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Empowerment Symposium: Inspiring Black and Brown Professionals to Lead 39:29

15d ago39:29

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In this episode of Breaking Barriers, recorded at the Empowerment Symposium in Iowa City, Anthony, Nick, and Joy explore racial equity, economic development, and generational shifts in the workplace. They discuss the courage needed for organizations to stand for racial justice, the importance of empowering women of color in economic development, an…

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A Conversation About Immaculate Grid (and a preview for Our Beloved Medium) 15:54

4M ago15:54

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Stuart speaks with Adam Darowski from Sports-Reference about how they aquired the game, Immaculate Grid. There's also a preview for a new Audio Documentary, to be relased as a podcast in 2025. Support OBM Pod: https://ourbelovedmedium.com/ Immaculate Grid: https://www.immaculategrid.com/ Sports Reference: https://www.sports-reference.com/…

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Embracing Differences and Making a Difference 52:55

4M ago52:55

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About the Guest(s): Michele Sullivan is a renowned speaker, author, and advocate for diversity, equity, and inclusion. Born with a rare form of dwarfism, Michele has overcome numerous challenges throughout her life and has become a strong advocate for equal opportunities for all. She had a successful career at Caterpillar, where she served as the D…

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Finding Common Ground: Strategies for Productive Conversations 51:38

7M ago51:38

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About the Guest(s): Kameron Middlebrooks is a highly driven individual dedicated to advocating for civil rights and social change. His career began when he served as a youth representative on the NAACP board of directors before transitioning to a leading role within the organization. Kameron has a rich history of organizing and mobilizing communiti…

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Episode 7: Ciroc Saturday B2B @Barcode Hatfield - Soul Jam & ReaDaSoul 1:43:53

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Black Iowa News Founder Fights for Representation and Equity 51:04

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About the Guest(s): Dana James is a prominent figure in the journalism industry, particularly championing the voice of the Black community in Iowa. She stands as the publisher and founder of Black Iowa News, which is currently the only Black-owned newspaper in Iowa. With her background as a former reporter for the Des Moines Register, Dana brings h…

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Origins 38:46

8M ago38:46

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In the mid-late 19th century, people were playing a few different bat and ball games. Baseball eventually emerged as fan favorite and this is the story of how that happened. This episode played out over a two and a half year period. Through conversations, research, and some field work, Origins tells three different stories in a single episode. To s…

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Black Women in Economic Development: Navigating Challenges and Driving Change 1:00:54

8M ago1:00:54

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About the Guest(s): Dr. Ladrina Wilson: CEO of the Quad Cities Chamber of Commerce, with a background in higher education administration and a passion for community service. Nicole Sallis: Director of Communications for Grow Cedar Valley, with experience in fashion, entertainment, branding, and marketing. Episode Summary: In this episode, Dr. LaDri…

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The Intersection of Identity 48:15

8M ago48:15

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About the Guest(s): Jasmine Briscoe is a young, driven professional making her mark from Iowa all the way to New York City. She graduated with an IB diploma from the first International Baccalaureate program in Waterloo, Iowa, and moved on to attend NYU as an MLK scholar, majoring in psychology and sociocultural analysis with a concentration in int…

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The importance of diversity in homeownership and his personal journey towards DEI&B 43:43

9M ago43:43

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About The Guest(s): Jeff Disterhoft is the former CEO of GreenState Credit Union, where he led the organization's growth and commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. He has a background in finance and has been nationally recognized for his leadership in the industry. Summary: Jeff Disterhoft discusses the importance of diversity i…

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It's Personal: Why DEI&B Matters to Me 54:07

9M ago54:07

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About The Guest(s): Melanie Ryan is a leadership and culture development expert with over 20 years of experience. She is the founder of a nonprofit called Beck's Place and has a background in finance. Melanie is passionate about creating equitable teams and facilitating individual growth. Summary: Melanie Ryan discusses her decision to leave her co…

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Breaking HR In The Manufacturing Industry 56:09

10M ago56:09

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About The Guest(s): Kyle Roed is the Vice President of Human Resources at CPM Holdings and the Founder and CEO of Human Innovation LLC. He is also the Co-Founder of Disrupt HR in Cedar Valley and the creator and host of the Rebel HR Podcast. Summary: Kyle Roed, Vice President of Human Resources at CPM Holdings, joins the Breaking Barriers podcast t…

