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Creature ComfortsCreature Comforts Promo | Dear Santa... More MPB Think RadioHappy Holidays From MPB Think Radio! This promo features Kamel King with Next Stop, Mississippi and his daughter, Kennedy King.For more MPB Think Radio visit: https://www.mpbonline.org/radio/For more Deep South Dining visit: http://deepsouthdining.mpbonline.org/For more Next Stop, Mississippi visit: http://nextstopms.mpbonline.org/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-12-1200 minCreature ComfortsCreature Comforts - DRIVE | Best of 2024On Creature Comforts, Kevin Farrell is joined by Dr. Troy Majure, veterinarian at the Animal Medical Center in Jackson and Libby Hartfield retired director of the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science.We’re in the middle of our Fall Fundraising campaign which we call “Drive Time,” so instead of taking your new phone calls today, we’re re-airing some old calls we’ve gotten on our pet days so far in 2024. Dr. Majure, Libby Hartfield, and Kevin Farrell are all grateful to you for listening and supporting us on the show. If you enjoy this show and other local pr...2024-10-0354 minCreature ComfortsCreature Comforts | Spring Bird BandingOn Creature Comforts, Kevin Farrell is joined by Dr. Troy Majure, veterinarian at the Animal Medical Center in Jackson and Libby Hartfield retired director of the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science.Today we discuss bird banding and how it's done throughout the spring season with returning guest Emma Rhodes, Co-Founder & Director of Conservation and Scientific Research at the Banding Coalition of the Americas. All sorts of birds are discussed on today's programming, as well as other pet and animal related questions by Dr. Majure and Libby Hartfield.To submit your own question for the show...2024-03-1445 minCreature ComfortsCLASSIC: Creature Comforts | All Pet Day - April 2023 ThrowbackToday is an all pet day here on Creature Comforts. The doors to the pet hospital are wide open. We welcome all your pet questions from the big to the small. Don’t hesitate to join the conversation live by phone or anytime by email. Also, if you have had any general wildlife experiences please share.As always, Dr. Troy Majure, DVM, with the Animal Medical Center and Libby Hartfield, Retired Director of the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science, is here if you have any concerns about your furry friends or general wildlife experiences. Emai...2024-03-0743 minCreature ComfortsCreature Comforts | New Discovery from Prehistoric TimesOn Creature Comforts, Kevin Farrell is joined by Dr. Troy Majure, veterinarian at the Animal Medical Center in Jackson and Libby Hartfield retired director of the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science.The more you listen to us here at MPB, the more you hear us emphasize Mississippi’s rich history. From music and food, to events and traditions, MPB is proud of the culture we experience within the state. Today though, we’re going to talk about Mississippi’s history from before history was even recorded. George Phillips, the Paleontology Curator for the Mississippi Museum of Natura...2024-02-2943 minCreature ComfortsCreature Comforts | Mississippi's Relationships with Wild TurkeysOn Creature Comforts, Kevin Farrell is joined by Dr. Troy Majure, veterinarian at the Animal Medical Center in Jackson and Libby Hartfield retired director of the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science.An interesting distinction to be made about Mississippians’ relationships to wild turkeys is in the two different ways they’re viewed. The first, as a large game bird to be hunted. And second, as a beautiful animal to be observed by wildlife- and bird-watchers. Our guest for today is Adam Butler, Wild Turkey Coordinator for the MS Department of Wildlife Fisheries and Parks. He’s here t...2024-02-2243 minCreature ComfortsCreature Comforts | Spaying & Neutering On Creature Comforts, Kevin Farrell is joined by Dr. Troy Majure, veterinarian at the Animal Medical Center in Jackson and Libby Hartfield retired director of the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science.Topic: Spaying & NeuteringGuests: Email the show: animals@mpbonline.org. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-02-1645 minCreature ComfortsCreature Comforts Classic | Migratory Birds with Dr. Frank MooreOn today’s show we welcome Dr. Frank Moore, Distinguished Professor Emeritus University of Southern Mississippi. For over 30 years he, his students & other collaborators have studied the biology of migratory songbirds across North America, but most intensely along the northern coast of Gulf Mexico. Today we will talk about these migratory birds that visit Mississippi along their migration. As always, Dr. Troy Majure, DVM, with the Animal Medical Center and Libby Hartfield, Retired Director of the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science, is here if you have any concerns about your furry friends or general wildlife experiences. Email...2024-02-0844 minCreature ComfortsCreature Comforts | Pet Day - February 2024On Creature Comforts, Kevin Farrell is joined by Dr. Troy Majure, veterinarian at the Animal Medical Center in Jackson and Libby Hartfield retired director of the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science.Today is an all-pet day here on Creature Comforts. So, the doors to the pet hospital are wide open. We welcome all your pet questions from the big to the small.Email the show: animals@mpbonline.org. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-02-0143 minCreature ComfortsCreature Comforts | White-Tailed DeerOn Creature Comforts, Kevin Farrell is joined by Dr. Troy Majure, veterinarian at the Animal Medical Center in Jackson and Libby Hartfield retired director of the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science.A little over a month ago, Creature Comforts had a conversation about Urban Wildlife, which included the topic of deer – white-tailed deer specifically. They are dispersed all across the state in both our rural and more urban areas. And while in that previous conversation we couldn’t get into the topic of deer at-length, they are our sole subject for today. Pierce Young from the Miss...2024-01-2544 minCreature ComfortsCreature Comforts | SquirrelsOn Creature Comforts, Kevin Farrell is joined by Dr. Troy Majure, veterinarian at the Animal Medical Center in Jackson and Libby Hartfield retired director of the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science.Many of Mississippi’s wild animals are elusive. Some you never see and some you see very rarely. Our subject for today’s show, however, can be found daily in all parts of the state. They’re small, brown or gray, and athletic little creatures. You guessed it, we’re discussing Mississippi squirrels today! We’ll be joined by our friend Rick Hamrick who is the Small...2024-01-1844 minCreature ComfortsCreature Comforts | Hellbenders and HerpetologyOn Creature Comforts, Kevin Farrell is joined by Dr. Troy Majure, veterinarian at the Animal Medical Center in Jackson and Libby Hartfield retired director of the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science.Mississippi is home to many different types of animals, some that fly, some that swim, and some that creep along the ground. Those “creeping animals,” or reptiles and amphibians, are the subject for today’s show. We are joined by Conservation biologist and Herpetologist at the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science, Emily Field. She’ll tell us about the creeping creatures that call Mississippi home, and her...2024-01-1142 minCreature ComfortsCreature Comforts | All Pet Day (Squirrels and Shrews)On Creature Comforts, Kevin Farrell is joined by Dr. Troy Majure, veterinarian at the Animal Medical Center in Jackson and Libby Hartfield retired director of the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science.Today is an all-pet day here on Creature Comforts. So, the doors to the pet hospital are wide open. We welcome all your pet questions from the big to the small.Email the show: animals@mpbonline.org. