St. Louis Episodes

With over 100 interviews, Jim Merkel compiled a book of memories that takes a walk through time. What was it like to live through COVID-19? Jim recorded that information in his book along with memories of visits to the 1904 World's Fair, Ted Drewes, and a special story about Yogi Berra or is it Yogi Bear? Well you'll have to read the book to find out. https://jimmerkelthewriter.com/ https://reedypress.mybigcommerce.com/growing-up-st-louis-looking-back-through-the-decades/

Lizzie Harrison knows firsthand about domestic violence. She now assists others who struggle in the grip of this abuse. Important information in a time when stress and life is taking a toll. https://harrisonsreferralservices.com/ https://www.facebook.com/Harrisons-Referral-Services-for-Women-19300750425/

When we think about diseases like cancer or heart disease, we don’t wait years to treat them. We start before Stage 4—we begin with prevention, identify symptoms, and develop a plan of action to reverse and hopefully stop the progression of the disease. So why don’t we do the same for individuals who are dealing with potentially serious mental illness? Much of our work is guided by the Before Stage 4 (B4Stage4) philosophy – that mental health conditions should be treated long before they reach t...

The Crime Victim Center gives victims a voice and helps them move from crisis to resiliency. Marti Kelly, executive director of the Crime Victim Center discusses the work of the center and how they are able to assist victims of traumatic events of crime. https://www.supportvictims.org/ https://www.facebook.com/supportvictims.org

Domestic violence knows no boundary. It occurs to individuals in all walks of life. Sylvia Jackson, executive director of the Women's Safe House in St. Louis gives us an update on their work and how abuse has been rising due to the stay-at-home orders. https://twsh.org/ https://www.facebook.com/TheWomensSafeHouse/

What should you do at your home, work, or other places to keep yourself safe? Former police officer Jenn Jackson describes some simple yet effective things to help each of us keep safe. https://childhood101.com/35-ways-to-keep-your-home-safe/

Chris Clark describes the St. Louis Filmmakers Showcase which is still accepting submissions. Programs range from full-length fiction features and documentaries to multi-film compilations of fiction and documentary shorts. In addition, programs with feature-length films include post-screening Q&As with filmmakers. Chris also talks about how Cinema St. Louis and all of their events have been impacted during the Covid-19 pandemic. https://www.cinemastlouis.org/st-louis-filmmakers-showcase https:...

Lt. Colonel Dan Jennings, divisional commander at the Salvation Army describes the efforts of the Salvation Army to holistically meet the spiritual, emotional and physical needs of those less fortunate. Learn how they are helping in the Covid-19 pandemic. Hope is greater than fear . . .Kindness is greater than despair . . .Generosity is greater than uncertainty. http://www.salarmymidland.org/ https://www.facebook.com/SalArmySTL/

For over 150 years, the St. Louis Community Foundation has been helping St. Louisans put charitable dollars to work to increase the impact of charitable giving now and forever. The COVID-19 Regional Response Fund Advisory Council has been established to help those impacted within our region. President and CEO Amelia Bond relates why "investing for tomorrow has a positive impact today." https://stlgives.org/ https://www.facebook.com/stlouisgives/

Ed Wheatley masterfully weaves the history of baseball in St. Louis. He focuses on teams of the Major League, Negro League, Khoury League, High Schools in the area, American Legion, and other Youth Leagues. What did the ballparks look like back then? Why were the Cardinals called the Browns at one point? Who is on the all-St. Louis team? Find out and more. Ed's book can be purchased from Reedy Press in St. Louis or any fine book store.

William Roth, founder and artistic director of the Gaslight Theatre and the St. Louis Actor's Studio discusses how the show is still going on via LIVE STREAM. Support the arts and don't forget to add to the tip jar! https://www.facebook.com/thegaslighttheater/ http://stlas.org/

Carol Commerford, Director Community Music School of Webster University and Dana Hotle, Executive Director of Chamber Project Saint Louis discuss the Young Composers Competition which is having an unusual ending due to COVID-19. Young composers will be wanted for the 2020-21 competition. http://www.webster.edu/community-music-school/programs/young-composers-competition.html http://chamberprojectstl.org/ http://www.webster.edu/community-music-school/

