Best Smart Brotha Media Podcasts (2025)

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Superhuman Day 10:25

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2y ago10:25

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How do you celebrate Superhuman Day? We hope everyone had a great Labor Day weekend. This year we celebrate the 60th Anniversary of the March on Washington and the 160th Anniversary of the Emancipation Proclamation. And today we celebrate Superhuman Day. We all have a lot to celebrate! Todays episode describes Superhuman Day and starts with the ins…

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60th Anniversary of the March on Washington 31:12

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August 28th is the 60th anniversary of the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom where the moral leader of our nation, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. delivered the famed I Have a Dream speech. Todays episode commemorates this day with a replay of the speech by President Barack Obama at the 50th anniversary of the March on Washington. He reminds us …

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National Black Business Month 8:58

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Did you know that August is National Black Business Month? We have some of the latest reports on the celebration and how it came about. Includes an LD excerpt from Who R U? and 8 Ways to Empower Black Businesses. Click Here to listen to Inspiration - National Black Business Month along with notes, transcript, pictures and videos. Black businesses h…

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Robert Eames 45:09

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A renowned civil rights attorney, our Living Legend reminisces about growing up in Baton Rouge and becoming successful. Click Here to listen to Interview with Robert Eames along with notes, transcript, pictures and videos. Want to support the show? Go to our Patron Community and leave us a donation!By LD Azobra

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Inspiration - Lauryn Hill 9:33

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Today we have an impromptu speech given by Ms. Lauryn Hill at a Jalen Brown-hosted Event in 2018 at NBA All-Star Weekend. We hope that you too are inspired. Click Here to listen to Inspiration - Lauryn Hill along with notes, transcript, pictures and videos. Lauryn Hill is a rapper, singer, songwriter, and record producer. She is regarded as one of …

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Heritage 19:36

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Today we celebrate the dedication of the Heritage monument and the 75th Anniversary of the desegregation of the US Armed Forces. The Louisiana Heritage Monument honors the brave service and sacrifices of all African-American Veterans and their families from Louisiana and throughout the country. It is located in the Louisiana Veterans Memorial Park …

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Michel Bellina 48:07

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Our Living Legend describes growing up and running a corner store that is quickly approaching its 80th anniversary of operation in Donaldsonville, LA. One of a few that have survived the heyday of corner grocery stores. Click Here to listen to Interview with Michel Bellina along with notes, transcript, pictures and videos. Want to show us some love…

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Arthur Silky Slim Reed 2:09:00

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The Ghetto Messiah discusses "family," trauma, rebirth and the challenges of life all in his unique brand of humor, irreverence and insight. Click Here to listen to Interview with Arthur Silky Slim Reed along with notes, transcript, pictures and videos. Want to show Count Time some love? Go to our Patron Community and leave us a tip!…

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Yusuf Henriques 1:14:01

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An inspirational 4th of July episode that will make you think. A Jamaican-born immigrant, our Living Legend describes what happens when access and opportunity are given to young people. A sharp reminder of the folly of the recent Supreme Court ruling which killed Affirmative Action social justice policies. Click Here to listen to Interview with Tec…

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Henry Watson 1:19:43

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A world renown artist, our Living legend describes his life growing up in Louisiana and how he learned his craft. "Everybody's got a story," sums up the 40 years of the woodcarver creating 3D art from centuries old cypress to capture Louisiana life. Everybody needs a Watson! Click Here to listen to Interview with Artist Henry Watson along with note…

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Thad Minaldi 1:19:57

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Our Living Legend an attorney and former LSU football great describes growing up in Lake Charles, the importance of mental health and of course some great LSU stories. Click Here to listen to Interview with Thad Minaldi along with notes, transcript, pictures and videos. Like our podcast and want to TIP us? Click here. Help support the Podcast you l…

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Judge Freddie Pitcher 1:42:59

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A pioneer, the first African American elected to a judgeship in Baton Rouge, LA; served as a District Court and Circuit Court of Appeals judge; Chancellor of the Southern University Law Center; and author. Our Living Legend gives his history and describes the importance and value of relationships and coalition building in becoming an agent of chang…

