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In hour 1 of The Mark Reardon Show, Mark is joined by The Reardon Roundtable which is made up of Republican Consultant Gregg Keller and Former Missouri State Senator Jeff Smith. They discuss and debate multiple topics including California's voting process, whether or not Missouri citizens will vote to abolish state income tax, Jill Biden's comments on her husbands 2024 debate performance and more. In hour 2, Sue hosts, "Sue's News" where she discusses the latest trending entertainment news, this day in history, the random fact of the day and more. Mark is then joined by Paul Hall, with Common Guy's Film Reviews. They discuss trending releasing movies and shows including Masters of the Universe, Cape Fear, Office Romance and more. He's later joined by KSDK Sports Director Frank Cusumano. He previews Cardinals vs Reds, the Bears potentially leaving Chicago and more. In hour 3, Mark is joined by Chris Blair, the Executive Vice President and General Manager of World Wide Technology Raceway. He previews the Bommarito 500 Indy Car race that is occurring this Sunday night at the World Wide Technology Raceway. He's then joined by Scott Jagow, a Longtime Horse Racing Journalist and a former KMOX host. He previews the upcoming Belmont Stakes, the final leg of the Triple Crown. Mark is later joined by Grafton Mayor Mike Morrow who shares details on this weekends dedication of its National Memorial of Military Ascent. They wrap up the show with the Audio Cut of the Day.

In this segment, Mark is joined by Grafton Mayor Mike Morrow who shares details on this weekends dedication of its National Memorial of Military Ascent.

This is the VIC 4 VETS, Weekly Honored Veterans. SUBMITTED BY: The honoree himself _____________________________________________________________ Colonel (Ret) Michael R. Morrow Mayor, Grafton, Illinois Mayor: Colonel (Ret) Michael R. Morrow is currently serving as the mayor of Grafton , Illinois. He was elected as mayor in May 2021. Military Career: Mike began his military career in July 1971 and retired from active duty on 31 March 2004 after faithfully serving his country for over 32 years. He served in numerous stateside and overseas military posts and deployed to Desert Shield and Desert Storm. He was promoted to Colonel and served as the District Engineer of the St Louis District, in St Louis, Missouri. After 911 he was selected to serve as the CENTCOM Engineer and deployed to Afghanistan, Qatar, and Iraq. Civilian Career: Mike retired from the Army in 2004 and started his own company, Morrow Group USA, Inc. which was an Illinois based Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business consulting firm designed and staffed to assist clients in strategic business development. On 1 March 2010 Mike joined Triumph Group as the president of Triumph Fabrications, which was a multi-state aerospace manufacturing company with two locations, one in Illinois and the other in South Carolina with a combined annual budget of over $25 million dollars. National Memorial of Military Ascent: Mike is currently the President of the Board of Directors of the National Memorial of Military Ascent, a 501 (c) (3) Non-Profit dedicated to establishing a Military Campus and Memorial to honor our nation’s veterans in Grafton Illinois. Education: Mike is a graduate of the Officer Candidate School, the Engineer Officer Basic and Advanced courses, Atomic Demolitions Munitions course, and the Airborne, Ranger and Recondo schools. He is a graduate of the Combined Arms Staff School, the Command and General Staff College and the Air War College. He received an Associated Degree in Mechanical Design Technology from Mott Community College, Michigan, a Bachelor of Arts in business from Columbia College, Missouri, and his Master of Science in Administration degree from Central Michigan University. Awards: His military awards and decorations include the Joint Distinguished Service Medal, Legion of Merit, Bronze Star Medal, Joint Meritorious Service Medal, Meritorious Service Medal with six oak leaf clusters (6 OLC), Army Commendation Medal (1 OLC), Army Achievement Medal (2 OLC), Good Conduct, Humanitarian Service Medal, Global War on Terrorism Medal, numerous Campaign and Service ribbons and the Parachutists and Ranger badges. COL (Ret.) Michael R. Morrow President NMMA (National Memorial of Military Ascent Mayor, Grafton ________________________________________________________________ This Week’s VIC 4 VETS, Honored Veteran on NewsTalkSTL.With support from our friends at:Alamo Military Collectables, Gemini Wealth Group H.E.R.O.E.S. CARE, Inc. Michel's Funeral Home and Freddie's Market See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is the VIC 4 VETS, Weekly Honored Veterans. SUBMITTED BY: The honoree himself _____________________________________________________________ Colonel (Ret) Michael R. Morrow Mayor, Grafton, Illinois Mayor: Colonel (Ret) Michael R. Morrow is currently serving as the mayor of Grafton , Illinois. He was elected as mayor in May 2021. Military Career: Mike began his military career in July 1971 and retired from active duty on 31 March 2004 after faithfully serving his country for over 32 years. He served in numerous stateside and overseas military posts and deployed to Desert Shield and Desert Storm. He was promoted to Colonel and served as the District Engineer of the St Louis District, in St Louis, Missouri. After 911 he was selected to serve as the CENTCOM Engineer and deployed to Afghanistan, Qatar, and Iraq. Civilian Career: Mike retired from the Army in 2004 and started his own company, Morrow Group USA, Inc. which was an Illinois based Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business consulting firm designed and staffed to assist clients in strategic business development. On 1 March 2010 Mike joined Triumph Group as the president of Triumph Fabrications, which was a multi-state aerospace manufacturing company with two locations, one in Illinois and the other in South Carolina with a combined annual budget of over $25 million dollars. National Memorial of Military Ascent: Mike is currently the President of the Board of Directors of the National Memorial of Military Ascent, a 501 (c) (3) Non-Profit dedicated to establishing a Military Campus and Memorial to honor our nation’s veterans in Grafton Illinois. Education: Mike is a graduate of the Officer Candidate School, the Engineer Officer Basic and Advanced courses, Atomic Demolitions Munitions course, and the Airborne, Ranger and Recondo schools. He is a graduate of the Combined Arms Staff School, the Command and General Staff College and the Air War College. He received an Associated Degree in Mechanical Design Technology from Mott Community College, Michigan, a Bachelor of Arts in business from Columbia College, Missouri, and his Master of Science in Administration degree from Central Michigan University. Awards: His military awards and decorations include the Joint Distinguished Service Medal, Legion of Merit, Bronze Star Medal, Joint Meritorious Service Medal, Meritorious Service Medal with six oak leaf clusters (6 OLC), Army Commendation Medal (1 OLC), Army Achievement Medal (2 OLC), Good Conduct, Humanitarian Service Medal, Global War on Terrorism Medal, numerous Campaign and Service ribbons and the Parachutists and Ranger badges. COL (Ret.) Michael R. Morrow President NMMA (National Memorial of Military Ascent Mayor, Grafton ________________________________________________________________ This Week’s VIC 4 VETS, Honored Veteran on NewsTalkSTL.With support from our friends at:Alamo Military Collectables, Gemini Wealth Group H.E.R.O.E.S. CARE, Inc. Michel's Funeral Home and Freddie's Market See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Samantha Godbey, Director of the Civics Institute at Fairmont State University on their civics-based student survey. Betty Critch and Denise Palmer on the 100th anniversary of the Quota Club and AED donations.Grafton resident Ronnie Burns on the protest he organized this weekend seeking Child Protective Services reforms 

