Honoring Veteran Legacies with Chris Batté
On today's show, we are recognizing Honoring Veteran Legacies with co-founder Chris Batté! On the show, Chris shares about her great uncle, who died during WWII and inspired her to care so deeply for veterans. She also shares about the mission of Honoring Veteran Legacies and an upcoming trip to Washington D.C. for Korean War veterans. Listen & share.
32m Jul 19, 2022
32m
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: BamaEstatePlanning.com
3m Jul 18, 2022
3m
Make A Difference Minute: Coach Nico Johnson Honors Hometown Heroes
Because of my computer issue last night, Texas Longhorns Assistant Coach Nico Johnson’s Make A Difference Minute did not make it to California in time to air today, so I have it scheduled to run tomorrow. To keep everyone on the same page, it will air on the others as well. Sponsor: Visit North Alabama NorthAlabama.org
2m Jul 17, 2022
2m
Cora's Corner: Stars in My Eyes
On this episode of Cora's Corner, Cora is reading "Stars in My Eyes" written by Michelle Norwood and inspired by Hunter Norwood, founder of A Little Something Extra Ice Cream! I hope you will share this segment with others, especially children! Sponsor: Brad Wallace with Edward Jones in Madison, AL
5m Jul 16, 2022
5m
Texas Longhorns Assistant Football Coach Nico Johnson & Cora's Corner
On today's show, I have special guest Coach Nico Johnson. Originally from Andalusia, Alabama, Coach Johnson is now an assistant coach with the Texas Longhorns. Although, he is now in Austin, Texas, Coach Johnson still has a great appreciation for his roots in Andalusia. Coach Johnson shares about some people back home who made a positive impact on his life as well as some of the struggles of fi...
1hr 17m Jul 16, 2022
1hr 17m
Make A Difference Minute: Coach Nico Johnson Reflects on Difference Makers Back Home
This morning, you'll hear an inspiring message about some special people in Andalusia, Alabama, from Texas Longhorns Assistant Coach Nico Johnson! Listen & share. Sponsor: Bankston Motor Homes BankstonMotorHomes.com
3m Jul 16, 2022
3m
Jerica Frazier of Jerica's Journey
On February 18th, 2016, then 21-year-old Jerica Frazier was in a vehicle accident that nearly took her life. Her dad, who was a volunteer firefighter, pulled up on the scene to find that it was his daughter fighting for her life. Jerica survived, but doctors thought both of her legs would need to be amputated. After re-evaluating the situation, the medical team was able to save Jerica’s right l...
36m Jul 16, 2022
36m
Make A Difference Minute: Jerica's Journey
On February 18th, 2016, then 21-year-old Jerica Frazier was in a vehicle accident that nearly took her life. Her dad, who was a volunteer firefighter, pulled up on the scene to find that it was his daughter fighting for her life. Jerica survived, but doctors thought both of her legs would need to be amputated. After re-evaluating the situation, the medical team was able to save Jerica’s right l...
2m Jul 15, 2022
2m
GratitudeAmerica, Inc. with CEO Michael Anthony
GratitudeAmerica’s mission is to provide critical support for service members, Veterans, and their families by conducting meaningful restorative programs to assist Veterans affected by deployment exposures such as traumatic brain injury and combat-related stress. On today's show, I am talking with GratitudeAmerica CEO Michael Anthony. In addition to the GratitudeAmerica effort, Michael shares h...
35m Jul 15, 2022
35m
Make A Difference Minute: GratitudeAmerica, Inc. with CEO Michael Anthony
Michael Anthony joined GratitudeAmerica, Inc. in June 2016 to serve as executive director. Prior to joining the team he worked at Publix where he oversaw all corporate education for Publix’s managers. After 20 years of service to Publix, Michael wanted to serve his fellow combat veterans. Michael’s background is in education, he holds degrees in education and advanced degrees in training and p...
3m Jul 14, 2022
3m
Windchime Wishes Limited with Leslie Gafford
Windchime Wishes Limited exists to bring patients AND families living with disabilities caused by, but not limited to, ALS, PLS, MS, CP, MD, TBI and spinal cord injuries to a peaceful, fully and extremely accessible vacation home at no cost to them. I hope you will listen at Leslie Gafford shares about this labor of love. Please share.
