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7:35am- Rodney Hall Rep. MS House District 20 Vice-Chair|Military Affairs Topic: His legislative priorities for the next legislative session, a recap from this past year, and any committee hearings that he has been involved in recently. 8:35am- J.T. Mitchell News Director SuperTalk MS News Topic: The week in the news and some of the biggest headlines of the week.
Rodney Hall, President of FAME Recording Studios, joins us ahead of FAME's 65th anniversary, to regale us with amusing stories and historic insight.
Rodney Hall might be the greatest Australian writer you've never heard of. He is a two-time Miles Franklin Award winner and has published dozens of books of fiction, poetry and memoir across his long career. Now 88, Rodney has just released his 14th novel titled Vortex and it might be his best. This week, Michael sits down with Rodney to discuss his new book and why writing is always a collaborative process between author and reader.Reading list:The Ship on the Coin: A Fable of the Bourgeoisie, Rodney Hall, 1972Just Relations, Rodney Hall, 1982Kisses of the Enemy, Rodney Hall, 1987Captivity Captive, Rodney Hall, 1988The Second Bridegroom, Rodney Hall, 1991The Grisly Wife, Rodney Hall, 1993The Island in the Mind, Rodney Hall, 1996The Day We Had Hitler Home, Rodney Hall, 2000The Last Love Story, Rodney Hall, 2004Love Without Hope, Rodney Hall, 2007Popeye Never Told You, Rodney Hall, 2010A Stolen Season, Rodney Hall, 2018Vortex, Rodney Hall, 2024I Claudius, Robert Graves, 1934Claudius the God, Robert Graves, 1935The White Goddess, Robert Graves, 1948An Experiment in Criticism, C.S. Lewis, 1961The New Science, Giambattista Vico, 1725Death at the Sign of the Rook, Kate Atkinson, 2024You can find these books and all the others we mentioned at your favourite independent book store. Socials: Stay in touch with Read This on Instagram and TwitterGuest: Rodney HallSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Rodney Hall might be the greatest Australian writer you've never heard of. He is a two-time Miles Franklin Award winner and has published dozens of books of fiction, poetry and memoir across his long career. Now 88, Rodney has just released his 14th novel titled Vortex and it might be his best. This week, Michael sits down with Rodney to discuss his new book and why writing is always a collaborative process between author and reader. Reading list: The Ship on the Coin: A Fable of the Bourgeoisie, Rodney Hall, 1972 Just Relations, Rodney Hall, 1982 Kisses of the Enemy, Rodney Hall, 1987 Captivity Captive, Rodney Hall, 1988 The Second Bridegroom, Rodney Hall, 1991 The Grisly Wife, Rodney Hall, 1993 The Island in the Mind, Rodney Hall, 1996 The Day We Had Hitler Home, Rodney Hall, 2000 The Last Love Story, Rodney Hall, 2004 Love Without Hope, Rodney Hall, 2007 Popeye Never Told You, Rodney Hall, 2010 A Stolen Season, Rodney Hall, 2018 Vortex, Rodney Hall, 2024 I Claudius, Robert Graves, 1934 Claudius the God, Robert Graves, 1935 The White Goddess, Robert Graves, 1948 An Experiment in Criticism, C.S. Lewis, 1961 The New Science, Giambattista Vico, 1725 Death at the Sign of the Rook, Kate Atkinson, 2024 You can find these books and all the others we mentioned at your favourite independent book store. Socials: Stay in touch with Read This on Instagram and Twitter Guest: Rodney Hall
7:35 a.m. - Rodney Hall - Rep. MS House Dist. 20|Vice-Chair, Military Affairs Committee Topic: His thoughts on whether the completed Harris VP ticket will change or sway any North MS swing voters and the first night of the DNC Convention. 8:05 a.m. - Ricky Flynt - Executive Director - MS Outdoor Stewardship Trust Fund Topic: Update from the Executive Director of the MS Outdoor Stewardship Trust Fund
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Rodney Hall will become the first Black Republican in the House of Representatives in Mississippi since Reconstruction. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey warned a Wisconsin-based group of atheists to stop bullying Auburn University students and coaches. Praise the Lord and pass the popcorn! Bth Ailes, Dr. Joshua Creson, Danielle Runyan, Rep. Rodney Hall, and Pastor Paul Chappell join the conversation!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In Episode Twelve of Through These Doors: A FAME Studios Podcast, Rodney Hall sits down with pop legend Tommy Roe. Listen in as they discuss Roe's unique journey in popular music, crafting unforgettable pop anthems, navigating the turbulent seas of Beatlemania, and his memorable times recording at FAME. Stay tuned as the man behind "Dizzy" recounts his twists (turns) and shouts on the rollercoaster ride that is the music industry. Let's get it on!
