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Join Kosta and his guest: Mark Dudney, Public Historian, Regional Planner, Producer, and Educator. In this episode:They say all press is good press. I'm going to ask you later in the episode if you think that's true, but for now I want to start with the question on everyone's mind: what do you do when white christian nationalists move in next door? Earlier this month you shared a touching testimonial about how you're feeling in this moment. As a native of Jackson County you spoke from the heart and for that, we're all grateful. This is a deeply polarizing and painful time for many Tennesseeans and to put it bluntly, it's scary to speak up. At what point did you decide there was no other choice? Jackson County isn't a blank page waiting for a story to be written on, in fact, the Gainesboro area has over a century of rich and diverse history that's helped shape the Upper Cumberland into what it is today. As a historian, what lessons from the past have prepared Jackson County for today?Find out more about Visiting Jackson County: https://linktr.ee/ExploreJCTNBetter Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is a product of Morgan Franklin Media and recorded in Cookeville, TN.This episode of Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is made possible by our partners at Aspire Barber and Beauty Academy.Find out more about Aspire Barber and Beauty Academy:https://aspirebarberandbeauty.com

Join Kosta and his guest: Mark Farley, Executive Director of UCHRA, UCDD and Core Partner of Empower UC. In this episode: Many Americans are questioning how well state and federally funded services really work for this country and if the price tag justifies the outcomes. For anyone listening and thinking, this is just more government bloat - what do you say to them?I want to talk about single parents because I know this is a part of our community you care for deeply. How is UCHRA, UCDD and EmpowerUC working to assist single parents and help to end the cycle of poverty for over 1,600 children in the Upper Cumberland? Why is it so important that we focus on these parents and kids?The median home sold price in Cookeville for February 2025 was $340,000, with 10% down that'd be about $2,000 a month with current interest rates. The median individual income as of 2023 census data was $30,400 annually. Before tax for all of us bad at math that's $2,533 per month meaning it's mathematically impossible for the average single parent in Cookeville to afford a home. What do we need to do to make sure the people who work here can live here?Find out more about UCHRA:https://uchra.org/Find out more about UCDD: https://ucdd.org/Find out more about Empower UC:https://empoweruppercumberland.org/

Sounds outfielder Daz Cameron joins Jeff Hem on the pregame show to talk about his two-homer game the night before in his Sounds and Brewers organization debut, what his week was like following Monday's trade from the Orioles, discovering his dad, former MLB all-star Mike Cameron, also played for the Sounds in '97, and his brother, Mehki, playing college basketball for Tennessee Tech in Cookeville.

The first in-person Games qualifier is in the books, and the crew at CrossFit Mayhem set the bar pretty high. Sean, Tommy, and Lauren take a look back at a fun weekend in Cookeville, and tell the other events the lessons they should learn from Rich Froning and company.  Speaking of qualifiers, the Age Group Online Semifinals are officially done and the review process has begun. Five-time Masters Champion Jason Grubb joins Lauren and Tommy to talk about his concerns with the review process, what the CrossFit Athlete Council has been able to do, and what he thinks needs to change as we get ready for the Individual Online Semifinals. This episode is presented by Thirdzy. Head to thirdzy.com/TEF to save 20% on their Rest and Recovery Collagen.

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Join Kosta and his guest: Karen Rathgeber Hale, Director of Camp Nakanawa. I hope you packed the bug spray, because this week we're going to Camp Nakanawa. In this episode: Camp Nakanawa is over 100 years old. As we've discussed, this is more than a camp, it's tradition. How do you weigh the importance of preserving cherished rituals versus embracing new ideas, especially in an age of rapid cultural and technological change? Being away from home for the first time is scary. For many young people going to camp is the first time they have true independence. Why is this important? How does Camp Nakanawa help to make the most of this opportunity? We talked about this earlier in the episode you started going to camp in 1974, and you've seen it evolve and grow over the past 50 years. What are you glad has stayed the same? Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is a product of Morgan Franklin Media and recorded in Cookeville, TN.This episode of Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is made possible by our partners and listeners. Speak out and help ensure necessary programming is available for generations to come and support WCTE PBS:https://protectmypublicmedia.org/

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Live competition is here! The first in-person semifinal is set to kickoff this weekend in Cookeville, Tennessee. Sean, Tommy, and Lauren preview the Mayhem Classic and tell you who they think might have the inside track in the battle the first two tickets to the CrossFit Games. Speaking of tickets, they're on sale for the Games in Albany. Are slow sales a sign of things to come for the sport in general or just an isolated problem? Age group athletes take on their in-affiliate semifinals this weekend and squats aren't on the menu...or are they? Plus, an update on the World Fitness Project season and a brilliant new name for knee sleeves.

