Now You're Talking with Marshall Ramsey

Our guest today is no stranger to MPB. Cherita Brent or shall we say Comedian Rita B is here today to talk with us about her life after Mississippi Public Broadcasting as a stand-up comedian, host and actor. we'll find out what she's been up to and find out what's next for her in 2018. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today we will speak with two extraordinarily talented people. One, is a native of Jackson, MS and author of the children’s book Meet McKenzie Mason, Chauncey Citchens and the other is an American comic artist, illustrator, animator, and cartoonist, Mason Mastroanni. We will talk with them about their lives and their love for writing and creating. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more inf...

Four years ago, ground was broken for two world-class museums, The Museum of MS History and the MS Civil Rights Museum and today we have the pleasure of speaking with MS Department of Archives and History Director, Katie Blount, MS Civil Rights Museum Director, Pamela Junior and MS Museum of History Director, Rachel Myers about the making of the two museums, the exhibits and the grand opening day...

Thanksgiving is only a couple of days away and with the hustle and bustle of Christmas, Thanksgiving can get lost in the smoke but not today. Today we want to slow down and take time out to focus on what Thanksgiving really means so, we’re going to be speaking with Jill Barnes Buckley, Executive Director of Stewpot Community Services and Robin Jackson, a young lady who shares an amazing story of h...

On today's show we have the pleasure of talking to two of the most interesting people in Mississippi. Tom Ramsey, Entrepreneur & Chef and Katie Eubanks, publications editor with The Clarion-Ledger and Editor of Magnolia Magazine. Both are living their dreams out loud and are here today to share them with us. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On today’s show Clinton Body shop owner and aviation enthusiast John Mosley tells us the incredible tale of how one airplane helped bring WW2 hero’s story back from the lost pages of history. Hear how Vicksburg native & naval aviator Guy Brown lived, served, fought, died & faded into time and how the purchase and restoration of a rare WW2 bomber brought him back. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pri...

On today's show we're going to take an inside look at Domestic Violence and showcase centers around the state that are helping bring awareness, education and help provide a safe haven for victims of domestic violence. We will speak with Shanice White, Director & Lead Therapist for the Latasha Norman Center for Counseling & Psychological services on the campus of Jackson State University and Wendy...

It’s all about Alzheimer’s Awareness on NYT so today we’re going to take an inside look at The Mississippi Chorus Alzheimer’s Stories Concert Event, and speak with Mary Kim Smith, Executive Director of Alzheimer’s Association – MISSISIPPI CHAPTER, Dr. Timothy Coker, Emeritus Professor of Music Millsaps College. Dr. Mark Nahbolz, Artistic director of The Mississippi Chorus, and director of Choral A...

It's Breast Cancer Awareness Month so today our guest, Robby Channell, spokesman for Baptist Medical Center talked about the "Fund for the Girls" program and how they are supporting Mississippians by breaking down the financial barrier that prevents women from seeking needed breast health services, and Gina Carter –Simmers shared her story of her fight with Breast Cancer and how she turned an othe...

Today our guest is Speaker, Author and Peace Warrior, Meagan O’Nan. She will discuss her company Huvinity, and her quest to build peace one person at a time. We’ll also chat about the latest headlines in the weekend roundup so get ready to enjoy another episode of Now You're Talking with Marshall Ramsey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On September 20th Hurricane Maria made landfall near Yabucoa, Puerto Rico, as a major Category 4 hurricane around 6:15 a.m. ET with 155 mph winds, according to the National Hurricane Center. It was the first Category 4 storm to hit the island since 1932. Today or guest Cucho Gonzales and Stephanie Bruce will talk about the devastation and give first hand accounts of the affect this hurricane has h...

September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month in Mississippi,so on today's show we welcomed Patti Herrington, a woman who lost her son to suicide but turned her pain into her purpose by creating Firefly Outreach, an organization that shares the message to take a stand for life against suicide. We will also have Sandra Parks, Director of the Division of Children & Youth Services at the Dept. of M...

Today our guest is Renee Smith-Mader. Join us as we go inside her unique and heart - felt story as she talks about her experience of being adopted from an small orphanage in Bien Hoa, north of Saigon, by a soldier serving in the US Army during the Vietnam War. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

9/11 changed America fundamentally, far more than outsiders realized at the time. For Americans it genuinely was a new Pearl Harbor, an attack on the homeland that made them feel vulnerable for the first time in 60 years. So today, Marshall talks with our guest, Ronnie Agnew, Executive Director of MPB and Jason Klein, Director of Radio for MPB, as they discuss their 9/11 experience and how it effe...

On today's show we welcomed Natascha Donald, (G.I Jane) Competitive Bodybuilder, Fitness Trainer and motivational speaker as she talks about her journey from being an overweight single mom in an abusive relationship to sculpting one the most impressive physiques you’ll see in all of Mississippi. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today on Now You'r talking, we welcomed Kaye Phillips, co-author of “Nasty Women Project: Voices from the Resistance” as she discussed her life, the book and upcoming projects. We also spoke with musician Seth Power as he discussed his life and his music. We also have an exclusive for you from Seth so sit back and enjoy this episode of "Now You're Talking with Marshall Ramsey" Hosted on Acast. See...

If you asked her, Rita Likins Brady would tell you there is only one thing missing in her life: the baby she gave away 51 years ago. We spoke with her as she shared her story of her journey to locate her son. We also welcomed Catholic Charities Director, Stacey Pajak and Adoption Specialist Monica Mounger to give us an inside look at the process of locating a child. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/...

Today our guest was Mississippi native, Steve Azar, an American country music artist, hit songwriter, and producer. We went inside his story as he discusses his music, family and life as a "Modern day Renaissance Man". He spoke about his love for his hometown, sports and giving back to his community. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On Today's show we explored the wonderful world of art. Our guest were Cassandre Connolly a Jackson Public School Art Teacher with Siwell Middle School, and Richard McKey, a prolific local artist and art gallery owner of Fondren Art Gallery in Jackson, MS. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On today's show we discussed finding your natural talents and how you can use them, Also we welcomed Claire Holley, an American folk singer-songwriter originally from Jackson, MS. We spoke with Claire to find out how she balances songwriting with family and motherhood. Plus, she sings live in the studio!! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today on Now You're Talking we discussed with Dr. Freda Bush the effects of early sexual behavior with teens and spoke with Neil Woodall as he shared his story of triumph with prescription drug abuse. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today on Now You’re Talking with Marshall Ramsey, we discussed following your dreams, is it ever too late to give up on your dreams? We also welcomed Author Felix Anderson as he discussed his new book “Wake up Call” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Marshall Ramsey speaks with rapper, Silas, about his viral music video and latest album – The Day I Died. Plus, Bryce Yelverton talks about conquering cancer and serving the youth. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Marshall Ramsey speaks with the President and Vice President of the Corvette Club of Mississippi. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Marshall Ramsey speaks with mystery and thriller award-winning author – Darden North about his new, highly-acclaimed novel, The Five Manners of Death. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.