St. Louis on the Air

<p>The first-time film director took a quick break from a busy opening week to talk about the movie with <em>St. Louis on the Air</em> producer Evie Hemphill. Finley also discussed what he remembers most about growing up in St. Louis and where he’s headed next as a storyteller.</p>

<p>Host Don Marsh talked with guests in advance of a panel discussion Thursday night at the Donald Danforth Plant Science Center called, "The Future of Food in a Wealthier, Warmer World."</p>

<p><em>David Miller is a professor at the University of Pittsburgh and the organizing force behind CONNECT, an alliance of Pittsburgh and 40 surrounding municipalities. He talked with St. Louis on the Air host Don Marsh about how what matters isn't the number of governments within a given region, but how they work together.</em></p>

<p>Host Don Marsh talked with three singers in Winter Opera St. Louis' final production of the season, "L’Elisir d’Amore."</p>

<p><em>Paul Artspace’s Mike Behle and David Johnson, both artists in their own right, share a passion for providing other creative people with opportunities that will help them succeed in their endeavors. They joined St. Louis on the Air producer Evie Hemphill to talk about a new international partnership, the gift of time and space, pickles and more.</em></p>

<p>Host Don Marsh talked with former NPR CEO Ken Stern about his book "Republican Like Me: How I Left the Liberal Bubble and Learned to Love the Right."</p>

<p><a href= "http://news.stlpublicradio.org/post/chimp-attack-survivor-helps-others-overcome-severe-physical-trauma" data-mce-="" data-cke-saved-href= "http://news.stlpublicradio.org/post/chimp-attack-survivor-helps-others-overcome-severe-physical-trauma"> <span data-scaytid="2" data-scayt_word= "Oberle">Oberle</span> recounted his survival of a near-fatal attack</a> by chimpanzees, along with his experience along the road to recovery, during a <a href= "http://www.stlpublicradio.org/events/storycollider/index.php" data-mce-="" data-cke-saved-href= "http://www.stlpublicradio.org/events/storycollider/index.php">Story Collider</a> event this past fall. The piece also aired on Monday’s <em>St. Louis on the Air</em>.</p>

<p>Are we as happy as we appear to be on social media? On Monday’s <em>St. Louis on the Air</em>, host Don Marsh explored that question and others in conversation with Tim Bono, a faculty member at Washington University. The psychologist’s new book “<a href= "https://www.amazon.com/When-Likes-Arent-Enough-Happiness-ebook/dp/B075JCP7BS">When Likes Aren’t Enough: A Crash Course in the Science of Happiness</a>” draws on scores of happiness-related studies conducted with college students and other adults throughout the world.</p>

<p>In his 25 years as a terrestrial and underwater archaeologist, Chris Begley has explored everything from prehistoric caves in Missouri to the legend of a lost civilization in Honduras. Along the way, he’s earned not just a Ph.D. but a reputation as “a real-life Indiana Jones. But on Friday, he downplayed the more daring aspects of his own adventures during a conversation with <em>St. Louis on the Air</em> host Don Marsh.</p>

<p>The first question that <em>St. Louis on the Air</em>’s Don Marsh asked the Sauce Magazine team during Friday’s Hit List segment had to do with the word “cidery.”</p>

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

<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>

<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>

<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>

<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>

<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>

<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>

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

<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>

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

<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>

<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>

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

<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>

<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>

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

<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>

<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>

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

<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>

<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>

<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>

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

<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>

<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>

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

<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>

<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>

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

<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>

<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>

<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>

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

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

<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>

<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>

<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>

<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>

<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>

<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>