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Judge Henry Allen 1:23:32

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Our Living Legend a 93 year old trailblazing former justice of the peace gives a Scotlandville history lesson along with great stories from his life and time serving as Justice of the Peace. An interesting glimpse of African-American life 1940's - 1970's. Click Here to listen to Interview with Judge Henry Allen along with notes, transcript, picture…

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Dr Donald Andrews 1:12:14

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An economist and Dean of Southern University College of Business, our Living Legend has over 30 years of experience in teaching, research and service. Insightful discussion of North Louisiana Delta life in the 50's, the start of his academic journey and the importance of education for our future. Click Here to listen to Interview with Dr. Donald An…

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James Wayne - Memorial Day 1:22:15

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Memorial Day is an annual day of remembrance to honor all those who have died in service to the United States during peace and war. Our Living Legend is an attorney and decorated soldier who served in the Army during the Vietnam War. This episode is full of history and colorful stories about the military and growing up in North Louisiana. There wil…

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Keith Beauchamp - Till 1:46:12

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A Trailblazer, our Living Legend filmmaker and civil rights activist to the highest order discusses his connection to Emmett Till and the development of the documentary and recent film. Learn about the 1955 Trinity Killings and their role in the establishment, growth and effectiveness of the civil rights movement in the United States. Click Here to…

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Diana Kimble 1:41:04

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Description of life growing up in Colfax, LA by an expatriate living in Pram Pram, Ghana. Click Here to listen to Interview with Diana Kimble along with notes, transcript, pictures and videos. Our Living Legend describes the trauma of the Colfax massacre and its effects on her family and community which lead to a long journey of self-discovery and …

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Henry Turner, Jr. 2:02:32

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Click Here to listen to Interview with Henry Turner, Jr. along with notes, transcript, pictures and videos. Our Living Legend gives a look behind the scenes of the Baton Rouge Blues Era and its impact on the music industry. A teenage Henry Turner, Jr. began his career in funk and blues music traveling the juke joint circuit accompanied by Zack the …

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A. P. Tureaud 3:08:09

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Click Here to listen to Interview with Alexander Pierre Tureaud, Jr. along with notes, transcript, pictures and videos. Epic look at creole life in New Orleans from the 1800's to the mid seventies, legendary lawyer A.P. Tureaud, Sr. and the fascinating life and wisdom of A.P. Tureaud, Jr. and his family. Our Living Legend is an educational consulta…

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Dr. Stephen Finley 2:40:05

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Click Here to listen to Interview with Dr. Stephen Finley along with notes, transcript, pictures and videos. One of the most important episodes we have presented. Our Living Legend, a scholar of religious theory, makes sense of African-American religion and culture in a way that you won't get anywhere else. He explains why we misunderstand the Nati…

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Richard Sexton 1:45:01

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Click Here to listen to Interview with Richard Sexton along with notes, transcript, pictures and videos. Our Living Legend is a fine art and media photographer, author and teacher whose work has been published and exhibited worldwide. He is best known for his architectural photography publications and exhibitions.…

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The Colfax Massacre 48:03

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Click Here to listen to The Colfax Massacre along with notes, transcript, pictures and videos. Our Living Legends Diana Kimble and Odinga Kambui describe events that occurred in 1873 in Colfax, Louisiana during a time in U.S. history when terrorism won. In a fight over voting and human rights, at least 150 U.S. citizens were murdered. Kimble and Ka…

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Roosevelt Gipson - War Hero 1:42:38

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An American hero, participated in the only combat paratrooper drop of the war talks family history from Haiti to the Civil War. Click Here to listen to Interview with Roosevelt Gipson along with notes, transcript, pictures and videos.By LD Azobra

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Jeanine Lemoine owner of The Rock House 49:33

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Our Living Legend owner of the Rock House in Innis, Louisiana talks about the history of The Rock House right down to a recent concert by the Blues Legend and hometown hero Buddy Guy. A product of her work ethic, she describes her commitment to family and the importance of faith and love in her life. Click Here to listen to Interview with Jeanine L…

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Genetic Justice for Henrietta Lacks - Interview with Ben Crump 16:29

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Click Here to listen to Genetic Justice for Henrietta Lacks - Interview with Ben Crump along with notes, transcript, pictures and videos. Living Legend Ben Crump takes a break from the Southern University Law Center Inaugural Henrietta Lacks Symposium to discuss the civil case on behalf of the Lacks family to rectify the inhumane immoral criminal a…

