Second Cup of Joe...and John

A self-proclaimed “vocal enhancer” Lisa wasn't cynical enough to launch a career in journalism, her major at WesternKentucky University (She was on the 5-year plan). The Elizabethton, Kentucky native landed in Nashville with severalsinging opportunities including the heavy metal band Warning, only to depart in a dramatic business divorce. She is nowthe long time co-owner of Suzie's Café while her husband runs a non-profit helping people find furniture to restart theirlives. One music critic described her as a “Southern lady who sings with passion, conviction and severe skill.”AMONG THE TOPICS: GOLFING IN CABO, NEVER DRINKS COFFEE BUT RUNS A COFFEE SHOP, CORVAIR LOVER, ANDWHY HER FAVOTIRE PLACE ON EARTH ISN'T VERY FAR.

An international hand therapist by trade, this Brentwood resident is among only 10 people to have competed in theRock “n” Roll Marathon (either running the full or half) every year since 2000. Admittedly a late bloomer, the 66-year-old explains her goal is to be the “last man standing,” Mary also reveals why her husband is her inspiration. Her streakincludes fighting adversity, at 7,000 feet, a heartful thank you to a police officer and which competitors should betasered (not really). AMONG THE TOPICS: KICKING THE HABIT, WHY IT'S IMPORTANT TO CHOOSE YOUR PARENTSWISELY, WHY RUNNING ISN'T WHAT TAKES HER TO KENYA, AND HOW RUNNING CLEARS HER MIND.

Don't throw a pity party for Chase, because he'll just stand you up, even though he has a “dead leg” (Deadleg Media is the name of his company).  Born with cerebral palsy, this Nashville native is leaning into his disability with humor and strength, explaining why misery is beautiful.  (Yep, he actually makes a case).  Breaking the social media code with recent YouTube videos going viral, this son of a musician chronicles his motorcycle life on the road with relatable tales.  You can almost feel the wind in your face, while absorbing a life lesson or two from this likeable young man.  Also, I bet he can bench more than you.  AMONG THE TOPICS: RIDING TO SCHOOL LISTENING TO JOE ELVIS, WHAT IS JAZZ FUNK?  NASHVILLE SHORES CELEBRITY SIGHTING, CLOSE CALLS ON A HARLEY, AND THE LONGEST TWO MINUTES OF A STAND-UP OF A WOULD BE COMEDIAN.

Few people can claim two elite professional careers in one lifetime. Moving from California to Covington, Tennessee atan early age, Lisa toured the world as a flight attendant eventually assigned to professional sports teams' charters. Goldmedal winners, college basketball champions and NBA world champions, are on her aviation resume and yes, theTennessee Titans. Pivoting to real estate, Lisa earned her way up through the ranks and now leads one of the topcommercial estate companies with a global footprint. AMONG THE TOPICS: OSAKA, JAPAN HERE I COME. I DOKARAOKE BUT DON'T REALLY SING. I CAN GET YOU TO THE SUPER BOWL BUT CAN'T WIN IT FOR YOU, AND WY BEINGA WOMAN LEADER IS LIKE A COACH-PLAYER RELATIONSHIP.

Dan did his first weather forecast at age six and hasn't stopped since (he is not kidding and has the tape to prove it). ABoston area native, the Penn State student's path to Nashville took more twists and turns than a wind-blowntumbleweed in America's heartland. A Captain in the U.S. Air Force, he didn't land his then-ultimate assignment butdoesn't regret any of his eight moves. Find out what life lesson Tom Brady taught him, while becoming one of the mostrespected meteorologists in the country. AMONG THE TOPICS: HIS CRACKER BARREL EPIPHANY, DID HE GET HISAUTOGRAPH ORR NOT?, PARENTAL ADVICE FOR ALL YOUR EYES, THE MOMENT HE FELL IN LOVE WITH HIS WIFE, ANDWHY HE HAS A PALM TREE AT OPRYLAND HOTEL BUT DOESN'T KNOW WHERE IT IS.

Pamela's Facebook page states: News Anchor, Writer, Voice Over Artist, Background Singer, Lover of God, Family,Friends, Wine, and Men. Behind the mic by the age 14, the North Carolina native set her sights on becoming a gospelsongwriter. Her move to Nashville in 1990 led to a variety of careers, all centered on the radio and music industry. Hervoice and signature red hair (she's been mistakenly for Wynonna) can be heard on SuperTalk 99.7 WTN along with herduties with the Tennessee Radio Hall of Fame. She reveals her early influences and why she's so passionate aboutkeeping news reporting above the fray. AMONG THE TOPICS: WHO TOLD HER TO “CHILL CHICK”, REMEMBERING ABELOVED COLLEAGUE, WHY ATLANTA WAS ONE AND DONE, AND WHY A NORTH CAROLINA GIRL SAYS “ROLL TIDE.”

