Around Our Community

Adrian Wallace, Owner & Lead Instructor of AHW Barber Academy in Pensacola, Florida, along with his team joins us in studio to discuss their philosophy on success, what lead them to barbering, and how they're working in the community to help change the lives of those looking for a career in barbering. Barbering is a very profitable, high demand industry and The Adrian H. Wallace Barber Ac...

tnJohn Eads, Co-Founder and Executive Director of Light Of The Village (LOTV) joins us in studio. The Light of the Village Ministry is located inside one of the most impoverished and violent neighborhoods in the southeastern United States.  In 2001, a "crack house" was transformed by Christ into a place of Christian faith, hope, and love. Light of the Village is a front-line, hands-on mi...

Georgia Baker, Interim CEO of YMCA South Alabama, joins us to discuss all of the wonderful programs offered by the YMCA for all age ranges, from infants to seniors. If you're interested in partnering with the YMCA to sponsor a child or some of their community programs, contact Georgia at 251-432-4768 To learn more about YMCA of South Alabama and their community offerings and programs, please...

Jay Stubbs, CLU, Sr. Partner and Risk Management Specialist with Providence Partners joins us in studio! Jay Stubbs has been a student and leader of the insurance business since 1999. With extensive risk management knowledge, he can easily communicate the opportunities for planning and problem solving in life insurance, disability, and long-term care. And with that knowledge, Jay can advise the ad...

Kendell Young, Homeless Outreach Coordinator with the City of Mobile, joins us in studio with special guest host, Eric Lindmark from Waterfront Rescue Mission. Homeless individuals needing assistance can reach out by dialing 2-1-1, or by calling Kendell at 251-406-1910. ------------ This episode is guest hosted by Eric Lindmark, Director of Development at Waterfront Rescue Mission .  ------------...

Travis Toth, Area Director with CBMC (Christian Business Men's Connection) joins us in studio. Travis previously served as the Senior Associate Athletic Director for External Affairs with the University of South Alabama, as well as the General Manager of the Mobile BayBears. If you have questions or want more information about CBMC, Travis can be reached at 251-367-6195 or via email at ttoth@...

Kevin Lazarus, found of First Step Ministry, joins us in studio, along with Eric Lindmark from Waterfront Mission, to discuss his organization's work in the community to serve the unhoused & downtrodden, including helping them to get started with basic needs like proper identification and qualifying for assistance programs to get them back on their feet. First Step Ministry is a partner o...

James Lynum joins us in studio to discuss his vision for a new startup mission, Destined For Greatness. James talks about the struggles he had growing up, and how they gave him a desire to reach troubled youth in our communities. ------------ Learn more about Community Insurance Partners and how we help our clients with Medicare, at: www.cipmedicare.com

Eric Lindmark (Regional Director of PR & Development) and Mark Isbell (Executive Director of PR & Development) with Waterfront Rescue Mission join us in studio! Eric & Mark discuss their paths in life that lead them to the Waterfront team, as well as all of the great things WRM does in our communities for the Mobile & Pensacola areas, including a new program that works with area ho...

Lieutenant Colonel (Ret.) Robert Barrow, with South Alabama Veterans Council, joins us in studio to discuss how they support the local veterans in our community, as well as upcoming events honoring veterans. To learn more about South Alabama Veterans Council (SAVC), please visit: https://savc.info/ ------------ Learn more about Community Insurance Partners and how we help our clients with Medicare...

Paul Prine, former Chief of Police for Mobile Police Department, and current mayoral candidate for the City of Mobile, joins us in studio to discuss his life growing up in Mobile, what lead him to a career in law enforcement, and what his 3-Point Plan is for the future of Mobile if elected as the next mayor. To learn more about Paul Prine's campaign for mayor, please visit: Prine For Mayor on...

Gust Fisch, with Shell Health, joins us in studio. SHELL Health is dedicated to delivering vital sexual health and prevention services with a commitment to inclusivity and compassion for all communities.  To learn more about Shell Health, please visit: https://www.shellhealth.org/ ------------ Learn more about Community Insurance Partners and how we help our clients with Medicare, at: www.cipmedic...