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Elaine Vidrine Robertson 1:29:50

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Click Here to listen to Interview with Elaine Vidrine Robertson along with notes, transcript, pictures and videos. Our Living Legend describes life as one of the pioneers of LSU Women's Track and Field, joining the team in the early stages of its creation. An educator and coach with great stories about family and perseverance starts our Women's His…

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Dr. Press Robinson 2:02:10

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Chemistry Professor, Chancellor, savior of Southern University in New Orleans, an education and civil rights advocate, our Living Legend (an extraordinary man) chronicles his journey from South Carolina to becoming an icon and pillar of Louisiana. Click Here to listen to Interview with Dr. Press Robinson along with notes, transcript, pictures and v…

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The Power of Words 20:22

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Click Here to listen to The Power of Words along with notes, transcript, pictures and videos. More from LD on Decoding the System. Today he breaks down the power of words.By LD Azobra

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Decoding the System Part2 25:58

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A continuation of the very popular 100th episode, Decoding the System. LD sheds more light on the American System Decoded. Click Here to listen to Decoding the System Part2 along with notes, transcript, pictures and videos. Thanks for all the congratulations for publishing our 100th episode! We appreciate your support. For a bit of stress release d…

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Decoding the System 31:21

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LD uses his interesting allegorical style to challenge us to question what we know about African beginnings in America and what is left to be done. Click Here to listen to Decoding the System along with notes, transcript, pictures and videos. Dear Count Time Podcast audience, We are very excited to publish the 100th episode of Count Time Podcast! Y…

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Dr. Haywood Hall 1:35:21

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Click Here to listen to Interview with Dr. Haywood Hall along with notes, transcript, pictures and videos. An exceptional emergency physician/migrant worker our Living Legend gives the history of his internationally recognized family. Founder of PaceMD Global Health he is an international award winner as a Social Entrepreneur. His mother is histori…

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Fred Johnson - Spy Boy 1:12:18

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Click Here to listen to Interview with Fred Johnson - Spy Boy along with notes, transcript, pictures and videos. Spy Boy for 15 years for the Yellow Pocahontas Mardi Gras Indian Tribe. Our Living Legend discusses history, life, Big Chief Tootie Montana and the rise of the Mardi Gras Indians. It's Mardi Gras Time! Everything you want to know about t…

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Carlos Hornbrook on NIL 1:17:30

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Click Here to listen to Carlos Hornbrook on NIL along with notes, transcript, pictures, videos and links. Will Name, Image, Likeness (NIL) implode college sports? Our Count Time Podcast Living Legend discusses NIL the problems facing student-athletes, their families, universities and alumni. LSU (and many public universities) window for competing f…

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Joann Mayweather 1:30:55

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Click Here to listen to Interview with Joann Mayweather aka the detox doctor along with notes, transcript, pictures, videos and links. Before starting your new year's resolution, listen to our extraordinary storyteller as she brings her health street ministry to Count Time Podcast. Our Living Legend gives her purpose and destiny and asks "What is y…

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Moses Williams 2:08:37

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Click Here to listen to Interview with Moses Williams along with notes, transcript, pictures, videos and links. Organizer, musician, militant our Living Legend gives a history of Baton Rouge and its music. Social change starts at home, creating the backdrop for the stark differences between the growth of cities like Atlanta, Austin and Baton Rouge.…

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Mada McDonald Happy Holidays 2:32:46

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Click Here to listen to Interview with Mada McDonald along with notes, transcript, pictures, videos and links. History, history and more history. Todays episode is a gift. Our Living Legend gives detailed accounts of life from 1940 to present, and the history of a great American family. LD and Mada (Activator, Innovator and Motivator) reminisce abo…

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Aura of Mystery 1972 Black Muslims 53:38

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Click Here to listen to Aura of Mystery 1972 Black Muslims along with notes, transcript, pictures, videos and links. The 26th Amendment had just been ratified the year before giving 18 year olds the right to vote. 1972 was the year of student protests in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Two events in particular that year led to deaths with surrounding circu…

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Dr. Sonja Lanehart 2:00:22

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Click Here to listen to Interview with Dr. Sonja Lanehart along with notes, transcript, pictures, videos and links. The life of a linguist and how to become one. The spectacular story of an author, linguist, social justice advocate, mentor and parent. Sonja Lanehart is Professor of Linguistics in the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences at the…

