A nonprofit, independent news source to inform, inspire, educate and connect the St. Louis Jewish community.

St. Louis Jewish Light
A nonprofit, independent news source to inform, inspire, educate and connect the St. Louis Jewish community.

St. Louis Jewish Light
A nonprofit, independent news source to inform, inspire, educate and connect the St. Louis Jewish community.

St. Louis Jewish Light
Jordan Palmer

Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content Officer

Jordan worked at KSDK from 1995 to 2020. Jordan is a three-time Emmy award winner who produced every kind of show from news to specials during his tenure, creating Show Me St. Louis, The Cardinal Nation Show. He started ksdk.com in 2001 and won three Edward R. Murrow Awards for journalistic and website excellence in 2010, 2014 and 2020.

Jordan has been married for 25 years and is the father of two college students. He is an avid biker, snowboarder, and beer lover. He created the blog drink314.com, focusing on the St. Louis beer community in 2015. Jordan has an incredible and vast knowledge of useless information and is the grandson of a Cleveland bootlegger.

All content by Jordan Palmer

‘Wicked’ clever: Six13’s latest Hanukkah parody hits all the right notes

Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content Officer
Published December 12, 2024
From Bias to Bravery: The leadership program fighting antisemitism that’s reshaping our community

From Bias to Bravery: The leadership program fighting antisemitism that’s reshaping our community

Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content Officer
Published December 11, 2024
Rabbi Yankel Oster and Head coach Josh Schertz of the Saint Louis University Billikens men's basketball team.

Hoops and Hannukah! Jewish students at SLU score big with holiday surprise from Coach Josh Schertz

Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content Officer
Published December 10, 2024
Marcene Tockman and Vicki Fenster.

The ‘Age of Elegance’ lives on as Ms. Missouri Senior America Pageant seeks new contestants

Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content Officer
Published December 10, 2024
Dr. Fran Levine brings women’s forgotten stories on the Santa Fe Trail come to life

Dr. Fran Levine brings women’s forgotten stories on the Santa Fe Trail come to life

Jordan Palmer, Special To The Jewish Light
Published December 9, 2024
University City says goodbye to a legend: But, Frank & Helen’s story lives on in new podcast

University City says goodbye to a legend: But, Frank & Helen’s story lives on in new podcast

Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content Officer
Published December 9, 2024
Noa Tishby and Emmanuel Acho

What to know before signing up for the ‘Uncomfortable Conversations’ series

Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content Officer
Published December 9, 2024
Temple Emanuel hosts interfaith Hanukkah event to promote unity and understanding

Temple Emanuel hosts interfaith Hanukkah event to promote unity and understanding

Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content Officer
Published December 5, 2024
Ken Weintraub

Ken Weintraub: Ex-social worker is dedicated to improving lives of veterans

Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content Officer
Published December 5, 2024
Jewish Jokes: Did you hear one that Paul Reiser told?

Jewish Jokes: Did you hear one that Paul Reiser told?

Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content Officer
Published December 4, 2024
Hate in our hometown? Holocaust Museum's new virtual classroom isn't just for students

Hate in our hometown? Holocaust Museum’s new virtual classroom isn’t just for students

Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content Officer
Published December 3, 2024
Myles Rosenblum.

St. Louisan Myles Rosenblum to reflect on his service as an elite IDF paratrooper

Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content Officer
Published December 3, 2024
Battle of the Cholent: Who’s serving the best stew in St. Louis?

Battle of the Cholent: Who’s serving the best stew in St. Louis?

Jordan Palmer, Special To The Jewish Light
Published December 2, 2024
Why the St. Louis Jewish Light needs you now

Why the St. Louis Jewish Light needs you now

Jordan Palmer, Special To The Jewish Light
Published December 2, 2024
Tracing Jewish roots: How St. Louisans can explore their heritage through genealogy

Tracing Jewish roots: How St. Louisans can explore their heritage through genealogy

Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content Officer
Published December 2, 2024

When Bob Cohn became Editor-in-Chief of the Jewish Light

Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content Officer
Published December 1, 2024

Bottom of the email photos

Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content Officer
Published December 1, 2024
Two members of the new IDF battalion along with Orit Efron Raana who takes care of the distribution in Israel.

