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Conversations: Noah Barbieri

Noah Barbieri, a Millsaps College grad and Rhodes and Truman scholar, has big plans to make a difference in Mississippi.

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Mississippi Roads: Students of Art

We visit the Mississippi Art Colony, the Mississippi School of the Arts and meet spray paint artist Michael Roy. Episode premieres Feb. 14 at 7 p.m.

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In Legal Terms: Child custody

Guest Attorney Katherine Shireman discusses child custody with our listeners.

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Base Camp Coding Academy is a great start to a career in computer science.

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Organizations Are Continuing The Fight Against Gun Violence

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Four people were killed in Mississippi during a hostage situation on Sunday. Six people died last week after a mass shooting at an industrial plant in Illinois. This all happened a few days after the one-year anniversary of the school shooting in Parkland, Florida where 17 students were killed.

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@Issue on Think Radio: Monday, February 18th

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The field of candidates for Governor, Lieutenant Governor, and Attorney General is filling out. Who would listeners like in those races? Plus, should retired state employees and school teachers be able to run for office and collect their full pensions? Plus, we'll talk about what lived and died as another deadline passes in the state Legislature.

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Mississippi Edition: Monday, February 18th

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On today's show: A Mississippi Congressman reacts to President Trump's plan to secure border wall funding through an emergency declaration. Then, a bold move - and a little secrecy - leads to art education for a black Mississippian in the 1950s. And after Everyday Tech, how a coastal health organization plans to put federal dollars to good use.

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Money Talks: Valentine Monetary Statistics

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Not as many people will be "celebrating" Valentine's Day this year but spending for the holiday continues to rise. We have projections for who is buying what for whom on February 14th.

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Thacker Mountain Radio Hour | Saturday, February 16, 2019 | Sharde Thomas

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Snowden Wright, Sam Lipsyte, Sharde Thomas, The Medium

Join us Saturday at 7 p.m. for a special show recorded live at the Gertrude C. Ford Center—to open the 16th annual Oxford Film Festival! The guests: authors Sam Lipsyte (“Hark”) and Snowden Wright (“American Pop”), with musical act The Medium. Plus: Sharde Thomas and the Rising Star Fife and Drum Band! Your hosts: Jim Dees and house band the Yalobushwhackers.

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Mississippi Edition: Monday, February 11th

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On today's show: The U. S. Secretary of Labor visits Mississippi. We'll hear his thoughts on the state's economic prospects and workforce development. And after Everyday Tech, a new Department of Education grants are helping some counties improve literacy programs for students. We'll hear from one of them.

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Sounds Jewish: In The Air

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Sounds Jewish prepares for Valentine's Day with Jewish music that takes a giddy view of love – as well as songs that offer a, well, more realistic assessment.

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Mississippi Edition: Friday, February 8th, 2019

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On today's show: Mississippi could once again have the most restrictive abortion regulations in the country. Hear the personal abortion story of one woman who says the proposed law is a bad idea. Then, experts urge Mississippi parents to be on the lookout for signs of teen dating violence. Plus, could Mississippi folklorist Bill Ferris take home a Grammy Award this weekend? We'll hear from him.

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The Gestalt Gardener: Year of the Pig

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Felder starts this weeks garden party talking about the Chinese New Year. Its the year of the pig and Felder takes your questions to make sure you can have fortune and good luck in your southern garden. It is too early for summer plantings but you still can find ways to enjoy your winter garden. Let's get dirty!

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Southern Remedy Kids & Teens | February 7, 2019

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Dr. Morgan McLeod welcomes in Drs. Katie Mitchell and John Bridges to talk about acne and skin issues.

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Mississippi Edition: Thursday, February 7th

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On today's show: President Trump says he wants to eliminate HIV and AIDS in America. We'll ask a Mississippi doctor if that's even possible. And a Mississippi woman shares her initial reaction to the man who gave her HIV. Then, find out why the legislature could expand a controversial special needs education program. Plus, a look at who's being honored at today's Governor's Arts Awards.

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Auto Correct: Car Won't Start!!!

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Guest mechanic Charlie Melton from the Clinton High School Career Complex answered our listener calls about cars that wouldn't start.

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Creature Comforts: Mississippi River Catfish

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Bob Crosby, owner of Blue Cat Guide Service, is a fisherman by choice and Mississippi River guide by trade. He joins the program to talk about catching the catfish of the Mississippi River and what a proper tackle would have to help reel in the big one. Also, Dr. Majure shares tips for your pets oral health.

