Everyday People, Exceptional Lives: The Inspiration and Wisdom of African Americans 50+

“I’m a flower. I’m going to keep blooming.” Gail Russell, Cincinnati

Imagine yourself sitting on a porch, speaking with someone you’ve admired—perhaps a family member, a community leader or a national figure.

You would want to know what inspires and motivates them, about key moments in their life, and about their joy…and their pain. These conversations connect us to our personal history and help us to better understand ourselves and our community.

For this special program, Everyday People, Exceptional Lives: The Inspiration and Wisdom of African Americans 50+, AARP Ohio sought to capture and elevate the voices of everyday African Americans who are 50 and older.

Their personal reflections—about what they value and what they have overcome—will inform and inspire you.

If you want to find out more about AARP Ohio or this program, please go to www.aarp.org/oh or call AARP Ohio at 866-389-5653.

“Are you known by your name or who you are?” Rev. Leon L. Troy, Columbus

Missed a show? Listen to the podcasts below!

Chef Eric Wells calls in with a basic gumbo recipe, easily modified to your tastes!

The Basheer Jones and Company Morning Show offers an eclectic mix of information and entertainment with a positive, uplifting message every weekday from 6 to 9AM on Newstalk 1490, WERE. “A Few Minutes with Basheer Jones” is just a small taste of this exciting program. With a wide variety of guests, from local and national leaders to authors, entertainers and experts from the worlds of medicine and education, Basheer Jones and Company can start your day on the bright side. Join us Monday through Friday, 6 to 9 AM on NewsTalk 1490 WERE.

Dr. Cornel West takes some time to talk with Basheer and some of our listeners. Part 1 of 3, look for part 2 and 3 later this week!

The Basheer Jones and Company Morning Show offers an eclectic mix of information and entertainment with a positive, uplifting message every weekday from 6 to 9AM on Newstalk 1490, WERE. “A Few Minutes with Basheer Jones” is just a small taste of this exciting program. With a wide variety of guests, from local and national leaders to authors, entertainers and experts from the worlds of medicine and education, Basheer Jones and Company can start your day on the bright side. Join us Monday through Friday, 6 to 9 AM on NewsTalk 1490 WERE.

Chef Eric Wells calls in with a tasty treat for Sweetest Day, crème brûlée!

The Basheer Jones and Company Morning Show offers an eclectic mix of information and entertainment with a positive, uplifting message every weekday from 6 to 9AM on Newstalk 1490, WERE. “A Few Minutes with Basheer Jones” is just a small taste of this exciting program. With a wide variety of guests, from local and national leaders to authors, entertainers and experts from the worlds of medicine and education, Basheer Jones and Company can start your day on the bright side. Join us Monday through Friday, 6 to 9 AM on NewsTalk 1490 WERE.