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Major League Baseball Legends Discuss Racism and Diversity in the Sport 48:30

10M ago48:30

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About The Guest(s): Reggie Sanders: Former Major League Baseball player, played for 17 years, won the World Series with the Arizona Diamondbacks in 2001, currently works for the Kansas City Royals in their front office. Dmitri Young: Former Major League Baseball player, played for 13 years, won the National League Comeback Player of the Year in 200…

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Lack of Funding and Heart Hinders Diversity in Baseball 42:13

11M ago42:13

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About The Guest(s): Preston Wilson: Former professional baseball player who played 10 seasons in the major leagues, won the World Series in 2006, and was an All-Star in 2003. Ray Burris: Former professional baseball player who played 15 years in the big leagues and is currently involved in developing young athletes. Michael Tucker: Former professio…

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From the Field to the Boardroom: Understanding the Business Side of Baseball as a Minority Player 37:23

11M ago37:23

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About The Guest(s): Earnest “Coach E” Horton is the Founder and CEO of Black Baseball Media, a high-profile company based in Chicago that focuses on providing opportunities for minorities in the game of baseball. He is also a baseball coach and is passionate about helping young players develop their skills on and off the field. Summary: Coach E dis…

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Breaking Barriers in Banking and Community Development 51:27

12M ago51:27

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Reshonda Young is the co-founder of Bank of Jabez, a Black-owned bank and community development financial institution (CDFI) in Waterloo, Iowa. She is also the director of 24/7 Black, a Black business entrepreneurship accelerated program that helps Black business owners develop and market their ideas. Reshonda is a native of Waterloo, Iowa, and has…

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Banned Books: Censorship and Silencing the Marginalized 58:14

1y ago58:14

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About The Guest(s): Charity is the Executive Director of the Cedar Rapids Public Library Foundation and has been involved in nonprofit work for many years. She is passionate about advocating for libraries and protecting intellectual freedom. Summary: Charity discusses the issue of book banning and censorship in libraries. She explains that book ban…

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Humizie My Hoodie Empowering Underrepresented Communities With Fashion 51:27

1y ago51:27

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Andre Wright is a designer, activist, visionary, and community builder. He is the Co-founder of Humanize My Hoodie, a global fashion activism movement that designs hoodies to inspire, empower, and spark meaningful conversations. Andre has been recognized for his work and featured on New York Fashion Week, Politico, NPR, Essence Magazine, and more.S…

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Navigating Challenges and Promoting Equity in Education and Sports 1:11:19

1y ago1:11:19

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About The Guest(s): Robert L. Smith is a native of Dallas and a long-time advocate for equity in sports and education. He played football at the University of Iowa and has had a successful career as an NCAA Big Ten football official. He currently serves as the Executive Director of the Educational Opportunity Programs and Special Community Services…

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Hightlight: The Authentic Approach to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging 5:01

1y ago5:01

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Checkout the full show: ttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nyoCvyghdPQ&t=55s Vince and Chris are experts in the field of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. They have a unique and authentic approach to addressing culture issues within organizations. They challenge traditional methods and focus on understanding the root causes of diversity and …

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The Evolution of DEI: Stretching, Resilience, and the Fight for Progress 52:01

1+ y ago52:01

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In this episode of Breaking Barriers we interview Alfred Ramirez. Alfred Ramirez is a keynote speaker, coach, trainer, and facilitator for public and private organizations. He has held various positions in the public and private sectors, including serving as President Clinton's White House Associate Director of Presidential Personnel and the Execut…

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Driving Change with Justice Tech TurnSignl - Innovating for Safer Police Interactions and Social Justice 42:14

1+ y ago42:14

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In this episode, we had the privilege of having an inspiring conversation with the founders of TurnSignl, an innovative tech company that's making waves in the social justice space. Jazz Hampton, Andre Creighton, and Michael are three Black men who decided to use their skills and backgrounds in law, finance, and technology to create a platform that…

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Top RANK Culture Anniversary Episode 47:10

1+ y ago47:10

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Happy 5 year anniversary to Top RANK! We are so glad to be helping all of the organizations and communities we have had the opportunity to collaborate with on advancing DEI&B, and we look forward to continuing the journey. WOW has the world changed since 2018! What has happened? Why are we in so much turmoil in America and globally? Are we being ho…

