Red Couch Rewind - The Eye on NE Kansas Podcast

The Greater Topeka Partnership and Manhattan Chamber both have programs on the calendar, and Elmo is coming to Topeka!

City of Topeka and Shawnee Co. leaders update their work in planning how they'll spend your tax dollars - and if they need more money.

Plus, local groups gear up for great runs for great causes.

Shawnee Co. DA Mike Kagay shares how new laws are aiding prosecution, and we preview a couple community events for September's Suicide Awareness Month.

Plus, cool off with thoughts of Fall and Halloween.

First-day-of-school excitement isn't just for students! USD 437's new superintendent Dr. Katie Collier shares her plans. 

Plus, LifeHouse shares information about their Brave Talk program to helps kids protect themselves child predators, and Forge offers money lessons to young professionals.

Topeka and Shawnee Co. leaders talk data centers, while Emporia's new Chamber leader updates how they're bringing back business. Plus, we preview a TPAC Live! season that included "fake news" and lace up for the Speedy PD in Manhattan.

School leaders look ahead to the new year. Plus, we preview the upcoming Kansas State Fair and join in saluting Purple Heart veterans.

Topeka's mayor visits the Red Couch and answers whether the city will have any say over a data center proposal for land located just ouside the city limits.

Plus, get ready for back to school and a couple chances to golf for a good cause!

Topeka United is launching its new Common Threads era, while Nicodemus reunited to celebrate its history.

We start off with guests tackling serious subjects - food insecurity and mental health - before shifting to a series of guests who all planned events for July 25! 

The City of Topeka and Shawnee Co. are launching into their next phases of budget talks. Local leaders talk about that. Plus, how you can help organizations celebrate Christmas in July.

We're gearing up to celebrate America's 250th birthday with several guests visiting the Red Couch! Plus, the Shawnee Co. Treasurer updates changes to make life easier; meet the new head of the Sunflower State Games; and we get a visit from Nancy Lieberman.

Summer events highlight this week's episode, from Peace Camp and Old Settlers Reunion, to a healing grief camp for kids to the Sunflower Music Festival.

Plus, we talk about a new housing development, the summer Point in Time Count, a drone show, and a book on soccer - perfect for the big summer event in Kansas City! 

Data centers are hot topics around the nation. Hear what Topeka and Shawnee Co. leaders are saying about developments hear.

Plus, legendary journalist Bill Kurtis marks 60 years since the Topeka tornado; Epstein survivor Lisa Phillips shares her message; and find out how local agencies find support from United Way of Kaw Valley.

We take you to the stars in this episode! Retired astronaut Steve Hawley flew on five shuttle missions. He reflects on his experiences, and the renewed interest in space that the Artemis II mission brought.

Plus, we explore community mental health partnerships, and hear about the summer fun in store at Topeka's public library.

Long-time Special Olympics athlete and adovate Josh Alters visits the Red Couch to make a big announcement in this episode!

Plus, a new Community Policing policy for Topeka Police, taking the mental health awareness message year-round, looking ahead to Rock Chalk Roundball Classic, and mark the 1966 tornado anniversary with the legendary Bill Kurtis.

With May being Mental Health Awareness Month, we catch up with several organizations offering support and raising awareness.

Plus, special summer camps for all abilities are coming up at Capper Foundation, and Junior League Topeka sets its sites on addressing period poverty.

Social activist Ben Crump was keynote speaker for an event marking the 72nd anniversary of the Brown v. Board decision. We spoke with him one-on-one ahead of the event.

Also in this episode, hear the new mission for the Military Veteran Project, an update on affordable housing options in Topeka, and one Shawnee Co. Commissioner's thoughts on data center development.

Crime victims rights and workzone safety awareness are highlighted in this Red Couch Rewind. Plus, hear from local authors.

“Challenge the myths. Change the outcomes." was the theme for April's Sexual Assault Awareness Month. Hear guests with the area advocacy organizations explore how we all play a role in preventing sexual violence.

Other guests preview the Stamp Out Hunger campaign and the dreaded property tax payment deadline!

SENT Topeka has put in the work to transform the Capital City's HiCrest neighborhood. They've been sharing their approach in several visits to the Red Couch.

Plus, get your tickets to summer fun with Tap That Topeka and Rock the Plains!

It's Topeka and Shawnee Co. update time! The Mayor, City Manager and SHCNO Commissioner Bill Riphahn also take a turn on the Red Couch.

Plus, we're saluting small businesses, celebrating Doorstep, and helping the Topeka Mustang Club support Wounded Warriors.

How to address homelessness around the Capital City has been an ongoing discussion. We get an update on a one-stop-shop resource center becoming reality and the latest on affordable housing options.

Plus, catch up with the Topeka Mayor and meet some Woolly Farms friends.

We're back!!!

This podcast has been on hiatus, but now we're rebooting as the Red Couch Rewind. We're still bringing you the best of the guests that visited us on our daily Eye on NE Kansas tv show; still chatting on the signature red couch!

We return with a celebration of Women's History Month 2026. Meet the women leading the key anchors of Topeka's Gage Park; two women who've lead the way on Shawnee Co. Courts; and the first woman to attain the rank of brigadier general in the Kansas National Guard.

The federal budget debate remains hot - and we had U.S. Rep. Derek Schmidt stop in to offer his perspective on what's happening.

Topeka's City Manager also updated city happenings, while other guests give us a sneak peak at some upcoming events.

Our studio was filled with guests talking all things mental health as we mark May as Mental Health Awareness Month.

We also look ahead to how Kansas State Veteran Cemeteries are marking Memorial Day, and see what Forge is doing to welcome summer interns to the Capital City.