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Former Hells Angels leader George Christie acts out life of crime, danger, comradery in play
<p>Former Hells Angels leader George Christie lived a life of crime, danger and comradery. He portrays his life's story in the one-man show, "Outlaw."</p>
St. Louis Labor Council president hopes SCOTUS ruling energizes opposition to Prop A on August ballot
<p>Pat White, president of the St. Louis Labor Council, discusses the state of organized labor in the bi-state region in light of the U.S. Supreme Court's new ruling related to union dues.</p>
Fair St. Louis returns to the Gateway Arch
<p>James Boldt, general chairman of Fair St. Louis 2018, talks about this year's fair and its return to the Gateway Arch.</p>
Gateway Arch Park Foundation takes on new role after renovation completion
<p>Samantha Fischer of the Gateway Arch Park Foundation discussed the role of the organization moving forward.</p>
Audio Tour: New museum at the Gateway Arch to open July 3
<p>Come along with reporter Mary Leonard as she gets a tour of the new visitor's center and museum at the Gateway Arch.</p>
Downtown St. Louis soon to welcome thousands of fencers and their swords
<p>Bogdan Hamilton, Hossam Hassan and Daena Talavera share <span style="color: black;">their love for the sport of fencing and their hopes for the 2018 National Championships as the events get underway in their home city.</span></p>
FBI St. Louis welcomes first female assistant special agent in charge
<p>St. Louis FBI recently hired Alicia Corder to serve as the assistant special agent in charge. She and her supervisor Special Agent in Charge Richard Quinn talk about the organization’s efforts to diversify its agents.</p>
Legal Roundtable discusses latest SCOTUS decisions, Stockley suit
<p>Bill Freivogel, Barbara Smith and Greg Magarian discuss recent SCOTUS activity as the session comes to a close.</p>
Aaron Coleman uses poetry to turn memories into reflections and epiphanies
<p>Fulbright scholar and Cave Canem fellow Aaron Coleman writes, teaches and translates poetry. He talks about his craft and his book “Threat Come Close.” </p>
The ‘volatile’ Mississippi: Challenges ahead as region sees continued development, more floods
<p style="line-height: 115%;"><span style="color: black;">Rivers have never been static things – least of all the mighty Mississippi. But its recent volatility, combined with continued commercial development in regional floodplains, has many concerned.</span></p>
Beyond borders: Children at heart of local implications, impressions of Trump’s immigration policy
<p>Three St. Louis-area residents whose areas of expertise shed light on the real-life impacts of evolving federal practices discuss the local ramifications.</p>
New children’s book highlighting Cardinals baseball greats promotes bonding between generations
<p>The names of St. Louis Cardinals baseball players who are revered as heroes by many are often not even on the radar of younger fans. Author Ed Wheatley hopes to change that.</p>
New episode of ‘We Live Here’ traces legacy of gated communities, street barriers in Gateway City
<p><em>The history of the region’s closed streets comes into sharp focus in the latest episode of St. Louis Public Radio’s “We Live Here” podcast.</em></p>
Recent deaths in LGBTQ community prompt conversation about mental health
<p>Amid Pride month, our local LGBTQ community is mourning several losses. Mental health is a concern among LGBTQ individuals and Steph Perkins, Curtis Galloway and Emily Klamer discuss the issues and recommend resources.</p>
Trains, planes and barge-o-mobiles: Moving St. Louis forward as a global freight hub
<p style="line-height: 115%;"><span style="color: black;">National freight volume is expected to grow significantly over the next 30 years </span><span style="color: black;">according to regional leaders who want to ensure that St. Louis captures a share of the increase.</span></p>
Host of WBUR’s ‘Only A Game’ throws in the towel
<p>Bill Littlefield talks about his upcoming retirement from hosting NPR's Saturday morning sports program "Only A Game" for 25 years. </p>
Growing loneliness epidemic speaks to ‘the difference between connecting and belonging’
<p>A recent survey of more than 20,000 U.S. adults suggests that most Americans struggle with loneliness, and it’s an issue that has serious health implications. Local experts Amy Bertschausen, Elizabeth Sergel and Dixie Meyer discuss its increasing impact across generations.</p>
Timothy O’Leary’s tenure as OTSL leader highlighted by inclusion, groundbreaking work
<p>Timothy O'Leary talks about the highlights of his time at Opera Theatre of St. Louis prior to his move to the Washington National Opera.</p>
BBC documentary spotlights adventurous life of Robert Campbell, Irish farm boy turned St. Louis fur trader
