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What’s New In The Lou with Alexis Zotos
Welcome to What’s New in the Lou with Alexis Zotos, your go-to guide for what’s fresh, fun, and happening around St. Louis. A weekly interview style show featuring the people and events that make St. Louis special.
Episodes
44 episodes
Episode 43: Shakespeare in the Park
There’s something magical about live theater under the stars, and every summer, Shakespeare Festival St. Louis transforms Forest Park into one of the city’s most beloved traditions.In Episode 43, I sit down with Tom Ridgely to tal...
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Episode 42: Motherhood, Cars & Community with Kelly Stumpe, The Car Mom
Who says car shopping can’t be fun — and family-friendly?In Episode 42, Alexis sits down with Kelly Stumpe, creator of The Car Mom, to talk about how she built a trusted platform helping moms navigate cars, motherhood, and everyda...
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Episode 41: 150 Years of Budweiser - A St. Louis Legacy
Few brands are as deeply tied to St. Louis as Budweiser, and this year, the King of Beers is celebrating 150 years.In Episode 41, I sit down with Tracy Lauer, Director of Archives for Anheuser-Busch, to take a look ba...
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Episode 40: Celebrating 25 Years of the Pulitzer Arts Foundation
For 25 years, the Pulitzer Arts Foundation has offered St. Louis a one-of-a-kind space where art, architecture, and ideas come together, and the best part? It’s always free to visit.In Episode 40, we sit down with Cara Starke, Exe...
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Episode 39: STL Toasted: Building a Toasted Empire in St. Louis
A St. Louis classic is finding new life in a legendary space, and one year in, the momentum is only growing.In Episode 39, we sit down with Matthew Fuller, co-owner of STL Toasted, to talk about bringing their version of toasted r...
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Episode 38: From Content to Community, Foodies Eat First Fest with Branden Tewolde
What started as a passion for sharing great food has turned into one of St. Louis’ most exciting new culinary events.In Episode 38, Alexis sits down with Branden Tewolde, content creator and founder of Foodies Eat First Fest, to t...
Episode 37: Connecting the Region with Great Rivers Greenway
St. Louis is getting more connected, one trail at a time.In Episode 37, we sit down with Emma Klues of Great Rivers Greenway to talk about the exciting grand opening of the Brickline Greenway and what it means for the futur...
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Episode 36: More Than a Suit, Building Confidence with Tailored Gents
Style is more than what you wear, it’s how you show up.In Episode 36, we sit down with Darryl Tyler, owner and certified clothier of Tailored Gents, to talk about the power of dressing with intention and building a brand rooted in...
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Episode 35: Celebrating 30 Years of Jazz St. Louis
For three decades, Jazz St. Louis has been at the heart of the city’s music scene, bringing world-class talent, unforgettable performances, and a deep love of jazz to St. Louis.In Episode 35, we sit down with Adaron “Pops” Jac...
Episode 34: Reviving a St. Louis Classic: The Garcia Family’s Vision for Uncle Bill’s and South Kingshighway
A beloved St. Louis institution is getting a new chapter.Brothers Berto and Ivan Garcia are the team bringing new life to Uncle Bill’s Pancake House, one of the city’s most iconic late-night and breakfast spots. The restaurant has...
Episode 33: Spring Break in St. Louis: Planning the Ultimate Week with St. Louis Mom
No passport? No problem. Spring Break in St. Louis is such an underrated family-friendly destination! This week two moms share all the fun! We're joined by Rebekah Coste, founder of St. Louis Mom, to help families plan the ultimate Sprin...
EP 32 - Crown Candy Kitchen: A St. Louis Classic with Andy Karandzieff
For more than a century, Crown Candy Kitchen has been serving up malts, BLTs stacked sky-high, and a whole lot of nostalgia. But behind the counter of this iconic Old North St. Louis soda fountain is a family story rooted in tradition, r...
