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The STL Bucket List Show episodes

October 22, 2025Old Orchard Fall Festival – October 25 & 26
The Old Orchard Fall Festival is back—and bigger.
This week on The STL Bucket List Show, host Luke Farrell sits down with Madeleine Wiering, of Papillon Press, and Lexie Toomey, of First House, to share how Webster Groves’ Old Orchard District is turning Big Bend into a two-day neighborhood celebration.
Festival at a glance:
🗓️ Oct 25–26 • 10 AM–6 PM both days
📍 Old Orchard, Webster Groves (Big Bend Blvd between East Dale & Summit)
🎟️ Free to attend — RSVP encouraged

What to expect:
Live music all day both days
30+ local makers and vendors
Food trucks + neighborhood restaurants
Kids’ make-and-take pumpkin crafts
Petting zoo (12–3 PM behind Civil Alchemy)
Saturday Night Market (4–9 PM) with drinks, a DJ, and late-night shopping

We cover:
How a pre-pandemic neighborhood event is returning as a true community festival
What families can expect (parking, layout, kids’ area, petting zoo times)
The vendor experience (overnight tent security, easy load-in)
How local sponsorships make it possible

🔗 More Details: Old Orchard Fall Festival
🖤 Presented by the Merchant & Business Association of Old Orchard with support from the City of Webster Groves.

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23 min
October 15, 2025Brandon Williams – From the NFL to Leading Boys & Girls Clubs of STL
From North City & North County to the NFL and back home to lead, Brandon Williams’ journey has always been about team—and today that team is the 6–18-year-olds served by Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater St. Louis.
On this week’s episode of The STL Bucket List Show, host Lucas Farrell sits down with Brandon (Hazelwood East alum, Wisconsin Badger, former 49er/Ram/Steeler) to talk about why out-of-school time matters and how BGCSTL is helping kids feel safe, seen, and supported across the region.
We cover:
Growing up in STL: Ascension → Hazelwood/Parkway (DSEG) → Normandy → Hazelwood East (Hall of Fame)
Wisconsin football, the NFL, and lessons carried into leadership
Early athlete-tech efforts (Venture Draft) and a pivot into business (wealth management, AB, MBA, Battlehawks)
Why 3–7pm is critical—and how Clubs meet needs with Power Hour homework help, mentorship, sports, arts, and STEM/STEAM
Entry points: summer camp, after-school, and teen leadership (Keystone) that keep kids engaged through graduation
How local businesses and neighbors can plug in: partnerships, volunteering, and support
🌐 Learn more / support: bgcstl.org
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📍 Recorded at Bucket List Podcast Studio, St. Louis, MO
47 min
October 08, 2025 Brew in the Lou in Francis Park
This week we sat down with Amee Colvin from the Lutheran Elementary School Association (LESA) and Steve Crider, owner of 2nd Shift Brewing, to talk about Brew in the Lou, one of St. Louis’ favorite fall festivals celebrating local beer, food, music, and community.
Brew in the Lou returns this weekend at Francis Park, featuring more than 40 local breweries, distilleries, restaurants, and food trucks. The event supports scholarships and educational programs for local Lutheran schools.
Amee shares the story behind the event and its impact, while Steve talks about 2nd Shift Brewing’s role and what makes St. Louis such a great beer city.
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📍 Recorded at Bucket List Podcast Studio, St. Louis, MO
40 min
October 01, 2025Jarrett Young – Transforming Education at City Academy
Jarrett Young, Head of School at City Academy, joins The STL Bucket List Show to share how a small independent school in North St. Louis is transforming opportunities for kids and families through access, love, and education.
We cover:
Jarrett’s journey: North STL → St. Louis Public Schools → MICDS (DSEG) → Bowdoin → Harvard → back home to lead City Academy
Why 100% of students receive financial aid, with families paying ~$3,900 toward a $28,000 education
The City Academy model: no buses, daily meals, extended day, and parents as true partners
Alumni success stories: a WashU tenure-track professor, an NYU student in urban planning, and rising leaders at MICDS
Growth plans: expanding early childhood while staying “small & special”
The $2.8M+ raised annually to keep the doors open and accessible
🖥️ Learn more / support: cityacademystl.org
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24 min
September 24, 2025Joshua “Mr. Fresh” Danrich – From Garage Idea to Walmart Shelves
At 16 years old, Joshua “Mr. Fresh” Danrich has taken a garage-born idea and turned it into a shelf-ready product now sold in 100+ Walmart stores across Missouri — plus Schnucks, Dierbergs, and Mobile On The Run.
On this episode of The STL Bucket List Show, host Lucas Farrell digs into Joshua’s journey from science-loving kid to CEO of Mr. Fresh, an air freshener & deodorizer brand made with 100% essential oils.
We cover:
Pitching at Walmart Open Call (and landing the golden ticket)
Formulating a product with a chemist + building in public
Balancing school, sports, and a growing company
Why his acronym F.R.E.S.H. = Faith to Rescue Every Soul from Hurt
The mantra that fuels him: “I do it anyways”
🧴 Shop & learn more: befreshnow.com

