A Meeting Is Not A Movement

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From Projects to PhD: An Interview with Ricky Jones on the Importance of Education 36:46

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Don't Be A Home For Hatred 31:48

13 days ago31:48

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Welcome Shelley Stewart to the Radio Hall of Fame! 36:02

21 days ago36:02

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Sharing Generational Knowledge with Elijah Davis 37:16

28 days ago37:16

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Young, Gifted and Black. A Chat with Artist Erica Chisholm 35:02

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The Unknown Community of Calcis, Alabama 34:09

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Discussing Fatherhood with Marlon Keller 36:36

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Still Singing the Blues 29:00

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A Meeting Is Not A Movement 32:24

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There's a Leak in the Roof 33:45

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Education is Our Most Important Asset 30:32

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Another Look At Hosea Williams 32:44

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Send us a text Dr. King's legacy inspired generations of activists and leaders, and his contributions continue to be recognized and celebrated today as a beacon of hope and progress. But Dr. King had a premonition about his death, and he warned the members of his inner circle to beware of the tactics external forces would use to break the movement apart after he was gone. In today's episode, Shalley takes another look at his interview with Hosea Williams. As a member of the King's inner circle, Hosea Williams served as the advance man, organizing some of the most important events in the movement. Williams traveled to cities throughout the South, recruiting and organizing volunteers, paving the way for appearances by King, Jesse Jackson, and Andrew Young. Williams and John Lewis led the "Bloody Sunday" march in Selma, Alabama, in 1965. This episode features an interview from September of 1994 with Shelley Stewart and Hosea Williams . Hosea reveals the dire warning King had for the members of his inner circle. Was Hosea Williams right? Did the Dream of Dr. Martin Luther King Become a Nightmare? Listen and let us know what you think. Follow us and continue the conversation on Facebook , Instagram , and LinkedIn .…

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Happy Heavenly Birthday to Sam Stewart 38:19

12 weeks ago38:19

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Send us a text April 29 is a special day in Shelley's life. It is the birthday of his younger brother, Sam. Join us as Shelley shares an interview from 1994 with his brother Sam, just two weeks before his passing. Follow us and continue the conversation on Facebook , Instagram , and LinkedIn .

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Respect For All 34:10

13 weeks ago34:10

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Responsibility in the Modern Age 34:52

14 weeks ago34:52

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Old Sayings That Still Have Meaning 25:51

15 weeks ago25:51

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Make America Greater 29:07

17 weeks ago29:07

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The Importance of Education 27:40

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A Reunion with the Son of Mr Clyde 23:09

19 weeks ago23:09

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Send us a text Hey Plumbliners, we’ve often talked about Mr Clyde – the man who took Shelley in when he was living in Stringfellows Stable. Well, a few weeks ago Shelley had a reunion with Mr Clyde’s son. Stay tuned and we’ll tell you all about it. Follow us and continue the conversation on Facebook , Instagram , and LinkedIn .…

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Shelley's Back! 32:08

20 weeks ago32:08

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Send us a text Hey Plumbliners. Welcome to Season 9 of the Plumbline! Let’s take a walk out to the back porch and hear some of Shelley’s reflections on his 90 years of life. Get ready, Shelley is back! Follow us and continue the conversation on Facebook , Instagram , and LinkedIn .

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"The Playboy" Fights for Human Rights (Rebroadcast) 30:44

21 weeks ago30:44

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Send us a text This week, Shelley expands on the story of his growing popularity as a radio personality. He fought for equality in access and pay at the radio stations where he worked. And he shares stories about meeting and working with Dr King well before he was well-known. Stay tuned and learn more about Shelley’s ongoing struggle for equality and human rights. Follow us and continue the conversation on Facebook , Instagram , and LinkedIn .…

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The Back Porch: Race, Racism and Happiness (Rebroadcast) 25:11

22 weeks ago25:11

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Send us a text Hey Plumbliners, This week, we rebroadcast an episode we first released in June 2024. Shelley and I shared our experiences learning about race and racism. Then, we touched upon the topic of happiness. Stayed tuned. It's worth another listen. Follow us and continue the conversation on Facebook , Instagram , and LinkedIn .…

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Should We End Black History Month? (Rebroadcast) 39:16

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Send us a text Black History Month has been celebrated for decades as a time to honor and recognize the contributions and achievements of Black individuals throughout history. However, some argue that relegating Black history to a single month perpetuates segregation and fails to fully integrate it into the mainstream curriculum. Ending Black History Month could be beneficial, as it would emphasize that Black history is an integral part of American history that should be incorporated into educational curricula throughout the year. Today, we rebroadcast a podcast we first released in April of 2023. The podcast features an interview with Dr. Horace Huntley in February 1991 and suggests that by ending Black History Month, we might celebrate Black culture and history throughout the year. Follow us and continue the conversation on Facebook , Instagram , and LinkedIn .…

