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Show Me South County with Kevin Duy

23 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 years ago - ★★★★ - 4 ratings

This podcast is all about celebrating the businesses, people and neighborhoods that make living in South St. Louis County AWESOME! You'll hear great stories behind locally-owned businesses and personalities who live here in SoCo. You'll also learn things like why South County is a top area to live in St. Louis, Missouri. What are the best neighborhoods for families in St. Louis South County. What are the best restaurants in South County St. Louis. What are the best parks and trails in St. Louis South County, and a whole lot more.

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Milk & My Honey with Jerica Mosello

January 13, 2022 06:00 - 25 minutes - 17.8 MB

Episode 22 of the Show Me South County Podcast features Jerica Mosello from Milk & My Honey - a high fashion and function clothing and accessories company for nursing moms. This South County based business was "born" from the frustrations Jerica experienced as a new mom while trying to find clothes that made her feel and look her best while also being super functional to nurse her baby. It was like the post postpartum fashion industry was forcing nursing moms to choose between wearing cute...

That's Sip With Jennifer Lunsford

November 19, 2021 06:00 - 22 minutes - 15.2 MB

Welcome to episode 21 of the Show Me South County Podcast with Kevin Duy. In this episode I'm excited to introduce you to Jennifer Lunsford, owner of That's Sip, a new coffee shop in the heart of Oakville. Best Coffee In St. Louis - South County Who doesn't love a freshly brewed cup of coffee? Especially when the beans are locally sourced and the coffee is made with love! If you're looking for the best coffee in St. Louis - South County, you've got to stop by That's Sip and give their cof...

Mooty Art With Emmanueul Mooty

November 04, 2021 05:00 - 26 minutes - 18.5 MB

Welcome to episode 20 of the Show Me South County Podcast. This podcast is all about celebrating the people, businesses and neighborhoods that make living in South St. Louis County, awesome. In this episode we focus on the people aspect. Well, to be more accurate, a person. Emmanueul Mooty to be exact. Emmanueul is a super talented local artist who resides in Oakville with his wife and two sons.  I saw Emmanueul share some of his most recent art work on Facebook and I had to reach out to ha...

Andre's Banquets & Catering with John Armengol

April 19, 2021 06:00 - 37 minutes - 25.6 MB

On Episode 19 of the Show Me South County Podcast I welcomed John Armengol from Andre's Banquets & Catering. One of my favorite things about doing this podcast is learning the stories behind businesses that have been a staple in South County for decades. Before having John on the podcast, I never knew that Andre's has been a family run business since his dad John Armengol, Sr started the business in 1980. Best Place For Wedding Reception In South County Andre's has built an amazing reputat...

Proposition S: Safe Schools, Safe Kids with Dr. Chris Gaines, Abby Riess, Nikki McRae & Rebecca Bahora

March 19, 2021 05:00 - 15 minutes - 10.5 MB

On Tuesday, April 6th, voters within the Mehlville-Oakville community have a great opportunity to generate $35 million for the Mehlville School District. The bond issue, called Proposition S, will help our home town district fund projects to improve student safety and accessibility and deferred maintenance WITHOUT INCREASING TAXES. That's right, Prop S is a bond issue that will result in ZERO TAX RATE increases. On Episode 18 of the Show Me South County Podcast I'm joined by Mehlville Su...

Rinse & Shine Auto Detailing & Ron's Lawn Care with Ethan Huegerich

March 12, 2021 06:00 - 17 minutes - 12.3 MB

On episode 17 of the Show Me South County Podcast I welcome Ethan Huegerich, a 19-year old entrepreneur from the Oakville area of South St. Louis County. Ethan doesn't just own and operate one successful South County company, he owns two!  He's an impressive and inspiring dude and I loved our conversation. I think you'll enjoy his story as well.  In this episode Ethan shares:  How and why he started each of his businesses The difference between washing and detailing a car Fun stories of...

Oakville Tigers Boys Varsity Basketball Coach Nick Traxler

March 05, 2021 17:00 - 19 minutes - 13.7 MB

Congratulations to the Oakville Tigers boys varsity basketball team and their 2021 District Championship. Fresh off their big victory over Fox, coach Traxler was kind enough to come on the show. Being a life long athlete and now having kids of my own who love competing in sports, I loved talking to coach Traxler. On this episode of the Show Me South County Podcast, you'll hear:  How important leadership is to a team's success What a coach (or parent) can do to get the most leadership abi...

