Make A Difference Minute: Lavender Sunset Farms
On this MADM, I’m taking you to Lavender Sunset Farms in Arley, Alabama! Kevin Adams is sharing about why he decided to start a U-pick farm and what he hopes to see happen moving forward. Sponsor: Bankston Motor Homes BankstonMotorHomes.com
3m Jul 10, 2023
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Make A Difference Minute: Support for 13-year-old Allie Milstead & Family
On today’s MADM, we are highlighting the need of 13-year-old Allie Milstead and her family as she battles brain cancer. I hope you will listen and share. Sponsor: Bob Sykes Bar B Q BobSykes.com
2m Jul 09, 2023
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Jamie Harding with AARP Alabama & Cora's Corner
On today’s show, I’m speaking with AARP Alabama’s Communications Director Jamie Harding as we discuss the physical, emotional, and financial challenges Alabamians face as caregivers and tips that can help. After that conversation, you can hear an episode of Cora’s Corner!
39m Jul 08, 2023
39m
Make A Difference Minute: Pam Tillis Shares About Father's Legacy
On this MADM, Pam Tillis is sharing about her father, Mel Tillis, who lived with a stuttering issue. Pam shares the example that her dad set by pursuing his dreams. I hope you will listen and share. Sponsor: Fuqua's Southern Soul Food
2m Jul 08, 2023
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Pam Tillis Discusses Music, Life, & Giving Back
On this edition of TMWS, I'm thrilled to have Pam Tillis as a guest. She will be in Tuscumbia, Alabama, next weekend for Saddle Up for St. Jude. As we get ready for this amazing fundraiser, I wanted to have Pam share about this effort her family, music, and life. I hope you will listen and share.
32m Jul 08, 2023
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Make A Difference Minute: Pam Tillis Discusses Support for St. Jude & Saddle Up Event
On this MADM, Pam Tillis is sharing about her support of efforts like Saddle Up for St. Jude coming up next weekend in Tuscumbia, Alabama. I hope you will listen and share. Sponsor: Alabama The Beautiful Magazine
3m Jul 07, 2023
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Pam Tillis Discusses Music, Life, & Giving Back
On this edition of TMWS, I'm thrilled to have Pam Tillis as a guest. She will be in Tuscumbia, Alabama, next weekend for Saddle Up for St. Jude. As we get ready for this amazing fundraiser, I wanted to have Pam share about this effort her family, music, and life. I hope you will listen and share.
32m Jul 07, 2023
32m
Make A Difference Minute: Bri Walker Shares Sobriety Journey
On this MADM, Bri Walker, who just celebrated one year of sobriety on April 21st, shares some of her experiences leading up to her year of sobriety. I hope that you will listen and share. Sponsor: Park Supply Company, Inc. ParkSupplyCompany.com
3m Jul 06, 2023
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Alabama Sunshine with The Smith Family
Last Tuesday, we went from the factory to the field as we had the Alabama Sunshine experience in Fayette, Alabama! The Smith family, David, Garvin, & Charlotte were amazing guides! I hope you will listen, share, and support!
32m Jul 06, 2023
32m
Make A Difference Minute: Children's Book Author Carissa Lovvorn
On this MADM, we're coming to you from Sherry's Sparkle in Hartselle, Alabama, as Carissa Lovvorn is sharing about her work as a children's book author and the books she has written so far. I hope you will listen and share. Sponsor: Green's Dependable Hardware Russellville, AL
3m Jul 05, 2023
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Entrepreneur Spotlight: Anthony Clemons with Bell Peppers
Anthony Clemons founder of Bell Peppers is looking to stock 13 Piggly Wiggly's in Jefferson County, Alabama! Anthony’s entrepreneurship reminds me of a 25 year old who once had a passion for his tortilla chip business. When I see someone like Anthony working hard to follow his dream, I have a strong desire to help in the way that I wanted to be, and was, helped. Tonight, I’m talking with Ant...
31m Jul 05, 2023
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Make A Difference Minute: Chris Batté Shares Passion for Veterans
On this MADM, Chris Batté, co-founder of Honoring Veteran Legacies, is sharing about her great uncle losing his life during WWII and the impact that the loss had on her family and her passion for honoring veterans. I hope that you will listen and share this special message. Sponsor: Athens Bible School AthensBible.com
2m Jul 04, 2023
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Marty Raybon of Shenandoah Shares Addiction Recovery & Saddle Up for St. Jude Effort
Tonight, I’m welcoming my friend, Marty Raybon of Shenandoah, back to the show! It’s an interesting and important conversation as we talk about subjects from addiction recovery to Saddle Up for St. Jude, Alabama! I hope you will listen and share this show with others.
