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Dan Tortora (DT) is a sportscaster of 19+ years, bringing original segments & a unique approach that sports & non-sports fans can enjoy as DT & his guests tackle sports topics as well as the bigger picture of life itself, all while creating bonds, sharing faith, laughing, & learning from one another. Welcome to ”Where Sports Meets Life”!
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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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MahoganyBooks Front Row: The Podcast is a thoughtfully curated series that offers a unique opportunity to listen to Black authors discussing their latest works. Each episode of the podcast features an in-depth conversation with an author, delving into their creative process, inspirations, and the themes explored in their book. The series is a re-cast of the live author talks hosted by MahoganyBooks, a Black-owned bookstore in Washington DC that is dedicated to promoting literature written fo ...
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Experience the magic of Kevjet, The Podcast! This brand-new podcast is here to inject adventure, curiosity and fun into your day and leave you craving more. Every episode is a joyous celebration of life, laughter, and the human experience. Join Kevjet, your charismatic host, a Canadian living in London, England, as he fearlessly explores his guests' experiences, passions, and unique perspectives. Embark on an exhilarating audio journey with renowned celebrities and unsung heroes. So, whether ...
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In the increasingly crowded and competitive corporate and financial ecosystem, it’s harder than ever for companies to break through the clutter and be heard. The media, investors, agenda-driven influencers, even customers and competitors, are defining your business story on their terms. Therefore, it is imperative that companies take control and proactively drive the conversation with stakeholders in an effort to build & maintain equity value. In Welcome to the Arena from ICR, Co-Founder & C ...
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Everywhere We Go is a weekly podcast which is presented by Rebecca Kelly. Rebecca, a mother of you two girls opens up her home to her guests and brings you real stories from real people with topics that have impacted families all over Ireland, and their experiences will stay with you forever. Welcome to The Everywhere We Go Podcast. Please note that the content provided in this podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. The views ...
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Welcome to the Hometown Hour, your go-to destination for an engaging and informative radio show that brings the pulse of Mooresville right to your ears. Broadcasting on WSIC every Wednesday from 11am to noon, this captivating show is hosted by none other than Mayor Miles Atkins, a prominent figure in the Town of Mooresville, and the dynamic Megan Suber, the Director of Communications and Marketing. As you tune in to Hometown Hour, you'll embark on a delightful journey through the heart and s ...
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"Two BFFS And A Mic" is a heartwarming and thought-provoking podcast that invites you to join two long-term best friends on their journey of lively conversations and endless banter. Hosted by Dalton and Rubyjane, this podcast is a testament to the power of friendship and the joy of exploring a multitude of topics. In each episode, Dalton and Rubyjane dive deep into various subjects, ranging from pop culture and current events to personal anecdotes and life experiences. No topic is off-limits ...
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An unashamedly Jewish comedy chat show where all are welcome! Jew Talkin' To Me? is hosted by award winning comedians, Rachel Creeger and Philip Simon, and produced by Russell Balkind. Each show features two guests from the entertainment industry sharing their views on a variety of topics connected to modern Jewish life in a secular world, as well as their memories of growing up Jewish. Both Philip and Rachel are well known as Jewish comedians on both the mainstream and community circuit and ...
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‘She was such a light to us,’ St. Louisans remember media veteran Tammie Holland
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Radio personality and media veteran Tammie Holland passed away July 20, 2024 at the age of 53 after a three-year fight against cancer. Her long time friends and former colleagues Arika Parr and Tony Scott reflect on Holland’s legacy, career, and impact on St. Louis.
