Creativity's Not Enough (2008-09-23)
Knowing how to use advertising is a lot more important than knowing how to create it, according to marketing consultant John Malmo. To reach Mr. Malmo, or to buy a copy of his book of 110 two-minute business principles, go to johnmalmo.com.
Northern Snakehead Eradication Postponed (2008-09-19)
The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission has halted their efforts to rid the state of the invasive Northern Snakehead until next spring.
Memphis Biofuels Tour (2008-09-18)
As fuel prices continue to fluctuate and remain high, scientists search for renewable fuel sources to free America from foreign oil. Candice Ludlow reports on how one organization in Memphis is using animal fat.
Blue Dog Energy (2008-09-17)
House Democrats have sent an energy bill to the Senate, over the Republicans' objection. The proposal will be one of several that Senators have to sift through. In both chambers, Tennessee lawmakers are playing important roles in shaping the direction of the debate. Eric Niiler reports from Capitol Hill.
Daily News: City Schools, Council Sign Off on Funding (2008-09-12)
The ongoing political and legal funding dispute between the Memphis City Schools and City Council has come to an end at least partially. Nicole Erwin spoke with Memphis Daily News reporter Bill Dries about what's next.
"Never Forget" A Survivor's Motto (2008-09-11)
"Never forget" is the motto of Holocaust survivors. Leonid Sarahovici's journey to Memphis was arduous. First surviving the labor camps in Romania, then escaping communism, before immigrating to Memphis. Nicole Erwin spoke with Leonid about his experience as a survivor and why he feels it's necessary for the new generation to hear him and others alike speak about the past.
Leonid Saharovici Interview (2008-09-11)
Leonid Saharovici is a Jewish Holocaust survivor. He will speak in Jackson, Tennessee about genocide in modern times. Nicole Erwin met Saharovici at his Memphis home to talk about why society should never forget the atrocities of World War II.
What's Your Reputation? (2008-09-10)
It's not just a matter of what your customers think about your company. Marketing consultant John Malmo says you need to know what kind of customer your company is. To reach Mr. Malmo, or to buy a copy of his book of 110 two-minute business principles, go to johnmalmo.com.
Daily News: On Doctor-Hospital Relationships (2008-09-10)
Rosalind Guy covers legal issues and non-profit organizations for the Memphis Daily News. Candice Ludlow spoke with Rosalind Guy about how the latest legal wrangling could force hospitals to disclose doctors employment status.
Arkansas to use the pesticide rotenone to kill invasive fish (2008-09-09)
The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission this fall will spend more than half a million dollars on a pesticide to eradicate the Northern Snakehead. Nicole Erwin has more on how the product will affect the 4,000 acres scheduled for application.
Daily News: On Memphis Real Estate Market (2008-09-09)
Eric Smith covers real estate for the Memphis Daily News. Candice Ludlow spoke with Eric Smith about the latest in the Memphis market.
Miracle at Union (2008-09-08)
Union University is blessed. Candice Ludlow visited Union University in Jackson, Tennessee as students and staff put the finishing touches on the 14 brand new residence halls. Some believe it's a miracle that students will begin this school year on campus.
To be Heard, Lower your Voice (2008-09-03)
If your TV commercials are so loud that they're offensive, people will mute them, and you won't be heard at all, according to marketing consultant John Malmo. To reach Mr. Malmo, or to buy a copy of his 110 two-minute business principles, go to johnmalmo.com
Memphis Moment: Sputnik Monroe (2008-09-02)
Wrestling sensation Sputnik Monroe had a philosophy about his sport: win if you can, lose if you must, always cheat, and, if they take you out, leave tearing the ring down. Sputnik helped integrate the seating at Ellis Auditorium, where his wrestling matches took place.
Memphis News: On Memphis City Schools Funding Fight (2008-08-29)
Bill Dries covers politics for the Memphis Daily News and the Memphis News. Candice Ludlow spoke with Bill Dries about the ongoing Memphis City Schools Funding Fight and its impact on the district.
Daily News: On Memphis Charter Amendments (2008-08-28)
Bill Dries covers politics for the Memphis Daily News. Candice Ludlow spoke with Bill Dries about the charter amendments that Memphians will decide this fall.
Coal-Fired Power Plant Under Construction In Osceola (2008-08-27)
Despite talk of future CO2 regulation increases and global warming concerns, coal-fired power plants provide more than half of America's electricity. While the nation is looking into alternatives to fossil fuels, a new coal-fired plant is under construction near Memphis. Nicole Erwin reports on Plum Point, the newest addition of coal facilities in the region.
Let Competitors Buy their own Drums (2008-08-27)
A category leader dilutes its own brand when it helps pay the cost of a generic, category promotional effort, according to marketing consultant, John Malmo. To reach Mr. Malmo - or to buy a copy of his book of 110 two-minute business principles - go to johnmalmo.com.
The Umbrella is Open (2008-08-21)
The red umbrella of Travelers Insurance is open again and flying high in advertising. Get an icon for your brand for as little as $1,000, urges marketing consultant John Malmo. To reach Mr. Malmo - or to buy a copy of his book of 110 two-minute business principles - go to johnmalmo.com.
Empty Lots Come to Life In Memphis (2008-08-21)
Life in the inner city isn't easy. It conjures up images of poverty, blight, and crime. But there's much more. Candice Ludlow explores how an initiative called Grow Memphis is helping people help themselves, by growing fruits and vegetables on inner city plots.
Is an Egg McMuffin in You? (2008-08-13)
The Egg McMuffin was created by a guy who loved Eggs Benedict and owned a McDonald's. Marketing consultant John Malmo asks why you can't do the same for your business. To reach Mr. Malmo - or to buy a copy of his book of 110 two-minute business principles - go to johnmalmo.com.
Cohen Wins Second Term (2008-08-08)
Congressman Steve Cohen took home the 9th District Congressional seat for the second time after weeks of negative campaign attacks from challenger Nikki Tinker.
Tenn. 9th District Incumbent Wins Democratic Primary (2008-08-08)
Congressman Steve Cohen took home the 9th District Congressional seat Democratic nomination for the second time after weeks of negative campaign attacks from opposition Nikki Tinker.
Tenn. 7th District Incumbent Wins Primary (2008-08-08)
Strong support in west Tennessee wasn't enough to help challenger Tom Leatherwood take the 7th District seat from incumbent Marsha Blackburn in Thursday's Republican primary race.
Negative Ads My Hurt Challenger In the 9th District (2008-08-07)
Early today, WKNO reporters hit the polls to find out how people voted in the 9th district congressional race. One challenger invoked the Ku Klux Klan in her television ads to unseat the incumbent.
Tennessee Leads Nation in Ethanol Exploration (2008-08-06)
Tennessee is leading the nation in finding new sources to make ethanol - without impacting the food supply. The state has invested $70 million in research and development to explore making ethanol from an unlikely source, switchgrass. Candice Ludlow reports.
A Brand Is a Promise (2008-08-06)
Brands have value because promises have value. The greater the promise fulfilled, the greater the brand value, according to marketing consultant John Malmo. To reach Mr. Malmo - or to buy a copy of his book of 110 two-minute business principles - go to johnmalmo.com.
Republican Tennessee Congressional Run Close (2008-08-04)
Sixteen years ago, Tom Leatherwood jumped into politics by unseating a longtime state senator in the Republican primary. Now he's trying for a repeat performance, running against three-term U.S. Representative Marsha Blackburn.
Helms Ferry: One of the Last Working Car Ferries In Tennessee (2008-08-04)
If you travel through northeast Tennessee, through Maynardville and into the rolling pastures of Union County, you may just stumble upon something that takes you back to another time. It's the Helms ferryboat and it's one of the last working car ferries in Tennessee. The Union County Road Department has operated the ferry for more than 20 years at no cost to its riders. Matt Shafer Powell recently spent some time on the ferry with one of its captains.
Incumbent Tenn. Representative Wants More Time on Capitol Hill (2008-08-01)
Tennessee 9th Congressional District Representative Steve Cohen is facing four challengers for the Democratic nomination to run in the November general election.
A Black Representative Must Represent a Black District, Candidate Says (2008-07-31)
Five Democrats are vying for the Tennessee 9th U.S. Congressional District seat, including Dr. Isaac Richmond.
Tennessee Senators Block Renewable Energy Bill While Saying They're Not Against the Bill (2008-07-31)
Both Tennessee Senators Wednesday voted to block a bill that would extend federal tax credits for renewable energy production. But in fact, they are not really against the proposal itself.
Memphis Moment: Nash Buckingham (2008-07-31)
Nash Buckingham was born in Memphis in 1880 and grew up living the life of an outdoorsman. After an dissatisfying stint as the owner of a sporting goods store in Memphis, Buckingham moved on to writing for Field and Stream magazine.
Democratic Tenn. Congressional Candidate Focuses on Education (2008-07-30)
Five Democrats are vying for the Tennessee 9th U.S. Congressional District seat, including Joe Towns, Jr..
Shelby County Assessor Candidate: Bill Giannini (2008-07-29)
Owner of the Little Italy Pizza restaurant in Midtown and local realtor, Bill Giannini, is running as the Republican candidate for Shelby County Assessor. Nicole Erwin spoke with Giannini about his aspirations for public office.
Memphis Moment: Blair T. Hunt (2008-07-29)
Blair T. Hunt worked behind the scenes on behalf of equality efforts for African Americans in Memphis. He worked hard to educate the poor young black students in his charge in hopes for a brighter future.
Shelby County Assessor Candidate: Cheyenne Johnson (2008-07-28)
Voters have several candidates vying for their attention this general election. Among the picking includes the position for Shelby County Assessor. Nicole Erwin spoke with Democratic candidate Cheyenne Johnson, who has worked with the Shelby County Assessor's office since 1988.
Memphis Moment: J.M. Keating (2008-07-24)
J.M. Keating stands out in the history of Memphis journalism. In 1858, he settled in Memphis, taking the position of commercial and city editor of the Memphis Bulletin. During the Yellow Fever epidemics of the late 19th century, Keating remained behind to report on the victims, making the whole country aware of the plight of Memphis' citizens.
Daily News: Memphis City Schools Funding War (2008-07-22)
Four hundred twenty three million dollars is still at stake while the Memphis City Schools suit against the Memphis City Council continues. Nicole Erwin spoke with reporter Andy Meek to find out what progress has been made.
Memphis Moment: The Flatboatmen's War (2008-07-22)
In 1841, mayor William Spickernagle was elected to deal with financial problems facing Memphis. He surmised the best way to raise revenue for the river town was to charge a fee for the use of the Memphis wharf; however, his plans ran into trouble when hundreds of flatboatmen refused to pay.
