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SUMMARY:1925: Life in America 100 Years Ago
DESCRIPTION:Step back to 1925\, the heart of the Roaring Twenties\, when jazz ruled the airwaves\, flappers danced the Charleston\, and speakeasies thrived under Prohibition. This was a year of cultural transformation\, as F. Scott Fitzgerald published The Great Gatsby\, revealing the glitz and pitfalls of the American Dream\, while  Louis Armstrong and Duke Ellington brought jazz into the mainstream. On the political front\, Calvin Coolidge presided over a booming economy\, and innovation flourished with inventions like the first mechanical television. \n1925 was also a year of contrasts. While the Scopes Monkey Trial sparked a national debate on science versus religion\, the Harlem Renaissance was in full swing\, reshaping literature and the arts. In entertainment\, silent film stars like Charlie Chaplin\, Rudolph Valentino\, and Buster Keaton captivated audiences\, while the first New Yorker magazine hit newsstands\, offering a new perspective on culture and humor. Consumer prices\, such as 54 cents for a gallon of gas\, highlight the economic reality of the time. Dick Van Dyke\, Malcolm X\, Johnny Carson\, and Robert F Kennedy were all born during the amazing year of 1925. \nThis fast-moving multimedia program brings 1925 vividly to life with visuals\, music\, and storytelling. Perfect for history buffs and culture enthusiasts\, this presentation will immerse you in the dazzling highs and defining struggles of a year that forever shaped America. Sign up now and take a journey back to a time of innovation\, contradiction\, and unforgettable style. \n================================================== \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/1925-life-in-america-100-years-ago-3/
LOCATION:Uniper
CATEGORIES:American History,Chicago History,Cultural History,Economic History,Legal History,Political History
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SUMMARY:Looking Back; Looking Ahead 2025 In Review (PM)
DESCRIPTION:  \n\nLooking Back: Looking Ahead – 2025 EditionThe most eagerly anticipated program of the year returns! \nThis is\, without question\, the most popular and talked-about program I offer—and for good reason. Last year\, it sold out at every venue\, and with good reason: 2025 has been one of the most remarkable\, unpredictable\, and news-packed years in recent memory. Make your reservations early for this can’t-miss event! \nWhat Made 2025 So Extraordinary?\nFrom the death of a pope and historic global protests to dramatic developments in the Supreme Court\, politics\, science\, and culture\, 2025 was a year unlike any other. We witnessed: \n\n\nThe passing of Pope Francis and the unprecedented papal transition to a pope from Chicago! \n\n\n President Donald Trump pardoned the January 6 rioters \n\n\nMassive national protests over the deportation and the Supreme Court standoff \n\n\nTumultuous changes in policy regarding the environment and human rights \n\n\nA growing international crisis in Ukraine and the Middle East \n\n\nWild economic swings in the stock market and tourism sectors \n\n\nBig surprises in culture\, sports\, and science (including Broadway’s record highs and the return of the dire wolf!) \n\n\nThe Highlights You’ve Been Waiting For\nAt this fun and fast-moving event\, I’ll present my curated and crowd-favorite lists: \n\n\n✔ Top Ten News Stories of 2025 \n\n\n✔ Top Ten Quotes of 2025 \n\n\n✔ Top Ten New Words or Phrases of 2025 \n\n\n✔ Notable Deaths of 2025 \n\n\nThen… My Predictions for 2026!\nThis is the part of the program everyone loves: I’ll unveil ten bold and specific predictions for the coming year. \nWill the Democrats retake the House\, the Senate\, or both?Will inflation finally ease or worsen?Will peace talks in Ukraine break the deadlock?Will AI and medicine reshape our everyday lives? \nAnd to keep me honest\, I’ll also revisit the predictions I made for 2025—revealing which ones I nailed and which ones I missed! \nCOST\nThe program is available for a minimum contribution of $5.00\, which helps support my work and allows me to continue offering engaging content. \nPAYMENT OPTIONS \nCash/Check\nPayable to: Barry Bradford\nMail to:\nBarry Bradford\nP.O. Box #177\nDeerfield\, IL 60015\nPlease write “Year PM” in the subject line. \nPayPal\nPay securely via PayPal:\n\n(Please note: PayPal deducts 10% of your donation as a fee. I receive $4.50 per $5.00 donation.) \nVenmo\nSend to: @B-Bradford-1\nPlease include “Year PM” in the note. \nZelle\nUse the email address: Barry1776@ATT.NET\nInclude “Year PM” in the note. \nWAIVER OPTION\nIf you cannot afford to pay or feel my programs aren’t worth $5.00\, you are welcome to attend for free or contribute less. Just email me to request a waiver—no questions asked! This one-time request will cover all future programs. I completely understand the challenges of living on a tight budget and offer this with compassion. \nREGISTRATION LINK\nClick Here to Register \nDIDN’T RECEIVE YOUR ZOOM LINK?\nIf you don’t receive a confirmation email after registering\, it means your sign-up wasn’t completed. Be sure to: \n\nCheck your spam folder for the confirmation email.\nSave the confirmation email once you find it.\n\nIf you still can’t locate the email\, return to the website and register again. Unfortunately\, I am unable to manually send you the link\, as it is generated directly by Zoom. \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/looking-back-looking-ahead-2025-in-review-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Chicago History,Civil Rights,Current Events,Economic History,Legal History,Military History,Political History,Sports History,Women's History
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SUMMARY:Looking Back; Looking Ahead 2025 In Review (AM)
DESCRIPTION:Looking Back: Looking Ahead – 2025 EditionThe most eagerly anticipated program of the year returns! \nThis is\, without question\, the most popular and talked-about program I offer—and for good reason. Last year\, it sold out at every venue\, and with good reason: 2025 has been one of the most remarkable\, unpredictable\, and news-packed years in recent memory. Make your reservations early for this can’t-miss event! \nWhat Made 2025 So Extraordinary?\nFrom the death of a pope and historic global protests to dramatic developments in the Supreme Court\, politics\, science\, and culture\, 2025 was a year unlike any other. We witnessed: \n\n\nThe passing of Pope Francis and the unprecedented papal transition to a pope from Chicago! \n\n\n President Donald Trump pardoned the January 6 rioters \n\n\nMassive national protests over the deportation and the Supreme Court standoff \n\n\nTumultuous changes in policy regarding the envirobnment and human rights \n\n\nA growing international crisis in Ukraine and the Middle East \n\n\nWild economic swings in the stock market and tourism sectors \n\n\nBig surprises in culture\, sports\, and science (including Broadway’s record highs and the return of the dire wolf!) \n\n\nThe Highlights You’ve Been Waiting For\nAt this fun and fast-moving event\, I’ll present my curated and crowd-favorite lists: \n\n\n✔ Top Ten News Stories of 2025 \n\n\n✔ Top Ten Quotes of 2025 \n\n\n✔ Top Ten New Words or Phrases of 2025 \n\n\n✔ Notable Deaths of 2025 \n\n\nThen… My Predictions for 2026!\nThis is the part of the program everyone loves: I’ll unveil ten bold and specific predictions for the coming year. \nWill the Democrats retake the House\, the Senate\, or both?Will inflation finally ease or worsen?Will peace talks in Ukraine break the deadlock?Will AI and medicine reshape our everyday lives? \nAnd to keep me honest\, I’ll also revisit the predictions I made for 2025—revealing which ones I nailed and which ones I missed! \nCOST\nThe program is available for a minimum contribution of $5.00\, which helps support my work and allows me to continue offering engaging content. \nPAYMENT OPTIONS \nCash/Check\nPayable to: Barry Bradford\nMail to:\nBarry Bradford\nP.O. Box #177\nDeerfield\, IL 60015\nPlease write “Year AM” in the subject line. \nPayPal\nPay securely via PayPal:\n\n(Please note: PayPal deducts 10% of your donation as a fee. I receive $4.50 per $5.00 donation.) \nVenmo\nSend to: @B-Bradford-1\nPlease include “Year AM” in the note. \nZelle\nUse the email address: Barry1776@ATT.NET\nInclude “Year AM” in the note. \nWAIVER OPTION\nIf you cannot afford to pay or feel my programs aren’t worth $5.00\, you are welcome to attend for free or contribute less. Just email me to request a waiver—no questions asked! This one-time request will cover all future programs. I completely understand the challenges of living on a tight budget and offer this with compassion. \nREGISTRATION LINK\nClick Here to Register \nDIDN’T RECEIVE YOUR ZOOM LINK?\nIf you don’t receive a confirmation email after registering\, it means your sign-up wasn’t completed. Be sure to: \n\nCheck your spam folder for the confirmation email.\nSave the confirmation email once you find it.\n\nIf you still can’t locate the email\, return to the website and register again. Unfortunately\, I am unable to manually send you the link\, as it is generated directly by Zoom. \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/looking-back-looking-ahead-2025-in-review-am/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Chicago History,Civil Rights,Current Events,Economic History,Legal History,Military History,Political History,Sports History,Women's History
