Essential news for the St. Louis region. Every weekday, in about 8 to 10 minutes, you can learn about the top stories of the day, while also hearing longer stories that bring context and humanity to the issues and ideas that affect life in the region. Music by Ryan McNeely of Adult Fur.
1248 Available Episodes (1248 Total)Average duration: 00:09:29
May 03, 2024
Friday, May 3 - Responses to "Transgender Center Concerns" tip line
00:09:25
Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey opened a tip line last year to get information about care of transgender people that could be considered abusive or illegal. St. Louis On The Air Producer Danny Wicentowski submitted a sunshine request for what was sent in during the first 48 hours it was open. He spoke with Elaine Cha about what he found: that most of the input was in favor of transgender care and critical of Bailey.
May 02, 2024
Thursday, May 2 - Expensive weight loss drugs for Illinois state employees
00:10:41
Illinois Governor JB Pritzker wants state employees to have access to medication to help them lose weight. But the price tag, and how it was passed, has lawmakers and taxpayers outraged. Dave McKinney has more on the plan to cover injectable weight-loss drugs like Ozempic on the tax-payer dime.
May 01, 2024
Wednesday, May 1 - Schwan's path forward
00:10:27
Since 1952, Schwan’s has gone door to door delivering frozen food. Its yellow trucks, ice cream treats and customer service won the company a dedicated customer base. But recently, Schwan’s changed its name and stopped deliveries in most states. Harvest Public Media’s Elizabeth Rembert explores the company’s legacy and future.
Apr 30, 2024
Tuesday, April 30 - Delcy Morelos on land and conflict in art
00:10:12
The work of Colombian artist Delcy Morelos makes connections between political bloodshed and degradation of the natural environment, particularly in places where conflict over the land has left a legacy of blood. St. Louis Public Radio’s Jeremy Goodwin reports on a rare solo exhibition of the artist’s work now on view at Pulitzer Arts Foundation.
Apr 29, 2024
Monday, April 24 - Combating syphilis in St. Louis
00:09:20
St. Louis has the highest rate of syphilis infections in the state. Cases of congenital syphilis among newborn babies are rising, too. St. Louis Public Radio’s Sarah Fentem speaks with Suzanne Alexander of the St. Louis Department of Health about how local officials hope to reduce the infection's spread.
Apr 26, 2024
Friday, April 26 - Abortion's impact on the Missouri ballot
00:09:00
If backers of an abortion rights initiative turn in enough signatures by May 5, Missourians could be voting to end the state’s ban on the procedure in November. While polling shows some GOP support for the measure, St. Louis Public Radio’s Jason Rosenbaum reports that it’s up for debate whether the ballot item hurts Republican electoral prospects.
Apr 25, 2024
Thursday, April 25, 2024 - The Downtown "Doom Loop"
00:09:09
An article published this month in a national publication put St. Louis in the spotlight—with a dark warning: beware the doom loop. It points to empty office buildings and shuttered restaurants, calling Downtown a “Real Estate Nightmare.” People are talking about it, but what's the conversation missing? Abby Llorico and Economic Development Reporter Eric Schmid discuss the response from the local business community.
Apr 24, 2024
Wednesday, April 24, 2024 - Leaving the White Evangelical Church
00:10:59
NPR National Political correspondent Sarah McCammon recently released "The Exvangelicals: Loving, Living, and Leaving the White Evangelical Church." It is part memoir and part exploration into the role Evangelicals play in politics. In a conversation with St. Louis Public Radio’s Jason Rosenbaum, McCammon first talked about how her book connected with a wide audience — including people who didn’t grow up Evangelical like her.
Apr 23, 2024
Tuesday, April 23, 2024 - Is going to college worth it?
00:08:51
A large number of Missourians and Illinoisans say college is still worth it. That’s according to a new report from the Strada Education Foundation. The State Opportunity Index calculates a positive return on investment score for each state.
Apr 22, 2024
Monday, April 22, 2024 - Biochar as a way to help the climate and crops
00:09:47
An ancient farming practice is getting a new life. Biochar is gaining traction as a regenerative agriculture practice that could help improve soil and sink carbon. Efforts are underway to introduce more farmers to biochar.
May 03 | 00:09:25
Friday, May 3 - Responses to "Transgender Center Concerns" tip line
May 02 | 00:10:41
Thursday, May 2 - Expensive weight loss drugs for Illinois state employees
May 01 | 00:10:27
Wednesday, May 1 - Schwan's path forward
Apr 30 | 00:10:12
Tuesday, April 30 - Delcy Morelos on land and conflict in art
Apr 29 | 00:09:20
Monday, April 24 - Combating syphilis in St. Louis
Apr 26 | 00:09:00
Friday, April 26 - Abortion's impact on the Missouri ballot
Apr 25 | 00:09:09
Thursday, April 25, 2024 - The Downtown "Doom Loop"
Apr 24 | 00:10:59
Wednesday, April 24, 2024 - Leaving the White Evangelical Church
Apr 23 | 00:08:51
Tuesday, April 23, 2024 - Is going to college worth it?
Apr 22 | 00:09:47
Monday, April 22, 2024 - Biochar as a way to help the climate and crops
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