In the state where DEI “goes to die,” we ask the city’s former schools superintendent and literacy advocate about the challenges of teaching Black history during Black History Month.
Guest:
- Diana Greene, former superintendent of Duval County Public Schools and CEO of the Children’s Literacy Initiative.
Then, the story of American Beach and the Black millionaire who created it. We talk to the director of the Nassau County museum devoted to the life and legacy of A.L. Lewis, as well as the extraordinary story of his ancestors and children.
Guest:
- Carol J. Alexander, executive director of the A.L. Lewis Museum at American Beach.
And, we catch up with the Florida Ballet to discuss their upcoming performance, Love Takes Flight – Wings and Strings, featuring two captivating ballets — Jill Eathorne Bahr’s ethereal Wings, inspired by the delicate flight of Egrets, and Roberto Forleo’s abstract Serenade for Strings, highlighting dancers' technical virtuosity —performed in collaboration with the Jacksonville Symphony at the Picinich-Byrd Theatre in February and Jacoby Hall in May.
Guests:
- Lisa McLatchey, executive director of The Florida Ballet.
- Roberto Forleo, artistic director at The Florida Ballet.
