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Join Kosta and his guest: Penny Foister, Director of Putnam County 911. In this episode: I think there's only one question we can start this episode with: what happens when we call 911? You started as an EMT in 1992 with our favorite County Mayor Mr. Randy Porter. We'd be hard pressed to find someone that knows more about emergency services in Putnam County than you, so I have to ask: what's the hardest job in emergency services? What's something the average person completely misunderstands about calling 911?Find out more about Putnam County 911:https://putnamcountytn.gov/911-centerBetter 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

Bro. Charlie Wills is the Youth/Student Pastor at Poplar Grove Baptist Church in Cookeville, TN.

Our host Tiffany Anton sits down with Bruce Helton And Zach Sing who work at Print Link Printing. This is a commercial printing company that is local to Cookeville. They started off as a print broker then bought equipment and began working on their own. Hear all about how printing has changed across 29 years, the work Bruce and Zach do for the company, it's future, and more! Listen To The Local Matters Podcast Today! News Talk 94.1

In this conversation, I chat with Kristie Kirby, whom I met at Partners in Policy-Making, a leadership program held by the Tennessee Council on Developmental Disability. This is a free 8 month advocacy training program.Timeline of conversation1:00 Introduction2:00 Kristie is a teacher's assistant.2:12 What is SACC?4:00 How does the SACC program work?5:15 Recruiting Volunteers6:00 Upcoming Resource Fair7:00 Exhibitors12:00 The Resource Fair will be at the Vine Branch Church, 2262 Bowser Rd, Cookeville, on June 14 from 10 am to 2 pmYou can reach Kristie Kirby at sacccookeville@gmail.com

Join Kosta and his guest: John Nisbet, Attorney and Founder of The Rogers Project.In this episode: We're going to talk about what it really means to have law and order, but first I think there's a bigger question on everyone's mind, especially today: is there still justice for all? It's unfortunate that we have to remind listeners this, but I think we should, representation in a court of law is a fundamental human right in the United States and most of the world. There's a larger national conversation about where our tax dollars go, what we should be subsidizing and who really deserves our help. Will you put into perspective why paying for public defenders and ensuring every person has a voice in the court of law should matter to all of us? For most of your career, in one way or another, you've represented individuals who couldn't afford to seek representation for themselves. Whether it was being a public defender, working with the Rogers Project, or simply volunteering your time, you've seen the wheels of justice turning up close. What's something you wish every person in our community knew about the courts system and the individuals who find themselves there?Find out more about John Nisbet and The Rogers Project:https://johnnisbetlaw.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 and listeners.Speak out and help ensure necessary programming is available for generations to come and support WCTE PBS:https://protectmypublicmedia.org/

During this episode, our host Tiffany Anton talks to the owner of Simply Screens, Paul Krupa. Simply Screens keeps the bugs OUT with the highest quality screen solutions - originally in Knoxville, but now serving the Crossville and Cookeville area. Hear about business challenges, development, expertise, and more! Listen To The Local Matters Podcast Today! News Talk 94.1

Join Kosta and his guest: Melanie Hendricks, Plateau Regional Director for Alzheimer's Tennessee. In This Episode: Alzheimer's is the 6th leading cause of death in the United States. Between 1999 and 2014 Alzheimer's deaths in Tennessee more than doubled. Collectively, we'll do almost anything to avoid talking about aging, death and what all of this will mean for ourselves and our family. Knowing what you know, what one conversation you wish every family would have when it comes to aging, care and Alzhimer's? To what extent is memory loss a normal part of aging? How can we tell the difference between forgetfulness and early signs of Alzheimer's? There's a lot of talk recently about food dyes, pesticides, and external forces in our food supply that are causing illness, chronic disease and worse. When it comes to Alzheimer's prevention and our own lifestyle choices, what can we improve on? Can choices like diet, exercise, or even community involvement significantly reduce the risk or possibly delay the onset of Alzheimer's?Find out more about Alzheimer's Tennessee:https://www.alztennessee.org/Get in Touch with Melanie Hendricks and the Cumberland Plateau Office:South Lowe Avenue, Suite ICookeville, TN 38501931 526-8011  melanie.hendricks@tnalz.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 Miss Sallie's Market.Find out more about Miss Sallie's Market:https://www.misssallies.com

COURAGE OF THE MIDWIVES: Standing for Life in a Culture of Death | Mother's Day Sermon

