WAREHOUSE
In The Warehouse, we store everything that’s been unloaded from the Content Barges. You can see it all in a glance…and each piece is arranged by delivery date!
Easter
A few years ago I attended my first Catholic mass in a busy church outside Birmingham. It was Easter Sunday. I sat in the nosebleed section.
Legend Meets Legend
From the Audio Book and Writer’s Docks, Wisdom Harbour presents a unique fusion of two legendary talents! Jean Shepherd’s iconic voice with the timeless poetry of Robert Service provides an extraordinary combination of classic artistry.
Uniquely Acoustic
In this next episode from Admiral Bean studio, Anthony Crawford pulls out 4 different acoustic guitars dating back as far as the 1930s. Each one has a unique story, character, and of course, you'll get to hear the distinct sound as Anthony picks, strums, and bends...
March 30, 2023
Home Remedies–Fact or Fiction?
Poetry Conversations: How Do I Love Thee?
In this new addition to the Writers Dock, Poetry Conversations takes a deep look at some of the best poetry ever written. Watch and listen as Gloria Gaither (a former high school English teacher) and Andy Andrews (a former high school poetry hater) discuss Elizabeth Barrett Browning’s sonnet “How Do I Love Thee?” Will Andy be swayed? Listen and find out! Also included is the tale of a Valentine Poem Gloria once wrote for her husband, Bill, that mentions “Browning” in the text.
March 28, 2023
The U.S. national debt is past $30 trillion dollars…are you curious where some of that money goes?
Intentionally Humble
The practice of becoming humble is one that can really be developed by making use of a simple yet very interesting and rewarding habit to add into your family’s daily life. First, let’s take a moment to discuss the roots of being humble. Because the roots of being humble are all about one thing—other people.
March 23, 2023
On March 23, 1989, a mountain-sized asteroid came within 500,000 miles of colliding with the earth. “On the cosmic scale of things, that was a close call.” Today, March 23 is recognized as “Near Miss Day.” What are some near misses you’ve had of your own?
Influences: Michael McDonald & Billy Preston
Listen as Gordon talks about working with Michael McDonald and why he’s not just recognizable for his playing, but also for his singing. Gordon also goes on to talk about and play Billy Preston—who is often regarded as “The 5th Beatle.” Plus you’ll hear the hilarious story about the time Gordon asked Michael, “Are you some kind of idiot?”
Shoutin’
I drove out of Birmingham a little ways to meet my friend. I watched the interstate give way to pine trees. Pine trees gave way to farmland. Farmland gave way to cattle pastures. Somewhere deep in the sticks, my GPS went to be with the Lord.
The Gift of Dandelions
Dandelions dotted my childhood. When the long Michigan winter began to admit defeat, there were dandelions, spreading their leaves like fingers, flat and broad, across the greening grass with their tiny fists of buds in the middle. Their first spring appearance was signal for my mother to grab a plastic bucket and a long-bladed kitchen knife and head for the yard and meadow to harvest those tender plants and buds for our first batch of dandelion greens.
March 16, 2023
In this Blue Plate, Andy reads from four authors with a distinct writing voice. Can you guess who’s who? You’ll also hear from Monica Earley as we record next month’s Protocol Conversation on name tag etiquette.