#125 Surprised by JackMy guest is Bob Hereford, who tells his story of how C.S. Lewis's writings and teachings changed his life. One of C.S. Lewis's books is Surprised by Joy." Hereford's book is Surprised by Jack." Jack was C.S. Lewis' nickname. Bob was surprised that C.S. Lewis could make Christianity "make sense." He now realizes that Lewis was not only making Christianity make sense, but given the world we live in today, his writings were prophetic, making our perverse world make sense - and not in a good way.Aug 08, 202433:40#124 Never Again - Abe's StoryMy guest is Helen Bissell. She will tell the story of Abram Korn, a Holocaust survivor who incredibly somehow survived 6 1/2 years of hell on earth and lived to tell his story in a book entitled "Abe's Story." The story is horrific, but it is inspiring and spiritually uplifting and will remind you why you are proud to be an American. To contact Helen to learn more, to order a book or to book her to speak to your group, the website is AbesStory.orgAug 01, 202457:40#123 Hall of Famer Pete JohnsonIf sports is the great unifier, Pete Johnson was the minister who married us at Peach County High School during school integration in 1970. An elite athlete, Pete stood out in the small town of Fort Valley, Georgia, during tumultuous times, during his senior year of high school in New York, at Ohio State University, and in the NFL. You will see that Pete still stands out today. Jul 18, 202447:41#122 Part 2: Steve Dugan Story Part Two: A political child prodigy and close confidant of a future President of the United States and a popular Georgia Congressman, this interview with Steve Dugan is full of entertaining and inspirational stories of two great men. But it is also a story of heartache and faith. Jul 07, 202447:04#121 Part 1: Steve Dugan Story A political child prodigy and close confidant of a future President of the United States and a popular Georgia Congressman, this interview with Steve Dugan is full of entertaining and inspirational stories of two great men. But it is also a story of heartache and faith. Jul 04, 202441:09#120 Boaz Shalgi in IsraelIf you want to know what is going on in Israel and why it is important to you, please take a few minutes to listen to my Jewish friend Boaz Shalgi. He is in Galilee in Israel and has a unique insight into the Israel - Gaza conflict. If you would like to join us and help Boaz and his family financially during this difficult time, please send checks to EDI Travel, Inc., 650 HWY 27, STE 5 #310, Somerset, KY 42501. Please designate your check for Boaz Shalgi, I whole heartedly encourage you to do so if you are able.Jun 20, 202444:04#119 The Brandon O'Hearn StoryVeteran Major League Baseball Agent Brandon O'Hearn is my guest. Brandon has recently been in the news as being hired as the agent of Georgia Bulldog sensation, Charlie Condon, the potential Number One Draft Pick in MLB this summer. You will learn Brandon's path to the big league business world is an interesting one and he has a story of his own. Jun 12, 202454:29#118 You Don't Have to be a StarThis is the incredible story of ordinary people from a small church doing incredible things almost thirty years ago. This is the story of an Easter Play put on by the First Baptist Church of Butler, Ga. There are huge life lessons included. Steve and Lorianne Skidmore are my guests - along with soundbites from a few others who witnessed it.May 30, 202401:04:25#115 One Stellar CareerMy new friends, Duwayne and Helen Yantes, are a delightful couple from South Dakota. They have been married for 67 years, raised six kids, and now have over six dozen direct descendants. They have some things to say about marriage, raising kids, and living by faith. Their career was their marriage and their family. I think you will agree, they had a stellar career. May 02, 202452:46#114 A Breath of Fresh AirMy guest is Connie Carey, a professional musician, singer, speaker, entertainer, humorist, storyteller, and inspirational communicator. And I left stuff out. I could have talked to her all day. Apr 18, 202456:59#113 Bonus - Gunsmoke w/ Matt DillonMy wife and I traveled to Dodge City and took a trip back in time. I had the honor to sit down with Matt Dillon to ask him some questions all fans of Gunsmoke want to know. Dodge City is a dangerous place so we were glad to make it back to Georgia alive. The things i do for my podcast audience...Apr 08, 202419:06#112 The Way it Used to Be My guest is 92-year-old Peggy Lucas. She will take us back to the way things used to be. Wisdom flows from her like a gentle river.Apr 04, 202443:39#111 Don't Stop DreamingMy guest is Rudy Underwood, who began on a small farm outside of Reynolds, GA, but through the encouragement of a determined mother, dreamed of bigger things. He recently retired with an office overlooking the United States Capitol in Washington, DC. This