Bob Ethington on Black History in Literature
Written by Steffany MurdockBob Ethington, Retired Division Manager at Akron-Summit County Public Library, talked to Ray about black history in literature:
Congressman Tim Ryan on the Situation at the Ukraine Border, Trades & More
Written by Steffany MurdockCongressman Tim Ryan talked to Ray about security issues pertaining to a possible Russian invasion into Ukraine, trades, electric vehicles, and infrastructure.
Student Athletes of the Week: Vivian Brown & Caleb Laurich
Written by Steffany Murdock
For this week's Student Athlete of the Week program, we go to Copley High School.
Vivian Brown is a Junior at Copley High School. Vivian is on the girls swim team, she puts in the work and is a great teammate. At this year's Sectional meet, she dropped 3 seconds in her 200 IM, and 4 seconds in her 100 fly to get her lifetime best and qualify for the District meet. She's a vital member of both the 200 Medley and 400 Free Relays, both of which qualified for the District meet. Vivian is also an excellent student with a 4.5 GPA.
Caleb Laurich is a Senior at Copley High School. Caleb has been a strong leader all year for the boys basketball team. His leadership and production on the court recently helped the Copley Indians secure the Suburban League title. The Indians are currently 15-6 overall and 12-1 in the Suburban League. Caleb is averaging double-digits in both points and rebounds. Also an excellent student, Caleb has a 4.3 GPA and will be continuing his academic and athletics at Ohio Dominican University next year.
The Student Athlete of the Week segment is powered by NECA-IBEW and Akron Children’s Hospital.
Dr. Kevin Kern on Important Black Figures in History
Written by Steffany MurdockRay talked to Kevin Kern, Associate Professor of History at the University of Akron. They discuss important black figures in American history and impacts they've had.
Dr. Thomas File on Vaccines, Boosters, and More
Written by Steffany MurdockDoctor of Infectious Disease at Summa Health System, Dr. Thomas File joins Ray. They discuss the hold on the childrens' vaccine, the importance of booster shots, the variant found in Africa, and more.
Dr. Sylvester Small, First Black Superintendent of APS
Written by Steffany MurdockRay talked to Dr. Sylvester Small, the first black Superintendent of Akron Public Schools. Dr. Small has been a big part of the community with work in the NAACP, Leadership Akron, Coming Together Project, and more. They discuss the family move to Akron, his work in the Akron Public School District, community, and more.
Donna Skoda on New Covid-19 Variant, Children Vaccines, & More
Written by Steffany MurdockRay talks to Donna Skoda, Commissioner of the Summit County Health Department. They discuss temperature impacts on the spread of Covid-19, another variant, why vaccines for children are now on hold, and more.
2017 Murder Suspect Believed to be Living in Akron
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Black History Month: Senator Vernon Sykes
Written by Steffany Murdock
Ray talked to Senator Vernon Sykes about how he decided to get into public service, his influences, and more.
Att. Dean Carro Analyzes the NFL Discrimination Lawsuit
Written by Steffany MurdockAttorney Dean Carro from the Akron Bar Association breaks down the lawsuit Brian Flores has filed against the NFL
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Professor Joe Fortunato on Black History on the Silver Screen
Written by Steffany MurdockJoe Fortunato is a Film Study Professor at Arizona State University. He talks to Ray about America's black history on the silver screen and the 1977 miniseries Roots.
Tim Alcorn on the Cavaliers Season & Caris LeVert
Written by Steffany MurdockVoice of the Cleveland Cavaliers, Tim Alcorn, talked to Ray about the first half of the season, the acquisition of Caris LeVert, and what lies ahead in the second half of the season.
Larry Doby Jr Talks About His Father's Legacy
Written by Steffany MurdockLarry Doby was an American professional baseball player in the Negro leagues and Major League Baseball. He was the second black player to break baseball's color barrier and also the first black player in the American League.
Larry Doby Jr talked to Ray about his father's legacy and accomplishments.