Why Courageous Conversations Matter
The Story of Unite KC
In the very first episode of Courageous Conversations, hosts Ray Jarrett and Gary Kendall share the story of how Unite KC began and why this podcast exists. What started in the wake of George Floyd’s death has grown into a movement calling Kansas City to love your neighbors at all costs and to live into the vision of Uniting People, Uniting Neighborhoods, Uniting KC.
Ray and Gary talk openly about:
The early days of Unite KC and the call for racial healing.
The merger of Love KC and Unite KC—and how “Do One Good Thing” became a rallying cry.
Why courageous conversations matter for dismantling misconceptions and building trust.
Tools like the BLESS app that help people take the first step in engaging their neighbors.
Personal stories of overcoming fear, misperceptions, and barriers to unity.
This is a warm, honest introduction to what Courageous Conversations is all about: real people, real stories, and real hope for our city.
“Loving your neighbors at all costs is at the very root of what Unite KC wants people to do.”
Ray Jarrett
“If we can start by seeing the image of God in every person, we’ll make a lot of progress.”
Gary Kendall
Resources & Links
Download the BLESS App
Subscribe to the podcast on Apple, Spotify, or YouTube