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SUMMARY:The Swinging\, Controversial Life Of Frank Sinatra - Part Two
DESCRIPTION:Frank Sinatra was one of the most charismatic and controversial American entertainers of all time. \nHe was one of a kind!  \nClick here to read about his impressive record on Civil Rights. \nIn this brand-new multimedia presentation\, I will trace the biography of Sinatra’s improbable life. We will look at his odd childhood as a skinny Italian street kid in working-class Hoboken\, New Jersey. His father\, Marty\, was a prizefighter turned saloon keeper; his colorful and ambitious mother was a hard-drinking suffragette and political power in Hoboken who also made a living by performing abortions. \nWe will examine Sinatra’s bumpy road to stardom. His career had so many ups and downs! Frank Sinatra seemed unstoppable from singing with the Harry James and Tommy Dorsey big bands to being the idol of the Bobby Sox brigades in the early 1940s. But when he avoided serving in World War II and musical tastes began to shift\, his career went into a steep decline that was only rescued by the help of the Mafia and his amazing performance in the movie “From Here To Eternity.” \n \nThe rest of the Frank Sinatra story is equally fascinating. \nIt includes Swingin’ Sinatra\, the Rat Pack\, JFK\, Marilyn Monroe\, and civil rights. So are Lucky Luciano\, Sam Giancana\, Skinny D’Amato\, Jilly Rizzo\, and the Mafia. (Click here to read about how Peter Lawford connected Sinatra to JFK !)In this one-of-a-kind presentation filled with video clips\, amazing anecdotes\, and insightful analysis\, we will look at all sides of the one and only Chairman of the Board\, Frank Sinatra. \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/the-swinging-controversial-life-of-frank-sinatra-part-two-5/
LOCATION:Private Venue
CATEGORIES:Cultural History,Political History
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SUMMARY:The Swinging\, Controversial Life Of Frank Sinatra - Part Two
DESCRIPTION:Frank Sinatra was one of the most charismatic and controversial American entertainers of all time. \nHe was one of a kind!  \nClick here to read about his impressive record on Civil Rights. \nIn this brand-new multimedia presentation\, I will trace the biography of Sinatra’s improbable life. We will look at his odd childhood as a skinny Italian street kid in working-class Hoboken\, New Jersey. His father\, Marty\, was a prizefighter turned saloon keeper; his colorful and ambitious mother was a hard-drinking suffragette and political power in Hoboken who also made a living by performing abortions. \nWe will examine Sinatra’s bumpy road to stardom. His career had so many ups and downs! Frank Sinatra seemed unstoppable from singing with the Harry James and Tommy Dorsey big bands to being the idol of the Bobby Sox brigades in the early 1940s. But when he avoided serving in World War II and musical tastes began to shift\, his career went into a steep decline that was only rescued by the help of the Mafia and his amazing performance in the movie “From Here To Eternity.” \n \nThe rest of the Frank Sinatra story is equally fascinating. \nIt includes Swingin’ Sinatra\, the Rat Pack\, JFK\, Marilyn Monroe\, and civil rights. So are Lucky Luciano\, Sam Giancana\, Skinny D’Amato\, Jilly Rizzo\, and the Mafia. (Click here to read about how Peter Lawford connected Sinatra to JFK !)In this one-of-a-kind presentation filled with video clips\, amazing anecdotes\, and insightful analysis\, we will look at all sides of the one and only Chairman of the Board\, Frank Sinatra. \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/the-swinging-controversial-life-of-frank-sinatra-part-two-3/
LOCATION:Private Venue
CATEGORIES:Cultural History,Political History
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SUMMARY:The Swinging\, Controversial Life Of Frank Sinatra - Part Two
DESCRIPTION:Frank Sinatra was one of the most charismatic and controversial American entertainers of all time. \nHe was one of a kind!  \nClick here to read about his impressive record on Civil Rights. \nIn this brand-new multimedia presentation\, I will trace the biography of Sinatra’s improbable life. We will look at his odd childhood as a skinny Italian street kid in working-class Hoboken\, New Jersey. His father\, Marty\, was a prizefighter turned saloon keeper; his colorful and ambitious mother was a hard-drinking suffragette and political power in Hoboken who also made a living by performing abortions. \nWe will examine Sinatra’s bumpy road to stardom. His career had so many ups and downs! Frank Sinatra seemed unstoppable from singing with the Harry James and Tommy Dorsey big bands to being the idol of the Bobby Sox brigades in the early 1940s. But when he avoided serving in World War II and musical tastes began to shift\, his career went into a steep decline that was only rescued by the help of the Mafia and his amazing performance in the movie “From Here To Eternity.” \n \nThe rest of the Frank Sinatra story is equally fascinating. \nIt includes Swingin’ Sinatra\, the Rat Pack\, JFK\, Marilyn Monroe\, and civil rights. So are Lucky Luciano\, Sam Giancana\, Skinny D’Amato\, Jilly Rizzo\, and the Mafia. (Click here to read about how Peter Lawford connected Sinatra to JFK !)In this one-of-a-kind presentation filled with video clips\, amazing anecdotes\, and insightful analysis\, we will look at all sides of the one and only Chairman of the Board\, Frank Sinatra. \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/the-swinging-controversial-life-of-frank-sinatra-part-two-4/
LOCATION:Private Venue
CATEGORIES:Cultural History,Political History
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SUMMARY:The Swinging\, Controversial Life Of Frank Sinatra - Part Two
DESCRIPTION:Frank Sinatra was one of the most charismatic and controversial American entertainers of all time. \nHe was one of a kind!  \nClick here to read about his impressive record on Civil Rights. \nIn this brand-new multimedia presentation\, I will trace the biography of Sinatra’s improbable life. We will look at his odd childhood as a skinny Italian street kid in working-class Hoboken\, New Jersey. His father was a prizefighter turned saloon keeper; his mother was a hard-drinking suffragette and political power in Hoboken who also made a living by performing abortions. We will look at Sinatra’s bumpy road to stardom. His career had so many ups and downs! Frank Sinatra seemed unstoppable from singing with the Harry James and Tommy Dorsey big bands to being the idol of the Bobby Sox brigades in the early 1940s. But when he avoided serving in World War II and musical tastes began to shift\, his career went into a steep decline that was only rescued by the help of the Mafia and his amazing performance in the movie “From Here To Eternity.” \n \nThe rest of the story is equally fascinating. It includes Swingin’ Sinatra\, the Rat Pack\, JFK\, Marilyn Monroe\, and civil rights. So are Lucky Luciano\, Sam Giancana\, Skinny D’Amato\, Jilly Rizzo\, and the Mafia. (Click here to read about how Peter Lawford connected Sinatra to JFK!)In this one-of-a-kind presentation filled with video clips\, amazing anecdotes\, and insightful analysis\, we will look at all sides of the one and only Chairman of the Board\, Frank Sinatra. \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/the-swinging-controversial-life-of-frank-sinatra-part-two-2/
LOCATION:Private Venue
CATEGORIES:Cultural History,Political History
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://barrybradford.com/wp-content/uploads/frank_sinatra.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251104T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251104T200000
DTSTAMP:20260606T034200
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SUMMARY:Countdown to 2026 - Politics In Perspective
