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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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Latest Episodes

The largest medical respite center in St. Louis will open its doors later this month. The Three Steps Home represents a major step for the groups supporting the city's homeless population. Three Steps Home CEO Sonia Deal talks about why homeless peop... more

Through a combination of engineering know-how, imagination and dedication to problem-solving, St. Louisan Kay Wells invented the Posie Pot: a 3-D printed, biodegradable and recyclable self-watering plant pot that’s in stores across the region and onl... more

New research out of St. Louis shows that removing invasive plant species and planting native ones have gone a long way toward boosting bird populations in Forest Park. Lead study author Stella Uiterwaal is particularly excited to see the populations ... more

Refugee resettlement in the U.S. is at a historic low. At the start of his second term, President Donald Trump set the refugee cap at 7,500 for fiscal year 2026, down from 125,000. That reality adds urgency to Race for Refugees, a 5K and 1-mile fun r... more

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Recent Guests

Jack Lane
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Dorsa Derakhshani
Iranian-American chess grandmaster, medical student at Mizzou
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Episode: An Iranian-American considers the impossibility of staying grounded amid war and oppression
Giles Oldroyd
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Episode: A chance for a new Green Revolution brought a plant scientist from the UK to St. Louis
Diadie Bathily
West African choreographer, founder of Afriky Lolo
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Episode: How Diadie Bathily brought West African dance to St. Louis — and the Oscars
Dana Turkovic
Curator, Begin Again 50 Years and Counting
Laumeier Sculpture Park
Episode: Laumeier Sculpture Park celebrates 50 years of intersecting art and nature
Juan William Chávez
2026 Visiting Artist in Residence
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Episode: Laumeier Sculpture Park celebrates 50 years of intersecting art and nature
Hiba Ahmad
St. Louis Public Radio education reporter
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Episode: Tuesday's municipal elections could bring massive change to Francis Howell School Board
Joe Blanner
Attorney from Jefferson County and subject matter expert on the St. Louis–St. Louis County split
Attorney, Jefferson County (Missouri)
Episode: Incremental or game changing? What it would mean for St. Louis city to rejoin the county
Jhumpa Lahiri
Pulitzer Prize–winning writer and translator
Barnard College, Columbia University
Episode: Pulitzer Prize-winning author Jhumpa Lahiri to receive 2026 St. Louis Literary Award

Hosts

Sarah Fenske
Host with strong interviewing skills, known for engaging discussions on a wide range of relevant topics.
Luis Antonio Perez
Host and Lead Producer, involved in producing compelling content.
Elaine Cha
Host known for insightful perspectives on local issues, contributing to discussions that enrich community understanding.
Jason Rosenbaum
Host focused on political commentary and local governance, providing valuable insights.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 154 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 States4 years ago

Listeners Say

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The diverse range of topics keeps the content fresh and impactful for the community.
The podcast is seen as an essential source for understanding St. Louis's cultural landscape.
The host's interviewing skills receive consistent praise for depth and quality.
Audience finds informative discussions on local issues enjoyable and relevant.
Listeners appreciate the engaging and high-quality journalism and interviews.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

St. Louis musicians shine in NPR’s Tiny Desk Contest
Q: Chad, what are your thoughts here?
Chad responds by highlighting El Draco and Free Nation's elaborate stage presence and the consistency of their live performance energy, noting how the group stands out year after year and how their collaboration with a strong backing band elevates the Tiny Desk performances.
A chance for a new Green Revolution brought a plant scientist from the UK to St. Louis
Q: What might a modern Green Revolution look like, given current environmental and economic pressures?
The vision centers on building soil fertility, adopting no-till and cover crops, and engineering crops to utilize nitrogen more efficiently through associations with beneficial microbes, achieving sustainable production at scale.
A chance for a new Green Revolution brought a plant scientist from the UK to St. Louis
Q: Why is nitrogen such a central theme in agriculture, and how does it connect to the Green Revolution?
He explains that nitrogen is a bottleneck for crop production, the Green Revolution enabled widespread use of nitrogenous fertilizers, and the challenge is to maintain productivity while reducing environmental impact.
A chance for a new Green Revolution brought a plant scientist from the UK to St. Louis
Q: So what first drew you to becoming a plant scientist?
Oldroyd describes a long-standing fascination with biology and a natural gravitation toward plant genetics, especially how plant systems store genetic material in seeds, which prompted his career path.
Laumeier Sculpture Park celebrates 50 years of intersecting art and nature
Q: What do you hope visitors will experience when they interact with Waka Garden and Begin Again 50 Years and Counting?
I hope people recognize the garden as a living, listening space where the landscape and artifacts speak through caretaking, gatherings, and performances, connecting the park's history with contemporary practice.

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Recent guests on St. Louis on the Air include:

1. Jack Lane
2. Dorsa Derakhshani
3. Giles Oldroyd
4. Diadie Bathily
5. Dana Turkovic
6. Juan William Chávez
7. Hiba Ahmad
8. Joe Blanner

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