35m Jul 14, 2022
35m
Make A Difference Minute: Windchime Wishes Limited
On this MADM, Leslie Gafford is sharing about her passion for Windchime Wishes Limited in Andalusia, Alabama, and her vision for helping patients AND families living with disabilities caused by, but not limited to, ALS, PLS, MS, CP, MD, TBI and spinal cord injuries to a peaceful, fully and extremely accessible vacation home at no cost to them. Sponsor: Green's Dependable Hardware Russellville, AL
3m Jul 13, 2022
3m
Operation Grow Supports Military Veterans
On tonight’s show, we’re coming to you from Auburn University as I speak with Harli Willis who is Operation Grow coordinator for The Alabama Cooperative Extension System. Alabama’s ‘Operation Grow’ trains military veterans in agriculture the Operation Grow project, part of the Alabama Beginning Farmer program, provides special emphasis on the training needs of military veterans interested in ag...
33m Jul 13, 2022
33m
Make A Difference Minute: Army Staff Sgt. Kisha Makerney
On this MADM, Army Staff Sgt. Kisha Makerney shares some of her story of limb loss and her determination...and stubbornness to not let it keep her from living a full life. I hope that you will share this message of encouragement and inspiration with others. Sponsor: Athens Bible School
2m Jul 12, 2022
2m
Army Staff Sgt. Kisha Makerney
After Army Staff Sgt. Kisha Makerney made it safely back home after serving in Iraq, she had a motorcycle accident that led to the amputation of her left leg. Not having anyone tell her what she couldn’t do paved the way everything she could, including support from Operation Rebound: CAF through Challenged Athletes Foundation!
30m Jul 12, 2022
30m
Make A Difference Minute: Paracyclist JW "Stumpy Coop" Moreno
Since JW Moreno is racing again today, I wanted to share this message of encouragement and inspiration from JW as he competes in today's major U.S. Paralympics Cycling event in Chattanooga, Tennessee! Sponsor: Visit North Alabama NorthAlabama.org
2m Jul 10, 2022
2m
Cora's Corner: Super Powers
On this episode of Cora's Corner, Cora is reading "Super Powers" written by Michelle Anthony Norwood, illustrated by Mason Holcomb, and inspired by Hunter Norwood, founder of A Little Something Extra Ice Cream! You can purchase you copy of Super Powers on Amazon! Sponsor: Brad Wallace with Edward Jones in Madison, Alabama
6m Jul 09, 2022
6m
Matt's Kidney Transplant Journey & Cora's Corner
On this morning’s show, we’re highlighting Matt’s Kidney Transplant Journey with Matt & Dawn Beresford! After that, we’ll have a brand new episode of Cora’s Corner as Cora reads an excerpt of “Super Powers” written by Michelle Anthony Norwood, illustrated by Mason Holcomb, & inspired by Hunter Norwood of A Little Something Extra Ice Cream! Purchase your copy on Amazon! Listen & share.
33m Jul 09, 2022
33m
Make A Difference Minute: Finding Our Dad a Kidney with Taylor Cater Durham
On today's MADM, I have Taylor Cater Durham to share about her dad's need for a kidney donor. I hope that you will listen and share this need with others. It only takes a second to share, but could save Chris Cater's life. Sponsor: Bankston Motor Homes BankstonMotorHomes.com
3m Jul 09, 2022
3m
Taylor Cater Durham with Finding Our Dad a Kidney
On tonight's show, Taylor Cater Durham is giving us an update on her dad, Christopher Cater, who currently needs a kidney donor. After listening, I hope that you will join the group "Finding our dad a kidney" on Facebook. Listen & share and let's help save Chris' life.
23m Jul 09, 2022
23m
Make A Difference Minute: Alabama A&M Communications Media Major Morgan Symone
On this MADM, I have rising Alabama A&M junior Morgan Symone to share about her communications media major and her pursuit of a radio internship this fall! Listen & share. Sponsor: Alabama The Beautiful Magazine
2m Jul 08, 2022
2m
Alabama A&M University Communications Media Major Morgan Symone Seeks Internship
On tonight’s show, I have Morgan Symone, a rising junior at Alabama A&M University majoring in communications media. Originally from Montgomery, Alabama, Morgan hopes to have an internship in the Huntsville radio market this fall. Morgan’s message of drive and passion is both encouraging and inspiring! Listen & share.
