Podcasts about miss jane pittman

Eight movie reviews today, Punch it. Body blow body blow.
#1(Bedknobs and Broomsticks 1971)As always for me, this one looks so very much better than it is. Don't get me wrong it's got murder she wrote and Witches, but it still puts me to sleep in the middle sadly.
#2(Death takes a holiday 1971)
Gee whiz V did not love the dialogue here, not wrong, yet for me it kinda added to the oddness of the whole twilight zone package. At least Brad Pitt is not doing a terribly racist accent in this adaptation of the timeless tale where the grim reaper takes some time off to see what love is, oh the back log.
#3 (The autobiography of Miss Jane Pittman 1974) Great movie where Cicely Tyson takes us from slavery to the civil rights movement when she is put into what I can only describe as “really bad makeup” Great director here is John Korty who directed Star Wars……..The Ewok Adventure in 84.
#4(1900 1976) Omg this movie! It is long, intense, great, and unwatchable at times, unless you like real onscreen animal torture, we'll get into it. French guy from Green Card is here as well as Taxi Driver, Dominique Sanda (Janice from Damnation alley), and the sacred fluids guy from Dr. Strangelove Sterling Hayden.
#5 (Tracks 1976) The movie where Dennis Hopper kisses weird. Hopper and the guy from quantum leap are on a train, (Cylon Q leap guy, not Enterprise captain one)Rad N trippy director here is Henry Jaglom.
#6 (The getting of Wisdom 1977) Early film from director Bruce Beresford (Tender Mercies, Breaker Morrant, Driving Miss Daisy) Here we have too much mean sass at this school. It's a coming of age type thing that introduces Austrian Hero Laura Tweedle, played here by Susannah Fowle.
#7 (Patrick 1978) Freaky Telekinesis patient is totally brain dead, but he spits. Susan Penhaligon plays Kathy who scores a weird job in this movie that the internet told me was an underrated classic, it is not.
#8 (Who'll stop the Rain 1978) Nick Nolte is back from Nam, and he has to help his buddy who doesn't know shit about smuggling drugs. Tuesday Weld plays Marge who is caught in the middle. Is this movie good? Find out with us. Thanks for listening.

In Season Seven of TV Talk we are going to tell you about the best African American movies ever. Some of them were made by AA, while others were only stories that included AA. All of these movies were life changing. Today we are talking about a movie we saw on television when we were little kids. Back when we were kids there were very few African Americans on television. So if it had African Americans in it, you watched it. It didn't matter what the story was about, it was just an experience to see someone who looked like us on Television or in the movies. It was the Autobiography of Miss Jane Pittman.

Book Vs. Movie: The Autobiography of Miss Jane PittmanThe 1971 play Vs. the 1974 movieFor Black History Month, the Margos visit "The Autobiography of Miss Jane Pittman." Ernest J. Gaines wrote this novel, which was first published in 1971. The book is a fictional autobiography that spans over 100 years of American history, narrated by Miss Jane Pittman, an African American woman born into slavery and lived through the Civil Rights Movement. The narrative provides a powerful and poignant perspective on the struggles and triumphs of African Americans in the United States. Miss Jane Pittman's life story serves as a lens through which readers can explore the complex issues of race, identity, and social justice. "The Autobiography of Miss Jane Pittman" was adapted into a television movie in 1974 and was directed by John Korty—Cicely Tyson in the titular role of Miss Jane Pittman. Cicely Tyson's performance in the role received widespread acclaim, and the movie itself was well-received for its powerful storytelling and exploration of the African American experience throughout different periods of American history.The TV movie won several awards, including Emmy Awards for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Limited Series or Television Movie for Cicely Tyson and Outstanding Writing for a Drama Special for Tracy Keenan Wynn, who adapted the screenplay from Ernest J. Gaines' novel.In this ep, the Margos discuss:The life and work of Ernest J. Gaines.The plot of the story & the special effects for makeupThe differences between the original novel and the adaptation.The cast of the 1974 film: Cicely Tyson (Jane Pittman,) Valerie Odell (young Jane Pittman,) Richard Dysart (Master Bryant,) Odetta (Big Laura,) Michael Murphy (Quentin Lerner,) Rod Perry (Joe Pittman,) Arnold Wilkerson (Jimmy,) Will Hare (Albert Cluveau,) Katherine Helmond (Lady at House,) Thalmus Rasulala (Ned Douglas,) and Barbara Chaney as Amma Dean.Clips used:Jimmy returns to the churchTCM intro for “The Autobiography of Miss Jane Pittman”Jane gets her nameJoe and Jane meetA fortune teller predicts Joe's deathJane goes to Bayonne.Theme by Fred KarlinBook Vs. Movie is part of the Frolic Podcast Network. Find more podcasts you will love Frolic.Media/podcasts. Join our Patreon page “Book Vs. Movie podcast”You can find us on Facebook at Book Vs. Movie Podcast GroupFollow us on Twitter @bookversusmovieInstagram: Book Versus Movie https://www.instagram.com/bookversusmovie/Email us at bookversusmoviepodcast@gmail.com Margo D. Twitter @BrooklynMargo Margo D's Blog www.brooklynfitchick.com Margo D's Instagram “Brooklyn Fit Chick”Margo D's TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@margodonohuebrooklynfitchick@gmail.comYou can buy your copy of Filmed in Brooklyn here! Margo P. Twitter @ShesNachoMamaMargo P's Instagram https://www.instagram.com/shesnachomama/Margo P's Blog https://coloniabook.weebly.com/ Our logo was designed by Madeleine Gainey/Studio 39 MarketingFollow on Instagram @Studio39Marketing & @musicalmadeleine

