133 episodes
The NameDay Project Cricket & Kelli
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4.7 • 12 Ratings
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Birthday's are special. That is why The NameDay Project was created. Your hosts-Cricket and Kelli bring intellect and positivity to your day. With their whimsical style of banter, the birthday's of influential, famous (or sometimes infamous) people come alive! Join The NameDay Project every Monday, Wednesday and Friday for some history, astrology, 'shout outs' to listener's birthdays, and more. Every show is a birthday party!
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August 9, 2021 "Season Two Wrap-Up!"
Today we’re wrapping up season two by reminiscing on some of our favorite episodes! We can’t believe we’re nearing 150 episodes, and we can’t wait to do more!
We will be taking a three-week break, but until we come back, please share and subscribe! We’re absolutely binge-able, so make sure to go back and listen to some of those episodes you may have missed.
If YOU want a birthday shoutout, email us with your name, and a little bit of information about you, at TheNameDayProject@gmail.com -
August 6, 2021 "Alexander Fleming"
Today we’re celebrating the birthday of Sir Alexander Fleming, the Scottish scientist known for the discovery of penicillin, the first effective antibiotic substance! After years of research, Alexander’s discovery led to him being awarded the Nobel Prize, and is described as “the single greatest victory ever achieved over disease.” Happy birthday, Alexander!
If YOU want a birthday shoutout, email us with your name, and a little bit of information about you, at TheNameDayProject@gmail.com -
August 2, 2021 "James Baldwin"
Today we’re celebrating the birthday of James Baldwin, an American novelist, playwright, essayist, and activist whose works are considered part of mid-twentieth century American canon! Growing up in Harlem and overcoming the hurdles of being a black man in America, Baldwin’s works explore racism, sexuality, and class distinction. Happy birthday, James!
If YOU want a birthday shoutout, email us with your name, and a little bit of information about you, at TheNameDayProject@gmail.com -
July 30, 2021 "Anita Hill"
Today we’re celebrating the birthday of Anita Hill, an American lawyer who became a notable figure by shedding light on sexual harassment in the workplace. By exposing Clarence Thomas, and bravely sitting through contentious Senate committee hearings, she raised awareness of the pervasive nature of workplace harassment and paved the way for more women to fight against it. Happy birthday, Anita!
If YOU want a birthday shoutout, email us with your name, and a little bit of information about you, at TheNameDayProject@gmail.com -
July 26, 2021 "Micki J. King"
Today we’re celebrating the birthday of the Micki J. King, and American Olympic diver who won the Gold in the 1972 Summer Olympics! A dominant figure in women’s sports, Micki paved the way for women not only in Olympic sports, but also ensured women had a place in military academies after spending her career in the Air Force. Happy birthday, Micki!
If YOU want a birthday shoutout, email us with your name, and a little bit of information about you, at TheNameDayProject@gmail.com -
July 23, 2021 "Karl Menninger"
Today we’re celebrating the birthday of the Karl Menninger, an American psychiatrist who pioneered psychiatric treatment during the 20th Century, and tried to break the stigma surrounding mental health! An advocate for social issues, Karl is known for founding the Menninger Clinic and Foundation in order to treat “the person as a whole.” Today, the Foundation is one of the leading research facilities for mental illness. Happy birthday, Karl!
If YOU want a birthday shoutout, email us with your name, and a little bit of information about you, at TheNameDayProject@gmail.com
Customer Reviews
So much to learn with 2 amazing hosts!
Love the dynamic and chemistry between Kelli and Cricket. I love the interesting people they choose and the most important is they give their honest opinions. I love that I get to learn history and have a great laugh at the same time. Thank you for giving fun and something enjoyable to the world.
Name Day Project
I loved every minute of the episode on Ady Barkin!! Very inspirational and interesting. The narrators make all of their episodes come to life! Highly recommend listening to this and all of the others.
Happy Birthday Ms. Abrams
The Stacey Abrams episode was so inspiring!