Insight Pt. 2:Jazz on the Ave. "Good Grief, Pass the Bread, Mom Is Dead"

On this edition of Insight, we celebrate the people, stories, and traditions that strengthen our communities through culture, music, and the power of storytelling. First, we welcome Ken Scott, President and CEO of Beech Companies, to discuss the 17th Annual Beech Jazz on the Ave Music Fest, one of Philadelphia's premier summer traditions. For 17 years, this free, family-friendly celebration has honored the rich jazz legacy of North Philadelphia's historic Cecil B. Moore Avenue—once known as the legendary "Golden Strip"—while bringing together live music, local businesses, community organizations, food vendors, and thousands of residents for a day of culture, connection, and neighborhood pride. Ken shares how Jazz on the Ave continues to preserve history, promote economic opportunity, and inspire future generations to invest in North Philadelphia.Then, acclaimed television writer and bestselling author Angela Nissel joins us to discuss her deeply moving new memoir, Good Grief, Pass the Bread, Mom Is Dead. Best known for her work on Scrubs, The Boondocks, and Mixed-ish, Angela opens up about caring for her mother through cancer, navigating grief, confronting depression and life's unexpected challenges, and discovering how humor can become a powerful tool for healing. It's an honest, heartfelt, and often hilarious conversation about family, forgiveness, resilience, and finding hope in the midst of loss.   Learn More 17th Annual Beech Jazz on the Ave Music FestWebsite: https://beechcompanies.comEvent Information: https://beechcompanies.com/beech-community-services/jazz-on-the-aveFacebook: Jazz on the AveInstagram: @jazzontheaveX: @jazzontheaveAngela NisselOfficial Website: http://www.angelanissel.comBook: Good Grief, Pass the Bread, Mom Is Dead