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-01-0443 minCreature ComfortsCreature Comforts | The Best of 2023On Creature Comforts, Kevin Farrell is joined by Dr. Troy Majure, veterinarian at the Animal Medical Center in Jackson and Libby Hartfield retired director of the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science.Today, we re-air some old phone calls and emails from throughout 2023. We’ve talked about a lot of things this year, from the smallest ants underground up to the mighty Mississippi black bears. Thank you to our expert guests for informing us this year, and a special thank you to our wonderful hosts, Dr. Troy Majure, Libby Hartfield, and Kevin Farrell.Email th...2023-12-2848 minCreature ComfortsCreature Comforts | Urban Wildlife and DeerOn Creature Comforts, Kevin Farrell is joined by Dr. Troy Majure, veterinarian at the Animal Medical Center in Jackson and Libby Hartfield retired director of the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science.When people bring up wildlife in Mississippi, naturally you think of animals that live in rural woodsy areas. Mississippi is of course, predominantly rural, but we do have our urban areas. So what happens to animals when they get into these urban areas? Do they belong there? Our guest for today’s show is Adam Rohnke, an Urban Wildlife Specialist, who is here to tell us...2023-12-1548 minCreature ComfortsCreature Comforts | All The Pet ThingsOn Creature Comforts, Kevin Farrell is joined by Dr. Troy Majure, veterinarian at the Animal Medical Center in Jackson and Libby Hartfield retired director of the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science.Today is an all-pet day here on Creature Comforts. So, the doors to the pet hospital are wide open. We welcome all your pet questions from the big to the small.Email the show: animals@mpbonline.org. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-12-0744 minCreature ComfortsCreature Comforts | The Mystery Dog Illness & Animal RehabOn Creature Comforts, Kevin Farrell is joined by Dr. Troy Majure, veterinarian at the Animal Medical Center in Jackson and Libby Hartfield retired director of the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science.We often get calls about local wildlife getting injured and the caller isn’t sure what to do or how to assist these animals. Almost always in these situations we recommend you call an expert, and today on the show, we welcome one of those experts – Melissa Gilbert, founder and director of North Mississippi Mammal Rehab. She’ll share with us how you can assess a situ...2023-11-3043 minCreature ComfortsCreature Comforts | "To Go Fishing is a Joy..."On Creature Comforts, Kevin Farrell is joined by Dr. Troy Majure, veterinarian at the Animal Medical Center in Jackson and Libby Hartfield retired director of the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science.With the weather getting cooler and finally raining in the area, Mississippi’s waterways, lakes, ponds, and rivers are finally filling back up. That means it’s the perfect time to get out your equipment and gear to go fishing. For today’s show we welcome back Dennis Riecke, Coordinator with the Mississippi Department of Wildlife Fisheries and Parks who says, “To go fishing is a Joy, C...2023-11-1644 minCreature ComfortsCreature Comforts | Aquatic ConservationMississippi’s rivers, ponds, and lakes are the home to many varieties of species. Fish, snakes, crawfish, and many others make up Mississippi’s aquatic wildlife, including one very special, rediscovered creature. Today on the show, Aquatic Conservation Biologist Calvin Rezac joins us to discuss this animal and what else is going on in the waters of Mississippi.Email the show: animals@mpbonline.org. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-11-0944 minCreature ComfortsCreature Comforts | The Bats of MississippiOn Creature Comforts, Kevin Farrell is joined by Dr. Troy Majure, veterinarian at the Animal Medical Center in Jackson and Libby Hartfield retired director of the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science.With Halloween approaching us in the coming days, our featured creature for today can be seen in decorations in everyone’s homes and yards across the state. That creature, of course, being a bat. Today we welcome back Katelin Cross, a conservation biologist from the Museum of Natural Science to talk about the role of the bat in our ecosystem, answer any questions you might ha...2023-10-2644 minCreature ComfortsCreature Comforts | Salamander Migration with Tom MannConservation biologist with the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science Tom Mann is joining us today. We’ve had Tom on previously to discuss the migration of salamanders that struggle to survive crossing the Natchez Trace, and it’s these salamanders’ time of year again. We welcome him on to discuss what he does to help these amphibians.Email the show: animals@mpbonline.org. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-10-1944 min
Creature ComfortsCreature Comforts | Marine Resources with Director Joe SpragginsToday, on the show we welcome Joe Spraggins, Director of the Mississippi Department of Marine Resources. Director Spraggins and M-D-M-R have made it their mission to protect, enhance, and conserve Mississippi’s marine interests. So we want to talk with him about all aquatic wildlife in our great state, from the Gulf Coast to simple wetlands.We also have Dr. Majure here for your pet questions.Email the show: animals@mpbonline.org. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-09-2144 min
Creature ComfortsCreature Comforts | Bird Migration with Joe McgeeToday, we return to a topic that we never seem to exhaust bird migration. With the Autumn Equinox (first day of fall) just around the corner, the fall migration of small land birds (and other types of birds as well) continues now in earnest. We welcome back biologist Joe Mcgee to let us know which birds can now be seen around the state. We also have Dr. Majure here for your pet questions.Email the show: animals@mpbonline.org. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-09-1444 min
Creature ComfortsCreature Comforts | Emails and Calls about Tails and PawsToday is an all pet day here on Creature Comforts. So the doors to the pet hospital are wide open. We welcome all your pet questions from the big to the small.As always, Dr. Troy Majure, DVM, with the Animal Medical Center and Libby Hartfield, Retired Director of the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science, is here if you have any concerns about your furry friends or general wildlife experiences. Email the show: animals@mpbonline.org. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-09-0744 min
Creature ComfortsCreature Comforts | Dr. Wesley ShoopToday on the show we welcome Dr. Wesley Shoop, who just released the new book, Mississippi's Natural Heritage: Photographs of Flora and Fauna. No stranger to the great outdoors we will talk with Dr. Shoop about his recent observations of Mississippi wildlife, photographing Le Fleurs Bluff State Park, and the inspiration behind his new book, published by the University Press of Mississippi. Also Dr. Majure is here for your pet questions and Libby likes to hear about your recent brushes with nature.Email the show: animals@mpbonline.org. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pri...2023-08-3145 min
Creature ComfortsCreature Comforts | AntsToday, we welcome Joe MacGown, Ant Curator at the Mississippi Entomological Museum. Ants are among the most numerous of creatures on the planet, and play a significant role in many ecosystems. We talk ants today, and how they effect Mississippi wildlife. Email the show: animals@mpbonline.org. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-08-2443 min