Renovations to the Memorial Arena in Grafton are underway. Following months of controversy and intense debate, the 76-year-old The post Councillor explains controversial arena decision, integrity commission change appeared first on Consider This. Related posts: In Their Words: New ice pad approved for Grafton arena Alnwick-Haldimand takes steps to move forward on the future of Memorial Arena after much debate AH council to seek a report at next meeting into the feasibility of Legion partnership to save aging arena

The Marc Cox Morning Show pauses for something truly special — a story about sacrifice, honor, and the kind of American patriotism that never goes out of style. Grafton Mayor Mike Morrow joins to share the breathtaking story behind the National Memorial of Military Ascent, twelve life-size bronze soldiers scaling a Mississippi River bluff in a stunning tribute to the U.S. Army Rangers who stormed the cliffs at Pointe du Hoc on D-Day, June 6th, 1944. From a God-sent moment on River Road to $3.5 million raised, real young men scanned and cast in bronze, and a three-star general set to dedicate the monument — this is what community, faith, and love of country look like in action. And Mike Morrow did it all without taking a single dollar in salary. The dedication is Saturday, June 6th at 9:30 a.m. in Grafton — and if you have any love for the men who gave everything for this country, you need to be there. Don't miss it. Hashtags: #MarcCoxMorningShow #MikeMorrow #Grafton #DDayMemorial #PointeDuHoc #NationalMemorialOfMilitaryAscent #HonorOurVeterans #WWII #PatriotRadio #ConservativeRadio #MarcCox #STLConservative #MorningShow #MilitaryHeroes #AmericaFirst #FaithAndFreedom #STLNews #RememberDDay

The Marc Cox Morning Show saved some of its best for last. Don Brown comes into studio to lay out exactly how the city of St. Louis is shortchanging its own police department — officers bleeding away to higher-paying suburban departments while the city plays budget games with a mandate written right into state law. Then Grafton Mayor Mike Morrow delivers one of the most moving stories of the week — twelve life-size bronze Rangers scaling a Mississippi River bluff in tribute to the heroes of Pointe du Hoc, a $3.5 million labor of love dedicated on the 81st anniversary of D-Day, June 6th. Andrea Butler of the Beckett Fund for Religious Liberty drops a bombshell: St. Louis Public Schools granted every medical exemption and denied every single religious one, firing over 100 teachers for their faith — and a federal jury just handed them a four million dollar verdict for it. And to close the show, John Solomon's documents reveal that Sally Yates personally ordered the FBI to shut down the Clinton Foundation criminal probe while three separate offices had the evidence to move forward. Four hours. Sixteen segments. Zero apologies. The Marc Cox Morning Show — see you Monday. Hour Hashtags: #MarcCoxMorningShow #HourFour #MarcCox #DonBrown #STLPolice #MikeMorrow #Grafton #DDayMemorial #AndreaButler #BeckettFund #ReligiousLiberty #ClintonFoundation #JohnSolomon #SallyYates #GunsAndHoses #Backstoppers #PatriotRadio #ConservativeRadio #AmericaFirst #STLConservative Hour 4 Guests: Don Brown — Police Board Member & Owner, Don Brown Chevrolet Mike Morrow — Mayor of Grafton, IL Andrea Butler — Counsel, Beckett Fund for Religious Liberty

Four hours. Sixteen segments. One city. One mission. The Marc Cox Morning Show delivered one of the most jam-packed Fridays in recent memory and never let up for a single second. The show opened with a TikTok radical publicly praying for Pam Bondi's suffering, the left's tolerance hypocrisy on full display, and the White House's genius troll job disguising illegal alien statistics as an alien disclosure. The crew dove deep into UAPs, extraterrestrial contact, and Jill Biden's shameless debate night cover-up before the first hour was even in the books. Hour two brought John Solomon's breaking Clinton email evidence, Jefferson County residents recalling their own elected officials, ICE detaining school employees in St. Louis, record stock market highs alongside crushing mortgage rates, and a preschool graduation brawl that had police called to a Catholic school. Hour three turned up the heat with Heritage Foundation national security expert Andrew Harding explaining why Iran's blockaded economy is cracking from within, and Congressman Eric Burlison delivering the most jaw-dropping UAP briefing you will hear anywhere — hundreds of witnesses, radar confirmation, and F-16s that couldn't keep pace with glowing orbs over a U.S. military base. The final hour brought it all home: Don Brown fighting for underpaid St. Louis police officers, Mayor Mike Morrow's breathtaking D-Day memorial rising above the Mississippi, Andrea Butler exposing how St. Louis schools fired a hundred teachers for their faith, and John Solomon's documents proving Sally Yates personally killed the Clinton Foundation criminal probe. This is the Marc Cox Morning Show — and this is the radio the left does not want you to hear. Full Show Hashtags: #MarcCoxMorningShow #May292026 #MarcCox #STLouis #BackTheBlue #DonBrown #EricBurlison #AndrewHarding #MikeMorrow #AndreaButler #ClintonFoundation #UAP #UFO #Iran #ReligiousLiberty #STLPolice #DDayMemorial #PatriotRadio #ConservativeRadio #AmericaFirst #CommonSense #STLConservative #KimOnAWhim #CapitolBeat #InOtherNews #StLouisMorningBrief #GunsAndHoses #Backstoppers #MAGA #FridayMorning Full Show Guest List: Nicole Murray — Business news and markets Andrew Harding — Senior Associate for National Security, Heritage Foundation Congressman Eric Burlison — Missouri 7th Congressional District Don Brown — Police Board Member & Owner, Don Brown Chevrolet Mike Morrow — Mayor of Grafton, IL Andrea Butler — Counsel, Beckett Fund for Religious Liberty

In tonight's dead letter, we head into Grafton, West Virginia — a small railroad town built on a B&O junction, Civil War supply lines, and two national cemeteries. The house at the center of this story sat right in the middle of all that history. When a listener named Jonathan moved in with his family as a kid, it was, as he puts it, just off — and the footsteps upstairs were the easy part. Small things kept stacking up, the kind you could maybe almost explain away one at a time but never all together. Decades later he's still working through what happened in that house, and what stayed there.REFERENCE LINKSGrafton, West Virginia — e-WV EncyclopediaB&O Railroad Historical Marker in GraftonGrafton Civil War Supply Depot Historical MarkerGrafton National Cemetery — National Cemetery AdministrationThornsbury Bailey Brown — First Union Soldier Killed in the Civil WarInternational Mother's Day ShrineAnna Jarvis, Founder of Mother's DayThe Grafton Monster — e-WV EncyclopediaThe Grafton Monster FestivalThe Grafton Monster in Fallout 76George Washington's Surveying of Grafton — City of GraftonRuth Ann Musick, West Virginia FolkloristThe Telltale Lilac Bush and Other West Virginia Ghost TalesAstonishing Legends Ep 85: The Bell Witch Part 1Astonishing Legends Archived Episodes — The Bell Witch SeriesThe Enfield Poltergeist (1977)The Smurl Haunting (West Pittston, PA)Skinwalkers at the Pentagon — Lacatski, Kelleher, KnappHypnopompic Hallucinations — Sleep FoundationThe Old Hag Phenomenon and Sleep ParalysisThe Blemmyes — Headless Men with Faces in Their ChestsWest Virginia Paranormal InvestigationsPaper Moon (1973)We're looking for more stories! Send your Dead Letter to deadletteroffice@astonishinglegends.com!