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Shelley Reflects on Black History Month and Racism (Rebroadcast) 27:48

24 weeks ago27:48

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Send us a text Today, we re-share an episode from 2023. Shelley shares his personal insights on the overt and not-so-overt signs that racism is still evident in America today. Stay tuned as the plumbline seeks the truth. Follow us and continue the conversation on Facebook , Instagram , and LinkedIn .…

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Hate Crimes (Rebroadcast) 37:50

25 weeks ago37:50

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Send us a text Hey Plumbliners. This is Mark Jamroz, producer of Shelley’s Plumbline. Just a few days ago, on January 27th, Shelley and I celebrated what would have been the 93rd birthday of his brother Jerome, affectionally known as Bubba. To continue that celebration, we’re going to rebroadcast one of the Plumbline’s most popular podcasts. It’s about Hate Crimes, featuring Rodney Max. It seems this message is as important today as it ever has been. Stay tuned, and Happy Heavenly Birthday to Jerome Stewart. Follow us and continue the conversation on Facebook , Instagram , and LinkedIn .…

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Rare Speeches of Dr. Martin Luther King (Rebroadcast) 38:32

26 weeks ago38:32

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Send us a text As we continue the retrospective of Shelley's Plumbline, and in honor of Martin Luther King Jr Day, we are rebroadcasting an episode from Season 3. They feature some rare recordings of #MLK that Shelley had forgotten about. These are speeches MLK made in Birmingham! Why are they rare? Because for his protection and to keep Bull Conner guessing, Dr. King would often show up to churches unannounced to make speeches. Shelley Stewart was in attendance recording the choir when Dr. King showed up. They left the recorder running when he made these speeches. You can hear them both in this week's podcast. Very timely given that September 15 is the anniversary of bombing of the 16th Street Baptist Church. In Season 3, Shelley sets the record straight on the "Movement" and how only the media called it the "Civil Rights Movement." It was, and is, a Movement for the freedom of all people. Please listen, and if you are so moved, share it with others. #civilrightsmovement #shelleysplumbline #humanrights Follow us and continue the conversation on Facebook , Instagram , and LinkedIn .…

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Interview with Hosea Williams: Did the Dream of Dr King Become a Nightmare? (Rebroadcast) 35:29

27 weeks ago35:29

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Send us a text Dr. King's legacy inspired generations of activists and leaders, and his contributions continue to be recognized and celebrated today as a beacon of hope and progress. But Dr. King had a premonition about his death, and he warned the members of his inner circle to beware of the tactics external forces would use to break the movement apart after he was gone. As a member of the King's inner circle, Hosea Williams served as the advance man, organizing some of the most important events in the movement. Williams traveled to cities throughout the South, recruiting and organizing volunteers, paving the way for appearances by King, Jesse Jackson, and Andrew Young. Williams and John Lewis led the "Bloody Sunday" march in Selma, Alabama, in 1965. This episode features an interview from September of 1994 with Shelley Stewart and Hosea Williams . Hosea reveals the dire warning King had for the members of his inner circle. Was Hosea Williams right? Did the Dream of Dr. Martin Luther King Become a Nightmare? Listen and let us know what you think. Follow us and continue the conversation on Facebook , Instagram , and LinkedIn .…

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Internalized Racism (Rebroadcast) 36:55

28 weeks ago36:55

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Send us a text Hey, Plumbliners. As we rewind through some of our most popular podcasts, we couldn’t overlook our very first. It was published on April 17, 2023. And it’s about Internalized Racism. Take a listen. Follow us and continue the conversation on Facebook , Instagram , and LinkedIn .

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Rebroadcast of The Last Interview with Eddie Kendricks 45:50

29 weeks ago45:50

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Send us a text Happy New Year, Plumbliners! Welcome to the year 2025! We are planning for great things in this new year, but before we get started, we wanted to look back. So, for the next few weeks, we will be rebroadcasting some of YOUR favorite Plumblines. To date, we have published 87 podcasts. While most of our fans are in the US, Shelley’s Plumbline has a global reach with downloads in Singapore, Asia, Europe, and Africa. When it comes to subject matter, some of our most popular podcasts have been about Internalized Racism, Hate Crimes, the interview with Hosea Williams, The Rare Speeches of Dr King, and the stories of Shelley’s life in music and the Chitlin' Circuit. So today, to kick off the New Year in style, we’re going to rebroadcast the episode of The Last Interview with Eddie Kendricks, the lead singer for The Temptations. Happy New Year, Plumbliners! Let’s make it our best ever. Follow us and continue the conversation on Facebook , Instagram , and LinkedIn .…

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"The Colored Doctor," Dr Cashen 37:47

30 weeks ago37:47

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Send us a text In this episode, we continue our conversation from last week, when Shelley and Ezekwa discuss the effects of the Willie Lynch letter with Dr Cashen, a one-time candidate for governor of Alabama on the independent ticket. Follow us and continue the conversation on Facebook , Instagram , and LinkedIn .…

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Ezekwa Abdullah Discusses Willie Lynch in the Late 90s 48:41

31 weeks ago48:41

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Send us a text Today we pick up on the theme of the Willie Lynch letter, but in a different time and place. Stay tuned as we hear an interview from 1997 with Ezekwa Abdullah. Follow us and continue the conversation on Facebook , Instagram , and LinkedIn .

