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June 3, 2025

15th MOCM Festival - the spirit that moves us

Nina Ferrigno is back in the studio, and she’s bringing the scoop on the upcoming Missouri Chamber Music Festival, happening June 9th to 20th in St. Louis! This festival is a musical feast featuring high-quality concerts, nationally recognized artists, and a whole lot of chamber music magic. We bro…

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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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May 7, 2025

What AmeriCorps Funding Cut Means for Survivors of Human Trafficking

The White House has recently pulled the plug on funding for AmeriCorps, and that’s sending shockwaves through community organizations like the Healing Action Network. Katie Rhoades and Courtney Hudzik join us to explain what this means for them and the critical services they provide to survivors o…

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March 11, 2025

314 Day: Celebrating St. Louis with Community Spirit!

314 Day serves as a reminder of the impact a city and its people can have when they come together. So, if you find yourself in St. Louis mid-March, prepare to experience the energy, excitement, and overwhelming sense of community that this celebration brings. One of the founders of 314 Day, Tatum …

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Jan. 21, 2025

From Victims to Victors: A Creative Approach to Mental Health Awarene…

Representatives Emeara Burns and Houston Himes, discuss Story Stitchers mental health campaign to destigmatize mental health care among African-American youth. The campaign utilizes public service announcements (PSAs), poetry, music, and community engagements to foster awareness and healing. Emear…

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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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Nov. 7, 2024

From Rock Walls to Canoes: Exciting Adventures at the Gateway Outdoor…

Brad Kovach, Deputy Director of River City Foundation and publisher of Terrain Magazine details the evolution and upcoming events of the Gateway Outdoor Expo, emphasizing activities like rock climbing, photo ops with Santa, and fly casting demos. The episode also delves into Brad’s background, the …

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Oct. 18, 2024

Healing Through Trauma: EMDR Therapy for Survivors of Sex Trafficking

Saint Louis In Tune has an in-depth discussion of trauma therapy and healing strategies, focusing on the experiences of human trafficking, abuse, and exploitation survivors. Featuring experts from the Healing Action Network, the conversation explores the principles and applications of EMDR (Eye Mov…

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July 26, 2024

Festival of Nations: A Cultural Mosaic

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…

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July 16, 2024

"Flying Children and Peace Pyramids: The Circus Harmony Story"

Jessica Hentkoff, the Executive Artistic Director and founder of Circus Harmony discusses the unique social circus organization that focuses on using circus arts to foster social change and bring together children from various backgrounds. The conversation highlights the 'Peace Through Pyramids' pa…

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June 3, 2024

The Secret of the Golden Queen: A Children's Opera for All Ages

Intriguing conversation on a new children's opera titled, 'The Secret of the Gold Queen' which revolves around the conflict between gold and silver chess kingdoms and imparts lessons on kindness, dignity, and respect. Guests Nika Leone, the composer, and Mark Freiman, a lyric bass and stage directo…

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May 21, 2024

Beyond the Score: Inside the Missouri Chamber Music Festival

Explore the world of chamber music with internationally acclaimed musicians Nina Ferrigno and Benedetta Orsi. They discuss the upcoming Missouri Chamber Music Festival, the challenges and joys of performing, their unique musical experiences with personal anecdotes, and insights into the musical pi…

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May 9, 2024

Uniting for Impact: Collaborative Philanthropy in Action

An insightful conversation featuring Kelvin Adams, CEO of St. Louis Community Foundation, discussing the Foundation's strategic pillars of economic stability, youth connections, and education innovation to uplift marginalized communities. The conversation also touches on the importance of community…

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April 18, 2024

Pretty Boy: The Reality of Youth Trafficking

Filmmaker Kevin Coleman-Cohen's journey in addressing youth in need who are homeless and being exploited, through the impactful narrative of the film 'Pretty Boy'. He also delves into his views on the power of storytelling in shedding light on human trafficking issues, emphasizing the importance of…

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April 18, 2024

Trafficking & Sexual Exploitation: Hope Amidst Adversity

Katie Rhodes of Healing Action, a survivor and the organization's founder, shares her journey and the services provided to survivors. The conversation emphasizes the need for community and governmental interventions in combating trafficking while highlighting the upcoming event during National Crim…

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Feb. 22, 2024

Resolving Tangled Title Issues and Bringing Vacant Properties Back to…

A conversation with Peter Hoffman, Managing Attorney for the Neighborhood Advocacy at Legal Services of Eastern Missouri. The program is a non-profit law firm that provides free civil legal aid in eastern Missouri, focusing on neighborhood advocacy. The interview discusses the program's work, inclu…

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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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Jan. 30, 2024

Inside the Ring: The Incredible World of Circus Harmony

Jessica Hentoff , Artistic and Executive Director for Circus Harmony discusses and explores the vibrant and supportive community Circus Harmony creates. She talks about Circus Harmony's upcoming show ' Nocturne ', along with ...

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Nov. 10, 2023

Humans of St. Louis

Social worker, artist, and photographer Lindy Drew is the co-founder and lead storyteller of Humans of St. Louis , where she combines photography with oral history to create intimate, revealing snapshots of St. Louis locals. ...

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Nov. 2, 2023

Chamber Music Isn't a Trivial Thing But Does Inspire a Trivia Night

Nina Ferrigno , one of the founders of The Missouri Chamber Music Festival (MOCM) talks about the upcoming season ( Season 14 in 2024) and Trivia Night on November 10 entitled “Game Changers” which will feature categories ins...

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Oct. 24, 2023

An Evening of Puppies, Italian Food, Wine, Bourbon and A Motivational…

[00:55] Award-winning Television and Radio Personality Monica Adams is teaming up with Trattoria Marcella , Clayton Winehouse , and Yuppy Puppy Pet Spa - Yuppy Puppy Forever Rescue to host the first annual " An Evening with t...

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Sept. 7, 2023

St. Louis KinderChronicles: Celebrating 150 Years of Susan Blow's Kin…

150 years ago, Susan Blow opened the first public kindergarten in the United States at the Des Peres School in the Carondelet area of St. Louis. Author and historian NiNi Harris and Esley Hamilton, architectural historian and...

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Aug. 19, 2023

Festival of Nations - 2023

Mark your calendar for August 26–27, 2023 at Tower Grove Park in St. Louis, Missouri for a celebration of music, flavors, art, and culture from around the world at the annual Festival of Nations . Arrey Obenson, President and...

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July 4, 2023

The Forever Park -Forest Park Forever - "Keep ON the Grass"

Forest Park Forever (FPF) is a private nonprofit conservancy that partners with the City of St. Louis to restore, maintain and sustain Forest Park to ensure that Forest Park is beautiful and welcoming — now and forever. FPF ...

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