Make A Difference Minute: Mary Catherine Folmar with Cotton + Quill
On this MADM, Mary Catherine Folmar is sharing about the path she took after attending Auburn University, her lifestyle brand Cotton + Quill, and encouragement for those who have a goal. Sponsor: Green's Dependable Hardware Russellville, AL
3m Apr 19, 2023
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Mary Catherine Clem Folmar with Cotton + Quill
I hope you'll listen as I talk with Mary Catherine Folmar of Cotton + quill! Mary Catherine will be sharing about her Athens, Alabama, roots and the path that her Auburn University College of Architecture, Design and Construction degree and marriage took her. She’ll also be sharing about her work for Sister Schubert for an upcoming fundraiser for Bethesda House in Andalusia, Alabama, and a fund...
44m Apr 19, 2023
44m
Make A Difference Minute: Brayden's Sarcoma Journey
On this MADM, Brayden's mother, Donda Grant, is sharing about her son's two-time battle with cancer and how he facing his latest diagnosis, I hope you will listen and decide to help this family. Sponsor: Athens Bible School AthensBible.com
2m Apr 18, 2023
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Brayden's Sarcoma Journey with Donda Grant
At six years old, Brayden battled an optic nerve glioma. In December, the now 12-year-old Thompson Middle School (Alabaster City Schools) student received another cancer diagnosis of undifferentiated pleomorphic sarcoma. Tonight, I'm talking with Brayden’s mother, Donda Grant. She’s sharing what this young man has gone through and the courage and strength he has displayed through it all. I hope...
29m Apr 18, 2023
29m
Make A Difference Minute: Start Place with Carolyn O'Byrne
On this MADM, Carolyn O'Byrne, founder of Start Place, is sharing about her effort to help families traveling into the Shoals who have loved ones being cared for at North Alabama Medical Center in Florence, Alabama. I hope you will listen and share. Sponsor: Bankston Motor Homes BankstonMotorHomes.com
3m Apr 17, 2023
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Music & Memory with Justin Russo
On this MADM, Justin Russo is sharing his background and the benefits of a music playlist for those who are living with dementia or Alzheimer's. I hope you will listen and share. Sponsor: Bob Sykes Bar B Q BobSykes.com
3m Apr 16, 2023
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Start Place with Carolyn O'Byrne
On this morning’s edition of TMWS, I’ll be speaking with Carolyn O’Byrne founder of Start Place, a respite for those who are taking care of loved ones at North Alabama Medical Center in Florence, Alabama. After that, you can hear Cora's Corner! I hope that you will listen and share.
38m Apr 15, 2023
38m
Make A Difference Minute: Nelly Jones Organizes Business Expo
On this MADM, I am speaking with business owner/entrepreneur Nelly Jones about his experience and desire to help others through his upcoming Business Expo taking place in Decatur, Alabama, on May 13th. I hope you will listen and share. Sponsor: Phoenix Glass Recycling of North Alabama Phoenixglassrecycling.com
3m Apr 15, 2023
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Guinness Book of World Records Holder Mary McCoy
In celebration of Mary McCoy's debut on the Grand Ole Opry, I am re-airing my show with Mary! On this edition of TMWS, I am speaking with Mary McCoy of Kstar Country in Conroe, Texas! Mary was recently recognized by the Guinness Book of World Records as the longest serving radio host at 72 years! I hope you will listen and share. Mary even talks about the time she met Elvis.
32m Apr 15, 2023
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Make A Difference Minute: Brenda Lynn Allen Music
On this MADM, with her song "Better" playing in the background, Brenda Lynn Allen of Around the Bend with Brenda Lynn on Southern Roots Radio is sharing about her love of music and radio! I hope you will listen and share. Sponsor: Alabama The Beautiful Magazine
3m Apr 14, 2023
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Music & Memory with Program Director Justin Russo
Thanks to Brenda Lynn Allen of Brenda Lynn Allen Music, I found out about Music & Memory and wanted to share about the work of this organization when it comes to those living with dementia or Alzheimer's. I hope you will listen and share my conversation with Music & Memory Program Director Justin Russo.
34m Apr 14, 2023
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Make A Difference Minute: Lawrence Fuqua with Fuqua's Southern Soul Food
On this MADM, Lawrence Fuqua, owner of Fuqua's Southern Soul Food in Rogersville, Alabama, is sharing about his experiences as a business owner/entrepreneur and the support he receives from special people in his life. I hope you will listen and share. Sponsor: Park Supply Company, Inc. ParkSupplyCompany.com
3m Apr 13, 2023
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2023 Business Expo with Nelly Jones
On tonight’s show, I’m talking with Nelly Jones who is organizing the Business Expo in Decatur, Alabama, set for May 13th. If you listen, you'll find that the conversation is much more than that. Listen and share.