Book Vs. Movie: The Autobiography of Miss Jane PittmanThe 1971 play Vs. the 1974 movieFor Black History Month, the Margos visit "The Autobiography of Miss Jane Pittman." Ernest J. Gaines wrote this novel, which was first published in 1971. The book is a fictional autobiography that spans over 100 years of American history, narrated by Miss Jane Pittman, an African American woman born into slavery and lived through the Civil Rights Movement. The narrative provides a powerful and poignant perspective on the struggles and triumphs of African Americans in the United States. Miss Jane Pittman's life story serves as a lens through which readers can explore the complex issues of race, identity, and social justice. "The Autobiography of Miss Jane Pittman" was adapted into a television movie in 1974 and was directed by John Korty—Cicely Tyson in the titular role of Miss Jane Pittman. Cicely Tyson's performance in the role received widespread acclaim, and the movie itself was well-received for its powerful storytelling and exploration of the African American experience throughout different periods of American history.The TV movie won several awards, including Emmy Awards for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Limited Series or Television Movie for Cicely Tyson and Outstanding Writing for a Drama Special for Tracy Keenan Wynn, who adapted the screenplay from Ernest J. Gaines' novel.In this ep, the Margos discuss:The life and work of Ernest J. Gaines.The plot of the story & the special effects for makeupThe differences between the original novel and the adaptation.The cast of the 1974 film: Cicely Tyson (Jane Pittman,) Valerie Odell (young Jane Pittman,) Richard Dysart (Master Bryant,) Odetta (Big Laura,) Michael Murphy (Quentin Lerner,) Rod Perry (Joe Pittman,) Arnold Wilkerson (Jimmy,) Will Hare (Albert Cluveau,) Katherine Helmond (Lady at House,) Thalmus Rasulala (Ned Douglas,) and Barbara Chaney as Amma Dean.Clips used:Jimmy returns to the churchTCM intro for “The Autobiography of Miss Jane Pittman”Jane gets her nameJoe and Jane meetA fortune teller predicts Joe's deathJane goes to Bayonne.Theme by Fred KarlinBook Vs. Movie is part of the Frolic Podcast Network. Find more podcasts you will love Frolic.Media/podcasts. Join our Patreon page “Book Vs. Movie podcast”You can find us on Facebook at Book Vs. Movie Podcast GroupFollow us on Twitter @bookversusmovieInstagram: Book Versus Movie https://www.instagram.com/bookversusmovie/Email us at bookversusmoviepodcast@gmail.com Margo D. Twitter @BrooklynMargo Margo D's Blog www.brooklynfitchick.com Margo D's Instagram “Brooklyn Fit Chick”Margo D's TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@margodonohuebrooklynfitchick@gmail.comYou can buy your copy of Filmed in Brooklyn here! Margo P. Twitter @ShesNachoMamaMargo P's Instagram https://www.instagram.com/shesnachomama/Margo P's Blog https://coloniabook.weebly.com/ Our logo was designed by Madeleine Gainey/Studio 39 MarketingFollow on Instagram @Studio39Marketing & @musicalmadeleine

A 2000 interview with the author of “The Autobiography of Miss Jane Pittman,” “A Gathering of Old Men,” and “A Lesson Before Dying,” tells why he sets his fiction in the Louisiana of his childhood.

In this podcast episode, we explore the life and legacy of Cicely Tyson, from her humble beginnings to becoming a global star in television, film, and theater. Born in 1924 to West Indian immigrants, Tyson faced many challenges growing up as a Black woman in the 1930s America. She attended the Fashion Institute of Technology, but her dreams of becoming a fashion designer were put on hold when she was discovered by a photographer and began modeling for Ebony magazine. Tyson's modeling career led to her first acting role in the 1951 film "Carib Gold." Despite a lack of parental support and limited roles for Black actors, Tyson refused to play roles that perpetuated negative stereotypes. Her breakthrough role was in the 1972 film "Sounder," where she played the role of Rebecca, a Black mother who sacrifices everything for her family. Tyson's nuanced portrayal challenged negative stereotypes of Black women and earned her an Academy Award nomination for Best Actress. Her role in the 1974 television miniseries "The Autobiography of Miss Jane Pittman" further challenged the prevailing narrative of American history and earned her two Emmy Awards. Tyson's legacy extends beyond her acting performance, as she also used her platform to advocate for civil rights and promote a positive representation of Black women in film and television. In the later years of her career, Tyson continued to take on challenging roles that showcased her range as an actress. She appeared in numerous films and TV shows, including "The Help," "How to Get Away with Murder," and "House of Cards." In 2013, Tyson won a Tony Award for her role in the Broadway play "The Trip to Bountiful."Despite her success, Tyson never forgot the struggles she faced as a Black woman in Hollywood. She used her platform to advocate for better representation of Black actors and actresses on screen, and she was a vocal supporter of the Black Lives Matter movement.Tyson also dedicated much of her time to philanthropic work. She was a strong supporter of education and served as a member of the board of directors for the Dance Theatre of Harlem, a nonprofit organization that provides dance education to young people in Harlem.Throughout her long and illustrious career, Cicely Tyson remained a trailblazer, breaking down barriers and paving the way for future generations of Black actresses. Her commitment to social justice, her dedication to her craft, and her unwavering spirit inspired countless people around the world, and her legacy will continue to live on for generations to come.In this podcast, we will explore the life and career of Cicely Tyson, from her humble beginnings in East Harlem to her rise to international stardom. We will delve into the challenges she faced as a Black woman in Hollywood and her tireless efforts to promote social justice and equality. Join us as we celebrate the life and legacy of one of the most iconic actresses of our time.Visual Intonation Website: https://www.visualintonations.com/Visual Intonation Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/visualintonation/Vante Gregory's Website: vantegregory.comVante Gregory's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/directedbyvante/ To support me on Patreon (thank you): patreon.com/visualintonations Tiktok: www.tiktok.com/@visualintonation Tiktok: www.tiktok.com/@directedbyvante

Happy New Year Book Friends! Today we talk about all the new things coming your way in Season 3! Reading topics, reading goals, a reading challenge, and new plans. We are going to have so much fun this year, and we can't wait for you to pull up a chair at the table and join us! Join our private Facebook group for all the book talk and book recommendations you can handle! Books mentioned in this episode: Great Expectations by C Dickens The Crucible by A Miller River of the Gods by C Millard The Autobiography of Miss Jane Pittman by EJ Gaines Conjure Women: A Novel by A Atakora Animal Farm by G Orwell Lord of the Flies by W Golding Ender's Game by OS Card The Glass Castle by J Walls The Coddling of the American Mind by Jonathan Haidt, Greg Lukianoff Antifragile by N Taleb Behind Closed Doors by BA Paris The Ethics of Beauty by Timothy Patitsas How to Tell a Joke: An Ancient Guide to the Art of Humor by Cicero

A brief narrative about Ernest Gaines's novel The Autobiography of Miss Jane Pittman being adapted into a movie and becoming an instant classic. Episode by Keith ClarkThe script was read by Kassandra Timm.

The Oscar-winning actor Viola Davis traces her career in Hollywood back to a single moment of inspiration from her childhood: watching Cicely Tyson star in the 1974 movie “The Autobiography of Miss Jane Pittman.” “I saw excellence and craft, and I saw transformation,” Davis tells David Remnick. “And more importantly, what it planted in me is that seed of—literally—I am not defined by the boundaries of my life.” In a new memoir, “Finding Me,” Davis writes of a difficult upbringing in Rhode Island, marked by poverty and an abusive father. She pursued her dream of attending the prestigious Juilliard School, but felt alienated by a white-focussed approach that left little room for her background or identity. She talks with Remnick about how she grew past these early challenges, the lingering impostor syndrome that many successful people experience, and how she prepared to play Michelle Obama in the series “The First Lady.” Plus, the cartoonist Liana Finck, a regular presence in The New Yorker, explains how a ride on the Long Island Rail Road gets her creative ideas flowing; she can work among people without anyone talking to her.

