The STL Bucket List Show
Co-hosted by couple Lucas and Marissa Farrell, the founders of the popular Instagram account STL Bucket List. Lucas and Marissa discuss all things St. Louis with some of the city's most influential people. This weekly show highlights guest speakers with a passion for serving the community through talents, businesses, entrepreneurship, and influence. Tune in every Wednesday for real conversations with compelling minds in and around St. Louis.
Episodes
217 episodes
From Law School to Live-Edge Tables – How David Stine & Stephanie Abbajay Built Stine Woodworking
On this episode of the STL Bucket List Show, we sit down with David Stine and Stephanie Abbajay—owners of Stine Woodworking—to talk about their journey from Washington, D.C. to building one of the most respected custom woodworking brands in St....
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From Newsrooms to Newsletters – How Sarah Fenske Is Navigating the Future of Media in STL
On this episode of the STL Bucket List Show, we sit down with Sarah Fenske—journalist, podcast host, and writer at St. Louis Magazine—to talk about her journey through the ever-changing world of media.She shares how she fell into journal...
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From Lab Coats to Lenses – How Ope Outdoors Turned Creativity and Community into a Movement in STL
On this episode of the STL Bucket List Show, we sit down with the creator behind Ope Outdoors to talk about his journey to building a creative brand in St. Louis.He shares how studying chemistry led to a career he didn’t love, and how p...
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Earned – NHL Legend Chris Pronger on Leadership, Resilience, and His New Book
On this episode of the STL Bucket List Show, we sit down with NHL legend Chris Pronger to talk about his new book Earned and the mindset that shaped one of hockey’s most dominant careers.Pronger breaks down what “earned” really means to...
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From Rock Bottom to Run Crew – How Ricky Is Building Community Through Movement in St. Louis
On this episode of the STL Bucket List Show, we sit down with Ricky—founder of Run Crew—to talk about how running, community, and purpose are transforming lives across St. Louis.Ricky shares his journey from growing up in Jennings and pu...
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Building Confidence & Community - How GeekPack is Supporting Women Entrepreneurs
On this episode of the STL Bucket List Show, we sit down with Halley Moore of GeekPack to explore how community, technology, and connection are helping women build stronger, more scalable businesses.Halley shares how GeekPack is redefin...
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Building Momentum on Wash Ave - Alex on Revitalizing Downtown St. Louis
On this episode of the STL Bucket List Show, we sit down with Alex — a St. Louis real estate developer and investor — to talk about the transformation of Wash Ave and what it takes to build a thriving urban neighborhood.Alex shares his ...
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Kendall Davidson - on Music, Film, and His New Album Rise
On this episode of the STL Bucket List Show, we sit down with Kendall Davidson — a St. Louis rapper, producer, filmmaker, and entrepreneur — to talk about his creative journey and the release of his new project, Rise.Kendall shares how ...
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Neil Salsich - From The Voice to St. Louis Stages: Neil Salsich on Music & Meet Me In Music
On this episode of the STL Bucket List Show, we sit down with Neil Salsich — musician, songwriter, and frontman of The Mighty Pines — to talk about his journey through the St. Louis music scene and the launch of his new podcast, Meet Me In Musi...
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Up Late STL – The Late-Night Restaurant Changing St. Louis Dining
On this episode of the STL Bucket List Show, we sit down with Nathan, the founder of Up Late, to talk about how a late-night food concept turned into one of St. Louis’ most recognizable community staples.Nathan shares the story behind U...
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Jamal Cornelious - Inside Gateway to Growth and the Future of Workplace Culture
Is workplace culture just perks and pizza… or is it how your team feels on Sunday night before Monday morning?In this episode of The STL Bucket List Show, Lucas Farrell sits down with Jamal Cornelious — executive coach, leadership strat...
