Mike Isaacson 6-28-25
The Muny's Executive Producer and Artistic Director Mike Isaacson joins the show to talk about what the Muny means to the St. Louis community.
Jun 27, 2025•38 min
The Rachel Zimmerman Show
Welcome to the Rachel Zimmerman Show! Focusing on all the great parts of our St. Louis community, Rachel provides hopeful commentary while having fun with her listeners. Thanks for being here.
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Episodes
Gun Violence Prevention 6-21-25
This episode we focus on Gun Violence Prevention month with Jessica Meyers from the St. Louis Area Violence Prevention Center. Then, photographer/artist Bailey Rodgers previews her new exhibit "How Many Daughters/How Many Sons".
Jun 20, 2025•38 min
Alderman Michael Browning 6-14-25
St. Louis Alderman Michael Browning from Ward 09 joins Rachel to talk about the aftermath of the May 16th tornado, traffic safety in STL, lowering filing fees to run for office, and more.
Jun 13, 2025•38 min
Alexis Zotos 5-24-25
Alexis Zotos joins Rachel to talk about her departure from KMOV, balancing work with being a busy mom, and what's next for her in her hometown of St. Louis! Also - KMOX is teaming up with The Red Cross to help support those who have been impacted by the devastating storms in St. Louis. Your donation is kept LOCAL if you donate at kmox.com/redcross - thank you!
May 23, 2025•38 min
Women Rising and Celebrate St. Louis 5-18-25
Gabriela Ramirez Arellano and Ashley Nordman join Rachel to talk about their new show, Women Rising St. Louis! Then, Tim Meers from Celebrate St. Louis gives us a preview of what to expect for this year's July 4th celebrations!
May 16, 2025•38 min
Alex Rich 5-10-25
Alex Rich from Y98 and Jews in the Lou joins the show this week!
May 09, 2025•38 min
Mike Bush 5-3-25
St. Louis media legend Mike Bush from KSDK joins Rachel this week to discuss his long career and what he's most proud of.
May 02, 2025•38 min
Chef Loryn Nalic 4-26-25
The wonderful Chef Loryn Nalic of Balkan Treat Box and Telva at the Ridge joins Rachel this week to talk about being a James Beard Finalist for Best Chef - Midwest!
Apr 25, 2025•38 min
Tom Ackerman 4-19-25
KMOX Sports Director Tom Ackerman talks about the legacy of KMOX, his career, and the value of sports to our culture here in St. Louis.
Apr 18, 2025•38 min
Chef Juwan Rice 4-12-25
Chef Juwan Rice from Rated Test Kitchen joins the show to talk about his rise to success and the realities of being a creative in St. Louis.
Apr 11, 2025•40 min
Daniela Velazquez 4-4-25
Alderwoman Daniela Velazquez from the 6th Ward joins the show to talk about St. Louis issues, including her idea for a city manager position!
Apr 04, 2025•38 min
Alvin Reid 3-28-25
Alvin Reid of Donnybrook and the St. Louis American joins Rachel this week!
Mar 28, 2025•37 min
Aida Ade 3-21-25
Singer/Songwriter Aida Ade joins the show for an interview and a beautiful performance - learn about her writing process and how mental health is a huge theme in her work.
Mar 21, 2025•36 min
314 Day 3-7-25
314 Day founder Tatum Polk and 314 Day Foundation's Jami Balentine join the program to talk 314 Day 2025!
Mar 07, 2025•35 min
Orlandez Lewis 2-28-25
Orlandez Lewis is a vinyl enthusiast and radio personality from St. Louis - in this episode, he and Rachel discuss records, music, loss, and the things you learn as you get older.
Feb 28, 2025•34 min
Jeff B. Davis 2-21-25
Actor, comedian, and improv pro Jeff B. Davis joins Rachel via Zoom to talk about his upcoming shows in STL with Whose Live Anyway!
Feb 21, 2025•38 min
Missouri Appleseed 2-14-25
Liza Weiss with Missouri Appleseed joins the show, as does April Foster with Keyway Center for Diversion and Re-entry!
Feb 14, 2025•38 min
Brock Seals 2-7-25
The super talented artist Brock Seals joins the Rachel Zimmerman Show to talk about his exhibit at City Museum!
Feb 07, 2025•38 min
Women's Foundation of Greater St. Louis and NLEC selling shelter 1-31-25
Rachel chats with Kristy Bourgeois of the Women's Foundation of Greater St. Louis! Plus, KMOX reporter Sean Malone tells us about the NLEC selling their downtown building.
Jan 31, 2025•38 min
Brain Health and LA Fires 1-16-25
This week, Rachel talks to Dr. Patrick K. Porter about the importance of keeping your brain healthy. Plus, LA resident Eric Stolze shares his story in the midst of the LA wildfires.
Jan 16, 2025•37 min
Anger at Health Care Companies 1-10-25
Why are so many Americans angry about our healthcare system? Rachel explores the topic this week and talks to Dr. Bill Hennessy and SLU's Keli Jackson to learn more.
Jan 10, 2025•38 min
Fnnch and Wisdom 12-20-24
Kirkwood born street artist fnnch tells us about a reception at City Museum on 12/22- plus, Dr. Laura Gabayan talks holiday anxiety and the pursuit of wisdom!
Dec 20, 2024•35 min
Sean O'Brien and Sold on St. Louis 12-13-24
Comedian Sean O'Brien talks his new podcast "The Consumers"! Plus, we learn about the MO History Museum's locally-driven gift shop!
Dec 13, 2024•35 min
Third Spaces - Fortuna Games 12-6-24
Dr. Pablo Seward Delaporte from SLU teaches us about Third Spaces - and then we will talk to Ashely and Hannah from Fortuna Games, a local third space!
Dec 06, 2024•38 min
Audacy personality CLIP SHOW 11-27-24
Enjoy this compilation of clips from Audacy on-air personalities who have been on the show!
Nov 27, 2024•38 min
OFS and Holiday Concerts 11-22-24
This week, Rachel talks to Melissa Weissler from Operation Food Search. Plus, Lt. Colonel Dustin M. Doyle of the US Air Force Band of Mid America talks their holiday concert series!
Nov 22, 2024•33 min
Mr. Blue Sky, Winter Blues, and Winterfest 11-15-24
Mr. Blue Sky, an ELO tribute band, performs "Evil Woman" on the show - catch them at the Pageant on November 22nd. Plus, Dr. Greg Hammer talks about the winter blues, and we brighten up from the winter blues with Camille Brooks from Winterfest!
Nov 15, 2024•36 min
Steve Ewing and Political Memes 11-8-24
Steve Ewing talks The Urge and Steve's Hotdogs! Plud, SLU professor Keli Jackson talks political memes and Moosylvania's Andrew Cohen talks Moosespace!
Nov 08, 2024•34 min
Naresh Kumar and Andy Cohen 11-1-24
Naresh Kumar raises awareness for human trafficking and talks about his multi-country bike rides, plus STL's own Andy Cohen joins the Rachel Zimmerman Show!
Nov 01, 2024•35 min
Keyway Center for Diversion and Re-entry 10-25-24
April Foster from Keyway talks about the important work the center is doing for diversion and re-entry. Kemi Awosile talks the upcoming Dia de los Muertos festival at MO History Museum.
Oct 25, 2024•35 min
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