Faith and action: How a Baptist ministry and St. Louis nonprofit are helping Israeli troops

Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content Officer
Published November 26, 2024
This special "Meet Me in St. Louis" reunion is 80 years in the making!

Meet Me in St. Louis reunion! Judy Garland’s iconic costumes return for a Hanukristmas spectacle

Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content Officer
Published November 21, 2024
Amy Fenster Brown, Linda Sandmel, Sharon Weissman, Barb Kramer, Rich Kramer, Ken Weintraub, Ram Lakshmanam, Rachel Sanger, Wendy Flusser, Hillary Friedman, Peggy Cohen Voss, Ellen Schapiro and Debbie Lefton

The Jewish Light honors 11 ‘Unsung Heroes’

Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content Officer
Published November 20, 2024
Clara Deitchman

Yiddish things my bubbe said to me

Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content Officer
Published November 20, 2024
What to know before you see 'First Date' at the New Jewish Theatre

What to know before you see ‘First Date’ at the New Jewish Theatre

Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content Officer
Published November 18, 2024
On the left: Two video screen grabs from Ohio. A group of neo-Nazis marched through downtown Columbus, Ohio, waving swastika flags and displaying antisemitic language, Nov. 16, 2024. (Screenshot via CBS News) On the right, image taken Oct. 5 in Town & Country, Mo.

St. Louis white supremacist group tied to hate-fueled rally in Ohio

Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content Officer
Published November 18, 2024
From Slurpee machines to a synagogue: Inside JSU’s new teen center!

From Slurpee machines to a synagogue: Inside JSU’s new teen center!

Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content Officer
Published November 17, 2024
With limited STL kosher options new GLATT podcast could be a game-changer

With limited STL kosher options new GLATT podcast could be a game-changer

Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content Officer
Published November 17, 2024
The St. Louis men’s group that’s turning isolation into inspiration

The St. Louis men’s group that’s turning isolation into inspiration

Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content Officer
Published November 14, 2024
Holocaust survivor Marion Blumenthal Lazan holding a yellow star identification badge that Jewish people were forced to wear by the Nazis

Holocaust survivor shares her story and a message of hope with St. Louis audience

Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content Officer
Published November 11, 2024
Sep 15, 2024; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Billy Crystal at the 76th Emmy Awards at the Peacock Theater on Sunday, Sept. 15, 2024, in Los Angeles. Mandatory Credit: Kevork Djansezian-USA TODAY

Billy Crystal to appear at this year’s Musial Awards

Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content Officer
Published November 11, 2024

Ladue schools unite for ‘No Place for Hate’ pledge day, championing inclusivity

Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content Officer
Published November 11, 2024
800 Washington University students came together on Thursday, October 12th outside the Danforth University Center on campus for a gathering in support of Israel through song, prayer, and testimonials.

WashU and American Jewish Committee host urgent conversation on campus antisemitism

Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content Officer
Published November 8, 2024
From gangsters to Mel Brooks— My Jewish Book Month's must-reads revealed!

From gangsters to Mel Brooks— My Jewish Book Month’s must-reads revealed!

Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content Officer
Published October 31, 2024
Jennifer Schwesig

Jennifer Schwesig recognized for her role in the fight against Human Trafficking

Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content Officer
Published October 28, 2024
Michael Rapaport

Michael Rapaport cancels comedy show in St. Louis. No security concerns reported.

Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content Officer
Published October 25, 2024
St. Louis Holocaust Museum launches study to gauge visitor impact

St. Louis Holocaust Museum launches study to gauge visitor impact

Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content Officer
Published October 24, 2024
These books tell the soul of our community and call St. Louis home—don’t miss the exclusive tour!

These books tell the soul of our community and call St. Louis home—don’t miss the exclusive tour!

Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content Officer
Published October 24, 2024
Wayne Kaufman.

Wayne P. Kaufman to be inducted into Missouri Veterans Hall of Fame

Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content Officer
Published October 23, 2024
Demolition crews begin work on tearing down Chesterfield Mall.

