Sunday Edition Presents: A Conversation with Suzanne Brockmann – The Legacy of Jules and Robin

Originally recorded Thursday night at 8 PM Eastern, this extraordinary conversation with bestselling author Suzanne Brockmann dives deep into LGBTQIA representation in mainstream romance and the broader world of inclusive literature. Suzanne was open, honest, vulnerable, and fun—offering insight, laughter, and reflection in equal measure. This marks the first in a special series of conversations celebrating authors who have forever changed the landscape of romantic fiction. Part Two of this series will arrive in November.

At the heart of this discussion lies one of the most groundbreaking and emotionally resonant storylines in modern romance: the love story of Jules Cassidy and Robin Chadwick.  

For readers of Brockmann’s beloved Troubleshooters series, Jules first appears as a sharp, compassionate, openly gay FBI agent whose courage and integrity shine from the start. Across several books, his path intertwines with Robin, a talented actor battling denial, family pressure, and the difficult journey toward self-acceptance. What begins as tension and hesitation evolves into one of the most beautifully written love stories in the genre.  

Suzanne crafted their story with patience and authenticity, giving both men the space to face the realities of coming out, finding love under public scrutiny, and building a relationship that could survive fear, fame, and the chaos of real life. Their journey reaches its emotional pinnacle in “All Through the Night,” the first mainstream romance novel to feature an LGBTQIA couple as its leading protagonists. More than a Christmas story, it was a cultural turning point—a book that changed the game for representation in both romance and mainstream publishing.  

Suzanne speaks candidly about her early attempts at bringing queer and diverse characters into her stories, and the fierce denials she received from publishers who feared the market wasn’t “ready.” Through persistence, courage, and an unwavering belief in authentic storytelling, she broke through those barriers. Her personal advocacy—deeply influenced by her son, actor and activist Jason T. Gaffney—fueled her commitment to visibility and equality long before the industry caught up.  

When “All Through the Night” was released, Suzanne donated every cent of its profits to MassEquality, supporting the fight for marriage equality in Massachusetts. That act of advocacy mirrored the novel’s message itself: that love is love, representation matters, and change begins when someone refuses to back down.  

Throughout this episode, we trace Jules and Robin’s emotional arc—from the early sparks of “Hot Target,” through the deepening connection in “Force of Nature,” to their wedding and resolution in “All Through the Night.” Their story mirrors the larger cultural shift Suzanne helped create: a journey from secrecy to openness, from denial to joy, and from invisibility to celebration.  

For those of us who believe in the power of stories to move hearts and open minds, Jules and Robin’s love remains one of the most authentic depictions in contemporary fiction. It’s tender, flawed, funny, and deeply human.  

We were proud to feature this trailblazing author, “Mamma Bear,” and advocate for equality in every sense of the word. Join us for a conversation that honors courage, creativity, and the enduring truth that love always finds its way.  

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Introducing...Sunday Edition Tech Spotlight with Roberto and Anthony

You’ve heard him on Sunday Edition and you’ve probably seen him across message boards and community chats wherever there is talk about technology. Roberto joins Anthony in helming this brand-new monthly series from the Sunday Edition family of podcasts and digital media content services. This inaugural episode launches the new show, Sunday Edition Tech Spotlight with Roberto and Anthony, which will be coming to you once a month through the Sunday Edition with Anthony Corona podcast feed, available wherever you listen to your podcasts.

In Sunday Edition Tech Spotlight with Roberto and Anthony, the duo dives deep into the ever-evolving world of technology, services, and accessibility. Together they explore software, new gadgets, and the shortcuts and hacks that make everyday life a little easier for everyone in our community.

In this inaugural episode, Roberto reveals a game-changing transcription shortcut that he created especially for this first edition of Sunday Edition Tech Spotlight. It captures and transcribes any audio directly on device, keeping everything private and secure. No cloud needed; it all happens on your iPhone or iPad. Look for that demo in the third portion of today’s episode.

Anthony and Roberto are joined by Sunday Edition family members Gabriel and Danays as they discuss the newest generation of Apple phones, including the highly anticipated iPhone Air, and share their first impressions of iOS 26. Expect insights, laughter, and plenty of excitement about features that are already transforming their day-to-day experience.

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The AI Audio Summarizer Shortcut for iPhone and Mac Here is a powerful shortcut that works across your Apple devices to take any audio file and use Apple Intelligence to create a clear and comprehensive summary. It’s perfect for processing voice memos, lecture recordings, or meeting audio right on your iPhone, iPad, or Mac without needing any third-party services. What the Shortcut Does When you give this shortcut an audio file, it performs the following steps automatically:

1. It first transcribes the entire audio file into text.
2. It then uses Apple Intelligence to analyze the transcript and generate a well-structured summary, using headings and bullet points to make the information easy to digest.
3. It saves this summary as a new, richly formatted note in your Apple Notes app.
4. Once finished, it verbally announces, “Summary ready,” so you know the process is complete.

