The Mark White Show

On this Make A Difference Minute, City of Florence Council President Kaytrina Simmons shares about the 4th Annual Shoals Scale Back happening Saturday, February 21st, from 1p to 4:30p at Harvest Mitchell Gym in Florence, Alabama. This community event is focused on health, wellness, and taking practical steps toward a healthier lifestyle. From local vendors to valuable resources, Shoals Scale Back...

On this episode of The Mark White Show, Council President Kaytrina Simmons joins me to talk about the 4th Annual Shoals Scale Back happening Saturday, February 21st, from 1p to 4:30p at Harvest Mitchell Gym in Florence, Alabama. This community event is focused on health, wellness, and practical steps toward a healthier lifestyle. From local vendors to valuable resources and door prizes, Shoals Sca...

On this Make A Difference Minute, Coleman Drew talks about the timeline surrounding his upcoming transplant. Diagnosed with cystic fibrosis at just two years old, Coleman has spent his life managing daily treatments and health challenges. Now, as transplant becomes the next step in his journey, he shares what the process looks like, what happens next, and how he and his family are preparing. This...

On this episode of The Mark White Show, I sit down with Coleman Drew, who was diagnosed with cystic fibrosis at just two years old. For most of his life, Coleman has faced daily treatments, hospital stays, and the quiet strength required to manage a chronic illness. Now, transplant has entered the conversation, and his family has partnered with COTA, the Children’s Organ Transplant Association, to...

On this Make A Difference Minute, we highlight the journey of Coleman Drew, a 27-year-old from Grady, Alabama, who is awaiting a second double lung transplant. Through the support of the Children's Organ Transplant Association (COTA) and a compassionate community, efforts are underway to raise funds for his transplant-related expenses. Learn more: cota.org/cotaforcolemansfight Sponsor: Premier Str...

Tonight on The Mark White Show, you’ll hear the story of Austin Terling. Austin would be 13 years old this year. Instead, his life on earth ended at just 9 years old in July of 2022 after a long and exhausting fight with a rare neurodegenerative brain disease caused by a mutation in the UBA5 gene. For four years, his parents, Anthony and Lindsey Terling, searched for answers. They walked through u...

On this Make A Difference Minute, I’m reminding listeners that one of the most meaningful things we can do is let people know they are not alone. Many carry silent burdens and feel unseen, even while surrounded by others. This segment encourages presence, compassion, and small acts of connection that can make a lasting difference. Sponsor: CoraNation Tailoring & Alterations

On this episode of The Mark White Show, April Black shares the story behind the Love Love Love 5K, a memorial run honoring the life and legacy of Teri Ingrey while raising awareness about melanoma. April reflects on who Teri was, the meaning behind the phrase “Love, love, love,” and how that message is now bringing people together to support families facing loss and serious illness. This conversat...

On this Make A Difference Minute, I’m reminding listeners that confidence and success rarely start with having everything figured out. This segment encourages people to take steps forward even when they feel unsure, knowing that experience is often the best teacher. Sponsor: Athens Bible School

On this Make A Difference Minute, I’m reminding listeners that life is fragile and time is never guaranteed. This segment encourages people to focus on what truly matters, loving their people well, showing kindness, and understanding that legacy is built through everyday moments, not just major milestones. Sponsor: Bankston Motor Homes

On this Make A Difference Minute, I'm sharing part of Jennifer Hope George’s conversation about how 2-year-old Isabelle Grace “Izzy” Juarez’s family learned of her B Cell Hodgkin Lymphoma diagnosis and how quickly life changed. Izzy is currently receiving treatment at Children’s in Birmingham as her family begins this unexpected journey. This minute is a reminder of how quickly life can shift and...

On this Make A Difference Minute, I’m sharing a personal reflection on the life of April Smith, a wife, mom, and friend who left a lasting impact on those who knew her. This segment reminds listeners to love their people well, show up for the people who matter, and never take time together for granted. Sponsor: Athens Bible School

On this episode of The Mark White Show, April Black shares the story behind the Love Love Love 5K, a memorial run honoring the life and legacy of Teri Ingrey while raising awareness about melanoma. April reflects on who Teri was, the meaning behind the phrase “Love, love, love,” and how that message is now bringing people together to support families facing loss and serious illness. This conversat...