Listen in as our hosts Dr. Jennifer Mabry and Dr. Emily Lee sit down with Dr. Erin Rohman to talk about seasonal allergies, how some allergens are prevalent throughout the year, and more! Dr. Rohman is from the Allergy, Asthma, and Sinus center here in Cookeville. Listen To The Local Matters Podcast Today! News Talk 94.1

Join Kosta and his guest: Matt Brown, Certified Financial Planner, Branch Manager and Generational Wealth Planner at 304 Family Wealth of Raymond James. In this episode: Money is the last taboo topic. We'd rather talk about almost anything than how much money we make or have. That's helped create a society of people who don't really understand how money works - or how it could work for them. What do you wish you could tell everyone about their own wealth and financial success? Thinking about the future is intimidating. As someone that works in long-term care, I know firsthand how much we'll do to not think about the future. But when it comes to retirement, and building wealth especially for Gen-X, Millennials and Gen-Z, what do we need to be doing now? We live in economically uncertain times. Whether it's tariffs, inflation, interest rates or egg prices, every day brings new excitement. How is this changing the way you're advising clients and what should we prepare for next?Legal Disclosures from Raymond James: Any opinions are those of Matthew Brown and not necessarily those of Raymond James. The information has been obtained from sources considered to be reliable, but we do not guarantee that the foregoing material is accurate or complete. Investing involves risk and you may incur a profit or loss regardless of strategy selected. Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards Center for Financial Planning, Inc. owns and licenses the certification marks CFP®, CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER®, and CFP® (with plaque design) in the United States to Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc., which authorizes individuals who successfully complete the organization's initial and ongoing certification requirements to use the certification marks.Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is a product of Morgan Franklin Media and recorded in Cookeville, TN.This episode of Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is made possible by our partners at Volunteer State Community College.Find out more about Volunteer State Community College:https://www.volstate.edu/campuses/cookeville

What is an annuity? Is it a good tool for my goals? Certified Elder Law Attorney Barbara McGinnis joins Certified Financial Planner, Matt Brown the branch manager of Raymond James in Cookeville to explore frequently asked questions about annuities. 304 Family Wealth |304 N. Washington Ave. Cookeville, TN 38501| 931.520.0778 Securities offered through Raymond James Financial Services, Inc., member FINRA/SIPC. 304 Family Wealth is not a registered broker/dealer and is independent of Raymond James Financial Services. Investment advisory services offered through Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. The information has been obtained from sources considered to be reliable, but we do not guarantee that it is accurate or complete, it is not a statement of all available data necessary for making an investment decision, and it does not constitute a recommendation. Any opinions are those of Matthew Brown and not necessarily those of Raymond James. Annuities are long-term, tax-deferred insurance contracts designed for retirement. Withdrawals made prior to age 59 ½ may be subject to taxes and possible penalties. Any guarantees are backed by the claims-paying ability of the issuing insurance company. Contracts are subject to fees and limitations. Investors should consider the investment objectives, risks, and charges and expenses of variable annuities carefully before investing. The prospectus contains this and other important information about the variable annuity and its underlying funds. Prospectuses for both the variable annuity contract and the underlying funds are available from your financial advisor and should be read carefully before investing. Investing involves risk and you may incur a profit or a loss regardless of strategy selected. Past performance is no guarantee of future results. Prior to making an investment decision, please consult with your financial advisor about your individual situation.

Join Kosta and his guests: Catherine Jackson, Executive Officer of The Home Builders Association of the Upper Cumberland and Katie Hall, General Manager at Cookeville Kitchen Sales. In this episode: Building a house is like making a cake from scratch - I don't know how. Let's start there, because for most of us buying an existing home is confusing enough, what's it like to build a house? From 2014 to 2024, the median price of a 3-bedroom house in Putnam County has increased over 115%. Buying a home is mathematically impossible for the majority of the Upper Cumberland. How can building more homes help bring down demand and cost? How does building a new home in 2025 compare to buying a similar home at the same price point? Is it comparable or are there other factors we need to consider? Find out more about The Home Builders Association of the Upper Cumberland:https://uchba.com/