Memphis Moment: Annie Cook (2008-07-17)
Annie Cook became the infamous Madame of the Mansion House brothel in Memphis. During the yellow fever outbreaks that ravaged the city in the late 1800s, Cook selflessly converted her brothel into a hospital for victims, staying behind while others fled the city.
Self-Service: the Only Service (2008-07-16)
If you can't give knockout customer service, you'd better provide the best self-service you can, according to marketing consultant, John Malmo. To reach Mr. Malmo - or to buy a copy of his book of 110 two-minute business principles - go to johnmalmo.com.
Daily News: Memphis City Schools Funding Dispute May Have Surprising Consequences (2008-07-16)
Andy Meek covers city politics and city schools for the Memphis Daily News. He spoke with Candice Ludlow about what may come out of Thursday's hearing on the Memphis City Schools funding question.
Memphis Moment: Kenneth Lawrence Beaudoin (2008-07-10)
Kenneth Lawrence Beaudoin - the Poet Laureate of the River, had a love for poetry and solving crimes. Fortunately, his life allowed him to do both.
Memphis Moment: The Murrell Clan (2008-07-10)
Members of the Murrell Clan terrorized the citizens of the Mid-South during the 1800s, yet most Memphians have never heard of them. Murder, horse stealing, kidnapping, inciting slave rebellions, and slave stealing are just some of the crimes this gang of hundreds committed.
FedEx Office Drops Kinkos (2008-07-09)
If it makes sense to change your name, the sooner you do it, the better. To reach Mr. Malmo - or to buy a copy of his book of 110 two-minute business principles - go to johnmalmo.com.
Memphis Moment: Sebastian S. Kresge (2008-07-03)
While most Memphians are familiar with the K-Mart brand, many have no idea that the founder of K-Mart, Sebastian S. Kresge, got his first shot at a management position right here in Memphis.
Don't Blow a Tornado Sale (2008-07-03)
The best type of sale is when a disaster strikes a retailer. Never overlook a chance to make customers think you're suffering, and that they can take advantage of you. To reach Mr. Malmo - or to buy a copy of his book of a hundred-and-ten two-minute business principles - go to johnmalmo.com.
Community Efforts To Save Rosemark School Thwarted (2008-07-03)
One of the Tennessee Preservation Trust's most endangered historic sites is scheduled for extinction. Nicole Erwin reports how the 1912 Rosemark schoolhouse will be demolished before August.
Sinkhole May Swallow Amtrak Service To Memphis (2008-07-01)
Memphis is the number one destination on the City of New Orleans. If a gaping sinkhole is not fixed, Amtrak may discontinue service. Candice Ludlow reports from downtown.
Foster Teens Find Stability In New Mentorship Program (2008-06-27)
Teens aging out of foster care face unique challenges. Last year Tennessee Governor Phil Bredesen began the LIFT program, to address their needs. Nicole Erwin reports.
You can Brand Anything (2008-06-25)
We all know now that brands drive marketing for everything we buy. College teams are brands. Rock bands. Oprah. Could you come up with the next breakthrough brand? To reach Mr. Malmo - or to buy a copy of his book of a hundred-and-ten two-minute business principles - go to johnmalmo.com.
Mid-Southerner Pinched By Economic Slide (2008-06-24)
A quick trip to the mall, park or even to work is now a cause to pause. With gas prices nearing $4.00 a gallon, the economy is tanking. Money's tight, and it's beginning to hit home for Mid-Southerners. Candice Ludlow talked with a successful, Mid-South, self-employed graphic designer whose life has taken a striking downturn. So much, that he now finds himself scouting the want ads.
Closing the Disparity Gap In Memphis Healthcare (2008-06-23)
Most number one rankings are achieved with pride; Memphis, however, lead the nation in 2007 for most obese city. Nicole Erwin reports how a grassroots organization has been chosen to participate in a nationwide effort to reduce obesity and the health issues that correlate.
You May Already Have the Answer (2008-06-18)
Why waste time and money on studies when it's possible that someone else has already done the research for you? To reach Mr. Malmo - or to buy a copy of his book of a hundred-and-ten two-minute business principles - go to johnmalmo.com.
Daily News: More Fall Out From Council's Cuts to City Schools (2008-06-17)
Andy Meek covers city politics for the Daily News. Today, he spoke with Nicole Erwin about the latest wrinkle in the funding fight between Memphis and its city schools.
Daily News: County Commission Cuts, Then Reinstates Schools' Funding (2008-06-17)
Both the city and county schools dodged a bullet. Bill Dries reports for the Daily News. He spoke with Candice Ludlow about the County Commission's decision to continue funding both city and county schools.
Daily News On Mortgage Market Slowdown (2008-06-13)
Eric Smith covers real estate for the Memphis Daily News. Today, he spoke with Candice Ludlow about the state of lending in the Mid-South.
Researching the Obvious (2008-06-11)
Why spend millions researching what marketing professionals already know? If you say the right thing to the right person at the right time, your advertising will succeed. To reach Mr. Malmo - or to buy a copy of his book of a hundred-and-ten two-minute business principles - go to johnmalmo.com.
Memphis Daily News On Superintendent Search Under Looming Legal Cloud (2008-06-09)
Andy Meek covers city politics and schools for the Memphis Daily News. He spoke with Candice Ludlow today about the Memphis
City School superintendent search amid the cloud of cuts by the city council.
Local Food Movement Gains Momentum With Mid-Southerners (2008-06-06)
The farmers market has grown not only in the nation's effort to go green but also in social networking. Candice Ludlow reports from the Memphis farmer's market on how chefs, farmers and families are becoming friends with the local food movement.
Global Warming Debate Heats Up (2008-06-05)
The U-S Senate is locked in a grinding debate over global warming legislation. The bill has bipartisan support but both Tennessee Senators oppose it. As the bill unravels, they're calling for a different approach to cut harmful carbon emissions. Elizabeth Wynne Johnson reports from
Capitol Hill.
Simplicity, the Mother of Success (2008-06-04)
Making things easy for your customers is hard work, but worth it, according to marketing consultant John Malmo. To reach Mr. Malmo - or to buy a copy of his book of a hundred-and-ten two-minute business principles - go to johnmalmo.com.
Daily News: City Slashes School Funding (2008-06-04)
The Memphis City Council decided to slash the Memphis City Schools budget by $70 million. Andy Meek covers politics for the Memphis Daily News. He spoke with Candice Ludlow about what the cut means.
The Restoration of the Li'l Red Schoolhouse (2008-06-04)
Rosenwald Schools, institutions which have long been accredited for the high quality education they provided the African-American community prior to desegregation, are in danger of being lost forever. The Lil' Red Schoolhouse in Drew, Mississippi, is one of these schools struggling to survive.
Northern Snakehead Threatens Mississippi Basin (2008-06-02)
A fish from Asia has infested waters in eastern Arkansas. Fish biologists say this invasive species has been here for up to 6 years. Now, the Game and Fish Commission are working to eradicate the top-level predator before it gains access to the Mississippi River Basin.
Tipton-Rosemark Academy Tops Ten In Tennessee (2008-05-30)
Each year, the Tennessee Preservation Trust announces the ten most endangered historic sites in the state. Sometimes progress means tearing down history. But not so fast, say some who attended school in Rosemark. Today, the Tennessee Preservation Trust announced its Ten In Tennessee list of critically endangered historic sites. Number two on the list is the Rosemark School, located in northern Shelby County and built in 1912.
Spam, Against All Odds (2008-05-28)
Despite the odds, Spam has been around more than half a century. According to marketing consultant John Malmo, its success is due, in part, to Hormel's willingness to treat their product with a sense of humor. To reach Mr. Malmo - or to buy a copy of his book of a hundred-and-ten two-minute business principles - go to johnmalmo.com.
Daily News on the Changing Real Estate Landscape (2008-05-20)
Eric Smith covers real estate for the Memphis Daily News. He spoke with Nicole Erwin about how foreign banks are affecting the Memphis housing market.
Daily News on the Shelby County Budget Process (2008-05-16)
Shelby County budget woes are nowhere near resolved. Andy Meek of the Memphis Daily News spoke with Candice Ludlow about the looming budget crisis
Housing Counselors On-Board To Help (2008-05-07)
There's hope for those facing foreclosure. The state is encouraging borrowers to contact a housing counselor.
Fourth Street Mess Around (2008-05-02)
Will Shade lived on Fourth Street, not too far from Beale.
Will Shade Tribute (2008-05-02)
Blues lovers often make the trek to Memphis to pay tribute to those who created the rich, old-time sound of the delta. Candice Ludlow spoke with a Chicago music teacher who made the pilgrimage to Memphis to pay his respects to his favorite bluesmen. Topping his list was a visit to the grave site of Will Shade of the popular Memphis Jug Band.
Hope for Borrowers Facing Foreclosure (2008-05-01)
The real estate market meltdown is in the news everyday. Should homeowners receive assistance? Memphians facing foreclosure have the opportunity this weekend to meet with their lender or mortgage servicer - in person - to see if they can reduce the principal or interest rate - and keep their home.
Close, but no exemption for Delta Queen (2008-04-25)
The Delta Queen is the last steamboat to carry overnight passengers on the Mississippi and Ohio rivers. Today, it stopped in Memphis as it makes its way to Cincinnati. It's the only wooden boat allowed to carry overnight passengers - and those days are numbered - unless Congress makes an exception.
Stress May Be Linked To Disapearing Honeybee Disease (2008-04-24)
Scientists may be honing in on the cause of the disappearing honeybees. Apparently, the bees may be too stressed out, and that's what's causing them to fly away from their hives in droves.
Speedy is Back Again (2008-04-16)
John Malmo is chairman emeritus of Archer/Malmo Advertising and an independent marketing consultant. For more about Mr. Malmo - and to obtain a copy of his book of 110 two-minute business pearls - go to johnmalmo.com.
Strategy Begins at the Bottom (2008-04-09)
John Malmo is chairman emeritus of Archer/Malmo Advertising and an independent marketing consultant. For more about Mr. Malmo - and to obtain a copy of his book of 110 two-minute business pearls - go to johnmalmo.com.
Memphis Moment: The Northbound Express Train Crash of 1871 (2008-04-08)
Memphis Moments is co-produced by the Pink Palace Family of Museums (http://www.memphismuseums.org) and WKNO-FM and airs on Tuesdays and Thursdays during All Things Considered on the WKNO Stations.
Memphis Moment: Mayor J.J. Williams Gets Help from Women's Clubs (2008-04-03)
Memphis Moments is co-produced by the Pink Palace Family of Museums (http://www.memphismuseums.org) and WKNO-FM and airs on Tuesdays and Thursdays during All Things Considered on the WKNO Stations.