<p>Film director Michael Beattie and Alan McFarland, a descendant of Robert Campbell, traveled to St. Louis from Northern Ireland for this week’s North American premiere and discussion of the documentary “Robert Campbell, Mountain Man.” They also talked about Campbell's life on Monday's <em>St. Louis on the Air</em> with host Don Marsh.</p>
Play about gun violence aims to heal, inspire activism
<p>On Monday's <em>St. Louis on the Air,</em> host Don Marsh spoke with Joan Lipkin and Carol Swartout Klein about a play debuting in St. Louis titled "26 Pebbles."</p>
‘Run-On Sentences’ play shares the voices, stories of incarcerated women
<p>Host Don Marsh talks about a creative collaboration between a nationally known playwright and a group of women incarcerated in Vandalia, Missouri.</p>
St. Louis Public Radio's Ryan Delaney discusses debris issue at Gateway Elementary School
<p>On Friday's <em>St. Louis on the Air</em>, host Don Marsh talked with St. Louis Public Radio reporter Ryan Delaney. They discussed Delaney's recent investigation into the impact of demolition at the NGA site on students and staff at nearby Gateway Elementary School.</p>
St. Louis Public Radio's Maria Altman and Rachel Lippmann discuss news involving developer Paul McKee
<p>On Friday's <em>St. Louis on the Air</em>, host Don Marsh discussed this week's headlines involving local developer Paul McKee. St. Louis Public Radio's Maria Altman and Rachel Lippmann joined the conversation to offer analysis.</p>
‘Life is one big improv:’ how the skill can help you everyday
<p>On Thursday's <em>St. Louis on the Air,</em> Bob Baker, founder and director of the Improv Comedy Cabaret, Ken Haller, Saint Louis University professor and pediatrician, and John Larson, St. Louis Public Radio operations and program manager and author of <a href= "https://www.amazon.com/Just-Say-Yes-Optimistic-Entrepreneurs/dp/1453840664">“Just Say Yes: An Optimistic Guide for Entrepreneurs,”</a> joined host Don Marsh in studio to discuss how improv skills can help you in the workplace.</p>
NiNi Harris’ latest book takes readers beneath surface of St. Louis’ layered history
<p>Local historian NiNi Harris is the author of 14 volumes focused on the Gateway City’s history and architecture. She joined Thursday’s <em>St. Louis on the </em><em>Air</em> to share highlights from her latest published work, “This Used to Be St. Louis.”</p>
NPR Jerusalem correspondent Daniel Estrin shares Middle East insights during trip home to St. Louis
<p>On Wedensday's <em>St. Louis on the Air</em>, international journalist and St. Louis native Daniel Estrin talked with host Don Marsh in front of a live audience at St. Louis Public Radio. During the special broadcast, audience members asked questions about the ongoing Israeli-Palestinian conflict as well as other topics.</p>
Local pastor leaves Ferguson, reflects on strengths, weaknesses of community
<p>Host Don Marsh talks with Rev. F. Willis Johnson on <em>St. Louis on the Air </em>about his timeas the pastor of Wellspring Church in downtown Ferguson. </p>
Jo Mannies and Marshall Griffin offer analysis of Parson's speech on 'St. Louis on the Air'
<p>On Tuesday's <em>St. Louis on the Air</em>, St. Louis Public Radio political reporters Marshall Griffin and Jo Mannies joined host Don Marsh to discuss new Missouri Gov. Mike Parson's Monday evening address.</p>
‘A place of opportunity’: Benjamin Akande seeks to strengthen Wash U’s efforts in Africa
<p>Don Marsh talks to Benjamin Ola Akande, senior adviser to the chancellor and director of the Africa initiative at Washington University tasked with bringing the university’s various research and projects in Africa under one umbrella.</p>
Ngone Seck shares her journey on 'St. Louis on the Air' alongside College Bound coach, STLPR reporter
<p>On Monday's <em>St. Louis on the Air</em>, host Don Marsh talked with local teen Ngone Seck, who moved to the U.S. about five years ago and graduated at the head of her class at Riverview Gardens High School this spring. She has now landed a full-ride scholarship to Washington University. Joining the conversation were St. Louis Public Radio reporter Nancy Fowler and College Bound academic coach Liliana Mora.</p>
A mostly bygone big screen: Movie enthusiast recounts local history of drive-in theaters
<p>Tom Stockman, a self-described movie geek, joined Friday’s <em>St. Louis on the Air</em> for a look back at the heyday of St. Louis’ drive-in movie theaters, two of which still exist within an hour’s drive of the city.</p>
Behind the Headlines: What to make of Supreme Court decision in favor of Colorado baker
<p><em>H</em>ost Don Marsh talks to Webster University legal studies professor Anne Geraghty-Rathert about the implications of the U.S. Supreme Court ruling in favor of a Colorado baker who refused to make a wedding cake for a same-sex couple on religious grounds.</p>
