Podcasts about Vernon Jordan

Send us a textIn Episode 81 of the podcast, we take a look at the three-year racially motivated killing spree that covered at least 11 different states. From 1977 to 1980, Joseph Paul Franklin killed an estimated twenty-one people while injuring scores of others and creating an unease that spread throughout the country. What fueled his hatred towards blacks and Jews and how was he finally brought to justice?Support the show

There are few men politically or intellectually smarter than President Lyndon Johnson and his defense secretary Robert McNamara. So how did LBJ and McNamara screw up America's involvement in Vietnam so tragically? According to Peter Osnos, the author of LBJ and McNamara: The Vietnam Partnership Destined to Fail, it might have been because the two men were, in their own quite different ways, too smart. For Osnos - a legendary figure in American publishing who, amongst many other things, edited Donald Trump's Art of the Deal - the catastrophe of America's war in Vietnam is a parable about imperial hubris and overreach. According to Osnos, who has access to much previously unpublished material from McNamara, The Best and the Brightest orchestrated the worst and dumbest episode in American foreign policy. Peter Osnos began his journalism career in 1965 as an assistant to I. F. .Stone on his weekly newsletter. Between 1966–1984 Osnos was a reporter and foreign correspondent for The Washington Post and served as the newspaper's foreign and national editor. From 1984-1996 he was Vice President, Associate Publisher, and Senior Editor at Random House and Publisher of Random House's Times Books division. In 1997, he founded PublicAffairs. He served as Publisher and CEO until 2005, and was a consulting editor until 2020 when he and his wife, Susan Sherer Osnos, launched Platform Books LLC. Among the authors he has published and/or edited are — former President Jimmy Carter, Rosalyn Carter, Gen. Wesley Clark, Clark Clifford, former President Bill Clinton, Paul Farmer, Earvin (Magic) Johnson, Kareem Abdul Jabbar, Sam Donaldson, Kenneth Feinberg, Annette Gordon Reed, Meg Greenfield, Dorothy Height, Don Hewitt, Molly Ivins, Vernon Jordan, Ward Just, Stanley Karnow, Wendy Kopp, Charles Krauthammer, Brian Lamb, Jim Lehrer, Scott McClellan, Robert McNamara, Charles Morris, Peggy Noonan, William Novak, Roger Mudd. Former President Barack Obama, Speaker of the House Thomas P. (Tip) O'Neill, Nancy Reagan, Andy Rooney, Morley Safer, Natan Sharansky, George Soros, Susan Swain, President Donald Trump, Paul Volcker, Russian President Boris Yeltsin, and Nobel peace prize Winner Muhammad Yunus, as well as journalists from America's leading publications and prominent scholars. Osnos has also been a commentator and host for National Public Radio and a contributor to publications including Foreign Affairs, The Atlantic, and The New Republic. He wrote the Platform column for the Century Foundation, the Daily Beast and The Atlantic.com from 2006-2014. He has also served as Chair of the Trade Division of the Association of American Publishers and on the board of Human Rights Watch. From 2005-2009, he was executive director of The Caravan Project, funded by the MacArthur and Carnegie Foundations, which developed a plan for multi-platform publishing of books. He was the Vice-Chairman of the Columbia Journalism Review from  2007-2012. He is a member of The Council on Foreign Relations. He is a graduate of Brandeis and Columbia Universities. He lives in New York City, with his wife Susan, a consultant to human rights and philanthropic organizations. His children are Evan L.R. Osnos and Katherine Sanford. There are five grandchildren.Named as one of the "100 most connected men" by GQ magazine, Andrew Keen is amongst the world's best known broadcasters and commentators. In addition to presenting KEEN ON, he is the host of the long-running How To Fix Democracy show. He is also the author of four prescient books about digital technology: CULT OF THE AMATEUR, DIGITAL VERTIGO, THE INTERNET IS NOT THE ANSWER and HOW TO FIX THE FUTURE. Andrew lives in San Francisco, is married to Cassandra Knight, Google's VP of Litigation & Discovery, and has two grown children.Keen On is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit keenon.substack.com/subscribe

(0:00) Intro.(1:26) About the podcast sponsor: The American College of Governance Counsel.(2:13) Start of interview. (3:03) Barry's origin story.(7:00) Barry's board journey.(9:39) On distinctions between serving on public and private company boards: "you have the same fiduciary duties."(11:57) Evolution of boards in the last 30-40 years: "they have evolved for the better, but I don't think they've evolved enough." On board refreshment. On "non-traditional candidates" to boards.(15:52) About his Bay area Black Directors Succession Project (2015-2016) *Reference to the Black Directors' Conference.(18:40) About his Black Corporate Directors Time Capsule Project (2020)(19:51) About his Black Directors Video Archive Project (Current)(23:18) On board committee work. "As a new director, you ought to start in the audit committee."(26:44) On the Black Corporate Board Readiness (BCBR) Program at SCU, and its endowment under his name.(31:34) On the impact in California of SB-826 and AB-979. "I'm not a quota mandate person... but it worked." "I think we need to emphasize the business case for diversity."(37:20) On the backlash against ESG and DEI. "Two requests for Silicon Valley: to create interactive databases 1) aggregating all diverse board candidates, and 2) Dates/schedule of openings of board seats." *Reference to VC-Backed Board Academy (VCBA) on Oct 29, 2024 at Nasdaq in NYC.(45:54) Books that have greatly influenced his lifeCry, the Beloved Country. By Alan Paton (1948)Citizen Creek. By Lalita Tademy (2014) *his wifeJames. By Percival Everett (2024)(49:12) His mentors. Colin Powell and Vernon Jordan.George Schultz (at Bechtell, "start out with an executive summary, be brief")Franklin Williams(50:15) Quotes that he thinks of often or lives her life by.Nelson Mandela: "I never fail. I either win or learn."Vernon Jordan: "I'm here because I stand on many, many shoulders."Yogi Berra: "When you come to the fork in the road, take it."(50:58) An unusual habit or absurd thing that he loves: "Win the Day List"(52:08) The person he most admires.Barry Lawson Williams is a retired director who has served on the boards of 14 public companies. Since 2012, Barry has dedicated himself to promoting diversity in corporate boardrooms and mentoring Black professionals. Widely regarded as an icon in the Black corporate board community, he has led several impactful board-related projects. You can follow Evan on social media at:Twitter: @evanepsteinLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/epsteinevan/ Substack: https://evanepstein.substack.com/__You can join as a Patron of the Boardroom Governance Podcast at:Patreon: patreon.com/BoardroomGovernancePod__Music/Soundtrack (found via Free Music Archive): Seeing The Future by Dexter Britain is licensed under a Attribution-Noncommercial-Share Alike 3.0 United States License

From 1977 to 1980, Joseph Paul Franklin went on a multi-state murder and mayhem spree, bombing a synagogue, shooting at people exiting another, and shooting interracial couples, lone black men, women who had previously dated black men, and a white porn magazine owner for publishing nude photos of an interracial couple. All in a delusional attempt to ignite a race war.  Find out how an abused and confused little boy named James Clayton Vaughn, Jr. transformed into a full grown monster, Joseph Paul Franklin. Watch the Suck on YouTube: https://youtu.be/G__kfGHdqi8Merch and more: www.badmagicproductions.com Timesuck Discord! https://discord.gg/tqzH89vWant to join the Cult of the Curious Private Facebook Group? Go directly to Facebook and search for "Cult of the Curious" to locate whatever happens to be our most current page :)For all merch-related questions/problems: store@badmagicproductions.com (copy and paste)Please rate and subscribe on Apple Podcasts and elsewhere and follow the suck on social media!! @timesuckpodcast on IG and http://www.facebook.com/timesuckpodcastWanna become a Space Lizard? Click here: https://www.patreon.com/timesuckpodcast.Sign up through Patreon, and for $5 a month, you get access to the entire Secret Suck catalog (295 episodes) PLUS the entire catalog of Timesuck, AD FREE. You'll also get 20% off of all regular Timesuck merch PLUS access to exclusive Space Lizard merch. And you get the download link for my secret standup album, Feel the Heat.

February 2021 was Black History Month, a movement that is not and should not be confined to one month of the calendar year. Despite the best intentions of many companies to promise change in the workplace for the better, Black History Month's message can easily get lost regardless of the many corporations pledging to make a positive change in their industries. In the last year, the Black Lives Matter movement has gained worldwide coverage helping to pull focus on Black history and the Black contribution to American society. With the whole world watching, it is more important than ever for corporations to stay true to their word when they say they are doing all they can to create fairer opportunities for all. In today's episode, we want to keep the conversation of Black History & Culture going beyond a month of celebration to stay intentional with the essential and ongoing change across our society. We discuss the ways businesses can tangibly support Black culture, minority employees, and minority suppliers. We explain why it's important to recognize the differences each person can bring to your business and why the fashion to ‘not see color' is unhelpful when you have a mix of cultures and backgrounds that you should try to understand and celebrate. We also look at the evolution of America and just how black people have been an integral part of the building of our nation, how they have been overlooked in the past for their contributions, and of course, why we celebrate the changes that have happened, are happening, and have yet to come. “What actually makes us stronger as friends and co-hosts is realizing those differences, celebrating them, and not being ashamed to talk about them.” – Adam Moore This week on Breaking Barriers: Why intentionality HAS to follow corporate statements that promise meaningful change How Affinity groups (BRGs) can create safe spaces for dialogue between minorities and their employers Why ‘not seeing color' doesn't work for healthy diversity The Black creators, contributors, and inventors behind the technologies we use today Why Juneteenth is a Black holiday for some parts of the US more than others How Hire Ground can help you help your employees volunteer for equality initiatives How to approach ‘difficult' conversations on diversity A moment for Vernon Jordan the black businessman and civil rights activist who sadly passed away this month Connect with Hire Ground: Hire Ground's Website Hire Ground on LinkedIn Hire Ground on Facebook Hire Ground on Twitter Cloe Guidry-Reed on LinkedIn Adam Moore on LinkedIn   This podcast is brought to you by Hire Ground Hire Ground is a technology company whose mission is to bridge the wealth gap through access to procurement opportunities. Hire Ground is making the enterprise ecosystem more viable, profitable, and competitive by clearing the path for minority-led, women-led LGBT-led, and veteran-led small businesses to contribute to the global economy as suppliers to enterprise organizations. For more information on getting started please visit us @ hireground.io today!

