Episodes

  • Three Good Things: Embracing time change and winter darkness

    Three Good Things: Embracing time change and winter darkness
    Nov 3 2024
    With up-to-the-minute news, information, weather and sports, no other station can match KMOX's coverage of the latest breaking stories.
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    4 mins
  • Roaming St. Louis: Midtown's creative space for 'Work and Leisure'

    Roaming St. Louis: Midtown's creative space for 'Work and Leisure'
    Nov 3 2024
    With up-to-the-minute news, information, weather and sports, no other station can match KMOX's coverage of the latest breaking stories.
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    14 mins
  • Religious Voting Trends and the U.S. Election

    Religious Voting Trends and the U.S. Election
    Nov 3 2024
    As the U.S. gears up for the upcoming election, host Fred Bodimer examines the critical role of the religious vote. He highlights the uncertainty among Catholics, who constitute 23% of the population, and discusses the possibility of Evangelicals staying home. The episode also explores the support for Vice President Kamala Harris among Black Protestants and the shifting sentiments of Jewish voters regarding the Democratic Party's stance on Israel. Additionally, Fred addresses the complexities within the Muslim vote, which may divide due to recent Middle East policies, and the growing influence of non-religious voters in the Democratic Party. Join Fred for a comprehensive look at how these dynamics could shape the election outcomes.
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    3 mins
  • This Week in Health: E. Coli Tragedy, Healthcare Worker Vaccinations, Mask Mandates, and the Ozempic Shortage

    This Week in Health: E. Coli Tragedy, Healthcare Worker Vaccinations, Mask Mandates, and the Ozempic Shortage
    Nov 3 2024
    This week’s health news brings attention to significant topics impacting public health. Fred Bodimer covers the tragic story of an 88-year-old Colorado man who passed away from an E. coli infection, potentially due to cross-contaminated onions from McDonald's and Burger King. In other news, low vaccination rates among U.S. healthcare workers are raising concerns, with fewer than one in six receiving the latest COVID vaccine. As respiratory illnesses surge, California hospitals are re-implementing mask mandates to protect vulnerable patients. The episode also discusses a UK study showing how regular and weekend exercise can reduce the risk of mild dementia and the recent addition of Ozempic and Victoza to the FDA's drug shortage list, signaling potential treatment challenges.
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    4 mins
  • Election 2024 Predictions: Hancock and Kelley on Presidential Power, Polls, and Amendments

    Election 2024 Predictions: Hancock and Kelley on Presidential Power, Polls, and Amendments
    Nov 3 2024
    Scott Jagow hosts John Hancock and Michael Kelley to dive into their predictions and insights on Election 2024. As the election nears, Hancock remains calm, confident life will continue as usual no matter the outcome. Kelley, though already having voted early, feels lingering anxiety over the results. Both agree that presidential power has expanded beyond what the Founders intended, with the office becoming almost "imperial." They share differing predictions, with Hancock leaning toward Harris due to polling trends, while Kelley, initially favoring Trump, now also foresees a Harris win, citing strong turnout strategies.
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    8 mins
  • Three Good Things About Darkness: Winter's Hidden Benefits

    Three Good Things About Darkness: Winter's Hidden Benefits
    Nov 3 2024
    cott Jagow celebrates the often-overlooked benefits of winter darkness in this segment of Three Good Things. He explores how darkness and colder months promote a range of positive effects, from improved health and sleep quality to enhanced creativity. Drawing on insights from Paul Bogard, author of The End of Night, Jagow explains that melatonin production triggered by darkness supports mood and memory. He also highlights how darkness invites cultural slowness and quiet, allowing people to unwind and recharge.
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    6 mins
  • Chat with Stu Mac: Iconic Baseball Movies That Hit Home

    Chat with Stu Mac: Iconic Baseball Movies That Hit Home
    Nov 2 2024
    Scott Jagow and Stuart McMillan take a nostalgic journey through their favorite baseball movies. Scott, a proud Dodgers fan celebrating another World Series win, and Stu Mac dive into classics like The Natural, marveling at Robert Redford's iconic performance and the film's mystical allure. They reminisce over the laughs from Major League and Bad News Bears and share childhood memories tied to The Sandlot. The duo also reflects on the emotional depth of Field of Dreams and the quirky charm of Bull Durham. A must-listen for baseball fans counting down to spring training!
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    7 mins
  • Mickey Bergman on High-Stakes Hostage Negotiations and the Art of Fringe Diplomacy

    Mickey Bergman on High-Stakes Hostage Negotiations and the Art of Fringe Diplomacy
    Nov 2 2024
    : International negotiator and author Mickey Bergman joins KMOX to discuss his groundbreaking work in "fringe diplomacy"—a unique approach to freeing Americans held abroad. Bergman, a former Israeli paratrooper, shares stories from his high-stakes negotiations, including cases involving Brittney Griner, Trevor Reed, and Otto Warmbier. He emphasizes the importance of emotional intelligence in understanding adversarial mindsets and discusses the complex balance between government constraints and private efforts
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    8 mins