Beyond Blue and White: Hidden Histories, Women, and the Stories Objects Carry with Genevieve Wheeler Brown

What can a centuries-old blue and white ceramic teach us about history, identity, craftsmanship, and the human need for connection? 🎙️On this episode of Strategies for Living, David and Lauren McMillian welcome decorative arts advisor, Antiques Roadshow appraiser, and author Genevieve Wheeler Brown to discuss her fascinating new book, Beyond Blue and White: The Hidden History of Delftware and the Women Behind the Iconic Ceramic.Together, they explore the surprising stories hidden behind Delftware pottery, the overlooked women who shaped its history, the emotional resonance objects can carry across generations, and how art, craftsmanship, and storytelling connect us to one another through time. From global trade and cultural exchange to memory, meaning, and human creativity, this conversation reveals how ordinary objects can hold extraordinary stories.If you love history, antiques, art, women’s history, emotional storytelling, or discovering the deeper meaning behind everyday things, this episode offers a thoughtful and inspiring conversation you won’t want to miss.Original Airdate: 5/28/2026