Next Gen

Next Gen

Welcome to Next Gen, the podcast where the 810 youngins discuss both their own journeys breaking into the sports field as well as those around them. Join us as we delve into the latest advancements in sports, meet promising young athletes, and speak to other young broadcasters following their journey. From KC based high school athletics to professional athletes who grew up in the area, Next Gen brings you inspiring stories and insights that will keep you informed on young talent. Whether you're a Kansas City local, an aspiring athlete, or you find yourself saying, “my dad listens to 810”, this podcast is your gateway to the future. Tune in and get ready to be inspired by the next generation of the Sports Industry!

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August 1, 2025 52 mins

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This week on the Next Gen Podcast, we're turning the mic toward someone who's been behind the scenes, our very own intern, Gavin, aka intern Sit Down. From coffee runs to content creation, Gavin has been soaking up every part of the game. But who is the man behind the nickname? We talk hustle, navigating internships, and where he’s headed...

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In this episode of Next Gen, Alex sits down with intern Christian Kotwitz to talk about his unique path from college baseball player to aspiring journalist. Christian shares stories from his time at Sports Radio 810, what he learned behind the scenes of sports broadcasting, and how his passion for storytelling led him to transfer to the University of Missouri...

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In this episode of The Next Gen Podcast, Alex sits down with Zach Newkirk, a University of Kansas student making waves in the world of sports media. As an intern at Kansas City’s powerhouse 810 Sports Radio, Zach shares what it's like working behind the scenes at a major station, how he balances student life with the fast-paced world of sports broadcasting, and what ...

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Get ready for an inspiring new episode of Next Gen, hosted by Alex on Sports Radio 810. This time, the spotlight is on Kansas City Comets midfielder Lucas Sousa, the Brazilian-born dynamo and 2021 MASL Rookie of the Year.

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This week on Next Gen, host Alex Doege sits down with Dylan Brett, a rising producer at Sports Radio 810 and the son of one of Kansas City’s most legendary athletes. In a rare and candid conversation, Dylan opens up about growing up in the shadow of a sports icon, carving out his own identity in the media world, and what it’s really like behind the scenes at on...

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In this episode of The Next Gen Podcast, we dive into the story of Landen Terflinger, a junior at Paola High School and a rising star in the world of competitive swimming. With eyes set on swimming at the collegiate level, Landen opens up about the highs and lows of the recruitment process, the discipline it takes to train at an elite level, and the dream that keeps ...

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Join us on Next Gen, as we sit down with Christine, a senior tennis standout at the University of Redlands. From grueling practices to academic balancing acts, Christine shares what it means to lead, compete, and grow as a student-athlete. Tune in for honest reflections and the mindset that’s driven her through four years of collegiate tennis. 

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This week on the Next Gen podcast, Alex hosts another Comets intern. David Pham, a former Avila University student athlete. David discusses the time commitment it takes to be a student athlete as well as experiences he's gained working closely with a professional soccer team.

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Stephanie Gibson, AKA Coach Stevie, has been an active member of youth athletics in the Johnson County area for 10 years. She took on an assistant coaching role while she was still in school, jumped into the head coach position midseason while Alex was on the BVN softball team, developed the program to a top 10 team in the state of KS, and recently joined the all-female at...

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This week, Alex speaks with recent KU journalism alum, Caroline Soro. Caroline dives into her life as a multimedia journalist and her lifelong passion of telling sports stories. As one of Alex's own role models in the industry, Caroline is a great example of reaching for your dreams.

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This week on the Next Gen Podcast, we welcome our first-ever field hockey player, and you won’t want to miss her inspiring story! Ellie Bisch opens up about the challenges of overcoming injuries, the dedication it takes to excel in your sport from a young age, and the recruiting journey that led her to Central Michigan. #NextGenPod #FieldHockey #AthleteMindset #Ellie...

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Last episode of the 810 Sports Radio employee mini-series! Luke Meixner dives us into the world of sports radio advertising through the eyes of a seasoned sales professional. Join us as we follow the journey of a sales guy who’s navigating the fast-paced, high-stakes business of selling ad space at the country's largest all-sports radio station. #NextGen #SportsRadio...

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 In this episode, we go behind the scenes with a rookie player who’s stepping onto the field for his first professional season with the KC Comets. From the excitement of making the team to the pressures of competing at the highest level, Nathan Durdle shares what it’s like to transition from amateur to pro. He opens up about the challenges of adjusting to ...

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The Journey of a College Baseball Player turned radio producer. In this episode, we sit down with former college baseball player, Dylan Michaels, who traded in his cleats for a headset and now serves as the producer of The Zone right here on Sports Radio 810 WHB. #nextgenpodcast #sportsradio #TheZone810 #collegebaseball #RadioProducer #sportsradio810 #KansasCitySports #radiolife #sportsmedia

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Tune into this week's episode with fellow 810 staff member, Bethany Bowman! Alex and Bethany discuss the life of a college athlete and the drive it takes to make it in the sports industry covering long hours and overcoming professional hurdles. #810whb #podcast #interview #collegetrackandfield #trackandfield #athlete

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Tik Tok - Sportsradio810 In this episode, Alex sits down with Caden Paxton of State Fair Community College to discuss the life of a student athlete, dealing with injury, and how his passion for sports has transformed into a potential career path in media.

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On today's episode, former Houston Astros AA Affiliate relief pitcher, Jonathan Sprinkle joins us to talk playing at the Minor League level and his decision to medically retire. Tune in for more chats about the draft process, time management dating another athlete, and career ending injury.

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This week, Alex talks volleyball with Washburn Junior, Corinna McMullen. Tune in to hear about growing up in a volleyball family and time management while dating another student athlete. 

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On this episode of Next Gen: John Sjoberg tells his story of growing up a multisport athlete and his decision to switch from a D2 school to a Community College to further his baseball and academic careers.

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Ella Shafer grew up playing softball in the Blue Valley area. Playing most of her life for her father's team, the KC Rebels, she always knew she wanted to continue playing in college and started looking for opportunities before deciding on playing D1 softball at Bradley University. Tune in to hear more about her story!

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