Cloverleaf Sports Lounge With Tommy Irwin

February 26, 2021 00:00 - 20 minutes - 14.4 MB

One Episode 15 I was joined by Tommy Irwin, the owner of Cloverleaf Sports Lounge in Oakville. Cloverleaf is a great sports bar in South St. Louis County with a fantastic game day atmosphere. They pack 19 big flat screen TVs into a space that's less than 2,000 square feet. So there's not a bad seat in the house when you stop in to catch a game or two. Everyone Loves Tommy's Balls Cloverleaf Sports Lounge is quickly becoming known for their signature menu item... BALLS! Tommy talks to us a...

The Affton Christmas Lights & Train Guy with Jeff Uhlemeyer

February 19, 2021 20:00 - 28 minutes - 19.3 MB

Welcome to Episode 14 of the Show Me South County Podcast with Kevin Duy. This episode launched on February 19th. So, it's not exactly Christmastime. But, we currently have about 6-8 inches of snow on the ground and frozen ponds and lakes all across South County. So one could argue that there's definitely a Christmas feel in the cold air! Best Christmas Light Display In St. Louis  My guest on today's episode is Jeff Ehlemeyer. Jeff is quickly becoming known as the Affton Christmas Lights ...

Respect The Badge with John Allen & Theresa Allen

February 12, 2021 07:00 - 12 minutes - 8.82 MB

South County is full of impressive and ambitious young adults. John Allen and his older sister Theresa Allen are two of them. John had an idea to create a brand and apparel business around supporting first responders. He not only wants to help support first responders, but he also wants to help people view them in a more positive light. John is currently studying at St. Louis Community College and plans on pursuing a law enforcement career. His sister Theresa brings a keen eye for design a...

Cafe Telegraph With Bill Cieslinski

February 05, 2021 06:00 - 13 minutes - 9.32 MB

A few years ago my wife and our four kids enjoyed a fantastic dinner at a new, locally owned restaurant in the South County area. It was a spring day and we sat in a rustic, modern barn style room. The room had a great indoor/outdoor feel to it. The huge windows were opened and it reminded us of restaurants that we've been to in Florida. The Cardinal's game was on and everywhere you looked there was a great view. The atmosphere was awesome. Best Indoor/Outdoor Dining In St. Louis That "new...

Mizz Marketing with Adam McChesney

January 28, 2021 07:00 - 17 minutes - 11.9 MB

Adam McChesney joined me on Episode 11 of the Show Me South County Podcast to share the story of his business Mizz Marketing. Adam grew up in the Oakville area of South St. Louis County and attended St. Francis grade school and Vianney High School. Digital Marketing Agency In St. Louis After a successful five year run in the medical device space, Adam shifted his career focus to the digital marketing space. He launched Mizz Marketing, a digital marketing business that helps small to mid-si...

Donna Young Insurance Agency with Donna Young

January 21, 2021 07:00 - 23 minutes - 15.9 MB

When it comes to insurance, it's important to hire an insurance agent that you know, like and trust. You want an insurance agent who cares, someone who will look out for your best interests. An insurance agent should be someone you feel comfortable calling and talking to whenever you have questions. Best Insurance Agent In South St. Louis County For many South Countians Donna Young from Donna Young Agency is that trusted agent. Donna has been a State Farm Insurance agent in South County fo...

Seven Eight Sign with Erin & Brian Moeckel

January 15, 2021 06:00 - 21 minutes - 14.8 MB

I've been a fan of this small business since the first time I saw one of their cool signs shared on Facebook. My wife Kim and really like the modern farmhouse design style made famous by the HGTV show Fixer Upper. Seven Eight Sign's designs remind me of that look and feel, so it was a thrill to have the owners on the podcast. Signs Made From Reclaimed Wood All of their signs and other products are made from reclaimed wood. The reclaimed wood gives their signs the type of character and dept...

Just Friends Boutique with Tina Dinsmoor & Ashley Johnson

January 08, 2021 06:00 - 18 minutes - 13 MB

Do you like shopping and finding cute new clothes? Do you like hanging out with friends? Then you’ll love Just Friends Boutique. Ashley Johnson and Tina Dinsmoor are great friends who share a love of shopping and having fun with friends. So they decided to combine two things they love by opening Just Friends Boutique.  Women’s Boutique In St. Louis  Just Friends Boutique is an online women’s fashion boutique and the owners, Ashley and Tina, live in Oakville (South County, St. Louis). In th...

