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Send us Fan Mail Buckle Up Podcast – Episode Spotlight: Bishop Susan Haynes “From Madam Hall’s Classroom to the Bishop’s Calling” Today’s episode was a heartfelt and powerful journey with none other than Bishop Susan Haynes, a woman of deep faith, remarkable insight, and a legacy beautifully intertwined with my own family’s story. Bishop Haynes joined us to reflect on her early years and the profo...

Send us Fan Mail Meet Carla Maria – A Spirit Medium Unshaken, A Voice Unmatched Carla Maria is my spirit animal—straight up. She is a powerful force of nature: spiritually gifted, deeply wise, and unapologetically herself. In this episode, Carla opens up about her Northern California roots and her proud Filipino heritage. She gives us a heartfelt history lesson on the Philippines and Filipino cult...

Send us Fan Mail Buckle Up Feature: Ray Solo Today’s episode brings the energy, the laughs, and the real talk—because we’re joined by none other than Ray Solo. With a personality that lights up social media and a heart rooted in service, Ray is the kind of guest who reminds us that there’s always more to the story. Ray is proudly serving in the United States Air Force, where she works as a medic—a...

Send us Fan Mail The Story That Started It All narrated by Mason Rush & Brandon Rush We take it back to the story that launched the Buckle Up Podcast Universe — the one that brought in over 1 million views and captured the hearts of everyone who heard it. This is the story of Mason Rush and his Uncle B, actor Brandon Rush, as they recount the precious time they spent with their grandfather — D...

Send us Fan Mail New Intro Announcement We are thrilled to announce a brand-new introduction for the Buckle Up Podcast Universe — voiced by an incredible Australian actress who is not only a big-time performer in Australia, but now lives and performs on the big stage in London. She’s graced screens across continents, and we’re honored she lent her powerhouse voice and presence to help introduce wh...

Send us Fan Mail We are thrilled to announce a brand-new introduction for the Buckle Up Podcast Universe — voiced by an incredible Australian actress who is not only a big-time performer in Australia, but now lives and performs on the big stage in London. She’s graced screens across continents, and we’re honored she lent her powerhouse voice and presence to help introduce what Buckle Up is all abo...

Send us Fan Mail ANNOUNCEMENT: Buckle Up Podcast Universe x The Just Acting Up Show We’re proud to announce an exciting new collaboration between the Buckle Up Podcast Universe and The Just Acting Up Show—a partnership rooted in talent, legacy, and shared momentum. This collaboration follows a pivotal chapter in Brandon Rush’s career, beginning with his role on Power Book II: Ghost in New York Cit...

Send us Fan Mail Buckle Up with Kayla Parker New Special Co-Host Today on the Buckle Up Podcast with Brandon Rush and Mama Rush, we had the absolute pleasure of sitting down with the incredible Kayla Parker—a standout guest and an even more exceptional human being. Kayla walked us through her powerful life journey, starting with her tight-knit family and athletic roots in the state of Florida.  As...

Send us Fan Mail “Going Home: A Tribute to David Nathaniel Smith” Description: In this powerful and deeply personal episode of the Buckle Up Podcast, actor and host Brandon Rush shares the heartfelt eulogy he delivered for his father, David Nathaniel Smith, a beloved coach, mentor, and community leader. David Nathaniel Smith was a man who wore many hats — a dedicated father, a coach who shaped the...

Send us Fan Mail In this special episode, Brandon Rush returns to the University of South Carolina to guest-speak at one of Professor Randy Covington’s classes—a tradition he’s been honored to uphold over the years. Join Brandon as he shares insights from his journey in the entertainment industry, stories from his time as a student, and the lessons he’s learned along the way. 6.3 Million Views Soc...

Send us Fan Mail “Today, we honor the late David Nathaniel Smith, a man whose words and presence left a lasting legacy. One of the final times my dad spoke publicly was at my grandfather’s funeral—Bishop Edward Smith. In that moment, standing before family, friends, and a grieving community, my dad delivered the speech of a lifetime. He had written just a few thoughts down on a piece of paper in m...

Send us Fan Mail Buckle Up Spotlight: Nurse Linda Today, we’re proud to shine the spotlight on Nurse Linda, a remarkable woman whose journey is nothing short of inspiring. At the age of 55, after raising two young boys, Linda made the courageous decision to go back to school and pursue her dream of becoming a nurse. She didn’t just stop at earning her RN—she went all the way and earned her BSN, pr...

