Andre The Podcast

This weeks episode of Andre The Podcast is a more personal, from-the-heart conversation. As the holiday season brings joy for many, it can also stir feelings of sadness, loss, and loneliness. In this episode, Andre opens up about navigating his own experience with the holiday blues and processing a quiet sense of grief during this time of year. Through honest reflection, Andre discusses the import...

This week, Andre takes a step back from the headlines and reflects on the personal journey that has shaped him throughout 2025. In an honest and vulnerable conversation, he looks at how far hes come as a journalist, a creator, and a person after a year that began with uncertainty and a major health challenge that forced him to walk away from his previous job. What followed was a season of discomfo...

This week on Andre The Podcast, Andre slows things down for a laid-back holiday recap filled with family, laughter, and gratitude. For the first time ever, Andre spent Thanksgiving away from home traveling to the Windy City of Chicago with his new extended/blended family through marriage. From surprising Mama Vanessa to rediscovering familiar faces who still remembered him by name, Andre reflects...

This week on Andre The Podcast, were slowing things down for a warm and reflective Thanksgiving episode. Andre celebrates the spirit of gratitude from personal growth to community, faith, and the small joys that carried us through the year. But he also confronts the reality many families are facing right now. After a 43-day government shutdown, countless households are experiencing a very differen...

This week on Andre The Podcast, we break down the fast-moving legal battle over the National Guards presence in Memphis. A Tennessee judge has temporarily blocked the deployment, saying Governor Bill Lee may have exceeded his authority and now the state is fighting back with an appeal. In this episode, Andre explains what led to the deployment, why the court stepped in, and what this tug-of-war me...

In this weeks episode of Andre The Podcast, Andre gets real about the emotional toll of job hunting in todays world when every application feels like a shot in the dark and Weve decided to move forward with other candidates starts to sound way too familiar. Through honesty, faith, and hope, Andre unpacks what it means to trust Gods timing when doors arent opening as fast as youd like. He shares en...

When the clocks roll back and daylight saving time ends, many of us feel the shift in our mood, our sleep, and our energy. In this weeks episode of Andre The Podcast, Andre breaks down what really happens to your body during the time change and how to adjust smoothly according to medical experts. From sleep hygiene tips to light exposure routines, this episode helps you reset your internal cl...

On this special edition of Andre The Podcast, Andre sits down with Nurse and Breast Cancer Survivor Tiffany Bearden for a powerful and transparent conversation about her journey to healing and hope. Tiffany opens up about the moment she was diagnosed, how shes doing today, and what life looks like after surviving breast cancer. As both a nurse and survivor, Tiffany shares vital advice for women an...

In this weeks episode of Andre The Podcast, Andre takes a deep dive into the growing world of AI-generated videos and what happens when technology crosses the line. From funny clips like the little boy who mistakes a skunk for a kitty cat, to deepfakes that mislead millions, Andre unpacks how AI is changing what we see, what we believe, and who we can trust online. Through real-world examples and...

This week on Andre The Podcast, Andre breaks down the ongoing National Guard presence in Memphis including why theyre here, how the Memphis Safe Task Force began, and what the latest numbers show. With over 850 arrests reported as of October 14th, the city is feeling the weight of federal and state intervention. Andre explains whats behind the deployment, the legal debates surrounding it, and how...

This week on Andre The Podcast, were turning up the heat for a powerful and potentially life-saving conversation in recognition of National Fire Prevention Week 2025 (October 5th11th). Andre sits down with Ms. Kelly Ransdell, Director of the National Fire Protection Associations (NFPA) Public Education Division, to talk about this years theme, Charge into Fire Safety: Lithium-Ion Batteries in Your...

This week on Andre The Podcast, we bring you the latest developments as the Memphis Safe Task Force and National Guard officially begin operations in the city. From the first arrests and seizures to local government reactions, community responses, and unanswered questions, Andre walks through the facts from trusted sources including the Associated Press and Memphis-area news outlets. Take a listen...

