Sunday Morning Magazine With Rodney Lear

Angie Thomas was born and raised in Mississippi, but now calls Atlanta her home. A former teen rapper, she holds a BFA in creative writing. Her award-winning, acclaimed debut novel, The Hate U Give is a #1 New York Times bestseller and major motion picture from Fox 2000. Thomas is also the author of On the Come Up, Concrete Rose and the Nick Blake and the Remarkables series. 

Tara Sullivan is the author of the award-winning and critically acclaimed Golden Boy and The Bitter Side of Sweet. She was born in India and spent her childhood living in Bangladesh, Ecuador, Bolivia and the Dominican Republic with her parents, who were international aid workers. 

Alan Gratz is the #1 New York Times Bestselling author of nineteen novels for young readers. His 2017 novel, Refugee has spent more than four years on the New York Times bestseller list. 

Jerry Craft is the New York Times bestselling author and illustrator of the graphic novels New Kid and Class Act. New Kid is the only book in history to win the John Newbery Medal for the most outstanding contribution to children’s literature (2020); the Kirkus Prize for Young Readers’ Literature (2019), and the Coretta Scott King Author Award for the most outstanding work by an African American writer (2020). Jerry was born in Harlem and grew up in the Washington Heights section of New York City.

Michael Garland is the award-winning and bestselling author and illustrator of more than 30 children’s books, including Americana Adventure and Miss Smith and the Haunted Library. His Miss Smith’s Incredible Storybook won the California and Delaware State Reading Awards. 

Lena Haas, Principal and Head of Wealth Management Advice and Solutions, Edward Jones; Ken Dychtwald, Founder and CEO, Age Wave. Lena and Ken join the show with tips and financial advice for those planning to retire. They also discussed factors that often cause people to postpone retirement plans. 

Julie is the Director of Development for the Southwest Ohio Northeast Kentucky Division and Major Lopez is the Director of Operations for Greater Cincinnati. Our guests joined us to talk about the summer programs available through the Salvation Army including the Storybook Picnic and Kettle Trot. https://easternusa.salvationarmy.org/greater-cincinnati/ https://give.salvationarmy.org/campaign/greater-cincinnati-kettle-trot-2023/c475764  

New Life provides furniture to families in need through partnerships with social service agencies providing direct client-facing services. Many families are overcoming homelessness, domestic abuse, extreme poverty, or other devastating circumstances. https://nlfurniture.org/

It is a topic that everyone wants to avoid, however death is a part of life. Attorney Dan Vu joined Sunday Morning Magazine to discuss estate planning. While on the air, Vu explained the purpose of a will, a trust, and a living trust. He says that many people operate under the misconception that a will is only for the super healthy. Vu discussed some of the mistakes that people often make when putting a will together. In addition, he gave advice from an estate planning standpoint, in a variety of categories that are relevant to listeners including: same sex couples and small business owners. https://www.cooperadelvu.com/

Why West Virginia is the perfect destination for families this summer: Far removed from the long lines, busy schedules and flashy price tags of today’s family vacations, a new type of getaway awaits in West Virginia. Awe-inspiring views, family-focused adventures and unique lodging options make planning your next retreat a breeze, which is why Outside Magazine named the New River Gorge the Best Family Trip in the nation. Find out what it feels like to return from vacation refreshed and reconnected instead of drained and drawn in Almost Heaven. Official website: wvtourism.com  Instagram: @wvtourism Twitter: @WVtourism Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WVtourism/

Why Hamilton County, Indiana is the perfect destination for families this summer: There’s something for everyone in the family to enjoy in Hamilton County, Indiana. Discover kid-friendly attractions like Conner Prairie, the Nickel Plate Express, and Monon Waterpark. Families can also explore outdoors through Hamilton County’s extensive trail system and dozens of parks.   Official website: VisitHamiltonCounty.com Instagram handle: visithamiltonco Twitter handle: visithamiltonco Facebook: visithamiltonco  

Why Dollywood is the perfect destination for families this summer: Dollywood Parks & Resorts offers families a premium destination where they can create lasting memories. Every member of the family, from the youngest to the oldest, can find an attraction to enjoy. With award-winning entertainment, culinary options and attractions, Dollywood is the perfect destination for families this summer.    Social Media Official website: www.dollywood.com Instagram handle: @dollywood Twitter handle: @dollywood Facebook: @dollywood

