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You might know Fran Fluher as the heart behind Huntsville's Manna House, but her life is a lesson in service, faith and Southern hospitality. She talks with Quick-Fire Quips host Baillee Majors about being inspired by her parents, who dedicated nearly 70 years to a life of purpose and helping hands. Plus, finding what fits your own passion to support your local community, and how even the smallest acts of outreach provide the gift of hope.
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So, what did you do today? Jimmy Wales of Huntsville invented Wikipedia. How's that for a "mic drop" moment? The online encyclopedia, which is updated by anonymous editors, has its critics. Elon Musk counts himself among them. Authoritarian regimes reportedly hate Wikipedia. However, the website has viewers, a lot of them. By some accounts, billions of people visit Wikipedia, both the English version and in 300 other foreign languages. That's billions with a “B” every month. Jimmy Wales is also out with his first book. It's called "The Seven Rules of Trust." We'll discuss how that's the philosophy behind Wikipedia. Wales also grew up in Huntsville, in the shadow of the Apollo man moon landings.
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On today's Keepin' It Real, Cam reminds each of us, and himself, that being thankful is not a seasonal behavior, but an attitude we should aspire to live year round.
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Deck the South is your essential guide to Alabama’s most dazzling festive traditions. APR Digital Content Reporter Aydan Conchin takes you on a tour highlighting the twinkling lights, local markets, and pure Southern magic that make this season shine across the Yellowhammer State!
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This week on StoryCorps, cooking enthusiasts Matt Orndorff and Megan York discuss old family recipes and the way that food can help us to connect with lost loved ones.
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This week, Don Noble "Buckley: The Life and the Revolution That Changed America" by Sam Tanenhaus.
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Thanksgiving is a great time for family and friends, but it's also a time to remember to keep our furry family members and friends safe while we enjoy the holiday!
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Sports Minded host Brittany Young sits down with guest J.J. Nelson Sr. to talk about his time as a standout athlete at Midfield High School, his experience on the gridiron at The University of Alabama at Birmingham and in the NFL, and his short stint coaching at Rice University. Nelson has now transitioned into coaching for the San Tan Youth Football League and doing speed and agility training in Arizona.
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On this Week's Keepin' It Real, Cam is tired of people not from Alabama degrading and belittling our state, but in this certain case, Cam says, we might deserve it.
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142 years young! Grab your black cap and necktie— we're talking all about Mobile's legendary Excelsior Band. The country's oldest marching jazz band is led by Hosea London. He chats with Quick-Fire Quips host Baillee Majors about preserving that beautiful, traditional jazz sound! Plus, the big beach debate (Gulf Shores vs Orange Beach), what's an acceptable dish for a potluck in the Port City and how the Yellowhammer State can make some progress.
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Winter Fun Across Alabama starts now! Digital Content Reporter Aydan Conchin guides you through the state's best holiday happenings. Get ready for twinkling lights, parades, and small-town magic.
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This week on StoryCorps, Robert Kelley and his son-in-law Paul Wilkerson discuss the history of the Tally-Ho Restaurant in Selma, Alabama and the legacy of an incredible employee.