In this episode of Andre The Podcast, Andre unpacks the science behind false fall, the late-summer/early-autumn weather shift that fuels allergies and lingering illness. From ragweed and mold to sudden temperature swings and immune stress, discover whats really making you feel under the weather and practical ways to breathe easier until the seasons finally settle down.

This week on Andre The Podcast, we break down the Presidents decision to send National Guard troops to Memphis. From the official announcement and federal task force details to local reactions, crime statistics, and unanswered questions, Andre lays out the facts from trusted sources so you can understand whats happening and what comes next without the noise or spin.

In this special edition of Andre The Podcast, Andre reflects on the tragic events of September 11th, 2001, a day that forever changed America and the world. Too young to remember the attacks himself, Andre sits down with his parents to hear their powerful memories: his mom recalling where they were together that morning, and his dad sharing what it was like to be just one week into a brand-new job...

Its 901 Day, Memphis! Every September 1st, the Bluff City comes alive as Memphians unite to celebrate everything that makes the 901 special. In this episode of Andre The Podcast, were diving into 901 Day 2025 from the massive block party on Beale Street to the Project 901 festivities with DJs, parades, and local businesses repping the culture. Well also highlight the 5K run/walk, community events,...

  **Trigger Warning**    In this episode of Andre The Podcast, Andre dives into the alarming rise of school swatting and hoaxes sweeping across the United States. From false active shooter reports to swatting calls targeting schools and universities, we explore how these threats impact students, educators, and communities. Andre breaks down real-life cases, including incidents at th...

This week on Andre The Podcast, Andre takes you inside the heart of Cleveland for the 2025 NABJ Convention. From networking with powerhouse journalists to reflecting on how far the journey has come since his first NABJ, Andre shares the lessons, connections, and takeaways that made this year unforgettable. Joined by Johnny and Melek for the third year in a row, hear how the trio navigated the ever...

This weeks episode is a special Throwback Thursday edition of Andre The Podcast as Andre travels for a business trip conference. While hes away, were revisiting one of our most heartfelt and personal episodes where the spotlight is flipped on Andre himself. Hosted by Calum Tuttle, Andres close friend and big brother figure, this conversation dives deep into Andres journey as a journalist from humb...

Its that time of year again, back to school season. In this episode, I reflect on what it feels like to no longer be heading to class, especially now that its been two years since I officially closed the chapter on my academic career. From the excitement of chasing my dreams to the moments I still miss the classroom, I get real about the value of education, especially higher education and why its...

In this insightful episode, I sit down with KaDedrick KD Richardson for a powerful conversation on money management and building a strong financial foundation. KD breaks down the essentials of financial planning and why understanding your credit is key to long-term success. We also dive into practical strategies for avoiding and managing debt without becoming overwhelmed, and explore how to build...

In this special Throwback Thursday episode, Im joined by NBC Connecticut news reporter Kevin Gaiss as we look back on the early days of his career. Kevin shares the story of how he landed his first TV job right after college, the lessons he learned starting out in the news industry, and the mindset it took to break into the business. From college classrooms to live newscasts, we talk about the jou...

In this powerful episode of Andre The Podcast, I sit down with Ahzaih Smith to talk about his personal journey of finding faith after experiencing the pain of divorce. Ahzaih opens up about how the end of his first marriage became a turning point in his spiritual walk, leading him back to God in a deeper and more authentic way. We also dive into an honest conversation about the difference between...

On this special Throwback Thursday episode of Andre The Podcast, I return to my alma mater, the University of Memphis for World College Radio Day, where it all began. I reflect on the early days of my media journey including how I was hesitant to even get behind a mic, my first work at FOX13 Memphis at the time, and how one person, my former professor and Memphis radio legend Ms. TK King, saw some...

Were celebrating African-American Music Appreciation Month by diving deep into the rich legacy of Black music and the artists who shaped it. From spirituals and jazz to hip-hop and R&B, we explore how Black musicians have paved the way for generations past, present, and future. Joining Andre for this powerful conversation are journalists and music connoisseurs Paige Walker and Devin Clark. Tog...