Larry Morrow Shares Stories "On-The-Air"

Larry Morrow teaches leadership development at John Carroll University.  It's a far cry from his days as The Duker at WIXY 1260.

Larry talks about his prestigious radio career, which includes membership to the National Radio Hall of Fame.

Media Influence on Public Opinion Panel Discussion

There's a panel discussion about how the media influences public opinion at The Maltz Museum of Jewish Heritage Wednesday, November 20 at 7:00pm.  It's in conjunction with the run of this world premiere exhibit. AM 1420 11th Hour host Jim McIntyre will be joined by Thor Wasbotten, Director of the School of Journalism and Mass Communication at Kent State University, and Brennan Donnellan, News Director at WKYC Channel 3. The panel will be moderated by Cool Cleveland founder Thomas Mulready.

Alfred Dreyfus was a French soldier who was wrongly convicted of spying more than 100 years ago. Media coverage contributed largely to the public's perception of Drefus' guilt, according to Director of Education and Public Programming at the Maltz Museum, Jill Rembrandt.  She says the Dreyfus Affair is still "relevant in a million different ways."  

Veteran's Day Replay: The Last of the Doughboys

They're all gone.  But before the last of the World War I veterans in this country died, journalist Richard Rubin spoke to a number of them, and chronicles those conversations in his book.

It's Time For The Best Party Of The Year

The Best Party of the Year is coming up in early December.  It's a benefit for the Hunger Network of Greater Cleveland.  Dana Iribarren, Executive Director of the Hunger Network explains how recent cuts in the food stamp, or SNAP program is expected to affect the Hunger Network's 34 food pantries and soup kitchens in the city of Cleveland and the inner ring suburbs.

Dana is joined by Angela Dudek, Director of Special Events and Public Relations who promotes the 24th annual Best Party of the Year on Friday, December 6th at the Intercontinental Hotel.

Bellefaire JCB Promotes Adoption With National Author

Andy Dobrin and Diahanna Roberson of Bellefaire JCB

The Adoption Center at Bellefaire Jewish Children's Bureau is hosting Kevin Hoffman, author of Growing Up Black in White, to share his experiences with transracial adoption at The New Face of Adoption event. His story is an interesting one, as he was born to a mixed-race couple, was placed into foster care, and was adopted by a white minister and his wife who had three biological children.

Andy is Director of the Division of Foster Care and Adoption at the Bellefaire JCB Adoption Center. Diahanna Roberson is an adoption Supervisor.  They discuss both domestic and international adoption, and explain why Russia stopped allowing Americans to adopt their orphans.

Watch Your Wedding Video At Your Reception

Doug Kereszturi of Cuff and Veil Wedding Films

First look films and same day edits are the latest trend in wedding photography.  Doug Kereszturi of Cuff and Veil Wedding Films explains in this interview.

Bob Feller Inspires New Award to Honor Military Service

Indians outfielder Nick Swisher was nominated for the inaugural Bob Feller Act of Valor Award, presented this week during a ceremony in Washington.

Peter Fertig, a New York businessman, conceived the award to honor the military service, as well as the baseball career, or the late, great Bob Feller, the winningest pitcher in Indians history. Rapid Robert left baseball at the peak of his career to join the Navy, the day after Pearl Harbor was attacked.

The award was presented to Detroit Tigers pitcher Jason Verlander, as well as to Hall of Famer Yogi Berra, a WWII vet, and an active Navy service member.  Fertig hopes to make it an annual event.