Wayne Bennett's Podcast

Cody Richmond is a former All-American Wrestler at Liberty University.  He now owns a successful lawn care business and trains MMA fighters on the side in Lynchburg, VA.  Great story!

     The second annual Fallen Heroes Wrestling Tourney provided us with some great interviews.  Listen as we talk to Williamstown's Tyler and Dalton George, Richwood's Cody Boone, Liberty's Cole Blankenship, Beckley's Logan Brown and Nitro's Charles and Beverly Easter.  Fantastic Wrestling People!

Beni Holley is a vibrant and full of life artist.  She has spent her career in dog grooming but has delved in the music business in addition to painting and sketching.  Listen as she shares her story!

Jeff has spent 28 years in the military training and preparing for any adversary he might face.  Now he shares those tools with young athletes and soon to be adults to help them succeed and contribute to society. Fine Coach and fine Person!

David "Boog" Reed made a stop today to discuss growing up in Piney View, playing football at Woodrow Wison and becoming a major part of athletics at Marshall, Pitt, