Best Veteran Artist Program Podcasts (2025)

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Recent St. Louis restaurant openings and closings — plus, the scene's best dumplings 25:16

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The August edition of our new restaurant round-up covers spots in St. Louis, the Metro East, and Rolla: places that serve curries of the Indian, Himalayan, and Thai varieties; Instagram-worthy sandwiches; street-style Peruvian kebabs; and Palestinian beef and lamb burgers. The discussion includes local recommendations for delicious dumplings, and a…

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Tens of millions of birds will migrate through the St. Louis region now through October 25:19

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St. Louis is the sixth most dangerous city in the U.S. for fall migratory birds. Many species of birds are drawn to the light of the region’s urban areas, where their chances of colliding with a building increase. Longtime birder Matt Schamberger and St. Louis Audubon Society conservationist Matt Barton discuss ways to support migratory birds along…

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EP 444: Bluesman Christopher Wyze & the Tellers Talk New Live Album and more! 45:29

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My guest today is Christopher Wyze of Christopher Wyze & the Tellers blues band. Earlier this year they won the coveted RMR Top 40 Blues Album of the Year. And with that prize, Christopher Wyze & the Tellers became one of just three debut artists, along with Sonny Gullage and Jovin Webb, to crack RMR’s Top 40 – out of the top 200 albums they ranked…

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Let's Go Africa 37:20

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Ask Adriane Join Adriane as she delves into the wonders of Africa with Claire Minchin and Keith Johnston, the founders of Vumbua Africa, the very first Ageless Tourism Recognition Winners. Discover personalized and accessible travel experiences that cater to older travelers and multi-ability families. Explore diverse destinations like South Africa,…

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How Rosemary Woodruff Leary left St. Louis and became ‘The Acid Queen’ 49:50

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Rosemary Woodruff Leary, a St. Louis native, was best known during her life as the wife of Harvard psychologist and LSD evangelist Timothy Leary. But a new book highlights Rosemary’s unsung role in that movement. Author Susannah Cahalan’s “The Acid Queen: The Psychedelic Life and Counterculture Rebellion of Rosemary Woodruff Leary," uses diaries an…

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Missouri House committee votes to make it harder to pass some ballot issues 22:01

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Missouri Gov. Mike Kehoe isn’t just calling lawmakers back to Jefferson City to redraw the state’s congressional lines. He’s also urging lawmakers to make monumental changes to Missouri’s initiative petition system. Kehoe’s proposal would drastically raise the bar for some proposed constitutional amendments to be enacted. The idea has received stro…

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Trump-approved congressional redistricting gets Missouri House committee approval 29:14

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President Donald Trump and his staff have been pressuring Missouri Gov. Mike Kehoe and GOP lawmakers to engage in mid-decade redistricting ahead of next year’s elections. Missouri Republicans explicitly rejected a similar plan just three years ago, but Democrats expect those GOP lawmakers to change their mind. Democratic House Minority Leader Ashle…

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EP 443: Country Recording Artist Sammy Sadler Talks Newest Single and Tour 26:28

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country superstar Sammy Sadler. Who continues to honor the legacy of ’80s and ’90s country with the release of his latest single, “If I Had A Cheating Heart.” Originally a Top 10 hit for Mel Street in 1978, the song was later re-recorded by Ricky Lynn Gregg in 1993, reaching the Top 40. Written by Wayland Holyfield and Al Turney, “If I Had a Cheati…

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Missouri ranks high in primate ownership. Here’s why experts warn against it 26:52

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It’s estimated that up to 1,000 monkeys and apes are owned as pets in Missouri. Despite the challenges, and even dangers, of such ownership, pet primates are legal to own in the state. But most arrive in the U.S. through illegal smuggling operations. Animal advocates share the dark side of the exotic pet trade, why primates don’t make good pets, an…

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Local news veteran Art Holliday retires after 46 years at KSDK 27:32

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After 46 years at KSDK Channel 5, veteran sports and news journalist Art Holliday has retired. Holliday shares stories about his earliest days in sports reporting, memorable moments with fans of the morning show he co-anchored for 22 years and reflections on ways the positions he held at KSDK informed his time as the station’s first ever Black news…

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Inaugural Free 4 All showcase features 100 St. Louis music acts this weekend 22:42

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The inaugural Free 4 All showcase this weekend features 100 local music acts. Co-founder of Free 4 All Joe Hess joins “St. Louis on the Air” to share the motivations behind curating Free 4 All. He also shares the emerging and well-known artists on the showcase. Hess is joined by hip-hop artist and one of the Free 4 All performers Tamara Dodd, who p…

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Modern parenting is exhausting. This St. Louis mom aims to lighten the load 22:28

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St. Louis mom Amanda Hausmann knows what it feels like to be overwhelmed by the demands of a career and parenthood. It’s why she left her job as an attorney to create MomMoment. The app connects moms who need support tackling everyday household tasks with other parents who are looking for flexible income. Hausmann discusses the demands of modern pa…

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The Midwest's only cookbook store is in STL. It's just 6 feet wide 27:59

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A love of cookbooks inspired Sara Johnson and Stephanie McKinney to found Anchovy Book Co., a bite-sized, brick-and-mortar store on Cherokee Street that's just six feet wide. There are only about 20 cookbook-exclusive stores nationwide. Anchovy, which opened in November, is the first in the Midwest. We explore the store’s origin and the cookbooks t…

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Meet the First Safari Game Ranch to be Recognized for Ageless Tourism: Baobab Game Ranch, Namibia 27:40

