Saint Louis In Tune

From its inception in 1976, Opera Theatre of Saint Louis has been a world-class opera festival that highlights commissioned works, well-known works, and nurtures young singers through the Gerdine Young Artists program . OPERA ON THE GO! has thrived during the pandemic and Allison Felter, Director of Education and Community Engagement discusses the program and gives some highlights of the upcoming...

We all think sunshine or transparency in government is a very good thing. After you listen to this episode, you may not think it is. Why did the founders do things in secret? What does Article I, Section V of the Constitution have to do with secrecy? How do amendments end up being weaponized? James D'Angelo , from the Congressional Research Institute , gives us stunning insight into the beloved co...

We were honored to have Dr. Delene Musielak (aka Dr. Mom from the Dr. Mom podcast) on recently. Dee is a mother, wife, physician, bestselling author, speaker, coach, and momtrepreneur who has a down to earth outlook on life, family, work, and the issues that go along with all of those. She has a regular podcast entitled The Dr. Mom Show and came into the studio so we all masked up for our intervie...

Michael D. Francis has spent time perfecting his craft in Chicago and Los Angeles working with networks such as A&E, MTV, CBS, NBC, BET, TLC, Lifetime, PBS, ESPN, and shows including Judge Judy, Let's Make A Deal, America's Got Talent, Survivor, The Biggest Loser, Monday Night Football, Nellyville, and more. He has moved his production company, Michael D. Francis Presents , to St. Louis and is...

Dr. Ray Doswell, Vice President of Curatorial Services at the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum in Kansas City, gives some keen insight into how the leagues came about, the importance of the leagues, and how the museum is showcasing the players who loved the game. You have to experience the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum on their website and social media and most of all in person![01:21] Opening[02:16]...

When it comes to moving, no one likes to pack, go through things, organize them for the new location, and most of all get cardboard boxes of all shapes and sizes to accomplish the goal. STOP! Use STL Rent A Box ! They provide the stackable/waterproof/eco friendly boxes, dolly, labels, and zip ties. They even pick them up and deliver them to your new location! Don't like to pack? Use The Organized...

When you hear post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) what comes to mind? War, soldiers, traumatic experiences, despair? How about HOPE and RECOVERY? Dr. Lauren Albinson, Dr. Megan Keyes, and Dr. Julie Mastnak provide hope for individuals with PTSD with solid treatments to improve quality of life. [00:37] Guest Intros[01:45] Evidenced-Based Treatment Definition[02:30] Brief History of PTSD[04:07] St...

Tisharua Jones started her career as a public servant in 2002 when she was appointed as Democratic Committeewoman of the 8th Ward in the City of St. Louis. She served two terms in the Missouri House of Representatives, and was selected as the first African American woman in Missouri history to hold the position of Assistant Minority Floor Leader. She also is the first African American woman to ser...

Dr. Martin Bergee from the University of Kansas initially believed that when you accounted for all of the demographic variables, the relationship between music and reading and math would be nonexistent. He was surprised when he found out he was wrong and music achievement does have a statistically significant relationship with both reading and math acheivement. The study is entitled, “Multilevel M...

James Meredith has stood up to fear, hatred, and white supremacy his entire life. While growing up in Mississippi, he faced challenges head on which would begin to change that state and the nation. These challenges (being the first black student at the University of Mississippi, his March Against Fear in which he was shot), provided a platform to encourage Mississippians to stand up against oppres...

Educators across the country have struggled with what is the best way to approach learning during the pandemic. Covid-19 has brought about daily discussions about virtual learning, hybrid learning, remote learning, blended learning, etc. What is working and what isn't working depends on many factors including resources (access/reliability of technology, personnel). Have we lost our social connecti...

Dr. Tammy Stephens-Frame from eClass4learning discusses the research and support for blended learning and how it benefits a variety of learners including, English Language Learners (ELL), those with IEP's, and learners who are shy about speaking during class. Blended learning has some history but is not without associated myths. An interesting discussion for what could be a new norm for post-pande...

Derek Bastian brings his love for people and his experience to the position of interim executive director of the Webster-Rock Hill Ministries. His work in ministry has been in a variety of settings and locations and he is happy to be a part of WRH Ministries and helping the community. http://wrhm.org/ See the timestamps below.[01:16] Bio[04:18] Background[14:45] Past ministry work[25:38] Connectio...

