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Show-Me History PodcastAuthor: River City Productions
Have you wondered why your neighborhood is called what it is? Or why the streets are named what they are? Perhaps you're curious about the socio-political makeup of where you grew up? Or maybe just some quirky stories that you may not know. Look no further than the Show-Me History podcast. Join us as we take a look into the interesting and sometimes odd history behind the city of Saint Louis, Missouri and the surrounding area. Language: en Genres: History Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it Trailer: |
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Allenton: The Rise, Decline, and Disappearance of a St. Louis County Ghost Town
Friday, 16 January, 2026
Discover the story of Allenton, a once-small railroad town southwest of St. Louis that slowly became isolated, declared blighted, and ultimately wiped away through eminent domain. From Route 66 to failed mega-malls and decades of stalled development, learn how this ghost town disappeared—and what remains today. Listen now!All research, editing, and production by River CityProductions for Show-Me History.📬 Reach us at: podcast@showmehistorystl.com 🌐showmehistorystl.com ▶️YouTube: youtube.com/@ShowMeHistorySTL 🟦 Bluesky: showmehistory.bsky.app 📘 Facebook: facebook.com/showmehistorystl 🐦 X: x.com/ShowMe_History💬Please rate and review us on your favorite podcast platform. Every comment helps us grow!Thank you for listening, and until next time… we’ll see you in the Lou.
