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St. Louis on the Air

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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 ... more

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The St. Louis Board of Police Commissioners prompted plenty of controversy earlier this month when members pushed a pay boost for command staff. STLPR’s Rachel Lippmann joins “The Politically Speaking Hour on St. Louis on the Air” to explain how the ... more

St. Louis’ top officials are working with members of Missouri’s congressional delegation to obtain much-needed funds to rebuild parts of the city that were destroyed by last year’s EF3 tornado. But getting that money will require Congress to act. Sar... more

Get ready for a musical joyride — this month’s new music roundup is filled with tracks that will keep your windows down and the volume up all summer long. Musicians Skylar Townsend, Ryan Koenig and STLPR’s Brian Heffernan dive into their favorite rec... more

Singer/songwriter Emerson Magaña’s childhood was filled with the rhythms of Central and South America. Born in Colima, Mexico, he first picked up guitar from his father. Eventually, nature, women, and tequila inspired him to write new original music.... more

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Recent Guests

Slayden Figg
Tower Grove East resident who experienced a dog attack with his dog Sonic
Resident of Tower Grove East
Episode: Dog attacks seem to be on the rise in St. Louis. Here’s why — and how to stay safe
Kat Blake
City Garden incident participant reporting a dog attack downtown
City resident, dog owner
Episode: Dog attacks seem to be on the rise in St. Louis. Here’s why — and how to stay safe
Dr. Kerry Morgan
Medical Director at the Center for Animal Rescue and Enrichment of St. Louis
Center for Animal Rescue and Enrichment of St. Louis (CARE STL)
Episode: Dog attacks seem to be on the rise in St. Louis. Here’s why — and how to stay safe
Kristin Zelen
Animal Regulations Center Supervisor with the City of St. Louis
City of St. Louis, Care STL
Episode: Dog attacks seem to be on the rise in St. Louis. Here’s why — and how to stay safe
Pancho Rucker
Author of several books for kids and teens
Reading is Fire
Episode: These Black St. Louis authors want to fire kids up about reading and writing their own stories
Mark Schneider
Development and Marketing Manager for the Mark Twain Boyhood Home & Museum
Mark Twain Boyhood Home & Museum
Episode: The Missouri town that inspired ‘Tom Sawyer’ celebrates his 150th birthday
Cheryl Eicher Jett
Author of Aprons Away, researching Route 66 women
Author, Aprons Away
Episode: Edwardsville author unearths the stories of the women who shaped Route 66
Miranda Rechtenwald
Curator of Local History, Department of Special Collections, Washington University Libraries
Washington University Libraries
Episode: How WashU moved to preserve and archive the shuttered Riverfront Times
Max Bemberg
Architect, Bemberg Architecture
Bemberg Architecture
Episode: Cultural institutions and family homes among ‘Most Enhanced’ renovation projects of 2025

Hosts

Elaine Cha
Host of St. Louis on the Air (interviewer/lead host)
Jonathan Ahl
Host of St. Louis on the Air

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 155 ratings
  • Listening for years

    Interesting topics and high quality journalism and interviews. Hosts are great. I appreciate having in-depth coverage of local happenings and issues

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bridgebeudywvxjufve
    United States2 years ago
  • Brain food

    Interesting and engaging interviews and discussions about current topics.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Quentin2001
    Canada2 years ago
  • Warm welcome to Elaine Cho

    I welcome the addition of Elaine Cho as host. She is elegant in her presentation, an excellent interviewer, and has a calm, professional demeanor. She is clearly well-versed in the subjects she presents and her manor delivers information and observations without hysteria. I hope she has a long tenure with STLPR. She is a class act and I really enjoy her delivery, her empathy, and her insight. She is delightful and greatly appreciated.

    Audible
    5
    Elizabeth J. P. Parker
    United States3 years ago
  • St. Louis On The Air

    I am a frequent listener to St. Louis on the air. Today I listened. to Sarah’s interview with Adam Manas about Montez Coleman, followed by her interview with Dr. Weinstock about Long Covid. Sarah has impeccable interviewing skills.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tandemjim
    United States4 years ago
  • upbeat yet informative coverage of important regional issues

    Love the wide scope of coverage and Sarah’s positive but penetrating style. Keep up the great work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Aeynrt
    United States5 years ago

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The host delivers deep, locally grounded conversations with great interviewing.
Listeners praise the breadth of topics and strong reporting.

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‘Welcome to hell': Physical and sexual abuse allegations at Missouri treatment center
Q: So Luke, what got you started on this reporting to begin with?
He was drawn in by an Associated Press investigation into the troubled teen industry and found that adoptees are overrepresented in these facilities, prompting him to examine KALO through lawsuits and interviews.
St. Louis librarians share their top summer reads for 2026
Q: What makes the romance picks popular year-round, and are there notable sub-genres gaining traction this summer?
The hosts note the rise of sports romance, including dystopian and slasher romance sub-genres, and discuss how romance remains a staple with contemporary twists and diverse settings that keep it fresh for summer reading.
St. Louis librarians share their top summer reads for 2026
Q: Is there a certain logic to your summer reading list, Heather?
Heather explains that she looks for books that read quickly, leaning toward cozy fantasy and light non-fiction with a humorous edge, aiming for accessible, enjoyable experiences over heavy thought pieces—perfect for summer.
Florissant man detained by ICE after traffic stop to be deported after 26 years in U.S.
Q: Stuart, this episode features the Most Enhanced awards during a challenging year including tornado recovery. How did the first year shape tackling these awards?
Stuart explains that the awards process balances historic standards, community impact, and the need to spotlight renovations that respect heritage while enabling modern use, drawing attention to the broader context of rebuilding after the tornado and structural racism.
These Black St. Louis authors want to fire kids up about reading and writing their own stories
Q: Why is writing central to this literacy effort, not just reading?
Pancho Rucker and Darian Wigfall argue that telling Black stories through writing helps counter stereotypes and preserves authentic voices, reinforcing that reading and writing are both empowering and essential for self-definition.

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Frequently Asked Questions About St. Louis on the Air

What is St. Louis on the Air about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show concentrates on regional news, culture, and public life through in-depth interviews with local leaders, artists, scholars, and reporters. Recurring strengths include nuanced, context-rich conversations about governance, community recovery, local history, and creative culture, often tying national topics back to St. Louis and its neighborhoods. Noteworthy is the cadence of high-profile civic guests alongside local storytellers, producing a balanced mix of policy insight, personal narratives, and cultural exploration ideal for listeners who want to understand how regional dynamics unfold and who enjoy thoughtful, well-reported dialogue.

Across episodes, expect coverage of disaster response, urban development, journalism, music, thea... more

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Recent guests on St. Louis on the Air include:

1. Slayden Figg
2. Kat Blake
3. Dr. Kerry Morgan
4. Kristin Zelen
5. Pancho Rucker
6. Mark Schneider
7. Cheryl Eicher Jett
8. Miranda Rechtenwald

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