ABOUT INSIDE THE BLACK BOXChicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment Inc. announced that Inside the Black Box will premiere exclusively on Crackle on February 17th, 2022. The 10-episode series is hosted by Emmy Award-winning actor Joe Morton and producer Tracey Moore.Inside the Black Box will highlight the many of today's prominent creatives of color, ranging from actors to producers to directors, writers, and musicians. The show also attempts to further the discussion about the role race plays in the entertainment industry.Each hour-long episode seeks to provide life lessons and history for the audience of young artists and viewers alike, as well as exciting performance exercises, and the reflection from A-list guests about ho one's complexion impacted the journey to success in their respective fields."Inside the Black Box is a platform for an honest conversation of the Black experience in Hollywood and to let these stories unfold in a manner never seen before in the mainstream media world," said Moore, the show's co-host. "As a celebrity acting coach, I am excited to showcase the talent of a variety of actors that shine. In understanding the challenges and the obstacles that continued to occur in the industry, I want us to focus on better solutions and opportunities."The star-studded list of artists being interviewed onInside the Black Box include Phylicia Rashad, Raven-Symoné, Marc John Jefferies, Da'Vinchi, Norm Lewis, directors Darnell Martin and Salli Richardson-Whitfield, and casting director and producer Leah Daniels Butler, just to name a few.Produced by Landmark Studio Group and distributed by Screen Media, Inside the Black Box will join The Autobiography of Miss Jane Pittman, Mama Flora's Family, and Having Our Say: The Delaney Sisters First 100 Years in Crackle's The Black Entertainment Channel; with Rachel Weintraub and David Kolin-who also created the series-executive producing alongside Moore, Morton, Scott Weinstock, Bob Maurer, Philippe Guelton, Darren Olive, and David Ozer."Inside the Black Box is such an exceptionally powerful series and we are very proud to have this ground-breaking title premiere on Crackle," said Jeff Meier head of programming for Crackle Plus. "Recorded in front of a live studio audience, this series defies conventional categories by melding interviews with performances and embodies the kind of compelling original programming we are adding to our ever-expanding slate in order to better serve our diversified audience."Added Morton, "Inside The Black Box is a space that reigns with pride; a safe haven where artists of color can learn from their ancestry, exchange ideas, celebrate their history, and grow, within the here and now."Here's the trailer:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5qAmVfMDCooJOE MORTON BIO LINK VIA WIKIPEDIAhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Joe_MortonTRACEY MOORE BIO (AND INFO ON HER PODCAST THE SPIRITED ACTOR)Hosted by world-renowned casting director and celebrity acting coach Tracey Moore, "The Spirited Actor" is a show for aspiring and working actors from all walks of life. Each week, Moore welcomes celebrities, actors and industry insiders to discuss the challenges, obstacles and truths about working in show business. The podcast is also a platform to empower, encourage and motivate actors."I'm thrilled to have this opportunity to share insights and experiences from working actors and industry insiders," said Moore. "'The Spirited Actor' podcast is a platform to empower actors with the right tools to succeed in the entertainment business. Tracey plus iHeartRadio and the production power of Premiere Networks and Dr. Dave equals success!"" Tracey Moore has dedicated more than thirty years to the entertainment industry as a casting director, director, producer and acting coach. Over the course of her career as a casting director, she's worked with many notable names, including Dave Chappell, Jon Stewart, Lisa Gay Hamilton, Michael K. Williams, Kerry Washington, Jeffrey Wright, Mike Epps, and others. Her commercial credits include Nike, Sprite, Coca-Cola, The New York Times, Miller Lite, Pontiac, Taco Bell, and Disney.In her spare time, Moore teaches The Spirited Actor Workshop and conducts private coaching sessions. Her clients include Cardi B, Busta Rhymes, Missy Elliott, Eve, Nelly, Q-Tip, Faith Evans, La La Anthony, Common, Ludacris, Darius Rucker and others. In 2002, Tracey wrote her first book entitled "The Spirited Actor; Principles for a Successful Audition" to empower and encourage actors on their journey. Moore also enjoys speaking to students and has lectured at Howard University, Long Island University, Georgia State University and Loyola Marymount University.

Winner of the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 2016, recipient of two Emmy Awards for “The Autobiography of Miss Jane Pittman” in 1974, Best Supporting Actress in 1994 for an Adaptation of “The Oldest Living Confederate Widow Tells All”, and 2013 winner of a Tony Award for Best Performance by an actress in a leading … The post Cicely Tyson: A Life Worth Celebrating first appeared on TRANSLEADERSHIP, INC®.

Originally from Placentia, California, William Adams went from the Barrio to Microsoft. He's funny, unstoppable and committed to equity in tech. He co-founded Microsoft's LEAP Apprenticeship program, increasing the percentage of women and people of color in tech. Just don't try to put him in narrow categories. Raised in a Chicano community, married to an East Indian and a practicing Muslim. What brings it all together? His huge heart. Favorite movie: The Autobiography of Miss Jane Pittman. And his favorite song is U2's "I Still Haven't Found What I'm Looking For." Favorite words: "If you're not on the steamroller, you're part of the road." Follow us on Instagram @365brothers and Facebook at 365BrothersThePodcast.  Interested in being a guest? Visit 365brothers.com. Check out Alitu for more ease editing, polishing and publishing your podcast. About this podcast: In each episode, a Brother reflects on his life; explores the experience of being a Black man in America; shares his interactions with law enforcement; and answers the signature question "If America was a woman, what would you say to her? You won't find a collection of conversations with Black men like this anywhere else. Hear their wisdom. Be inspired. Host, Rahbin Shyne, is an author, educator, creative and avid half-marathon walker.

Caitlin and Bailey discuss the 1974 tv film The Autobiography of Miss Jane Pittman.

TVC 532.1: Tony, Donna, and Ed celebrate the life and career of iconic actress Cicely Tyson, including her Emmy Award-winning performance in The Autobiography of Miss Jane Pittman (and how that movie itself was essentially a lesson in American history), as well as her work in Sounder, The Help, How to Get Away with Murder, East Side/West Side, Free to Be You and Me, and the night she hosted Saturday Night Live in 1979. Want to advertise/sponsor our show? TV Confidential has partnered with AdvertiseCast to handle advertising/sponsorship requests for the podcast edition of our program. They’re great to work with and will help you advertise on our show. Please email sales@advertisecast.com or click the link below to get started: https://www.advertisecast.com/TVConfidentialAradiotalkshowabout Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A review of "The Autobiography of Miss Jane Pittman", a 1974 film adapted from Ernest J. Gaines' 1971 novel of the same name. A then 50-year-old Cicely Tyson portrayed the lead character from the age of 23 to 110 a role for which she became the first Black person to win a lead actress Emmy Award. Show notes are available at http://noirehistoir.com/blog/the-autobiography-of-miss-jane-pittman-movie-review.

