Everyday People, Extraordinary Lives

HR professional Katie Jimenez talks with Kerry about the effort that goes into staffing companies. Katie shares the many roles recruiters and HR take on, as well as the emotional fortitude required to work with people's career aspirations every day. She walks through the specifics of her job, the trends she's seeing in the workplace, and the many reasons she loves what she does. Connect...

Nina Neubauer opens up to Kerry about her former job as a performer at Disney parks around the world. From Orlando to Hong Kong, Nina discusses the average magical day, her favorite encounters on the job, and the many cultural differences across the parks. Now, she is bringing the very same high-quality magic to Middle Tennessee. Be sure to check out her premier character entertainment company, Th...

Tom Mahan returns for a special Father’s Day episode with Kerry. Tom dives into his book, “Top Drawer Dads,” which tells the stories of several paternal relationships through the elusive items fathers keep in their top drawers. Tom also dives into the importance of celebrating fathers and the role they play in their families. Together, Tom and Kerry talk through the concept of the book, what objec...

Kerry and Lisa join 14-time ACM Drummer of the Year and esteemed session musician Eddie Bayers to discuss his legendary career. Eddie talks about his beginnings as a child in a military family and how he became one of the best musicians in the industry. Eddie also shares how he gets ready for a studio session, the importance of branching out into multiple genres, and his Country Music Hall of Fame...

Tom Mahan, the founder and chairman of Work Institute, joins Kerry to discuss his mission of reducing turnover in the workplace and educating employers about what their employees want out of a career. He walks through the real consequences of losing talent, as well as what companies can do differently at the managerial level to prevent human capital from departing. To learn more and receive Work I...

Songwriting legend Rafe Van Hoy joins Kerry and Lisa to discuss his incredible career. Rafe discusses starting his career at 17, his first publishing deal, and the incredible number of cuts he's had throughout his career. Rafe dives into his catalog to share a behind-the-scenes look at some of his biggest songs and provides the context for his classic George Jones and Tammy Wynette duet, &quo...

Major League Soccer player Teal Bunbury joins Kerry to discuss his professional soccer career, in which he won the Supporters' Shield with the New England Revolution and the U.S. Open Cup with Nashville SC. Teal discusses growing up in a soccer family, what gameday looked like for him, and how he embodied his faith both on and off the pitch. Now entering retirement, Teal opens up about mentor...

Kerry and Lisa talk with singer-songwriter, producer, and exceptional guitarist Frank J. Myers about his legendary career and unforgettable music. Frank discusses growing up in a musical family and his early days in Nashville with Eddy Raven. He also shares the background of his romantic duet, "You and I," and the nail-biting story behind his timeless hit with Gary Baker, "I Swear,&...

This episode's music legend is none other than Charles Dorris, a music business leader in the country and Christian music scenes. Charles walks Lisa and Kerry through his career highlights, like his early days as a music professional booking gigs for his band, working events as an usher, and running errands for his mentor, Dick Blake. Charles explains how his hard work ultimately culminated i...

Matt and Macy Collins lost their four-and-a-half-year-old daughter, Hattie Jo, in 2020 when an EF4 tornado hit their home in Cookeville, Tennessee. Now, six years later, Matt joins Kerry to discuss how her legacy is honored by giving back to communities around the country through the Magnolia Foundation. Matt recalls the most heartbreaking night of his life, the pain he and his family endured, and...

Author, entrepreneur, and founder Dr. Barb Rembiesa talks with Kerry about her new book, My Nothing Is Someone Else's Everything: How Small Acts Can Create Big Change. She talks about how people can view their gifts and talents as insignificant when, instead, they should be seen as currency to trade and give back within one's community. She shares some of the ways one can do so from her...

Implant dentist Dr. Mark Whitefield sits down with Kerry to discuss how artificial intelligence makes a difference in his professional dental practice and personal life. Mark shares his perspective on the direction of AI in the future. He also breaks down stigmas and narratives surrounding the revolutionary tool and talks about how he views it as a net positive for humanity if harnessed for produc...