‘Putt your way through downtown St. Louis’ at latest Sheldon Art Galleries mini-golf installation
<p>Producer Alex Heuer talks to Olivia Lahs-Gonzales, director of the Sheldon Art Galleries, about the Sheldon Art Galleries' "Golf the Galleries: Artist-Designed Mini Golf" exhibit. </p>
100 Muny seasons to take center stage at Missouri History Museum
<p>On Thursday’s <em>St. Louis on the Air</em>, host Don Marsh offered listeners a sneak peek at the new exhibit "Muny Memories," which explores the century-old Muny from many different perspectives. Joining him for the discussion was curator Sharon Smith.</p>
Latest episode of ‘We Live Here’ focuses on housing segregation
<p>On Thursday’s episode of <em>St. Louis on the Air</em>, host Don Marsh spoke with <em>We Live Here</em> co-host/producer Kameel Stanley about the podcast’s latest episode “The Segregation Myth-buster.”</p>
3 new restaurants to check out in June
<p>On Wednesday’s <em>St. Louis on the Air</em>, two staff members from Sauce Magazine joined host Don Marsh to talk about new restaurants in and around Forest Park, as well as their favorite patios.</p>
St. Louis Public Radio reporter/newscaster Wayne Pratt discusses Bayer's new ownership of Monsanto
<p>On Wednesday's <em>St. Louis on the Air</em>, host Don Marsh discussed this week's news that Bayer is acquiring longtime St. Louis-based company Monsanto. Joining him for the discussion was St. Louis Public Radio reporter/newscaster Wayne Pratt.</p>
Missourian, Broadway actor Taylor Louderman shares journey from ‘Annie’ at age 10 to Tony nomination
<p>Producer Alex Heuer talked with Boubon, Missouri, native Taylor Louderman about her upbringing and recent Tony Award nomination.</p>
Stages St. Louis has frank conversations on marriage in ‘I Do! I Do’ musical
<p>Host Don Marsh talks to actors Corinne Melançon, Steve Isom and Stages St. Louis associate producer, Andrew Kuhlman, about stages' "I Do! I Do!" production. </p>
Changing needs, strategies in foster care as number of children in Missouri’s system increases
<p>Ryan Dowis of Cornerstones of Care and Melanie Scheetz of the Foster & Adoptive Care Coalition joined Tuesday’s <em>St. Louis on the Air</em> to discuss current challenges facing the region’s most vulnerable youth and those who care for them.</p>
It has been this bad, says author, historian Jon Meacham in latest book, ‘Soul of America’
<p>Host Don Marsh talks to author and historian Jon Meacham about Meacham's latest book, "Soul of America: The Battle for Our Better Angels." </p>
Special coverage of Mike Parson's inauguration as governor of Missouri
<p>A special live edition of <em>St. Louis on the Air </em>included host Don Marsh in conversation with guests surrounding the swearing-in of Missouri Gov. Mike Parson.</p>
Locally based Wee Heavies sing in ‘St. Louis on the Air’ studio ahead of concert at Sheldon
<p>St. Louis Public Radio contributor Charlie McDonald talks to locally based Wee Heavies band members. </p>
Behind the Headlines: Discussion of Greitens’ resignation announcement
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Host Don Marsh talks to St. Louis Public Radio reporter Rachel Lippmann about Eric Greitens' resignation as Missouri governor. </span></p>
Ferguson Starbucks manager calls company-wide anti-bias training ‘thought provoking’
<p>Host Don Marsh talks to St. Louis Public Radio reporter Ashley Lisenby about Starbuck's nationwide biases training.</p>
Time to mourn, time to dance as local cloggers reflect on Emily Webb’s legacy
<p>Emily Webb (1976-2018), a beloved wife and mother, began clogging as a young girl in St. Charles, Missouri. Family members and fellow cloggers joined <em>St. Louis on the Air</em> this week in remembrance of her love for the American folk dance and her influence on the local clogging community.</p>
St. Louis veterans speak up about war experiences; exhibit to open at Soldiers Memorial this fall
<p>Host Don Marsh spoke with staff from the Missouri Historical Society and a St. Louis-area veteran about documenting veterans' stories orally.</p>
Legal Roundtable analyzes Missouri governor's sudden resignation
<p>Host Don Marsh talked with legal experts about the resignation of Missouri Governor Eric Greitens.</p>
Special edition of 'St. Louis on the Air' as Greitens resigns
<p><em>St. Louis on the Air</em> host Don Marsh talked with St. Louis Public Radio political reporters and other guests in the wake of Missouri Gov. Eric Greitens' sudden announcement.</p>
Political parties vs. the people: How effective is the two-party system?
<p>Host Don Marsh talks about the structure and function of political parties and party leadership in the United States. </p>