The Rachel Zimmerman Show

Kelly Jackson from KSDK joins Rachel this week to talk about her incredible career, her animal advocacy, and what it is about St. Louis that makes her love living here! This is the final "new" show of 2025 - thank you so much for listening! Happy holidays!

When you're shopping this holiday season, make it a priority to shop local as much as possible! It's great for our economy in the St. Louis area, and Glenn McDonald (John M. Olin Distinguished Professor of Economics and Strategy) from Washington University explains why. Plus, BradenSTL fills us in on some local holiday pop ups that give back to the community!

Jen Hatton from Saint Louis Public Library explains why everyone needs a library card! In this episode, Jen and Rachel discuss a ton of services you may not know are available at your local library.

This week, Rachel talks to Trish Holmes, Executive Director of Independence Center. Independence Center helps people with mental health issues, provides them with resources, and helps them find purpose. Trish explains the Clubhouse model of rehabilitation and why everyone deserves to be treated with kindness and respect. Find out more at independencecenter.org

This week, Rachel talks to Team St. Louis Board President Justin Mincher! Team St. Louis is an LGBTQIA+ sports organization that fosters inclusivity and fellowship in the St. Louis area. Listen to Rachel's conversation with Justin to hear about the community they've built and what's next in the plans for Team St. Louis!

Melissa Weissler is the Chief Program Officer at Operation Food Search. OFS is facing intense demand as SNAP benefits are set to expire on November 1st. In this episode, Melissa breaks down what OFS does to serve the community, and highlights how you might be closer to food insecurity than you'd ever think. Please consider making a donation at operationfoodsearch.org to donating to another area fo...

Rodney Boyd is an attorney, lobbyist, political insider, and co-founder of Nexus Group - he's been working in politics and the law for 25 years. Rodney shared his journey to where he is now and weighed in on Missouri politics on this week's episode!

Ward 2 Alderman Tom Oldenburg joins Rachel this week to talk about what people actually want from their local government!

St. Louis Mayor Cara Spencer joins Rachel this week to talk tornado recovery, the biggest changes she's experienced since becoming mayor, doing the right thing even if it means taking a political hit, and what she's excited about when it comes to the future of St. Louis.

This week, we're celebrating two years of The Rachel Zimmerman Show on KMOX! Let's look back at some of the interviews from year two of the program - focusing on local government! Follow the show on Instagram - @rachelzimmermanshow and on twitter - @rachelzstl

KSDK reporter Justina Coronel joins the show this week! Justina is the new president of the St. Louis chapter of the National Association of Hispanic Journalists! We discuss her new role along with what she loves about journalism and living in St. Louis.

This week, Rachel talks to Todd Hotaling from Union Station - Union Station has some new rides and attractions to check out this fall, and Todd shares about the rebuilding process they've gone through to bring new life to that area of Downtown St. Louis. Plus, cancer survivor and Executive Director of St. Louis Ovarian Cancer Awareness Susan Robben joins Rachel to spread awareness about Ovarian Ca...

St. Louis Circuit Attorney Gabe Gore joins Rachel this week. Gabe is not afraid of a challenge, and that is clear throughout the conversation. What challenges has he faced so far in this role, and what's to come for the Circuit Attorney's office in St. Louis? Listen to the interview to find out.

St. Louis Alderwoman Anne Schweitzer joins the show this week! Anne represents Ward 1 and is a lifelong St. Louisan. She and Rachel discuss what it's like behind the scenes at the BOA, abandoned buildings and the problems they present in the city (and what we can do about them), and much more.

Missouri State Representative Ian Mackey from the 99th District joins Rachel this week to talk about his time in the MO House, his focus on education reform, what's next after his term ends, and much more!

STL County Prosecutor Melissa Price Smith joins Rachel this week to talk about her journey to this position, the important work being done in her office, and how the St. Louis region is progressing.

Alderman Rasheen Aldridge represents the 14th Ward in the city of St. Louis! He tells Rachel about his experience dealing with the tornado aftermath in STL, what brought him into politics, and reaching across the aisle.

This episode, Rachel chats with Maria Cassilly from the City Museum about their newest exhibit, Labyrinth! Plus, Jennie and Joe from Beignet All Day share their story of opening their shop in Webster Groves!

The Muny's Executive Producer and Artistic Director Mike Isaacson joins the show to talk about what the Muny means to the St. Louis community.

This episode we focus on Gun Violence Prevention month with Jessica Meyers from the St. Louis Area Violence Prevention Center. Then, photographer/artist Bailey Rodgers previews her new exhibit "How Many Daughters/How Many Sons".

St. Louis Alderman Michael Browning from Ward 09 joins Rachel to talk about the aftermath of the May 16th tornado, traffic safety in STL, lowering filing fees to run for office, and more.

Alexis Zotos joins Rachel to talk about her departure from KMOV, balancing work with being a busy mom, and what's next for her in her hometown of St. Louis! Also - KMOX is teaming up with The Red Cross to help support those who have been impacted by the devastating storms in St. Louis. Your donation is kept LOCAL if you donate at kmox.com/redcross - thank you!

Gabriela Ramirez Arellano and Ashley Nordman join Rachel to talk about their new show, Women Rising St. Louis! Then, Tim Meers from Celebrate St. Louis gives us a preview of what to expect for this year's July 4th celebrations!

Alex Rich from Y98 and Jews in the Lou joins the show this week!

St. Louis media legend Mike Bush from KSDK joins Rachel this week to discuss his long career and what he's most proud of.