The Southern Citizen Podcast

Hope N. Staples
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Conversations with folks from the American South who are 75 years or older ~ because their stories are worth hearing.

  1. JUN 12

    EP 14 ~ Laurel, Mississippi, Part One: "I have not yet begun to fight!"

    During Episode 14 of The Southern Citizen Podcast, I join forces with my sister in law and friend Rebekah to teach you all a bit about the rich and inspiring history of Laurel, MS – our hometown. From revolutionaries to renegades to Olympians to opera singers – folks from Laurel are cut from a different cloth. Also, I would like to extend a huge thank you to Bigger Pie Forum for allowing me to share this episode on my platform! Please check them out at biggerpieforum.org.

    20 min

  2. MAY 24

    EP 13 ~ Ms. Pearl

    During Episode 13 of The Southern Citizen Podcast, Ms. Pearl shares about her love of faith, family, and good food. Most week days, you can find her serving up neck hugs and banana pudding in her diner in downtown Laurel, MS, - Pearl's Diner. Her bubbly personality and can-do attitude is sure to inspire the masses.

    1h 18m

  3. FEB 15

    EP 12 ~ Holly

    During Episode 12 of The Southern Citizen Podcast, Holly tells all about her journey in women’s sports and athletic training. From yellow jacket, to wild cat, to sycamore, to hawkeye – Holly has been there done that – and has probably published a paper about it!

    1h 55m

  4. 12/16/2024

    EP 11 ~ Dink

    During Episode 11 of The Southern Citizen Podcast, Dink talks of hosiery – cigarettes – coffee – milk and so much more. From early life on the farm in Lauderdale County, MS -  to meeting Elsie the cow -  to traveling the country during his retirement years, Dink seems to always be able to find the silver lining in all situations.

    2h 5m

  5. 12/15/2024

    EP 10 ~ Ms. Kay

    Episode 10 ~ Welcome back to the Southern Citizen. Long time; no see. Or should I say, long time; no hear. For our family, Autumn of 2024 has been one for the books. It’s been a season full of school, work, travel, and the general act of living life as best we know how. In an unexpected turn of events, it has also been a season loss; a season of goodbye for now. My forever young mother-in-law Ms. Kay slipped away into the next room – a room prepared for her by the Savior. During the days that followed her earthly departure, we looked for ways to celebrate Ms. Kay. We searched through old photos looking for the ones that captured her charm. We cut zinnias from our yard to use in countless flower arrangements. We requested folks wear color to her service because, after all, color was her favorite. And ROY G. BIV, did folks understand the assignment: florals, jewel tones, tie dye, Hawaiian shirts, animal print, and even a few couples dressed in coordinating outfits. We saw and loved it all. During the afternoon following her service, we asked folks to talk with us about Ms. Kay. And that’s what you are about to hear. During the hustle and bustle of a large family meal, folks shared their perspective, their memory, their story of Ms. Kay.

    1h 33m

  6. 09/02/2024

    EP 9 ~ Storme & Meagan

    During Episode 9 of The Southern Citizen, Storme and Meagan share stories from their life together. From love at first sight to facing the trials of life hand-in-hand. This sweet love story will live rent-free in your heart from now til kingdom come.

    2h 6m

  7. 06/12/2024

    EP 8 ~ Kay, Shirley Dyslexia, & Mississippi College: Part II

    During Episode 8 of The Southern Citizen Podcast, Kay and Shirley return to the pod! After finishing up our first conversation, it was decided amongst ourselves that there was more ground to cover. Listen in as we dive headlong into syllabi creation (and revision), program recruitment, and Kay's not-so-distant connection to Dr. Samuel T. Orton.

    47 min

  8. 05/18/2024

    EP 7 ~ YWCO & 100 Years in Downtown Laurel

    During Episode 7 of The Southern Citizen Podcast, we're at YWCO to celebrate 100 years of service in downtown Laurel, Mississippi. Through the decades the YWCO has been a landmark in our community as it has offered something for just about everyone. From belly dancing classes, to bingo nights, the YWCO has stood the test of time, and the organization has always found a way to serve and support the community.

    2h 8m
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Conversations with folks from the American South who are 75 years or older ~ because their stories are worth hearing.

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  • Creator
    Hope N. Staples
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
    14
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2024 All rights reserved.
  • Show Website
    The Southern Citizen Podcast