Saint Louis In Tune

About Saint Louis In Tune

Welcome to St Louis In Tune! Thank you for joining us for fresh perspectives on issues and events with experts, community leaders, and everyday people who are making a difference that shapes our society and world. The show is co-hosted by Arnold Stricker and Mark Langston.

Publisher

Motif Media Group, LLC

Category

education · history · society & culture

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

5 Nov 2018

Latest episode

15 Sept 2026

Latest episodes

416 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   15 Sept 2026

   Rocking the Legacy: A Conversation with Jefferson Starship's Icons

   Our conversation was like we were on a tour bus with Jefferson Starship original member David Freiberg and current lead vocalist Cathy Richardson. We trace David’s arc from the 60s San Francisco scene (Quicksilver Messenger Service, Jefferson Airplane, and yes, the Starship family tree) to being that humble glue-guy who’d rather make the song work than hog the spotlight. Cathy walks in with Broadway chops (she played Janis Joplin in Love Janice) and then casually becomes the modern voice of Jefferson Starship (with Grace Slick’s endorsement at the GRAMMY Salute to Music Legends). We get behind-the-scenes magic: the Miracles studio night, Pete Sears tracking bass on their new single "Jetpack," and recording in the very rooms where legends were made in Sausalito. Beyond the nostalgia, we also look into the practical stuff: what keeps a decades-old band alive (low ego, real friendship, and a shared mission), how they psych themselves up before stadiums with a ritual we now lovingly call "the clump," and the surprising logistics (yes, sometimes the bass is coming from a keyboard). The conversation moves from thoughtful nostalgia to the realities of the road, long bus days, the thrill of thousands of voices, and the joy of still having more music left. If you want a warm, honest look at longevity in rock with a side of good-natured ribbing, this is the one. [00:00] Jefferson Starship Intro [00:33] Show Welcome and Sponsor [01:02] Meet David and Cathy [03:08] Still Touring at 88 [05:16] Band Chemistry and Mission [07:04] David the Glue and Ego [08:28] Making of Jane [09:44] Favorite Moments and Miracles [11:33] Cathy Journey to Frontwoman [14:30] Grace Slick and Hall of Fame [15:46] Tour Energy and The Clump [19:56] Musical Roots and Training [23:47] St Charles Show Details [24:05] Advice for Young Musicians [26:22] New Single Jet Pack [28:57] Thanks and Closing [29:36] Play Jet Pack and Sign Off Takeaways: We’ve kept Jefferson Starship alive by putting egos aside and focusing on the song, not stardom. David learned to be the glue by playing whatever fit the song, valuing arrangements and team contributions over personal spotlight every single time on stage and in studio. Cathy never imagined fronting Jefferson Starship, but portraying Janis opened doors and taught her to step into historic shoes confidently. Tour life is brutal and boring between shows, so JS invented the "clump" ritual to "psych ourselves up and blow each other's lungs out before hitting the stage." If you want it, do it: gig constantly, record your songs, hustle smart, and understand success can mean many sustainable musical lives, not just global superstardom. We put out "Jetpack" to have new conversation starters on tour, recording in the same Sausalito room where classic Jefferson Starship magic was made. Musicians don't retire — we stop when the music's gone; honestly, we still wake up hungry, so we're in it till we drop. Home Page - Jefferson Starship (https://www.jeffersonstarship.com/) YouTube - Jefferson Starship (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCi3cZGe7qFaPKgglsYsczbQ) Facebook - Jefferson Starship (https://www.facebook.com/officialjeffersonstarship) X - Jefferson Starship (https://x.com/JStarship) This is Season 9! For more episodes, go to stlintune.com (https://stlintune.com/) #jeffersonstarship #rockband #psychedelicrock #stcharlesfamilyarena #graceslick #paulkantner #davidfreiberg #cathyrichardson

2. 

   15 Sept 2026

   The Little People Social Club

   Entrepreneur, filmmaker, and novelist Jonathan Bricklin discusses his latest project: reviving the Little People Social Club in New York City. Bricklin, who co-founded SPiN ping pong social clubs and opened a Western-themed pickleball saloon in Texas, explains the club will be designed and scaled for little people but open to everyone, featuring a speakeasy entrance, a low-counter main bar, classic parlor games (billiards, ping pong, shuffleboard, foosball, air hockey, backgammon, chess, darts), duckpin bowling, a disco dance floor, and a curated puppet theater. Our conversation also focused on inclusion and the lack of accommodations for little people, and Jonathan outlines membership options including founding, annual, and week-long passes priced by height. He partnered with UK creator Fats Timbo in this endeavor and is still deciding between two potential locations and expects clarity closer to December. [00:00] Meet Jonathan Bricklin [01:59] Little People Club Origin [03:38] Designing the Space [05:58] Open to Everyone [07:29] Partnering with Fats Timbo [09:37] From SPIN to Saloon [11:45] Membership and Pricing [13:28] Photos and Visual Style [15:01] Why Physical Connection Matters [18:50] Dance Floor and Pitch [20:17] Opening Plans and Pushback [23:21] Hosts Reflect and Wrap Takeaways: We chatted with Jonathan Bricklin about the Little People Social Club — a practical, scaled social space designed for little people but cheerfully open to everyone. The club's quirky features — a speakeasy entrance, very low bar, ping pong, duck pin bowling, puppet theater, and a disco dance floor — all meant to spark real-life conversations. A fun bit of serendipity: Jonathan found and partnered with Fat Timbo via ChatGPT to get authentic little-person design input and avoid tokenizing the project. The business reality: there simply aren’t huge local populations of little people, so memberships, visitor curiosity, and broader public support are critical for financial sustainability. Accessibility and inclusion — designing for little people is like adding curb cuts: it corrects an overlooked everyday barrier and normalizes diverse bodies in public spaces. This isn’t a gimmick or exploitation plot — while we hope it succeeds financially, the main aim is to create lasting social connections and celebrate cultural diversity. Home Page - Little People Social Club (https://www.littlepeoplesocialclub.com/) X - Little People Social Club (https://x.com/waterslideman) Instagram - Little People Social Club (https://www.instagram.com/littlepeoplesocialclub) This is Season 9! For more episodes, go to stlintune.com (https://stlintune.com/) #littlepeoplesocialclub #littlepeople #socialclubs #newyorkcityclubs #jonathanbricklin #inclusion