Larry Minor credits his friends for a great racing career, from Rodney Hall to Herman Booy to Bill Stroppe – they all started at the beginning. It's always a great time to be in off-road, but the beginning was pure magic. Following a compass or a paper map is very different than what we do today. Congratulations to Larry Minor, a 2005 inductee into ORMHOF, Larry Minor is why we say; legends live at ORMHOF.org. Be sure to tune in on your favorite podcast app.6:29 – of all the things I've done in life, I think I miss growing potatoes the most10:18 – my hot rod was just a wood one, couple of 2x4's and an apple box 14:38 – the three of us together, there wasn't anything we couldn't build right 19:07 – we had a banner year driving the Broncos; after that Rod continued to drive the 4x4's22:15 – he smoked the tires and hit the guardrail and the other guardrail, it was a mess!31:56 – I better buckle down and watch the business and quit the driving part37:17 – I took 18 Girl Scouts and 13 parents to the Winter Nationals!42:13 – Bill Stroppe taught me the professional part of racing and how to prepare your carsSpecial thanks to ORMHOF.org for support and sponsorship of this podcast.Be sure to listen on your favorite podcast app.Support the show
Did you know that a little town in Alabama called Muscle Shoals played a significant role in the development of music in the United States? In this episode Unexpected Adventures in North Alabama, Rodney Hall, co-owner and president of Fame Recording Studios, shares the fascinating story of how his father, Rick Hall, started the studio in the early 1960s and created a unique sound that became famous worldwide. Rodney shares some exciting stories about the studio including the recording of the hit song "Patches" by Clarence Carter and working with famous musicians like Steven Tyler, Alicia Keys, and Gregg Allman. Rodney also talks about the close-knit music community in Muscle Shoals and how the environment and people in the area make all the difference to the music that is recorded there. Follow North Alabama on Social Media! Website Instagram TikTok LinkedIn YouTube Twitter Facebook The Unexpected Adventures in North Alabama Podcast is a part of the Destination Marketing Podcast Network. It is hosted by Melea Hames and produced by Relic. To learn more about the Destination Marketing Podcast Network and to listen to our other shows, please visit https://thedmpn.com/. If you are interested in becoming a part of the network, please email adam@relicagency.com.
In Episode Eleven of Through These Doors: A FAME Studios Podcast, host Rodney Hall sits down with renowned drummer Owen Hale. This new installment promises to keep listeners enthralled as Hale shares his unique perspective on the music industry. Get ready to be captivated by tales of what it takes to create an exceptional recording, experiences from touring with rock & roll legends like Lynyrd Skynyrd, and unforgettable anecdotes from Hale's time at FAME. Tune in to this can't miss episode and let the rhythm take you away. Let's get it on!
Son of a Preacher Man, Respect, Mustang Sally. What do they all have in common? Charlie Chalmers. On Episode Ten of Through These Doors: A FAME Studios Podcast, Rodney Hall welcomes sax legend, songwriter, and producer Charlie Chalmers. Listen in as Hall and Chalmers discuss what makes a great recording, touring with rock & roll legends, and stories from his days at FAME. Let's get it on!
On Episode Nine of Through These Doors: A FAME Studios Podcast, Rodney Hall welcomes the legendary bassist Bob Wray. Listen in as Hall and Wray discuss his decades-long career which has included session work with Johnny Cash, Clarence Carter, The Osmonds, Roy Orbison, Bobby Womack, George Jones, Willie Nelson, Etta James, Alabama, Chuck Berry, Tony Joe White, Earl Thomas Conley, Jose Feliciano, BB King, Al Green, Joe Cocker, Emmylou Harris, The Temptations, Wilson Pickett, Carl Perkins, Ray Charles, and many, many more.
On Episode Eight of Through These Doors: A FAME Studios Podcast, Rodney Hall welcomes the great musician, singer, songwriter, engineer and record producer Walt Aldridge. Listen in as Hall and Aldridge discuss what it takes to write a #1 hit (Aldridge's #1's include "(There's) No Gettin' Over Me" by Ronnie Milsap (1981), 'Till You're Gone by Barbara Mandrell (1982), "Holding Her and Loving You" by Earl Thomas Conley (1982), "Modern Day Bonnie and Clyde" by Travis Tritt (2000), and "I Loved Her First" (2006) by Heartland), and stories from his days working at FAME as a producer, songwriter and back-up musician, and what make Muscle Shoals such an incubator for hit records.
