The Dr. Ward Bond Show

My esteemed guest today is the award-winning music producer and songwriter with multiple Grammys and Dove Awards, two Academy Award nominations and a win for Colors Of The Wind, from the Disney movie, Pocahontas, Keith Thomas. He has contributed to the creation of more than 100 million albums worldwide, and his work has resulted in over 40 #1 singles. His impressive resume includes collaborations...

Homelessness is a national crisis and many communities are not sure what to do or how to handle the growing number of people who have lost their homes due to rising costs or loss of a job and yes, there are drug addictions and mental health issues in the mix. There is a new film coming called No Address, which brings us the truest first look at this crisis which cannot be ignored. To talk about th...

Dr. John Chuback, who is a board-certified cardiovascular surgeon and the founder of Chuback Vein Center. Dr. Chuback is an accomplished author, speaker, and educator dedicated to advancing the field of venous disease. He is also the founder and owner of VitaSupportMD, a nutraceutical company specializing in dietary supplements that help to optimize your health. VitasupportMD, is launching their n...

Julie Smolyansky became CEO of Lifeway Foods at age 27 after her father (the founder) died. She's taken the company from a nice, small business to the category leader.  The story of Lifeway Foods is a real-life story about the American Dream. The success and category leadership of Lifeway Foods today is based on the remarkable heritage of a company started by an immigrant who escaped ethnic persec...

Born and raised in Los Angeles, Stefanie Michaela discovered her love for her music at the age of 2. As she grew, so did her passion for singing and songwriting, becoming a fixture at talent shows, dance recitals, and school musicals with a voice that earned the nickname “the littlest girl with the biggest voice” in her hometown.  With a blend of soulful pop melodies and heartfelt lyrics, Stefanie...

Recording artist Garrett Bradford, whose background in ranching, rodeo, and bucking stock, combined with his natural talent as a songwriter and performer, makes him a true storyteller who captures the heart and soul of the West in every song. Garrett burst onto the Texas music scene in 2020 with his breakout single, This Way of Life, featured in Season 3, Episode 9 of the hit TV series Yellowstone...

Catherine Sutherland, best known for her iconic role as Katherine "Kat" Hillard, the Pink Ranger, in the legendary Mighty Morphin Power Rangers series. After her time on Power Rangers, Catherine went on to star in major films such as The Cell, appeared in numerous commercials, and even voiced characters in children's toys and games. In recent years, she’s continued to inspire through her ventures...

Ladies and gentlemen, I have friends who lost sons and daughters to Fentanyl. The powerful and compelling film documentary, Fentanyl: Death Incorporated provides an in-depth exploration of the Fentanyl crisis, the most dangerous drug ever created, which has become the leading cause of death for Americans aged 18-45.  Through interviews with international intelligence operatives, law enforcement of...

My guest today is Annette St. Onge who is the Director of Operations at Neste Live!, a prominent co-venture partnership with Live Nation. With a distinguished career spanning various roles, Annette brings unparalleled expertise in the music industry. Her extensive background includes serving as a booking agent, venue and festival talent booker, and live events specialist. Her current role as Direc...

Ladies and gentlemen, with honesty, tenderness and, yes, sometimes humor, the film Facing the Wind invites viewers into the lives of people with Lewy body dementia and their caregivers…real people in real time.  FACING THE WIND, a sixty-minute documentary film, reveals how a mutual support community can be an antidote to despair, letting people know they are not alone.  You will follow their journ...

Ladies and gentlemen, with honesty, tenderness and, yes, sometimes humor, the film Facing the Wind invites viewers into the lives of people with Lewy body dementia and their caregivers…real people in real time.  FACING THE WIND, a sixty-minute documentary film, reveals how a mutual support community can be an antidote to despair, letting people know they are not alone.  You will follow their journ...

My guest today is the founder and executive director of the Lewy body Resource Center. Norma’s knowledge and experience with Lewy body dementia began with the personal care of her mother, Lillian, who had LBD for many years. Norma has been facilitating the only New York Metro area LBD caregivers support groups since 2008.  She also leads a national group for people living with LBD which has been l...

My guests today are southern rock icons Van Zant who have reunited and returned to the studio for what will be their first new album in nearly two decades. The new album ALWAYS LOOK UP will also mark the duo’s first foray into Christian music, while holding firm to their southern rock roots. The Van Zant musical dynasty built its foundation firmly on family. Donnie Van Zant co-founded .38 Special ...

