Make A Difference Minute: Honor And Respect with Emma Slagle
On tomorrow’s Make A Difference Minute, we’ll once again be highlighting Honor And Respect LLC with Emma Slagle! Sponsor: BamaEstatePlanning.com Harlan D Mitchell Legal Services LLC
3m Feb 24, 2022
3m
Making A Difference: Honor & Respect with Emma Slagle & Wheelchair Van Effort for Charity
Since 2018, Emma Slagle, who will graduate from the University of Northern Iowa in May, has been working with her dad, Ron Slagle, to help make their business, Honor And Respect LLC, a success. With the assistance of UNI John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center, Honor and Respect is an American-flag-themed athletic shoe and apparel business that she and her dad, who is a police officer, created t...
46m Feb 24, 2022
46m
Make A Difference Minute: Jennifer Kennedy Shares Kidney4TerryT Effort
Terry Tillery needs a kidney donor and his need is hitting the airwaves on the Make A Difference Minute today! Jennifer Kennedy, who just received a kidney donation herself, shares about this effort to help a former Gardendale High School classmate. Please listen & share. Sponsor: Green's Dependable Hardware Russellville, Alabama
2m Feb 23, 2022
2m
Making A Difference: Daniel Long's Special Gift & Kidney4TerryT
Tonight’s show is focused on gifts. In the first two segments, my friend and former Hueytown High School classmate Jo Shipman shares about a special gift that she received from Daniel Long whose wife, Rachel, passed away after a vehicle accident in October. During The Mary Faye Headrick Good Deed Segment, Jennifer Gooch Kennedy, who just received the gift of a kidney herself, shares about a f...
49m Feb 23, 2022
49m
Make A Difference Minute: Jo Shipman Shares About A Special Gift
On this MADM, a former Hueytown classmate Jo Shipman is sharing about a special effort that began out of tragedy. On October 7th, 2021, Rachel Long lost her life in a vehicle accident. From that loss, Rachel's husband, Daniel, began using his blacksmithing talent to offer a free gift to others. Jo was one of the recipients of this gift and it has changed her outlook on life. Sponsor: Athens Bi...
2m Feb 22, 2022
2m
Making A Difference: Rhett's Autism Misson
On this full edition of TMWS, I have special guest Rhett Yates who is bringing awareness to autism through an effort called, "Rhett's Autism Mission!" I hope that you will listen to this amazing young man and find out how you can support his effort! Link: RhettAutismMission.com
36m Feb 22, 2022
36m
Make A Difference Minute: Rhett's Autism Mission
This guy, folks! His name is Rhett Yates. He is 23 years old. He is on the autism spectrum. And he’s making a huge difference! Tune in to the Make A Difference Minute and share it with others as Rhett shares some of his passion behind Rhett's Autism Mission! Link: RhettAutismMission.com Sponsor: Bankston Motor Homes
3m Feb 21, 2022
3m
Make A Difference Minute: Will Douglas & Holly Douglas Share Traumatic Brain Injury Experience
On tomorrow’s Make A Difference Minute, we are putting Holly & Will Douglas back on the air to share about Will’s traumatic brain injury and highlighting the needs of the TBI community. Sponsor: NorthAlabama.org
2m Feb 20, 2022
2m
Cora's Corner: Seeds for Sharing by Carissa Lovvorn with Special Guest 3-year-old Kennedy Gobell
Today, we have a brand new episode of Cora’s Corner with Cora's first special guest, 3-year-old Kennedy Gobell! On today's show, Cora will be reading, “Seeds for Sharing” written by Carissa Behel Lovvorn and illustrated by Joshua Wichterich! This segment is a whole lot of fun with two precious girls, so we hope you’ll tune in and share!
4m Feb 19, 2022
4m
Making A Difference: Michelle Hopkins Have Hope & Cora's Corner
We have a great show lined up for you today! Thanks to Kathryn the Grape, I have Michelle Hopkins joining me to share about her song "Have Hope” and bring awareness to MPS! After my conversation with Michelle, we’ll have a brand new episode of Cora’s Corner with special guest, 3-year-old Kennedy, as Cora reads, “Seeds for Sharing” written by Carissa Behel Lovvorn! Today’s show is going to be a ...