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Changing Business, Ending The Performance of DEI&B 43:57

1+ y ago43:57

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In this episode of Breaking Barriers, co-hosts Anthony Arrington and Nick Ford welcomes Heather Schott, the Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at Krause Group, the parent company for a diverse set of businesses that include convenience retail, logistics, Italian wineries, and hospitality, real estate, agriculture, and soccer clubs. A nati…

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Leveraging Privilege To Advance Equity 49:48

1+ y ago49:48

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“There's freedom of speech, right? Whether, what some people want to say, whether I wanna hear it, whether others wanna hear it. I think that our country's built on the freedom to say, even very stupid things.”Words from Dr. Lori Sundberg, the president at Kirkwood Community College, nationally renowned community college in Iowa.Dr. Sunberg, who is…

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Audience by Castos Re-Air: Realism in Audio Fiction 27:12

1+ y ago27:12

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As work on new episodes continue, here's an episode from a show I produce for Castos called Audience. My work with castos takes me behind the scenes of all different kinds of cool audip projects and a while back I got to profile a really cool podcast called Northwoods Baseball Sleep Radio. So with the permission of Castos, I'm sharing that episode …

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How Hip Hop is the Music of Diversity and Change 1:03:17

1+ y ago1:03:17

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We had the pleasure of sitting down with Khafre Jay, the Bay Area Hunters Point activist who is using his passion for music and community justice to make a difference. Khafre Jay is the founder of Hip Hop for Change, a revolutionary nonprofit Hip-Hop organization that has been recognized by several organizations.The conversation kicks off with Khaf…

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The “Black and White” Rule | Navy's lack of diversity is hurting the country's progress 1:04:12

1+ y ago1:04:12

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Anthony Arrington, Nick Ford, and Joy Briscoe discuss how to approach race-related issues in the workplace. Joy passionately urges listeners to stay vigilant and be attuned to the subtle behaviors that could indicate discriminatory treatment. She empowers her audience to take action and be the catalyst for change. Two distinguished Navy veterans, J…

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Exploring the Impact of Race on Diversity in the Workplace 51:50

1+ y ago51:50

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Join the Top RANK Culture Team as they dive into an insightful and engaging conversation with the incredible Daniela (Dani) Herrera! In this video, you'll get a closer look at the journey of an award-winning EDI professional and the inspiring story of Dani, a career coach and content creator with a passion for diversity, equity, and inclusion.Dani …

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Circa 1904 Chapter 3: The Grudge 48:11

1+ y ago48:11

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Today the World Series is one of the most recognizable institutions in all of sports. When it debuted in 1903 it was met with widespread acclaim from sports writers and baseball fans all over America. For all of its successful, the World Series was almost dead on arrival. Petty grudges, cut throat business practices and difficult personalities almo…

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Balancing Work, Wellness, and Womanhood with Diversity 48:01

1+ y ago48:01

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In this episode, our guest is Desiree Coleman Fry, an accomplished executive who helps moms balance work, wellness, and womanhood. She is a recipient of the 2022 DNI Champion Award and 2019 Rising Star and DNI Award and has been featured in prominent media outlets like the New York Times, Business Insider, and PBS. During our conversation, Desiree …

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How Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Works Together To Rebuild A City 49:56

1+ y ago49:56

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In this episode of the Breaking Barriers DEI&B Podcast, co-hosts Anthony Arrington, Nick Ford, and Joy Briscoe are joined by the first Black mayor of Waterloo, Iowa, Mayor Quentin Hart. They discuss the importance of joining diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging together with a common set of ideals, Mayor Hart's work in Waterloo and beyond, a…

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Going Beyond Lip Service, Anti-Racism To Create Equity in the Workplace 51:41

1+ y ago51:41

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You feel you're being taken advantage of or feel like you're being exploited. "I'm sick of racism, and when I read other people's experiences, I simply become enraged." Why is it that people are now able to see why there is so much anger? We bring to you the story of Sharon Hurley-Hall, who has been writing about racism for years, but it was the Ge…

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Unleash the Power of Self-Care While Building a Healthy Diverse Environment 56:12

