Trans-Siberian Orchestra - Christmas Canon

Christmas Canon by Trans-Siberian Orchestra
(c) 1998 Atlantic Recording Corporation for the United States and WEA International Inc. for the world outside of the United States

Chuck Schaden's Those Were the Days Radio To Get Into The Holiday Spirit By - Saturday, November 29th, 2008 - WDCB 90.9 FM

From Nostalgia Digest Magazine Autumn 2008 Issue. Radio To Get Into The Holiday Spirit By. Listen Live On The Net!:
~LT

Chuck Schaden's Those Were the Days Radio To Get Into The Holiday Spirit By Show
Saturday, November 29th, 2008: 1-5 p.m.
www.wdcb.org

WDCB is very pleased to present Chuck Schaden's “Those Were the Days,” a program that has played a prominent role in Chicago’s radio history for more than 35 years. Drawing from his vast library of material each Saturday, Chuck presents old-time radio classics and music.

Jack Benny Program (December 11th, 1938) To complete his Christmas shopping, Jack and Mary go to the department store. Cast: Phil Harris, Eddie "Rochester" Anderson, Don Wilson, John Brown, Charlie Cantor, Jell-O, NBC. (30 min)

Jeff Regan, Investigator (December 21st, 1949) "Some Enchanted Carhop." Frank Graham stars as Regan, the Lyon's Eye," with Frank Nelson as detective Anthony J. Lyon. At Christmastime, Regan tries to find the person who is sending a series of gifts to a young woman who works at a drive-in restaurant. Sustaining, CBS. (29 min)

Jill's All-Time Jukebox (December 25th, 1946) G.I. Jill presents a special post-war Christmas edition of her show. She remembers holiday events of the past and plays the songs that were popular at Christmastime through the 1940s. AFRS. (30 min)

Archie Andrews (December 13th, 1947) Bob Hastings stars as Archie with Harlan Stone as Jughead. Stacy's Department Store won't be the same after this Christmas shopping mix-up when the floorwalker accuses Archie and his Father of shoplifting. Cast: Alice Yourman, Arthur Kohl, Gloria Mann, Rosemary Rice, Bob Sherry. Swift's Sausage and Franks, NBC. (29 min)

Challenge of The Yukon (December 23rd, 1949) "The Sergeant's Present" stars Paul Sutton as Sgt. Preston. A "Yukon" version of Dickens' A Christmas Carol." The owner of the Nicholas Mining Company is unforgiving when he learns his chief clerk has taken money from the company to pay for medicine for his young daughter. John Nicholas orders a reluctant Sgt. Preston to arrest the clerk. Quaker Cereals, ABC. (29 min)

Kate Smith Show (December 24th, 1944) Kate presents the Aldrich Family in a Christmas sketch featuring Dick Jones as Henry and Jackie Kelk as Homer. Henry has lost the watch his Aunt Harriet gave him for Christmas. Also: Kate welcomes comedian Jackie Gleason who offers some impersonations and tells about his love affair with a Juke Box. Kate sings "Ave Maria." AFRS rebroadcast. (28 min)

18th Annual BZB Holiday Gift & Art Show - Nov. 29 / Dec. 06 / Dec. 13 / Dec. 20, 2008!

BZB International: bzbinternational.com

Tony Bennett "My Favorite Things"

Tony Bennett's new album "A Swingin' Christmas", is In Stores Now!

Sneak Preview of 'Unsung:The Story of DeBarge' on TV One Thanksgiving Day @ 7 pm (ET)

How popular was DeBarge in the 80s? They were a hot group! Looking forward to seeing this tonight!
~LT

'Unsung' on TV One

Uncover the secret lives of music icons Debarge, Donny Hathaway, Phyllis Hyman and the Clark Sisters in the behind-the-scenes, four-part series "Unsung," premiering Thanksgiving on TV One.

Donny Hathaway.
Phyllis Hyman.
Debarge.
The Clark Sisters.

They were destined to be stars. Unforgettable, unparalleled...unsung

4 night series starting Nov 30
10P ET/PT

Sneak preview
7P ET/4P PT
Thanksgiving Night

Your Weekly Address from the President-Elect Barack Obama - An Economic Recovery Plan To Jump Start Job Creation In America

In a preview of his weekly address, President-elect Barack Obama addressed the nation on the occasion of Thanksgiving, nearly one hundred and fifty years after President Lincoln called for the last Thursday in November to be set aside to acknowledge our blessings. For more information, visit http://change.gov.

Happy Thanksgiving From LTs Jazzy Radio Loft & Lounge!

LTs Jazzy Radio Loft & Lounge Wishes Everyone a Happy Thanksgiving!
~LT

Season 6 Ep10 - Cliff's Wet Adventure: Thanksgiving Episode.

Airdate: 11/16/89
Cliff Huxtable has a difficult time going out in the rain for last minute Thanksgiving shopping items. Paula, Martin's ex-wife -- played by Victoria Rowell (Dru from Young and the Restless) -- is invited for Thanksgiving dinner.

Phylicia Rashad on "The Cosby Show"

In this interview excerpt, Phylicia Rashad discusses the "Happy Anniversary" episode of "Cosby" which featured actress Clarice Taylor (as "Anna Huxtable").
For more on this interviews and 500+ others, visit http://emmytvlegends.org

Season 2 Episode 03 - Happy Anniversary

Aired Oct. 10th, 1985.
Lip-sync rendition of Ray Charles' classic, "Night Time Is The Right Time," featuring the whole Huxtable family. It's Russell and Anna's 49th wedding anniversary. The family commissions a portrait of the two of them as young people, and offer a cruise to Europe as a surprise. They are reluctant to take the trip. Later in the evening, the whole family performs Ray Charles' "Night Time Is the Right Time", with Theo, Rudy and Cliff singing solos. In the end, Russell and Anna decide to be adventurous and take the cruise. Earle Hyman as Russell. Clarice Taylor as Anna.

Obama Family Gives Back

President-elect Obama and his family volunteered at a Chicago food bank on the eve of Thanksgiving. Mr. Obama said times are tough and its important for all Americans to remember those in need.