Charlie Mac, (also C-Mac), earned numerous accolades calling games for four SEC schools along with becoming a fanfavorite on WSMV-TV in Nashville. Not bad for a guy who never took a broadcasting class. Admitting that he wasn't agreat student and driven by fear, the Mississippi native expounds anecdotes regarding some of the biggest names insports including Archie Manning and Walter Payton. Recently profiled in Delta Magazine, his career path, in a paralleluniverse would have been in the music business, fronting several bands through the decades. AMONG THE TOPICS:SERIOUS AS A HEART ATTACK, THE NUMBER ONE SONG THAT GOT AWAY, HIS B.S. RULE, AND HIS SPECIALRELATIONSHIP WITH SWEETNESS.

Many of us have concepts of starting a business from scratch, but few actually do it. Meet Chad Bottorff, a partner atEakin Partners Commercial Real Estate since 2001 and co-founder of TC CRAFT Tequila. Chad and his brother Todd weredetermined to make an ultra-premium tequila with numerous international tasting awards to follow. Educated at MBAand The University of the South, Chad began his professional path with the Tennessee Titans coordinating the NFLteam's travel and training camp before plunging into the real estate development world and becoming a master distilleror “jimadores.” AMONG THE TOPICS: THE REVIEW OF TOP 5 GOALS FOR 2024, COMING UP WITH A NAME FOR ASPIRIT AIN'T EASY, PLAYING AGAINST EDDIE GEORGE IN HIGH SCHOOL, ULTIMATE DINNER GUESTS AND WHY CHAD'SSECOND FAVORITE TEAM HAS TO BE THE TAMPA BAY BUCANEERS (HINT: HIS WIFE IS INVOLVED).

You would be hard pressed to find a Middle Tennessee sports entity that Johnny hasn't had someinvolvement with since the 1980's. His passion and opinions are front and center, whether reflecting onhis first sports media job when he was a tween, to his chance encounter with Elvis (THEE, not Joe). Withmore than 4,000 radio shows to his credit, the 2025 Tennessee Sportswriters Hall of Fame inductee isn'tslowing down and soon could add author to his resume. AMONG THE TOPICS: MEETING THE BEARAND THE STARE, WHY “BALLPARK” AND OTHER ALIASES, A 5-WEEK HEISMAN STREAK AND WHY A104.9 DEGREE FEVER DIDN'T KILL HIM.

Making a name for himself behind a Nashville sports talk radio microphone decades ago, Blake continues to rise in the radio ranks with iHeartMedia.  A late 90's chance meeting with Nashville Banner columnist, the late Joe Biddle, led the Dallas native to the Middle Tennessee airwaves.  Managing the ever-changing radio landscape keeps Blake on the road continuing to do what he does best, building relationships.  AMONG THE TOPICS:  LOCKED OUT OF THE BUILDING DURING A RADIO SHIFT, BECOMING A DANCE DAD, RECURRING BAD DREAMS, THE ULTIMATE DINNER GUEST AND BIGGEST PET PEEVE.

You've heard him, but perhaps not heard of him. Dennis Holt has percussion credits spanning 5decades among the Who's Who in the music industry. From Vince to Taylor, the self-proclaimed lover ofsurfboarding (he's an LA transplant) and a good French dip, Dennis takes you into some of Nashville'smost iconic studios. Get to know one of Nashville's most gifted musicians. AMONG THE TOPICS: JOHNWAYNE, WALT DISNEY, BEST CAREER ADVICE, MISSION TRIP TRIUMPH, THE LEGENDARY BAND HECOULD HAVE JOINED BUT DIDN'T.

Born and raised in Nashville, Kim helped promote some of the biggest brands in the 1990's including Planet Hollywood, the NFL YES campaign and the Rock “n” Roll Marathon.  Still thriving in the public relations world, Kim explains why she had no choice but to go to Vanderbilt University, how former Titans Head Coach Jeff Fisher became her first client and reveals her celebrity crush.  If you're a Nashville lifer or new to town, you'll enjoy her walk down memory lane from a front row perspective.  AMONG THE TOPICS:  PR CRISIS MANAGEMENT IN REAL TIME, WELCOMING SLY STALLONE TO MUSIC CITY, FAVORITE RESTAURANTS, AND ADVICE SHE WOULD GIVE HER 18-YEAR-OLD SELF.