36m Jul 08, 2022
36m
Make A Difference Minute: Douglas Medical Bills for a New Liver
26-year-old Douglas Lee was working up until last week. That’s when the pain became unbearable. Douglas is now in the UAB Liver Transplant unit waiting on a new liver. Thanks to Sylvia Blackerby, I found out about this situation and we’re going to try to help. On tomorrow’s Make A Difference Minute, I’ll have Douglas’ mom, Teresa, on the show to share about a fundraising effort for Douglas. Do...
3m Jul 07, 2022
3m
Paracyclist JW Moreno Competing for Team USA & Handcycling for Heroes
On tonight’s show, I have JW Moreno to share about his upcoming U.S. Paralympics Cycling race coming up this weekend in Chattanooga, TN. JW is riding in honor of Bibb County Sheriff's Deputy Brad Johnson, Prestonburg Captain Ralph Fraser, Floyd County Sheriff's Deputy William Petry, & Prestonburg Jacob Chaffins and his K-9, Drago. Tonight's show is also dedicated to those hero first responders.
50m Jul 07, 2022
50m
Make A Difference Minute: Army Veteran & Paracyclist JW Moreno
On tomorrow’s Make A Difference Minute, we’ll have JW Moreno with a message of encouragement and inspiration as he prepares for a major U.S. Paralympics Cycling event in Chattanooga, Tennessee, this weekend! Sponsor: Athens Bible School & CEI Bookstore / Truth Publications AthensBible.com & TruthPublications.com
3m Jul 06, 2022
3m
Baby Steps with Kaitlyn Willing
In August of 2011, as a junior at Auburn University, Kaitlyn ​Willing discovered that she was pregnant. When Kaitlyn made the decision to continue with her pregnancy and parent her baby, all financial and emotional support were cut off by her family. Despite all odds, she not only continued and finished her education at Auburn, she also built a beautiful life and family. Kaitlyn courageously ma...
31m Jul 06, 2022
31m
Make A Difference Minute: Baby Steps with Kaitlyn Willing
On today’s Make A Difference Minute & full show, we are highlighting Baby Steps at Auburn University with Kaitlyn Willing. Kaitlyn’s own personal experience as a pregnant student and mother, while attending Auburn University, solidified her passion for this special effort, now serving as director of operations for Baby Steps. Sponsor: Green's Dependable Hardware Russellville, AL
3m Jul 05, 2022
3m
Douglas Medical Bills for a New Liver
26-year-old Douglas Lee was working up until last week. That’s when the pain became unbearable. Douglas is now in the UAB Liver Transplant unit waiting on insurance approval for a new liver. Thanks to Sylvia Blackerby, I found out about this situation and we’re going to try to help. I hope you will listen & share.
25m Jul 05, 2022
25m
Make A Difference Minute: Douglas Medical Bills for a New Liver
26-year-old Douglas Lee was working up until last week. That’s when the pain became unbearable. Douglas is now in the UAB Liver Transplant unit waiting on insurance approval for a new liver. Thanks to Sylvia Blackerby, I found out about this situation and we’re going to try to help. On tomorrow’s Make A Difference Minute, I’ll have Douglas’ mom, Teresa, on the show to share about a fundraising ...
3m Jul 04, 2022
3m
Make A Difference Minute: Medical Emergency Preparedness with Connie Speegle
On this MADM, Connie Speegle is sharing about a medical episode that her husband and my cousin, Brad, experienced and how her quick response to his medical emergency was crucial to his survival. Listen & share. Sponsor: Visit North Alabama NorthAlabama.org
2m Jul 03, 2022
2m
Make A Difference Minute: Blessings For Bear
On this Make A Difference Minute, Thomas Cottingham, Bear's dad, is sharing about their need for a wheelchair accessible bathroom and how you can help that effort along with some other great causes. Sponsor: TNT Fireworks
2m Jul 02, 2022
2m
Blessings For Bear
On tonight’s show, we will be highlighting Blessings for Bear and the Cottingham family’s need for a wheelchair accessible bathroom. I’m talking with Bear’s dad, Thomas, about this special young man and how you can help. In addition to being posted here on SoundCloud, you can also subscribe to TMWS via TuneIn Radio, Apple iTunes, Audioboom, Spotify, Stitcher, Blubrry, Google Podcasts, & iHeart...