3. 

   8 Sept 2026

   Voices of 9/11: Personal Stories and Artistic Tributes

   Arnold Stricker and co-host Mark Langston introduce a special rebroadcast for the 25th remembrance of September 11, featuring remarks from the show’s 20th anniversary guests: photographer Henry Leutwyler and writer Kimberly Rex. Leutwyler discusses his National Geographic portfolio of recovered 9/11 objects, “Sacred Dust,” created by photographing items from the 9/11 Museum archives with a respectful, “portrait of objects” approach. He describes the selection process, the two-week shoot using respirators due to lingering dust, and the emotional flashbacks and smell encountered when opening containers. Rex, whose father died on the 104th floor of Tower One, reflects on enduring family grief, therapy, mental health impacts, how 9/11 continues to affect their lives through later illnesses, her writing as a form of honoring her father, her Ground Zero anniversary experience, and her belief that 9/11 is a sacred day that must be honored. Let us honor the memories of those lost and recognize the profound impact of 9/11 on countless lives. While we may not have the answers to the questions that linger, we can choose to remember, reflect, honor the legacies left behind, and ensure that the stories of those we lost are never forgotten. [00:00] 25th Remembrance Intro [01:36] Meet Photographer Henry Leutwyler [02:55] Portraits of Objects [04:13] Choosing Museum Artifacts [08:03] Sacred Dust Reality [08:53] Manhattan Flashbacks [11:41] Behind the Shoot [13:37] Henry Closing Thanks [13:49] Meet Writer Kimberly Rex [14:35] Grief That Lingers [17:48] Writing and Motherhood [20:43] Telling Kids About Dad [22:37] Ground Zero Anniversary [25:35] What Never Forget Means [27:40] Final Thanks and Close Takeaways: This episode marks 25 years since 9/11, reflecting on loss and remembrance. Photographer Henry Leutwyler's work captures the essence of 9/11 through recovered objects. Kimberly Rex shares her personal journey of grief after losing her father on 9/11. The emotional weight of 9/11 continues to impact families years after the tragedy. Henry emphasizes the importance of respecting the items he photographed, calling them sacred dust. Both guests highlight the ongoing struggle with grief and how it shapes their lives today. Listen to the Complete Conversations 9/11 Tribute: Capturing a Privileged Moment by Henry Leutwyler (https://www.stlintune.com/911-tribute-capturing-a-privileged-moment-by-henry-leutwyler/) 9/11 Tribute: Relecting on Losing a Father on 9/11 by Kimberly Rex (https://www.stlintune.com/911-tribute-relecting-on-losing-a-father-on-911-by-kimberly-rex/) Kimberly Rex, Writer - Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/kimrexwrites/) Kimberly Rex - LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimberly-rex-962065b3/) Kimberly Rex - Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/kimrexwrites/) Henry Leutwyler: Sacred Dust, photographs by Henry Leutwyler at Foley Gallery (https://www.henryleutwyler.com/posts/1224/sacred-dust) Press Release Leutwyler SacredDust.pdf (https://s3.amazonaws.com/henryleutwyler-prod/images/5008/original.pdf?1629532093) Henry Leutwyler: Journal (https://www.henryleutwyler.com/) Henry Leutwyler - Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/henryleutwyler/?hl=en) Henry Leutwyler Studio - Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063470750351#) Henry Leutwyler - Threads (https://www.threads.com/@henryleutwyler?xmt=AQG0qLz8iejHHsEdOB578Qi9lIIVbdZEAGWP5eRpxClXUko) Henry Leutwyler - LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/henry-leutwyler-333b9372/) This is Season 9! For more episodes, go to stlintune.com (https://stlintune.com/) #9/11remembrance #911 #twintowers #nypd #nyfd #september11 #sacreddust #cnn #washingtonpost #griefandrecovery

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• Caitlin Yeager
• Jack Marsh
• Harry Weber
• Miriam Moynihan
• Ryan Buckley

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Engagement

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