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Saluton, estas mi Tyson Saner. I am your host for this week here on Succotash Shut-In, the Soundcast Stimulas Package Epi240. In case you missed it, last week on Epi239, "Drollplayin' with Gamecasts", my co-host and your every-other-show host Marc Hershon harvested four clips having the common theme of roleplaying games from the soundcasts The Adventure Zone, AllD20, Critical Role, and Nerd Poker. It's a fun show and I urge you to check it out if you've a mind to. It can be found via Apple and Google Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, the Laughable app, iHeart Radio or even at our homesite, SuccotashShow.com . This week I've got clips from the soundcasts What Had Happened Was, Oprah's Master Class, and The Al Franken Podcast. I've also got a throwback Henderson's Pants ad from way back in Epi200 for their Bicentennial Pants to round out the whole experience. I haven't really got a whole lot more to say on the subject except thank you for listening so far, I hope you enjoy this episode's offerings. Let's get going! CLIPS What Had Happened Wa‪s‬ Open Mike Eagle sits down with the legendary Prince Paul to discuss Prince Paul's life, impact, and role in the world of Hip Hop. Our clip comes from the episode from July 8th, 2020, entitled "3ft High and Rising: The Origins of De La Sou‪l‬". Prince Paul tells the story of producing De La Soul's first album. Along the way we hear how the group was formed, the creative direction behind the album, and how they fit into the burgeoning hip-hop community around them. From the invention of the 'skit' to the first major sampling lawsuit, it's the story of an album that changed the business of rap music forever.  (On a personal note, I owned a copy of the album when it was pretty new and I was in high school. It's one of my all-time-favorite albums and I don't think very many if any of my peers at the time had ever listened to it or had even heard of it. I made sure a few of them would over time. I enjoy sharing music with people even more than listening to in or making it.) Oprah’s Master Class: The Podcas‪t‬ Hear the greatest life lessons of some of the most respected and renowned actors, musicians, public figures and athletes. Handpicked by Oprah Winfrey, these luminaries reveal their lives with candor and insight — in their own words. We're featuring a clip from December 19, 2018, part of the conversation with the late, great Cicely Tyso‪n‬, who passed away on January 28, 2021. (Yet another personal note: When I was fairly young I was introduced to The Autobiography of Miss Jane Pittman which also starred Cicely Tyson and is for some reason absent from the episode description. When I saw that movie I learned what racism was. I came to understand that the multi-racial neighborhood portrayed on Sesame Street was not impossible but also not necessarily the norm. I still appreciate the idea of it. Also, there SHOULD be friendly puppets and people breaking out in song in our everyday lives, in my humble opinion…) The Al Franken Podcas‪t‬ A five-time Emmy winning SNL comedy writer/producer, joins a four-time #1 NYT bestselling author, a three-time highest-rated national progressive radio host, a two-time Grammy winning artist, and a former US Senator. So, it gets a little crowded in the booth when Al Franken talks public policy and sometimes political comedy with notable guests. Our clip hails from September 29th of 2019, repeating a portion of Al's convo with Chris Rock "Because It's So Damn Great‪!", says the host. (ANOTHER personal note: First of all, I did not find out until recently that Mr. Franken HAD a podcast or I certainly would have been listening to it and would have clipped it already. Second, Saturday Night Live had been a huge influence on my life and sense of humor up until around the early-mid 1990's and then I pretty much stopped watching TV regularly. I'd say I missed a lot of great television programming but…did I really? …I certainly missed SOME…priorities change it seems. Anyway, Al Franken and Chris Rock are definitely 2 of my favorite personalities from that show which I am almost 2 years older than…and I really enjoyed the chance to hear them chat as friends.) That's the lineup of clips for this week. Remember, Marc will be back as host next week in Epi241 with who knows what? Well…YOU know what if you've been listening for a while. It could be clips, it could be a chat…It could be both, really. We'd both appreciate it if you liked what you heard here and decided to listen to more of us and more of other soundcasts and soundcasters we feature on this soundcast so that you can hear what else is out there and then you take it from there I guess… It's February 13th, 2021 as I record this and I gotta say…as far as upsetting days go, this one is right up there with January 6th, 2021.…But it's Valentines Day tomorrow, and…well, that's different for everyone so I don't really know what to say about it…It's dead in the middle of this perfect month that begins on a Monday, ends on a Sunday and is 28 days long. I feel like these are infrequent. So, in this most special of months why not take a moment to rate and review us on whichever service you listen to soundcasts on, assuming that that service also provides you the opportunity to do so? We'd really appreciate it. It's what we mean when we ask you to please pass the Succotash… — Tyson Saner

Guest:Dr. Stepheny Finnie Dr. Finnie Care, LLC Phone: 804-715-1486 Company Page: drfcare.com FaceBook: https://www.facebook.com/drfcare76 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drfinniecareDr. Stepheny Finnie is a Believer, Wife, Mother, and an HBCU Graduate, and she has been a Civil Servant for the Federal Government for 17-years.  She also supported her Husband as he transitioned from service in the Navy to a Federal Government career. Her foundation is grounded in her faith, family, desire to support Veterans, and determination to see Women live happy healthy lives. These traits have resulted in the establishment of Dr. Finnie Care, LLC., to educate on the harmful ingredients in many over-the-counter sanitary products and provide safe options.    Ms. Finnie completed her undergraduate work at Langston University, where she majored in Business Administration. She was also Miss Langston University from 1997-1998. Mrs. Finnie further her education by earning her Master's Degree in Human Resource Administration from East Central University in 2000. In 2009, Dr. Stepheny Finnie earned a Doctorate of Philosophy in General Business from Capella University and returned in 2012 to earn a Graduate-Level Certificate in Diversity Studies.     Cicely TysonBefore we begin tonight's show with my guest Dr. Stepheny Finnie, I wanted to acknowledge the passing of the fantastic and always gracious Cicely Tyson.Cicely Tyson was an actress and fashion model. In a career spanning more than seven decades, she became known for her portrayal of strong African-American women. Throughout her career, Tyson refused to play drug addicts, prostitutes, or maids, roles she thought demeaning to Black women. But when a good part came along, she grabbed hold of it with tenacity.Refusing to participate in the blaxploitation movies that became popular in the late '60s, she waited until 1972 to return to the screen in the drama “Sounder,” which captured several Oscar nominations, including one for Tyson as best actress.Tyson made history when she became the first African American to win an Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actress for 1974's TV film The Autobiography of Miss Jane Pittman. Despite her achievements onstage and in films, much of the actress's best work was done for television. In addition to “Miss Jane Pittman,” she did an outstanding job in “Roots,” “The Wilma Rudolph Story,” “King: The Martin Luther King Story,” “When No One Would Listen,” “A Woman Called Moses.” Recent film appearances include Alex Cross, Diary of a Mad Black Woman, and The Help.The legendary actress promoting her long-awaited memoir, “Just As I Am,” when she passed away on Jan. 28, is now a No. 1 bestselling author.Want to be a Guest, Sponsor, or be featured in the magazine? Contact us! Just Me Magazine www.justmemagazine.comALLOFUS Magazine bit.ly/allofusmagPieces of Alice www.piecesofalice.comSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jamwithalice)

In Honor of The late Great Miss Cicely Tyson Sara and Sean Review one of her most iconic Roles in The movie " Miss Jane Pittman". They also Review the 2011 Box Office Movie " The Help" featuring Cicely Tyson, and of course Episode 4 of Wanda Vision. ‼️SPOILERS Time Stamps : Miss Jane Pittman 8:21 The Help 33:14 WandaVision Ep.4 50:04

This week, a tribute, the life and career of icon Cicely Tyson, from humble beginnings to Oscar nominee, from Carib Gold to Sounder to The Autobiography of Miss Jane Pittman to her work with Tyler Perry and The Trip to Bountiful, Louie and Gavin cover it all! If you have any questions/comments/suggestions for the show, follow us on twitter @TheMixedReviews, like us on Facebook, e-mail us at reviewsmixed@gmail.com, visit our Instagram for extra content, or stop by our shop and pick up some podcast merchandise! Don't forget to subscribe to us on iTunes, Stitcher Radio, Spotify, Podchaser, Audible, or Google Play Music.   

