About
Mike Shanin is a veteran Kansas City broadcaster with extensive experience in both radio and television. Mike is known foremost as a political analyst, commentator, and talk host for KMBZ (“Shanin’s Side”).
Mike is also the Managing Editor and Host of the popular “Ruckus” public affairs program on Kansas City’s public television station.
A native of St. Joseph, MO, Mike was educated at Northwest Missouri State University in Maryville, and Park University in Parkville, MO, where he graduated summa cum laude. He holds degrees in Social Science and Public Administration.
Mike and his wife Joyce live in Kansas City, KS (“God’s Country”). Their feline family includes Miss Piggy and William of Orange Tabby.