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Lots has changed in Mike Flynn's life since he moved to the Ozarks. Now chairman of John Brown University's Communications Department -- which encompasses broadcasting, journalism, and public relations studies -- he still finds time to spend 15-20 hours a week preparing "Folk Sampler" programs. For most of the years since the move, his wife, Sandy, who was a specialist in teaching children with learning disabilities, took a large role in program production, and helped answer the thousands of letters directed to the "Folk Sampler" each year. But in the summer of 1993, Sandy Flynn died. Not long before she died, Mike told her he wouldn't continue the radio program without her. |
"Why would you give up the music that is so important to you at a time
when you need it most?" she asked him.
And, partly because of her insight, and maybe because Mike Flynn understands how important his gentle voice, and his home-town music are to listeners, "The Folk Sampler from the foothills of the Ozarks," lives on. Listen for this program that carries the warmth, humor, and beauty of the Ozarks around the world. It's probably on your local public radio schedule, no matter where you live. |