33m Apr 13, 2023
33m
Make A Difference Minute: Alabama Arise
On this MADM, Debbie Smith with Alabama Arise is sharing about Medicaid expansion in the state of Alabama. Listen and share. Sponsor: Green's Dependable Hardware Russellville, AL
3m Apr 12, 2023
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Brenda Lynn Allen Music
Today, Brenda Lynn Allen traveled from Columbia, Tennessee, to Athens, Alabama, to spend some time with me. I was able to have a conversation from CoraNation and Brenda Lynn shared all about her life from her childhood, to college, to the decade she spent caring for those with dementia and Alzheimer’s, and leading up to her music career and radio shows she hosts presently. I hope that you will ...
37m Apr 12, 2023
37m
Make A Difference Minute: Youth Opioid Crisis with Fowler Davis 4 Change
On this MADM, Jeff Davis with Fowler Davis 4 Change is sharing about their campaign to bring awareness to the youth opioid crisis thanks to a partnership with the Childrens Trust Fund - Alabama Department of Abuse and Neglect Prevention. I hope that you will listen and share. Sponsor: Park Supply Company, Inc. ParkSupplyCompany.com
2m Apr 11, 2023
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Alabama Envirothon Team Heading to International Competition in Canada
This morning, I was able to visit with the Ardmore High School Alabama Envirothon Championship team! Along with sponsors, Starr Weems & Elizabeth Hilliard, I was able to speak with team members Madalynn Robison, Kaylee Wallace, Tara Hobbs, Alison Heimsness, and Malorie Robison. After winning 1st place in Alabama, they are now headed to Canada to compete on the international level in July! I hop...
37m Apr 11, 2023
37m
Make A Difference Minute: Courageous Colton's Crew
On this MADM, Stacey Piskorski, Colton Whisler's former kindergarten teacher, is sharing about a fundraising effort to support Colton's physical therapy journey. When she lost her home to a house fire, Colton came up with $42 to help her family. Now, she wants to return the favor. I hope you will listen and share. Sponsor: Bankston Motor Homes BankstonMotorHomes.com
3m Apr 10, 2023
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Make A Difference Minute: Owens House with Laurel Teel
On today’s Make A Difference Minute, I am featuring Laurel Teel with Owens House! The Shelby County Children’s Advocacy Center (Owens House) serves children aged 3-19, adults with intellectual disabilities, and families who have experienced sexual abuse, sexual exploitation, physical abuse, severe neglect, drug endangerment, and those who have witnessed violent crimes. This staff, in collaborat...
3m Apr 09, 2023
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Alabama Arise with Debbie Smith & Cora's Corner
On this edition of TMWS, I am speaking with Debbie Smith with Alabama Arise as we discuss Medicaid expansion and untaxing groceries in Alabama. After my conversation with Debbie, we'll have a brand new episode of Cora's Corner with Cora reading a book courtesy of North Alabama Foster Closet. I hope you will listen and share.
40m Apr 08, 2023
40m
Make A Difference Minute: Curt's Closet
On this MADM, Ashley Wilson, founder of Curt's Closet, is sharing the history of Curt's Closet and how you can support this effort for children/young people in need. Listen and share. Sponsor: Phoenix Glass Recycling PhoenixGlassRecycling.com
3m Apr 08, 2023
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PARCA Executive Director Ryan Hankins Discusses Medicaid Expansion in Alabama
On tonight’s show, I have Public Affairs Research Council of Alabama Executive Director Ryan Hankins to discuss the economic impact of expanding Medicaid in the state of Alabama. I hope you will listen and share.
33m Apr 08, 2023
33m
Make A Difference Minute: Limestone Child Advocacy Center
On this MADM, Christina Bowsher is sharing about the work of the Limestone Child Advocacy Center, supporting children who have experienced trauma and their non-offending caregivers. I hope that you will listen and share. Sponsor: Alabama The Beautiful Magazine
2m Apr 07, 2023
2m
Lettermen USA Helps Army Veteran & ADMH State Autism Coordinator Anna McConnell
On tonight’s show, I have Army veteran Manuel “Manny” Carter to share about how Lettermen USA’s Interiors for Heroes effort has helped his family as he has recently gone from homelessness to having a home in Birmingham. After my conversation with Manny, I’ll have Anna McConnell, state autism coordinator for the Alabama Department of Mental Health, to share about resources offered to young peopl...
