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Fresh finds for your spring reading

Jamiya Wilson
Author Brianna Holt

On today's In the Moment...

SDPB's C.J. Keene spoke with local organizations to learn how the winter storms disrupted their businesses. He uncovered economic impacts that will last long after the spring thaw.

Jill Kruse, D.O., from On Call with the Prairie Doc offers an important medical reminder. The eyes are windows to the soul—and to your overall health. Remember to keep your regular eye doctor appointments.

Lori Walsh talked with two authors about their new memoirs. Culture journalist Brianna Holt's debut "In Our Shoes: On Being a Young Black Woman in Not-So 'Post-Racial' America" is out now.

She joined In the Moment to discuss the essays, memories and reflections in her book.

Veteran NPR journalist Mary Louise Kelly also recently published a memoir. In "It. Goes. So. Fast.: The Year of No Do-Overs," Kelly offers an honest exploration of how the dual identities of mom and working woman conflict.

Plus, local jazz musician Alex Massa will perform an original composition on April 14 at the Dahl Arts Center. First, he joins In the Moment to discuss the inspirations behind the piece.

Lori Walsh is the host and senior producer of In the Moment.
Ellen Koester is a producer of In the Moment, SDPB's daily news and culture broadcast.