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The Legend of Willie Lynch 34:18

32 weeks ago34:18

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Send us a text Whether the Willie Lynch letter is real or not, the content of the message remains very much intact today. Seeding division among an audience is a way to get them fighting amongst themselves, which makes them easier to control from the outside. Today, Shelley takes a look at the continuing impact of that strategy on the world. Follow us and continue the conversation on Facebook , Instagram , and LinkedIn .…

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George Subira: Teaching Black People to Sell. 38:23

33 weeks ago38:23

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Send us a text Today, Shelley continues his search for the truth on the topic of selling. It is often an occupation that is looked on with disdain, yet nothing can happen without it. Whether it’s an idea or a product, we are all selling something. Follow us and continue the conversation on Facebook , Instagram , and LinkedIn .…

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The Immigration Story of George Sarris 38:07

35 weeks ago38:07

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Send us a text Today, Shelley shares an interview from 1991 with George Sarris. Mr. Sarris was an immigrant from Greece who eventually developed a small empire of seafood restaurants in and around the Birmingham, Alabama, area. He discusses how the Greek community worked together to help each other grow and prosper. Follow us and continue the conversation on Facebook , Instagram , and LinkedIn .…

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Charles Gray and the Re-Education of Our Children 37:54

36 weeks ago37:54

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Send us a text This week, Shelley once again shines the light on the importance of education as he shares a recording from 1991 of a speech given by Charles Gray on the Re-Education of our Children. Follow us and continue the conversation on Facebook , Instagram , and LinkedIn .

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Bubba's Sacrifice, Georgia Price and Voting Rights 34:19

37 weeks ago34:19

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Send us a text As election week finally rolls around, Shelley recalls the ultimate sacrifice that was made by his bother Jerome in Korea. He also talks about Georgia Price and others who, in the late 50s and mid-60s, paved the way for the movement toward equality and human rights in the United States. Follow us and continue the conversation on Facebook , Instagram , and LinkedIn .…

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Shelley Stirs the Pot in the 60s 33:53

38 weeks ago33:53

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Send us a text In this week’s episode, Shelley explains the real meaning behind equality. Plus, he shares some stores from early in his career, including an encounter with the Ku Klux Klan. Stay tuned. Follow us and continue the conversation on Facebook , Instagram , and LinkedIn .

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Shelley Gets Arrested in Jackson, Mississippi 34:52

39 weeks ago34:52

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Send us a text Today, Shelley continues sharing anecdotes from his life. This week, he tells us about the time he was arrested when he took a job in Jackson, Mississippi. Follow us and continue the conversation on Facebook , Instagram , and LinkedIn .

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Shelley Builds A Business 32:59

40 weeks ago32:59

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Send us a text In this week’s episode, Shelley recalls how he evolved from his role beyond an on-air personality, developing the key relationships that set the foundation for his future as a businessman. Follow us and continue the conversation on Facebook , Instagram , and LinkedIn .

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"The Playboy" Fights for Human Rights 30:44

41 weeks ago30:44

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The Playboy In His Prime 30:57

42 weeks ago30:57

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Send us a text Shelley's popularity is growing in strength and numbers as his fresh style and approach pays off as begins to dominate the airwaves in Birmingham, Alabama in the mid-1950s. Follow us and continue the conversation on Facebook , Instagram , and LinkedIn .

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The Birth of Shelley "The Playboy" 34:13

43 weeks ago34:13

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Send us a text As we celebrate Shelley’s 90th birthday this week, Shelley shares an episode in his life that marks the birth of Shelley “The Playboy.” It was while he was in the Air Force that Shelley first began to develop his well-known radio persona. Stay tuned. Follow us and continue the conversation on Facebook , Instagram , and LinkedIn .…

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Escape from Mississippi 34:14

44 weeks ago34:14

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Send us a text In this week’s episode, Shelley talks about a daring escape where Shelley recused his brothers Sam and Dave from a plantation in Mississippi. Follow us and continue the conversation on Facebook , Instagram , and LinkedIn .

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A Reunion with Bubba and Some Trouble With A Gun 38:38

45 weeks ago38:38

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Send us a text As we continue our march towards Shelley’s 90th birthday, Shelley shares some stories about his first experience with journalism, public speaking and broadcasting. He shares how he ran into some trouble with one of the gangs at high school and how he had a second reunion with his oldest brother, Bubba. Follow us and continue the conversation on Facebook , Instagram , and LinkedIn .…

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Shelley Heads to High School 38:51

46 weeks ago38:51