Shows
Downtown Soulville with Mr. Fine Wine | WFMUI can't get enough of you from Aug 15, 2025
Chuck Edwards - "Downtown Soulville" - 45
Music behind DJ:
The Valuneers - "King Bee" - 45
Billy Kope & the Quardells - "Lula" - 45
Joanie Lyons and Tommy Dodson - "Don't Lie to Me" - 45
The Up Tights - "Academy Awards of Love" - 45
Nat Foster - "Rock'n the Summer Away" - 45
Music behind DJ:
Le Roy Hamilton - "The Bump" - 45
The Zircons - "Your Prisoner" - 45
The Crescents - "Come Back Baby" - 45
Don Covay and the Goodtimers - "Please Do Something" - 45
Ernestine Eady - "...
2025-08-1600 min
Downtown SoulvilleI can't get enough of you from Aug 15, 2025Chuck Edwards - "Downtown Soulville" - 45
Music behind DJ:
The Valuneers - "King Bee" - 45
Billy Kope & the Quardells - "Lula" - 45
Joanie Lyons and Tommy Dodson - "Don't Lie to Me" - 45
The Up Tights - "Academy Awards of Love" - 45
Nat Foster - "Rock'n the Summer Away" - 45
Music behind DJ:
Le Roy Hamilton - "The Bump" - 45
The Zircons - "Your Prisoner" - 45
The Crescents - "Come Back Baby" - 45
Don Covay and the Goodtimers - "Please Do Something" - 45
Ernestine Eady - "...
2025-08-161h 08
The Michigan Opportunity Radio ShowThe Michigan Opportunity Radio Show ~ Feb. 22, 2025March 8, 2025 ~ ARDISANA LIZABETH A, CEO - ASG Renaissance
Ernestine Lyons, Global Entrepreneur In Residence Program Manager, Global Detroit
"Michigan: Attracting Top Talent for Key Industries—Locally & Globally!" Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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2025-02-2337 min
The Michigan OpportunityS4 Ep.44 - Ernestine Lyons, Global Entrepreneur In Residence Program Manager, Global DetroitGlobal Detroit: Empowering Communities and Driving Economic GrowthErnestine Lyons manages Global Detroit’s Global Entrepreneur in Residence (Global EIR) program. Hear her talk about how the Global EIR program works with immigrant tech entrepreneurs to start businesses in Michigan and helps them grow in scale. Global Detroit is an effort to revitalize Metro Detroit’s economy by pursuing strategies that strengthen Detroit’s connections to the world and making the region more attractive and welcoming to immigrants, internationals, and foreign trade and investment. Since 2010, Global Detroit has helped connect over $6.5 million in philant...
2024-11-2723 min
CYKIAE (Christ You Know It Ain't Easy)CYKIAE Season 007 Part 10. Stolen Generations Myth. Meet Baz Luhrmann at the Rabbit Proof Fence.Molly, Gracie and Daisy were sent to the Moore River Settlement in 1931 by the Protector of Aborigines, AO Neville. What was it like, the place they were being sent to? Doris Pilkington, in her book, Follow the Rabbit Proof Fence tells us that the settlement was for Aboriginal half-caste children only. But is that right?
Tag words: Molly; Gracie; Daisy; Moore River Settlement; Protector of Aborigines; AO Neville; Doris Pilkington; Follow the Rabbit Proof Fence; Aboriginal half-caste children; Carrolup; Phil Noyce; Rabbit Proof Fence; E. C. Mitchell; Great Depression; Constable Riggs; Justice O’Loughlin; Cubillo/Gunner Case; Christin...
2023-08-2223 min
Black FridaysKey Resources for Your Small Businesses - Ep. 48 w/ Ernestine LyonsWhat up Doe?? Ernestine has worked in economic development and government relations in the field of small business development. In addition to helping tech founders in the state of Michigan find the proper resources to make their businesses more sustainable, Ernestine is also encouraging millennials to get involved through her podcast Quick To Politic. Tap in with us as we discuss the following:Why you should run for local governmentHow small businesses can get better resourcesCreating spaces for Black tech professionalsHost IG: https://www.instagram.com/denzellturner/Show...