30m Jul 02, 2022
30m
Make A Difference Minute: Katie Brown with Nutrition Mental Health & Wellness
On today's Make A Difference Minute, my friend and a former dietician, Katie Brown, is sharing some tips for mental health/overall wellness, when it comes to nutrition! P.S. Get those fruits and vegetables at J. Calvert Farms! Sponsor: J. Calvert Farms
2m Jul 01, 2022
2m
Mental Health & Nutrition with Katie Brown & Medical Emergency Preparedness with Connie Speegle
On tonight’s show, we’re talking about nutrition and mental health/overall wellness with my friend, Katie Brown, and the importance of being prepared/getting medical attention quickly in case of an emergency with Connie Bodley Speegle. You can also subscribe to TMWS via TuneIn Radio, Apple iTunes, Audioboom, Spotify, Stitcher, Blubrry, Google Podcasts, & iHeart Radio. All shows are archived at...
51m Jul 01, 2022
51m
Make A Difference Minute: Colon Cancer Awareness
On this MADM, Merrill Culverhouse is sharing about a group he started after having his own battle with colon cancer. Merrill hopes to have people be more open about what they experience with colon cancer and help remove any stigma associated with having colon cancer. Sponsor: BamaEstatePlanning.com
3m Jun 30, 2022
3m
Colon Cancer Awareness with Merrill Culverhouse
There are colon cancer patients who do not feel comfortable speaking to others about their journey. For Merrill Culverhouse, who was diagnosed with colon cancer at 43 years old, talking about his journey has never been a problem. In addition to good therapy for himself, Merrill felt sharing might make a difference in someone else's life, too. Whether it helped someone decide to follow up with t...
40m Jun 30, 2022
40m
Make A Difference Minute: The Story of Dixie Dirt
On this MADM, Jeff Grimes, owner of Dixie Dirt, shares how the special seasoning created in Andalusia, Alabama, came to be. I hope you will listen and share. Support small business. Sponsor: Green's Dependable Hardware Russellville, AL
2m Jun 29, 2022
2m
Dixie Dirt with Jeff Grimes
When I visited Blue Bird Coffee Company in Andalusia, Alabama, last week, I found out about Dixie Dirt. Having produced a food product myself, I wanted to help their business out. My friend, Steven King, drove me over to meet the owner of Dixie Dirt, Jeff Grimes, and I did an interview. You can also subscribe to TMWS via TuneIn Radio, Apple iTunes, Audioboom, Spotify, Stitcher, Blubrry, Google...
39m Jun 29, 2022
39m
Make A Difference Minute: Blue Bird Coffee Company
I love to see the revitalization of downtown communities. Business owners willing to take a chance are the key to its success. In Andalusia, Alabama, the Blue Bird Coffee Company is a great example of this type of effort. Sharing about the coffee shop are Michele Gerlach, who is the director of communications for the city of Andalusia, and Greg White, who is the Covington County Commission chai...
3m Jun 28, 2022
3m
Covington County & City of Andalusia with Greg White & Michele Gerlach
Tonight’s show takes us back to Covington County, Alabama, as Covington County Commission Chairman Greg White & City of Andalusia Director of Communications Michele Cox Gerlach share about the area from Blue Bird Coffee Company in Andalusia. You can also subscribe to TMWS via TuneIn Radio, Apple iTunes, Audioboom, Spotify, Stitcher, Blubrry, Google Podcasts, & iHeart Radio. All shows are archi...
39m Jun 28, 2022
39m
Make A Difference Minute: Lucas Rhodes Gets His Make-A-Wish!