SHOCKING Truth: How Jezebel's Spirit Corrupts Churches | Matthew 13:33 Explained

About Leslie Leslie is a new medical parent, with a 10-month-old daughter, Evelyn. She grew up in the Cookeville area and has stayed in Tennessee her whole life. Her husband, Cole is an Ohio native and moved down to Tennessee after meeting Leslie at Lee University, in Cleveland, TN. They got married in 2019 and waited to start trying to have kids until their 5th anniversary, when they discovered it wasn't going to be an easy journey for them. They went through multiple miscarriages before finding out they were pregnant with twins in 2023, one of the twins didn't make it past 9 weeks, but Evelyn stayed strong throughout the pregnancy. After 41 weeks of pregnancy, Leslie went into an induction and ended up having an emergency c section, that started their journey into the medical world with caring for Evelyn. It is a walk they didn't anticipate and has taken them by a storm, but one God called them to walk, one step at a time. Related Links By the Brook Early Bird   

*Disclaimer/Trigger Warning* This episode may not be appropriate for all ages and audiences as it contains candid conversations about child abuse, child predators, child sex offenders and cyber crime. Join Kosta and his guests: Lt. Heather Marshall, Public Information Officer and Detective Conor Sparkman from Cookeville Police Department. In this episode: We say this in every episode, but the Upper Cumberland is changing. We don't live in the same world we grew up in and maybe that's the scariest part of all. Kids don't have to leave their room to find themselves in a dangerous place. In this episode, we'll talk about how to keep our children safe online and offline, but first, let's start with what makes the internet a scary place for our kids to be? There's always a feeling like this could never happen to me. Cybercrime seems like something that happens on shows or movies, but it wouldn't happen to us. How prevalent is this kind of behavior here in Cookeville and across Tennessee? Do you think most parents are really aware of what their kids are doing online? Do you think most parents are really aware of the dangers they could be facing online?Find out more about Cookeville Police Department:https://cookeville-tn.gov/245/Police-DepartmentContact Cookeville Police Department's Criminal Investigation Division: 931-520-5384 National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (NCMEC)https://www.cybertipline.com

Our host George Halford visits with Chad McDonald who is from Harriman Tennessee and serves as the assistant director of the leisure services department in Cookeville. They talk all about his family, upbringing, the enjoyment of golf, moving back to Cookeville after serving as an EMT, and more! Listen To The Local Matters Podcast Today! News Talk 94.1

Host Tiffany Anton sits down with Emily Bouchette who purchased the old Borden's Jewelry building in downtown Cookeville. Emily plans on turning this building into Poppy & Pearl, which is a beauty, cosmetic, and personal care business serving notable celebrity clients, numerous weddings, photoshoots, and more. She focuses on mainly hair extensions and styling, but has people in store that specialize in other areas relating to beauty. Listen To The Local Matters Podcast Today! News Talk 94.1

Join Kosta and his guest: Tabitha Merritt, Director of Peach Tree Learning Center. In this episode: For many, homeschool feels like the only answer to an exceedingly difficult question. Where can my child learn where they're safe, valued, and prepared for more than a standardized test? In your experience, when does a family know the answer is not public school? Over the next decade, education in Tennessee will change. While Education Freedom Scholarships aren't currently available to homeschooling families, there will be a dramatic shift in where and how all Tennessee students are educated. What do you hope comes of this transition and how could it positively impact the homeschool community? Teaching kids is hard. It's even harder when you don't understand what you're teaching. How does Peach Tree Learning help to bridge the gap between what parents know and what students need to know?Find out more about Peach Tree Learning Center:https://www.peachtreelearningcenter.com/Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is a product of Morgan Franklin Media and recorded in Cookeville, TN.This episode of Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is made possible by our partner Sabrina Brazle, The Realty Firm.Find out more about Sabrina Brazle:https://www.sabrinabrazle.com/

 A key element of our culture is promoting from within. Decatur Service Center Director Brandon Fox is a shining example of that, having started in our National Call Center in Cookeville before moving into operations and sales roles ahead of his move to Decatur. He joins host Bailey Pennycuff to share his Averitt story and provide some advice for other associates who are looking to advance their careers in this episode of the Winner's Circle Podcast.

Our host Tiffany Anton sits down with Robert Stewart who is a partner of multiple Sonic locations around our region - about 15 locations. He works mainly with the two locations in Cookeville and the one in Algood. They talk about how he got in to the restaurant business, partnering with Sonic to open locations in Cookeville, and more! Listen To The Local Matters Podcast Today! News Talk 94.1

Chase is back from Cookeville and The Open is in full swing! The guys sit down and recap their experiences with 25.1 and all the feels that came from the Open Announcement at Mayhem.