2023-07-1437 min
Michigan VCtalkSteve Tobocman & Ernestine Lyons, Global Detroit & Ayush Agarwal, Pencil Learning Technologies (Part 2)Ara talks with Steve Tobocman and Ernestine Lyons of Global Detroit about the work their organization is doing to support the immigrant entrepreneurial ecosystem. The second half of the podcast highlights a native of India, Ayush Agarwal, a product leader and angel investor who has led major initiatives at Google and Facebook. He is the co-founder of Pencil Learning Technologies, a software solution that offers content management, workflows and communications for educators to structure and maximize student learning while saving time. Pencil has raised $5 million in venture capital since joining Global Detroit's Global EIR program in 2020. Recently, Ayush and...
2022-06-2844 min
Michigan VCtalkSteve Tobocman & Ernestine Lyons Global Detroit and Ashok Seetharam, PAXAFE (Part 1)Ara talks with Steve Tobocman and Ernestine Lyons of Global Detroit about the work their organization is doing to support the immigrant entrepreneurial ecosystem. The second half of the podcast highlights founder Ashok Seetharam, PAXAFE and he discussed his startup and how Global Detroit supported his desire to stay in the US.
2022-06-1639 minDowntown SoulvilleMy soul's on fire from May 20, 2022Chuck Edwards - "Downtown Soulville" - 45
Music behind DJ:
Roosevelt Hopes - "Scoop" - 45
The Showmen - "Com'n Home" - 45
"Big" Al Downing - "Miss Lucy" - 45
Walter Spriggs - "I Pawned Everything" - 45
Faye Adams - "Johnny Lee" - 45
Bobby Bland - "Blue Moon" - 45
Music behind DJ:
Larry Liggett - "Ma Ma Yoquiero Mambo" - 45
Dee Dee Sharp - "Comin' Home Baby" - 45
Richard Lyons - "Comin' Home Baby" - 45
Frances Faye - "Comin' Home Baby" - 45
Music behind DJ:
The Madara...
2022-05-211h 08
Speaking Tongues Podcast: Celebrating Voices, Stories, and Flavors From Around the Globe73. Speaking Mandarin, Arabic & RussianHello Language Lovers! Thank you for joining me for this episode of Speaking Tongues- the podcast in conversation with multilinguals. My guest this week is Ernestine Lyons, a current councilwoman from Harper Woods, Michigan, host of Quick to Politic podcast and founder of Linglobal and we’re talking about her languages of Mandarin, Arabic and Russian
In this episode, Ernestine tells us how she was attracted to learning languages that are sometimes considered challenging for English speakers. We talk about her travel experiences including her time studying abroad in China, South Africa and in Russia. She tells us a...
2021-10-041h 15
Connect With CourageErnestine Lyons (Detroit/USA) on Building Better Communities and Persisting Through FailureErnestine Lyons (Detroit/USA) holds several political offices and she is passionate about building strong communities, supporting local businesses, and advocating for mental health.
Listen in to this conversation and you'll learn:
* Why it can be a good thing to fail at your first attempts
* How your network and community gives you support and purpose
* That the next big step always looks scary
* What to do when you have more ideas than you can handle
My favorite takeaway:
"I feel like I need to...
2021-05-0457 min
Quick To PoliticAmanda Lewan founder and CEO of Bamboo DetroitAmanda Lewan founder of Bamboo Detroit (and Royal Oak) on Quick to Politic is a writer and community builder with a mission is to unite and move our region forward. As co-founder and CEO of Bamboo, she leads the development and activation of a portfolio of modern spaces. Bamboo specializes in building community and fostering inclusive innovation. https://www.bamboodetroit.com • From journalism to being the founder of a company: How did you trade one form of storytelling for another form of storyselling? • Women in Entrepreneurship: building diverse communities, creating more pathways into entrepreneurship, investment gaps we s...
2021-03-2629 minQuick To PoliticBeing Mayor of Pontiac (Quick to Politic with Deirdre Waterman)This week on Quick to Politic we sit down with Mayor of Pontiac, Michigan Deirdre Waterman. We talk about the challenges she faced turning a city around and what she hopes will be the legacy of her city. On January 1, 2014, Dr. Deirdre Waterman was sworn-in as Mayor of the City of Pontiac, the first woman mayor in Pontiac’s long and storied history. In 2017, Mayor Waterman made history once again as the first mayor to earn a second term, signaling a strong message and mandate that Pontiac citizens believe in her vision for the future. As...
