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‘It’s modern-day sex slavery’: House criminalizes promotion, facilitation, of online sex-trafficking

<p>Host Don Marsh talks to Congresswoman Ann Wagner to talk about her legislation criminalizing the advertising of sex trafficking online.</p>

Mar 2, 201811 min

Remembering Mill Creek Valley, once home to 20,000 black St. Louisans

<p>Gwen Moore joined <em>St. Louis on the Air</em> host Don Marsh and two other panelists, Lisa Gates and Terry Jones, at Harris Stowe State University last week for a conversation ­about the community that once existed between <span data-scaytid="3" data-scayt_word="20th">20th</span> Street and Saint Louis University. The same day, <span data-scaytid="4" data-scayt_word="HSSU">HSSU</span> unveiled a new campus mural, commissioned by Wells Fargo, honoring Mill Creek.</p>

Mar 1, 201849 min

Greitens to go to trial May 14

<p>Host Don Marsh talks to St. Louis Public Radio statehouse reporter Marshall Griffin about the governor’s felony charges and its effect in Jefferson City.</p>

Feb 28, 201813 min

Science journalists Jon Cohen, Carl Gierstorfer explain how, why diseases spread

<p>Producer Alex Heuer talks with science journalist Jon Cohen, a staff writer for Science Magazine, and documentary filmmaker Carl Gierstorfer about their work on HIV, AIDS and Ebola.</p>

Feb 28, 201837 min

St. Louis in 1849 – A tragic year of death, fire and other challenges

<p>On Tuesday’s <em>St. Louis on the Air</em>, host Don Marsh talks with Christopher Alan Gordon about his book, <a href= "http://mohistory.org/mediaroom/fire-pestilence-and-death-st-louis-1849/" data-cke-saved-href= "http://mohistory.org/mediaroom/fire-pestilence-and-death-st-louis-1849/" data-mce-="">“Fire, Pestilence, and Death: St. Louis, 1849.”</a> </p>

Feb 27, 201838 min

Missouri’s new Wonders of Wildlife attraction transports visitors to African savanna, ocean, more

<p><em>Wonders of Wildlife spokesperson Shelby Stephenson visited St. Louis Public Radio this week to discuss what makes the new attraction unique. It’s housed at Bass Pro Shops’ national headquarters in Springfield, Missouri.</em></p>

Feb 27, 201810 min

Legal Roundtable: Panel addresses governor’s indictment

<h4>Joining host Don Marsh for the conversation were Mark Smith, J.D., associate vice chancellor of students at Washington University; William Freivogel, J.D., journalism professor at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale; and Rachel Sachs, J.D., associate professor of law at Washington University School of Law.</h4>

Feb 26, 201849 min

St. Louis on the Air: Discussing the news that Gov. Greitens was indicted

<p>Host Don Marsh spoke with St. Louis Public Radio reporters Rachel Lippmann and Jo Mannies about news that Gov. Greitens was indicted.</p>

Feb 23, 201811 min

The climate is changing, but weather forecasting probably won’t

<p>On Friday’s <em>St. Louis on the Air</em>, host Don Marsh spoke with local meteorologist Cindy Preszler about the findings of some new research – along with Anthony Lupo, a professor of atmospheric science who helped lead the study.</p>

Feb 23, 201819 min

A lesson in crisis communications as St. Louis-based Centene deals with negative press

<p>Host Don Marsh talked about crisis communications with Linda Locke, senior vice president and partner with Standing Partnership.</p>

Feb 23, 201817 min

Homelessness in St. Louis and a local film addressing the issues of tent cities

<p>Host Don Marsh talks about the new documentary film, "Living in Tents," which features the stories of homeless people in St. Louis and more broadly, the issue of homelessness in St. Louis.</p>

Feb 22, 201818 min

Pro & Con: House Bill 2179, a state bill set to penalize companies boycotting Israel

<p>Host Don Marsh discussed the potential impact of <a href= "https://house.mo.gov/billtracking/bills161/billpdf/intro/HB2179I.PDF" data-cke-saved-href= "https://house.mo.gov/billtracking/bills161/billpdf/intro/HB2179I.PDF" data-mce-="">House Bill 2179</a> that would prohibit Missouri from entering into contracts over $10,000 with companies that engage in the boycott of, divestment from and sanctioning of Israel, an ally of the United States.</p>

Feb 22, 201830 min

Tiny Desk Contest 2018: Who will be St. Louis’ top pick?

