Once upon a time the media looked like the distant, exclusive realm of celebrities, politicians and VIPs. Jane and John Does viewed the media as so cut off from their daily lives that in most cases a course in media-handling sounded as far-fetched as one in rocket science (though perhaps altogether less enticing). Conversely, those intent on being featured in what we dub as ‘traditional media’ today often had to go to great lengths and great expense (contracting the services [...]
I just love sitting down and talking to older people. These senior citizens that I am referring to fall within the age range of 80 and above. I am intrigued by the stories they tell and the life they’ve lived. Their stories are riveting. Personally, I have been privileged to have known and talked to many of them. The wealth of wisdom they share can be described as a priceless treasure. Raytown, MO is blessed to have an official historian [...]