34m Jul 04, 2023
34m
Make A Difference Minute: Marty Raybon Discusses Saddle Up for St. Jude
On today’s MADM, we are featuring Marty Raybon of Shenandoah as he shares about Saddle Up for St. Jude, Alabama coming up on July 13th! I hope you will listen and share. Sponsor: Bankston Motor Homes BankstonMotorHomes.com
3m Jul 03, 2023
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Make A Difference Minute: Cards for Hospitalized Kids
On this MADM, I am featuring Cards for Hospitalized Kids with founder Jen Rubino! I hope you will listen, share, and consider being part of this amazing effort! Sponsor: Bob Sykes Bar B Q BobSykes.com
2m Jul 02, 2023
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Jamie Harding with AARP Alabama & Cora's Corner
On today’s show, I’m speaking with AARP Alabama’s Communications Director Jamie Harding as we discuss the physical, emotional, and financial challenges Alabamians face as caregivers and tips that can help. After that conversation, you can hear an episode of Cora’s Corner!
39m Jul 01, 2023
39m
Make A Difference Minute: Jamie Harding with AARP Discusses Caregivers
On this MADM, we are focusing on support for caregivers with AARP Alabama Communications Director Jamie Harding. I hope you will listen and share. Sponsor: Phoenix Glass Recycling of North Alabama PhoenixGlassRecycling.com
3m Jul 01, 2023
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Officer Christopher Lowrance Riding in Iceland for First Help
We have followed Officer Christopher Lowrance’s journey from the west coast to the east coast and the east coast north to south. Now, we are following his journey in Iceland! Officer Lowrance has one more day before he heads back home to North Carolina and we are thankful for that! So what is he riding his bicycle for? The organization is called First Help. First Help First H.E.L.P. reduces m...
34m Jul 01, 2023
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Make A Difference Minute: Officer Christopher Lowrance Riding in Iceland for First Help
Before the full show tonight, I’m featuring Officer Christopher Lowrance in Iceland on the Make A Difference Minute! If you’re wondering why Melanie Lowrance’s picture is included in the promo, listen! Sponsor: Alabama The Beautiful Magazine
2m Jun 30, 2023
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Alabama Sunshine with The Smith Family
On Tuesday, we went from the factory to the field as we had the Alabama Sunshine experience in Fayette, Alabama! The Smith family, David, Garvin, & Charlotte were amazing guides! I hope you will listen, share, and support!
34m Jun 30, 2023
34m
Make A Difference Minute: City of Priceville with Councilman Ashley England
On this MADM, city of Priceville Councilman Ashley England is sharing about what caused him to want to run for city council and the commitment to community that it takes to serve. Sponsor: Park Supply Company, Inc. ParkSupplyCompany.com
3m Jun 29, 2023
3m
City of Priceville with Councilman Ashley England & Rec Director Chandler Phillips
Tonight, it’s all about the City of Priceville as I speak with Ashley England - Priceville City Council & Priceville Event Center Director Chandler Phillips!
34m Jun 29, 2023
34m
Singer/Songwriter/Musician Dylan Brady at Staar Theatre
On this MADM, Dylan Brady is sharing what would have helped him when he was just starting out and how he is happy to share those experiences with younger people to help them on their music journey. I hope you will listen and share. Sponsor: Green's Dependable Hardware Russellville, AL
3m Jun 28, 2023
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Staar Theatre Songwriting Workshop Series
On Saturday, I was able to do an impromptu interview at the Songwriting Workshop Series at STAAR Theatre at Antoinette Hall with Daniel Kim Ethridge & Brenna Wheeler of Troubadour Blue, Dylan Brady, & Staar Theatre Director Tammy Pierchoski! I hope you will listen and share.
34m Jun 28, 2023
34m
Make A Difference Minute: Staar Theatre Director Tammy Pierchoski
On today’s MADM, we’re featuring Tammy Pierchoski with STAAR Theatre at Antoinette Hall! Sponsor: Athens Bible School AthensBible.com
2m Jun 27, 2023
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Cards for Hospitalized Kids with Jen Rubino
As a child, Jen Rubino had multiple surgeries. During that time, Jen received cards and those acts of kindness stuck with her. She started small, but a decade later we’re talking 500,000 cards through her effort Cards for Hospitalized Kids! Thanks to Love for Lizzie Reyes, I learned about Jen’s effort and reached out. Being one who experienced support through cards and letters when I was ba...