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Howard University has appointed esteemed civil rights attorney and scholar Sherrilyn Ifill as the first Vernon E. Jordan, Jr., Esq. Endowed Chair in Civil Rights. Recognized for her remarkable contributions to law, civil rights, and social justice, her appointment pays tribute to the legacy of Thurgood Marshall, a Howard Law School alumnus, who was the first Black justice in the U.S. Supreme Court. The endowed chair, named after the revered Vernon Jordan, will establish a multidisciplinary center at Howard Law School called the 14th Amendment Center for Law & Democracy. This center looks to uphold the values of equality, justice, and reimagined citizenship outlined in the 14th Amendment and will collaborate with institutions such as the Charles Hamilton Houston Center at Harvard Law School. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#OTD Lawyer and activist Vernon E. Jordan was appointed executive director of the National Urban League. Actor Brian White shines a spotlight on his legacy.

Joe Madison talks about how President Biden needs an adviser like Vernon Jordan: a mentor or friend who is passionate, will talk to him candidly and who understands the Black community.

You value your time pretty highly, right? That's part of why you listen to How I Work - you're trying to get the most out of what precious time you have, whether it's a matter of getting more done when you're in the office, or freeing yourself from distraction when you're with your family. So you'd hope others value your time just as much - and therefore, you need to show others how much you value their time, especially if you're hoping to use some of it. This is the underlying principle in all of Janice Lintz's cold reachouts: whether she's writing a letter to the queen or trying to sort out her phone bill, Janice knows people want to protect their time. Janice Lintz is a hearing loss consultant and accessibility advocate, so when she wants to speak with someone, it's pretty damn important. But she recognises that if she's going to ask for someone else's time, she needs to demonstrate that it's worth her time, too. Enter the rule of fours. When the late, legendary activist Vernon Jordan finally answered Janice's phone call on the fourth attempt, he told her he only answered because she called so many times!Janice shares why this rule of four is so powerful, and explains how to apply the methodology to other parts of your work. Connect with Janice on Twitter or LinkedIn You can find the full interview here: Janice Lintz teaches you how to be heard by people who don't want to listen***My new book Time Wise is out now. You can grab a copy here.Connect with me on the socials:LinkedinTwitterInstagram  If you're looking for more tips to improve the way you work, I write a fortnightly newsletter that contains three cool things I have discovered that help me work better, which range from interesting research findings through to gadgets I am loving. You can sign up for that at http://howiwork.coVisit https://www.amantha.com/podcast for full show notes from all episodes.Get in touch at amantha@inventium.com.auCREDITSProduced by InventiumHost: Amantha ImberSound Engineer: Martin ImberSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You value your time pretty highly, right? That's part of why you listen to How I Work - you're trying to get the most out of what precious time you have, whether it's a matter of getting more done when you're in the office, or freeing yourself from distraction when you're with your family.  So you'd hope others value your time just as much - and therefore, you need to show others how much you value their time, especially if you're hoping to use some of it.  This is the underlying principle in all of Janice Lintz's cold reachouts: whether she's writing a letter to the queen or trying to sort out her phone bill, Janice knows people want to protect their time.  Janice Lintz is a hearing loss consultant and accessibility advocate, so when she wants to speak with someone, it's pretty damn important. But she recognises that if she's going to ask for someone else's time, she needs to demonstrate that it's worth her time, too.  Enter the rule of fours. When the late, legendary activist Vernon Jordan finally answered Janice's phone call on the fourth attempt, he told her he only answered because she called so many times! Janice shares why this rule of four is so powerful, and explains how to apply the methodology to other parts of your work.  Connect with Janice on Twitter or LinkedIn  You can find the full interview here: Janice Lintz teaches you how to be heard by people who don't want to listen *** My new book Time Wise is out now. You can grab a copy here. Connect with me on the socials: Linkedin Twitter Instagram    If you're looking for more tips to improve the way you work, I write a fortnightly newsletter that contains three cool things I have discovered that help me work better, which range from interesting research findings through to gadgets I am loving. You can sign up for that at http://howiwork.co Visit https://www.amantha.com/podcast for full show notes from all episodes. Get in touch at amantha@inventium.com.au CREDITS Produced by Inventium Host: Amantha Imber Sound Engineer: Martin Imber

In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with Tony Pierce. Tony Pierce is Akin Gump's Washington DC office partner in charge. He has more than three decades of experience in trial and litigation. In addition to his leadership at Akin Gump and impactful work on behalf of his clients, Tony Pierce has played a crucial leadership role in advancing business and philanthropic initiatives in the Greater Washington DC DMV region. Tony Pierce has served as past chair of the Greater Washington Board of Trade, serves on the Greater Washington Partnership board, and has played a leadership role in other civic and nonprofit organizations, including the Legal Aid Society of District of Columbia. In this conversation, Tony Pierce shares his leadership journey and the reason for his involvement to give back to the community through his involvement with many regional organizations.  Some highlights:- Tony Pierce on why he decided to become a lawyer and his initial successes in litigation- Why Washington DC DMV region put together a bid for the 2024 Olympics and the reasons the region didn't get the Olympics- Why Tony Pierce initiated a strategic review at the Greater Washington Board of Trade - The role of the Greater Washington Partnership in the Greater Washington DC DMV regional ecosystem- How nurturing talent in the Greater Washington DC DMV region can attract more business to the region- Tony Pierce's leadership of Akin Gump through challenging times- The importance of in-person connections and interaction to organizational culture and talent development Also mentioned in this episode:- Vernon Jordan, former adviser to President Bill Clinton- Robert “Bob” Strauss, founder of Akin Gump- Ted Leonsis, CEO of Monumental Sports & Entertainment, Owner of the Washington Capitals and Washington Wizards- Linda Rabbitt, founder and chairman of Rand Construction (Listen to Linda's episode on Partnering Leadership)- Rosie Allen Herring, CEO of the United Way (Listen to Rosie's episode on Partnering Leadership) - Trond Undheim, author and futurist (Listen to Trond's episode on Partnering Leadership)- Below Deck, reality television series- Married at First Sight, reality television seriesConnect with Tony Pierce:Tony Pierce on LinkedInAkin Gump Official WebsiteConnect with Mahan Tavakoli:MahanTavakoli.comMore information and resources available at the Partnering Leadership Podcast website: PartneringLeadership.com

#OTD Lawyer and activist Vernon E. Jordan was appointed executive director of the National Urban League. Actor Brian White shines a spotlight on his legacy.

Nobody hears from Janice Lintz just once. Whether she's chasing down information on her phone bill or chasing down the Queen of England, Janice doesn't stop until she gets what she needs, and she believes others can benefit from that kind of tenacity. It's reflected in a lesson Janice learned from the great civil rights activist, Vernon Jordan - don't answer the phone until someone calls you the fourth time. If it's not worth their time, it's certainly not worth yours. So Janice calls again. And again, and again. As a hearing access consultant and consumer advocate, Janice's requests aren't merely boxes that need ticking; they're often the only way people who are hard of hearing are able to experience what everyone else takes for granted. That's why productivity and efficiency are so important to Janice. She simply doesn't have time to waste. Connect with Janice on Twitter or LinkedIn***Connect with me on the socials:LinkedinTwitterInstagram  If you're looking for more tips to improve the way you work, I write a fortnightly newsletter that contains three cool things I have discovered that help me work better, which range from interesting research findings through to gadgets I am loving. You can sign up for that at http://howiwork.coVisit https://www.amantha.com/podcast for full show notes from all episodes.Get in touch at amantha@inventium.com.au CREDITSProduced by InventiumHost: Amantha ImberProduction Support from Deadset StudiosEpisode Producer: Liam RiordanSound Engineer: Martin ImberSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nobody hears from Janice Lintz just once. Whether she's chasing down information on her phone bill or chasing down the Queen of England, Janice doesn't stop until she gets what she needs, and she believes others can benefit from that kind of tenacity.  It's reflected in a lesson Janice learned from the great civil rights activist, Vernon Jordan - don't answer the phone until someone calls you the fourth time. If it's not worth their time, it's certainly not worth yours. So Janice calls again. And again, and again.  As a hearing access consultant and consumer advocate, Janice's requests aren't merely boxes that need ticking; they're often the only way people who are hard of hearing are able to experience what everyone else takes for granted. That's why productivity and efficiency are so important to Janice. She simply doesn't have time to waste.  Connect with Janice on Twitter or LinkedIn *** Connect with me on the socials: Linkedin Twitter Instagram    If you're looking for more tips to improve the way you work, I write a fortnightly newsletter that contains three cool things I have discovered that help me work better, which range from interesting research findings through to gadgets I am loving. You can sign up for that at http://howiwork.co Visit https://www.amantha.com/podcast for full show notes from all episodes. Get in touch at amantha@inventium.com.au   CREDITS Produced by Inventium Host: Amantha Imber Production Support from Deadset Studios Episode Producer: Liam Riordan Sound Engineer: Martin Imber

