Donnybrook
282 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 days ago - ★★★★ - 33 ratingsThe show that gives new meaning to the word "debate." Hear what happens when five quick-witted, highly opinionated St. Louis journalists disagree on tough topics. This is not another dry, tame talk show. On Donnybrook, the issues are hot and so is the discussion. It's a high-energy, no-holds-barred debate on the week's news topics. With tongue-in-cheek, Donnybrook's subtitle is "polite conversation on the issues." With host Charlie Brennan, the conversation is highly opinionated and not always "polite." The panel of regulars tackles tough issues and controversial subjects. The opinions are well-informed and widely divergent.
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Episodes
Donnybrook | June 18, 2020 | Full Episode
June 22, 2020 13:57 - 54 minutes - 37.6 MBCharlie Brennan debates with Bill McClellan, Wendy Wiese, Alvin Reid and Ray Hartmann. In the second half-hour, the panel is joined by David Dwight, Lead Catalyst at Forward Through Ferguson.
Donnybrook | June 11, 2020 | Full Episode
June 22, 2020 13:56 - 55 minutes - 37.9 MBCharlie Brennan debates with Bill McClellan, Wendy Wiese, Alvin Reid and Ray Hartmann. In the second half-hour, the panel is joined by Frank Viverito, President of the St. Louis Sports Commission.
Donnybrook | June 4, 2020 | Full Episode
June 09, 2020 15:42 - 55 minutes - 38.1 MBCharlie Brennan debates with Bill McClellan, Wendy Wiese, Alvin Reid and Ray Hartmann. In the second half-hour, the panel is joined by Michael McMillan, President and CEO of the Urban League of Metropolitan Saint Louis.
Donnybrook | May 28, 2020 | Full Episode
June 02, 2020 20:39Charlie Brennan debates with Bill McClellan, Wendy Wiese, Alvin Reid and Ray Hartmann. In the second half-hour, the panel is joined by Jim McKelvey, co-founder of Square, LaunchCode, and Third Degree Glass Factory.
Donnybrook | May 28, 2020 | Full Episode
June 02, 2020 20:39Charlie Brennan debates with Bill McClellan, Wendy Wiese, Alvin Reid and Ray Hartmann. In the second half-hour, the panel is joined by Jim McKelvey, co-founder of Square, LaunchCode, and Third Degree Glass Factory.
Donnybrook | May 21, 2020 | Full Episode
June 02, 2020 20:37 - 55 minutes - 38.2 MBCharlie Brennan debates with Bill McClellan, Wendy Wiese, Alvin Reid and Ray Hartmann. In the second half-hour, the panel is joined by Washington University Professor of Economics, Steven Fazzari.
Donnybrook | May 14, 2020 | Full Episode
May 15, 2020 18:53 - 55 minutes - 38.4 MBCharlie Brennan debates with Wendy Wiese, Bill McClellan, Alvin Reid and Ray Hartmann. In the second half-hour, the panel is joined by Dr. Terri Weaver from Saint Louis University to discuss the impact of the pandemic on mental health, and how you can help others in your life that might need assistance.
Education during the Pandemic | Donnybrook | May 7, 2020
May 11, 2020 02:19 - 55 minutes - 38.3 MBTonight on Donnybrook, we were honored to welcome Dr. Margie Vandeven, Commissioner of the Missouri Department of Elementary & Secondary Education, to the program to discuss the state of education in Missouri during the pandemic.
Special guest, St Charles County Exec Steve Ehlmann on Donnybrook | April 30, 2020 | Full Episode
May 04, 2020 02:05 - 55 minutes - 37.8 MBTonight on Donnybrook, we welcomed St. Charles County Executive Steve Ehlmann to the show during the second half, where conversations centered around how & when to re-open the region's economy.
Visiting With Dr. Jason Purnell, head of the Covid-19 Regional Response Team | Donnybrook | April 23, 2020
April 26, 2020 23:35 - 55 minutes - 38.3 MBCharlie Brennan debates via Zoom with Bill McClellan, Wendy Wiese, Alvin Reid and Ray Hartmann. In the second half-hour, the panel is joined by Dr. Jason Purnell, Director of Health Equity Works at Washington University and leader of the COVID-19 Regional Response team.
