Episódios

  • Tornado Aftermath and Missouri Politics

    Tornado Aftermath and Missouri Politics
    May 18 2025
    Scott Jagow sits down with John Hancock and Michael Kelley to reflect on the aftermath of a powerful storm that hit St. Louis. While John reports minimal damage, Michael shares how severely it impacted his area. They commend the city’s quick response, from workers in the streets to comprehensive media coverage. The conversation shifts to Missouri politics, with John applauding the governor’s legislative wins and Michael voicing concerns over lawmakers overturning voter decisions on abortion and sick leave. Both agree abortion will resurface on the ballot, but differ on how voters will respond.
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    8 minutos
  • Finding Purpose Through Sports and Writing

    Finding Purpose Through Sports and Writing
    May 18 2025
    In this edition of Three Good Things, Scott Jagow features audio from Wall Street Journal sports columnist Jason Gay’s recent commencement speech at the University of Wisconsin–Madison. As the graduation speaker, Gay shared powerful reflections on how life is shaped by choices, talent, education, and values like kindness, courage, and perseverance. He explained the difference between goals and purpose, arguing that a deeper sense of purpose leads to a longer, happier life. Through the lens of sports and writing, Gay offered graduates—and listeners—timeless life lessons.
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    6 minutos
  • Roaming St. Louis: Basso brings light to Westport Plaza

    Roaming St. Louis: Basso brings light to Westport Plaza
    May 18 2025
    In this week's Roaming St. Louis segment, KMOX host Scott Jagow visits the new Basso location at Westport Plaza as well as The Porter, a 255-unit apartment complex there.
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    14 minutos
  • Historic Papal Selection: Pope Leo's Emergence

    Historic Papal Selection: Pope Leo's Emergence
    May 18 2025
    One week after the surprise election of Pope Leo XIII—the first American pope—Fred Bodimer talks with St. Louis Archbishop Mitchell Rozanski, who reflects on hearing the news at O’Hare Airport and shares his thoughts on the Holy Spirit’s choice. The episode explores Pope Leo’s recent address to diplomats, emphasizing the importance of the nuclear family and the dignity of the unborn and elderly, as well as how his diverse experiences in the U.S., Peru, and the broader Church may shape his pastoral leadership.
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    4 minutos
  • Three Good Things: Stories of Motherhood, Love, and Resilience

    Three Good Things: Stories of Motherhood, Love, and Resilience
    May 11 2025
    In this special “Three Good Things” episode, Scott Jagow shares moving stories of motherhood from StoryCorps, highlighting themes of love, sacrifice, and resilience. Listeners will meet Lourdes, a migrant worker who inspired her son to pursue an education while working in the fields; Jamie and her daughter Daily, who recall the emotional journey of international adoption from China; and Yomi, who was born with a rare genetic disorder, and the mother whose unwavering care shaped her life. These personal accounts reflect the powerful, diverse, and deeply human experiences of motherhood.
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    5 minutos
  • Cardinals Surge, Blues Heartbreak & Sports Leadership with Ackerman and Jagow

    Cardinals Surge, Blues Heartbreak & Sports Leadership with Ackerman and Jagow
    May 11 2025
    Scott Jagow and Tom Ackerman break down a red-hot seven-game win streak for the Cardinals, powered by strong pitching and promising young talent. They also reflect on the Blues’ crushing playoff loss to the Winnipeg Jets and what it means for the team’s future. Looking ahead to the next Sports Show, they preview conversations with guests like Joseph Newgarden and Doug Armstrong, covering everything from performance and fan engagement to leadership and the emotional highs and lows of competition.
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    13 minutos
  • Week in Politics: A New Pope, Missouri Showdowns, and St. Louis at a Crossroads

    Week in Politics: A New Pope, Missouri Showdowns, and St. Louis at a Crossroads
    May 11 2025
    John Hancock and Kelley break down the biggest stories in politics from the Vatican to Jefferson City. The election of the first American-born Pope, Leo XIV, signals a new chapter in global religious leadership as he calls for peace in Ukraine and Gaza. Closer to home, the Missouri State Legislature faces internal tension with major bills hanging in the balance. In St. Louis, a new mayor takes office amid population decline and calls for regional revitalization. The duo also explores growing concern over federal tariff policies and their potential impact on economic growth.
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    7 minutos
  • Pope Leo XIV: The First American Pontiff and a New Era for the Church

    Pope Leo XIV: The First American Pontiff and a New Era for the Church
    May 11 2025
    History is made as Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost of Chicago becomes Pope Leo the 14th—the first American ever elected to the papacy. This episode covers his background, from Villanova University to missionary work in Peru and leadership roles in the Vatican. We dive into the papal conclave's decision-making process, the emphasis on unity and faith over politics, and global reactions to this groundbreaking moment. Hear about the Pope’s first mass in the Sistine Chapel and his call for the Church to walk together as a community of believers.
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    4 minutos