In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with Tony Pierce. Tony Pierce is Akin Gump's Washington DC office partner in charge. He has more than three decades of experience in trial and litigation. In addition to his leadership at Akin Gump and impactful work on behalf of his clients, Tony Pierce has played a crucial leadership role in advancing business and philanthropic initiatives in the Greater Washington DC DMV region. Tony Pierce has served as past chair of the Greater Washington Board of Trade, serves on the Greater Washington Partnership board, and has played a leadership role in other civic and nonprofit organizations, including the Legal Aid Society of District of Columbia. In this conversation, Tony Pierce shares his leadership journey and the reason for his involvement to give back to the community through his involvement with many regional organizations.  Some highlights:- Tony Pierce on why he decided to become a lawyer and his initial successes in litigation- Why Washington DC DMV region put together a bid for the 2024 Olympics and the reasons the region didn't get the Olympics- Why Tony Pierce initiated a strategic review at the Greater Washington Board of Trade - The role of the Greater Washington Partnership in the Greater Washington DC DMV regional ecosystem- How nurturing talent in the Greater Washington DC DMV region can attract more business to the region- Tony Pierce's leadership of Akin Gump through challenging times- The importance of in-person connections and interaction to organizational culture and talent development Also mentioned in this episode:- Vernon Jordan, former adviser to President Bill Clinton- Robert “Bob” Strauss, founder of Akin Gump- Ted Leonsis, CEO of Monumental Sports & Entertainment, Owner of the Washington Capitals and Washington Wizards- Linda Rabbitt, founder and chairman of Rand Construction (Listen to Linda's episode on Partnering Leadership)- Rosie Allen Herring, CEO of the United Way (Listen to Rosie's episode on Partnering Leadership) - Trond Undheim, author and futurist (Listen to Trond's episode on Partnering Leadership)- Below Deck, reality television series- Married at First Sight, reality television seriesConnect with Tony Pierce:Tony Pierce on LinkedInAkin Gump Official WebsiteConnect with Mahan Tavakoli:MahanTavakoli.comMore information and resources available at the Partnering Leadership Podcast website: PartneringLeadership.com

What is it with our Presidents?  They all play golf. I think it has something to do with power. And friendship, too. Gary Ginsberg wrote a book called “First Friends.” It's about nine U.S. Presidents and the people closest to them like Abe Lincoln and Joshua Speed. They slept in the same bed for four years. Vernon Jordan stayed loyal to Bill Clinton even as impeachment loomed. And then there's Donald Trump the loner. He didn't have a best friend. We talk about the long arm of history and friends in high places. “Now What?” is produced with the help of Steve Zimmer, Fei Lu and Alex Wolfe. Audio production is by Nick Ciavatta.

Former Clinton administration aide Gary Ginsberg, author of "First Friends," talked about the personal confidants of U.S. presidents and the influence they wielded. He talks about banker and businessman Bebe Rebozo, who Richard Nixon knew for 44 years, and civil rights leader Vernon Jordan, one of Bill Clinton's closest advisers for much of his political career, among others. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Black Political Leaders                     There are two talks on Black leadership, one on Political Leaders, one on Intellectual Leaders.  This is the talk on Political Leaders.   The focus is upon nine key leaders.  There are others who are worthy of inclusion. I thought of Rosa Parks, far more significant than the demeaning image as a simple woman with tired feet who sat down rather than stand. Parks was a defiant activist who moved to Detroit to keep from being assassinated.  Without her and others like her organizing car pools, the Montgomery Bus Boycott would have failed.  She organized women on the ground, and sparked a movement.  Her leadership was remarkable.  May I recommend that you consider reading Dark At the End of the Street, an amazing book on the role of women in the civil rights movement.  It will change your way of thinking.  And will help you see Rosa Parks in a totally different light. Note: I intentionally left out elected leaders, although some are very significant.  There are separate podcasts on Barack Obama, Vernon Jordan, and others. Also Note:  There are two very good graphic-style biographies of John Lewis, the great civil rights leader and member of Congress.  One is called March, the other is called Run. Who are these leaders?   Frederick Douglass, an abolitionist and Black-rights activist,  who wrote Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass, the best of the slave memoirs. Sojourner Truth, activist, feminist who wrote a memoir. Brooker T. Washington, who wrote Up From SlaveryW. E. B. Du Bois, a founder of the NAACP and author of The Souls of the Black FolksMarcus Garvey and the United Negro Improvement AssociationMartin Luther King and the Southern Christian Leadership  Conference.  The film Selma describes one of his critical marches. Malcolm X, originally  of the Nation of Islam. His Autobiography of Malcolm X  is a remarkable work.  There is also an excellent film entitled Malcolm X  starring Denzel Washington. Jesse Jackson, who was an ally of Martin Luther King and then formed his own organization. Louis Farrakhan  of the Nation of Islam.  My conference paper (“The Political Ideology of Louis Farrakhan”) is deposited in Deep Blue.  Terms used:  Seneca Falls, Talented Tenth, Maroons, Black Nationalism, Black Star Line, Elijah Mohammed, Boston Latin High School, Calypso music, Fruit of Islam, J. Edgar Hoover, Paul Tillich, Rosa Parks, Southern Christian Leadership Conference/SCLC. The remarkable essay by Garvey that I call “Advice to Young People” is actually named “Intelligence, Education and Universal Knowledge.”  It is available on the internet.  If you read it, you will be glad you did.  ("Never forget that intelligence rules the world and ignorance carries the burden"). 

This episode of In My Opinion is covers season four episode three of the Good Fight titled, “The Gang Gets A Call From HR.” Adrian is in hot water for quoting Vernon Jordan, the DNC wants the firm’s help in addressing the concerns of Black voters, and Diane is a dog and Memo 618 is […] The post S04E03: The Case of the Disappearing Case appeared first on Crossroads Comedy Theater.

Estreia em 1º de junho de 1980 o canal de televisão CNN (Cable News Network), a primeira rede televisiva de transmissão de notícias 24 horas. A primeira imagem da rede surge às 18h00 no horário da costa leste transmitida a partir dos estúdios centrais da companhia em Atlanta, Georgia, sendo a principal história a da tentativa de assassinato do líder dos direitos civis, Vernon Jordan.----Quer contribuir com Opera Mundi via PIX? Nossa chave é apoie@operamundi.com.br (Razão Social: Última Instancia Editorial Ltda.). Desde já agradecemos!Assinatura solidária:www.operamundi.com.br/apoio★ Support this podcast ★

This week on In Black America, producer and host John L. Hanson, Jr. presents a tribute to the late Vernon E. Jordan, Jr.: Civil Rights icon, former President and CEO of the National Urban League, and former Executive Director of The United Negro College Fund, with highlights of his address at the Summit on Race […]

As a student, Kasim Reed set a goal to be mayor of Atlanta by age 40 - and he made it happen.The Kasim Reed story is truly an original...motivated by a nurturing mother and demanding father, on the Board of Howard University by age 19, the youngest member of the Georgia legislature by 29, managing a successful mayoral race at 32, and winning his own mayoral campaign 8 years later after starting in last place. And 8 successful years as mayor of one of the great international cities. Fascinating to hear Mayor Reed's story - and learn from his advice and insights after a meteoric rise in politics.Podcast WebsiteTwitter: @ProPoliticsPodTwitter: @ZacMcCraryFacebook: The Pro Politics PodcastIN THIS EPISODEThe life-changing moment when a young Kasim Reed crosses paths with Mayor Andrew Young…The transformational role of Howard University in Mayor Reed's life…Mayor Maynard Jackson helps mold a young Kasim Reed as a political operative…Mayor Reed talks interning for Congressman Joseph P Kennedy II…The path to becoming both the youngest member of the GA Legislature...How the GA legislature moving from Democratic to Republican made him a better mayor…The Kasim Reed best practices for managing campaigns…Mayor Reed compares Zac to Michael Jordan (not really, but sort of…)Mayor Reed talks about the importance of Atlanta being in the “future business” …The key relationships that helped Ambassador Young land the 1996 Atlanta Olympics…How Kasim Reed became Mayor after starting the race at 3%...Mayor Reed provides advice to Democrats on how to talk about the issue of crime…Mayor Reed gives a day in the life of what it's like to be Mayor of Atlanta…Mayor Reed talks about using his political capital to get tough things done…What is Mayor Reed's Purple Squirrel Theory of Management?A great story about Willie Brown helping Mayor Reed solve a tough issue…Mayor Reed provides his recommended itinerary for getting the most out of a trip to Atlanta…ALSO...Hank Aaron, Rev Ralph Abernathy, Troy Aikman, Ivan Allen, Lawrence Ashe, Roy Barnes, President Joe Biden, Arthur Blank, Michael Bloomberg, Julian Bond, Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms, Tom Brady, Willie Brown, Jimmy Carter, Jim Clyburn, Pinky Cole, Sean Combs, Tommy Duncan, Shirley Franklin, Dr Wayne Frederick, Ryan Glover, Taraji P. Henson, high top fades, Michael Irvin, Jesse Jackson, Jimmy Johnson, Vernon Jordan, Jack Kemp, John Lewis, Rev Joseph Lowery, Floyd Mayweather, Mark Mason, the McNeil-Lehrer Report, Dick Parsons, Marty Payson, Mark Pitts, Carl Sanders, Frank Savage, Slutty Vegan, Emmitt Smith, Calvin Smyre, Tracy Reed, Rev C.T. Vivian, and MORE!Podcast WebsiteTwitter: @ProPoliticsPodTwitter: @ZacMcCraryFacebook: The Pro Politics Podcast  