Hour 4 moves from breaking international coverage of Secretary of State Marco Rubio's remarks at a NATO summit in Sweden, where he defended U.S. force posture adjustments and highlighted Sweden's strengthened role within the alliance, into a detailed look at the National Memorial of Military Ascent in Grafton, Missouri, honoring Army Rangers who scaled Pointe du Hoc on D-Day. The hour then shifts to Guns N Hoses Queen of Hearts results, announcing the latest winning draw and promoting continued participation in support of Backstoppers, before ending with a personal on-air story about a golden retriever that panicked during a coffee shop outing, broke free while dragging a chair through traffic, and caused damage to a parked vehicle—an incident that turned into an unexpected insurance headache and comedic reflection on pet unpredictability. Guests: Sue Thomas Hashtags: #MarcoRubio #NATO #GraftonMemorial #DDay #ArmyRangers #GunsNHoses #QueenOfHearts #Backstoppers #StLouisNews #PetStory

Sue Thomas joins the program with updates on Secretary of State Marco Rubio's comments from a NATO summit in Sweden, where he emphasized Sweden's strengthened role in the alliance and pushed back on questions about U.S. force posture and global commitments. The conversation shifts to a major local history project in Grafton, Missouri—the National Memorial of Military Ascent—featuring 12 life-size bronze Army Rangers recreating the historic Pointe du Hoc climb during D-Day. Thomas explains how the memorial, inspired by a visit from Grafton's mayor, aims to honor the 225 Rangers who scaled the cliffs under heavy fire, suffering heavy casualties while taking out German positions. She also notes the artistic and logistical challenges behind casting the statues, the fundraising effort still underway for the full visitor center, and the official unveiling planned for June 6, aligned with the anniversary of D-Day. Guests: Sue Thomas Hashtags: #SueThomas #GraftonMemorial #DDay #ArmyRangers #MilitaryHistory #MarcoRubio #NATO #Sweden #NationalSecurity #StLouis

Hour 1 centers on escalating tensions surrounding Iran and the possibility of renewed U.S. military action, paired with broader geopolitical analysis of shifting alliances and national security risks. Hour 2 features a standout interview with Lt. Col. Matt Oldy, an F-15 pilot, who details the complexity and intensity of a real-world combat rescue operation in Iran and reflects on military culture, readiness, and service. Hour 3 dives into a heated political fight over a proposed January 6th-related settlement fund, with competing narratives over DOJ prosecutions, alleged political targeting, and whether compensation is justified. Hour 4 expands to global and local focus, including Secretary of State Marco Rubio's NATO remarks in Sweden, a major D-Day Ranger memorial in Grafton honoring the Pointe du Hoc climb, Guns N Hoses Queen of Hearts results, and a personal story involving a golden retriever causing unexpected chaos and property damage. Hashtags: #Iran #NationalSecurity #F15Pilot #MilitaryRescue #J6 #NATO #MarcoRubio #DDay #ArmyRangers #StLouis #GunsNHoses #Backstoppers #Politics #Veterans #MorningShow

This episode explores the growing issue of body image struggles and eating disorders among men, examining how cultural pressures and online environments—particularly the Manosphere—shape perceptions of masculinity, worth, and identity.Gunter Swoboda discusses clinical insights into muscle dysmorphia, steroid use, and the increasing pressure men face to view their bodies as measures of status and value. The episode also explores practical pathways toward developing healthier relationships with the body and reconnecting with genuine wellbeing.Key Topics• The influence of the Manosphere on men's body image• Clinical insights into muscle dysmorphia and steroid use• Understanding interoceptive awareness and why it matters• Societal and cultural factors reinforcing toxic masculinity• Practical approaches toward healthier body relationshipsSound Bites“The clinical consequences are really real, very real.”“Muscle dysmorphia is a distorted perception of the body.”“The path forward is clinical.Inside This Episode• Understanding the growing body image crisis among men• How the Manosphere shapes male body standards• Exploring muscle dysmorphia and its consequences• Competition, acquisition, and body image pressures• The crisis of recognition and identity in men• The role of algorithms in reinforcing unrealistic standards• Reframing the relationship with the body• Practical pathways toward healing and self-understandingResourcesButterfly Foundation Helplinehttps://butterfly.org.au/DSM-5 (Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, 5th Edition)https://www.psychiatry.org/psychiatrists/practice/dsmInteroceptive Awareness Researchhttps://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6362784GratitudeWe want to extend a huge thank you to our listeners in Fairborn, Grafton, Maple Heights, and Findley for bringing Ohio to #1 on our Top USA listeners list!! And to our Global Listeners, a special shoutout to our listeners in Mainz (mine-s), Emmerich (em-uh-rick), and Mannheim (man-hyme) for pushing Germany to #5 on our global listeners list! CONGRATULATIONS!! you made the Top Listeners List.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/inspire-change-with-gunter--3633478/support.PatreonIf this episode resonates with you and you'd like to go deeper into practical exercises and guided reflection, Gunter offers extended self-development resources and exercises through our Patreon community: www.patreon.com/inspirechangeSponsorDistil UnionThis episode of Inspire Change with Gunter is brought to you by Distil Union, creators of beautifully designed, functional everyday carry accessories that help bring organization, simplicity, and intention into your daily life.Distil Union blends craftsmanship with thoughtful design to help you carry what matters most — without the clutter.

