Zach's At It Again

Zach and local radio star Thom Moore discuss their favorite story, A Christmas Carol , how it shaped Christmas as we know it, its lessons and the many film and TV adaptations it spawned.

Zach talks with legendary artist Jack "Jarata" Taylor about his many encounters with icons such as Bonnie Raitt, Elvis Presley, Chaka Khan and President Gerald Ford.

Zach talks with Jack "Jarata" Taylor, legendary surrealist painter, about his lifelong career that has spanned the globe.  Learn the stories behind "Rainy Night Blues" and "Blue Moon," some of his best-known paintings. 

Zach talks with Jaelyn Taylor, the 14-year-old frontwoman of her own bluegrass band, Jaelyn Taylor and 21 South, about her debut EP and what it's like to be a leader of a band in a male-dominated genre.  The band also comes with three generations of musical talent. 

Zach talks to Mary Alice Watson, instructor of culinary arts at the Wythe County Technology Center, about the importance of learning to cook independently and the many benefits her program offers students in preparation for a potential career in food service.  Part 2 of 2.

Zach talks to Mary Alice Watson, instructor of culinary arts at the Wythe County Technology Center, about the importance of learning to cook independently and the many benefits her program offers students in preparation for a potential career in food service.  Part 1 of 2. 

Local legend Fred Brown shares with Zach the more than 50-year legacy of Wythe Raceway.

Zach talks to Angel Calfee (nee Underwood), the new bride of his oldest friend Jeff, about their unique Tim Burton-themed wedding.

Zach talks to his father, Herb Cooley, on his 80th birthday about his life, career, and their life together as a family.

Zach talks to Bill Leighty, former Chief of Staff for Governor Tim Kaine, about his planning the visit and meeting with Her Late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II in Virginia in May 2007.

Zach talks to Jeremy Snow, grandson of the late Alma Venable, owner and operator of the Mayberry Motor Inn in Mt. Airy, NC for 55 years.  They discuss Alma's life and legacy as the "real-life Aunt Bea."

Zach talks with Jim Clark, founder of the Andy Griffith Show Rerun Watchers Club and co-author of Betty Lynn's posthumous autobiography, Becoming Thelma Lou , about their mutual friend and the legacy she left behind.

Zach talks to drummer Jim Clarey of the sensational Charlotte-based U2 cover band, Bullet the Blue Sky, about his life as a drummer, their incredible show at the Labor Day Celebration in Saltville, VA, and more.

Zach talks to Pete Lents, front man for Abacab: The Music of Genesis, the phenomenal Charlotte-based Genesis tribute band about their Labor Day show in Saltville, VA and more.  Part 2 of 2.

Zach talks to Pete Lents, front man for Abacab: The Music of Genesis, the phenomenal Charlotte-based Genesis tribute band about their Labor Day show in Saltville, VA and more.  Listen to the end to hear a clip of Zach's eight-year-old daughter Bella singing backup on "Tonight, Tonight, Tonight."  Part 1 of 2.

After visiting the Titanic Museum in Pigeon Forge, TN with his family, Zach talks with its first-ever employee, Titanic expert Jodi Justus about all aspects of the magnificent ship and its sinking, the greatest tragedy in maritime history.  Part 2 of 2.

After visiting the Titanic Museum in Pigeon Forge, TN with his family, Zach talks with its first-ever employee, Titanic expert Jodi Justus about all aspects of the magnificent ship and its sinking, the greatest tragedy in maritime history.  Part 1 of 2.

Zach talks to Billy "The Spa Guy" Stallings about Elvis, his visits to Southwest Virginia, and much more!

Zach talks to Billy "The Spa Guy" Stallings about Elvis, his visits to Southwest Virginia, and much more!

Zach talks to longtime friend Dr. Josh Stephens about the in and outs of physical therapy and the possibility of his opening his own practice in his native Wythe County.

Zach talks to Matt Browning, author of The Definitive Golden Girls Cultural Reference Guide.

Zach talks with his friend Mindy Jackson about her metal band, Dying Oath, and their national achievements this year.

Zach talks to legendary storyteller Judy Farlow about her many characters and how she has made a lifelong career out of entertaining thousands of children each year.

Zach talks with his friend and mentor, legendary reporter and writer about the revamped version of Don't Look Up!: The Real Stories Behind the Virginia UFO Sightings , the book he co-authored with Danny Gordon about the Wytheville UFO flap of 1987.

Zach and his longtime friend Jeremy Miller discuss "The Golden Girls" and its impact on cultural society as well as on their own life journeys after seeing a movie theater screening together of six special episodes.