Car Sharing is Good Marketing (2008-04-02)
John Malmo is chairman emeritus of Archer/Malmo Advertising and an independent marketing consultant. For more about Mr. Malmo - and to obtain a copy of his book of 110 two-minute business pearls - go to johnmalmo.com.
Memphis Moment: Francis Julius LeMoyne (2008-03-27)
Memphis Moments is co-produced by the Pink Palace Family of Museums (http://www.memphismuseums.org) and WKNO-FM and airs on Tuesdays and Thursdays during All Things Considered on the WKNO Stations.
Be First, but get it Right (2008-03-26)
John Malmo is chairman emeritus of Archer/Malmo Advertising and an independent marketing consultant. For more about Mr. Malmo - and to obtain a copy of his book of 110 two-minute business pearls - go to johnmalmo.com.
Memphis Moment: Camp Shiloh and Lincoln Chapel (2008-03-25)
Memphis Moments is co-produced by the Pink Palace Family of Museums (http://www.memphismuseums.org) and WKNO-FM and airs on Tuesdays and Thursdays during All Things Considered on the WKNO Stations.
Memphis Moment: Sharecropping (2008-03-25)
Memphis Moments is co-produced by the Pink Palace Family of Museums (http://www.memphismuseums.org) and WKNO-FM and airs on Tuesdays and Thursdays during All Things Considered on the WKNO Stations.
Don Johanson on the Importance of Lucy (2008-03-25)
Lucy, perhaps the most well-known hominid, was discovered by Don Johanson and Tom Gray in 1974. Johanson told Candice Ludlow that a girlfriend of his had a hand in naming Lucy after the discovery - and it had to do with a tape that they'd been playing regularly.
Don Johanson Interview (2008-03-25)
Don Johanson, the Director of the Institute of Human Origins at Arizona State University spends most of his days looking backward - often millions of years. His interest in human evolution as a young child began with a friendship with an anthropologist. That interest continued through his academic career, and in 1973, the young anthropologist made a discovery that would forever impact the study of human origins.
Memphis Moment: Alpha Kappa Alpha (2008-03-18)
Memphis Moments is co-produced by the Pink Palace Family of Museums (http://www.memphismuseums.org) and WKNO-FM and airs on Tuesdays and Thursdays during All Things Considered on the WKNO Stations.
Divestment and Sudan (2008-03-14)
Dr. David Richards of the University of Memphis offers his opinion on upcoming legislation in the Tennessee State Legislature that would punish companies with business interests in Sudan.
Memphis Moment: Napoleon Hill and Cotton (2008-03-13)
Memphis Moments is co-produced by the Pink Palace Family of Museums (http://www.memphismuseums.org) and WKNO-FM, and airs on Tuesdays and Thursdays during All Things Considered on the WKNO Stations.
Obama Takes Mississippi (2008-03-12)
Shortly after the polls closed in the Mississippi Presidential Primary, Barack Obama was announced as the predicted winner. In DeSoto County, it was too close to call so early.
DeSoto County Turns Out for Presidential Primary (2008-03-12)
Voter turnout is high today in DeSoto County. Voters are turning out to support Mike Huckabee, who's recently conceded the Republican nomination, John McCain, Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama.
A New Face For Holiday Inn (2008-03-12)
John Malmo is chairman emeritus of Archer/Malmo Advertising and an independent marketing consultant. For more about Mr. Malmo - and to obtain a copy of his book of 110 two-minute business pearls - go to johnmalmo.com.
Memphis Moment: Changing Shotwell to Getwell (2008-03-11)
Memphis Moments is co-produced by the Pink Palace Family of Museums (http://www.memphismuseums.org) and WKNO-FM, and airs on Tuesdays and Thursdays during All Things Considered on the WKNO Stations.
World Seed Banker Speaks In Memphis (2008-03-10)
Cary Fowler, a humble and modest man from Memphis, Tennessee, works to save the world, seed by seed. Cary Fowler is the Executive Director of the Global Crop Diversity Trust: A Foundation for Food Security in Rome.
Cary Fowler Interview (2008-03-10)
Cary Fowler is the executive director for the Global Crop Diversity Trust: A Foundation for Food Security. He spoke with Candice Ludlow before his speaking engagement at the Pink Palace.
Alzheimer's Diagnosis and Treatment (2008-03-07)
Over the next decade, millions of Baby Boomers will reach retirement age. About 5 percent of Americans between 65 and 74, and about half over 85 have the disease. Alzheimer's currently has no cure. Dr. Pierre Tariot, a leading researcher, spoke with Pat Walters about what scientists have learned about some of the causes and treatments for the disease.
Beekeepers May Get No Relief (2008-03-06)
Honeybees that help pollinate Tennessee's apples, pumpkins and squash are disappearing. Struggling beekeepers who have lost their hives are looking for relief in the Farm bill.
Beekeeper Kevin Jester lives about fifty miles north of Memphis in West Ridge, Arkansas. He typically raises about two thousand colonies of bees. In 2006, he lost nearly all of them. He bought more bees, but then lost them too. Needless to say business hasn't been good.
Advertising Is "Anti-Dad" (2008-03-05)
John Malmo is chairman emeritus of Archer/Malmo Advertising and an independent marketing consultant. For more about Mr. Malmo - and to obtain a copy of his book of 110 two-minute business pearls - go to johnmalmo.com.
Memphis Moment: Carey Fowler and the Global Crop Diversity Trust (2008-03-04)
Memphis Moments is co-produced by the Pink Palace Family of Museums (http://www.memphismuseums.org) and WKNO-FM, and airs on Tuesdays and Thursdays during All Things Considered on the WKNO Stations.
Memphis Moment: Larry Brown and the Memphis Red Sox (2008-02-28)
The Memphis Red Sox, one of the most exciting teams in the Negro League in the 1930s and 1940s, had one of the best catchers and defenders of home plate helping bring much attention to their team. Larry Brown played briefly with the Red Sox in the mid-1920s, until he left to play for several teams between 1925 and 1938, helping the Chicago American Giants win the 1926 Negro World Series. By 1938, Brown returned to the Memphis Red Sox, catching for the team and eventually becoming the manager.
Build Brand Quicker, Cheaper (2008-02-27)
John Malmo is chairman emeritus of Archer/Malmo Advertising and an independent marketing consultant. For more about Mr. Malmo - and to obtain a copy of his book of 110 two-minute business pearls - go to johnmalmo.com.
Memphis Moment: Belle Edmondson, Confederate Spy (2008-02-26)
During the Civil War, Belle Edmondson lived on a farm with her family in Shelby County, in an area south of Yankee occupied Memphis. Belle became a spy for the Confederacy, carrying supplies and information through her family farm, which lay between Memphis and the Confederate line. Eventually, she aroused suspicion and had to hide in Mississippi to avoid arrest until after war's end.
Georgia Eying Tennessee River (2008-02-22)
In 1796, Congress designated the Georgia-Tennessee border at the 35th
Parallel. Years later, Georgia commissioned a mathematician to officially mark the
boundary. He ended up creating a new boundary about a mile short of the 35th
parallel. Now, Georgia lawmakers want to fix that error, and doing so would put the border in the middle of the Tennessee River
Memphis Moment: Georgia Tann and Unlicensed Adoption (2008-02-21)
From 1924 until 1950, Georgia Tann, posing as a kindly social worker, persuaded poor, young, ill, and frightened young mothers to sign over their newborn babies, then sell the babies to unwitting adoptive parents. By the late 1940s, Tann was under investigation for corruption. She died of cancer in 1950, before being charged with any crimes.
Mississippi Files Intent to Appeal Water Case (2008-02-21)
The water dispute between Mississippi and MLGW and the City of Memphis took yet another turn late Friday. Mississippi has appealed a federal circuit judge's decision dismissing the case, sending it to the Circuit Court of Appeals. Still, it may land in the US Supreme Court. What might that mean to MLGW and the citizens who depend on it for water?
Creativity versus Brainstorming (2008-02-20)
John Malmo is chairman emeritus of Archer/Malmo Advertising and an independent marketing consultant. For more about Mr. Malmo - and to obtain a copy of his book of 110 two-minute business pearls - go to johnmalmo.com.
Memphis Moment: Memphis Slim (2008-02-19)
Born in Memphis in 1915, John Peter Chatman, otherwise known as Memphis Slim, began recording in the 1930s for Bluebird Records. His singles included Beer Drinking Women and Grinder Man Blues. Slim and friends formed a band, Memphis Slim and the Houserockers, and their innovative use of horns gave the blues a new sound. In 1962, Slim moved to Europe, touring with jazz drummer George Collier, eventually settling in Paris. In 1989, Memphis Slim was inducted into the Blues Hall of Fame.
Memphis Moment: Photography of Early Memphis Faces (2008-02-14)
In 1843, Merriman and Clark opened the first permanent photo studio in Memphis. Anyone wanting an exact counterfeit presentment of themselves, their mother, lover, father, or friend could stop by the Watch Shop, witness the operations, and obtain an exact likeness. It required less than one-minute of the sitter's time, and, in all cases, the likeness was warranted.
Tracing African American Ancestry Through DNA (2008-02-13)
WKNO and the Pink Palace Family of Museums have embarked on a series exploring the use of genetics in various ways, from farming to climate change, to memory and medical interventions.
Today, we will explore how genetics can help people trace their ancestral roots.
Good Enough Isn't Good Enough (2008-02-13)
John Malmo is chairman emeritus of Archer/Malmo Advertising and an independent marketing consultant. For more about Mr. Malmo - and to obtain a copy of his book of 110 two-minute business pearls - go to johnmalmo.com.
Memphis Moment: Jessie Turner Jr., and Memphis Integration (2008-02-12)
In 1963, a mother wanted her son to gain admission to Christian Brothers High School. Her only problem? The color of her son's skin. The Bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Tennessee had decided to gradually integrate the Catholic schools, but this was not good enough for Mrs. Turner. With help from the NAACP, her son, Jessie Turner, Jr. became the first African American to desegregate a Memphis High School, while earning the highest GPA in his freshman class at CBHS.
Is Your Washer Out of Cycle? (2008-02-06)
Lemme ask you. Has it ever occurred to you that your washing machine, your dishwasher are out of style? LG -- the letters L G - Appliances is telling consumers to dump their old appliances not because they no longer work. But because they lack style.
Super Tuesday: Shelby County & Tennessee (2008-02-06)
The results are finally in this evening for Shelby County and the State of Tennessee. In many ways, Shelby County is very different than the rest of the state. Candice Ludlow explains.
