Jason Bockman is the owner of Strange Donuts, a popular donut shop in the St. Louis area. Jason’s story is extremely inspiring, from facing 20 years in prison as a teenager, studying abroad in China, owning a hot dog stand in St. Louis, leading up to what he is today. Bockman spent his youth growing up in group homes surrounded by guns, drugs, and violence.  Jason claims his humble beginnings make him the man he is today through using his business resources to drive change in our city. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/stlbucketlist)

Joe Edwards is one of St. Louis’ most influential visionaries of the last 50 years. Joe’s creative vision, risk-taking, and leadership have helped transform The Delmar Loop into one of the most vibrant restaurant, shopping, arts & entertainment districts in the United States.Nationally renowned restaurant and music club Blueberry Hill was the first of a new era of unique owner-operated businesses in the area. Joe’s subsequent attractions include the beautiful Tivoli Movie Theatre, the non-profit St. Louis Walk of Fame, The Pageant concert nightclub, the Pin-Up Bowl, the sensational Moonrise Hotel with the Eclipse Restaurant and Rooftop Terrace Bar, Peacock Diner and Delmar Hall Concert Club.Joe Edwards has made it his mission to highlight all genres of music throughout the last 50 years with a key on diversity and inclusion. In this episode Joe touches on his relationship with Chuck Berry, his favorite spots to eat on The Loop, St. Louis Walk of Fame, and more.Read Joe’s full bio - https://blueberryhill.com/joes-bio/Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/stlbucketlist)

For 10 years, SK8 Liborius has been a sanctuary for skateboarders, BMX riders, quad skaters, artists & musicians. Born out of a historic cathedral, St. Liborius was the oldest Neo Gothic Cathedral west of the Mississippi River. Since the transformation 10 years ago, SK8 Liborius has since launched their non-profit Liborius Urban Arts Center, LUAS (501c3) which will be an educational center designed to give people of all ages and backgrounds the chance to improve themselves and the community through new skills, vocations, and art. Donate & Support SK8 Liborius & Liborius Urban Arts Center -  https://www.gofundme.com/f/save-sk8-liboriusFollow on Instagram: @sk8liborius Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/stlbucketlist)

Jillian is the founder and CEO of Fit Flavors, the largest meal prep service in the Greater St. Louis area. Jillian has been in the fitness, culinary and nutrition industry for nearly 20 years. In this episode we spoke on Jillian’s upbringing, family, fitness and the release of her book ‘Owning The Wait’ which is available for pre-order now! Many sell promises of a ‘quick fix’ but the truth is there is no end point to achieving a healthy lifestyle. Jillian embodies what it looks like to be an American Entrepreneur through her business. In this episode you will feel motivated, inspired and entertained as we walk through her journey. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/stlbucketlist)

The Macc Boyz have been flipping homes in St. Louis since 2013. Willie, a comedian that resides in Los Angeles and Jonathan, a contractor and realtor here in St. Louis. Willie has been gaining success doing shows and commercials in LA & Jon asked him what he’s doing to invest that extra income, eventually convincing him to invest in real estate here in St. Louis. Growing up, Jon & Willies father was into real estate and would bring them and their brothers out to help out. Jonathan touches on how his Father plays a huge role in his own work ethic to this day. ‘My Flipping Family’ premiered on HGTV February 16th. @myflippingfamilyhgtv - IGSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/stlbucketlist)

Brian embodies the ideas and images of heart and soul wholeheartedly in his music and life. Brian is passionate about investing in Ferguson and empowering young men and women to mold them into inspiration leaders in their communities. Exclusive Live Performance from Brian Owens on an upcoming project later this year. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/stlbucketlist)

Michelle Li’s life changed on January 1st, 2022 when a woman called KSDK to complain about Michelle’s segment saying what Americans eat for New Years. After reading the segment, Li adlibbed, “I ate dumpling soup. That’s what a lot of Korean people do." The woman called Michelle #VeryAsian, annoying and she can “keep her Korean to herself”.Since then, Michelle has created The Very Asian Foundation and is inspiring people all over the globe to be proud of who they are. In this episode, we talk with Michelle on her family, career and what happened on January 1st. IG: @michellelitvSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/stlbucketlist)

In this episode, Brock Seals touched on his upbringing in St. Louis, style of artand who truly inspires him. Brock’s work has been seen all over St. Louis andeven by Nipsey Hussle, Dapper Dan, Harrison Bader & Erykah Badu. Brock wantsto change the narrative around St. Louis and he believes through Art, Music &Culture he can achieve just that.BROCKSEALS.COM@SEALSBROCK – INSTASupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/stlbucketlist)