Before the Titans and Predators, the Nashville area did have major league sports called pro golf.Steve Nieman, a Missouri transplant, was a big part of it and talks about his professionaljourney of running some of the biggest tournaments in the world. While calling MiddleTennessee home for the last 25 years, Steve has logged thousands of miles and has had manymortgages balancing his professional and personal life. AMONG THE TOPICS: FLYING FISHINGWITH A HALL OF FAMER, DO YOU LISTEN OR DO YOU HEAR? WHY HE'S A BIG P!NK FAN ANDTHE GREAT DEBATE OF SPEED BUMPS.

45 years behind a local TV news camera means Joe has literally been an eyewitness to the ever-changing landscape of the Nashville area since the 80's. Covering he biggest stories; from theTitans Super Bowl run to chaos at the State Capitol, the Pulaski and MTSU graduate sharesstories of meeting Ronald Reagan, Dolly Parton, Garth Brooks and plunging into a NASA deepwater tank. AMONG THE TOPICS: FROM PULASKI TO NEWSCHANNEL 5, SAYING GOODBYE TOBEFORD NATHAN FORREST, CALLED INTO THE MAYOR'S OFFICE AND PROUD PAPA.

Does being financially independent, ready to retire (FIREd) by 50 sound good to you? Joelmakes the complicated sound simple, guiding young people toward a straightforwardretirement plan. His journey to Middle Tennessee began in Illinois with 9/11 pivoting his careerpath. Recently promoted to Lieutenant Colonel, Busboom explains his passion for the nextgeneration's financial stability by actually wearing an officials jersey. AMONG THE TOPICS:RECEIVIING PERFUME IN THE DESERT, DINING WITH ELVIS AND JOHN WAYNE, AND WHYCOMPOUND INTEREST IS EVERYTHING.

From growing up in a trailer park outside of Atlanta to singing with Dolly Parton on his first soloalbum, Aaron does not take “no” for an answer. Ironically, his road to Nashville is littered with“no's” until he finally succumbed to all the forces around him, which has him now in charge of atop-tier public relations company in Music City. A strong work ethic paved his way fromGrammy Awards red carpet photographer to representing some of the biggest names in themusic industry. Oh, he's a cool, humble guy who doesn't take himself too seriously. Too manylaughs in this podcast to count. AMONG THE TOPICS: BACK STAGE WITH DONNA SUMMERAND WYNONNA, DINNER WITH MOTHER TERESA? AND WHY HOTA KOTB IS A SORE SUBJECT.

If only we had followed Jeff Gould's financial advice when we were entering our 20's. This MiddleTennessee native and self-described average student was still able to attend Vanderbilt and build acareer helping others become financially independent. His nearly 50-year courtship of his wife beganwith a 15-hour date that included two dances. Jeff continues to explore the word including a trip toNepal and has visions on an App that could revolutionize the way food banks collect inventory. LoveNashville-centric stories of how the city has changed? This is your cup of tea… er, Joe and John.AMONG THE TOPICS: SPELLING PNEUMONA, CLIMBING THE FOURTEENERS, DON'T BE ATLANTA ANDDINING WITH WINSTON CHURCHILL

If a cat has 9 lives, Scot (yes, one “t” because, he explains, his parents couldn't afford 2) England has 20and counting. His various professions through the decades, from radio DJ, TV anchor, professional boxerand 9-time author has led him to befriend the likes of Muhammad Ali and Evil Knievel. From CentralIllinois, Scot's colorful journey to Nashville includes a listing in the Guiness Book of World Records. Heexplains his latest profession so he can fund a major movie project. AMONG THE TOPICS: TAYLORSWIFT AND TOM BRADY, PEN PAL WITH THE GREATEST OF ALL TIME, AMERICAN PICKERS, AND THEFARMER'S DAUGHTER.

The irony is LaVern Vivio has taken more twists and turns in her life than the number of MiddleTennessee traffic reports she's delivered over the years (28 if you're counting). The author of“Jesse: a True Story of Redemption,” chronicles her journey from bitterness to better. A failedrun for Congress has led her back full circle to teaching, along with her husband. This wittyKentucky girl, mother of four sons, reveals her biggest traffic report bloopers and expresseswhy her faith is a huge true north going forward. AMONG THE TOPICS: DON'T KEEP SECRETS,BITTERNESS IS POISON, WHY SHE'S RETIRED TO TEACHING, AND BECOMING AN ACCIDENTALTRAFFIC REPORTER.