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, November 4\, 2025 • 6:30–8:00 PM (Zoom)Free\, live program with Q&A \nTonight – One year before the 2026 national elections-  two critical gubernatorial races will be decided in New Jersey and Virginia—and both could signal the political direction of the nation. \nThe Republican Party and Project 2025 have identified these states as prime targets for flipping from blue to red\, making their outcomes far more significant than typical off-year contests. We will follow the results as they come in! \nIn this timely\, fast-paced program\, presidential award-winning historian and political analyst Barry Bradford will break down what these elections reveal about voter sentiment\, turnout patterns\, and the political momentum heading into 2026. \nBarry will also present a fascinating look at the crucial 2026  Senate map\, showing how Democrats and Republicans each have opportunities to gain ground—and why an unlikely path through Alaska and Maine could prove decisive to Democrats’ hopes to blunt President Trump’s power. \nThe final portion of the evening will feature a live Q&A on politics only\, where Barry will answer audience questions in real time. Bring your curiosity\, your insights\, and your questions as we explore what the next election year might bring—and what it means for America’s future. \nCOST\nThe program is available for a minimum contribution of $5.00\, which helps support my work and allows me to continue offering engaging content. \nPAYMENT OPTIONS \nCash/Check\nPayable to: Barry Bradford\nMail to:\nBarry Bradford\nP.O. Box #177\nDeerfield\, IL 60015\nPlease write “Election PM” in the subject line. \nPayPal\nPay securely via PayPal:\n\n(Please note: PayPal deducts 10% of your donation as a fee. I receive $4.50 per $5.00 donation.) \nVenmo\nSend to: @B-Bradford-1\nPlease include “Election PM” in the note. \nZelle\nUse the email address: Barry1776@ATT.NET\nInclude “Election PM” in the note. \nWAIVER OPTION\nIf you cannot afford to pay or feel my programs aren’t worth $5.00\, you are welcome to attend for free or contribute less. Just email me to request a waiver—no questions asked! This one-time request will cover all future programs. I completely understand the challenges of living on a tight budget and offer this with compassion. \nREGISTRATION LINK\nClick Here to Register \nDIDN’T RECEIVE YOUR ZOOM LINK?\nIf you don’t receive a confirmation email after registering\, it means your sign-up wasn’t completed. Be sure to: \n\nCheck your spam folder for the confirmation email.\nSave the confirmation email once you find it.\n\nIf you still can’t locate the email\, return to the website and register again. Unfortunately\, I am unable to manually send you the link\, as it is generated directly by Zoom. \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/countdown-to-2026-politics-in-perspective/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Current Events,Political History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251021T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251021T200000
DTSTAMP:20260606T034200
CREATED:20251005T192210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251005T192210Z
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SUMMARY:Ike –  A Biography of the Private Life Of A Great American (Part 2)
DESCRIPTION:Ike –  A Biography of the Private Life Of A Great American\nVery few Americans have had an impact on the world that equals that of Dwight David Eisenhower. \nHe did a brilliant job as commander of Allied forces in World War II\, despite having minimal combat experience. Click here to read a fascinating\, little-known story about how General Eisenhower was prepared to take full responsibility if the D-Day invasion had failed. \nAfter serving ably as President of Columbia University and Supreme Commander of NATO\, Dwight Eisenhower did a superb job as President of the United States of America\, despite having no prior experience in politics. After his retirement\, he was still called on to advise his young successor\, John F. Kennedy\, at moments of crisis. \nIke was one of the great Americans of all time. Eisenhower was widely admired and enormously respected by a public that really did not know him very well. Few Americans could tell you much about Ike’s parents\, Ike’s brothers\, his religious faith\, or his relationship with his wife and children. Did you know that Dwight Eisenhower was a superb athlete who once tackled Jim Thorpe? Or that he was quietly one of the most religious presidents in the history of the USA? \nThis multimedia presentation will serve as a fascinating biography illuminating the private life of one of the most admired Americans of all time. \nCOST\nThe program is available for a minimum contribution of $5.00\, which helps support my work and allows me to continue offering engaging content. \nPAYMENT OPTIONS \nCash/Check\nPayable to: Barry Bradford\nMail to:\nBarry Bradford\nP.O. Box #177\nDeerfield\, IL 60015\nPlease write “IKE2” in the“subj” line.  \nPayPal\nPay securely via PayPal:\n\n(Please note: PayPal deducts 10% of your donation as a fee. I receive $4.50 per $5.00 donation.) \nVenmo\nSend to: @B-Bradford-1\nPlease include “Ike 2” in the “ note” \nZelle\nUse the email address: Barry1776@ATT.NET\nInclude “Ike 2” in the “ note” \nWAIVER OPTION\nIf you cannot afford to pay or feel my programs aren’t worth it\, you are welcome to attend for free or contribute less. Just email me to request a waiver—no questions asked! This one-time request will cover all future programs. I completely understand the challenges of living on a tight budget and offer this with compassion. \nREGISTRATION LINK\nClick Here to Register \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/ike-a-biography-of-the-private-life-of-a-great-american-part-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Civil Rights,Military History,Political History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251015T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251015T150000
DTSTAMP:20260606T034200
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SUMMARY:The Swinging\, Controversial Life Of Frank Sinatra - Part One
DESCRIPTION:  \nFrank Sinatra was one of the most charismatic and controversial American entertainers of all time. \nHe was one of a kind!  \nClick here to read about his impressive record on Civil Rights. \nIn this brand-new multimedia presentation\, I will trace the biography of Sinatra’s improbable life. We will look at his odd childhood as a skinny Italian street kid in working-class Hoboken\, New Jersey. His father was a prizefighter turned saloon keeper; his mother was a hard-drinking suffragette and political power in Hoboken who also made a living by performing abortions. We will look at Sinatra’s bumpy road to stardom. His career had so many ups and downs! Frank Sinatra seemed unstoppable from singing with the Harry James and Tommy Dorsey big bands to being the idol of the Bobby Sox brigades in the early 1940s. But when he avoided serving in World War II and musical tastes began to shift\, his career went into a steep decline that was only rescued by the help of the Mafia and his fantastic performance in the movie “From Here To Eternity.” \n \nThe rest of the Frank Sinatra story is equally fascinating. Swingin’ Sinatra\, the Rat Pack\, JFK\, Marilyn Monroe\,  and an abiding dedication to Israel and civil rights are part of the story. So are Lucky Luciano\, Sam Giancana\, Skinny D’Amato\, Jilly Rizzo and the Mafia. (Click here to read about how Peter Lawford connected Sinatra to JFK!)In this one-of-a-kind presentation filled with video clips\, amazing anecdotes\, and insightful analysis\, we will look at all sides of the one and only Chairman of the Board\, Frank Sinatra. \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/the-swinging-controversial-life-of-frank-sinatra-part-one-2/
LOCATION:Private Venue
CATEGORIES:Cultural History,Political History
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://barrybradford.com/wp-content/uploads/frank_sinatra.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251015T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251015T113000
DTSTAMP:20260606T034200
CREATED:20251006T220716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T220716Z
UID:14384-1760522400-1760527800@barrybradford.com
SUMMARY:Ulysses S. Grant - Warrior And President