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Christopher Dunn remains in prison after Missouri Supreme Court intervenes
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Christopher Dunn has spent 34 years in prison for what multiple judges have deemed a wrongful conviction. Earlier this week, a St. Louis Circuit judge ordered Dunn’s release — yet he remains behind bars. STLPR reporter Lacretia Wimbley discusses why Dunn is still not free and what comes next. We also listen back to a conversation with Dunn taped ea…
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How DadBod shows became a meeting place for St. Louis teachers and students
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When Parkway School District teachers Mike Steep and Matt Wall aren’t in the classroom, the long-time friends and musicians are playing wide-ranging tunes from the 1990s and early 2000s with their cover band, DadBod. Their shows have become a space to reminisce about the music of their adolescence along with their faithful fans – some of which are …
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Invest STL garners national attention by seeding $20k in low-income communities
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The Rooted initiative started by Invest STL gives Black and low-income residents of the West End and Visitation Park neighborhoods $20,000 to invest in their homes and community. The program aims to help residents stay in their neighborhoods amidst rising concerns about nearby developments. Invest STL CEO Dara Eskridge explains how the non-profit’s…
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Doug Sanders, Chairman & CEO, Heritage Grocers Group – Market Roots: Embracing diversity and unique consumer needs to expand authentically
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For industry dominators, success rarely hinges on a 'one-size-fits-all' approach. Instead, they master their market by focusing on specific demographics and creating tailored strategies unique to needs and preferences. Today's guest has used this method to craft customized solutions in his unique market. Today, we're sitting down with Doug Sanders,…
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Lee Hendrix was taught to fear the Mississippi. He then spent 5 decades piloting boats on it
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Growing up in St. Louis in the 1950s and 60s, Lee Hendrix was taught to fear the Mississippi River. But the sense of adventure it offered ended up being the seed that became a five decade career of piloting boats on the Mississippi. Hendrix discusses his new book, “Peep Light,” where he shares stories about the dangerous work of starting as a deckh…
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Prelude to the American Athletic Conference 2024-25 Football Season w/ Dan Tortora
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Stay close to "WakeUpCall" on Facebook, Twitter, & Instagram! A Special THANK YOU to our EXCLUSIVE Studio Partner, Heritage Hill Brewhouse & Heritage Hill North!! Listen LIVE to "Wake Up Call with Dan Tortora" MON through FRI, 9-11amET on wakeupcalldt.podbean.com & on the homepage of WakeUpCallDT.com from ANY Device! You can also Watch LIVE MON thr…
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Voters in St. Louis express uncertainty and hope in wake of Biden’s exit
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Yesterday, President Joe Biden announced that he’d no longer seek re-election this November. He also endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris as nominee for the Democratic Party. People in the St. Louis region share a broad range of reactions to this historic political moment: relief, disappointment, uncertainty — and even, hopefulness.…
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Lawsuit targets St. Louis chess after grandmaster alleges sex abuse
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A panel of attorneys discuss local and regional legal issues, including the latest on the Bar: PM lawsuit, allegations by a chess star against the U.S. Chess Federation, and, why a Wendy’s restaurant in Bridgeton is paying $5 million to a former worker who was a victim of sexual assault on the job.
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Kevjet - The Podcast with Michael Barker: Transforming Crisis into Creativity – Jewelry Design, Modern Masculinity, and Navigating Social Media
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Send Kevjet a Text! Ever wondered how a personal crisis can lead to a transformative entrepreneurial journey? Meet Michael Barker, a jewelry designer whose path from fashion and brand management to founding his own brand, Towards Another World, will inspire you. Michael opens up about his life-changing move to Thailand after his partner's heart att…
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Steelville archeologist balances attachment to hometown with Trail of Tears history
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Of all U.S. states, Missouri has more miles of the Cherokee Trail of Tears. A new episode of the film series “My Ozarks” tells the story of Erin Whitson, an archaeologist who researches her hometown’s connections to the brutal history of Cherokee removal. Whitson talks about her intentional approach to uncovering that history in Steelville, Missour…
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Shawn ‘Rab’ Fentress finds success in being an unabashed ‘Blerd’ — and encourages others to do the same
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Social media has put art and entertainment from all corners of the world in the literal palm of your hand. Manga and anime – Japanese comic books and cartoons – really started hitting mainstream American bookshelves and screens starting in the 1990’s, and cross-cultural exchange has resulted in the development of distinct subcultures, including “bl…
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American Athletic Conference Commissioner Tim Pernetti w/ DT on his journey, views, & college athletics today
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Stay close to "WakeUpCall" on Facebook, Twitter, & Instagram! A Special THANK YOU to our EXCLUSIVE Studio Partner, Heritage Hill Brewhouse & Heritage Hill North!! Listen LIVE to "Wake Up Call with Dan Tortora" MON through FRI, 9-11amET on wakeupcalldt.podbean.com & on the homepage of WakeUpCallDT.com from ANY Device! You can also Watch LIVE MON thr…
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Honorary street name ‘On Leong Way’ brings awareness to St. Louis’ Chinese heritage
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St. Louis’ Asian American community celebrates recent work to bring light to the lives and contributions of early Chinese immigrants to St. Louis, including an honorary street-naming in the city and the 100th anniversary of a Chinese gravesite at Valhalla Cemetery.
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How St. Louis prepared for major disasters this week with drills in streets, skies and waterways
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This week, more than 500 federal and local first responders converged in the St. Louis region to practice for an 8.4 magnitude earthquake. The drill accounted for collapsed bridges, crumbling buildings and more than 40,000 people trapped in Busch Stadium. First responders also dropped portable roads from helicopters near the Grafton ferry dock for …
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Magic mushrooms ‘bend’ the mind. Could they also treat mental illness?
