In this episode of The 314 Podcast, host Sarah Fenske talks with NewsNation anchor Leland Vittert, who shares how growing up with autism and enduring bullying at some top St. Louis prep schools helped prepare him for the “viper pit” of TV journalism in Washington, D.C.—and discusses being let go from Fox News over his aggressive questioning of President Donald Trump’s administration. Then, Sarah chats with SLM staff writer Ryan Krull about his coverage of Dara Daugherty, whom the city has accused of running illegal rooming houses, but who continues to hold on to her real estate empire. Listen and follow The 314 Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever podcasts are available.

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You may also enjoy these SLM stories:
Accused slumlord Dara Daugherty files for bankruptcy, complicating the city’s plans
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In this episode of&nbsp;The 314 Podcast, host&nbsp;<a href="https://www.stlmag.com/author/sarah-fenske/">Sarah Fenske</a>&nbsp;talks with NewsNation anchor Leland Vittert, who shares how growing up with autism and enduring bullying at some top St. Louis prep schools helped prepare him for the &ldquo;viper pit&rdquo; of TV journalism in Washington, D.C.&mdash;and discusses being let go from Fox News over his aggressive questioning of President Donald Trump&rsquo;s administration.&nbsp;Then, Sarah chats with&nbsp;SLM&nbsp;staff writer Ryan Krull about his&nbsp;<a href="https://www.stlmag.com/news/benton-park-association-dara-daugherty/">coverage</a>&nbsp;of Dara Daugherty, whom the city has accused of running illegal rooming houses, but who continues to hold on to her real estate empire. Listen and follow&nbsp;The 314 Podcast&nbsp;on&nbsp;<a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-314-podcast/id1793192207">Apple Podcasts</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/0mJtCTOoiTpN2Jjc2VW0eE">Spotify</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwYnyrcREHGme7iXhvDnXB6ZTWV-1RtWf">YouTube</a>, or wherever podcasts are available.
This episode is sponsored by Classic Aire Care.&nbsp;With over 4,000 five-star reviews, they are the experts in making your life more comfortable. To learn more about extending the life of your HVAC system with Classic Aire Care&rsquo;s membership maintenance plans, visit&nbsp;<a href="https://www.classicairecare.com/maintenance-plan">classicairecare.com</a>.
New to podcasts?&nbsp;<a href="https://www.stlmag.com/podcasts/how-to-listen/">Follow these instructions</a>&nbsp;to start listening to our shows, and hear what you&rsquo;ve been missing!
Have an idea for a future&nbsp;episode?&nbsp;Send your thoughts or feedback by emailing&nbsp;<a href="mailto:podcasts@stlmag.com">podcasts@stlmag.com</a>.
Interested in being a podcast sponsor?&nbsp;Contact Lauren Leppert at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:lleppert@stlmag.com">lleppert@stlmag.com</a>.
You may also enjoy these SLM stories:
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<li><a href="https://www.stlmag.com/news/dara-daugherty-bankruptcy/">Accused slumlord Dara Daugherty files for bankruptcy, complicating the city&rsquo;s plans</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.stlmag.com/news/benton-park-neighbors-target-slumlord%E2%80%99s-nuisance-property/">Benton Park neighbors target slumlord&rsquo;s nuisance property</a></li>
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Join St. Louis Magazine executive editor Sarah Fenske for conversations that dig into why things are the way they are in St. Louis — and how we can make them better. From the stories that inspire us to the challenges that push us, The 314 Podcast is here to celebrate the good, confront the bad, and untangle the complicated.

Join St. Louis Magazine executive editor Sarah Fenske for conversations that dig into why things are the way they are in St. Louis &mdash; and how we can make them better. From the stories that inspire us to the challenges that push us, The 314 Podcast is here to celebrate the good, confront the bad, and untangle the complicated.

The 314 Podcast

Join St. Louis Magazine executive editor Sarah Fenske for conversations that dig into why things are the way they are in St. Louis — and how we can make them better. From the stories that inspire us to the challenges that push us, the 314 podcast is here to celebrate the good, confront the bad, and untangle the complicated.

Join St. Louis Magazine executive editor Sarah Fenske for conversations that dig into why things are the way they are in St. Louis &mdash; and how we can make them better. From the stories that inspire us to the challenges that push us, the 314 podcast is here to celebrate the good, confront the bad, and untangle the complicated.