St. Louis On The Air

Producer Alex Heuer talks with science journalist Jon Cohen, a staff writer for Science Magazine, and documentary filmmaker Carl Gierstorfer about their work on HIV, AIDS and Ebola.

On Tuesday’s St. Louis on the Air, host Don Marsh talks with Christopher Alan Gordon about his book, “Fire, Pestilence, and Death: St. Louis, 1849.” 

Wonders of Wildlife spokesperson Shelby Stephenson visited St. Louis Public Radio this week to discuss what makes the new attraction unique. It’s housed at Bass Pro Shops’ national headquarters in Springfield, Missouri.

Joining host Don Marsh for the conversation were Mark Smith, J.D., associate vice chancellor of students at Washington University; William Freivogel, J.D., journalism professor at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale; and Rachel Sachs, J.D., associate professor of law at Washington University School of Law.

Host Don Marsh spoke with St. Louis Public Radio reporters Rachel Lippmann and Jo Mannies about news that Gov. Greitens was indicted.

On Friday’s St. Louis on the Air, host Don Marsh spoke with local meteorologist Cindy Preszler about the findings of some new research – along with Anthony Lupo, a professor of atmospheric science who helped lead the study.

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

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.

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.

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

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. 

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.

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

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.

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.

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

Host Don Marsh talked about services provided by Nurses for Newborns to provide a safety net and improve the outcomes of at-risk infants. 

Alderwomen-elect Annie Rice and Vivian Eveloff, director of the Sue Shear Institute for Women in Public Life at the University of Missouri-St. Louis talk about the increase in the number of women in elected offices.

Host Don Marsh talks to St. Louis Public Radio reporters Rachel Lippmann and Jason Rosenbaum about Annie Rice's win in 8th ward alderwoman election. 

Host Don Marsh talks about perinatal depression with Washington University experts; mother of Mary Jo Trokey joins conversation.