More local COVID-19 talk, and few other topics | Donnybrook | April 16, 2020
April 17, 2020 16:05 - 56 minutes - 38.5 MBCharlie Brennan debates via Zoom with Bill McClellan, Wendy Wiese, Alvin Reid and Ray Hartmann. In the second half-hour, the panel is joined by Robyn Weilbacher, Chief Nursing Officer at Mercy Hospital Saint Louis.
Closing Parks? Are Curfews Next? Are there Enough Tests? | Donnybrook | April 9, 2020
April 10, 2020 19:40 - 55 minutes - 38.2 MBCOVID-19 is still keeping us all remote, but the debates are still hot! County parks are closed, are curfews coming next? What should the city be doing with parking revenue right now? We are joined by Dr. Fred Buckhold during the second half for great conversation. Charlie Brennan debates via Zoom with Bill McClellan, Wendy Wiese, Alvin Reid and Ray Hartmann. In the second half-hour, the panel is joined by Dr. Fred Buckhold, Hospitalist with SLUCare Physicians.
How is Gov. Parson doing? Empty jails? | Donnybrook | April 2, 2020
April 03, 2020 16:09 - 28 minutes - 19.5 MBMore conversation this week around both the local and national COVID-19 response. Charlie Brennan debates with Bill McClellan, Wendy Wiese, Alvin Reid and Ray Hartmann.
The First Virtual Donnybrook in History | Donnybrook | March 26, 2020
March 27, 2020 20:02With current orders to shelter at home, we are taking it seriously, so the Donnybrookers are chiming in from their living rooms for this episode. How has the COVID19 pandemic affected your life? How do you think our elected local leaders are handling the crisis? What do you think will happen to all of the businesses that are severely impacted?
The First Virtual Donnybrook in History | Donnybrook | March 26, 2020
March 27, 2020 20:02With current orders to shelter at home, we are taking it seriously, so the Donnybrookers are chiming in from their living rooms for this episode. How has the COVID19 pandemic affected your life? How do you think our elected local leaders are handling the crisis? What do you think will happen to all of the businesses that are severely impacted?
Donnybrook Special: COVID-19 in St. Louis | Donnybrook | March 19, 2020
March 20, 2020 15:32 - 57 minutes - 39.4 MBThe panelists discuss local news around #Covid-19. They are joined by Dr. Gregory A. Storch from Washington University to answer questions about the outbreak, and how we can all stay safe. Charlie Brennan hosts with Bill McClellan, Wendy Wiese, Alvin Reid and Ray Hartmann.
Donnybrookers on what most of us are talking about: Coronvovirus | Donnybrook | March 12, 2020
March 13, 2020 17:17 - 56 minutes - 38.8 MBThis week, we had a special hour long table conversation, with the first half devoted to discussing the local response and issues at the moment around COVID-19/coronavirus.
Hawley wants to censure Schumer, New Town Booming, Rallo Sentencing | Donnybrook | March 5, 2020
March 07, 2020 02:07 - 48 minutes - 33.5 MBOn Donnybrook this week, a pretty strong debate broke out around the table about the Blues not having a home game for “Hockey Is For Everyone” night. The regulars also discuss John Rallo’s sentencing as a part of the Steve Stenger scandal, Prop P running out of money, the growth of New Town in St. Charles, and a few other topics!
Armed MetroLink Security, 75mph Speed Limit, and Gas Leaf Blowers | Donnybrook | February 27, 2020
February 28, 2020 16:19 - 54 minutes - 37.4 MBThe hot topic that stuck out on tonight's show? Gas leaf blowers! Should they be banned for the sake of the environment? Would it be a symbolic move or a worthless gesture that disrupts an industry? Also lots of transportation hot topics, like speed limits, airport studies, and arming guards on MetroLink. Charlie Brennan debates with Bill McClellan, Wendy Wiese, Alvin Reid and Ray Hartmann.
Two disgraced former Governors, Mantovani running, and KaKaw! | Donnybrook | February 20, 2020
February 21, 2020 20:59 - 54 minutes - 37.7 MBWas Blagojevich's commutation called for? Is Greitens making a comeback? Does Mantovani have a chance in St. Louis County? Are the St. Louis BattleHawks for real? All these, and many other questions, debated on this episode of Donnybrook! Charlie Brennan debates with Bill McClellan, Wendy Wiese, Alvin Reid and Ray Hartmann.
