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Introducing 1818: A Saint Louis University Alumni Podcast

February 3, 2026 / 01:08/Trailer

Tony Minor: Some stories from St. Louis University's past have become legend and lore.

Meg Connolly: But much of the university's most intriguing history has remained untold until now.

Tony Minor: I'm Tony Minor.

Meg Connolly: And I'm Meg Connolly, and we're your hosts for 1818: A St. Louis University Alumni Podcast.
Tony Minor: This season, we're diving deep into the real story behind the infamous exorcism that inspired a Hollywood film,

Meg Connolly: to the early days of Billiken athletics.

Tony Minor: To the untold ways SLU has shaped the St. Louis community, and even how our iconic Billiken mascot got its start.

Meg Connolly: Whether you're a proud alum, a current Billiken, or just love a good story, this podcast is for you. Find us at slu.edu or wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts.

Tony Minor: Subscribe now to 1818: A St. Louis University Alumni Podcast.

Meg Connolly: And discover the stories that made St. Louis University what it is today.

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Host

Meg Connolly

Meg Connolly (A&S ‘90, GRAD ‘92) is a two-time Saint Louis University graduate who has been a member of the alumni and development teams for over 30 years. Her favorite Billiken memories include SLU’s 200th celebration under the Gateway Arch, men’s basketball and women’s soccer NCAA tournament pregames, and getting married in the St. Francis Xavier College Church. Connolly is fortunate to have engaged with so many wonderful graduates and friends of the University from across the country — alumni who literally change the world in ways only Billikens can. She is thrilled to share more SLU conversations and stories through the 1818 podcast.

Host

Tony Minor

Tony Minor (A&S ‘03) is a longtime leader in alumni and donor engagement at Saint Louis University, where he currently serves as an assistant vice president. During his 20-plus years in higher ed advancement, he’s led teams across alumni engagement, annual giving, stewardship, marketing and events — all with the goal of building stronger connections between SLU and its community of graduates and supporters. Minor got his start in the Office of the President and has grown his career entirely at SLU. He’s a proud Billiken, holding degrees in English and communications, and is passionate about ensuring SLU’s alumni feel connected.

Producer

Megan Favignano Mansouri

Megan Favignano-Mansouri is the digital content specialist for Saint Louis University's development communications team. Her passion is storytelling and uplifting the voices of the community. Megan is an award-winning storyteller with a decade of experience working in journalism, public relations, and marketing. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism with certificates in Environmental Journalism and Leadership from Webster University. In her free time, Megan enjoys watercolor, family game nights, walks with her two dogs and exploring St. Louis with her husband.

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