Episodes

In this episode of "Saint Louis In Tune," Arnold Stricker interviews Lior Melnick from the a cappella vocal band Six13. They discuss the band's unique blend of traditional Jewish liturgy and contemporary pop song parodies, their recent Hanukkah-themed Taylor Swift parody, and the band's experiences performing at prestigious venues. Lior also shares his personal journey with Six13, highlighting the meaningfulness of creating Jewish music and connecting with people, especially those isolated from ...

Leanne Matthews, the Artistic and Education Director, and Steve Neale, the Music Director, discuss the 14th annual Teen Talent Competition in St. Louis. They provide details about the competition, which is open to high school students and accepts all kinds of talent. The competition offers mentorship, performance opportunities, and scholarships. They also discuss the coaching workshops that help participants polish their performances. Matthews and Neale encourage teens to participate, emphasizi...

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 her recent book 'Honest Aging: An Insider's Guide to the Second Half of Life', and addresses popular questions and misconceptions about aging. Dr. Leipzig will be appearing at the St. Louis Jewish Book Festival. [00:00] Introduction and Guest Presentation [02:54] Understand...

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. The interview delves into the process and philosophy behind the project, highlighting specific interactions with St. Louis's residents and the release of a hardcopy compilation of Drew's work called 'Humans of St. Louis.' She discusses the inception of the project, her approa...

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 Story of Charity Woodrum. The film follows Woodrum's journey from growing up in poverty in rural Oregon to pursuing her dreams of studying astrophysics, surviving personal tragedy, and finding strength from unexpected support from mentors, old friends, and complete strangers. ...

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 her personal journey from being orphaned at a young age to becoming a successful academic and legal professional. Her new book Most Fortunate Unfortunates: The Jewish Orphans' Home of New Orleans serves as a comprehensive history of the orphanage and profiles hundreds of form...

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 inspired by some favorite board games! Tickets are $25 per person or $200 for a table of eight. Bring your own refreshments; bottled water is provided. Click this link to secure your space. MOCM invites nationally recognized professional musicians to historic Webster Groves, M...

[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 the Real Monica Adams" to benefit rescue animals. The event will take place November 4 from 6-8p at Clayton Winehouse, 7911 Clayton Road Clayton, MO 63117. Food from Award Winning Italian Restaurant Trattoria Marcella, Wine and Bourbon Tastings courtesy of Clayton Winehouse, a m...

Lea Rachel comes from a literary background, with published authors on both sides of her family tree. She has been writing short stories since the time she was a little girl. Her first novel The Other Shakespeare earned an honorable mention in The Wishing Shelf Book Awards. Lea’s most recently published book, Seeking Forgiveness, tells the story of interracial adoption from the standpoint of a white woman who adopts a Black son and finds that she has no idea what in the world she is doing. A se...

Director Rebekah Scallet and actor Bryn McLaughlin joined St. Louis In Tune to discuss the upcoming play, The Immigrant. Based on the true story of Haskell Harelik, the playwright Mark Harelik’s grandfather, who came to America in 1909 - it focuses on his grandmother’s family photo album which documented his grandparents and father’s lives growing up as a Jewish family in the tiny town of Hamilton, Texas. Taken in by a local couple, over the next 30 years, he makes a home and raises a family in ...

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 connection to the project and how she and her classmates discovered the story of Irena Sendler, who saved over 2,500 Jewish children during the Holocaust. She talks about their research journey, their correspondence with Irina, and the special bond that developed between them. Meg...

This show highlights indie singer-songwriter Devon Cahill and her upcoming appearance with Norbert Leo Butz. Devon was a guest in the studio and discussed her upcoming special guest performance on September 29 at The Sheldon. Norbert Leo Butz is headlining the show and will be releasing his new album Special Notes from Home. Devon talked about her Indie folk song soul style singing and ukelele playing and gave us a performance of a song on an upcoming album. This is Season 6! #devoncahill #ukel...

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 growth. The conversation then shifts to the impact of Gordon Parks on the community, focusing on his approach to photography and his use of the camera as a weapon against poverty, racism, and discrimination. We also discuss Parks' personal connection to Fort Scott and his accomp...