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Indiana wants me Lord, I can't go back there. Those were the opening lines of a pop song that became a hit in 1970, rising to No. 5 on the Billboard Top 100 list. True crime author Andrew Stoner uses the song, Indiana Wants Me, in his newest book as an entree to exploring fugitives and prison escapees throughout more than 100 years of Indiana history. To discuss several of the cases described in Wanted in Indiana: Infamous Hoosier Fugitives (The History Press) - including the assassination attempt in 1980 of a national civil rights leader in Fort Wayne that returned to the headlines this month - Andrew will be Nelson's guest. A native of Goshen and a former civilian spokesman for the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department, Andrew now is an associate professor of communications studies at California State University in Sacramento. During our show, we will explore two cases connected to the FBI that illustrate advances in techniques for tracking down criminals. An escapee in 1919 from the Indiana State Prison in Michigan City was not found until the 1940s, when the FBI's fingerprint detection techniques finally resulted in his identification after a traffic stop in California. In 1960, a robber of banks in Logansport and Hamlet, Ind., made the FBI's Most Wanted List - and was captured just 24 hours later. In 1980, racist Joseph Paul Franklin committed two shootings in Indiana (one of them fatal) before attempting to assassinate Vernon Jordan, president of the National Urban League, during his trip to Fort Wayne for the organization's annual meeting. Using a hunting rifle, Franklin shot Jordan in the back.  Following a long recovery that made national news, Jordan survived and continued as a close advisor to U.S. presidents, including Jimmy Carter and Bill Clinton. During our show, Andrew will describe how Franklin was tracked down after several months and more shootings. When Jordan died this month at age 85, the horrific episode in Fort Wayne was recounted in his obituaries. Also during our show, Andrew and Nelson will explore the cases of: Leslie "Mad Dog" Irvin, a notorious killer who escaped from the Gibson County Jail in southwestern Indiana in 1956. One of the cases involving Irvin, who was accused in multiple shootings, made it all the way to the U.S. Supreme Court, where it set a precedent involving pretrial publicity. Two women who escaped, separately, from the Indiana Women's Prison when it was located on the near-eastside of Indianapolis. One of the women was not found for 35 years; the other spent many years living, crime-free, just a few blocks from the prison. And a 15-year-old from Tippecanoe County who fled in 1942 after being accused of several crimes. Even though Floyd Loveless was a juvenile, he eventually was executed in Nevada after shooting a constable; the case illustrates the differences in the imposition of the death penalty since the 1940s. As a break from exploring the violent crimes, Andrew and Nelson also will discuss the colorful history of the 1970 song "Indiana Wants Me." Written and performed by Toronto native R. Dean Taylor - it was his only hit, according to Wanted in Indiana - the song remained on Billboard's charts for 15 weeks. Later, it was included on a list of the "52 Most Depressing Songs You've Ever Heard."

Memorials: Irv Cross, Vernon Jordan, Marvin Hagler & Roger Mudd. This episode covers the NBA All-Star Game, Senator Ron Johnson of Wisconsin's bigotry, and the Royal Families controversy.

In this episode, Donzel continues to detail the ARCC process for personal transformation by moving to Step 2, Educating Yourself About Anti-Racism. Donzel also introduces important lessons learned about anti-racism from the Prince Harry and Meghan Markle interview with Oprah Winfrey, and also honors two of the most influential figures in his life who recently were lost to us, the legendary executive and civil rights activist Vernon Jordan and Donzel's Uncle Jeff Allen.

As much as Vernon Jordan was America's power broker, he was America's consummate mentor, especially to determined, emerging Black American talent. We are taking a moment to share personal tributes to the legend.

The crew joins to discuss the debate in Congress over the $15 minimum wage and whether Biden should make it a priority (1:45), Biden's announcement that the US will have enough vaccine supply in May (10:45) and discuss the aftermath of living in COVID (18:30). The Big Fact focuses on Georgia's latest efforts to suppress the vote and what it could mean for civil rights and elections going forward (27:40). In heads up they acknowledge the life, work and legacy of Vernon Jordan and the commitment to acknowledge Black women throughout Women's History Month! (36:35) Stay up to date on all the latest about the podcast by subscribing on Apple Podcasts, YouTube, Spotify, Soundcloud and Google Podcasts. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @wrgopod and check out whatsreallygoingonpod.com/shop to purchase our latest shirt honoring John Lewis and the fight for voting rights!

This week we take some time to honor the life of Vernon Jordan. A civil rights leader, lawyer, and a powerful speaker Jordan made his mark in organizational leadership at the United Negro College Fund, the Urban League and as trusted advisor in national politics. A pioneer in breaking open access to corporate governance, politics and more he was a force unique in our times. We dive in and discuss his impact. Please take the best part for yourself.    Read more on Vernon Jordan here: https://www.nytimes.com/2021/03/03/business/dealbook/vernon-jordan-dead.html   https://oklahoman.com/article/5683690/point-of-view-remembering-vernon-jordan-a-different-kind-of-civil-rights-leader Ask Your Oldhead is a creative project exploring modern manhood at the intersection of race, gender, culture, and class. We are specifically interested in capturing the stories of transition from child to young man to healthy adult. Please listen, rate, share, and subscribe. Peace   Support the Ask Your Oldhead Podcast by becoming a patron here. ← Click there.   Twitter: @justicerajee Instagram: @justicerajee https://www.facebook.com/oldhead.rajee/ www.askyouroldhead.com www.askyouroldhead.libsyn.com The Ask Your Oldhead Shop Leave a message: 971-206-4010   ©2021 Justice Rajee   Credits: Justice Rajee, Majestic Lane

This is ninth episode of The Cincinnati Herald Podcast. We discuss news that you can't get anywhere else. On today's show we will be discussing major news events including Cincinnati City Council honoring local leaders for Black History Month, the state of Black-owned businesses across the country, the passing of Vernon Jordan, and more.Today's show features co-Host Andria Carter (Media Consultant & Co-Host), Wade Lacey, Sr. (Circulation Director, The Cincinnati Herald), Zoey Becker (Intern, The Cincinnati Herald), and Suhana Sinha (Intern, The Cincinnati Herald).This week's episode is co-hosted by John Alexander Reese (Digital Editor, The Cincinnati Herald)Make sure to check out the stories we talked about today on our website at www.TheCincinnatiHerald.com. You can also follow us on social media. We're on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. We also have our own YouTube channel. Just search for The Herald TV.

This week Sister Ashley Alexander is back to discuss rappers Vs rasslers, Texas, Vernon Jordan, Bunny Wailer, The new Biggie doc on Netflix, Coming 2 America, Drake, Anderson Paak, Bruno Mars, The Nike VP stepping down, sneakers we missed out on and of course, the segments: The release, Who Won the Record, Shooting the 5 and Sports in the Buff...enjoy share and tell a friend.

KG has his full squad with CraigG, 2K and Seong. He hits on the Overtime Elite Hoops League and the Mariners controversy in sports. In current events, they discuss Vernon Jordan's legacy. In Hip-Hop, the guys discuss Jay-Z and his money moves with Tidal and Square. Extras: Women's History Month Shout Outs PSA for Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month This is Victory Formation. Let's take a knee.

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Co Host: Pastor Walker talks about the Equalizer with Queen Latifah and Coming 2 America. We honor women's month and the life and legacy of Vernon Jordan.

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This week another name synonymous with the Civil Rights Movement passed away. Former National Urban League President and Clinton Administration advisor Vernon Jordan died at his home in Georgia at the age of 85. In this special edition of WUKY's award winning history program Saving Stories, Dr. Doug Boyd with the Louie B. Nunn Center for Oral History in the UK Libraries presents audio from a collection of interviews Robert Penn Warren conducted in 1964 on the unfolding Civil Rights Movement. Listen as a 29 year old Jordan and Warren engage in a philosophical discussion on the revolutionary nature of the movement.

Justin from Australia seeks some insight into his life. Annette from Tennessee let's Jesse know how much she loves his message. Fabian from Texas answers the biblical question. He recounts getting so mad at his workplace and the mask mandates. --- Trump endorsing Tim Scott…; Earl from Michigan touches on Vernon Jordan.

While Governor Kemp highlights the opening of new mass COVID-19 vaccination centers and his plans to expand vaccine eligibility, some data analyses put the state at or near the bottom for distributing the vaccines it has on hand. In the legislature, the voting overhaul fight has only gotten more intense, as the state mourns the loss of a native son who became a civil rights giant. And Atlanta’s spike in violent crime gets an unexpected moment of national attention. Republican strategist Brian Robinson and Democratic strategist Tharon Johnson get into it all with WABE political contributor Denis O’Hayer.

Vernon Jordan died on March 2, 2021.  He was one of the last of the Civil Rights generation, those giants who were contemporaries of Martin Luther King.  (Jesse Jackson is the last of that generation, unless I have forgotten someone). Jordan was at the center of DC politics, and of advancing Black rights.  As a close friend of Bill Clinton, he got questioned in the Monica scandal.  His answers show the substance of the man.  I met him once, when he was doing a book tour.  I was able to ask him a question, and got an answer that I really liked. This is my appreciation of his life. 

How the conspiracy theories that fueled “Pizzagate” were a harbinger of QAnon. Texas in the aftermath of the devastating winter storms. And, a remembrance of Vernon Jordan.Read more:The “Pizzagate” gunman has been released from prison. After Edgar Maddison Welch entered a popular D.C. pizzeria and fired shots in December 2016, he told law enforcement that he had gone there to investigate a conspiracy theory. Reporter Mike Miller explains how Pizzagate signaled the deepening of violence linked to conspiracy theories that would later lead to the siege of the Capitol on Jan. 6. The power is back on, but millions of Texans wonder what it will take to fully recover — and who will help them. National correspondent Arelis Hernández reports on the Lone Star State two weeks after the deadly winter storms led to a near-collapse of the state’s power grid. Robin Givhan on the legacy and life of Vernon Jordan, and how he made being a Black man in America look effortless.