46m Apr 07, 2023
46m
Make A Difference Minute: The Cookery Project
On this MADM, Karrie Nelson, founder and executive director of The Cookery Project, is sharing about their effort to teach young people how to cook and healthy eating habits. I hope that you will listen and share. Sponsor: Green's Dependable Hardware
3m Apr 06, 2023
3m
Owens House, Youth Opioid Crisis, Digital Safety, & Courageous Colton's Crew
Tonight’s show has been a couple of days in the making as I talk with Laurel Teel of Owens House about their youth advocacy efforts, Jeff Davis with Fowler Davis 4 Change about the youth opioid crisis and digital safety, and Stacey Piskorski about a fundraising effort for Colton Whisler of Courageous Colton's Crew.
52m Apr 06, 2023
52m
Make A Difference Minute: Foreign Exchange Student Marta Conti
On this MADM, Marta Conti, who is a foreign exchange student from Italy, is sharing about her experience over the past school year in Alabama. I hope that you will listen and share. Sponsor: Park Supply Company, Inc. ParkSupplyCompany.com
3m Apr 05, 2023
3m
American Legion Post 911, Korean War Veteran Dick Rickert, & Lettermen of the USA
On tonight’s show, I am highlighting Lettermen of the U.S.A and Hoover, Alabama, American Legion Post 911. Yesterday, we were able to honor Korean War Veteran Staff Sgt. Dick Rickert and I wanted to share my conversations with Darryl Fuhrman, Ginger Brunson, and Mr. Rickert with you. I hope you will listen and share.
32m Apr 05, 2023
32m
Make A Difference Minute: Singer/Songwriter/Musician Jake Blocker
On this MADM, Jake Blocker is sharing about his new song, "You Could've Had Me When I Cared." I hope you will listen and help this young man move forward with his music. Sponsor: Bankston Motor Homes BankstonMotorHomes.com
2m Apr 04, 2023
2m
Fuqua's Southern Soul Food & Curt's Closet
On today's show, I'm taking you from the restaurant business to a special organization who helps children in need. I hope you will listen to my conversations with Lawrence Fuqua of Fuqua's Southern Soul Food and Ashley Wilson with Curt's Closet! Please share.
33m Apr 04, 2023
33m
Make A Difference Minute: Birmingham's Candy Man
On this MADM, Birmingham's Candy Man Donnie Goodin is sharing about his candy business and his dream to be featured in a movie someday. I hope you will listen and share. Sponsor: Athens Bible School AthensBible.com
2m Apr 03, 2023
2m
Make A Difference Minute: The Clay House Children's Center
On this MADM, I have LaShon Menefee to share about the work of The Clay House Children's Center in Bessemer, Alabama. I hope that you will listen and share. Sponsor: The Alabama Pecan Company AlabamaPecanCo.com
2m Apr 02, 2023
2m
North Alabama Foster Closet, Bethesda House, & Cora's Corner
On this edition of TMWS, we are highlighting to very special non-profit organizations, North Alabama Foster Closet & Bethesda House! After my conversations with Kimberly DuVall and Alison Jackson-Wood, we'll have a brand new episode of Cora's Corner! I hope you will listen and share.
54m Apr 01, 2023
54m
Make A Difference Minute: Seek The Peace with Reginald Calvert
On this MADM, Reginald Calvert is sharing about his effort called, "Seek The Peace" and the work that he is doing to help his community in Bessemer, Alabama. I hope you will listen and share. Sponsor: Bob Sykes Bar B Q BobSykes.com
3m Apr 01, 2023
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The Cookery Project with Karrie Nelson & 6th Grade Teacher Whitney Meade with Athens Bible School
On tonight’s show, I’m featuring The Cookery Project with Karrie Nelson! The Cookery Project is a local nonprofit organization dedicated to instilling healthy eating habits through food literacy, and life skills training to economically disadvantaged children and adolescents as well as youth with disabilities in South Alabama. The mission is to engage and empower our youth through food sourcing...
40m Apr 01, 2023
40m
Make A Difference Minute: Bethesda House with Alison Jackson-Wood
On this MADM, Alison Jackson-Wood is sharing about how the Bethesda House came to be and who they support. I hope you will listen and share. Sponsor: Alabama The Beautiful Magazine
3m Mar 31, 2023
3m
Foreign Exchange Student Marta Conti & Country/Western Singer/Songwriter/Musician Jake Blocker
This evening, I am talking with Marta Conti who is a foreign exchange student in Alabama from Italy and Jake Blocker who is finding success in the music business out in Texas. I hope that you will listen and share.
33m Mar 31, 2023
33m
Limestone County Child Advocacy Center with Christina Bowsher
On this special edition of TMWS, I am taking you to the Limestone Child Advocacy Center in Athens, Alabama. Joining me is Limestone CAC Community Awareness Coordinator Christina Bowsher. Along with how you can support their efforts, Christina will be sharing about their work at the center as well as partnerships they have established to help some very special young people and their non-offendin...