Rodney Hall is the co-owner and president of mussel shoals recording studio FAME Recording Studios in Alabama. He is the son of Producer Rick Hall who was the founder of FAME. FAME's music credentials consist of Aretha Franklin, Little Richard, Etta James, Otis Redding, and more. Subscribe to the email list and get yourself some free goodies: https://producelikeapro.com Want to create radio ready mixes from the comfort of your home? Go check out https://promixacademy.com/courses/ and start mixing today!
Rodney Hall is the co-owner and president of mussel shoals recording studio FAME Recording Studios in Alabama. He is the son of Producer Rick Hall who was the founder of FAME. FAME's music credentials consist of Aretha Franklin, Little Richard, Etta James, Otis Redding, and more. Subscribe to the email list and get yourself some free goodies: https://producelikeapro.com Want to create radio ready mixes from the comfort of your home? Go check out https://promixacademy.com/courses/ and start mixing today!
Permian Panthers Class of 2023 Exclusive sit down with the #1 Ranked Offensive Lineman In Texas, Harris Sewell and Permian Panthers QB1 returning starter, Rodney Hall. Permian Basin athletes committing to NMSU. Monahans Lady Loboes Playoff Run, State Track Meet, District 2 6A Playoff Bracket, Ryan Tannehill mentoring Malik Willis? Canelo Alvarez FIGHT WEEK!
Some of the most memorable experiences on the American Music Bucket List are tours of the very places where the music was born. Aretha Franklin's first big hit was recorded in the FAME studios in Muscle Shoals, Alabama. Bill chats with Rodney Hall, son of legendary FAME founder Rick Hall. Bill also takes a trip to Memphis to visit Sun Studio and the Stax Museum of American Soul Music which sits on the very site of Stax Records - home to greats like Sam & Dave, Al Green, Booker T & The MGs and more.
On Episode Seven of Through These Doors: A FAME Studios Podcast, Rodney Hall welcomes legendary producer and musician Clayton Ivey. Listen in as Hall and Ivey discuss Ivey's over 50 years of hit records as a keyboard player at FAME and his own Wishbone Studios in Muscle Shoals to recording with some of the biggest acts in the world from Rod Stewart to Little Richard and producing acts like The Commodores, The Supremes, and The Temptations.
On Episode SIX of Through These Doors: A FAME Studios Podcast, Rodney Hall is thrilled to welcome Muscle Shoals music legend, Norbert Putnam, for a memorable trip down music memory lane. From his days recording in FAME's first dozen hits to recording with Elvis Presley, Roy Orbison, and Jimmy Buffet, to being inducted into the Musicians and Alabama Music Hall of Fames, you'll want to listen to every second of this enlightening and fascinating conversation.
On Episode FIVE of Through These Doors: A FAME Studios Podcast, Rodney Hall is honored to welcome the legendary First Lady of Southern Soul, Candi Staton, for a wildly entertaining talk about her life and hit-making career. From touring the Chitlin' Circuit as a child to topping the charts and being inducted into the Alabama Music Hall of Fame, this is a conversation you won't want to miss.
Marina gets into trouble at school. Terry and Zora have a long talk. Sadie tells Talia how she really feels.This show will contain mentions of a suicide attempt, addiction, anxiety, child abuse and neglect, death, depression, homophobia, internalized misogyny, racism, self-harm, serious illness, and transphobia. Content of this episode includes mentions of a suicide attempt, anxiety, depression, self-harm, and serious illness. For more mental health resources, check out the World Health Organization's Project Atlas at who.int.Please take care of yourself while listening and reach out for help if you need it. Enjoy the podcast!Letters I'll Never Send. Episode 12. Nightmares.Featuring: Dulce Valencia-Sanchez as Sadie Goldman, Jhannelle Dionne as Zora Walker, Jenna Ng Lowry as Kim Salazar, Aïcha Martine Thaim as Marina Goldman-Walker, Jacob Derwin as Rodney Hall, Rachel Barnard as Talia Ross, and Allison DeBusk as Waitress.Letters I'll Never Send was written by Nicole Zelniker and adapted by Dulce Valencia and Nicole Zelniker. Editing and sound design by Joe Dexter. Music by Jacob Derwin. Letters I'll Never Send is executive produced by Dulce Valencia and Nicole Zelniker, and directed by Justyn Melrose.