As part of Black History Month, we will pay tribute and honor to the late legendary Miss Cicely Tyson (Dec. 19th 1924-Jan 28th 2021). Her film highlights include: Sounder, The Autobiography of Miss Jane Pittman and A Woman Called Moses. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/juntu-ahjee/support

The Context of White Supremacy hosts The Context of White Supremacy hosts the weekly Compensatory Call-In. We encourage non-white listeners to dial in with their codified concepts, new terms, observations, research findings, workplace problems or triumphs, and/or suggestions on how best to Replace White Supremacy With Justice ASAP. We’ll use these sessions to hone our use of words as tools to reveal truth, neutralize White people. We’ll examine news reports from the past seven days and – hopefully – promote a constructive dialog. #ANTIBLACKNES Days after the passing of major league baseball icon Henry "Hank" Aaron transitioned at the age of 86, entertainment icon Cicely Tyson died at the age of 96. The film titan spent more than a half century acting in films such as Roots, The Autobiography of Miss Jane Pittman, The Help, Sounder and The Rosa Parks Story just to name a very few. A substantial chunk of her films address the problem of Racism/White Supremacy. Here in Seattle, officials announced that Seattle Police officers formed the largest group of enforcement officials to participate in the treasonous assault on the Capitol. The military and other police agencies allege that their laboring hard to purge their ranks of "extremist" forces. #BlackMisandry INVEST in The COWS – http://paypal.me/TheCOWS Cash App: https://cash.app/$TheCOWS CALL IN NUMBER: 720.716.7300 CODE: 564943#

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Saturday, January 30th 9:00PM Eastern/ 6:00PM Pacific The Context of White Supremacy hosts The Context of White Supremacy hosts the weekly Compensatory Call-In. We encourage non-white listeners to dial in with their codified concepts, new terms, observations, research findings, workplace problems or triumphs, and/or suggestions on how best to Replace White Supremacy With Justice ASAP. We’ll use these sessions to hone our use of words as tools to reveal truth, neutralize White people. We’ll examine news reports from the past seven days and – hopefully – promote a constructive dialog. #ANTIBLACKNESS Days after the passing of major league baseball icon Henry "Hank" Aaron transitioned at the age of 86, entertainment icon Cicely Tyson died at the age of 96. The film titan spent more than a half century acting in films such as Roots, The Autobiography of Miss Jane Pittman, The Help, Sounder and The Rosa Parks Story just to name a very few. A substantial chunk of her films address the problem of Racism/White Supremacy. Here in Seattle, officials announced that Seattle Police officers formed the largest group of enforcement officials to participate in the treasonous assault on the Capitol. The military and other police agencies allege that their laboring hard to purge their ranks of "extremist" forces. #BlackMisandry INVEST in The COWS – http://paypal.me/TheCOWS Invest in The C.O.W.S. - https://cash.app/$TheCOWS CALL IN NUMBER: 720.716.7300 CODE 564943# The C.O.W.S. Radio Program is specifically engineered for black & non-white listeners - Victims of White Supremacy. The purpose of this program is to provide Victims of White Supremacy with constructive information and suggestions on how to counter Racist Woman & Racist Man. Phone: 1-605-313-5164 - Access Code 564943# Hit star *6 & 1 to enter caller cue

About This Episode Today’s episode is devoted to books about New Orleans. If you’re caught up on Netflix and want to spend some time reading instead, this one’s for you. I recorded this in April 2020. Even if you are listening years from now, this will help you get to know the city better whether you are planning a trip or just wanting to stay connected with New Orleans. We’ve done 110 episodes. Talked to many authors. What (I don’t think I’ve done) is give you book recommendations. That’s what I’ll do today. Here’s what this is not. It is not a top 10 list. It’s not a comprehensive list. It’s just a list of very good books about New Orleans, across several categories. For some reason, this topic makes me nervous. Mostly because I am not good about retention and I know a lot of authors! Let’s see how it goes. This might be a recurring sub-series or it might be a one and done! Resources New Orleans bookstores: Octavia Books Garden District Bookshop Blue Cypress Books   Reading List Founding of New Orleans The World That Made New Orleans: From Spanish Silver to Congo Square, by Ned Sublette Bienville's Dilemma: A Historical Geography of New Orleans, by Richard Campanella The Accidental City: Improvising New Orleans, by Lawrence N. Powell Myth Busting Bourbon Street: A History, by Richard Campanella Death in New Orleans Stories From the St. Louis Cemeteries of New Orleans, by Sally Asher Tinderbox: The Untold Story of the Up Stairs Lounge Fire and the Rise of Gay Liberation, by Robert W. Fieseler Mardi Gras Indians The House of Dance and Feathers: A Museum by Ronald W Lewis Novels We Cast a Shadow, by Maurice Carlos Ruffin The Autobiography of Miss Jane Pittman, by Ernest Gaines Fiction Series Dave Robicheaux Series, starting with Neon Rain, by James Lee Burke Books for Children Happy Jazz Fest - Cornell P. Landry Goodnight NOLA - Cornell P. Landry Cookbook The New Orleans Cookbook - Richard and Rima Collin Previous Episodes Mentioned Bienville's Dilemma - #53 Bourbon Street, a History - #36 Stories From the St. Louis Cemeteries of New Orleans #22 Fire at the UpStairs Lounge - #66 Mardi Gras Indians - #13 Slavery in Louisiana - a Visit to Whitney Plantation - #54   Beyond Bourbon Street Sponsors Liz Wood Realty The most frequent questions I get are about moving to New Orleans. If you are ready to make the move, you need a good realtor. Liz makes the process fun and easy. Uptown? Downtown? Midcity? The 9th ward? – Liz can help you sort it out. Reach out to Liz and make your dream of living in New Orleans a reality. Several members of our community have done just that and are thrilled with their new homes. You will be, too. LizWoodRealty.com   Please keep the Old No. 77 Hotel and 2 Chicks Walking Tours in your plans we get through this. And know that, as bad as it is, we will get through this. When we do these businesses will be here to help you once again enjoy New Orleans. Beyond Bourbon Street Preferred Partners NOLA T-Shirt of the Month Club- use code BEYOND25 and save 25% off your purchase. Coast Roast Coffee - use code BEYOND to save 15%. Subscribe to the Podcast If you enjoy the show, please subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. If you do enjoy listening, please share Beyond Bourbon Street with someone who shares our love of New Orleans. Support Us on Patreon Would you like to help us continue to create the content you love? If so, join the Super Krewe by becoming a financial supporter. Your monthly support will help us grow, and will provide you with exclusive content, access, and more. If you would like to join the Super Krewe, check out our Patreon page at patreon.com/beyondbourbonst. Join the Facebook Krewe If you want to submit questions for future episodes or get advice from others, join our free Facebook group http://beyondbourbonst.com/facebook. Thank You Thanks to Joel Sharpton from Pro Podcasting Services for being the intro voice of the podcast. Thanks also to Scott McCrossen for the artwork, logo, and branding that makes Beyond Bourbon Street stand out. Contact Us Got an idea for an episode, have some feedback, or just want to say hi? Leave us a message at 504-475-7632 or send an email to mark@beyondbourbonst.com. Thanks for listening! Mark  

