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My guest is Drew Goddard, who happens to be my daughter in law.  She talks home schooling, raising children and loving God.  If you are thinking about home schooling, you should take a listen.  But this conversation is much more than about home schooling. Get ready to be greatly inspired by this young mother of four.  

Mark and Bunny Harris are my guests talking about the Taylor County Lady Vikings incredible 132 game high school basketball winning streak.  They are also talking about their legendary Hall of Fame basketball coach Norman Carter and the influence he had on their lives.  If you like high school sports, you will love this. But even if you do not, the life lessons here are large.

My guests are Keith and Roz Turner of the Apple Basket in Centerville Ga.  They are running a very unique business and make the most scrumptious candy apples you have ever tasted in your life along with other homemade creative treats.  At peak times, customers stand in line on the sidewalk for up to two hours to buy their product. The Turners do all the cooking and creating in the store-...

A new interview with 97 year old Bill Whatley - who grew up in the Great Depression, served in World War II and has a vantage point that is not from history books but from living and experiencing many changes in our world.  There are stories included that will move you smiles to laughter.

The story of Gunnar Watson's rise as an athlete from a small country town to lead a Division 1 football team to heights never achieved.  My guests are Gunnar Watson and hid dad, Sheriff Jeff Watson.

Clae Mathis is a passionate hunter.  In fact, he is a passionate person and a mentor of young people. He uses his passion to build relationships with others and to mentor kids.  His YouTube channel is called "Out There Out Doors," and is gaining followers.   If you are a deer hunter, you should listen to this episode and follow his channel. You will even hear a few audio clips...

Learn how to go from victim to visionary.  My guest, Chad Foster, is a very successful business executive, a high impact international speaker and the author of "Blind Ambition."  Chad became blind while a student at the University of Tennessee and his world became dark - in more ways than one.  His story is amazing and inspiring.  He defines what it really means to be happy. &...

The beauty of small town America and the tragedy of its decline. You will be inspired by true stories of the past from the little town of Reynolds Ga - where everybody knows your name.

Six rabid college football fans are my guests.  Three from UGA and three from OSU.   They are not experts and don't pretend to be but they are lovers of their teams and know their football. Game analysis like you have never heard for the College Football Playoff - from both sides.

Dr. Joseph Richardson came from the projects of Chicago to an appointment to the United States Air Force Academy, where he was the fourth African American in the history of the US Air Force to become the number one ranked cadet at the US Air Force Academy.  He has 3,500 hundred flight hours under his belt including combat tours over Kosovo, Afghanistan and Iraq and had attained the rank of Lt...

The story of Edward Aldrich Goddard (1842-1925) and his determination to never give up even though he seemed to have good reason to do so.  If you are thinking of giving up on your dreams or you know someone who is - maybe you just need to look from a different perspective.  Inspirational and motivational content and life lessons included.

A Thanksgiving conversation with award winning columnist and author, Ed Grisamore.  I cannot think of a better thing to do on a Thanksgiving day than to spend a few minutes  listening to Ed Grisamore - who has brought Thanksgiving magic to thousands over the years with his writing. Although now completely retired from The Macon Telegraph, you will learn how to connect with him and read him as he c...

On February 9, 1964, the Beatles first appeared on the Ed Sullivan Show.  When they did, our music changed forever. In an effort to be like them, garage bands began popping up all over America. The Malibus, from Ft Valley, Ga, was one of those bands. The Malibus made an indelible mark of their own on the hearts of many - not only in central Georgia but in other southeastern states.  Thes...

On Dec 3, 1923 Howard Underwood from Reynolds Ga was murdered by two teenagers,  Willie Jones and Gervis Bloodworth.  They were convicted and sentenced to death by hanging.  The. two were executed a little over two years after the murder after becoming like folk heroes throughout the United States. This is a story of evil, devastating loss, legal maneuvering, hard feelings betw...

A recording from years ago before a live audience.  Get ready to laugh.  To think.  And maybe even shed a tear or two.  Listen to this country undertaker 'cause I'm telling you the truth. There are more stories here than you can "shake a stick at!"

In August 2020, Bruce was interviewed by Stu Epperson, President of the Truth Broadcasting Corporation for his national radio show and podcast.  He was invited back for a second show.  This is the second show, played in its entirety.

Bill Whatley is 96 years old in this conversation recorded in May 2021.  He is the second of five successful sons of the late  Dr. Clifford and Mary Monk Whatley and he is the last one standing.  A retired Atlanta architect, Bill talks about his family and his love for the small town of Reynolds GA where his roots run deep.  There is something very special to hear from a man wh...

My guest is Bruce Stephens from Englewood FL.  He and his wife, Marilyn, rode out Hurricane Ian in their home - experiencing the horrifying hurricane winds for eight hour and the raw emotion of what followed. You will hear that raw emotion in a man who has much experience in riding out Hurricanes - but no experience with a storm of this magnitude.  You will also hear about human beings coming toge...

The bright JESUS CARES sign that hung high on the tall Macon Rescue Mission building for so many years in downtown Macon GA always got my attention.  To me it was more than a sign. It was a pronoucement of a truth that I had been taught all my life. If nobody else cares, Jesus does. He always has and he always will.  And Macon Georgia seemed to be proud of it.  For many years, the Macon Rescue Mis...

In a world where it seems many are divided and are pulling against each other, my guest today, along with his partners, are doing something tangible to make us better. The Trap Golf brand, which is growing exponentially, is the brainchild of my guest, Aaron Munn. An avid golfer, Aaron is also an extremely gifted artist. Additonally he attended the inner city schools of New York City as a child, ex...

IT’S YOUR CALL is the story of iconic Nashville songwriter Bruce Burch, as told by his older brother, David - with Bruce’s his ex-wife and best friend, Cindy Mulherin and their son Matthew Burch. You may not recognize the name Bruce Burch but you will recognize the songs he wrote.   His songs were cut by such artists as George Jones, Aaron Tippin, Faith Hill, Billy Jo Royal, The Oak Ridge Boys, Ba...

My guest is Jeff Annis from Augusta Ga.  Retired now, he built a successful small business using age old, tried and true principles.  If you are running a business or a leader of people, you should take the time to listen to his story and the principles he will share.   You will also learn, above everything else, Jeff has "MOJO" which is his secret ingredient that took him plac...

Long time friend and Braves baseball fan, Donnie Mills, is my guest.  Great stories and a few baseball highlights from two long-time friends. You will be reminded that baseball is much more than a game.  It is one of the greatest unifiers in the world today. 

Bruce interviewed by Stu Epperson on Truth Network/Podcast  - includes real stories and a talk about faith.

My guest, Robbie Pape, began her stellar career as a woman in a man’s world in corporate America. She would pave the way for other women who followed her. She is a frequent guest speaker at conventions, seminars and meetings around the country as she teaches, inspires and motivates others as to what is possible if you just say yes. She has also raised an extremely talented daughter to be prepared...