BJ The DJ: The Man Behind the Mix
BJ The DJ joins Rene Knott for a conversation about music, radio, legacy, and the sound of St. Louis.
For over four decades, BJ has been more than a voice on the airwaves — he has been part of the rhythm of the city. From breaking records and supporting artists to helping shape the soundtrack for...
Wil Robinson: From St. Louis to After 7
Wil Robinson joins Rene Knott for a conversation about music, legacy, and the timeless sound of R&B.
Before touring the world as a member of the legendary group After 7, Wil’s story started right here in St. Louis. From his early days as a childhood jazz drummer to performing across venues throug...
BradENSTL: Putting St. Louis Food First
Braden Tewolde joins Rene Knott for a conversation about food, culture, entrepreneurship, and the power of bringing people together around the St. Louis food scene.
Known online as BradENSTL, Braden has used social media to spotlight restaurants, chefs, and the flavors shaping the region. His wor...
Juvenile & Mannie Fresh Talk Music, Legacy & Still 400
It’s a Special MATI Episode of The Rundown.
While in St. Louis for Music at the Intersection, Rene Knott sat down with Juvenile and Mannie Fresh for a conversation full of music, legacy, laughter, and culture.
From the Cash Money era to the sound that helped shape Southern hip-hop, Juvie and Mann...
Anthony Slaughter: Friendship, Reinvention & Freedom
🎬 THIS WEEK ON THE RUNDOWN WITH RENE KNOTT 🎬
Anthony Slaughter returns to The Rundown — becoming the first guest to appear for a second episode.
Rene and Anthony’s connection goes back to their days together at KSDK, where they were not only colleagues in the newsroom, but also developed a true f...
Mike Bush: 41 Years of Stories, Service & St. Louis
🎬 THIS WEEK ON THE RUNDOWN WITH RENE KNOTT 🎬
Mike Bush joins Rene Knott for a conversation about storytelling, service, and a historic career in St. Louis journalism.
For more than four decades, Mike Bush has been one of the most trusted and treasured voices in local news. After 41 years at KSDK ...
Kyjuan: From Hip-Hop to Peacemaking
THIS WEEK ON THE RUNDOWN WITH RENE KNOTT
Kyjuan of the world-famous St. Lunatics joins Rene Knott for a conversation about music, culture, business, and staying rooted in St. Louis.
Proudly representing University City and St. Louis, Missouri, Kyjuan reflects on his journey from hip-hop success ...
Tamara Keefe: The Flavor of St. Louis
Tamara Keefe joins Rene Knott for a conversation about entrepreneurship, purpose, community, and the story behind Clementine’s Ice Cream.
Tamara’s journey with ice cream started long before Clementine’s became a St. Louis favorite. As a child, a simple hand-crank ice cream maker helped turn Sunda...
What Inspires a Legend? Wyclef Jean on The Rundown
On this special MATI mini edition of The Rundown, Rene Knott sits down with legendary super producer, singer, and musician Wyclef to talk about the influences behind his music and what keeps him inspired. Along the way, Wyclef shares memorable stories—including that first meeting with the King of...
Katie Lee: Turning Adversity Into an Empire
This week on The Rundown, Rene sits down with Katie Lee, founder of Katie's Pizza & Pasta Osteria, for a conversation about a journey that goes far beyond pizza.
Katie opens up about overcoming addiction, the complicated but lasting influence of her father, and the determination it took to turn a...