Remembering Ron Fairly, Ernest Gaines, Gert Boyle, Bernard SladeRon Fairly was a Major League outfielder for 20 years and then he went on to be a broadcaster for another three-plus decades. With experience in more than 7,000 games, he was a prolific storyteller. Some of his best stories were about LA Dodger teammate Sandy Koufax and World Series rival Mickey Mantle. Ernest Gaines was the Louisiana novelist whose work was turned into television movies. His most notable work was The Autobiography of Miss Jane Pittman, which starred Cicely Tyson in the 1974 television version. Gert Boyle was the longtime president of Columbia sportswear. She became one of Oregon’s leading philanthropists. Bernard Slade was the writer who created The Flying Nun (1967-1970) and The Partridge Family (1970-1974) for television and Same Time, Next Year (1975) for Broadway.

Matthew and I talk about and/or mention in passing: Sanford & Son, The Office, “Prison Mike,” Street Smarts, being ‘sprung,’ Baby Got Back, talking jive, Eve Plumb, The Brady Brides, Dairy Queen, Messing With Letter Boards, Sylvester Stallone, Erik Estrada, Scott Baio, sombreros, Grey Gardens, Helen Hunt, Angel Dust, The Autobiography of Miss Jane Pittman, Cicely Tyson, Batman, The Wonderful World of Disney, The Apple Dumpling Gang, The Facts of Life Reunion.

On today's episode we're once again helping you tackle your 2018 Read Harder Challenge. Book Riot has one of the best yearly reading challenges but how do you find books to match each task? We've got your back. To find additional challenge book ideas check out episodes #192, #217, and #245.   A comic written or drawn by a person of color Check, Please by Ngozi Ukazu Monstress by Marjorie Liu Malice in Ovenland by Micheline Hess Bingo Love by Tee Franklin M.F.K. by Nilah Magruder The Prince and the Dressmaker by Jen Wang Today's task recommendations:  The first book in a new-to-you YA or middle grade series Beasts Made of Night by Tochi Onyebuchi The Belles by Dhionelle Clayton Strange Fire by Tommy Wallach The Penderwicks by Jeanne Birdsall You Don't Know My Name by Kristen Orlando The all the Boys I've Loved Before by Jenny Han   A mystery by a person of color or LGBTQ+ author Rubyfruit Jungle by Rita Mae Brown A Study in Scarlet Women by Sherry Thomas Long Black Veil by Jennifer Finney Boylan Speakers of the Dead by J. Aaron Sanders Widows of Malabar Hill by Sujata Massey The Monkey's Mask by Dorothy Porter   A book with a female protagonist over the age of 60 FYI - Any Miss Marple mystery by Agatha Christie will work The Night Guest by Fiona McFarlane Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo by Taylor Jenkins Reid Lillian Boxfish Take a Walk by Kathleen Rooney The Autobiography of Miss Jane Pittman by Ernest J Gaines

This weeks guest has been working consistently in show business for over 4 decades, she has over 90 film & TV credits from “The Autobiography of Miss Jane Pittman” to a role that all the kids today recognize her for in “The Is The End”. Please welcome Ms Carol Sutton!!