Aaron and Sadie join Kate for a birthday lunch. Kim introduces Sadie to Rodney, whom she has treatments with. Sadie and Zora have a talk with Marina about Kim's diagnosis.This show will contain mentions of a suicide attempt, addiction, anxiety, child abuse and neglect, death, depression, homophobia, internalized mysogyny, racism, self-harm, serious illness, and transphobia. Content of this episode includes mentions of a suicide attempt, anxiety, death, depression, homophobia, transphobia, and serious illness. For resources on how to deal with mental health within the queer and trans community, check out The Trevor Project at thetrevorproject.org.Please take care of yourself while listening and reach out for help if you need it. Enjoy the podcast!Letters I'll Never Send. Episode 9. Blood and Bones. Featuring: Dulce Valencia-Sanchez as Sadie Goldman, Jhannelle Dionne as Zora Walker, Jenna Ng Lowry as Kim Salazar, Chris Baer as Terry Hamilton, Aïcha Martine Thaim as Marina Goldman-Walker, Hayden Young as Aaron Goldman, Rachael Langton as Kate Goldman, Beatriz Caldas as Rosa, Jacob Derwin as Rodney Hall. Letters I'll Never Send was written by Nicole Zelniker and adapted by Dulce Valencia and Nicole Zelniker. Editing and sound design by Joe Dexter. Music by Jacob Derwin. Letters I'll Never Send is executive produced by Dulce Valencia and Nicole Zelniker, and directed by Justyn Melrose.
On Episode Four of Through These Doors: A FAME Studios Podcast, Rodney Hall is honored to welcome Harvey Mason Jr., Recording Academy Chair and Interim President, CEO of Harvey Mason Media and Executive Music Producer, for a deeply engaging conversation that delves into their shared experiences growing up in the music industry, their favorite projects, and the making of the Aretha Franklin biopic “Respect” starring Jennifer Hudson — coming to theaters in 2021.
On Episode Three of Through These Doors: A FAME Studio Podcast, Rodney Hall welcomes David Shaw, lead singer of the hit rock group The Revivalists. Listen in as Hall and Shaw discuss Shaw's new solo singles “Shaken” and “Promised Land,” recording the “Made in Muscle Shoals' EP” at FAME with the Revivalists, and how they've been traversing the rocky waters of producing music during the COVID-19 pandemic. Get ready for a fun, illuminating, and deeply personal conversation captured during an unparalleled time for the music industry.
On Episode Two of Through These Doors: A FAME Studios Podcast, Rodney Hall sits down with our special guest — ACM, CMA, and Grammy-winning songwriter/producer — and founder of DREAMLINED ENTERTAINMENT, Keith Stegall. Hall and Stegall share personal insights into the recording process, and we invite you through these doors to listen in as they discuss how Stegall navigated his career as a writer and a multi-million record selling producer. This episode digs deep into some of the songs and albums that have defined his career.
On this MADM, Rodney Hall is sharing about the history of F.A.M.E. Recording Studios and the impact that Muscle Shoals, Alabama, has had on musical guests. Listen & share.
On this edition of The Mary Faye Headrick Good Deed Segment, I am talking with Rodney Hall and Jill White at F.A.M.E. Recording Studios in Muscle Shoals, Alabama, about the history of F.A.M.E. and the impact that it has had on the community. We're also talking about the Music
When I was much younger, I wanted to record at FAME Recording Studios & Publishing Co. in Muscle Shoals, Alabama. Well, just over 20 years later, I did just that, by recording an interview with with Rodney Hall & Jill White for The Mark White Show. Thanks to Boutique Air MSL Regional Manager Jon Simpson, on today's show, we are in fact heading to FAME Recording Studios & Publishing Co. to talk about past, present, & future of FAME when it comes to the impact on the Shoals area as well as the Muscle Shoals Music Association. After my conversation with Rodney & Jill, I'll be talking with voice over actress, Krysta Wallrauch, who plays Grandma Yeti on Stephen Tako's Junga the Dancing Yeti. After Krysta, we have a brand new episode of Kyla's Korner with Kyla Carter followed by the Make A Difference Minute Replay. You can also subscribe to TMWS via Apple iTunes, SoundCloud, Audioboom, YouTube, Spotify, Stitcher, & Blubrry. All shows are archived at TheMarkWhiteShow.com.
