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Books by the River

Kardea Brown

Explore the inspiration and passion that it takes to create a Southern story. Host Holly Jackson engages with Southern Authors through in-depth interview as they tell humorous and heartwarming stories, share their love of reading, and offer advice for aspiring writers. This season, take a deeper look into what it takes to write Southern stories.

Kardea Brown

Season 2 Episode 202 | 25m 56s | CC

Holly Jackson sits with Food Network star Kardea Brown to discuss her cookbook Make Do With What You Have. This cookbook, rooted in Gullah Geechee heritage, highlights the creativity, resilience and cultural traditions behind Southern cooking. From resourceful cooking techniques to the cultural impact of staple ingredients, Brown looks at how this cookbook blends history, comfort and innovation.

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