Question: What crosses five state lines, cuts across the Mississippi River in three places, and the Ohio River in two places? Answer: The New Madrid fault. In 1811/1812 three main shocks estimated at magnitudes 7.7, 7.5, and 7.7 were felt as far away as the Gulf Coast, East Coast, and Quebec. The quakes were felt over an area of approximately 1,900,000 square miles with the strongest shaking being...

Six13 is a six-man a cappella vocal band that is bringing an unprecedented style and energy to Jewish music. Bass vocalist and native St. Louisian Lior Melnick gives us his view of the group, their music, a cappella singing, and his musical involvement. https://www.six13.com/ https://www.facebook.com/Six13Sings https://www.youtube.com/c/Six13Sings/featured

On a dark rain slick road, a car driving the wrong way met two motorcycles and changed the life and vocation of Chris Lee. What do you do when you cannot function in the profession you had trained in and worked for years? How do look beyond hardship of being in the hospital for one year to see a better future and the lessons of life. You need to listen to this episode to find out how Chris Lee has...

A, B, C, D, F, G, K, L, M and N. What do they mean, why so many letters, why so confusing? Dan Mangus, Vice President of Sales at Senior Marketing Specialists explains the details of Medicare letters, Original Medicare, Supplemental Insurance or Medi-gap, and Medicare Advantage. Senior Marketing Specialists is a field marketing organization which helps and equips independent agents in the Senior I...

Campaign donations, special interests, PAC, Super Pacs; money, money, and more money that is spent on political campaigns. This year is the mother of all records though. Brendan Quinn from the Center for Responsive Politics (opensecrets.org) gives us some insight into the deluge of campaign money and helps to answer the question - does money really buy an election? https://www.opensecrets.org/ htt...

There are some great events scheduled at the National Museum of Transportation this holiday season. Learn about what they are and when they will be held. But first, more about the museum and their collection with Jessica Hood, Community Outreach & Visitor Experience Manager for TNMOT. https://tnmot.org/ https://tnmot.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/TNMOT-Seasonal-Holiday-Flyer.pdf https://www.f...

Calling all talent from the St. Louis area! The 11th Annual St. Louis Teen Talent Competition is taking registrations from students enrolled in grades 9, 10, 11 or 12 during the 2020-2021 academic year. Erica Rogers, Marketing and Outreach Manager for the Fox Performing Arts Charitable Foundation encourages musicians, dancers, magicians, or more to register. Check out the information needed to aud...

The Hill is an enduring neighborhood in the St. Louis area and has maintained its identity since the late 19th century. Generations of residents have continued to live, worship, work, and entertain together forming a unique bond which is celebrated by the St. Louis region. https://www.hillstl.org/ https://www.reedypress.com/ https://www.stlouis-mo.gov/live-work/community/neighborhoods/the-hill/ind...

What was once a hobby in a Milwaukee condo quickly turned into the National Bobblehead Hall of Fame and Museum. How did it happen? What is the history of Bobbleheads and which are the rarest Bobbleheads? Find out and more with Co-Founder and CEO Phil Sklar. https://www.bobbleheadhall.com/ https://www.facebook.com/bobbleheadhall

What happens when a professional advertising agency and real world experience meet high school students who have been learning from their teacher about marketing? Relevance, mentorship, validation, and fun. https://moosylvania.com/ https://www.facebook.com/moosylvania https://sites.google.com/site/buntonbdeca/ https://sites.google.com/site/kpsofb/

The 42nd Annual St. Louis Jewish Book Festival is virtual this year! Jim Bogart, co-chair of the festival describes the many wonderful participating authors. Festival author Jill Wine-Banks discusses her book, The Watergate Girl: My Fight for Truth and Justice Against a Criminal President. She was one of the three Assistant Watergate Special Prosecutors, and the only woman, in the obstruction of j...

The award winning Tennessee Williams Festival St. Louis overcomes the Covid dilemma of live performance in a creative way. Carrie Houk, executive artistic director and actress Elizabeth Teeter provide a look into the 2020 Festival and what you can expect.https://www.twstl.org/https://www.facebook.com/TWFestSTL/https://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Elizabeth-Teeter/