December 3rd, 2008
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Growing Bolder Insider Volume 32
Is This Thing On?Who else could put together an all-star lineup that includes music greats Don Brewer, Ian Anderson, Naomi Judd and Roger McGuinn (just to do a little name-dropping) but GrowingBolder.com? You'll find the biggest stars in the business here, and they're all proving that it's never too late to chase a dream. And that's the theme of this week's Insider -- find your passion, and live life to the fullest. We're showing you some people who have paved the way, and are Growing Bolder. So tell everyone you know -- GB Rocks!
Hero for the Planet
The Stunning Surprise Inside an Old House
We all wonder what's inside the old house down the street. In this case, it's something strange; something wonderful. Dr. Peter Pritchard is an Oxford-educated man who, at age 64, is still living his childhood dream. Time magazine calls him a "Hero for the Planet."
He's been named Floridian of the year. And if turtles could vote, he'd be named the greatest man who ever lived.
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There's a Great Golfer in You
The PGA Knows How to Unleash Your Skills!
Spring means it's time to dust off those clubs and get back out on the links. What? You don't golf? Never fear, the PGA wants YOU! Yes, whether you're an avid golfer or the only club you've ever held was in a deck of cards, PGA professionals are holding clinics around the nation to help improve your game. We went on one of the windiest days of the year, and we were blown away!
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A Brush With Immortality
Bold Moves Captured on Canvas
Creating something that people will value long after you're gone is not easy. Throughout time, man has searched for ways to leave a legacy. That's not what Earl Nash set out to do it when he picked up a paintbrush in his later years and began a wonderful love affair with his art. But he won the admiration of many who were touched by the works of this humble artisan, and left his mark on the world.
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Strike the Right Chord
Sing Your Dream
There is an incredible opportunity for singers to live out a dream. It's called SingLive USA -- a group of ordinary people, performing in extraordinary venues, backed by a live orchestra. This Sunday, 200 people will blend their voices before an inspired audience in Orlando, at an event hosted by GB's Bill Shafer. John Morris had the vision, and when you hear his passionate message, you'll be ready to SingLive too!
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Reality Bytes: Bull Bloopers
Goose Gone Wild and What You Didn't See
When we met retired rodeo stars Lyle and Curt Brown, we also met their bulls, and a very angry, very protective goose. You saw that story here, but there's quite a bit you didn't see. So Growing Bolder's Chief Videographer Jason Morrow put together some of the highlights -- and the lowlights -- to give you exclusive access behind the scenes in the latest episode of Reality Bytes, our made-for-the-Web reality show.
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GB Radio: Philippa Raschker
She Couldn't Hang Up Her Track Shoes
She may be the greatest female athlete in the world, but Philippa Raschker nearly called it quits after a decade of injuries. She battled back, and at 61 years old, she holds the titles in almost every track and field event out there! This sports star has big plans for the next several decades, and wants to help teach other women how to train their bodies, too. Hear why she tells Growing Bolder it's never too late.
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In the next Growing Bolder Insider: After drug addiction and legal problems sidelined his baseball career, 53-year-old John Wilson is back on base -- and living out his college dreams. What he says to Growing Bolder about the choices he made, and the road to recovery. Plus, he's served the circus and celebrities -- all with a smile. Meet the man who's making sure pop culture stays cool through the years.
Archive
Deep Thoughts
"If music be the food of love, play on... "
--William Shakespeare, "Twelfth Night"
A Look Back
March 9, 1954
A report by Edward R. Murrow and producer Fred Friendly airs on the CBS television show "See It Now," criticizing Wisconsin Sen. Joseph McCarthy's anti-Communism campaign. The show contributes to the political downfall of McCarthy, and cements its place in television history. It also inspires the 2005 Academy Award-nominated film "Good Night, and Good Luck."
March 9, 1959
Happy birthday, Barbie! The doll created by 43-year-old Ruth Handler debuts, wearing a black and white zebra striped swimsuit and a ponytail that's available in blonde or brunette. 50 years after Barbie's birth she's still Growing Bolder -- toy maker Mattel claims it sells a Barbie doll every three seconds.
March 11, 1991
Janet Jackson signs a $30 million deal with Virgin Records. It's the largest record deal ever -- until brother Michael signs with Sony a week later. On February 28, 2008, 41-year-old Janet releases "Discipline." It's her 10th studio album.
March 11, 1993
54-year-old Janet Reno becomes the nation's first female attorney general. After leaving political life, Reno serves as Executive Producer for a compilation of patriotic songs performed by modern musicians, called "Song of America." Not just bold -- Reno rocks!
March 12, 1961
At RCA's Nashville studios, Elvis Presley records the album "Something For Everybody" in less than 12 hours. It's his first album after his time in the Army and proves the King hasn't lost his touch!
March 12, 1974
John Lennon and Harry Nilsson are thrown out of the Troubadour nightclub in Los Angeles for heckling the Smothers Brothers. To find out what the Smothers Brothers are up to now, listen to an interview with Dick Smothers on the GB Radio Show!