The Great Divorce
From Meet Me by St. Louis Public Radio
January 29, 2026 · 32 min · Season 1 · Episode 1
About this episode
The episode discusses the historical decision made by St. Louis to split itself in two and its lasting impact on the region.
150-years ago, St. Louis chose to split itself in two. The decision created an enduring divide that still shapes the region today.
Topics covered
- St. Louis
- history
- regional divide
Keywords
- Great Divorce
- 150 years
- enduring divide
Mentioned in this episode
Places: St. Louis
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