The Chris and Amy Show on KMOX

Ness Sandoval, Professor of Sociology and Demography at St. Louis University, joins Chris and Amy to explain why a city's success should be measured by something other than population growth.

In the second hour Chris and Amy are joined by Actor, Singer and St. Louis native Norbert Leo Butz to talk about his career and performing at The Blue Strawberry tonight and tomorrow. We roll dice to see about building a second arch with the Rams money plus listeners ask to roll to make decisions for them. KMOX Sports Contributor Bernie Miklasz joins to talk about another big win for Mizzou. Walker and Gorman like new hitting coach, ball/strike challenge system being tested and Yuri Collins getting called up to NBA.

KMOX Sports Contributor Bernie Miklasz joins the show to talk about Mizzou with another win against a top 5 opponent; Jordan Walker and Nolan Gorman clicking with new hitting coach; the possibility of an automated Ball/Strike challenge system, and former Billiken Yuri Collins making it to the NBA.

Actor, Singer, and St. Louis Native Norbert Leo Butz joins Chris and Amy to talk about his career on stage, his performances at the Blue Strawberry, and his SAG Award nomination for his role in the Bob Dylan movie A Complete Unknown.

In the first hour Chris and Amy talk about St. Louis Sheriff makes deputy roll dice to keep job. Illinois Governor JB Pritzker compares Trump admin to Hitler's Third Reich. Major Garrett, CBS Chief Washington Correspondent joins to talk about Pritzker and Trump plus Trump calling Volodymyr Zelensky a dictator. Finally, Did you see this?

In today’s edition of “Major News with Major Garrett”…

-JB Pritzker compares Trump to Third Reich

-Trump dons crown in White House social media post

-Trump labels Zelensky a dictator

-Kash Patel’s likelihood as FBI Director

Hour 1: Chris and Amy dive into the snowy weather hitting St. Louis and explore the technical challenges of hitting in baseball. Senator Mary Elizabeth Coleman joins to discuss Missouri's DOGE portal, a tool for reporting government waste, and bipartisan efforts to improve government efficiency. They also touch on the exciting Millennium Hotel redevelopment in downtown St. Louis and the incredible discovery of a royal tomb in Egypt.

Hour 2: Chris and Amy discuss the investigation of a woman’s body found near St. Louis City Hall and dive into weather safety and Missouri's tax rates. Amy highlights the resignation of Hagan Scotten, the prosecutor opposing the dismissal of charges against Mayor Eric Adams. Later, Matt Pauley joins to talk about Cardinals spring training, David Freese’s role as a guest instructor, and Wilson Contreras' transition to first base. The hour wraps with a preview of the USA vs. Canada 4 Nations Face Off Championship Thursday at 7pm, plus The Egg Beat segment.

Hour 3: Chris and Amy are joined by Ryan McClure, Executive Director of the Gateway Arch Park Foundation, and Mike LaMartina, President of Ballpark Village, to discuss the $670 million Millennium Hotel redevelopment, transforming downtown St. Louis with residential, office, and public spaces. The discussion also touches on MapQuest's new feature, which lets users rename the Gulf of Mexico, sparking some fun conversation. Finally, Polo Ascencio joins to talk about Cardinals spring training, Wilson Contreras' transition to first base, and the upcoming season’s Spanish-language radio broadcasts.

Chris and Amy are joined by Ryan McClure, Executive Director of the Gateway Arch Park Foundation, and Mike LaMartina, President of Ballpark Village, to discuss the $670 million redevelopment of the Millennium Hotel site into a vibrant destination for residential, office, and public spaces. They highlight how this project will transform downtown St. Louis and connect it better with iconic landmarks. The conversation then shifts to MapQuest's new feature, allowing users to rename the Gulf of Mexico, sparking a fun discussion. Finally, Polo Ascencio joins the show to talk about the Cardinals' spring training, Wilson Contreras' transition to first base, and the team’s plans for Spanish-language radio broadcasts during the upcoming season.

In this hour, Polo Ascencio, the Cardinals Spanish-language broadcaster, joins Chris and Amy to discuss the excitement around Cardinals spring training in Jupiter, including David Freese’s involvement as a guest instructor. Polo shares insights into the Cardinals' Spanish-language radio broadcast team, spotlighting the behind-the-scenes efforts of photographers, social media managers, and the broadcast crew. They discuss the positive vibes and expectations surrounding the team as they head into the season, despite low external predictions. Topics also include Willson Contreras' transition to first base, predictions for the NL Central division race

Chris and Amy are joined by Ryan McClure, Executive Director of the Gateway Arch Park Foundation, and Mike LaMartina, President of Ballpark Village, to discuss the Gateway Arch Park Foundation's selection of the Cordish Companies to redevelop the Millennium Hotel site. They highlight the $670 million redevelopment plan, which includes residential units, office space, and public spaces aimed at transforming the site and reshaping the St. Louis skyline. The goal is to make the site a major economic driver and connect it better with surrounding areas like the Gateway Arch and Ballpark Village. The conversation also covers timelines and the approval process.