A self-proclaimed “Damn Yankee” from Chicago, Marie is determined to build a thriving filmand music community in Tennessee. Don't bet against her. The author of “From Barefoot toStilettos, it's not for sissies,” her advocacy to challenge the family court system in Tennesseeproduced new legislation. She explains how her friendship with Morgan Freeman came aboutand why she has a “T” on her leg. AMONG THE TOPICS: LIVING “THE FIRM” IN MEMPHIS,DON'T' BE A MEANIE-POOTER, GO FIND YOUR “YES,” AND 280 STITCHES LATER.

This Louisiana girl will never get Nashville out of her system.  Tammi has more TV station call letters on her resume than leopard has spots, but she continues her journalism career with the same passion decades later.  She admits her epitaph will read, “I did stories that matter' and may be on the brink (fingers and breadsticks crossed) of another career pivot.  So inherently likable, this Harley rider, cookie making maestro, reveals what it was like to grow up next to Lainey Wilson's parents farm and why she's still lookin' for love.  AMONG THE TOPICS:  HOW SHE GAVE BIRTH TO A DUCK, FAMILY VACATIONS AT OPRYLAND USA, GETTING PAID TO INTERVIEW KENNY ROGERS, AND PERHAPS THE MOST AWKWARD ENDING IN PODCAST HISTORY. 

His mother's birthday gift at age 9 set John off on a career path that has allowed him todocument history. Landing in Nashville with the Tennessean in 1998, John's journey to MiddleTennessee included California and South Dakota. Described aptly as a “painter of light,” thisauthor of Zen photography has captured some of the most iconic images of the 2010 NashvilleFlood, several tornadoes, the Christmas Day downtown bombing, the state legislature alongwith volunteering to chronicle the War in Afgahanastan. He's also a fascinated with cookingand one chill, good East Nashville “jparti” dude.AMONG THE TOPICS: THE PHOTO THAT UPSET THE FBI, OBAMA WALKING IN THE RAIN,OWNING A HOME IN CUBA, COLOR OR BLACK & WHITE?

BBQ is a “game on” competitive restaurant lane in Middle Tennessee and arguably nobody hascracked the code like Edley's BBQ. Will Newman is the owner and founder of the fastestgrowing fast-casual restaurant in Tennessee. His path to success is hardly a straight line.AMONG THE TOPICS: MEMPHIS INFLUENCE, FROM ICE CREAM TO PORK, LAWYER UP, ANDBUILDING A WINNING CULTURE.

Joe King (Joe's 86-year-old father) and Jerry Hammes (John's 92-year-old father) sit down for their Second Cup of Joe... and John!Joe and John messed up. The podcast is rarely, if ever edited but these two bozos thought the recentshow with both their fathers went too long and down “inside baseball” roads that nobody would care tohear. Wrong. Dead wrong. The 32-minute edited version was among the most downloaded podcasts ofthe 60 episodes available. Oops. So as a Father's Day present to the listener, here's the unbridged 1hour 8-minute recording. The fathers tell adorable stories that deserve to breath so here ya go.AMONG THE TOPICS: FIRST CARS, FIRST JOBS, BREAKFAST TOGETHER AND NOT KNOWING IT, AND ANAMUSEMENT PARK NAME'S SAKE.

Joe Fisher's bold, authoritative voice will forever ring in the ears of Vanderbilt University sports fans. ANashville native, Joe had the best seat for Jim Foster's great women's basketball teams, James Franklin'sbowl wins and Tim Corbin's college baseball national championships. His broadcast career path closelyresembles Joe and John's, and it's amazing none worked in the same building at the same time. Joedoesn't shy from away from his public fall from grace due to alcoholism, offering it as a cautionary tale.Joe is one of the truly good guys so enjoy a trip down Black & Gold memory lane.AMONG THE TOPICS: Why Joe Fisher and John just missed each other at News2, How a major PRcompany handled Joe's transition back to sports (hint: it was a class move), and his “wake up” adviceto those battling addiction.

