Hosted Ravioli is a St. Louis-themed podcast hosted by Benjamin Hochman, a columnist for The St. Louis Post-Dispatch. Hochman interviews fun and fascinating staples of St. Louis, from celebrities to local cult heroes, such as people from famous TV commercials, news media, sports or pop culture. The show will also discuss and debate some of St. Louis’ most “St. Louis” topics, from the best pizza or gooey butter cake or barbecue, to what is the best Cardinals’ walk-up song and best Nelly song ...
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This is Making Babies, a podcast all about pregnancy. Pregnancy can be such a confusing and anxious time when parents are completely focused on the health of the mother and baby. There are so many questions and so much to learn about all the recommendations and current trends in pregnancy and childbirth. We hope this podcast can offer some answers in a scientific and medically accurate way, and along the way provide some really interesting conversations. Host Blythe Bernhard is in her second ...
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Hosted Ravioli podcast: You'll 'flip' over this episode with Ozzie Smith
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“I probably caused a lot of people injuries, trying to do that flip!” Ozzie Smith said. Indeed, a generation of St. Louis kids attempted back flips in backyards, pretending it was the ball yard. Few humans touched St. Louis the way Ozzie Smith did. The Cardinals legend sat down with “Hosted Ravioli” to discuss memory-making and and everlasting memo…
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Hosted Ravioli: Zip Rzeppa made St. Louis sports fun
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He made St. Louis sports fun. Notably on Channel 4 KMOV, Zip Rzeppa delivered the sports broadcasts with flair and flamboyance. And his famous “Zippo Awards” became something of local lore – Rzeppa would give out “awards” for "The best, the worst, and the weirdest performances in the wild and wacky wonderful world of sports.” Today, Rzeppa is 66, l…
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Hosted Ravioli: The epitome of a St. Louis on-air personality is Guy Phillips
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The epitome of a St. Louis on-air personality is Guy Phillips, who has been on radio and TV since the late 1970s. While he made his mark on Y98, he made his mark with the host of “Hosted Ravioli” thanks to the 1980s kid's game show “DB's Delight.” The show featured local St. Louis middle schoolers in a trivia contest hosted by Phillips and a mustac…
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The Boatmen's guy : Thom Sharp says he's not bald, he outgrew his hair
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In St. Louis in the 1990s, Thom Sharp was the funniest guy in St. Louis – even if no one knew Thom Sharp's name. The comedian and actor starred as “The Boatmen's Guy” in numerous clever commercials for Boatmen's Bank. His dry wit while appearing in silly situations made him so popular that when the bank was merged with another, our newspaper create…
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Hosted Ravioli: Oh baby! Former Blues announcer behind the scenes
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“Oh baby!!” The signature call of Blues broadcaster Ken Wilson became part of St. Louis sports culture, beginning in the 1980s, all the way into the 2000s. Wilson would holler “Oh baby!” after a goal and it became a catch phrase around town – rumors were that obstetricians would do Ken Wilson impersonations upon delivery. Wilson, 70, joined “Hosted…
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Hosted Ravioli: Catching up with St. Louis icon Becky, Queen of Carpet
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She arrived, alas, by car. Famous for flying under the Arch on a carpet, Becky Rothman starred in quirky commercials for decades in St. Louis. She was anointed “queen of carpets,” wore a gown and crown and became a local celebrity. And so, she was a fitting first guest for my new St. Louis-themed podcast, “Hosted Ravioli,” recorded at The Post-Disp…
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Hosted Ravioli is a St. Louis-themed podcast hosted by Benjamin Hochman, a columnist for The St. Louis Post-Dispatch. Hochman interviews fun and fascinating staples of St. Louis, from celebrities to local cult heroes, such as people from famous TV commercials, news media, sports or pop culture. The show will also discuss and debate some of St. Loui…
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Making Babies - The ins and outs of car seats - Episode 11
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Choices abound for what car seat to buy and installing them can be tricky. Libby Anvender, a community education instructor at St. Louis Children’s Hospital and certified child passenger safety technician, shares some useful tips. And we hear from first-time dad Greg Jonsson, the Post-Dispatch breaking news editor, about searching for a seat and ma…
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Making Babies - Episode 10: Pros and cons using nitrous oxide during delivery
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Making Babies - Episode 10: The pros and cons using nitrous oxide when delivering your baby. Dr. Patricia Bolster with Mercy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By St. Louis Post-Dispatch
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Making Babies - Episode 1: Innovations and limitations of fertility treatments
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A discussion on the high cost of fertility treatments, success rates, and the controversial practice of creating embryos with genetic material from two mothers and one father.Guest: Dr. Sherman Silber, director of the Infertility Center of St. LouisEditor's note: Since the recording of this episode, the world's first baby has reportedly been born f…
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Making Babies - Episode 2: Alcohol and Pregnancy - how much is too much?
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Public health campaigns say not one drop is safe. College-educated mothers are the most likely to imbibe. What's the right answer?Guest: Dr. Shanya Conner, assistant professor of obstetrics and gynecology at Washington University See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By St. Louis Post-Dispatch
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Making Babies - Episode 3: Vaccines for the Pregnant Woman
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Why is it important to get vaccinated before baby arrives?Guest: Dr. Christina Meddows-Jackson, obstetrician/gynecologist with Mercy Clinic See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By St. Louis Post-Dispatch
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Making Babies - Episode 4: Prenatal care: Do we really need so many medical appointments?
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A new experiment gives moms their own blood pressure and fetal heart rate monitors to keep at home.Guest: Elizabeth Cook, director of the Mercy Birthing Center See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By St. Louis Post-Dispatch
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Making Babies - Episode 5: Pregnancy and Obesity: How a national epidemic is affecting the next generation
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What are the complications for mom and baby when she is overweight? How one doctor actually helps pregnant women safely lose weight.Guest: Dr. Raul Artal, former director of the SLUCare Bariatric Pregnancy Center See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By St. Louis Post-Dispatch
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Making Babies - Episode 6: Pregnancy after 35: A trend toward later parenthood
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Pregnancy after 35: A trend toward later parenthood and what it means for our fertility and health.Guest: Washington University ob/gyn Dr. Alison Cahill See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By St. Louis Post-Dispatch
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Making Babies - Episode 7: Cutting the cord: How long should baby keep their umbilical cord for maximum benefit?
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Doctors are starting to wait a few minutes and let the baby soak up the iron-rich cord blood.Guest: Elizabeth Cook, director of the Mercy Birthing Center See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By St. Louis Post-Dispatch
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Making Babies - Episode 8: Pregnancy and the opioid epidemic: How hospitals are dealing with babies born addicted to painkillers and heroin
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At least one hospital has a new clinic dedicated to the problem.Guest: Michele Munz, health reporter, St. Louis Post-Dispatch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By St. Louis Post-Dispatch
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