Maz is Steve Roth, Gov. Cuomo's presser, another Whitmer NDA, D**k Pic Mick, TMZ defends Bill Cosby, Teen Mom vaccinated, Leonardo de Gacy, Strahan v. Harrison, and creepers on Emily Ratajkowski's nude preggo pic.Andrew Cuomo won't back down. Remember when he thought he was sexy with his nipple rings?Mark Giangreco has learned the hard way that 'ditzy' is an incredible insult and can cost you your job.Nick Francona is so angry at his dad because of D**k Pic Mick. When your nickname is 'D**k Pic Mick', you're probably doing something wrong.The Washington Football Team is dropping cheerleaders for a co-ed dance squad that the fans will love.The head coach of Creighton basketball apologized for using the p-word, but not the one you are thinking of... or that one either.Dan Dakich's latest hot take has him in hot water. Dr. Johanna Mellis is not a fan.Gameshows and television have run out of ideas.Trudi has been watching Airplane Repo, a thing that exists.Paramount Plus is new and Beavis is Butthead are back! Additionally, the 1992 Real World cast is getting back together and about to get real... again.Wanted: Tiger Wood's Black Box.The Fyre Festival's Billy McFarland is breaking his silence to lie some more.TMZ is cool with "celebrating" hall of fame rapist Bill Cosby.Vernon Jordan, most famous for trying to hire Monica Lewinsky and Bill Clinton lying about it, has died.Another day, another former Michigan state employee is silenced after leaving his/her position.Ohio is leading Michigan in fan capacity.Keith Olbermann wants a bunch of people punished for the decision of one man.Dolly Parton, the person no one can hate, got her vaccine.Teen Mom/Pornstar Farrah Abraham and her boobs got a vaccine. Sofia is doing great too!Bachelor Civil War: Michael Strahan is about to rip into Chris Harrison on GMA, while Rachel Lindsay wants the show to be put on pause.Amazon had to change their app logo to be less like Adolf Hitler. Oops.Emily Ratajkowski is 14 months pregnant, totally nude, and making guys rock on Instagram.Michigan basketball lost to Illinois. Now it's MSU & Tom Izzo's turn to try and upset Michigan.Kellen Winslow Jr. has been horribly under-sentenced to only 14 years in prison.Parents are getting sick of their kids having to admit their white supremacy.Drew thinks John Wayne Gacy was a great painter.iHeart blew out a bunch of engineers including one of our friends.Social media is dumb but we're on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter (Drew and Mike Show, Marc Fellhauer, Trudi Daniels and BranDon).

For more than two decades, Vernon Jordan, was one of the most visible and influential spokespersons for the plight of black Americans. Jordan served a ten-year tenure as the executive director of the National Urban League, an organization dedicated to improving social conditions for blacks living in cities. His selection for that prestigious position while still in his mid-thirties was no fluke: Jordan had earned a reputation for dignified oratory, a level head, and a strong agenda as a member of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) and the Southern Regional Council. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/biography/message

Back to Alex… Lather from California asks Jesse why he doesn't bring up a particular passage in the bible. Vernon Jordan died on Tuesday…; Josh from North Carolina --- Terry from Alabama wonders how Jesse can call himself a Christian. Malik from Orlando, FL Shane from Canada thanks Jesse for bringing him back to Christianity. Skip from Augusta, GA Andrew from Orange County, CA is dating someone who wants to raise kids gender neutral.

Biden promised enough coronavirus vaccines for ‘every adult in America’ by the end of May. Biden to prioritize vaccinating school teachers. Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer announced the loosening of coronavirus restrictions which will would ease its capacity limits for businesses including restaurants. It is back to business in Texas and Mississippi as the Governors lift COVID-19 restrictions. POLL QUESTION: Do you appreciate the job that President Joe Biden is doing in regards to the coronavirus vaccine ?     Vernon Jordan, civil rights champion and 'first friend' to Bill Clinton, dies at 85. Eddie Murphy says Paramount forced him to put a white person in Coming to America. Aretha Franklin's Estate Settles with the IRS. Celebrating Max Robinson is a trailblazer in broadcasting and journalism. 5-Year Old Injured In Britt Reid’s Crash ‘Likely Permanent Brain Damage.’ Tiger Woods Update: Sherriff Executes Search Warrant For Black Box In Car. UFC Fighter Blames Loss On Being Hungover-Drunk In The Octagon. Mike Tomlin On Lack Of Black Head Coaches In NFL.  

3.2.21 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: SCOTUS hears voting rights arguments; Ga. GOP bill attempts to repeals no-excuse absentee voting; Black vets face major challenges during pandemic; FBI Director Christopher Wray grilled on The Hill over Capitol insurrection; We pay tribute to civil rights leader, Vernon Jordan. Support #RolandMartinUnfiltered via the Cash App ☛ https://cash.app/$rmunfiltered or via PayPal ☛https://www.paypal.me/rmartinunfiltered #RolandMartinUnfiltered is a news reporting platform covered under Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wednesday on Political Rewind: Reforms or restrictions? That's the question on the latest bundle of laws that would change the way Georgians vote. Voting access advocates are expressing concerns this legislation will make voting harder, and describe it as an attempt at voter suppression by state Republicans. But first, we remember the life of civil rights leader Vernon Jordan. The Atlanta-born activist and powerbroker fought to desegregate Georgia's universities and later served as an adviser to President Bill Clinton. He passed away Monday night at the age of 85 at his family home. Panelists: Greg Bluestein — Politics Reporter, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution Sen. Jen Jordan — State Senator, (D-Atlanta) Dr. Alan Abramowitz — Professor of Political Science, Emory University Leo Smith — GOP strategist and Founder, Engaged Futures Group

West Coast Cookbook & Speakeasy is Now Open! 8am-9am PT/ 11am-Noon ET for our especially special Daily Specials, Smothered Benedict Wednesdays!Starting off in the Bistro Cafe, Kayleigh McEnany is called out for her Capitol Riot lies.Then, on the rest of the menu, the GAO reported the 2020 census for redrawing congressional districts has been 'compromised' following Trump's attacks; the more contagious Brazilian virus variant has emerged in Oregon; and, former Georgia NAACP field secretary, Urban League head and Clinton adviser, Vernon Jordan, has died at age eighty-five.After the break, we move to the Chef's Table where nearly one hundred mobsters and white collar professionals are on trial in Sicily for Mafia fraud of the EU agriculture fund; and, US Ambassador to the UN, Linda Thomas-Greenfield, demanded the status of all Syrian detainees be made public.All that and more, on West Coast Cookbook & Speakeasy with Chef de Cuisine Justice Putnam.Bon Appétit!~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~"To those of us who believe that all of life is sacred every crumb of bread and sip of wine is a Eucharist, a remembrance, a call to awareness of holiness right where we are. I want all of the holiness of the Eucharist to spill out beyond church walls, out of the hands of priests and into the regular streets and sidewalks, into the hands of regular, grubby people like you and me, onto our tables, in our kitchens and dining rooms and backyards.” -- Shauna Niequist "Bread and Wine: A Love Letter to Life Around the Table with Recipes"~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~Show Notes & Links: https://www.dailykos.com/stories/2021/3/3/2019033/-West-Coast-Cookbook-amp-Speakeasy-Daily-Special-Smothered-Benedict-Wednesdays

(00:00) Net profit: we review James Harden's triple double vs the Spurs and wonder if his time in Houston will affect his MVP contention(24:00) Wanna be startin' somethin? Holley and Smith argue who's the best Jackson then a discussion on who really has the power in the Houston Texans situation(40:00) Ashley Nicole Moss joins the show to explain the Knicks recent success (52:00) Holley and Smith detail the organizational failures pushing Watson towards another team(1:00:00) Ashley Nicole Moss returns to comment on the Dak Prescott contract negotiations (1:11:00) Charles Robinson stops by to delve into JJ Watt's signing, assessing QB's in the draft and give his opinion on the Watson dilemma (1:38:10) Holley and Smith touch on Tom Brady looking to next year and a tribute to the late Irv Cross and Vernon Jordan

Sinista1 returns the airwaves with a vengeance tonight at 7:00 PM NY EST!If you want to get in on the conversation LIVE on air you can join us in the LIVE Chat on FB!Topics for the night…A BIG THANKS to my Special Guest last week Bruce Bills whose Mixtape “V.E.N.T.” was released yesterday featuring 13 up close & personal tracks!News Booth*MA Enters Phase 3 & Announces the return of outdoor dining on Apr. 1st with Phase 4 to begin Mar. 22 (Video)*APCSA Rabies Clinic & Pet Food Pantry Mar. 21 at 9AM*Tulane University Police Officer Martinus Mitchum was shot and killed after confronting John Shallerborn after the staff had blocked him from entering a HS basketball game.*RIP Civil Rights Icon President of the National Urban League (71-81) Vernon Jordan (85)Legal Booth *NY Gov. Andrew Cuomo now has a third accuser for sexual harassment on top of the Nursing Home scandal.Entertainment Booth*Simone Boseman wife of the late Chadwick accepted his Golden Globe Award for Best Actor in “Ma Rainey's Black Bottom (Video)*Mr. Potato Head saved from Cancel Culture? Or a Slick Marketing Move?*Rapper TI “Cancelled” from Ant-Man 3 after new accusations*NEW Godzilla vs Kong Trailer released in ChinaSports Booth*Pats D to full strength for 2021*JJ Watt signs with Arizona & gets his 99*Pro Golfers at the WGC Championship pay tribute to Pro Golfer Tiger WoodsBiden Bombshells*Biden during the National Governor's Association Winter Meeting praises Governors for vaccine effortsR U Serious*No topic this weekEvent RemindersCheck out Oscar Mike Radio & Mattie C's Sports for You & Me Podcast!!!Veana Marie's music is available on ALL music streaming outlets!These will be some of our topics on “The Booth” tonight & do not forget to converse in our FB Live chat where you can win a FREE t-shirt courtesy of ILoveBostonSports.com!#AreYouListening #Discuss #DoYourHomework #NinjaWithKnowledge #TheBooth #Whoobazoo #HatchetRadio #Sinista1 #Sinista1Productions #SeeYouNextTuesday #7PM #AUDIOS #BrandedBills #ILoveBostonSports #MDBElectronics #RebelRom #TacticalTargetSystems

