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The Arch City Report

St. Louis Business Journal

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Frequency: 1 episode/7d. Total Eps: 70

A weekly news podcast covering the biggest stories from the St. Louis Business Journal.

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Applying the lessons of Chris Pronger to STL

Season 1 · Episode 65

Thursday, April 2, 2026 • Duration 22:27

Hockey Hall of Famer and Stanley Cup Champion Chris Pronger joins the Arch City Report to discuss his new book, Earned: The True Cost of Greatness from One of Hockey's Fiercest Competitors. Chris shares the life lessons he's learned from his career in the NHL — from facing adversity and building resilience, to the challenge of finding purpose after retirement. He opens up about his transition from professional athlete to entrepreneur, author, and keynote speaker, and why he chose to make St. Louis his permanent home. The conversation also explores how the principles in his book — self-assessment, ownership, and betting on yourself — can apply not just to individuals, but to the St. Louis region as a whole. Plus, details on the book's April 14th release and a special pre-game book event at the Blues vs. Penguins game.

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Could Libraries Pave the Way for a City-County Merger?

Season 1 · Episode 64

Thursday, March 26, 2026 • Duration 22:01

Retiring St. Louis Public Library CEO Waller McGuire says the city and county library systems could serve as a real-world test case for broader regional consolidation — an idea gaining renewed attention as local leaders weigh deeper cooperation between governments. McGuire, who plans to step down in October after more than three decades, says the two systems have already merged their catalogs and are open to going further. But complications abound: vastly different tax rates, state law requirements, and the question of whether the public and elected leaders actually want it.

Also in this episode: McGuire has asked the Library Foundation's board to explore a $10–20 million endowment for the iconic Central Library, one of the region's most important architectural landmarks and an extremely expensive building to maintain.

The conversation also turns to St. Louis County Executive Sam Page's recent remarks advocating for a city-county merger — and the mixed reactions that followed. With both governments facing serious budget pressures, is the region finally at a point where consolidation becomes a must?

Host Eric is joined by colleague Jacob Kirn to break it all down.

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https://www.bizjournals.com/stlouis/news/2026/03/23/city-county-libraries-experiment-merger.html

https://www.bizjournals.com/stlouis/news/2026/03/20/on-deck-next-library-leader.html

https://www.bizjournals.com/stlouis/news/2026/03/20/library-floats-major-endowment-downtown-landmark.html

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Questions swirl around the Regional Arts Commission

Season 1 · Episode 63

Thursday, March 19, 2026 • Duration 19:04

The biggest funder of arts in St. Louis is under scrutiny. The Regional Arts Commission (RAC), established by Missouri lawmakers in 1985 to distribute grants for arts and culture, is now the subject of a state performance audit after whistleblower complaints alleging excessive staffing expenses and bonuses. Host Jacob Kirn sits down with reporter Jim Drew to unpack what's going on — from questions about how RAC classifies its administrative spending to stay under a legally mandated 15% cap, to CEO Vanessa Cooksey's total compensation exceeding $200,000, to more than $841,000 spent on travel and consultants over three years. They also dig into life event gifts made with tax dollars, a $24,000 grant with ties to former Mayor Tishaura Jones, and a previously unreported effort to secure a share of the Zoo Museum District property tax. State Auditor Scott Fitzpatrick expects to complete his review by the end of 2026.

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https://www.bizjournals.com/stlouis/news/2026/03/16/regional-arts-commisson-travel-zoo-museum-district.html

https://www.bizjournals.com/stlouis/news/2026/03/06/state-investigation-targets-regional-arts-grant-to.html

https://www.bizjournals.com/stlouis/news/2026/03/12/rac-weighs-gift-policy.html

https://www.bizjournals.com/stlouis/news/2026/03/03/state-auditor-probes-regional-arts-commission.html

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A city edict has building owners fuming

Episode 62

Thursday, March 12, 2026 • Duration 25:41

https://www.bizjournals.com/stlouis/news/2026/02/27/mixed-use-development-metro-east-billion-star-bond.html

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A $2B Metro East megaproject

Season 1 · Episode 61

Thursday, March 5, 2026 • Duration 26:17

Erik explores one of the most ambitious development projects in the St. Louis region's history—a proposed $2 billion retail and entertainment complex in Glen Carbon, Illinois.