Nestled in the heart of the Tygart Valley in northern West Virginia lies the city of Grafton, home to 4,722 residents according to the most recent census data. Grafton, recognized as the birthplace of Mother's Day in the United States, was once a booming town known for its railroads and its strategic significance during the early stages of the American Civil War. From the burial site of Thornsbury Baily Brown, believed to be the first Union soldier killed in the Civil War in May 1861, to the International Mother's Day Shrine on the city's main street, Grafton is rich in historical significance and landmarks that reflect the enduring spirit of the community and its contributions to American history.  Over the years, the sleepy hills and hollows of the great Mountain State have given rise to numerous legends, including Mothman and the Flatwoods Monster. It is here that we find yet another creature known as the Grafton Monster. Descriptions vary by source, but the creature is commonly portrayed as a very tall, pale or light-colored figure, sometimes described as appearing headless and producing an unusual whistling sound.  Help us buy a camera: ⁠https://ko-fi.com/monsterfuzz⁠ Support the pod: www.patreon.com/monsterfuzz⁠ Check out our merch: ⁠https://monster-fuzz.creator-spring.com⁠ SpectreVision Radio is a bespoke podcast network at the intersection between the arts and the uncanny, featuring a tapestry of shows exploring the anomalous, the luminous, and the numinous. We're a community for creators and fans vibrating around common curiosities, shared interests and persistent passions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Camden Bucey welcomes David T. Irving, President of Reformed Theological Seminary in Jackson, Mississippi, for a rich conversation on Irving's dissertation, Mississippi's Greatest Minister: A Historical Study of Cornelius W. Grafton's 61-Year Pastorate, 1873–1934. Before turning to Grafton, they discuss Irving's recent transition into seminary leadership and the growing pastoral shortage across confessional Presbyterian churches, reflecting on the need for prayer, training, and laborers for Christ's harvest. The heart of the episode explores the life and ministry of Cornelius W. Grafton, a remarkable Mississippi Presbyterian pastor whose decades of quiet faithfulness, denominational leadership, educational labor, and pastoral endurance left a deep mark on church life in the American South. Camden and David consider why Grafton has been largely overlooked, what his ministry reveals about ordinary pastoral faithfulness, and how his life still instructs ministers and churches today. Watch on YouTube Chapters 00:08 Introduction and guest welcome 01:09 Mississippi's Greatest Minister and today's topic 02:03 RTS Jackson update and the pastoral shortage 08:20 David Irving's connection to Mississippi and Cornelius W. Grafton 14:06 Why Grafton has been overlooked in church history 18:14 Grafton's early religious life and spiritual maturation 23:58 Education, pastoral formation, and early ministry 29:33 Union Church, rural ministry, and a sixty-one-year pastorate 36:46 Grafton's preaching, pastoral rhythms, and churchmanship 43:18 Denominational leadership, education, and public influence 49:19 Grafton as historian and the unpublished history of Mississippi Presbyterianism 54:03 Lessons from Grafton's life and ministry today 59:09 Closing remarks and upcoming Reformed Forum events Resources Mentioned David T. Irving, Mississippi's Greatest Minister: A Historical Study of Cornelius W. Grafton's 61-Year Pastorate, 1873–1934 Reformed Theological Seminary, Jackson Reformed Academy Reformed Forum events Participants: Camden Bucey, David T. Irving

In this episode, Camden Bucey welcomes David T. Irving, President of Reformed Theological Seminary in Jackson, Mississippi, for a rich conversation on Irving's dissertation, Mississippi's Greatest Minister: A Historical Study […]

But it's still worth a shot. We discuss the Delmar Trolley, Pirate Ships in Grafton, and why Missouri's Daylight Savings vote won't impact anything anytime soon.

Spring is a time of warmer weather, birds singing once more, and flowers pushing up tiny green shoots as the sun shines and wakes up our world. It is also a time when people complain about the crater-sized potholes that nearly break an axle. It is also the start of road construction season with its delays and detours. In this interview, Denise Marshall, director of public works for Northumberland County, will talk about fixing potholes. She will also discuss the upcoming construction. This includes places near you, such as Welcome, Brighton, Trent Hills, and Grafton. Then, there are the upcoming projects in the planning stages, such as Cobourg's east end, Roseneath and Fenella, Castleton, and Hastings. Have a listen and see if your road is mentioned or if there is construction going on near you this summer.

Humans have been exchanging tokens of friendship since before recorded history. From calling cards to Valentines to Christmas cards, the modern greeting card industry evolved. Research: “America’s First Christmas Card.” Albany Institute of History and Art. https://www.albanyinstitute.org/online-exhibition/50-objects/section/america-s-first-christmas-card Britannica Editors. "scarab". Encyclopedia Britannica, 3 Apr. 2014, https://www.britannica.com/topic/scarab Britannica Editors. "greeting card". Encyclopedia Britannica, 15 Mar. 2024, https://www.britannica.com/topic/greeting-card Brown, Ellen F. “Christmas, Inc.: A Brief History of the Holiday Card.” JSTOR Daily. Dec. 20, 2015. https://daily.jstor.org/history-christmas-card-holiday-card/ Chase, Ernest Dudley. “The Romance of Greeting Cards.” Rust Craft. Cambridge, MA. 1956. “Dali at Hallmark.” Hallmark Art Collection. https://www.hallmarkartcollection.com/creatively-thinking/stories/dali-at-hallmark/ “Esther Howland 1847.” Mount Holyoke. https://www.mtholyoke.edu/directory/alum/esther-howland Evans, Elaine Altman. “The Sacred Scarab, Occasional Paper.” McClung Museum of Natural History and Culture. University of Tennessee. January 1, 1996. https://mcclungmuseum.utk.edu/1996/01/01/sacred-scarab/ Greeting Card Association. “The History of Greeting Cards.” https://www.greetingcard.org/history/ Hanc, John. “The History of the Christmas Card.” Smithsonian. Dec. 9, 2015. https://www.smithsonianmag.com/history/history-christmas-card-180957487/ Henry, William E. “Art and Cultural Symbolism: A Psychological Study of Greeting Cards.” The Journal of Aesthetics and Art Criticism, vol. 6, no. 1, 1947, pp. 36–44. JSTOR, https://doi.org/10.2307/426176 Kavanagh, Marybeth. “Louis Prang, Father of the American Christmas Card.” The New York Historical. Dec. 19, 2012. https://www.nyhistory.org/blogs/prang Koon, Wee Kek. “How ancient Chinese new year cards went from elites’ greetings to bribery instruments.” South China Morning Post. Jan. 31, 2026. https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/chinese-culture/article/3341675/how-ancient-chinese-new-year-cards-went-elites-greetings-bribery-instruments?module=perpetual_scroll_0&pgtype=article Korolkov, Maxim. “‘Greeting Tablets’ in Early China: Some Traits of the Communicative Etiquette of Officialdom in Light of Newly Excavated Inscriptions.” T’oung Pao, vol. 98, no. 4/5, 2012, pp. 295–348. JSTOR, http://www.jstor.org/stable/41725988 Lee, Ruth Webb. “A History of Valentines.” 1984. Newberry, Percy E. “Scarabs: An Introduction to the Study of Egyptian Seals and Signet Rings.” London. Archibald Constable and Co. Ltd. 1908. https://dn790001.ca.archive.org/0/items/scarabsintroduc00newbuoft/scarabsintroduc00newbuoft.pdf Purcell, Denise. “Authentic Messaging and Independent Makers Drive Greeting Cards' Next-Gen Relevance.” U.S. Chamber of Commerce. https://www.uschamber.com/co/good-company/launch-pad/greeting-card-next-gen-relevance#:~:text=The%20category%20is%20massive:%20According,card%20market%20at%20$7%20billion. Grafton, Samuel. “Holly Leaf and Copper Plate.” The North American Review, vol. 226, no. 6, 1928, pp. 660–64. JSTOR, http://www.jstor.org/stable/25110633 Shoichet, Catherine E. “This ‘visionary’ woman changed the way many Americans celebrate Valentine’s Day.” CNN. Feb. 14, 2024. https://edition.cnn.com/2024/02/13/style/esther-howland-valentines-card-history-cec Schmidt, Leigh Eric. “The Commercialization of the Calendar: American Holidays and the Culture of Consumption, 1870-1930.” The Journal of American History, vol. 78, no. 3, 1991, pp. 887–916. JSTOR, https://doi.org/10.2307/2078795 Stupperich, Andy. “Art Education: Louis Prang's Christmas Card Competitions.” The Henry Ford Museum. January 29, 2026. https://www.thehenryford.org/collections/explore/articles/art-education-louis-prang%27s-christmas-card-competitions Terrell, Ellen. “Esther Howland and the Business of Love.” Library of Congress. March 23, 2016. https://blogs.loc.gov/inside_adams/2016/03/esther-howland-and-the-business-of-love/ “World's first printed Valentine's Card.” A History of the World. BBC. 2014. https://www.bbc.co.uk/ahistoryoftheworld/objects/L1NM_6mWRymAMKXcRDlXJA Wright, Helena E. “A winning design: Prang’s Christmas card contests of the 1880s.” National Museum of American History. December 23, 2019. https://americanhistory.si.edu/explore/stories/winning-design-prangs-christmas-card-contests-1880s See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Click/Tap here to direct message us!We answer a listener's inquiry about a statue in Grafton,MA. Before the advent of the cell phone selfie, what was one to do?