DESCRIPTION:After three years of tremendous bloodshed\, Union losses\, and a seemingly endless stalemate\, President Lincoln appointed Ulysses S. Grant to head the Union Army. The War was over less than a year later. Grant saved the Union\, crushed the terrorists\, and helped free millions of people who were the children\, grandchildren\, and great-grandchildren of kidnapping victims from the cruel system that exploited them physically and sexually. His leadership and vision destroyed a racist rebellion. By devising a brilliant strategy alongside General Sherman\, winning the complete support and unswerving loyalty of President Lincoln\, and bravely leading a courageous army\, Grant is rightfully ranked alongside Washington and Patton as one of our greatest commanding officers. In the 1876 election\, the country turned to him again. As  President\, Ulysses S. Grant took necessary steps to rebuild the country\, help the exploited and homeless victims of the terrorists\, and tried to advance America’s technological growth. Alas\, his administration was mired in scandal. Yet\, in recent years\, historians have begun to reevaluate his presidency. His historical reputation has improved. This fascinating multimedia presentation examines his challenging private life\, happy marriage\, and his invaluable contributions to the USA as a General and as a President. \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/ulysses-s-grant-warrior-and-president-3/
LOCATION:Private Venue
CATEGORIES:Military History,Political History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251014T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251014T200000
DTSTAMP:20260606T034200
CREATED:20251005T182106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251005T182106Z
UID:14374-1760466600-1760472000@barrybradford.com
SUMMARY:Ike –  A Biography of the Private Life Of A Great American (Part 1)
DESCRIPTION:Ike –  A Biography of the Private Life Of A Great American\nVery few Americans have had an impact on the world that equals that of Dwight David Eisenhower. \nHe did a brilliant job as commander of Allied forces in World War II\, despite having minimal combat experience. Click here to read a fascinating\, little-known story about how General Eisenhower was prepared to take full responsibility if the D-Day invasion had failed. \nAfter serving ably as President of Columbia University and Supreme Commander of NATO\, Dwight Eisenhower did a superb job as President of the United States of America\, despite having no prior experience in politics. After his retirement\, he was still called on to advise his young successor\, John F. Kennedy\, at moments of crisis. \nIke was one of the great Americans of all time. Eisenhower was widely admired and enormously respected by a public that really did not know him very well. Few Americans could tell you much about Ike’s parents\, his brothers\, his religious faith\, or his relationships with his wife and children. Did you know that Dwight Eisenhower was a superb athlete who once tackled Jim Thorpe? Or that he was quietly one of the most religious presidents in the history of the USA? \nThis multimedia presentation will serve as a fascinating biography illuminating the private life of one of the most admired Americans of all time. \nCOST\nThe program is available for a minimum contribution of $5.00\, which helps support my work and allows me to continue offering engaging content. \nPAYMENT OPTIONS \nCash/Check\nPayable to: Barry Bradford\nMail to:\nBarry Bradford\nP.O. Box #177\nDeerfield\, IL 60015\nPlease write “Ike PM” in the subject line. \nPayPal\nPay securely via PayPal:\n\n(Please note: PayPal deducts 10% of your donation as a fee. I receive $4.50 per $5.00 donation.) \nVenmo\nSend to: @B-Bradford-1\nPlease include “Ike PM” in the note. \nZelle\nUse the email address: Barry1776@ATT.NET\nInclude “Ike PM” in the note. \nWAIVER OPTION\nIf you cannot afford to pay or feel my programs aren’t worth $5.00\, you are welcome to attend for free or contribute less. Just email me to request a waiver—no questions asked! This one-time request will cover all future programs. I completely understand the challenges of living on a tight budget and offer this with compassion. \nREGISTRATION LINK\nClick Here to Register
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/ike-a-biography-of-the-private-life-of-a-great-american-part-1/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Civil Rights,Military History,Political History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251013T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251013T150000
DTSTAMP:20260606T034200
CREATED:20251006T220006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T220006Z
UID:14382-1760362200-1760367600@barrybradford.com
SUMMARY:Sam Giancana - Master Of The Mob\, Murderer Of JFK?
DESCRIPTION:Forget Al Capone. \nCapone ran the Chicago Outfit brutally and very publicly for just a couple of years before being sent to prison on income tax charges. Tony Accordo and Paul Rccca ran the Outfit until 1957 when they turned over day to day control to Sam “Momo” Giancana. \nMuch More Powerful Than Capone!\nSam Giancana would rise to a position much\, much more powerful than the thuggish Al Capone ever dreamt of achieving! \nGiancana feuded with Robert Kennedy as he became the CIA liaison with the Mob. Unlike Capone\,Sam Giancana vastly expanded the operations of the Chicago Outfit into Las Vegas\, into California and became the most powerful Mafia leader in the country. He was connected to JFK through Peter Lawford and Frank Sinatra. According to a number of histories\, he and John F. Kennedy actually shared a mistress in common! Some believe Sam Giancana was behind the murder of JFK. And just before he was set to testify under oath before the Senate\, Sam Giancana was murdered in his home. A home that was under FBI surveillance and “guarded by the police! \nCuba\nWhen the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) planned to assassinate Fidel Castro\, the Agency called on mobster Sam Giancana to oversee the unlawful murder of the Cuban dictator. While the complicated and illegal plot ultimately failed\, the implications were clear.  The CIA was working closely with Sam Giancana – the most important and influential Mafia leader in the USA. J. Edgar Hoover and the FBI only learned of the plot because they were tapping Giancana’s phone and watching him 24/7! \n  \nWomen\nAfter he was widowed\, Sam Giancana carried on a very public romance with super popular\, squeaky clean\, all-American girl Phyllis McGuire. As one of the wholesome McGuire Sisters\, Phyllis projected a sprightly\, virginal image. In reality\, her torrid affair with the leader of the Chicago Syndicate was being listened to and tape-recorded in real time by the FBI!  Before his intense relationship with McGuire\, he consorted with Marilyn Monroe (some say he caused her death) and other famous women.  One of the most fascinating stories involves his relationship with Judith Campbell – who was also a mistress of John F. Kennedy!  She claimed that she arranged meetings and carried messages between the two! The stories are perplexing and fascinating. You will not want to miss this one-of-a-kind multimedia presentation. \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/sam-giancana-master-of-the-mob-murderer-of-jfk-2/
LOCATION:Private Venue
CATEGORIES:American History,Political History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251008T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251008T150000
DTSTAMP:20260606T034200
CREATED:20241221T225128Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241221T225128Z
UID:13863-1759932000-1759935600@barrybradford.com
SUMMARY:The Swinging\, Controversial Life Of Frank Sinatra - Part One
DESCRIPTION:  \nFrank Sinatra was one of the most charismatic and controversial American entertainers of all time. \nHe was one of a kind!  \nClick here to read about his impressive record on Civil Rights. \nIn this brand-new multimedia presentation\, I will trace the biography of Sinatra’s improbable life. We will look at his odd childhood as a skinny Italian street kid in working-class Hoboken\, New Jersey. His father was a prizefighter turned saloon keeper; his mother was a hard-drinking suffragette and political power in Hoboken who also made a living by performing abortions. We will look at Sinatra’s bumpy road to stardom. His career had so many ups and downs! Frank Sinatra seemed unstoppable from singing with the Harry James and Tommy Dorsey big bands to being the idol of the Bobby Sox brigades in the early 1940s. But when he avoided serving in World War II and musical tastes began to shift\, his career went into a steep decline that was only rescued by the help of the Mafia and his fantastic performance in the movie “From Here To Eternity.” \n \nThe rest of the Frank Sinatra story is equally fascinating. Swingin’ Sinatra\, the Rat Pack\, JFK\, Marilyn Monroe\,  and an abiding dedication to Israel and civil rights are part of the story. So are Lucky Luciano\, Sam Giancana\, Skinny D’Amato\, Jilly Rizzo and the Mafia. (Click here to read about how Peter Lawford connected Sinatra to JFK!)In this one-of-a-kind presentation filled with video clips\, amazing anecdotes\, and insightful analysis\, we will look at all sides of the one and only Chairman of the Board\, Frank Sinatra. \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/the-swinging-controversial-life-of-frank-sinatra-part-one-4/
