cityCURRENT Radio Show

Host Jeremy C. Park talks with Michael Dermer , CEO of The Lonely Entrepreneur , who shares some of his personal journey as an entrepreneur who created a company to reward people for being healthy and led his company through the lows of the 2008 financial crisis to the highs of selling his company and becoming an industry-creating pioneer. During the interview, Michael shares how The Lonely Entrep...

Host Jeremy C. Park talks with Ralph Manning , Co-founder and Co-CEO of Coltala , a purpose-driven holding company based in Fort Worth, Texas, who shares some of his personal background and how experiences, like serving on a major nonprofit board and leading a turnaround effort, helped shape the company's core values and unique approach with "Mission and Margin." During the interview, Ralph discus...

Host Jeremy C. Park talks with Will Brown , Managing Partner of The Benefits Group , who highlights how his company is able to help small to medium size organizations offer “Fortune 500 benefits.” During the interview, Will discusses transparency in coverage legislation and why it matters, how Tennessee and Texas soon will be opening up opportunities for consumers to take advantage of cost savings...

In this episode, host Andrew Bartolotta sits down with Jessica Corley , the Vice President of Development at Palmer Home For Children , a faith-based organization that has been providing care and support to children in need for over nearly 130 years. Jessica discusses the various programs offered by Palmer Home, including campus care, foster care, family care, and transitional care. She also delve...

In this episode of the cityCURRENT Show, host Andrew Bartolotta sits down with Christopher Reyes and Kathryn Hicks to discuss “Baron Von Opperbean and the River of Time,” an immersive experience being developed inside the former Mississippi River Museum on Mud Island. The project, inspired by immersive exhibits like Meow Wolf, will feature 18 themed rooms, interactive spaces, and more, transformin...

In this episode of the cityCURRENT Show, host Andrew Bartolotta, delves into the inspiring journey of Micah Dempsey and his co-founder Christopher Galbreath, founders of Belltower Coffee + Studio.  Starting as high school best friends with a shared passion for pottery, they established Belltower in 2016 to pursue artistic careers. What began in a 100-square-foot storage unit has grown into a vibra...

In this episode of the cityCURRENT Show, host Andrew Bartolotta interviews Matt Butkus, son of the legendary Dick Butkus, one of the greatest and most intimidating linebackers in NFL history. Named the most feared tackler of all time by the NFL Network, Dick Butkus has left an enduring legacy in professional football.  Matt Butkus carries forward this legacy as the President of the Butkus Foundati...

In this episode of the cityCURRENT Show, host Andrew Bartolotta interviews Tom Kirstein, the visionary Managing Partner of Mind Over Data .  With nearly 35 years in IT, Tom has spearheaded the creation of interactive exhibits for prestigious institutions like the Grammy Museum, Blues Hall of Fame, and local giants such as First Tennessee and Hampton Hotels. Tom shares his journey of co-founding Mi...

In this episode of the cityCURRENT Show, I'm sitting down with Stephen Green , the Chief Development Officer at Agape Child & Family Services . Stephen discusses Agape's comprehensive approach to reducing poverty through their two-generation model, which supports both parents and children. By addressing the needs of the entire family, Agape aims to provide healing, support, permanency, and sustain...

Host Jeremy C. Park talks with Teresa Landrum Caswell , Owner and Founder of Caswell Group Driving School , who shares what led her to launch the company after recognizing the need to provide driver improvement and education classes. In July 2021, Caswell Group Driving School received approval to be a Driver Training and Testing Program with the State of Tennessee. During the interview, Teresa dis...

Host Jeremy C. Park talks with Drs. Kevin and Taylor Reed , who discuss the importance of oral health and highlight the third-generation, family-owned practice that is celebrating 75 years of serving the Mid-South community. The dental practice is run by the father-son duo with offices in Millington and Covington, Tennessee. During the interview, Kevin shares some of the history going back 75 year...

Host Jeremy C. Park talks with Alden Mills , a three-time Navy SEAL platoon commander, CEO of an Inc. 500 company, Division I athlete, top-ranked public speaker, and father of four with a deep passion for helping people realize their dreams, who highlights his third book and new release, "Unstoppable Mindset: How to Use What You Have to Get What You Want." During the interview, Alden shares some o...