is a story of adversity, success, and big dreams that came true. Mar 21, 202449:17#110 A Living MiracleMark Mullins is truly a living miracle. At the age of 14, he was an eyewitness to the sudden and violent death of both of his parents. He will talk in detail about that horrific day. But his story is much more. Mark will talk about his meandering journey during the next 43 years of his life, the ups and downs of it all, and how he eventually not only learned to live with what happened but how he found peace. Due to the graphic nature of part of this story, listener discretion is advised. Mar 07, 202455:11#109 Affluence to Food StampsMy guest is my friend and fraternity brother, David Bishop, whose life journey has taken him from a place of affluence to a place of being, in his words, penniless, isolated, and occasionally homeless. This college graduate now depends on a meager government check and food stamps to survive. He is smart, well-read, and articulate but has been debilitated in ways most of us do not understand. His story will shine a light on what can be dark places in our society.Feb 22, 202449:41#108 Funerals on the Big StageMy guest is Bob Boetticher, Sr., the founder of LHT Consulting Group. If you have watched a high-profile funeral on television in the last twenty years or so, there is a good chance you have seen him. He has led the SCI Ceremonial Funeral Team, which executes with detailed precision on the largest stages. We will take a look behind the scenes at how they operate. Bob is also a funeral historian. He writes columns for several professional publications and has been an expert consultant on several television shows, including the popular "Six Feet Under" series. Bob, the consummate funeral director, will also give sage advice on what it takes to succeed in the funeral profession.Feb 08, 202445:12#107 While She Reads with Katie DodrillKatie Dodrill, the granddaughter of my fifth-grade teacher, is now a college professor. Her stories will make you smile, and you will be inspired by her passion for reading. While she was reading, God worked miracles in her life that will make you smile. While she reads, she and her hubby are busy with life - making a living and raising a beautiful little girl. While she reads, she also writes books and has now found time to star in her own YouTube show called (you guessed it) "While I Read." Get ready to be inspired by a special lady, Jan 25, 202448:39#106 Death and Life 2024I lost two brothers-in-law during Christmas. I share a few personal thoughts and also let my listeners in on a new project I am working on for 2024. Jan 11, 202412:28#105 Expand Your HorizonsMy guest is President, CEO and Curator of the National Museum of Funeral History in Houston TX, Genevieve Keeney-Vazquez. She takes a healthy look at life and death as she talks about some of the things you will find at the museum that contains the largest collection of funeral related items in America and most likely the world. Whether you visit the museum in person or virtually, you will be educated, inspired and entertained. You will also add a bucket list item if you have never visited. Dec 28, 202338:19#102 Steve Mack UnveiledSteve Mack was an iconic senior leader of Service Corporation International, the largest funeral company in America. He died in 2015 at the age of 63 but his legacy continues. At first impression, he was a commanding and formidable figure but when the veil is removed, you find one remarkable leader and gentleman. There are many leadership and life lessons here from true stories of his life and death told by men who knew him well. Laugh. Think. Cry.Nov 16, 202301:02:29#101 ENCORE A Different UndertakingDan Buchanan was one of my teachers in mortuary school, who later became president of the college. A Vietnam veteran and life-long funeral director, he discusses why someone would get in the funeral business and a little of his incredible journey. This originally was released as Episode #40 on July 21, 2022.Nov 02, 202301:01:56#100 The Murder of Bur MontfortThis is the story of tragedy in a small South Georgia town that came about when a controversial home for troubled youth moved in to be a part of the community. Some predicted something bad could happen. Something bad happened. And it happened to one of the very best of us. Oct 26, 202329:30#99 ENCORE It's Your CallA repeat by popular demand, this is the inspiring story of the late Bruce Burch, an iconic Nashville songwriter, as told by his brother David Burch, his ex-wife and best friend Cindy Mulherin and their son Matthew Burch. You might not recognize his name but you will recognize the songs he wrote. There are huge life lessons here. If you missed it when it first streamed over a year ago, here it is again. Oct 19, 202301:14:27#97 ENCORE I Believe I Can FlyA wife, homemaker and mother of four, Cristi Horne's world