Raw Video: Obamas Hand Out Turkeys

President-elect Barack Obama and his wife took their daughters to work at a food bank on the day before Thanksgiving, saying they wanted to show the girls the meaning of the holiday, especially when so many people are struggling. (Nov. 26)

Shanice Sings Rihanna's Take A Bow

I always liked Shanice and her wonderfully positive energy. It's good to see her again! I like Shanice's version of Take A Bow better than Rihanna's! How 'bout you? Can you feel that power in her voice? I can!
Shanice Official: shaniceonline.com
~LT

President-elect Obama Announces Two More Leaders of Economic Team

At a press conference in Chicago today, President-elect Barack Obama announced additional members of his economic team -- nominating Peter Orszag as Director and Rob Nabors as Deputy Director of the White House Office of Management and Budget.

Inside the Transition: Melody Barnes, President-elect Obama's Director-designate of the Domestic Policy Council

Melody Barnes, President-elect Obama's Director-designate of the Domestic Policy Council, talks about the challenges we face and her plans for taking them on

President-elect Obama Announces Economic Team

At a press conference in Chicago today, President-elect Barack Obama and Vice President-elect Joe Biden officially announced key members of their economic team, naming Timothy Geithner as Secretary of the Treasury and Lawrence Summers as Director of the National Economic Council.

Wash Post Article: 'The Very Image of Affirmation: In Michelle Obama, Black Women See A Familiar Grace & Strength Writ Large'

The Very Image of Affirmation
In Michelle Obama, Black Women See A Familiar Grace & Strength Writ Large

By DeNeen L. Brown and Richard Leiby
Washington Post Staff Writers
Friday, November 21, 2008; Page C01

Michelle Obama emerged, long and lean, from a black limousine that pulled up at the White House the other day. She stood in a bold red dress that followed her lines. She smoothed her hair and moved between her man -- the president-elect -- and the first lady. Tall in shiny red pumps, Michelle seemed to tower over them all.

As she stood there, many black women on this side of the White House gate saw something else in Michelle Obama that sunny afternoon: bits and pieces of themselves.

They saw their family in hers, or the family they dreamed of having. Saw a woman whose husband seemed to adore her, giving her hugs and pecks on the lips as if the whole world were not watching.

Full article: www.washingtonpost.com

Chuck Schaden's Those Were the Days Annual Thanksgiving Show - Saturday, November 22nd, 2008 WDCB 90.9 FM

From Nostalgia Digest Magazine Autumn 2008 Issue. Annual Thanksgiving Show. Listen Live On The Net!:
~LT

Chuck Schaden's Those Were the Days Annual Thanksgiving Show
Saturday, November 22nd, 2008: 1-5 p.m.
www.wdcb.org

WDCB is very pleased to present Chuck Schaden's “Those Were the Days,” a program that has played a prominent role in Chicago’s radio history for more than 35 years. Drawing from his vast library of material each Saturday, Chuck presents old-time radio classics and music.

Jack Benny Program (November 21st, 1943) Jack and Mary Livingstone go shopping in preparation for Thanksgiving dinner at this house. Later, Jack has a "turkey" dream. Cast: Dennis Day, Eddie "Rochester" Anderson, Phil Harris, John Brown, Frank Nelson, Grape Nuts, NBC (30 min)

Quiz Kids (November 21st, 1948) Chief Quizzer Joe Kelly with the kids: Lonnie Lunde, 12; Joel Kupperman, 12; Richard Wexler, 8; Ruthie Duskin, 14; Brant Ross, 11. On this Sunday-before-Thanksgiving show, the kids are asked to write a Thanksgiving poem before the end of the program. Bob Murphy announces. Alka-Seltzer, NBC. (30 min)

Fibber McGee and Molly (November 25th, 1954) Jim and Marian Jordan in their quarter-hour series. The McGees plan Thanksgiving dinner for a few friends. Cast: Bill Thompson, Arthur Q. Bryan, Katie McKenna, Multiple sponsors. NBC (14 min)

Claudia (November 27th, 1947) Isolated episode. Claudia and David reluctantly prepare to have Thanksgiving dinner with David's relatives. Kathleen Bard and Paul Crabtree as Claudia and David. Coca-Cola, Syndicated. (15 min)

Philco Radio Time (November 26th, 1947) Bing Cosby's Thanksgiving show with guest Frankie Laine, Rhythmaires, John Scott Trotter and the orchestra, Ken Carpenter. Bing narrates the dramatic story of LT. Philip Nolan, who denounced his country, the United States, in 1807 and is exiled from America, becoming a man without a country. Philco, ABC (30 min)

Heartbeat Theatre (November 24th, 1963) "John Ball's Thanksgiving" starring Victor Rodman and Bill Idelson. A well-traveled philosopher passes on some thoughts about Thanksgiving. C. P. MacGregor hosts. Salvation Army, Syndicated. (25 min)

Great Gildersleeve (November 16th, 1941) Harold Peary stars as Gildy. The family decides to invite some servicemen to share Thanksgiving dinner. Cast: Walter Tetley, Lillian Randolph, Lurene Tuttle, Earle Ross, Shirley Mitchell, Kraft Foods, NBC. (30 min)

Your Weekly Address from the President-elect Barack Obama - An Economic Recovery Plan To Jump Start Job Creation In America

President-elect Barack Obama announces he has directed his economic team to assemble an Economic Recovery Plan that will save or create 2.5 million more jobs by January of 2011. For more information, visit http://change.gov.

Craig Robinson, Brother To Future First Lady Michelle Obama & Brother-In-Law To President-elect Barack Obama

Craig Robinson, brother to future First Lady Michelle Obama and brother-in-law to President-elect Barack Obama, discusses his role in the 2008 election and his new turn as a college basketball coach.

Scholar & Activist Dr. Cornel West @ Busboys And Poets

Date: 11/21/08
Event: Dr. Cornel West, Presentation and Book Signing
Location: Busboys And Poets, 2021 14th Street NW,
Washington, DC 20009
Time: 6:00 PM-8:00 PM

Dr. Cornel West: www.cornelwest.com

SpitFire with Kool Mo Dee only on IAMHIPHOP.com (Warning: Parental Guidance Suggested For Some of the Language Yet The Topics Are 100% On Point!)