Send us Fan Mail Buckle Up Medical: Dr. David Smith Returns for Round Two! We’re thrilled to welcome Dr. David Smith back for Round Two of BUP Medical (Buckle Up Podcast Medical)—and this time, we’re diving even deeper. In this powerful episode, Dr. Smith breaks down a wide range of topics, from the latest insights on weight loss medications to exploring the causes of cardiovascular issues and how...

Send us Fan Mail Today on the Buckle Up Podcast, we were honored to sit down with my great friend Shy—a proud Navy veteran, incredible human being, and someone whose story truly inspires. We talked about everything from her journey into the Navy, her time in college, to her experiences serving overseas, including being deployed in Japan. Shy opened up about the realities of deployment, the transit...

Send us Fan Mail Buckle Up Podcast Spotlight: Tim Gallaway Today’s guest on the Buckle Up Podcast was none other than Tim Gallaway—an unstoppable force in business, entrepreneurship, and leadership. A proud graduate of Texas A&M, Tim’s story is one of grit, heart, and vision. Starting work at just 12 years old, growing up in Texas with humble beginnings, Tim transformed determination into a li...

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Send us Fan Mail "Grace In Every Step: Gabriela Arroyo on Family, Healing, and End-of-Life Care" **“We were truly blessed and honored to have Gabriela Arroyo—spelled—join us today on the Buckle Up Podcast. Gabby is a remarkable nurse and an even more remarkable human being, shaped by the love and values of an incredible family who played a huge role in the woman she is today. Gabby holds...

Send us Fan Mail A lit candle loses nothing by lighting another . All right, Buckle Up family—we have a very special guest joining us today on the Buckle Up Podcast. Please welcome Alicia Justus, spelled A-L-I-C-I-A J-U-S-T-U-S, the incredible force behind Navigating Venus. Alicia isn’t just a nurse—she’s a relationship coach, a fashion consultant, and easily one of the most interesting people I’v...

Send us Fan Mail Buckle Up x Just Acting Up: Special Collaboration Episode Sometimes people switch up. Sometimes they don’t believe in you until the spotlight’s already on. But then… there are the ones who’ve always been in your corner. Today’s episode is a special one—Brandon Rush sits down with the crew from Just Acting Up, longtime brothers in this game, Chris and James, to talk about what it r...

Send us Fan Mail Buckle Up, because it’s time for the Brandon Rush 10-Minute Show! Straight outta the East Coast, with a heart that beats for New York, today’s 10-minute ride dives headfirst into one of Brandon Rush’s wildest audition stories yet—so wild, he got banned for a year. Yep, you heard that right. Born bold, raised fearless, Brandon’s always lived by what Mama Rush taught him: “Fortune f...

Send us Fan Mail Buckle Up and Give a Big Welcome to Desiree! Keys, Echo, Son of David, and The Godfather — let’s roll out the red carpet! Today, we officially welcome Desiree into the Buckle Up Universe. She’s not only my cousin — she’s a veteran who proudly served for 22 years in the military, and her legacy runs deep. Her father was a World War II veteran, and she carries that spirit of honor,...

Send us Fan Mail Today, we proudly shine a huge Buckle Up spotlight on one of the most inspiring individuals we know: Taylor Cusack — a powerhouse in both the golf world and the family business legacy that defines excellence. Family Business Legacy: Taylor represents Cusack Meats (founded in 1933), a family-owned business rooted in tradition, passion, and an unrelenting commitment to quality. For...

Send us Fan Mail Spotlight On Brandon Rush: Just Acting Up Show Appearance We're spotlight on Brandon Rush—actor, storyteller, and the driving force behind the Buckle Up Universe. Brandon recently sat down with the Just Acting Up Show to talk about his journey in the entertainment industry—from his first steps to now appearing in 76 TV shows and movies. In this candid and motivational episode...

Send us Fan Mail Big Buckle Up Announcement: Lana Harris Joins the Universe! From Georgia roots to a nationwide presence, we’re honored to welcome the incredible Lana Harris to the Buckle Up Podcast Universe! A proud University of Georgia grad, Lana’s journey through the world of journalism is nothing short of legendary. She kicked off her career in Columbia, South Carolina with WLTX, then made he...