This week, we're eating some of the best Chinese food in the area. For real, Editor Britte would eat this all the time. Made to order delights from Eastern Chinese Kitchen, located on Route 50 at 800 N Pike St. in Grafton, WV. Open daily 11:00 AM-8:00 PM, closed on Sundays.Here's what we tried:Fried rice, cheese wontons, orange chicken, general tso's chicken, spicy mango chicken, beef lo mein, and broccoli with garlic sauce. We really went all out because it's all just that good.Then, Matt covers serial killer and white supremacist Joseph Paul Franklin. Franklin is widely known for being the man who shot Hustler Magazine founder Larry Flynt, but there is much more to this story.They also talk about a-holes, go-to order preferences, spree killing, stones, and that most reading is good, most.

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Together with David Jones and Naomi Murphy Keith shares his harrowing experience of abuse at Grafton Close children's home, the systemic failures of institutions, and the ongoing fight for justice and accountability. This candid conversation sheds light on the dark realities of institutional abuse, survivor resilience, and the need for societal change. keywords child abuse, institutional failure, survivor stories, justice, accountability, systemic abuse, Grafton Close, child protection, trauma, activism key topics Systemic failure in child protection Survivor activism and advocacy Institutional cover-ups and accountability key frameworks Institutional Culture and Child Protection action items Survivors should seek support from trusted individuals and organizations. Institutions must be transparent and accountable for past abuses. Society needs to listen to survivor stories to drive systemic change. Advocate for stronger laws and policies to protect children and support survivors.   Sound Bites "Paedophiles are not just male, they can be female too." "Survivors have nothing to be ashamed of." "We need systemic change to protect children."  Chapters (Timings approx) 00:00 Unveiling Grafton Close: A Dark History 05:06 Personal Accounts of Abuse 11:00 The Role of Staff: Ignorance or Complicity? 16:50 Seeking Accountability from Richmond Council 25:57 The Quest for Truth: FOI Requests and Denials 27:20 The Struggle Against Institutional Barriers 28:42 Uncovering the Past: The Case of Philip Saunders 34:15 Seeking Acknowledgment: The Role of the Council 36:38 The Power of Speaking Out: Waiving Anonymity 39:30 The Need for Systemic Change: Addressing Institutional Failures 42:39 The Stagnation of Justice: Challenges with the Council 47:14 Reflections on the Independent Inquiry: Missed Opportunities 51:24 Coping with the Emotional Toll: The Burden of Advocacy 53:53  

  Together with David Jones and Naomi Murphy Keith shares his harrowing experience of abuse at Grafton Close children's home, the systemic failures of institutions, and the ongoing fight for justice and accountability. This candid conversation sheds light on the dark realities of institutional abuse, survivor resilience, and the need for societal change. keywords child abuse, institutional failure, survivor stories, justice, accountability, systemic abuse, Grafton Close, child protection, trauma, activism key topics Systemic failure in child protection Survivor activism and advocacy Institutional cover-ups and accountability key frameworks Institutional Culture and Child Protection action items Survivors should seek support from trusted individuals and organizations. Institutions must be transparent and accountable for past abuses. Society needs to listen to survivor stories to drive systemic change. Advocate for stronger laws and policies to protect children and support survivors.   Sound Bites "Paedophiles are not just male, they can be female too." "Survivors have nothing to be ashamed of." "We need systemic change to protect children."  Chapters (Timings approx) 00:00 Unveiling Grafton Close: A Dark History 05:06 Personal Accounts of Abuse 11:00 The Role of Staff: Ignorance or Complicity? 16:50 Seeking Accountability from Richmond Council 25:57 The Quest for Truth: FOI Requests and Denials 27:20 The Struggle Against Institutional Barriers 28:42 Uncovering the Past: The Case of Philip Saunders 34:15 Seeking Acknowledgment: The Role of the Council 36:38 The Power of Speaking Out: Waiving Anonymity 39:30 The Need for Systemic Change: Addressing Institutional Failures 42:39 The Stagnation of Justice: Challenges with the Council 47:14 Reflections on the Independent Inquiry: Missed Opportunities 51:24 Coping with the Emotional Toll: The Burden of Advocacy 53:53  

