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What’s New In The Lou with Alexis Zotos

Alexis Zotos
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Soul On Fire
Caldys Coffee
Kaldi's Coffee
Brickline Greenway
Festival Of Nations
The Muny
Sando Shack
St. Charles
John O'leary
Foodies Eat First Fest
Forest Park
Budweiser
Grandma's Cookies
Great Rivers Greenway
Shakespeare In the Park, St. Louis
Eckert's Farm
Pulitzer Arts Foundation
Toasted Ravioli
Crown Candy Kitchen

Welcome to What’s New in the Lou with Alexis Zotos, your go-to guide for what’s fresh, fun, and happening around St. Louis. A weekly interview style show featuring the people and events that make St. Louis special.

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It’s been 10 years since Nathaniel Reid opened the doors to his namesake bakery, creating some of St. Louis’ most celebrated pastries, breads and desserts.

In Episode 58, Alexis Zotos sits down with owner and baker Nathaniel Reid to talk about his j... more

For years, Lona’s Lil Eats has been serving up vibrant, made-from-scratch dishes that blend Asian flavors with soul food and now, Chef and Owner Lona Luo is bringing her beloved restaurant to a whole new part of the St. Louis region.

In Episode 56, ... more

For nine years, Frizz Fest has been bringing St. Louis together to celebrate natural hair, beauty, culture, creativity, and community.

In this episode, Alexis Zotos sits down with sister-in-laws Leslie and Valerie Hughes, the women behind Frizz Fest... more

Every year, the floodwall along the Mississippi River transforms into one of St. Louis’ biggest outdoor canvases.

In Episode 55, Alexis Zotos sits down with Bryan Walsh, artist liaison for Paint Louis, to talk about the massive annual graffiti and s... more

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Recent Guests

Ed Heath
Chef and owner of Ed's Delicatessen in Edwardsville
Ed's Delicatessen
Episode: EP 49: Ed's Delicatessen, a Food Destination in Edwardsville
Lucas Roe
Designer participating in St. Louis Fashion Week
St. Louis Fashion Week designer
Episode: EP 46: St. Louis Fashion Week Returns
Chris Eckert
Owner, Eckert's farm; seventh/eighth generation family farmer
Eckert's Farm
Episode: EP 45: More Than a Farm: The Legacy of Eckert’s
Matt Green
Executive Director of River City Outdoors and associated with Big Muddy Adventures
River City Outdoors / Big Muddy Adventures
Episode: Episode 44: Get Outside this Summer with Big Muddy Adventures
Kelly Stumpe
The Car Mom, founder of The Car Mom and organizer of the Car Mom Auto Show
The Car Mom (brand)
Episode: Episode 42: Motherhood, Cars & Community with Kelly Stumpe, The Car Mom
Branden Tewolde
Founder/creator of Branden STL and organizer of Foodies Eat First Fest
Branden STL
Episode: Episode 38: From Content to Community, Foodies Eat First Fest with Branden Tewolde
Emma Klues
VP of Communications for Great Rivers Greenway
Great Rivers Greenway
Episode: Episode 37: Connecting the Region with Great Rivers Greenway
Darryl Tyler
Owner of Tailored Gents
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Episode: Episode 36: More Than a Suit, Building Confidence with Tailored Gents
Adaron Jackson
Guest from Jazz St. Louis, interim co-executive director
Jazz St. Louis
Episode: Episode 35: Celebrating 30 Years of Jazz St. Louis

Host

Alexis Zotos
Host of What's New In The Lou; focuses on St. Louis happenings, food, culture, and local business insights.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 14 ratings
  • True Lover of Saint Louis and it Shows

    I’ve been following Alexis since her early days with KMOV and I love everything she does, including this podcast. You can tell she truly loves St. Louis and has so much knowledge on the food, cocktail, art and local business scene and takes a lot of pride (with tons of research) sharing that with her audience.

    Whether you’re a seasoned STLouisian or are new to the area, I highly recommend checking out this podcast to find out what makes this often overlooked city, special.

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    Aaaauuy
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great First Episode

    Great start to what will be a great new series by Alexis! Looking forward to this very much.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Drobacula
    United Statesa year ago

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Great start to what will be a great new series by Alexis; listeners can expect thoughtful local stories.
Guests consistently bring diverse perspectives on the city's culture and growth, making it a go-to for regional insights.
The host clearly loves St. Louis and does deep local research to share on food, cocktails, arts, and businesses.

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Episode 24: Sweet Traditions - Holiday Baking with Made by Lia
Q: When you think about building holiday traditions in the kitchen, what's the first thing that comes to mind?
The act of baking with family and passing down recipes, especially traditions started in childhood, is what makes the holidays feel special and meaningful.
Episode #22: Hustling for Good — Building Community Through Food with Danni Eickenhorst
Q: How did they handle the rapid growth from five employees to 150?
They focused on building a strong leadership team, leveraging the strengths of managers and family, and adopting a more deliberate people-centric approach to scale sustainably.
Episode #22: Hustling for Good — Building Community Through Food with Danni Eickenhorst
Q: What sparked the pivot to view their restaurants as community hubs?
The owners realized the businesses were more than places to eat; they could be catalysts for neighborhood resilience, especially after the COVID shutdowns and tornado impacts, by feeding people in need and rallying community support.
Episode 27: Beads, Bands & Big Crowds - Inside St. Louis Mardi Gras
Q: What is your favorite event? Do you have one?
The guest says the Pet Parade and 12th Night are among his favorites, highlighting personal passion for the pet-focused celebration and the procession format of 12th Night.
Ep 29: Leading with Purpose: How Rung Is Helping St. Louis Women Rise
Q: What is Rung for Women and how did it start?
Rung started as a resale clothing boutique in Rock Hill and evolved into a career accelerator focused on providing community, training, and wellness to help women advance professionally.

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This show spotlights St. Louis happenings through weekly interviews with local makers, restaurateurs, and organizers, focusing on food, culture, events, and community impact. Episodes highlight personal journeys, behind-the-scenes challenges, and the city's evolving scene, offering listeners practical insights for local businesses, event planning, and lifestyle discovery. A notable strength is the wide range of guests—from chefs and shop owners to festival organizers—delivering fresh, community-focused storytelling and timely takes on what's new around town.

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5. Kelly Stumpe
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7. Emma Klues
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