REACH Speakers Bureau

Ohio & Cleveland History

Doug Imhoff

DI-100

History of Cleveland Media: Newspapers, Radio, TV & Movies

Explore the rich history of Cleveland's media! This presentation covers newspapers, radio, television, and movies in the city. Learn about legendary radio personalities like Gary Dee, Larry Morrow, and John Lanigan, and iconic TV figures such as Captain Penny, Ghoulardi, Dorothy Fuldheim and Barnaby. We'll also highlight broadcast journalists like Doug Adair, Wilma Smith, and Joe Tait. Plus, discover movies that have been filmed right here in Cleveland!

Ohio & Cleveland History

Doug Imhoff

DI-101

History of the Cleveland Mafia

Dive into the fascinating history of the Cleveland Mafia from the early 1900s's until today. Learn about the "Sugar Cane" wars during Prohibition, rivalries between gangs over control of drugs, prostitution, and unions, and why Cleveland earned the nickname "Bomb City" in the mid-1970s. The presentation also includes a detailed biography of Danny Greene and explains why Cleveland was considered one of the top five organized crime cities in the U.S.

Ohio & Cleveland History

Doug Imhoff

DI-102

Henry Ford

Explore the life of inventor, industrialist, and automotive pioneer Henry Ford. This presentation covers his childhood, education, groundbreaking inventions, business innovations, and franchising success. Learn about his relationships with workers, his personal life, especially his relationship with his only son and the controversial views that shaped his legacy.

Ohio & Cleveland History

Doug Imhoff

DI-103

John D. Rockefeller

Discover the life of one of the wealthiest men in history, oil magnate and business innovator John D. Rockefeller. This session explores his childhood, education, innovative business practices, personal life, and significant philanthropic contributions to hospitals, colleges, and other community institutions. We�ll also touch on some of his controversial practices in business.

Ohio & Cleveland History

Doug Imhoff

DI-104

Franklin Roosevelt

Learn about one of America's most influential presidents, Franklin D. Roosevelt. This presentation examines his upbringing, education, and political career, including the New Deal legislation of the 1930s and leadership during WWII. We'll also cover his personal life, including his relationship with Eleanor Roosevelt and some lesser-known aspects of his private affairs.

Ohio & Cleveland History

Doug Imhoff

DI-105

General History of Cleveland

We will discuss the General History of Cleveland since the Civil War, including: immigration, labor, business, politics, sports, entertainment (such as Radio and TV) the many landmarks of the city and much more! The purpose of the program is to provide some knowledge about Cleveland and its history and bring back memories for the people who have made Cleveland their home for many years.

Royals & Famous People

Julie Koenig

JK-100

Diana, The People's Princess

Learn about her childhood and teenage years, engagement and marriage. "One minute I was a nobody, the next minute I was Princess of Wales." Mother to Prince William, future King and Prince Harry. Her charity work after her subsequent divorce from Prince Charles. The Revenge Dress!

Royals & Famous People

Julie Koenig

JK-101

British Royal Weddings - Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II, and her Family

Discover all the pomp and ceremony. All the details about the royal weddings of: Princess Elizabeth (Queen Elizabeth II) and Prince Philip of Greece & Denmark, her children, Princess Anne, Prince Charles, Prince Andrew and Prince Edward, and her sister Princess Margaret. Learn all about the traditions, the dress, music, church, wedding breakfast, cake and guests. Did the late Queen really dance the YMCA?

Royals & Famous People

Julie Koenig

JK-102

A Tribute to Queen Elizabeth II

A typical day, stately sleepovers, friends and inner circle. Horse racing and corgis. Crown jewels, dignitaries and world leaders. What happens at a jubilee? Queen Elizabeth had a Silver, Gold, Diamond, and Platinum Jubilee.

Royals & Famous People

Julie Koenig

JK-103

British Royal Scandals - Part 1 - Scandals that Rocked The Monarchy

Secrets, betrayal, and a king who gave up the throne - this lively session dives into the early scandals that stunned Britain and still fascinate today.

Royals & Famous People

Julie Koenig

JK-104

British Royal Scandals - Part II - A Country In Crisis

Divorce, fire, and tragedy - experience the royal family's most turbulent years, from the Queen's "annus horribilis" to the unforgettable response to Princess Diana's death.

Royals & Famous People

Julie Koenig

JK-105

British Royal Scandals - Part III - Affairs, Intrigue and Betrayal

Rumors, mistresses, and insider secrets - explore the personal lives behind the palace doors, including Camilla's rise and Diana's trusted butler's shocking story.

Royals & Famous People

Julie Koenig

JK-107

Coronation of King Charles III

A coronation for our times...The Royal Procession...The Ceremony...The Regalia and all the historic traditions...The four-day celebrations.

Royals & Famous People

Julie Koenig

JK-108

The Royal Jewelry

What the royal ladies like to wear from the royal collection...State Regalia...Tiaras, necklaces, bracelets, brooches, earrings - over 100 pieces to discuss.

Royals & Famous People

Julie Koenig

JK-109

British Royal Weddings

All the pomp and pageantry, details about the dresses, the jewelry, and tiaras, the music and cake, the wedding breakfast.

Royals & Famous People

Julie Koenig

JK-110

The Future of the Monarchy

William & Kate: Royal role models, Childhood and teenage years, Commoner vs. Royal�Living quarters, Children & Charities

Royals & Famous People

Julie Koenig

JK-111

The Royal Wardrobe

Queen Elizabeth II, Princess Diana and Princess Catherine, Spanning the decades, On duty/off duty, The royal glove, shoe, and hat makers, Favorite designers

Royals & Famous People

Julie Koenig

JK-112

Royal Palaces and Gardens - Part I

Let us take a tour of the most famous British royal palaces and gardens of Buckingham Palace; learn all about the state banquets and the largest garden in central London. We will also look at the less famous, including King Charles' weekend residence, Highgrove House, with one of the most beautiful gardens in the UK and Glamis Castle, Scotland, home to the late Queen "Mum" Elizabeth. We will tour the palaces and gardens and highlight what makes them so splendid.

Royals & Famous People

Julie Koenig

JK-114

The Mitford Sisters

6 aristocratic sisters, the original Downton Abbey aristocrats labeled the "Bright Young Things", novelist, farmer, fascists, communist and Duchess - a Mitford for everyone.

Royals & Famous People

Julie Koenig

JK-115

American Royalty - Grace & Jackie

Early life, school, family, working Princess and First Lady, Meeting their famous husbands, Marriage, children, tragedy, legacy