About the destination: Visit Pensacola is the destination organization for Escambia County which includes Pensacola, Pensacola Beach and Perdido Key. With over 460 years of rich history and 18 miles of sugar-white sand beaches bordered by the emerald-green waters of the Gulf of Mexico, visitors from all over the world are lured to our pristine shores every year. Visit Pensacola supports the community vision of tourism by serving as the central body responsible for building tourism as an economic engine for our community through leadership, connection, collaboration and communication. Official website: https://www.visitpensacola.com/ Instagram handle: @visitpensacola Twitter handle: @VisitPensacola Facebook: @visitpensacola or https://www.facebook.com/visitpensacola

Why COSI is the perfect destination for families this summer: COSI is a perfect destination for families because there’s literally something for everyone. Science is everywhere and for everyone, and that statement comes to life at COSI every day. From our classic exhibits like Ocean, Gadgets, Life and Progress to our amazing traveling exhibits like Tutankhamun: His Tomb and His Treasures and Nature’s Superheroes, we have a science topic of interest for you and everyone you’re bringing for a fun day of exploring and learning.   Official website: https://cosi.org/ Instagram handle: @COSIScience Twitter handle: @COSI Facebook: @COSIScience

Guest: Jay Kruz, Travel Writer for the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport (CVG), Host of Jay’s Journey’s,   Topic: Advice for Families Traveling this Summer   Main link www.cvgairport.com/jetwithjay Traveling with kids https://jetwithjay.cvgairport.com/the-14-things-youve-gotta-pack-when-traveling-with-kids/ Packing for everyone https://jetwithjay.cvgairport.com/heres-what-to-pack-for-your-holiday-trip-and-three-things-to-leave-at-home/ Low cost flights https://jetwithjay.cvgairport.com/jays-best-of-the-best-low-cost-flights-and-what-to-do-when-you-get-there/

Natasha, Council on Aging. The Council on Aging (COA) is helping low‐income older adults get access to fresh fruits and vegetables through local farmers’ markets. Eligible older adults can enroll in the free U.S. Department of Agriculture Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP). The program provides fresh, nutritious, unprepared locally grown fruits, vegetables, fresh cut herbs and honey through two dozen participating farmers’ markets and roadside stands.     A list of enrollment dates and locations, as well as a list of participating farmers’ markets is available on Council on Aging’s website: www.help4seniors.org/farmersmarket.

Summerfair 2023 will be held at Coney Island June 2nd, 3rd and 4th. Summerfair will feature more than 350 fine artists from all around the country. Summerfair has grown into one of the oldest continuous art fairs. Artists exhibit their art at the fair in categories such as photography, painting, wood, ceramics, fibers, leather and jewelry. https://summerfair.org/

  ·        Nicola Griffin, International Supermodel. Nicola had the fashion world buzzing when she became the oldest women to ever be featured in the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue. She is defying stereotypes and redefining beauty standards.  Twitter: @nicolagriffin3 https://www.facebook.com/NicolaGriffinModel/ https://www.instagram.com/nicolajgriffin/?hl=en

·        Chris Donovan, Women’s Luxury Fashion Show Brand Designer. After more than 25 years as a telephone operator, Donovan made a drastic career switch to pursue a lifelong dream to design women’s shoes. To make this dream a reality, Donovan studied at one of the most prestigious fashion schools in the world, Polimoda Fashion Institute. https://chrisdonovanfootwear.com/ https://www.facebook.com/chrisdonovanfootwear/ https://twitter.com/DonovanFootwear https://www.instagram.com/chrisdonovanfootwear/?hl=en

·        Michelle Hopkins, TV Personality, Co-Host, Cincy Lifestyle, WCPO-TV 9 (Weekdays 10:00am). Michelle recently found her way back to television and WCPO specifically after spending the last five years doing community relations and communications at Cincinnati Children’s Medical Center. She also worked at Mercy Health and the Hamilton County Community Action Agency after time at WCPO-TV in the 90’s and WLWT-TV from 2000 to 2010. https://twitter.com/michelleprpro?lang=en https://www.instagram.com/michelletvpr/?hl=en https://www.facebook.com/michellehopkins15/