32m Jun 27, 2023
32m
Make A Difference Minute: Cards for Hospitalized Kids
On this MADM, I am featuring Cards for Hospitalized Kids with founder Jen Rubino! I hope you will listen, share, and consider being part of this amazing effort! Sponsor: Bankston Motor Homes BankstonMotorHomes.com
3m Jun 26, 2023
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Make A Difference Minute: EarlyWorks Children's Museum with Bart Williams
On today’s MADM, we are featuring The Earlyworks Children's Museum with Bart Williams! I hope you will listen and share. Plan a trip! Sponsor: Bob Sykes Bar B Q BobSykes.com
3m Jun 25, 2023
3m
Early Works Museums with Bart Williams & Cora's Corner
On this edition of TMWS, Bart Williams, executive director of Early Works Museums, is sharing about the museum attractions and upcoming activities for families to enjoy! After my conversation with Bart, you'll hear a brand new episode of Cora's Corner! I hope you will listen and share this show with others!
35m Jun 24, 2023
35m
Make A Difference Minute: Beekeeper Mike McGowan
On this MADM, Mike McGowan is sharing about his bee presentation that he made to a crowd of children at the Cullman County Public Library. I hope you will listen and share. Sponsor: Phoenix Glass Recycling of North Alabama PhoenixGlassRecycling.com
3m Jun 24, 2023
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Beekeeper Mike McGowan at Cullman County Public Library
On tonight’s show, we’re coming to you from the Cullman County Public Library System as we talk bees & honey with Mike Mcgowan! I hope you will listen and share this very educational program!
33m Jun 24, 2023
33m
Make A Difference Minute: Anthony Clemons with Bell Peppers
On this MADM, Anthony Clemons is sharing about his entrepreneurial efforts making pizza and putting them in Piggly Wiggly freezers around Jefferson County, Alabama. I hope you will listen and share to support Anthony in his business endeavors. Sponsor: Alabama The Beautiful Magazine
2m Jun 23, 2023
2m
Entrepreneur Spotlight: Anthony Clemons with Bell Peppers
Anthony Clemons founder of Bell Peppers just stocked his 5th Piggly Wiggly in Jefferson County, Alabama! Anthony’s entrepreneurship reminds me of a 25 year old who once had a passion for his tortilla chip business. When I see someone like Anthony working hard to follow his dream, I have a strong desire to help in the way that I wanted to be, and was, helped. Tonight, I’m talking with Anthony...
34m Jun 23, 2023
34m
Make A Difference Minute: The Loved & Wanted Project with April Howton
On this MADM, April Howton is sharing about how the "Loved & Wanted" token effort came to be! I hope you will listen and share. Sponsor: Park Supply Company, Inc. ParkSupplyCompany.com
3m Jun 22, 2023
3m
Athens Main Street Athens Farmers Market with Kat Greene
On tonight’s show, we’re featuring Athens Main Street Athens Farmers Market with Market Manager Kat Greene!
26m Jun 22, 2023
26m
Make A Difference Minute: Athens Farmers Market with Kat Greene
On this MADM, I'm taking you to the Athens Farmers Market in Athens, Alabama, as Kat Greene shares about her role as market manager and the success that the market has seen in recent years. I hope you will listen, share, and find a farmers market to support in your community. Sponsor: Athens Bible School AthensBible.com
2m Jun 21, 2023
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Support for 13-year-old Allie Milstead and Family
At around 4:15 this afternoon, I received a message from Amanda Hines. Amanda shared about 13-year-old Allie Milstead and her battle with medulloblastoma. Allie has three other siblings and this battle is taking its toll on the family. Below are the ways you can support the Milstead family. I also want to do a card/letter drive for Allie. I know that was important to me when I was sick as a you...
