“Mississippi Hippie: A Life in 49 Pieces,” a Memoir by Willy Bearden

By Darel Snodgrass

Published August 30, 2024 at 4:57 AM CDT

Willy Bearden is well-known in Memphis and the Mid-South for his films, books, music, event production, and documentaries, including the very popular "Memphis Memoirs" series on WKNO TV. He's just published his own memoir, "Mississippi Hippie: A Life in 49 Pieces."

Darel Snodgrass talks with Willy about his years growing up in Rolling Fork, Mississippi, in the turbulent 1960s, his life in and out of Memphis, and the paths and choices that led him here.

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Darel Snodgrass

From signing on to announce Morning Edition in 1987 to becoming Director of Radio in 2020, Darel Snodgrass' career at WKNO has grown alongside the station’s role as a trusted source for NPR news and Mid-South arts coverage. Today, he continues to guide WKNO Radio while expanding its reach through new forms of media.

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