30m Feb 19, 2022
30m
Make A Difference Minute: Bray & Karrie Sawyers
A heartwarming message from Alabama Football player Kneeland Hibbett, an autograph from Coach Nick Saban, and lots of people coming together to show love and concern for Bray Sawyers, that’s what inspires tomorrow’s Make A Difference Minute with Bray and his mom, Karrie. Sponsor: Boutique Air
3m Feb 19, 2022
3m
Making A Difference: Brittany Raines Harris, Karrie & Cool Kid Bray Sawyers
On this edition of TMWS, Cora and I travelled to McCalla, Alabama, to visit with Bray Sawyers as well as his mom, Karrie, and Brittany Raines Harris. Bray had been struggling lately and we wanted to encourage him. In edition to a special message from Alabama Football player Kneeland Hibbett, we even had a special surprise from Coach Nick Saban's office! Listen, be encouraged, and share.
27m Feb 19, 2022
27m
Make A Difference Minute: Tornado Helmet Safety with Renee Cayton
On this MADM, Renee Cayton, founder of Tornado Helmet Safety is sharing about what inspired her to begin the effort and the amazing support she has received from Meteorologist James Spann. Listen & share. Sponsor: Bankston Motor Homes BankstonMotorHomes.com
3m Feb 18, 2022
3m
Making A Difference: Tornado Helmet Safety with Renee Cayton
As we prepare for severe weather in our area this afternoon, I am going to do things a little different by airing the show earlier. On this episode, you can hear my conversation with Tornado Helmet Safety founder Renee Cayton. We’re talking about tornado safety and how you can stay informed through her effort. Please share.
24m Feb 17, 2022
24m
Make A Difference Minute: Hydrocephalus Association CEO Diana Gray
We’re continuing to bring awareness to hydrocephalus as we highlight the work of the Hydrocephalus Association CEO Diana Gray! Link: HydroAssoc.org Sponsor: BamaEstatePlanning.com
3m Feb 17, 2022
3m
Making A Difference: Hydrocephalus Association CEO Diana Gray in Honor of Balian Funderburk
In honor of Balian Funderburk and his successful brain surgery today, on tonight’s show, I am bringing awareness to hydrocephalus by re-airing my interview with Hydrocephalus Association CEO Diana Gray! P.S. It's from October 2021, so please ignore any date references.
31m Feb 17, 2022
31m
Make A Difference Minute: Landon's Battle with Red 40
On today's MADM, Mary Edgil-Mills is sharing about her grandson, Landon, and what he experiences due to a severe allergy to Red 40. I hope you will listen & share. Sponsor: Green's Dependable Hardware Russellville, Alabama
3m Feb 16, 2022
3m
Making A Difference: Mary Edgil-Mills Shares Grandson's Allergy to Red 40
Earlier today, I posted about how something didn’t have to affect me directly to care about another’s challenges. Later on, I saw a post from Mary Edgil-Mills about her bonus grandson, 5-year-old Landon, who is severely allergic to Red #40. Not only is Landon allergic to Red #40, but it is begging to affect his self-perception. After hearing about Landon’s situation, I recognized him with TMWS’...
34m Feb 16, 2022
34m
Make A Difference Minute: Project Sweet Peas Part with Carrie Tyler
On this MADM, Carrie Tyler with Project Sweet Peas is sharing her own personal experience with her son, Braelyn, in the NICU nine years ago and how that experience led her to Project Sweet Peas to help other families whose babies are being treated in the NICU. Link: ProjectSweetPeas.org Sponsor: Athens Bible School AthensBible.com
2m Feb 15, 2022
2m
Making A Difference: Carrie Tyler with Project Sweet Peas
For my friend, Carrie Tyler, her work with Project Sweet Peas is personal. Nine years ago, Carrie’s son, Braelyn, came into this world 16 weeks early weighing 1 lb 3 oz! Over the years, Braelyn has overcome big challenges to become the amazing young man he is today. ...and Carrie still remembers. Carrie remembers what it was like for her and her family during Braelyn’s NICU stay and these man...
30m Feb 15, 2022
30m
Make A Difference Minute: Project Sweet Peas Recognizes Carrie Tyler
While many will be celebrating Valentine’s Day on the outside of a hospital, love is also in the air between precious babies and their family members in the NICU! On today’s Make A Difference Minute, we're highlighting an amazing member of Project Sweet Peas, Carrie Tyler! Through Project Sweet Peas, Carrie helps offer support to those special NICU families and let’s them know they are loved! ...