32m Mar 30, 2023
32m
Make A Difference Minute: North Alabama Bojangles Supports Chris Gunnels
On this MADM, Justin Haddock is sharing about his friend, Chris Gunnels, and their fundraising effort for him and his family. Sponsor: Park Supply Company, Inc. ParkSupplyCompany.com
2m Mar 30, 2023
2m
The Clay House Children's Advocacy Center, Seek The Peace, Van Sykes, & Birmingham's Candy Man
On tonight's show, we have a lot of ground to cover! We'll begin with LaShon Menefee with The Clay House Children's Advocacy Center followed by conversations with Reginald Calvert with Seek The Peace, Van Sykes with Bob Sykes Bar B Q and the Bob Sykes Bar B Q & Blues Festival, and Birmingham's Candy Man Donnie Goodin! I hope that you will take time to listen and share this show with others.
46m Mar 30, 2023
46m
Make A Difference Minute: North Alabama Foster Closet
On this MADM, North Alabama Foster Closet founder Kimberly Duvall is sharing about their effort to support foster and kinship families in North Alabama. Sponsor: Green's Dependable Hardware Russellville, AL
3m Mar 29, 2023
3m
Marty Raybon of Shenandoah & Kids to Love Smith Family Wellness Center Press Conference
On this edition of TMWS, I have Marty Raybon of Shenandoah sharing their new single called, "Revival." Marty and I had a great conversation and I hope you'll tune in! After my conversation with Marty, I have yesterday's press conference from Kids to Love as Lee Marshall introduces the Smith Family Wellness Center to their wonderful list of efforts! I hope you will listen and share this show wit...
38m Mar 29, 2023
38m
North Alabama Foster Closet with Kimberly Duvall & Bethesda House with Alison Jackson-Wood
On this edition of TMWS, we are taking you from Harvest, Alabama, to Andalusia, Alabama. We'll begin with Kimberly Duvall at North Alabama Foster Closet followed by a conversation with Alison Jackson-Wood at Bethesda House as they support women, children, and those who have come out of sex trafficking. I hope you will listen and share.
49m Mar 29, 2023
49m
Make A Difference Minute: Teddy Bear Task Force with Jonathan Dyess
On this MADM, Jonathan Dyess from Ellis County, Texas, is sharing about his effort to put teddy bears into the hands of people across his county. I hope you will listen and share. Sponsor: Athens Bible School AthensBible.com
2m Mar 28, 2023
2m
Park Supply with Donna Hill & North Alabama Bojangles with Justin Haddock
On this edition of TMWS, Donna Hill with Park Supply Company is sharing about her background and what Park Supply Company has to offer as we enter the spring season. After my conversation with Donna, we are heading over to Bojangles in Athens, Alabama, to talk about a special fundraiser organized for Chris Gunnels. I hope you will listen and share this show with others.
35m Mar 28, 2023
35m
Make A Difference Minute: Judge Chad Smith Shares Importance of CASA
On this MADM, Colbert County District Court Judge Chad Smith is sharing about his experience with CASA and the importance of CASA in the court system. I hope you will listen and share. Sponsor: Bankston Motor Homes BankstonMotorHomes.com
3m Mar 27, 2023
3m
Make A Difference Minute: Kelsey Terry Shares Passion for Suicide Prevention
On this MADM, Kelsey Terry, who is a student at UNA, shares about her speech that she recently made to her class focus on suicide prevention and awareness. Her speech highlighted the passing of Sheffield Police Officer Christian Nix and a call to action. I hope you will listen and share. Sponsor: Bob Sykes Bar B Q BobSykes.com
3m Mar 26, 2023
3m
Shoals CASA, Teddy Bear Task Force, & Cora's Corner
I hope you will listen as we highlight Shoals CASA, Teddy Bear Task Force LLC, and have a brand new episode of Cora’s Corner! Listen and share!
40m Mar 25, 2023
40m
Make A Difference Minute: Wheel of Fortune Contestant Kristie Williams & Son, Nicholas
On this MADM, I have Kristie & Nicholas Williams from Holly Pond, Alabama. With Nicholas' encouragement, Kristie submitted an application to be on Wheel of Fortune and made it! I hope you will listen and share as Kristie shares about living up to the standard she has set for her children. Sponsor: The Alabama Pecan Company AlabamaPecanCo.com
3m Mar 25, 2023
3m
Kelsey Terry Discusses Suicide Prevention & Seth Powell Discusses Therapeutic Options
Kelsey Terry did such a great job on her speech at UNA that I wanted her to share her thoughts with you when it comes to first responder suicide prevention. After my conversation with Kelsey, I'll have Seth Powell to share about coaching and therapy he offers through Ofaros. I hope you will listen and share.
36m Mar 25, 2023
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