Eighteen year old apprentice Jett Newman had a huge number of trial rides before being signed up by northern rivers trainer Matt Dunn. She debuted in February 2025 with two rides for her boss at a Murwillumbah meeting. The first one ran second, the other Without Parallel led all the way to win. The gifted young jockey hasn't stopped riding winners since. She brought up the century when Tomba stormed home from a rearward position to win a 3&4YO event at Doomben on March 28th. In January Jett made a huge impact when she had two rides for two wins at a Rosehill Gardens meeting. Both horses were trained by Matt Dunn who's since kept her away from metropolitan tracks. He wants to preserve her provincial and metro claims for a little longer. Jett TALKS ABOUT HER SPECIAL DAY AT DOOMBEN She hasn't had time to reflect on the achievement because she's been riding all over the place ever since. The apprentice talks  about two more wins to come her way at Grafton and on the Gold Coast.       Jett explains that she and her mother Debbie travel daily from Tweed Heads to fulfil commitments for the Dunn stable at Murwillumbah. She talks about the training talents of Matthew Dunn and the huge team of horses he has in work. The young jockey says only a handful of trainers use the  excellent facilities at Murwillumbah. Jett recalls her exciting day at Rosehill in January when she had two rides for two wins. She was supported on the day by a strong family cheer squad. She talks of the tutelage and support offered by her father Mitch Newman, a former successful jockey whose career was thwarted by ongoing weight problems. Jett says her mother Debbie didn't pursue an aspiration to become a jockey but continues to enjoy her role as an in demand trackwork rider.  The eighteen year old looks back on early days in pony club and a transition to the show ring. She gives a shout out to two older sisters. She fondly remembers the first phase of her apprenticeship to former jockey Claire Lever at Hawkesbury. Claire's husband Chad was also a valued tutor. Jett recalls her exciting first day at the races as a professional jockey. She had two rides at Murwillumbah-  the first one Torque of Dreams ran second, two races later she led all the way to win on Without Parallel.  She talks about a handy bush horse who gave her a hat trick of wins on the Ipswich track. Jett says she's been inspired by high profile female jockeys Rachel King and Jamie Melham who between them struck the Doncaster/Derby double at Randwick on April 4th. The jockey is aware she enjoys a rare luxury in being able to ride at a featherweight.

This past summer Fyn Kynd set a new FKT on the Grafton Notch Loop, a top 25 Northeast FKT route with 35-36 miles and 12-13,000 feet of vertical gain that loops through the beautiful Grafton Notch in Maine. We talk all about Fyn's effort, his development as an athlete, and what efforts he plans to take on next. Find Fyn on Strava and on Instagram @fynthemtnsInfinit Nutrition: Use code FROMTHEBACKCOUNTRY at infinitnutrition.us for 15% off your entire order​Burgeon Outdoor: Check out Burgeon's quality and locally made hiking apparel in Lincoln NH or at burgeonoutdoor.com, and let them know we sent you!!Janji: Use code FROMTHEBACKCOUNTRY at janji.com for 10% off your entire order and let them know we sent you at checkout!

We're back with a full debrief on the 2025 sugar beet harvest season in Grafton, North Dakota.   In this episode, we break down everything from the day-to-day grind of 12-hour shifts to the wild weather that kept everyone on their toes (warm start, buckets of rain, hard freezes). We share the numbers from four seasons of harvest work and a walk-through of what different job roles actually look like on the ground.   You'll hear details about what makes beet harvest both grueling and worth it from the overtime pay structure, the completion bonus, the free RV site, and the friendships that keep us coming back year after year. Plus, we already have our 5th season locked in.   In this episode: What sugar beet harvest jobs actually involve The pay structure: base rate, OT, double time, and completion bonuses Real earnings from 2022–2025 Weather, curveballs, and aurora borealis sightings What we would tell a first-timer considering harvest work   Full show notes and links: thefaiolas.com/165 Connect with us Leave us a voice message: thefaiolas.com/message Email: hi@thefaiolas.com  

In this episode, Rebekah and Lauren discuss spring break activities in St. Louis. They highlight the opening of Urban Fort at The City Foundry soon and Go Play's new location in Lake St. Louis. They recommend Little Diggers, an indoor sandbox, and Animals Aglow at the St. Louis Zoo. Grant's Farm, Ryze Adventure Park, and Sunflower Hill Farm are also mentioned for family fun. They also recommend spending a day at Union Station's attractions and making a day trip out to Grafton, Illinois. Don't forget to check out St. Louis Mom's 100 Things to Do in St. Louis During Spring Break guide and our March Events calendar for more activities!We hope you enjoyed this podcast episode! To learn more about Moms of the Lou you can go to stlouismom.com or follow us on Instagram and Facebook. You can listen to the podcast on Apple Podcast and Spotify. And don't forget to rate and review so more people can tune in! This episode was produced by the St. Louis Mom. It was recorded and edited by STL Bucketlist Studios in St. Louis, Missouri. 

The State of New York has classified the dam at the Dunham Reservoir in Grafton as unsound. The state is leaning towards taking down the dam and creating a wetlands instead, a proposal that is opposed by many local residents. Photographer John Bulmer provides an update on the effort to save the Reservoir with Mark Dunlea of Hudson Mohawk Magazine.

Across the last 19 seasons of the Clink, We have had some really raw conversations. This is one of most listened to episodes with Bernie Matthews (Part 2). Bernie Matthews is a convicted bank robber and prison escapee who has served time for armed robbery and prison escapes in NSW (1969-1980) and Queensland (1996-2000). In this two part series Bernie tells Brent about what it's really like in some of Australia's harshest prisons including Grafton and Katingal. Bernie is now on his road to redemption as an award winning Journalist and Author. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What do QR codes, Olympic athletes, wolf mating documentaries, and Destin, Florida all have in common?Absolutely nothing — and that's why this daily comedy show works.We kick things off with a heated (but deeply scientific) debate about QR codes on billboards. A Chicago restaurant offered a “free burrito” if you scan while driving, and now people are calling for QR code bans. Is it dangerous? Is it genius marketing? Or are we just one distracted driver away from queso-related tragedy? Moon admits he doesn't trust QR codes at all because they feel like digital viruses wearing mustaches.Then we pivot to the Olympic Village, where apparently athletes are breaking records both on and off the field. They ran out of condoms in three days. THREE. DAYS. We discuss why every Olympic competitor seems to come from other Olympic bloodlines, how you even become a skeleton racer if you grow up in Missouri, and why the bobsled team unintentionally created slapstick history.Spring break planning reveals Missouri's true personality: Destin, Florida. The Redneck Riviera claims us once again. Rizz embraces his future as a Boca Raton retiree. Moon preaches the gospel of Gulf Coast sunsets. And somehow we end up arguing Disney inspiration versus Six Flags practicality.In relationships, we break down early red flags: expensive gifts too soon, showing up unannounced at work (don't), texting “good morning ❤️” every day (please calm down), and writing love songs after two dates (call security).Lern shares her surprisingly educational Valentine's Day at a wolf sanctuary where things got wildly biological. Rafe ice skates in Grafton. We discover the Most Gen X Man in the World. And somehow it all makes sense inside this chaotic, sarcastic, slightly unhinged daily comedy show.If you're here for weird news, entertainment gossip, Midwest sarcasm, Florida takes, and Olympic-level nonsense, welcome home. This daily comedy show is your daily reminder that life is ridiculous — and we're just here to narrate it.Follow The Rizzuto Show → https://linktr.ee/rizzshow for more from your favorite daily comedy show.Connect with The Rizzuto Show Comedy Podcast online → https://1057thepoint.com/RizzShow.Hear The Rizz Show daily on the radio at 105.7 The Point | Hubbard Radio in St. Louis, MO.The Most Gen X Man in the World - Dos Equis AdChicago officials raise safety concerns over QR code billboardMedieval-themed live shows draw young women who are looking for love and jaded by modern datingSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Today on MetroNews This Morning: --Winter storm hits northern West Virginia with snow, but southern West Virginia with ice--The father of a Grafton girl who was starved to death is now also charged--Governor Morrisey has also called for an investigation into the child's death--In Sports: It will be the Patriots and Seahawks in Super Bowl LX

Lead Pastor, Tom Lanham continues our sermon series, "New Wine Skins : Loved - Changed - Sent".

