Coach & Friends

Taylor Time! Rusty Taylor joined Coach Kris Herron on Coach & Friends to discuss how last Friday’s winter weather impacted him. The highlight of the show featured a conversation with Bill "Bubba" Bussey, where the guys explored what’s happening in his world and his new role at Jacksonville State University.

Shortt Tuesday! Coach Michael Shortt joined Coach Kris Herron on Coach & Friends.  The show featured a snow report from Heflin, a discussion about how Coach Shortt has absolutely spoiled his dog, and a roundup of the day’s holidays.

Coach Kris Herron and Coach Jerry Weems started the week on Coach & Friends . They gave a review of the winter weather over the weekend. They also discussed the Krispy-Kreme and Pop-Tart doughnuts that are available for a limited time. 

Coach Kris Herron rode solo on a snowy morning. The Grinder, Rusty Taylor, and Coach Michael Shortt joined the show by phone to go over weather analyses from their locations. They also took a look at winter weather events from the past and the excitement that comes with snow in Alabama.

Get Up with Giddens! Coach Steve Giddens returned to Coach & Friends for the first time this year, joined by Tab, who added her perspective to the morning. They discussed the weather’s impact on schools, cigarette butts, cold-weather bedding, and Christmas traditions at the Giddens house and Tab’s home.

Taylor Time! Rusty Taylor was along for the ride on Coach & Friends . Taylor shared his winter weather prediction for the week, told funny stories about Rook and golf, and discussed the possible renaming of the Gulf. He also reflected on his first Christmas as a "Grand Paw" and highlighted headlines from The Clay Times Journal .

Shortt Tuesday! Coach Michael Shortt joined Coach Kris Herron on Coach & Friends.  Coach Shortt delivered his much-anticipated Christmas and New Year’s report on the Shortt family. The day's holiday celebration sparked a discussion about rocks, stones, and boulders.

Coach Kris Herron was joined by his good friend, Coach Jerry Weems, as they reminisced about winter weather stories from the past. Being the first Monday of the month, the guys also welcomed special guest Chip East from the Alabama Co-Op Extension Service

The Barber, David Nolen, and Coach Kris Herron gave listeners their first taste of 2025. They looked back on New Year’s Eve festivities, shared ideas for New Year’s Day meals, and highlighted Coach Herron’s breakfast.

Coach Kris Herron and his friend, Coach Jerry Weems, helped wrap up 2024 in style. Dedicated listener Chase Hammock joined on Hero’s Hotline to share highlights from his family’s recent glamping adventure.

The Barber, David Nolen, joined Coach Kris Herron for the first show after Christmas. They discussed their holiday gifts, how they spent their time off, and the illness that hit Herron’s household over the break.

Coach Kris Herron was joined by Coach Jerry Weems on the Christmas Eve Eve show. Coach Weems shared the classic Christmas story. The duo also discussed interesting Christmas facts from Clay and surrounding counties. Heath Bone reviewed his first Caribbean cruise, and the guys told the charming story of Horace the Mule.

The Barber, David Nolen, took  Coach & Friends into the weekend. He shared his Nolen family Christmas plans, the Christmas Day movie he was most excited to watch, and his childhood comic book memories. He also answered a listener's question about the oddest gift he had ever received. The show's official reader, Kelly G. Smith, shared a heartwarming Christmas story.

Get Up with Giddens! Coach Steve Giddens brought holiday cheer to the studio as he joined Coach Kris Herron to discuss secular and non-secular Christmas music. He also shared stories about the Giddens family's cherished holiday traditions.

Taylor Time! Rusty Taylor teamed up with Coach Kris Herron on Coach & Friends.  The duo tackled the big question: “Could the boys handle ice skating?” They also gave a glimpse into the RadioAlabama Christmas party and broke down the latest headlines from The Clay Times Journal .

Shortt Tuesday! Coach Michael Shortt joined Coach Kris Herron to recap the RadioAlabama Christmas party. The laughs continued as the spotlight shifted to Coach Herron, who was caught red-handed scrambling to finish his last-minute Christmas shopping. The duo wrapped up the episode by celebrating holidays.

Coach Kris Herron had Coach Jerry Weems along for the ride as Coach & Friends headed into a new week. Chance Jones from the Clay County Economic Development Council dropped by to share some of the exciting 2024 Economic Development projects they had in Clay County.

The Barber, David Nolen, pushed Coach & Friends into the weekend. The guys delved into the curious world of roadkill cuisine and examined whether there was a connection between the disappearance of hood ornaments, the decline in attention to detail, and broader societal changes. Holidays were also celebrated.

Tab, the Girl Friday, was along for the ride on Coach & Friends. The never-ending topic of glamping took center stage again, and holiday celebrations added to the fun. 

Taylor Time! Rusty Taylor joined Coach Kris Herron on  Coach & Friends.  Glamping reared its head again, and they covered the headlines from  The Clay Times Journal .

Shortt Tuesday! Coach Michael Shortt joined Coach Kris Herron on Coach & Friends.  Together, they stomped out some good ol’ ignorance, explored the world of glamping, and celebrated the season's holidays in style. Plus, they highlighted hearty meat-and-three restaurants in Alabama.

Coach Kris Herron and Coach Jerry Weems kicked off the week by sharing weekend highlights, celebrating holidays, and discussing notable events from this day in history.

The Barber, David Nolen, led Coach & Friends into the weekend with his Thanksgiving report. Coach Herron recapped the inaugural Herron Cousin Christmas. David also gave a review of the holiday classic  The Best Christmas Pageant Ever .

Get Up with Giddens! Coach Steve Giddens was in the house for this Thursay edition of  Coach & Friends . The Dog, Harold Saxon, stopped by early with a morning report. Coach Giddens shared his Thanksgiving report. The guys also tackled the hilarious and awkward moment of being ghosted on a high-five. 

Taylor Time! Rusty Taylor joined Coach Kris Herron on Coach & Friends . They reviewed the Lineville Christmas Parade, talked about how cold it was this morning, discussed signatures and how they've changed, and shared a few laughs about forging one. They also covered headlines from The Clay Times-Journal .