Episodios

  • New Missouri Historical Society exhibit explores the legacy of iconic Route 66

    New Missouri Historical Society exhibit explores the legacy of iconic Route 66
    Mar 17 2026
    As the United States’ first federal highway system, Route 66 connected people and places across the country. It was also a symbol of independence and adventure. In recognition of the 100th anniversary of the highway, we recall notable Route 66 stops, share stories from the former highway’s heyday, and examine its legacy today.
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    23 m
  • Rising R&B star Jordan Ward says St. Louis will always be home

    Rising R&B star Jordan Ward says St. Louis will always be home
    Mar 17 2026
    The day after Jordan Ward graduated from Parkway North High School in 2013, he moved west to Los Angeles to pursue a career in arts and entertainment. In the years since, Ward has performed as a dancer with Beyoncé, Janet Jackson and Justin Bieber. He’s also released two albums on his own. His latest project, “Backward,” was released in January through Interscope Records, and he’s currently headlining “The Apartment Tour” with 29 stops in North America and the United Kingdom. Hours before hitting the stage at his homecoming stop at Delmar Hall, Ward joined us to discuss his career, the evolution of his music and the importance of staying connected to St. Louis and its music scene.
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    28 m
  • How Rosemary Woodruff Leary left St. Louis and became ‘The Acid Queen’

    How Rosemary Woodruff Leary left St. Louis and became ‘The Acid Queen’
    Mar 16 2026
    Rosemary Woodruff Leary, a St. Louis native, was best known during her life as the wife of the psychedelic pioneer Timothy Leary. But a book highlights her unsung role in that movement, including how she helped her husband escape prison and become international fugitives. We'll revisit a September 2025 conversation with author Susannah Cahalan about her latest book “The Acid Queen: The Psychedelic Life and Counterculture Rebellion of Rosemary Woodruff Leary," which also tells the story what happened after Timothy Leary and Rosemary separated, and her decision to come return to the public eye before her death.
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    50 m
  • This year’s 314 Day is different after the tornado — but the love for St. Louis remains

    This year’s 314 Day is different after the tornado — but the love for St. Louis remains
    Mar 13 2026
    Twenty years ago Terrell “Dip” Evans and Tatum Polk founded 314 Day to recognize March 14 as a day to celebrate all things St. Louis. The civic pride holiday has origins in Black St. Louisan culture, and in the decades passed the celebrations have spread and is now part of the greater St. Louis identity. On this special 314 Day episode of “St. Louis on the Air,” three St. Louisans share their thoughts on the state of St. Louis and its culture. Plus, we join a new St. Louisan on their first 314 Day experience.
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    51 m
  • St. Louis Irish Arts teachers celebrate 10 years of music and friendship

    St. Louis Irish Arts teachers celebrate 10 years of music and friendship
    Mar 12 2026
    St. Louis musicians Eimear Arkins and Eileen Gannon have performed and toured together for years. The Irish fiddle and harp duo’s new album, “The Belles of St. Louis” is a celebration of their musical friendship — and a nod to St. Louis’ rich, and growing, traditional Irish music scene. Ahead of their annual St. Patrick’s Day concert, they perform songs and tunes from the album, share tidbits on Irish music and culture, and discuss last summer’s blockbuster hit, “Sinners,” which has spurred interest in Irish folk music among new audiences.
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    27 m
  • New songs from St. Louis artists perfect for your spring playlist

    New songs from St. Louis artists perfect for your spring playlist
    Mar 12 2026
    As Earth awakens from a deep winter slumber, this month’s new music roundup is here to lend you some early spring energy. STLPR reporter Chad Davis and music show originator and producer Miya Norfleet discuss their favorite new releases including the funky dance track “Dance with You” from Starwolf and emotionally driven anthem by national artist with strong St. Louis roots Jordan Ward.

    . Check out our new music roundup playlist.
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    23 m
  • College Club of St. Louis celebrates 125 years of supporting women’s education

    College Club of St. Louis celebrates 125 years of supporting women’s education
    Mar 12 2026
    In 1901, the College Club of St. Louis was founded by a group of women who wanted to socialize and exercise their brains. Five years later, they began awarding scholarships to local young women in pursuit of higher education — a tradition upheld through the present day. Brenda Davis, current president of the College Club of St. Louis, talks about the significance of the organization reaching its 125th birthday and the club’s continued commitment to supporting young women just beginning college.
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    12 m
  • A year in, St. Charles library CEO says funding is top priority

    A year in, St. Charles library CEO says funding is top priority
    Mar 11 2026
    After his first year as CEO of the St. Charles County Library District, John Greifzu continues to face a number of challenges inherited from his predecessors. STLPR morning newscaster Abby Llorico talks about her recent conversations with Greifzu, which included discussion of what’s driving the district’s funding deficit, its process for responding to book removal requests, and a controversial plan to close several branches.
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    16 m