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Mississippi Edition: Wednesday, February 6th

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On today's show: Congressional leaders react to president Donald Trump's State of the Union address. Then, as a key legislative deadline comes and goes, we'll talk about a bill aimed at protecting property owners. It passed, but not without ruffling some feathers. And after a Southern Remedy Health Minute, learn about a new exhibit honoring opera legend and Laurel native, Leontyne Price.

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Southern Remedy February 6, 2019

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Dr. Jimmy Stewart answers listeners questions.

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Relatively Speaking | February 8, 2019

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When did you learn about sex? Was it from a parent or a friend? Were you taught how to protect yourself from a possible sexual predator? Incidents of sexual abuse and exploitation are very real and happen every day. Today we’ll talk about a program that can empower children to protect themselves and help prevent sexual exploitation. Let’s talk about what is going on in your life.

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Mississippi Edition: Tuesday, February 5th

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On today's show: Hear why an LGBT rights group is pushing for more protections in Mississippi. Plus, the Public Safety Commissioner says without more funds, the security provided by the Highway Patrol could be affected. And after a Mississippi StoryCorps, find out how a group of dental students and their professors are working to improve Mississippi, one mouth at a time.

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WATCH LIVE: 2019 State of the Union Address

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President Donald Trump is scheduled to deliver his 2019 State of the Union address at 8 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 5.

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Thacker Mountain Radio Hour | Saturday, February 9, 2019 | Kevin Gordon

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Chris Cander, Kevin Gordon, Schaefer Llana

Join us Saturday at 7 p.m. for original tunes and a mystery piano. The guests: Chris Cander (“The Weight of a Piano”) and musical guests Kevin Gordon, Schaefer Llana and Cecil Price Walden. Your hosts: Jim Dees and house band the Yalobushwhackers.

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Governor’s Arts Awards to broadcast Feb. 15 on MPB Television and MPB Think Radio

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The 31st annual Governor’s Arts Awards will air on MPB Television and MPB Think Radio at 8 p.m. Feb. 15. An encore television broadcast is set for 2 p.m. Feb. 17.

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Southern Remedy Healthy and Fit- Heart Health

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Dr. Josie Bidwell discusses heart health.

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Mississippi Edition: Monday, February 4th,

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On today's show: Hear what one legislator thinks about a House plan to keep retired teaches in the classroom while they still draw their pensions. And we'll take the question straight to the Public Employees Retirement System. Then, after Everyday Tech, find out why so many students in Jackson are falling behind on their student loans.

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All about the Weather

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Students gathered for another exciting afterschool program at Northwood Village with enthusiasm as we begin our afternoon lesson on weather. Activities for the afternoon highlighted weather seasons and patterns. This project is funded by a Ready To Learn grant provided by the Department of Education to the Corporation for Public Broadcasting.

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Auto Correct: Valentine's Gifts

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You AUTO be my Valentine! Do you need a gift idea for your sweetheart? We've got 'em and answers to some vehicle repair questions.

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Creature Comforts: Love & The Birds

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The lovebirds are chirping but will you see them during this years backyard bird count? Maybe if you're backyard is in Africa, but biologist Joe Magee is here to talk about the birds that might be found in a Mississippi backyard this time of year. We also play another round of guess the bird call.

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Mississippi Edition: Thursday, February 14th

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Mississippi is two steps closer to historically stringent abortion restrictions. Plus, a proposed teacher pay raise is another step over to reality. And anti-homelessness advocates are putting federal dollars to work in the fight to house all Mississippians. Then, Eudora Welty is in a familiar place: our Book Club! And we visit the Natchez Museum of African-American History.

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Southern Remedy | February 13, 2019

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Doctor Jimmy Stewart answers questions from listeners about their health.

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Everyday Tech: Online Dating, has technology changed the way people find love????

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Today on Everyday Tech we take a deeper look into Online Dating and how technology has changed the way people find love!, We discuss everything from dating sites and apps and even give tips on how to safe when dating online.

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Fix It 101: Flooring 101

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The handyman handout will help out with any part of the home but today we focus on the floors. The flooring is one of the most important aspects of any structure. Keith Sims from Ashley's Floor Ashley's Flooring and Decorating joins the show to help with your flooring needs. Also, Jeff gives us our first Fixit 101 Tip of the Week. Let's Work!

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Mississippi Edition: Tuesday, February 12th

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On today's show: A high school student is found with tuberculosis. Find out if health officials think other students could be at risk. Then, political candidates react to reports linking them with controversial blackface yearbook photos. And after a Mississippi StoryCorps, just what is Sixteenth Section land? And how could a lawsuit about it put more money into Mississippi schools?

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