Remembering Cephas Bowles and the History of WBGO

December 16, 2025. Steve Adubato and co-host Jacqui Tricarico look back on over 45 years of WBGO, the global leader in jazz radio, and honor former President and CEO, Cephas Bowles, for his lasting impact on the station. Joined by: Eric Deggans, Knight Professor, Journalism and Media Ethics, Washington and Lee University | Critic-At-Large, NPR Kate Shepherd, Daughter of Suzanne Shepherd and Artist

2025-12-11T08:40:42-05:00

Remembering John Amos and Suzanne Shepherd

Steve Adubato and co-host Jacqui Tricarico remember actor and New Jersey Hall of Fame inductee, John Amos, and his powerful impact on Black representation in film and television. Then, they celebrate 'TV's Mom' Suzanne Shepherd, recognizing what made her acting and teaching unforgettable. Joined by: Eric Deggans, Knight Professor, Journalism and Media Ethics, Washington and Lee University, Critic-At-Large, NPR Kate Shepherd, Daughter of Suzanne Shepherd and Artist #steveadubato #newjersey #johnamos #suzanneshepherd #rememberthem #Blackreprensentation

2025-10-21T08:15:59-04:00
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