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The mind-bending effects of “magic mushrooms” could help treat mental illness. A new Washington University School of Medicine study offers an explanation for how psilocybin, the active drug in magic mushrooms, distorts the brain’s networks, and why that could alleviate post-traumatic stress disorders and other illnesses. Dr. Joshua Siegel and Dr. G…
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Cinema St. Louis festival showcases regional talent behind the lens and on-screen
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The Cinema St. Louis’ Annual Filmmakers Showcase (July 19-28) is dedicated to screening films that address locally relevant topics or have writers, editors, or producers who are St. Louis area natives or people with strong local ties. Emmett Williams, director of festival curation and education at Cinema St. Louis, talks about the 2024 line-up of f…
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Rob Skinner, Founding Partner & Co-CEO, IEQ Capital – Trust Funded: Building team culture to cultivate client connection and loyalty
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In the world of wealth management, working with clients is a deeply personal endeavor that requires more than just financial expertise. By looking inward first, and prioritizing a strong team culture and personal and professional development, companies can cultivate a strong trust and connection with clients. Today's guest has made this approach th…
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How chefs are making caviar an accessible delicacy in St. Louis’ food scene
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Caviar is a delicacy, but, if you think it's only made for a rich palate, you may be missing out on a surprisingly accessible experience. Sauce Magazine writer Meera Nagarajan chronicled her dive into the world of caviar for the July issue of Sauce Magazine.Together with chef John Messbarger of Lobster & Crab Company, they discuss the finer details…
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Meet Shangri-La Hou, the Midwest region’s National Student Poet
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Shangri-La Hou is one of five National Student Poets. The recent John Burroughs graduate and Lake St. Louis resident explores the natural world and how people interact in — and with — it. Hou also discusses what she’s experienced in her role as a young literary ambassador and how poetry is a powerful tool for self-expression.…
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13-year-old St. Louisan packs her bags — and bass — to study at Juilliard
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Lyric Green first picked up a double bass when she was 12 years old. Now, a little over a year later, the rising Parkway Central High freshman is one of 28 young musicians strengthening their skills at Sphinx Performance Academy at the Juilliard School in New York.
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Lack of beds at Missouri group foster homes leaves at-risk girls without specialized care
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Children in the foster care system with severe behavioral health issues and trauma are often treated in group homes that specialize in individualized care. In Missouri, there is space at these centers for boys — but not for girls. In his latest reporting, Kris Husted of the NPR Midwest Newsroom explores why that disparity exists. STLPR reporter Lac…
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Tiffany D. Jackson on Romance and Resilience in YA Literature
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Ever wondered what it takes to bring an iconic superhero to life in literature? Join us in a captivating conversation with New York Times bestselling author Tiffany D. Jackson, who shares her heartfelt journey of writing about Storm, the legendary Marvel superhero. Tiffany opens up about her childhood admiration for Storm and her unwavering dedicat…
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Karla May touts state political experience in bid for Democratic nomination to unseat Hawley
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State Sen. Karla May, D-St. Louis, has faced formidable political challenges before. During an episode of the Politically Speaking Hour on St. Louis on the Air, she contends that she’s the best candidate to take on GOP U.S. Sen. Josh Hawley. But before doing so she needs to counter a well-funded and well-organized campaign from Independence residen…
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Rep. Cori Bush says her ceasefire push is popular in Missouri’s 1st District
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U.S. Rep. Cori Bush, D-St. Louis County, is seeking a third term to represent Missouri’s 1st Congressional District. During an episode of the Politically Speaking Hour on St. Louis on the Air, Bush discussed at length the expensive campaign to unseat her — and how her criticism of Israel may not mean much to the 1st District’s Black voters. Challen…
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Institute for Black Liberation makes space to heal from racism — and celebrate Black joy
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Rudy Nickens, director of the Institute for Black Liberation at the Deaconess Foundation; and Patricia Bosman, participant in the Institute’s inaugural cohort, discuss the necessity for a space where Black people can work through and heal from the effects of internal and structural racism – all while finding joy in that work and in Blackness.…
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WerQfest returns for a fifth year of celebrating St. Louis’ Black queer community
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WerQfest launched in 2020 as a passion project for husbands Tre’von Griffith and Shelton Boyd-Griffith. Five years later, it’s a mainstay in St. Louis’ summer events lineup and a joyful celebration of the Black queer community in the region. Tre’von, also known as Tre G, talks about the 2024 festival, its importance to the Midwest, his return to th…
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