Breakfast With Barry Lee

Brent L. Kendrick was a researcher with the Library of Congress for 25 years, a college professor for 23 years and reinvented himself as an author and blogger, and encourages Barry's listeners to 'reinvent' themselves as they embark on a new year. His literary work includes an anthology of stories and letters by Mary B. Wilkins Freeman, who in the 1880's was a 'household' name along with Mark Twai...

With the announcement of the season's first major snow storm, Barry shares his frantic 'hunting trip' to find milk and the joy of shoveling snow...sort of. Also on this episode, Angela Crawford discusses the need for Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) in Shenandoah and Page Counties to advocate for children who have experienced abuse or neglect. On the final segment, Lavenda Denney with the...

To start off the 'new year', Barry sits down with two good buddies, Rich Weller and Jay Foreman, to chat about their "Slice Of Life" podcast.  In addition to fun memories from the 70's and 80's, Rich and Jay bring a positivity and a feeling of 'belonging' to their shows.

It's the Breakfast With Barry Lee Podcast Party celebrating Christmas and Hanukkah this week! Barry starts off the show with two sentimental stories about Christmas traditions.  One involves a Christmas morning hike in memory of Kirby Lloyd and the other involves a Christmas night visit to the regional jail from an amazing mule named Grace. Next, Brad Veach with the Shenandoah Apple Blossom Festiv...

To my podcast family:   There's a Christmas memory that has revisited me for nearly 35 years.  I have always felt an urge to share the story, but couldn't, because it's so personal.  I consulted with my wife Mary, and she gave her blessing.      Barry Lee   

Two opportunities this week to boost your Christmas Cheer!  On the first half, Lois Hoffman and David Worthington of the Clarke County Community Band invite all ages to Armstrong Concert Hall at Shenandoah University on Sunday, December 15th at 7:30 p.m. for a fun and inspiring Christmas Concert!  The performance is free but donation boxes will be in the lobby for those that want to donate to the...

On the first segment of this week's show, Barry sits down with Karen Eriksson-Lee, the founder of 'Living By His Grace Ministries', a nonprofit designed for women.  Karen shares her story of turning a personal trauma into providing hope, encouragement and healing to women and their families.  ( www.dancingbyhisgrace.org)   On the second half, Charles Dickens' "A Christmas Carol" presented in song...

This episode features the 'sounds and sights' of the season!  On the first segment, Jeff Alban, Artistic Director of the Blue Ridge Singers shares the good news about their Christmas Concerts, "Golden Light".  ( www.blueridgesingers.org ) On the second half, Andrew Keefauver and Onna Keller with the Frederick County Parks and Recreation Department invite the community to 'Walking In A Winter Wonde...

The leaves may be falling, but on this episode, it's 'Apple Blossom' time!  Barry's guests are Marcy Obenchain Keller and Tommy Keller who have spearheaded a project to create an official vanity license plate that commemorates the Shenandoah Apple Blossom Festival!  (details at www.thebloom.com ). Also, Barry announces that the Chain of Checks campaign to provide shelter is underway with a variety...

On this episode, an inspiring story of overcoming the darkness of drug addiction with the guiding light of Winchester 'angels' and God.  Randy Dunbar shares his emotional journey with Barry Lee.

On this episode, best selling, historical true-crime author Sharon Virts joins Barry to talk about her historical thriller, "The Grays Of Truth".  The novel was inspired by true events involving one of Baltimore's most powerful families. Also on this week's show:  'Where did all the trick-or-treaters go?' and the 2024 Chain of Checks is underway! 

Retired clinical and forensic psychologist Bernie Lewis joins Barry this week to share his new venture in retirement as an author and photographer.  Bernie tells the story of his book:  "Kinnakeet Stories ... Short Stories Inspired by the Outer Banks".  Being that it's Halloween week, some fun tidbits about the 31st are included in the show. 

On the first half of this episode, Barry chats with Jim Coots of the Kiwanis Club of Winchester and Kelly Bober with the Child Safe Center.  Jim is the chairman of the Community Pancake Day on 10/26 and the primary beneficiary of the funds raised is the Child Safe Center, promoting a collaborative response to child abuse. On the second segment, Barry sits down with 'Joseph The Walking Mall Poet' w...