High School Sports Galore, and Have You Been to the Arch Lately? | Donnybrook | February 13, 2020
February 14, 2020 17:06 - 54 minutes - 37.6 MBThis week, high school sports was a dominant topic on Donnybrook, with both the recent cheerleader brawl, and the John Burroughs/Lutheran North controversy causing disagreement around the table. The Arch was also a major topic that dominated Your Turn, with many callers and tweeters expressing concerns about the lack of accessibility to the new Arch grounds. Oh, and the St. Louis County Chief of Police, Jon Belmar, retired unexpectedly.
Talking Trump, Parson's Trip To the Super Bowl, STL vs KC | Donnybrook | February 6, 2020
February 07, 2020 21:29 - 27 minutes - 19 MBCharlie Brennan debates with Bill McClellan, Wendy Wiese, Alvin Reid and Ray Hartmann this week on topics including Donald Trump's impeachment acquittal, Missouri Governor Mike Parson's donor funded flight to the Super Bowl, and the divide between St. Louis and Kansas City.
Lt Wildhaber's Settlement Money, Legal Pot in Missouri, and More! | Donnybrook | January 30, 2020
February 01, 2020 20:34 - 28 minutes - 19.3 MBAlvin Reid debates with Sarah Fenske, Joe Holleman, Wendy Wiese and Ray Hartmann around the table this week. Who should pay for the settlement for Lt. Wildhaber? Is the Loop Trolley REALLY dead? Is Missouri next for legal marijuana?
Prop P, Loop Trolley & Bi-State, Kim Gardner(again), Hyperloop | Donnybrook | January 23, 2020
January 24, 2020 21:30 - 27 minutes - 19.1 MBLots of topics that you have heard before make a comeback this week during a shortened Donnybrook because of the Presidential Impeachment Trial. Prop P, Kim Gardner, Loop Trolley, and the Hyperloop all come up for debate in some form this week. The table also discusses the potential of no raises for veterans home workers this year. Charlie Brennan debates with Sarah Fenske, Joe Holleman, Alvin Reid, and Ray Hartmann. #DonnybrookSTL
State of the State, Gardner Sues the City, Spencer for Mayor? | Donnybrook | January 16, 2020
January 17, 2020 21:49 - 54 minutes - 37.5 MBOn Donnybrook this week, Charlie Brennan debates with Bill McClellan, Wendy Wiese, Alvin Reid and Ray Hartmann on the topics of Governor Parson's State of the State address, Kim Gardner's discrimination lawsuit against the city, Cara Spencer's mayoral bid, and tattoos for state troopers among other topics.
"Valet" Parking at MO Capital, Residency Rule, No More Library Fees | Donnybrook | January 9, 2019
January 10, 2020 19:22 - 36 minutes - 25 MBThere are no more library fees in St. Louis City or County, you can breath easy now! Do you think that will have the intended effect of making the library more accessible to everyone in the region? Charlie, Alvin, Ray, Wendy, and Bill all debate that, along with other regional topics on this episode of Donnybrook.
Legal Weed, Refugees in MIssouri, Sales Tax for Airport Purchase | Donnybrook | January 2, 2020
January 03, 2020 18:12 - 54 minutes - 37.4 MBIs legal recreational marijuana in Illinois good for the region? Bad for the region? Is Missouri missing an opportunity that Illinois is capitalizing on? Governor Parson also announces that refugees will continue to be allowed to settle in Missouri, and local governments explore sales tax increases to "buy in" to ownership of Lambert Field.
Top STL Stories of 2019 | Donnybrook | December 26, 2019
December 27, 2019 19:03 - 27 minutes - 37.1 MBWhat was the top story of the STL region in 2019? The Blues? Steve Stenger? Better Together? The Loop Trolley? The Donnybrookers all weigh in with their thoughts, and debate some more recent news, specifically, why did Mayor Krewson suddenly pull the plug on the airport privatization exploration? Charlie Brennan debates with Wendy Wiese, Bill McClellan, Ray Hartmann and Alvin Reid.
Impeachment's Local Impact, Snarky Highway Signs, State MLS $ | Donnybrook | December 19, 2019
December 20, 2019 19:46 - 27 minutes - 18.9 MBCharlie Brennan debates with Wendy Wiese, Bill McClellan, Ray Hartmann and Alvin Reid during a shortened show this week due to being pre-empted by the PBS NewsHour Democratic Primary Debate, so you only get 30 minutes this week! Happy Holidays!
