St. Louis native Melvin Taylor joins Jarrad to discuss his life journey through the changing landscape of Central St. Louis. Melvin shares candid stories from his youth—from driving an ice cream truck and navigating the drug trade to experiencing the justice system—and offers powerful insights on youth mentorship, choices, and faith.

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The Wise Pod is a production of 1904 Group. Hosted by Jarrad Holst, The Wise Pod aims to preserve the voices and wisdom of today's older generations, shifting those lessons from the past into tools for the future.

91-year-old Bennie Dennis shares her powerful life story and timeless wisdom. From navigating segregated St. Louis in the 1930s to teaching overseas in Germany and Japan, Bennie discusses faith, self-confidence, standing up for yourself, and finding your true identity through art.

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The Wise Pod is a production of 1904 Group. Hosted by Jarrad Holst, The Wise Pod aims to preserve the voices and wisdom of today's older generations, shifting those lessons from the past into tools for the future.

From being discovered at Saks Fifth Avenue at just 12 years old to navigating the New York modeling scene, Patti George’s life has been anything but ordinary. In this episode, she shares shocking stories from her high-fashion days and reflects on her 23-year career with Estée Lauder. Now thriving in her senior community, Patti offers beautiful, witty insights on family, coping with loss, and finding "God luck" in life's unexpected moments.

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The Wise Pod is a production of 1904 Group. Hosted by Jarrad Holst, The Wise Pod aims to preserve the voices and wisdom of today's older generations, shifting those lessons from the past into tools for the future.