3m Feb 14, 2022
3m
Make A Difference Minute: The Legacy of Officer Charlie Bradley with April Bradley
The family of Pelham, Alabama Police Officer Charlie Bradley honors and recognizes Charlie throughout the year, but they have to do it without him. On February 12th, 2020, Officer Bradley took his life and it’s had a Ripple Effect even on myself. On tomorrow’s Make A Difference Charlie’s wife, April, will be sharing a message about Charlie’s legacy. For those who are first responders, we’ll als...
2m Feb 13, 2022
2m
Tennessee Aquarium, Cliff Mayfield, & Cora's Corner
In addition to Thom Benson with the Tennessee Aquarium, I will have Cliff Mayfield, who is a veteran, during The Mary Faye Headrick Good Deed Segment to share about his battle with pancreatic cancer and how you can help. After my conversation with Cliff, we'll have a brand new episode of Cora's Corner from Cora White as she finishes the book, Flutterby by Stephen Cosgrove! Listen & share.
48m Feb 12, 2022
48m
Make A Difference Minute: Help Cliff Fight Cancer
On today’s Make A Difference Minute, we are highlighting Cliff Mayfield’s battle with pancreatic cancer and how you can help. Donate: gofundme.com/help-cliff-pay-medical-bills-due-to-cancer Sponsor: Boutique Air
3m Feb 12, 2022
3m
Making A Difference: Tennessee Aquarium with Thom Benson & Help Cliff Fight Cancer
In addition to Thom Benson with the Tennessee Aquarium, I will have Cliff Mayfield, who is a veteran, during The Mary Faye Headrick Good Deed Segment to share about his battle with pancreatic cancer and how you can help. Listen & share.
42m Feb 12, 2022
42m
Make A Difference Minute: Will & Holly Douglas Share Traumatic Brain Injury Journey
On this MADM, Will & Holly Douglas are sharing an update from Shepherd's in Atlanta, GA, as Will recovers from a traumatic brain injury which occurred while he was delivering packages on foot for FedEx. To hear Will's voice is such a great encouragement. While Holly tells me that Will's road to recovery is long, it is very encouraging to see Will's progress. Donate: gofundme.com/help-for-holly...
3m Feb 11, 2022
3m
Making A Difference: Will & Holly Douglas Share Traumatic Brain Injury Journey
On November 19th, I received a message from Jack W. Ivy Sr. Jack was in Tupelo, MS, at the hospital for his brother when he met Holly Douglas. Jack told me about Holly’s husband, Will, being hit by a car as he was delivering packages on foot in Tuscumbia, AL, for FedEx. Since that time, we have followed Will’s Journey which has now taken him to Shepherd’s in Atlanta, GA, where he is being treat...
38m Feb 11, 2022
38m
Make A Difference Minute: Willow's World: Life of a Transplant Child
On today’s Make A Difference Minute, we're highlighting congenital heart defects with Jessica Borden. Jessica’s daughter, Willow, received a heart transplant in November 2020 and Jessica has decided to use Willow’s journey as a way to bring awareness to heart defects in children and encourage families who are going through similar situations through Willow's World: Life of a Transplant Child. ...
3m Feb 10, 2022
3m
Making A Difference: Willow's World: Life of a Transplant Child
Knowing that one of her students had received a heart transplant, Ms. Breanna Owens of New Bethel Elementary School encouraged students to wear red today in honor of 9-year-old Willow Borden. Not only did students participate, but the community in Tuscumbia, Alabama, as well! I had the opportunity to speak with Willow’s mom, Jessica Borden, about this wonderful expression of love & kindness for...
29m Feb 10, 2022
29m
Make A Difference Minute: John's Crazy Socks
On tomorrow’s Make A Difference Minute, we’ll be highlighting Mark & John Cronin with John's Crazy Socks! John has certainly made an impact on the world with his love, kindness, & amazing socks effort! Link: JohnsCrazySocks.com Promo code: MarkWhite Sponsor: Green's Dependable Hardware Russellville, AL
3m Feb 09, 2022
3m
Making A Difference: John's Crazy Socks
Do you love someone who lives and loves with Down syndrome? For those who know, John Cronin with John's Crazy Socks has been an ambassador for showing that people who live with Down syndrome can do amazing things! While John’s Crazy Socks is the largest socks store in the world, more than that are the story and the mission! Tonight, you can hear John & Mark Cronin share more of their story & ...
