The Mark White Show

On this Make A Difference Minute, I talk with 17-year-old driver Connor Shelton of Connor Shelton Racing from Tanner, Alabama, about what it takes to compete in racing at a high level. While talent matters, Connor shares that one of the biggest challenges is funding and having the support to stay in the race. His story highlights the importance of family, perseverance, and looking up to those who...

Tonight on The Mark White Show, I’ll be joined by 17-year-old Connor Shelton out of Tanner, Alabama, along with his mom, Amy Gatlin. Connor is chasing a dream at full speed, competing in pro late model stock car racing against some of the best drivers in the country at Montgomery Motor Speedway. What started as a love for racing at 14 has turned into a serious pursuit, built on hard work, long hou...

On this Make A Difference Minute, I talk with Morgan Vance of the Pat Summitt Foundation about Coach Pat Summitt’s response to her Alzheimer’s diagnosis. Instead of stepping back, she stepped forward, using her platform to bring awareness to a disease that often leaves families feeling isolated. This segment highlights her courage to face it publicly and her commitment to making a difference for f...

On this episode of The Mark White Show, I’m joined by Morgan Vance with the Pat Summitt Foundation as we talk about continuing the legacy of Pat Summitt. After her diagnosis with early-onset Alzheimer’s disease, Coach Summitt made the decision to turn her fight into a mission that would help others. Today, that mission lives on through the Foundation’s work in supporting families, raising awarenes...

On this Make A Difference Minute, retired U.S. Marshal Jerry Peters shares the mission behind Operation Life Support, a nonprofit dedicated to helping individuals and families impacted by traumatic brain injury and post-traumatic stress. Drawing from decades of crisis intervention work and his own experience as a TBI survivor, Jerry is working to connect people with the support and resources they...

On this Make A Difference Minute, I’m joined by my friend Marvin Leathers to talk about the 7th Annual Rebel Jam happening May 16th in Winfield, Alabama. This year’s event is centered around 4-year-old Kam Bryant, a young boy who survived a drowning accident and now requires around-the-clock care at home. Marvin shares Kam’s story, the daily reality his parents Kevin and Kasey face, and how the co...

On this edition of The Mark White Show, I'm talking with Marvin Leathers of Above The Garage Studio. We're talking about the heart behind the 7th Annual Rebel Jam Music Festival in Winfield, Alabama. What started as a passion for music has grown into a powerful community event focused on helping families in need. This year, Rebel Jam is rallying around 4-year-old Kam Bryant and his family as they...

On this Make A Difference Minute, I share a moment with Deanna Tidwell, Director of Victim Services for Lauderdale County District Attorney's Office, as we honored those lost to violent crimes and supported the families left behind. This segment highlights the emotional toll these tragedies take and the importance of treating every victim as a person, not a number. It’s also a call for more people...

On this Make A Difference Minute, I talk with 14-year-old singer-songwriter Michael Schott from Stella, North Carolina about handling doubt and criticism. As his music connects with audiences in powerful ways, Michael shares how he stays focused on what matters most, the real impact his songs have on people, rather than the negativity that can come with visibility. This message is a reminder to st...

On this episode of The Mark White Show, I'm talking with 14-year-old musician Michael Schott from Stella, North Carolina. At a young age, Michael is putting himself out there, sharing his music, and learning what it takes to grow in a space that can be both encouraging and challenging. He talks about where his passion comes from, the influences shaping his sound, and what it means to keep going wh...

On this Make A Difference Minute, I talk with Karen Belcher of the Adoption and Foster Care Clinic about the growing need for support within the foster care system. With over 6,000 children currently in foster care in Alabama and not enough caregivers or resources to meet the demand, this segment highlights the importance of community awareness, prevention, and individuals stepping forward to help...

Tonight on The Mark White Show, I’ll be talking with Karen Belcher, Co-Founder and Director of Clinical Operations for The Adoption and Foster Care Clinic in Birmingham. Karen is a registered nurse and TBRI practitioner who has spent more than two decades working with children and families navigating adoption, foster care, and kinship care. What started at UAB Children’s Hospital has grown into a...