On this Make A Difference Minute, April Black shares the heart behind the Love Love Love 5K and the legacy of Teri Ingrey. What started as a phrase Teri lived by, love, love, love, has now become a mission that is bringing a community together to remember, to support, and to raise awareness about melanoma. April talks about who Teri was, why this race matters, and how love can still move forward e...

On this episode of The Mark White Show, Mia Syn, Registered Dietitian and Founder of Nutrition By Mia, shares practical, realistic steps families can take to support heart health. From smart snack swaps to simple meal upgrades, Mia breaks down how small changes like incorporating nuts, fresh ingredients, and balanced portions can make a meaningful difference over time. Heart health does not have t...

On this edition of The Mark White Show, Chambers Ricketts shares the story of his 4-year-old son, Ethan, who was born with Polymicrogyria (PMG), a brain malformation that brings developmental delays, seizures, and requires total daily care. Chambers offers a father’s perspective on diagnosis, responsibility, and the quiet strength required to support a child with complex medical needs while leadin...

During Heart Health Month, many families are looking for simple, realistic ways to take better care of their hearts without feeling overwhelmed. On this MADM, Mia Syn, Registered Dietitian and Founder of Nutrition By Mia, shares practical nutrition insights that make heart healthy living feel doable in everyday life. Mia explains why nuts are often recommended as part of a heart healthy diet, what...

On this Make A Difference Minute, Chambers Ricketts shares a father's perspective after bringing his son, Ethan, home following his diagnosis of Polymicrogyria (PMG). Sponsor: CoraNation Tailoring & Alterations

On this edition of The Mark White Show, as part of my two-part series, Melissa Ricketts shares the story of her 4-year-old son, Ethan, who was born with Polymicrogyria (PMG), a brain malformation that brings developmental delays, seizures, and requires total daily care. Melissa opens up about the emotional journey of diagnosis, the daily realities of navigating therapies and specialized care, and...

On this Make A Difference Minute, Melissa Ricketts shares what the first weeks and months were like after bringing her son Ethan home following his diagnosis of Polymicrogyria (PMG). She talks about the emotions, the unknowns, and the learning curve that comes with suddenly becoming not just a parent, but also an advocate, caregiver, and medical support system for your child. Melissa shares how fa...

On this Make A Difference Minute, Aimee Wimmer, Vice President of the Limestone County Beekeeper Club, shares why bees are essential to our food supply, agriculture, and the health of our environment. Learn how local education, responsible beekeeping, and community involvement help protect bee populations and why this work matters to every family, not just farmers and beekeepers. Sponsor: Bankston...

On this Make A Difference Minute, I'm sharing part of Jennifer Hope George’s conversation about how 2-year-old Isabelle Grace “Izzy” Juarez’s family learned of her B Cell Hodgkin Lymphoma diagnosis and how quickly life changed. Izzy is currently receiving treatment at Children’s in Birmingham as her family begins this unexpected journey. This minute is a reminder of how quickly life can shift and...

On this episode of The Mark White Show, we start with Jennifer Hope George, who shares the story of 2-year-old Isabelle Grace “Izzy” Juarez and her recent diagnosis of B Cell Hodgkin Lymphoma. Jennifer talks about how quickly life changed for this family, what Izzy’s fight looks like right now at Children’s in Birmingham, and how the community is already stepping up through early plans for a benef...

On this Make A Difference Minute, I’m reminding listeners that life is not always fair, but we still have the power to choose how we respond. This segment encourages listeners to focus on using what they have to do good, help others, and live with purpose, regardless of recognition or reward. Sponsor: Singing River Dentistry

On tonight’s edition of The Mark White Show, the first segment focuses on protecting people from a growing threat that is impacting families across the country. My guest is Amy Nofziger, Senior Director of Victim Support with the AARP Fraud Watch Network. Amy has spent more than two decades helping protect consumers and supporting victims of fraud. We talk about how romance scams really work, why...