The Mark White Show

On this Make A Difference Minute, we hear from Olivia Gibson of Olivia’s Ohana House in Lauderdale County. Olivia says her love for food and cooking can be traced back to time spent with her father in the kitchen. His influence shaped her passion and inspired her to carry those traditions forward. Now, through her restaurant, Olivia honors her father’s legacy while introducing her community to the...

On this episode of The Mark White Show, we shine a spotlight on prostate cancer, the second most common cancer among men. Dr. Benjamin Lowentritt, Director of Prostate Cancer Services at United Urology Group and a nationally recognized leader in advanced treatments, explains the importance of early detection, current treatment options, and promising new research. Prostate cancer survivor Bob Lane...

On this Make A Difference Minute, I'm reminding listeners that while everyone carries wounds from pain, loss, or disappointment, those wounds do not have to define us. If we let them, they can become our greatest teachers, shaping us with compassion, resilience, and strength. This segment encourages turning pain into perspective and scars into lessons, choosing to let wounds make us wiser instead...

On this Make A Difference Minute, I’m joined by Bob Lane, a prostate cancer survivor and patient advocate. When Bob was diagnosed, he faced the fear and uncertainty that so many men feel, but he chose to take action with the support of his doctors, family, and community. Today, he shares his story through the SHARE Network to encourage other men not to ignore their health. Bob’s message is clear:...

On this Make A Difference Minute, I’m joined by Dr. Benjamin Lowentritt, Director of Prostate Cancer Services at United Urology Group and a nationally recognized leader in prostate cancer treatment. Dr. Lowentritt reminds us that prostate cancer is the second most common cancer among men, with more than 300,000 diagnoses each year. He says early detection through screenings like the PSA test is cr...

On this Make A Difference Minute, I'm reflecting on my own childhood experience with bullying and how silence from others often deepens the pain. We are all implicated when we allow others to be mistreated, but we also have the power to be part of the solution. This segment encourages listeners to step in, speak up, and stand beside those who are hurting, because courage in the face of mistreatmen...

On this Make A Difference Minute, I'm sharing a reminder that big breakthroughs are built on small, steady steps. Success is rarely the result of a single moment, but of the quiet consistency that compounds over time. This segment encourages listeners to keep showing up, even when progress feels slow or unnoticed, because consistency turns effort into impact and ordinary days into extraordinary ou...

On this edition of The Mark White Show, we’re focusing on two community partners making a difference in Limestone County. First, Vickie Leasher with Crisis Services of North Alabama shares about a new project to collect items for victims of domestic violence and how we can all help provide support in times of crisis. Then, Emmett Moore, Executive Director of the Athens-Limestone County Family Reso...

On this Make A Difference Minute, Rocket City Adapted Athletics founder Chase Woods shares how his own journey shaped the vision behind RCAA and his hopes for the young people who are discovering confidence, community, and purpose through adapted sports. Sponsor: Athens Bible School AthensBibleSchool.org

What happens when one person takes the challenges life has handed them and turns them into opportunities for others? That is the story of Chase Woods, founder of Rocket City Adapted Athletics. From his own journey with muscular dystrophy to creating a place where athletes with disabilities can discover confidence, independence, and community, Chase’s mission is nothing short of life-changing. In t...

On this Make A Difference Minute, Dr. Amit Mehta, hematologist and medical oncologist at Premier Hematology & Oncology in Cary, North Carolina, shares what to look for when it comes to immune thrombocytopenia (ITP), a rare blood disorder that can cause serious bruising and bleeding. Sponsor: Bankston Motor Homes BankstonMotorHomes.com

On tonight's show, we recognize National Immune Thrombocytopenia Awareness Month with Dr. Amit Mehta, hematologist and medical oncologist at Premier Hematology & Oncology in Cary, North Carolina. Dr. Mehta will share what immune thrombocytopenia is, how it impacts patients and families, and details about a new FDA approved treatment now available for adults living with this rare blood disorder.