Remembering Chesterfield Mall where a generation of Jewish teens hung out and made memories

Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content Officer
Published October 16, 2024
How hiking transformed my Sukkot experience

How hiking transformed my Sukkot experience

Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content Officer
Published October 15, 2024
How St. Louisans can see a new documentary celebrating Jewish creators of comic books

How St. Louisans can see a new documentary celebrating Jewish creators of comic books

Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content Officer
Published October 15, 2024
The Sandy Koufax Yom Kippur mystery and the strange Inside-the-park home run he gave up to a horse

The Sandy Koufax Yom Kippur mystery and the strange Inside-the-park home run he gave up to a horse

Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content Officer
Published October 13, 2024
The sukkah includes vibrant, hand-painted panels created by Samantha Zucker

B’nai Amoona unveils stunning hand-painted Sukkah

Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content Officer
Published October 13, 2024
Kristen Bell as Joanne and Adam Brody as Noah in "Nobody Wants This."

Love it or hate It, ‘Nobody Wants This’ is returning for season two

Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content Officer
Published October 10, 2024
Dr. Peter Henderson, principal keyboardist of the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra and associate professor of music at Maryville University

Temple Emanuel’s Selichot service blended prayer and music

Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content Officer
Published October 10, 2024
Leonard Slatkin. Photo courtesy of The St. Louis Symphony Orchestra.

Happy Birthday Maestro! How the Jewish Light covered Leonard Slatkin’s career since 1970

Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content Officer
Published October 9, 2024
Special Torah event in St. Louis honored Oct. 7 Victims, offered prayers for hostages

Special Torah event in St. Louis honored Oct. 7 Victims, offered prayers for hostages

Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content Officer
Published October 9, 2024
Honoring a legacy: University City native’s book supports local scholarship fund

Honoring a legacy: University City native’s book supports local scholarship fund

Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content Officer
Published October 9, 2024
Lilly and Joyce Opinsky.

St. Louis Strollathon: How the Opinsky family’s fight against Rett syndrome unites a community

Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content Officer
Published October 9, 2024
Steven Rosenzweig

St. Louis Jewish Community Center names new CEO

Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content Officer
Published October 9, 2024
(L) Sam Loiterstein and (R) Tamar Todd.

Sam Loiterstein chosen to speak on Jewish resilience at DC Oct. 7 event

Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content Officer
Published October 7, 2024
St. Louisans invited to join global moment of silence for Oct. 7 victims.

St. Louisans invited to join global moment of silence for Oct. 7 victims.

Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content Officer
Published October 6, 2024
Masked men wave Nazi flags over Town and Country overpass

Masked men wave Nazi flags over Town and Country overpass

Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content Officer
Published October 5, 2024
Six13’s new Rosh Hashanah parody will rock your Shofar off!

Six13’s new Rosh Hashanah parody will rock your Shofar off!

Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content Officer
Published October 2, 2024
Naama Herz, former St. Louis Shinshinim sharing experience as Iran attacks Israel

Naama Herz, former St. Louis Shinshinim sharing experience as Iran attacks Israel

Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content Officer
Published October 1, 2024
Preregistration underway for ‘Darkness to Light’ solidarity event on Oct. 7 in St. Louis

Preregistration underway for ‘Darkness to Light’ solidarity event on Oct. 7 in St. Louis

Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content Officer
Published October 1, 2024
Ancient Jewish texts reveal shockingly accurate science in new book

Ancient Jewish texts reveal shockingly accurate science in new book

Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content Officer
Published October 1, 2024
Honoring Jewish architects who helped shaped St. Louis

Honoring Jewish architects who helped shaped St. Louis

Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content Officer
Published September 30, 2024
The Michael family of Louisiana, Mo.