How to Install the Shortcut

1. Follow the iCloud link to install the shortcut: https://www.icloud.com/shortcuts/f0ff07a2e53f4cbd916161bfbfa6a5e3](https://www.icloud.com/shortcuts/f0ff07a2e53f4cbd916161bfbfa6a5e3)
2. The Shortcuts app will open and display the shortcut’s details.
3. Navigate to and activate the “Add Shortcut” button to add it to your library.

How to Use the Shortcut There are three primary ways to use this shortcut:

• Method 1: Using the Share Sheet

This is the easiest method and works well in apps like Voice Memos or Files. Navigate to the recording you want to summarize, activate the “Share” button, and then select “Summarize Audio” from the list of share options.

• Method 2: Using Quick Actions (macOS) 1. In Finder on your Mac, select the audio file you want to process. 2. With VoiceOver, open the context menu by pressingVO+Shift+M. 3. Navigate down to the “Quick Actions” submenu, and then find and activate “Summarize Audio”.
• Method 3: Running it Directly 1. Open the Shortcuts app on any of your devices. 2. Find “Summarize Audio” in your list of shortcuts and activate it. 3. A dialog will appear asking you to select an audio file. Choose your file and activate the “Open” button.

Important Requirements

• This shortcut requires a device running iOS 26 or macOS Tahoe (or later).
• The first time you run the shortcut, your device may ask for permission to allow Shortcuts to interact with the Notes app. You must approve this request for it to work correctly.

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this episode is a audio recording of a recent Think Piece in the voice o skilled Proffessional Guide Dog; It speaks to the world of interdependance through the lens of a loyal but deep thinking BOATY!!

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Sunday Edition with Anthony Corona  

This week on Sunday Edition we bring you a show filled withinspiration, culture, and celebration.  

In our first hour, Anthony sits down with Ben Akuoko, a dynamic thought leader, advocate, and founder of Brightside Scope, a Canadian-based platform advancing awareness, representation, and empowerment within disability and cultural communities. A proud Black man of Ghanaian descent living with Retinitis Pigmentosa, Ben uses his lived experience to explore the intersection of race, culture, and disability with honesty, passion, and purpose.  

Ben holds a Master of Social Work and has led countless workshops and consulting projects centered on diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility. Through public speaking, training for production agencies, and leadership in national coalitions, he has become a powerful voice for Black individuals with disabilities across Canada and beyond. Ben is also a podcast host, digital creator, and storyteller whose mission is to ensure that every voice is seen, heard, and valued. This conversation will explore what true inclusion looks like in media, community, and culture today.  

In our second hour, Gabriel Lopez Kafati and Danays Bautista join us in the Sunday Edition studio to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month. Together, they will share some of their favorite Hispanic anthems, memories, and stories of culture, resilience, and joy. They may even treat us to a recipe or two.  

Danays, as many of you know, was also our recent guest on An Intimate Evening with Danays Bautista. Be sure to check out that beautiful and emotional journey through her music and life on the Sunday Edition with Anthony Corona podcast feed.  

Join us this Sunday at 1 PM Eastern live on 2020 The Beacon. You can stream from anywhere by visiting 2020TheBeacon.com or the listen page at 2020TheBeacon.com/listen. You can also ask your Alexa device to enable 2020 The Beacon or listen on GetMeRadio and Live365.  

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An Intimate Evening with Danays Bautista

A mix of Latin jazz, Cuban, traditional, and English lyrical jazz, Danays Bautista walks us through her musical journey and the high and low points of her life, both in music and as a blind artist. She shares her determination, raw strength, and vulnerability as she recounts the accident that took one of her arms and her ability to continue playing the guitar.

She is a twice nominated Grammy award winning band leader, singer, arranger, producer, and so much more. This journey was absolutely magical and special, and it arrives at the perfect time as we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month.

So sit back with something to sip on and immerse yourself in the gorgeous musical world of An Intimate Evening with Danays Bautista.Episode Notes

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Show Notes: Declaration of Interdependence

In this powerful reflection, Anthony Corona gives voice to Boaty, his trusted guide dog and steadfast companion of nearly nine years. Written in the cadence of the Declaration of Independence, this piece reimagines the pursuit of freedom through Boaty’s wise and gentle eyes, transforming it into a call for empathy, inclusion, and collective strength.

The Declaration of Interdependence invites listeners to consider freedom not as the absence of need but as the presence of connection. It challenges us to see accessibility, compassion, and shared humanity as the true measures of democracy.  

