Webster University media instructor Julie Smith joins Megan Lynch to discuss the 'dead internet theory'. He says that most of the internet is becoming internet bots set up for, 'engagement farming and rage-bait.' She says the internet, 'doesn't feel as organic as it used to feel,' with all of the internet platforms being used to generate engagement. She says it is 'easier to spot a bot, than it is to spot a real human.'

Dr Alex Garza is the SSM Health Chief Community Health Officer and Incident Commander for the St. Louis Metropolitan Pandemic Task Force. He joins Megan Lynch following up on a story last week that showed a small number of doctors who have actually diagnosed measles. 'It's very unusual for a clinician' to actually diagnose measles, says Garza. He explains the procedures and protocols that medical facilities have in place, but mentions a 'heightened awareness' for measles right now.

Matt McCain, an analyst at Gas Buddy, joins Michael Calhoun with a look at the impacts on the fuel markets following US attacks on Iran and upheaval in the Middle-east. GasBuddy.com

Isaac Amon is a lecturer at the Wash U School of Law & former war crime investigator. He joins Megan Lynch with a look at the US attack on Iran. He says it is uncertain that US hostilities will end in a 4-6 week time frame as mentioned by Pres Donald Trump. He does say that regime change is pretty close in Iran. He warns against Saudi Arabia involvement.

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Michael Calhoun spoke with Amy Moore, the Missouri State Director of Cannabis Regulation, about a new program aimed at steering consumers away from unlicensed shops and toward dispensaries where the product is tested and verified.

CNET Consumer Insights Editor Dashia Milden joins Megan Lynch. CNET has found that 'glitches' when utilizing tech, are a big frustration, and 70% of respondents say those glitches actually 'derail their lives'

Webster University International Relations Professor Dani Belo joins Megan Lynch following US attacks on Iran over the weekend. He discusses the instability in Iran and what it could do to the region.

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Jill Schlesinger, CBS News business analyst, says investors should not react quickly to the US military action in Iran. She also addresses the lack of affordability in the housing market with Debbie and Tom. Jill also says she LOVES the St Louis Fed.