Episodes 61
Avg. Duration 42m
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Apple Rating 5.0 (4)
Since Aug 2023
Latest Episode Jan 2026

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Ope Cast brings you the finest of the Midwest. Join us each week for insightful conversations with influential guests who are shaping the city's landscape. From community leaders to cultural icons, we're dedicated to showcasing those making a positive impact. Tune in every Thursday as we redefine your St. Louis experience, one engaging episode at a time.

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S3E17 Ep. 58: The Outsiders

Jan 14, 2026 23m

This week, Braden sat down with Tyler Wesley (Dallas Winston) and Bonale Fambrini (Johny Cade) from The Outsiders Musical at Stage Left Grille, right next to The Fabulous Fox, to talk about what…

S3E16 Ep. 57: From STL to The Emerald City

Nov 29, 2025 8m

This week, Braden caught up with Robert Crenshaw, who’s currently traveling with The Wiz. You might catch him stepping in as a swing or understudy for the Tin Man. They also dive into some of the…

S3E15 Ep. 56: American Skyjacker

Oct 21, 2025 26m

On this episode, Braden meets with Danny Wicentowski & Martin 'Mac' McNally.. The conversation dives into the life of Martin McNally, who hijacked a plane in 1972 and spent 37 years in federal…

S12E12 Ep. 55: How Great Rivers Greenway is Connecting St. Louis Communities

Sep 12, 2025 32m

In this episode, Braden sits down with Emma Klues, Vice President of Communications & Outreach at Great Rivers Greenway, to talk about the vision behind connecting St. Louis through trails,…

Ep. 54: From Ramen Dreams to National Recognition with Steven Pursley

Jun 20, 2025 33m

This week, Braden sat down with Steven Pursley, the chef and visionary behind Menya Rui, for an inspiring episode. He opens up about his upbringing, Japanese-American identity, and the early…

S3E9 Ep. 53: Basketball, Brotherhood, and Blockbusters: Beau Bommarito's Leap From Corporate to Creative

Jun 13, 2025 45m

On this episode, Braden sits down with Beau Bommarito - a St. Louis native, former college basketball player, and rising actor where he shares his journey from the court to the camera.We dive into…

S3E10 Ep. 52: How Anthony "Redd" Williams Built a Global Dance Legacy from St. Louis

Jun 06, 2025 44m

In this episode, Braden sits down with Anthony “Redd“ Williams who brings significant performance, choreography & teaching experience to the world of Commercial Hip Hop Dance. A Saint Louis…

Ep. 51: Brooklyn Saint - A Fusion of Cities and Sound

Apr 07, 2025 37m

In this episode, Braden sits down with Emanuel Harrold and Shareef Keyes, the dynamic duo behind Brooklyn Saint. Brooklyn Saint is a genre blending music group rooted in jazz, rap, and house.…

S3E10 Ep. 50: Inside the Epic Universe of Mostly Superheroes

Mar 22, 2025 1h 20m

In this milestone 50th episode of Ope Cast host Braden collaborates with the team from the Mostly Superheroes podcast for their first-ever crossover episode. The Mostly Superheroes crew includes host…

Ep. 49: Your Passport to Global Eats with Shayn Prapaisilp

Mar 05, 2025 42m

On this episode, Braden sat down with Shayn Prapaisilp of United Provisions. Shayn shares his journey into the hospitality industry, working in the family business, favorite international snacks, and…

S3E8 Ep. 48: I'm Not in a Rush, I'm in a Hurry w/ A-Game

Feb 18, 2025 49m

On this episode, Braden sits down with A-Game shares his St. Louis upbringing, journey into HipHop, work ethic, passion for pursuing his dreams, and more. His show stopping performances have led him…

S3E6 Ep. 47: Tenacious Eats - Where Food Meets Film w/ Liz Schuster

Feb 03, 2025 50m

On this episode, Braden sits down with Chef Liz Schuster of Tenacious Eats to explore her journey into the hospitality industry, her deep passion for films, and how she merges the two through her…

S3E6 Ep. 46: Inside One of America's Largest BBQ Joints w/ Gerard Craft

Jan 22, 2025 43m

On this episode, Braden sits down with James Beard Award winning chef and culinary visionary, Gerard Craft. They discuss his upbringing, expressing his creativity through graffiti art, early days as…

S3E5 Special Episode: Nelly's Black and White Ball

Jan 03, 2025 9m

On this special episode, Braden takes you to the red carpet of Nelly's Black & White Ball that took place on December 15, 2024 in Downtown St. Louis. This incredible night of giving back supports…

S3E4 Ep. 45: Casa Don Alfonso w/ Mario Iaccarino

Dec 14, 2024 37m

On this episode, Braden sits down with Mario Iaccarino, behind Casa Don Alfonso at The Ritz-Carlton, St. Louis. Mario shares the captivating story of his family’s culinary heritage, rooted in the…

S3E3 Ep. 44: Forest Park Forever

Dec 05, 2024 28m

On this episode, Braden goes on a walk around Kennedy Forrest with Amy Witt, Forest Park Ecologist. She gives us an inside look on the work the dedicated team at Forest Park does to enhance the park…

S3 Special Episode: STL Startup Week with Matt Menietti

Nov 12, 2024 12m

In this special episode, Braden reconnects with Matt Menietti from STL Startup Week 2024. Returning from Season 1, Episode 4 of Ope Cast, Matt recaps last year’s event, shares exciting new highlights…

S3E1 Ep. 43: Building Nightmares with Larry Kirchner

Nov 01, 2024 1h 26m

Ope Cast is BACK! Braden kicks off Season 3 with Larry Kirchner of Scarefest and Blacklight Attractions. Larry is a prominent figure in the haunted house industry and the mastermind behind several…

S2E22 Ep. 42: "It all started with a love for sports" w/ Tom Ackerman

Sep 15, 2024 38m

On this episode, Braden sits down with one of the most notable names in St. Louis sports, Tom Ackerman. Tom is the Director at KMOX in St. Louis, the flagship station for the Cardinals (MLB) and…

S2E22 Ep. 41: Viva Los Cardenales w/ Polo Ascencio

Sep 04, 2024 39m

On this episode, Braden sat down with Polo Ascencio of the St. Louis Cardinals Spanish Broadcasting Network. Polo shares his Tijuana upbringing, love for baseball, the journey of broadcasting…

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