Education Episodes

While it takes many lives, colorectal cancer is one of the most treatable cancers if detected early through prevention and screening. Colorectal Cancer Alliance CEO Michael Sapienza discusses his motivation and commitment to ending this disease and the latest information to assist those impacted. The Undy races in St Louis and DC have been canceled but you can participate in the ScopeItIn Virtual Event March 29. https://www.ccalliance.org/ https://www.ccalliance.org/get-involved/scope-it-in

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/forms...

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/1FAIpQLSf...

Let’s explore two of the newest family-friendly attractions in St. Louis located at St. Louis Union Station. Tami Brown, Executive Director of the St. Louis Aquarium at Union Station describes the one-of-a-kind exhibits featuring more than 13,000 aquatic animals from fresh water and marine environments around the world. Karyn Wilder, General Manager of the St. Louis Wheel reveals some of the background behind this 200-foot-tall giant observation wheel. Oh did we mention the mini-golf, the ca...

Dr John Blevins, SLS Program Deputy Chief Engineer at NASA Marshall Space Flight Center in Huntsville Alabama, reflects on the historic Apollo 11 moon mission and where we may be headed in space in the near future and what it will take to get there. https://www.nasa.gov/centers/marshall/home/index.html https://www.nasa.gov/specials/apollo50th/audio.html

Will Snyder, Planetarium Manager at the St. Louis Science Center, gives his insights into the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 moon landing and the multitude of activities planned for the celebration at the St. Louis Science Center. https://www.slsc.org/ https://www.slsc.org/explore/mcdonnell-planetarium/ https://www.facebook.com/STLScienceCenter/

Part II of our discussion of rivers, levees, flooding, and development with David Stokes, executive director of the Great Rivers Habitat Alliance. There really isn't a 500 or 100 year flood anymore; it may be more like every 15 years. Discover why and learn more to become involved in what you can do to prevent a devastating confluence. https://grha.org/ https://www.facebook.com/GreatRiversHabitatAlliance/ https://projects.propublica.org/graphics/levees https://www.usace.army.mil/Missions/Civil...

Levees have helped protect cities and land but at what cost to the landowners downstream when the water goes faster and is higher? Who is responsible for floodplain management? We delve into some of these questions in preparation for a second conversation coming soon. Look at the links below especially the first as it shows the effects of levees on our land. https://projects.propublica.org/graphics/levees https://www.usace.army.mil/Missions/Civil-Works/Levee-Safety-Program/

There is JOY in reading when kids have the skills, access, and resources which make reading fun. Michael Shipley from Bring Me A Book-STL discusses: what parents can do to help their children become better readers, how BMAB-STL is helping put books in kids hands, and how they team up with schools to provide much needed resources for teachers. https://bringmeabookstl.org/

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/

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.

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 Asso...

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/

John McManus, an award-winning professor, author, and military historian joins us to explain events leading up to the attack on Pearl Harbor and how the United States responded immediately after the attack. http://johncmcmanus.com/

Lincoln's Gettysburg Address: A speech many school children have memorized and one that has endured through time. What about this speech gives us cause to wonder and contemplate? Ian Patrick Hunt, historian and the chief of acquisitions at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library & Museum in Springfield, Illinois provides a history and reveals some of the inspiration that went into this 272 word gem. https://www.alplm.org/

The pogrom of November 9, 10 of 1938: at least 91 Jews were killed, 30,000 were arrested and incarcerated in Nazi concentration camps, hundreds of synagogues were burned, and over 7,000 Jewish businesses destroyed or damaged. Can this happen again? Daniel Reich from the St. Louis Holocaust Museum & Learning Center provides insight and describes the role of the Holocaust Museum & Learning Center in educating and empowering visitors to make the world a more tolerant place by rejecting all forms ...

Kenneth B. Morris, Jr. who is a direct descendant of Frederick Douglass and Booker T. Washington speaks about human trafficking, one million abolitionists, and the work of the Frederick Douglass Family Initiative. www.fdfi.org/

History To You: Their goal is simple: to stimulate positive change by increasing awareness of the cultural richness of African-American history. Get reignited in learning about your history in an interactive way! www.historytoyou.org/

Opera Theatre of Saint Louis presents a sensory-friendly family production of Rossini's The Barber of Seville. Mia DeJong discusses this kind of production in which kids will experience interactive workshops in stage makeup, dramatic movement, and singing ending in dramatic fashion with a condensed 30-minute opera of The Barber of Seville! https://www.opera-stl.org/explore-and-learn/for-everyone/2018-sensory-friendly-performance-opera-on-the-go

Often passed by without much thought and used as a focal point for concerts and food venues, the Soldiers Memorial Military Museum and Court of Honor will reopen November 3, 2018 after a two year absence and a $30 million makeover. Jim Conrad and Erik Biggs from Mackey Mitchell Architects and Karen Goering from the Missouri Historical Society showcase some of the changes which make this one of St. Louis' hidden gems. Discover more about the week long celebration which will take place culminat...

Project Appleseed has helped thousands of students, parents, and educators across the country. What do they do and why are they so successful? http://www.projectappleseed.org/ Tom Ridgely discusses his background and new role as executive producer of Shakespeare Festival St. Louis. Welcome to St. Louis! https://www.sfstl.com/

An enlightening conversation with attorney Beth McCarter on legal documents (Health Care Declaration, Health Care POA, Durable POA, Will & Testament, Trusts). http://missourilawyershelp.org/ http://www.mobar.org/ Father Dickson has a cemetery named in his honor. Who was he and why is this cemetery important. Listen to Ernest Jordan and Karen Mozee provide valuable history for our community and the greater St. Louis area.