The STL Bucket List Show

Jayvn Solomon is a St. Louis based artist, designer and brainchild behind the concept ‘Loutopia’. LouTopia, an art experience that envisions a more creative, sustainable, & mindful version of St. Louis.  You may have seen Jayvn’s recent mural projects all around town. In this episode Lucas & Marissa chat with Jayvn about his creative process, mindset, favorite projects, and more.  Support...

Maxine leads with heart in every business adventure. She encourages the curious mind and welcomes the opportunity for growth. With a passion for education and philanthropy work, she uses her success to reform neighborhoods, businesses and support underserved communities. Clark has accomplishments such as Chief executive Bear, KIPP Inspire Academy, Blueprint4, The Fox-Clark Foundation, and The Delm...

Akeem Shannon embodies the definition of not “sticking” to the safe route. Growing up in the St. Louis area, Akeem headed off to college with big plans to make his family proud. Quickly into his college career, Akeem found himself struggling to make the grades and eventually landed on the academic probation list. He was embarrassed to tell his family and tried to hide the fact that he was flunking...

Co-Owner: Yellowbelly, Retreat Gastropub, and Lazy Tiger Tim is more than a bartender or mixologist. He’s a restaurant owner (3 actually), father, husband, and caring leader. We originally met Tim a few years ago at one of his restaurants, we immediately saw his deep passion and desire to provide an unforgettable dining experience, every time. Tim has navigated his businesses through covid while r...

Julie from Alpaca Picnic embodies everything it takes to make a serious pivot during the pandemic. Julie worked in entertainment previously and was even a flight attendant for the St. Louis, traveling to all the team games.  In November 2020 after cancelling event planning gigs, Julie moved back home to start her new venture planning luxury picnic pop-ups around the St. Louis area. With the help o...

Mike & Meredith Shadwick, owners of Honey Bee’s Biscuits + Good Eats join us on The STL Bucket List Show. Mike & Meredith's relationship originated from the dating app Bumble, hints their name ‘Honey Bee’. What started during the pandemic, Honey Bee has become a Farmers’ Market sensation turned brick and mortar. Their mission is simple, BEE Kind. In this episode, we chat with Mike &am...

Morgan & Donnah, founders of Date Ideas & Things To Do have had quite the journey together. From being born in the same hospital, on the exact day and reconnecting while planning their 10 year high school reunion.  Now engaged, the couple's love story has blossomed into a successful company. Date Ideas & Things To Do is a media/community platform that’s mission is to provide date...

Mac Curran, Creative Marketing Director at LSL Management (Kind Goods) has a story to tell. In his life, Mac has battled through depression, anxiety, and severe drug addiction. In this episode, we speak on overcoming adversity, his new career, St. Louis, and more. Support the show 🎙 New episodes drop every Wednesday. 🔔 SUBSCRIBE FOR NEW EPISODES EVERY WEEK 🔔 🎧 LISTEN ON: Apple Podcasts ▶ https:...

The Regional Arts Commission of St. Louis envisions a region where every resident has the freedom, resources, and opportunities to enjoy a creative life – to share and celebrate their stories, art, and culture and feel a sense of belonging wherever they live, work, or play. In this more equitable world, every culture is valued, supported and enabled to grow and thrive. A person’s well-being and su...

Braden aka BradENSTL is a Digital Content Creator that is "changing the way people see St. Louis, one bite at a time." He created his platform in April 2020 to help the local businesses of St. Louis throughout the pandemic, while showcasing everyday life in St. Louis. He uses food, music, and laughter to inspire people to "vacation in their own city."  He has changed the way pe...

Dante aka Original Dante embodies everything St. Louis into his brand on social media and YouTube. When it comes to highlighting our great city, you can find Dante documenting his way through the events that make St. Louis special.  Follow Dante: @originaldante Subscribe: https://goo.gl/z8JHQv Support the show 🎙 New episodes drop every Wednesday. 🔔 SUBSCRIBE FOR NEW EPISODES EVERY WEEK 🔔 🎧 LIST...

Mikala has had quite the accomplished career from athletics, multi-media, and now her journey to become Miss USA. Mikala recently left Fox 2 as a reporter to chase the crown as Miss Missouri, and she won! Her life has been full of accolades including Suburban North Conference Player of the Year, Suburban North Athlete of the Year, St. Louis Cardinals Athlete of the Year, Larry Hughes Athlete of th...

