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Food Episodes

Delve into the culinary scene of St. Louis with insights from chefs, food enthusiasts, and local food culture.
June 5, 2022

Juneteenth 2022- A Celebration!

Celebrate Juneteenth in the Delmar Loop with art, music, and food. The event will open with a Drum Call by Baba Kunma. Performances include African Mascarade-Mask to Stilts, African Dance by Spirit Angel of African Dance, and Red Black & Brass Band. DJ KP will be the dj for the event. Look for live art including a community mural painting and activities at St. Louis Artworks. Fun for the whole family with bounce houses, Face Painting, Henna Painting, Science Lab, art activities, 360 Photo Boot...
May 26, 2022

Classical Cocktails-Raise a Glass to the Voice for the Arts in St. Louis!

Kathy Lawton Brown describes the upcoming event Classical Cocktails and the importance of classical music in our region. Get your tickets now to this exciting event! Join Classic 107.3 for a few hours of pure bliss. Crafted cocktails with Switchgrass Spirits bourbon and rye, gorgeous chamber music from the Chamber Music Society of St. Louis, conversations with friends, and culinary creations from White Box Catering at the Community Music School of Webster University. In addition to delicious fo...
May 18, 2022

Chauncey Spencer-Pioneer in Aviation and Civil Rights

After seeing the flight of an aircraft at an early age, Chauncey Spencer never looked back. He helped bring about the formation of the pilot group that would become the Tuskegee Airmen. In 1939, his father and another pilot, Dale White, were part of a pilot training program in Chicago. At that time, black pilots were denied the opportunity to fly for the military. Spencer and White flew on a 10-city tour intended to show Americans the skills of black pilots. They met with then-Senator Harry Trum...
May 3, 2022

Karviva: Food is Better Than Medicine

Angela Zeng remembers her first encounter with a donut. Although she developed a taste for them, she remembered THE ROOT OF GOOD HEALTH is plant-based. It is simple, natural, and nutritious which is how she has developed Karviva's great-tasting functional juices and smoothies using whole plant ingredients. Karviva beverages are formulated from a belief that Food Is Better Medicine™ and each unique beverage is inspired by ancient wisdom and backed by modern science. Find out more about these awa...
Sept. 2, 2021

Soil to Table: The Future of Farming & Sustainability

Bill Cook, an agricultural entrepreneur and the current president of the Missouri Organic Association, and Brian Kurz, Founder and CEO of Renegade Research, LLC, share their insights and experiences in the realm of organic farming. With over 50 years in agriculture, Cook emphasizes the importance of a systems approach in agriculture, the need for quality over quantity, and the significant role women play in shaping the food system. Kurz shares the eye-opening experiences he’s had since venturing...
Sept. 2, 2021

Beyond the Fields: The Reality of Organic Versus Conventional Farming

David Yoder, from BigYield.us and AgTeamPro, delves into the distinctions between organic and conventional farming. The conversation covers a variety of topics including the extensive processes involved in organic farming, the challenges surrounding weed control, complexities of soil health, the application of new technologies and practices like propane blasting and no-till farming, as well as the positive impact of specialty markets for organic produce. David presents an optimistic outlook for ...
Dec. 7, 2020

Overcoming Adversity: From Custom Cuisine to Custom Leatherworks

On a dark rain slick road, a car driving the wrong way met two motorcycles and changed the life and vocation of Chris Lee. What do you do when you cannot function in the profession you had trained in and worked for years? How do look beyond hardship of being in the hospital for one year to see a better future and the lessons of life. You need to listen to this episode to find out how Chris Lee has overcome adversity. https://www.facebook.com/saltandlightleather/
Nov. 10, 2020

The Hill: St. Louis's Italian American Neighborhood

The Hill is an enduring neighborhood in the St. Louis area and has maintained its identity since the late 19th century. Generations of residents have continued to live, worship, work, and entertain together forming a unique bond which is celebrated by the St. Louis region. https://www.hillstl.org/ https://www.reedypress.com/ https://www.stlouis-mo.gov/live-work/community/neighborhoods/the-hill/index.cfm
Sept. 1, 2020

The Rideshare Foodie: Kreskin J Torres

Kreskin J Torres is living his dream. He is ridesharing his way across the United States to eat and share on social media the wonderful food and places he visits. Don't forget about the chili and ... (well you have to listen). https://www.facebook.com/kreskin.torres @ridesharefoodie
Feb. 27, 2020

Bill Kunz of Hwy 61 Roadhouse Talks Food, Music, & Mardi Gras

Highway 61 Roadhouse and Kitchen was conceived during a trip between St. Louis and New Orleans. The "Blues Highway" stretch is known for savory food, a variety of music, and great fun (including Mardi Gras). Bill Kunz from Hwy 61 Roadhouse fills us in on what he has been doing to bring us the best in all of these. https://hwy61roadhouse.com/ https://www.facebook.com/Hwy61Roadhouse
Dec. 7, 2019