Tornadoes & Severe Weather Delay Vote Counting (2008-02-06)
The digital world is something that many take for granted, except when counting votes. Super Tuesday is putting it to the test. The polls closed at 7, but in Shelby County, people had to wait longer than expected. Pat Walters reports.
MLGW Case Dismissed, For Now (2008-02-05)
Whose water is it, anyway? Seems to be at crux of the water dispute between the state Mississippi and MLGW and the City of Memphis. A federal district judge dismissed the water lawsuit against MLGW and Memphis today, saying that it's an issue between states.
Water Dispute Goes to Trial In Federal Court (2008-02-04)
Shelby County residents have long relished the pure, sparkling water that is drawn from deep below the earth's surface. Today, the water dispute between Mississippi and Memphis, Light, Gas and Water and City of Memphis goes to trial in Oxford, Mississippi.
Memphis Moment: The Parkway (2008-01-31)
Memphis Moments is co-produced by the Pink Palace Family of Museums (http://www.memphismuseums.org) and WKNO-FM, and airs on Tuesdays and Thursdays during All Things Considered on the WKNO Stations.
PAM, A Classic Success (2008-01-30)
John Malmo is chairman emeritus of Archer/Malmo Advertising and an independent marketing consultant. For more about Mr. Malmo - and to obtain a copy of his book of 110 two-minute business pearls - go to johnmalmo.com.
Memphis Moment: Rhodes College (2008-01-29)
Memphis Moments is co-produced by the Pink Palace Family of Museums (http://www.memphismuseums.org) and WKNO-FM, and airs on Tuesdays and Thursdays during All Things Considered on the WKNO Stations.
Memphis Moment: The Sterick Building (2008-01-24)
Memphis Moments is co-produced by the Pink Palace Family of Museums (http://www.memphismuseums.org) and WKNO-FM, and airs on Tuesdays and Thursdays during All Things Considered on the WKNO Stations.
Rat Tails On A Dime (2008-01-23)
John Malmo is chairman emeritus of Archer/Malmo Advertising and an independent marketing consultant. For more about Mr. Malmo - and to obtain a copy of his book of 110 two-minute business pearls - go to johnmalmo.com.
Memphis Moment: The Lorraine Motel (2008-01-22)
Memphis Moments is co-produced by the Pink Palace Family of Museums (http://www.memphismuseums.org) and WKNO-FM, and airs on Tuesdays and Thursdays during All Things Considered on the WKNO Stations.
The Rich Finance Innovation (2008-01-16)
John Malmo is chairman emeritus of Archer/Malmo Advertising and an independent marketing consultant. For more about Mr. Malmo - and to obtain a copy of his book of 110 two-minute business pearls - go to johnmalmo.com.
Memphis Moment: Terminix (2008-01-15)
Memphis Moments is co-produced by the Pink Palace Family of Museums (http://www.memphismuseums.org) and WKNO-FM, and airs on Tuesdays and Thursdays during All Things Considered on the WKNO Stations.
Memphis Moment - Back to Beale (2008-01-10)
Memphis Moments is co-produced by the Pink Palace Family of Museums (http://www.memphismuseums.org) and WKNO-FM, and airs on Tuesdays and Thursdays during All Things Considered on the WKNO Stations.
Memphis Moment - Memphis Automobile (2008-01-08)
Memphis Moments is co-produced by the Pink Palace Family of Museums (http://www.memphismuseums.org) and WKNO-FM, and airs on Tuesdays and Thursdays during All Things Considered on the WKNO Stations.
Memphis Moment: Danny Thomas and the Founding of St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital (2008-01-03)
Memphis Moments is co-produced by the Pink Palace Family of Museums (http://www.memphismuseums.org) and WKNO-FM, and airs on Tuesdays and Thursdays during All Things Considered on the WKNO Stations.
Writing Demands Thinking (2008-01-02)
The screenwriters strike against film and television producers points out a fascinating truth. Everything begins with the word. The greatest idea is worthless until somebody reduces it to words. Puts it on paper. Without words the entire industry is at a standstill. With that in mind, consider another kind of writing, business writing.
Memphis Moment - Yellow Fever and Board of Experts (2007-12-26)
In the Fall and Winter of 1878, Memphis was still reeling, and grieving, from the Summer's Yellow Fever epidemic. Aid was coming into Memphis from every state in the Union and even from foreign countries. On December 26, the first meeting of the Board of Experts convened to investigate the still unknown cause of the disease.
Prophets of Panic (2007-12-26)
John Malmo is chairman emeritus of Archer/Malmo Advertising and an independent marketing consultant. For more about Mr. Malmo - and to obtain a copy of his book of 110 two-minute business pearls - go to johnmalmo.com.
Rosenwald Schools: A Bright Spot In Southern History (2007-12-20)
Historically, schools in the South have fallen behind those in other parts of the country, and in 2007 that trend continues. But from an African-American perspective, that hasn't always been the case. During the last half-century of segregation, Southern schools for Black children prepared students for success despite institutionalized racism.
How You Define Your Business (2007-12-19)
John Malmo is chairman emeritus of Archer/Malmo Advertising and an independent marketing consultant. For more about Mr. Malmo - and to obtain a copy of his book of 110 two-minute business pearls - go to johnmalmo.com.
Memphis Moment - The Heliopolis (2007-12-18)
Steamboats were very important to the growth success of early Memphis. But there were serious problems surrounding early steamboat navigation and a man named Henry Miller Shreve solved some of the worst of them. One of the greatest threats to river traffic was the problem of snags which were underwater trees, stumps, or branches that created obstructions to river navigation.
Memphis Moment - Original Memphis Pyramid (2007-12-13)
The Pyramid in downtown Memphis is a well-recognized work of architecture in the Mid-South. But it was not the original pyramid to represent the bluff city. In 1897, the Tennessee Centennial and International Exposition was held in Nashville and each major city was invited to represent themselves for one day during this World's Fair.
You Need A Bunch of "What Ifs" (2007-12-12)
John Malmo is chairman emeritus of Archer/Malmo Advertising and an independent marketing consultant. For more about Mr. Malmo - and to obtain a copy of his book of 110 two-minute business pearls - go to johnmalmo.com.
Memphis Moment - Lucie Campbell (2007-12-11)
It's been said that Lucie Campbell was to religious music what W.C. Handy was to the Blues. Young Lucie began her musical training by eavesdropping on her older sister's music lessons. Their widowed mother could only afford lessons for one of her seven children.
Memphis Moment - Fourth Blood Bank In U.S. (2007-12-06)
When the nation's fourth blood bank opened in Memphis, in 1938, blood transfusions were still a new technology. Patients were connected, by tubes, directly to donors with the proper blood type and many patients died before a suitable donor could be found.
New Madrid Seismic Zone & Earthquake Preparedness (2007-12-05)
When lawmakes in Washington, DC think about earthquake preparedness, they tend to think 'California.' Yesterday, a panel of experts convened to remind Congress about the potential danger that lies beneath a swath of the country's interior.
There's No Coca Cola Lemonade (2007-12-05)
John Malmo is chairman emeritus of Archer/Malmo Advertising and an independent marketing consultant. For more about Mr. Malmo - and to obtain a copy of his book of 110 two-minute business pearls - go to johnmalmo.com.
Memphis Moment - Gayoso House (2007-12-04)
The Gayoso House, the first luxury hotel in Memphis, was built in 1842, when the city was barely 20 years old. The hotel was the brainchild and pet project of young Memphis entrepreneur Robertson Topp, as part of his plan to develop South Memphis. The development included warehouses, commercial buildings, and a group of superbly constructed homes, with the Gayoso as its centerpiece.
Who Sets A Brand's Standards (2007-11-28)
John Malmo is chairman emeritus of Archer/Malmo Advertising and an independent marketing consultant. For more about Mr. Malmo - and to obtain a copy of his book of 110 two-minute business pearls - go to johnmalmo.com.
Memphis Moment - Shelby County (2007-11-27)
A new county was established in West Tennessee on November 24, 1819. Fittingly it was named in honor of Isaac Shelby. Shelby and Andrew Jackson had negotiated a treaty with the Chickasaws for all the land between the Mississippi and Tennessee Rivers. This cession made it possible to settle West Tennessee.
Memphis Moment - James Winchester (2007-11-22)
James Winchester, one of the founders of Memphis, was born in Maryland in 1752. He served under George Washington in the American Revolution, endured capture by the British, and moved to Middle Tennessee after his release. By 1785, Winchester had built a fortified home in this still-untamed wilderness, survived Inidan attacks which killed his brother and several friends and started a family with his young wife, Susan.
Marketing IS Management (2007-11-21)
John Malmo is chairman emeritus of Archer/Malmo Advertising and an independent marketing consultant. For more about Mr. Malmo - and to obtain a copy of his book of 110 two-minute business pearls - go to johnmalmo.com.
Memphis Moment - Phoebe Fairgrave (2007-11-20)
Phoebe Fairgrave was born on November 21, 1902. She fell in love with flying and, by 1920, was touring the courty with Phoebe Fairgrave Flying Circus. She parachuted, danced on the wings and hung by her teeth from planes. She also set the record for a woman's parachute jump at 15,200 feet.
Memphis Moment - Tennessee's Pioneer Nurse (2007-11-15)
Lena Angevine Warner is rightfully known as Tennessee's pioneer nurse. Lena Angevine, born in Grenada, Mississippi in 1869, was the only member of her immediate family to survive the yellow fever epidemics of 1877 and 1878.
Effective Store Branding (2007-11-14)
John Malmo is chairman emeritus of Archer/Malmo Advertising and an independent marketing consultant. For more about Mr. Malmo - and to obtain a copy of his book of 110 two-minute business pearls - go to johnmalmo.com.
Memphis Moment - Armistice Agreement (2007-11-13)
At 11:00 AM on November 11, 1918 the guns along the Western Front fell silent; men climbed out of their trenches for the last time. The armistice agreement ending the First World War had gone into effect. The war ended after four years of fights and millions of deaths.
Keeping the Promise (2007-11-12)
November 11th marks Veteran's Day to honor those that have fought for our freedom. Not all veterans make it back home. Kenneth Terry, a retired marine heads the POW/MIA Branch of the US Navy in Millington, Tennessee - where he tirelessly searches for clues to find the remains of many fallen soldiers - some from as long ago as World War II. Candice Ludlow has more.
Keeping the Promise (2007-11-12)
November 11th marks Veteran's Day to honor those that have fought for our freedom. Not all veterans make it back home. Kenneth Terry, a retired marine heads the POW/MIA Branch of the US Navy in Millington, Tennessee - where he tirelessly searches for clues to find the remains of many fallen soldiers - some from as long ago as World War II. Candice Ludlow has more.