On this Make A Difference Minute, I'm reflecting on the tragedies of violence we continue to see, from the deaths of leaders and loved ones to school shootings that devastate communities. Drawing from Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s reminder that darkness cannot drive out darkness and hatred cannot drive out hatred, this segment emphasizes that violence never brings justice, it only leaves pain and l...

On this Make A Difference Minute, James Mooney shares about the importance of community support in helping Village of Promise break the cycle of poverty through education and family empowerment. Sponsor: J. Calvert Farms

On tonight’s edition of The Mark White Show, Edward Jones financial advisor Julia Bartak joins me to discuss a new survey that reveals only two out of five Americans feel confident about their education savings. We’ll cover what families can do to prepare, how 529 plans really work, and practical steps to take this school year to feel more secure about future education costs.

On this Make A Difference Minute, Roger A. Krone shares how Scouting impacted his own life and how it continues to shape his role today as President and CEO of Scouting America. Sponsor: Hydration Lounge HydrationL.com

On this edition of The Mark White Show, I’m joined by Roger A. Krone, President and CEO of Scouting America and an Eagle Scout, to talk about how Cub Scouts complements the classroom by preparing kids for challenges in every part of life. I’ll also visit with James Mooney, Director of Village of Promise, as he shares how this local organization is working to break the cycle of poverty through educ...

On this Make A Difference Minute, I'm reminding listeners that compassion is more than just feeling sorry for someone. It is stepping into their shoes, letting their hurt matter, and being moved to act with kindness. This segment encourages choosing understanding over judgment and leaning in instead of turning away, because compassion not only changes others, it can also change us. Sponsor: Singin...

On this Make A Difference Minute, I'm reminding listeners that even the smallest act of kindness can create a ripple effect far beyond what we see. A smile, a kind word, or a simple gesture may seem small in the moment, but its impact can carry on to touch lives we will never meet. This segment encourages listeners to choose kindness on purpose, trusting that their actions can reach farther than t...

On this Make A Difference Minute, I'm sharing my personal journey of turning a challenge into an opportunity. After multiple surgeries on his left ankle, the same leg that once caused pain became the leg that carried him to success as a high school kicker, eventually earning a walk-on spot at Alabama. That journey even opened the door to radio after organizing an alumni football game in 2015. This...

On this Make A Difference Minute, I'm encouraging listeners not to give up when the road feels long or the progress seems slow. Perseverance is not about never getting tired or discouraged, but about choosing to take one more step even when it is hard. This segment reminds us that setbacks are not signs to stop but opportunities to prove our strength and keep pressing forward, because breakthrough...

On this Make A Difference Minute, I'm reminding listeners that forgiveness is not about excusing hurtful actions but about releasing the weight of bitterness. Holding on to resentment punishes us more than it punishes others, keeping us stuck in the past and stealing our peace. This segment encourages choosing forgiveness as a path to freedom and healing, offering one of the greatest gifts not jus...

On this Make A Difference Minute, I'm sharing a reminder that words have the power to either tear down or build up. A single word of encouragement can echo far beyond the moment, giving someone strength to keep going when life feels heavy. This segment encourages listeners to use their words intentionally, to speak life, and to offer the same encouragement they wish someone had given them. Sponsor...

On this Make A Difference Minute, country music legend Paulette Carlson of Highway 101 opens her heart about the loss of her husband and how that experience shaped her decision to come out of retirement. Through grief and healing, Paulette shares how music continues to give her strength and how her journey may inspire others walking through their own valleys. Sponsor: Hydration Lounge HydrationL.c...

On this Make A Difference Minute, I'm reminding listeners that while we cannot always control results, we can always control the effort we give. Wins and titles may fade, but the character built through consistent effort lasts a lifetime. This segment encourages listeners to approach every task with heart, focus, and integrity, knowing that giving your best inspires others and leaves a lasting imp...