The trailer for Kool Mo Dee's show on IAMHIPHOP.com

Heard about this today because Kool Moe Dee is in town for the Old School Hip-Hop concert tomorrow night at Constitution Hall. I heard him making the rounds on radio and TV this morning. He made so many great points about Hip-Hop, especially for where it is today. The language of his trailer for his new show is strong but the content is 100% on point.

I put the "Warning: Parental Guidance" tag on this post out of respect for the parents who read my blog and for all my younger readers too. I try hard to keep the content on my blog clean. Not easy in today's world! Though the language of the comments you will hear is raw at times, as we all know by now, so is so much of the Hip-Hop being played on commercial radio today and in the CD's too, so I think most can understand where it's coming from via the guests.

I think to even have a good discussion on Hip-Hop, you have to keep it real in expressing your opinions and thoughts on it because it's a very real artform and medium in it's essence (at least that is how it started) as to what has been and is going on out here with it.

I also feel that if cussing and cuss words can be used in negative ways, it can also be used in positive ways from the original folks who started Hip Hop to make their points to break through to you who they are trying to reach and make their points and drop that knowledge.
Thank you! Peace and Respect!
~LT

President-elect Barack Obama Makes Pitch for 2016 Chicago Olympics

President-elect Barack Obama made a personal appeal Friday to bring the 2016 Summer Olympics to his home city of Chicago. Obama appeared in a taped video message played to the general assembly of European Olympic Committees. (Nov. 21)

Raw Video: President-elect Barack Obama Grabs Lunch at Manny's, Chicago's Landmark Coffee Shop and Deli

President-elect Barack Obama posed for photos and mingled with the crowd when he picked up lunch Friday at Manny's Coffee Shop and Deli on Chicago's South Side. (Nov. 21)

First Look At The New Star Trek Movie

In theaters May 2009.
Interesting!
~LT

101.9 Lite FM & Soft Rock 97.1 WASH FM Flip To Continuous Christmas Music For The Holidays

Washington, D.C.'s Soft Rock 97.1 WASH FM and Baltimore's 101.9 Lite FM flipped to Continuous Christmas Music today. WASH-FM actually began an internet only All Christmas Live Stream earlier this month before the FM launch today. D.C. Adult Urban Contemporary 96.3 WHUR FM has also started to mix Christmas music into it's play list. All can be heard via the the net via their live streams.

Speaking of the satellite radio and Internet world, Sirius XM Radio also launched their All Christmas Music channel, "Holly" earlier this month as did AOL Radio powered by CBS Radio with the following channels:

1. Christmas 365
2. Classical Holiday
3. Comedy Holiday
4. Country Holiday
5. Holiday Classics
6. Jazz Holiday
7. Kidz Christmas
8. Navidad Latina
9. Oldies Holiday
10. Pop Holiday
11. R&B Holiday
12. Rock Holiday
13. World Holiday

More Christmas Music stations to follow as the holidays draw nearer. Check back for more!
~LT

John Legend Performs "Greenlight" On ABC's Dancing With The Stars Finale

John Legend Performs "Greenlight" On ABC's Dancing With The Stars Finale

WHUR's FOOD2FEED RADIOTHON 2008! WHUR Sounds & Feels Like Washington! All The Love! All The Grooves! Good God Almighty! Right On!

Be sure to tune into 96.3 WHUR FM all day today and be sure to swing by The Old Post Office Pavilion today to drop-off your cash donations or non-perishable food items and get the chance to meet your favorite WHUR personalities & surprise guests!

LT Live Blogging On WHUR's FOOD2FEED:

A Great cause for a great need, all the HUR on-air personalities, newscasters, and reporters that we love, & musically speaking, WHUR "Sounds Like Washington" all day! Go, HUR, Go! This is what makes HUR, HUR!! WHUR HAS BEEN IN THEIR GROOVE AND IN THEIR POCKET ALL DAY LONG! NICE! The love for the community, the love people have for this station, the love the staff of HUR has for D.C. You can feel it today! The words people are expressing about this great cause and why they love HUR. Amazing. HUR gettin the love today! The checks, cash, & money donated by everyday people and the sponsors! Incredible!
~LT

*You can also donate online from the comforts of your home, office or work at www.food2feed.org or call 202.289.3394 or 1.877.794.8796 (toll free).

From WHUR:

On Thursday, November 20th, WHUR 96.3FM will present "Food 2 Feed," a 12-hour radiothon committed to providing needy families with a hearty meal this Thanksgiving. We will broadcast live from 6AM to 6PM at the Old Post Office Pavilion at 1100 Pennsylvania Ave., NW, Washington, DC. Drop-off cash donations or non-perishable food items and get the chance to meet your favorite WHUR personalities such as Tony Richards, Triscina Grey, Jeff Brown, Taylor Thomas, Patrick Ellis, Natalie Case and many others.

Howard University students will volunteer throughout the day, collecting donations and assisting with packing food donations for delivery.

All cash and food donations will be given to Capital Area Food Bank, a non-profit organization that serves low income Washington area residents.

All checks should be made payable to:
Howard University

Please send checks to:
WHUR-FM
529 Bryant Street NW
Washington, DC 20059

The Dog Whisperer Cesar Millan Gives Advice for Obama Family's Dog Adoption

Dog Whisperer gives tips to the Obama family for upcoming dog adoption.

As soon as I heard earlier this year that The Obama's were going to get a puppy for the girls if they won this election, I thought of Cesar Millan and his show The Dog Whisperer. I learn something new, not only about animals when I watch his show, but people too, including myself.

I would love to see The Dog Whisperer and The Obama Family do and coordinate some sort of "tie-in" together when they finally get the new puppy. That would be a great episode indeed with high ratings for NatGeo to boot. Make it an hour long just because. Obama Family, Cesar Millan, & The National Geographic Channel, let's make it happen! Email campaign, anyone?
~LT

Sneak Preview of 'Unsung: Phyllis Hyman' on TV One - Sunday, November 30th, 2008

How do you make a six-foot, singing beauty stand out even more? Phyllis Hyman's management team discovers the way.
Airs 11/30 on TV One.

Included in their 4 part series, I read last night that TV One is also doing a special on Phyllis Hyman on 11/30/08.

I posted in 2006 my thoughts on the time I had the chance to meet Phyllis Hyman in 1991 during my WDCU Jazz 90 days which you can check out by clicking My Thoughts On Phyllis Hyman.