Creature ComfortsCreature Comforts | Observing Urban Wildlife from a DistanceThe term "urban wildlife" may conjure up thoughts of squirrels and birds in one's backyard, but it also encompasses creatures like raccoons and possums that tend to emerge mainly during the night. Adam Rohnke from the Central Mississippi Research and Extension Center at Mississippi State University joins us to delve into the topic of urban wildlife and how to safely observe the natural world.Email the show: animals@mpbonline.org. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-08-1743 min
Creature ComfortsCreature Comforts | Tigers and Zebras in MississippiTigers and Zebras are great animals to observe but what would you do if they suddenly appeared in your backyard? Well, today the tigers and zebras we're going to talk about are butterflies that can be found in various parts of the state. To talk about these beautiful creatures as well as his own recent nature observations, we welcome back to the show our good friend biologist Joe McGee.Email the show: animals@mpbonline.org. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-08-1043 min
Creature ComfortsCreature Comforts | All Pets All the TimeToday is an all pet day here on Creature Comforts. So the doors to the pet hospital are wide open. We welcome all your pet questions from the big to the small.As always, Dr. Troy Majure, DVM, with the Animal Medical Center and Libby Hartfield, Retired Director of the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science, is here if you have any concerns about your furry friends or general wildlife experiences. Email the show: animals@mpbonline.org. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-08-0344 min
Creature ComfortsCreature Comforts | Bird Banding with Emma RhodesToday on the show, we welcome back Emma Rhodes, Co-Founder and Director of Conservation and Scientific Research at the Banding Coalition of the Americas. She is truly dedicated to avian research and outreach. As a master bird bander, she'll talk with us today about the Purple Martin Project and how regular citizens can participate in bird banding activities.As always, Dr. Troy Majure, DVM, with the Animal Medical Center and Libby Hartfield, Retired Director of the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science, is here if you have any concerns about your furry friends or general wildlife experiences. Em...2023-07-2743 min
Creature ComfortsCreature Comforts | ManateesManatees are nature's gentle giants, embodying a sense of tranquility that puts even the busiest minds at ease. With their enduring faces and curious personalities, these cows of the seas have captured the hearts of countless admirers, worldwide. So from the Dauphin Island Sea Lab, we'll talk with Dr. Ruth Carmichael about the manatee population in the Gulf of Mexico and their role in that ecosystem.As always, Dr. Troy Majure, DVM, with the Animal Medical Center and Libby Hartfield, Retired Director of the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science, is here if you have any concerns ab...2023-07-2044 min
Creature ComfortsCreature Comforts | Black Bear UpdatesThe black bear and Mississippi have a storied history together, dating back to the days of President Theodore Roosevelt. Today on the show we welcome Anthony Ballard from the Mississippi Dept. of Wildlife Fisheries and Parks to talk about the black bear and the Black Bear Program. We will get an update about the bear population, where they are found, and what to do if you come face to face with one of these mighty creatures.As always, Dr. Troy Majure, DVM, with the Animal Medical Center and Libby Hartfield, Retired Director of the Mississippi Museum of N...2023-07-1345 min
Creature ComfortsCreature Comforts | Service AnimalsToday is an all pet day here on Creature Comforts. So the doors to the pet hospital are wide open. We welcome all your pet questions from the big to the small. We also have Teresa Gardner in studio today to talk about her work with certified therapy and service dogs.As always, Dr. Troy Majure, DVM, with the Animal Medical Center and Libby Hartfield, Retired Director of the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science, is here if you have any concerns about your furry friends or general wildlife experiences. Email the show: animals@mpbonline.org. H...2023-07-0642 min
Creature ComfortsCreature Comforts | Wild HogsAccording to the USDA wild hogs cause 1.5 billion dollars of agricultural and environmental damage annually. Have you seen wild hogs damaging your property? Do you know how to legally get rid of wild hogs and other nuisance animals? Today on the program we welcome Kris Godwin with U S Department of Agriculture Animal Control to answer your wild hog questions.As always, Dr. Troy Majure, DVM, with the Animal Medical Center and Libby Hartfield, Retired Director of the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science, is here if you have any concerns about your furry friends or general wild...2023-06-2943 min
Creature ComfortsCreature Comforts | A River DiscoveryToday on the show we welcome back George Phillips our favorite paleontologist and Luke Pearson, biologist at U S Fish and Wildlife Service. Recently they collaborated on a new discovery found in Mississippi waters. We will talk about this new discovery and what is happening in the world of fossils and what's lurking in and around Mississippi water ways.As always, Dr. Troy Majure, DVM, with the Animal Medical Center and Libby Hartfield, Retired Director of the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science, is here if you have any concerns about your furry friends or general wildlife expe...2023-06-2245 min
Creature ComfortsCreature Comforts | Pest ProblemsToday on the show, we take a look at the times when nature gets a little too close for comfort. We welcome back the Critter Catcher, Mike McDowell, to talk about the management and removal of nuisance animals.As always, Dr. Troy Majure, DVM, with the Animal Medical Center and Libby Hartfield, Retired Director of the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science, is here if you have any concerns about your furry friends or general wildlife experiences. Email the show: animals@mpbonline.org. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-06-0844 min
Creature ComfortsCreature Comforts | Let's Talk About PetsToday is an all pet day here on Creature Comforts. So the doors to the pet hospital are wide open. We welcome all your pet questions from the big to the small. As always, Dr. Troy Majure, DVM, with the Animal Medical Center and Libby Hartfield, Retired Director of the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science, is here if you have any concerns about your furry friends or general wildlife experiences. Email the show: animals@mpbonline.org. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-06-0143 min
Creature ComfortsCreature Comforts | Terry The Snake ManOur guest for the day is no stranger to the program and always brings a great perspective to one of our most popular topics, snakes. Terry Vandeventer is passionate about Mississippi snakes joins us to talk and answer your snake questions. Also Dr. Majure is here to answer your pet questions. And as always we want to hear about your current brushes with nature.As always, Dr. Troy Majure, DVM, with the Animal Medical Center and Libby Hartfield, Retired Director of the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science, is here if you have any concerns about your furry...2023-05-2543 min
Creature ComfortsCreature Comforts | Mississippi Black BearsThe black bear and Mississippi have a storied history together, dating back to the days of President Theodore Roosevelt and the Teddy Bear. Dr. Dana Morin, Mississippi State University professor of Wildlife Biology is back on the program to share about one of the largest animals found in the state. She will talk about the current bear population, where they are found, and what to do if you come face to face with one of these mighty creatures.As always, Dr. Troy Majure, DVM, with the Animal Medical Center and Libby Hartfield, Retired Director of the Mi...2023-05-1843 min
