LINDY BOGGS
EPISODES OF AMERICAN ROUTES WITH LINDY BOGGS
FROM THE SHOW: MOTHER'S DAY
Lindy Boggs is a direct descendent of the original American governor of Louisiana. She married Congressman Hale Boggs and, after his death 1972, she served as congresswoman until 1990, when she became the US ambassador to the Vatican. Boggs shares her thoughts on politics, music, and motherhood.
FROM THE SHOW: MOTHER'S DAY
From the show "Mother's Day" originally aired on May 8th, 2002
MOTHER'S DAY
A tribute to mom in music, with spoken sentiments on motherhood from our guests. Alt. rock mama Kristin Hersh talks about caring for her two kids on the road. Lindy Boggs - former congresswoman, New Orleans native, and mother to journalist Cokie Roberts - offers some unique family memories and songs. Zydeco matriarch Queen Ida tell us how she raised a child who would one day play in her band. Also, music from Queen Mothers in jazz, blues and soul, including Ella Fitzgerald, Etta James and Aretha.
MOTHER'S DAY
A tribute to mom in music, with spoken sentiments on motherhood from our guests. Alt. rock mama Kristin Hersh talks about caring for her two kids on the road. Lindy Boggs - former congresswoman, New Orleans native, and mother to journalist Cokie Roberts - offers some unique family memories and songs. Zydeco matriarch Queen Ida tell us how she raised a child who would one day play in her band. Also, music from Queen Mothers in jazz, blues and soul, including Ella Fitzgerald, Etta James and Aretha.
MOTHER'S DAY
A tribute to mom in music, with spoken sentiments on motherhood from our guests. Alt. rock mama Kristin Hersh talks about caring for her two kids on the road. Lindy Boggs, former congresswoman, New Orleans native, and mother to journalist Cokie Roberts - offers some unique family memories and songs. Zydeco matriarch Queen Ida tell us how she raised a child who would one day play in her band. Also, music from Queen Mothers in jazz, blues and soul, including Ella Fitzgerald, Etta James and Aretha.