On this Make A Difference Minute, I talk with Marci Prescott of the Alabama Kidney Foundation about how it all began. What started with one patient considering stopping dialysis due to financial burden led William Rowe to take action. His response created a mission that continues today, providing financial assistance, education, and support to kidney patients across Alabama. This story is a remind...

On tonight’s show, I’m joined by Marcie Prescott with the Alabama Kidney Foundation to talk about the impact kidney disease is having on families across our state and how our communities can step in to help. As we move through the month of April, attention is already turning toward the Birmingham Kidney Walk coming up on May 9th at Spain Park High School. Teams are forming, fundraising is underway...

On this edition of the MADM, we share the story of a family who made a life-changing decision, to open their home to four foster children. Jocelyn Turner joins me to talk about her co-worker and friend, Abby, the kind of person she is, and why this moment deserves our attention and support. Taking in four children at once comes with emotional, physical, and financial challenges. This conversation...

On this Make A Difference Minute, I’m sharing Jewell Brown’s journey and her need for a kidney donor. After facing kidney challenges since childhood and receiving a transplant from her mom that has lasted 20 years, Jewel is now in renal failure and searching for a living donor. This segment highlights both the reality that transplants are not always permanent and the opportunity for someone to mak...

On this Make A Difference Minute, I'm sharing a simple moment that turned into a meaningful lesson. While working on a small project with April, I was reminded how much you can learn when you build something together. From communication to patience to handling frustration, those everyday moments reveal how we work as a team. This message highlights how the process often matters more than the proje...

On this Make A Difference Minute, Crystal Strickland shares some of her journey after receiving a rare cancer diagnosis of EHE. From reading the results in her portal to learning that even her oncologist had limited knowledge of the disease, Crystal was faced with uncertainty from the very beginning. Her story highlights the importance of support, self-advocacy, and finding trusted resources when...

On this edition of The Mark White Show, I’m joined by Crystal Lineberger Strickland, a dedicated educator, dyslexia advocate, and difference maker who has spent her life helping others overcome obstacles. Now, Crystal is facing a battle of her own as she fights a rare form of liver cancer known as epithelioid hemangioendothelioma (EHE) while awaiting a transplant. Crystal shares her journey, the i...

On this Make A Difference Minute, I talk with Kate O’Neal of The Caring Link about their New Beginnings School Readiness Program. This initiative provides students with new clothes, shoes, school supplies, hygiene kits, and access to essential services so they can walk into the classroom confident and prepared. As families face rising costs and more students experience displacement, programs like...

Tonight, on The Mark White Show, I’m joined by Clarissa and Lillian Glanton, the mother and sister of Webb Glanton, whose life was tragically lost to a fentanyl-laced pill. In the midst of their grief, they’ve chosen to speak out, share Webb’s story, and create the Webb Glanton Foundation to help raise awareness and protect others from the dangers of fentanyl. I also talk with Kate O’Neal of The C...

On this Make A Difference Minute, I talk with Kody Norris of The Kody Norris Show as he reflects on a 20-year journey in country and bluegrass music. From a young boy playing in the mountains of East Tennessee to sharing the stage with legends like Ralph Stanley, Kody shares how passion, persistence, and the right people helped turn a dream into a reality. This message is a reminder that the path...

Tonight on The Mark White Show, we’re celebrating America’s 250th anniversary with award-winning artist Kody Norris of The Kody Norris Show, as he shares the story behind his latest music and upcoming album honoring our nation’s history. On Cora’s Corner, we also highlight Tara Ross’ new children’s book, We Created a Country: The Story of Our Constitution, helping young readers understand the foun...

On this Make A Difference Minute, I share a personal message about letting go of the negative labels and beliefs I once carried. This segment encourages listeners to release what was never theirs, reclaim their identity, and step into purpose without being defined by past words or experiences. This MADM is brought to you by Green’s Dependable Hardware, proudly supporting stories and the people who...

On this Make A Difference Minute, I’m sharing a simple but powerful reminder. Being seen matters. You might be surrounded by people and still feel alone, and the same is true for someone you pass every day. A genuine check-in, a kind word, or simply noticing someone can change more than you realize. Join me for this message about connection, awareness, and how small moments can make a big differen...