Host Ben Rodgers sits down with Holly Williams and Kelly Clarkson to talk about the Area Agency On Aging And Disability here at the UCDD in Cookeville. Hear about their life stories, what led them to this position, the people they help, requirements, etc. Listen To The Local Matters Podcast Today! News Talk 94.1

Today I'm fired up from the Spring Workshop and a pretty fantastic concert we had yesterday with my choir in Cookeville, tn. We will share the stories, the people, the late-night brainstorms, the amazing food, and yes... the sea sponges. If you've never been to one, this episode will be a fun listen and if you have - I hope you enjoy the journey through LFTN25. Featured Event: Wild Foraging Walk with Strong Roots Resources – May 10, strongrootsresources.com Sponsor 1: EMP Shield – Protect your home, car, and gear from lightning strikes and power surges. empshield.com — Use coupon code LFTN for a $50 discount.
 Sponsor 2: Discount Mylar Bags – Long-term food storage doesn't have to break the bank. Quality mylar bags, oxygen absorbers, and more. discountmylarbags.com Tales from the Prepper Pantry - The prepper pantry is finally usable and mostly organized—still clearing out the last of the Spring Workshop aftermath
 - Pulling road food from the freezers: steaks travel well, plus premade chili, soup, scotch eggs, and dried salami
 - May is audit month for leftover canned goods
 - Planting a much smaller garden this year since we moved it—but still planting
 - Also, I GOT BROCCOLI. Weekly Shopping Report I made a trip on Tuesday to Food City for a couple of bags of flour and a 22 lb. bag of Meow Mix (that our cats ask for by name); and Walgreens for the goop I put in my eye at night (“Stye”) so it doesn't dry out. Only the first Tuesday in the month is Walgreens' “senior day,” when Grumpy Old Men (and women) get a discount.
For our usual trip, the weather gave us a clear stretch amidst the bands of heavy rain on Thursday. Most people must have decided to wait, as there was little traffic.
Dollar Tree was first. They're finally out of the big non-carbonated Monsters I was getting, but there were plenty of other choices. Stock levels throughout the store looked good. Sonia has been able to find some craft items in there lately.
We also went to Hobby Lobby for some acrylic paint. We didn't walk around the whole store looking at other stock, but I didn't see empty sections or anything else odd. Things may change with the tariffs on Dragon Country, but not yet. They were “normal-busy” with a short wait to check out.
The online price of a 2x4x8 stud at Home Depot is still $3.85.
Aldi was last. We found everything we wanted. Staple prices were: bread (20 oz. white): $1.39; eggs: $4.97; whole milk: $2.92; heavy cream: $5.29; OJ: $4.09; butter: $3.49 (-); bacon: $3.99; potatoes: $4.39; sugar: $2.99; flour: $2.35; and 80% ground beef: $4.59.
Untainted regular gasoline at Weigels is still $3.59/gallon. Operation Independence I had a great conversation with John Pugliano this week that's helping bring clarity to the next big project here at the Holler. I'm still sorting out the details, but it's one of those moments where a few things click into place, and you realize what really needs to happen next. Hint: It starts with some RV spots. Main Topic: Behind the Scenes at the LFTN Spring Workshop Today I want to pull back the curtain on what really makes the Spring Workshop special—not the agenda, not the official sessions, but the stuff that makes it unforgettable.
 Glenn's Rum – He always shows up with something we've never tried. This year? It was memorable. Let's just leave it at that. Carnivore Scotch Duck Eggs – Y'all, the food. This isn't your standard workshop fare. It's duck eggs. It's bacon. It's food that fuels you for real work. Alan Booker measuring brix – Alan showed me how to measure brix in my plants, gave me a compliment, then called my leaves "aphid food." And you know what? He was right. Patrick Roehrman's precision strike – My one-of-a-kind MT Knives kitchen knife got used to slice a carpenter bee out of the air. No, really. While it was flying. Emily Zanotti Skyles and the plantain spit war – She left fired up about wild edibles. Her kids? They took that knowledge and turned it into backyard ammo. The greenhouse swim spa debate – We planned to function-stack a greenhouse over the swim spa… and ended up realizing Nicole just needs to bury her electrical lines already. Ian's moment – On his way home, Ian stopped by his family land and decided: it's time. That's the kind of clarity these weekends bring. John Pugliano and Meshtastic – He helped all of us finally understand how Meshtastic works—and why it matters. Leos' pop-up blacksmithing – Did I mention we had a surprise forge session? Because of course we did. Glenn's hamburgers – Day one. Fire. Flavor. No notes. Gavin and the birds – Gavin wandered through the holler like a nature monk with binoculars, pointing out the birds we miss every day. Jack Spirko's bioreactor breakthrough – Sometimes the right fencing and weed cloth are all it takes to spark a better compost design. Community eggs – Between scotch eggs, scrambles, and three separate egg suppliers, we fed the holler crew with ease—and had leftovers. Late-night wrestling matches – You know who you are. I won't name names… this time. Pocket door rescues – Multiple saves were made, but one prepper decided to handle it solo. Mad respect. The sea sponges – If you know, you know. And finally—YOU – The participants. Every single person showed up not just to learn, but to help each other figure out their next chapter. So why haven't you taken your shot? Is it the money? The time? The fear of people? Or do you just think you're not good enough? If it is that last one, take a good hard look at that because you are. You are good enough. You deserve to build your dream. And you can do it - it may look different when you get there than you thought it would, but you can go further - but it takes hard work, strong community and it takes being a DOER. Make it a great week, GUYS! Don't forget about the cookbook, Cook With What You Have by Nicole Sauce and Mama Sauce.    Community Follow me on Nostr: npub1u2vu695j5wfnxsxpwpth2jnzwxx5fat7vc63eth07dez9arnrezsdeafsv Mewe Group: https://mewe.com/join/lftn Telegram Group: https://t.me/LFTNGroup Odysee: https://odysee.com/$/invite/@livingfree:b Resources Membership Sign Up Holler Roast Coffee Harvest Right Affiliate Link  

