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.

From watching Bob Gibson from the bleachers to navigating a 55-year marriage, South City native Mike Valent shares a lifetime of St. Louis history and wisdom. This episode explores the rebuilding seasons of baseball, business, and family. Ultimately, Mike offers a timeless, powerful reminder for the younger generation: no matter the hardship, there is always tomorrow.

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Music: 'Solecism' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au

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.

The 1960s shattered America’s post-war innocence through war, assassination, and civic betrayal. In this episode, G. Gay Harris shares her firsthand experiences from the eye of that cultural hurricane—including JFK's assassination and the Kent State shootings—revealing how a generation used Midwest grit to survive the chaos.

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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.

In this episode, we sit down with 90-year-old chemist Norm Jamieson for a beautifully nostalgic journey across three countries. Born in Scotland in 1935, Norm shares vivid memories of growing up during WWII—from rationed candy and coal-fired winters to the class dynamics of schoolyard sports.

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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.

In this episode, we sit down with Marilyn King for a beautiful, funny, and deeply inspiring trip through the last century. From collecting scrap metal in the alleys of South St. Louis during World War II to saving a state park, Marilyn shares what it was like to live through some of America’s most transformative decades.

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Music: 'Solecism' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au

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.

"Travel is fatal to prejudice, bigotry, and narrow-mindedness." — Mark Twain.

In this deeply moving interview, Eric Baho to explore an incredible 86-year life journey spanning three continents, three distinct cultures, and some of the most defining moments of modern history. From surviving the bombardment of colonial Damascus as a child to working on the heat tiles for NASA’s space shuttle, Eric shares his unique perspective on what it means to build an identity, find freedom, and face an uncertain future.

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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.