fell apart when she lost her hubby and soulmate to cancer in 2014. She picked up the pieces and somehow moved on with life - and became a flight attendant for a major airline... and then - a pilot. She also went back to college and is now close to graduating with a degree in Aviation Science and is working toward her Commercial Pilot license. And by the way, all four of her kids are thriving. This is a story of which movies are made. Originally released in April 2022 - this edition includes a few updates. Sep 21, 202344:47#96 One Bad DudeThe brutal murder of local merchant Henry James took place in the small town of Reynolds Ga in March of 1915 at the home of Dr. C.C. (Clyde) Hill. Dr. Hill was the pharmacist and civic leader who came from one of Reynolds great families. Clyde's life began to unravel after the murder. This is his incredible story.Sep 07, 202352:25#95 ENCORE The Making of a DawgThis first aired a year ago as Episode #43 on August 11, 2022. It is full of stories of my life at the University of Georgia from 1972-1976 - including fraternity life and UGA football. You will have the opportunity to laugh, think and cry. There are also audio clips of Georgia football included. Since we won a second natty since this aired, I have added a little audio to commemorate that. If you went to another university or college, this will bring back memories ofd your own experience. And... if you just enjoy real-life stories, this is for you. Aug 24, 202358:18#94 ENCORE Will Life Always Be Like This?My guest was Ray Tiencken.. a self- made man who started with nothing and was mad with the world for many years.. but made something of himself in spite of the mountains he had to climb. This episode was originally released on July 28, 2022 as Episode $41.Aug 10, 202349:46#93 SPECIAL: Better Together Servant Leadership ConferenceThis conference will be held in Perry Ga at the Agricenter on August 26th and will feature internationally known speakers and authors, Jon Gordon and Damon West. Gordon has authored 18 books, including The Energy Bus. West is the creator of the Coffee Bean story and co- authored that book with Gordon. Tickets can be purchased on the GoFan app by searching "Perry High School." My guests on this podcast are local organizers, David Grossnickle and Coach Kevin Smith, along with Damon West. You don't want to miss this event. We are better together! Learn all about the conference here.Jul 27, 202342:11#92 ENCORE Beauty and the BeastOriginally aired as Episode #20 on March 24 2022. Bailey Poole was my guest. A riveting and inspirational story of a young lady who has been fighting Cystic Fibrosis her entire life. She has wisdom far beyond her years and her future is bright. Jul 20, 202351:49#91 Taking a BreakAfter 90 episodes and over 76 hours of content, I will take a break from podcasting. My plan is to be back. In the meantime, we will enter into an Encore phase, releasing an encore episode every other week. Television calls them re-runs. Thanks for listening and stay tuned. Until later....Jul 13, 202304:36#90 Get Off the Eggshells w/ Scott WestbrookSome people are just wired to see the funny things in life. Scott Westbrook is my guest and he is one of those people. He sees the humor in everything and for those of us who know him, he has made our lives much richer. He will now make yours richer. Enjoy.Jul 06, 202354:27#89 Terry Luck - Ability to AvailabilityTerry Luck, former quarterback for the Nebraska Cornhuskers and the NFL Cleveland Browns, is my guest. You will hear behind the scenes talk of being recruited by multiple colleges to play football, basketball and baseball and how he made the Nebraska decision. You will also will get a glimpse of what goes on in football at the highest level. You will also realize that Terry and his wife, Janice, gave up a very lucrative profession at the height of it, to be available for the cause of Christ. Terry Luck is made out of special stuff. Jun 29, 202358:01#87 Lauren Alaina UnlockedLauren Alaina captured America's heart in 2011 when she was runner-up in the 10th Season of American Idol at age 15. Today she is a country music star and has just released new music. But there is much more to this now 28 year old beauty than music. She tells her behind the scenes story here that includes detours and major potholes along the way. Fame did translate to success... but it did not come easy. You will be charmed, entertained and inspired. Jun 15, 202356:30#86 Moments in Time - Just for LaughsIf you like to laugh.. this is for you. You just can't make this stuff up!Jun 08, 202345:04#85 Nothing is Impossible w/Jackie K CooperAt 81, Jackie K. Cooper is a YouTube sensation with over 105,000 channel subscribers and 2.3 million views of his videos. He is a nationally known movie critic with years of contributing to Rotten Tomatoes and the Huffington Post - and is still having a