The St. Louis American was published in 1928 to give the Black Community a voice. Carol sits down with Dr. Donald Suggs, Publisher of the St. Louis American, on what role this publication has today, journalism now, and his career.

Carol speaks with Valerie Patton, DEI Officer of Greater St. Louis Inc., on how are local DEI Efforts changing the economic landscape for black and brown residents in St. Louis?

Carol sits down with the founder of a new organization in St. Louis called "UnGUN Institute." Dr. Marty Casey's mission is to address the city's issue with violent crime by addressing the deeper issue of trauma and the lived experiences of those in marginalized communities.

Carol shares a special message and expresses gratitude on behalf of Nine PBS for the Thanksgiving holiday.

Content Warning: Suicide. Koran Bolden is the founder and chief motivation officer of Bold Moves Agency, a marketing social media and community action agency with offices in St. Louis and Atlanta, Georgia. He sat down with Carol to discuss his mental health, what stopped him from taking his own life and why, as a young Black man, he is being so transparent about his decision to seek therapy.

Carol Daniel continues her conversation with Neal Richardson, president and CEO of the St. Louis Development Corporation, on creating equitable growth and prosperity for disinvested parts of St. Louis. Visit the webpage for more information at www.ninepbs.org/listenstl

Marvin Steele, president and CEO of Heartland St. Louis Black Chamber of Commerce, discusses why Black business ownership in the St. Louis region should matter to everyone.

Neal Richardson, president and CEO of the St. Louis Development Corporation, on creating equitable growth and prosperity for disinvested parts of St. Louis.

Amy Hunter, vice president of diversity, equity, and inclusion at Caleres, voices what is holding back investment in Black children and how we move a divided region forward.