The Program The Program

H2 Blair Kerkhoff

Jul 20, 2026 · 41m

Summary

The hosts discuss Kansas City’s potential to host future Super Bowls and NCAA Final Fours, highlighting infrastructure improvements and the success of the recent World Cup. They then analyze college football, focusing on SEC Media Days, the league’s threats to break away from the NCAA, and the financial disparities between the SEC and Big Ten. The episode also covers Missouri’s challenging schedule and broader conference realignment trends.

Topics discussed

AFC South football and Super Bowl memories Kansas City's potential to host future Super Bowls NCAA Final Four bidding and dome stadium trends Houston zoning quirks and KC hotel infrastructure KC's volunteer network and event hosting capabilities Big 12 conference office relocation to Dallas Critique of DFW airport and KC transit proposals Streetcar expansion and World Cup economic impact College sports history and SEC breakaway rumors Analysis of SEC independence and playoff structure NIL, endowments, and power conference dynamics SEC rankings and non-conference scheduling debates Missouri football schedule and national contenders
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