There is arguably no more iconic Nashville food item than Rotier's cheeseburger. The three-generationVandy area restaurant hosted the rich and famous alongside the average Joe and Jane, closing after 75years in 2021. Enter grandson Jacob, who resurrected the eatery inside Bridgestone Arena. Jacobmeanders down Elliston Place memory lane, recounting how it all started revealing the secret (sort of) ofwhy the burgers receive worldwide acclaim. Listen and you almost feel as if you're in one of the well-worn booths, not needing to see a menu, and soon needing a nap from all the yummy comfort food.AMONG THE TOPICS: MORE THAN FOOD BEING COOKED UP, THE WHO'S WHO OF CUSTOMERS, THEREAL STORY BEHIND HAVING TO CLOSE, THE RECIPE ISN'T JUST THE MEAT.

The. Voice. You immediately recognize the velvet pipes of Kevin Ingram. Vanderbilt University'sDirector of Digital Operations, the Western Kentucky University graduate didn't take long to find his wayonto the Middle Tennessee airwaves. A host on the top-rated Wake up Zone morning show on 104.5The Zone from 2004 to 2020, Kevin also served at the voice of Belmont Men's basketball for 17 years.He's the sideline reporter for Vany football games and men's baseball play-by-play, along with holdingdown the booth for baseball coverage on the SEC Network. AMONG THE TOPICS: HOW HE MET HISNASHVILLE WIFE OVER TACOS, THE GUT PUNCHES OF LOSING NOT ONE, BUT TWO CO-HOSTS TOUNTIMELY DEATHS, WORKING WITH TWO OF THE TOP COACHES OF ALL-TIME, AND IS MAJOR LEAGUEBASEBALL COMING TO NASHVILLE?

“Pogey” as he is referred to, Greg has seen it all in Middle Tennessee sports and he's not slowing down.On the brink of another incarnation of the Nashville Kats, Greg serves as a partner and VP of Community Relations of the Arena Football League franchise about to kickoff in a few days.  Yep, he'll be the play-by-play voice as well.  Nobody has offered more sports insight and opinions in print and on Nashville airwaves than Pogue, just ending a 24-year run at WNSR 560AM.  Like to eavesdrop on three veteran Radio/TV/Newspaper dudes reliving the glory days?  This is your cup of tea… er, Joe and John.  AMONG THE TOPICS:  FROM HILLTOPPER TO NASHVILLE, IS THE HOT TUB MAKING A COMEBACK?  ALL-TIME DINNER GUESTS AND A STROLL DOWN TITAN MEMORY LANE.

Few TV weathercasters in the country can match Davis's longevity on the same local airwaves. JoiningNashville's ABC affiliate in 1981, the New Orleans native continues to forecast and report with reliabilityand comfort of a longtime friend. He's candid about his career trajectory and why he's enjoying his jobnow, more than ever. Approaching 70-years young, he reveals his “alter ego” of a serioussinger/musician when first moving to Nashville. Intuitively likable, he goes admittedly “weather nerd”explaining the great mystery of forecasting the 2010 flood. AMONG THE TOPICS: BEING A MUSICBRITISH PROGRESSIVE, HIS DAUGHTER BECOMING A TIKTOK SENSATION, CONSULTING FOR THE BIGBOYS, AND TITAN FEVER.

An episode 179 years in the making, 87-year-old Joe King (Joe's father) and 92-year-old Jerry Hammes(John's pop) reveal what it's like continuing to raise a couple of 60-year-old morons. So, what's with thedifferent “last” names from their sons? Find out. What's the secret for each being married more than60 years? How did they meet their wives? Where did they both get their incredible work ethic? Joeand John hear decades-old family secrets for the first time. After listening to the show, we dare you notto call your father, if you are lucky enough like Joe and John to still have him! AMONG THE TOPICS:FIRST CARS, FIRST JOBS, BREAKFAST TOGETHER AND NOT KNOWING IT, AND AN AMUSEMENT PARKNAME'S SAKE.

If Vicki Yates never took the advice of her mother, she wouldn't have graced the Nashville airwaves formore than 30 years. The NewsChannel 5 icon, recently retired (though the “r” word doesn't really apply)reflects on her winding personal and professional road with candidness and without regret. Get to knowthe Middle Tennessee legend unplugged. You'll love and respect her even more. AMONG THE TOPICS:YOU SCRATCH MY BACK AND I'LL SCRATCH YOURS, THE TELLTALE SIGN YOU ARE DONE ATNEWSCHANNEL 5, HER DEFINING MOMENT IN TV, TWINS IT IS, AND SPURNING BIG “D.”

