Monthly Archives: January 2012

It’s Time To Stop The Hate

Posted on by Barbara Dab

Hi everyone!  This week has been jam packed and the sun is shining (for now).

I’ve got several interviews to post, but first up is an event you won’t want to miss.  Thursday, January 26 (that’s in two days!) Metro Human Relations Commission is hosting a forum that takes a look at hate crimes both in Middle Tennessee and around the country.  It will be a rare opportunity to hear from Federal law enforcement, prosecutors and others working to stop hate crimes.  The forum will look at the Shepard/Byrd Hate Crimes Law, which outlines specific protections.  Special guest that morning will be Dennis Shepard, father of Matthew Shepard, a young man who was killed because he was gay.  It should prove to be a powerful day of healing, learning and inspiration.  I had the privilege of speaking to Caroline Blackwell, Executive Director of the Metro Human Rights Commission.  She has some great info about the forum, which is open to the public!  Check it out.  

On a lighter note (much lighter), TPAC is reprising the smash Broadway hit Spamalot this week!  This production stars one of Nashville’s own, local performer Thomas Demarcus, in several hilarious roles.  If you missed the show last time, or want to laugh til you cry, again, hurry up!  Tickets are still available but going fast.  And for those of you alums of Brentwood High, here’s Thomas Demarcus!  

Well, I have a couple more interviews for you, but it will have to wait until tomorrow!  Check back because you won’t want to miss these two blockbuster interviews!

Ciao darlings!  Enjoy the evening!

It’s a Great New Year!

Posted on by Barbara Dab

Happy 2012 Everyone!  I hope you’re all enjoying our mild winter, I know I am.  

This year is going to rock, I can feel it already.  This past week, I had so much fun interviewing some really amazing women.  Each one creative, smart, engaging and dynamic.  First up, Neshama Carlebach.  Neshama is a performer who will be appearing in Nashville on January 14th at 3rd & Lindsley (a really fun music venue).  She is touring and performing with the Green Pastures Baptist Church Choir from New York and their collaboration is something you’re not going to want to miss.  Neshama is the daughter of famous Rabbi Shlomo Carlebach, who revolutionized Jewish music.  Neshama is carrying on his work, but gives it all her own unique spin.  She really appeals to all audiences.  Listen to her interview.  Tickets are still available, but are going fast.  Call West End Synagogue for reservations: 615-269-4592.  

If you want to see a preview of Neshama and the Choir, watch this!  You won’t want to miss this concert!

My second interview this week was with my dear friend, Margit Crane.  Margit’s new book “How To Train Your Parents in 61/2 Days” is the Bible for raising teens.  It’s funny, direct, warm and will help you and your teen navigate these often-times confusing years.  Listen to Margit and then get a copy of her book for your teen and one for yourself!  It is a “must-read”!  

That’s about it for now, folks.  Have a great weekend and be listening and reading.  I’ve got some great interviews coming your way.  Ciao darlings!