49m Feb 09, 2022
49m
Make A Difference Minute: Make-A-Wish Alabama with CEO Tracy Bennett Smith
So many wonderful people came together for Braxy Weidman and his family throughout his journey. One very special moment for Braxy came courtesy of Make-A-Wish Alabama and D ALL MY D. On today’s MADM, MAW CEO Tracy Bennett Smith shares how she became involved with Braxy’s wish and the effect being a part of his MAW had on her and her husband. I hope you will listen, be encouraged, and share. Do...
2m Feb 08, 2022
2m
Making A Difference: Anjuli Thompson with HOUSE Counseling Discusses Mental Health
Finding HOPE through mental injuries, tune in tonight as we talk with Anjuli Raven Thompson with HOUSE Counseling about this important subject! I hope that you are encouraged on your own journey, knowing that you are not alone, and that you will share this show with your family, friends, and neighbors. They probably need to hear it, too.
50m Feb 08, 2022
50m
Making A Difference: Anjuli Thompson with HOUSE Counseling Talks Depression & Suicide
Do you battle depression? Have you considered suicide? We don't want you to live with either! On this MADM, my friend, Anjuli Thompson with HOUSE Counseling is sharing some of her thoughts on depression and suicide. I hope that you will listen, be encouraged, and share this segment with others. You never know who you might be helping! The full show will be available at 10 p.m. CST/11 p.m. EST ...
3m Feb 07, 2022
3m
Make A Difference Minute: Scuba Jake Shares Make-A-Wish Experience
When Make-A-Wish Alabama asked Braxy Weidman what his wish was, Braxy knew he wanted to go on a treasure hunt with Jake Koehler a.k.a, Scuba Jake of D ALL MY D. What started out as a wish became a solid friendship! On this MADM, Jake shares about that experience and what it meant to him. This segment is dedicated to Braxton Weidman. Donate to MAW Alabama in honor of Braxy: site.wish.org/goto/b...
2m Feb 06, 2022
2m
Making A Difference: Ian's Friends Foundation, Make-A-Wish Alabama, Cora's Corner, & Scuba Jake
We’ll begin the show with Phil Yagoda, founder & president of Ian's Friends Foundation. After that, we’ll have Tracy Bennett Smith, CEO of Make-A-Wish Alabama. In between Tracy and Jake, we’ll have a brand new episode of Cora’s Corner as she reads part 2 of Flutterby written by Stephen E. Ambrose. We'll close out today's show with a call to Jake Koehler a.k.a, “Scuba Jake,” creator of D ALL MY ...
1hr Feb 05, 2022
1hr
Make A Difference Minute: Ian's Friends Foundation with Phil Yagoda
On this MADM, Phil Yagoda, founder & president of Ian's Friends Foundation is sharing how he connected with the Weidman family and his hope for other families facing pediatric brain cancer moving forward. I encourage you to find out more about this effort and to support it in honor of our buddy, Braxy Weidman. This MADM is dedicated to Braxy. Link: Iansfriendsfoundation.com Sponsor: Boutique Air
3m Feb 05, 2022
3m
Making A Difference: Rett University with Susan Norwell & Kourtney Barnum
On tonight’s show, I’ll be highlight Rett Syndrome with Rett University co-founder & lead education specialist Susan Norwell along with Rett U education specialist Kourtney Barnum! Susan & Kourtney work with those with Rett syndrome and other complex needs education & communication through the Rett U effort. I hope you will listen and share.
38m Feb 05, 2022
38m
Make A Difference Minute: Help for Michelle and Steve Boyd with Lori Hedden
As I listened to Lori Hedden share about Michelle & Steve Boyd, I understood what she meant when she said that they have been through a lot. Sadly, Steve is not out of the woods yet as he is not only battling some major health issues, but the virus as well. I hope you will support this effort however you can. Donate, share, pray, everything you do matters. Please share this segment with others....
3m Feb 04, 2022
3m
Making A Difference: JW Moreno, Lori Hedden for The Boyds, & David Pinkleton with END IT Alabama
To get things started, we’ll have JW Moreno to share about the loss of his leg to amputation and how he found hand cycling as a way to thrive as a disABLED athlete! After that, we will have not one, but two episodes of The Mary Faye Headrick Good Deed Segment as I talk with Lori Ables Hedden about her friends, Michelle & Steve Boyd. Steve just underwent an above knee amputation and is currently...