Tony Parise needs no introduction to the theatre world. A veteran of Broadway shows, he appeared in the first National tour of A CHORUS LINE and was on Broadway in 42ND STREET, ME AND MY GIRL, and CITY OF ANGELS. He has directed and/or choreographed HELLO, DOLLY starring Madeline Kahn, and many other shows. He talks about the upcoming arts program Next Stop Broadway. https://www.foxpacf.org/programs/next-stop-broadway-2/

Nestled next door to the newly refashioned Hotel St. Louis(Louis Sullivan's Union Trust Building) is Henry Ives Cobb's impressive and striking red tone Chemical Building. Restoration St. Louis has plans to bring the building back to life to a grand state. http://www.restorationstl.com/

Restoration is never easy. But when you have Restoration St. Louis with Amrit & Amy Gill, quality and first class results are what you get. The Seven Gables Inn recently renovated is better than it was when it was built. First class accomodations and dining. Check it out. http://www.sevengablesinn.com/ http://www.restorationstl.com/

Jacqueline Thompson who acts, directs, and teaches at the University of Missouri-St. Louis discusses her role in Ntozake Shange's choreopoem Spell #7 at the St. Louis Black Rep. The St. Louis Theater Circle Award 2020 nominee for outstanding director of a drama recently concluded her direction of "Four Little Girls: Birmingham 1963." In 2019 she received a Visionary Award recognizing women who have impacted the arts in St. Louis and in 2018 she won the St. Louis Theater Circle Award for outstan...

On March 6, 1857 the Supreme Court handed down a decision which reverberated throughout the nation. Lynne Jackson, the great, great granddaughter of Harriet and Dred Scott describes the story in detail. A story which is one of the most important in the history of our country. This is Part II of two parts. Please sign the petition for a Dred Scott commemorative stamp. dredscottlives.org/ www.thedredscottfoundation.org/dshf/ www.facebook.com/The-Dred-Scott-H…127989110568702/ docs.google.com/f...

On March 6, 1857 the Supreme Court handed down a decision which reverberated throughout the nation. Lynne Jackson, the great, great granddaughter of Harriet and Dred Scott describes the story in detail. A story which is one of the most important in the history of our country. This is Part I of two parts. https://dredscottlives.org/ http://www.thedredscottfoundation.org/dshf/ https://www.facebook.com/The-Dred-Scott-Heritage-Foundation-127989110568702/ https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQ...

Media icon Bernie Hayes has done a few things in his life: Print and broadcast journalist radio and television announcer columnist recording artist and producer professor author news director radio station executive Midwest promotions director for two major record companies disc jockey started the first Black radio talk show in St. Louis interim executive director of the National Blues Museum National Blues Museum Board member curator of the Don and Heide Wolff Jazz Institute foun...

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

Kateri Chapman-Kramer, Project Coordinator and Melik Coffey, Program Mentor describe Life Outside of Violence (LOV), which is the short name for the St. Louis Area Hospital-Based Violence Intervention Program. The program helps those harmed by stabbing, gunshot or assault receive the treatment, support and resources they need to find alternatives to end the cycle of violence. The idea behind LOV is to help decrease incidences of retaliation, criminal involvement, re-injury, and death. Begun in ...

Todd Mosby has been able to do something few have accomplished. He has mastered North Indian Raga music and American Western music encompassing elements from classical, folk, bluegrass and jazz. The result opens new frontiers with exciting new sounds and structures that transcend known genres of music. He and his neighbor Imrat Khan developed acoustic and electric versions of the Imratguitar, a hybrid sitar-guitar bridge instrument for crossing musical platforms and cultures. He sits down with ...

In order to effectively address homelessness in America and impact a long-term solution to this problem, people transitioning out of homelessness and other crisis situations need help with stability. Home Sweet Home believes part of that stability comes from establishing a first home stocked with the necessities for everyday life. Part of maintaining a home is usability and affordability. They help make taking the first step to stable home life comfortable and accessible. Services are needed mos...

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 1941. Brett Morehouse, President and CEO relates how Ranken Jordan provides superior-quality intensive transitional care to help children and families bridge the gap between acute care and home. https://rankenjordan.org/ https://www.facebook.com/RankenJordan/