Irene's Floral Design with Cory Parolin

January 01, 2021 07:00 - 22 minutes - 15.5 MB

Cory Parolin is in the business of brightening days. She's the owner of Irene's Floral Design, the only independent flower shop in Oakville, MO. What's The Best Flower Shop In St. Louis? If you ask Oakville residents, many will say it's Irene's Floral Design, located in Oakville. Irene's Floral Design can be found on Telegraph Road, in the same plaza as Blarney Stone, next to the Oakville Butcher Block. Who Is The Best Florist In St. Louis? Cory Parolin would receive a ton of votes f...

Missouri Teacher of the Year Darrion Cockrell "Mr. DC"

December 17, 2020 06:00 - 26 minutes - 18.2 MB

My guest for Episode 6 is Darrion Cockrell "Mr. DC," the Missouri Teacher of the Year from Crestwood Elementary School in the Lindbergh School District. If you're not inspired by listening to Darrion Cockrell's story, you may want to check your pulse. What DC had to overcome and endure at a young age is nothing short of incredible.  In this episode you'll find out what it's like to:  be one of six kids raised by a young, single mother who has a serious drug addiction grow up in a neighbor...

Star Nutrition with Melissa Schnable

December 10, 2020 06:00 - 17 minutes - 12.2 MB

One of the best healthy meal replacement and drink options in St. Louis can be found in Oakville, along Telegraph Road. Star Nutrition provides meal replacement shakes, herbal teas, energy boosting teas, fat reducers that are HEALTHY!  Star Nutrition is owned by Melissa and Kyle Schnable. In this episode Melissa shares their story that includes her substantial weight loss after she was introduced to the healthy shakes that she and her husband now provide at their store. First Responder O...

For The Girls Boutique with Ashlee Westervelt & Jessie Selz

December 07, 2020 07:00 - 23 minutes - 16.3 MB

If you're anything like me, you want to support local St. Louis businesses that give back to the community. If that's the case, you'll definitely want to put your support behind For The Girls Boutique. Ashlee Westervelt and Jessie Selz were my guests for Episode 4 and they shared the great story behind their South County based business. For The Girls Boutique specializes in providing unique, cute and fashionable clothing for women of all shapes and sizes. But once you listen to this episod...

For The Girls Boutique with Ashlee Westervelt & Jessie Selz

December 07, 2020 07:00 - 23 minutes - 16.3 MB

If you're anything like me, you want to support local St. Louis businesses that give back to the community. If that's the case, you'll definitely want to put your support behind For The Girls Boutique. Ashlee Westervelt and Jessie Selz were my guests for Episode 4 and they shared the great story behind their South County based business. For The Girls Boutique specializes in providing unique, cute and fashionable clothing for women of all shapes and sizes. But once you listen to this episod...

The Sports Pub & Tap Haus with Colleen Miskovic & Jason Rebholz

November 30, 2020 06:00 - 18 minutes - 12.9 MB

What's the best sports bar in St. Louis? If you ask around Oakville, in South County you’ll have a lot of folks tell you it’s The Sports Pub. The Sports Pub is a popular neighborhood restaurant owned by Jason Rebholz and Colleen Miskovic. It's located at Telegraph Road and Christopher in Oakville, MO.  The Sports Pub is a great family friendly St. Louis restaurant for lunch and dinner. Many Oakville residents will tell you it’s the best sports bar to watch a game in St. Louis. Watching a bi...

Cellar House with Patrick Ahearn

November 28, 2020 06:00 - 19 minutes - 13.1 MB

What's the best wine bar and restaurant in St. Louis? If you ask many Oakville residents, they'll tell you it's Cellar House. Cellar House is a quaint and popular restaurant in South St. Louis County that specializes in a fantastic selection of wine and delicious food that pairs well with it.    Best St. Louis Restaurant for Wine Lovers If you love drinking wine, learning about new wines and hearing the story behind every bottle, you've got to try Cellar House. They have an outstanding sele...

Intro To Show Me South County with Kevin Duy

November 26, 2020 19:00 - 1 minute - 1.18 MB

Welcome to Show Me South County! This podcast is all about celebrating the businesses, people and neighborhoods  that make living in South St. Louis County AWESOME!  You'll hear great stories behind locally-owned businesses and personalities who live here in SoCo. You'll also learn things like:  Why South County is a top area to live in St. Louis, Missouri?  What are the best neighborhoods for families in St. Louis South County?  What are the best restaurants in South County St. Louis?  ...