The Mark White Show

On this MADM, Ian Flanigan shares about his version of Elvis' Blue Christmas and how the loss of his mom impacted his decision to record it. Sponsor: Singing River Dentistry SingingRiverDentistry.com

On this Make A Difference Minute, Cary Grant shares about the serious health challenges he is facing as he waits for a heart and double-lung transplant at the Mayo Clinic. His wife, Karen, opens up about the support, faith, and strength carrying their family through this difficult season. Sponsor: Hydration Lounge HydrationL.com

On this edition of The Mark White Show, Cary and Karen Grant share a story of resilience and unwavering faith. Cary, who has devoted his career to helping others, is now fighting for his life as he awaits a heart and lung transplant. From Huntsville to Jacksonville, the Grant family has been walking a difficult road, but their strength and hope remain unshaken. Their message is one of courage, com...

On this MADM, Billie Jo Jones shares the why behind recording I'll Be Home for Christmas. Listen & share. Sponsor: Green's Dependable Hardware GreensHardware.net

On this edition of TMWS, I have two music guests joining me. First, I have Billie Jo Jones to share about her rendition of I'll Be Home for Christmas followed by Ian Flanigan his version of Elvis's Blue Christmas.

On this Make A Difference Minute, Rebecca “Becky” Jones shares the kind of person her son Kyle was. Even while facing mental health challenges, Kyle was known for his kindness, his humor, and the way he cared for the people around him. Becky reflects on his joyful spirit, the moments that made him unforgettable, and the legacy he leaves through the Kyle Jones Foundation. Her message reminds us tha...

On this edition of TMWS, Rebecca “Becky” Jones shares the story of her son Kyle and the mission behind the Kyle Jones Foundation. After experiencing unimaginable loss, Becky chose to honor Kyle’s life by helping others through support, awareness, and compassion. This conversation shines a light on mental health, the power of community, and the healing that can come from turning pain into purpose....

On this Make A Difference Minute, Coach Blaine Woody shares a heartfelt reminder for anyone carrying silent struggles. Through the “I Matter” Project of Chattooga County, he encourages young people, and adults, to speak up, reach out, and let someone walk with them through the hard places. His message is simple but powerful: you are not a burden, your voice matters, and your story is worth sharing...

Today on The Mark White Show, I’m joined by Coach Blaine Woody to talk about a grassroots effort born from heartbreak, The “I Matter” Project of Chattooga County. After two suicides have shaken the community in Northwest Georgia, Blaine and co-founder Michael Farmer stepped forward with a mission to remind every young person that they are valued, seen, and never alone. In this conversation, Blaine...

On this Make A Difference Minute, Andrew Harbin with Pork Belly BBQ shares why giving back is at the center of everything they do. From school fundraisers to helping individuals to supporting Angel Tree families, Andrew and his team believe in showing love through good food, open arms, and a judgment free atmosphere. During a recent food giveaway in Rogersville, they prepared enough for about five...

On this episode of TMWS, I have two guests who are both from the West Limestone area in Limestone County, Alabama. My first guest is Alex White as she shares about her daughter's fight with hydrocephalus. This is a recent diagnosis, and the family is in the early stages of navigating this battle. After that, we'll be talking to Andrew Harbin in Rogersville, Alabama, as he shares about his family b...

On this Make A Difference Minute, Alex White explains how a routine appointment turned into a frightening diagnosis for her daughter Holly. With hydrocephalus and a tumor or cyst creating pressure around her brain, Holly now faces specialized care and upcoming decisions. Alex invites the community to rally around their family with prayers and support. Sponsor: Bankston Motor Homes BankstonMotorHom...

On this Make A Difference Minute, I’m reminding listeners that the people we criticize are human long before they are athletes, performers, or professionals. Everyone makes mistakes, and most of the time, the person who fell short is already carrying the weight of it. This segment encourages compassion over blame, patience over public shaming, and understanding over harsh judgment. The way we resp...

On this MADM, Retired Sgt. Jay "Packy" Dempsey shares about the founding of his program The Fastest 4 Seconds. Sponsor: Premier Structures, Inc. PremierStructures.com

Retired Sgt Jay “Packy” Dempsey joins me to talk about his survival during a four second shooting, the creation of his Fastest 4 Seconds training, and the long road through PTSD and addiction that tested every part of his life. This is a conversation about readiness, healing, and finding purpose after trauma.

On this MADM, Trey Calloway shares the story behind his new Christmas single, Christmas With You. Sponsor: Green's Dependable Hardware GreensHardware.net

On tonight’s show, we celebrate the upcoming Christmas season with country music legend T. G. Sheppard and singer songwriter Kelly Lang as they share their holiday music and the heart behind their latest album and Christmas single Tender Tennessee Christmas. We also welcome rising artist Trey Calloway to talk about his new Christmas single Christmas With You and the journey that brought him to whe...

On this Make A Difference Minute, I’m reminding listeners that no amount of guilt can change the past and no amount of anxiety can change the future. We spend so much time pulled between yesterday’s regrets and tomorrow’s worries that we miss the strength and peace available to us right now. This segment encourages listeners to release what they can’t control and settle into the present moment, wh...

On this edition of TMWS show, I'm having a conversation with Alexis Atchley about her 5-year-old daughter, Oaklee Rayne, a heart transplant child now facing new medical challenges. Alexis shares the highs, the setbacks, the emotional weight of the past week, and the strength that keeps their family moving forward. We also highlight the Alabama Storm Troopers Pray It Forward fundraiser and how the...

On this Make A Difference Minute, Jared Smith shares what life looks like when both he and his wife, April, are battling colon cancer at the same time. From the fear of two diagnoses under one roof to the daily strength they draw from their faith, their family, and each other, Jared opens up about a journey no couple ever imagines. His message is honest, emotional, and filled with courage, a remin...

On this episode of The Mark White Show, Jared and April Smith open their hearts about a season of life no family ever expects to face. Both diagnosed with cancer, they found themselves fighting two battles at once while trying to keep faith, family, and everyday life moving forward. In this candid and powerful conversation, Jared and April share the fear, the courage, the prayers, the setbacks, an...

On this Make A Difference Minute, Roosevelt Patterson Jr. shares how the nickname “Rosie” began during his time playing for Coach Gene Stallings at Alabama and how that same name became the heart of his work today. Roosevelt explains why he chose to call his youth mentorship effort Rosie’s Foundation and how his own struggles inspire him to help young people avoid the pitfalls he once faced. His s...

On this episode, Roosevelt Patterson Jr. shares a journey that spans championships at Vigor High School and the University of Alabama, time in the NFL and CFL, and a life-changing commitment to helping young people avoid the mistakes he once made. Roosevelt opens up about the highs of football, the lessons learned through adversity, and the mission behind Rosie’s Foundation. His story is one of re...

On this Make A Difference Minute, I’m reminding listeners that not everything we pick up in life is ours to carry. Many of us hold on to stress, guilt, and responsibility that was never meant for us. This segment encourages listeners to recognize what they can control, release what they can’t, and protect their peace by letting go of burdens that don’t belong on their shoulders. Sponsor: Green's D...

On this Make A Difference Minute, I’m reminding listeners that progress comes from focusing on what you can control, not on what others choose not to do. It’s easy to get distracted by the lack of effort, support, or responsibility around us, but real growth happens when we stay committed to our own work, our own integrity, and our own consistency. This segment encourages listeners to redirect the...