Memphis Moment - Steam Boat & Memphis (2007-11-08)
Memphis has been one of America's foremost transportation hubs for longer than most people know. Everybody knows about FedEx and Delta Airlines - companies with local roots - but it was Mississippi River steamboats that first made the city a transportation hub.
Which TV Commercials Work? (2007-11-07)
John Malmo is chairman emeritus of Archer/Malmo Advertising and an independent marketing consultant. For more about Mr. Malmo - and to obtain a copy of his book of 110 two-minute business pearls - go to johnmalmo.com.
Memphis Moment - Neely-Mallory House (2007-11-06)
On November 7, 1900, Frances Neely married Barton Lee Mallory. Frances, affectionately known as "Daisy," was the daughter of James Columbus Neely, a successful cotton factor. The couple spent their married life in the house at 652 Adams Avenue. "Daisy" was still living in the house when she died in 1969.
Memphis Moment - Fort Pickering (2007-11-01)
Soon after Memphis fell into Federal hands in June of 1862, General Henry Halleck ordered the construction of a fort at Memphis. General William Tecumseh Sherman supervised the project. The fort, large enough to hold 10,000 men, was designed with some of the most elaborate fortifications seen at the time.
The McDonald's of Banking (2007-10-31)
John Malmo is chairman emeritus of Archer/Malmo Advertising and an independent marketing consultant. For more about Mr. Malmo - and to obtain a copy of his book of 110 two-minute business pearls - go to johnmalmo.com.
Memphis Moment - Yellow Fever & Law Enforcement (2007-10-30)
Before 1878, no African American was allowed to serve on the Memphis Police Force. But the Yellow Fever epidemic of 1878, which killed more than 5,000 Memphians and forced thousands of others to flee for their lives, altered the city's social fabric and left the city with inadequate police protection.
Is the New Madrid Seismic Zone Cooling? (2007-10-30)
Some say the New Madrid Seismic Zone is cooling, others disagree. Once again controversy is brewing about whether the Mid-South should brace itself for a catastrophic earthquake. What does the New Madrid Seismic Zone mean to the people of the South-Central United States? Candice Ludlow reports.
Memphis Moment - Robert Reed Church (2007-10-25)
Robert Reed Church, Jr. was born on October 26, 1885. He was educated for the world of business and worked with his father in banking for several years. After his father's death in 1912, Church devoted his energies to politics. And that was where he made his greatest contribution.
Defining A Real CMO (2007-10-24)
John Malmo is chairman emeritus of Archer/Malmo Advertising and an independent marketing consultant. For more about Mr. Malmo - and to obtain a copy of his book of 110 two-minute business pearls - go to johnmalmo.com.
Memphis Moment - Old Time Papers (2007-10-23)
James Davis, a long-time Memphis resident and harbor master, was an enthusiastic, if imaginative historian of the city's early years. The facts in his "Old Time Papers," were sometimes more imaginative than factual. But Davis certainly recorded the spirit of the times along with the attitudes and personalities of the early settlers.
Memphis Moment - Doc Hottum (2007-10-18)
On September 22, 1959 Memphis lost one of its greatest businessmen. Christopher H. 'Doc' Hottum, a saloon and restaurant owner, was also a well-known promoter of sporting events, social activities and daring feats. He first rose to fame in Memphis in 1892 when the Frisco Bridge was completed.
Memphis Moment - Court Square (2007-10-17)
Court Square, the true centerpiece of downtown Memphis, endured many trials throughout its history. The park was laid out in 1819 before the first city lot was sold.
High School for Advertising? Ugh! (2007-10-17)
John Malmo is chairman emeritus of Archer/Malmo Advertising and an independent marketing consultant. For more about Mr. Malmo - and to obtain a copy of his book of 110 two-minute business pearls - go to johnmalmo.com.
Memphis Moment - Model T Ford (2007-10-17)
Henry Ford founded a car company and changed our lives forever. His goal was to build a car that most families could afford. The first Model T sold on October 1, 1908.
Memphis Moment - Yazoo Delta's Railroad (2007-10-17)
September 10th, 1884 is an important date in Memphis' history, although often forgotten. This was the day that the final stake was nailed into what was then known as the Yazoo and Mississippi Valley Railroad, later to finally be a part of the Illinois Central Gulf.
Memphis Moment - E.H. Crump (2007-10-17)
On October 16, 1954 one of the most colorful characters in Memphis history, Edward Hull Crump, died shortly after his 70th birthday. "Boss Crump," as he was respectfully referred to, dominated politics and life here for more than 40 years.
After Years of Neglect, Mt. Zion CME Opens Its Doors This Sunday (2007-10-12)
Up highway 51, just ten miles from the Kentucky border, lies the town of Union City, tucked into Tennessee's northwest corner. And in that city, in a neighborhood once known as Baptistville, sits Mount Zion Christian Methodist Episcopal church. Though listed in the National Registry of Historic Places, and now also in this year's Ten Endangered Places in Tennessee, Mount Zion was abandoned two years ago and now faces destruction by neglect.
Food Police (2007-10-03)
About 10 years ago, I wrote a column in the Commercial Appeal on the supbject of what the federal government was doing to cigarette advertising. I said that it set a precedent in the restriction of freedom of commercial speech.
Memphis Moment: Howard's Row (2007-09-27)
Memphis Moments is a co-production of the Pink Palace Family of Museums (www.memphismuseums.org) and the WKNO-FM Stations.
What A Surprise: Advertising Works (2007-09-26)
Whether French fries or a raw carrot, if you put 'em in a McDonald's wrapper, preschoolers say they taste better than the ones in a plain wrapper. That doesn't surprise you, does it?
Memphis Moment: People's Grocery Store (2007-09-25)
Memphis Moments is a co-production of the Pink Palace Family of Museums (www.memphismuseums.org) and the WKNO-FM Stations.
Memphis Moment: Mid-South Fair (2007-09-20)
Memphis Moments is a co-production of the Pink Palace Family of Museums (www.memphismuseums.org) and the WKNO-FM Stations.
Do GEICO Ads Pay? (2007-09-19)
In many lines of business there is almost nothing with which to differentiate one brand from another. So the differentiation becomes advertising. The tactic of grabbing a lion's share of advertising voice in a business category is an old tactic. One after another advertiser comes onto the scene and dominates for a few years. For some of these brands it's a huge success.
Memphis Moment: Davy Crockett Comes To Memphis (2007-09-13)
Memphis Moments is a co-production of the Pink Palace Family of Museums (www.memphismuseums.org) and the WKNO-FM Stations.
It Pays To Inspect (2007-09-12)
I complain a lot about big, impersonal companies that seem hard to deal with. I must confess, though, that it's the big, successful companies that often are the innovators. Many years ago my advertising agency represented all the McDonald's restaurants in this area. As a Mickey D agency one of the requirements was that I, and the McD's executives, spend at least one 8-hour-shift each year working in a McDonald's.
Living With HIV Today (2007-09-11)
African Americans diagnosed with AIDS between 1997 and 2004 are not living as long as their counterparts, Latinos, Alaska Natives, American Indians, Asian Americans, or Whites, according to the Center for Disease Control in Atlanta. But chances for having a full life after diagnosis of HIV/AIDS is much better today than it was when the disease was discovered in the 1980's.
Memphis Moment: Night Time Raid In Memphis (2007-09-11)
Memphis Moments is a co-production of the Pink Palace Family of Museums (www.memphismuseums.org) and the WKNO-FM Stations.
Project Styling - Innovative HIV Prevention (2007-09-11)
The medical community has partnered with the faith-based community and educators to reach more people to try and stop the transmission of HIV and AIDS. Today, we take a look at an innovative program to reach the target population. It's called Project Styling.
Project Styling is another avenue for HIV testing, prevention and education. Michele Daniels is the current Program Manager for Project Styling, which is affiliated with the Community HIV Network.
Memphis Moment: Elvis' First TV Appearance (2007-09-06)
Memphis Moments is a co-production of the Pink Palace Family of Museums (www.memphismuseums.org) and the WKNO-FM Stations.
Drought Conditions Worsen and Mid-South Economy Suffers (2007-08-31)
The drought in the South continues to intensify and is beginning to a far-reaching ripple effect on the local economy.
Memphis Moment - Mary Church Terrell (2007-08-30)
Mary Church Terrell, one of the country's leading activists for civil rights and women's suffrage, was the daughter of black Memphis business tycoon Robert R. Church, Sr.
Breaking Down Barriers to Combat HIV (2007-08-28)
We continue our series on HIV and AIDS in the AFrican American community. Today, we're going to look at how the medical and faith-based communities have come together with a multi-pronged approach to halt or at least minimize the rates of infection. According to the Centers for Disease Control and others working to combat this problem, it's imperative to meet the target population where they are.
Memphis Moment - Robert Reed Church (2007-08-28)
On August 29, 1912, Memphis lost a major figure: Robert Reed Church, Sr. He was the son of a black woman and a white steamboat captain who was also a director of the Union & Planters Bank. Church, himself, founded and was president of the largest black owned bank in Tennessee and became the South's first black millionaire.
Nasty-Gansett (2007-08-28)
My favorite kind of business story is the restoration of a fallen brand. I remember reading a few years ago about a druggist who bought the once important Ipana Toothpaste brand for almost nothing. He and his family set up shop in their garage and lived off the Ipana image.
Mapping to Beat HIV/AIDS (2007-08-28)
The Connect to Protect program is a mapping project headed by St. Jude Children's Research Hospital to identify "hot spots" where more interventions are needed to prevent HIV.
Memphis Moment - Hamlin - Freeman Duel (2007-08-23)
By 1870 dueling had long been outlawed in Tennessee, but that didn't stop two Memphis men from facing off over the love of a woman in a field off of Highway 51, just over the Mississippi state line. Only one would return to Memphis alive.
High Tech Confusion (2007-08-22)
We are all just mobile homes in tornado of technology. We absolutely are swept along controlled automation. Take the lady from Brighton who checked into a chic hotel in Barcelona with her family. The kids wanted the bathroom light on all night. Sorry. It was impossible to discern how to sleep with the bathroom light on and the bedroom lights off.
Blues Project Reduces Infant Mortality (2007-08-21)
Infant mortality rates in the Southeast are staggering. The highest rate of infant mortality is Louisiana, followed by Mississippi, Tennessee, South Carolina, Arkansas, Georgia, West Virginia, Alabama, Florida and North Carolina. In Tennessee, 7 out of 1,000 live births don't see their first birthday. AND the rate is twice that for African Americans.
HIV Outreach Hits the Streets (2007-08-21)
We continue our series on HIV and head to the streets with Project Hope to educate on the dangers and risk factors associated with HIV and prevention, as well as encourage testing.
