Author Karin Slauger, Bird Adaptation, and Pediatric Neurosurgeon
Karin Slauger on Will Trent
Before Will Trent was a hit show on ABC, readers around the globe became fans of the special agent in the thrilling novels by New York Times Bestselling Author Karin Slaughter. In this interview with HEC's Angie Weidinger, the writer discusses seeing her popular character come to life on screen.
Judge Nathan B. Young
In this edition of HistorySpotlight Public Historian Cicely Hunter tells us about Judge Nathan B. Young, the first African American municipal judge for City Court #2 in St. Louis.
PorchFest STL
Last month residents of the Skinker DeBaliviere neighborhood experienced a music festival without having to leave their yards. Learn about this exciting new trend that's come to St. Louis.
How Birds Adapt to Survive
A recent study shows that bird bodies noticeably evolve to adapt to extreme temperatures. These alterations include changes in body and bill sizes, and they've be occurring for eons!
Arts and Education Council
For 60 years the Arts and Education Council has been dedicated to helping create a vibrant arts scene in St. Louis and has recently began focusing more on aiding educational efforts.
Dr. Jay Wellons, Pediatric Surgeon
Dr. Jay Wellons reflects on his experiences as a pediatric neurosurgeon. In both this conversation with HEC's Victoria Babu and his book All That Moves Us, the doctor shares moving and powerful stories about the challenges faced by brave children, caring families, and himself as their doctor.
Watch Spotlight every Sunday at 9:30 a.m. on Channel 11
In this week's episode, three broadway shows produced by St. Louisans are celebrated with numerous nominations and wins at the Tony Awards, a look at an important dress in St. Louis fashion history, women are twice as likely as men to be diagnosed with Alzheimer's and a Washington University study shows one of the reasons why, Author Karin Slaughter talks about her new novel and hit ABC TV show Will Trent, an exhibition examines the complex relationships between opposites, and veteran sportscaster Bob Costas shares his story and advice for others.
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