The St. Louis Podcast

In this week’s episode of The St. Louis Podcast, host Eric Brown sits down with Jennifer Quinn Williams — the powerhouse founder behind St. Louis Closet Company. A Kirkwood native with zero business background, Jennifer launched her company at just 25 years old after being inspired by a friend's franchise… and never looked back.

From being denied by 18 different banks to maxing out credit cards just to get started, Je...

This week on The St. Louis Podcast, Eric takes the mic solo and covers Mother Nature’s latest rampage through the Midwest.

He kicks things off with a deep dive into the the raging weather and how it effected St. Louis. More than that he goes into the rescue efforts, the failings of the local government to provide care and safety, and even touches on the lack of safety precautions taken to warn residents. He ends the show t...

This week on The St. Louis Podcast, we’re diving into the grit and grind of professional indoor soccer with none other than Corey Adamson - former pro player, first-ever goal scorer for the St. Louis Ambush, and now head coach of Ambush 2. From washing jerseys and riding the bench to leading a pro squad, Corey’s journey is anything but ordinary.

Eric and Corey get into what it really takes to survive in the arena soccer wo...

On this week’s episode of The St. Louis Podcast, Eric returns solo for a no-holds-barred breakdown of the intersection between politics, money, and consumer culture. Kicking off with the latest headlines, Eric unpacks the growing debate around government spending and how taxpayer money continues to be stretched, shifted, and sometimes squandered. From bloated budgets to questionable financial priorities, it’s a raw look at where th...

This week on The St. Louis Podcast, Eric takes the mic solo and ventures deep into the unknown - both in space and online. Kicking things off, he dives into the latest updates from the Hubble Space Telescope, including some of the bizarre new phenomena scientists are scrambling to understand. From strange objects floating through the cosmos to the mysteries still hiding beyond our reach, it’s a look at the universe that’s as fascin...

This week on The St. Louis Podcast, we’re joined by the one and only Brandon Barnum - the “King of Referrals,” CEO of HOA.com, and author of the Raving Referrals book series. Brandon shares the journey of how he 10X’d his income as a single dad and went on to help over 250,000 real estate pros grow their businesses through relationship-driven strategies and referral mastery.

From building massive referral networks to devel...

In this week’s solo episode of The St. Louis Podcast, Eric Brown takes the mic for a no-holds-barred dive into what’s happening in the city and beyond. He kicks things off by sharing his thoughts on the newly elected Mayor of St. Louis and what leadership shifts could mean for the city’s future.

From there, it’s a ride through the auto industry - Eric unpacks what’s happening with the current car market, where prices are g...

This week, Eric flies solo on The St. Louis Podcast and dives deep into the whirlwind of global politics, economic maneuvering, and the ever-evolving world of tech. Starting off with some hard-hitting updates from Capitol Hill, Eric dissects the latest tariff conversations making headlines and how these trade tensions could shape the markets, consumer pricing, and international relationships moving forward.

But it doesn’t ...

This week on The St. Louis Podcast, we’re joined by the dynamic duo shaking up the local food and drink scene - Bailey Hager and Holly Hildebrand, co-founders of Dirty Pop, a women-owned dirty soda and loaded popcorn company that’s all about big flavors, nostalgic vibes, and unapologetic fun.

These two moms-turned-entrepreneurs bring over 20 years of combined experience in events to the table and are now pouring all that e...

This week on The St. Louis Podcast, Eric sat down with Brent Faron, the Used Car Manager at Bo Beuckman Ford. Brent’s journey in the automotive industry is nothing short of inspiring—starting as a porter washing cars in high school, he worked his way up through the ranks to become a key leader in the business.

In this episode, Brent shares the unique experience of marrying into the family business, the lessons he’s learned from work...

This week on The St. Louis Podcast, Eric takes a wild ride through a mixed bag of topics, covering everything from aviation mishaps to the messy world of car loans and debt, and of course, a little political spice to round things out.

Kicking things off, Eric dives into the latest aviation industry drama, breaking down a recent accident and what it means for air travel safety. Then, shifting gears (literally), he tackles t...

This week on The St. Louis Podcast, Eric sits down with marketing powerhouse Joshua Ramsey - a Fractional Chief Marketing Officer, author, and speaker with over 80,000 successful campaigns under his belt. With two decades in the marketing industry, Joshua has helped businesses scale, cut costs, and develop powerful customer acquisition strategies.

In this episode, Joshua dives deep into the biggest mistakes businesses make...

This week, Eric is back solo with a fresh dose of frustration - courtesy of the absolute disaster that was his recent travel experience. From dealing with airport staff that seemed determined to make everything more difficult to the sheer chaos of air traffic control, it was a trip filled with setbacks, delays, and a whole lot of wasted time. If you’ve ever been stranded at an airport, stuck in security, or dealt with ridiculous ai...

This week on The St. Louis Podcast, we’re joined by Bert terHart, a man whose life has been shaped by the oceans. With advanced degrees in mathematics, physics, and oceanography, Bert has dedicated much of his career to understanding the critical role our oceans play in climate regulation, marine ecosystems, and pollution control. But his journey didn’t stop in academia—he transitioned into software engineering, developing tools th...

This week on The St. Louis Podcast, Eric goes solo to break down the latest government dealings, financial mysteries, and a bit of internet-fueled chaos. He dives into OpenSecrets - the platform exposing political donations, lobbying efforts, and where the money really flows in Washington. Who’s funding what, and why does it matter? Eric unpacks it all.

The conversation shifts to USAID, the government agency responsible fo...

This week on The St. Louis Podcast, Eric takes a deep dive into how money is flowing - both in St. Louis and beyond. From local spending to national policies, he breaks down where funds are going, who’s benefiting, and whether taxpayers are actually seeing the returns they deserve.

A major topic of discussion? ICE. Immigration enforcement continues to be a hot-button issue, and Eric unpacks the financial impact of the agen...

This week, Eric takes the mic solo on The St. Louis Podcast to tackle a variety of heated topics making headlines. He kicks things off with the Biden administration’s controversial pardons, diving into how this move might impact the President’s legacy. The discussion then shifts to Ukraine’s energy dealings and the ongoing complexities surrounding the international relations.

Eric doesn’t hold back when addressing the wild...

This week on The St. Louis Podcast, hosts Garrett Atkins and Eric Brown welcome Chris Marsh, co-founder of Dexerto Media Group, for an episode packed with insights into gaming, media, and the challenges of digital culture. Chris shares Dexerto’s journey from its founding to becoming a global leader in esports and gaming content, highlighting key milestones, SEO strategies, and the company’s approach to merging gaming with mainstrea...

This week on The St. Louis Podcast, Eric takes the mic solo for an episode packed with pressing topics and thought-provoking insights. Kicking things off, he dives into the ongoing wildfires devastating California, discussing the environmental and social impacts these recurring disasters have on the state and its residents.

Next, Eric unpacks the major political news out of Canada, with speculation swirling about Prime Min...