Join Kosta and his guest:  Alex Lisic, Executive Pastor at Christpoint Church and Creative Director at Fufild. In this episode: Most of our listeners probably know you from your time at LifeChurch and now, Christpoint Church where you and Elizabeth serve as Executive Pastors. Will you tell us about Christpoint and what makes it such a special place to worship? Not to go too far behind the curtain here, but you kind of have two full time jobs. You're volunteering as the Executive Pastor at Christpoint and you're the Creative Director at Fufild. What is Fufild? How does it work? Why should we get it? As a country, state and community we're asking hard questions right now. It's a new day, but there's also a lot of work to be done. There's a lot of work to be done in communities of faith specifically. When you look around, and you think about the work that needs to be done, what do you want next for Christpoint and churches across the country? Find out more about Christpoint Church: https://www.christpoint.church/Find out more about Fufild: https://fufild.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 and listeners.Speak out and help ensure necessary programming is available for generations to come and support WCTE PBS:https://protectmypublicmedia.org/

Join Kosta and his guest: Diana Mandli, scholar, entrepreneur, founder and former owner of the Bull and Thistle Gastropub. In this episode: Last week we talked with our friend Mark Dudney about the history of Jackson County and what brought us here today. Gainesboro is having a renaissance and it's impossible to talk about the future of Jackson County without the woman that helped start it all. When you opened the Bull and Thistle in 2013 did you have any idea this would create a chain reaction that would bring Gainesboro back to life? Like the rest of the Upper Cumberland, you have growing pains. More business. More restaurants. More people. More opportunities. More questions. For anyone that's asking - what's going on in Jackson County? What do you say? Change is scary. I know that's the understatement of the year, but it rings through this entire conversation and Jackson County. Change is scary. How do we see the entire Upper Cumberland through the change and decisions we have to make right now? 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 Miss Sallie's Market.Find out more about Miss Sallie's Market:https://www.misssallies.com

God's Unfathomable Love: Unpacking John 3:16 - Powerful Sermon on God's Love Revealed

THE ART OF LISTENING: Becoming a True Witness for Christ | Biblical Evangelism

O the Depth of the Riches: The Wisdom of God | Tim Crotts | 2025 Bible Conference

The Building Blocks of Wisdom: Joseph's Journey from Slave to Ruler | Pastor Melvin Daniel

Tiffany Anton, our host, sits down with realtor and business owner Darren Reed who owns The Fresh Rinse here in Cookeville. They talk all about how the business came together, what they do, why they decided to open the business, and more! Listen To The Local Matters Podcast Today! News Talk 94.1

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/

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/

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