Newnan Podcast Network

Angie Whitlock, president of the Newnan-Coweta Humane Society, talks about the issues facing local animals including euthanasia, neglectful owners and the need for an animal adoption center, which is on the upcoming SPLOST ballot. For more information, visit http://nchsrescue.org

In this episode, Derrick and David take a look back on the 2023 Newnan High School volleyball season with Coach Precious White, Mattie Lovett, Reagan Foles, Keely James, Addison Hill and Caroline Counts.  85 South Sports is sponsored by Deidre Bembry State Farm, Axe Throwing, and Bishop Enterprises/Earth Moving.

Newnan cake artist Bonne Bedingfield talks about her upcoming appearance on Food Network’s “Holiday Wars." The episode, “Abominable Bucket List,” will air on Food Network on Sunday, Nov. 5. As Halloween approaches, Bedingfield talks about her ghostly encounters growing up on Alpine Drive.  

David Monsour is a loan officer for Presidential Bank Mortgage. With over 21 years of experience in the mortgage industry, Monsour brings a wealth of knowledge about the real estate market in the South.  For more information on Local Dirt, visit https://localdirt.co/

In this episode, Derrick and David are talking about local baseball with Tracen Wayda, Noah Quintana, Jamul Gay, and Kameron Gay. They are also joined by Jasmine and Jennifer Bridges with Medicinal Mamas . 85 South Sports is sponsored by Deidre Bembry State Farm, Axe Throwing, and Bishop Enterprises/Earth Moving.

NCHS Executive Director Larisa Scott is heading up the 2023 Oak Hill Cemetery Tour, which focuses on Newnan residents of the 19th and 20th centuries. Featured graves in the 2023 tour include:  the Dent Brothers, the Yancey Sisters, conman Soapy Smith’s grandmother, an arm buried by itself near its owner, a stately elderly couple, and a dynamic Newnan personality among others. Tours are led by guid...

Dean Jackson is public information officer for the Coweta County School System. A Coweta County native, he’s served in a number of organizations focused on moving the community forward.  For more information on Local Dirt, visit https://localdirt.co/

Lady Cougars Basketball Coach Alison Sobataka joins the program to talk about a new season and a new gym. Northgate Lacrosse Head Coach Kevin Jeffers talks about building momentum for lacrosse programs in Coweta County. 

Leigh and Erica Schlumper host "Local Dirt," a new podcast focused on how things get done in Coweta County. In this episode, Newnan City Manager Cleatus Phillips joins to talk about his role. For more information on Local Dirt, visit https://localdirt.co/

Skin Edge, Mortgage Loan Officer, with Fairway Independent Mortgage Corp., joins Jacqui Robertson and Joy Barnes to talk about how the mortgage industry is shifting and what homebuyers need to keep in mind going into the future. 

In this episode, Derrick Teagle and David St. John break down the previous week's matchups, including Newnan's disappointing loss to Paulding County. 85 South Sports is sponsored by Deidre Bembry, Axe Throwing, and Bishop Enterprises/Earth Moving.

In this episode, Mayor Keith Brady and Councilmember Rhodes Shell join Emory Holland to talk about how local government has changed and how it has remained the same over the years. 

In this episode, Pat Tidwell from Coweta Ferst Readers joins T.M. "Mike" Brown to talk about the organization. Since 2004, Coweta Ferst has sent more than 300,000 books to children in Coweta County.  This is made possible by the generosity of the foundation's donors.  The organization will once again be hosting its main fundraiser, the Lewis Grizzard and Catfish Memorial Bike Ride,...

In this episode, Charles Wood and Ethan Power join Derrick Teagle and David St. John to discuss all things Coweta County sports, including the best softball players, the best fan culture, football recaps from last weekend, and "picks to click" for the upcoming matchups.  https://www.85southsports.com/ https://www.asktheinsurancelady.com/

Melissa Kemp is the walk manager for the annual Walk to End Alzheimer's event. The 2023 event is set for Saturday, October 07 at Fred Brown Jr. Amphitheater in Peachtree City. All funds raised through Walk to End Alzheimer's further the care, support and research efforts of the Alzheimer's Association. For more information, click here: https://act.alz.org/site/TR/Walk2023/GA-Georgia...

Newnan-Coweta Habitat for Humanity Executive Director Eric Miller joins Jacqui and Joy to talk about the program, the process of putting people in homes and ensuring ongoing success for its participants.

In this episode, Derrick Teagle and David St. John take a look back at the first week of prep football in Coweta County and look towards Week 2, including the annual Newnan vs. East Coweta rivalry game. 

School is back in session, so Jacqui Robertson and Joy Barnes talk about the upcoming year in Coweta County and why it's a good time to sell your house. 

A recent survey found two-thirds of Americans have been affected by substance abuse. Hank Arnold and Coweta FORCE have helped fill a much-needed void in Coweta County for those seeking long-term recovery solutions. Arnold shares the story behind Coweta FORCE's ongoing success and its plans for the future. On Wednesday, September 20, Coweta FORCE will be one of the 43 stops in communities acro...

GBI Director and Newnan native Chris Hosey joins Clay Neely to talk about his new role at the GBI and his goals for the agency. Prior to joining the GBI, the Hosey name was synonymous with baseball in Coweta County, and Hosey shares his story of going from the pitcher's mound and into the world of law enforcement. 

Local author Angie Gallion joins Mike Brown to talk about her books and the upcoming Sharpsburg Book Fair. Angie's writings often deal with personal growth through tragedy or trauma. She enjoys exploring complex relationships, often set against the backdrop of addiction or mental illness. Learn more at: https://www.angiegallion.com/

Jake Randig (Sleeper Media) joins Derrick and David to talk about the upcoming season for high school football. 

In this episode, Newnan Coach Chip Walker joins Derrick and David to talk about the upcoming football season. 

In this episode, Coaches Jake Copeland and Ed Williams from The Heritage School break down the upcoming football season for the Hawks. 

On this episode, Senoia author and Newnan Times-Herald columnist Scott Ludwig joins T.M. Brown to talk about how he got started and what inspires him to keep going.