The Ada, Oklahoma native moved to Nashville in the mid-90's for, well, you know… opening for the likes of Blake Shelton.  He was this close to the big break.  The son of a mortician, Damon resurrected his professional career as a successful wrestling coach and realtor.  This molder of young men and women explains why he has such a positive, infectious attitude toward daily challenges.  Why did he lose 17 pounds in two days?  What ticks him off about SEC sports?  What's the trick to selling $400 million dollars in houses?  How can a daily sauna and cold bath possibly be good for you?  Be inspired by his life journey and why everything for you is going to be okay.  AMONG THE TOPICS:  THE HARDEST 3-MINUTES OF HIS LIFE, PLAYING HIDE AND SEEK NEXT TO DEAD PEOPLE, WHY BATTING 3-PERCENT IS ACUALLY A GOOD THING, DEAD OR ALIVE DINNER COMPANIONS, AND WHAT IT'S LIKE TO FOLLOW MALE STRIPPERS. 

Arguably the most unappreciated NFL player compared to his accomplishments and longevity, thethen Oilers 1993 1 st round pick reflects on his twisted draft day. Brad explains why he neverexpected to play line and how he was able to become so dependable. The Nashville area residentreveals his college path and how he witnessed his son do something he didn't, win the Super Bowl(You'll never guess where Brycen keeps his ring). AMONG THE TOPICS: HOUSTON - WE HAVE ALEFT TACKLE, HOW HE LOST A WHOLE 8 TH GRADER, MEETING HIS FIRST NASHVILLE MUSICCELEBRITY, WHY PICKING UP TRASH AT SONIC IS IMPORTANT; TABLE FOR THREE WITH PRINCEAND SAMUEL JACKSON, AND NOW “ON THE HOP.”

One of the very good guys, Craig is on a very short list of those who have played in 3 Super Bowls in4 years. The 17-year NFL veteran kicked and punted his way to glory with the Packers and Titans.The longtime Nashville area resident gives you an insider's view of the Titans rise in the late 90's andwhy he could handle pressure so well. The former Notre Dame star explains his college choice andyou won't believe that he had a kicking career at all, after you hear what happened to him. He'sresurrected his love for kicking and you can learn the finer points with a click of a mouse. This is aconversation down memory lane, not of current Titans events. AMONG THE TOPICS: OH, THATDAY AGAINST THE VOLS, NO ACL NO PROBLEM, MISSING THE NET AND THE GOLD DUST STORY.

For more than two decades Mike had the best seat in the house for football games though he never sat.A must-listen for football fans, the longtime Director of Facilities for the Tennessee Department ofSafety and Homeland Security (no pressure there!) takes you inside game day of SEC rivalries. ThisMarine (Semper Fi!) addresses head on the scrutiny of making decisions in front of 100,000 fans.Listen, and you will never watch a college football game the same way again. AMONG THE TOPICS:Why there is no such thing as a “make up call”, Sideline Bloopers, Meeting Shaq, Why WinningWords are Important, Coach O's last game.

Joe and John walk, actually waddle, down memory lane reflecting on childhood Christmas memories.FULL DISCLOSURE: It was taped prior to former Titans star Frank Wycheck's untimely death (there is arandom reference to Frank). The two 60-year-olds, who both have the immaturity of teenagers, talkabout Christmas mornings, December 25 th Titans games and how they used to ring in the New Year.AMONG THE TOPICS: CELEBRITY CRUSHES, CHILDHOOD BEDROOM POSTERS, A DREAM GUESTPROBABLY NOW OUT OF REACH AND THAT TERRIBLE EVENT CHRISTMAS DAY 3 YEARS AGO.

An Ashland City girl done good, Denise is a true example of rising from humble beginnings to hit the bigtime of Nashville's real estate scene. Not many can say they live their childhood dream, but Denise isdoing just that, while bumping into the likes of Keith Urban along the way. She explains how theNashville real estate market has changed, and what it takes to be relevant in an ultra-competitivebusiness. While she may sound like the girl next door, few can keep up with her drive to sell a house orstep on a treadmill. AMONG THE TOPICS: TORNADO MEMORIES, HER FAVORITE RESTAURANT IS…,RUN IN WITH KEITH URBAN, HER SECRET CRUSH AND THE THIRD CHAPTER.

A man of a thousand voices, if only in his head, Eric knows where most of the bones are buried at radiostations from Elizabethton, Kentucky to Dothan Alabama on his way to Nashville. Able to come up witha grizzly, jaded, humorous country character for radio shows or clever commercial spots, Eric'simagination always has you feeling he's dreaming in technicolor and you in pastels. Hear from a geniusof radio production.AMONG THE HOT TOPICS: Who's Eldon Thacker?, Haray Carey drops by, and the Apple Music world.

