Coach & Friends

Coach Kris Herron was joined by his friend, Coach Jerry Weems. Heath Bone dropped in for a stroll down the 16th at Augusta ahead of Masters weekend. Cliff Richards, the CEO of The Hale Foundation and Valor Station, stopped by for a chat with the guys. And it’s the first Monday of the month, so Dr. Chip East from Alabama Extension was in the house.

The Barber, David Nolen, set the tone as he guided Coach & Friends into the weekend. Heath Bone took the crew to Augusta’s iconic 15th at Firethorne, analyzing the challenges of the par 5. Golf trivia and on-air challenges kept everyone on their toes, testing their knowledge of the game. The guys also shared Krispy Kreme experiences that didn’t quite live up to the sweet memories of the past. 

Get Up with Giddens! Coach Steve Giddens joined Coach Kris Herron on Coach & Friends . Heath Bone offered words of encouragement along the legendary par-4, 440-yard 14th at Augusta. The guys also explored the official process of changing a name. To top it off, they cut, cored, and prepared a pineapple for a delicious snack.

Taylor Time! Rusty Taylor was along for the ride on Coach & Friends.  Heath Bone walked the guys through the legendary 13th hole at Augusta National. They also recapped Little League opening night, reflected on morning fog rolling over the square, and covered top headlines from The Clay Times Journal .

April Fool's Day! It was a Shortt Tuesday with Coach Michael Shortt. Heath Bone provided encouragement from Golden Bell, the renowned 12th hole at Augusta, while the guys highlighted famous hole-in-ones at The Masters. The show also featured a discussion of kayaking adventures on the Tallapoosa.

Coach Kris Herron had a full house this morning with Coach Jerry Weems and Heath Bone along for the ride. Heath brought some inspiration straight from the par-4 11th at Augusta, sharing wisdom from the fairway. Meanwhile, Coach Weems recapped a packed weekend, and Bone matched him in busyness. And to top it all off, the crew celebrated Heath’s birthday.

The Barber, David Nolen, wrapped up the week on Coach & Friends . Heath Bone broke down Camellia , the 495-yard, par-4 10th hole, and its inspiration. The guys also covered hot and fresh fast food, Meghan and Harry, red tag Levi’s, and Dave’s hot plate.

Get Up with Giddens! Coach Steve Giddens was in the house and he didn’t come empty-handed! Bringing fresh, peeled, and perfectly cut pineapple, he set the tone for Coach & Friends.  Meanwhile, Heath Bone wrapped up the front 9 with an inspirational message. Giddens and the Bone traded stories about their golf game. And of course, it wouldn’t be a complete episode without taking a moment to cel...

Taylor Time! Rusty Taylor was along for the ride on Coach & Friends.  Heath Bone took listeners down the par-5 8th hole for the day’s inspirational thought. The guys reflected on the traditions of a first deer hunt and that unforgettable first kill. Meanwhile, a delivery truck outside the studio caused all kinds of activity. To wrap things up, they found themselves waiting on Rube and also wel...

Shortt Tuesday! Coach Michael Shortt joined Coach Kris Herron on  Coach & Friends.  Heath Bone began the show with the middle six of his inspiration and encouragement segment before he and Shortt took a deep dive into their feelings. The guys reminisced about the legendary Atomic Balm salve and its many uses. They also reflected on classic old-school games like Yard Darts. To wrap things up, t...

Coach Kris Herron was joined by his good friend, Coach Jerry Weems, on a Monday morning. Heath Bone continued his journey around Augusta, sharing inspirational thoughts from the 6th hole. they also recapped the weekend’s golf success of Weems and Bone, celebrated the Alabama Spelling Bee championship, and reminisced about overachievers they've encountered along the way.

The second day of spring brought The Barber, David Nolen, in for the morning. Heath Bone joined in, adding extra inspiration to close out the week. The guys also took a trip down memory lane, chatting about the last remaining Morrison’s Cafeteria in the country, the legendary SAW’s BBQ, and none other than Taylor Hicks.