1+ y ago56:12

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uilding a relationship is an essential step in the process of developing self-awareness. By connecting with others, we are able to gain new perspectives and understand different viewpoints. This in turn allows us to gain a deeper understanding of ourselves and our own thoughts, beliefs and actions. This self-awareness is crucial in creating an envi…

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Why don't corporations see Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU’s) as an avenue for diversity and market navigation? | Breaking Barriers 53:59

2y ago53:59

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Many organizations know little to nothing about Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU’s). For those that do, they often do not consider their value when leveraged in an organization truly dedicated to cultural change. Therefore, there is minimal strategic investment in these institutions as another option in the talent acquisition tool…

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Taking Budget Off Table When Talking About DEI&B | Dr.Nika White 53:29

2y ago53:29

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Enough was enough, I just broke. You are the wife of a Black man, the mother of a Black man. DEI doesn't mean that you stop being you. Learn how to look at the emotional capital you invest so that you can be present without hurting yourself. Dr.Nika White Dr. Nika White is a national authority and fearless advocate for diversity, equity, and inclus…

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The Truth About Using People As Data Points | Veritas Culture | Breaking Barriers Episode #1 46:16

2y ago46:16

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“Now more than ever, people are resistant to being put into boxes. They don't want to be labeled. We want them to fit in those little boxes, be able to organize/categorize them as well as implement them. They just…” As leaders, we need to be mindful of how people enter into our organizations. In the world of social media, using diversity as a mask …

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Breaking Barriers DEI&B Podcast: Measuring DEI&B| Chris Armstrong and Vince Brantley 1:14

2y ago1:14

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The founders of Veritas Culture Chris Armstrong and Vince Brantly share their knowledge on the challenges of measuring DEI&B. "We acknowledge it's difficult to measure but what's hard to ignore is what we call collective and representative regard." -Chris Armstrong This podcast is Presented by Kirkwood Community College and Hosted by Top RANK Talen…

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Circa 1904 Chapter 2: The Bad Ref 28:56

2y ago28:56

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On April 29, 1904 Barbados Joe Walcott and Dixie Kid met for what was a historically significant boxing match. It was only the second time two black fighters competed for the Welterweight title. For 20 rounds, spectators watched as the two fighters duked it out. Then Referee Dick Sullivan did something that was truly baffling... Links: Knuckles and…

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Coming Soon: Circa 1904 Chapter 2: The Bad Ref 1:20

2y ago1:20

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Circa 1904 Chapter I: Hell Race 26:04

2y ago26:04

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On August 30, 1904 32 runners set off to compete in the Olympic Marathon in St. Louis. Only 13 would finish. This poorly planned event would be one of the worst sporting events of all time. Cramps, dehydration, wild dogs, hallucinatios, stomach hemorrrages, car wrekcs and scandal all took place that afternoon. In fact, it was just one of several sp…

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From Obscure History- The 1945 Atom Bowl 35:24

2+ y ago35:24

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As work on new stories continues you can check out Obscure History. Hosted by Josh, it's a weekly podcast that explores obscure historical events. On this episode, which first aired on August 23, 2021, Josh explores what he calls, 'The worst game ever played.' All other episodes of Obscure History can be found anywhere you get your podcasts.…

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An Update, A Conversation with Sports-Reference and a Mini Story 20:33

2+ y ago20:33

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To help support this effort to tell great audio stories, please consider donating by clicking HERE Listen to previous episodes at obscureballpod.com More About Adam darowski.com @adarowski Sports-Reference sports-reference.com Seamheads seamheads.comSmall League Productions

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Such is Fame 39:08

2+ y ago39:08

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The 1914 Giro D'Italia was by virtually every metric, the worst bike race in history. 81 Riders entered the race. Only eight finished. There were floods, mud, rain, blizzards, injuries, sabotage, cheating, attempted bribery and all manner of insanity during a brutal 2,000 mile race lasting 15 days. Links ObscureBall Website Girnimo! Riding the Bery…

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The backstory of how a folksy, quick witted, singing politician from rural Kentucky helped integrate professional baseball The Negro League Baseball Museum nlbm.com Terry Bohn's SABR Page sabr.org/authors/terry-bohn/ Louie B. Nunn Center for Oral Histories, University of Kentucky Libraries https://kentuckyoralhistory.org/ Chandler, Albert Benjamin,…

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