It's a family adventure on this week's episode as Aaron Blight and Michael Gonzalez of the Family Search Center (The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints at 399 Apple Pie Ridge Road in Winchester) invite listeners to the 'Family History Celebration' on Saturday, October 26th from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Come celebrate your heritage, learn about different technologies that will help you with your...

Joining Barry on the first segment is Rick Ours with the Winchester Area Temporary Transitional Shelter to discuss their 'Evening of Caring and Sharing' on 10/19 at the Elks Lodge 867. On the second half, Michael Faison (Winchester NAACP), Pat Kadel (American Association of University Women, Winchester Chapter), and Lynn Altizer (American Red Cross Winchester Chapter) share the details of the 'Bar...

On this episode, Amanda Whitson and Bill Whitson (Billy Sous Food Truck and Catering) stop by to share information about 'Food For The Fight', a fundraiser to fight breast cancer on 10/5 at the Valley Health Wellness and Fitness Center.  In addition to 'talks with a doc', there will be food trucks and a Bra Decorating Contest. On the second half, Kristen Laise of Belle Grove Plantation maps out an...

On the first portion of this week's show Barry talks with Kyle Hayes about the 'Valleyhaven Furniture Bank', a nonprofit in Winchester that works with other local agencies to provide quality furnishings to those transitioning from adversity to stability.  The organization's launch gala is October 5 at Horton's Nursery on Rt. 522. The second interview features David Gum with White House Foods and a...

On the first part of this episode, Barry is joined by Andrea Cosans (Executive Director-CCAP), Bishop B.J. Custer (Winchester Church of Latter Day Saints) and Shannon Atkinson-Ganoe (Assistant Communication Director (Winchester Church of Latter Day Saints) who share information about the September 26th 'Community Connect and Serve Volunteer Fair'.  This is an opportunity for area non-profits to ne...

Joining Barry this week is Samantha Barber, Founder and President of "Reaching Out Now", a nonprofit that supports the valley's youth and empowers them to become individuals who contribute to their communities and achieve future aspirations.  Samantha shares information about the upcoming 'Junior/Senior Planning Night' and the 'YES' (Youth Empowered for Success) Conference. 

This week Barry hosts a 'double feature': Ashley Ferguson with Frederick County Parks and Rec invites humans and canines to the Charity Dog Walk and Pool Pawty at Sherando Park on September 14th. Tina Stevens-Culbreath and Rodney Culbreath, founders of the "I'm Just Me Movement" share the good news of two grants the organization received to impact community wellness. On the 'Brain-Buster Quiz', 1/...

Two special interviews on this episode: 1) The Adult Care Center of the Northern Shenandoah Valley is in a desperate search for a new physical home.  Katie Devolites, Executive Director, shares the story of how they have provided a day program for adults for 30 years, and what they need to continue providing services. 2) Matt Emswiler and Josh Price relive a favorite childhood memory of the 'Hit L...

On this episode, Barry reconnects with a young listener that he met when she was 10 years old and waiting for a heart donor.  This month Taylor White is celebrating her 15th anniversary with her 'new' heart! Also on this episode, Ron Sheckels talks about the 'Victory Upward Sports' program for kids K4 to 8th grade at the Victory Church campus on Middle Road, Winchester.

On this episode, Barry sits down with 'Mr. Happy', Leonard Kraemer who recently celebrated his 100th birthday.  Leonard shares sweet stories of his 72 year marriage and raising 8 children, as well as his service to the U.S. Navy in World War II, and, trying out for the New York Yankees and becoming friends with Joe DiMaggio.

This week Barry mentions the 'unmentionables' ... a salute to our underwear and some fun facts about our undies. Barry also shares some observations about the Olympic games that continue this week. 

Barry is honored to have Jack Einstein join him on this week's show.  Jack recently turned 100 and looks back on his life as a World War II veteran and shares memories of the Great Depression, how he met his wife, and how he is related to Albert Einstein.  Jack's humor and spirit make for an enjoyable chat.