Sunday Morning Magazine With Rodney Lear

According to Dr. Brown, City Gospel Mission started in 1924 to help homeless and hurting break the cycle of poverty and despair. The organization focuses on four areas—food and shelter, addiction recovery, job training/placement, at-risk youth.

About the Books: THE VOICE IN THE HOLLOW: When a blizzard closes the library early, Hubert decides to take a shortcut home through the spooky Hollow. Just as Hubert is gathering his nerve to press on, another mouse appears and offers to take his hand. Together they journey through the snow, an ominous forest, over fallen trees traversing ravines, and over the mountains. Hidden in the terrain are scenes that evoke myths of the origins of Earth’s mysterious features and nature’s erratic behavior. In a stunning double gatefold sleeping bears spring to life, setting off a landslide and sending Hubert and his guardian running. Just as Hubert is reaching his destination, he turns to find his guide gone. Hubert races home to tell his family about his wild adventure through the Hollow. LITTLE RED: The annual tree-lighting is one of the most beloved nights of the year. But a snowstorm has blanketed the streets and made it difficult for the community to get around. Enter Little Red! A cute-as-a-button pickup truck w

About the Books: THE ABC’s OF KINDNESS AT CHRISTMAS: Give the gift of kindness this Christmas with this sweet ABC’s board book that fosters social emotional development while celebrating the holiday season! Little ones can learn their ABCs with this festive board book that’s part of the bestselling Books of Kindness series. With shiny foil on the cover, it’s a wonderful gift that’s sure to spread holiday cheer! Featuring an adorable cast of animal characters and showcasing moments of Christmas kindness and generosity, this rhyming board book is a great tool for fostering social emotional development.

About the Book: SNOWMEN’S TWELVE NIGHTS OF CHRISTMAS: The Twelve Days of Christmas has never been funnier or more chaotic as an energetic dog chases an elf, peeking penguins, scolding squirrels, and many more snowmen and creatures up a tree. With a pitch-perfect and jaunty rhyme and illustrations chockful of fun details, this cumulative book from New York Times bestselling husband-and-wife team Caralyn and Mark Buehner begs to be read (and sung!) aloud over and over again.

About the Book: SANTA’S GOTTA GO!: The number one thing on Monte and Mabel’s Christmas wish list is the chance to hang out with Santa Claus. So, when his sleigh breaks down in their yard as he’s finishing up his last delivery, they couldn’t be more delighted–Santa’s gonna stay with them while he waits for spare parts to be delivered! It’s a dream come true . . . or is it? It turns out Santa doesn’t have a lot of experience being a houseguest, and likes to rock out late at night and swigs spaghetti sauce from the jar. But when he messes with Dad’s motorcycle and Mabel’s computer tablet, he’s gone a step too far and the whole family agrees–Santa’s gotta go! But how on earth do you kick out Santa Claus?

About the Book: HOW DOES SANTA GO DOWN THE CHIMNEY?: When Santa arrives at a child’s house on Christmas Eve, does he go down the chimney feetfirst or headfirst? What if he gets stuck? What if there’s no chimney? Maybe he slides under the door, as thin as a piece of paper? Or is it possible he pours himself through the faucet? What happens once he’s inside? Whether it’s shape-shifting or impromptu laundry use, Mac Barnett’s iconic talent for earnest deadpan humor and Jon Klassen’s irresistibly funny art honor the timeless question with answers both ridiculous and plausible, mounting in hilarity as the night continues. Channeling a child’s fanciful explanations (and begging for further speculation), this latest collaboration by a New York Times best-selling team will find a secure spot among family holiday traditions.

·        About the Book: PASS THE BABY: What does it take to make a perfect family meal? Is it the forks, spoons, plates, and napkins? Maybe it’s sister’s lemonade, Papi’s guacamole, or delicious meatballs and ravioli eyed by a hungry pup. When it’s time to sit down and dig in, there’s one thing everybody agrees they need to do, “Baby, baby, pass the baby!” This rollicking, rhyming picture book about one (rather large) diverse family dinner table captures the buzz and hum of a shared meal, with one adorably excitable baby at its center, eager to join the fun. With Pass the Baby, author Susanna Reich imbues her text with an undercurrent of harmony, warmth and inclusivity, complimented by ebullient illustrations by Raúl Colón.

Jan Brett’s Winter Collection includes her bestselling wintry picture books The Snowy Nap, The Hat, Cozy, and The Three Snow Bears, all perfect for cuddling together for a snowy storytime. 

·        Gabby Blauert, Hamilton County Tourism Inc., Hamilton County Indiana. Gabby joins us to talk about all the exciting things to do in Hamilton County Indiana this holiday season. Official website: VisitHamiltonCounty.com Instagram handle: visithamiltonco Twitter handle: visithamiltonco Facebook: visithamiltonco

Tina Walter, C-IAYT, is a Clinical Oncology Yoga Therapist at the Osher Center for Integrative Health at the University of Cincinnati and also at The Christ Hospital Health Network where she provides both inpatient and outpatient mind/body interventions to patients with cancer. For over 10 years, Tina has taught group classes for people in and post cancer treatment for the Cancer Support Community. Tina has presented her research at local and national conferences on the efficacy of yoga therapy during cancer treatment and has recently published results of a pilot research study in the Journal of Holistic Nursing on a similar topic. https://www.uchealth.com/integrative/events/yoga-therapy-for-cancer-93/ https://www.therapevoyoga.com/ https://www.thechristhospital.com/services/cancer/support-services/yoga-therapy

