Not A Rockstar with Corey Evitts

This episode features two local heroes and lots of Holiday Cheer!  Will Brandon of Paducah Cooperative Ministry and Kendall McLean of Lone Oak Middle School & Every Flash Matters discuss their careers of service. 

Judge Jeff Goffinet discusses his ascent through the ranks of the legal system, the challenges and dangers of being a judge, and most importantly, his desire to serve with compassion.

Radio and television show host, Daniel Hurt, discusses his entry into the world of politics, his career as an on-air personality, and his passion for platforming local musicians.

The Quintessential One-Woman Band, Leight July, discusses her unique blend of Rock, Soul, Blues, and Americana music.  Laura Roberts, the President of Starfish Orphan Ministry, discusses ways to sponsor local children for Christmas and gives updates on M-POWER Paducah’s progress.

Bassist Kyle Summers joins to continue the discussion of JCPC, Corey’s first band.  Kyle also talks about his career as Chief Sales Officer for JMAG.

Legendary Paducah musician, Nathan Brown of the Solid Rock’it Boosters, joins to reminisce on his formative years as a young punk and talk about his band’s upcoming M-POWER Paducah show on 11/24.

Corey is joined by his lifelong friend and former bandmate, Ryan Summers, to discuss their teenage years as aspiring Christian Rockstars.  Ryan also discusses his career as a manager and part owner of Pizza Inn, a longtime staple in the local dining scene.

Trent Okerson shares the details of his journey from a storm-obsessed Kindergartner to regional celebrity and WPSD’s Chief Meteorologist.  Trent and Corey discuss the challenges with predictions, weather conspiracies, and life-saving forecasts.

Sam Blalock returns to compete against Corey to design the best Halloween party of all time!  The guys take turns “drafting” their favorite elements for a spooky shindig.

Jeff Bazzell of Crash Comics educates Corey on the origins of comic books and the art of collecting them, and then talks about the world of Cons, collectibles, and his recent leap into 3D printing.

Friend and fellow musician, Sam Blalock, joins Corey to discuss their favorite movie, John Carpenter’s Halloween (1978).  They both recount their first experience with the Michael Myers character, and then discuss how the film was made and its lasting impact.

Mandie Ernst joins to discuss financial transparency and accountability within the American Cancer Society, their process for funding research, and the resources available to cancer patients and their families.

Corey is joined by Illinois State Representative, Patrick Windhorst, to discuss the current political climate in America, the effect it has on State and Local Government, and the unique power dynamics at play in Springfield.

Today we talk with Foster and Jake about MPower Paducah, the Jake Myers Band, and Corey's new band, Corey Evitts and Revolver, playing their first Paducah show.

Stan Diggs returns to discuss the longest standoff in Illinois State history, his time fighting organized crime as a member of an elite tech unit, and his current bid to become the Sheriff of Williamson County, Illinois.

Stan Diggs turned childhood tragedy into 28 years of service as a State Trooper.  He broke barriers as the first African American officer in Carmi, IL, and then spent 3 years undercover exposing drug dealers and dirty cops before risking his life as part of a SWAT Unit.

Corey talks to his accountant, Sherry Wade, about American generosity & greed, the madness of tax season, teaching financial literacy, and Corey’s collection of Michael Myers dolls!

In Part 2 of our series on biker culture, Corey  talks to Dan “Kortez” Korte about his love of bikes, his career in law enforcement, and his commitment to his Riding Club, The Sons of Service.

Corey talks to Chris Harnetiaux: a biker, Pastor, and member of the Bond Slaves Motorcycle Club.  Chris introduces Corey to biker culture and discusses how his faith and love for bikes work together.

Corey and his friend and bandmate, Andrew Allen, discuss the motivations behind Corey’s new EP, the recording and editing process, and their frantic push to release the EP last month!  

Corey talks to cowgirl sisters, Haley and Mia Anderson, about country livin’, raising and training horses, and that d@mned ol’ rodeo-oh!!!

Corey talks with his cousin and role model, Andy Evitts.  They discuss Andy’s role in the Air Force and reminisce about growing up in a large family that includes veterans of every major period of history.  At the end, Corey honors one of his personal heroes.

We pick back up this week with Josh Williams as he tells us how he overcame addiction, focuses on family, and what music and playing guitar is like in this stage of life.

Part 1 of Corey’s discussion with Bluegrass legend, Josh Williams.  They discuss humble beginnings, Bluegrass music, fame, and the temptations that come with it.

In this power episode, become a true Corey insider.  Listen as Corey tells us his story, his calling, and his passion.