Walking South City: A Journey through Historic St. Louis Neighborhoods

What did you do during the pandemic? Jim Merkel walked the streets of South City in St. Louis and traced the history, hardship, and happiness which make up this part of the city. His book, Walking South City: A Journey through Historic St. Louis Neighborhoods will make you want to follow his footsteps. The book is available at Jim's website and Reedy Press.

[00:00] Introduction

[01:04] Return to Civility

[02:38] Interview with Jim Merkel

[19:22] Dred Scott Heritage Foundation

[20:21] St. Louis In Tune Information

[21:54] Memorial Day Tribute

[30:17] Activities this summer in St. Louis

[31:26] Benefits of Coffee

[33:33] Social Media Risk for Young Mental Health by Surgeon General and what should schools do with electronic devices?

[44:19] Humor

This is Season 6! For more episodes, go to stlintune.com

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