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Ask Adriane On this episode of The Ageless Traveler I Safari in Namibia with Margaret Federich, the head of Baobab Game Ranch. Discover the unique offerings of this traditional safari experience, which caters to travelers of all ages. From game drives to birding safaris, learn about the diverse wildlife and sustainable practices that make this dest…

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The Magic of Autumn 3:37

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In this Episode we are featuring an AI story about Autumn. The Magic of Autumn tells the stale of Sammy the squirrel and his friends Bella and Ollie as they welcome in the changes in the forest at Autumn. Read by Myron Hieronymous Thomas.By Myron Hieronymous Thomas

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‘They Called Me a Sellout’ docuseries centers the importance of Black artists to rock music 21:28

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Rock music has its roots in Black culture and with his docuseries “They Called Me a Sellout: Being Black in the ‘White’ Rock & Roll Industry”, Chan Maurice Evans explores that history. The series features St. Louis legends like Bernie and Uvee Hayes, Steve Ewing, and rock icons like Ben Kenny of Incubus. The series centers Black artists in the rock…

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Mayor Spencer says turmoil at FEMA left St. Louis to respond to deadly tornado alone 29:22

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More than 100 days ago, an EF3 tornado ripped through St. Louis. In the weeks since, volunteers have stepped up, frustrations have grown over slow recovery efforts and many residents are still struggling. St. Louis Mayor Cara Spencer reflects on the past 15 weeks and shares what her administration is doing to help the city move forward.…

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What congressional redistricting could mean for Missouri and the St. Louis region 21:19

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GOP leaders across the country are rallying around redistricting efforts at the encouragement of President Donald Trump. Detractors say this move is an attempt to help President Trump avoid accountability and maintain a slim Republican majority. STLPR political correspondent Jason Rosenbaum talked with Representative Bob Onder of Missouri’s third c…

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Filmmakers put their skills to the test for the annual 48Hr Film Project 23:47

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For the past 24 years, filmmakers from across the world got together for the annual 48Hr Film Project in a race to make the best 5 to 7 minute short film. From amateurs just out for a good time to working professionals in search of a challenge, no one is excluded from the festivities. The event kicked off on August 22nd at Bad Dog Pictures and conc…

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For 2,000 days, a prisoner's pleas from solitary were ignored. Now Missouri is changing its policy 26:54

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On August 20, Missouri changed its policies around placing inmates with HIV in solitary confinement. The change stems from a lawsuit filed by Honesty Bishop: In 2015, after she was the target of an attempted sexual assault by her cellmate in a Missouri prison, prison officials deemed Bishop “sexually active” and kept her in isolation for more than …

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Nikki Glaser’s star power soars — but the comedian still calls St. Louis home 28:54

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St. Louis comedian Nikki Glaser’s star is on the rise. Her latest comedy special, “Someday You’ll Die,” broke an HBO streaming record, she earned rave reviews for roasting Tom Brady and she made history as the first woman to solo-host the Golden Globes. Glaser joins producer Emily Woodbury to talk about her skyrocketing career, being honored with h…

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Legal Roundtable: What Missouri could gain from its new AG Catherine Hanaway 49:41

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Missouri’s newly appointed Attorney General Catherine Hanaway is stepping into a complicated role that includes baggage of her three predecessors — Josh Hawley, Eric Schmitt, and Andrew Bailey — who each left for higher office before finishing a full term. On this episode of the Legal Roundtable, our panel of expert attorneys discusses whether Hana…

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How to Stop Fighting on Vacation: Couples, Grandparents and Families 39:48

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Ask Adriane Don’t let family dynamics ruin your vacation. On this week’s episode of The Ageless Traveler, we go where other travel shows fear to tread! Adriane reveals the stress points in her long marriage and the travel disappointments she encounters. Dr. Ford shows us how to be open and mindful and enjoy every minute of a couple’s and family vac…

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How two moms on St. Louis’ west side built friendship amid disaster 21:00

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One hundred days after an EF3 tornado tore through St. Louis, many residents are still living with boarded up homes, stalled insurance claims and frustration with getting government assistance. Central West End resident Ali Rand and Academy resident Monet Beatty each have damaged homes. They share how they forged an unexpected friendship in the aft…

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STLPR reporters trace the ripple effects of the May 16 tornado 30:11

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STLPR reporters Kavahn Mansouri and Hiba Ahmad join the show to share what they’ve learned while covering the aftermath of the May 16 tornado. They discuss recovery efforts, the ripple effects across education and economic development, and where the city still faces major challenges.

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How policymakers are grappling with AI and the challenges it brings 32:18

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Artificial intelligence is reshaping our world — from automating customer service to powering financial decisions — but it also raises urgent questions about ethics, policy, and the environment. Oliver Roberts, co-director of the WashU Law AI Collaborative, explains how policymakers are grappling with regulating AI. Then, STLPR senior environment r…

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Rep. Alford defends public broadcasting cuts, continues town halls despite rancor 18:28

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Congressman Mark Alford, R-Cass County, isn’t shying away from doing town hall meetings while Congress is in recess. He’s planning a four-day swing next week through the 4th Congressional District, which takes in portions of the Kansas City area and Mid-Missouri. On the Politically Speaking Hour on St. Louis on the Air, Alford talks about holding t…

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Harris-Stowe center aims to preserve Black history while growing new businesses 21:42

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The Center of Innovation and Entrepreneurship at Harris-Stowe State University provides mentorship and resources to support Black entrepreneurs in overcoming systemic barriers. We talk with Kristy Jackson, the center’s executive director, and Emilia Robertson, CEO of ShotsByEmilia and a 2022 program graduate, about how the center empowers innovator…