The 314 Podcast

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.

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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.

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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/

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In this episode of The 314 Podcast, host Sarah Fenske talks with Waller McGuire. The longtime CEO of the St. Louis Public Library talks about what brought him to St. Louis, what’s changed during his tenure, how two library branches survived a direct hit from the May 2025 tornado, and why libraries are more important now than ever. Then, Sarah chats with SLM staff writer Ryan Krull about how a plan to pay for public art around the city was passed by aldermen 16 years ago—only to be completely ignored ever since. Watch on YouTube and listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever podcasts are available. Love the show? Be sure to follow or subscribe.


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This episode is presented by NCJWSTL The Resale Shop and sponsored by Cardinals Nation. The Resale Shop is gearing up for its biggest event of the year, Couturier, October 7–10. For over 60 years, this premier resale event has featured high-quality designer clothing, accessories, and home décor at a fraction of the cost. Proceeds support NCJWSTL programs benefiting local women, children, and families. Learn more.

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In this episode of The 314 Podcast, host Sarah Fenske talks with Mary Ann Perkins, who’s running to represent the 100th district in the Missouri House. In the last two cycles, Democrats came within 200 votes of winning the seat, which represents Ballwin. Perkins explained what made her run for office for the first time, what she hears talking to voters, and why she has deep sympathy for people who are struggling to leave a party that no longer represents their values. Then, Sarah chats with SLM staff writer Ryan Krull about why the era of the speed hump is finally coming to an end in St. Louis. Watch on YouTube and listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever podcasts are available. Love the show? Be sure to follow or subscribe.


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This episode is sponsored by NCJWSTL The Resale Shop. The Resale Shop is gearing up for its biggest event of the year, Couturier! For over 60 years, this premier resale event has featured high-quality designer clothing, accessories, and home décor at a fraction of the cost. Visit Couturier October 7–10 at The Resale Shop on N. Lindbergh Boulevard. Proceeds support NCJWSTL programs benefiting local women, children, and families. Learn more.

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In this episode of The 314 Podcast, host Sarah Fenske talks with Jake Zimmerman. The county assessor recently surprised many people with the margin of his victory in the Democratic primary and now stands as the favorite to be elected St. Louis County executive in November. He shares his view of the race, his vision for the job, and what drew him back home after college in California and Harvard Law. Then, Sarah chats with SLM staff writer Ryan Krull about the scrap recycling facility that has its South City neighbors in an uproar—and what he learned by going undercover to sell scrap. Watch on YouTube and listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever podcasts are available. Love the show? Be sure to follow or subscribe.


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This episode is sponsored by St. Louis Business 500 Live. On September 23, Sarah Fenske will be moderating St. Louis Magazine’s next Business 500 Live, presented by WashU Olin Business School. Hear from three of St. Louis’ leading women executives—Penny Pennington of Edward Jones, Sandra Moore of Advantage Capital, and Alaina Maciá of MTM—to talk leadership, big decisions, and what’s next for St. Louis business. Save your seat.

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