LOCATION:Private Venue
CATEGORIES:Cultural History,Political History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251006T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251006T143000
DTSTAMP:20260606T034200
CREATED:20251005T175951Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251005T180403Z
UID:14371-1759755600-1759761000@barrybradford.com
SUMMARY:The Swinging\, Controversial Life Of Frank Sinatra - Part One
DESCRIPTION:  \nFrank Sinatra was one of the most charismatic and controversial American entertainers of all time. \nHe was one of a kind!  \nClick here to read about his impressive record on Civil Rights. \nIn this brand-new multimedia presentation\, I will trace the biography of Sinatra’s improbable life. We will look at his odd childhood as a skinny Italian street kid in working-class Hoboken\, New Jersey. His father was a prizefighter turned saloon keeper; his mother was a hard-drinking suffragette and political power in Hoboken who also made a living by performing abortions. We will look at Sinatra’s bumpy road to stardom. His career had so many ups and downs! Frank Sinatra seemed unstoppable from singing with the Harry James and Tommy Dorsey big bands to being the idol of the Bobby Sox brigades in the early 1940s. But when he avoided serving in World War II and musical tastes began to shift\, his career went into a steep decline that was only rescued by the help of the Mafia and his fantastic performance in the movie “From Here To Eternity.” \n \nThe rest of the Frank Sinatra story is equally fascinating. Swingin’ Sinatra\, the Rat Pack\, JFK\, Marilyn Monroe\,  and an abiding dedication to Israel and civil rights are part of the story. So are Lucky Luciano\, Sam Giancana\, Skinny D’Amato\, Jilly Rizzo and the Mafia. (Click here to read about how Peter Lawford connected Sinatra to JFK!)In this one-of-a-kind presentation filled with video clips\, amazing anecdotes\, and insightful analysis\, we will look at all sides of the one and only Chairman of the Board\, Frank Sinatra. \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/the-swinging-controversial-life-of-frank-sinatra-part-one-5/
LOCATION:Private Venue
CATEGORIES:Cultural History,Political History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250819T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250819T200000
DTSTAMP:20260606T034200
CREATED:20250731T162709Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250731T162709Z
UID:14274-1755628200-1755633600@barrybradford.com
SUMMARY:The Life of Winston Churchill (Part 2) Triumph And Legacy
DESCRIPTION:In Part Two of this compelling multimedia presentation\, we follow Winston Churchill through the darkest and most defining chapter of his life—World War II and beyond. \nWe’ll explore his steadfast leadership during the Blitz\, his powerful speeches that galvanized a nation\, and his crucial role in the Allied victory. But Churchill’s story doesn’t end in 1945. We’ll also look at his postwar challenges\, his return to power\, and the legacy he left behind as one of the towering figures of the 20th century. \nThrough rare video clips\, vivid anecdotes\, and rich biographical insight\, we’ll trace the final chapters of a life that helped shape the modern world. \nCOST\nThe program is available for a minimum contribution of $5.00\, which helps support my work and allows me to continue offering engaging content. \nPAYMENT OPTIONS \nCash/Check\nPayable to: Barry Bradford\nMail to:\nBarry Bradford\nP.O. Box #177\nDeerfield\, IL 60015\nPlease write “Winston 2 PM” in the subject line. \nPayPal\nPay securely via PayPal:\n\n(Please note: PayPal deducts 10% of your donation as a fee. I receive $4.50 per $5.00 donation.) \nVenmo\nSend to: @B-Bradford-1\nPlease include “Winston 2 PM” in the note. \nZelle\nUse the email address: Barry1776@ATT.NET\nInclude “Winston 2 PM” in the note. \nWAIVER OPTION\nIf you cannot afford to pay or feel my programs aren’t worth $5.00\, you are welcome to attend for free or contribute less. Just email me to request a waiver—no questions asked! This one-time request will cover all future programs. I completely understand the challenges of living on a tight budget and offer this with compassion. \nREGISTRATION LINK\nClick Here to Register \nDIDN’T RECEIVE YOUR ZOOM LINK?\nIf you don’t receive a confirmation email after registering\, it means your sign-up wasn’t completed. Be sure to: \n\nCheck your spam folder for the confirmation email.\nSave the confirmation email once you find it.\n\nIf you still can’t locate the email\, return to the website and register again. Unfortunately\, I cannot manually send you the link\, as they are generated directly by Zoom. \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/the-life-of-winston-churchill-part-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:British History,Military History,Political History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250812T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250812T200000
DTSTAMP:20260606T034200
CREATED:20250731T152840Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250731T153618Z
UID:14272-1755023400-1755028800@barrybradford.com
SUMMARY:The Life of Winston Churchill (Part I)
DESCRIPTION:The extraordinary life of Winston Churchill is the focus of this engaging two-part multimedia presentation. In Part One\, we’ll explore Churchill’s life up to the outbreak of World War II. \nWe’ll examine his remarkable background\, his triumphs and setbacks\, and the experiences that shaped his leadership long before he became Prime Minister. While the emphasis is on his life story rather than specific policies\, we’ll gain a powerful sense of the courage\, strength\, and resilience that defined both Churchill and the British people. As they faced the looming threat of Nazi invasion\, their determination helped lay the groundwork for the defense of democracy—and the making of a legend. \nCOST\nThe program is available for a minimum contribution of $5.00\, which helps support my work and allows me to continue offering engaging content. \nPAYMENT OPTIONS \nCash/Check\nPayable to: Barry Bradford\nMail to:\nBarry Bradford\nP.O. Box #177\nDeerfield\, IL 60015\nPlease write “Winston PM” in the subject line. \nPayPal\nPay securely via PayPal:\n\n(Please note: PayPal deducts 10% of your donation as a fee. I receive $4.50 per $5.00 donation.) \nVenmo\nSend to: @B-Bradford-1\nPlease include “Winston PM” in the note. \nZelle\nUse the email address: Barry1776@ATT.NET\nInclude “Winston PM” in the note. \nWAIVER OPTION\nIf you cannot afford to pay or feel my programs aren’t worth $5.00\, you are welcome to attend for free or contribute less. Just email me to request a waiver—no questions asked! This one-time request will cover all future programs. I completely understand the challenges of living on a tight budget and offer this with compassion. \nREGISTRATION LINK\nClick Here to Register \nDIDN’T RECEIVE YOUR ZOOM LINK?\nIf you don’t receive a confirmation email after registering\, it means your sign-up wasn’t completed. Be sure to: \n\nCheck your spam folder for the confirmation email.\nSave the confirmation email once you find it.\n\nIf you still can’t locate the email\, return to the website and register again. Unfortunately\, I cannot manually send you the link\, as they are generated directly by Zoom. \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/the-life-of-winston-churchill-part-i/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:British History,Military History,Political History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250806T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250806T153000
DTSTAMP:20260606T034200
CREATED:20250712T181407Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250712T181407Z
UID:14246-1754488800-1754494200@barrybradford.com
SUMMARY:Benjamin Franklin