EP 31: From Neighborhoods to Energizer Park - Ben Hillman on Building Restaurants in St. Louis
What does it take to grow a restaurant group in a constantly shifting industry, and land a spot inside one of the city’s biggest stages?In Episode 31, Alexis Zotos sits down with Ben Hillman, President of Gastronauts Food Group...
EP 30: Mocha Point, a Yemeni coffee shop in the Midwest
Yemeni coffee has a rich history that dates back centuries and thanks to Ali Othman and his family, that tradition is alive and thriving right here in our region.We sat down with Ali, co-founder of Mocha Point, the St. Charles-bas...
Ep 29: Leading with Purpose: How Rung Is Helping St. Louis Women Rise
Rung, a St. Louis–based nonprofit, is dedicated to helping women build economic stability, confidence, and long-term opportunity. Located in the Fox Park neighborhood, Rung works with women navigating systemic economic, social, and healt...
Episode 28: 50 Years of Art in Nature - Laumeier Sculpture Park
For five decades, Laumeier Sculpture Park has invited St. Louisans to slow down, wander, and experience art in the open air and this year, the beloved free sculpture park is celebrating a major milestone.In this episode, ...
Episode 27: Beads, Bands & Big Crowds - Inside St. Louis Mardi Gras
St. Louis knows how to throw a party and Mardi Gras is the proof. In this episode, we sit down with Mack Bradley, President of the Mardi Gras Foundation, to take you behind the scenes of one of the city’s biggest and most iconic c...
Episode 26: A Beloved Return, Persian Flavors Come Back to South Grand with Hamishe & Natasha Bahrami
One of St. Louis’ most beloved culinary legacies is making a comeback. Nearly four years after the closing of Café Natasha, matriarch Hamishe Bahrami, lovingly known as “Mom,” is back in the kitchen alongside her daughter Natas...
Episode 25: Changing the Game, The Sports Bra Comes to St. Louis
A first-of-its-kind women’s sports bar is coming to St. Louis and it’s opening in Maplewood this spring. In this episode, we sit down with Heather Hill, owner of The Sports Bra here in St. Louis, to talk about why women’s sports deserve the spo...
Episode 24: Sweet Traditions - Holiday Baking with Made by Lia
Just in time for the holidays, we sit down with Lia Holter, the creative force behind Florissant's Made by Lia Bakery, to talk all things baking, tradition, and celebrating through food. With the release of her brand-new cookbook,...
Episode 23: Telling St. Louis’ Story, One Bite at a Time with Matt Sorrell
In this deliciously fun episode, we’re joined by Matt Sorrell, longtime bartender, food writer, and now author of the brand-new book Matt’s St. Louis Food Story.Matt takes us behind the scenes of the project, which highli...
Episode #22: Hustling for Good — Building Community Through Food with Danni Eickenhorst
In this honest and inspiring episode, we sit down with Danni Eickenhorst, the powerhouse behind HUSTL Hospitality and some of our favorite restaurants: Steve’s Hot Dogs, The Fountain on Locust, The Fountain on Delmar, and Stev...
Episode 21: A Brand New DD Mau: Behind the scenes with Julie Truong Shih
In this delicious episode, we sit down with Julie Truong Shih, the force behind DD Mau, St. Louis’ beloved fast-casual Vietnamese restaurant — now celebrating the grand opening of its brand-new Webster Groves location!We ca...
Episode 20: Soul on Fire with John O’Leary
In this powerful episode, we sit down with John O’Leary, St. Louis native, bestselling author, nationally acclaimed motivational speaker, and now the inspiration behind a major Hollywood film, Soul on Fire.John sha...
Episode 19: Purpose in Motion with Erin Prange of Saint Louis Dance Theatre
In this episode, we take center stage with Erin Prange, Executive Director of Saint Louis Dance Theatre, to explore how this dynamic company is shaping the city’s arts landscape. Ahead of their highly anticipated Fall Series kicki...