2021-03-2635 minQuick To PoliticHow to Start a PodcastRobin Kinnie of Motor City Woman podcast and we will discuss the explosion of podcasting as a medium for storytelling and conveying more in-depth news. Her company encourages conversations that intersect with innovation, entrepreneurship, and storytelling.
Check us out on YouTube for more politics language and discussions on environmentalism.
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2021-02-2737 minQuick To PoliticNon Profits and EntrepreneurshipKeith Crispen joins us in this episode of Quick to Politic in a discussion of Non-Profits and Entrepreneurship. Crispen holds a Bachelor of Science in Management from Wayne State University’s Mike Ilitch School of Business, and a Masters of Community (Economic) Development from the University of Detroit-Mercy’s School of Architecture. He serves as the Principal of Consulting for The Crispen Group, Inc. (TCG). Crispen’s firm has connected startups and nonprofits to capital for nearly 10 years. TCG was chosen by the Small Business Administration as an e200 Emerging Leader in small business operational excellence in 2013. C...
2021-02-261h 03Quick To PoliticThe Politics of Storytelling (Reporting & Politics)Former television news reporter turned Chief of Staff for Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan joins the discussion tonight on Quick To Politic. With nearly 20 years of experience in TV news media, government, corporate, and community relations, Alexis is a skilled strategist and founder of Moment Strategies. She is a mom, wife, and a leader who knows how to manage people, develop and deliver an effective message that connects with the needs of the greater community, gains buy-in and makes an impact. Someone recently asked me how I got my start in politics and I actually remember it...
2021-02-1235 minQuick To PoliticInvesting in Real EstateIn this episode of Quick to Politic we talk real estate. Looking to buy a home? Want to look into an investment home? Real estate expert and Diplomat Realtor Nicholas Sinishtaj will give us the scoop and their hot take on how policy impacts homeownership and home values.
Questions for Quick to Politic Podcast Investing in Real Estate with
Nicholas Sininstaj
1. Tell us about yourself and how you made the jump from foreign policy to real estate.
2. What is the housing market like and how has the pandemic affected...
2021-01-291h 16Quick To PoliticThe politics of CryptocurrenciesQuick To Politic Investing and Venture Capital with David Silva Smith on the future of trading currencies, investing and what industries will remain.
2021-01-2129 min
Quick To PoliticRestoring a Historical Home and Shifting CareersIn this interview with Gloria Lyons, my sister, we talk about the challenges of homeownership and how she overcame the odds and shifted careers to buy and restore a 100+ year old house and make it a home.
Follow Gloria for home renovation advice as she makes the journey from accounting and finance to becoming a residential builder:
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https://www.ernestinelyons.com
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2021-01-1946 minQuick To PoliticPolitics of the Middle East, Now, Then and the FutureOur guest on Quick to Politic this week is Dr. Tareq A. Ramadan, Ph.D. a Wayne State University professor of anthropology and near eastern studies who has been working with immigration attorneys across the United States as a country conditions expert, testifying in immigration court on behalf of respondents facing deportation to countries like Iraq, Syria, Lebanon, and other Middle Eastern states. We explore Iraq specifically, the history of the Mideast, in terms of strategic interests to the united states. This discussion also includes developments in Iraq since the George W. Bush administration, how the US left...
2021-01-1054 minQuick To PoliticThe Mob that Stormed the Capitol, Finance, Investing and Wealth CreationMatthew Roling, innovator at the Mike Illitch School of Business, Venture Capitalist and Finance guru shares his wisdom on Making Smart Financial Decisions. We dive into the reasons for the conditions that lead to the mob of protesters who stormed the capital building in Washington DC. Followed by a robust conversation on the following. 1. Saving during unprecedented times 2. Investment decisions, bonds, money market accounts, stocks, cryptocurrencies 3. Money-related topics are difficult to discuss and our society makes them taboo for a reason. What are common mistakes people make with money? 4. Long...
2021-01-081h 04Quick To PoliticUrban Planning and Re-imagining Inclusive CitiesIn this episode, we talk about urban planning, activism with regard to city planning, mobilization, and renting versus homeownership. The brilliant Wendy Caldwell-Liddell, mom, wife, and urban planner shares her passion and intelligence to ask how we can set new plans in place for making our cities better.
