Six months into a new presidency, and mere weeks since nationwide Covid-19 lockdowns were lifted, 2021 is already one for the books. Talkers Magazine publisher Michael Harrison weighs in on the most newsworthy stories of the year – from Biden’s inauguration, to the Texas electrical grid disaster, to the complete transformation of a society that’s learning to live in a post-lockdown America. As we celebrate the birth of our nation, let’s take a moment to remember those cultural icons lost in 2021. From Hammerin’ Hank Aaron to legendary broadcaster Roger Mudd, to hip-hop icon DMX, to England’s beloved Prince Philip, we bid a fond farewell to those who have shaped America as we know it.