Creature ComfortsCreature Comforts | FirefliesThe weather is warmer and now those charming bio-luminescent creatures are lighting up the night sky. No matter if you call them lightning bugs or fireflies’ people are reporting on seeing them around the state. Today we talk with Lynn Faust and Claire Graves about these creatures and the upcoming events at the MS Crafts Center. And as always, we here to help with your pet questions and want to hear about your current brushes with nature.As always, Dr. Troy Majure, DVM, with the Animal Medical Center and Libby Hartfield, Retired Director of the Mississippi Museum...2023-05-1143 min
Creature ComfortsCreature Comforts | Eastern BluebirdsToday we welcome, Michael Patton, Avian Biologist with the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources, to help us explore the world of Eastern Bluebirds. Michael has monitored, researched and implemented management strategies to conserve land bird species, including the Eastern Bluebird.As always, Dr. Troy Majure, DVM, with the Animal Medical Center and Libby Hartfield, Retired Director of the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science, is here if you have any concerns about your furry friends or general wildlife experiences. Email the show: animals@mpbonline.org. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more...2023-04-2744 min
Creature ComfortsCreature Comforts | Bird Banding & Hummingbirds Our guest today, Kristina Mitchell, is with the US Army Corps of Engineers and the Delta Wind Birds. Today we're going to talk about bird banding, humming birds and more.As always, Dr. Troy Majure, DVM, with the Animal Medical Center and Libby Hartfield, Retired Director of the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science, is here if you have any concerns about your furry friends or general wildlife experiences. Email the show: animals@mpbonline.org. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-04-2045 min
Creature ComfortsCreature Comforts | InsectsOur guest today, Audrey Harrison, is an Entomologist that studies the insects around us, and how they're helpful in our everyday lives. Today we're going to talk about the insects making their spring appearance, monarch butterflies and mosquitos. As always, Dr. Troy Majure, DVM, with the Animal Medical Center and Libby Hartfield, Retired Director of the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science, is here if you have any concerns about your furry friends or general wildlife experiences. Email the show: animals@mpbonline.org. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-04-1346 min
Creature ComfortsCreature Comforts | All Pet Day - April 2023Today is an all pet day here on Creature Comforts. The doors to the pet hospital are wide open. We welcome all your pet questions from the big to the small. Don’t hesitate to join the conversation live by phone or anytime by email. Also, if you have had any general wildlife experiences please share.As always, Dr. Troy Majure, DVM, with the Animal Medical Center and Libby Hartfield, Retired Director of the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science, is here if you have any concerns about your furry friends or general wildlife experiences. Email the show: ...2023-04-0743 min
Creature ComfortsCreature Comforts | Mississippi's BatsThe bat might not be one of the featured animals when we think about Mississippi wildlife, such as deer or catfish, but the state is home to fifteen types of bats that play a significant role in Mississippi's ecosystem. So today we welcome Katelin Cross from the Museum of Natural Science to talk about the role of the bat, and answer any questions you might have about these winged mammals. As always, Dr. Troy Majure, DVM, with the Animal Medical Center and Libby Hartfield, Retired Director of the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science, is here if yo...2023-03-3044 min
Creature ComfortsCreature Comforts | Gopher FrogsOn today’s show we welcome John Tupy from the US Fish and Wildlife Service to help us dive into the world of gopher frogs, a unique and fascinating species found right here in Mississippi. These small amphibians, known for their distinctive call that sounds like a deep snore, are native to the longleaf pine forests and flatwoods of the southern United States. So today we will talk about these frogs and others found around Mississippi. As always, Dr. Troy Majure, DVM, with the Animal Medical Center and Libby Hartfield, Retired Director of the Mississippi Museum of N...2023-03-2345 min
Creature ComfortsCreature Comforts | Migratory Birds with Dr. Frank MooreOn today’s show we welcome Dr. Frank Moore, Distinguished Professor Emeritus University of Southern Mississippi. For over 30 years he, his students & other collaborators have studied the biology of migratory songbirds across North America, but most intensely along the northern coast of Gulf Mexico. Today we will talk about these migratory birds that visit Mississippi along their migration. As always, Dr. Troy Majure, DVM, with the Animal Medical Center and Libby Hartfield, Retired Director of the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science, is here if you have any concerns about your furry friends or general wildlife experiences. Email...2023-03-1644 min
Creature ComfortsCreature Comforts | Wild TurkeysHost: Kevin Farrell, Dr. Troy Majure, DVM, and Libby HartfieldGuest: Adam Butler, Wild Turkey Program Coordinator with MDWFPTopic: Wild TurkeysAs always, Dr. Troy Majure, DVM, with the Animal Medical Center and Libby Hartfield, Retired Director of the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science, is here if you have any concerns about your furry friends or general wildlife experiences. Email the show: animals@mpbonline.org. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-03-1044 min
Creature ComfortsCreature Comforts | Bird FluBird flu, also known as avian influenza, is a highly contagious viral disease that primarily affects birds. In January 2022, Mississippi reported its first case of bird flu in a commercial poultry flock and has had several other reported cases as recent as February of this year. Joining us today is Dr. Jim Watson from the Mississippi Board of Animal Health and the State Veterinarian to talk about this hot topic and how state residents can help stop the spread of bird flu. As always, Dr. Troy Majure, DVM, with the Animal Medical Center and Libby Hartfield, Ret...2023-03-0345 min
Creature ComfortsCreature Comforts | Freshwater FishingThere are so many Freshwater fishing opportunities around Mississippi with over 4,000 miles of streams and 282,000 acres of lakes and reservoirs. Today we welcome back Dennis Riecke from the MDWFP to talk fishing in public, private waters and where to find the ramps and piers. As always, Dr. Troy Majure, DVM, with the Animal Medical Center and Libby Hartfield, Retired Director of the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science, is here if you have any concerns about your furry friends or general wildlife experiences. Email the show: animals@mpbonline.org. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/priva...2023-02-2344 min
Creature ComfortsCreature Comforts |Blue Cat Guide Service with Bob CrosbyToday we are getting ready to venture out on the mighty Mississippi River with the owner and operator of Blue Cat Guide Service, Bob Crosby. With a wealth of knowledge and experience to match, Bob fishes the deep holes, deep channels, ledges and drop-offs for big blues. What type of lures attract the prize catches, how to stay safe on the water, and what areas make for the best catches are some of the questions we will get to this hour. As always, Dr. Troy Majure, DVM, with the Animal Medical Center and Libby Hartfield, Retired Dir...2023-02-1745 min
