Now You're Talking With Marshall Ramsey

In 1969, the Mississippi Legislature established the Mississippi Authority for Educational Television (MAET) with the mission of providing "educational and instructional professional growth and public service programs for the students and citizens of Mississippi." Since hitting the airwaves in 1970 as Mississippi Educational Television, Mississippi Public Broadcasting has been a transformative media outlet. Former legislators Walter Brown and Jim Robertson, Jr. join Marshall to talk us about their role in the birth of MPB and why carrying a legislative bill in your pocket is a great strategy to help it get passed. Also we hear from MPB’s Executive Director, Ronnie Agnew to add a present day perspective to the work of these great legislators.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

‘Tis the Season to be thankful. Lost between Halloween and Christmas comes the holiday of Thanksgiving. But many are struggling to have enough to be thankful now. Stewpot Executive Director, The Reverend Jill Barnes Buckley joins the show to tell how Stewpot is stepping up to help those in need. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On Thursday, November 4th, MPB Television debuts the documentary, "Walter Anderson – The Extraordinary Life and Art of the Islander". Also, there is a companion full-color, 276 page book coming out as well. On this episode we welcome to the show the films producer, Robert St. John and the director, Anthony Thaxton to take us through the process of telling the life of such an incredible artist. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Listen as Marshall Ramsey speaks with K-12 Educational Consultant, Professional Speaker and Author, Dr. Tommie Mabry, about his new protect, "The Educator's Album"For more information about Dr. Tommie Mabry and The Tommie Mabry Company, visit: Home | Tommie Mabry See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

World Hospice and Palliative Care Day takes place on Saturday October 9th with the goal of improving the quality of life for people affected by serious health problems. Those that have life-limiting illnesses have the right to be cared for in the way that best suits their needs, and this holiday emphasizes that. So today we’ll talk with Marla Singleton, hospice social worker with Compassus, about the myths, mission and goals of hospice care. For more information about hospice care and Compassus visit Hospice, Palliative Care, Home Health and Home Infusion | Compassus See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

There is no doubt that there is a stress pandemic as well as a COVID one. The COVID-19 pandemic and the resulting economic recession have negatively affected many people’s mental health and created new barriers for people already suffering from mental illness and substance use disorders. Listen as Marshall talks with Tara Blumenthal, owner, lead trainer and boss lady at Tara Yoga about ways you can de-stress and live a healthier life.  For more information about Tara Yoga visit: tara-yoga.net See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The 1955 lynching in Mississippi of Emmett Till shocked the nation and galvanized a generation of civil rights activists who put their lives on the line to battle segregation. Robert H. Mayer shares their stories in his latest book, “In The Name of Emmett Till: How the Children of the Mississippi Freedom Struggle Showed Us Tomorrow”. Listen as award winning author, Robert H. Mayer, talks with Marshall from Bethlehem Pennsylvania. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The delta variant forced the 2021 Mississippi Book Festival to go virtual this year. On this episode, we are giving you a taste of what to expect as we interview three of the authors who are set to appear: Susan Cushman (John and Mary Margaret), William Morris (This Magic Moment) and Larry Wells (In Faulkner’s Shadow). See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Just as COVID-19 restrictions began easing and families were taking a deep sigh of relief, the delta variant abruptly entered the scene. With it, it brings new mandates, new anxieties, and new questions. Students may experience stress as they return to the classroom and some may even worry about themselves or a loved one becoming ill. Listen as Dr. John Damon, CEO of Canopy Children’s Solutions, talks with Marshall about ways in which you can help your children navigate through it all.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Listen as host Marshall Ramsey talks with educator & author, Dr. LaShawna Fant, about her new children's book, “The Strange Animal Farm.” For more information about Dr. Fant and her children's book “The Strange Animal Farm,” visit LaShawna Fant | Books (lfantbooks.com) See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

It’s August in Mississippi and it’s time for a party; a literary party that is, it’s time for the 7th Annual MS Book Festival. Listen as our guest, Literary Director, Ellen Rodgers- Daniels, gives us a behind the scenes look into this year’s festival. For more information about the MS Book Festival, visit Mississippi Book Festival :: August 21, 2021 (msbookfestival.com) See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On this episode we spoke with Lesley Silver, owner of The Attic Gallery, Mississippi’s oldest independent art gallery. Listen as she talks about her love for art, why she believes the business has been around so long and how she plans to celebrate the 50th year anniversary. For more information about The Attic Gallery visit Attic Gallery (atticgalleryvicksburg.com) See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Two time Grammy winning blues legend, Bobby Rush is a celebrated blues musician, singer, songwriter, guitarist, and harmonica player who is known for his spectacular live performances. Listen as Marshall sits down with the living blues legend and colorful storyteller to discuss his new autobiography “I Aint Studdin Ya : My American Blues Story”.   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This past year, many families faced major changes in their day-to-day lives because of coronavirus disease (COVID-19). With all the unknowns that came with a new virus, many people felt anxious about the "what ifs" and the future. But this stress does not just affect adults, children and teens are also at risk for anxiety. So today we talked co-authors, Dr. Robika Mylroie, Dr. Rachael Whitaker and Dr. Anna Shelby about their new children’s book , “Are you Masking? Feelings about Covid-19”  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In 1994 a group of community volunteers saw the urgent need to improve the health, literacy, and well-being of Mississippi’s children, and so began the MS Children’s Museum project. That was 27 years ago, and the mission is still going strong and better than ever. Listen as MS Children’s Museum's President/CEO Susan Garrard and Executive Director of the Meridian location, Elizabeth Wilson talk with Marshall about their programs, exhibits and more. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

April is National Autism Awareness Month so today we’re taking to closer look at Autism and the Autism Center of North MS with Executive Director, Melinda Tidwell and Clinical Director, Shelia Williamson. To find out more information about Autism and the Autism Center of North MS visit Home | Autism Center of North Mississippi (autismcenternms.com) See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On today's episode of Now You're Talking, we sit sown with Melissa Wade, Director of External Relations with The Mississippi Department of Veterans Affairs and Retired Colonel Becky Jenner with the MS Army National Guard to discuss the role of women in the military and the 2021 Military Woman’s Summit. For more information about the 2021 Military Woman’s Summit and The Mississippi Department of Veterans Affairs, contact Caroline Kennard at 601-576-4841 or visit Mississippi VA (ms.gov) See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

March is National Women’s History Month so today we’re continuing our look at phenomenal Mississippi women. CEO and founder of Shower Power MS, Teresa Renkenberger and Operations Manager, Mary Ann Kirby.  Listen as they share the story of how their mission grew to create a shower of blessings for Jackson’s homeless population. For more information about Shower Power MS and how you can help, visit: https://showerpower.ms See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

March is National Woman’s History Month so all month long we’ll feature phenomenal Mississippi woman who are making a difference. This week, we’re sitting down and talking with multi-talented singer/songwriter, author and Mississippi native Jenny Simmons about her new children’s book, I Can Say No.  Listen as she shares her story and gives tips on how you can harness the power of saying No! For more information about Jenny Simmons and how to receive a copy of her book, I Can Say No, visit: I Can Say No - NCYI - National Center for Youth Issues See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On today's episode, Marshall talks with Will Crossley, President of Piney Woods Country Life School. Listen as he talks about his personal journey and the past, present and future of the historic institution whose sole purpose is to educate the heads, hands, and hearts of students.  For more information about how you can help Piney Woods School students and to make a gift online visit:  https://pineywoods.networkforgood.com.For more information on how to apply, visit: www.pineywoods.org See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.