Plus, Meet Botanist Charlotte Taylor, St. Louis in Watercolor, and more inspiring stories.
Chatbot Intervention
A $3.7 million grant from the National Institutes of Health will optimize a self-guided, chatbot-based intervention for people with eating disorders.
Frank Kirtz
In this episode of History Spotlight, discover the extraordinary life of Frank Kirtz, a St. Louis prodigy whose groundbreaking work shaped the future he once predicted.
Meet the Artist
Hyperrealism pencil artist Jeribai Andrew-Jaja talks about his fine detailed artwork and how the different phases in his life inspire the subjects of his art.
The Healing Power of Herbs and Spices
Herbs and spices do more than flavor food—they reduce inflammation, boost immunity, support heart health, aid digestion, and enhance brain function.
St. Louis in Watercolor
St. Louis in Watercolor takes a look at the city’s history using watercolor pictures from artist Marilynne Bradley’s latest book. Stories of murder and mystery.
Botanist Charlotte Taylor
Charlotte M. Taylor, Senior Curator at the Missouri Botanical Garden’s Herbarium has named more species of plants than any other woman alive.
Watch Spotlight every Sunday at 9:30 a.m. on Channel 11
This week on Spotlight: Discover St. Louis' rich history captured in watercolor paintings. Learn the dramatic story of the first U.S. president to fly in an airplane and how the flight nearly ended in disaster. Explore an opportunity for new mothers to donate their placentas, unlocking powerful healing potential for others. Meet a Saint Louis Art Fair artist who brings stories to life through striking hyperrealistic drawings. And visit the Missouri Botanical Garden’s Herbarium to meet a trailblazing botanist who has named more plant species than any other living woman.
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