  Tactical Redneck Hijacked my show while I was out of town - Enjoy his update. Sponsor 1: AgoristTaxAdvice.com Sponsor 2: DiscountMylarBags.com Join me for sad news from the pasture, making progress in spring, a review of a cool event happening in about a week, a NEW recipe, and more!   Featured Event: Refuge Ruckus, March 7-9 in Fort Smith, AR: https://www.refugeruckus.com/   Sponsor 1: AgoristTaxAdvice.com Sponsor 2: DiscountMylarBags.com Permies Fundle - and why it is so cool, but dont buy it until Saturday: Heads up on the Permies Fundle Listener Feedback From a listener -  I remembered that you decided to sell your AGHs, and I'm in a similar (but bigger) situation, and hoped you might be able to offer some suggestions or possibly send my way  anyone you know who's in the market, and feel free to share my email for contact. I'm local (Cookeville) and the pigs are in the Monterey/Muddy Pond area. Hope everything's going well in the Holler, and hope to hear back from you soon.  Sad News From The Pasture Ram separation day - with help from a visitor Community: Dog care Weather was fantastic this week: Nicole at a big, thorny frog New inhabitant at basecamp Community development idea Scotch egg recipe Biochar project update Topping the garden beds Stuck trailer day Shepherd's pie Outhouse spring set up Ducks laying in the yard Livestock Early spring garden planting is going well this year so far Make it a great week! GUYS! Don't forget about the cookbook, Cook With What You Have by Nicole Sauce and Mama Sauce. It makes a great Christmas Gift! Community Mewe Group: https://mewe.com/join/lftn Telegram Group: https://t.me/LFTNGroup Odysee: https://odysee.com/$/invite/@livingfree:b Advisory Board The Booze Whisperer The Tactical Redneck Chef Brett Samantha the Savings Ninja Resources Membership Sign Up Holler Roast Coffee Harvest Right Affiliate Link  

The Crew get together to talk Fitness, Nutrition and all things CrossFit, plus what is going on in their lives.  Today on the cusp of the first Open announcement we dive into what that all means this year.

Join Kosta and his guest: Tammy Key, Owner of Key Learning and Development. In this episode: In your experience, what do the best teams have in common? There's one thing mid-level managers, C-suite executives, parents and volunteer soccer coaches can all agree on: just because you have a group of people working together doesn't make them a team. You're an expert on leadership and team-building, and I think you're the perfect person to answer the question of what makes a group of people a team? How important is self-reflection and self-knowing in this team building process? Is it kind of like putting your own oxygen mask on first?Find out more about Key Learning and Development:https://www.keyforlearning.netBetter Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is a product of Morgan Franklin Media and recorded in Cookeville, TN.This episode of Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is made possible by our partners at Aspire Barber and Beauty Academy.Find out more about Aspire Barber and Beauty Academy:https://aspirebarberandbeauty.com

Our host Tiffany Anton sits down with Katherine Delk to talk all things business! Katherine owns KWS Inc., here in Cookeville, and she also owns The London Exchange that's downtown. She is also about to open an event venue here in town! They talk all about what led her here, her background, her current work, and more. Listen To The Local Matters Podcast Today! News Talk 94.1

This week on Local Matters, George Halford sits down with Mandy Perhay who is the CEO of the Cookeville YMCA. They talk all about the who: who is Mandy, where is she from, how did she get to where she's at now, her kids, her future plans, and more! Listen To The Local Matters Podcast Today! News Talk 94.1

Join Kosta and his guest: Michael Detwiler, local weather observer, member of CoCoRaHS and known across the Upper Cumberland as the Cookeville Weather Guy. In this episode: I think the only fitting first question for this episode has to be: can we actually predict the weather? Why do other weather reporters get it so wrong? You're an on the ground weather observer and member of CoCoRaHS, for everyone just now realizing that's how it's pronounced will you tell us about the program and what weather observers do? Why does keeping track of weather events matter for our community? What can we learn from the research you've done over the past 45 years? Find out more about Michael Detwiler:https://www.facebook.com/CookevilleWeatherGuyhttps://www.instagram.com/cookevillewxguyhttps://tempestwx.com/station/67890/Find out more about CoCoRaHS:https://www.cocorahs.org/Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is a product of Morgan Franklin Media and recorded in Cookeville, TN.This episode of Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is made possible by our partners at Miss Sallie's Market.Find out more about Miss Sallie's Market:https://www.misssallies.com