Host Jeremy C. Park talks with Matthew Hooper , Managing Partner with IME Law, a division of Immix Law Group , who shares his background and focus in overseeing the firm's entertainment, interactive and immersive media, and artificial intelligence divisions. Immix Law Group, based in Nashville, Tennessee, is an industry change agent that serves as a catalyst for innovation by representing diverse,...

Host Jeremy C. Park talks with David A. Pickler , who highlights his new book, "Pillars of Purpose: Leadership Lessons for Achieving a Life of Significance." David is a wealth advisor, attorney and public education advocate. He is also a philanthropist, focusing his efforts in the areas of public education and the arts. David was a member of the first-elected Shelby County Board of Education, and...

Host Jeremy C. Park talks with Joy Simpson, Executive Vice President - Business Insurance with Higginbotham , who shares her background and how she found her way to a specialty in fine arts and special collections insurance with Higginbotham. Higginbotham is an employee-owned and customer-inspired insurance and financial services broker specializing in business insurance, employee benefits, person...

Host Jeremy C. Park talks with Yelena Ovando , Co-Owner and Executive Director of Music Box, Inc ., who shares what led her and her husband to launch the music school that offers transformational experiences for aspiring musicians and helps them become better, more confident versions of themselves, build life skills and foster creativity and personal and professional growth. Technology is at the c...

Host Jeremy C. Park talks with Marie Pizano , President and Founder of MVP3 Foundation , and CEO of MVP3 Records, MVP3 Network, and MVP3 Media Group , who highlights the Memphis, Tennessee-based nonprofit organization that creates opportunities for communities to experience film, theater, artworks, culinary, and music to inspire, educate, challenge, and entertain. During the interview, Marie talks...

Host Jeremy C. Park talks with Marissa Morgan , Lead Recruitment Specialist with Travel Nurses, Inc ., who highlights the Memphis, Tennessee-based travel nurse staffing agency with recruiters around the nation, which provides nurses and other professionals in the medical industry with opportunities to find work across the country. Established by nurses for nurses, Travel Nurses, Inc., has been in...

Host Jeremy C. Park talks with cityCURRENT partner, Steve Woodyard , President of Woodyard Realty Corp ., who highlights the Memphis-based multifamily brokerage company and their efforts focused on improving the quality of life in apartment communities and residents throughout Memphis and Shelby County. During the interview, Steve touches on the important role apartments play in the community, dis...

Host Andrew Bartolotta sits down with Jai-Leta Colvard , the founder of Just Jai Wear and a fervent mental health advocate, to explore her multifaceted journey from fashion to founding Space of Grace . Jai-Leta shares her personal experiences with mental health challenges, detailing how a series of losses in 2020 led her to a critical point and the team of specialists that helped save her life. Ou...

Host Jeremy C. Park talks with Donzaleigh Powell , Founder and CEO of Donzaleigh Inc ., who shares some of her personal story as a young mother and Nashville native who built her career as a corporate executive turned serial entrepreneur, media personality and leadership speaker. During the interview, Donzaleigh discusses what led her to launch and host her D-ConneXion television talk show to help...

Host Jeremy C. Park talks with Dr. Thom Mayer , who highlights his 25th book and new release, "Leadership Is Worthless...But Leading Is Priceless: What I Learned from 9/11, the NFL, and Ukraine." The book is available for pre-order now and will be released May 7, 2024. Dr. Thom Mayer has been a leader in times of crisis for over 25 years, navigating some of the most significant challenges imaginab...

Host Jeremy C. Park talks with Travis Guerra , Founder of ONWARD Headhunting , who shares some of his background and what led him to launch the company focused on being the source of elite executive and financial talent for private equity and high-growth companies that are revolutionizing the healthcare industry. During the interview, Travis discusses some of the trends in healthcare private equit...

Host Jeremy C. Park talks with cityCURRENT partner, Robyn Tyler , Owner and Chief Experience Officer of Germantown Day Spa , along with Ashley Riggs , Licensed Esthetician and Certified Laser Specialist, who highlight the full-service salon and spa that also specializes in medical aesthetics. Salon services include hair, nail, makeup and waxing; and spa services include massages and facials. Durin...

Host Jeremy C. Park talks with Shelley Kemp, author, speaker and Founder and Chief Pivot Coach with Pivot Life Global, who shares some of her background and what led her to launch Pivot Life Global, a consulting company providing resources to leaders and individuals to maximize how they work, collaborate and communicate, and helping individuals navigate change by looking at their habits and daily...