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Nikki Budzinski | US House Rep. District 13 - Illinois

On this episode I had the privilege to speak with US Representative from Illinois’ 13th District, Nikki Budzinski. The center left Democrat, who was influenced by her Union and Education based grandparents from the center of Illinois, took some time and chatted with me about the real kitchen table issues effecting Americans, the fallout coming from the “Big Beautiful Bill,” outperforming Vice President Harris in the 2024 election, and her success in bringing back over $680Million in federal tax dollars to her district to support Head Start, Infrastructure, and healthcare services. We had a little fun running through potential top of the ticket names, comparing and contrasting three of the most popular Governors from CA, IL, and KY. But!!! We also knocked around the idea of a Comedy Central Candidate that already has experience in passing legislation for veterans… Really. Thanks for listening, and be sure to subscribe to the show on your favorite player. And now… Representative Budzinski#illinois #democrats #centrist #kitchentable #nikkibudzinski #ushouse #southernillinois

Nathaniel Hudson | Seattle - Shanghai - STL

Nathaniel Hudson, a Seattle native who had had enough "Patagonia Clutching," decided to go make changes. This international teacher turned HR/Recruiting Consultant traded the dreary/wet Pacific Northwest for the "dry-heat" of Arizona, and then decided it was time to bounce... to Communist China... really. His work/travel took him from the far east to Africa to the Middle East, with a Euro vacay that seemed to have landed his partner (Villa grad no less), and ultimately landed in the STL to raise his family. 
Hosted by JB Anderson from Gaslight Studio STL & Anthony Bartlett of Acclimate City!Recorded live at Amsterdam Tavern in South St. Louis, THE Greatest Soccer Pub in America!!!
#travel #teacher #easy #stlouis #transplant

Peter Merideth | MOLEG Alum, Soccer Dad, and more...

Peter Merideth is one of the most talented legislators to have battled and fought for STL in the blood "Red" halls of Jefferson City in a long time. Term'd out, this attorney turned soccer dad, and now Creve Couer resident (sorry Peter, had to), sat down and chopped up his pathway, his passion, and why everyone just gets it all wrong when it comes to what D's should and shouldn't do. We cover a lot of ground, ranging from MAGA populism vs. Bernie Bro's, STL's fractured region, why ballot initiatives are better than politicians, and who's on the horizon that impresses. We also talk about his next run... kind of! #politics #moleg #democrat #shaw #stlouis #stlouiscounty #progressives #solutions

Adam Zoph | @DOESTHISMATTERTOME

With millions of views per month (and growing), this fellow union-town ex-pat Adam Zoph is on a content mission to break the algorithm and push a more empathetic (educated) narrative... while having fun. This DeSoto ex-pat is pumping out daily vid's on @DOESTHISMATTERTOME, targeting the news of the day, while trying to bring truth to market in order to challenge the recent wave of "Fake News." Go follow one of Adam's pages on Facebook & Instagram: DOESTHISMATTERTOME
#politics #missouri #dadbod #empathy

B-Side STL | Nate Burrell

Nate Burrell. Total Ace. This Northeastern Ohio native sat down with Anthony & JB at Whiskey Ring on Cherokee and chopped up "future history," rock and roll photography, Covid Snow Day Project, why STL, and what's next. A brilliant conversation that exposes some of the hidden realities and benefits that are plentiful in STL, but often ignored. Featured musicians:Nick Gusman - "Songbird"Beth Bombara - "I Only Cry When I'm Alone" Dana Michael Anderson - "Dreaming It Away"
Presented by Gaslight Studio STL & Acclimate City

Matt Devoti | 5th Ward Alerman - STL City

I was joined by freshman 5th Ward Alderman Matt Devoti. We talk about the changing realities within the city, especially his home district, #5: The Hill, South Hampton, and more...We discuss ideas to help move development faster, smoother, and more equitably. We talk about the post tornado reality and what is working, as well as what is needed.And... food. STL food.
#podcast #stlouis #politics #development #housing #leadership #ideas

Robert & Tyler | Hat Launch

Robert Hamm... CEO/Founder of Hat Launch joined me along with buddy & CFO Tyler Smith. The GRANITE CITY ALUM, who's now a Highland Bulldog, talks about why wanting a Lamborghini changed everything. This Ranken Tech grad went from #softwareengineering to #stitching hats... and then some! A brilliant story about passion, growth, strategy, and simply doing what you love! check out Hat Launch and get your CAPS (not LIDS) from an incredible crew with an even better story! #customhats #printing #smallbusiness #stlouis #stlmade #dudewipes #lambonotincluded

B-Side STL | Lindsey Wehking

The "Prairie Witch" from Edwardsville... Lindsey Wehking. This Mizzou J-School grad flew the coop and headed to NYC to take on a bigger challenge, with bigger expectations, and walked away with a bigger appreciation for her roots. This Journalism/Anthropologist superstar talks with Anthony and JB about her path, culture, the wins, the losses, and the "IRL" factor. Incredible insight was dropped from her lived experiences, especially stemming from her work at Non-Fiction Research out of NYC. FYI... it's not about the "huSTL"
Really.
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#rustbelt #rustpeople #roots #home #nyc #stl #stlouis 

Mitch Meyers | From "Spuds" to "Buds"

Mitch Meyers is a powerhouse. This long-time ad heavyweight cut her teeth at a time when most of the men in the industry discounted women... period. She didn't care. As one of the brains behind arguably the greatest beer ad campaign ever, she has outkicked all the coverage. Bud Light was expected to be a flop... but little did the WORLD know, or realize, that Spuds MacKenzie (a girl, by the way) would change the face of beer forever. Now she's been battling in a new sandlot... Weed. Cannabis is an exploding industry providing untapped medicinal, social, physical, and psychological benefits, all while battling outdated public perceptions and legal challenges. Enjoy... she is truly amazing!BeLeaf Medical 
#cannabis #marketing #budlight #womeninindustry #stlmade #midwest 

B-Side STL | Alex Natsios... USAid to Stellar Hog

Alex Natsios is an east coast transplant, fellow Hoya with Anthony, who has spent his life/career working with USAid. After a south county lass had him consider STL home, he has never looked back. Having travelled the globe helping millions dig out, recover, eat, and live, Alex has used his "free time" here in St. Louis discovering a multitude of gems ranging from churches, to restaurants, to music venues, butchers, and more.Recorded live at the Stellar Hog, Leona/Bates, Alex, Anthony and myself chop up USAid under the current administration, and then discuss/debate/disclose some of the best secret eats/drinks in "The Lou." Let's go...https://www.acclimate.city/https://thestellarhog.com/ #stlouis #bbq #usaid #foodie #travel #midwest #georgetown