Memphis Moment - Tennessee and the Women's Suffrage Movement (2007-08-21)
On August, 18, 1920, Tennessee became the 36th state to ratify the 19th Amendment that gave American women the right to vote. Harry T. Burn, a representative from McMinn County, cast the deciding vote after receiving a letter from his mother. As he later commented, Every good boy does what his mother asks.
Memphis Moment - Elvis Remembered (2007-08-16)
For many Memphians of a certain age, August 16th, 1977 was really the Day the Music Died. Elvis Aaron Presley died at his mansion, Graceland, here in our city.
Peanut Butter and Belly (2007-08-15)
I'm old enough to remember when you described a girl's really knockout figure as, say, 36, 24, 36. That's so out of date that teenage boys today probably wouldn't even know what you were talking about. Today, it turns out that a good figure is between an 18.5 and 25.
HIV Testing in the Jails & Prisons (2007-08-14)
African-American women are now at greatest risk of contracting HIV. As we heard last week from the folks on the frontlines, many are pointing to the jails where a disproportionate number of African American men cycle through.
Memphis Moment - Elvis and the "King Creole" Conflict (2007-08-14)
King Creole was Elvis' fourth movie and many critics believe it was his best. The film had a terrific soundtrack and an excellent cast with Elvis, of course, playing the lead. However, in December of 1957, while he was filming the movie, Elvis received his draft notice.
The Future of City-Wide Transporation (2007-08-10)
To live in Memphis, you have to have a car. At least that's what most Memphis drivers say. But what if you don't have one? Chances are you ride the bus, walk, or take your bike to get everywhere you need to go. Next week, the Memphis Metropolitan Planning Organization holds a series of public workshops, intended to let citizens have a hand in the future of citywide transportation.
Memphis Moment - High Point Terrace (2007-08-09)
The High Point Terrace suburb was built for the baby boom. In the 1940's and 50's, this area, then on the outskirts of Memphis, was transformed from large estates, small farms, and forests, to gently curving rows of tract housing. It was the perfect setting for living the American Dream.
When the System Breaks (2007-08-08)
Today's business systems are extraordinary. Airlines keep up with frequent flyer miles for million of passengers. Automatically. Hotel chains...car rental companies keep up with millions of reservations. Changes. Cancellations. Automatically.
Memphis Moment - Yellow Fever Strikes Memphis (2007-08-07)
In August of 1878, Memphis was struck with its most disastrous Yellow Fever epidemic. The Howard Association, a volunteer group of young businessmen, organized a medical corps to help the devastated city. Volunteer physicians and nurses came from all over the country to treat the thousands of disease victims.
HIV Epidemic Slams Mid-South (2007-08-07)
HIV/AIDS is the number one killer of African-American women of childbearing age. WKNO has looked into this pandemic to find out why this group is now at greatest risk.
Memphis Moment - Holiday Inn (2007-08-02)
On August 1, 1952, Kemmons Wilson opened his first Holiday Inn on Summer Avenue in Memphis and changed forever the way American families traveled.
Airlines Fly Backwards (2007-08-01)
I've toiled most of my life in what Madison Avenue would call the backwater of advertising. So I'm fascinated to read what they're doing up yonder. Delta Airlines, for instance, fresh from bankruptcy has launched a new campaign by its new agency that is known for political advertising.
Memphis Moment - Memphis Movie Censorship (2007-07-31)
In the 1920's, Boss Crump appointed Lloyd T. Binford to protect Memphis moviegoers from offensive films. With absolute power over waht could be shown in theaters here, Binford became America's most notorious censor. For 27 years, he saw to it htat many of the country's most popular films were "banned in Memphis."
Memphis Moment - APA Artist Depicts DeSoto's Exploration (2007-07-26)
Three dramatic murals, depicting Hernando DeSoto's exploration of this area, have hung in the lobby of the Pink Palace Mansion for 73 years. They were painted in 1934 by 27-year-old Memphis artist, Burton Callicott.
Know the Language (2007-07-25)
Imagine an operating room in which each doctor and nurse has a different definition of scalpel. While not as life-threatening, that problem exists in business. Few business people share the same definition of marketing. To some it means advertising. To some, sales promotion. Or sales. Or publicity.
Memphis Moment - Yellow Fever Ravages Memphis (2007-07-24)
Two things are certain: the weater is hot and the mosquitoes are hungry. The impact the tiny insect has had on Memphis belies its size. Three times in the 1870's, Memphis was ravaged by yellow fever. The common belief was that stagnant water and rotting vegetation released a poisonous "miasma" into the air. And that "bad air" caused yellow fever and other illnesses.
Memphis Moment - Baptist Memorial (2007-07-19)
One of our largest hospitals, Baptist Memorial Hospital, opened on July 20, 1912. It was located on Union Avenue in what was then the heart of Memphis.
Innovation Means Trade-Offs (2007-07-18)
You probably know that well over 80 percent of new products fail. And that includes line extensions. Like a new raisin bran with thirteen more raisins. What's new about the business of new products, though, is a study by a guy from the Harvard Bee Journal. It's called "The Curse of Innovation, or Why Innovative New Products Fail."
Memphis Moment - Ida B Wells (2007-07-17)
Ida B. Wells was born in Holly Springs, Mississippi on July 16, 1862. Her parents died of yellow fever when she was 16. She supported her seven younger brothers and sisters by teaching school. She managed to attend nearby Rust College, and eventually moved to Memphis where she continued to teach and began writing for a small black newspaper.
Twist-A-Bout (2007-07-13)
Here, mother and daughter, Lula Stolen Samuel, and Cora Samuel Shannon talk about the family tradition of quilting, including getting cotton from Cora's grandfather's cotton field in Crawford, Mississippi.
Memphis Moment - malone and Hyde (2007-07-12)
Farmers and planters in the Mid-South have usually concentrated on cotton, not food crops. This simple fact of life gave Memphis-based wholesale grocers a ready market and a very competitive one.
Trust Is Fragile (2007-07-11)
You read about tainted pet food that killed pets and scared pet owners all over America. It was caused by an ingredient that was imported from China because it was cheaper. Cheaper, but deadly. Not just deadly for pets. The ind of mistake that kills brands.
Facing History In the Middle Schools (2007-07-10)
During a time when Tennessee schools are under increasing scrutiny by the state, Facing History and Ourselves' Memphis office has been working steadily to support the way teachers reach their students. In 1992, the Boston-based not-for-profit, which was co-founded by Memphian Margot Stern Strom, collaborated with six Memphis City Schools to improve the way students connect and identify with contemporary history.
Memphis Moment - Photographer Marion Post Wolcott (2007-07-10)
On July 14, 1938, photographer Marion Post Wolcott was offered a job with the Farm Securities Administration. She was one of many photographers hired to produce a picture of life during the Great Depression. She spent more than three years in the Mid-South, documenting the cotton industry in the upper Mississippi Delta.
Pepsi 'Unchallenge' (2007-07-09)
Our bodies are 50 to 65 percent water. Blood's 88 percent water; muscle 75 percent water. Even bone is 22 percent water. It's no wonder we drink a lot of Coke and Pepsi. Each is about ninety-nine-point-nine-to-the-nth degree water. Soda pop's so popular that people have written books about the cola wars.
Memphis Moment - Church of God In Christ (2007-07-05)
The Church of God In Christ was founded in 1897 by Charles Harrison Mason. Mason was empowered with absolute authority to establish doctrine, appoint church hierarchy, and start new churches.
Memphis Moment - Babe Ruth Plays Memphis (2007-07-03)
In April of 1930, the New York Yankees made a stop at Memphis' Russwood Park for an exhibition game with the Memphis Chicks. The great Babe Ruth was there, but the Memphis fans did not expect to see him play.
This Is My Country (2007-06-29)
Judy Peiser of Center for Southern Folklore interviews her friend and colleague Leonid Saharoyici about his coming to America in 1971 from the communist state of Romania via Italy.
Memphis Moment - Elmwood Cemtery (2007-06-28)
Elmwood Cemetery was founded in 1852, is the oldest, active cemetery in Memphis. The name Elmwood was selected by a drawing from a list of proposed names. Elm trees had to be planted afterwards. This non-denominational cemetery is the final resting place for over 70,000 people of all races, occupations and social status.
Saks Always Fifth Avenue (2007-06-27)
Since 1940 Saks Fifth Avenue has had seven different graphic treatments of its name...or so-called logos. And the guy in charge of that stuff at Saks says, If you asked people across America to identify our logo, they'd be hard-pressed.
Memphis Moment - de Tocquevill's Trek Through the South (2007-06-26)
Alexis de Tocqueville's trek to Memphis was rough. Heading south in the winter they encountered a particularly bitter winter. Near Louisville, Kentucky, they abandoned their steamboat because the Ohio River was blocked by ice. They finally reached Memphis in mid-December hoping to take a boat to New Orleans, only to find the Mississippi frozen over. They were stranded for eight days.
I Just Knew We Were Free (2007-06-22)
Here, Joan Nelson, a tour operator and historian, who was born in Lexington, Tennessee, talks about her experience as a civil rights activist in Memphis, with Nick Yulman of StoryCorps.
Memphis Moment - Rainey Collectin Sparks Pink Palace (2007-06-21)
Paul Rainey's collection of animal hides and heads and Eskimo artifacts was the first major collection acquired by the Pink Palace, donated in 1929, a year before it opened.
Legal Seafoods (2007-06-20)
It's OK if advertising is funny. And there's nothing wrong if advertising's pretty. The only trouble with most funny advertising, and a lot of pretty advertising, is that nobody knows who paid for it.
Can Anybody Catch Up To Heinz (2007-06-20)
When you own a brand that has a market share near 90 percent of its category, it's hard to argue that you oughta pour millions into advertising. At Heinz Ketchup they've been arguing this for years.
Memphis Moment - Mastodon Discovery In Memphis (2007-06-19)
In 1976, two boys exploring Nonconnah Creek found a tusk sticking out of the sand. They showed it to one of their brothers, who was an archeology student, who contacted the Pink Palace Museum. The mastodon was found to be between 23,000 and 17,000 years old.
Can Coke Be Loosey-Goosey? (2007-06-18)
In 1994 Quaker Oats paid $1.7 billion for the beverage brand, Snapple. Three years later Quaker Oats sold Snapple for $300 million. That's a $1.4 billion loss. Why?
Free At Last (2007-06-15)
Husband and wife Taylor and Bessie Rogers talk about segregation and inequality within the school system during the 1960s. They believe in Martin Luther King, Jr.'s I Have A Dream speech made decades ago and how we all will be Free At Last.
