Total Information AM Weekend

This segment featuring Cat Neville and Megan Lynch discusses recent St. Louis development projects including a redevelopment area south of the Gateway Arch and a new hotel project. Upcoming June events mentioned include opera performances, Cherokee Street history tours hosted by CSTL, a vintage event at Schlafly Bottleworks, and the Grand Pride Parade.

Join us as we sit down with Stuart McMillen to discuss the deeply personal experience of losing a loved one and the emotional journey that follows. Stuart shares heartfelt memories of his grandmother, Doris McMillen, and the touching moments at her funeral. From family reunions and shared music to the poignant reflections that come with saying goodbye, this episode explores the significance of celebrating a life well-lived.

Fred Bodimer reports on a series of recent terror attacks in Russia, where gunmen opened fire at a police traffic stop in Makhachkala, killing officers, and attacked a Russian Orthodox church during services, resulting in the death of a priest. Concurrently, armed assailants targeted a synagogue in Dagestan. At least 15 officers have been confirmed dead across these incidents. While no group has claimed responsibility, the Russian government is labeling it a terrorist incident.

For his Roaming St. Louis segment this week, KMOX host Scott Jagow visits the Madison County History Museum. The museum's hosting an exhibit about the Mississippi River Festival, which took place on the SIU-Edwardsville campus from 1969 to 1980. 

It attracted a long list of 1970's era performers, including Bob Dylan, Joni Mitchell, Janis Joplin, Eagles, Chicago, Jimmy Buffett, Arlo Guthrie, Bob Hope, Jackson Browne, just to name a few. Scott sits down with three gentleman associated with the event to talk about its history, impact and eventually ending. 

  Scott Jagow takes us back in time with Johnny Rabbit to explore the legendary Mississippi River Festival and the vibrant dining scene of 1970s St. Louis. Join us as we dive into the fascinating history of iconic restaurants and music festivals, from the Madison County History Museum's exhibit to the unforgettable performances and eateries that shaped an era. Stay tuned for more captivating stories and an in-depth look at the rich cultural heritage of our beloved city.

In this episode, we delve into the thrilling comeback of the Cardinals, highlighting Alec Burleson's standout performance with two home runs that led the team to victory. Joe Pot joins us from the Newbold BMW Toyota Sports Desk to discuss the Cardinals' recent winning streak, despite missing key players. We also cover City SC's challenges in the Western Conference and the ongoing Copa America, looking ahead to the US team's potential. Additionally, we explore the fascinating history of the Mississippi River Festival at SIUE with insights from Joe and a preview of upcoming segments on Total Information AM Sunday.

Scott Jagow hosts Hancock and Kelley for their weekly political discussion segment. They analyze the potential impact and outcomes of the upcoming Biden-Trump presidential debate. They discuss whether it could significantly shift polling numbers depending on the performances.

Scott Jagow discusses the origins and meanings of various national anthems from around the world, including the United States, Japan, Mexico, France, Cook Islands, and the unofficial anthem of St. Helena Island. He explores how national anthems represent a nation's identity and history through music.

A weekly review of recent health news covering FDA approval of menthol e-cigarettes, research on sleep deprivation and high blood pressure in teens, risks of fake weight loss and diabetes drugs, and benefits of weight training for the elderly. 

This week Fred Bodimer takes a look at some of the top religion stories from around the world. He'll discuss a new law in Louisiana requiring public schools to post the Ten Commandments. Then he'll head to Saudi Arabia to learn about the deaths that occurred during this year's Hajj pilgrimage due to extreme heat. From there he'll cover the resignation of the pastor of a Texas megachurch after allegations surfaced of sexual assault against a minor decades ago. He'll also summarize the Catholic Church's apology to Native American communities and Pope Francis' recent meeting with famous comedians at the Vatican.