Is the Trolley Finished, Capital Goddess, Ban the Box | Donnybrook | December 12, 2019
December 13, 2019 17:36 - 48 minutes - 66.7 MBCharlie Brennan debates with Wendy Wiese, Bill McClellan, Ray Hartmann and Alvin Reid on topics such as banning the "have you committed a felony" on school applications, the Loop Trolley, Amazon incentives, the goddess statue on the state capital, and more!
Jill Schupp, Barry Odom, State $ for MLS, Bowhunting in County Parks | Donnybrook | December 5, 2019
December 06, 2019 22:01 - 49 minutes - 67.4 MBOn tonight’s Donnybrook, some familiar topics hit the table. Should the state of MO provide funding to the MLS stadium? Should we allow deer to be bow hunted in county parks? Is Jill Schupp a good candidate to face Anne Wagner? Charlie Brennan debates with Wendy Wiese, Bill McClellan, Ray Hartmann and Alvin Reid.
NFL Suit, Krewson goes to a Party, More Freeholder Drama | Donnybrook | November 21, 2019
November 22, 2019 17:29 - 54 minutes - 37.7 MBAll five regular Donnybrookers are at the table this week, discussing a wide range of local topics. -NFL Suit Continues -More Freeholder Drama -Mayor Krewson goes partying -and more!
Hyperloop Test Track, Conversion Therapy Ban, Hoops in Forest Park | Donnybrook | November 14, 2019
November 21, 2019 02:18 - 54 minutes - 37.4 MBDid you know there are no basketball hoops in Forest Park? Is that weird? Let's also talk about the Hyperloop Test Track, a conversion therapy ban in the city, and other local topics.
Bi-State takes the Trolley? Rough Rides OK?| Donnybrook | November 7, 2019
November 12, 2019 16:34 - 54 minutes - 37.7 MBThe Loop Trolley gets a lifeline for the time being, but the debate continues around if Metro/Bi-State should take over the Loop Trolley line. More on Belmar and the recent settlement against St. Louis County, and jail for giving someone a "rough ride"?
Chief Belmar in Trouble, Homophobic Defense in STL County, Hyperloop | Donnybrook | October 31, 2019
November 01, 2019 16:24 - 55 minutes - 38 MBDid you miss the show last night because you were out trick or treating? Alvin steps in as provocateur for Charlie this evening, and Joe Holleman is back again at the table, discussing hot topics of the St. Louis region on a this cold Halloween night!
The Counties Jump In the the Airport Debate, Police on Metrolink | Donnybrook | October 24, 2019
October 25, 2019 18:52 - 54 minutes - 37.3 MBCharlie Brennan debates with Wendy Wiese, Joe Holleman, Alvin Reid and Ray Hartmann this week!
The Loop "Folley", Cardinal Ritter football, Failed Gun Checks & more | Donnybrook | Oct 17, 2019
October 18, 2019 18:31 - 54 minutes - 37.2 MBLots of callers on tonight's show talking about the Loop Trolley. Is it time to throw in the towel? Do we find some other solution? Also on the show tonight, Cardinal Ritter in trouble for football shenanigans involving a suspended player, Lewis Reed suggests mandatory reporting of failed gun background checks, and a healthy debate about adult businesses along Manchester Road.
Shildt says bad words, STDs in STL, Justice for Christian? | Donnybrook | October 10, 2109
October 11, 2019 19:11 - 54 minutes - 37.4 MBShould Cardinals Manager Mike Shildt apologize for his language during a livestreamed locker room speech? Do we finally have justice maybe for Christian Ferguson? Who is to blame for STL being the STD capital of the US in many ways? Should Francis Howell SD sue Juul?
Freeholders, Private Airports, Bill Bidwill, Rex's Donation to Parson | Donnybrook | October 3, 2019
October 04, 2019 15:05 - 54 minutes - 37.3 MBAll five Donnybrookers are in tonight, discussing The Board of Freeholders, shining light on airport privatization, remembering Bill Bidwill, and debating Rex Sinquefield's donations to Gov. Parson.