This week on American Family Farmer, host Doug Stephan welcomes Heidi Sandrev, President of Angels Haven Horse Rescue in Grafton, Ohio, a 100% volunteer-run nonprofit dedicated to rescuing abused, neglected, abandoned, and unwanted horses while educating the public on humane horse care.Heidi didn't grow up around horses, but she was raised with a strong philanthropic spirit. When she recognized a critical need for a horse sanctuary in her community, she took action, and never looked back. Since 2006, Angels Haven Horse Rescue has given dozens of horses a second chance at life, providing rehabilitation, veterinary care, and ultimately helping them find loving, permanent homes.In this conversation, Heidi shares the harsh realities facing horses today, including neglect driven by economic pressures, gaps in Ohio's livestock laws, and the true cost and responsibility of horse ownership. She also explains how Angels Haven works collaboratively, never judgmentally, with owners, law enforcement, and other organizations, always prioritizing the well-being of the horse.Doug and Heidi also discuss the rescue's powerful educational mission. Angels Haven partners with youth groups, community organizations, and therapeutic programs to teach compassion, responsibility, and proper horse care, benefiting not just the animals, but the people whose lives they touch, including children, families, and individuals dealing with trauma, autism, and PTSD.If you've ever wondered how horse rescues operate, why education is key to preventing neglect, or how agriculture and compassion intersect, this is a must-listen episode. Learn more, get involved, or support the mission at angelshavenhorserescue.org. Website: AmericanFamilyFarmerShow.com Social Media: @GoodDayNetworks

Today on MetroNews This Morning: --Governor Patrick Morrisey delivers his second State of the State Address--State BOE President Paul Hardesty says the state aid formula for schools needs to be a priority--A Grafton woman is charged with murder after her daugther starves to death--In Sports: A heartbreaker for the Mountaineer women and a tough loss at home for Marshall's men

Porphyry, Isaac Casaubon, and Richard Rietzenstein walk into a bar. Well, that's not true, seeing that they were separated  from each other by hundreds of years. But if they did, they would be talking about the Corpus Hermeticum, that mysterious forged document that dates to the Hellenistic era, and claimed to have been written by "Hermes Thrice-great" (the Triple-decker). Thanks to the brilliant work of Guggenheim fellow and all-around savant Anthony Grafton, Jeff and Dave have the opportunity this week to tease out the differences between forgers and literary critics. Digging through chapter 3 of Grafton's 1990 work, the guys show how Porphyry (third century A.D.), Casaubon (16th century), and Reitzenstein (20th century) each tackle this forgery from a different angle, united in their quest for the truth and using some of the same tools. But as it turns out, are truth and falsehood more closely linked than at first  they may appear? And do we have something to learn from the forgers and their methods? Tune in to find out.

A rally at Park Street is underway in response to Maduro's capture, a suspect is arrested in Grafton for an alleged illegal marijuana growing operation, and the season of gift returns is here. Stay in "The Loop" with WBZ NewsRadio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Step into the dense, fog-covered woods of West Virginia as we uncover the terrifying legend of The Grafton Monster, one of America's most chilling and elusive cryptids. In this deep-dive video, we're taking a scientific and lore-heavy look at a creature that has baffled eyewitnesses, investigators, and cryptozoologists for decades. Reportedly first seen in 1964 near Grafton, West Virginia, this hulking, white-skinned humanoid creature has been described as headless, silent, and utterly massive — a creature that walks the line between myth and misunderstood biology. This episode will explore the complete history and lore of the Grafton Monster, diving into eyewitness accounts, regional folklore, and pop culture appearances including its unsettling presence in Fallout 76. But we won't stop there — we'll break down what this creature could biologically be. Could it be a mutated primate species? A misidentified animal under specific environmental conditions? Or even a government experiment gone wrong? Our speculative biology segment will consider how something like the Grafton Monster could exist in nature, drawing from known science on gigantism, cryptid mimicry, and biological camouflage. If you're a fan of cryptid sightings, unexplained mysteries, paranormal legends, or horror-laced speculative science, then this is the video for you. We'll connect the Grafton Monster's origins with other famous creatures in Appalachian folklore like the Mothman, Sheepsquatch, and Flatwoods Monster — showing just how interconnected these tales might be. We'll also explore the geography and history of Grafton, which may have played a role in the development of these cryptid legends. Expect an immersive blend of science, horror, video game lore, and cultural analysis as we dissect the possible explanations for the creature. Whether you believe in cryptids or not, this video will give you something to think about — from neuropsychological explanations for sightings to the sociocultural impact of cryptid legends on small American towns. We'll even touch on the idea of mass hysteria, optical illusions in dense forest terrain, and whether the Grafton Monster could have been a case of mistaken identity — perhaps even a man pushing a cart, as some skeptics have claimed.

Quinn Grafton sits down with Adler Goode and host Ty Williams in this episode of Electric People. Quinn is a 4-time Franchise earner and Market Leader in East LA. Quinn shares sales and leadership lessons from his career.

Federal funding for arts and culture has been curtailed. Trey Kay looks at the reasons in the latest Us & Them. Also, the state board of education has approved another round of school closures and consolidations, the state Legislature is expected to take up several bills in the coming session to address foster care and children who are homeless, and U.S. Army Specialist Sarah Beckstrom was laid to rest Tuesday at the West Virginia National Cemetery in Grafton. The post Latest ‘Us & Them' Reflects On 2025, This West Virginia Morning appeared first on West Virginia Public Broadcasting.