Creature ComfortsCreature Comforts | Nature's MedicineToday on the show we welcome Nancy Goldman who has spent over 30 years as a mental health professional. Using nature and the positive effects it has on mental health in her practice, today we will discuss the benefits of Forest-Guided Therapy and Equine therapy when dealing with trauma, anxiety, and stress. Also if you have had any general wildlife experiences or pet questions please call and share.As always, Dr. Troy Majure, DVM, with the Animal Medical Center and Libby Hartfield, Retired Director of the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science, is here if you have any conc...2023-02-1045 minCreature ComfortsCreature Comforts | All Pet Day - February 2023Today is an all pet day here on Creature Comforts. The doors to the pet hospital are wide open. We welcome all your pet questions from the big to the small. Don’t hesitate to join the conversation live by phone or anytime by email. Also, if you have had any general wildlife experiences please share.As always, Dr. Troy Majure, DVM, with the Animal Medical Center and Libby Hartfield, Retired Director of the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science, is here if you have any concerns about your furry friends or general wildlife experiences. Email the show...2023-02-0244 min
Creature ComfortsCreature Comforts | Paleontology & FossilsToday on the show we welcome our favorite Paleontologist, George Phillips from the MS Museum of Natural Science. As always, Dr. Troy Majure, DVM, with the Animal Medical Center, is here if you have any concerns about your furry friends or general wildlife experiences and Libby Hartfield likes to hear your encounters with nature.Email the show: animals@mpbonline.org. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-01-2744 min
Creature ComfortsCreature Comforts | American AlligatorThe American alligator is the largest reptile in North America. In Mississippi, they're most prevalent in the southern two-thirds of the state, but can be found in most parts of Mississippi. Today, the Alligator Program Coordinator, Ricky Flint, for Mississippi Wildlife, Fisheries, & Parks, joins the show to discuss what to do if you spot an alligator and how to safely participate in the alligator season. As always, Dr. Troy Majure, DVM, with the Animal Medical Center, is here if you have any concerns about your furry friends or general wildlife experiences and Libby Hartfield likes to hear your encounters w...2023-01-2046 min
Creature ComfortsCreature Comforts | Delta Wind BirdsToday our guest is Jason Hoeksema, biology professor at the University of Mississippi and President of the Delta Wind Birds Organization. He is always looking to help create and preserve areas for winds to thrive during their long migrations, so we will talk about these birds, where they can be found, and how citizens can help with their yearly journey.As always, Dr. Troy Majure, DVM, with the Animal Medical Center, is here if you have any concerns about your furry friends or general wildlife experiences and Libby Hartfield loves to hear about your recent brushes wi...2023-01-1238 minCreature ComfortsCreature Comforts | All Pet Day - January 2023Today is an all pet day here on Creature Comforts. It’s the beginning of a new year and there is no better way to start 2023 than checking up on your furry friends. So the doors to the pet hospital are wide open. We welcome all your pet questions from the big to the small. Maybe you became a first-time pet owner or the holidays or need help getting your pet back on track after a busy holiday season. Don’t hesitate to join the conversation live by phone or anytime by email. Also, if you have had any general...2023-01-0545 min
Creature ComfortsCreature Comforts | Bird Box with Joe MageeAs the year draws to a close, it might be interesting to reflect back on a few of our more exciting and unexpected observations and encounters with the natural world in 2022, while also making plans for 2023 wildlife encounters. Our friend Joe Magee drops by to share his favorite sights and sounds from the year. Also Libby Hartfield is ready to discuss your latest brushes with nature.If you have any concerns about your furry friends or general wildlife experiences email the show: animals@mpbonline.org. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more in...2022-12-1545 min
Creature ComfortsCreature Comforts | Cold-Blooded AnimalsToday on the program we take a look at some of the cold blooded animals that can be found in Mississippi with two longtime friends of the show. Our favorite backyard biologist, Joe Magee joins to talk about some of the frogs he is seeing and hearing this time of year Also we will hear from Tom Mann and get an update about his work with salamanders on the Natchez Trace. As always, Dr. Troy Majure, DVM, with the Animal Medical Center, is here if you have any concerns about your furry friends or general wildlife experiences email the show: ani...2022-12-0944 minCreature ComfortsCreature Comforts | All Pet Day - December 2022Today is the first Thursday of the month so the doors to our pet hospital are open! An All-Pet Day here on Creature Comforts where we welcome all your pet questions from the big to the small. As always, Dr. Troy Majure, DVM, with the Animal Medical Center, is here if you have any concerns about your furry friends or general wildlife experiences email the show: animals@mpbonline.org. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-12-0144 min
Creature ComfortsCreature Comforts | Deer DayToday on the show we welcome Pierce Young, private lands biologist for the MDWFP. The white-tailed deer is the official land mammal of Mississippi and one of our top game animals too. We will discuss this mighty creature, its impact on our state, and talk about white tail deer management efforts, and how to avoid them on the roads. As always, Dr. Troy Majure, DVM, with the Animal Medical Center, is here if you have any pet questions, along with Libby Hartfield, retired director of the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science, who loves to hear about your latest brushes with...2022-11-1845 min
Creature ComfortsCreature Comforts | Owl DayToday on the show we welcome Katie Tupy, Educator and Biologist from the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science. She has joined us today to talk about the many owls that can be seen and heard around Mississippi. Do know which type of owl is hooting outside your window? And where the myth of the wise ol’ owl originate? Dr. Troy Majure, DVM, with the Animal Medical Center, and Libby Hartfield, retired director of the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science, take your pet questions and talk about your latest brushes with nature! Join the conversation by email: animals@mp...2022-11-1045 minCreature ComfortsCreature Comforts | All Pet Day - November 2022Today is the first Thursday of the month, so the doors to our pet hospital are wide open! It's an All-Pet day on Creature Comforts and we welcome all pet questions from the big to the small! Dr. Troy Majure, DVM, with the Animal Medical Center, and Libby Hartfield, retired director of the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science, take your pet questions and talk about your latest brushes with nature! Join the conversation by email: animals@mpbonline.org. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-11-0343 min
Creature ComfortsCreature Comforts | BatsThe bat may not one of the feature animals when thinking about Mississippi wildlife, such as the deer or catfish. But Mississippi is home to 15 types of bats that play a significant role in Mississippi’s ecosystem. Today we welcome Katelin Cross from the Museum of Natural Science to talk about the role of the bat, answer any questions you might have about these winged mammals, and share the details about the upcoming Park After Dark event.As always, Dr. Troy Majure, DVM, with the Animal Medical Center, and Libby Hartfield, retired director of the Mississippi Museum...2022-10-2744 min
