The 314 Podcast

• Alan Greenblatt On Standing Up To Trump

  In this episode of The 314 Podcast, host Sarah Fenske talks with Alan Greenblatt, former editor of Governing magazine. The Webster Groves-based Greenblatt, who quit his job rather than kill a story criticizing the Trump administration, discusses self-censorship, the national media’s myopia, and the reaction to his decision. Then, Sarah chats with SLM staff writer Ryan Krull about a high-profile incident in South St. Louis County involving a Black police officer and the three construction workers accused of beating him up. Listen and follow The 314 Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever podcasts are available. New to podcasts? Follow these instructions to start listening to our shows, and hear what you’ve been missing! Have an idea for a future episode? Send your thoughts or feedback by emailing [email protected]. Interested in being a podcast sponsor? Contact Lauren Leppert at [email protected]. You may also enjoy these SLM stories: New revelations heighten dueling narratives in South County beatdown More episodes of The 314 Podcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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• Can St. Louis Compete? ft. Marc Schreiber

  In this episode of The 314 Podcast, host Sarah Fenske talks with St. Louis Sports Commission president Marc Schreiber about his nonprofit’s work selling St. Louis to the organizers of sporting events—and an idea they have that would allow the privately funded nonprofit to better compete with their taxpayer-supported rivals in other cities. Then, Sarah chats with SLM staff writer Ryan Krull about the St. Louis Board of Aldermen’s foray into international politics, with a resolution inspired by the war in Gaza that has triggered some skepticism. Listen and follow The 314 Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever podcasts are available. This episode is sponsored by Saint Louis Art Museum and supported by the 2026 Prevagen U.S. Figure Skating Championships. Don’t miss Anselm Kiefer: Becoming the Sea, a monumental exhibition at the Saint Louis Art Museum. As the artist’s first American retrospective in more than 20 years, the exhibit features iconic pieces from Kiefer’s storied career alongside new, massive, site-specific installations. The exhibition is free and on display through January 25. Learn more. New to podcasts? Follow these instructions to start listening to our shows, and hear what you’ve been missing! Have an idea for a future episode? Send your thoughts or feedback by emailing [email protected]. Interested in being a podcast sponsor? Contact Lauren Leppert at [email protected]. You may also enjoy these SLM stories: St. Louis Business 500: Marc Schreiber, St. Louis Sports Commission Sports tourism expected to have a major impact on St. Louis this spring St. Louis aldermen pass resolution urging divestment from war, but impact is unclear See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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• Why Former State Rep Said Goodbye to St. Louis City

  In this episode of The 314 Podcast, host Sarah Fenske talks with former state representative Peter Merideth about his family’s decision to move from the city of St. Louis to St. Louis County—and what city leaders could do to prevent the flight of families like his. Then, Sarah chats with SLM staff writer Ryan Krull about a St. Louis prosecutor’s unusual involvement in the criminal case against New York attorney general Letitia James. Listen and follow The 314 Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever podcasts are available. This episode is sponsored by Cardinals Nation Restaurant & Bar and supported by the 2026 Prevagen U.S. Figure Skating Championships. Open year round, Cardinals Nation Restaurant & Bar is the perfect hangout spot in Ballpark Village. Their menu is a home run, made to satisfy major league appetites. Check out their current menu and reserve your table. New to podcasts? Follow these instructions to start listening to our shows, and hear what you’ve been missing! Have an idea for a future episode? Send your thoughts or feedback by emailing [email protected]. Interested in being a podcast sponsor? Contact Lauren Leppert at [email protected]. You may also enjoy these SLM stories: St. Louis prosecutor co-leads Virginia prosecution of New York AG 11 helpful education-related organizations in St. Louis See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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• Could Data Centers Threaten City Foundry? ft. Steve Smith

  In this episode of The 314 Podcast, host Sarah Fenske talks with Steve Smith, CEO of development firm New + Found, about his efforts to bring vibrancy to downtown and Midtown—and why Smith is worried that the two big data centers proposed for sites near his thriving City Foundry project could slow the neighborhood’s momentum. Then, Sarah chats with SLM staff writer Ryan Krull about Missouri’s price-gouging case against Dollar General—and what it tells us about new Attorney General Catherine Hanaway. Listen and follow The 314 Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever podcasts are available. This episode is sponsored by Westport Plaza. Oktoberfest takes over Westport Plaza October 17–18. Enjoy live music, cheer on traditional German dancers, test your grip in the stein-holding competition, and feast on authentic German eats and ice-cold brews. Bring your crew, raise a stein, and make it a Westport weekend! Learn more. New to podcasts? Follow these instructions to start listening to our shows, and hear what you’ve been missing! Have an idea for a future episode? Send your thoughts or feedback by emailing [email protected]. Interested in being a podcast sponsor? Contact Lauren Leppert at [email protected]. You may also enjoy these SLM stories: City Foundry visits and tax receipts keep ticking up City Foundry goes big on events, booking performers and a Wednesday art market New concert venue The Sovereign is coming to Grand Center Dollar General’s deceptive pricing has Missouri AG pushing for restitution See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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• Leland Vittert on Surviving Burroughs—and Trump

  In this episode of The 314 Podcast, host Sarah Fenske talks with NewsNation anchor Leland Vittert, who shares how growing up with autism and enduring bullying at some top St. Louis prep schools helped prepare him for the “viper pit” of TV journalism in Washington, D.C.—and discusses being let go from Fox News over his aggressive questioning of President Donald Trump’s administration. Then, Sarah chats with SLM staff writer Ryan Krull about his coverage of Dara Daugherty, whom the city has accused of running illegal rooming houses, but who continues to hold on to her real estate empire. Listen and follow The 314 Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever podcasts are available. This episode is sponsored by Classic Aire Care. With over 4,000 five-star reviews, they are the experts in making your life more comfortable. To learn more about extending the life of your HVAC system with Classic Aire Care’s membership maintenance plans, visit classicairecare.com. New to podcasts? Follow these instructions to start listening to our shows, and hear what you’ve been missing! Have an idea for a future episode? Send your thoughts or feedback by emailing [email protected]. Interested in being a podcast sponsor? Contact Lauren Leppert at [email protected]. You may also enjoy these SLM stories: Accused slumlord Dara Daugherty files for bankruptcy, complicating the city’s plans Benton Park neighbors target slumlord’s nuisance property See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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