Saint Louis In Tune

In this compelling discussion, Sandy Cummings , acclaimed journalist, and Charity Woodrum , aspiring astrophysicist, share the process of creating a documentary about Woodrum's life, Space, Hope, and Charity: The Remarkable Journey of Charity Woodrum . The film follows Woodrum's journey from growing up in poverty in rural Oregon to pursuing her dreams of studying astrophysics, surviving personal t...

Marlene Trestman provides a deep insight into the history of the Jewish Orphan's Home of New Orleans and the lives of those who grew up there. As a former client of the Jewish Children's Regional Service, Marlene discusses her personal journey from being orphaned at a young age to becoming a successful academic and legal professional. Her new book Most Fortunate Unfortunates: The Jewish Orphans' H...

Nina Ferrigno , one of the founders of The Missouri Chamber Music Festival (MOCM) talks about the upcoming season ( Season 14 in 2024) and Trivia Night on November 10 entitled “Game Changers” which will feature categories inspired by some favorite board games! Tickets are $25 per person or $200 for a table of eight. Bring your own refreshments; bottled water is provided. Click this link to secure...

[00:55] Award-winning Television and Radio Personality Monica Adams is teaming up with Trattoria Marcella , Clayton Winehouse , and Yuppy Puppy Pet Spa - Yuppy Puppy Forever Rescue to host the first annual " An Evening with the Real Monica Adams " to benefit rescue animals. The event will take place November 4 from 6-8p at Clayton Winehouse, 7911 Clayton Road Clayton, MO 63117. Food from Award Win...

Lea Rachel comes from a literary background, with published authors on both sides of her family tree. She has been writing short stories since the time she was a little girl. Her first novel The Other Shakespeare earned an honorable mention in The Wishing Shelf Book Awards. Lea’s most recently published book, Seeking Forgiveness , tells the story of interracial adoption from the standpoint of a wh...

Director Rebekah Scallet and actor Bryn McLaughlin joined St. Louis In Tune to discuss the upcoming play, The Immigrant . Based on the true story of Haskell Harelik, the playwright Mark Harelik’s grandfather, who came to America in 1909 - it focuses on his grandmother’s family photo album which documented his grandparents and father’s lives growing up as a Jewish family in the tiny town of Hamilto...

In this podcast episode, Megan Felt , the program director at the Lowell Milken Center for Unsung Heroes , shares her involvement with the Irena Sendler project and the mission of the center. Megan discusses her personal connection to the project and how she and her classmates discovered the story of Irena Sendler , who saved over 2,500 Jewish children during the Holocaust. She talks about their r...

This show highlights indie singer-songwriter Devon Cahill and her upcoming appearance with Norbert Leo Butz . Devon was a guest in the studio and discussed her upcoming special guest performance on September 29 at The Sheldon. Norbert Leo Butz is headlining the show and will be releasing his new album Special Notes from Home. Devon talked about her Indie folk song soul style singing and ukelele pl...

Kirk Sharp, the Executive Director of the Gordon Parks Museum , discusses his background and involvement with the museum. He shares becoming the Executive Director and highlights the importance of continuous learning and growth. The conversation then shifts to the impact of Gordon Parks on the community, focusing on his approach to photography and his use of the camera as a weapon against poverty,...

150 years ago, Susan Blow opened the first public kindergarten in the United States at the Des Peres School in the Carondelet area of St. Louis. Author and historian NiNi Harris and Esley Hamilton, architectural historian and retired preservation historian for Saint Louis County Parks & Recreation discussed their upcoming talk on Susan Blow, the first kindergarten, and the historic Des Peres S...

In this podcast episode, Arnold Stricker and Mark Langston interview Jordan Gonzales, the owner and founder of Big Fitness . They discuss the importance of staying healthy and cover various topics related to fitness and personal growth. Jordan emphasizes the significance of clarity, discipline, and focus in achieving goals. He shares practical tips for setting specific goals, staying consistent, a...

Director Tim Ocel highlights his vision for Suddenly Last Summer , the upcoming production at the Tennessee Williams Festival St. Louis (TWSTL) as well as his approach to directing theatre and opera. The Tickets are available at MetroTix . Since 2016, the Festival has attracted thousands to its readings, panel discussions, concerts, exhibitions, and productions, has reached hundreds of young peopl...