Today on MetroNews This Morning:--The state Board of Education signs of on school closing and consolidation in six counties--It's another wintry morning in the Mountain State--A member of the National Guard killed in the line of duty now lies at the National Cemetery in Grafton--in sports: Princeton's Mossor is the 2025 MetroNews Player of the Year in high school football

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Why does the figure of the devil keep returning in moments of political panic, social anxiety, and cultural decay? In this episode, we sit down with author Grafton Tanner about exorcism, possession, moral panic, and the strange new life of demonology in contemporary America. We trace how neoliberal collapse, social media, and ideological confusion reanimate the satanic imaginary across the political spectrum. The conversation also explores fear, fantasy, and why authoritarian movements rely on demons—literal or metaphorical—to justify themselves.Boycott Watkins on IG: https://www.instagram.com/boycottwatkins/Support the showSupport the podcast:Current classes at Acid Horizon Research Commons (AHRC): https://www.acidhorizonpodcast.com/ahrc-mainWebsite: https://www.acidhorizonpodcast.com/Linktree: https://linktr.ee/acidhorizonAcid Horizon on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/acidhorizonpodcast Boycott Watkins Media: https://xenogothic.com/2025/03/17/boycott-watkins-statement/ Join The Schizoanalysis Project: https://discord.gg/4WtaXG3QxnSubscribe to us on your favorite podcast: https://pod.link/1512615438Merch: http://www.crit-drip.comSubscribe to us on your favorite podcast platform: https://pod.link/1512615438 LEPHT HAND: https://www.patreon.com/LEPHTHANDHappy Hour at Hippel's (Adam's blog): https://happyhourathippels.wordpress.com​Split Infinities (Craig's Substack): https://splitinfinities.substack.com/​Music: https://sereptie.bandcamp.com/ and https://thecominginsurrection.bandcamp.com/

David lives in Grafton, WV where the Grafton Monster was sighted years ago. He himself now has Bigfoot activity on his property and comes on to tell us about it, and his sighting!If you had an encounter and want to tell it on our show, email us at info@cryptidcreatures.co.

Vermont Edition heads to Grafton in Windham County for the latest installment in our monthly “Town by Town” series. Grafton is known for its cross-country ski trails, its award-winning cheddar cheese, the centuries-old Grafton Inn, and its tight-knit community of longtime residents.Our guests include: Grafton News editor Wendy Martin; lifelong Grafton resident Cynthia Gibbs; Patrick Cooperman of the Cooperman Company, which manufactures fifes and drums; Windham Foundation executive director Dan Lerner; Vermont Farmstead Cheese company president Kent Underwood; and Nikolas Katrick, executive director of the Nature Museum at Grafton.Each month for "Town by Town," we spend an hour together learning about one of Vermont's 252 towns or cities. Hear from regular folks and town leaders about what life is like there and how the town culture and economy have changed over the years. At the end of the hour, a guest helps us randomly select our next town by spinning a big Wheel of Fortune-style spinner.

This week, in Grafton, Vermont, a couple attempts to help an odd pair of hitchhikers pull their truck out of the mud, only to end up drinking, hanging out, and ending up brutally murdered. They are found in the strangest positions that dead bodies could be placed. Detectives want to track down these hitchikers, but the pair show up back at the murder scene, not expecting police to already be there, and start blaming each other! Somehow, it then gets even crazier!   Along the way, we find out that fairy houses just mey be for kids, that when you're wearing a "Fat Albert" t shirt, people take notice, and that "I only killed them a little" is a terrible excuse for being part of a murder team!!   New episodes, every Wednesday & Friday nights!! THE HALLOWEEN VIRTUAL LIVE SHOW!!! 10/30/2025 @ 9:00 PM Eastern Time Get your tickets on moment.co/smalltownmurder  Tickets are $20.  Video Playback will be available for 2 weeks after the live event.    Donate at patreon.com/crimeinsports or at paypal.com and use our email: crimeinsports@gmail.com Go to shutupandgivememurder.com for all things Small Town Murder, Crime In Sports & Your Stupid Opinions!   Follow us on... instagram.com/smalltownmurder facebook.com/smalltownpod   Also, check out James & Jimmie's other shows, Crime In Sports & Your Stupid Opinions on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts!!

Many communities face an uneven food landscape: plenty of cheap junk food, but few places to buy fresh, healthy food. This pattern—often called “food apartheid”—doesn't happen by accident; it grows from redlining, unfair rules, and corporate control. The impacts are steep: higher rates of type 2 diabetes, kidney failure, and learning problems in Black, Latino, and Indigenous communities, along with unsafe conditions for farmworkers. These harms have a long history, and government subsidies and convincing marketing keep ultraprocessed foods on top. However, we take practical steps to make change including investing in regenerative and community farms, protecting and fairly paying farmworkers, and enforcing civil-rights laws so public dollars support real food, healthy soil, and communities that thrive. In this episode, Leah Penniman, Dr. Rupa Marya, Raj Patel, Karen Washington, and I discuss why food injustices exist and how we can create regenerative food systems to serve everyone. Leah Penniman is a Black Kreyol educator, farmer/peyizan, author, and food justice activist from Soul Fire Farm in Grafton, NY. She co-founded Soul Fire Farm in 2010 with the mission to end racism in the food system and reclaim our ancestral connection to land. As co-Executive Director, Leah is part of a team that facilitates powerful food sovereignty programs - including farmer training for Black & Brown people, a subsidized farm food distribution program for communities living under food apartheid, and domestic and international organizing toward equity in the food system. Leah has been farming since 1996, holds an MA in Education and a BA in Environmental Science from Clark University, and is a Manye (Queen Mother) in Vodun.  Dr. Rupa Marya is a physician, activist, mother, and composer. She is an Associate Professor of Medicine at the University of California, San Francisco where she practices and teaches Internal Medicine. Her research examines the health impacts of social systems, from agriculture to policing. She is a co-founder of the Do No Harm Coalition, a collective of health workers committed to addressing disease through structural change. At the invitation of Lakota health leaders, she is currently helping to set up the Mni Wiconi Health Clinic and Farm at Standing Rock in order to decolonize medicine and food.  Raj Patel is a Research Professor at the University of Texas at Austin's Lyndon B Johnson School of Public Affairs, a professor in the University's department of nutrition, and a Research Associate at Rhodes University, South Africa. He is the author of Stuffed and Starved, the New York Times bestselling The Value of Nothing, co-author of A History of the World in Seven Cheap Things. A James Beard Leadership Award winner, he is the co-director of the award-winning documentary about climate change and the food system, The Ants & The Grasshopper.  Karen is a farmer, activist, and food advocate. She is the Co-owner and Farmer at Rise & Root Farm in Chester, New York. In 2010, Karen Co-Founded Black Urban Growers (BUGS), an organization supporting growers in both urban and rural settings. In 2012, Ebony magazine voted her one of the 100 most influential African Americans in the country, and in 2014 Karen was the recipient of the James Beard Leadership Award. Karen serves on the boards of the New York Botanical Gardens, SoulFire Farm, the Mary Mitchell Center, Why Hunger, and Farm School NYC. This episode is brought to you by BIOptimizers. Head to bioptimizers.com/hyman and use code HYMAN to save 15%. Full-length episodes can be found here:Why Food Is A Social Justice Issue Food Justice: Why Our Bodies And Our Society Are Inflamed A Way Out Of Food Racism And Poverty