JBK On Air

Brynden Harris is a behavioral health technician in Indianapolis, IN. He joins Jimmy to talk about growing up in Carmel, his struggles with addiction, and the peace he has living in sobriety now. He opens up about the underlying issues that led to drug use, the pressures of living in a drug culture, and how people can start the healing process by asking for help. For more information about Brynden...

Mike Sington is a retired senior executive living in Los Angeles after spending 30 years with NBCUniversal. He is the co-creator and producer of Universal's legendary Studio Tour, the world's top rated tour experience. The Studio Tour has become the longest running and most popular live production ever created, and was the origin of Universal Parks & Resorts worldwide. Mike also created and develo...

Vincent Mirelez is a director/producer with ISC Sports Network in Indianapolis, IN. He reflects on his experience at the University of Indianapolis, learning how to properly prepare for professional broadcasts and network for future job opportunities. Vince talks about his work as a sports videographer for teams like the Indiana Pacers, working up close and personal with professional athletes in t...

Vaibhav Vavilala is currently pursuing a PhD in computer science at the University of Illinois. He talks with Jimmy about growing up together in Carmel, the importance placed on education in his home, and his previous work as a technical director at Pixar. Vaibhav explains how Pixar films are produced, detailing his experience on Coco, Incredibles 2, Toy Story 4, & Soul. A fun conversation for...

Kevin Freeman is a morning drive co-host for WFMS-FM in Indianapolis, IN. He talks about his daily routine working at a country station, how chemistry is developed on the air, and the ways in which radio must change to stay a common medium in the future. After more than 30 years in the radio industry, he remembers his favorite celebrity interviews with stars like Garth Brooks and Dolly Parton. Fin...

Cam Glass is a filmmaker based out of Austin, Texas. He joins Jimmy to talk about their shared experience at Carmel High School, including time spent creatively together at CHTV. Cam reflects on having supportive parents who have enabled him to chase his dream. He recalls the most memorable parts of playing football at Carmel and where he wants his career in film to go in the future. Finally, Cam...

Owen Kaelble is a Content Management Assistant at the Ruth Lilly Medical Library, through the Indiana University School of Medicine. He joins his college classmate Jimmy to talk about their shared experience as communication majors at the University of Indianapolis. Owen opens up about what it is like to have a stutter and how he has overcome this obstacle. As a sportswriter, he has covered a Fina...

John Feal is the President & Chairman of the FealGood Foundation which advocates for all emergency personnel (firefighters, police officers, nurses, volunteers, sanitation workers, transportation workers, construction workers etc.) within the United States who have been injured, or face serious injury due to action or omission, in the course of their duties or within their everyday lives. The...

Betsy Murphy is the author of the book "Autobiography of an Orgasm" publishing it in November 2014. The book is a memoir describing Betsy's journey to achieve orgasm and heal from sexual trauma through her research. She talks with Jimmy about the importance of empathy in intimate situations & if size matters. Jimmy talks about how people with disabilities are viewed when it comes to sex, while Bet...

Casey Harshbarger is a guitar player based out of Indianapolis, IN. In 2007, he was a Top 10 finalist for Guitar Player Magazine's Guitar Hero competition, being featured in the February 2008 issue. He talks about the challenges of being a working musician, the joy he gets from entertaining audiences, and the experience of playing with Jimmy's dad as part of Chooch & The Enchanters. A great show t...

DJ MAE is based out of Indianapolis, Indiana, performing her unique mixes for clubs and events around the world. She talks about what it is like to work as a woman (DJane) in a male dominated industry. She recalls opening for Steve Aoki, her strangest gigs, & more! For information about MAE including rates & availability for hire, follow her @mae.djane on Instagram!

Taylor Richardson is the Head of Community for LOOP Mobility Inc. - She joins Jimmy to talk about their experience as classmates at the University of Indianapolis, including what sparked her interest to learn about public relations. They both recall the chaos of the 2016 Presidential election and how a Trump presidency changed politics. They also react to Trump's 2024 presidential bid, who the Dem...