I am Looking forward to this special on November 30th on TV One.
~LT

The Electric Company Is Back!

The Music Man sings about his love for the two ways to say G.
The Electric Company is back! Turn it on Fridays, starting January 23rd, only on PBS KIDS GO! Check out more at www.pbskidsgo.org/electriccompany.

Who can forget being a kid in the 1970s and growing up watching The Electric Company on PBS? They have upgraded for the 21st Century and are back in 2009!
~LT

Election Day Voices in Grant Park - "Now The Real Work Begins! Let's Do This!"

Obama supporters in Chicago talk about their accomplishments in this campaign and what they'd like to see happen next. Visit http://my.barackobama.com to help make change possible in your own community.

"Now the real work begins! Let's Do This!"
~LT

Inauguration Ticket Frenzy

The upcoming presidential inauguration of Barack Obama is the hottest ticket in town. As Thalia Assuras reports, millions will flock to Washington D.C. to experience history.

New Book: "The Complete Quincy Jones: My Journey & Passions: Photos, Letters, Memories & More from Q's Personal Collection"

A Close Look At Q: abcnews.go.com

President-elect Obama: A New Chapter on Climate Change

President-elect Obama recorded a message for the Global Climate Summit, promising "a new chapter of American leadership on climate change." Learn more at Change.gov.

Governors Global Climate Summit: governorsglobalclimatesummit.org
United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change: unfccc.int

TIME Magazine Cover: The New New Deal

TIME Magazine Cover Story: www.time.com

President-elect Obama, Senator McCain Pledge Unity

President-elect Obama and Senator McCain Meet

"CBS News RAW": President-elect Barack Obama and Sen. John McCain met in Chicago almost two weeks after their fight to lead the country.

President-elect Obama, Senator McCain Pledge Unity

Nov 17 - President-elect Barack Obama and vanquished rival John McCain met for the first time since the election-- pledging to work together. Against a backdrop of American flags at Obama's presidential transition headquarters in Chicago, the two men laughed and joked during a photo op at the top of their hour long meeting-- , a far cry from the bitter back and forth they engaged in during the campaign.
Jon Decker reports.

Comic Vibes: New 1st Lady Michelle Obama to be Featured in Comic Book

First, the Barack Comic that I blogged about over the summer that came out in October.

Now, our new First Lady gets her own comic as well, available in stores April '09!

From Blue Water Productions:
~LT

BELLINGHAM, WASH. (November 11, 2008) -- The life of America’s future first lady, Michelle Obama, will be the subject of the latest chapter of Bluewater Productions' ongoing "Female Force" comic series. The book will follow Obama, a Princeton- and Harvard-educated lawyer, from her youth on the South Side of Chicago to her community, civic service and private-sector career successes through the 2008 presidential campaign and election day. The book is scheduled for release in April 2009..

"Mrs. Obama is a dynamic force and one of the most influential women in the world,” said Bluewater Productions President Darren G. Davis. "Her potential influence on future policy decisions makes her a fascinating figure to feature.”

"In creating an image of our new first lady, Michelle Obama, it was my goal to represent her class, beauty and intelligence," said artist Vinnie Tartamella. "I hope I reflected these qualities and characteristics in this historical piece. I'm truly honored to have been asked to create this."

The latest addition to the "Female Force" series follows the biographies of New York Sen. Hillary Clinton and Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin, announced earlier this year. “Female Force” comic books showcase influential women who are making and shaping modern history. The “Hillary Clinton: Female Force” comic book is available for order through Diamond Distributors, order code NOV083848 F.

Sen. Ted Kennedy (D-Massachusetts) Returns to U.S. Senate

Sen. Ted Kennedy (D-Massachusetts), who underwent treatment for a brain tumor, returns to the U.S. Senate for a lame-duck session of Congress. (Nov. 17)

The Style of Obama: One Of GQ Magazine's "Men Of The Year"

GQ magazine named President-elect Barack Obama one of its "Men Of The Year." Harry Smith spoke with GQ deputy editor Michael Hainey.

60 Minutes - Sunday, November 16th, 2008: The 44th President

Obama and The Presidency
President-elect Barack Obama speaks with Steve Kroft about his thoughts and goals as our nation's next Commander-in-Chief.

Watch CBS Videos Online

The Personal Transition
The Obamas will soon be the youngest first family to move into the White House since the Kennedys nearly 50 years ago. Steve Kroft speaks with Barack and Michelle Obama about their personal transition.

Watch CBS Videos Online

A Father's Promise
President-elect Barack Obama spoke with Steve Kroft about a special promise he made 2 years ago to his young daughters.

Watch CBS Videos Online

The Obamas React To Victory - Sunday, Nov. 16th @ 7 p.m. ET/PT on 60 Minutes

When did it sink in that her husband would become the nation's 44th president? Michelle Obama and the president-elect speak with Steve Kroft, this Sunday, Nov. 16, at 7 p.m. ET/PT.

OUR WORLD WITH BLACK ENTERPRISE SOUNDS THE ALARM ON HIV/AIDS

OUR WORLD WITH BLACK ENTERPRISE SOUNDS THE ALARM ON HIV/AIDS" If Black America were a country, it would have a larger HIV positive population than seven countries receiving emergency U.S. aid for this worldwide epidemic. Blacks represent one in eight Americans, yet they account for one out of two people living with HIV/AIDS. Visit www.blackenterprise.com

'Our World with Black Enterprise' hosted by Ed Gordon is a news and interview program that addresses international and domestic issues from the African-American perspective. Be sure to tune in to "Our World with Black Enterprise" only on DC50, Home of the CW, Sunday mornings at 9 a.m. E.T.

The HistoryMakers Project: An Evening With Richard Parsons Interviewed by Soledad O'Brien

The HistoryMakers

Serena Williams Visits Kenya, Opens School In Her Name

Serena Williams is in Kenya in her capacity as a Global Ambassador for Hewlett Packard.

From REUTERS.
~LT

MAKUENI, KENYA (NOVEMBER 14, 2008) REUTERS -
American tennis star Serena Williams opened a school in her name in
Kenya on Friday (November 14).

The aim of the school, in Makueni constituency, is to provide the
opportunity for hundreds of primary school pupils to pursue secondary school
education.