Tune in for this heartfelt piece that reminds us that independence is only meaningful when it is shared.

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Sunday Edition presents: How now shall we live

Next up in our series of faith in modern times and in our lives conversations, Lorna, Mark, DJ, and Gabriel are back at the table. And the guest we are all eagerly waiting to share some time in conversation with is… Drumroll please… You

Join us this Sunday at 1 PM Eastern on 2020 The Beacon as we explore taking the tenets and the lessons of our faith, all faith, for we are not extolling one faith above any others. It is more about the connection to something higher, to something bigger, to each other, and most importantly to ourselves.

How do we take the things we believe in and turn them into actionable items. How do we filter the never ending news cycle, the commentary, the ugliness in debate and action using the things our faith teaches us. And how do we begin to bridge the divide between ideologies, faith, and lived experience.

For show executive producer and host Anthony it is all about love and humanity. We are all humans and we are all in a cycle of love, and if we remember that and draw down to that, it is easier to separate the noise from the music.

And we want to hear from you. How do you carry your faith through the dark times. How do you turn the lessons of faith into life actions.

Listen live at www.2020thebeacon.com or go directly to www.2020thebeacon.com/listen. You can ask your Alexa device to enable 2020 The Beacon, or find us on GetMeRadio and Live365.

Be sure to join Above the Fold: the Sunday Edition News Group on Facebook, check out my Substack for reflections and think pieces, and stay tuned as the Sunday Edition family of podcasts and digital media content services unveils our brand new website in just a few days.

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Show Notes:  

In this five minute episode, Anthony Corona introduces the Sunday Edition family of podcasts and digital media services. More than just shows, Sunday Edition is a growing platform that blends conversation, creativity, and community.  

We amplify creators, highlight voices, and welcome new partners, interns, and storytellers who want to share their journeys. Join us and discover how you can be part of the Sunday Edition family.  

Sunday Edition speaks for all marginalized voices, with special emphasis on Anthony’s intersectional communities: blind, low vision, and LGBTQIA+, amplifying creators, stories, and ideas that deserve to be heard.Episode Notes

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Sunday Edition Show Notes Title: Literacy in the Blind and Low Vision Community Original Air Date: September 21, 2025  

This week’s Sunday Edition launched the first in a series of conversations on literacy in the blind and low vision community. With a mix of experts, real time Braille users, and diverse voices representing non Braille reading literacy, this discussion opened the door to deeper understanding of what literacy means for all of us.  

Panelists explored a wide range of topics including Braille literacy, print disability, electronic literacy, and how artificial intelligence can support access. The dialogue highlighted the importance of respecting and validating all forms of reading, writing, and communication. For some, Braille remains central. For others, like myself, secondary conditions or sensitivity loss make Braille difficult or impossible. In those cases, alternative methods become vital.  

Together we looked at how to bridge the divide and how we can stand united in advocacy for literacy in all of its forms. This was an engaging and thought provoking conversation, setting the stage for more episodes to come in this series.  

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Show Notes: Intimate Evening with Anthony Corona, 50th Birthday Celebration

Sunday Edition proudly presents a very special edition of our "Intimate Evening" series, celebrating Anthony Corona’s 50th birthday. 

In this heartfelt and joyful conversation, Anthony steps into the spotlight as the featured guest. With Tim Cumings and Michael Byington guiding the evening, listeners are invited to journey through Anthony’s life, music, and memories. Expect stories that will make you laugh, moments that will move you, and a soundtrack filled with songs that shaped his path.  

This birthday edition captures the spirit of celebration, friendship, and reflection. Anthony shares his creative journey, the milestones that brought him here, and the love and community that make this milestone so meaningful. And because it is Anthony, you can count on a few surprises along the way.  

Anthony’s Big Surprise Crossing off a bucket list item, Anthony took a live musical moment from the history of one of his favorite divas, Barbra Streisand, and re-created it for the karaoke stage. This is a cannot miss medley of Barbra magic, an exuberant homage that blends theatrical storytelling with powerhouse vocals, bringing a legendary performance to life for one unforgettable night.  

Tributes Through Music and Story Throughout the evening, Anthony pays loving tribute, through songs and personal stories, to the people who shaped him, the great loves of his life, the dogs who are family, and the communities that have lifted and sustained him. These musical moments and reflections honor the bonds that define his journey and the collective spirit that fuels his advocacy and art.  

Stay Connected Join the conversation and community: follow Above the Fold and the Sunday Edition News group on Facebook, and subscribe to Anthony’s Substack for essays, updates, and show announcements. For questions, comments, or suggestions, please email [email protected].  

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