St. Louis on the Air
St. Louis Public Radio
St. Louis on the Air creates a unique space where guests and listeners can share ideas and opinions with respect and honesty. Whether exploring issues and challenges confronting our region, discussing the latest innovations in science and technology, taking a closer look at our history or talking with authors, artists and musicians, St. Louis on the Air brings you the stories of St. Louis and the people who live, work and create in our region.
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Aug 17, 2021 • 22min
St. Lou Fringe Festival Is Back — With Opera, Experimental Works And More
A total of 22 independent productions comprise this year’s series of events. The hybrid festival wraps up Sunday, with some of the virtual offerings to be available on demand soon afterward.
Aug 16, 2021 • 12min
‘Step Inside’ Vincent Van Gogh’s World In Exhibit Opening At The Galleria
Enfolding visitors in a wide-ranging, walk-through reimagination of the artist's work and mind, the audiovisual spectacle has proved to be a wildly popular one in all sorts of cities. This fall it's headed to St. Louis.
Aug 16, 2021 • 16min
‘It Seems Like A Dream Still’: Collinsville Native Michelle Bartsch-Hackley On Gold Medal Win
Collinsville High School grad Michelle Bartsch-Hackley helped the U.S. women's indoor volleyball team win its first ever gold medal. She describes what it was like and her path to the Olympics.
Aug 16, 2021 • 24min
‘Bare Hands Rescue’ Puts St. Louis’ Wildlife Command Center Front And Center
Michael "Bare Hands" Beran is the star of a new reality TV pilot airing on Animal Planet and Discovery+. He discusses his journey to the screen and wildlife work along with local producer Michael D. Francis
Aug 12, 2021 • 16min
Unvaccinated COVID-19 Patients Barely Surviving, Respiratory Therapist Says
SSM Health respiratory therapist Sherri Pipkens says that in previous coronavirus waves, most of her patients were elderly, overweight or had pre-existing conditions. Now, she’s treating patients of all demographics.
Aug 12, 2021 • 16min
Indie-Rock Band Choir Vandals Is Ready To Mix Things Up
Since forming the indie-rock band in 2013, it's become their longest running gig yet.
Aug 12, 2021 • 21min
'Moms Are Tough': Lisa Clancy On Fighting For Mask Mandates
St. Louis County Councilwoman Lisa Clancy discusses her failed attempt to reinstall a county-wide mask mandate and the criticism she's taken for caring for her two-month-old baby during council meetings.
Aug 11, 2021 • 16min
Best Way To Protect Kids From COVID-19 Is For Adults, Teens To Get Vaxxed, Pediatrician Says
Pediatrician Dr. Jason Newland explains why kids older than 12 years old should get vaccinated and answers lingering questions parents may have about these shots.
Aug 11, 2021 • 21min
Cathy ‘MamaCat’ Daniels On The Potbangerz Legacy
Cathy “MamaCat” Daniels, a community volunteer, activist and founder of the nonprofit PotBangerz, reflects on her years serving the St. Louis community.
Aug 11, 2021 • 14min
Getting Rental Assistance To Residents In St. Louis City And County
ArchCity Defenders attorney Lee Camp discusses delays (and successes) in getting rental assistance to residents in need.
