The Mark White Show

On this Make A Difference Minute, I’m reminding listeners that stories are not just headlines or content. They are real people and real lives that deserve care, respect, and trust. This segment reflects on choosing humanity over noise and valuing community over clicks. Sponsor: Hydration Lounge

On tonight’s show, I’m having an important conversation with Jason Smith, a Marine veteran who now serves as Director of Veterans Programming at Florida Springs Wellness and Recovery Center. As a former law enforcement officer, this conversation hits close to home for me. We’ll talk about the Military, Veterans, and First Responders Suicide Prevention Summit coming to Enterprise, Alabama, on March...

Today on the Make A Difference Minute, I’m sharing a message about living with an outward focus. This segment challenges listeners to look beyond their own stress and busyness and consider how simple acts of service, encouragement, and awareness can bring meaning and make a real difference in someone else’s life. Sponsor: Singing River Dentistry

On this Make A Difference Minute, Marine veteran Jason Smith shares a powerful message for military members, veterans, and first responders who are struggling in silence. Jason reminds listeners that strength is not found in carrying burdens alone, but in having the courage to reach out. He also shares details about the upcoming Military, Veterans, and First Responders Suicide Prevention Summit in...

On tonight’s show, I’m having an important conversation with Jason Smith, a Marine veteran who now serves as Director of Veterans Programming at Florida Springs Wellness and Recovery Center. As a former law enforcement officer, this conversation hits close to home for me. We’ll talk about the Military, Veterans, and First Responders Suicide Prevention Summit coming to Enterprise, Alabama, on March...

On this Make A Difference Minute, I’m reminding listeners that their own experiences with hurt can become a powerful source of compassion. This segment encourages listeners to remember what it feels like to be hurting and to use that understanding to respond to others with patience, grace, and empathy. Sponsor: CoraNation Tailoring & Alterations

On this MADM, Anthony Terling shares how he and his wife, Lindsey, took their journey with rare disease and pour their hearts into other families in honor of their son, Austin, through the Austin 1st Foundation. Their annual golf tournament Aces Fore Austin is taking place on May 18th. For more information about the tournament and the Austin 1st Foundation effort, go to Austin1stFoundation.org. Sp...

Tonight on The Mark White Show, you’ll hear the story of Austin Terling. Austin would be 13 years old this year. Instead, his life on earth ended at just 9 years old in July of 2022 after a long and exhausting fight with a rare neurodegenerative brain disease caused by a mutation in the UBA5 gene. For four years, his parents, Anthony and Lindsey Terling, searched for answers. They walked through u...

On this Make A Difference Minute, I’m reminding listeners of a simple but powerful principle, do what’s doable. When life feels overwhelming and problems seem bigger than we can handle, this segment encourages listeners to focus on what they can control, take the next right step, and release the pressure of trying to fix everything at once. Sponsor: Athens Bible School AthensBibleSchool.org

On this Make A Difference Minute, I’m talking about loneliness through the lens of hesitation and waiting. This message encourages initiative, connection, and the power of being the one who reaches out first. It’s a reminder that many people want connection but are afraid to impose, and a simple invitation can make a meaningful difference. Sponsor: Bankston Motor Homes BankstonMotorHomes.com

On this Make A Difference Minute, I’m talking about Intent, Portrayal, and Perception. What you intend isn’t always what people see, how something is portrayed isn’t always the whole truth, & perception can take on a life of its own. I'm reminding listeners why clarity, humility, and grace matter, because how we communicate and how we’re understood can shape relationships, trust, and outcomes. It’...

On this episode of The Mark White Show, I’m joined by Alex Fourie, a PGA professional and founder of Single Hand Golf, whose journey began in a Ukrainian orphanage and led to breaking barriers in the world of golf. Born with one arm and facing early life challenges, Alex found purpose and belonging through the game of golf after being adopted and brought to the United States. Today, he is one of t...