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Dr. Jack Andonie 1:34:53

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Click Here to listen to Interview with Dr. Jack Andonie along with notes, transcript, pictures, videos and links. Humble philanthropist, physician, community leader, LSU Legend and a man of faith and compassion. Our living legend describes growing up in poverty and the forces that led him to become the friend of countless sports superstars and help…

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Thanksgiving Message 2022 5:34

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Click Here to listen to Thanksgiving Message 2022 along with notes, transcript, pictures, videos and links. Happy Thanksgiving to all out there in Count Time land. We thank you for tuning in weekly. We thank you for being so supportive of our podcast. We thank you for the encouraging words. As easy as it is to say that, we know a lot goes behind Ha…

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Sukari Hardnett 1:11:56

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Click Here to listen to Interview with Sukari Hardnett along with notes, transcript, pictures, videos and links. Expulsion by Southern University and blacklisted to working for Clarence Thomas yes that Clarence Thomas. A fascinating life. Our Living Legend completes her journey from fighting for education to fighting for those at a disadvantage in …

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Sukari Hardnett and Brenda Williams 1:05:20

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Click Here to listen to Interview with Sukari Hardnett and Brenda Williams along with notes, transcript, pictures and videos. Our Living Legends describe the 1972 unrest at Southern University that included the deaths of Denver Smith and Leonard Brown. They discuss the conditions which led to the community activism and protests of that time period.…

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Ben Peabody and Dr. Brian Benson 1:49:32

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Click Here to listen to Interview with Ben Peabody and Dr. Brian Benson along with notes, transcript, pictures and videos. Two perspectives on the fentanyl epidemic, addiction, recovery and promise for the future. Long time community leader and recovery advocate Ben Peabody along with Dr. Brian Benson provide some addiction facts you may not have h…

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Joanette Boutte 2:00:21

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Click Here to listen to Interview with Joanette Batiste Boutte along with notes, transcript, pictures and videos. In 1975, the first African American woman to play varsity basketball and volleyball at LSU. She ranks 4th all-time at LSU in rebounds with 1,017 in 121 career games. Our Living Legend discusses the impact of Title IX on her life, and be…

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Murphy L Armelin 2:20:56

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Click Here to listen to Interview with Principal Murphy L Armelin along with notes, transcript, pictures and videos. Teacher, veteran, family man, martial artist and community leader a man determined to bring change. Our Living Legend discusses his early life, becoming a Karate Black Belt while stationed in South Korea and his career in education.…

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Coach Roy Barron 1:32:07

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Click Here to listen to Interview with Coach Roy Barron along with notes, transcript, pictures and videos. Our Living Legend talks about football, coaching and the effect integration had on high school sports. LD reminisces with his high school coach.By LD Azobra

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Farmers Leonard and Alyce Julien 2:08:01

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Click Here to listen to Interview with Leonard and Alyce Julien along with notes, transcript, pictures and videos. From a lineage of successful farmers and innovators they tell their families story of accomplishment and heart ache. Their father invented the mechanical sugar cane planter. Great description of life in the small village of Modeste Lou…

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The Mayor Valeria Schexnayder 1:36:18

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Click Here to listen to Interview with The Mayor Valeria Schexnayder along with notes, transcript, pictures and videos. Born on land owned by her ancestors for a century that was stolen to create a National Park, our Living Legend known as the "Mayor of the Lower Nine" talks about her life, surviving Hurricanes Betsy and Katrina and how she has fou…

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Coach Roger Cador Part II 1:15:35

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Click Here to listen to Interview with Coach Roger Cador Part II along with notes, transcript, pictures and videos. Our Living Legend on success despite obstacles, how to inspire young people, the difficulties of building a program at a university with limited resources and his take on what is the future of baseball. It is impossible not to like Ro…

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Coach Roger Cador Part I 50:16

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Click Here to listen to Interview with Coach Roger Cador along with notes, transcript, pictures and videos. Southern University Legendary Coach gives insight into the relationships, struggles and obstacles that led to his early success. Coach holds the distinction of leading Southern University to the first HBCU to win a game in an NCAA regional, u…