When I found out Lucas Rhodes, one of our TMWS Cool Kid Award winners, received a wish from Make-A-Wish Alabama, Cora & I headed to Cullman, Alabama, to see the Bankston Motor Homes camper for ourselves! Sponsor: Visit North Alabama NorthAlabama.org
2m Jun 27, 2022
2m
Make A Difference Minute: July Jamz, Lee Greenwood, & Vietnam Traveling Wall
On this MADM, Laura Wells, executive director for the Andalusia Area Chamber of Commerce, is sharing about their upcoming July Jamz concert series and Lee Greenwood & the Vietnam Traveling Memorial Wall coming to Andalusia, Alabama, on July 28th! Listen & share. Sponsor: TNT Fireworks
2m Jun 26, 2022
2m
Lucas Rhodes Make-A-Wish & Cora's Corner
On today’s show, we’re featuring Lucas Rhodes and his granted wish from Make-A-Wish Alabama, a new camper from Bankston Motor Homes! After my conversation with Lucas and his mom, Lindsay, we’ll have an episode of Cora’s Corner as she reads Lemons for Blessings by Carissa Behel Lovvorn! Cora will be joining the Lovvorn girls will be raising funds for Make-A-Wish Alabama by serving lemonade today...
30m Jun 25, 2022
30m
Make A Difference Minute: Lucas Rhodes Gets His Make-A-Wish!
When I found out Lucas Rhodes, one of our TMWS Cool Kid Award winners, received a wish from Make-A-Wish Alabama, Cora & I headed to Cullman, Alabama, to see the Bankston Motor Homes camper for ourselves! Sponsor: Bankston Motor Homes BankstonMotorHomes.com
3m Jun 25, 2022
3m
Covington Veterans Foundation Hosts The Traveling Vietnam Memorial Wall
Honoring our Vietnam vets! On tonight’s show, I have Michele Gerlach with Covington Veterans Foundation to talk about The Vietnam Traveling Memorial Wall coming to Andalusia, Alabama, on July 28th! The opening ceremony includes a concert with Lee Greenwood! Michele & I will also be talking about the service & sacrifice of those who served in Vietnam and finding opportunities to honor their ser...
40m Jun 25, 2022
40m
Make A Difference Minute: World Championship Domino Tournament
On tomorrow’s Make A Difference Minute, we are continuing to highlight Andalusia Rotary Club’s World Championship Domino Tournament taking place on July 8th & 9th in Andalusia, Alabama! Sharing about this annual fundraiser will be Rotary member Anna Copeland! Sponsor: Alabama The Beautiful Magazine
3m Jun 24, 2022
3m
Domino Tournament AND July Jamz AND Vietnam Memorial Wall AND Lee Greenwood Coming to ANDalusia
Tonight, I have a great show coming to you from Andalusia in Covington County, Alabama! Kicking things off will be Anna Copeland with Andalusia Rotary Club as she shares about the World Championship Domino Tournament coming up July 8th & 9th! After that, we’ll have Andalusia Area Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Laura Wells to share about July Jamz, which includes our friend, Lee Greenwoo...
33m Jun 24, 2022
33m
Make A Difference Minute: WWII Veteran Billy Mills Turned 100 Years Old
I saw the banner in a front yard in Bay Minette, Alabama, so we stopped. The sign on the front door read to go to the back door, so I walked around the back of the house. A lady came to the door and I asked if there had been a parade or if Mr. Billy lived there. She said he lived there and I asked if I would be able to talk with him. The lady went back inside and a couple of minutes later, Mr. ...
3m Jun 23, 2022
3m
UA National Alumni Association & Covington County Chapter with Rob Foreman & Dr. Keith Miller
On tonight’s show, I’ll have Alabama Alumni-Covington County Chapter President Rob Foreman as well as The University of Alabama National Alumni Association President-elect Keith Miller as we discuss their amazing efforts to give college scholarships to young people!
34m Jun 23, 2022
34m
Make A Difference Minute: UA National Alumni Association with President-elect Dr. Keith Miller
On this Make A Difference Minute, I have University of Alabama National Alumni Association President-elect Keith Miller to share about the National Alumni Association's impact on his life as a student and his effort to give back through his acceptance of the role of president. I hope you will listen & share. Sponsor: Green's Dependable Hardware Russellville, AL
2m Jun 22, 2022
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