1hr 11m Feb 04, 2022
1hr 11m
Making A Difference Special Segment: Crystal Gayle & Van Booth
I really enjoyed putting this special segment together with my friends, Crystal Gayle & Van Booth, having a conversation about his walk and this walk called, "life." I hope that you will listen, be encouraged, and share. Sponsor: NorthAlabama.org
3m Feb 03, 2022
3m
Make A Difference Minute: JW Moreno Living By Example
When JW Moreno lost his leg in 2016 he had a decision to make. A fellow Marine and friend, Larry, helped JW make it. I hope you will listen to JW's journey and be encouraged by his message. Listen & share. Sponsor: BamaEstatePlanning.com
3m Feb 03, 2022
3m
Making A Difference: Crystal Gayle, Van Booth, & Misty Chamlee
On tonight’s episode, I have Crystal Gayle & Van Booth joining me! It was a lot of fun to have two special friends on the same show! Crystal, who is my favorite female singer and Van who, well, walked over 3,000 miles coast to coast to bring awareness to veteran PTSD and suicide. After that, we'll have Misty Chamlee with Vietnam Veterans Alliance Chapter 12 to share about a special fundraising ...
43m Feb 03, 2022
43m
Make A Difference Minute: Crystal Gayle & Van Booth
Over the past couple of days, I have been more open about living with depression. On this MADM, I share with Crystal Gayle and she shares her thoughts on moving forward. Van Booth also shares about some of his experiences with depression and PTSD during and after his military service. Many of you know that Van walked coast to coast on foot in 2019 to bring awareness to veteran PTSD and suicide ...
3m Feb 02, 2022
3m
Making A Difference: Southern Outdoors Unlimited
On today's show, I have Jerry Green joining me to share about Southern Outdoors Unlimited! This effort gives disabled young people, ages 6-16, an opportunity to go on hunts. There is also a program for those who have aged out of the 6-16 program. Please listen & share.
26m Feb 02, 2022
26m
Make A Difference Minute: Southern Outdoors Unlimited with Jerry Green
On today’s MADM, I’ll have Jerry Green joining me to share about Southern Outdoors Unlimited! This effort gives disabled young people, ages 6-17, an opportunity to go on hunts. There is also a program for those who have aged out of the 6-17 program. Sponsor: Athens Bible School AthensBible.com
2m Feb 01, 2022
2m
Making A Difference: Keith Stonehart Shares Sacred Selections FUNdraiser for The McCrary Family
With the help of Sacred Selections, Steven & Sharon McCrary are embarking on their second adoption journey! As before, people are coming together to support this effort for a very special couple. Joining me tonight is Keith Stonehart! Keith & Adam Shanks are donating their musical talent for a FUNdraiser for the McCrary family and Keith will be sharing about that on the show! I hope you will ...
27m Feb 01, 2022
27m
Make A Difference Minute: Sacred Selections Adoption FUNdraiser for Steven & Sharon McCrary
On today’s MADM, I have Keith Stonehart sharing about an upcoming Sacred Selections FUNdraiser for our friends, Steven & Sharon McCrary. The McCrary family is adopting their second child! Link to purchase tickets and/or donate: https://app.mobilecause.com/e/YgVNJw?vid=pll76&fbclid=IwAR207f5kJgahFTAJnKKQ_fw13jCC0HNlfc0vnl9pSsayt2FkalaTyIyZ-aQ# Sponsor: North Alabama Bojangles Chicken n' Biscuits
3m Jan 31, 2022
3m
Make A Difference Minute: Blanket Fort Hope
Human trafficking is modern day slavery and it's happening right under our noses. I need to care and you need to care. Although, January is Human Trafficking Awareness Month, those who are abused & dehumanized in the "trade" are suffering year round and that is how our focus on this issue should be. Somebody needs you right now! As we close out this month, I am bringing Blanket Fort Hope back t...
2m Jan 30, 2022
2m
Making A Difference: Sean Of The South & Cora's Corner Show
On this edition of TMWS, I have Sean Dietrich also known as Sean of the South. Sean shares about life, family, encouragement, & making people laugh. During our conversation, Sean shares about his wife's mother, Mary, and the important role she played in Sean of the South. We also discuss his sharing of Bryson Anderson's cancer battle and supporting families in that way. Tonight's show is dedica...
33m Jan 29, 2022
33m