KC By Sari

Maggie Andriani

In today's episode, Sari talks to Maggie Andriani, aerialist and dancer. She is part of the Quixotic company and their current production, Whiskey Dynamite. Maggie shares the impact Quixotic had on her at an early age and what it means to now be part of the team. Quixotic is an innovative performance that fuses imagination with technology, dance, projection and live music to create an immersive experience. 
Whiskey Dynamite has extended their show through the beginning of April. Visit http://www.quixoticfusion.com/ and https://whiskey-dynamite.com/ for tickets and more information. Follow Maggie and Quixotic on Instagram at @maggieandriani and @quixoticfusion to stay updated on upcoming shows. 
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. 

Teacher Turned Trainer

In today's episode, Sari talks to Taryn, owner of Teacher Turned Trainer. Previously an elementary school teacher, Taryn decided she needed a change in her career. Using her teaching background and love for dogs, Taryn started her own training business working hands on with dogs and their owners.
Taryn focuses on positive reinforcement through her training with her 4-legged and 2-legged clients. She offers a variety of services to fit the needs of your furry friend. For KC By Sari listeners, get 10% off her services through the end of March. 
To book a service, visit her website https://www.teacherturnedtrainer.com/ or follow her on Instagram at @teacher_turned_trainer. 
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. 

Ripple Glass Recycling

In this episode, Sari talks to Lydia Gibson, Director of Sustainability and Strategic Analysis at Ripple Glass Recycling. Lydia’s love for waste reduction and management dates back to her childhood and has continued through her career. 
Ripple gathers over 800 tons of glass every week AND has given a second life to over 1 billion glass bottles since 2009. They are extending their reach beyond the borders of Kansas City! Ripple will soon make its mark in St. Louis and Atlanta. 
You can follow Ripple on Instagram at @rippleglasskc or visit their website to find a big purple bin near you, https://www.rippleglass.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. 

Jamie Weiss

In this episode, Sari talks to Jamie Weiss, Emmy-nominated Anchor for KMBC and KCWE. Jamie gets up before sunrise to track your commute every weekday. Her days start at 2:35 am on the dot, to ensure she gets to work with enough time to prepare for the morning news. 
In the episode, Jamie talks about her first impressions upon moving to KC, her adorable pup Luna (@landoftheluna), and her love of storytelling through her job. You’ll hear about her favorite local spots she frequents with her husband Colby and her favorite pop-ups, Sugarfold, Slowrise and KC Cookie. 
Follow Jamie on Instagram and TikTok at @jamieweisstv and tune into KMBC and KCWE to watch Jamie share the stories of KC. 
For more Kansas City content, follow Sari on Instagram and TikTok at @kcbysari. 

Vine Street Brewing

On today's episode, Sari talks to Kemet Coleman, part owner of Vine Street Brewing, Kansas City's first black-owned brewery. 18th and Vine is one of the most historic areas in the city, and Vine Street was very intensional with the location of their brewery. Kemet, a musician, creative, and devoted advocate for Kansas City's cultural identity and Woodie, a bold and adventurous award-winning home brewer, crossed paths at Boulevard Brewing Co. 
Together they've made history. Their vision is to create a vibrant and inclusive brewery that celebrates the rich cultural heritage of Kansas City and uplifts the voices of our community.
You can follow Vine Street Brewing on social media at @vinestbrewingco or visit their website, https://vinestbrewing.com/ for more information. 
For more Kansas City content, follow Sari @kcbysari on Instagram. 
 

Gabbie Fried

In this episode, Sari talks to Gabbie Fried, actor and comedian. She is originally from Kansas City but through her time living in New York and LA, Gabbie is sharing her talents from coast to coast. Her impressive resume includes performing at Starlight, working the Emmy’s after-show and working on SNL. 
Gabbie talks about upcoming projects, what fills her cup as a performer and how she deals with the comparison monster. For more information on Gabbie, visit her website https://www.gabbiefried.com/ or follow her on Instagram at @goobiefried. 
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. 

KC Can Compost

In this episode, Sari talks to Hayden Andrews, Growth Manager at KC Can Compost, a nonprofit organization committed and dedicated to help reduce the city’s waste. KC Can has diverted 2.7 million pounds of waste from landfills, and decreased 1.8 million pounds of CO2 emissions.
KC Can works with both individuals and businesses to increase the impact they have on our environment. This organization does more than just composting; they also educate and train men and women struggling to overcome barriers to employment for work in green industry jobs. 
For information and to learn how to start composting, visit https://kccancompost.com/ or follow along on Instagram at @kccancompost. 
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. 

New Year’s Special!

It's officially 2024. In this episode, Sari has a special guest to ring in the new year. Dan, Sari's fiancée, joins the podcast to discuss their shared passion for food and exploration around Kansas City. Sari and Dan came up with their top 10 favorite KC restaurants. While this list is always changing, they share their current favorites in this episode. 
For more Kansas City content, follow Sari at @kcbysari on Instagram and TikTok. 
SPONSOR: Tapp Into It Fitness. Visit https://www.tappintoitfitness.com/ and mention "kcbysari" and your first session with Justine is FREE! 

Swordfish Tom’s

In this episode, Sari talks to Jill, owner of Swordfish Tom's, a cocktail bar located in The Crossroads. This intimate hideaway is serving refined craft cocktails in a sophisticated, vintage-inspired setting. While living in Lincoln, Nebraska, Jill perfected cocktail making while bartending at The Other Room. During her time there, she helped the bar become a James Beard semifinalist for Best Bar Program in 2015. 
She brought her cocktails and skills in hospitality to Kansas City to open Swordfish Tom's. With a capacity of 30, this bar makes for the perfect date night. Swordfish Tom's is located at 210 W 19 Terrace, Kansas City, MO 64108. 
For more Kansas City content, follow Sari at @kcbysari on Instagram and Tik Tok. 
SPONSOR: Tapp Into It Fitness. Vist https://www.tappintoitfitness.com/ and mention "kcbysari" and your first session with Justine is FREE. 

Spruce Design Home

In this episode, Sari talks to Roxanne, owner of Spruce Design Home. Spruce Design Home is a full-service design studio and storefront, showcasing hand selected home decor and lighting. At Spruce, they offer interior design services from one small space up to large renovations and custom build projects. 
For more information and pricing, visit https://www.sprucedesignhome.com/ or follow on Instagram at @sprucedesign home for inspiration. Spruce Design Home is located in Hawthorne Plaza in Leawood. 
For more Kansas City Content, follow Sari at @kcbysari on Instagram and Tik tok. 
SPONSOR: Tapp Into It Fitness. Visit https://www.tappintoitfitness.com/ and mention "kcbysari" and your first session with Justine is FREE.