Mark your calendar for August 26–27, 2023 at Tower Grove Park in St. Louis, Missouri for a celebration of music, flavors, art, and culture from around the world at the annual Festival of Nations .Arrey Obenson, President and CEO of the International Institute of St. Louis (IISTL) discusses the Festival of Nations and how the IISTL has played a prominent role in assisting refugees and immigrants in...

Jeff Faulkner from Mr. Blue Sky was back in the studio to discuss the upcoming concert at Chesterfield Amphitheater on September 8 and how the fan base is growing by leaps and bounds. Mr. Blue Sky was voted the best cover band in 2023 in St. Louis magazine's A-list. Tickets may be purchased at Eventbrite . We also discuss what makes up a successful tribute band. Later, we go through cover songs th...

Charles Fuszner, DMD has been a dentist for over 40 years and was a professor at Washington University-Saint Louis dental school and currently is associate professor of comprehensive care at A.T. Still University dental school. He provided some valuable information on dental health applicable to anyone at any age. Key points are listed below. Take care of your teeth![00:00] Introduction[01:52] Ret...

Writer and director Chris Lawing discusses Penetentia ; the film dedicated to the memory of what his father fought for as an attorney. Penetentia is about a young associate lawyer who lands a job at a prestigious law firm, but as a former convict, acquitted felon, and at the top of his class he is challenged as he attempts to forge a new identity. The challenge comes when he takes a pro bono case...

Founded in 1981, Operation Food Search (OFS) is a hunger relief organization that provides free food, nutrition education, and innovative programs proven to reduce food insecurity. With a strategic focus aimed at ending childhood hunger, OFS empowers families and increases access to healthy and affordable food. The agency provides food and services to 200,000 individuals on a monthly basis – one-t...

Forest Park Forever (FPF) is a private nonprofit conservancy that partners with the City of St. Louis to restore, maintain and sustain Forest Park to ensure that Forest Park is beautiful and welcoming — now and forever. FPF is supported by generous members, donors, and volunteers. Dominik Jansky, Director of Communications & Marketing for Forest Park Forever discusses some history of the park...

What happens when a mural has support to be painted, gets done in record time, gets defaced by white supremacists , and then is painted over by the organization that supported it? De'Joneiro Jones describes the mural, the artists who helped complete it prior to the pandemic on the campus of Washington University in St. Louis, and the barriers for black artists in the aftermath of the defaced mural...

General Manager JP Roberts and Executive Chef Matt Daughaday of the 21c Museum Hotels describe the award-winning boutique hotel, contemporary art museum, and restaurants ( Idol Wolf and Good Press ) coming to downtown St. Louis in the restored YMCA building located at 1528 Locust Street. Art can be discovered around every corner and this 21c Museum Hotel has a unique style you will want to experie...

Carlos Suarez, Community Support Manager at the International Institute of St. Louis (IISTL) joined us to discuss his role in helping immigrants get settled in the St. Louis area and the importance of donations to assist in making their settlement possible. In addition, information on Welcome Corps and the World Refugee Day Celebration was discussed. The International Institute of St. Louis has mo...

Gloria: A Life embodies Steinem’s philosophy that conversation is a catalyst for change as it celebrates one of the most inspiring women of our time. Lizi Watt , one of the actors discusses the production and the difference between the two acts of the play. Lizi Watt is a native of St. Louis and is the Managing Director of Tennessee Williams as well as a freelance performer, director, and educator...

When you think of a community what do you see? Need a community event to kick off your family's Juneteenth Celebration? The Pre-Juneteenth Celebration 2023 in the East Delmar Loop will be an active community gathering celebrating Juneteenth with music, food, art, health assistance, and just an old fashion sit down and talk. The date is Saturday, June 10 from Noon to 6 PM at Delmar & Hamilton (...

Nina Ferrigno , co-founder and Executive Director of the Missouri Chamber Music Festival (MOCM) and Pianist discusses the upcoming 13th season . MOCM annually brings in nationally recognized artists to perform a series of chamber music concerts. MOCM's mission is to bring the fine art of small ensemble playing to a broad audience through dynamic and accessible performances of the highest quality....

Dave Lange 's second edition of Soccer Made in St. Louis: A History of the Game in America's First Soccer City chronicles the successful drive to bring a Major League Soccer franchise to St. Louis ( St. Louis City SC ) while chronicling the early history of St. Louis soccer that’s come to light in the past decade. Sourced from more than a hundred sources and interviews with 122 present and former...