The River Foundation Podcast

Hello and welcome to The River Foundation Podcast! Today, we are joined by one of the newest members of the First Southern family of companies' counseling team, Tara Ray. We further a broad ongoing discussion of the role of faith in dealing with mental health issues as Tara offers her guidance based on her own professional and personal experiences. Tara sheds light on ideologies and techniques for...

Hello and welcome to The River Foundation Podcast! Today, we speak with UTG Insurance Operations Manager Denise Henderson in the second of a two-parter. After learning about her journey up to this point, we hear how Denise flourishes in her role at UTG as she describes the joy she has found being able (and encouraged) to express her faith at work. She also describes how working with UTG and the Ri...

Hello and welcome to The River Foundation Podcast! Today, we speak with Insurance Operations Manager Denise Henderson in the first of a two-parter about her surprising and challenging journey through personal and professional life. We discuss Denise's path to the happy, fulfilled position she thrives in today, and what it took to persevere through numerous obstacles as a mother, partner, and worke...

Hello and welcome to The River Foundation Podcast! In today's episode, we are joined by Diane Jeffries, Executive Assistant to First Southern National Bank CEO Tommy Roberts. Join us as she discusses her journey through 25 years with the bank and The River Foundation, as well as her and her family's consistent efforts to help those in need. She also highlights some of The River Foundation's progra...

Hello and welcome to The River Foundation Podcast! Today we are joined by Candice Brown who has been with the Family of Companies for 36 years and has worked in many different roles throughout her career. She and Dan discuss her long and winding career journey from beginning work as a teen to her current role as Executive Assistant to Jimmy Rousey. She details her work providing support for First...

Hello and welcome to The River Foundation Podcast! Today, in honor of Suicide Prevention Month, Dr. Matthew Sleeth joins us to discuss his new book, Hope Always, in which he explores suicide from a scholarly Christian viewpoint. He discusses his findings from his research of the Bible, and he offers faith-based guidance to those affected by suicide and suicidal thoughts. Join us for a conversation...

Hello and welcome to The River Foundation Podcast! In today's episode, Jimmy Rousey, our special guest host, concludes his discussion with Steele and Lynn Harmon, the Founding Father and Mother of FCA Kentucky (Fellowship of Christian Athletes). Jimmy, the Harmons, and FCA family member Max Appel discuss the profound impact they have had on each others' lives, and how Steele and Lynn have been a b...

Hello and welcome to The River Foundation Podcast! In today's episode, the first of a two-part series, our special guest host, Jimmy Rousey, is joined by Steele and Lynn Harmon, the Founding Father and Mother of FCA Kentucky (Fellowship of Christian Athletes). Join us as the Harmons share stories of their careers, family, and personal calls to deeper faith with wit and care, and Jimmy explains how...

Welcome to another episode of the River Foundation Podcast!  Ryan Lanigan serves as the manager of the marketing and public relations team for the First Southern Family of Companies and has spent time prior to that managing his own business as a freelance designer.  However, like all good design, there's more to Ryan than meets the eye.  From working on his own artwork to managing the ups and down...

Hello and welcome back to another episode of The River Foundation Podcast! Today we are joined by Cynthia Bourne Woodcock, Executive Assistant to Chairman of the Board, Jess Correll. Cynthia tells us what it is like to work so closely with Jess and how she feels playing such an important role within the ministry. We also hear about Cynthia's early life, her unforeseen journey to marriage and famil...

Welcome to the second installment of our conversation with husband and wife duo Wes and Roni Perry! Find out how Wes and Roni got to know Angela and Wes Correll and how they've implemented foundational business principles that have kept their relationship strong, their business solid, and their faith growing. Don't miss the encouragement from Roni at the end of the episode and Wes' advice about fa...

Welcome to another exciting episode of The River Foundation Podcast! On our show today, husband and wife duo Wes and Roni Perry join us for a chat about marriage, family, and balancing your faith and career. Wes and Roni Perry are long-time friends of Jess and Angela Correll, and currently serve on the board of the First Southern Family of Companies. Wes is the co-founder, along with his two sons,...

