The 314 Podcast
<p>Join <em>St. Louis Magazine</em> executive editor Sarah Fenske for conversations that dig into why things are the way they are in St. Louis — and how we can make them better. From the stories that inspire us to the challenges that push us, The 314 Podcast is here to celebrate the good, confront the bad, and untangle the complicated.</p>
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Dennis Hancock on His Bid for County Executive
In this special bonus episode of The 314 Podcast, host Sarah Fenske talks with Dennis Hancock. The St. Louis County councilman faces an uphill battle as the Republican nominee for county executive—but he explains why he believes his message is resonating even in an overwhelmingly Democratic county. He shares his ideas for tackling the county’s budget woes and shares what he learned as mayor of Fenton. Listen and follow The 314 Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever podcasts are available. See related stories and resources from this episode at https://www.stlmag.com/podcasts/314-podcast/episode-49 Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwYnyrcREHGme7iXhvDnXB6ZTWV-1RtWf Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0mJtCTOoiTpN2Jjc2VW0eE Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-314-podcast/id1793192207 New to podcasts? Follow these instructions to start listening to our shows, and hear what you’ve been missing: https://www.stlmag.com/podcasts/how-to-listen/ Have an idea for a future episode? Email podcasts@stlmag.com. Interested in being a podcast sponsor? Email advertisting@stlmag.com.Bree Maniscalco on Leading Cinema St. Louis
In this episode of The 314 Podcast, host Sarah Fenske talks with Bree Maniscalco. The executive director of Cinema St. Louis discusses how the St. Louis International Film Festival is grappling with the changes wrought by artificial intelligence, how a miraculous gift helped get the historic Hi-Pointe Theatre back to good after the 2025 tornado, and the unique path that took her from Utah to Siteman Cancer Center to a film nonprofit. Then, Sarah chats with SLM staff writer Ryan Krull about how scammers are using Bitcoin ATMs to target unsuspecting Missourians—and what attorney general Catherine Hanaway is doing in response. Listen and follow The 314 Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever podcasts are available. See related stories and resources from this episode at https://www.stlmag.com/podcasts/314-podcast/episode-48 Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwYnyrcREHGme7iXhvDnXB6ZTWV-1RtWf Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0mJtCTOoiTpN2Jjc2VW0eE Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-314-podcast/id1793192207 This episode is sponsored by Greater St. Louis, Inc. and supported by Royal Banks of Missouri. Greater St. Louis, Inc. is the civic leadership organization that focuses on growing jobs and investment in the St. Louis region. Growth. People. Place. Prosperity. Discover what’s next at https://greaterstlinc.com/ New to podcasts? Follow these instructions to start listening to our shows, and hear what you’ve been missing: https://www.stlmag.com/podcasts/how-to-listen/ Have an idea for a future episode? Email podcasts@stlmag.com. Interested in being a podcast sponsor? Email advertisting@stlmag.com.
Fred Wellman Takes On Ann Wagner
<p>In this episode of <em>The 314 Podcast</em>, host <a href="https://www.stlmag.com/author/sarah-fenske/" rel="nofollow">Sarah Fenske</a> talks with Fred Wellman, who is running against six-term U.S. Rep. Ann Wagner (R-Ballwin). A U.S. Army veteran, political consultant, and podcast host, Wellman discusses why he thinks this could be Democrats’ year, why his opponent is like a jellyfish, and what brought him back to St. Louis after decades away. Then, Sarah chats with <em>SLM</em> staff writer <a href="https://www.stlmag.com/author/ryan-krull/" rel="nofollow">Ryan Krull </a>about the big raises that the new state-run Board of Police Commissioners just bestowed upon St. Louis police officers—and why Mayor Cara Spencer was a loud “no” vote. Listen and follow <em>The 314 Podcast</em> on <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-314-podcast/id1793192207" rel="nofollow">Apple Podcasts</a>, <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/0mJtCTOoiTpN2Jjc2VW0eE" rel="nofollow">Spotify</a>, <a href="https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwYnyrcREHGme7iXhvDnXB6ZTWV-1RtWf" rel="nofollow">YouTube</a>, or wherever podcasts are available.