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 retired preservation historian for Saint Louis County Parks & Recreation discussed their upcoming talk on Susan Blow, the first kindergarten, and the historic Des Peres School. It was the site of the experimental kindergarten class conducted by St. Louisan Susan E. Blow, th...

In this podcast episode, Arnold Stricker and Mark Langston interview Jordan Gonzales, the owner and founder of Big Fitness. They discuss the importance of staying healthy and cover various topics related to fitness and personal growth. Jordan emphasizes the significance of clarity, discipline, and focus in achieving goals. He shares practical tips for setting specific goals, staying consistent, and changing one's environment to support behavioral change. He also discusses the role of neuroscien...

Director Tim Ocel highlights his vision for Suddenly Last Summer, the upcoming production at the Tennessee Williams Festival St. Louis (TWSTL) as well as his approach to directing theatre and opera. The Tickets are available at MetroTix. Since 2016, the Festival has attracted thousands to its readings, panel discussions, concerts, exhibitions, and productions, has reached hundreds of young people through its educational programming, and has garnered 13 awards from the St. Louis Theater Circle m...

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 CEO of the International Institute of St. Louis (IISTL) discusses the Festival of Nations and how the IISTL has played a prominent role in assisting refugees and immigrants in the St. Louis metropolitan area. This is Season 6! For more episodes, go to stlintune.com #fe...

Jeff Faulkner from Mr. Blue Sky was back in the studio to discuss the upcoming concert at Chesterfield Amphitheater on September 8 and how the fan base is growing by leaps and bounds. Mr. Blue Sky was voted the best cover band in 2023 in St. Louis magazine's A-list. Tickets may be purchased at Eventbrite. We also discuss what makes up a successful tribute band. Later, we go through cover songs that were better than the original version. Which ones will be covered? :) This is Season 6! For more ...

Charles Fuszner, DMD has been a dentist for over 40 years and was a professor at Washington University-Saint Louis dental school and currently is associate professor of comprehensive care at A.T. Still University dental school. He provided some valuable information on dental health applicable to anyone at any age. Key points are listed below. Take care of your teeth! [00:00] Introduction [01:52] Return to Civility [02:34] Interview with Charles Fuszner, DMD Background Dental Schools and How...

Writer and director Chris Lawing discusses Penetentia; the film dedicated to the memory of what his father fought for as an attorney. Penetentia is about a young associate lawyer who lands a job at a prestigious law firm, but as a former convict, acquitted felon, and at the top of his class he is challenged as he attempts to forge a new identity. The challenge comes when he takes a pro bono case for an old friend who filed a few grievances against a local prison. The struggle between corruption,...

Founded in 1981, Operation Food Search (OFS) is a hunger relief organization that provides free food, nutrition education, and innovative programs proven to reduce food insecurity. With a strategic focus aimed at ending childhood hunger, OFS empowers families and increases access to healthy and affordable food. The agency provides food and services to 200,000 individuals on a monthly basis – one-third of whom are children – through a network of 330 community partners in 42 Missouri and Illinois ...

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 is supported by generous members, donors, and volunteers. Dominik Jansky, Director of Communications & Marketing for Forest Park Forever discusses some history of the park and current and future projects that will continue to make Forest Park one of the most beautiful urban ...

What happens when a mural has support to be painted, gets done in record time, gets defaced by white supremacists, and then is painted over by the organization that supported it? De'Joneiro Jones describes the mural, the artists who helped complete it prior to the pandemic on the campus of Washington University in St. Louis, and the barriers for black artists in the aftermath of the defaced mural. [00:00] Opening [01:04] Return to Civility [02:46] Interview with De'Joneiro Jones-Part I ...

General Manager JP Roberts and Executive Chef Matt Daughaday of the 21c Museum Hotels describe the award-winning boutique hotel, contemporary art museum, and restaurants (Idol Wolf and Good Press) coming to downtown St. Louis in the restored YMCA building located at 1528 Locust Street. Art can be discovered around every corner and this 21c Museum Hotel has a unique style you will want to experience. July 25-Restaurant Opens August 8-Hotel Opens August 24-Grand Opening [00:00] Intro [01:00] Re...