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SUMMARY:Television In The 1950s
DESCRIPTION:The fabulous 1950s are often called The “First Golden Era” of Television!Mel \nWith programs ranging from  “I Love Lucy” to Edward R. Murrow\, Sid Caesar to live dramas weekly\, \, from rigged quiz shows\, Gunsmoke\, and soap operas\, the 1950s were the incubator of modern television. \nThis unique multimedia presentation combines clips from many of the most iconic shows of the 50s with insightful analysis of how TV reflected and shaped a transformational era in American history and in American popular culture. This is not an exercise in nostalgia – we will look at the cultural changes happening in the USA as reflected by what we watched on TV. \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/television-in-the-1950s-4/
LOCATION:Private Venue
CATEGORIES:Cultural History
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SUMMARY:The Roots of Rock ’n’ Roll\, Part One: Buddy Holly\, Chuck Berry & Jerry Lee Lewis
DESCRIPTION:Where did rock ’n’ roll come from? \nThere is no single answer. The music that changed American popular culture grew from an extraordinary mixture of sounds—country and Western swing\, blues and rhythm & blues\, gospel\, boogie-woogie\, and more. Musicians borrowed from one another\, transformed what they heard\, and created something exciting and new. \nIn this lively\, music-filled presentation\, historian Barry Bradford explores that fascinating evolution through three of rock ’n’ roll’s greatest pioneers: Buddy Holly\, Chuck Berry\, and Jerry Lee Lewis. Rather than offering conventional biographies\, we’ll ask two intriguing questions: Who influenced them—and whom did they influence? \nYou’ll discover some remarkable musicians whose names may be less familiar today but whose sounds helped shape rock ’n’ roll. Hear how the irresistible Western swing of Bob Wills helped point the way toward Buddy Holly; how gospel pioneer Sister Rosetta Tharpe\, electrifying audiences with her voice\, guitar\, and showmanship\, helped blaze a trail that Chuck Berry would follow; and how the rollicking country and boogie-woogie piano of Moon Mullican helped lay the groundwork for the explosive style of Jerry Lee Lewis. \nThen we’ll follow the musical family tree forward as Holly\, Berry\, and Lewis\, in turn\, inspired some of the most important performers who followed them. \nFilled with rare performances\, unforgettable music\, surprising connections\, and great stories\, The Roots of Rock ’n’ Roll demonstrates that rock was not invented in a single moment by a single performer. It was created when many streams of American music came together—and a new sound changed the world.
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/roots-of-rock-n-roll-buddy-holly-chuck-berry-jerry-lee-lewis/
LOCATION:North Shore Senior Center\, 161 Northfield Road\, Northfield\, 60093
CATEGORIES:Cultural History
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SUMMARY:Mel Brooks
DESCRIPTION:Mel Brooks wrote\, directed\, and starred in some of the funniest movies of all time. He even wrote the music for them! \nAs a TV writer working for the great Sid Caesar\, Mel Brooks contributed to perhaps the funniest TV show of all time. He then\, along with Buck Henry\, created “Get Smart\,” one of the most popular TV comedies ever! \nWith Carl Reiner\, he made some of the funniest recordings of all time. \nAnd\, as if that wasn’t enough\, Mel Brooks wrote\none of the funniest and most Tony Awards-winning Broadway musicals of all time! \nSo Mel Brooks has had a massive impact on TV\, movies\, recordings\, and Broadway. he is serving as a performer\, writer\, lyricist\, composer\, director\, and producer; Mel Brooks has created a comic legacy that will stand the test of time. And\, at age 94\, he is not even contemplating retirement! \nGet ready to laugh as we take a fascinating multimedia presentation on the laughs\, life\, and legacy of one of the funniest men ever—the one and only Mel Brooks! \n  \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/mel-brooks-15/
LOCATION:Private Venue
CATEGORIES:Cultural History
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SUMMARY:Great Fortunes Of The Gilded Age (J. P. Morgan)
DESCRIPTION:During the Gilded Age\, America saw a handful of families dominate the economy with staggering fortunes. \nIf I asked you to name the richest American\, other than Elon Musk\, you might name Bill Gates or Sam Walton.  Both are from the top of the list! \nToday\, we focus on the bankers who created venture capitalism\, hostile takeovers\, and trickle-down economics.  And who gave extravagantly to charity\, benefitting education\, the arts\, and learning even today. \nJ. P. Morgan was\, by some accounting\, the second richest American ever – and a man whose acquisition of wealth was almost unimaginable. He was so rich that twice he had to use his personal fortune to help save the nation from disaster during several economic crises. His private art collection was one of the greatest in the world\, and his name still adorns one of the most powerful banks in America. The story of this powerful man is a fascinating narrative of wealth and power in a changing America. \n \n  \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/great-fortunes-of-the-gilded-age-j-p-morgan/
