St. Louis on the Air

Latest Episodes:

A lesson in crisis communications as St. Louis-based Centene deals with negative press Feb 23, 2018

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Host Don Marsh talked about crisis communications with Linda Locke, senior vice president and partner with Standing Partnership.

Homelessness in St. Louis and a local film addressing the issues of tent cities Feb 22, 2018

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Host Don Marsh talks about the new documentary film, "Living in Tents," which features the stories of homeless people in St. Louis and more broadly, the issue of homelessness in St. Louis.

Pro & Con: House Bill 2179, a state bill set to penalize companies boycotting Israel Feb 22, 2018

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Host Don Marsh discussed the potential impact of House Bill 2179 that would prohibit Missouri from entering into contracts over $10,000 with companies that engage in the boycott of, divestment from and sanctioning of Israel, an ally of the United States.

Tiny Desk Contest 2018: Who will be St. Louis’ top pick? Feb 21, 2018

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Host Don Marsh talked with engagement producer Lindsay Toler about the Tiny Desk Contest 2018.

BuzzFeed investigation finds Missouri execution drug supplier has troubled safety history Feb 21, 2018

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Host Don Marsh talked with BuzzFeed News reporter Chris McDaniel about his investigation that uncovered the pharmacy that has supplied Missouri with drugs for executions.

Sound Bites: Local chefs share their journeys toward a vibrant work-life balance Feb 21, 2018

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Local culinary professionals Alex Feick and Josh Charles joined Sauce Magazine editor Catherine Klene and St. Louis on the Air's Don Marsh to talk about how they manage demanding careers alongside parenthood and other aspects of their lives.

Recognizing unconscious bias and what we can do about it Feb 20, 2018

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Host Don Marsh talks about recognizing unconscious bias and how that can help further understanding and inclusion.

Travel expert Rick Steves gives advice on 'traveling thoughtfully' Feb 20, 2018

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The prolific author and TV and radio host spoke with St. Louis on the Air producer Evie Hemphill in advance of his Feb. 20 talk at Powell Hall as part of the St. Louis Speakers Series.

Hip-hop history: Wash U professor uses 'Hamilton' as teaching tool Feb 19, 2018

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Host Don Marsh spoke with Washington University history professor Peter Kastor about the historical accuracy of "Hamilton" and about its use as a teaching tool.

UMSL professor's book highlights what the framers were really thinking Feb 19, 2018

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Political scientist David Robertson discusses his book "The Original Compromise," which looks at the creation of the U.S. Constitution.