In this episode, Darrell chats with his good friend Rodney Hall, who is the president of the FAME Recording Studios in Muscle Shoals Alabama. Rodney is also the co-owner of FAME Publishing. Rodney's father - Rick Hall along with Billy Sherrill and Tom Stafford founded Florence Alabama Music Enterprises in 1959. Rick Hall took over as the sole owner in 1960 and renamed the recording studio with the acronym of its original name as FAME Recording Studios, moving location to Wilson Dam Highway in Muscle Shoals. In 1962 they moved again to the current building which started construction with a $12000 bank loan raised by his family. Listen in as Rodney chats from the comfort of the newly revamped studio B at FAME, sharing some fascinating childhood memories including playing pranks on some of the most famous individuals in the music industry to funny little anecdotes his father told him when he was asked about the Rolling Stones as a guest on the late-night Jonny Carson show. How his father gave him and his brother 5 cows each, as a way of earning money via their calf's to help pay for college and more!. Rodney continues to build upon his fathers famous legacy and in his own right. Producing amazing music at the FAME Recording Studios. Rodney works with a family of top-flight session musicians keeping the worldwide well-earned studios reputation at the forefront of the ever evolving music industry. To read more about this famous icon of Americana music history. Especially as a safe-harbor of culture diversity and a sanctuary of a special sound - just visit their website. Also, check out the Social media channels to keep up to date with all things - past, present and future @ FAME Recording Studios... A Big thanks to our friends at #AudioGeer and the team @shure for their awesome support! #Shure #MV7 #podcast mic! Please check out our Music Matters podcast on @spotifypodcasts Hey, also check out the New Music Matters Podcast Website- and Music Matters SWAG And a Big Shout and thanks for the support of the following: Rodney Hall FAME Recording Studios in Muscle Shoals, Alabama Shure microphones Affliction clothing and Nigel J. my co-producer and voice over talent, all while running - Music Tribes Unite Media for our Podcast - Productions - Please, support, LIKE and helps us grow - check out our Social Media pages:
Some of the biggest names from the writing world share their top writing tips.
Some of the biggest names from the writing world share their top writing tips.
Some of the biggest names from the writing world share their top writing tips.
Join correspondent Tom Wilmer in Florence, Alabama for a conversation with two key players in the Shoals’ regional economic development . Afterwards we’ll visit with Rodney Hall, the son of Rick Hall, founder of the legendary Fame Studios . We'll also meet up with Spencer Coats, Hall’s studio manager.
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Some of the biggest names from the writing world share their top writing tips.
Australian author Karen Brooks on being called a witch, Rodney Hall's favourite dictionary and Jamaican writer Curdella Forbes' creole infused fiction.
Australian author Karen Brooks on being called a witch, Rodney Hall's favourite dictionary and Jamaican writer Curdella Forbes' creole infused fiction.
First awarded in 1957, this year marks the 62nd year of the Miles Franklin Literary Award. Join Katherine & Nisa as they discuss books that have made it on to the 2019 shortlist. The books span genres such as magic realism, autobiography, mystery and dystopia. Some themes found in the novels include: family, the environment, art, masculinity, relationships, race and racism – all against a range of Australian backdrops. Some of the books discussed in Episode 18 of Parra Pods include: The Lebs / Michael Mohammed Ahmad. Hatchette, 2018 A stolen season / Rodney Hall. Picador, 2018 The death of Noah Glass / Gail Jones. Text Publishing, 2018 Too much lip / Melissa Lucashenko. University of Queensland Press, 2018 Other books in the Shortlist include: A sand archive / Gregory Day. Picador, 2018 Dyschronia / Jennifer Mills. Picador, 2018 Do you feel like exploring some of the AMAZING past winners of the Miles Franklin Award? Or maybe you would like to learn more about the history of the award, check out the Miles Franklin Award website. Happy Listening! Katherine & Nisa
Power, exploitation and Australia's involvement in the 2003 Iraq War.
