Upcoming Meck radio schedule (updated)

I've got some more recorded conversations coming up on the VoiceCorps (www.voicecorps.org) Morning Exchange program:

Tuesday, December 26, 2006 Pianist Jim Brickman joins me for a discussion of his career in music. This show will air from 11 am to 11:30 am.

Thursday, December 28, 2006 WBNS 10TV Eyewitness News Anchor Andrea Cambern encourages people to "Commit to be Fit" as well as talks about how TV news and Columbus has changed in the 15 years she's been in central Ohio.

Thursday, January 4, 2007 A repeat of the NBC4 Weekend Today morning news anchor Mindy Drayer program in which she provides insights into the news business as well as to her friendship with OSU Football Coach Jim Tressel.

The Morning Exchange airs at 11 am and is repeated at 11 pm. It's available online at the site mentioned above. In central Ohio, it can also be heard on the Community channel of Insight and Time-Warner cable systems.

Merry Christmas, Happy Chanukah, Happy New Year!

Enjoy the shows! Go Bucks!

Atchie Heisman's Charity Newsie Day!

Atchie "Troy Smith" Atcheson strikes a familiar pose as he sells copies of The Columbus Dispatch at the intersection of James and Livingston on Charity Newsies Day, Saturday, December 9, 2006. Way to go, Atchie, in helping needy families have a Christmas that they wouldn't have access to otherwise!

Ruthie Schnitz Redmond Arizona 3 Day Breast Cancer Fund Raiser Report

What follows is an e-mail report from Ruthie on her recent Arizona breast cancer fund raising efforts:

Dear David,

In case you haven't already heard, I survived and conquered the 60 mile 3-Day Breast Cancer Walk. In fact, I cruised through without any blisters, and even slept soundly in the tent!

As I walked(and walked...and walked...and walked), I realized I was a part of something much bigger than I imagined. I heard stories of unbelievable courage and strength. I saw an 80 year old man walk all 60 miles. I met another man who committed himself to walk all twelve 3-Days this year(720 miles in twelve weeks). I ate with a couple from New Hampshire who chose to spend their vacation volunteering as crew members. And I watched a training partner refuse to give in to the stomach flu(imagine NO flushing toilets!) and drag her exhausted, dehydrated body to the finish line, just to name a few.

It was an honor and a privilege to join forces with so many positive, passionate and enthusiastic people who unite to make a difference. Your generousity and kindness, which enabled me to reach a fundraising goal of $25,000, was humbling. A special mention to my niece for convincing me to accept this challenge, and my family, friends and co-workers for their encouragement, and for keeping home and office running smoothly in my absence.

Again, thank you for embracing this cause with me.

Warm wishes for a joyful holiday season!

Ruthie

Mazel tov, Ruthie! Way to go! :-)