Creature ComfortsCreature Comforts | SpidersToday on the program we welcome Dr. Wesley Shoop, to discuss creepy crawlers found around the state. Home to many different species of spiders, From the common Orb-weaver to the secretive Brown recluse, Mississippi spiders come in a variety of shapes and sizes.As always, Dr. Troy Majure, DVM, with the Animal Medical Center, and Libby Hartfield, retired director of the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science, take your pet questions and talk about your latest brushes with nature! Join the conversation by email: animals@mpbonline.org. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com...2022-10-2045 min
Creature ComfortsCreature Comforts | Alligator Snapping TurtlesToday on the program we welcome Luke Pearson, herpetologist and biologist with the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service who is with us today to talk about Alligator Snapping Turtles, where they are found and how he captured one that weighed over 100 pounds. Even though overall numbers of alligator snapping turtles are on the decline, there is more data needed to become a protected species.As always, Dr. Troy Majure, DVM, with the Animal Medical Center, and Libby Hartfield, retired director of the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science, take your pet questions and talk about your latest br...2022-10-1344 min
Creature ComfortsCreature Comforts | Fall Bug PopulationNow that temperatures outside are beginning to cool just a bit, the number of many insect species is probably at it's highest this early fall and the booming bug populations can be a food bonanza for migrating songbirds and other wildlife including bats, fish, lizards, and even other insects. To talk about his observations during this early fall, we welcome back biologist Joe Magee. As always, Dr. Troy Majure, DVM, with the Animal Medical Center, and Libby Hartfield, retired director of the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science, take your pet questions and talk about your latest br...2022-09-2944 min
Creature ComfortsCreature Comforts | Migratory Birds of MississippiOn today’s show, we welcome Dr. Frank Moore, Distinguished Professor Emeritus University of Southern Mississippi. For over 30 years he, his students & other collaborators have studied the biology of migratory songbirds across North America, but most intensely along the northern coast of Gulf Mexico. Today we will talk about these migratory birds that visit Mississippi along their migration. As always, Dr. Troy Majure, DVM, with the Animal Medical Center, and Libby Hartfield, retired director of the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science, take your pet questions and talk about your latest brushes with nature! Join the conversation by e...2022-09-2245 min
Creature ComfortsCreature Comforts | Ramps and PiersFreshwater fishing opportunities abound in Mississippi with over 4,000 miles of streams and 282,000 acres of lakes and reservoirs. Today we welcome back Dennis Riecke from the MDWFP to talk fishing and the Ramps & Piers Program, where the new ramps located, who can use them, and what is biting this time of year.As always, Dr. Troy Majure, DVM, with the Animal Medical Center, and Libby Hartfield take your pet questions and talk about your latest brushes with nature!Join the conversation by email: animal@mpbonline.org. Hosted on Acast. See acas...2022-09-0844 min
Creature ComfortsCreature Comforts | Rain and FrogsThe entire state has experienced buckets of wet weather for the past couple of days, and the entire summer, as a whole. While people often worry about flooding and water damage, large amounts of rain affect quality and quantity of breeding habitats for our Mississippi wildlife as well. Biologist Joe Magee joins the program to talk about his observations during this rainy season. As always, Dr. Troy Majure, DVM, with the Animal Medical Center, and Libby Hartfield answer your pet and creature questions!Join the conversation by email: animal@mpbonline.org. Hosted on Acast. S...2022-08-2543 min
Creature ComfortsCreature Comforts | Bird Banding & Purple MartinsToday on the show, we welcome back Emma Rhodes, Co-Founder and Director of Conservation and Scientific Research at the Banding Coalition of the Americas. She is truly dedicated to avian research and outreach. As a master bird bander, she'll talk with us today about the Purple Martin Project and how regular citizens can participate in bird banding activities. Also, Dr. Troy Majure, DVM, with the Animal Medical Center, and Libby Hartfield answer your pet and creature questions! Join the conversation by email: animal@mpbonline.org. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more i...2022-08-1844 min
Creature ComfortsCreature Comforts | Nature ConservancyDr. Troy Majure, DVM, with the Animal Medical Center, and Libby Hartfield answer your questions and listen to your encounters! Alex Littlejohn, with The Nature Conservancy, joins the show to talk about his new positions and how it can benefit Mississippi. If you would like to submit any pet questions or to share your latest brush with nature (we love pictures :) simply email us at: animals@mpbonline.org. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-08-1141 minCreature ComfortsCreature Comforts | All Pet Day - August 2022Dr. Majure answers another round of pet questions for Creature Comforts monthly all-pet show. If you want to submit any pet questions or share your latest brush with nature (we love pictures) simply email us: animals@mpbonline.org. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-08-0534 minCreature ComfortsCreature Comforts | All Pet Day - July 2022Dr. Majure answers another round of pet questions for Creature Comforts monthly all-pet show. If you want to submit any pet questions or share your latest brush with nature (we love pictures) simply email us: animals@mpbonline.org. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-07-0748 min
Creature ComfortsCreature Comforts | Pet Day - June 2022Dr. Majure answers another round of pet questions for Creature Comforts monthly all pet show. If you want to submit any pet questions or share your latest brush with nature (we love pictures) simply email us: animals@mpbonline.org. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-06-0948 min
Creature ComfortsCreature Comforts | Bad NatureAs much as we enjoy our Mississippi outdoors it can sometimes not be as pleasant as we like. Have Bumble Bees ever ruined your afternoon or have fire ants somehow found their way inside your shoe? Today on the show our good friend Joe Magee will walk us through some of the more unpleasant sides of nature. Also, Dr. Majure will answer some of your pet emails and talk about keeping our furry friends healthy.This is a special drive time episode and if you want to support this not-for-profit radio station, please visit our website: MPB...2021-10-2140 min
Creature ComfortsCreature Comforts | Autumn SightingsFor this special "Drive Time" edition of Creature Comforts we call on our good friend, biologist Joe Magee to let us know what to look for this fall season. A few frogs are still jumping around but the insects and migrating birds are the main attractions.To show your support for Creature Comforts and MPB Think Radio visit our website, MPBonline.org or call 1-888-372-4483. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2020-10-1534 min
Creature ComfortsCreature Comforts: Summertime Pet CarePet Day is always an enjoyable episode on Creature Comforts. Dr. Troy Majure and Libby Hartfield answer your pet and wildlife questions, along with the latest happenings in nature. Tune in and send your pet questions to Animals@mpbonline.org. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2020-07-0248 min
Deep South DiningCatfish, Coleslaw, and HushpuppiesDelta raised catfish can be found on happy plates throughout the south and the whole country. Today we talk with Katy Simmons Prosser from Simmons Catfish about this prize fish and the many cuts they serve. Also, we bring the coleslaw and hushpuppies to the table, for this Monday morning fish fry.