Memphis Moment - Commerical Appeal Cartoonist James Alley (2007-06-14)
Cartoons of James P. Alley were the most powerful weapon used by the Commercial Appeal against the Ku Klux Klan in the 1920's. In fact, the cartoons were credited with helping the CA win a Pulitizer Prize in 1923 for its successful fight against the Klan.
What's Your Name Worth? (2007-06-13)
Citi Group paid $400 million to name the New York Mets new ballpark Citi Field. I understand the value of paying to stick your brand on a ballpark or arena. I gotta say, though, if your name is Citi, your brand is so generic that most folks will be unaware that it's Citi with two eyes instead of a Y.
Memphis Moment - The Battle of Memphis (2007-06-12)
When the Civil War broke out, Memphis declared its allegiance to the southern cause. In spite of opposition of East Tennessee Union supporters, on June 8, 1861, Tennessee became the 11th and last state to join the Confederacy. One year later, the Battle of Memphis was lost to the Union in only 90 minutes.
Memphis Moment - Graceland Opens to the Public (2007-06-07)
Daughter Priscella Presley realized that opening the mansion would be one way to deal with the financial drain of Graceland, so she brought in Jack Soden and formed Elvis Presley Enterprises. Graceland opened to the public on June 7, 1982.
Memphis Moment - Memphis Minnie (2007-06-05)
The legendary blues musician, Memphis Minnie McCoy, was born on June 3, 1897, in Algiers, Louisiana. Her real name was Lizzy Douglas. A Columbia Records scout recognized her talent while playing in a Beale Street barber shop. Her debut record, cut in 1929, made her a star.
You Drank Mississippi River Water? (2007-06-01)
Lauren Hesse interviewed her friend Lillian Bukewicz about growing up on the Mississippi River. Bukewicz, born in 1924 on Mud Island, talks about how they were known as the River People and how they made their lives on the Mississippi.
Grits and Oatmeal (2007-06-01)
Deborah Ayes Autry, tells her daughter, Amy Williams, about her trying to stop sucking her thumbs.
Women Aging: Beyond the Script (2007-05-31)
Author Sally Thomason doesn't only want to grow old gracefully; she wants to grow old with authenticity and a beginner's mind. And as it turns out, she's not the only one. Women around the Mid-South including Lenny Neely, amateur photographer, and Diane Stokes Turner, manager of a Memphis beauty shop-- take a fresh look at coming of age.
Memphis Moment - The Church Family - In Spite of Race (2007-05-31)
On Sundays, Robert R. Church, Sr. would take his young daughter Mollie on a buggy ride to visit steamship Captain Charles B. Church. Mollie enjoyed these visits in Captain Church's beautiful home and the kindness which she and her father received from the older man. She noticed the resemblance between her father and Captain B. Church, though one was black and the other, white.
Why Can't Greyhound Win? (2007-05-30)
Greyhound bus was founded in 1914 to transport Minnesota miners for 15 cents a ride. It became a coast-to-coast giant. Peaked in the Sixties. Went bankrupt a few years ago. Now in rehab and recovery mode, Greyhound nonetheless has been described as the domain of the poor and the weird. A public transportation orphan that nobody wants.
Memphis Moment - Dr. R. Q. Venson - Founder of Cotton Maker's Jubilee (2007-05-29)
Dr. R. Q. Venson is well known as the founder of the Cotton Maker's Jubilee. But this Memphis dentist made many other important contributions to the city
Sanitation Workers Strike of 1968 (2007-05-25)
Taylor Rogers, formerly a sanitation worker, and his wife talk about the Sanitation Workers' Strike of 1968 that brought Martin Luther King, Jr. to Memphis and the deplorable working conditions the sanitation workers had to endure.
Memphis Moment - The Bulletin #2 (2007-05-24)
The Bulletin #2 was a luxurious steamboat owned by Captain Charles B. Church. This popular steamer, which ran from Memphis to New Orleans was known for its speed, fine cuisine, and ironically, fire safety. The boat left Memphis for the last time on March 22, 1855 with Captain Church in command.
Pay More At Payless (2007-05-23)
You are fat and happy in Topeka with forty-five-hundred Payless Shoe Stores across America. Life is rosy. Then Wal-Mart knocks the bloom off your rose. You're already selling shoes under fifteen bucks, so what do you do?
Memphis Moment - The Great Bride At Memphis (2007-05-22)
On May 12, 1892 The Great Bridge at Memphis opened with historic fanfare. Later called the Frisco bridge, it was one of the great engineering feats of the Industrial Age. It was the first bridge across the lower Mississippi River and the third-longest in the world.
Memphis Moment - Josiah Settle - African American Attorney (2007-05-17)
Josiah Settle was born a slave in 1850 but was freed, along with his mother and siblings by his white father. Josiah received an excellent education. He attended Oberlin College and Howard University and earned a Law Degree from Howard in 1875.
Everybody Knows Your Name (2007-05-16)
The Wall Street Journal wanted to see if banks have gotten any nicer to customers. So they sent two reporters to five different New York banks. They scored the banks on retail ambience, customer service and services. Measuring customer service in a bank is not really fair. It's like timing a race between one-legged runners.
Memphis Moment - Church's Park on Beale (2007-05-15)
By the end of the 19th century, the city of Memphis had not provided any parks for the African American community. So in 1899, Robert R. Church, a wealthy black businessman, decided to take on the task himself.
Youth Violence: Can It Be Prevented? (2007-05-14)
Youth violence is a serious social problem in our society today. Facing History and Ourselves will present a panel discussion, Youth Violence: Can It Be Prevented? at the University of Memphis tonight.
Out of Her Habit (2007-05-11)
William M Byrd, Jr. interviews his father William M. Byrd about his faith.
Memphis Moment - Memphis Religious History In Black and White (2007-05-10)
Memphis has had a rich and colorful religious history. In the 1820s traveling ministers called circuit riders visited the community, preaching to whoever came. An African-American traveling minister, Harry Lawrence, always attracted a racially mixed audience. The circuit riders served a purpose, but people wanted permanent congregations with their own building and ministers.
Legal Seafoods (2007-05-09)
It's OK if advertising is funny. And there's nothing wrong if advertising's pretty. The only trouble with most funny advertising, and a lot of pretty advertising, is that nobody knows who paid for it.
Memphis Moment - Tom Lee Saved Many On the Mississippi (2007-05-08)
The Memphis riverfront has recently been graced with a new tribute to local hero, Tom Lee. A life-sized bronze sculpture by Wyoming sculptor David Alan Clark dramatically recalls the events that made Lee a hero. It was May 8, 1925 and the Mid-South Society of Civil Engineers was holding their convention in Memphis.
No Fraternizing (2007-05-04)
Elvin "Lee" Jones, a former Memphis Doo Wop singer, remembers being shut out of all the cafes and clubs in Memphis for one year because of an incident with another band member and for being friendly with white women.
Memphis Moment - Robert Church - Early Entrepreneur (2007-05-03)
Robert R. Church, Sr. had a remarkable talent for business. From his first enterprise, the Bob Church Saloon in downtown Memphis, he moved into real estate and banking and accumulated a fortune. In the late 1870s, this savvy entrepreneur took advantage of a tragic opportunity, when yellow fever epidemics nearly devastated Memphis.
CMO's Are Out of Touch (2007-05-02)
You may be as surprised as I was to learn that America's chief marketing officers say they are, "trying to align their companies' marketing to their companies' strategic dirctions." Lemme say that another way.
Memphis Moment - The Flood of April, 1912 (2007-05-01)
The flood of April 1912 was one of the worst ever seen in the Mississippi Valley. Heavy winter snowfall melted suddenly, sending floodwaters over the banks of the Mississippi and its tributaries. Levees on both sides of the river gave way.
The Song Is Over (2007-05-01)
Quick. What's this? "Plop, plop, fizz, fizz...Oh what a relief it is." Now this? "Hold the pickle. Hold the lettuce. Speical orders don't upset us." You said...
Cat Tail Story (2007-04-27)
Mary Carroll Chadwick interviews her mother Peggy Park Carroll about growing up in Alabama.
Mississippi Hobo Jungle (2007-04-27)
For those of us with something close to a regular life, the whole notion of the Hobo seems entirely foreign. But life on the roads and rails was a matter of survival for about two million American workers during the Depression. In fact, it still is, for a small but robust population of traveling workers who call themselves hobos today.
Zen Approach To Methodism (2007-04-20)
Murray Franklin Hudson interviews his first cousin once removed Celeste Annabelle Hardy Wray of Memphis and asks her to give advice to the youth about how to get the most out of life.
AFLAC Without A Duck (2007-04-18)
Is there anybocy with a TV set who does not know the AFLAC duck? Who does not know the sound of, A-F-L-A-C?
Birmingham Church Bombing (2007-04-13)
Peggy Park Carroll tells her daughter Mary Carroll Chadwick about the early Civil Rights Era and the Birmingham Church Bombing where three little girls were killed, and how that moment effected her views on race relations.
Pop-Up Stores (2007-04-11)
If somebody tells you about a great new pop-up...he's probably not talking about one of those ads that pop up on your computer screen.
Lessons Learned From Katrina - A Response Network (2007-04-10)
In the days following Hurricane Katrina, countless Americans watched, and listened, to the growing chaos in disbelief.
One nurse, Kathy McGregor, frustrated in her efforts to deploy to the Gulf through the Red Cross, FEMA, the Salvation Army, and the Federal Department of Health, found her own way with the help of the National Nurses Organizing Committee.
The Umbrella Is Found (2007-04-04)
If you've ever lost a really nice, really expensive umbrella, then you must know how the guys at Travelers Insurance feel. Travelers Insurance had this terrific red umbrella logo since the 1800's.
Louis Menand and the Backstory of Ideas (2007-04-04)
American policy during the Cold War has helped shaped our culture in surprising, and sometimes insidious, ways. Louis Menand, Pulitzer Prize-winning author of The Metaphysical Club and American Studies, is here at the University of Memphis this week to delve into the subject with a talk on Art and Ideas in the Cold War.
On Becoming A Mother (2007-03-30)
Marisa Knox of Memphis interviews her daughter Linda Knox on becoming a mother.
The Power of Roller Derby (2007-03-29)
Roller derby is coming back, and with force. For women, the sport may provide an
avenue of empowerment. The Memphis Roller Derby recently formed a league of their own, and they meet and compete at Funquest in Collierville. Toby Sells reports on this brand new obsession, yet old-school sport.
The Minimum Wage (2007-03-28)
First, I should tell you I'm financially conservative and socially liberal. I think the Republicans are mentally challenged. And the Democrats are ethically challenged. The quesiton is if the country is better off in the hands of competent crooks or well-meaning boobs.