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2021-01-0658 min
We outside periodS2E3: Hot Girl SustainabilityThis week your favorite duo sat down with very special guest Ernestine Lyons to speak on the topic of “sustainability” & what it means to them. Ernestine is a Harper woods elected official, world traveler, semi vegan and just all around a bad ass! This conversation covers several topics relating to sustainability ranging from the origins of the coronavirus, to “reusable toilet paper”. Let’s head into 2021 remembering we only get one earth, let’s do what we can to save it. Special thanks to Ernestine, check out her YouTube (Ernestine Lyons) for videos on related topics and her instagram @erniely as well! Tha...
2020-12-2051 minQuick To PoliticMental Health, Seasonal Depression and Coping with COVIDIn this episode of Quick to Politic, a conversation with CARE of South East Michigan and Detroit Wayne Integrated Health Network. We talk about their many mental health and drug prevention resources that are free to the community in Southeast Michigan and Wayne County. We will also discuss seasonal depression during the holidays and mental health. Our guests are MaryJo Harris of CARE, Karra E. Thomas and Tinetra Burns of Detroit Wayne Integrated Health Network (DWIHN).
We discussed the following questions:
1. Seasonal depression and the holidays, how might COVID have compounded things in...
2020-12-1856 minQuick To PoliticFrom Global to Local part 2 of 2Hey Y'all its Ernestine here testing out the podcast mic, interface and headphones. Randomly telling the story of what lead me to get involved in politics. This is part 2 of the first episode picking up on international exposures, voice over and acting glasses and what I learned in graduate school.
2020-12-1518 minQuick To PoliticWhy politics and who is Ernestine Lyons part 2Hey Y'all its Ernestine here testing out the podcast mic, interface and headphones. Randomly telling the story of what lead me to get involved in politics. Stay tuned for part 2 of this episode, I left off on graduate school.
2020-12-1504 minQuick To PoliticA Conversation with Cynthia Douglas of the NAACPIn this week's episode of Quick to Politic we are joined by Cynthia M. Douglas activist, community leader and President of the Grosse Pointe and Harper Woods NAACP in Michigan. As race relations in the U.S. continue to make headlines, we ask what has the struggle this year for social justice been like for you Ms. Douglas? The NAACP has been around for a long time. But the challenges we face for social justice are still just as relevant 111 years later. We talk about social justice in suburban communities on the east side and the continuing...
2020-12-1447 minWe outside periodQuick to Politic: We Outside featured on Ernestine Lyons' podcast from December 3, 2020Yes it's long, but this conversation is very expansive and we discuss a plethora of relevant topics ranging from representation in the political system to gun rights, police brutality and the education system as it stands today. We hope you enjoy, we definitely did!
2020-12-131h 07Quick To PoliticThoughts on Public Safety and Mic CheckTesting out my new podcasting microphone and audio interface with a talk through thoughts on public safety.
2020-12-1309 minQuick To PoliticPolitical Conversation with Generation ZThe topic on Quick to Politic is the future of political leadership. We talk with Generation Z about how they are taking activism to the next level. Harper Woods's own “We Outside Podcast” joins for a collaboration. We are also joined by Brenden Menefee, 23 a Detroit native who remotely became involved with the community. Although never a resident of Harper Woods, he has been fully immersed in the culture since starting junior high at the city’s middle school. Not a very audible leader, but someone who wants to motivate and teach the youth in ways that they can feel...
2020-12-0600 minQuick To PoliticHow to Save the Planet with Rob GreenfieldIn this interview with famed environmental activist Rob Greenfield we talk about how to lessen the impact of your carbon footprint and how to advocate for true change.
In this exciting and inspiring interview with environmental activist and adventurer Rob Greenfield. He is dedicated to leading the way to a more sustainable and just world. We explore topics relating to what local elected officials can do to combat climate change and foster an atmosphere of social responsibility. We also discuss how climate justice is racial justice. Learn more about Rob Greenfield on his website: https...
2020-11-2600 minQuick To PoliticIt's Time for a ChangeNewly Elected 32 A District Court Judge Rebekah R. Coleman of Harper Woods Joins us in this episode.
