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Extra Connections

Extra Connections

By: James Lott Jr
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10 years running, and Award Nominated! Host James Lott Jr talks about Arts and Culture, Small Business, Tech, Politics with Amazing people! It's all about Connecting people with people, places, and ideas.
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Episodes
  • 5 Random Questions with Singer/Musician Jason Bembry

    5 Random Questions with Singer/Musician Jason Bembry
    May 25 2026
    jasonbembry.com
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    5 mins
  • Reinventing Pop Through Piano, Storytelling, and Sound with Jason Bembry

    Reinventing Pop Through Piano, Storytelling, and Sound with Jason Bembry
    May 21 2026
    At 29, singer-songwriter and pianist Jason Bembry is carving out a distinct lane by blending classical training with modern pop production. His sound moves from stripped-back piano ballads to layered, cinematic tracks with guitars, strings, and electronic elements, all grounded in deeply personal storytelling.In 2025, Jason released music monthly, giving listeners a real-time look at his evolution as an artist and establishing himself as a genre-crossing voice with both artistic depth and commercial appeal.
    You can listen to his latest track, “Frozen Hearts,” here: https://www.jasonbembry.com/musicYou can watch “Maybe I’ll” official video on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/k6Qbn9NRXe8More on Jason: www.JasonBembry.com
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    1 hr and 5 mins
  • An Interracial Intergenerational Connection with RW Fields

    An Interracial Intergenerational Connection with RW Fields
    May 13 2026
    The Mullet Man tells the poignant story of an unlikely friendship between an elderly black man, Ulysses, and an 11-year-old white boy, Richie, in the deep South of 1955. Their bond begins with a shared love of fishing but deepens as they navigate societal challenges. Uly uses his wisdom from a lifetime of hard work to guide Richie, who grapples with the complexities of race and friendship amidst societal pressures. As Richie faces backlash for befriending Uly, their relationship becomes a lens for exploring racism and the hope for change. This novella captures a raw slice of Americana, highlighting valuable life lessons and the enduring struggle against racial division.
    Fields, a former government scientist and businessman, penned his first book at the age of 82, not as a bucket-list item, but with the hope of launching into a meaningful dialogue about racism. Though his book’s story is based on his real-life 70-year-old experiences, he believes lessons can be learned today for a new generation. Unfortunately, racism still plagues our society and remains a hot-button subject. A Coming-Of-Age Story, Inspired By Real Events In 1950s Deep South, About An Unlikely Friendship Between An Elderly Black Man & A Young White Boy, Forged Despite Poverty & Racism Obstacles
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    50 mins
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