Second Cup of Joe...and John

For more than 25 years, Brad has chronicled the lives of Nashville notables and extraordinary feats of the rest of us.  Beginning his journalist career as a crime reporter, Brad pivoted to his highly popular “Brad About You” society column inside the first page of the Tennessean.  For years, “you made it” if your name appeared.  Lured by News-2 to take his scoops to TV, Brad’s spectacular fall fro...

Tia Sillers has a contagious enthusiasm for life and self-evaluation.  Her pensive, thoughtful approach to songwriting led to “I Hope You Dance” by Lee Ann Womack and the Kenny Wayne Shepherd single “Blue on Black.”  Sillers has written more than 40 singles in multiple formats including numerous films, television shows and commercials.  She has incredible perspective on this chapter in her life, l...

If anyone else, besides Jeff Fisher, has had a bigger impact on the Nashville pro sports scene, we’d like to meet him. Fisher takes a deep dive into how he led the move of the NFL Oilers to Nashville. What was it like in that first team meeting? You might be surprised. Also, why he said “no” to coaching when first offered a job and what changed his mind. Fisher also goes into detail why, after a f...

Few, if anyone knows more about the iconic Beatles than Richard Courtney. Richard has written, not one, but two books on the Fab Four while also building a real estate reputation in Middle Tennessee second to none. His love for the Beatles continues to come through on his weekly radio show on Hippie Radio 94.5 FM. Richard discusses his chance meeting with Paul McCartney which turned into more than...

Few can claim moving to Nashville and immediately being an influencer on a music genre. Ketch heads up Old Crow Medicine Show, with its vibe described as alt-country, folk, Americana, and American roots string band, just to name a few. Inducted into the Grand Ole Opry in 2013, Ketch skips down memory lane with Joe and John, sprinkling in influences such as Bob Dylan and John Mellencamp. He is also...

Like a well-worn slipper, Rhori fits into thousands of Middle Tennessee living rooms each night with ease as the lead NewsChannel 5 anchor for evening TV broadcasts.  Arriving in Nashville in 2005, Rhori has earned the trust of viewers through his stable, calming delivery.  His awards include 7 Regional Emmys but his real value to the community is his dependability to be there when the big story b...

Arguably the most recognizable voice in Middle Tennessee, Pete Weber is going into his 25 th season as the main broadcaster of Nashville’s NHL team. Nobody has a mental Rolodex of stories and connections covering all sports genres like Pete. An amazing storyteller with whimsical charm and humor, Pete makes anyone feel as comfortable as well-worn slippers. He’s among the main reasons the Nashville...

A graduate of the University of Georgia, Samantha climbed the TB broadcast ranks all the way to CNN.  She pivoted back to local TV hired by News-2 in Nashville in 2012. Samantha has covered some of the biggest stories, including the historic 2008 Presidential election.  She now works in the Tennessee State Attorney’s Office making sure the messaging from the most powerful lawyer in Tennessee is tr...

Few, if anyone, are dialed into Country Music’s past, present and future than Katie Cook. Daughter of Hall of Fame Songwriter Roger Cook, Katie refused to use her family connections, forging her own path in the music industry and TV scene in Nashville. Her reputation as a true pro allows Katie to build relationships with the biggest names in the business, revealing how it’s done. Her most prized r...

Kyle is living his dream as a “box” owner, running Rising Sun Community Fitness in East Nashville. His journey includes probably waiting on you at a famous Nashville restaurant. A one-time competitive bodybuilder and weightlifter (with countless surgeries to prove it) Kyle’s extensive knowledge of fitness training allows him to coach a spectrum of clients. If you are intimidated by trying CrossFit...

One of the most decorated local TV anchors in the country, News-2 anchor Bob Mueller joined Joe and John, which turned into an hour-long laugh fest and roast. Bob discusses his illustrious 42-year career at News-2, explaining how the business morphed into a 24/7/265 news cycle, his toughest challenges, and his most harrowing assignment.  AMONG THE TOPICS, MARATHON MANIA, THE SCARIEST MOMENT OF BOB...

Ever take a test for school and it changes your life? Matthew Charette took an unconventional way to owning several East Nashville restaurants. He has fantastic advice for those wanting to start a business as he’s a “go to” guy at the Entrepreneur Center. His most powerful life experience was as a Marine in Desert Storm, which has a tremendous effect on him, good and bad, still today. You will com...

Few have a more colorful back story of the 80’s Nashville music scene and record business than Mike Grimes.  From this Kentucky kid’s rock and roll guitar days to stumbling upon ownership of an iconic East Nashville bar, Mike goes deep on what it’s like to run intimate music venues, including one destroyed by the 2020 tornado.  Joe and Mike weave a wicked web of stories that will make you yearn fo...

Tommy Womack must be part feline because he’s lived at least 9 lives.  An accomplished musician and well-established songwriter, Tommy has written for Jimmy Buffet, Jason & the Scorchers, Dan Baird and others.  He’s released nearly a dozen albums as a solo act, and member of Government Cheese and BisQuits.    He’s also authored several books on the rock n’ roll life, along with hosting radio s...