</p> <p><strong>This episode is sponsored by <a href="http://royalbanksofmo.com/" rel="nofollow">Royal Banks of Missouri </a>and supported by <a href="http://slpl.org/" rel="nofollow">St. Louis Public Library Foundation</a>. </strong>Discover how Royal Banks of Missouri can help you navigate 2026 with confidence! They’re more than a bank; their team will serve as trusted partners at any point in your journey and provide personalized solutions to set you up for financial success. <a href="http://royalbanksofmo.com/" rel="nofollow">Learn more.</a></p> <p><strong>New to podcasts? </strong><a href="https://www.stlmag.com/podcasts/how-to-listen/" rel="nofollow">Follow these instructions</a> to start listening to our shows, and hear what you’ve been missing!</p> <p><strong>Want more? </strong>Check out all of <em>St. Louis Magazine’s </em><a href="https://www.stlmag.com/podcasts/" rel="nofollow">podcasts</a>.</p> <p><strong>Have an idea for a future episode? </strong>Send your thoughts or feedback by emailing <a href="mailto:podcasts@stlmag.com" rel="nofollow">podcasts@stlmag.com</a>.</p> <p><strong>Interested in being a podcast sponsor? </strong>Contact Lauren Leppert at <a href="mailto:lleppert@stlmag.com" rel="nofollow">lleppert@stlmag.com</a>.</p> <p><strong>You may also enjoy these <em>SLM</em> stories:</strong></p> <ul> <li><a href="https://www.stlmag.com/news/stlouis-police-union-7-percent-raise/" rel="nofollow">Police board gears up to give St. Louis police another 7 percent raise</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.stlmag.com/news/ray-hartmann-is-convinced-he-can-beat-u-s-rep-ann-wagner%E2%80%94and/" rel="nofollow">Ray Hartmann is convinced he can win—and he’ll happily tell you why</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.stlmag.com/news/state-control-of-st-louis-police-costs/" rel="nofollow">State control of St. Louis police brings added costs beyond salary increases</a></li> <li><a href="https://store.stlmag.com/" rel="nofollow">Shop<em> The 314 Podcast</em> and St. Louis Daily merch</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.stlmag.com/podcasts/314-podcast/" rel="nofollow">More episodes of <em>The 314 Podcast</em></a></li> </ul> <p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>Comptroller Darlene Green Sounds Off
<p>In this debut episode of <em>The 314 Podcast</em>, host <a href="https://www.stlmag.com/api/pv/gjiPNpESCkwod3gM4kfcKGXaQwRQ1F39xRM52uJjIE4xCgflmJhBY2rPv07zzQiU/++/topics/sarah-fenske/" rel="nofollow">Sarah Fenske</a> talks with longtime St. Louis Comptroller <a href="https://www.stlouis-mo.gov/government/departments/comptroller/profiles/about-comptroller-darlene-green.cfm" rel="nofollow">Darlene Green</a>. The city’s chief financial officer talks about her high-profile call for private operators to help the city deal with icy streets, why St. Louis voters are in a cranky mood these days, and why she isn’t willing to cede her seat—yet. Then, Sarah chats with <em>SLM</em> staff writer <a href="https://www.stlmag.com/api/pv/gjiPNpESCkwod3gM4kfcKGXaQwRQ1F39xRM52uJjIE4xCgflmJhBY2rPv07zzQiU/++/topics/ryan-krull/" rel="nofollow">Ryan Krull </a>about how fallout from snowstorm that hit the city on January 5 may affect the mayoral race in March. Listen and follow <em>The 314 Podcast</em> on <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-314-podcast/id1793192207" rel="nofollow">Apple Podcasts</a>, <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/0mJtCTOoiTpN2Jjc2VW0eE" rel="nofollow">Spotify</a>, <a href="https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwYnyrcREHGme7iXhvDnXB6ZTWV-1RtWf" rel="nofollow">YouTube</a>, or wherever podcasts are available.</p> <p><strong>This episode is sponsored by <a href="http://cardinals.com/events" rel="nofollow">Cardinals Special Events</a>. </strong>Looking for an exciting event space for a rehearsal dinner, fundraiser, corporate function, or something in between? Bring your group to Busch Stadium for a uniquely St. Louis venue. Visit <a href="http://cardinals.com/events" rel="nofollow">cardinals.com/events </a>for more information.</p> <p><strong>Have an idea for a future episode? </strong>Send your thoughts or feedback by emailing <a href="mailto:podcasts@stlmag.com" rel="nofollow">podcasts@stlmag.com</a>.</p> <p><strong>Interested in being a podcast sponsor? </strong>Contact Lauren Leppert at <a href="mailto:lleppert@stlmag.com" rel="nofollow">lleppert@stlmag.com</a>.</p> <p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>