About Rebekah
Attorney Rebekah R. Coleman was born and raised in the city of Detroit. She was educated in the Detroit Public School system and graduated with honors from Cass Technical High School. Her educational journey continued at Michigan State University where she excelled academically and earned a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Theatre. After concluding her undergraduate studies, Attorney Coleman attended Wayne State University Law School where she earned her Juris Doctorate degree. ...
2020-11-1300 minQuick To PoliticHow to Win an ElectionMariah Phelps is an experienced Political Consultant from Kalamazoo, MI. For years, Mariah has been a trailblazer in the political arena. You may know her from her experience managing campaigns at the Congressional, State, Countywide, and local levels. A week before the 2020 presidential election we sit down with this campaign wiz to find out how to win an election!
Join us every week on Quick to Politic as we discuss contemporary political issues. Subscribe and support us on Patreon
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2020-10-2500 minQuick To PoliticTeferi Brent on Quick to PoliticWhen I became an elected official last year, winning a seat on Harper Woods City Council, I knew I wanted to make an impact by having deeper political conversations. I started "Quick to Politic" as a podcast idea. The Coronavirus Pandemic has created a renewed need to have conversations around what the future holds in terms of policy and the economy. It made me want to deep dive, reach across the isles, and bridge differing perspectives to have a discourse around how to be better humans. The social justice...
2020-10-0900 minQuick To PoliticPlanning for the FutureAn impromptu conversation about planning and mapping your future. I want to hear from my audience let me know your thoughts on Twitter, instagram and Facebook.
2020-09-2808 minQuick To PoliticDisruptive Innovation in Politics with Gabriela Santiago-RomeroOur guest on this episode of Quick to Politic is Candidate for Wayne County Commissioner District 4 Gabriela Santiago-Romero. Feel the energy as two disruptive innovators discuss activism in the age of COVID-19, immigration issues during the Trump era, and how Millennial political leaders are demanding more accountability. Please like comment and subscribe! To learn more about Gabriela check out her website http://gabrielasantiagoromero.com
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2020-09-2545 minQuick To PoliticCommunity Policing and Social JusticeWe are living in times of great change, as we become more introspective we need to challenge ourselves to have more discussions on what justice for all will look like in the next decade. Join us for a workshop and discussion on the future of public safety in times of greater social change.
The purpose of this workshop is to address the divide that is happening in our country. On one side we acknowledge that the jobs of law enforcement and public safety is not an easy one. On the other...
2020-09-231h 24Quick To PoliticThe Slow Growth Path To Wealth CreationIn this episode we delve into the world of planning, saving and meeting economic and fiancnail goals. I talk about revisiting the goals I set in 2020 around personal finance and give 2 recommendations for helping you strive for more financial freedom in your life. Zenith Solutions and the Slow Growth Academy are not sponsors but I think they have been beneficial as we all need help and accountability to reaching our most ambitious goals. Check out the links below to change your life.
Slow Growth Academy:
https://slowgrowth.com
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2020-09-2117 minQuick To PoliticTurning a “they” into an “Us”This episode is an excerpt taken from a 2018 blog post. Although my blog is about being a global citizen, traveling and learning foreign languages, the issue of race comes up from time to time. It feels super relevant to the times so I figured I would read it to y'all. As I sip a glass of Port at 2 am.
2020-09-1711 minQuick To PoliticThe Future of the Democratic PartyErnestine Lyons hosts Quick to Politic with guest Colton Dale Colton Dale grew up in Harper Woods to a working-class family that experienced the typical hardships of modern American life. He took an interest in policy and politics in high school when learning about history, government, and especially environmental science. Today, with a bachelor’s degree in political science and masters degree in public administration from Wayne State University,. Colton works in municipal government helping small businesses launch and expand. In the city of Oak Park. He has previous experience in political organizing, ca...
2020-09-1532 min
Quick To PoliticHow to Dismantle Social SystemsIn this episode we are joined by my friend Scott Stewart, to discuss a range of issues from how to dismantle social systems to the social determinants of health. Particularly we deep dive on how to dismantle social systems in the trying times we live in. Quick to politic is a social commentary show that seeks to reassess who has power in politics and how to inform and ask the right questions to create a new normal in American society. Scott Stewart is passionate and committed to ensuring that all individuals have access to...