Hello and welcome to another episode of The River Foundation Podcast! We are joined today by our friend and recently retired Senior Vice President and Lending Manager at First Southern National Bank, John Swaim. In today's episode, we learn about John's early life, his successful 25-year career, and what he hopes for the future generation of River Foundation members. Listen to the end to hear John...

Welcome back to another fun-filled episode of The River Foundation Podcast! In a very special episode, we get the chance today to learn all about our host, Dan Lewis! Dan has an extensive educational background, including a Doctorate of Missiology, and long history of working and volunteering in faith-based businesses. Our friend, Doug Ditto, joins us today as our host and pushes Dan to the other...

Hello and welcome to another great episode of The River Foundation Podcast! We are joined today by our friend Ken Battles, a successful IT expert and spiritual philanthropist. In today's episode, Ken talks about his career, the work he does for Compass Urban Outreach, and why he is so thankful for The River Foundation and our members. If you are looking for ways to build up your community and addr...

Welcome back to The River Foundation Podcast! Preston Correll, Founder of Marksbury Farm Market and Owner of St. Asaph Farm, is back with us today for the third and final installment of this special multi-part series. In this segment, Preston tells us what it was like to be thrown into the family business, and how he manages his priorities. Preston also shares some sage advice and words of wisdom...

Hello and welcome back to The River Foundation Podcast! Preston Correll, Founder of Marksbury Farm Market and Owner of St. Asaph Farm, is back with us today for the second installment of a special multi-part series. In this segment, Preston tells us about the revelation he came to while in India, the dramatic life changes he has made, and what he's learned as he scales his business. You won't want...

Welcome back to The River Foundation Podcast! Preston Correll, Founder of Marksbury Farm Market and Owner of St. Asaph Farm, joins us today for the first installment of a multi-part series. Preston shares what it was like to grow up in an influential family, and how his childhood shaped who he is today. We hear about Preston's incredible time spent abroad, and he recounts his story of falling in l...

Welcome back to The River Foundation Podcast! In today's bonus episode, we are joined by Dr. Larry Martin. Dr. Martin tells us everything there is to know about netweaving: where it originated, how it differs from networking, and tips for integrating this practice into your life. Dr. Martin also shares the story behind an incredible device that is revolutionizing how we address a major problem in...

Hello and welcome to The River Foundation Podcast! In today's episode, we are joined by a very special guest, Dr. Larry Martin. Dr. Martin shares his own incredible story and the stories of some of those he's been blessed to meet along his career in faith. Dr. Martin teaches us how to take advantage of the faith-based communities surrounding us, and how to build a life through God's work. Don't mi...

Hello and welcome to The River Foundation Podcast! In today's episode, we are back with Pete Ochs for the second installment of our two-part series. Pete is a UTG Board Member and Faith-driven entrepreneur. His business experience spans four decades and includes the founding of the Enterprise Stewardship initiative, a transformative entrepreneurship program. In today's episode, we learn what it ta...

Welcome back to another exciting episode of The River Foundation Podcast! Our guest today, Pete Ochs, describes himself as a UTG Board Member and Faith-driven entrepreneur. Pete's business experience spans four decades and includes the founding of the Enterprise Stewardship initiative, a transformative entrepreneurship program. Pete shares some of his own life lessons, recommends easy steps for bu...

Hello and welcome back to another special celebration episode of The River Foundation Podcast! Today, we are celebrating our 100 th episode!  We are joined once again by River Foundation contributors, Jami Cervantes, Dan Lewis, Philip Devine, and Eve Gilliam. In this episode, our guests discuss the future of The River Foundation Podcast, give us sneak-peaks of upcoming episodes, and we hear from y...

Hello and welcome to a special celebration episode of The River Foundation Podcast! We are here today with our friends, and important River Foundation contributors, Jami Cervantes, Dan Lewis, Philip Devine, and Eve Gilliam. In this episode, our guests reflect on the last 98 podcast episodes and share their highlights. We hear about our guests' hopes for the podcast's future, and we give you a glim...

Hello and welcome back to another exciting episode of The River Foundation Podcast! We are back today with our friend, Adrienne Correll, the daughter of Jess Correll, mother to two children, and founder of a non-profit organization. In this follow-up episode, Adrienne tells us about breaking the gender barrier, shaping her career, and how she likes to give back. Adrienne shares a special message f...