Dr. Anthony Nguyen, Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine with VIPcare, joins us in studio to discuss what motivated him to become a doctor, why he chose the D.O. route, and his philosophy for treating patients.  VIPcare has been serving the medical needs of Medicare and Medicare Advantage beneficiaries since 2006.  VIPcare's focus is: "We believe that each patient is unique, and in order to ve...

Attorney Travis Johns joined us in studio this week. Travis's slogan is, "Saraland based; known statewide. Fight for your rights, and don't fight alone." The law offices of Travis Johns handles areas of practice such as Estate Planning, Custody & Support, Accident & Injury, and many others. They also offer a flat-fee pricing option for retainer cases, as well as free ca...

Carly Anders (Program Director) and Alana McFerrin (Medical Assistant) with Behavioral Health Group (BHG) joins us in studio. Behavioral Health Group has the largest network of Joint Commission-accredited outpatient opioid treatment and recovery centers in America. " At BHG, we know that opioid addiction, or opioid use disorder (OUD), is not a moral failing . It’s a chronic disease of the bra...

Chris Leslie, owner of Seniors Blue Book Alabama Gulf Coast joins us in studio! The Seniors Blue Book is designed to help seniors, caretakers, and family members navigate the maze of senior care, housing, and services. To learn more about Seniors Blue Book Alabama Gulf Coast, please visit: https://sbbagc.com ------------ Learn more about Community Insurance Partners & our Medicare Benefits Sto...

Sgt. Major Eric Bowers joins us in studio to discuss his work with veterans as part of Gulf Coast Wounded Warriors and Gulfport Behavioral Health Systems. "Gulf Coast Wounded Warriors is a compassionate organization dedicated to providing recreational and mental health therapeutic activities for wounded service members along the Gulf Coast. Our programs encompass mental health support, commun...

Joshua Jones, Program Director for the USA Health University Hospital Based Violence Intervention Program in Mobile, joins us in studio. Through a partnership with the University Hospital and MCHD, the City of Mobile has established the area's first Hospital-Based Violence Intervention Program (HVIP). Modeled after successful HVIPs in other parts of the country, this new initiative will help...

Dr. Ashley Williams Hogue, Director of the University of South Alabama's Center for Healthy Communities, joins us in studio. Dr. Williams Hogue attended medical school at the University of South Carolina School of Medicine in Columbia, South Carolina. She completed a general surgery residency at the University of South Alabama, then a surgical critical care fellowship at the University of Pit...

Jillian Bowers, Program Directory for University of South Alabama's Center for Healthy Communities, joins us in studio. The Center for Healthy Communities represents the University of South Alabama's dedication to its community. The Center for Healthy Communities is the lead entity within the University of South Alabama for coordinating community education, research, public service and h...

Diana Brewer - Development Director at Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC) Mobile, and Danyell Low-Stewart, "Super Volunteer" at RMHC Mobile join us in studio to talk about the amazing services provided by RMHC and how you can get involved in helping out these families in need -------- To learn more about Ronald McDonald House Mobile, please visit: https://rmhcmobile.org/ Learn more a...

We are joined in studio by Dr. Francis-Shearer, Danette Jolly & Amber Singleton with the University of South Alabama Center for Healthy Communities. The Center for Healthy Communities is the lead entity within the University of South Alabama for coordinating community education, research, public service and health activities to help eliminate health disparities, foster access to healthcare for...

Wade Meadows joins us to discuss his personal journey through recovery and into a Certified Interventionist & Recovery Coach for Any Length Resources. The mission of Any Length Resources is to provide ethical, supportive, safe, and healthy recovery communities for men and women who desire freedom from chemical dependency. The environment will inspire meaningful recovery through daily activitie...

Ann Marie Meadows with Longleaf Recovery & Wellness joins us again (our first THREE-TIME guest!) to talk about Longleaf's recovery programs for substance use and mental health disorders throughout the state, including the Grand Opening of their new location in Spanish Fort, Alabama. Longleaf Wellness-Birmingham is an outpatient program dedicated specifically to treat primary mental health...

Brock Sellers, President of Alabama Conference of Social Work (ACSW) joined us at our booth during the 2024 ACSW Convention in Orange Beach, Alabama for our first ever on-location podcast! ACSW's Mission: The Conference exists for the purpose of promoting the Social Welfare of Citizens of the State of Alabama. The Conference is a non-profit, charitable, educational, literary, and scientific s...