Some aspects of Saint Louis University have become legend and lore. Others have stayed hidden, until now. Welcome to 1818: A Saint Louis University Alumni Podcast, where more than 200 years of SLU history come to life through unforgettable memories, surprising moments, and voices that shaped the institution we know today. Over eight episodes this season, co-hosts <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/meg-connolly-1a71a05/">Meg Connolly</a> (A&amp;S '90, Grad' 92) and <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/tony-minor-07482851/">Tony Minor</a> (A&amp;S' 03) will guide listeners through SLU's past — uncovering stories that deserve to be told. With guests including NASA's Gene Kranz, the St. Louis Jesuits' Fr. Roc O'Connor and Billikens from across the decades, we'll explore:<ul><li>The facts behind the infamous St. Louis exorcism that inspired a Hollywood film</li><li>Our rich Jesuit heritage </li><li>The untold ways SLU has influenced the St. Louis community</li><li>How SLU's iconic Billiken mascot got its start</li></ul>And much more Whether you're a proud alum, a current Billiken, an interested St. Louisan, or simply love a great story, subscribe now to 1818: A Saint Louis University Alumni Podcast and discover the background that made SLU what it is today. Find us at <a href="http://slu.edu/">slu.edu</a> or wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts.

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 &lt;p&gt;Some aspects of Saint Louis University have become legend and lore. Others have stayed hidden, until now. &lt;strong&gt;Welcome to 1818: A Saint Louis University Alumni Podcast&lt;/strong&gt;, where more than &lt;strong&gt;200 years of SLU history&lt;/strong&gt; come to life through unforgettable memories, surprising moments, and voices that shaped the institution we know today.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Over eight episodes this season, co-hosts &lt;a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/meg-connolly-1a71a05/"&gt;Meg Connolly&lt;/a&gt; (A&amp;amp;S '90, Grad' 92) and &lt;a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/tony-minor-07482851/"&gt;Tony Minor&lt;/a&gt; (A&amp;amp;S' 03) will guide listeners through SLU's past — uncovering stories that deserve to be told.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;With guests including NASA's Gene Kranz, the St. Louis Jesuits' Fr. Roc O'Connor&lt;br&gt;and Billikens from across the decades, we'll explore:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;The facts behind the infamous St. Louis exorcism that inspired a Hollywood film&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Our rich Jesuit heritage &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;The untold ways SLU has influenced the St. Louis community&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;How SLU's iconic Billiken mascot got its start&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;And much more&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Whether you're a proud alum, a current Billiken, an interested St. Louisan, or simply love a great story,&lt;strong&gt; subscribe now to 1818: A Saint Louis University Alumni Podcast&lt;/strong&gt; and discover the background that made SLU what it is today.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Find us at &lt;a href="http://slu.edu/"&gt;slu.edu&lt;/a&gt; or wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts.&lt;/p&gt;
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Introducing 1818: A Saint Louis University Alumni Podcast

Shaping the Future Since 1818

As the oldest institution of its kind west of the Mississippi River, Saint Louis University has stood at the forefront for more than two centuries. From revolutionizing football with the forward pass to performing the Midwest's first heart transplant, SLU is where history is made.

Some traditions endure: our proud Jesuit, Catholic foundation, a deep commitment to academic excellence and a calling to pursue social justice. Other stories have been lost to history — until now.

In the debut season of 1818: A Saint Louis University Alumni Podcast, we dive into SLU's rich and often surprising legacy. Each episode features an unexpected conversation about SLU's background, a dynamic roundtable with alumni, thought leaders and changemakers shaping the University's next chapter, and a spotlight on distinctive alumni events and services.
Whether you're a Billiken from yesterday, today or tomorrow, join us as we showcase the people and moments that define us.

Once a Billiken, Always a Billiken.



Shaping the Future Since 1818

As the oldest institution of its kind west of the Mississippi River, Saint Louis University has stood at the forefront for more than two centuries.

1818: A Saint Louis University Alumni Podcast

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