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The Kansas City Chiefs are Super Bowl champions again. Now it's time to party

By Steve Kraske,

Zach Wilson, Claudia Brancart, Elizabeth Ruiz, Reginald David

Published February 13, 2023 at 3:54 PM CST

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Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes leaves the field with his wife, Brittany, after defeating the Philadelphia Eagles in Super Bowl 57. — Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes leaves the field with his wife, Brittany, after defeating the Philadelphia Eagles in Super Bowl LVII.

The Kansas City Chiefs, in last-second fashion, won Super Bowl LVII in Arizona over the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday night. What does it mean for the city and fanbase?

Down ten points at halftime to the Philadelphia Eagles, Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs scored every time they got the ball in the second half on their way to a 38-35 Super Bowl victory.

On KCUR's Up To Date on Monday, City Manager Brian Platt laid out plans for the Chiefs championship parade set for Wednesday afternoon, while two sports journalists provided analysis on the game, fans called in and reporters in Kansas City and Philadelphia recapped both cities' reaction to the game.

The Chiefs will be able to celebrate on Wednesday thanks to its high-powered offense and stunning defensive performances from players like linebacker Nick Bolton, who came up in the clutch repeatedly on Sunday, said KSHB sports anchor Hayley Lewis.

"He's come up big down the stretch and he's a guy who's continued to be an essential leader," Lewis said. "He is continuing to be mature beyond his years."

Kansas City Manager Brian Platt
Greg Echlin, KCUR sports contributor
Hayley Lewis, KSHB sports anchor
Carlos Moreno, KCUR photojournalist
Peter Crimmins, WHYY reporter

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Steve Kraske

When I host Up To Date each morning at 9, my aim is to engage the community in conversations about the Kansas City area’s challenges, hopes and opportunities. I try to ask the questions that listeners want answered about the day’s most pressing issues and provide a place for residents to engage directly with newsmakers. Reach me at steve@kcur.org or on Twitter @stevekraske.

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Zach Wilson

As Up To Date’s senior producer, I construct daily conversations that give our listeners context to the issues of our time. I strive to provide a platform that holds those in power accountable, while also spotlighting the voices of Kansas City’s creatives and visionaries that may otherwise go unheard. Email me at zach@kcur.org.

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Claudia Brancart

As a producer for Up To Date, I create sound-rich talk show segments about the individuals and communities that call Kansas City home. Whether it’s a poet, a business owner or a local lawmaker, I seek out diverse voices to help break down the biggest stories of the day. After listening to the show, I want Up To Date listeners to feel informed and empowered to make decisions in their daily lives. You can reach me at claudiab@kcur.org

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Elizabeth Ruiz

As a producer for Up To Date, my goal is to inform our audience by curating interesting and important conversations with reliable sources and individuals directly affected by a topic or issue. I strive for our program to be a place that hosts impactful conversations, providing our audience with greater knowledge, intrigue, compassion and entertainment. Contact me at elizabeth@kcur.org or on Twitter at @er_bentley_ruiz.

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Reginald David

As an assistant producer on Up To Date, my goal is to amplify voices of people who serve as pioneers in their respective fields while shedding light on issues that affect underserved communities. I produce daily conversations to uplift and inspire the people of the Kansas City area to make the world a better place. You can reach me at reginalddavid@kcur.org.

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