<p>Host Don Marsh talked with engagement producer Lindsay Toler about the Tiny Desk Contest 2018.</p>

Feb 21, 20187 min

BuzzFeed investigation finds Missouri execution drug supplier has troubled safety history

<p>Host Don Marsh talked with BuzzFeed News reporter Chris McDaniel about his investigation that uncovered the pharmacy that has supplied Missouri with drugs for executions. </p>

Feb 21, 201817 min

Sound Bites: Local chefs share their journeys toward a vibrant work-life balance

<p><em>Local culinary professionals Alex Feick and Josh Charles joined Sauce Magazine editor Catherine Klene and St. Louis on the Air's Don Marsh to talk about how they manage demanding careers alongside parenthood and other aspects of their lives.</em></p>

Feb 21, 201823 min

Recognizing unconscious bias and what we can do about it

<p>Host Don Marsh talks about recognizing unconscious bias and how that can help further understanding and inclusion.</p>

Feb 20, 201834 min

Travel expert Rick Steves gives advice on 'traveling thoughtfully'

<p>The prolific author and TV and radio host spoke with <em>St. Louis on the Air</em> producer Evie Hemphill in advance of his Feb. 20 talk at Powell Hall as part of the St. Louis Speakers Series.</p>

Feb 20, 20188 min

Hip-hop history: Wash U professor uses 'Hamilton' as teaching tool

<p>Host Don Marsh spoke with Washington University history professor Peter Kastor about the historical accuracy of "Hamilton" and about its use as a teaching tool.</p>

Feb 19, 201827 min

UMSL professor's book highlights what the framers were really thinking

<p>Political scientist David Robertson discusses his book "The Original Compromise," which looks at the creation of the U.S. Constitution.</p>

Feb 19, 201821 min

Nurses for Newborns continues to help at-risk infants get a healthy start

<p>Host Don Marsh talked about services provided by Nurses for Newborns to provide a safety net and improve the outcomes of at-risk infants. </p>

Feb 16, 201815 min

8th ward Alderwoman-elect Annie Rice, Sue Shear Institute’s Vivian Eveloff discuss women in politics

<p>Alderwomen-elect Annie Rice and Vivian <span data-scaytid= "52" data-scayt_word="Eveloff">Eveloff</span>, director of the Sue Shear Institute for Women in Public Life at the University of Missouri-St. Louis talk about the increase in the number of women in elected offices.</p>

Feb 16, 201820 min

STLPR reporters analyze special 8th ward alderman election

<p>Host Don Marsh talks to St. Louis Public Radio reporters Rachel Lippmann and Jason Rosenbaum about Annie Rice's win in 8th ward alderwoman election. </p>

Feb 16, 201812 min

‘No doubt about it’: Mother of Mary Jo Trokey says postpartum disorder led to homicide-suicide

<p>Host Don Marsh talks about perinatal depression with Washington University experts; mother of Mary Jo Trokey joins conversation.</p>

Feb 15, 201831 min

Local show feature blues music, the story of St. Louis’ entertainment history

<p>Host Don Marsh talks about a St. Louis themed variety show featuring blues music, comedy and discussions about life in a divided city.</p>

Feb 15, 201817 min

African-American presence growing ‘slowly but surely’ in classical music, say visiting musicians

<p>Fewer than 2 percent of musicians in professional orchestras in the U.S. are African-American, and the Florida-based <a href= "https://edison.wustl.edu/event/ritz-chamber-players/">Ritz Chamber Players</a> are eager to change that.</p>

Feb 14, 201822 min

Non-profit Creative Reaction Lab engages young St. Louis black, Latinos to address societal issues

<p>Host Don Marsh discussed how technological and art design can reveal and address societal issues.</p>

Feb 14, 201826 min

Growth in US hate groups slows, hate crimes on the rise: Wash U professor

<p>Host Don Marsh talked with sociologist David Cunningham about the recent slowdown in the growth of hate groups in the U.S. as well as the concurrent increase in the number of hate crimes.</p>

Feb 13, 201825 min

Ulysses Grant, St. Louis city-county divide among notable stories of love, loss in St. Louis’ past

<p>Host Don Marsh discusses interesting and obscure love and breakup stories that happened in St. Louis with Renegade <span data-scaytid="2" data-scayt_word= "STL">STL</span>.</p>

Feb 13, 201823 min

Sound Bites: Where to go with your Valentine

<p>Host Don Marsh discussed tips for where to dine on Valentine's Day with our partners at Sauce Magazine.</p>

Feb 13, 201819 min

An update on renovations at the Gateway Arch By LARA HAMDAN • FEB 9, 2018

<p><em>St. Louis on the Air</em> host Don Marsh spoke with Ryan McClure of the Gateway Arch Park Foundation and producer Alex Heuer about renovations at the national park.</p>

Feb 12, 201829 min

From Scottrade Center to St. Peter’s Basilica, tenor Scott Kenneback combines faith, talent

<p>Host Don Marsh talked with tenor Scott <span data-scaytid= "2" data-scayt_word="Kennebeck">Kennebeck</span> about his multi-faceted career and the various audiences he’s performed for. </p>

Feb 9, 201816 min

St. Louis Chamber Chorus' will highlight the theme of love in ‘Love Dances’ concert

<p><span data-scaytid="2" data-scayt_word="Pott">British composer Francis Pott</span> joined <em>St. Louis on the Air</em> host Don Marsh alongside Philip Barnes, artistic director of the Saint Louis Chamber Chorus, for to talk about a concert highlighting the theme of love. </p>

Feb 9, 201816 min

Behind the Headlines: 2018 Illinois governor race ‘on track’ to being most expensive yet

