curious individuals, Kayla and Sarha are on a mission to make NA beverages more accessible.
Be sure to follow Sip Steady on Instagram and check out their website, https://www.sipsteady.com/ to learn more and find their AFKC booklets.
Looking for more KC content? Follow Sari at @kcbysari on Instagram and TikTok.
SPONSOR: Tapp Into It Fitness. Vist https://www.tappintoitfitness.com/ and mention "kcbysari" and your first session with Justine is FREE.

Thursday Oct 10, 2024
Thursday Oct 10, 2024
In today's episode, Sari talks to Landon Patterson a local performer and drag queen. Her stage character, Lana Luxx, intimates many beloved artists including of course Taylor Swift. Landon was the first trans woman in Missouri to win homecoming queen in high school and has been making a name for herself ever since. In the episode, Landon talks about how Travis and Taylors relationship has changed her life and where you can see her perform.
Be sure to follow Landon on Instagram at @landonpatterson and check out her merch sold here: https://loveboyjordan.com/collections/lana-luxx
Looking for more KC content? Follow Sari at @kcbysari on Instagram and TikTok.
SPONSOR: Tapp Into It Fitness. Vist https://www.tappintoitfitness.com/ and mention "kcbysari" and your first session with Justine is FREE.

Thursday Oct 03, 2024
Thursday Oct 03, 2024
In today's episode, Sari talks to Austin, owner of ADHDIY Craft Cafe located in the West Bottoms. Combining the acronyms ADHD and DIY, this cafe’s mission is to bring people together in a fun environment centered around crafting. In the episode, Austin talks about the business, the restaurant-style craft menu and importance of embracing the silliness.
Follow ADHDIY on Instagram at @adhdiycraft cafe and visit their website, https://www.adhdiycraftcafe.com/ , to see their event calendar and make a reservation.
Looking for more KC content? Follow Sari at @kcbysari on Instagram and TikTok.
SPONSOR: Tapp Into It Fitness. Vist https://www.tappintoitfitness.com/ and mention "kcbysari" and your first session with Justine is FREE.

Thursday Sep 26, 2024
Thursday Sep 26, 2024
In today's episode, Sari shares what businesses she tried for the first time in the month of September. As a foodie, she loves finding places around the metro she's never been. Because new doesn't have to mean newly opened, but it can also just mean new to you.
The 2 businesses she tried:
Garden House Cafe
Orange By: Devoured
Looking for more KC content? Follow Sari at @kcbysari on Instagram.
SPONSOR: Tapp Into It Fitness. Vist https://www.tappintoitfitness.com/ and mention "kcbysari" and your first session with Justine is FREE.
SOURCES:
https://www.inkansascity.com/eat-drink/news/in-culinary-news-garden-house-cafe/
https://www.thepitchkc.com/jhy-coulters-new-venture-orange-by-devoured-bites-into-kansas-citys-martini-corner/
https://www.devouredpizza.com/about
https://www.thegardenhouse.us/

Thursday Sep 19, 2024
Thursday Sep 19, 2024
In today's episode, Sari talks to Kathy, owner of AesthetiCare Medspa. Voted one of the top 10 Medicalspas, AesthetiCare offers dozens of treatments for their clients. Kathy has years of experience under her belt and shares her knowledge and experience with others through her company Mint Aesthetics. In the episode, she talks about being an industry leader, the importance of education and their annual summer event.
Be sure to follow AesthetiCare on Instagram, @aestheticarekc and save the date for their 28th annual end of Summer party happening next Thursday the 26th.
Looking for more KC content? Follow Sari at @kcbysari on Instagram.
SPONSOR: Tapp Into It Fitness. Vist https://www.tappintoitfitness.com/ and mention "kcbysari" and your first session with Justine is FREE.

Thursday Sep 12, 2024
Thursday Sep 12, 2024
In today's episode, Sari talks to Craig Aikman, Senior Director of Booking & Operations at the American Theatre Guild. Craig has been with the company for 17 years and talks about his love for the arts and the resilience of theater in Kansas City. The next season of shows hit the stage at the end of the year and according to Craig, show-lovers won’t want to miss it.
Be sure to follow American Theatre Guild at @bwaykansascity on Instagram and check out their website, https://kansascity.broadway.com/ to learn more about memberships and see a full list of shows coming soon.
Looking for more KC content? Follow Sari at @kcbysari on Instagram.
SPONSOR: Tapp Into It Fitness. Vist https://www.tappintoitfitness.com/ and mention "kcbysari" and your first session with Justine is FREE.

Thursday Sep 05, 2024
Thursday Sep 05, 2024
In today's episode, Sari talks to Dee, owner of Sugarfold. Back for the second time on KC By Sari, Dee talks about the growth her business has seen over the last couple of years. Sugarfold offers unique macarons in creative designs and flavors. In this episode, Dee discusses her upcoming collaborations and brand redesign coming soon.
Be sure to follow Dee on Instagram at @suglarfold and check out her website, https://www.sugarfold.com/ for a full list of upcoming pop ups as well as placing custom orders.
Looking for more KC content? Follow Sari at @kcbysari on Instagram.
SPONSOR: Tapp Into It Fitness. Vist https://www.tappintoitfitness.com/ and mention "kcbysari" and your first session with Justine is FREE.

Thursday Aug 29, 2024
Thursday Aug 29, 2024
In today's episode, Sari shares what businesses she tried for the first time in the month of August. As a foodie, she loves finding places around the metro she's never been. Because new doesn't have to mean newly opened, but it can also just mean new to you.
The 3 businesses she tried:
Slow Rise Donuts
Night Goat
Barbacoa
Looking for more KC content? Follow Sari at @kcbysari on Instagram.
SPONSOR: Tapp Into It Fitness. Vist https://www.tappintoitfitness.com/ and mention "kcbysari" and your first session with Justine is FREE.
SOURCES:
https://www.thepitchkc.com/best-of-kc-2023-barbacoa-knows-that-the-spice-must-flow/
https://www.barbacoakc.com/
https://www.thepitchkc.com/the-bleat-goes-on-chef-vaughn-goods-night-goat-barbecue-gets-permanent-residence/
https://www.foxandpearlkc.com/nightgoat

Thursday Aug 15, 2024
Thursday Aug 15, 2024
In today's episode, Sari talks to Reba, owner of Virgil's Plant Shop. Starting the business in a bus, Reba and her team have grown Virgil’s into a flourishing brick and mortar and recently celebrated their fifth birthday. Virgil's Palm Springs is the newest edition to the business offering a coastal oasis. Reba talks about the 5 grand openings her business has celebrated and what's to come in the future.
Be sure to follow Virgil’s on Instagram at @virgilsplantshop and check out their website https://www.virgilsplantshop.com/ for merch and upcoming events.
Looking for more KC content? Follow Sari at @kcbysari on Instagram.
SPONSOR: Tapp Into It Fitness. Vist https://www.tappintoitfitness.com/ and mention "kcbysari" and your first session with Justine is FREE.