Charlie Beale

90. Charlie Beale, artistic director of the NYC Gay Men’s Chorus

Charlie Beale is the Artistic Director of New York City Gay Men’s Chorus.  Under his energized leadership, the chorus has almost 300 singers, performs with a passionate sound, and has an interactive style with audiences.  Charlie gives frequent clinics and workshops internationally, focusing on the transforming power of music. Today, we chat about his work with the NYC GMC and the unique connection for the LGBT community he creates through music and song.

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42. Timothy Johnson on the Vietnam War

In honor of Veterans Day, I sit down to talk to Private First-Class Timothy Johnson, a military cook and paratrooper who served in the Vietnam War. I recently returned from Normandy, where I visited the D-Day beaches and landing sight of paratroopers in WWII like, Major Dick Winters from Band of Brothers.  The visit to the Normandy American cemetery left me awestruck.  As I walked the grounds of the park, I truly felt proud to be an American.  I have the deepest respect for those that selflessly serve this country in the military.  It is a sacrifice, that I do not believe I am strong enough to make, and I am grateful for their service.  I admittedly have not been as active in outreach for Veterans as I should be, and after speaking with Tim, realize this is another social issue that needs attention.

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