"We want to ensure all schools have equal facilities, equal
education so that it can help our children be in touch with the world, said
Sam Ongeri, Kenyan Minister of education.

World number two Serena landed in a helicopter in the semi arid area
and was welcomed with cheers and songs by schoolchildren and other community
members.

The nine time singles grand slam winner is in the country as a Hewlett
Packard global ambassador, and alongside the school opening she will also be
taking tennis clinics.

"I am really honoured to have had an opportunity to have Serena
Williams Secondary School here, the first school hopefully of many that we can
open in Kenya and bring education to kids that need it in these areas,"
said Serena.

"When you look at someone like Barack Obama; from a farm child to
the president of the United States, it's just amazing all the things that can
be done through education."

'It's a New Day' - will.i.am's Victory Song for President-elect Barack Obama!

It's a New Day (Enhanced) - will.i.am - Dipdive.com

The new song from will.i.am, 'It's a New Day'. Black Eyed Peas frontman will.i.am debuted his new music video and gave a live performance celebrating President-elect Obama's victory on "The Oprah Winfrey Show" Friday, November 7th, 2008, 3 days after Election Day 2008. Great song. Great lyrics. Outstanding!
~LT

Radio Product Of The Week - The New Tivoli Networks Radio

Saw this earlier this week. The name Tivoli caught my eye. I have always like Tivoli's Radios. Known for their great quality, great sound, great bass. Check out all the 21st Century features they have added now to The Tivoli. Nice!

Introducing Tivoli Audio Networks Radio.
Choose from more than 22,000 stations.
From $600.
More at tivoliaudio.com.

Here is one of the Tivoli models that came out in 2007. The Tivoli Audio Model Satellite AM/FM/SIRIUS Satellite Radio. Now that Sirius and XM have merged, I am wondering if we will see a Tivoli Audio Model Satellite AM/FM/SIRIUS/XM Satellite Radio in 2009.
~LT

New Single From Deborah Cox 'Beautiful U R'

From her long awaited new album 'The Promise', this is Deborah Cox with her first single, 'Beautiful U R'. In stores Now!
~LT

Your Weekly Address from the President-Elect

President-elect Obama talks about the economy in this week's Democratic address. For more information, visit http://www.change.gov

Riz Khan of Al Jazeera Interviews Minister Louis Farrakhan On The Historic Nature of Barack Obama's U.S. Presidential Victory

Riz Khan - Louis Farrakhan - Nov 13 - Part 1


Riz Khan - Louis Farrakhan - Nov 13 - Part 2

From: AlJazeeraEnglish
Added: November 14, 2008

"On this episode of the Riz Khan Show we speak to one of the most influential and controversial voices in black America - Nation of Islam leader Louis Farrakhan.

"A huge amount of attention has focused on the historic nature of Barack Obama's US presidential victory.

"For many it represents what the American dream is made of - a first generation African-American man has been elected to hold the highest office in the country.

"President-elect Obama is riding on a tide of public confidence that he will improve the country's economy, government, foreign policy and race relations.

"While many celebrated in the United States and overseas, one civic leader in Obama's hometown warned that, despite an energy and a "oneness of spirit" not seen before, the country remained "divided and polarised."

Raw Video: Vice President Dick Cheney Welcomes Vice President-elect Joe Biden at V.P. Mansion

Vice President-elect Joe Biden is getting a tour of his new home from the outgoing occupant, and a political foe, Vice President Dick Cheney. (Nov. 13)

Student Report from Hyde Park Academy - Election Night 2008

C-SPAN, working with Comcast, credentialed students from Hyde Park Academy to report from various sites on election day. Here is there final report.

Tracy Chapman Webisode # 1 - New Album 'Our Bright Future'

Tracy Chapman discusses the 20th anniversary of her debut album in part one of her webisodes. New album - Our Bright Future out 11.11.08 www.tracychapman.com www.myspace.com/tracychapman.

Tavis Smiley's Video Blog - 11/13/08 | PBS - "What Do You Think About The Election? What Was It Like For You On That Day, On That Night? "

Tavis reflects on the election and his experiences leading up to this historical moment.

BeBe Winans - I Have A Dream- "Yes We Can" Obama Album

CNN Video From U.S. Election Day - Tuesday, November 4th, 208 - Obama Shoots Hoops & Scores

Barack Obama shoots hoops with friends on election day before he scored the Presidency.

The teams were named "That One," something John McCain called Barack Obama during one of the debates and "This One."

Taste of Chicago Coming To White House?

Future White House Chef?

Barack Obama has a lot on his plate these days as he chooses the men and women who will be his closest advisors and cabinet members. But who will be tapped to cook for the president? Drew Levinson reports.

DVD Box Set of The Week: The Cosby Show 25th Anniversary Commemorative Edition DVD Box Set

In Stores Now! A Must Buy Item On My List!
~LT

Prsident-elect Barack Obama Honors Veterans

"CBS News RAW:" President-elect Barack Obama and Director of the Illinois Department of Veterans Affairs Tammy Duckworth laid down a wreath in honor of the nation's fallen veterans in Chicago, Ill.

New Music Tuesday: Deborah Cox 'The Promise'

Deborah Cox's long awaited album, THE PROMISE, in stores on Tuesday November 11th! Go to www.deborahcox.com for more details!

New Music Tuesday: Seal's Tribute to President-Elect Barack Obama - My Review of Seal's New Album: 'Seal - Soul' Coming Up!

“There is no doubt that he is a great man, and I would put a cross next to his name immediately, if I could.”
-- Seal on Barack Obama, from a recent Vanity Fair interview.
Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Seal is ecstatic about Barack Obama's landslide victory for the US presidency!


Seal
'Soul' - Available November 11th, 2008
Warner Music Group
Myspace: www.myspace.com/seal



Check back in real soon for my review of Seal's new album: 'Seal - Soul'!
~LT

The Obamas Visit The White House

A cordial President Bush and first lady welcomed the Obamas to the White House. The president and Obama conversed in the Oval Office while the ladies toured the grounds. Chip Reid reports.