Hello everyone! Civilla Morgan here! Welcome back to Childless, not by Choice, where my mission is to recognize and speak to the broken hearts of childless not by choice women, and men, around the world.  I am spreading the great news that we can live a joyful, relevant, and fulfilled life, although we could not, did not, have the children we so wanted.   Thank you to my Patreon Contributors: (Patreon contributors are those who have taken an interest in my platform whether they fit the childless not by choice demographic or not. They have decided to contribute a certain dollar amount on a regular basis to help fund my dream of creating awareness and conversation for the childless not by choice community globally.   Podcaster Sarah Williams of The Tough Girls Podcast Jordan Morgan   Click the link below to become my next Patreon Subscriber:   https://www.patreon.com/21stcenturyhannah   Welcome to part two of 10, 11 Childless not by Choice women who Changed the World In this segment, we start the list with famed French Chef Julia Child! Popular TV chef and author Julia Child was born on August 15, 1912, in Pasadena, California. In 1948, she moved to France where she developed a penchant for French cuisine. With a goal of adapting sophisticated French cuisine for mainstream Americans, she collaborated on a two-volume cookbook called Mastering the Art of French Cooking, which was considered groundbreaking, and has since become a standard guide for the culinary community. She also became a television icon with her popular cooking shows such as The French Chef.  Child lived a privileged childhood. She was educated at San Francisco's elite Katherine Branson School for Girls, where—at a towering height of 6 feet, 2 inches—she was the tallest student in her class. She was a lively prankster who, as one friend recalled, could be "really, really wild." She was also adventurous and athletic, with talent in golf, tennis and small-game hunting.   In 1993, she was rewarded for her work when she became the first woman inducted into the Culinary Institute Hall of Fame. In November 2000, following a 40-year career that has made her name synonymous with fine food and a permanent among the world's most famous chefs, Julia received France's highest honor: The Legion d'Honneur. And in August 2002, the Smithsonian's National Museum of American History unveiled an exhibit featuring the kitchen, where she filmed three of her popular cooking shows. Child died in August 2004 of kidney failure at her assisted-living home in Montecito, two days before her 92nd birthday. Child had no intentions of slowing down, even in her final days. "In this line of work...you keep right on till you're through," she said. "Retired people are boring. "After her death Child's last book, the autobiography My Life in France was published with the help of Child's great nephew, Alex Prud'homme. The book, which centered on how Child discovered her true calling, became a best seller. (My notes on Julia Child: Did you get that? Her autobiography was ‘centered on how Child discovered her true calling…’ have you discovered your true calling yet, because you have one. https://www.biography.com/people/julia-child-9246767   Harriet Tubman (1822–1913) was an escaped slave who became a leading figure in the abolitionist movement. Harriet Tubman also served as a spy for the US army during the civil war and was an active participant in the struggle for women’s suffrage, an iconic symbol of courage and resistance to injustice, inspiring many generations of civil rights activists. Tubman helped rescue over 70 slaves, in about 13 expeditions (and offering advice to many more). She often traveled in the darker winter months, making it easier to travel incognito by night. Because of the dangers on the road, she always took a revolver with her. She was also willing to use it to threaten any escaped slave who wished to go back because she knew returning would endanger all the escapees. She was proud never to lose an escaping slave on her expeditions. In April 2016, it was announced she would figure on the US $20 bill. https://www.biographyonline.net/women/harriet-Tubman-biography.html   Eva Peron served as Argentina’s First lady from 1946 to 1952.  Eva Peron or ‘Evita’ became a powerful political figure with a large support base amongst the poor and working-class trade union members. She inspired millions with her campaigns to help the poor and give women the right to vote. To her supporters, she was a saint who strove to overcome poverty and injustice. To her detractors (in the nation’s military and bourgeoisie) she was a controversial figure at the heart of Argentinian politics. Eva Peron remains an important symbol of emancipation, especially for women in Latin America. She was one of the first women to create a lasting political/humanitarian legacy. Christina Fernandez, the first female elected President of Argentina, claims that women of her generation owe a debt to Eva for “her example of passion and combativeness”. http://www.biographyonline.net/politicians/american/eva-peron.html   Cicely Tyson is an award-winning film, television and stage actress. She is known for choosing quality roles that send positive messages to women of color. Cicely Tyson was born in New York City on December 19, 1924 (although some believe her birth year to be 1933). She built a successful career by carefully choosing roles that exemplified quality and depth. She has won accolades and awards for her performances on TV, stage and in film, with credits including Sounder, Roots, The Autobiography of Miss Jane Pittman and The Help. Tyson has won two Emmy Awards and a Tony Award, among other honors, over the course of her acting career. She was inducted into the Black Filmmakers Hall of Fame in 1977. Tyson grew up in Harlem, New York. At the age of 18, she walked away from a typing job and began modeling. Tyson was then drawn to acting, though she had not been permitted to go to plays or movies as a child. When she got her first acting job, her religious mother, feeling that Tyson was choosing a sinful path, kicked her out of their home. Despite her mother's initial disapproval (the two didn't speak for two years before reconciling), Tyson found success as an actress, appearing onstage, in movies and on TV. Tyson was nominated for an Academy Award for 1972's Sounder. She also portrayed notable roles on television, including Kunta Kinte's mother in the adaptation of Alex Haley's Roots and the title role in The Autobiography of Miss Jane Pittman, which earned Tyson an Emmy Award in 1974. Moving to Broadway in 1983, Tyson was the lead in The Corn Is Green, a play set in a Welsh mining town. However, Tyson's career trajectory wasn't a smooth one; at times, she had trouble simply finding work. She flatly refused to do "blaxploitation" films or to take parts solely for the paycheck and was selective about the roles she chose. As she explained in a 1983 interview, "Unless a piece really said something, I had no interest in it. I have got to know that I have served some purpose here.'' Through the years, Tyson has kept much of her personal life—including her birth year—under wraps. One known personal detail is that Tyson was married to Miles Davis for seven years in the 1980s. Though other information about her life is scant, Tyson has a well-known commitment to community involvement. She co-founded the Dance Theater of Harlem after Martin Luther King Jr.'s assassination, and when a school board in East Orange, New Jersey, wanted to name a performing arts schools after her, she only agreed to accept the honor if she could participate in school activities. In addition to attending meetings and events, Tyson has even taught a master class at the school. Tyson has received numerous acting awards and nominations and became a member of the Black Filmmakers Hall of Fame in 1977. She has also been honored by the Congress of Racial Equality and by the National Council of Negro Women. And in 2010, the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People presented Tyson with its 95th Spingarn Medal—an award given to African Americans who have reached outstanding levels of achievement. In 2015 Tyson was nominated for an Emmy for her guest starring role in ABC's How to Get Away With Murder and was a recipient of the Kennedy Center Honors. The following year, she was honored with the Presidential Medal of Freedom by Barack Obama. For more information on Cicely Tyson, click the link below: https://www.biography.com/people/cicely-tyson-9512950 (my notes on Cicely Tyson: Did you get that? ‘However, Tyson's career trajectory wasn't a smooth one; at times, she had trouble simply finding work. She flatly refused to do "blaxploitation" films, or to take parts solely for the paycheck, and was selective about the roles she chose.’ QUOTES: “I feel so guilty about the state of young people today. And I say that because our generation fought for everything. We fought to sit down at a counter, to sit on a bus. They were left with nothing to fight for.” —Cicely Tyson  NOTE: In the episode, I said she was born in the same part of the world I was. I meant to say her family is from the same part of the world where I was born, The Caribbean.     Dian Fossey was born in San Francisco, Calif., in 1932. Her parents divorced when she was young, so Dian grew up with her mother and stepfather. By all accounts, she was an excellent student and was extremely interested in animals from a very young age. At age 6, she began horseback riding lessons and in high school earned a letter on the riding team. When Dian enrolled in college courses at Marin Junior College, she chose to focus on business, following the encouragement of her stepfather, a wealthy businessman. She worked while in school, and at age 19, on the summer break following her freshman year of college, she went to work on a ranch in Montana. At the ranch, she fell in love with and developed an attachment to the animals, but she was forced to leave early when she contracted chicken pox. Even so, the experience convinced Dian to follow her heart and return to school as a pre-veterinary student at the University of California. She found some of the chemistry and physics courses quite challenging, and ultimately, she turned her focus to a degree in occupational therapy at San Jose State College, from which she graduated in 1954.   She spent many years longing to visit Africa and realized that if her dream were to be realized, she would have to take matters into her own hands. Therefore, in 1963, Dian took out a bank loan and began planning her first trip to Africa. She hired a driver by mail and prepared to set off to the land of her dreams.   It took Dian Fossey’s entire life savings, in addition, a bank loan, to make her dream a reality. In September 1963, she arrived in Kenya.   Following her visit to the Virungas, Dian remained in Africa a while longer, staying with friends in Rhodesia. Upon arriving home in Kentucky, she resumed her work at Kosair Children’s Hospital, in order to repay the loan she had taken out for her trip to Africa – all the while dreaming of the day she would return.   In 1980, Dian moved to Ithaca, New York, as a visiting associate professor at Cornell University. She used the time away from Karisoke to focus on the manuscript for her book, “Gorillas in the Mist.” Published in 1983, the book is an account of her years in the rainforest with the mountain gorillas. Most importantly, it underscores the need for concerted conservation efforts. The book was well received and, like the movie of the same name remains popular to this day.   Dian had not been back in Rwanda long when, a few weeks before her 54th birthday, she was murdered. Her body was found in her cabin on the morning of Dec. 27, 1985. She was struck twice on the head and face with a machete. There was evidence of forced entry but no signs that robbery had been the motive.   Please click the link below for more information on Dian Fossey.   https://gorillafund.org/who-we-are/dian-fossey/dian-fossey-bio/   Quote: “There was no way that I could explain to dogs, friends, or parents my compelling need to return to Africa to launch a long-term study of the gorillas. Some may call it destiny and others may call it dismaying. I call the sudden turn of events in my life fortuitous.” — “Gorillas in the Mist”   “When you realize the value of all life, you dwell less on what is past and concentrate on the preservation of the future.” — “Gorillas in the Mist”   Women I also found interesting, but I promised 10! Feel free to check out the biographyonline.net site if you would like to learn more about these women!  Ginger Rogers Betsy Ross Helen Keller Kathryn Johanna Kuhlman Bonnie Raitt   Is there a woman who did not make the list? Let me know. I would love to do a follow up to this episode as I believe it is such an encouragement to see these women did not fold their arms and check out of society.   Below are two links that list men and women down through history, who never had children: http://nkohk.forumotion.net/t16-the-long-list-of-childfree-and-childless-in-history http://brianhassett.com/2010/06/people-who-dont-have-kids/   Used for research purposes, some of these women did have children: http://www.biographyonline.net/people/women-who-changed-world.html     Articles of note: http://www.theaustralian.com.au/opinion/columnists/berejiklian-gillard-may-merkel-power-to-childless-women/news-story/004e9d8eaf2940ba43ce39d3bd86fc3b   If you haven’t already joined the Facebook group, you are missing a lot of great conversation, commiseration, and encouragement. There are women in there from all around the world who have found a great place to encourage and be encouraged! Come on in and join the conversation! I am working on courses just for you. Right now, ’10 Days to Setting Kind but Firm Boundaries is available when you go to the website and click on the Courses tab. It costs just $29.97 to realize what it takes and how to create kind but firm boundaries. Visit the website, explore, and don’t forget to visit the Resources tab where you can download free PDF content.     My contact information: Website: www.childlessnotbychoice.net and www.civillamorgan.com Facebook: booksbycivillamorgan Twitter: @civilla1 Instagram: @civilla1 Pinterest: Civilla M. Morgan, MSM LinkedIn: Civilla Morgan, MSM   Please help me out by taking this very short survey! https://survey.libsyn.com/21stcenturyhannah In Closing: Thank you for listening to this episode of Childless not by Choice. I appreciate it! Until next time! Bye!    