📲 Follow: @mrfreshglobal
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📍 Recorded at Bucket List Podcast Studio, St. Louis, MO
19 min
September 17, 2025Latoya Thompson – From Truck to Brick & Mortar: The Bougie Bites Story
On this episode, host Lucas Farrell sits down with Latoya Thompson, the force behind Bougie Bites—the plant-based, fast-casual spot turning non-vegans into regulars with smashburgers, fries, and big hospitality.
Latoya opens up about the real journey: from personal styling and home-care entrepreneurship to a food truck, a ghost kitchen, and now a brick-and-mortar in Overland. We dig into radical transparency (yes, she posts payroll), why guest experience beats hype, and how to “stand on business” while building a brand with purpose.
We also talk:
How she built Bougie Bites to win over non-vegans (and why that’s the point)
Pivoting hours, staffing, and SOPs based on real-time feedback
Pricing, margins, and the truth about running a restaurant in 2025
Inspiration from Miami, plus content that actually starts conversations
Why she’s not chasing location #2—and what she is dreaming up for the truck
Advice for young women: have the receipts, then stand on it
If you’re into food, brand-building, or honest entrepreneurship, this one’s for you.
Learn more about Bougie Bites: 👉 bougiebitesstl.com
Recorded at Bucket List Podcast Studio in St. Louis, MO.
The STL Bucket List Show is driven by Bommarito Automotive Group.
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37 min
September 10, 2025Frizz Fest – Black Joy, Blooming Businesses, and Community
Frizz Fest is back! On this episode of The STL Bucket List Show, we sit down with Tee Parks—festival MC, media host, and arts educator—along with Kendra & Steven Hunt of With Love Skincare, a Blooming Business that started as a DIY solution for their son’s eczema.
We dive into:
What “safe, seen, and celebrated” looks like at Frizz Fest
How the festival uplifts 80+ Blooming Businesses year-round
This year’s highlights: hair show competition, youth zone, Black-owned farmers market, food + drinks, and headliner Melanie Fiona
With Love Skincare’s journey from kitchen creations to community favorite
📅 Frizz Fest: Sat, Sept. 20 • 12–7pm • Tower Grove Park
🎟️ Free to attend — RSVP on Eventbrite
🛍️ With Love Skincare: withlovebody.com
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38 min
September 03, 2025Elliott Brown & Brandon Panosh – From Biscuits to Fine Dining: The Story Behind Scouts
On this episode of The STL Bucket List Show, we sit down with Elliott Brown and Brandon Panosh, the duo behind The Biscuit Joint in Midtown, to talk about their next chapter — Scouts, a fine dining concept rooted in community, hospitality, and the spirit of their early pop-ups.
What began as intimate Dinner at the Loft evenings has grown into a neighborhood-driven food group, blending creativity, culture, and a love for St. Louis.
We dive into:
How a loft supper club during the pandemic evolved into The Biscuit Joint
The vision for Scouts — living room to dining room to kitchen — and why it should feel like home
Building teams, culture, and consistency across concepts
Balancing family, business, and legacy as entrepreneurs in STL
Pre-theatre plans for The Fox and creating a true neighborhood spot
Their STL Bucket List picks and who inspires them locally
This episode is a look at craft, community, and the courage to level up right here in St. Louis.
🎙️ @thebiscuitjointstl @_icook_ @urbaneyes_bp @dinnerattheloft @bucketlistpodcasts
🔗 thebiscuitjoint.toast.site
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49 min
August 27, 2025 Discover Downstate Illinois – Southern Illinois Coffee Trail Featuring LongStory Coffee
In this episode of The STL Bucket List Show, Lucas welcomes Discover Downstate Illinois and LongStory Coffee for a conversation all about the heart of Southern Illinois and the growing coffee culture that is connecting communities across the region.
We explore the Discover Downstate Illinois Coffee Trail, a curated path that takes you through locally owned coffee shops and roasters who are passionate about their craft. LongStory Coffee shares how they started, the values that guide their business, and what it means to be part of a movement that is helping people experience small towns in a new way.
Listeners will hear stories about the people behind the beans, the unique flavors you can expect to find along the trail, and how coffee has become a bridge for community, connection, and local pride. This episode is an invitation to slow down, try something new, and explore the charm of Downstate Illinois one cup at a time.
Plan your own trip and see the full Coffee Trail at downstateil.org.
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37 min
August 20, 2025Tasha Mueller – From Seizures to Soil: Building R&R Farms and a Healthier Future
On this episode of The STL Bucket List Show, we sit down with Tasha Mueller, founder of R&R Farms 1904 in Wentzville, MO.
Tasha shares her powerful journey from battling unexplained seizures as a young adult to finding healing through intentional living—and how that personal experience eventually inspired her to start growing hemp and creating CBD products right on her family’s century-old farm.
What started with 11,000 hemp seeds and zero farming experience has since become a mission-driven business rooted in sustainability, wellness, and preserving farmland for future generations.
We dive into:
How Tasha transitioned from the corporate event world to full-time farmer and entrepreneur
Why sleep became the heart of R&R Farms and how her products are formulated without melatonin
The challenges (and rewards) of farming in Wentzville while raising two kids
How yoga in the hemp fields, community education, and clean ingredients set her apart from white-labeled CBD brands
Her favorite STL Bucket List picks, from Tuesday night Tower Grove markets to STL City SC matches
This episode is a reminder that sometimes your passion and purpose can be found right in your own backyard.
📍 Learn more at rrfarms1904.com and follow along on Instagram @randrfarms1904
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📍 Recorded at Bucket List Podcast Studio, St. Louis, MO
34 min

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