Joined by Kyle Anderson, Executive Director of the Leadership Council of Southwestern Illinois, they discuss how the 1,500-acre project would use Illinois' Star Bonds program to create a destination entertainment district at the I-270/I-255 interchange. The conversation covers what Star Bonds are, why Glen Carbon is positioned for this development, how the legislation protects existing businesses, and what the competitive application process looks like.

They also examine the broader implications for Metro East—a region often overlooked within the St. Louis metro area—and how a development of this scale could reshape perceptions and economic opportunities for communities across southwestern Illinois.

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Star Bonds program and recent legislative changes
The Nova designation for entertainment destinations
Timeline and approval process for the project
How Glen Carbon compares to other major regional developments
Metro East's economic identity and growth potential

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https://www.bizjournals.com/stlouis/news/2026/02/27/mixed-use-development-metro-east-billion-star-bond.html

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The St. Louis tech firms that now have a voice

Season 1 · Episode 60

Thursday, February 26, 2026 • Duration 28:54

St. Louis has worked to establish itself as a tech hub, but much of the attention goes to startups and billion-dollar enterprises. Lost in the middle are established tech firms generating $1-100 million annually that quietly drive job growth and innovation.

Host Erik Siemers speaks with TechSTL CEO Emily Hemingway and T-Kartor CEO Simon Bailey about the organization's new focus on these mid-market companies. They discuss why this sector offers the stability St. Louis needs, how AI is reshaping tech jobs, and why bridging startups, mid-market firms, and large enterprises could unlock new opportunities for the region.

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https://www.bizjournals.com/stlouis/inno/stories/news/2026/02/23/techstl-targets-growth-mid-market-firms.html

https://www.bizjournals.com/stlouis/inno/stories/news/2026/02/23/jobs-report-tech-demand-across-occupations.html

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Charlie Brennan's ideas for St. Louis

Season 1 · Episode 59

Thursday, February 19, 2026 • Duration 28:39

Longtime media voice Charlie Brennan joins The Arch City Report this week to share stories from his travels, particularly what other cities get right, and how St. Louis can do better—from transit and safety to small civic fixes.

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https://www.bizjournals.com/stlouis/news/2026/01/30/charlie-brennan-what-other-cities-get-right.html

https://www.bizjournals.com/stlouis/news/2026/01/27/charlie-brennan-add-voice-business-journal.html

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Why David Hoffmann lost enthusiasm in Augusta

Season 1 · Episode 58

Thursday, February 12, 2026 • Duration 29:12

In an exclusive interview with the St. Louis Business Journal, billionaire David Hoffmann lifts the curtain on an ambitious plan linking media power, pro‑sports ownership and a St. Louis expansion spree. He hints at reshaping local journalism, moving Lee Enterprises, and even pursuing the Cardinals — all while revealing how community backlash and industry headwinds have redirected his once‑grand Augusta vision.

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https://www.bizjournals.com/stlouis/news/2026/02/05/david-hoffmann-takes-control-lee-enterprises.html

https://www.bizjournals.com/stlouis/news/2026/02/05/hoffmann-says-he-wants-to-buy-cardinals.html

https://www.bizjournals.com/stlouis/news/2026/02/06/how-david-hoffmann-pivoted-from-business-failures.html

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Bill DeWitt III on how — and why — to watch the Cardinals

Season 1 · Episode 57

Thursday, February 5, 2026 • Duration 26:28

This week, we’re joined by Cardinals President Bill DeWitt III to explain the team’s new direct-to-consumer streaming plan, the financial reality of modern baseball, looming stadium upgrades and what this year’s roster overhaul really means—for the franchise and its fans.

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https://www.bizjournals.com/stlouis/news/2026/02/02/mlb-cardinals-produce-distribute-games.html

https://www.bizjournals.com/stlouis/news/2026/01/08/sources-cardinals-to-cut-main-street-second-bidder.html

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The next vision for Clayton

Season 1 · Episode 56

Thursday, January 29, 2026 • Duration 20:00

After a 25-story apartment project in Clayton was downsized to a 4-story bank branch, we sought to ask the question: What’s going on with development in the city. This week, we talk to Clayton’s new mayor to find out.

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https://www.bizjournals.com/stlouis/news/2026/01/23/sterling-bank-clayton-bemiston-building-tower.html

https://www.bizjournals.com/stlouis/news/2025/05/15/apartments-tower-clayton-revive-capital-seven-up.html

https://www.bizjournals.com/stlouis/news/2024/05/22/clayton-hotel-high-rise-tower-dropped-midas-jazz.html

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