Michael Wolff, a renowned jazz pianist, composer and bandleader known for his virtuoso performances and innovative style. After leaving music school early to join the Latin-jazz great Cal Yader’s band in the early ’70s, he spent the next two decades gigging and recording extensively. Michael can be heard on over 21 recordings with a veritable hall of fame ranging from Cannonball Adderley, Sonny Ro...

The North Carolina-grown and Nashville-based, Trey Calloway grew up singing in church and was a seasoned performer by the age of ten. Although southern and contemporary gospel were his first musical loves, Trey instantly fell in love with country music and quickly developed a deep understanding and passion for the rocking, boot-stomping music of Clint Black, Alan Jackson, and Travis Tritt. Trey ha...

Oak Ridge Boy William Lee Golden debuts as a songwriter with “I’ve Got My Heart On You,” a heartfelt duet featuring rising star Danni Stefanetti. Inspired by his son Solomon’s words during his touring days, this song blends Golden’s legendary status with Stefanetti’s fresh talent. William Lee Golden, the Country and Gospel Hall of Famer with 5 Grammys, brings decades of experience to his first sel...

My guest today is Carla Harvey. She is not your average death care professional. Alongside her background in embalming and funeral directing she is an internationally acclaimed front woman in Heavy Metal, bringing a unique blend of expertise and passion to the world of death care. After earning her Associate of Science in Mortuary Science and her Bachelor of Science in Mortuary Management, Carla e...

After releasing a pair of early albums, he got married, and became a father, and while he eventually returned to the business he’d founded, he remained as dedicated as ever to his craft. In 2014, he recorded his third album, Two Truths and a Lie, which introduced him to Avatar Studios (a New York landmark previously known as The Power Station, where icons like Bruce Springsteen, Paul Simon, David...

Singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and music producer Buck Johnson. He is the keyboardist and backing vocalist for the legendary rock band Aerosmith, The Hollywood Vampires and The Joe Perry Project. He currently on tour with Ringo Starr. As a versatile entertainer, Buck’s artistry encompasses American rock and roll with a unique soulful flare that comes from his gospel roots creating a sou...

My guest today is Jeff Allen who has been a working comedian for five decades, and his work has been featured on America’s Got Talent, Dry Bar Comedy, HBO, Comedy Central, and even on TBN and CBN. He can be heard regularly on SiriusXM’s comedy channels, as well as Pandora and Spotify. His videos have surpassed 400 million views on Facebook, YouTube and other digital media. Many of you may have see...

My guest today is Nashville recording artist and country singer/songwriter Whey Jennings. His newest full length album Jekyll & Hyde shows all sides of Whey Jennings. There’s upbeat rockers like “10 Day Run” and “Hotter in Texas”. While “Sleeves” and “One Folded” will make you think and possibly even cry and he brings light to some heartfelt topics. Let’s welcome the man who is redefining outl...

Hold onto your hats ladies and gentlemen, because Nashville country soul recording artist Brei Carter is back today and is set to electrify your ears with her new upcoming 7-song EP, A Brei Of Fresh Air, due out in October across all major digital music streaming platforms. Dive into the irresistible groove of one of my favorite tracks, "Sun Still Shining,” where the feel-good, infectious countryp...

Eduard Shyfrin, who was classically trained on piano before becoming an award-winning mathematician, physicist, and businessman. But Eduard’s passion for music never left him, and his musicianship and profound life experience have now led to his debut album, Shyfrin Alliance. This intoxicating mix of rock, blues and romantic balladry brims with messages of unconditional love and anti-war – and the...

The legendary songwriter and producer David Malloy. He was recently inducted into the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame and credited with creating the cross-over influenced sound of country music that designed the genre in the 80s and 90s. He has 41 #1 hit songs and multiple Grammy nominations. David Malloy has produced artists like Dolly Parton, Kenny Rogers, Reba McEntire, Rosanne Cash, and mor...

National recording artist Ashley Wineland. She is the epitome of country music and brings a breath of fresh air with her electrifying single, CRANK IT UP written by Steven McEwan, Marti Frederiksen, and Carrie Underwood.  Ashley emerged on the scene as a powerhouse, garnering audiences with her storytelling lyrics that cut to the core of the country music genre’s essence, reflecting her passion an...