Sunday Morning Magazine With Rodney Lear

In the poignant pages of Every Other Weekend: Coming of Age with Two Different Dads, author Anthony Mohr unveils an intimate and emotionally charged narrative that delves into the effect divorce and re-marriage have on a fractured family and the profound journey towards healing. Mohr describes living in the shadow of two larger-than life men in an age where divorce and blended families weren’t the norm. 

Beth Cavanaugh, TiER1 Performance  12th annual SCURRYFRIDAY, MAY 17, 2024 Part scavenger hunt. Part race. All fun! The day starts with a 30-minute kickoff party before the three-hour Scurry Team Competition, a team-based, Amazing Race-style scavenger hunt around Covington, Kentucky, to solve puzzles, answer local trivia, and complete challenges for bragging rights.  The Scurry - TiER1 Performance TiER1 Performance (@tier1performance) • Instagram photos and videos TiER1 Performance Solutions | Covington KY | Facebook

Jayne Utter, Managing Director, Summerfair 2024. Summerfair 2024 will be held at Coney Island May 31, June 1st, and 2nd. Summerfair will feature more than 350 fine artists from all around the country. Summerfair has grown into one of the oldest continuous art fairs. Artists exhibit their art at the fair in categories such as photography, painting, wood, ceramics, fibers, leather and jewelry.  https://www.summerfair.org/

Yamicia Connor, OB-GYN, Surgeon, Researcher and mother of three. Pregnancy should be a time of immense joy and anticipation for every woman, yet for many women of color, particularly Black women, it's marred by disproportionate rates of complications and mortality regardless of socioeconomic status. Dr. Yamicia Connor is on a mission to revolutionize women's healthcare and dismantle disparities. www.yamiciaconnor.com

· Enrique Sanders, District Director for AAA Tire & Auto Center Do you know how to check your car’s oil? Could you change a tire? With the busy summer travel season right around the corner, AAA is hosting ‘Girls’ Night at the Garage’ – a series of fun, educational evenings that will take the mystery out of car care. Popular local influencer, Morgan Owens will serve as a special guest host for one of the free events.  To register, go to AAA.com/events and search for each location’s event. Follow AAA Club Alliance in Ohio at @AAAOhioNews The events are free but registration is required. Door prizes, special gifts and more will be awarded. 1.      April 23 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Cherry Grove, 471 Ohio Pike. 2.      April 24 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Red Bank, 3998 Red Bank Rd. 3.      April 25 from 6 to 8 p.m. Western Hills (sold out) 

Michelle Otten Guenther--The Queen City Book Bank curated book distribution program provides 10 new books annually to kindergarten-3rd grade students throughout the Greater Cincinnati area who lack reliable, targeted book access. www.QueenCityBookBank.org https://www.facebook.com/queencitybookbank Instagram: @Queencitybookbank John Otten--Brave Like Me Foundation is a nonprofit organization dedicated to partnering with families who have children with complex medical conditions (CMCs). Inspired by the memory of Brayden Otten, our mission revolves around creating moments of uninhibited joy for children with CMCs. Our programs and services are tailored to each child to ensure they have a safe, supportive, and accessible experience. To learn more about the Brave Like Me Foundation and how to support, visit www.bravelikemefoundation.org.   

Janelle Harper is a Bronx native who proudly carries her New York accent anywhere she goes. She finds inspiration in city living and the diverse experiences of the African Diaspora. When she is not enjoying the hidden gems of the Bronx, she is traveling and exploring new cultures. She is a proud veteran public school teacher who comes from a long line of educators. She is passionate about creating stories that reflect the children in her Bronx classroom and neighborhood. When she’s not thinking about her next book, Janelle can often be found in her dance studio, blasting music, yelling “five-six-seven-eight,” and preparing elaborate student productions. https://www.janelleharperauthor.com/ https://www.instagram.com/bxstoryteller https://www.facebook.com/BXStoryteller http://twitter.com/bxstoryteller

Content creators James Homan and CaLeigha Callahan have skyrocketed on social media over the past few years for their relationship goals, lifestyle content, entrepreneurial business ventures and fashion content. Along with their exciting content constantly being released, the couple is also in the early stages of planning a lifestyle podcast focusing on the modern-day couple, mental health, working functionally as a couple and maintaining boundaries, as well as other topics near and dear to their hearts. Today, the couple have over 1.4 million social media followers. James Homan + CaLeigha Callahan (@jamesandcaleigha) • Instagram photos and videos CaLeigha Callahan (@caleigha.callahan) • Instagram photos and videos

