Oct 15, 2026 · 45 min
Kansas STAR Bonds meet football’s sharper questions
STAR Bond District Confusion, Pastor Adam's Staff Turns on Him, Jack Smith Has Your Info, Josh Simmons (sort of) Practices, KU-KSU Tables Turn, Lee Sterling PIcks
The episode connects a disputed Kansas development proposal with political controversy and a detailed run through college and NFL betting lines.
- 1Kevin argues the proposed Kansas STAR Bond District’s boundaries do not create a new tax for ordinary residents.
- 2Lee Sterling weighs rivalry dynamics, injuries, quarterback play, and recent form across college and NFL matchups.
- 3The sports conversation moves from Chiefs fandom and fan-base economics to Kansas-Kansas State and an overlooked Kansas City team.
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Lee Sterling’s sports segment combines a family connection to the Christmas Day Bears-Packers game with college and NFL picks.
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Kevin opens by challenging coverage of the proposed Kansas STAR Bond District, explaining its broad boundaries and arguing they do not create a new tax for ordinary residents.
The political discussion also touches criticism surrounding Adam Hamilton and concerns about Jack Smith’s handling of personal information, before the episode turns to sports.
Lee Sterling joins with a personal connection to the Christmas Day Bears-Packers game, then discusses preparation, cold weather, and the differences among NFL fan bases.
Sterling evaluates college matchups including Notre Dame-BYU, Indiana-Ohio State, Kansas-Kansas State, and Missouri-Ole Miss through injuries, defense, quarterbacks, and recent form.
NFL picks include an upset call on the Raiders, questions about Justin Herbert’s confidence against Kansas City, and a final recap of the card.