Saving the hidden stories of Jewish river towns before they vanish forever

Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content Officer
Published September 26, 2024

TED-style ‘TENTalks: Jewish Ideas Worth Doing’ to debut Thursday

Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content Officer
Published September 23, 2024
Bagels on The Hill? Yep, you read that correctly

Bagels on The Hill? Yep, you read that correctly

Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content Officer
Published September 23, 2024
How to best experience "The Artist Who Captured Eichmann" exhibit now open at the Holocaust Museum

How to best experience “The Artist Who Captured Eichmann” exhibit now open at the Holocaust Museum

Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content Officer
Published September 18, 2024
Rabbi Simon Jacobson is a pioneering speaker, educator and mentor to thousands. He is the Dean and Founder of The Meaningful Life Center.

In a divided world, can Jewish wisdom unite us? Discover a powerful perspective this Sunday

Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content Officer
Published September 18, 2024
St. Louisan Marc Lapp (below) collects vintage Judaica. His collection includes carved wooden lion (from the mid-1900s) and the silver Torah finials

What you need to know before buying Judaica at auction—including a rare Einstein letter up for bid

Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content Officer
Published September 16, 2024
Dr. Ruth Westheimer

Sex, Secrets, and Dr. Ruth: The radical truths you never heard before

Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content Officer
Published September 16, 2024
A night for Israel at Abundant Life Church, Lee's Summit, Missouri. (courtesy)

One Night Only: Uri Goldflam gives his insider’s view on Israel conflict in St. Louis

Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content Officer
Published September 15, 2024
613 Catering offering kosher Rosh Hashanah menu for 2024

613 Catering offering kosher Rosh Hashanah menu for 2024

Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content Officer
Published September 13, 2024
Can deconstructing books create art? This St. Louis artist proves it can

Can deconstructing books create art? This St. Louis artist proves it can

Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content Officer
Published September 13, 2024
Nova Music Festival doc ‘We Will Dance Again’ set to premiere on Paramount+

Nova Music Festival doc ‘We Will Dance Again’ set to premiere on Paramount+

Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content Officer
Published September 12, 2024
He faced terrorists and booby traps—now Arky Staiman’s shares his incredible journey in St. Louis

He faced terrorists and booby traps—now Arky Staiman’s shares his incredible journey in St. Louis

Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content Officer
Published September 12, 2024
Part Two: More untold Jewish stories behind the 1904 World’s Fair

Part Two: More untold Jewish stories behind the 1904 World’s Fair

Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content Officer
Published September 12, 2024
(L) Jacob Schmidt as Zalmy and (R) Bryce Miller as Schmuly.

What to know before you see ‘Trayf’ at the New Jewish Theatre

Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content Officer
Published September 12, 2024
NCJWSTL’s big move and the difference 285 feet can make

NCJWSTL’s big move and the difference 285 feet can make

Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content Officer
Published September 10, 2024
Janie Roodman Weiss and Galia Movitz.

100 Days to Make a Difference: How JFed plans to change lives

Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content Officer
Published September 10, 2024
Sheryl Sandberg, former COO of Meta and founder of LeanIn.org, interviews multiple eyewitnesses, released hostages, first responders, medical and forensic experts, and survivors of the Hamas massacres.

Shocking doc ‘Screams Before Silence’ coming to St. Louis

Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content Officer
Published September 9, 2024
What WashU’s new expert says about antisemitism in today’s world

What WashU’s new expert says about antisemitism in today’s world

Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content Officer
Published September 8, 2024
Vilnius old town by Augustas Didzgalvis

St. Louis invited to virtually honor Vilna’s Jewish legacy

Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content Officer
Published September 6, 2024
Jasmine Raskas in her art studio.

St. Louis artist Jasmine Raskas unveils ‘Symbiosis’ at the Angad Arts Hotel

Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content Officer
Published September 5, 2024
Clip from The Jewish Light, Oct. 19, 1988.

How Mordechai Rosenstein’s vibrant art left a lasting impact on the St. Louis Jewish community

Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content Officer
Published September 4, 2024
Rabbi David Saperstein, former U.S. Ambassador for International Religious Freedom under President Barack Obama, and Tevi Troy, a presidential historian and former senior aide in the George W. Bush administration.