LOCATION:Lake Forest/Lake Bluff Senior Center\, 100 E. Old Mill Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cultural History,Economic History
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SUMMARY:The Beach Boys: America’s Band and Their Timeless Sound
DESCRIPTION:With Brian Wilson’s death on June 11\, 2025\, American music lost one of its most dynamic and original creators. As co-founder of the Beach Boys\, Wilson was the musical genius behind the California sound\, melding lush harmonies\, inventive arrangements\, and emotional depth into pop music in ways few have ever done. From iconic early hits like Surfin’ U.S.A. to masterpieces like Pet Sounds and Good Vibrations\, his work continues to inspire musicians across genres. \nThe Beach Boys created an unmistakably American sound — sunny\, inventive\, and layered with harmonies that captured the spirit of an era. Emerging from Southern California in the early 1960s\, they became the soundtrack of surfboards\, convertibles\, and endless summers. \nYet their music was far more sophisticated than it first appeared. Brian Wilson\, their creative force\, blended rock\, jazz\, and classical influences to craft songs that still feel fresh decades later. \nThe Beach Boys constantly pushed boundaries from early hits like Surfin’ U.S.A. and California Girls to the groundbreaking Pet Sounds album and the iconic Good Vibrations. Their work influenced everyone from the Beatles to today’s indie bands. Behind the catchy tunes were stories of sibling rivalries\, innovation in the studio\, and the complicated personal struggles that shaped their artistry. \nThis fascinating multimedia program traces the history of the Beach Boys — from their modest beginnings in Hawthorne\, California\, to their rightful place in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. \nWith fabulous music clips\, rare behind-the-scenes stories\, and fascinating cultural context\, we’ll rediscover why the Beach Boys remain one of American music history’s most important and beloved groups. \nWhether you grew up with their records or are hearing them with new ears\, their story is as moving as their melodies. \n 
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CATEGORIES:Cultural History
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SUMMARY:What Just Happened - August 2026 Current Events (Afternoon)
DESCRIPTION:PLEASE NOT  \nNEW START TIME \nTHIS MONTH ONLY\, THE PROGRAM BEGINS AT 12:30 PM \nOnce a month\, you can participate in a current events discussion presentation with a twist.  Award-winning  professional historian Barry Bradford will help us learn “What Just Happened?” \nThis session is unique because we will not just discuss our opinions about the news but also learn the history behind the events and their underlying significance. We’ll discuss several of the most exciting events of the month\, and there will be ample time for you to ask questions and share your thoughts. \nIMPORTANT NOTE: All comments and questions must be submitted respectfully and in an appropriate tone.  Speeches and misinformation will be terminated at the moderator’s express choice. \nCOST \nI ask for a minimum donation of $5.00.  If you cannot afford it or feel my programs are not worth $5.00\, email me\, and I will waive your fee.  I struggle to support a family\, so I understand the challenges of living on a tight budget with compassion. \nCash/Check Payable to Barry Bradford \nBarry Bradford \nP.O. Box #177 \nDeerfield\, IL 60015 \nPlease put ‘August AM’ in the subject line. \nPaypal: \n[wp_paypal button=”donate” name=”August AM“] \n√ Venmo  \n(send to @B-Bradford-1) Please add a note saying ‘August AM.’ \n√  Zelle – Use the email address Barry1776@ATT.NET (Please add a note that it is for August AM) \n√ Don’t pay (or pay less) if you cannot afford it!  Please email me for a waiver if you are unable to pay. \nREGISTRATION LINK – Click Here \nNO ZOOM LINK??  \nIf you do not receive a confirmation email\, you did not sign up correctly.  SAVE THE CONFIRMATION EMAIL.  If you cannot find your confirmation email\, check your spam folder.  The other alternative is to return to the website and sign up again. I’m unable to send you the link.   They come straight from Zoom! \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/what-just-happened-august-2026-current-events-afternoon/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:American History,British History,Chicago History,Civil Rights,Cultural History,Current Events,Economic History,Legal History,Sports History,Women's History
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