Lacey Locke is a former college swimmer at Northwestern. She joins Jimmy to talk about their shared high school experience including the dedication it takes for Carmel Girls Swimming to maintain their national record for consecutive state championships, winning every year since 1986. Lacey is grateful to have been a part of such a winning tradition, how well it prepared her to face adversity, and...

Michael Rheinheimer is a news producer for WNDU in South Bend, Indiana. He talks with Jimmy about their shared experience as college classmates at the University of Indianapolis. They react to the 2022 midterm elections and the effect misinformation will have on American democracy in the future. Michael also reflects on his parents encouraging him to pursue journalism, being thankful to work now f...

Regan Fine is a former Butler University cheerleader. She talks with Jimmy about their shared high school experience at Carmel, the demands of competitive cheerleading, and the pressure of performing on game days. She also gives an inside look into how she creates content for Instagram including the best times to post.

Kristi Lee is the news director and a co-host of the nationally syndicated radio show, The Bob & Tom Show. She reflects on her stellar broadcasting career as a newly inducted member of the Indiana Broadcast Pioneers Hall of Fame. Kristi also predicts where radio will be headed in the coming years, pointing to car listening & smart speakers as key elements to keeping an audience.

Giauna Neville is a musician based out of Indianapolis, Indiana. G talks about her experience as a drummer/percussionist and the educational path she has taken to gain this knowledge in music. Jimmy talks with G about the challenge of being a woman of color in a male dominated industry and the need to hire diverse crews for gigs. Finally, Giauna previews some of her upcoming projects and the need...

David Dixon is a photographer based out of Indianapolis, Indiana. He covers the NFL, NBA, WNBA, and college basketball for the Indianapolis Recorder. He discusses his career beginnings with Jimmy and the financial cost to get started in photography. He also emphasizes the importance of mentors and building relationships in sports media. Finally, David reflects on some classic moments in his career...

Derek Schultz of ISC Sports Network joins the podcast to talk about his earliest radio influences growing up on the east coast, arriving at Indiana University for his first day without ever visiting, and his experience in sports talk. Derek recalls a funny story interacting with The Bob & Tom Show upon arriving in Indianapolis, being forever grateful to their entire staff. Finally, he talks ab...

Dr. Rob Gobetz is a retired professor of communication with 24 years experience teaching at the University of Indianapolis. He joins his former student Jimmy on the podcast from Slovenia to reflect on his career in education. Jimmy & Rob also discuss the state of American democracy and the issue of misinformation from a sensationalized media, corrupting the very foundations of our political sy...

Steve Campbell is the Vice President of Communications for the NFL's Indianapolis Colts. He talks with Jimmy about what it is like to work a game day at Lucas Oil Stadium, what is required to join a communications staff in professional sports & much more! 

Billy Davis is a sports agent based out of Miami, Florida. He chats with Jimmy about the challenges of recruiting clients and the demands of meeting a client's needs once added to a roster. He reflects on his career as a student athlete & how that experience has helped him build a network of contacts in his current career. Finally, Billy provides a realistic look at the financial burden it can...

Gregg Doyel is a sportswriter for the Indianapolis Star, being named three times as the country's top columnist by the Associated Press Sports Editors. He talks about his career beginnings at the Miami Herald as beat writer for the Miami Marlins and working with former ESPN personality Dan Le Batard. He also opens up about the challenges of work-life balance in media, the ways in which writing can...

Lauren Barker works in Washington D.C. as a customer advocate on Capitol Hill. Jimmy talks with her about growing up together as elementary school classmates, connecting recent events to the stark contrast of what they knew as children. The challenge of maintaining civility in an era of misinformation and resentment is discussed, including the importance of local elections for meaningful progress...

Mike Bray is an air-personality and DJ based out of Indianapolis, IN. He talks with Jimmy about his love for music as a drummer and the factors that have positioned him as a top DJ in Indianapolis with clients like the Indy Fuel and the WNBA's Indiana Fever. You can hear DJ Mystro on the new Hot 100.9 in Indianapolis & reach out by following @DJMystro on IG!