DESCRIPTION:Benjamin Franklin has been called “The First American.” Certainly\, no life can compare to his. Benjamin Franklin was one of the most successful businessmen in American history. Although Franklin started his life in poverty\, he grew to be phenomenally wealthy. \nFranklin was a fantastic businessman\, a brilliant writer\, a political leader of immeasurable importance to America\, a world-renowned scientist\, and his inventions have been credited with saving countless lives throughout the centuries. And Franklin was also one of the funniest\, most charming\, and highly respected men of all time \nIn this fast-moving multimedia presentation\, we will look at all aspects of the life of the amazing \n \nBenjamin Franklin.  He invented the lightning rod\, bifocal glasses\, the Franklin stove (which heated American homes for many years)\, the first working pedometer\, and so many other practical items. But I think one of his greatest inventions is a little harder to recognize. Click here to read a short piece about what I consider Benjamin Franklin’s greatest invention. This exciting and unexpected multimedia presentation will examine Franklin’s immensely important role in shaping American business\, giving voice to the new American nation\, and transforming the world through his experiments and inventions. \n  \nFREE\, LIVE\, AND IN-PERSON! \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER! \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/benjamin-franklin-6/
LOCATION:Northbrook Public Library\, 1201 Cedar Lane\, Northbrook\, IL\, 60062\, United States
CATEGORIES:American History,Cultural History,Political History
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250707T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250707T100000
DTSTAMP:20260606T034200
CREATED:20241221T222010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241221T222010Z
UID:13850-1751878800-1751882400@barrybradford.com
SUMMARY:America's Purpose Statement: The Declaration Of Independence
DESCRIPTION:The most important sentence ever written by an American – a sentence that has inspired people in every part of the world – is found in America’s purpose statement! Click here to read more. The legacy of Washington\, Hancock\, Franklin\, Jefferson\, Adams\, Hamilton\, and Paul Revere still challenges us. \n \nOn a stifling July Thursday in 1776\, our Founding Fathers agreed to a completely unique document in the world’s history. Many revolutions had occurred over the centuries\, but never had one begun with a philosophical purpose statement. \nAlthough the Declaration of Independence has no legal power\, it has become the guiding beacon for what America strives to become. As the events of 2020 showed\, we as a nation are a world leader in human rights\, yet America is still a work in progress. \n \nWhy study the Declaration of Independence? It is the ultimate statement of what we hope to become. Freedom movements in the USA and worldwide have quoted it. \nYet many Americans know surprisingly little about it. In this exciting and thought-provoking multimedia presentation\, I will present the thrilling themes\, difficult negotiations\, contradictory\, complex\, charismatic personalities\, and exciting events leading to the most critical moment in American history. \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/americas-purpose-statement-the-declaration-of-independence-6/
LOCATION:Private Venue
CATEGORIES:American History,British History,Civil Rights,Economic History,Legal History,Military History,Political History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250703T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250703T143000
DTSTAMP:20260606T034200
CREATED:20250712T183014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250712T183014Z
UID:14253-1751547600-1751553000@barrybradford.com
SUMMARY:World War I – 1914 to 1917 - Before The USA Landed "Over There"
DESCRIPTION:World War I – 1914 to 1917\n“I can predict with absolute certainty that within another generation there will be another world war if the nations of the world do not concert the method by which to prevent it.” Woodrow Wilson\, after the end of World War I\nThe Forgotten War?\n \n  \n2014 – 2018 marks the 100th anniversary of World War I. Somehow\, it seems longer ago than that. The sheer enormity of World War II eclipsed the “Great War.” Some historians have argued that\, in a sense\, World War II should not be seen as a separate war. It should merely be seen as an extension of World War I. This fast-paced multimedia presentation will trace the roots of World War I\, looking at the personalities and history behind the calamitous decision to go to war. \nWe will pay special attention to how the United States approached the growing conflict in Europe and how our policy shifted from isolationism to interventionism. The next two weeks will bring additional classes in which we will examine President Wilson and the United States’ involvement in combat. \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/world-war-i-1914-to-1917-before-the-usa-landed-over-there/
LOCATION:North Shore Senior Center\, 161 Northfield Road\, Northfield\, 60093
CATEGORIES:Military History,Political History
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ORGANIZER;CN="NSSC - Lifelong Learning":MAILTO:LifelongLearning@nssc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250618T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250618T153000
DTSTAMP:20260606T034200
CREATED:20241220T205334Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241221T222244Z
UID:13761-1750253400-1750260600@barrybradford.com
SUMMARY:America's Purpose Statement: The Declaration Of Independence
DESCRIPTION:The most important sentence ever written by an American – a sentence that has inspired people in every part of the world – is found in America’s purpose statement! Click here to read more. The legacy of Washington\, Hancock\, Franklin\, Jefferson\, Adams\, Hamilton\, and Paul Revere still challenges us. \n \nOn a stifling July Thursday in 1776\, our Founding Fathers agreed to a completely unique document in the world’s history. Many revolutions had occurred over the centuries\, but never had one begun with a philosophical purpose statement. \nAlthough the Declaration of Independence has no legal power\, it has become the guiding beacon for what America strives to become. As the events of 2020 showed\, we as a nation are a world leader in human rights\, yet America is still a work in progress. \n \nWhy study the Declaration of Independence? It is the ultimate statement of what we hope to become. Freedom movements in the USA and worldwide have quoted it. \nYet many Americans know surprisingly little about it. In this exciting and thought-provoking multimedia presentation\, I will present the thrilling themes\, difficult negotiations\, contradictory\, complex\, charismatic personalities\, and exciting events leading to the most critical moment in American history. \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/americas-purpose-statement-the-declaration-of-independence-5/
LOCATION:Private Venue
CATEGORIES:American History,British History,Civil Rights,Economic History,Legal History,Military History,Political History
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://barrybradford.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/trumbull-large1.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250611T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250611T153000
DTSTAMP:20260606T034200
CREATED:20241221T001719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241221T001719Z
UID:13781-1749650400-1749655800@barrybradford.com
SUMMARY:1975: Life in America 50 Years Ago
DESCRIPTION:Revisit 1975\, a year when America found itself at a crossroads. In the aftermath of Watergate\, the country was grappling with questions of trust and leadership\, while Vietnam veterans returned home to a divided nation. At the same time\, disco fever was taking over\, with songs like Gloria Gaynor’s Never Can Say Goodbye and KC and the Sunshine Band lighting up dance floors across the country. Two of the Three Stooges (Larry and Moe) died in the same year that Tiger Woods and Kate Winslet were born. \nIn the world of American popular culture\, 1975 saw the release of groundbreaking films like Jaws\, which became the first summer blockbuster\, and One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest\, a critical and commercial success. \nSaturday Night Live debuted on television\, changing comedy forever\, while Bruce Springsteen’s Born to Run captured the hopes and frustrations of a generation. Consumer prices reflected the energy crisis\, with gas costing just 57 cents a gallon but often hard to come by due to shortages. \nThis dynamic program brings 1975 to life with a mix of visuals\, music\, and engaging stories that showcase the era’s highs and lows. Whether you’re nostalgic for bell-bottoms or curious about how the cultural shifts of the 1970s shaped America\, this presentation is a must-see. Sign up now to take a journey back to a year of transformation and unforgettable moments.
