Blinders Off

Vandeventer is not just the name of a road.  It's a crucial neighborhood of the original northern half of the city! Maybe you’ve seen part of Vandeventer sitting in Forest Park. Matt and Lucas attempt to explain the murky history of its namesake and once again learn of an unsung St. Louis hero. For research and notes check out the full show notes here: bit.ly/vandeventerstl Have feedback? Did we miss something? Know something we don’t? Email us at: [email protected] of send a message on Instagram, Twitter, or Facebook. Find us at blindersoff.show

The Great Fire of 1849 is something of a forgotten tragedy in St. Louis history.  Join your brave hosts and Christopher Alan Gordon of the Missouri Historical Society as they explore the cause and lasting effects of the "Appalling Calamity." Homegrown Guest: Josh Stevens of Reedy Press.  https://www.reedypress.com/ For more info, read our show notes. Questions?  Comments? Corrections?  Reach out to us at [email protected] Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram Also visit our website and read our blog at BlindersOff.show

Midtown is one of St. Louis' most well - loved neighborhoods...but how well do you know the area?  Can you tell the difference between “Historic Midtown”, “Midtown”, and “midtown”? Matt & Lucas explore current boundaries, historical neighborhood designations, Art Deco cop shops, as well as test their knowledge of landmarks. Check out our show notes for additional information. Questions? Comments?  Email us at [email protected], or reach out to us on Instagram, Facebook, or Twitter Original photos by Russell Ward, Landmark Mashup illustration by Missi Adair. Find us at blindersoff.show

What is CBD?  And why is it on sale seemingly everywhere?  Is it legal? What does the future of medical marijuana mean for this new, popular business? Follow Matt & Lucas as they dig into Farm Bills, talk to CBD retailers, visit a research lab, and learn about the history and future of CBD treats (who doesn’t like Gummy Bears?)     Visit us at: www.blindersoff.show   Additional show notes and research are available here:  http://bit.ly/blindersoffCBD   Send us feedback, thoughts, and ideas for episodes: [email protected]   Interview guests include:   Dr. Sandra Leal Chair of the Department of Mathematics & Natural Sciences Associate Professor of Biology, at Harris-Stowe State University. http://go.hssu.edu/rsp_content.cfm?wid=35&pid=469   Jonathan Bruntrager Bruntrager & Billings  https://law-stl.com/   Dana Shaw 8 Borders CBD https://www.8borders.com/   Kelly Christensen Canvas Boutique and Dispensary https://cbdcanvas.com/   Anne Childers, LMT Indigo Massage Therapy https://indigomassagetherapy.com/

We are launching ongoing miniseries: STL Neighborhoods. We have 79 of them in St. Louis City. How were they formed? Where are they located? How did they get their names? We have a lot of questions. Join Matthew and Lucas as they try to learn as much as they can about the city we live in neighborhood by neighborhood.  This first episode is about Marine Villa in the southern area of the city. Midtown (central) will be the next neighborhood, followed by Vandeventer. After these first three are completed will choose the neighborhood by a randomization app. For research and notes check out the full show notes here: http://bit.ly/marinevillastl Have feedback? Did we miss something? Know something we don’t? Email us at: [email protected] of send a message on Instagram, Twitter, or Facebook. Find us at blindersoff.show

Why do we have 79 neighborhoods in St. Louis? When did they form? How did they earn their names? How do you even make a neighborhood? These are just some of the questions we'll explore in our new miniseries: STL Neighborhoods.  Each St. Louis neighborhood will get its own episode. But as we learn more we'll publish additional or supplemental episodes as well. The first three neighborhoods are: Marine Villa (South) Midtown (Central) Vandeventer (North) After those three episodes are done we will use a randomizer to pick the rest. Don't worry, though, we will continue our normal episodes as usual this miniseries. This miniseries is another way we can give you more material from Blinders Off. Join us as we explore the neighborhoods of St. Louis City!