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I'm so fortunate to be joined by Paul Begala as my first guest – we had a great conversation. Paul is a great storyteller, with tremendous insights he's learned over the years that remain incredibly relevant today.Podcast WebsiteTwitter: @ProPoliticsPodTwitter: @ZacMcCraryFacebook: The Pro Politics PodcastIN THIS EPISODE…Paul breaks out his spot-on impressions of Bill Clinton, James Carville, and a deep cut of Phil Graham…Why was Paul's nickname “Huntley-Brinkley”?Which Senator did a 12-year old Paul see, from the Senate Gallery, skillfully working the room during the 1973 Alaska pipeline vote?How does high-school Paul cross paths with both Tom Delay and Ron Paul in the 1970s? Why the concept of “taxation and representation” was incredibly influential in Paul's time at the University of Texas?The lasting impact Diane Begala, Paul's wife, has had on the UT campus…The story of Paul's (temporary) defeat for Student Body President by a fictional character…The two-word slogan that has defined Paul's outlook on politics, government, and life…What wager do Paul and his wife make before they see their friend Mark McKinnon on TV?How Paul learned more from losing a race in Texas than he did on any of the races he won?How Paul helped revive the political career of the man known as “The Three Time Loss from Holy Cross”…How one candidate's embrace of Transcendental Meditation changed a race…Which candidate Paul worked for had “the greatest collection of talent on one staff” that Paul's ever seen (and it's not the 1992 Clinton Team)…The story of how a pollster and an eye doctor found the right health care messaging to overcome a 47-point deficit in the 1991 upset win of PA Senator Harris Wofford…How the lesson of “be like Bobby Kennedy” made Paul a better campaign manager…Who is the potential Democratic candidate that Paul thought posed the greatest threat to Clinton's prospects…The “one thing that hasn't changed in the Democratic Party” since 1992…What was the “gold watch” strategy in the 1992 presidential race…Why Ross Perot actually hurt Bill Clinton in 1992 more than George HW Bush…What did Hillary Clinton say when Ross Perot (temporarily) pulled out of the '92 race…Why Bill Clinton wanted Paul Begala to work in the White House even though Paul felt “unqualified”…Paul in the middle of the Clinton impeachment fight during a strained personal relationship with the President…Paul's tips on how to be good on television…The advice Paul gives to anyone considering a career in politics…Which recent political movie does Paul “highly, highly recommend”?What spot on the map does Paul call “the greatest place in the world”?What Paul has learned from each of his four sons… Also mentioned...John Anzalone, Howard Baker, Billy Begala, Charlie Begala, Diane Begala, John Begala Patrick Begala, Anna Bennett, Lloyd Bentsen, Joe Biden, David Bowie, Bill Bradley, George W Bush, James Carville, Bob Casey, Bill Clements, Hillary Clinton, Mario Cuomo, Mike Donilon, Lloyd Doggett, Sarah Eckhardt, Bob Gammage, Bryan Garner, Dick Gephardt, Al Gore,  Florence Scroggins Graham, Larry Grisolano, Kent Hance, John Heinz, David Humphreville, Vernon Jordan, Ted Kennedy, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr, Bob Kreuger, Frank Lautenberg, Lyle Lovett, Neil MacBride, Mary Matalin, Linda Moore, Karen Olick, Jay Rockefeller, Ronald Reagan, Ann Richards, John Schwartz, Bill Scranton, Bob Shrum, Russ Tidwell, Dick Thornburgh, John Tower, Doug Wilder, David Wilhelm, Harris Wofford, and more!

Vernon Jordan, a civil rights leader and close adviser to former President Bill Clinton, died Monday evening, multiple sources close to the family tell CNN. He was 85. The former president of the National Urban League rose to prominence as a civil rights activist with close connections in all corners of American politics, working with presidents from Lyndon Johnson to Barack Obama.To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy

American civil rights activist, presidential confidant and corporate pioneer Vernon Jordan has died at the age of 85. A family statement said he passed Monday in Atlanta. Jordan was a leading advocate for Black Americans and a mentor to those who came after him. Charlayne Hunter-Gault and Ursula Burns join Judy Woodruff to discuss his legacy, from civil rights to politics to business. PBS NewsHour is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

Vernon Jordan, civil rights activist, passed away last evening and in his honor, Joe Madison replays an interview with him from the NAACP 100th Anniversary Convention in 2009.  Also, a  principal decides to do hair care for a student instead of suspending him. 

Vernon Jordan has died // ComicCon is cancelled once again // Nike Executive resigns after being linked to her son's resale shoe business // Vaccine shipments have come with extra security // 6 Dr. Seuss books will stop being published because of racist mentions // Reese's Peanut Butter Cups will be without chocolate // LA County close to reaching the red color tier.

R.I.P. Vernon Jordan, Cancel Culture comes after Dr. Seuss, Photo of creepy Cuomo touching young women, More issues for D- lister Alec Baldwin, Fredo addresses his brother on tv, The Brothers Grim and fairy tales, Falcons picks, The most famous gutter ball in bowling history and other fun jargon on today’s Kimmer-cast Support the show (http://Patreon.com/KimmerShow)

Good News: A roof tile manufacturer in Turkey is making tiles that double as bird houses, free of charge! Link HERE The Good Word: An absolutely extraordinary quote from Vernon Jordan. Good To Know: Wanna know something funny about Sonic The Hedgehog…? Good News: The first 3D printed house to hit the market is available […]

In this episode, romance author, Charmyra E. Fleming kicks off the episode with "M.A.I. Quote of the Day" from Vernon Jordan, and reflects on the legacy of O.W. Gurley (Black Wall Street), and his influence on her as an authorprenuer. This week's "M.A.I. Sip of the Week" is a Cabernet Sauvignon by Worthy - Sophia Cuvee, Napa Valley - 2014, and discusses the use of "Word Play in Romance." Finally, she closes out the episode with a poem written in the summer of 2020. As always, the Creative Calfuray, "M.A.I." Branded Merchandise is available on the Creative Calfuray website and Etsy. Click Here to check it out! As a token of my appreciation, if you choose to purchase Creative Calfuray's "M.A.I." Branded Merchandise, you are eligible to receive 10% off by using the coupon code: MAITHANKYOU at checkout! Be sure to read my weekly blog "M.A.I. Pop Life" on my website, and check out my website and social media pages! To connect with me and engage, follow me on social media! www.CreativeCalfuray.com Instagram FaceBook Twitter Pinterest --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode of FBI Retired Case File Review, retired agent and legendary FBI criminal profiler John Douglas reviews his new book, The Killer’s Shadow and his prison conversation with Joseph Paul Franklin, a White Nationalist serial killer responsible for killing more than 20 people and wounding five, to include magazine publisher Larry Flynt and civil rights leader Vernon Jordan. Douglas also discusses the popularity of true crime, and the Netflix series Mindhunter, inspired by his best-selling book of the same name. John Douglas served in the FBI for 25 years. In addition to being the founding father of criminal profiling and modern criminal investigative analysis, he is a true authority on serial killers and violent predators. Douglas has aided law enforcement agencies around the country and overseas; he was also the inspiration for characters in Silence of the Lambs, Criminal Minds, and now Mindhunter. Join my Reader Team to get the FBI Reading Resource - Books about the FBI, written by FBI agents, the 20 clichés about the FBI Reality Checklist, and keep up to date on the FBI in books, TV, and movies via my monthly email. Join here: http://eepurl.com/dzCCmL   Jerri Williams, a retired FBI agent, author and podcaster, attempts to relive her glory days by writing and blogging about the FBI and hosting FBI Retired Case File Review, a true crime/history podcast. Visit her website to check out her books, available as audiobooks, ebooks and paperbacks wherever books are sold. https://jerriwilliams.com/books/

In this episode of Hoosier Daddy, Jenna and Adam discuss the intersection of CNN, Vernon Jordan, and our city of Fort Wayne, Indiana! If you would like to contact us check us out on Twitter @HoosierTweety or send us an email at hoosierdaddypod@gmail.com.