blast today. Additionally Jackie is a local TV personality, newspaper columnist and author of 8 books. He is also an attorney. Did I mention he is also a master storyteller? Listen in and you will understand why so many people are following him on YouTube. His life is proof positive that absolutely nothing is impossible. Jun 01, 202352:47#84 "I Told You So" with James LiipfertFrom the little town of Marshallville Ga to the NFL front office of the Houston Texans, this story (or something similar) could have been predicted by all who knew James when he was growing up. You will learn from behind the scenes a little of what it is like to be a NFL Scout. But more importantly, this is a story of great parenting, relentless hard work and finding success. We can all learn from James Liipfert.May 25, 202354:58#83 The Journey of Dr Randy KennedyDr Randy Kennedy is a long time pastor and minister and much in demand speaker. He also spent many years as the chaplain for pro athletic teams and a senior golf tour. God has used his unique vantage point of the lives of pro athletes to not only relate to them but also to positively impact many others. But long before he was in ministry, Randy was a drummer for a rock n roll band. The band ended up on the Dick Clark Happening 68 national TV show. The most requested song for him as a drummer in those days was the very familiar "Wipe Out." He still plays that song on the drums today... and remembers. But many years ago, Randy experienced a real wipeout in the ministry. If not for the unconditional love of the pro athletes with the Atlanta Hawks, Randy may have given up on ministry forever. In saving Randy's ministry, the athletes saved the lives of multitude of others Randy has impacted along the way. This is a powerful story of a gifted servant - but more importantly it is a story of grace and restoration.May 18, 202357:05#81 Wisdom Belongs to the AgedMy guest is 98 year old Sarah Riley from Butler GA who remembers everything. She talks about her wonderful life but as you might imagine - she is also full of wisdom. You will be impressed, delighted and inspired by her story. You will also be captivated by the wisdom that comes from the mouth of someone who has earned the right to share it. May 04, 202351:14#80 Donald Whatley's Golden VoiceWhen Don Whatley died in 1993, I thought we had lost his golden voice forever. But due to some recordings he made with a cassette tape in his dining room and the wonders of today's technology, his voice is now alive and well. The music and sound is not perfect - but his voice is as perfect as it can get. Relax and listen as he sings some old hymns and other gospel songs as only he could sign them. As a bonus, his widow Hazel Whatley Terry, joins me at the beginning. You will be blessed.Apr 27, 202301:07:24#79 Trailer Park JesusMy guest is Giles Amos, who rightfully earned the nickname, Trailer Park Jesus. It is a story of overcoming incredible odds and many real obstacles to earning a full athletic scholarship at the University of Alabama. This is surely a football story but it is much more a story about life and the mountains we have to climb. If I was a movie maker, I would certainly make one entitled "Trailer Park Jesus." You will be challenged and inspired.Apr 20, 202351:14#78 Simple WisdomAshlee Culverhouse Cleveland talks about her incredible grandparents, Jack and Dorothy Culberhouse. She talks about their simple way of life in the country and the impact they had on her life. Get ready to have your heart strings pulled and discover the simple wisdom that can help you live a more fulfilling life.Apr 13, 202352:59#77 Women in Funeral ServiceFemale funeral directors have greatly influenced a positive change in the funeral profession. Three experienced and outstanding female directors (Tracy Crook, Jessica Kline and Lindsey Whitmore) give advice to a young lady (Jordan Rodgers) who is just beginning her career. They will talk about why they got in the business, changes they have experienced and what they believe women bring to the table. They will also speak obstacles they have overcome and will give personal advice to a young lady who is just beginning. They will also open your eyes to an amazing profession that is most likely much different than you think - and talk about great career opportunities for women. Apr 06, 202355:09#76 Bringing in the SheavesMy guest is my former high school English/Literature teacher, Mrs. Betty Cleveland. She is 93 years old now and still living large. Growing up in the depression in northeast Georgia to wonderful and wise parents, lessons were taught and seeds were planted that produced an abundant harvest that she nor her parents could have imagined. As she looks back, she can only rejoice at her incredible journey. You will be inspired by her story and challenged by the life lessons she teaches.Mar 30, 202301:02:18