President-Elect Barack Obama & Future First Lady Michelle Obama Arrive At The White House

Around 2:00 p.m. Eastern Time today, Monday, November 10th, 2008.
~LT

Remembering Miriam Makeba "Mama Africa"

Miriam Makeba, or 'Mama Africa', the South African singer who wooed the world with her sultry voice, has died at the age of 76, leaving a great legacy behind.

Al Jazeera's Dorsa Jabbari looks back at her life of struggle and achievement.

Wash Post Article: 'A Butler Well Served by This Election' By Wil Haygood

Great article from last Friday's Washington Post.
~LT

A Butler Well Served by This Election

For 34 Years, Eugene Allen Carried White House Trays With Pride. Now There's Even More Reason to Carry Himself That Way.

By Wil Haygood
Washington Post Staff Writer
Friday, November 7, 2008; A01

For more than three decades Eugene Allen worked in the White House, a black man unknown to the headlines. During some of those years, harsh segregation laws lay upon the land.

He trekked home every night, his wife, Helene, keeping him out of her kitchen.

At the White House, he worked closer to the dirty dishes than to the large desk in the Oval Office. Helene didn't care; she just beamed with pride.

President Truman called him Gene.

President Ford liked to talk golf with him.

He saw eight presidential administrations come and go, often working six days a week. "I never missed a day of work," Allen says.

His is a story from the back pages of history. A figure in the tiniest of print. The man in the kitchen.

He was there while America's racial history was being remade: Brown v. Board of Education, the Little Rock school crisis, the 1963 March on Washington, the cities burning, the civil rights bills, the assassinations.

When he started at the White House in 1952, he couldn't even use the public restrooms when he ventured back to his native Virginia. "We had never had anything," Allen, 89, recalls of black America at the time. "I was always hoping things would get better."

In its long history, the White House -- just note the name -- has had a complex and vexing relationship with black Americans...

Full article link: washingtonpost.com

Boston Globe Pics: The Next President of The United States

Sent to me by Family. Thank you, V.!
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Makes us feel like we were there! Enjoy!
~LT

November 5, 2008
www.boston.com
The next President of the United States
In a vote of historic proportions yesterday, Senator Barack Obama became President-Elect of the United States of America with a 52% majority in the popular vote, and more than 349 electoral votes. Over two years of campaigning was resolved with a record voter turnout, as the Republican candidate John McCain conceded graciously at 11:20 pm eastern last night. With such a high level of interest and attention, there have been millions of words written and photographs taken of the candidates over the past year. Here is a collection of some of the best photos of President-Elect Barack Obama over the past several months. (35 photos total)


Democratic presidential nominee Senator Barack Obama speaks at a campaign rally in Fayetteville, North Carolina, October 19, 2008. (REUTERS/Jim Young)


Democratic presidential hopeful, Sen. Barack Obama, D-Ill., speaks to a crowd of 75,000 at Waterfront Park in Portland, Oregon, Sunday, May 18, 2008. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson)


US Democratic presidential candidate Illinois Senator Barack Obama on the tarmac near his campaign plane in Reno, Nevada, September 29, 2008. (EMMANUEL DUNAND/AFP/Getty Images)


Democratic presidential candidate Sen. Barack Obama is silhouetted as he speaks at a rally in front of Morrill Hall at the University of Nevada at Reno in Reno, Nev. Tuesday, Sept. 30, 2008. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)


A woman is overcome with emotion after meeting Democratic presidential candidate Illinois Senator Barack Obama at a rally on October 3, 2008 in Abington, Pennsylvania. (STAN HONDA/AFP/Getty Images)


US Democratic presidential nominee Senator Barack Obama is reflected in a teleprompter as he speaks at a campaign rally in Philadelphia, October 11, 2008. (REUTERS/Jim Young)


Democratic presidential candidate, Sen. Barack Obama is shown on television screens during the final presidential debate with Republican presidential candidate Sen. John McCain at Hofstra University in Hempstead, N.Y, Wednesday, Oct. 15, 2008. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)


Democratic presidential candidate, Sen. Barack Obama waves as he arrives at a rally in Henderson, Nev., Saturday, Nov. 1, 2008. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)


Democratic presidential candidate Illinois Senator Barack Obama walks from his plane on October 3, 2008 after arriving in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on his way to a rally in Abington, Pennsylvania. (STAN HONDA/AFP/Getty Images)


Senator Barack Obama takes the ball to the hole as Reggie Love, green jersey, former Duke basketball player, left, and Chris Duhon, former Duke basketball player and now NBA Chicago Bulls player, during a pick-up basketball game on primary day in Chicago, Tuesday, May, 20, 2008. (Doug Mills/ The New York Times)


Democratic presidential candidate Sen. Barack Obama waves to the crowd at a rally in the rain at the University of Mary Washington in Fredericksburg, Va. Saturday, Sept. 27, 2008.(AP Photo/Alex Brandon)


Supporters of Democratic presidential nominee Senator Barack Obama (D-IL) listen to his speech during a downpour during a campaign rally at the University of Mary Washington in Fredericksburg, Virginia September 27, 2008. (REUTERS/Jason Reed)


US Democratic presidential nominee Senator Barack Obama is reflected in the countertop as he places an order at a deli during a campaign stop in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, October 21, 2008. (REUTERS/Jim Young)


US Senator Barack Obama addresses the crowd on day 4 of the Democratic National Convention as it concluded at Invesco Field in Denver, CO on Thursday, August 28, 2008. (Yoon S. Byun/Globe Staff)


US Democratic presidential nominee Senator Barack Obama leaves a campaign rally in Philadelphia, October 11, 2008. (REUTERS/Jim Young)


Democratic presidential nominee Senator Barack Obama shares a moment with his wife Michelle on stage at a campaign rally outside the Detroit Public Library September 28, 2008. (REUTERS/Jason Reed)



Democratic presidential candidate Sen. Barack Obama speaks during a rally in Charlotte, N.C., Sunday, Sept. 21, 2008. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson)


Democratic presidential candidate Sen. Barack Obama listens as storm clouds gather, while he is introduced by Democratic vice presidential candidate Sen. Joe Biden at a rally at the University of Mary Washington in Fredericksburg, Va. Saturday, Sept. 27, 2008. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)


Democratic presidential candidate Illinois Senator Barack Obama is photographed October 3, 2008 at the airport in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania before flying to Chicago. (STAN HONDA/AFP/Getty Images)


