Episodes

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/

Carrie Houck, Executive Artistic Director for the award winning Tennessee Williams Festival St. Louis, provides an exceptional description of the 2019 productions as well as some insights into how the festival started. Founded in 2015, the Tennessee Williams Festival St. Louis is an annual event that pays homage to the city’s favorite playwright. A variety of theatrical, artistic and educational events presented on both conventional and unexpected stages, celebrate the art and influence of Tenne...

Negro Leagues Baseball-a brief history on the formation of the league, the teams, some players, and the owners. We remember the league coming up to the 100th anniversary. Check out the interview with the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum (The Negro Leagues Baseball Museum-The Legacy of the Negro Leagues Plays On) and the whether Jackie Robinson was the first to integrate major league baseball (Was Jackie Robinson the First to Integrate Baseball?

Dance St. Louis has two remaining performances this spring. Christopher Mohnani, Managing Director of Programs and Community Engagement describes the Pilobolus Shadowland - New Adventure and the Spring to Dance Festival as well as background of his career in the dance world. https://www.dancestlouis.org/ https://www.facebook.com/dancestl/

Nearly 100 years ago, Andrew “Rube” Foster established the Negro National League in 1920. Not far from the original site, the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum highlights the league, players, owners, fans, and the struggle to be recognized and play baseball. Vice President and curator Dr. Raymond Doswell provides insight and reflection on the upcoming 100th anniversary next year. https://nlbm.com/ https://www.facebook.com/NegroLeaguesBaseballMuseum/

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/

Marvin Gaye's death cut short a career that may have ventured into the jazz realm. From pop to R&B, he had a smooth sound and was a perfectionist in the studio. Edie Anderson discusses her musical stage play about a woman who dreams of Marvin and his beautiful jazz ballads every April 1st (the day of his death) for over 30 years. A fascinating insight into his life and work. https://jazznmysoul.com/ https://www.facebook.com/jimsmarvingaye/

Jeff Anderson has been playing in the St. Louis area for . . . well . . . a long time. A superb bass player and tenor sax player who gigs around town. What is he up to? Listen to Jeff Anderson and his wife Edie Anderson discuss the ups/downs/stories/fun of the life of a musician.

The House of Miles East St. Louis (HOME) is a non-profit 501c3 that offers tours and educational programs in the restored childhood home ( in EStL) of musician extraordinaire, Miles Davis! Get to know more about this important work going on in the community from Lauren Parks, President of HOME and Gary Pearson, VP of HOME. http://www.houseofmilesestl.org/home https://www.facebook.com/House-of-Miles-East-St-Louis-685448574922618/

Do we know about the historic contributions of these women? Do we even know about these women and their role in science, sports, medicine, and the arts? Find out and don't forget about them.

What are the facts and truth about why the trains in St. Louis are on the southern portion of the city? Do you know the history of the portion of St. Louis which used to be called cow "manure" hill? The history of any city is more than just people, places, and dates. It is a smorgasbord of many different cultures who value and nurture their own identity while interweaving among the populace to create the larger identity of being a citizen of a city; in this case St. Louis. In her latest book ...

We take these inventions for granted each and everyday. What is their common link and why is that link important in our history? Listen to our discussion about these inventions that continue to transform our lives!

Part IV of our discussion of "Better Together" with Pat Kelly, the executive director from the Municipal League of Metro St. Louis. What is in store for municipalities of St. Louis County? http://www.stlmuni.org/

We all know Jackie Robinson was the first African American baseball player to play in the major leagues. The Society for American Baseball Research has additional information which goes back to the late 19th century and mentions players who may have preceded Jackie Robinson. In addition, who were the first black players to play major league baseball in St. Louis? The answer may surprise you. We must remember their contributions to our history.

Anthony Benton Gude portrays the serenity and history of the Midwest through his oil paintings, watercolors, and murals. Remarkable in his own right, he is not a stranger to artists or their lives being the grandson of Thomas Hart Benton. Discover more about Anthony Benton Gude and his love for the canvas and how he brings it to life. https://anthonybentongude.com/

Part III of our discussion on Better Together with Dr. Terry Jones from the University of Missouri-St. Louis. He begins to peel back the layers of the onion and talks about aspects of the plan which you may not know.

Part II of a multi-part series. Better Together has a plan to put St. Louis City and St. Louis County back together from the split in the late 19th century. Will we be "Better Together" under this encompassing plan? We discuss the 180 page plan as an overview and give some thoughts. https://www.bettertogetherstl.com/ https://www.bettertogetherstl.com/recommendations

Dr. Terry Jones from the University of Missouri-St. Louis discusses the history of the why St. Louis City and St. Louis County split apart in the late 19th century. What caused the breakup and was there any remorse after? This is Part I of a multi-part series on the breakup of St. Louis City and St. Louis County. Later parts will include information on "Better Together" and their plan to put things back together. To get a PDF of his book which is out of print, ask him at: terry.jones@umsl.edu

The U.S.S. Missouri is 75 years old and she has a permanent place alongside another historic ship in Pearl Harbor. "The USS Missouri Memorial Association is dedicated to preserving the Battleship Missouri and sharing her story and place in history." Mike Carr, President and CEO of the Association relates what has been and is currently being done to help visitors understand the role the U.S.S. Missouri played during World War 2. Let's celebrate her birthday and the U.S.S. Missouri Memorial Assoc...

John Atkins, Petty Officer Third Class Machinist's Mate, was a member of the crew of the U.S.S. Missouri from the time she left the Brooklyn Shipyard, during the kamikaze attack, and was present at the Japanese Surrender. His service on this historic battleship is an account of history. https://ussmissouri.org/

In memory of the 90th birthday of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., we focus and reflect on the power of his spoken words to followers and to his daughter. Faith Morris from the National Civil Rights Museum discusses the KING DAY 2019 and what to expect when visiting the museum. https://www.civilrightsmuseum.org/

Hotel Saint Louis, the former Union Trust Building in St. Louis which was designed by Louis Sullivan, has been restored to its glory. Find out from owners Amrit and Amy Gill about their efforts to recreate this building which is one of 30 Louis Sullivan buildings left standing. http://www.restorationstl.com/ https://www.hotelsaintlouis.com/ Louis Sullivan: He is considered by many to be the father of the skyscraper. Who was he, what impact did he leave on architecture, and what is left of his...

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!