A self-described “portrait artist who has had many opportunities to work with some very famous peopleas well as everyday people,” Alan, 72-years young, is underselling himself. John Lennon? Jimi Hendrix?Just to name a few. Growing up across the pond, this longtime Nashville resident brought his keen eyebehind the lens to America via Canada, building friendships and photogenic trust with the likes ofJohnny Cash and Willie Nelson. AMONG THE TOPICS: Touring with Deep Purple, why George Harrisonkicked him out of a chair, black & white or color, and what being a professional fan really means.

For a Memphis native who was terrified of thunderstorms as a young child, Henry's career has turnedout more than okay. He takes his weather craft seriously but can laugh with the best of them. Knowinghow to pronounce small towns in Middle Tennessee is just a small piece of calling cloud cover in his job.Listen why he's thankful for his career trajectory while keeping a level head in a high-profile position inthe midst of the morning news arms race.AMONG THE TOPICS: 3rd SHIFT HIGHS AND BLUES, JIMMY KELLY'S LOVE AFFAIR AND WHAT BASEWERE YOU BORN ON?

Stacie brings nothing but fastballs as the multi-talented, quick-witted supermom shares her experiencesmarrying a U.S. Olympian, of what prompted her to move to Nashville, and trying to recruit the bestdancers to perform in front of millions. She takes you behind the scenes, breaking the many myths regarding NFL cheerleaders while revealing what it really takes to make it to the sidelines. Be prepared to spew your coffee several times as Stacie's rapid fire salty humor is woven into the challenge of raising two sons.AMONG THE TOPICS: WHY YOU WILL NEVER LOOK AT A CURLING IRON THE SAME WAY AGAIN, WHYHER SKATES WERE LITERALLY ON FIRE IN FRONT OF THOUSANDS, REUNITING JFK AND MARILYNMONROE, AND BABIES ARE EXPENSIVE AND HERPES IS FOREVER.

Few, if anyone could stump longtime Nashvillian David Pearcy in a Nashville-centric Rock ‘n Roll triviacontest. As for Jimi Hendrix? Mic. Drop. His archives of all things Jimi has been chronicled indocumentaries and magazines all over the world. David caught the music bug at a very young age andcontinues to collect artifacts from the 50's, 60's and today. AMONG THE TOPICS: WHAT IT TOOK TOSTAND EXACTLY WHERE JIMI STOOD. HIS FIRST BEATLES EXPERIENCE. WANDERING THE BACKSTAGEOF THE RYMAN AND MEETING ERIC CLAPTION. WHY THE ROCK ‘N ROLL OF FAME PI**ED HIM OFF.

This Mobile, Alabama native has song writing credits from Emmylou Harris to Rodney Crowell to JimmyBuffett (this podcast was recorded just days before Buffet's death) to Rosanne Cash to John Prine. He started the band “Will and the Bushmen” recording a several albums and made it to MTV. He alsostarted the “Bis-quits” which signed with Prine's Oh Boy record label. He continues his musical craftsmanship collaborating with U.S. soldiers, telling their emotional war stories through song.AMONG THE TOPICS: HIS TIME IN MARGARATAVILLE, PTSD THERAPY THROUGH MUSIC, WHAT'S AHIPPIE TRAIN? AND HIS RUN IN WITH A TOP MUSIC EXECUTIVE.

Building a congregation during today's turbulent and polarizing times, Reverend Malone Gilliam isbucking the trend. He expounds on today's challenges to receive, live, and share the life of Christ. Fromhis frat days at University of the South (where he met his wife and earned a six-pack of beer at the sametime) to rejoining St. George's, Gilliam reveals his biggest influences in shaping his sermons.AMONG THE TOPICS: THE OTHER TRINITY; GOD, MUSIC, BEER. WHAT IS FUTURE TRIPPING? WHAT IS U.K. IN THE U.K?DON'T TALK TO YOURSELF AND ALICE COOPER AND ARNOLD SCHWARZENEGGER.

Not many people can hold down both of their dream jobs. Andrew is the best-selling author of “InsideStrong” chronicling Perry Wallace's collision of race and sports when breaking the color barrier in SECbasketball. Andrew returned to his alma mater at Vanderbilt University Special Projects coordinator.The son of Pulitzer Prize winning author David Maraniss, Andrew has more than stepped out of hisfather's shadow with several more critically acclaimed books on the 1936 Olympics and the 1976 U.S.Women's Olympic basketball journey. Enjoy his stories of some of Nashville's most intriguing sportsfigures. AMONG THE TOPICS: HOW A COLLEGE PAPER CHANGED HIS LIFE FOREVER, THAT ONE YEARWITH THE DEVIL RAYS, THE INVENTION OF THE HIGH FIVE AND HOW HE MET HIS WIFE.

