17/12/2025
New Episode!
On May 16, 2025, St. Louis was hit by an F3 tornado that left 4,500 households without shelter. It's been seven months since the tornado hit, and still, so much remains to be done to get people back into their homes.
Emily and Michelle welcome Ali Rand, the guiding force behind the St. Louis Street Angels, and one of her volunteers, Will Ratcliff. Ali was a stay-at-home mom of 5, living in the Central West End neighborhood of St. Louis, MO, enjoying that beautiful Friday afternoon before the tornado hit St Louis, including her own home. She started Street Angels, a grassroots volunteer movement in response to the devastation, yet motivated by her love for her adopted hometown of St. Louis.
They talk about the effects of their continued efforts to rebuild, how to stay motivated in the face of adversity, the beautiful friendships they've made, and the stronger sense of community that is being created daily. They still need our help. The families and the neighborhoods still need our help. Do what you can, please share. Every little bit helps.
Jeio Prosecco graced their glasses.
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Listen to her on another podcast about her efforts.
https://www.stlmag.com/podcasts/house-of-lou/episode-22/
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