The shortlist for the 2019 Miles Franklin Literary Award was announced on 2 July in Sydney. Gail Jones (shortlisted for The Death of Noah Glass), Jennifer Mills (Dyschronia) and Melissa Lucashenko (Too Much Lip) appear in this interview, which was recorded on 2 and 3 July and released on 4 July 2019. Gail Jones is first, followed by Jennifer Mills at 14:10 and Melissa Lucashenko at 24:05. You can listen to interviews with the other three shortlisted authors - Rodney Hall, Michael Mohammed Ahmad and Gregory Day - in Part 2. About The Garret You can read the transcript of this interview at thegarretpodcast.com. You can also follow The Garret on Twitter and Facebook, or follow our host Astrid Edwards on Twitter or Instagram. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The shortlist for the 2019 Miles Franklin Literary Award was announced on 2 July in Sydney. Rodney Hall (shortlisted for A Stolen Season), Michael Mohammed Ahmad (The Lebs) and Gregory Day (A Sand Archive) appear in this interview, which was recorded on 3 July and released on 4 July 2019. Rodney is first, followed by Mohammed at 15:40 and Gregory at 29:50. You can listen to interviews with the other three shortlisted authors - Gail Jones, Jennifer Mills and Melissa Lucashenko - in Part 1. About The Garret You can read the transcript of this interview at thegarretpodcast.com. You can also follow The Garret on Twitter and Facebook, or follow our host Astrid Edwards on Twitter or Instagram. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
My guest today is Charles Holloman, Audio Engineer, Producer, Musician, Songwriter and Studio Owner in Muscle Shoals, AL. Originally from Atlanta, GA graduating from Georgia State University with a recording degree he migrated to Charlotte, NC, where he operated Charles Holloman Productions (chpaudio) for over 20 years. From his studio, he recorded everything from Anthony Hamilton, Fantasia and Benji Hughes, to dialog replacement for The Simpsons, music cuts for shows like East Bound & Down, on hold messages for pharmacies and Jingles for Car Dealers and Hooters. He’s currently operating the reopened East Avalon Recorders and renovating Widget Studio. As well as working on several projects with Rodney Hall at Fame Studios, the place that inspired him to take the journey in the first place. He’s a board member of the Muscle Shoals Music Association, and a self-described Ambassador of Everything Muscle Shoals, with a passion for preserving its history, but more importantly focusing on Muscle Shoals Now, and creating its future. Thanks to our sponsors! OWC - Other World Computing: https://www.OWC.com RSR Academy: http://RSRockstars.com/Academy Want to learn more about mixing? Get Free mix training with Lij at: http://MixMasterBundle.com Hear more on Youtube If you love the podcast then please Leave a review on iTunes here CLICK HERE FOR SHOW NOTES AT: http://RSRockstars.com/179
Two times Miles Franklin winner talks about his latest novel, A Stolen Season, about the morality of the Iraq War.
Rodney Hall is one of Australian's most important - and unsung - writers. He takes Claire Nichols in to his writing room. Plus, Sally Seltmann and Peggy Frew on making the transition from music to writing, creative couple Tim Flannery and Kate Holden, and Jennifer Mills on her climate-change themed novel, Dyschronia.
Rodney Hall explores the self-imposed shackles and constraints of society in 'A Stolen Season'.'The Everlasting Sunday' by Robert Lukins has boys in trouble, learning about surviving, not just against a vindictive winter but for life.
Australian poet, Judith Rodriguez, has been teaching poetry at universities internationally and at the Council of Adult Education for fifty years. She brings to this program a global knowledge of poetic forms and history. This is Part 3 of a three part series. Rodriguez taught English at La Trobe University from 1969 until 1985. In 1986 she was writer-in-residence at Rollins College, Florida, an experience commemorated in her ninth collection Floridian Poems (1986). In 1989 she took up a lectureship in writing at Victoria College, which in 1993 became part of Deakin University, where she continued to teach until her retirement in 2003. Rodriguez's first poetry collection was published in 1962 as part of Four Poets, the others being fellow Brisbane poets David Malouf, Rodney Hall and Don Maynard. The title poem of her first solo collection, Nu-Plastik Fanfare Red: and other poems (1973), has remained an anthology favourite; it demonstrates her highly effective use of direct and forthright language and striking imagery.Water Life (1976) won the inaugural South Australian Biennial Literature Prize in 1978, while one of Rodriguez's most highly-regarded collections, Mudcrab at Gambaro's (1980) received both the Sydney PEN Golden Jubilee Award for Poetry and the Artlook/Shell Literary Award in 1981. The title sequence of poems celebrates life and sensuality through the eating of Queensland mud crab. Rodriguez is also known for her poems about women's experiences; the title poem of Witch Heart (1982), published by the feminist press Sisters, records a visit to Robyn Archer's play about the often disastrous lives of famous women performers, A Star is Torn.
Rodney Hall appeared in several episodes of AMC’s hit TV show The Walking Dead as a zombie. I knew he was going to a guest at the Murfreesboro Anime And Comic Convention and contacted him about doing an interview for Monsters From The Basement. Acting is something he has always wanted to do and is having fun attending conventions and meeting his fans. He was a super nice guy and it was really great to get to hang out with him and conduct this great interview.