29m Jun 21, 2023
29m
Make A Difference Minute: Annie Belcher with Anne's Arbor
On this MADM, Annie Belcher is sharing her passion for single moms and an organization she has now partnered with to help make her dream a reality! I hope you will listen and share. Sponsor: Green's Dependable Hardware Russellville, AL
3m Jun 20, 2023
3m
Annie Belcher with Anne's Arbor For Single Moms
This afternoon, I purchased my tickets to support Anne's Arbor in Columbia, Tennessee, on Friday night and wanted to give you another chance to hear Annie Belcher's story and support this effort for single moms yourself. On this edition of TMWS, I am coming to you from Southern Roots Radio studio in Columbia, Tennessee, as Annie Belcher shares about what inspired her to found Anne's Arbor to s...
33m Jun 20, 2023
33m
Make A Difference Minute: Coach Marla Townsend with Be Elite Part Two
On this MADM, I am sharing a part two edition of my conversation with Coach Marla Townsend, founder of Be Elite. I hope you will listen and share. Sponsor: Bankston Motor Homes BankstonMotorHomes.com
3m Jun 19, 2023
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Make A Difference Minute: Mister Hickory
On today's MADM, I am highlighting Mister Hickory with owners Emmett & Jamie Fonte! I hope you will listen and share. Sponsor: Bob Sykes Bar B Q BobSykes.com
2m Jun 18, 2023
2m
The Miracle Worker at Helen Keller's Birthplace-Ivy Green & Cora's Corner
On this edition of TMWS, Cora and I traveled to Tuscumbia, Alabama, to the birthplace of Helen Keller, Ivy Green. As we get ready for The Miracle Worker play season, I have Executive Director Sue Pilkilton along with play director Caroline Self and actresses Lillie Meyer (Helen Keller) and Anna Kelley (Kate Keller). The 62nd annual production of The Miracle Worker is underway now! Get your tick...
38m Jun 17, 2023
38m
Make A Difference Minute: Be Elite with Coach Marla Townsend
On this MADM, Coach Marla Townsend, former UAB Blazers Softball coach and founder of Be Elite, shares about striving for excellence. I hope you will listen and share this encouraging segment with others. Sponsor: Phoenix Glass Recycling of North Alabama PhoenixGlassRecycling.com
2m Jun 17, 2023
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Make A Difference Minute: Paul Dobbs with Gaitway to Wellness
On this MADM, Paul Dobbs is sharing about foot health with Gaitway to Wellness! I hope you will listen and share. Sponsor: Alabama The Beautiful Magazine
2m Jun 16, 2023
2m
Austin 1st Foundation's Aces for Austin with Anthony & Lindsey Terling
On this edition of TMWS, I am coming to you from Grand National - Robert Trent Jones Trail in Opelika, Alabama! Joining me are Anthony & Lindsey Terling founders of Austin 1st Foundation! I hope you will listen and share.
39m Jun 16, 2023
39m
Make A Difference Minute: Austin 1st Foundation with Lindsey & Anthony Terling
On this MADM, we are coming to you from Opelika, Alabama, at the very first Aces Fore Austin event for Austin 1st Foundation. Joining me are Austin's parents, Anthony & Lindsey Terling. I hope you will listen and share. Sponsor: Park Supply Company, Inc. ParkSupplyCompany.com
3m Jun 15, 2023
3m
Paul Dobbs with Gaitway to Wellness
Having known Paul Dobbs for nearly two decades, I’m happy to have him on the show tonight to share about Gaitway to Wellness! Gaitway to Wellness focuses on ways to get and stay healthy starting with your feet! I hope you will listen and share.
35m Jun 15, 2023
35m
Make A Difference Minute: Marty Raybon Discusses Saddle Up for St. Jude
On today’s MADM, we are featuring Marty Raybon of Shenandoah as he shares about Saddle Up for St. Jude, Alabama coming up on July 13th! I hope you will listen and share. Sponsor: Green's Dependable Hardware Russellville, AL
3m Jun 14, 2023
3m
Marty Raybon of Shenandoah Shares Addiction Recovery & Saddle Up for St. Jude Effort
Tonight, I’m welcoming my friend, Marty Raybon of Shenandoah, back to the show! It’s an interesting and important conversation as we talk about subjects from addiction recovery to Saddle Up for St. Jude, Alabama! I hope you will listen and share this show with others.
35m Jun 14, 2023
35m
Make A Difference Minute: Rory Feek at The Homestead Festival
On this MADM, I'm speaking with Rory Feek at The Homestead Festival about the support of the Dougherty family after they lost their home to a fire and the importance of The Homestead Festival for small business owners. I hope you will listen and share. Sponsor: Athens Bible School AthensBible.com
2m Jun 13, 2023
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