Democratic presidential nominee U.S. Sen. Barack Obama exits his vehicle as he arrives to board his plane October 27, 2008 in Chicago, Illinois. (Joe Raedle/Getty Images)


Democratic presidential candidate, Sen. Barack Obama (lower right) waves as he arrives at a rally of 100,000 supporters in St. Louis, Mo., Saturday, Oct. 18, 2008. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)


Democratic presidential nominee Senator Barack Obama boards his plane at Reagan National airport in Washington September 28, 2008. (REUTERS/Jason Reed)


Democratic presidential nominee Senator Barack Obama boards his plane at Reagan National airport in Washington September 28, 2008. (REUTERS/Jason Reed)


Democratic presidential candidate Sen. Barack Obama shares a light moment with communications director Robert Gibbs on the tarmac at Midway Airport in Chicago Sunday, Sept. 28, 2008. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)


On the eve of the US presidential election, Democratic presidential candidate Illinois Senator Barack Obama speaks during his last campaign rally for the 2008 presidential race in Manassas, Virginia, November 03, 2008. (EMMANUEL DUNAND/AFP/Getty Images)


Democratic presidential candidate, Sen. Barack Obama speaks as supporters are reflected in the teleprompter at a rally in St. Louis, Mo., Saturday, Oct. 18, 2008. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)


US Democratic presidential candidate Illinois Senator Barack Obama shares a fist bump with Ethan Gibbs, the five year-old son of campaign communication director Robert Gibbs, upon disembarking from his campaign plane at Dulles airport in Chantilly, Virgina, on October 22, 2008. (EMMANUEL DUNAND/AFP/Getty Images)


US Democratic presidential candidate Illinois Senator Barack Obama disembarks from his campaign plane at Midway airport in Chicago, Illinois, October 19, 2008. (EMMANUEL DUNAND/AFP/Getty Images)


Democratic presidential nominee U.S. Sen. Barack Obama speaks during a campaign event at Colorado State University October 26, 2008 in Fort Collins, Colorado. (Joe Raedle/Getty Images)


Democratic presidential candidate, Sen. Barack Obama walks down the steps at the gateway arch in St. Louis, Mo., Saturday, Oct. 18, 2008. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)


US Democratic presidential candidate Illinois Senator Barack Obama points on his way to board his campaign plane in Columbia, Missouri, October 31, 2008. (EMMANUEL DUNAND/AFP/Getty Images)


US Democratic presidential candidate Illinois Senator Barack Obama is welcomed by his wife Michelle and daughters Malia, 11 and Sasha, 7, upon landing in Pueblo, Colorado, on November 01, 2008. (EMMANUEL DUNAND/AFP/Getty Images)


Democratic presidential candidate Sen. Barack Obama, D-Ill., holds up a ballot receipt after casting his vote at a polling place in Chicago, Tuesday, Nov. 4, 2008. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)


US President-elect Senator Barack Obama enters the stage with his two daughters, Sasha and Malia, and his wife Michelle to speak to supporters during his election night rally after being declared the winner of the 2008 U.S. Presidential Campaign in Chicago November 4, 2008. (REUTERS/Jim Young)


A spectator raises her fist in celebration seconds after it was announced that Barack Obama will be the 44th President of the United States at Ebenezer Baptist Church, Tuesday, Nov. 4, 2008. (AP Photo/Pouya Dianat, Atlanta Journal & Constitution)

Raw Images: Obama on Election Night

New photos have been released showing Barack Obama on election night watching election results, and meeting with family members before delivering his speech in Chicago. (Nov. 9)
Nice!
~LT

'Yes We Did!' President-Elect Barack Obama Makes History

OUR WORLD WITH BLACK ENTERPRISE LOOKS AT THE PAST, PRESENT AND FUTURE OF PRESIDENT-ELECT BARACK OBAMA.

'Our World with Black Enterprise' hosted by Ed Gordon is a news and interview program that addresses international and domestic issues from the African-American perspective. Be sure to tune in to "Our World with Black Enterprise" only on DC50, Home of the CW, Sunday mornings at 9 a.m. E.T.

Visit www.blackenterprise.com/ourworld for times, stations and additional video clips.

LT's Jazzy Radio Loft & Lounge 'Follow Your Dreams' Guest #7: Natalie Case -Host of WHUR's #1 Grown & Sexy Saturdays

With all the excitement of President-Elect Barack Obama's Victory Tuesday night, some may have missed my interview on Election Day with WHUR's Natalie Case! Re-posting today for your enjoyment! Be sure to tune in to Natalie Case, Host of 96.3 FM WHUR's #1 Grown & Sexy Saturday Night from 6pm - 9pm! Her show is off the hook!
Peace!
~LT



Website: www.whur.com
Myspace: myspace.com/ncaseevents
Booking Inquiries: ncaseevents@yahoo.com

Joining me today in LT's Jazzy Radio Loft & Lounge for my ongoing "Follow Your Dreams" series which I started here in August 2006 is Natalie Case, Host of 96.3 FM WHUR's #1 Grown & Sexy Saturdays from 6pm - 9pm. Natalie Case recently took time out of her busy schedule to join me in for a conversation on what she's been up to, the key to great Urban AC Radio, her thoughts on Syndication Radio, Neo-Soul Music, "The Sound of Washington," and Today's Historic Election of The USA's First African-American President! Enjoy!

LT: Hi, Natalie! Welcome to My Jazzy Radio Loft & Lounge!

NC: Hey Lawrence, thank you for having me here at the comfy Jazzy Radio Loft & Lounge.

LT: It's a pleasure to have you! My first question is one that many of your fans & listeners have been wondering too! Where have you been?! You've been missed! :)

NC: It’s so good to be back. I have been underground doing satellite radio and I am really happy to be back in the D.C. Metro Area. I have been back in D.C. since August of 2007 with WHUR...so I have missed D.C., MD and VA.

LT: Where were you born and raised?

NC: Baltimore born and raised....and they do represent every time I come home.

LT: When did you first get interested in radio?

NC: Radio kind of found me. I was working as a receptionist for one of the Radio One properties and they began to use my voice for commercials and so I kinda liked playing with different sounds and characters....and as they say..the rest is history.

LT: What type of music did you listen to when you were growing up?