Memphis Moment - W C HandyDied March 28, 1958 (2007-03-27)
Memphis Moments is co-produced by the Pink Palace Family of Museums (http://www.memphismuseums.org) and WKNO-FM, and airs on Tuesdays and Thursdays during All Things Considered on the WKNO Stations.
"Lindy Boggs: Steel and Velvet" - A Career Chronicled (2007-03-26)
Today, women are making inroads into the political power structure of America. Former Congress Woman Lindy Boggs of Louisiana has helped lead the way. Candice Ludlow caught up with independent filmmaker Bess Carrick, to talk with her about making the film Lindy Boggs: Steel and Velvet.
Taking Up Arms In East Memphis (2007-03-23)
Mary Carroll Chadwick of Memphis interviews her mother Peggy Park Carroll of Germantown about the tension throughout the city of Memphis following the assassination of Martin Luther King, Jr. and the white fright pulsating East Memphis.
The Big Bang: Filmmaker Examines Post Katrina Pet Crisis (2007-03-22)
Tom McPhee had no intention of shooting a film when he went down to the Gulf Coast to volunteer days after Katrina struck. Eighteen months later, he's presenting An American Opera in the eighth annual Memphis International Film Festival.
Memphis Moment - Cossitt Library Unequal Access 3-23-1960 (2007-03-22)
Memphis Moments is co-produced by the Pink Palace Family of Museums (http://www.memphismuseums.org) and WKNO-FM, and airs on Tuesdays and Thursdays during All Things Considered on the WKNO Stations.
Don't Save On Tools (2007-03-21)
Born during the depression, I am an enemy of waste. I dry my hands with one paper towel. Stick the last sliver of soap onto the new bar. But even I have to draw a line somewhere. I draw the line on pencils.
Memphis Moment - Mrs. Trollope Charmed By Green Parrots (2007-03-20)
Memphis Moments is co-produced by the Pink Palace Family of Museums (http://www.memphismuseums.org) and WKNO-FM, and airs on Tuesdays and Thursdays during All Things Considered on the WKNO Stations.
On Motherhood (2007-03-16)
Susan Autry Currier tells her mother, Deborah Ayres Autry, how much she appreciates her.
Memphis Moment - Elmwood Cemetary and African American History (2007-03-15)
Memphis Moments is co-produced by the Pink Palace Family of Museums (http://www.memphismuseums.org) and WKNO-FM, and airs on Tuesdays and Thursdays during All Things Considered on the WKNO Stations.
Apologies Work (2007-03-14)
Even most professional sales people don't understand that the primary element of customer service is customer communication. So, wurely, we can understand why there's such a lack of communication between doctors and nurses and their customers - patients and patient families.
Memphis Moment - Fed Ex First Overnight Run March 12, 1973 (2007-03-13)
Memphis Moments is co-produced by the Pink Palace Family of Museums (http://www.memphismuseums.org) and WKNO-FM, and airs on Tuesdays and Thursdays during All Things Considered on the WKNO Stations.
Wino (2007-03-09)
Janine Earney of West Memphis, Arkansas interviews her mother, Huguette Buford, who was a child in France during WWII about playing with her brother and a tea cup she found.
Memphis Moment - Pink Palace Museum (2007-03-08)
Memphis Moments is co-produced by the Pink Palace Family of Museums (http://www.memphismuseums.org) and WKNO-FM, and airs on Tuesdays and Thursdays during All Things Considered on the WKNO Stations.
Newspapers Are Local (2007-03-07)
Some business categories have had a hard time learning to be effective marketers. Like newspapers, which for centuries simply had no competition. Today if you can read you know that almost all newspapers are struggling to survive.
Memphis Moment - Julia Hooks & Ida B. Wells Help Desegregate Theater (2007-03-06)
Memphis Moments is co-produced by the Pink Palace Family of Museums (http://www.memphismuseums.org) and WKNO-FM, and airs on Tuesdays and Thursdays during All Things Considered on the WKNO Stations.
The Night Before Martin Luther King, Jr. Was Assassinated (2007-03-02)
Husband and wife, Taylor and Bessie Rogers remember Martin Luther King, Jr.'s speech the night before the peaceful sanitation workers' march at Mason Temple in Memphis, which was also the night before King was assassinated. That night they swore that they could tell that Martin Luther King, Jr. knew that something was going to happen to him.
Memphis Moment - Carl Gutherz' Mardi Gras Designs (2007-03-02)
Memphis Moments is co-produced by the Pink Palace Family of Museums (http://www.memphismuseums.org) and WKNO-FM, and airs on Tuesdays and Thursdays during All Things Considered on the WKNO Stations.
Craig Brewer On "Black Snake Moan" (2007-03-02)
For Craig Brewer, blues is about anxiety. The independent filmmaker talked about the seed which sprouted while going back and forth between Memphis and California to make "Hustle and Flow."
Trademark the Town (2007-02-28)
In Katonah, New York, it's just one thing after another. First, they had to move the place in 1897 when a new reservoir was created. Now poor Katonahns must deal with Martha Stewart.
Memphis Moment - Civil Rights Leader Reverend James Lawson (2007-02-27)
Civil Rights Leader Reverend James Lawson was instrumental in strategizing the Sanitation Workers' Strike of 1968 in Memphis. He often said to activists to "march with joy."
On the River (2007-02-23)
Memphian Jerry Meanley interviews his sister, Captain Dale Meanley Lozier about her love of boating, which began when they were children when their father bought the Memphis Queen. Three generations later, she is the captain of the Memphis Queen III.
Memphis Moment - A Colored Woman In A White World (2007-02-22)
Mary Eliza Church, born in Memphis in 1863. An African American child, born during the Civil War, Mary would live a remarkable life of privilege and accompishment, working for social change.
The Car Business (2007-02-21)
I've been in advertising and marketing for almost 50 years, and I confess. I just do not understand the automobile business. Oh, I know how cars get to consumers, and I understand the economics of car dealerships. What I mean is - I have never understood the mind of the automobile manufacturer.
Memphis Moment - Religious History In Black and White (2007-02-20)
Memphis had a rich, colorful religious history in the 19th century. The first preaching recorded in Memphis was done by a slave and at least one white congregation had a black minister.
Memphis Moment - Francis Trollope Visits Memphis (2007-02-16)
British writer Francis Trollope arrived in Memphis by steamboat in January, 1827 to visit Neshoba, a utopian community east of Memphis, and describe the city.
The American Dream and the Minimum Wage (2007-02-16)
America is a land full of big spaces, big characters, big ideas and big contradictions. In the land of plenty, one might not expect to find people struggling over the issue of a minimum, or even, a living wage. Sarah Ledbetter explores the possibility of the American Dream through the lens of the current debate on raising the minimum wage.
Memphis Moment - Frances Dancy Hooks (2007-02-16)
Frances Dancy Hooks was born on February 23, 1927 in Memphis. She, alongside her husband, Benjamin L. Hooks, former president of the NAACP, in his fight for racial equality.
Memphis Moment - Memphis Mardi Gras (2007-02-16)
Memphians first celebrated Mardis Gras on February 1, 1872. This was at a time of economic hardship, memories of the Civil War and a yellow fever epidemic.
2007 Super Bowl (2007-02-16)
They say millions of people watch the Super Bowl as much for the commercials as the football.
Memphis Moment - Martin Brothers Prominent in Politics, Medicine and Sports (2007-02-16)
The Martin brothers, born in Mississippi in the 1880's, came to Memphis and became prominent in medicine, politics and sports. All were active Republicans and African American.
Pepsi Niche Marketing (2007-02-16)
Market segmetation has become one of the most popular and most successful marketing strategies. Few remember, though, the great early niche marketing successes like Pepsi Cola. It was 1941...
I Just Found A Blank Spot and Tuned It In (2007-02-16)
Radiologist and owner of several radio stations George Flinn reminisces with long-time friend Judy Peiser about building a low power radio station after their school cancelled their broadcasting program.
Memphis Moment - Sanitation Workers' Strike (2007-02-16)
On February 12, 1968, city sanitation workers went on strike over pay and other grievances. The strike escalated over the next two months as the workers demanded the right to unionize.
One Word: Lover (2007-02-09)
Murray Franklin Hudson of Dyersburg, Tennessee interviews his first cousin once removed Celeste Annabelle Hardy Wray about how she wants to be remembered.
Community Comes Out To Support the Greening of Greater Memphis (2007-02-09)
Imagine pathways through the city and county for everyone but cars. That's what the Greening Greater Memphis coaltion is trying to accomplish. And they just might.
Greening Greater Memphis (2007-02-07)
There's a movement under foot, or at least that's what the people of Greening Greater Memphis say.
From That Day On, I Went To School (2007-02-02)
Beverly Guest Kirkwood interviews her sister-in-law Lillian Lajuana Walker who was a child during the Civil Rights Era in Memphis about the privilege of going to school.
Memphis Moment: Cossitt Library (2007-01-17)
Memphis Moments is co-produced by the Pink Palace Family of Museums (http://www.memphismuseums.org) and WKNO-FM, and airs on Tuesdays and Thursdays during All Things Considered on the WKNO Stations.
National Conference For Media Reform Kicks Off In Memphis (2007-01-11)
Memphis, a city notorious for movie censorship in the 1940's and 50's, is host to the National Conference for Media Reform.
Memphis Moment - Episcopal Nuns Set Up School For Girls (2007-01-04)
In 1873, three Episcopal sisters from the Community of St. Mary in New York were sent to Memphis to establish a school for girls.
Memphis Moment - Escaped Slavery By Joining Union (2007-01-04)
During the Civil War, Allen James Walker, who was born a slave near Germantown, Tennessee, in 1845, escaped slavery by joining with the Union forces.
Memphis Moment - History of the Lorraine Motel (2007-01-04)
The Lorraine Motel, the site of Dr. Martin Luther King's assassination, has had a long, uneven history.
Memphis Moment - Nation's 4th Blood Bank, Memphis, 1938 (2007-01-04)
When the nation's fourth blood bank opened in Memphis in 1938, blood transfustions were still new technology, connecting patients directly to donors via tubes.
Memphis Moment - Lucie Campbell Gospel Musician and Teacher (2007-01-03)
It's been said that Lucie Campbell was to religious music what W.C. Handy was to the Blues.
Memphis Moment - Back to Beale Street (2007-01-03)
Beale Street is home of the blues and was coined such by W.C. Handy. But in the 1940's the Memphis City Commission changed the name of Beale Street to Beale Avenue because all east-west roads were designated as avenues. Later, in the 1955 Danny Thomas wrote a song to "Bring Back Our Beale Street."