Neika Stephens, at 91 years young, joins Kerry to discuss the blessings of life. Neika talks about everything from being an executive in country music to raising horses. She also shares about the Stephens Christian Trust and the impact it makes on its grounds. Most importantly, Neika offers her insight for living a more fulfilling life and provides advice for the generations behind her.

Coach Paul Simmons joins the show to discuss his tenure as the head coach of Harding University's football team. Paul talks about the principles and values he instills in his players and how something as simple as crossing the road with care can say a lot about one's character. Paul also discusses his transition into a managerial role and how his impact is felt across the Harding footbal...

Content Advisory: This episode is not and should not be interpreted as medical advice. This is one story in a sea of many. Please consult with a physician before trying any alternative medicine solutions.   Marsha Herndon and her husband, Charlie, join Kerry to discuss an unimaginable recovery from what was supposed to be a terminal condition. Marsha and Charlie tell their story and talk about the...

Preacher Dale Jenkins joins the show to discuss his extraordinary career in ministry. From preaching at a predominantly black church to picking up a hidden talent of hypnotism, he shares some of his favorite stories as a servant of faith. Dale also talks about how he serves the Church beyond the pulpit through his formal education in conflict resolution, the blog he founded with his brother, and t...

Grammy-nominated songwriter Tony Arata sits down with Kerry and Lisa for another Music Legends Series special. The soulful storyteller breaks down the story and history behind his Garth Brooks hit, "The Dance," which won ACM Song of the Year in 1991. Tony also shares his thoughts on co-writing, the art behind crafting the perfect song, and his secondary passion for baseball.

Clean comedian Marcus Saputo jokes with Kerry about his career making people laugh. Marcus breaks down the art (and balance) of working the crowd, how he sources his best bits, and the secret to making it all work on stage. He also shares the benefits of clean comedy and the niche he's built for himself. Marcus will host a clean comedy special at the Franklin Theatre on Thursday, Feb. 5, at 7...

Casey Dykes joins the show to discuss his role as a hitting coach for one of the nation's most prolific MLB franchises: The New York Yankees. Casey walks through a day in his life mid-season, as well as some of the tactics he uses for coaching some of the best athletes in the sport. Casey also discusses the balance between team and family and how he purposefully makes an effort to switch from...

Kate Rybina, originally from Moscow, planted roots in Bowling Green, Kentucky, in 2023 with her husband and kids. She talks about the American culture that welcomed her and how the transition inspired and motivated her to begin writing a book. As a woman juggling two daughters while pursuing her passions of marketing, coaching, and community building, Kate walks Kerry through her self-published bo...

Two-time Emmy award-winner and Grammy nominee Steve Ivey joins Kerry and Lisa for the seventh episode of the Music Legends Series. This multi-instrumentalist talks about his early years before he found himself playing, writing, and recording with some of country music's biggest stars. Steve delves into his latest project, "The American Revolution: Unsung Heroes," a music project tha...

At the age of 11, Bobby Tomberlin interviewed music legends like Johnny Cash for his local radio station in Alabama. Years later, Bobby wrote "One More Day" and became a music legend himself. Since his rise to songwriting fame, Bobby racked up CMA, ACM, and Grammy nominations while writing hits for Blake Shelton, Vince Gill, Dolly Parton, and many more of country music's top artists...

Author, marketing strategist, and radio personality Mark Whitlock joins the show to recount his journey across the media landscape. From journalism and broadcast radio to working at a marketing agency, Mark shares what ties them all together: storytelling. Mark discusses his time working with the likes of Steve Harvey, what it takes to produce a successful show on the airwaves, and the powerful im...

Singer-songwriter, country music trailblazer, and now movie star Michael Martin Murphey joins the Music Legends Series to talk about everything from country to pop and the stories behind some of the songs he's recorded throughout his storied career. He also celebrates the 50th anniversary of his hit song, "Wildfire," which has been adapted into a film titled Wildfire: The Legend of...

Nancy and Kendall Osman join Kerry to discuss the loss of their son and brother, Ty Osman Jr., and husband and father, Ty Osman Sr. The pair discusses the legacy their loved ones left behind, the work they picked up to carry forward that legacy, and how they're remembered to this day. Nancy and Kendall also reflect on how they saw God while going through two of the most devastating moments in...