EPISODE · May 9, 2026 · 24 MIN
Dimples That Changed History: Ted Turner & Xernona Clayton
from The Dimple Report · host Graceful Grady
Welcome to another unforgettable episode of The Dimple Report! This week, Graceful Grady shines the spotlight on legendary dimpled icons who helped shape media, culture, sports, and history. From the groundbreaking legacy of Ted Turner to the trailblazing impact of Xernona Clayton, this episode celebrates how personality, vision, and yes…dimples…can leave a lasting mark on the world. Plus, enjoy Dimples in the Headlines, fun stories from Dimples Nation, and the positive energy that makes The Dimple Report unlike any other podcast. Key Topics- Ted Turner's influence on media and sports- Zanona Clayton's civil rights legacy and media impact- The cultural significance of dimples in history- Innovations by young inventors with dimples- Celebrity stories highlighting dimples' role in identity Takeaways- Ted Turner launched CNN, the first 24-hour news network, revolutionizing television.- Zanona Clayton was the first Black woman in the South to host a primetime talk show.- Dimples symbolize leadership, innovation, and cultural impact across history.- Celebrating figures with dimples helps highlight diversity and influence in society.- Stories of influential people with dimples inspire pride and community.Chapters00:00 Welcome to the Dimple Report01:39 Dimples in the Headlines04:30 Spotlight on Ted Turner15:57 Dimple Drop: Zanona Clayton20:14 Film and TV Dimplified21:57 Fantasy Dimpled Draftee Sound Bites"The first 24-hour news network.""Jane Fonda was Ted Turner's wife.""Connected to the Atlanta Braves."Send us Fan MailSupport the showThanks for listening to The Dimple Report! Subscribe now on your favorite podcast app so you never miss an episode. Follow us @thedimplereport and visit www.nationaldimplesday.com and www.thedimplestore.com to learn more and shop official merch.
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Welcome to another unforgettable episode of The Dimple Report! This week, Graceful Grady shines the spotlight on legendary dimpled icons who helped shape media, culture, sports, and history. From the groundbreaking legacy of Ted Turner to the trailblazing impact of Xernona Clayton, this episode celebrates how personality, vision, and yes…dimples…can leave a lasting mark on the world. Plus, enjoy Dimples in the Headlines, fun stories from Dimples Nation, and the positive energy that makes The ...
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