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May 20, 2025

Preserving History: The Legacy of the Field House Museum

An engaging conversation about the Field House Museum in St. Louis, highlighting its reopening after a significant water damage incident caused by a burst pipe on Christmas Eve of 2022. Hosts Arnold Stricker and Mark Langston, along with guest Stephanie Bliss, the museum's executive director, discu…

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April 29, 2025

Lincoln, Douglas, and the Race That Changed History!

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…

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April 22, 2025

Behind the HOF Plaques: Untold Stories of St. Louis Baseball Greats

Ed Wheatley takes us on a nostalgic journey through the rich baseball history of St. Louis, where legends were born and made, and a surprising number of Hall of Famers call home. We delve into the stories of not just the well-known greats like Stan Musial and Bob Gibson, but also the hidden gems t…

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Feb. 28, 2025

John Andrew Jackson: The Escaped Slave Who Inspired Uncle Tom's Cabin

The remarkable story of John Andrew Jackson, a fugitive slave whose life inspired Harriet Beecher Stowe's iconic novel, 'Uncle Tom's Cabin'. Our conversation with Dr. Susanna Ashton, Professor of English at Clemson University and author of 'A Plausible Man: The True Story of the Escaped Slave Who …

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Jan. 8, 2025

Behind the Glitz: The Dark Side of Vegas and Sex Trafficking

Brian Joseph, author of 'Vegas Concierge: Sex Trafficking, Hip Hop, and Corruption in America' shares insights from his investigative journalism career, discussing how American society often fails survivors of sex trafficking. The conversation touches on the operations of sex trafficking rings, the…

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Dec. 13, 2024

Unlocking the Secrets of Perfect Pie with Anne Carpenter

Anne Carpenter shares insights from her book 'You Had Me at Pie.' She gives tips for both novice and experienced bakers, and explores tools and techniques essential for successful pie-making including: pie crust techniques, various pie types including fruit pies, meringue pies, and custard pies.

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Nov. 6, 2024

Challenging Beliefs: How Derek Black Renounced His Family's White Nat…

Derek Black, American former white supremacist and son of Don Black, founder of the Stormfront online community. Derek discusses the personal transformation from white nationalism to anti-racism, highlighting the differences between white nationalism and white supremacy, and the historical and soci…

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Nov. 6, 2024

Irena's Gift: How Love and Kindness Defied the Darkness of War

Karen Kirsten, an Australian-American writer and Holocaust educator, discussing her book 'Irena's Gift' and her discovery of hidden family truths. She shares her experience of learning about her grandmother's Holocaust survival, the silence surrounding her family's past, and the secrets revealed th…

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Nov. 4, 2024

Immortal Moments in Cardinals History: Famous & Forgotten

Guests Robert L. Tiemann and Ron Jacober, delve into Cardinals baseball history. Highlighted are Tiemann's and Jacober's collaborative work on 'Immortal Moments in Cardinals History,' a comprehensive account of famous and forgotten St. Louis Cardinals highlights. The episode also explores player r…

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Oct. 31, 2024

The High Stakes of Global Hostage & Prisoner Negotiations with Mickey…

True stories of high-stakes negotiations involving Americans held abroad, such as Brittney Griner and Otto Warmbier, from a former IDF officer who worked alongside Bill Richardson. Mickey has spent the past decade freeing Americans from some of the most complex and insulated countries on earth, in…

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Oct. 30, 2024

The New American Anti-Semitism: The Left, The Right, and The Jews

The evolving landscape of antisemitism in America, particularly emphasizing its shift from being predominantly a right-wing issue to manifesting within progressive circles. Ginsberg argues that contemporary antisemitism often disguises itself as anti-Zionism among leftist groups, especially on coll…

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Oct. 23, 2024

Behind the Kitchen Door: Missouri’s Comfort Food Scene

Missouri's diverse food culture is fun and delicious. The authors discuss their collaborative book on Missouri comfort foods which highlights local dining spots, recipes, and culinary traditions influenced by various ethnicities. The conversation delves into the authors' backgrounds, the evolution …

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Oct. 22, 2024

Target Tehran: Stopping a Nuclear Iran through Espionage, Diplomacy, …

This conversation delves into the complex geopolitics of the Middle East, focusing particularly on Israel's covert operations and diplomatic efforts to counteract Iran's nuclear ambitions. Through an insightful discussion with Ilan Evyatar, the program highlights the secretive and intricate measure…

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Oct. 17, 2024

In Her Power: How Jaime Mowers Transformed Tragedy into Triumph

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…

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Oct. 7, 2024

This Day in St. Louis History: Uncovering the Outrageous and Spectacu…

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…

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Sept. 9, 2024

Celebrating Books and Community at the Missouri Book Festival

The Missouri Book Festival takes place on September 13th and 14th, 2024, in Washington, Missouri. Hosts Arnold Stricker and Mark Langston, along with guest Amanda Doyle, discuss the festival's events, including author readings, book-related activities, food demonstrations, and live performances. Th…

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July 16, 2024

Inside the Tennessee Williams St. Louis Festival: An Exclusive Interv…

This show spotlights the Tennessee Williams Festival in St. Louis, featuring readings, panels, concerts, and exhibitions. The festival, founded in 2015, has gained national acclaim and won 13 awards from the St. Louis Theater Circle. Carrie Houk, Executive Artistic Director, and Tom Mitchell, …

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May 24, 2024

Engineering Marvels: The Eads Bridge and Its 150-Year Journey

Celebrating the 150th anniversary of the Eads Bridge, an engineering marvel spanning the Mississippi River in St. Louis. We have a conversation with Dr. John Brown, author and professor emeritus, who shares insights about the bridge's designer, James Eads, and his innovative techniques that revolut…

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May 15, 2024

Ste. Genevieve: A Walk Through the Oldest Town West of the Mississippi

Ste. Genevieve: oldest settlement West of the Mississippi, unique French architecture, connections to Stephen Austin and John James Audubon. Unique history of this town in Missouri.

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May 9, 2024

Life is a Cabaret (and maybe like a box of chocolates too)

This episode of 'Saint Louis In Tune' podcast highlights Amy Jo Jackson's cabaret performance and the Tennessee Williams Festival in St. Louis. The conversation delves into Jackson's creative process, the cabaret scene in New York, and community engagement efforts.

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Feb. 12, 2024

Unraveling Life's Narratives: On Stage with St. Louis Storytell

Join Arnold Stricker and Mark Langston of the Saint Louis In Tune Radio Show as they welcome Peggy Ray, Project Manager for St. Louis Storytell . Listen in as they discuss the power of storytelling, the importance of keeping ...

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Jan. 31, 2024

Shaping St. Louis: The Untold Narratives

St. Louis, Missouri, an emblematic American city, is globally known for its famous Gateway Arch. But in terms of its history, among the riches are untold stories of the African American contributions that undoubtedly shaped St. Louis. The recent radio interview on St. Louis in Tune, featuring autho…

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Nov. 10, 2023

Honest Aging: Adapting to Your New Normal

In this episode, guest Dr. Roseanne Leipzig , an internationally recognized physician in geriatric medicine, discusses her approach to transforming aging individually and as a society over her 40-year career. She talks about ...

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Nov. 2, 2023

The Most Fortunate Unfortunates: A Comprehensive History of the Jewis…

Marlene Trestman provides a deep insight into the history of the Jewish Orphan's Home of New Orleans and the lives of those who grew up there. As a former client of the Jewish Children's Regional Service, Marlene discusses h...

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