On this week’s show, we catch up with Motown legend and Grammy winner Thelma Houston. She shot to fame with the mega-hit “Don’t Leave Me This Way” in 1977. Now that she’s in her 70s, she’s more active than ever.
The Power of Creative Engagement
Paintings might not be precious, but the process of painting is. Decades ago, Martha Jo Mahoney was diagnosed with aortic valve stenosis, a disease of the heart valves that can lead to sudden death. She was in such bad shape that doctors performed open-heart surgery to transplant a life-saving bovine valve. The operation was a success, but recovery was difficult. It wasn’t until she had a brush in her hand that she found her way forward.
Conservation of the Gulf Coast
Saving, protecting and restoring natural areas is Bob Bendick’s passion — and his life’s work. Now, at 73, Bendick is leading one of the most challenging efforts of his 40-year career: working with state and local governments abutting the Gulf of Mexico, and with federal agencies, to use funds from the worst oil spill in U.S. history to rebuild the fragile coastal ecosystem.
Dave Barry
Dave Barry is one of our most beloved humorists and he’s bringing that same wit to his dual life as the father of a teenager and now, a grandfather, too!
What’s Next: Episode 11
Get ready to rock. On a special episode of What’s Next, we’re taking a trip back in time with Harry Diltz, the photographer behind classic rock photos such as the Sweet Baby James and Morrison Hotel album covers, as well as now iconic candids of artists like Crosby, Stills and Nash, Joni Mitchell and Jimi Hendrix. Harry shares the stories behind the pictures, as well as fascinating tales from life in Laurel Canyon in the 1960s and ’70s.
Don Most
Don Most made us all laugh as Richie Cunningham’s practical-joke playing friend Ralph Malph on Happy Days. After appearing in feature films and even directing a few, Don says he’s returning to his first love — singing.
Gordon Lightfoot
For more than 50 years, Gordon Lightfoot has written and recorded some of the most beautiful and thoughtful songs ever created. We catch up with the man who Bob Dylan calls his mentor to discuss his 50+ years in the business about his career and why changes to the music business excite, rather than frighten, him.
Red Hat Society CEO Debra Granich
Growing Bolder checks in with Red Hat Society CEO Debra Granich about her passion for bringing women of all ages together in fun, supportive environments and to learn more about how they are adapting to remain connected during the pandemic.
Rowdy Gaines: The Future of the Olympics
3-time Olympic gold medalist and current Olympics swimming commentator Rowdy Gaines, discusses what life is like at home and the impact of postponing the 2020 Summer Olympics.
Acoustics in the Canyon: Nature’s Concert Hall
If you’re missing traveling right now then this is the article for you. You’ll get such a detailed look into Colorado’s iconic Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre that you’ll feel like you’re right there — even if you can’t leave your home right now.