Get Up with Giddens! Coach Steve Giddens joined Coach Kris Herron on Coach & Friends.  Heath Bone returned with fresh inspiration, and the guys shared plenty of Dad jokes and puns. Plans for the inaugural Classic Country Mornings Spelling Bee took shape, with Vickie Merle accepting the role of commissioner.

Taylor Time! Rusty Taylor was along for the ride on Coach & Friends.  Heath Bone returned with more inspiration, while Tabulicious joined the conversation. It was a happening morning for Coach Herron. They talked about the Talladega Creek, sparking a debate on the difference between a creek and a branch. Nostalgic moments filled the air, and the latest headlines from the The Clay Times Journal...

Shortt Tuesday! Heath Bone returned with another round of inspirational thoughts. He and Coach Michael Shortt dove into a discussion about the differences in golf balls. They also tackled the longest word in the English language, pneumonoultramicroscopicsilicovolcanoconiosis , and talked about camping in a truck bed.

Coach Kris Herron was joined by Coach Jerry Weems for a special St. Patrick’s Day Monday. Heath Bone shared inspirational thoughts. The guys also looked back on past storm memories and discussed interesting facts about a favorite beach trip stop for many, Priester’s Pecans. 

The Barber, David Nolen, took the wheel on Coach & Friend s as they steered into the weekend. The crew explored "Famous" Alabamians and their high school roots, while Marlin "Speedy" Vaughn spotlighted exciting opportunities at Koch Foods. Plus, Coach Herron and David celebrated Albert Einstein and potato chips.

Get Up with Giddens! Coach Steve Giddens, along with Coach Kris Herron, guided Coach & Friends through the morning, covering the calendar changes of 1582, disruptive technology over the years, a comparison of 1978 and 2025, and the mystery of why Donald Duck doesn’t wear pants.

Taylor Time! Rusty Taylor was in the house as the crew discussed the latest headlines from The Clay Times Journal . Radio royalty Bill “Bubba” Bussey also joined the show, sharing his wisdom on everything from sunrises and sunsets to the best snack foods and the beloved potato bar. The conversation also touched on church visitation programs, and Bubba gave listeners an inside look at his latest pr...

Shortt Tuesday! Coach Michael Shortt steered the conversation through the morning. They discussed Coach Shortt's weekend fence repair, granddaughter golf adventures, a massive sand pile, and local road closures.

Coach Kris Herron started the week with the always entertaining Tabulicious. They talked about an exciting wedding weekend on the horizon, the surprising strength and many uses of Gorilla Tape, and a floor painting project that needed some serious attention. Coach also received a game-changing gift, an air fryer.

The Barber, David Nolen moved Coach & Friends into the weekend. The crew tackled the big questions: Are you selfish? And why are we selfish? Ole’ 54 stopped by with a toes and knee report and revealed his love for track and field. The Barber and ‘54 discovered they’re both right-eye dominant, and the guys uncovered the mystery of weenie bread.

Get Up with Giddens! Coach Steve Giddens joined Coach Kris Herron on Coach & Friends.  They discussed the kickoff of tax season, the three H’s to live by: Hush, Hear, and Hughes, and the ongoing battle between winter and spring.

The Grinder, Rusty Taylor, pushed Coach & Friends through the morning. They covered Clay Central baseball broadcast prep, shared their experiences at Rhythm Café, and reflected on Taylor’s time at Mt. Zion. The conversation turned to the pressing issue of wild and brush fires. To wrap things up, they took a sudsy detour, debating favorite soap brands and the timeless question of bar or liquid.

Shortt Tuesday! Coach Michael Shortt joined Coach Kris Herron on  Coach & Friends.  They recapped a weekend of birthday celebrations, discussed the struggles of dry skin and winter itch, and debated whether or not to use lotion. They also shared their experiences with the silky effects of hard water along the coast.