This week, October 1st marked the 101st birth anniversary of President Carter, and appropriately the federal government retirement of Jill Stuckey, the former Superintendent of the Jimmy Carter National Historical Park in Plains.
In this episode of the Peach JamPodcast, host Jeremy Powell talks with Georgia's own Brent Cobb. Brent shares how his rural upbringing and close-knit family have shaped his musical journey, keeping him grounded and true to his roots — and how his latest rock-infused album was inspired by a desire to impress his young son.
In the third episode of Plainspoken: Jimmy Carter and the People of Plains, host Andrew Greer explores President Jimmy Carter's deep faith and humble leadership. Through the story of Tony Lowden, the first Black pastor at Maranatha Baptist Church, we see how Carter’s Christian principles shaped his actions, from advocating for racial equality to serving his community. Hear personal anecdotes from Plains residents and discover the lasting impact of Carter’s servant leadership.
In the second episode of Plainspoken: Jimmy Carter and the People of Plains, host Andrew Greer explores President Jimmy Carter's upbringing in the segregated 1920s and '30s in Plains, Georgia. Through conversations with childhood friends and family members, the episode sheds light on President Carter's close relationships in the predominantly Black community of Archery, the values of respect and unity instilled by his family, and how those experiences shaped his lifelong commitment to racial justice.