St. Louis CITY SC – The City Flavor Program Redefining Stadium Dining in St. Louis
Is Energizer Park home to the best food hall in the country… that just happens to be inside a stadium?In this episode of The STL Bucket List Show, Lucas Farrell sits down with STL CITY SC’s Matt Sebek (Chief Experience Officer) and Chef...
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The Stone Reserve - The Family Business Bringing the World’s Finest Stone to St. Louis
In this episode of The STL Bucket List Show, Luke sits down with Megan Brandt, Ryan Brandt, and Bethany Jobe of Stone Reserve, a St. Louis–based stone distribution warehouse redefining how homeowners, designers, and fabricators ...
Lauren Healey — How We Acquired Sauce Magazine
In this episode of The STL Bucket List Show, Luke sits down with Lauren Healey, Executive Editor of Sauce Magazine, for a behind-the-scenes conversation about what it really takes to keep a legacy local publication alive,...
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Cobalt Smoke & Sea — Turning Dinner Into an Experience
This week, Luke sits down with Bernadette Faasen, owner of Cobalt Smoke & Sea, to talk about what it really takes to run a restaurant, build a loyal community, and create a dining experience that feels “worth it” every single ...
Hollywood Casino & River City Casino — Inside STL’s Casino, Sports Betting, and Live Entertainment Scene
From Vegas mega-resorts to St. Louis entertainment weekends, this episode goes behind the scenes with Mike Jerlecki, Vice President and General Manager for Hollywood Casino St. Louis and River City Casino (PENN Entertainment)....
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Team St. Louis — Building LGBTQ+ Community Through Sports
On this week's episode of The STL Bucket List Show, Luke sits down with Justin Mincher (President) and Tyson Cameron (Vice President) from Team St. Louis, a local organization building an inclusive community for
Nick Sansone — Family Legacy, Real Estate, and Old-School Relationship Building
On this week's episode of The STL Bucket List Show, host Lucas Farrell sits down with Nick Sansone of Sansone Group. Nick is a St. Louis real estate leader with deep family roots in the region, and a h...
Eric “Remrod” Mayes — Telling St. Louis Stories Through Film & Culture
From North County and Jennings to film, music, and cinematic short-form storytelling, Eric “Remrod” Mayes has been using creativity to spotlight St. Louis for years.In this episode of The STL Bucket List Show, Remr...
Britteney The Coach — Empowering Mompreneurs & Building Community in STL
From Dallas to downtown St. Louis, from corporate banking to coaching and community building, Britteney Ofodile has been quietly shaping spaces that help women lead with confidence and grow with purpose.In this episode of The ...
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BHHS Select Properties — Building St. Louis Neighborhoods with Maryann Vitale Alles
St. Louis is a city of neighborhoods, and for Maryann Vitale Alles, home is where everything starts.In this episode of The STL Bucket List Show, host Lucas Farrell sits down with Maryann, CEO of Berkshire Hathaway Home...
nCase Technologies – The STL Startup Making Lifesaving Tools Easy to Carry
Saving lives with one small case.This week on The STL Bucket List Show, host Luke Farrell sits down with Dani Wilder and Matt Bitner-Glindzicz, the founders of nCase Technologies — a St. Louis startup...
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The St. Louis Children’s Choirs – Shaping Young Voices & Building Community
Belonging, big stages, and brave voices with The St. Louis Children’s ChoirsThis week on The STL Bucket List Show, Luke sits down with Ben Nordstrom (Executive Director) and Dr. Alyson Moore (Artistic Direct...
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Michelle Tucker – Leading United Way STL to Help One in Three
Michelle Tucker, President and CEO of United Way of Greater St. Louis, joins The STL Bucket List Show to talk leadership, community impact, and how collective giving and volunteer power support more than a million neighbors each year.
Greg Warren – From Kirkwood to The Tonight Show
St. Louis comedian Greg Warren joins host Luke Farrell ahead of a huge month — performing seven hometown shows at the St. Louis Funny Bone (Nov. 6–9, including a Sunday family matinee) and appearing on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy...
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