Introducing our newest podcast partners, we're beyond excited to work with Birch Tree Recovery. Wherever you are on your journey, Birch Tree Recovery can work alongside you to create a healthier life, establish self-connection, instill effective coping mechanisms, eliminate anxiety, depression and further the path of your individual success in recovery.

Today, we speak from Leslie on the work that Birch Tree does for the St. Louis community. In upcoming episodes, we will be introducing the 'Mental Health Minute' with each guest.

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Today we have special guests, Perri and Alyssa, co-founders of the company Brown Skin Bride. This episode embraces the not only the fun energy of Perri and Alyssa, but underscores their brilliance and sympathy. Brown Skin Bride is a company that gives women of color the opportunity to celebrate their momentous wedding occasions. Upon seeing a lack of representation of brown and black shades within party supplies for weddings and bachelorette celebrations, BSB was born. Working as a strong duo, this episode gives BSB owners the stage to shed light on their dedication, success story, and the intention behind curating a collection of bachelorette supplies and party favors that speak to the audience about under-served brides. In January 2024, the BSB girls have created something that has never been done in the wedding industry and they’re just getting started. Tune in to this very special episode to listen to the voices behind the excellent and inclusive company, Brown Skin Bride.

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Kennedy's love for wine blossomed in 7th grade French class, igniting a lifelong passion that led him to become a Certified Sommelier after college. His career flourished at Ritz-Carlton properties, culminating in the founding of Component Wine Company and Fraîche Wine Group. Recognized as a rising star in the industry, Kennedy splits his time between Napa Valley, Bordeaux, Tuscany, and St. Louis with his wife and three sons. Join us on The STL Bucket List Show as we uncover Kennedy's journey from a classroom fascination to a prominent figure in global wine culture.

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We’re joined by Anastasia AKA Stazi, a popular local DJ, community activator, and more. Anastasia grew up in St. Louis but spent her college years and early adulthood on the East coast and Chicago. A few years ago, Stazi moved back to St. Louis and fell in love with the city and the people in it, this is home to her.

As a DJ, Stazi plays stages all over the city including match day block parties at CITYPARK. Anastasia stays busy with her full-time job, music, and her new project ‘Run it Back.’ which is a community-focused adult track meet that is quickly gaining attention. In this episode we dive deep on Anastasia and her story.

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We’re back with a special episode this week, Luke & Marissa give you their ABC summer bucket list! Marissa curated a list of things to do this summer that we’re checking off our own family bucket list this summer!

A- arch, aquarium,

B-boathouse, butterfly house

C-cardinals game

D-drive in & Driving range forest park

E-elephant rocks hike

F-food truck Friday, farmers markets, feed the giraffes at the zoo

G-gelato do riso, grants farm

H-hot air balloon festival

I-first ice cream at Ted drewes

J-just keep swimming at the four seasons pool,

K-Katy trail biking — bike stop st Chas

L-laumer sculpture park

M-movie art hill, mysuem, music with Krista, magic house

N-night market

O-ffalon Fourth of July parade

P-picnic in park, pottery hollow

Q-quail ridge

R-Russell’s brunch and Rudy’s flower truck

S-soulard farmers market, Shakespeare in park

T-tower grove Tuesdays, transportation museum

U-Union station

V-grow a veggie garden

W-walk around St. Louis art museum, Whitaker music festival

X-cross over to Illinois for a day

Y-yoga at kiener plaza

Z-zoo

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We had the honor and privilege to host local legend and Olympic Gold & Silver Medalist Dawn Harper-Nelson. Dawn is an American track and field athlete who specializes in the 100-meter hurdles. She was the gold medalist in the event at the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games and the silver medalist in the 2012 London Olympic Games and the 2017 World Championships.

Originally from East St. Louis, Dawn continues to build a successful life as a mother, wife, speaker, and now NBC Olympic analyst. We’re beyond excited to watch Dawn during the Olympics in Paris. In this episode, Luke talks with Dawn about the life of an Olympic athlete, transition into motherhood, mindset, and more.

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We’re joined by Brittany Dwyer, our partner on BYOB which means Build your Bucket List. BYOBSTL.com is now live, this site will play a huge part in us continuing to highlight the people, places, and events that make St. Louis special.

Our goal is to elevate local makers and businesses while providing real value for those who follow us for advice. We are the front door to STL.

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