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/1975-life-in-america-50-years-ago-3/
LOCATION:Private Venue
CATEGORIES:American History,Chicago History,Cultural History,Economic History,Legal History,Military History,Political History
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://barrybradford.com/wp-content/uploads/1975.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250602T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250602T153000
DTSTAMP:20260606T034200
CREATED:20241221T195808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241221T195808Z
UID:13826-1748872800-1748878200@barrybradford.com
SUMMARY:1975: Life in America 50 Years Ago
DESCRIPTION:Revisit 1975\, a year when America found itself at a crossroads. In the aftermath of Watergate\, the country was grappling with questions of trust and leadership\, while Vietnam veterans returned home to a divided nation. At the same time\, disco fever was taking over\, with songs like Gloria Gaynor’s Never Can Say Goodbye and KC and the Sunshine Band lighting up dance floors across the country. Two of the Three Stooges (Larry and Moe) died in the same year that Tiger Woods and Kate Winslet were born. \nIn the world of American popular culture\, 1975 saw the release of groundbreaking films like Jaws\, which became the first summer blockbuster\, and One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest\, a critical and commercial success. \nSaturday Night Live debuted on television\, changing comedy forever\, while Bruce Springsteen’s Born to Run captured the hopes and frustrations of a generation. Consumer prices reflected the energy crisis\, with gas costing just 57 cents a gallon but often hard to come by due to shortages. \nThis dynamic program brings 1975 to life with a mix of visuals\, music\, and engaging stories that showcase the era’s highs and lows. Whether you’re nostalgic for bell-bottoms or curious about how the cultural shifts of the 1970s shaped America\, this presentation is a must-see. Sign up now to take a journey back to a year of transformation and unforgettable moments.
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/1975-life-in-america-50-years-ago-4/
LOCATION:Private Venue
CATEGORIES:American History,Chicago History,Cultural History,Economic History,Legal History,Military History,Political History
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://barrybradford.com/wp-content/uploads/1975.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250602T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250602T100000
DTSTAMP:20260606T034200
CREATED:20241221T221651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241221T221651Z
UID:13848-1748854800-1748858400@barrybradford.com
SUMMARY:1950 - Life In America 75 Years Ago
DESCRIPTION:Journey to 1950\, a defining year of post-war America\, when optimism soared and new challenges emerged. The Baby Boom was reshaping family life\, and suburban living became the American ideal. Television became the centerpiece of entertainment\, with early shows like I Love Lucy laying the groundwork for modern TV culture. Meanwhile\, the Cold War began to take hold\, with the Korean War marking the first major military conflict of the era. \n1950 wasn’t just about politics and economics—it was a year of rich cultural milestones. The movie Sunset Boulevard captivated audiences with its sharp critique of Hollywood’s Golden Age\, and Ella Fitzgerald’s smooth vocals dominated the airwaves. In sports\, the New York Yankees won another World Series\, while consumer goods like frozen dinners and color televisions symbolized the growing comfort of middle-class American homes. The Tonight Show\, Bill Murray\, and Morgan Fairchild were born in the same year that George Bernard Shaw and George Orwell died. \nThis program offers a vibrant look at a year of optimism and tension\, filled with fascinating stories\, visuals\, and multimedia elements. Whether you remember 1950 or are curious to learn about it\, this engaging presentation will transport you back to a time of hope\, change\, and cultural growth. Reserve your spot now to experience the year that set the stage for modern America! \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/1950-life-in-america-75-years-ago-6/
LOCATION:Private Venue
CATEGORIES:American History,Chicago History,Civil Rights,Cultural History,Economic History,Legal History,Military History,Political History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250506T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250506T200000
DTSTAMP:20260606T034200
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T023343Z
UID:14057-1746556200-1746561600@barrybradford.com
SUMMARY:Murrow vs. McCarthy
DESCRIPTION:In the dark shadow of the early 1950s\, Senator Joseph McCarthy wielded fear like a weapon\, accusing countless Americans of disloyalty with little or no evidence. Few dared to stand against him—until Edward R. Murrow stepped into the fight. In this gripping program\, we explore how Murrow used the young medium of television to challenge McCarthy’s reign of terror\, first through the story of Milo Radulovich\, a young man expelled from the Air Force Reserve without due process\, and then in a direct confrontation that shook the nation. \nMurrow vs. McCarthy: The Night Television Grew Up\nThrough powerful storytelling and historical footage\, we will examine how Murrow and his See It Now team meticulously exposed McCarthy’s tactics\, culminating in the landmark broadcast that many historians consider the night television came of age. Murrow’s steady voice and measured condemnation provided a rallying cry for those who believed in reason\, truth\, and the power of free speech. His actions not only helped curb McCarthy’s influence but also \reshaped the role of television news forever. \nOn March 9\, 1954\, Murrow delivered one of the most courageous broadcasts in American history. In a measured but devastating critique aired on See It Now\, Murrow exposed McCarthy’s tactics\, hypocrisy\, and the cost of silence. It was a moment when television proved it could do more than entertain — it could defend democracy itself. The broadcast electrified the public\, hastening McCarthy’s downfall and forever changing the relationship between journalism and power. \nJoin us for a fascinating look at this pivotal moment in American history. We’ll uncover the behind-the-scenes decisions that led to Murrow’s bold stand\, the national reaction to the broadcasts\, and the lasting impact on journalism and politics. Through Murrow’s example\, we will see how integrity\, courage\, and the responsible use of media can alter the course of a nation. \nREGISTRATION INFORMATION \nCOST\nThe program is available for a minimum contribution of $5.00\, which helps support my work and allows me to continue offering engaging content. \nPAYMENT OPTIONS \nCash/Check\nPayable to: Barry Bradford\nMail to:\nBarry Bradford\nP.O. Box #177\nDeerfield\, IL 60015\nPlease write “Edward PM” in the subject line. \nPayPal\nPay securely via PayPal:\n\n(Please note: PayPal deducts 10% of your donation as a fee. I receive $4.50 per $5.00 donation.) \nVenmo\nSend to: @B-Bradford-1\nPlease include “Edward PM” in the note. \nZelle\nUse the email address: Barry1776@ATT.NET\nInclude “Edward PM” in the note. \nWAIVER OPTION\nIf you cannot afford to pay or feel my programs aren’t worth $5.00\, you are welcome to attend for free or contribute less. Just email me to request a waiver—no questions asked! This one-time request will cover all future programs. I completely understand the challenges of living on a tight budget and offer this with compassion. \nREGISTRATION LINK\nClick Here to Register
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/murrow-vs-mccarthy/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:American History,Cultural History,Current Events,Political History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250506T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250506T130000
DTSTAMP:20260606T034200
CREATED:20250428T023911Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T023911Z
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SUMMARY:Murrow vs. McCarthy The Night Television Grew Up (AM)