Episode Recipies at MPBonline.com/deepsouthdining2019-05-1400 min
In Legal TermsIn Legal Terms: HousingGuest, Desiree Hensley, Associate Professor of Law and Director of the Housing Clinic at the University of Mississippi School of Law will discuss and take questions on Housing. On this broadcast:Landlord tenant actSecurity depositsUSDA loans Money Talks episode that discussed the subject: http://www.mpbonline.org/blogs/money-talks/2018/08/21/money-talks-usda-rural-development/Installment contracts2019-04-0900 min
Money TalksMoney Talks: How Much Car Can You Afford?Guest Roddy Merritt gives us inside information on financing a car purchase, cautions us on buying too much vehicle; relays the benefits of a Certified PreOwned car.Roddy produces a car buying podcast: The Smart Car Buyer https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-smart-car-buyer/id1449100874?mt=2&ign-mpt=uo%3D4 for Apple and for Google Podcasts https://www.google.com/podcasts?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy84NjY0MDc0L3BvZGNhc3QvcnNz Roddy aslo has a YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCE1rg1w3QdMLnosCx-pl5sQ/featured2019-03-0500 minIn Legal TermsIn Legal Terms: 2019 Child CustodyGuest Katherine Shireman, attorney with the Seymour Law Firm in Biloxi discusses child custody with our listeners. Katie has worked in the past with MIssion First, which provides legal aid, a medical clinic, a dental clinic and after school programs for the community in Jackson. https://www.missionfirst.org/ She currently works for the Seymour Law Firm in Biloxi https://www.seymourlawms.com/In Legal Terms has covered Child Custody on other episodes: on November 13, 2018 http://www.mpbonline.org/blogs/in-legal-terms/2018/11/13/in-legal-terms-child-custody-in-mississippi/ and on April 17, 2018 http...2019-02-1900 minIn Legal TermsIn Legal Terms: Civil / Gender / Human RightsCivil rights, gender rights, human rights: are they all the same? Do we need to still talk about them in 2019? Guest Dean Michele Alexandre from the University of Mississippi Law School https://law.olemiss.edu/faculty-directory/michele-alexandre/ discusses the topic and takes listener calls. In Legal Terms broadcast on Human Trafficing from August 21st, 2018 http://www.mpbonline.org/blogs/in-legal-terms/2018/08/21/in-legal-terms-human-trafficking/Office of the Attorney General of Mississippi: Human Trafficing http://www.ago.state.ms.us/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/human-traffickingFINAL.pdfACLU https://www...2019-02-0500 minIn Legal TermsIn Legal Terms: Constitutional Originalism with Prof GreenGuest, Professor Christopher Green, talks about our government document: The Constitution.Do you have your copy? https://www.amazon.com/Constitution-United-States-Little-Wisdom/dp/1557091056/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1548795428&sr=8-3&keywords=constitutionor try https://books.google.com/books?id=WO61Is8Y4gYC&printsec=frontcover&dq=constitution+of+the+united+states&hl=en&sa=X&ved=0ahUKEwiInan-8JPgAhVRmK0KHYZeDKEQ6AEIKjAA#v=onepage&q=constitution%20of%20the%20united%20states&f=falsePrevious In Legal Term broadcast with Professor Green http://www...2019-01-2900 minDeep South DiningNew Year, New EatsFor the first show of 2019, Deborah brings in a baked potato that sets the tone for a delicious year. Also, Kevin and Deborah take a look at some predicted trends for 2019 and share tips about how to add more greens to your diet. Happy New Year!
Throughout today's All Recipies show we get some calls from some diligent listeners that share how they are looking to eat in 2019. We also get our first suggestion for our weekly restaurant spotlight. If you have a favorite restaurant you want to be highlighted on the show email food@mpbonline.org. And you just...2019-01-0800 min
The Gestalt GardenerAre you grumpy?During this weeks garden party, between the calls and cheesy music, Felder puts out a call for all the grumpy gardeners. If you find anguish in maintaining your garden send us an email to garden@mpbonline.org. and tell us your story. Let's get dirty!2018-11-1700 minMoney TalksMoney Talks: Pet CostsWe love our pets but they cost a lot! Here's some idea of the costs associated with our furry friends.Aquition fees: adoption or breeder costsFirst time costsspay / neuteringinitial examscollar and leasheslitter boxscrating postcratedog trainingfenced in backyardAnnual costsvaccinesflea controlheartworm proventiondental carelittertoys and treatshealth insurancegroomingpet sitting / kennel servicesFor those who have lottery fever: our August 29th, 2017 gave some advice on how to handle your windfall http://www.mpbonline.org/blogs/money-talks/2017/08/29/money-talks-lottery-advice/2018-10-2300 minIn Legal TermsIn Legal Terms: WillsIt's Get Organized Week! Do you have a will? Is it up to date?Professor Richard Gershon gives advice, answers questions, and tell us what the law is in Mississippi. https://law.olemiss.edu/faculty-directory/richard-gershon/Past broadcasts about Wills and Estates:May 22, 2018 MONEY TALKS: ELDER AND DISABILITY MONEY ISSUES Guest attorney Richard Courtney discusses elder and disability money issues. http://www.mpbonline.org/blogs/money-talks/2018/05/22/money-talks-elder-and-disability-money-issues/August 8th, 2017: IN LEGAL TERM: ESTATE PLANNING...2018-10-0900 minIn Legal TermsIn Legal Terms: Space Law 2018New faculty members Michelle Hanlon https://law.olemiss.edu/faculty-directory/michelle-hanlon/and Charles Stotler https://law.olemiss.edu/faculty-directory/charles-stotler/serve as the associate directors of the University of Mississippi School of Law’s LL.M. Program in Air and Space Law. http://www.spacelaw.olemiss.edu/They discuss Space Law, the Space Force, and drones on the show. Past broadcasts about the Space Law Center: http://www.mpbonline.org/blogs/in-legal-terms/2017/06/20/in-legal-terms-space-law-1/http://www.mpbonline.org/blogs/in-legal-terms/2016/11/01/in...2018-09-2500 min