Tamara Keefe, CEO and self-proclaimed ‘Flavor Temptress’ of St. Louis based Clementine’s Naughty & Nice Creamery®, has always had a deep passion for not only ice cream itself, but also what ice cream represents, especially in the context of her own life. Her journey from a girl born into a poor family, growing up on the beaches of southern California to self-made ice cream entrepreneur is anim...

Kevin Lemp is the President and CEO of 4 Hands Brewing Co., 1220 Artisan Spirits and Withered Oak. Kevin began his career in the beverage industry with Gallo Wines in the early 2000s before going on to  start three of Missouri’s most successful craft beverage brands. Now the owner of 4 Hands Brewing Co. (est. 2011), 1220 Artisan Spirits (est. 2018), and the recently launched aged spirits line With...

Mai Lee, a first generation American was introduced to music during her childhood by her parents and siblings. She received an early music education by attending a performing arts school right here in St. Louis.  Growing up, she experienced trouble fitting in. While other kids were out at the mall, she was working inside her family’s restaurant - Mai Lee, which was the first Vietnamese restaurant...

Mike Romer is a street photographer in St. Louis. Born and raised in St. Louis, he enjoys photographing things that are important. Whether it’s taking photos of people in passing or documenting weddings, current events happening within St. Louis. Support the show 🎙 New episodes drop every Wednesday. 🔔 SUBSCRIBE FOR NEW EPISODES EVERY WEEK 🔔 🎧 LISTEN ON: Apple Podcasts ▶ https://apple.co/36ycuuO...

Sisters, Amanda Helman and Susan Logsdon, are the co-founders of Golden Gems, a badass brand and storefront located in St. Louis, MO. The sisters grew up on Golden Gem Road in Apopka, Florida among the orange groves.  While bringing a bit of Florida to the Midwest, the Golden Gems ladies make products that inspire and empower. Their products have been seen all over the world, most recently being f...

At 20 years old, Juwan Rice is an award winning chef, content creator, food photographer, personal brand curator, technology engineer and just an overall creative.  JR has been in the kitchen since he was 6 years old. His passion and creativity led him to launch JR’s gourmet in 2014, later starting his photography business and most recently launching JRice Spice which is a creative spice company t...

Jeff & Mary Clarke have had a global presence discovering, developing, and managing top models, through their company, Mother Management for over two decades. They are active mother agents supporting and nurturing models throughout their entire career. Their unique approach to the modeling industry has gained international media attention in The Wall Street Journal, Good Morning America, E! Sc...

Jason Bockman is the owner of Strange Donuts, a popular donut shop in the St. Louis area. Jason’s story is extremely inspiring, from facing 20 years in prison as a teenager, studying abroad in China, owning a hot dog stand in St. Louis, leading up to what he is today.  Bockman spent his youth growing up in group homes surrounded by guns, drugs, and violence.  Jason claims his humble beginnings mak...

Joe Edwards is one of St. Louis’ most influential visionaries of the last 50 years. Joe’s creative vision, risk-taking, and leadership have helped transform The Delmar Loop into one of the most vibrant restaurant, shopping, arts & entertainment districts in the United States. Nationally renowned restaurant and music club Blueberry Hill was the first of a new era of unique owner-operated busine...

For 10 years, SK8 Liborius has been a sanctuary for skateboarders, BMX riders, quad skaters, artists & musicians. Born out of a historic cathedral, St. Liborius was the oldest Neo Gothic Cathedral west of the Mississippi River. Since the transformation 10 years ago, SK8 Liborius has since launched their non-profit Liborius Urban Arts Center, LUAS (501c3) which will be an educational center des...

Jillian is the founder and CEO of Fit Flavors, the largest meal prep service in the Greater St. Louis area. Jillian has been in the fitness, culinary and nutrition industry for nearly 20 years. In this episode we spoke on Jillian’s upbringing, family, fitness and the release of her book ‘Owning The Wait’ which is available for pre-order now!  Many sell promises of a ‘quick fix’ but the truth is th...

The Macc Boyz have been flipping homes in St. Louis since 2013. Willie, a comedian that resides in Los Angeles and Jonathan, a contractor and realtor here in St. Louis. Willie has been gaining success doing shows and commercials in LA & Jon asked him what he’s doing to invest that extra income, eventually convincing him to invest in real estate here in St. Louis.  Growing up, Jon & Willies...

Brian embodies the ideas and images of heart and soul wholeheartedly in his music and life. Brian is passionate about investing in Ferguson and empowering young men and women to mold them into inspiration leaders in their communities.  Exclusive Live Performance from Brian Owens on an upcoming project later this year.  Support the show 🎙 New episodes drop every Wednesday. 🔔 SUBSCRIBE FOR NEW EPIS...