Saint Louis In Tune

Art McCoy discusses STL.works workforce development collaborative ecosystem of more than 100 industry partners, including employers, nonprofits, educators, and a robust web portal. It is a singular focus that provides access to employment, education, training, and support services and creates a pipeline for talent, resulting in a more diversified workforce.

[01:30] Background

[02:23] Workforce Development

[05:38] Regional Business Council (RBC) collaboration

• Diversity and Inclusion in the workplace

[09:25] Here are the details of what this is all about

• Start a career
• Change a career
• Career education

[15:23] How do I get started? SMART JOBS-BRIGHT FUTURES!

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Charles Seipp and Randall Sheets are uniquely talented in their own right as musicians. When they perform together, the Seipp/Sheets Trumpet & Organ Duo emerges dynamically to enthrall, entertain, and educate audiences across the country. The duo’s thoughtful programming, artistic arrangements, and powerful, innovative, and interactive video presentations make the Seipp/Sheets Duo musicians to watch today.

[03:01] Background

• Dr. Seipp-trumpet, United States Army Band "Pershing's Own" (retired)
• Dr. Sheets-organist, Arlington National Cemetery

[08:02] Memorable moments in the career

[13:17] Arrangements for the Duo

• Brass Quintet, Wedding Book

[14:03] What to expect at a concert

• A great mix of styles (Bach, Handel, Vivaldi, Sousa, Freddie Mercury, etc.)
• Use of videos when we play
• Joining music with silent movies and poems

[25:12] Uniqueness of pipe organs

[32:19] Philosophy of music and playing the trumpet

[36:32] Advice to budding musicians

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The Black Repertory Company in St. Louis just opened its 45th season. Founder and producing director Ron Himes discusses the plays for this season, the pandemic and theatre, his background forming the company, and what to expect in the future. For tickets call 314.534.3810. Covid protocols in place.

[02.41] Pandemic and theatre-A Silver Lining

[05:54] Let's Go Back 45 Years to the Beginning

[09:21] Ron Himes-The Director and Actor

[13:11] 100 Plays Later as a Director

• The American Century Cycle (Pittsburg Cycle) by August Wilson

[20:35] It's all a matter of juggling and magic!

[22:17] Season 45

• Sweat (September 8-26, 2021)
• Dontrell, Who Kissed the Sea (January 12 - 30, 2022)
• Fireflies (February 09 - 27, 2022)
• Behind the Sheet (March 16 - April 03, 2022)
• Jitney (May 11 -29, 2022)

[27:10] Annual Gala with The Fisk University Jubilee Singers

[27:56] Education and Programs

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On September 11, 2001, Kimberly Rex lost her father, Vincent Litto who was a senior vice-president at Cantor Fitzgerald. He worked on the 104th floor of Tower 1. Kimberly recently had two opinion pieces published: "When people say 'Never Forget' 9/11, this is what I hear" for CNN, and "My father was killed on 9/11. I still struggle to understand how he just disappeared" for the Washington Post. She graciously talked to Saint Louis In Tune and reflected on the loss and memories of her father and the ongoing grief which impacts many 9/11 families.

[01:10] Introduction

[02:45] Background

[04:10] Losing a Family Member in the 9/11 Attacks

[07:55] Impact on being a writer, mom, wife

[10:50] Washington Post Article

[15:30] Impact of Grief

[21:22] CNN Article

[25:45] Recalling walking down the pit after one year

[29:55] The Importance of Writing-A Therapeutic Part

[37:45] Epilogue

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Amelia Bond, the President and CEO of St. Louis Community Foundation, speaks about the work her organization does in the community, including tackling challenges like the COVID-19 pandemic and promoting philanthropy. She highlights their upcoming event, 'GiveSTL Day' which is a 24-hour online giving day taking place on May 6th, with a thousand nonprofits participating. The organization aims to surpass their previous $4.5 million fundraising record. In addition, Bond describes how the foundation aids donors and nonprofits, including advance giving and connection to grants and other benefits. Lastly, she explains the ongoing needs of mid-year nonprofits and how GiveSTL Day caters to those needs.

[00:32] Introduction and Guest Welcome

[00:54] Understanding the St. Louis Community Foundation

[01:57] Challenges and Initiatives of the Foundation

[03:23] Role of the Foundation in Philanthropy

[05:27] Introduction to GiveSTL Day

[05:53] Success of Previous GiveSTL Days

[06:48] How Nonprofits Can Participate

[10:36] Donation Process and Impact

[11:51] Conclusion and Final Remarks

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Bill Cook, an agricultural entrepreneur and the current president of the Missouri Organic Association, and Brian Kurz, Founder and CEO of Renegade Research, LLC, share their insights and experiences in the realm of organic farming. With over 50 years in agriculture, Cook emphasizes the importance of a systems approach in agriculture, the need for quality over quantity, and the significant role women play in shaping the food system. Kurz shares the eye-opening experiences he’s had since venturing into organic farming. The conversation also explores the challenges of dealing with government regulations in farming and stresses the importance of community involvement and transparency in the agricultural industry.

[00:32] Introduction to Bill Cook: The Agricultural Entrepreneur

[00:47] Bill Cook's Achievements and Contributions

[02:34] Bill Cook's Vision and Approach to Agriculture

[03:01] Bill Cook's Journey and Influence in Agriculture

[04:25] The Shift Towards Organic Farming

[06:05] Understanding Identity Preserved Grains

[07:34] The Role of Young Entrepreneurs in Agriculture

[10:56] The Impact of Consumer Demand on Agriculture

[16:11] The Role of Hemp in Agriculture

[17:41] The Future of Agriculture: Regenerative Agriculture

[28:07] The Challenges of Government Involvement in Agriculture

[35:10] Conclusion: The Importance of Community Involvement in Agriculture

Regenerative Agriculture

Agmaxx, Inc

Who is Agmaxx?

