14 www.CharlestonWomenPodcast.com | www.ReadCW.com | www.Instagram.com/CharlestonWomen been featured in The Smithsonian Museum in Washington, D.C. Producer Alicia Albee commented, “We were fortunate to film many inspiring women in Charleston who share their craft and local traditions in the show — as well as their passion for preservation and conservation. Each of these women are leaders in protecting the culture, history, natural resources and beauty of the area.” Every character serves the show in a different way, but each of them help bring the culture of Charleston — from yesterday and today — to the forefront of the program, while functioning as guides for the hosts. Ganaway, known lovingly as Chef Amethyst locally, said, “On the show, I acted as part chef, part friend, part local guide to Sophia and Doc, alongside Tia Clark and Mary Edna Fraser. We got to cook and eat crabs, oysters, local shrimp and vegetables and talk about the cultures and communities that make the Lowcountry special.” The show first aired in March but has more to come on both PBS and other platforms this spring. Search “America: The Land We Live In” for more information on broadcast times. And when you see one of these amazing cast members on the street, give them a pat on the back for a job well done — them and the amazing duo of women who made all this possible from the tiniest seed. Feature Sweetgrass basket maker Lynette Youson with Michelen. Michelen and Varn crabbing with Tia Clark.
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