A conversation with Al Howard
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07/12/21 • 65 min
During this episode we discuss Al's early childhood with his mother and how she supported him and continues to be a powerful example in his life. We also discuss his passion for music, writing, poetry, nature and travel. And how he came to know Butterfly from the hip-hop group Digable Planets is his brother.
During this episode we discuss Al's early childhood with his mother and how she supported him and continues to be a powerful example in his life. We also discuss his passion for music, writing, poetry, nature and travel. And how he came to know Butterfly from the hip-hop group Digable Planets is his brother.
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