Donnybash: Live from the Sheldon | Donnybrook | September 26, 2019
September 27, 2019 20:03 - 56 minutes - 38.6 MBAll of our regulars take the stage in front of a live audience at the Sheldon Concert Hall for our yearly Donnybash with Nine Network members! Great topics covered, and Your Turn questions live with the audience.
More Gardner debate, Service Monkeys, the mysterious "Dominique" | Donnybrook | September 12, 2019
September 13, 2019 16:46 - 54 minutes - 50.2 MBWhat a great show! Topics are all over the place, ranging from the usual suspects of Kim Gardner, Wesley Bell, Crime Summits, all the way to a rigorous and comical debate about the virtue of owning not one, but three service monkeys in the town of Creve Coeur.
Kroenke & Supreme Court, Galleria Police Shooting, Pot Dispensaries | Donnybrook | September 5, 2019
September 06, 2019 17:28 - 54 minutes - 49.9 MBShould the City of St. Louis keep pursuing the Rams and Kroenke in the Supreme Court? How do we feel about the recent Police shooting near the Galleria? Marijuana Dispensaries must be 1,000 feet from schools. Another study of downtown St. Louis? Monsanto goes after Neil Young?! Can officers speak out on social media?
One topic....gun violence in St. Louis City | Donnybrook | August 29, 2019
August 30, 2019 16:48 - 53 minutes - 37 MBMore topics planned to be discussed on the show this evening, but the Donnybrookers were not able to get away from the first topic of the night, addressing the issues of violence in the City of St. Louis. Has the response from the city government been too slow? What do you think of Rex Sinquefield's reward offer? Is it a city or a regional problem? Great comments and questions from callers during Your Turn tonight as well!
Is the MLS going to help business? Sheila Sweeney sentance OK? | Donnybrook | August 22, 2019
August 23, 2019 18:32 - 57 minutes - 52.2 MBOver ten topics discussed this week, in an extended table discussion including Sarah Fenske from St. Louis on the Air this week. Was Sheila Sweeney sentenced appropriately? Will the MLS really help business in STL? Tim Fitch targets county library trustees. and much more!
Stenger's Sentence, Galloway Running, MLS in STL is HAPPENING | Donnybrook | August 15, 2019
August 16, 2019 19:29 - 57 minutes - 52.5 MBDid Steve Stenger get the sentence he deserved? What are State Auditor Galloway's odds at winning the race for Governor? The MLS is finally pulling the trigger on St. Louis as an expansion city. Do you need to order a Donnybrick?
Stenger's Sentence, Rep. Wagner has no challenger, Blago pardon?
August 13, 2019 19:55 - 54 minutes - 50.3 MBLots to talk about this week in politics to start this show!
Square expands downtown, Hawley targets Twitter, Mx. Moore in Kirkwood| Donnybrook | August 1, 2019
August 02, 2019 17:40 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBSquare is expanding into the old Post Dispatch building downtown, Senator Josh Hawley looks to regulate social media's addictiveness, and a teacher in Kirkwood wants to be called by a gender neutral title, Mx (pronounced mix).
Wagner Silent on Trump, Dorsey Gives $, Shooting Deaths of Kids in STL | Donnybrook | July 25, 2019
July 26, 2019 19:06 - 54 minutes - 50.2 MBRay calls out Rep. Ann Wagner on being silent on President Trump's rhetoric, Twitter's Jack Dorsey gives $500K to help tear down derelict buildings, and violence taking the lives of innocent children in St. Louis are some of the topics covered on this episode of Donnybrook!
Wesley Bell & Parking Tickets, Homes & River Bluffs, MetroLink Security | Donnybrook | July 18, 2019
July 19, 2019 16:32 - 54 minutes - 50 MBStrong conversation around Wesley Bell's unpaid parking tickets, recent decisions around proposed homes on the bluffs in St. Charles, continued drama around the Kim Gardner/Eric Greitens, and MetroLink Security.
Virtue Signaling, State Money For Enterprise Center, Kraftig's Demise | Donnybrook | July 11, 2019
July 12, 2019 18:40 - 54 minutes - 50.3 MBShow kicks off with debate about the band Confederate Railroad and the Nike Betsy Ross flag shoes. Additional topics include Kraftig's demise, state money for Enterprise Center, and violence desensitization. Oh, and Joe Holleman admits why he can't be a real St. Louisan.