Inspiration Episodes

Get the big screen ready for the St. Louis Jewish Film Festival, a vibrant celebration of stories that connect us all! This year, from March 15th to 26th, you can see powerful narratives that bridge generations and perspectives. John Wilson, the cultural arts director over at the Jewish Community…

Sandy Weltman is in the house, and he's got a harmonica tune or two up his sleeve that would even make Stan Musial nod in approval! Sandy shares his musical journey from banjo to harmonica, revealing how a simple desire to impress a girl led him down the rabbit hole of music that now includes ever…

Rebekah Coste is here to sprinkle some serious mom wisdom you won't want to miss! Whether you're a new mom feeling lost in a sea of diapers or a seasoned pro juggling a mini soccer team, she's got the lowdown on how to thrive in motherhood. Rebekah is the mastermind behind St. Louis Mom, a hub fo…

Christopher Alan Gordon joins us to discuss the treasure trove of letters from World War II in his latest book, "Letters Home from World War II: St. Louis." These heartfelt messages reveal the hopes and heartbreaks of servicemen and women from St. Louis on the front lines, shedding light on experie…

Award-winning journalist Jack Fairweather discusses his book, "The Prosecutor" which tells the story of Fritz Bauer, a gay Jewish judge from Stuttgart who emerged as a pivotal figure in post-war Germany, fighting tooth and nail to confront his country’s dark past. Bauer was relentlessly on a quest…

Andrew Leland joins us to converse about the world of blindness and the profound journey he's been on while navigating his own retinal degeneration. His book, "The Country of the Blind: A Memoir at the End of Sight," isn't just an exploration of what it means to lose one’s vision; it's a candid loo…

Jan Jacobi joins us to unravel the fascinating connections between the fable of the tortoise and the hare and the historical figures of Abraham Lincoln and Frederick Douglass. Lincoln, the determined tortoise, and Douglass, the speedy hare, had their own race of sorts during a tumultuous time in Am…

The essence of this conversation revolves around Jaime Mowers' journey through immense personal grief after a traumatic family tragedy. It highlights the transformative power of love, community support, and kindness in overcoming adversity. Throughout the discussion, there's a focus on the impact o…

Our guest, Joe Sonderman, a radio personality and author, talks about his new book, 'This Day in St. Louis History,' which highlights significant, outrageous, and interesting events in St. Louis' past. Topics include historical dates, the significance of the 'Great Divorce' of St. Louis City and Co…

The Festival of Nations, which represents over 30 countries, features music, food, art, and dance, and aims to highlight the multicultural fabric of the city. Arrey Obenson, President and CEO of the International Institute of St. Louis, discusses the festival's history, its growth, and its aim to m…

Celeste Grayer, a social worker and artist, shares insights into the significance of Juneteenth and her efforts to organize community events in the Delmar Loop area. Activities include a 5k race for reconciliation, a vendor fair, and a jam session with live music and a car show. The conversation al…

In this compelling discussion, Sandy Cummings , acclaimed journalist, and Charity Woodrum , aspiring astrophysicist, share the process of creating a documentary about Woodrum's life, Space, Hope, and Charity: The Remarkable S...

In this podcast episode, Megan Felt , the program director at the Lowell Milken Center for Unsung Heroes , shares her involvement with the Irena Sendler project and the mission of the center. Megan discusses her personal conn...

Kirk Sharp, the Executive Director of the Gordon Parks Museum , discusses his background and involvement with the museum. He shares becoming the Executive Director and highlights the importance of continuous learning and gro...

Love to Eat, Eat to Love is a FOOD + DRINK MOVEMENT to RAISE FUNDS + AWARENESS for CRUCIAL COMMUNITY + SOCIAL ISSUES . What started as a Facebook post by STLwinegirl Angela Ortmann to promote kindness, positivity, and collabo...

Not far from where Dred and Harriet Scott submitted the freedom suit which ultimately became a historic Supreme Court case , stands a new memorial commemorating all freedom suits filed by slaves in St. Louis between 1812 and ...

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 pilo...

Letisha Wexstten was born without arms and with one leg shorter than the other. She learned how to do everything with her feet and had to overcome the challenges of ableism (discrimination in favor of able-bodied people) and ...

John O'Leary was not always inspired to speak; in fact, he had less than one percent chance to survive as a nine-year-old child. What changed? Were the changes immediate? What inspires him now? A must-listen episode of Sa...

When the pain shatters us, it's the love & kindness that saves us. It is important to love big, laugh loud, lend others a helping hand, and spread kindness! BUZZING LOVE is a place for sharing random acts of kindness and sto...

Since 1997, Fathers & Families Support Center has consistently provided a comprehensive program of services for men who want to learn to be a responsible father, committed to a strong family relationship. Founder and CEO Hal...

When you think of All-Star, Superstar, Superdog do you think of a deaf dog? Well the message of Cole the Deaf Dog and The Team Cole Project is simple and profound: a disability is not an inability. Cole is a deaf rescue dog...

What do you do when your child who has a complex medical need has to leave the hospital but needs some rehabilitation and/or transition assistance to home? Ranken Jordan Pediatric Bridge Hospital has been doing that since 19...

Kenneth B. Morris, Jr. who is a direct descendant of Frederick Douglass and Booker T. Washington speaks about human trafficking, one million abolitionists, and the work of the Frederick Douglass Family Initiative. www.fdfi.or...