Every Black family knows there is that one matriarch that holds it all down. To most, her name is Cordelia Hill, but to our family, she is known as Queen Mother and more affectionately to her granddaughter, Mimi Jacks, as Dee Dee.  Queen Mother is 92 years old and has had eight children, lived through one of the most devastating tornadoes in U.S. history, received a college degree at 61 and is two ancestors away from relatives that were slaves. 

In this podcast, we hear Queen Mother share her experiences in her own voice, as well as history from the times.  We also hear her children share what it was like to grow up with her as their mother. If you ever had a connection to that one special person in your life and wondered about their story, this podcast is for you.

Get ready to adopt Mrs. Hill as YOUR Queen Mother! This is The Legacy of Dee Dee.

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This podcast is hosted by Mimi Jacks. Mimi's all about fueling the fire of women's empowerment, creating spaces where they can flourish in safe and positive environments and freely express their true selves. Learn more about MProper Mimi here!

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Ms. Cordelia Hill, also known as Queen Mother and whom I affectionately call Dee Dee has lived a LIFE! In this episode, we dive into Queen Mother's experience as a child living through The Great Depression, the simpler times of Christmas and her experiencing one of the most disastrous tornadoes in Ohio history.

Join me and Dee Dee as we discuss:

• Christian Endeavors

• Christmas nuts

• Homemade gifts

• Ration stamps

• Xenia Tornado

• Wilberforce Commencement

Information provided in this episode was found in the following articles and websites:

Xenia Daily Gazette

Great Depression History

Fighting for a Double Victory

Xenia tornado timeline: How the deadly 1974 twister tore through the city

The Xenia, OH F5 Tornado - April 3, 1974

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This podcast is hosted by Mimi Jacks. Mimi's all about fueling the fire of women's empowerment, creating spaces where they can flourish in safe and positive environments and freely express their true selves. Learn more about MProper Mimi here!

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If you would love to connect with Mimi, join her in these following spaces:

Instagram

Facebook

Twitter

YouTube

TikTok

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Have you been inspired by this episode? Mimi invites you buy her a coffee at: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/mpropermimi. Also, leave an honest review of how this episode made you feel and share this podcast with a friend. Every woman needs to know their story is powerful.

I, Mimi Jacks, was the executive producer and creative director. Crackers In Soup, LLC was my lead writer, producer, audio editor and design director for this series.

In this episode, we introduce you to seven of Queen Mother's eight children. They each share a perspective on what it was like to be raised by Queen Mother or perhaps their favorite character trait that they inhabited from her. Through it all, you hear the love and respect they have for our beloved Queen Mother Dee Dee.

Join us as we discuss:

• Family dynamics

• Effects of The Great Depression

• Economics

• Expectations

• College Graduates

Information provided in this episode was found in the following articles and websites:

Siblings Who Grow Up Together Can Have Vastly Different Childhoods. Here's Why

What Were the Effects on the Children of the Great Depression?

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This podcast is hosted by Mimi Jacks. Mimi's all about fueling the fire of women's empowerment, creating spaces where they can flourish in safe and positive environments and freely express their true selves. Learn more about MProper Mimi here!

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If you would love to connect with Mimi, join her in these following spaces:

Instagram

Facebook

Twitter

YouTube

TikTok

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Have you been inspired by this episode? Mimi invites you buy her a coffee at: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/mpropermimi. Also, leave an honest review of how this episode made you feel and share this podcast with a friend. Every woman needs to know their story is powerful.

I, Mimi Jacks, was the executive producer and creative director. Crackers In Soup, LLC was my lead writer, producer, audio editor and design director for this series.

When we are young, we do not realize our parents are actually people with their own lives and their own feelings. As we complete this series of The Legacy of Dee Dee, it was an honor to hear stories from my mother, aunts and uncles about Queen Mother Dee Dee.

Join us as we discuss:

• Diaspora

• Our Ancestors

• Manners Matter

• Gratitude

• Faith

• Listening

• Family Stories

Information provided in this episode was found in the following articles and websites:

11 science-backed ways your parents' behaviors shaped who you are today

How Parents’ Personalities Shape Children’s Lives

117 Interview Questions to Ask Your Family

Anne Braden Program Readings and Homework

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This podcast is hosted by Mimi Jacks. Mimi's all about fueling the fire of women's empowerment, creating spaces where they can flourish in safe and positive environments and freely express their true selves. Learn more about MProper Mimi here!

If you would love to connect with Mimi, join her in these following spaces:

Instagram

Facebook

Twitter

YouTube

TikTok

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Have you been inspired by this episode? Mimi invites you buy her a coffee at: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/mpropermimi. Also, leave an honest review of how this episode made you feel and share this podcast with a friend. Every woman needs to know their story is powerful.

I, Mimi Jacks, was the executive producer and creative director. Crackers In Soup, LLC was my lead writer, producer, audio editor and design director for this series.