A Small Voice In the Nation's Capital! News and issues that you don't get delivered to your front door or tune into at 6 or 11
FROM THE "WHAT HAVE I BEEN TELLING YOU ALL ALONG" FILE
If you can dream - and not make dreams your master;
If you can think and not make thoughts your aim;
If you can meet with Triumph and Disaster
and treat those two impostors just the same;
If you can bear to hear the truth you've spoken
twisted by knaves to make a trap for fools,
or watch the things you gave your life to, broken,
And stoop and build 'em up with worn-out tools:
If you can force your heart and nerve and sinew
to serve your turn long after they are gone,
and so hold on when there is nothing in you
Except the Will which says to them: 'Hold on!'
if neither foes nor loving friends can hurt you . . .
If you can fill the unforgiving minute
With sixty seconds' worth of distance run,
Yours is the Earth and everything that's in it . . .
--Kipling
Where I've Been & What I've Done--The Bio
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From Dave, a self-described "one of many not-so-angry, compassionate conservative white guy listeners."
"Greetings from a long-time (2 years at least) downloader of the ABW show"Common sense is so addictive! Your comments about overweight, dimple-derriered divas had me laughing so hard I almost drove off the road! But when you focused on the facts about childhood obesity it almost made me cry. It's so sad that the blessing of our nation's food bounty, where not even the poorest go hungry, has resulted in the poorest are at risk for ill health due to overeating. Adults have choices, but kids depend on parents guiding their choices. It's reassuring to hear true community leaders remind parents they have responsibilities. Keep up the good work! I'll keep listening. best, one of your many not-so-angry, compassionate conservative white guy listeners!
Excellent viewpoint and content from Michant2
"Your show is very enjoyable and the content is excellent. I enjoy your point of view on the many subjects that you cover and think that you always hit on things that people are thinking but are afraid to say. It's good to hear someone voice her opinion on relevant topics of today concerning not only black people or black women, but things that affect everyone."
Excellent job on the past 3 shows! from D.H.
"You were awesome as a guest on WWWT-FM. Good job on discussing a wide array of topics including politics, news, education, obese kids, terrible prom attire, etc. . . . I'm looking forward to winning more Sunny James converts . . ."
From Jamie Nero
"I have found your podcasts to be informative, educational and entertaining. In fact, I got a pair of dress shoes repaired after listening to one of your podcasts. Thanks!(I saved some money that day)."
Please, keep sending in those good words. I need your support. Sunny
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I know, I know, the absence of my mellifluous voice has left a longing and a gaping hole in your heart and on your reading list. But despair no longer--if I don't get off my hiatus havin' butt by the end of this week, you can find me and let me have it with the Sunday New York Times. But as you probably know the NYT is not what it used to be.
I vaguely remember what to do with the headphones and mic. So much has
happened since I last joined you. But I think I'll pull it together by
the end of the week to share what I do with you. So check your RSS feeds
and make sure you put me back on your subscribed podcast list on
iTunes--I'm coming baaack!
No, hell hasn't frozen over and no, I've not been abducted by aliens. I'm working right now to bring thought provoking, relevant news, information and entertainment to your soggy ears. While you're busy munching on holiday hot dogs and splashing about at the pool I'm thinking, "why didn't anybody invite me to the festivities?"
Anyway, you thoughtless communal bathers, I'll have a new show up in at least 48 hours.
I received this note from a long-time listener who also works at a TV station in Baltimore, Maryland.
I appreciate his dedication to my show and what I'm trying to do, especially since he works in the radio/TV business. He could listen to anybody but he chooses to listen to AND support me.
BTW, the Kathy and Alfred, Dave speaks of is Kathy and Alfred Liggins, mother and son, owners of the Radio One network of mostly urban radio stations and TV One on cable.
Dave, thanks for the email and the encouragement. It's been awhile since anybody has had my back. Now go play the Lotto, please.
Here's Dave's email:
Sunny:
It's always good to read or hear your opinions. You are my W.E.B.
DuBois, Gertrude Gibson, Walter Winchell and Mike Royko of
cyberspace. There have be times that I would steal your ideas for the
morning assignment meeting (oh yea, thanx). I want you to continue, but
you gotta eat too! . . .
I don't have to tell you the role politics plays in our
profession. You would think outlets like Radio One would open up their
arms to programing of this nature. And I can speak because the first
station purchased by Kathy and Alfred outside of Washington was WWIN in
Baltimore where I hosted the morning show with Tracina Gray, now with
WHUR. Would you believe that station hasn't had a person of color in a
decision making position (other than programing and promotions) since
it's purchase under R.O's ownership!
I say this to say there is
still hope in getting a regular slot on the broadcast airwaves, but
you'll have to try sources that are out of the beltway. For example
Michael Eric Dyson started his national public radio show out of Morgan
State University station WEAA FM.
Small steps right now, but the potential to grow in time. I know, "Time is a M----- F----- when the money is not coming in!" Please don't give up..... Your voice is needed. If I hit the Mega Millions tonight I'll have your back. Until then you have my eyes and ears...