On today's episode, Andrew Keen talks with Peter Osnos, founder of PublicAffairs, about the recent news that Bertelsmann, the parent of Penguin Random House, will purchase Simon & Schuster and why this does not mean the Amazonization of the publishing industry. Between 1966-1984 Peter Osnos was a reporter and foreign correspondent for The Washington Post and served as the newspaper's foreign and national editor. From 1984-1996 he was Vice President, Associate Publisher and senior editor at Random House and publisher of Random House's Times Books division. In 1997, he founded PublicAffairs, an imprint of the Hachette Brook Group specializing in books of journalism, history, biography and social criticism. He served as Publisher and CEO until 2005. Among the authors he has published and or edited are; former President Jimmy Carter, Rosalyn Carter, Gen. Wesley Clark, Clark Clifford, former President Bill Clinton, Sam Donaldson, Dorothy Height, Molly Ivins, Vernon Jordan, Stanley Karnow, Wendy Kopp, Jim Lehrer, Scott McClellan, Robert McNamara, Charles Morris, Peggy Noonan, Barack Obama, Tip O’Neill, Nancy Reagan, Andy Rooney, Morley Safer, Natan Sharansky, George Soros, Donald Trump, Paul Volcker, Russian President Boris Yeltsin, and Muhammad Yunus, as well as journalists from America’s leading publications and prominent scholars. Osnos has also been a commentator and host for National Public Radio and a contributor to publications including Foreign Affairs, The Atlantic, and The New Republic.  He has also served as Chair of the Trade Division of the Association of American Publishers and on the board of the Human Rights Watch. He was executive director of The Caravan Project, funded by the MacArthur and Carnegie Foundations, which developed a plan for multi-platform publishing of books. He was Vice Chairman of the Columbia Journalism Review and Chairman of the Advisory Board of the Chicago News Cooperative and is active in a number of other journalism and human rights organizations. He writes a regular column called Peter Osnos' Platform on Medium.com. He is a member of The Council on Foreign Relations. He is a graduate of Brandeis and Columbia Universities. He lives in Greenwich, CT with his wife Susan, a consultant to human rights and philanthropic organizations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The legendary FBI criminal profiler and international bestselling author of Mindhunter and The Killer Across the Table returns with this timely, relevant book that goes to the heart of extremism and domestic terrorism, examining in-depth his chilling pursuit of, and eventual prison confrontation with Joseph Paul Franklin, a White Nationalist serial killer and one of the most disturbing psychopaths he has ever encountered.Worshippers stream out of an Midwestern synagogue after sabbath services, unaware that only a hundred yards away, an expert marksman and avowed racist, antisemite and member of the Ku Klux Klan, patiently awaits, his hunting rifle at the ready. The October 8, 1977 shooting was a forerunner to the tragedies and divisiveness that plague us today. John Douglas, the FBI’s pioneering, first full-time criminal profiler, hunted the shooter―a white supremacist named Joseph Paul Franklin, whose Nazi-inspired beliefs propelled a three-year reign of terror across the United States, targeting African Americans, Jews, and interracial couples. In addition, Franklin bombed the home of Jewish leader Morris Amitay, shot and paralyzed Hustler magazine publisher Larry Flynt, and seriously wounded civil rights leader Vernon Jordan. The fugitive supported his murderous spree robbing banks in five states, from Georgia to Ohio. Douglas and his writing partner Mark Olshaker return to this disturbing case that reached the highest levels of the Bureau, which was fearful Franklin would become a presidential assassin―and haunted him for years to come as the threat of copycat domestic terrorist killers increasingly became a reality. Detailing the dogged pursuit of Franklin that employed profiling, psychology and meticulous detective work, Douglas and Olshaker relate how the case was a make-or-break test for the still-experimental behavioral science unit and revealed a new type of, determined, mission-driven serial killer whose only motivation was hate.A riveting, cautionary tale rooted in history that continues to echo today, The Killer's Shadow is a terrifying and essential exploration of the criminal personality in the vile grip of extremism and what happens when rage-filled speech evolves into deadly action and hatred of the “other" is allowed full reign. THE KILLER'S SHADOW: The FBI's Hunt For A White Supremacist Serial Killer-John Douglas and Mark OlshakerMURDER #fabfitfunpartner

It's the love episode of The Music Hour. We talk and laugh about all things music. I'm joined by Vernon Jordan, Chrissylane and Stephen Hudson. Grab a snack and get ready for another great episode!!!! The visual will be able available of YouTube soon! #podcastlife #podcasting #podcasts #blackwomenpodcasts #logo #logodesigns #new #journey #overcome #peace #vinyl #meditation #healing #love #mentalhealth #healthylifestyle #kindness #kindnessmatters #blackpower #wellness #live #anchorpodcast #anchor #googlepodcasts #applepodcasts

Black Journal conducts a live 90-minute special framed around the crucial question of whether the physical and cultural survival of Black people in America is possible. The episode brings together foremost Black spokesmen representing a variety of perspectives and organizations, from black nationalists to Black moderates, who answer queries from the national Black community via a system of regional phone-in centers at PBS affiliates. Asking the question "Is It Too Late?", Black Journal surveys the attitudes of Black Americans towards politics, integration, segregation, self-determination, economics, education, movements, leaders, and leadership. The participants, who, in addition to answering queries, each make statements, are: Rev. Ralph Abernathy, Imamu Amiri Baraka (LeRoi Jones), Dr. James Cheek, Rev. Albert Cleage, Rep. Ronald Dellums (D-California), The Honorable Elijah Muhammad, Dick Gregory, Dorothy Height, Vernon Jordan, and Dr. John Morsell.

Bored Lefty Morons harassed Rand Paul, Vernon Jordan and frankly anyone who attended the President's RNC speech last night. Democrats are beginning to realize this is counterproductive, but it's too late.

Today I spoke with Liz Harrington, the spokesperson for the Republican National Convention, about the incredible speeches given at the convention and how the powerful, hopeful story of real Americans who have benefited from the promise of America contrasts with the dark, tear-down-everything agenda of the Democrats. We talked about the inspiring speeches by Sen. Tim Scott, Hershel Walker, Vernon Jordan, Maximo Alvarez and Natalie Harp. Liz gives us a preview of tonight’s convention and leaves us with her message of hope. MENTIONED: Senator Tim Scott (R-SC) full remarks at the 2020 Republican National Convention https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v6NWDEE2Uj8 Democratic Georgia State Rep. Vernon Jones Full Remarks at 2020 Republican National Convention https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_MN6x7RpJ1A Herschel Walker's 2020 Republican National Convention Speech | FULL https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8-oaBwiKfG4 President Donald Trump addresses 2020 Republican National Convention delegates in Charlotte, NC https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eunqLLUWgMw Maximo Alvarez's 2020 Republican National Convention Speech | FULL https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Dwe3fOZrvs WATCH: Mark and Patricia McCloskey defend right to firearms | 2020 RNC Night 1 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QIL4dft8VNw Andrew Pollack's speech at the 2020 RNC https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RMBNfEZCBl8 Republican National Convention: Intro Video Night 1 - Land of Promise - 8-24-20 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w5muTCC_aOE ----- You can also watch this episode on Gayle's YouTube Channel: youtube.com/gayletrotterrightindc Follow Gayle Trotter-- WEBSITE: gayletrotter.com TWITTER: twitter.com/gayletrotter PARLER: @gayletrotter FACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/gayle.s.trotter INSTAGRAM: www.instagram.com/gayle_trotter/ Support: www.patreon.com/gayletrotter Voice-Over Artist: Rick Regan voice123.com/rickregan/

7.31.20 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: St. Louis County's prosecutor says that he will not charge the former police officer who killed Michael Brown; Religious leaders press Biden to pick a Black woman for VP; What happened to Jared Kushner's secret plan for Coronavirus testing? Black democratic Senator Vernon Jordan explains why he backs Trump for president; Republican lawmaker has resigned as pastor of a church after celebrating a former KKK leader; St. Louis Circuit Attorney Kim Gardner is under attack; Singer Jody Watley joins us to talk about her latest project. Support #RolandMartinUnfiltered via the Cash App ☛ https://cash.app/$rmunfiltered or via PayPal ☛https://www.paypal.me/rmartinunfiltered #RolandMartinUnfiltered Partner: Ceek Be the first to own the world's first 4D, 360 Audio Headphones and mobile VR Headset. Check it out on www.ceek.com and use the promo code RMVIP2020 - The Roland S. Martin YouTube channel is a news reporting site covered under Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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He's been called the Vernon Jordan of our generation. David Sutphen's network extends from Capitol Hill to Hollywood, from the Obama Administration to Silicon Valley, and from corporate board rooms to the civil rights establishment. On this week's Protégé Podcast, uber-networked technology executive David Sutphen discusses his nonlinear career path and the influential relationships he built along the way. His secrets: boundless generosity and the creative genius to see connections between people and opportunities that most people miss. On the Rant/Rave/Review segment, I discuss the Protégé Pipeline, exciting executive opportunities at our client partners. 

Vernon Jordan, the civil rights leader and lawyer, talks with Bill Lamar about the ways that the African Methodist Episcopal church formed him and influenced his working life -- and why he didn't become a preacher. -- About the podcast: Rev. Laura Everett and Rev. Bill Lamar ask fresh questions about leadership and the future of the church and breathe life into Christian leaders struggling in the valley of dry bones. --- Can These Bones is an offering of Faith & Leadership/Leadership Education at Duke Divinity. Follow Can These Bones: https://www.faithandleadership.com/can-these-bones Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/leadershipeducation/ Twitter: @faithleadership #canthesebones Laura: @RevEverett- Bill: @WilliamHLamarIV

