William Faulkner: On Writing & Drinking in the South
One of Mississippi's most admired writers, William Faulkner, loved the written word and bourbon. A close look at most great 20th-century novelists and playwrights will reveal lives, for better or worse, well-lubricated with alcohol. Ernest Hemingway, F. Scott Fitzgerald, Truman Capote, Eugene O'Neill, Hunter S. Thompson, Tennessee Williams, Ian Fleming, Dorothy Parker, [...]
Natchez: 10 Things to Know About This Southern City
Natchez, Mississippi, is full of southern history. Before the War Between the States, it was a booming town along the Mississippi River. Kendra Ablaze with Mississippi Today shares some of the city's amazing facts on its 300th birthday. In honor of the city that boasts of being the birthplace of [...]
Introducing the I-65 to 30a Podcast
As a Southern Writer and podcast creator, producer, and host, I'm excited to introduce the I-65 to 30a podcast. If you're not sure what these numbers mean, let me explain. RELATED: Best 30a Restaurants In 2022 Over the past several decades, people have traveled on interstate 65 to the Florida [...]
A 2022 Valentine’s Day Plan Every Girl Will Love
Let's face it; most guys dread Valentine's Day. It's not that we don't want to make the day memorable or bestow gifts on that special girl. However, knowing what gifts to whoo her with can be overwhelming. Here is a 2022 Valentine's Day plan every girl will love. Most guys [...]
‘From Sky to Sea’ Jaimen Hudson Lives a Blessed Life
Jaimen Hudson grew up on the coastline of Esperance in Western Australia. Surrounded by water and gorgeous beaches, he spent carefree days playing sports, scuba diving, and hanging out with friends. Then his life took a drastic turn. Jaimen's new documentary, From Sky to Sea, explores Australia's beautiful beaches and [...]
Maria D’Souza Creates Beaded Skull Art
Maria D'Souza's unique designer beaded skull art is in high demand. Celebrities, art galleries, and animal enthusiasts worldwide desire her one-of-a-kind creations. https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/southernamericana/Maria_DSouza.mp3 I've known Maria since December of 2019 when we met at Moo Country in Leiper's Fork, TN. In fact, the day Maria and I met is the [...]
5 Etiquette Rules Every Man Should Follow
Manners; sometimes, it seems the basic rules of etiquette rules for men are often ignored. Below are five basic rules every man - especially a southern gentleman - should know and use—hats off to Southern Guide to Life for this list. In generations past, etiquette was a complex and intricate [...]
A Letter To My Daughter On Her 18th Birthday
A letter to my daughter on her 18th birthday My dear precious girl, I remember your birth as it happened only hours ago. How time flies. Today you become a legal adult. You can vote, sign contracts, establish credit, and buy a car. Yet to me, you'll always be the shy [...]
The Rebranding of Rachel Bradshaw
Rachel Bradshaw is no stranger to the spotlight, nor does she avoid it. The daughter of NFL Hall of Fame quarterback Terry Bradshaw grew up on the outskirts of Dallas, Texas, before embarking on a successful music career in Nashville. Today she stars in the hit reality TV series” The [...]
Songwriter Natalie Hemby Writes Outside the Lines
Songwriter Natalie Hemby ascends from what some in the music industry describe as “Nashville royalty.” No, she isn’t the daughter of a business tycoon or country megastar. Her dad, Tom Hemby, is a renowned musician who has recorded and toured alongside Amy Grant, Vince Gill, Michael McDonald, Kenny Loggins, Wynonna [...]