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Leonard is the author of "The Greater Generation: In Defense of the Baby Boom Legacy."

Author David Mills is issuing a call to arms to the Boomers: it's time to rise up and make a difference in the world.

One of the organizers of Woodstock says he never imagined that weekend would still be such a major part of his life more than 40 years later. But he says its lessons and legacy are just as relevant today.

Making changes in life is never easy. There can be all kinds of roadblocks along the path to Growing Bolder; the roadblocks of age, religion and race. Many back away from them, but others stand strong, Breaking Barriers for the rest of us to follow.

For decades, Ken Hechler has served his country and witnessed the biggest moments in history. He interrogated Hitler's top commanders before Nuremberg, marched with Dr. King on Selma and taught alongside Einstein. Now 97, he's still making history.

Today is Saturday, March 7, 2009. America's favorite weatherman celebrates a birthday today. Find out how many years he has to wait to wish himself a happy 100th. Also, our picture of the day takes extreme dog grooming to a whole new level.

Born: Oct. 2, 1869
Died: Jan. 30, 1948
The pioneer of non-violent mass civil disobedience, Ghandi inspired movements for civil rights and freedom worldwide.

Zora Neale Hurston dared to be bold at a time when women like her were told they were inferior. In this episode of the Growing Bolder TV Show, we honor the woman who helped shape the civil rights movement with her words.