Voiceover Actor, Singer, Actor, Coach and Author Rodney Saulsberry narrates this short bio feature on Cicely Louise Tyson (born December 19, 1924) an American actress. She was nominated for the Academy and Golden Globe Awards for Best Actress for her performance as Rebecca Morgan in Sounder (1972). For this role she also won the NSFC Best Actress and NBR Best Actress Awards. She starred in The Autobiography of Miss Jane Pittman (1974), for which she won two Emmy Awards and was nominated for a BAFTA Award. Currently, Cicely continues to work in television with a recurring role on the ABC Television hit series "How To Get Away With Murder."

Ernest Gaines grew up in the 1930's and 40's on the same Louisiana plantation where his ancestors were once slaves. After he became a successful and celebrated novelist, he returned, bought the land, and lives there even now. The voices he heard as a child, telling stories on the porch or around the fire, are the voices that populate his novels: " A Lesson Before Dying," "The Autobiography of Miss Jane Pittman," "A Gathering of Old Men," and others. In this episode, Gaines describes the path that led him from picking cotton, to falling in love with literature, to writing award-winning novels. At the same time, he shares his profound feelings about the limitations of that success.

This week on StoryWeb: Ernest Gaines’s short story “The Sky Is Gray.” I was first introduced to southern literature in 1978, when I was a first-year university student in Martha Baker’s Honors Writing class. The course focused on southern writers. I had no idea at the time that I would go on to become a scholar of southern literature or to write A Southern Weave of Women: Fiction of the Contemporary South. All I knew in the fall of 1978 was that I loved the literature Martha had us read: Eudora Welty, Carson McCullers, Flannery O’Connor, Alice Walker, and of course, William Faulkner. I was especially struck by Ernest Gaines’s moody, but compelling, short story “The Sky Is Gray,” so much so that the story has stuck with me for nearly forty years. Later, like many readers, I would come to associate Gaines most closely with his 1971 novel, The Autobiography of Miss Jane Pittman. Later still he’d gain an even larger audience with his 1983 novel, A Gathering of Old Men, and especially his 1993 novel, A Lesson Before Dying, which was nominated for the Pulitzer Prize and won the National Books Critics Circle Award. But it was “The Sky Is Gray” that first drew me in and that still evokes a certain atmosphere in my mind. The narrator is James, an eight-year-old black boy living in rural Louisiana. The unrelenting cold and hunger he experiences throughout the story stay with me so many years later. For the sky is, indeed, gray in this story. James and his mother, Octavia, set out for the town near them, take the bus so that the boy can have a tooth pulled. They are headed to Bayonne, a town in Louisiana where they can get services like the dentist but not nearly as large as Baton Rouge, where the boy has also traveled. Octavia heads the household now that her husband has left to serve in World War II. But the sky is gray not just because of the cold and sleet but also because James and Octavia must confront Bayonne during the pre-Civil Rights era of World War II. Small-town Louisiana is harshly marked by Jim Crow laws, which keep them out of restaurants and force them to walk the town’s streets in the grim weather as they wait for the dentist’s office to reopen after lunch. While James witnesses an extended conversation in the dentist’s waiting room between a black preacher and a young student about the right way to challenge (or not challenge) the racist social system, the lessons he learns from his mother are even more pronounced. As they walk the streets of Bayonne, his mother conveys to him – nearly without words – how to act so as to defer to the Jim Crow system and at the same time stand up straight and proudly in the face of it. In the story’s famous ending, James pulls his coat collar up around his neck to block out the cold. His mother admonishes him, telling him to wear the coat properly. “You not a bum,” she says. “You a man.” Gaines’s prose is stark, spare, unrelenting in its precision and honesty. Where The Autobiography of Miss Jane Pittman gives us a grand, sweeping epic of a black woman and her slave community, “The Sky Is Gray” zeroes in on a moment in time, one crucial afternoon in a black child’s development. Regardless of the scope, however, Gaines forces us to consider the personal in the historical. What was it like to be a slave and move into “freedom” and eventually into the Civil Rights Movement? The Autobiography of Miss Jane Pittman will tell you. What is it like to be a black boy coming into awareness of the way his dark skin, his “race,” marks him as other? “The Sky Is Gray” will give you insights into that. Gaines published “The Sky Is Gray” in 1963 when he was thirty and then included it in his 1968 volume of short stories, Bloodline. Here, as elsewhere, Gaines writes about the world he knew intimately from his upbringing. A fifth-generation descendant of plantation slaves, he grew up on the River Lake plantation in Pointe Coupee Parish, Louisiana, where he set most of his fiction. Though Gaines had limited schooling while living in Louisiana, his family’s move to California exposed him to greater education and to a passionate exploration of the library. As one source says, “Gaines sought books about Southern blacks, but found few, and decided, ‘If the book you want doesn't exist, you try to make it exist.’” Gaines has been a MacArthur Foundation fellow, held a Guggenheim Foundation fellowship, and been awarded the National Humanities Medal. An excellent biography and overview of Gaines’s work can be found at the Academy of Achievement website; an interview – with transcript and video clips – is also available at the Academy of Achievement. The Missouri Review offers an insightful interview with Gaines. For more resources, visit the Ernest J. Gaines Center at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette. Finally, you might want to read an article about Gaines’s return to Louisiana, where he now lives on part of the plantation where he and his ancestors lived. There’s also a great CNN piece on his return to Louisiana. Visit thestoryweb.com/gaines for links to all these resources and to listen as Ernest Gaines reads the ending lines from “The Sky Is Gray.” You can also watch a 1979 film adaptation of the short story. Finally, take some time to watch as Ernest Gaines talks about his background and discusses his novel A Lesson Before Dying (part of the National Endowment for the Arts’ program The Big Read).