DESCRIPTION:In the dark shadow of the early 1950s\, Senator Joseph McCarthy wielded fear like a weapon\, accusing countless Americans of disloyalty with little or no evidence. Few dared to stand against him—until Edward R. Murrow stepped into the fight. In this gripping program\, we explore how Murrow used the young medium of television to challenge McCarthy’s reign of terror\, first through the story of Milo Radulovich\, a young man expelled from the Air Force Reserve without due process\, and then in a direct confrontation that shook the nation. \nMurrow vs. McCarthy: The Night Television Grew Up\nThrough powerful storytelling and historical footage\, we will examine how Murrow and his See It Now team meticulously exposed McCarthy’s tactics\, culminating in the landmark broadcast that many historians consider the night television came of age. Murrow’s steady voice and measured condemnation provided a rallying cry for those who believed in reason\, truth\, and the power of free speech. His actions not only helped curb McCarthy’s influence but also \reshaped the role of television news forever. \nOn March 9\, 1954\, Murrow delivered one of the most courageous broadcasts in American history. In a measured but devastating critique aired on See It Now\, Murrow exposed McCarthy’s tactics\, hypocrisy\, and the cost of silence. It was a moment when television proved it could do more than entertain — it could defend democracy itself. The broadcast electrified the public\, hastening McCarthy’s downfall and forever changing the relationship between journalism and power. \nJoin us for a fascinating look at this pivotal moment in American history. We’ll uncover the behind-the-scenes decisions that led to Murrow’s bold stand\, the national reaction to the broadcasts\, and the lasting impact on journalism and politics. Through Murrow’s example\, we will see how integrity\, courage\, and the responsible use of media can alter the course of a nation. \nREGISTRATION INFORMATION \nCOST\nThe program is available for a minimum contribution of $5.00\, which helps support my work and allows me to continue offering engaging content. \nPAYMENT OPTIONS \nCash/Check\nPayable to: Barry Bradford\nMail to:\nBarry Bradford\nP.O. Box #177\nDeerfield\, IL 60015\nPlease write “Edward AM” in the subject line. \nPayPal\nPay securely via PayPal:\n\n(Please note: PayPal deducts 10% of your donation as a fee. I receive $4.50 per $5.00 donation.) \nVenmo\nSend to: @B-Bradford-1\nPlease include “Edward AM” in the note. \nZelle\nUse the email address: Barry1776@ATT.NET\nInclude “Edward AM” in the note. \nWAIVER OPTION\nIf you cannot afford to pay or feel my programs aren’t worth $5.00\, you are welcome to attend for free or contribute less. Just email me to request a waiver—no questions asked! This one-time request will cover all future programs. I completely understand the challenges of living on a tight budget and offer this with compassion. \nREGISTRATION LINK\nClick Here to Register
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/murrow-vs-mccarthy-the-night-television-grew-up-am/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:American History,Cultural History,Current Events,Political History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250428T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250428T113000
DTSTAMP:20260606T034200
CREATED:20250428T025038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T025038Z
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SUMMARY:James Madison And James Monroe: Influential Founding Fathers
DESCRIPTION:Their names are similar; their life spans are almost identical and each was considered one of the most influential of the founding fathers. Yet despite their very different personalities\, philosophies\, and  achievements\, most Americans today would have a hard time distinguishing one from another. This despite the fact that one of them is the primary author of the Constitution (James Madison) and the other is one of the greatest heroes of the Battle of Trenton. (James Monroe)  each served as president of the United States and their presidencies were very different as well. \nWe will look at the far ranging influence of these two great men.  As their lives intersected with people like George Washington\, Thomas Jefferson\, Benjamin Franklin\, and John Adams\, each was to become  revered for their patriotism\, courage\, wisdom\, and enormous contributions to the growth of the new nation. \nPLEASE NOTE: This presentation is offered through the Deerfield Men’s Club and registration is required\, 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/james-madison-and-james-monroe-influential-founding-fathers-4/
LOCATION:Private Venue
CATEGORIES:Political History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250414T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250414T100000
DTSTAMP:20260606T034200
CREATED:20241221T213402Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241221T221025Z
UID:13842-1744621200-1744624800@barrybradford.com
SUMMARY:Adlai Stevenson
DESCRIPTION:Adlai Stevenson II was one of the most remarkable political figures of the second half of the 20th century. Although his entire career as an elected public official consisted of one term as the governor of Illinois. He ran unsuccessfully for president twice\, losing by a landslide each attempt. Yet\, so deep was his popularity and widespread his influence that the Democrats considered nominating him a third time for the presidency. It is exceedingly rare for a man trounced in a presidential election to get a second shot at the office. It is even rare for someone to have lost twice and still be considered one of the greatest stars in the history of his political party. Such is the influence of Adlai Stevenson. \nThis fascinating multimedia presentation will look at Stevenson’s roots in downstate Illinois as the son and grandson of important citizens of the state. Click here to read about one of the most unique stories in his young life – the time that Adlai Stevenson actually took the life of a young girl with a rifle. \nWe will follow Adlai Stenson’s government service through World War II and look at the personal qualities that led the Democrats to make him their standard bearer twice. We will conclude with a look at his inspiring and effective leadership as the United States Ambassador to the United Nations during the Cuban Missile Crisis. \nAdlai Stenson’s life story is inspiring and motivating while still challenging and complex. His wit\, wisdom\, and worldview make for an intriguing presentation.
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/adlai-stevenson/
LOCATION:Private Venue
CATEGORIES:Political History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250326T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250326T143000
DTSTAMP:20260606T034200
CREATED:20250228T224132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250228T224132Z
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SUMMARY:The Swinging\, Controversial Life Of Frank Sinatra - Part One
DESCRIPTION:  \nFrank Sinatra was one of the most charismatic and controversial American entertainers of all time. \nHe was one of a kind!  \nClick here to read about his impressive record on Civil Rights. \nIn this brand-new multimedia presentation\, I will trace the biography of Sinatra’s improbable life. We will look at his odd childhood as a skinny Italian street kid in working-class Hoboken\, New Jersey. His father was a prizefighter turned saloon keeper; his mother was a hard-drinking suffragette and political power in Hoboken who also made a living by performing abortions. We will look at Sinatra’s bumpy road to stardom. His career had so many ups and downs! Frank Sinatra seemed unstoppable from singing with the Harry James and Tommy Dorsey big bands to being the idol of the Bobby Sox brigades in the early 1940s. But when he avoided serving in World War II and musical tastes began to shift\, his career went into a steep decline that was only rescued by the help of the Mafia and his fantastic performance in the movie “From Here To Eternity.” \n \nThe rest of the Frank Sinatra story is equally fascinating. Swingin’ Sinatra\, the Rat Pack\, JFK\, Marilyn Monroe\,  and an abiding dedication to Israel and civil rights are part of the story. So are Lucky Luciano\, Sam Giancana\, Skinny D’Amato\, Jilly Rizzo and the Mafia. (Click here to read about how Peter Lawford connected Sinatra to JFK!)In this one-of-a-kind presentation filled with video clips\, amazing anecdotes\, and insightful analysis\, we will look at all sides of the one and only Chairman of the Board\, Frank Sinatra. \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/the-swinging-controversial-life-of-frank-sinatra-part-one-3/
LOCATION:North Shore Senior Center\, 161 Northfield Road\, Northfield\, 60093
CATEGORIES:Cultural History,Political History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250319T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250319T150000
DTSTAMP:20260606T034200
CREATED:20241220T203110Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241220T203111Z
UID:13754-1742391000-1742396400@barrybradford.com
SUMMARY:1950 - Life In America 75 Years Ago
DESCRIPTION:Journey to 1950\, a defining year of post-war America\, when optimism soared and new challenges emerged. The Baby Boom was reshaping family life\, and suburban living became the American ideal. Television became the centerpiece of entertainment\, with early shows like I Love Lucy laying the groundwork for modern TV culture. Meanwhile\, the Cold War began to take hold\, with the Korean War marking the first major military conflict of the era. \n1950 wasn’t just about politics and economics—it was a year of rich cultural milestones. The movie Sunset Boulevard captivated audiences with its sharp critique of Hollywood’s Golden Age\, and Ella Fitzgerald’s smooth vocals dominated the airwaves. In sports\, the New York Yankees won another World Series\, while consumer goods like frozen dinners and color televisions symbolized the growing comfort of middle-class American homes. The Tonight Show\, Bill Murray\, and Morgan Fairchild were born in the same year that George Bernard Shaw and George Orwell died. \nThis program offers a vibrant look at a year of optimism and tension\, filled with fascinating stories\, visuals\, and multimedia elements. Whether you remember 1950 or are curious to learn about it\, this engaging presentation will transport you back to a time of hope\, change\, and cultural growth. Reserve your spot now to experience the year that set the stage for modern America! \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/1950-life-in-america-75-years-ago-3/
LOCATION:Private Venue
CATEGORIES:American History,Chicago History,Civil Rights,Cultural History,Economic History,Legal History,Military History,Political History
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