Now You're Talking With Marshall Ramsey

Today we’re sitting down with the New York Times - Best Selling author and Jackson-native, Angie Thomas to talk about her career and her new #1 novel Concrete Rose.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Today we’re sitting down with Derick Wright, founder and CEO of Jackson-based nonprofit Wright's Foundation for Better Communities, and artist Presley Lane of Presley Lane Studios. Listen as they share their stories and how they give back to their community.For more information about Wright's Foundation for Better Communities visit (20+) WFBC | FacebookFor more information about Presley Lane Arts visit (20+) Presley Lane Arts | Facebook See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Today Marshall Ramsey sits down with Dr. Robert Luckett, Associate Professor of the Department of History at Jackson State University and the Director of the Margaret Walker Center. Listen as they discuss everything from the affects of the Pandemic, Margaret Walker, her legacy and what's next for The Margaret Walker Center and more.. For more details about the Margaret Walker Center visit www.jsums.edu/margaretwalkercenter/ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In years to come we’ll think of 2020 as “the year of the pandemic,” the year that shifted our comfort zones in more ways than we could ever imagine and the year we were ALL a part of what will one day be told in history. So today, we’re reflecting on what we learned from 2020 and what what's next in 2021 with guests, restaurateurs, Robert St. John and Jeff Good and award-winning investigative reporter and journalist, Jerry Mitchell.  For more information about the information on this episode visit:Mangia Bene Restaurant Management Group Inc. - Home - Jackson, Mississippi - Menu, Prices, Restaurant Reviews | FacebookRobert St. JohnMississippi Center for Investigative Reporting (mississippicir.org) See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

There are 35.6 million people living with dementia worldwide and those numbers are expected to double by 2030 and triple by 2050. November is National Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month so today we’re sitting down with Melissa Robinson, Major Gifts Officer for The MIND Center, to discuss the great work they’re doing to help find a cure for this devastating disease. For more information about The MIND Center visit https://www.umc.edu/mindcenter/MIND-CENTER-Home-page.html See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

During this worldwide pandemic people from all walks of life have been impacted, but for the live music industry and creative community the pandemic is proving to be the most devastating challenge they ever had to face. Joining us today to discuss these issues and his new single "Float" is singer/songwriter and harmonica player, Scott Albert Johnson.For more information about Scott Albert Johnson visit https://scottalbertjohnson.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Our guest today grows things, he grows plants, he grows people and he grows ideas. Jeff McManus, Chief Cultivation Officer of the Jeff McManus Group, author and Director of Landscape Services at the University of Mississippi is back with us today to talk about how he’s navigated throughout this Pandemic and his new book, “Tailgate Huddles”.  For more information on how you can "invest in your team" visit Jeff McManus – Grow Great Teams See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

It's the season for giving and what better gift to give than the "Gift of Life" On this episode we talk with Merle Eldridge, Director of Donor Recruitment with MS Blood Services about the importance of giving blood throughout this holiday season and other ways that you can make a difference. For more information on how you can donate visit: MS Blood | Mississippi Blood Services See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

It’s the beginning of November and the beginning of the holiday season. With a worldwide Pandemic, an unusually active hurricane season and so many other disparities, this year could definitely use some cheer. So today our guest is Michelle Hartfield, Director of Public Relations with the Salvation Army. She'll share ways in which you can spread some holiday cheer and make a difference in your communities. For more information on how you can help or if you need assistance please visit:https://salvationarmyalm.org/jackson/ https://salvationarmyalm.org/ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

When you think of the city of Jackson, the “hub of technology” is not the first thing that comes to mind, but successful Amazon Engineer and Jackson, MS native Dr. Nashlie Sephus, has plans to change that. Her $25 million dollar Tech-Hub development project is generating a lot of buzz and she’s here with us today to talk about the project and what it will mean for the city of Jackson and the State of Mississippi.  For more information about Dr. Nashlie Sephus visit: IG @phenomenashlie For more information about " The Bean Path" visit: https://thebeanpath.org/ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On this episode Marshall sits down with award - winning news anchor, and journalist, Maggie Wade Dixon.  Listen as she shares with us her journey in media and talks about important lessons she’s learned along the way.   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Marshall Ramsey talks with Grammy award winning Blues Legend, Bobby Rush, about his experience with Covid-19, his new album, "Rawer Than Raw" and more.... See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Robert St. John is a restaurateur, chef, columnist, and author and has spent almost four decades in the restaurant business. Listen as Marshall talks with him about the pandemic, how it has affected his businesses and how he's adjusting to it all.   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Charles Evers, older brother of slain civil rights leader Medgar Evers, was described as an opinionated, outspoken man who wasn't afraid to shake up the status quo.  On Wednesday July 22nd 2020, Charles Evers passed away at 97 yrs old. Today we’re taking a look at his life and his role in helping change politics in the South with guests, Civil Rights Pioneer, Dr. Flonzie Brown Wright, and Dr. Corey Wiggins, Executive Director of the Mississippi State Conference NAACP. For more information about the MS Chapter of the NAACP visit http://naacpms.org/ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

As districts begin releasing back-to-school plans and students begin to prepare to return to the classroom many teachers, parents and educators throughout MS have concerns. Here today to share his school’s reopening plans is Pearl High School Principal, Chris Chism plus educator's Kristopher McDill and Alice Brezeale talk about their plans on how they are preparing to return to the classroom.  For more information about Viritual Mississippi LLC, visit: www.virtualmisssissippi.org See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Today on "Now You're Talking" Marshall speaks with Senator Hillman Frazier and Pamela Joiner, Director of the Two MS Museums about their thoughts and reflections on the change of the MS State Flag, the retirement ceremony and the future of Mississippi.For more information about the Two MS Museums visit https://www.mdah.ms.gov/2MM/ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The Mississippi Department of Veterans Affairs has a long history of supporting our state’s veterans and their dependents through superior service, care and assistance. Today we’re talking with Executive Director Stacey Pickering about their upcoming outreach initiatives, programs and services that the agency provides for Mississippi Veterans. https://www.msva.ms.gov/ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Listen as Marshall Ramsey sits down and talks with successful Entrepreneur, Songwriter and Author, Tommy Rice about his business his music and his new book, Miss Her More Today Than Yesterday. For more information about Tommy Rice and his new book and music visit https://www.tommyricemusic.com/ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Now You're Talking is a show about the most interesting people and stories of Mississippi. On this episode, Marshall talks with Educational Consultant, Professional Speaker and Author, Dr. Tommie Mabry about his institute, mission and future plans. Plus, listen as we surprise Tommie with personal testimonials from people he has influenced throughout his career.For more information about the Tommie Mabry Company visit: https://www.tommiemabry.com/ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

For 59 years our guest today has championed civil rights and community development and racial reconciliation by establishing nonprofits, writing several books and speaking all over the world! Dr. John Perkins is with us today to share his thoughts on the state of America and discuss his latest best-selling book, “One Blood: Parting Words to the Church on Race.  For more information about the John & Vera Mae Perkins Foundation visit: http://www.jvmpf.org/ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.