<p>Host Don Marsh discusses the 2018 Illinois governor’s race and other political issues in the state. </p>

Feb 9, 201815 min

KSDK news anchor Rene Knott highlights upcoming 2018 Winter Olympics coverage

<p>Producer Alex Heuer talks to KSDK news anchor Rene Knott about his trip to the 2018 Winter Olympics in South Korea. </p>

Feb 8, 201813 min

UMSL professor Susan Brownell is studying hospitality at the 2018 Winter Olympics

<p>Producer Alex Heuer talks to UMSL anthropology professor Susan Brownell, who's attending the 2018 Winter Olympic and plans to study them from an anthropological point of view. </p>

Feb 8, 201813 min

A trip down memory lane of the 1904 Olympics held in St. Louis

<p>Producer Alex Heuer delves deeper into the history of the 1904 Olympics held in St. Louis and new efforts set to commemorate its past. </p>

Feb 8, 201821 min

Remember: Heart disease is still the leading cause of death – here’s how to prevent it

<p>Host Don Marsh talks to cardiologist Andrew <span data-scaytid="2" data-scayt_word= "Kates">Kates</span> to discuss new developments in heart health research and answer questions about the heart.</p>

Feb 7, 201821 min

‘Our kids are in crisis:’ Youth in St. Louis are facing challenges in school, health, juvenile systems

<p>Host Don Marsh talks about those injustices disadvantaged youth in St. Louis are facing, including inequities in quality of education, rate of school suspensions and more.</p>

Feb 7, 201827 min

‘Journey to the South Pacific’ highlights world’s most diverse marine ecosystem

<p>Producer Lara <span data-scaytid="2" data-scayt_word= "Hamdan">Hamdan</span> talks to filmmaker Mark <span data-scaytid="3" data-scayt_word= "Krenzien">Krenzien</span> about his career and film, "Journey to the South Pacific," which takes place on a tropical island in West Papua.</p>

Feb 6, 201818 min

What’s changed 10 years since the fatal Kirkwood City Hall shooting?

<p>Host Don Marsh discusses the issues raised by the shooting at Kirkwood City Hall 10 years ago and how they may have been addressed.</p>

Feb 6, 201831 min

Mathews-Dickey Boys’ and Girls’ Club instills ‘respect, restraint, responsibility’ values

<p>Host Don Marsh discussed the history of the Mathews-Dickey Boys’ and Girls’ Club and a book that details it.</p>

Feb 5, 201831 min

Missouri Republicans believe tax cuts are turning the tide

<p>Host Don Marsh talks to St. Louis Public Radio political reporter Jo Mannies about the Lincoln Days gathering, where Missouri Republicans discuss their plans for upcoming elections. </p>

Feb 5, 201816 min

Journalist Linda Greenhouse writes about the evolution of political coverage post Trump

<p>Host Don Marsh talks with Pulitzer Prize winning journalist Linda Greenhouse about her career and the current state of media and political affairs.</p>

Feb 2, 201827 min

Behind the Headlines: Residents hope to see full removal of hazardous waste at Westlake Landfill

<p>Don Marsh goes Behind the Headlines to discuss the aftermath of the Environmental Protection Agency’s decision on a partial removal of World War II-era radioactive waste at the West Lake Landfill, in northwest St. Louis County.</p>

Feb 2, 201816 min

Non-profit Rx Outreach pharmacy provides low-cost medication to patients in need

<p>Host Don Marsh talks to Rx Outreach president Darryl <span data-scaytid="5" data-scayt_word="Munden">Munden about the</span> non-profit organization based in Maryland Heights, which is a fully licensed mail-order pharmacy.</p>

Feb 1, 201823 min

Metro Theater Company’s ‘Bud, Not Buddy’ features score by Terence Blanchard

<p>St. Louis on the Air producer Alex <span data-scaytid="2" data-scayt_word="Heuer">Heuer</span> talks with Grammy award-winning jazz trumpeter and composer Terence Blanchard about his score in the "Bud, Not Buddy" production. </p>

Feb 1, 201820 min

EPA proposes partial removal of West Lake Landfill nuclear waste

<p>Host Don MArsh talks to St. Louis Public Radio science and environment reporter Eli Chen about an EPA proposal for the West Lake Landfill. </p>

Feb 1, 20185 min

Sound Bites: The best new St. Louis restaurants to try during the month of February

<p>Host Don Marsh talks to our partners at Sauce Magazine about their top restaurant picks for the month of February. </p>

Jan 31, 201816 min

'I was too black:' Discrimination, segregation perpetuate income inequality in St. Louis

<p>Host Don Marsh talks to St. Louis Public Radio digital reporter Kae Petrin and Washington University dean of the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences William Tate about the income gap between white and black residents in St. Louis. </p>

Jan 31, 201833 min

St. Louis women contribute to 500 Women Scientists, a global effort that promotes women in science

<p>Host Don Marsh talks with St. Louis members of the grassroots organization 500 Women Scientists about local activities taking place that will introduce more women and people of color to the science fields.</p>

Jan 30, 201821 min