2020-09-121h 21
Quick To PoliticJewell Jones & Black Millennial LeadershipState Representative Jewell Jones is serving his second term representing the 11th House District, which comprises all of Garden City and Inkster, and portions of Dearborn Heights, Livonia and Westland. Jones previously served on the Communications and Technology, Regulatory Reform, and Military and Veterans Affairs Committees.
Before serving in the Michigan House of Representatives, Jones was a member of the Inkster City Council. He was also a member of the Inkster Task Force, the Inkster Youth Coalition, the Inkster Chamber of Commerce and more. He works in law enforcement and serves in the armed forces and is...
2020-09-0727 min
Quick To PoliticFox New's Randy Wimbley on the Death of the 4th EstateThis week’s guest on Quick to Politic is Randy Wimbley of Fox 2 News Detroit. We will discuss the future and survival of the 4th estate in the age of “fake news”. How to keep journalistic integrity with the rise of social media "infotainment" and informer influencers.
2020-09-0145 min
Quick To PoliticLisa A. Smith: The Benefits of Plant Based Eating During COVID-19 & Black HealthOur Guest on the podcast is Lisa Angel Smith, Founder and Principal Professionally Fit and The Black Health Academy and we are talking health and wellness.
Lisa A. Smith is a serial entrepreneur, health and wellness subject matter expert, nutritionist and professional speaker. She holds a bachelor’s degree in psychology and a masters in business administration. She is certified in plant based nutrition, the executive director of the Plant Based Nutrition Support Group , the author of The Plant Based Foodie and creator of the signature P.H.A.R.M...
2020-08-2930 min
Quick To PoliticQuick to Politic with Wayne Country Commissioner Tim KilleenOn this week's Quick to Politic we will be talking about the politics of Wayne County as we welcome guest
Tim Killeen Wayne County Commissioner of District 1. Tune in Thursday at 7 pm.
1. What is a County Commissioner? Tell us more about what this role entails for our audience. What are the most important aspects of your job?
2. What are your thoughts on the Kamala Harris VP pick?
3. we are living in transitory times, with the pandemic and social justice, in what ways do you...
2020-08-291h 28Quick To PoliticVoter Registration and AgencyKnow what you really need to now about politics so you have the right weapons for battle.
2020-07-2704 min
Chenelle’s language learning journey podcast.CLLJP. EP. 137 Earnesteen Leon polyglot storyToday on Chenelle’s language learning journey podcast I have the extreme pleasure of speaking with Councilwoman miss Ernestine Leon who is a local counsel women in the city of Detroit Michigan along with the creator and founder of global lingo.com and a polyglot who happens to be African-American and who love languages, traveling, culture in life and spreading the word of language learning to children everywhere in the local Detroit community. I hope you enjoy this interview with Council woman and polyglot miss ernestine Lyons. Please feel free to write, review, share and subscribe to the podcast where ev...
2020-03-041h 01
Quick To PoliticQuick to Politic PilotLets talk local Politics, business entreprenship, development and innovation in the metro Detroit area! Harper Woods, Wayne County and all over southeast Michigan!
2020-03-0200 min
The Get UpGlobal Citizen Soup! - Ernestine LyonsHost JP is joined by Ernestine Lyons, founder of Linglobal. Listen and laugh as they discuss topics such as leaving your job in the corporate world to chase your passions, Revitalizing Detroit, attracting entrepreneurs to her hometown, and helping our youth become Global Citizens.
Ernestine Lyons Contact:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/elyonsmayweather
Instagram: erniely
Linglobal on Facebook: @lingua86
Harper Woods Soup: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/harper-woods-soup-tickets-57151106498
2019-03-251h 32
You're Booked3. Sarra ManningIt's Muswell Hill for Ep 3, not far from the desks of Alan Bennett, Zadie Smith, and today’s guest Sarra Manning. Sarra is a bestselling, prolific novelist, literary editor of Red, alumni of several top teen mags and one of the most prolific readers around. She told us she got rid of 800 books before our visit, just so we could move freely around her flat. But there were tons of treasure left including a precious collection of rare Noel Streatfeilds, a copy of proto bonkbuster Lace, a gorgeous collection of vintage Chalet Schools with an origin story that will make...
2018-11-1947 min