Tony Award theater producer Jack Lane spent 36 years at Stages St Louis. His musical based on The Karate Kid movies, is set to debut 'across the pond' in London following an initial premiere in St Louis in 2022. He says the finances for producing theater productions in London are much more friendly. He says, 'we always want a Mr Miyagi' in our lives is why the story of Daniel LaRusso continues to resonate with audiences.

Nina Needleman is with Rise & Run, she joins Debbie Monterrey. Needleman is the founder of the group, encouraging women to run for office or work on campaigns. They have an event coming up on March 19, a Lunch & Learn, to help people who may be interested in running for a local office, like school board.

CBS News Military Analyst Col Jeff McCausland joins Megan Lynch as the US is requesting aid in the securing of the Strait of Hormuz, off the coast of Iran. McCausland still says the objective of the attacks is unclear.

Debbie Monterrey sits down with the President of Taylor Geospatial, Elliott Kellner. He says the world is in a 'technological revolution' since the organization started at Saint Louis University. Taylor has been spun off, and the non-profit is working on geospatial AI technology, with a goal of utilizing it for the public good.

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CBS Business Analyst Jill Schlesinger joins Debbie and Megan. She says it is important to be on your toes during the tax season, reminding them that the IRS communicates through the mail, not through phone calls or texts or social media or email. The IRS is also warning about, 'Ghost tax preparers', who promise refunds and tax credits that you may not be aware of. If the tax preparer doesn't sign the return, it's a 'huge red flag' says Jill. JillOnMoney.com/blog

Cardinals President of Baseball Operations Chaim Bloom joins Tom Ackerman to discuss the state of the team as Spring Training moved closer wrapping up. Chaim is encouraged by the progress the pitching staff has made so far this spring.

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Bree Maniscalco, Executive Director of Cinema St Louis, joins Debbie Monterrey for a preview of their free Oscar-watch party on Sunday.

Nick Chabarria with AAA Missouri joins Debbie Monterrey as Spring Breakers start heading out of town. Where is the top spot?