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Michael Calhoun talks with Cindy Mense about St. Louis’ new “Welcoming Public Spaces” program, how open streets can boost walkability and community, and what it takes for these efforts to succeed long term.

Michael Calhoun talks with John Hancock and Michael Kelly about rising tensions with the Middle East, concerns over Ukraine support, and the St. Louis County Executive race, along with solutions to the region’s population decline.

Johnny Rabbit shares stories from St. Louis history, from neighborhood drugstores like Ned Stein’s, Harper’s Pharmacy, and Lindenwood Drug to the evolution of soda fountains and pizza. He reflects on personal memories, early radio connections, and previews upcoming talks on Route 66 and local theater history.

A fast-moving discussion on national protests, Missouri’s new congressional map, and what polling says about the upcoming midterms. The group also touches on inflation, Iran tensions, and local St. Louis safety efforts, wrapping with a strong sports turnout across the city.

In his final segment, Scott Jagow shares a warm, reflective conversation with Stu about radio writing, print journalism, and the art of using sound to tell stories. Scott reveals his next chapter, moving to Saratoga, New York, returning to his passion for horse racing and seeking a smaller place he loves near his hometown of Buffalo

In this Sunday segment of Hancock & Kelley with Scott Jagow, the hosts open with a heartfelt farewell to Scott, reflecting on his run anchoring the weekend format and his impact on listeners’ Sunday mornings. The conversation then turns to St. Louis politics, focusing on Sam Page’s renewed support for a city-county merger, the long history of failed merger efforts, and what changing attitudes from leaders like Sam Page and Cara Spencer could mean for the region’s future.

Scott Jagow and Michael Kelley discuss Scott’s upcoming departure from KMOX and plans for one final Sunday broadcast. The conversation also covers a weak jobs report, rising oil prices, the ongoing U.S.–Iran conflict, and the political impact heading into upcoming elections. They also examine the firing of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem and the future of the administration’s immigration strategy.

Scott Jagow shares a heartfelt announcement that his next broadcast will be his final show on KMOX. He reflects on his time connecting with St. Louis listeners, the creative process behind his weekly “Three Good Things” segment, and the emotional challenge of writing meaningful endings. Scott also looks back on major career moments, including leaving Marketplace to pursue his passion for thoroughbred horse racing and traveling the world covering the sport.

He discusses the bittersweet feeling of leaving radio, the importance of not burning bridges, and memorable moments when listeners recognized him by his voice.

In this week’s “Chat with StuMac,” Stuart McMillan shares how a simple habit daily walking has transformed his energy, mood, and overall well-being. From early-morning shifts to 15,000-step days, Stu and Scott Jagow talk about building sustainable routines, tracking progress with wearables, using walks instead of naps, and taking advantage of St. Louis’ great parks and walkable neighborhoods.

For his latest Roaming St. Louis segment, KMOX host Scott Jagow visits Coffeestamp, a coffee shop in South City. He speaks with owner Patrick Clapp, a Honduran native, about their story, the coffee//food and the neighborhood.