Join Kosta and his guest: Cindy Putman. Nationally recognized educator, advocate and consultant, Cindy works as the Ready To Learn Project Manager at WCTE and is the Academic Social Interventionist for the Putnam County School System. In this episode: You facilitated the first partnership between a public school system and a PBS station. You understand the importance of public works and the importance of giving more to those with less. What's your message to those who question the effectiveness of public education and resources in this critical time? In 2021 you received the Champion for Children Award from Sesame Street Workshop and PBS for your work with underserved children in vulnerable communities. PBS, WCTE, and members like you give our children in the Upper Cumberland opportunities and information they wouldn't have otherwise. Will you tell us how you've developed the Ready to Learn Program and how it's changed our community?Find out more about WCTE and Ready to Learn: https://www.wcte.org/https://thinktv.pbslearningmedia.org/collection/ready-to-learn/home/Find out more about Cindy Putman:https://www.cynthiaputman.org/Want to contact your Tennessee legislator? Find more here:https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/Apps/fml2022/search.aspxBetter Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is a product of Morgan Franklin Media and recorded in Cookeville, TN.This episode of Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is made possible by our partner Sabrina Brazle, The Realty Firm.Find out more about Sabrina Brazle:https://www.sabrinabrazle.com/

Join Kosta and his guest: Tayton Swift, Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles Football Player representing the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee and Fellowship of Christian Athletes. In this episode: You're not only a student athlete, you're a sponsored student athlete. Will you tell us about the process of securing sponsorships and how student athletes being able to profit from their NIL changes the opportunities they have throughout their career? Even as a student you're not missing any opportunities to build your brand and secure your legacy. How important is it for student athletes, especially student athletes who want to get sponsorship deals to have their own personal brand? It's undeniable that the next era of Golden Eagles football is here. We're building a new stadium, Coach Bobby Wilder is building the greatest team we've ever had and the momentum is unstoppable. What can you tell us about what's coming next?Find out more about Tayton Swift:https://linktr.ee/tayton_swiftFind out more about TN Tech Golden Eagle Football:https://www.ttusports.com/sports/fball/indexBetter Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is a product of Morgan Franklin Media and recorded in Cookeville, TN.This episode of Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is made possible by our partners at Volunteer State Community College.Find out more about Volunteer State Community College:https://www.volstate.edu/campuses/cookeville

Send us a textWelcome back, TOT fans! Well, well, well, what a week it was! Seventh heaven for Notts Forrest, Liverpool pop the Cherries, United are in the mud, Spurs pull out of their dive, and five star Arsenal humble City.This week, Dale, Hemal, and Asher start us off with Ryan and Casey coming in hot from Cookeville later in the show. Dale hustles the boys off the games "nobody cares about" as Asher and Cobalt discuss the inconsistency in teams in the PL. Ryan comes in and we talk about Spurs getting a much needed win, and Casey has to excuse himself with a cheek clencher. Then we get to the game everyone wants to discuss, the Arsenal dismantling of City. It's the win Arsenal needed, and City have never looked worse under Pep. It's a conundrum, but we attempt to unpack it. No show next Monday, as it's Super Bowl Sunday and we will all be watching with a gleam in our eyes, and prop bets in our hearts. The next PL game is the 2/12 make up fixture for Liverpool and Everton, and then the next Game Week is 2/14-16, so we'll be back 2/17 with a recap of that action.Thank you for listening! Please like, share, subscribe, download, telephone, tell a friend, and as always, WE LOVE YOU.

Join Kosta and his guest: Scott Miller, Founder and CEO of The Poverty Solution. In conjunction with countless partners and community leaders, UCDD and The Poverty Solution are overseeing a region-wide effort to lift 1,600 children and their families out of poverty by 2025.In this episode: Poverty isn't a fringe issue. It's our economic reality. As someone that's dedicated their life to helping communities alleviate poverty, what opportunities did you see in the Upper Cumberland? Getting out of poverty is hard. That might be the understatement of the century. It costs more to make money than to keep your benefits and not work at all. People want to work, they want to do better, but we've created a system completely contradictory to the objective. If we can't change the system, how do we improve the outcomes? Your ultimate goal is to change how we address poverty. On your website it says “It won't be easy. But it will change lives.” What do you hope people take away from that? Find out more about The Poverty Solution: https://www.thepovertysolution.comFind out more about Empower Upper Cumberland: https://empoweruppercumberland.orgBetter Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is a product of Morgan Franklin Media and recorded in Cookeville, TN.This episode of Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is made possible by our partners at Aspire Barber and Beauty Academy.Find out more about Aspire Barber and Beauty Academy:https://aspirebarberandbeauty.com