Why did the MO 2018 Ballot contain a new amendment regarding Bingo?  Join us as we learn about gambling laws, "boats in moats," and whether or not St. Louis is dealing with a nefarious "Bingo Mafia."   Visit us at: www.blindersoff.show Additional show notes and research are available here:  http://bit.ly/blindersoffbingo Send us feedback, thoughts, and ideas for episodes: [email protected] Interview guests include: Tom Murphy, President of the Association of Charitable Gaming of Missouri  http://www.acgmbingo.com/ Missouri Gaming Commission, Charitable Gaming Division https://www.mgc.dps.mo.gov/FAQ_SiteLinks/div_CharGames.html Challenge Rating: Zer0 https://soundcloud.com/horace-kemp-455258902 All music and audio production provided by Audius Prime.

Should St. Louis-Lambert International Airport be privatized, or remain a public asset?  Matt and Lucas delve deep into St. Louis’ unique history with aviation and wrestle with its present and future. We also speak with experts on aviation policy, and the people trying to keep aviation policy in the public’s view.  And finally, we answer the burning question: Who is Moneypig?   Visit our website at www.blindersoff.show View our show notes, research materials, and learn about our interview subjects. Questions? Comments?  Feedback? Reach us at [email protected] Featured Guests: Cara Spencer Alderman of the 20th ward, St. Louis Ray Mundy Executive Director of the Airport Ground Transportation Association,John Barriger III Professor of Transportation Studies, and Director of the Center for Transportation Studies. Dr. Daniel L. Rust Author and Assistant Professor of Transportation and Logistics in the School of Business and Economics, author of The Aerial Crossroads of America: St Louis’ Lambert Airport. Glenn Burleigh Activist with St. Louis Not For Sale Gerry Connolly Activist, Watchdog

Who was the Veiled Prophet in 1972? And why do we get a free fireworks display in Downtown St. Louis every year? Also learn what it was like to be a Maid of Honor at a VP Ball, the crushing power of shame, and how ACTION avoided a massive lawsuit. Visit us at: www.blindersoff.show Additional show notes and research are available here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1INP4ZqT4FqvqroL4v_5IeeD1oYvlbZV0JD__dO6IeI4/edit?usp=sharing For feedback, thoughts, sponsoring the show, or ideas for episodes: [email protected] Interview guests include: Dr. Thomas Spencer Professor of History and Dean of the Honors College, Texas A&M University at Kingsville, author of The St. Louis Veiled Prophet Celebration: Power on Parade, 1877-1995 http://www.tamuk.edu/artsci/hisphilpol/facultyandstaff/Spencer.html Lucy Ferriss Author of Unveiling the Prophet: The Misadventures of a Reluctant Debutante http://lucyferriss.com/ Joe Schwartz Author, The Veiled Prophet of Saint Louis https://www.amazon.com/Veiled-Prophet-Saint-Louis-ebook/dp/B00BZBJ5RM/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_1?keywords=the+veiled+prophet+of+st.+louis+joe+schwarcz&qid=1550953558&s=gateway&sr=8-1-fkmr0  

What is the Veiled Prophet organization? What is its history in St. Louis? Learn about the 1877 Labor Strike, debutante balls, the power of peashooters, and how a single group can help expose a closely guarded civic secret. Also, join us in our love of the term “Beloved Despot.” Visit us at: www.blindersoff.show Additional show notes and research are available here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1INP4ZqT4FqvqroL4v_5IeeD1oYvlbZV0JD__dO6IeI4/edit?usp=sharing Send us for feedback, thoughts, sponsoring the show, or ideas for episodes: [email protected] Interview guests include: Dr. Thomas Spencer Professor of History and Dean of the Honors College, Texas A&M University at Kingsville, author of The St. Louis Veiled Prophet Celebration: Power on Parade, 1877-1995 https://www.amazon.com/St-Louis-Veiled-Prophet-Celebration/dp/0826212670/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=power+on+parade&qid=1551113323&s=gateway&sr=8-1 Joe Schwartz Author, The Veiled Prophet of Saint Louis https://www.amazon.com/Veiled-Prophet-Saint-Louis-ebook/dp/B00BZBJ5RM/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_1?keywords=the+veiled+prophet+of+st.+louis+joe+schwarcz&qid=1550953558&s=gateway&sr=8-1-fkmr0