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Tom Casey, the Executive Director of the Criminal Justice Ministry (CJM) discusses his career background, the importance of CJM's roles, and the various programs run by the organization for individuals impacted by the criminal justice system. Moreover, he sheds light on the challenges faced by those who have been incarcerated regarding housing, employment, and ongoing discrimination. Tom also underscores CJM's need for financial contributions, volunteers, and policy transformations to enable more opportunities for the clients, along with the hope for society to look beyond individuals' past mistakes. Since 1979, CJM impacted over 23,000 individuals both inside area institutions and throughout the St. Louis community.

[00:32] Introduction to Tom Casey and the Criminal Justice Ministry

[01:45] Getting to Know Tom Casey: His Background and Journey

[04:56] Understanding the Criminal Justice Ministry: History and Services

[12:05] Challenges Faced by Formerly Incarcerated Individuals

[15:08] Collaboration with Other Criminal Justice System Groups

[16:57] Vets for Pets: A Unique Initiative

[19:27] Outreach and Awareness: Spreading the Word about CJM

[21:59] Inside the System: CJM's Work in Jails and Prisons

[28:06] Success Stories and Impact of CJM

[30:51] Current Needs and Future Goals of CJM

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Stressful times in history have not hampered the arts but in many cases enhanced the production of literature, music, and art. Chris Mullen, host of Studio 111 gives her thoughts about our current situation and what it means for producers and consumers of the arts.

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Cliff Robinson, founder of Juneteenth.com discusses the history of Juneteenth and the website devoted to educating everyone about Juneteenth.

Jonathan Thomas, President of Civil Righteousness and grandnephew of the late Civil Rights activist/music legend, Dr. Nina Simone provides background on an event happening in Ferguson, MO to unite the community called The Table.

Civil Righteousness

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Shima Rostami, Ed.D., Executive Director of Gateway Alliance Against Human Trafficking discusses the organization's efforts to educate communities and advocate for systemic changes to eradicate human trafficking in the Saint Louis area. Rostami highlights the vulnerabilities of certain groups to trafficking, the role of social media in exploitation, and the necessity for legal reforms to protect minors in the workforce. The episode emphasizes the importance of awareness, resources, and survivor support, concluding with a PSA that underscores survivors' resilience. programs that build a path to a more equitable understanding of the problem of human trafficking.

The International Awareness Day of Human Trafficking (00:00:14) Discussion of the mission of Gateway Human Trafficking and the importance of promoting awareness of human trafficking through education and positive systemic change.

Rescue Operation in Columbia, Missouri (00:01:21) Details of a rescue operation in Columbia, Missouri, involving nine human trafficking victims and two children, as well as the involvement of law enforcement agencies.

Introduction to Shima Rostami (00:02:38) Background information about Shima Rostami, the Executive Director of Gateway Alliance Against Human Trafficking, and her involvement in educating communities to combat human trafficking.

Identification of Vulnerable Groups (00:10:44) Explanation of the various vulnerable groups in the community that are susceptible to human trafficking, including children, individuals with disabilities, minority communities, and LGBTQ+ communities.

Negative Role of Social Media in Human Trafficking (00:12:31) Discussion of how traffickers use social media to recruit victims and the increased trafficking activities via online platforms during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Statistics and Underreporting of Human Trafficking (00:16:40) Insights into the challenges of gathering accurate data on human trafficking, historical underreporting, and the initiation of data collection from 2007 in Missouri.

Gateway Human Trafficking's Mission and Resources (00:19:01) Information about the mission of Gateway Alliance Against Human Trafficking, their educational modules, and available resources for potential help, including the trafficking hotline and upcoming events.

Saint Louis as a Hub for Trafficking (00:24:04) Explanation of why Saint Louis is considered a hub for human trafficking, citing its location and transportation infrastructure as contributing factors.

The prevalence of trafficking around sports events (00:24:56) Discussion on the increased trafficking activities around sports events and the exploitation of victims in suburban areas.

Systemic changes needed to combat human trafficking (00:26:47) The need for criminal justice reform and the importance of recognizing trafficking victims as victims, not criminals.

Lack of protection for working children (00:27:56) The issue of working children not being covered and protected under human trafficking protection laws, and the need for legal changes.

Resources and education on human trafficking (00:33:36) Information on how local and non-local groups can access resources, education, and support related to human trafficking.

Federal definitions and prosecution challenges (00:35:15) The federal definitions of labor and sex trafficking and the challenges in prosecuting traffickers based on these definitions.

Support for trafficking survivors (00:39:51) A public service announcement featuring survivors of human trafficking, highlighting their strength and resilience.

Myths vs Facts

Resources

For Immediate Help

• For immediate help, get to a safe place and call 911. If you or someone you know needs help, call the National Human Trafficking Hotline at 1-888-373-7888 to speak with a specially trained Anti-Trafficking Hotline Advocate. Support is provided in more than 200 languages. Professionals are there to listen and connect you with the help you need to stay safe.

The following organizations can assist clients from anywhere in the United States with connecting to services that meet their needs.

• Direct link to local services
• Call: 1-888-3737-888 or Text: “HELP” to 233733
• Mission: The National Human Trafficking Hotline connects victims and survivors of sex and labor trafficking with services and supports to get help and stay safe. Please stay safe and know that you are not alone!

https://gahtmo.org/resources/

Note: the website for Missouri resources is now: https://ago.mo.gov/divisions/human-trafficking/

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