GUIDESTER: Simplify Your Travel

How much time do you take to plan your travel experience? Honestly now! All of the internet searching for restaurants, lodging, and sightseeing - how much time? Guidester is way ahead of you and can plan your trip according to what you tell them. In our interview, Jack Baumann, founder and CEO of Guidester discusses how Guidester gives you the freedom of a guidebook + the knowledge of a tour guide. https://www.guidester.com/ https://www.facebook.com/Guidester/
July 3, 2019

Gardens and Growing Food: Building Community from the Ground Up

In St. Louis, United People are helping residents build their community and helping to eliminate the food apartheid by showing residents how to start gardens, educating youth at summer camps about healthy eating and lifestyles, and by providing pop-up markets at local churches. They are literally building a community from the ground up. https://www.unitedpeoplestl.org/ https://www.facebook.com/unitedpeoplestl/
July 2, 2019

St Louis Metro Market Bus: An Oasis in the Food Desert

Where do you go to shop for food when you live in a food desert? Do you know what a food desert is and where they are located? Lucas Signorelli, executive director of the St. Louis Metro Market, answers those questions and more as we delve into a unique solution to an ongoing issue in many communities. The solution: a city bus turned into a grocery store on wheels. https://www.stlmetromarket.com/ https://www.facebook.com/stlmetromarket/
June 23, 2019

Biking with the Electric Pedego Bicycle

If you are someone who loves to ride bicycles or used to ride bicycles and for some reason you stopped, then this is for you. Whatever may be inhibiting you from riding now or in the future, Pedego electric bicycles are worth considering. They bring the fun back to riding a bike! Bill Sauerwein of Pedego St. Louis fills us in on the electric bike and why they are here to stay. https://www.pedegoelectricbikes.com/dealers/st-louis https://www.facebook.com/PedegoStLouis/
April 29, 2019

This Little Piggy Went to All the Way Home to Bolyard's Meat & Provisions

Pasture raised and hand cut; this is what you should expect out of your local meat store. Chris Bolyard from Bolyard's Meat & Provisions discusses why pasture raised meat is healthier for you, provisions they sell, classes they hold, different cuts of meat, and why this chef opened a local meat store. http://www.bolyardsmeat.com/ https://www.facebook.com/bolyardsmeatstl/
April 4, 2019

Food from Balkan Treat Box-Interview with Loryn Nalic

BALKAN TREAT BOX: From food truck to opening a new restaurant, Loryn Nalic and her husband Edo have brought Balkan food to the Gateway City delivered in a scrumptious way. Get your napkin ready because your mouth may water. http://www.balkantreatbox.com/ https://www.facebook.com/balkantreatbox/
Jan. 9, 2019

This Man Burns Meat for a Living

Mike Emerson, the King of Barbecue, the sultan of sauce, the baron of brisket, or as he says the guy who burns meat for a living; he is in the studio and gives us the sauce on the World Famous Slow Smoked St Louis Barbecue at Pappy's Smokehouse!
Oct. 1, 2018

CROP Hunger Walk - Fighting Hunger

CROP Hunger Walks are community-wide events sponsored by Church World Service and organized by religious groups, businesses, schools and others to raise funds to end hunger in the U.S. and around the world. In addition, each local CROP Hunger Walk can choose to return up to 25 percent of the funds it raises to hunger-fighting programs in our own community. Clint McCann highlights information about the 2018 CROP Hunger Walk which will be held at Eden Seminary with registration/check-in at 4:30PM,...
Aug. 8, 2018

Mai Lee Restaurant-A Tradition; Voting, and an Election for Prosecuting Attorney

With the upcoming August primary, Nancy Miller co-president of the League of Women Voters of Metro St. Louis explains tips on voting, the ballot language, and the importance of voting. http://www.lwvstl.org/index.html Primary opponents for St. Louis County Prosecuting Attorney Bob McCulloch and Wesley Bell interviews are revisited. (start 25:00) Qui Tran, the unofficial or now the official food ambassador for St. Louis(title given by KWRH-LP 92.9 FM). He reveals how his family came to the USA...
July 3, 2018

Making Beer with a Brewmaster and the 4th of July Unraveled

Devin Moore, brewmaster at Kirkwood Station, makes beer with compelling flavors and unique names. He wanted to involve his dad in a father/son project. He thought why not make craft beer together? The result is . . . well you'll have to listen. http://www.kirkwoodstationbrewing.com/brewery/brewing-process/ We celebrate Independence Day on July 4th. Is the real date July 2nd, August 2nd, or July 4th? Find out more as the Declaration of Independence is unraveled along with some patriotic reflect...
May 30, 2018

Don't Wine - Drink It: A Sommelier and Vigneron Tell Us All About It

Let's get some background on what it takes to be a sommelier from local Webster Groves and St. Louis sommelier Alisha Blackwell-Calvert! Then it is off to California to hear how a production manager and vigneron, Nicolas VonDerheyden of Trinite Estate (Acaibo), helps produce wine from vine and soil to the bottle. https://reedsamericantable.com/2018/04/10/alisha-blackwell-calvert/ http://www.feastmagazine.com/image_9e869236-e665-11e7-b834-4f7b22492a3b.html http://www.acaibo.com/ https://www.l...