Opposite Views, Unbreakable Bond: Friends Saperstein and Troy debate Jewish values and politics

Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content Officer
Published September 4, 2024
From St. Louis to the Moon Landing: The fascinating life of Bob Essman

From St. Louis to the Moon Landing: The fascinating life of Bob Essman

Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content Officer
Published September 3, 2024
Zoey Waldman-Schein

Kolot, the St. Louis Jewish Women’s Choir welcomes new director

Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content Officer
Published September 3, 2024
A serene and peaceful scene symbolizing the Hebrew month of Elul and its themes of reflection, mindfulness, and renewal.

The five things I’m doing to get into Elul mindset

Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content Officer
Published September 3, 2024
St. Louisans invited to join 'National Vigil for Hostages' online tonight

St. Louisans invited to join ‘National Vigil for Hostages’ online tonight

Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content Officer
Published September 3, 2024
Kirkwood social studies teacher Jason Kipp during Curriculm Night.

Rabbi and Kirkwood teacher discuss Palestinian flag controversy: Regrets and reflections

Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content Officer
Published August 30, 2024
5 things you will learn from the upcoming ADL webinar on 'Allyship in Classrooms'

5 things you will learn from the upcoming ADL webinar on ‘Allyship in Classrooms’

Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content Officer
Published August 30, 2024
800 Washington University students came together on Thursday, October 12th outside the Danforth University Center on campus for a gathering in support of Israel through song, prayer, and testimonials.

United against hate: St. Louis universities stand strong in support of Jewish students

Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content Officer
Published August 29, 2024
How do you write a meaningful eulogy?

How do you write a meaningful eulogy?

Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content Officer
Published August 29, 2024
St. Louis Mourns a Legend: The remarkable story of how Ted Drewes Frozen Custard became kosher

St. Louis Mourns a Legend: The remarkable story of how Ted Drewes Frozen Custard became kosher

Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content Officer
Published August 29, 2024
via Scott Yamano/Netflix

Why Adam Sandler’s new special is the perfect escape from the St. Louis Cardinals’ slump

Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content Officer
Published August 28, 2024
How a St. Louis synagogue is transforming refugee lives

How a St. Louis synagogue is transforming refugee lives

Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content Officer
Published August 28, 2024
On Saturday, April 27 a group of anti-Israel protesters gathered outside the Olin Library before moving to the east end of the Danforth Campus near Skinker Boulevard where they set up approximately 10 tents.

Israel-Hamas conflict and free speech: A must-attend lecture coming to WashU

Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content Officer
Published August 28, 2024
How St. Louisans can honor the very Jewish history of 'Rudolph The Red Nosed Reindeer'

How St. Louisans can honor the very Jewish history of ‘Rudolph The Red Nosed Reindeer’

Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content Officer
Published August 27, 2024
Alex Krautman’s tweet of bagels sliced this way went viral. (Alex Krautman/Screenshot from YouTube)

The bagel debate is back: Why St. Louis’ vertical slice is still being talked about

Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content Officer
Published August 27, 2024
Forgotten Heroes: Help us find Holocaust survivors who called St. Louis home

Forgotten Heroes: Help us find Holocaust survivors who called St. Louis home

Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content Officer
Published August 26, 2024
Kirkwood social studies teacher Jason Kipp during Curriculm Night.

Controversy erupts over Palestinian flag in Kirkwood classroom: parents raise concern

Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content Officer
Published August 20, 2024
Carol Leifer. Courtesy of APB.

Comedy legend Carol Leifer headlining ‘L’Chaim!’ event in St. Louis

Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content Officer
Published August 20, 2024
The untold battle against antisemitism in Hollywood and how you can help finish the story

The untold battle against antisemitism in Hollywood and how you can help finish the story

Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content Officer
Published August 19, 2024
Diplomat Carl Lutz, who worked in St. Louis in from 1933-1934, would later save thousands of Jews during the Holocaust.  

St. Louis Holocaust Museum reschedules Lutz Award event

Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content Officer
Published August 18, 2024
Saul Mirowitz school welcomes new beginnings

Saul Mirowitz school welcomes new beginnings

Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content Officer
Published August 15, 2024
Courtesy of Rogers Park Band.

St. Charles Jewish Festival unveils must-see music lineup!

Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content Officer
Published August 15, 2024
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