Episodes
Sababa Festival, Jewish Culture, & Community Insights with Rabbi Brad…
Rabbi Brad Horwitz, the Chief Jewish Engagement Officer at the J, discussing the dynamic and multifaceted Jewish culture in St. Louis. Rabbi Brad speaks with hosts Arnold Stricker and Mark Langston about the upcoming Sababa Jewish Arts and Culture Festival, the extensive programs offered by the J, …
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…
From Courtrooms to Classrooms: Understanding Brown v. Board with Dr. …
An in-depth discussion with historian James T. Patterson on the 70th anniversary of the Supreme Court's landmark decision, Brown v. Board of Education. Patterson, an expert on the topic, delves into the historical context and significance of the case, which declared racial segregation in public sch…
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…
Building Community Through Juneteenth: Insights from Celeste Grayer
Celeste Grayer, a social worker and artist, shares insights into the significance of Juneteenth and her efforts to organize community events in the Delmar Loop area. Activities include a 5k race for reconciliation, a vendor fair, and a jam session with live music and a car show. The conversation al…
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…
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…
Gobsmacked at the Sight: The 1904 St. Louis World's Fair
This episode features Patrick Murphy , a renowned author, television producer, and media personality, discussing his latest book Prelude to a Century: The 1904 St. Louis World's Fair ; aka the Louisiana Purchase Exposition. M...
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…
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…
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 ...
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 ...
Charity Woodrum: Resilience Through Poverty, Family Dysfunction and U…
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 S...
Seeking Forgiveness: The Unique Struggles of Interracial Adoption
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 h...
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...