NC: At home it was serious Sooooul music...Al Green, Smokey Robinson and Aretha Franklin.

LT: You have such a distinct, great on-air personality, great voice and great on-air presence. Every time I tune into your show I feel we are getting something so cool, so in the mix, so comfortable, so happening. It's something special that I look forward to every time I tune into your show or hear you are filling in. Your voice is warm, your personality is bright and so friendly and welcoming and you always sound so professional in your delivery.

You also sound like you are always in your groove, in your pocket and having a ball, having so much fun! I would say your voice reminds me of a great guest who is in our living rooms that one would like to have back over and over again! :) What do you attribute your great voice presence and voice too? :)

NC: Thanks, LT - I have been in the business for a long time. I guess just being able to be myself and having great program directors that allow "me to do me" has really helped. I have always had to have my studio be perfect every time I step into it...so there is a ritual that I do which might be funny to others but it has to be done. I have all the lights turned off, I light my candles, my air fragrance spray is fresh & clean...then I get busy...I call it AURA.... (Laughing)

LT: Nice! I like that! How would you describe your show, which is WHUR's #1 show Grown & Sexy Saturdays from 6pm - 9pm?

NC: The Grown & Sexy Show is just a great feel good mix of music reaching my folks that I like to think are rolling with me on a Saturday night.... just ready to have some fun doing whatever they feel like without any trouble! I want to make folks dance, sing and lift their spirits with great music.

LT: You do a great job at it! What other radio stations and markets have you worked in?

NC: I have only been in Baltimore and D.C....I worked for Radio One for 16 years!! And now with WHUR for a year!

LT: And we're so glad you're back! What do you think of the current state of Urban Adult Contemporary Radio across the board compared to how it used to be in the 70s, 80s, 90s?

NC: I really miss OLD radio... (Smiling) it was so much fun then...there is still good music to be played I just miss the people who used to play it....Urban AC Radio across the board has changed, I believe because you don't get to HEAR as much music anymore.

LT: What are your thoughts on what they are calling "Neo-Soul"?

NC: Neo-Soul is a new feeling...new artists have another angle to get a fresh new sound out...I love that it also brings out new flavor for us to explore.

LT: What is your opinion of Syndication Radio? Upsides? Downsides?

NC: Syndication Radio...can I plead the 5th...hahahahaha. I love that there are some great folks doing great radio all over the map, but I still believe in some states/cities local talent, local flavor, hands on people are what we want & love!!



LT: I hear you! And, Amen! LOL! What in your opinion, what is it about WHUR that makes it so significant to Washington, D.C.? WHUR and D.C.'s long history together?

NC: Howard University is historical and WHUR has a lot of history here...I absolutely love the campus. The Washington Post had the vision to give Howard University a radio station, which became WHUR and a anchor in the local radio industry. WHUR stands alone on it's own merits. Native Washingtonians have grown up listening to WHUR. WHUR offers music and programming the entire family can enjoy no matter what day of the week. The entire Howard University campus is a family atmosphere. The students, staff and alumni that have made so many contributions to this historical landmark and the legendary on-air staff that have graced the airwaves, it is just an honor to be here and join the family!!

LT: What would you describe as, "Sounds Like Washington"? What in your opinion is The Soul of Washington, D.C.?

NC: Sounds Like Washington is all Music! Old school music you can sing to, songs that we know the words to, music you grew up with...old school at its finest! The Soul of Washington are artist who represent D.C....Marvin Gaye, Stacy Lattisaw, Kenny Lattimore, Johny Gill, Tank and so many others for sure.

LT: Speaking of those artists, who are some of your favorite artists? Past? Present?

NC: I love all genres of music & artists, but what most folks don’t know about me is that I am a Jazz fanatic!! My favorites of all time are Miles Davis, Pat Methany, Chris Botti.

LT: I love Jazz too. :) What do you think of the explosion of the Internet and how it has affected new artists trying to get signed, independent artists gaining exposure compared to the old days of shopping your record around on Music Tuesdays? Upsides? Downsides?

NC: I think the Internet explosion is just another viable medium to get music to the masses and sold. Some artist have done well from selling on-line and pushing product from their vehicles...it has all become such a hustle...representation is still crucial to an artist and having good music and talent to sell.

LT: When can people hear your show? How can folks get in contact with you?

NC: WHUR is the place to find me! My show is Saturday 6pm-9pm and for most holidays you can hear me filling in whenever they need me....so just stay tuned to 96.3FM. You can listen to my show or any other programming on-line at www.whur.com. Any correspondence can be sent to me at WHUR.

LT: Aside from your On-Air personality duties, what other duties are you available for? Parties? Mistress of Ceremonies? Personal Appearances? Voice Overs and Promotional Events? For Booking Inquiries?

NC: I am available to do all of duties. I love to attend community events. I had the pleasure of hosting WHUR's New Years Eve party for the very first time the past New Year's and that was a blast!! Any booking inquiries should be sent to ncaseevents@yahoo.com and my PR representative will contact them for follow-up. I also have a myspace page set up for my events, which is myspace.com/ncaseevents.

LT: What are your thoughts on today's Election? :) What will you be doing today, on this historic Election Day, November 4th, 2008?

NC: This election is such an exciting moment for us as people and as a country. I just wish we all could realize what an honor and a privilege our right to vote really is. I want folks of all ages not to brush this off and forget that it will make such a difference when you cast your vote for whoever you choose - just get up and get out and take somebody with you to the polls. I am a volunteer for senior ride. I have volunteered to provide transportation to 10-15 seniors to the polls who cannot make it themselves - we will be up bright and early and not sleeping until Obama is President!!

LT: Alright now! What words would you like to pass on to your listeners about the importance of this vote?

NC: We all make history together and this will be something to pass on to all our children, so get up and take your children to the polls with you!! Election Day 2008!

LT: Thank you, Natalie for coming through The Jazzy Radio Loft & Lounge and talking with us for a while! We'll be sure to tune in to your great show on 96.3 FM, WHUR's #1 Grown & Sexy Saturdays from 6pm - 9pm! Come back again anytime & Keep Up The Blazing Work!

NC: Thanks again, LT...Always a pleasure to chat inside the Radio Loft & Lounge. Keep Dancing...as always be safe, stay positive, God bless.