David Wilmot on an unexpected meeting at the home of his future inlaws that influenced his decision to go to law school~ "When I went downstairs, I was blown away. Playing poker were the following: Thurgood Marshall, Wiley Branton, a young Vernon Jordan, Floyd McKissick. . . We only read about these folks in Jet Magazine or in Ebony. . .That influenced, inched me towards me thinking about law school." David Wilmot, Attorney | Businessman | Lobbyist | Activist and Andy Ockershausen, in studio interview Andy Ockershausen:This is Andy Ockershausen, and this is Our Town. I have a great opportunity for me and my knowledge, which then it makes our audience more knowledge, but to find out about a name that's been around Washington for years that's very famous but unknown, that's David Wilmot. David is an attorney, not a lawyer, an attorney. He's from a law firm Harmon & Wilmot. He's an expert in local government, corporate and commercial real estate development, promotion of minority and small business. David, you're involved in everything. Did I not know until today and hearing your name and knowing you for all these years, you were born in St. Martin? David Wilmot: Yes, that is correct. Andy Ockershausen: Janice and I, I took her to St. Martin's two years ago. They had the terrible hurricane go through there. The Early Years - Panama, Jamaica, and St. Martin David Wilmot: That is absolutely correct. Growing up there, we had probably 10 or 12 hurricanes. Our homes are so well-built that they've always stood hurricanes. You go back to my grandparents and great-grandparents, those houses- Andy Ockershausen: You're in the French part or the- David Wilmot: We live on both sides. Andy Ockershausen: Both sides. David Wilmot: When I was growing up, there were only 5,000 people on the entire island. It was primarily farming. Some time in the late '60s, we started moving towards tourism. It's one of the premier tourist destinations. Andy Ockershausen: I was on board of a National Associations of Broadcasting. We had our annual meeting in La Samanna. It just opened. In fact, they were still whitewashing part of it when we were there. That must've been in 1974 or something like that. David Wilmot: It would've been around that time. That's absolutely correct, because when I was growing up, the only hotel we had was the Little Bay Hotel. We only had one hotel on the island. We had two guest houses, The Passing Gram was one of them, and Delito was the other. Andy Ockershausen: In our island in the sun. It was a magnificent vacation. I'll never forget the airport, David. I'm sure it's still that way. I didn't think they'd get that airplane off the ground. It took off right over a mountain. David Wilmot: It does. Andy Ockershausen: Is it still there today? David Wilmot: It's still there today, and they haven't expanded the airport any longer. The new jets are capable of- Andy Ockershausen: They can do it. Get off the ground easy enough. David Wilmot: Get off the ground quite easily. Andy Ockershausen: David, you're born and raised in the islands and you went to school. How in the world? David Wilmot: Let me correct one thing. I wasn't actually born in St. Martin. I need to share that with you. My parents and grandparents went to a place called Panama to work on the Panama Canal. Andy Ockershausen: Is that right? David Wilmot: My father and his father and grandfather came from Jamaica to Panama. My mother and her family came from St. Martin to Panama. I was actually born in Panama in Gorgas Hospital on the canal zone. Andy Ockershausen: That's the famous name, Gorgas, right? David Wilmot: Exactly. Then raised between Panama until I was 12. My father died and then we went back to Jamaica for a brief period, and then to my mother's home in St. Martin. Then I came to the United States at age 17. Andy Ockershausen: Wow. Moving to New York City as a Young Adult | The Black Dutchman

He was Obama before Obama, Maynard Holbrook Jackson became the first black Mayor of Atlanta, Georgia in 1973 and this film is an exploration into a man who had dreams and ambitions to be a public servant for his people seeing that it was the next logical step in the journey that had been started by Dr. King, and so many others who had blazed the trail during the years of horrific segregation. Maynard interviews include President Bill Clinton, Al Sharpton, Vernon Jordan, Ambassador Andrew Young, Rev. Joseph Lowery, Jesse Jackson, former Atlanta Mayor’s Sam Massel and Shirley Franklin, and current Mayor Kasim Reed to name a few. Today my guest is the director of Maynard, an Academy Award nominee, Emmy winner and 4 time Peabody Award, Sam Pollard. On this episode, we discuss his film, how the current administration has empowered the radical right, and the likelihood of Mr. Pollard directing a rom-com.

(Bloomberg)--A Closer Look With Arthur Levitt. Arthur Levitt, former chairman of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, interviews Vernon Jordan, senior managing director of Lazard Frères & Co. LLP, on "A Closer Look With Arthur Levitt." To contact the producer and editor: Michael Lysak +1-212-617-5560 or acloserlook@bloomberg.net

Joseph Paul Franklin was an extreme racist and serial killer who gained notoriety for numerous murders in the late 1970s and early 1980s. Franklin also attempted to murder famed civil rights leader Vernon Jordan and Hustler Publisher Larry Flynt. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Bill and Hillary never really met in Arkansas, Bill and Vernon Jordan weren't really childhood friends, Hillary probably never burned a bra, and no one has ever said the words "freaky-deaky" this many times in less than 30 minutes.   Featuring the songs: "Who Was That Freaky-Deaky Thing," "He He He," and "We're Freaky-Deaky and We're Falling in Love."

Hello History Friends and welcome back to rememberinghistory.com where we are remembering history and we’re making history. I’m glad that you have returned for this fantastic, trailblazing and incredibly amazing series called “6 Fun and Easy Ways to be inspired by history”! And I believe this series really is all those things. Why? Because anything that can help to inspire us in so many different ways (and to such great heights) must be fantastic, trailblazing and incredibly amazing-or at least just incredibly amazing!    What have we learned so far?  In Part I, we discovered that you can be inspired by books about history.  I’m not talking about the 800 or 1,000-page history textbooks from high school and college though some people could be inspired by them. But I am talking about history as great literature.  I mentioned the “non-fiction novel” that was first used by Truman Capote when he wrote In Cold Blood.  Then I also mentioned the Pulitzer prize-winning book, The Devil in the Grove, written by Gilbert King that brought the setting and players of the early civil rights movement to life. Definitely get that book!   I discussed and read excerpts from slave narratives and from Frederick Douglass’s autobiography, which presented history directly from the people involved.  In short, we discovered that books about history can be amazingly inspirational when they are works of real literature that tell stories rather than feed us names, dates and death counts.  As David McCullough said, “No harm is done to history by making it something that someone would want to read.”  I have many inspirational books about history in the bookstore at rememberinghistory.com.  So, I hope that you’ll look there and find something for you. Remember that I have personally read and vetted these sources so you can trust them.  Or you can hold me accountable if you don’t like them.   Today (in Part II), we will examine another way to be inspired by history.    Watch Great Movies    I understand that there are lots of people who just prefer not to read.  Or they have to read all day so they don’t want to spend their evenings and weekends reading too. I get that! And I don’t make any judgments.   There are fantastic movies that bring history to life and are amazingly inspirational too. Just like books, movies walk the line between fiction and nonfiction.  Here are some examples: Amistad (about the transatlantic slave trade and a group of captured Africans who demand to be returned home). Twelve Years a Slave (about the experience of Solomon Northrup who was a free black man, captured and sold into slavery for 12 years), Glory (about a black army troop during the Civil War), Schlinder’s List (about the Jewish holocaust and the rescue of Jews during WWII), Saving Private Ryan (follows a marine troop during World War II), Lincoln (about the passage of the 13th Amendment), Selma (about the civil rights movement, including the marches and protests to demand voting rights) and many other movies immersed audiences in great historical events or the lives and experiences of people from the past.  (By the way, I just want to mention that most of these movies are based on books, nonfiction novels—they are great reads!) These movies could be called big screen equivalents of Capote’s nonfiction novel.  Still, these types of movies are firmly based in fact but they present as stories. In movies, this means that there is some creative license to “fill in details” or make slight changes to the truth, the true story, in order to make the story flow well and connect on the screen.    Other movies are purely works of fiction but are so well researched and presented that they also cross the line into inspirational works of true history. Remember The Color Purple showed life in the 1920s American south for Celie who endured racism, sexism and abuse before she discovered her own power and self-worth. Beloved by Toni Morrison which shows the horrors of slavery and the aftermath—emotional, physical and psychological effects—of that terrible practice. Other movies brought painful stories to life but also inspired us to overcome our own challenges and hardships.  Personally, I will never forget the film, Men of Honor, with Cuba Gooding, Jr. Who could fail to be inspired by that movie?  I could go on and on (you know that I can) about the different movies and how they can be so inspirational but I promised to keep it wiki (remember that’s Hawaiian for quick) so I won’t mention any more of them but I will encourage to follow the link (if you’re reading the blog) or go to the Remembering History Podcast page on Facebook for a great list and discussion of these movies.  And remember that you can purchase them in the Books & Stuff store on the website.   On a slightly different note, leaving the nonfiction novel-type of movie, I want to mention documentaries. No sighs or rolling eyes please!  Documentaries usually delve deeply into a particular person’s life, an historical event or a situation. They are similar to history textbooks except (obviously) they are visual and they tend to give a more full, more realistic and more lively picture.  They will not use creative license to fill in facts. They present the facts so it is a different genre than a movie like Saving Private Ryan, for example. But documentaries are usually wonderfully well written, well researched and well presented.  They are worth your time and attention because they will—they do—inspire.   Let me give some examples about documentaries made about former Supreme Court Justice Thurgood Marshall. (Yes, he is one of my heroes!)  There was the documentary called With All Deliberate Speed (2004) which actually contains interviews with some of the people involved in the landmark Brown v. Board of Education case. Vernon Jordan, Julian Bond are interviewed. And Thurgood Marshall’s son gives an inspiring and emotional interview about the case and his father.  Another documentary called And Justice for All (2005) discusses the Brown case and gives the background about segregation and the fight to desegregate the public school system. Not boring listening with facts and numbers flashing on the screen. Instead there is real footage, interviews, discussions and explanations about the civil rights movement. People are telling their stories. And we hear Thurgood Marshall’s story.  Literature on the small screen! And inspiration can be felt throughout the film. Biography and History Channel have many excellent documentaries and you can find them on the rememberinghistory.com website in the bookstore.   So, movies based on history can be incredibly, amazingly inspirational. Documentaries can be equally inspirational. Don’t be put off by documentaries—they are more than visual textbooks, they are collections of living history. Both movies and documentaries are also educational and informative.  And entertaining too. Remember as David McCullough said that “No harm is done to history by making it something that someone would want to read”, I will take it a step further to say that no harm is done to history by making something that someone would want to watch!   So, Part II of this 6-part series on “Fun and Easy Ways to be inspired by history” is to Watch movies and documentaries. Watch. Learn. Be inspired.   That is all for today, history friends! I hope that you have enjoyed this part of the series and have found a useful way to connect with history. But we’re not done yet. We still have part three and, no, I won’t give any sneak peeks into the third way to be inspired by history. You will just have to listen to the podcast or read the bodacious blog tomorrow.   I look forward to seeing you tomorrow at rememberinghistory.com where we are remembering history and we’re making history. Bye for now.     

Interview with Vernon Jordan, Civil Rights Leader