Mr. Buddy, Mike and Mark LaRosa. Earlier this week local pizzeria legend, Mr. Buddy LaRosa celebrated 70 years in business.  Mr. Buddy and his two sons, Mike and Mark, joined the show to talk about the bond between fathers and their sons. As a father, Mr. LaRosa said it was important for him to teach his sons how to become successful businessmen. LaRosa’s sons, Mike and Mark recalled stories of how their father influenced them both personally and professionally.  https://www.larosas.com/ https://www.facebook.com/LaRosasPizzeria https://www.instagram.com/larosaspizzeria/

Jill Brink, CancerFree Kids. CareFree Kids exist because childhood cancer research is critically underfunded, often leaving treatment options limited and unsafe for kids. CancerFree KID mission is to eradicate cancer as a life-threatening disease in children by funding promising research that might otherwise go unfunded.   CancerFree KIDS is partnering with Jersey Mike’s for their 14th Annual Month of Giving. During the month of March, customers will have the option to round up their purchase to the nearest dollar or donate $1, $3, or $5 when placing their order. Charities include hospitals, youth organizations, food banks and more. The campaign culminates with the nationwide event, Day of Giving, on Wednesday, March 27, when local Jersey Mike’s owners and operators will donate their resources and every single dollar that comes in to local charities. For more information, visit jerseymikes.com/mog. https://www.cancerfreekids.org/  

Regina Lawless, Author, Do You: A Journey of Success, Loss and Learning to Live a More MeaningFULL Life.  Regina, former head of DEI at Instagram (now Meta). After climbing corporate latter, Lawless made the decision of leave it all behind to save herself, her mental health, and her spirit after the sudden and devastating death of her husband. She joins us to share her amazing journey. 

Charlie Howard, Executive Vice President of the Greater Cincinnati Automobile Dealers Association (GCADA). The 36th Cincinnati Auto Expo will celebrate the retail automotive industry by providing guests with opportunities to experience new technologies and explore features created for the newest cars, crossovers, EVs, SUVs, trucks and more from popular domestic and import manufacturers. The 36th Cincinnati Auto Expo takes place March 14th-17th 2024 at the Duke Energy Convention Center. https://cincinnatiautoexpo.com/

Last year Marked the 60th anniversary of the EQUAL PAY ACT—Which mandated equal pay for equal work and sought to eliminate gender-based disparities in compensation. However, I recent study revealed that Women Earned 82% of what Men Earn This morning, we talk about the WOMEN AND THE GENDER PAY GAP This morning we are joined by: Yasemin Besen-Cassino THE COST OF BEING A GIRL: Working Teens and the Origins of the Gender Wage Gap Sarah Jane Glynn U.S. Department of Labor

Last year Marked the 60th anniversary of the EQUAL PAY ACT—Which mandated equal pay for equal work and sought to eliminate gender-based disparities in compensation. However, I recent study revealed that Women Earned 82% of what Men Earn. This morning, we talk about the WOMEN AND THE GENDER PAY GAP with Sarah Jane Glynn and Yasemin Besen-Cassino.

Lesa Cline-Ransome (Author) and James E. Ransome (Illustrator), Fighting with Love: The Legacy of John Lewis. The talented husband and wife team of James E. Ransome and Lesa Cline-Ransome join the show to discuss their latest project, Fight with Love. The beautifully written and amazingly illustrated picture books follows the life of John Lewis from the cotton fields of Alabama to the fight for civil rights beside his mentor, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. 

Husband and wife duo, Bawe and Ashley Shinholster joins Sunday Morning magazine to talk about their new book, which was inspired by their oldest son, Bawe Jr. who they lovingly call Bear. Bawe Jr. was diagnosed with autism. From the first signs to diagnosis to intervention, the Shinholster’s share their autism journey. 

Dr. Rebekah Fenton, Pediatrician, New Mom “On Valentine’s Day, there are many ways we can show children how much we love them that goes beyond candy and cards,” says pediatrician and new mom, Dr. Rebekah Fenton. She joins us with 14 Ways to Show Your Child Love on Valentine's Day and Every Day.  

Part #3--- In November 2022 Terri became one of the first patients to receive a new heart through The Christ Hospital Heart Transplant program. Terri and her husband, George, join the show to talk about her heart health journey. We were also joined by Dr. Thomas O’Brien, Advanced Heart Failure Cardiologist with the Christ Hospital Network. 

Part #2----In November 2022 Terri became one of the first patients to receive a new heart through The Christ Hospital Heart Transplant program.  Terri and her husband, George, join the show to talk about her heart health journey. We were also joined by Dr. Thomas O’Brien, Advanced Heart Failure Cardiologist with the Christ Hospital Network. 

In November 2022 Terri became one of the first patients to receive a new heart through The Christ Hospital Heart Transplant program.  Terri and her husband, George, join the show to talk about her heart health journey. We were also joined by Dr. Thomas O’Brien, Advanced Heart Failure Cardiologist with the Christ Hospital Network.