On this Make A Difference Minute, I’m reminding listeners that strength doesn’t always look the way people expect. Sometimes pulling yourself together means showing up. Sometimes it means asking for help. And sometimes it means simply taking the next right step. Sponsor: Thompson Roofing and Construction 256Roofing.com

On this episode of The Mark White Show, I’m joined by Darryl Fuhrman, President of Lettermen of the USA, sharing the mission behind the One Yard at a Time Gala and how LOTUSA serves and supports our nation’s veterans and their families. Also joining me are Juna N Joey, a rising brother sister country duo with millions of views online. They talk about their new single Stop Thinking and the efforts...

On this Make A Difference Minute, I’m joined by Gene O’Neill, CEO of the North American Veterinary Community. Gene will share what NAVC does, why bringing veterinarians together matters, and how education, prevention, and trusted care teams help pets live healthier, longer lives. Sponsor: Premier Structures, Inc. PremierStructures.com

On tonight's show, you’ll hear the full conversation with Bonnie Lynn Harlow, a listener whose life intersected with Ruger Ennis’ story in a powerful way. After hearing Haley & Ruger’s journey shared on the show, Bonnie made the decision to become a living kidney donor. This is definitely about what can happen when stories are shared with care and purpose. This is the heart behind The Mark White S...

On this Make A Difference Minute, Elizabeth Williams, Jace Watkins’ 5th grade teacher at Hueytown Intermediate School, shares the impact of the Buddy Bench dedication and how she helps her students move forward with care, compassion, and connection. Her words remind us that small acts of kindness can make a lasting difference in the lives of children. Sponsor: Singing River Dentistry SingingRiverD...

On tonight’s edition of TMWS, I have two segments centered on care, leadership, and responsibility. In the first segment, we are at Hueytown Intermediate School for the Buddy Bench dedication honoring fifth grader Jace Watkins. Joining me are Principal Cari McClellen and Jace’s fifth grade teacher, Elizabeth Williams. This conversation reflects what happens when educators lead with presence, compa...

On this Make A Difference Minute, you will hear from Hueytown Intermediate School Principal Cari McClellen as she shares why the Buddy Bench dedication in honor of 5th grader Jace Watkins matters so much to her school family. Principal McClellen also shares her vision for the future, using Buddy Benches to bring students together across campuses, creating safe places for friendship, empathy, and c...

On this Make A Difference Minute, I’m reminding listeners that one of the most meaningful things we can do is let people know they are not alone. Many carry silent burdens and feel unseen, even while surrounded by others. This segment encourages presence, compassion, and small acts of connection that can make a lasting difference. Sponsor: Athens Bible School AthensBibleSchool.org

On this Make A Difference Minute, I’m reminding listeners of the importance of awareness without cynicism. Some people are more interested in what you can do for them than in who you are. Recognizing that doesn’t require bitterness, but it does require clarity. This segment encourages healthy boundaries, discernment, and staying kind while remaining aware. Sponsor: Bankston Motor Homes BankstonMot...

On this Make A Difference Minute, Darryl Fuhrman shares the heart behind LOTUSA and the mission of the One Yard at a Time Gala. It’s a conversation about honoring our veterans, serving with purpose, and stepping up in meaningful ways for those who have given so much. Sponsor: Premier Structures, Inc. PremierStructures.com

On this episode of The Mark White Show, I’m joined by Darryl Fuhrman, President of Lettermen of the USA, sharing the mission behind the One Yard at a Time Gala and how LOTUSA serves and supports our nation’s veterans and their families. Also joining me are Juna N Joey, a rising brother sister country duo with millions of views online. They talk about their new single Stop Thinking and the efforts...

On this Make A Difference Minute, Regina Raney and David Raney share a message for band directors and music educators who quietly shape lives far beyond the classroom. Drawing from decades of experience and the honor of marching in the Rose Bowl Parade as part of the Band Directors Marching Band, they reflect on perseverance, purpose, and the lasting impact of investing in students. This message i...

On this episode of The Mark White Show, longtime Alabama band directors Regina Raney and David Raney join Mark White for a meaningful conversation about careers devoted to students, service, and the power of music education. Regina and David share what it truly means to invest in young lives, the unseen work that happens beyond performances, and the lasting relationships formed inside the band roo...