Marc Wagner is a partner and wealth advisor who also serves as chief financial officer at Octavia Wealth Advisors. Fueled by a high level of intellectual curiosity, Marc is a consummate problem solver who is not satisfied until he’s found an appropriate solution. He provides assistance with planning and technical issues to the entire Octavia team. As CFO, Marc also manages the firm’s finances and serves as a technology expert. He works to build infrastructure for the financial and technical side of the firm, which enhances advisors’ ability to better serve their clients.  octaviawa.com

Marc Wagner is a partner and wealth advisor who also serves as chief financial officer at Octavia Wealth Advisors. Fueled by a high level of intellectual curiosity, Marc is a consummate problem solver who is not satisfied until he’s found an appropriate solution. He provides assistance with planning and technical issues to the entire Octavia team. As CFO, Marc also manages the firm’s finances and serves as a technology expert. He works to build infrastructure for the financial and technical side of the firm, which enhances advisors’ ability to better serve their clients.  octaviawa.com

·        Dr. James P. Herman, Internationally Recognized Expert on Stress Biology. Dr. Herman earned his B.S. in Chemistry/Psychology at Hobart College and his Ph.D. from the University of Rochester in 1987, from the Department of Neurobiology and Anatomy. Dr. Herman was a Postdoctoral Fellow at the Mental Health Research Institute at the University of Michigan. He began his career in the Department of Anatomy and Neurobiology at the University of Kentucky, where he was an Associate Professor and the James and Barbara Holsinger Chair of Anatomy and Neurobiology. Dr. Herman joined the University of Cincinnati faculty in 2000 and is currently the Director of the Laboratory of Stress Neurobiology, Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Neuroscience, and Director of the Center for Basic Neuroscience Research. Dr. Herman's major research interests include structural, functional and molecular biological principles underlying brain stress integration and pathology.     https://med.uc.edu/about/depart-chairs/faculty-

Tracy S. Cummings, MD, Psychiatrist, Lindner Center of HOPE, Chief of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, Associate Chief Medical Officer of Clinical Excellence, Assistant Professor of Clinical-GEO, University of Cincinnati College of Medicine Department of Psychiatry. In her role as Associate Chief Medical Officer for Clinical Excellence, Dr. Cummings is responsible for developing, implementing, and sustaining programs and policies that support our growing group of expert prescribers and therapists in their efforts to provide care at the highest possible level of excellence and to measure the outcomes of their efforts.

Samantha Barlion, Cincinnati Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired (CABVI). Dining in the Dark, November 11, 2023, from 6-10 PM at Hard Rock Casino Event Center. This unique event will be filled with fun and inspiration as we raise awareness and vital funds for our comprehensive services to empower individuals with vision loss. During dinner, the lights will be dimmed and guests will eat a portion of their meal under blind fold to shed light on one of the many daily challenges those with vision loss face. https://cincyblind.org/   https://www.facebook.com/cabvicincy   https://www.instagram.com/cabvicincy/   https://twitter.com/cabvicincy    

Lori Falke, Breast Cancer Survivor, Community Outreach, Recipient Ambassador Board Chair, Karen Wellington Foundation. Lori was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2015. She joins Sunday Morning Magazine to share her remarkable cancer journey. Falke spoke about her experience with the Karen Wellington Foundation. The Karen Wellington Foundation

Emma Glickberg, Program Director, Genesis at Work Foundation; Jim Frey, Owner/President, Pella Windows & Doors. While on-air, Emma explained that Genesis at Work’s mission is to bring together people with special needs and enlighten employers to create mutual enrichment through a supportive, faith-based approached. The inspiration behind the creation of the Genesis at Work Foundation is Scott, the son of Bryan Holland, Founder and CEO of the Foundation. Pella Windows has signed on as a corporate sponsor to support the mission of the Foundation. https://www.genesisatwork.org/ https://www.instagram.com/genesisatworkfoundation/ https://www.facebook.com/genesisatworkfoundation

Pene Pati and Amina Edris. Renown tenor and soprano, Pene Pati and Amina Edris are set to make their debut Cincinnati performance in April 2024. The married couple joins Sunday Morning Magazine to discuss their upcoming Cincinnati performance. With two demanding careers, they spoke about the stress international travel, performing together and apart, puts on their marriage. Additionally, they share their secret to creating chemistry both on and off stage. https://www.penepati.com/ https://www.instagram.com/pene.pati/ https://www.facebook.com/PenePatiTenor/ https://www.aminaedris.com/ https://www.facebook.com/amina.edris.soprano/ https://matineemusicalecincinnati.org/amina-edris-pene-pati/ https://matineemusicalecincinnati.org/ https://www.memorialhallotr.com/

Dr. Anthony and Dr. Hillary Carnell. Anthony and Hillary Carnell are not only husband and wife, but they are also coworkers. They own a Mercy Health Primary Care practice. They join Sunday Morning Magazine to discuss life and work balance, the challenges of navigating two extremely demanding careers as well as the benefits of working with your spouse. 

William Owens, Author, Journey By Faith. Adventurer William Owens doesn’t just talk about a “faith journey” in theory. He demonstrates it by traveling the world by bike, train, bus and even motorcycle to engage in conversations with people from all walks of life about what it means to discover God’s will — and then fulfill it.   Through his book, Journey By Faith, and the accompanying mobile app (available free for iOS and Android devices), audiences get an intimate look at a faith-based journey for the modern era during which Owens lives out his faith by example.   www.journeybyfaith.net www.instagram.com/journeythruthehaze/ www.facebook.com/people/Journey-Through-The-Haze/100090931368765/?sk=about