Casual Cal, Larry Dodson Of The Bar-Kays

On Monday, November 3, 2025 the National Black Radio Hall of Fame Atlanta Chapter Vice President Calvin “Casual Cal” Dupree; along with WERD Program Director Tonya Byrd and members  met the one and only Mr. Larry Dodson of the BarKays from Memphis, Tennessee.

Casual Cal presented Mr. Dodson with a Membership Shirt from the Chapter, and an  Atlanta Chapter Honors Certificate for his work with Downs Syndrome; additionally, he finally got a chance to meet with the organization to receive in person his 2024 PVSA letter from President Joe Biden which also included a beautiful PVSA Pendant.  Many of his fans came to meet someone who had been a great source of entertainment in their lives and felt honored to witness his awarding.