AT THE ARCHIVES: A Life In Words and Wonders with Jeanie Thompson
Update: 2025-12-16
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We're back at the Alabama Department of Archives and History for an incredible episode with Jeanie Thompson—poet, visionary, and champion of Alabama's literary arts. From founding the Alabama Writers Forum and the Writers Hall of Fame to creating transformative programs like Writing Our Stories for justice-involved youth, Jeanie has spent decades shaping the cultural landscape of the South. In this episode, she shares her journey from MFA student to award-winning author, her passion for collaboration across art forms, and the story behind her latest creative venture: turning poetry into music. Discover how Jeanie's work continues to empower voices, preserve heritage, and prove that art can change lives.
Subscribe to Alabama Heritage at alabamaheritage.com *Larry Mitchell is a Grammy award-winning producer who works with Jeanie Thompson
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