Jordan Coonce is the owner of Extended Mountain Fitness here in Cookeville! This week, she meets with host Tiffany Anton to talk all about how this brand new space was developed, different classes available, line dancing, self defense, and other fun events coming up. Listen to The Local Matters podcast today! News Talk 94.1

Join Kosta and his guest Chad Mynatt, Director of Manna Global Missions and Co-Director of El Puente Community Center. El Puente is a Hispanic Community Center located in Cookeville, TN. El Puente's mission is to create a welcoming community and offer resources that empower and connect the Hispanic community of the Upper Cumberland. In English “El Puente” means “Bridge”. El Puente es un centro comunitario para hispanos en Cookeville, TN.In this episode: Roughly 10% of people living in Putnam County are hispanic. It's the fastest growing minority in Putnam County and in Tennessee. Will you tell us about the origins of El Puente and what led you to creating this organization? You're white. That might be blunt to say, but it's true. You're a caucasian person that's created a community to help our hispanic neighbors. What role do white people play in being of service to minorities and how do we better love our neighbor? What do you wish people knew about the hispanic community in the Upper Cumberland?

Join Kosta and his guest: Susan Luna-Hazlewood, Director of Crawford Alumni Center at Tennessee Tech University. In this episode: Susan, you're the Executive Director of the Tennessee Tech Alumni Association, you're the Director of the Crawford Alumni Center and you also serve as the University's Chief Alumni Officer - needless to say, you know TTU alumni. But what do you wish every alumni knew about TTU? Higher education is an entire ecosystem all to itself - and I know that would take another full podcast episode to explain, but if you can condense it down, why does having a strong network of alumni matter for the growth and success of any university? In 2022 your daughter Ellie was diagnosed with Stage 4, High-Risk Neuroblastoma. At only 3 years old cancer had spread and was covering 80% of her body. After 15 months of chemotherapy, surgeries and treatment Ellie is officially in remission as of January 2024. How did this experience change you and your family? Find out more about Susan Luna-Hazlewood and Crawford Alumni Center: https://www.tntech.edu/univadv/cac/Are you a TTU Almuni? Sign up for the newsletter and update your information here:https://www.tntech.edu/univadv/cac/alumni-update.phpBetter Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is a product of Morgan Franklin Media and recorded in Cookeville, TN.This episode of Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is made possible by our partner Sabrina Brazle, The Realty Firm.Find out more about Sabrina Brazle:https://www.sabrinabrazle.com/

Join Kosta and his guest: David Uhrik, Owner and Director of Franklin Fixtures, US Pillars and Plenty Downtown Bookshop. In this episode: We'll start with the most topical question first, Plenty Bookshop moved across the street from 48 West Broad Street to 41 West Broad Street on January 1st. This is Plenty's 3rd location, and as an operations expert, I have to ask - what specifically spoke to you about this space?While many of our listeners might know you from Plenty Bookshop, and owning the company that built the You've Got Mail shelving, they might not know how Franklin Fixtures came to be or more importantly how it came to be in Cookeville. Will you give us a brief rundown of the company's past 50-years and how it made its way from Cape Cod to the Upper Cumberland?What I find the most fascinating about your story is - this was never the plan. You didn't go out seeking any of this. What's your advice to anyone that knows they're meant for something greater, but has no idea how to make it happen?Find out more about Plenty Downtown Bookshop:https://www.plentybookshop.com/

Join Kosta and his guest: McTelvin Agim, Defensive Lineman for the Tennessee Titans.In this episode: You know better than anyone becoming a professional athlete takes a lifetime of work and dedication. Let's go all the way back to the beginning - what was life like for you as a kid?Over the last two years you've signed with the Broncos, Colts, Texans, and now the Titans - you've had the opportunity to work with hundreds of world's most talented athletes and coaches, but of course - all us Titans fans want to know, what makes the Titans the best team in the NFL?There are unbelievable pressures on athletes of every level. How do you deal with the pressure of being on a professional team and separating yourself from both the wins and the losses?Find out more about the Tennessee Titans:https://www.tennesseetitans.com/Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is a product of Morgan Franklin Media and recorded in Cookeville, TN.This episode of Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is made possible by our partners at Volunteer State Community College.Find out more about Volunteer State Community College:https://www.volstate.edu/campuses/cookeville