MPB's Season PassMPB's Season Pass: FarewellOn the last broadcast of MPB's Season Pass Jay White, Sam Wells, and Liz Gill talk about the interviews that were important to them. Look for special editions of the show in the future. MPB'S SEASON PASS: JULY 4TH http://www.mpbonline.org/blogs/mpbs-season-pass/2013/07/04/mpbs-season-pass-july-4th/PICK A NAME http://www.mpbonline.org/blogs/mpbs-season-pass/2014/01/23/pick-a-name/TAILGATING http://www.mpbonline.org/blogs/mpbs-season-pass/2014/09/25/tailgating/KATRINA, THE SAINTS AND MISSISSIPPI http://www.mpbonline.org/blogs/mpbs-season-pass/2015/08/27/mpbs-season-pass-katrina-the-saints-and-mississippi/THUNDER AND LIGHTNING (Will Clark interview) http://www.mpbonline.org/blogs/mpb...2018-09-0600 minMPB's Season PassMPB's Season Pass: Dennis and LewisMike Dennis - Mississippi Sports Hall of Fame http://msfame.com/hall-of-fame/inductees/mike-dennis-2/ and Ole Miss Hall of Fame member http://olemissmclub.org/hall-of-fame/ talks about coaches he's known and the upcoming Ole Miss Football season Timothy Lewis, U.S. Transplants Games medal winner http://www.mpbonline.org/blogs/news/2016/07/22/working-to-save-lives-by-dispelling-myths-about-organ-donations/2018-08-2300 minMPB's Season PassMPB's Season Pass: MissHSAA, Sports Physicals, High School FootballRobert Holloway talks about how to become a high school sports official with the Mississippi High School Activites Association http://misshsaa.com/officialsDr. Jimmy Steward talks about sports heath http://www.mpbonline.org/SouthernRemedy/Friday Night Injury Clinic https://www.umc.edu/Healthcare/Orthopaedics/Sports%20Medicine/Friday-Night-Injury-Clinic.htmlAt the Friday Night Injury Clinic, each student-athlete will be examined and treated by a UMMC Orthopaedics expert. The physician’s time is free of charge, though patients are charged for any additional services. Located at the University Physicians Pavilion, Suite D on the UMMC campus...2018-08-1600 minMoney TalksMoney Talks: 50 Good Personal Finance HabitsWe've got personal finance habits everyone should follow to work toward good financial healthThis broadcast goes through a list from Time, online, that has 50 Personal Finance Habits Everyone Should Follow http://time.com/money/collection-post/4023439/personal-finance-habits/ Our hosts discuss some of them and their importance.Previous broadcasts discussing persoanl finance habits:http://www.mpbonline.org/blogs/money-talks/2018/05/29/money-talks-50-habits/http://www.mpbonline.org/blogs/money-talks/2018/04/17/money-talks-open-topic-april/2018-08-0700 minMoney TalksMoney Talks: Governor's Job FairOur guest, Adam Todd, Governor's Job Fair Director gives tips and dates for Job Fairs in Mississippi. Governor's Job Fair Network of Mississippi: http://www.jobfairs.ms.gov/Pages/home.aspxVicksburg Area Job Fair 2018 August 7th, 2018 9am - 1pm Vicksburg Convention Center, VicksburgMid-South Area Job Fair 218 August 16th, 2018 9am - 1pm Brown Baptist Church Family Life Center 980 Stateline Rd. E, SouthavenGreenwood Leflore Area Job Fair 2018 August 28th, 2018 9am - 1pm Leflore County Center 200 Mississippi Hwy 7, GreenwoodListen to a previous Money Talks: Win Jobs Center ...2018-07-2400 minMPB's Season PassMPB's Season Pass: Golf and more!Mississippi Golf Association Executive Director, Margo Coleman talks about the benefits the association provides http://www.missgolf.org/We get a chance to listen again to our broadcast about Dodgeball, Drones, and Darts. http://www.mpbonline.org/blogs/mpbs-season-pass/2017/09/14/dodgeball-drones-darts/2018-07-0500 minMPB's Season PassMPB's Season Pass: Mississippi Sports Hall of Fame InterviewsInterviews with Mississippi Sports Hall of Fame Inductees:Baseball's Jake Gibbs (new material)Baseball's Robert Braddy, Sr. (repeat) http://www.mpbonline.org/blogs/mpbs-season-pass/2018/01/25/mpbs-season-pass-baseball/Olympian Ralph Boston (repeat) http://www.mpbonline.org/blogs/mpbs-season-pass/2018/01/18/mpbs-season-pass-buckets-bowie-boston/2018-06-1400 minMoney TalksMoney Talks: Traditional and Roth IRAsNancy Lottridge-Anderson, associate professor of finance at Mississippi College and President of New Perspectives and Ryder Taff, portfolio manager at New Perspectives take listener phone calls about Triditional and Roth IRAs. Tax Day is also the deadline to contribute to an IRA for the last calendar year. See Money Talks blog post from March 19th, 2018 for additional information. http://www.mpbonline.org/blogs/money-talks/2018/03/19/mondy-talks-2018-year-of-the-roth-ira/2018-03-2000 minMoney TalksMoney Talks: ScamsMoney Talks takes call on the scams targeting our listeners. If there is one sentence you should memorize regarding how not to become a victim of a scam it is this: “Never wire money to someone you don’t know.” Another good sentence to remember is this: “If it seems too good to be true, it probably is.” Listen to your “inner voice” when it’s telling you to beware, or call a trusted friend or family member to get another perspective before you act.So, if you have concerns ab...2018-03-1300 minMPB's Season PassMPB's Season Pass: Swimming, Mississippi Sports Hall of Fame and Museum, OxfordBrian Ware from Mississippi MAKOS swimming https://www.teamunify.com/Home.jsp?team=msmmstMississippi Swimming https://www.teamunify.com/Home.jsp?team=szmslscAndrea Patterson from the Mississippi Sports Hall of Fame and MuseumWomen in Sports Day, March 2nd, 2018 https://msfame.com/new/women-in-sports-day Cast your fan vote for the Gillom and Howard Trophies. Voting closes on March 3rd, 2018 at 5:00 pm Central Time. http://www.csopavoting.com/Seth Gaines from the Oxford Parks Commissionhttp://www.oxfordparkcommission.com/MPB's Seaon Pass: Pickleball http://www.mpbonline.org/blogs...2018-03-0100 minMPB's Season PassMPB's Season Pass: NUPBL, Alford, ChessCoach Michael E. Mayden of the National Urban Professional Baseball League talks about the proposed 4 team league. More information at http://urbanbaseball247.com and 773-517-2175 Tryouts will be:February 26-27th, 2018 2pm at Wooten Legion Park in Laurel MS March 3-4th, 2018 10am in Winter Garden FL April 29-30th, 2018 10am at USA Staduim in Millington TNMississippi Sports Hall of Fame Member Warner Alford reminisced about his time as a player at McComb High School and the University of Mississippi, and as Athletic Director at UM http://msfame.com/hall-of-fame/inductees/warner-alford/Wingfiled High School Che...2018-02-0800 min