There must be two Dawn Davenport's because she seems to be everywhere, especially college footballseason. Her broadcasting journey led her to Nashville's News-2, and she parlayed that into a sports talkradio career while also balancing college football sideline duties that takes her all across the country.Dawn talks about her challenges and successes as a woman in a male dominated profession with candorand humor. AMONG THE TOPICS: RUN DAWN RUN! (ALTHOUGH SHE NEVER TRAINED), THE TIME HERBOSS SAID NO AND SHE DID IT ANYWAY, GIVING HER OPINION WHILE EARNING A PAYCHECK, HER “AHA” ESPN MOMENT AND EARNING THE NICKNAME “ANGRY CHIHUAHUA.”

Few TV sports hosts can match the poise, consistency, and professionalism of Sara Walsh.  Her career includes stops in Macon, GA, Nashville, and Washington DC before heading to the bright lights of ESPN.  During Covid, the former University of North Florida soccer star found herself at the right place at the right time, covering Tom Brady and the Bucs Super Bowl run in her hometown of Tampa.  Sara's ability to absorb enormous amounts of sports facts and figures is only matched by her quick wit and calm under pressure.  She reflects fondly on her time in Nashville, which by the way, is far from over.  AMONG THE TOPICS:  MISSING HER NASHVILLE JOB INTERVIEW BUT STILL LANDING THE GIG, WHY SHE'S A BIG FAN OF THE VANDY BOYS, WHAT'S IT LIKE TO WORK WITH A BIG TITANS STAR ON RADIO AND, HER NEWEST JOB IS A KICK IN THE GRASS.

You would think a 41-year ultra-decorated career in the United States Air Force with more than 7,000 flying hours and 337 combat missions in Vietnam would be enough travel for this Lebanon, Tennessee native.  But no.  "General Bradley" as he was known by his 75,000 U.S. Air Force reservists under his command, created the Lamia Afghan Foundation.  Inspired by a little girl in Afghanistan simply asking for a pair of boots, Bradley and his wife Jan have made numerous trips to the Middle East region providing millions of pounds of humanitarian aid, while also building schools and clinics to serve Afghan girls.  His compassion is matched by his candor during this intense conversation detailing life after the Taliban takeover and his beautiful efforts (giving all credit to his wife) to make life a little better for those under a brutal regime.  You'll come away knowing there are true angels on earth.  AMONG THE TOPICS:  SECOND TIME APPLYING FOR THE AIR FORCE IS THE CHARM.  VOL FOR LIFE.  BOOK REVIEWS AND WHY THINGS WILL GET BETTER IN THE MIDDLE EAST (BUT IT'S GONNA TAKE TIME).

Considered the “Godfather of Americana” Jason continues to leave his mark on the Nashville music scene, spanning overseas.  His Illinois roots has served him well, combining traditional country music with high-energy punk rock.  Jason discusses his influences and why his live performances are remembered through the decades.  AMONG THE TOPICS:  BOB DYLAN RULES, SCORCHERS REUNION?, AND WHY HE'S TWO DIFFERENT PEOPLE.

Entrepreneurship is in Jeff's DNA as he chronicles his childhood experience, the move to Nashville, bankruptcy and his big comeback to building a world renown business. His candid storytelling will resonate those of us who navigated a changing Nashville in the 80's, 90's and current day. With a bourbon tasting among the activities during taping (a first, and hopefully not the last!), Jeff takes a deep dive into what makes good bourbon. AMONG THE TOPICS: CHANCE MEETING WITH STARBUCKS FOUNDER, WINE & SPIRITS UPS AND DOWNS AND UPS, AND WHY BRAD PAISLEY IS A GOOD FRIEND.

Among all the original Titans players who now call Nashville home, it's hard to find anyone who has embraced the memories of his playing career like Chris Sanders. Through all the laughs and gentle digs among this trio, Chris is candid about the move here and doesn't shy away from his most infamous team record. If you helped pack then Adelphia Coliseum back in the day, this is a must listen. AMONG THE TOPICS: WHY DOES A DENVER KID GO TO OHIO STATE? TIPPY TOES THROUGH THE FOOTBALL FIELD, WHY THE MUSIC CITY MIRACLE NEVER SHOULD HAVE HAPPENED, AND PROUD PAPA.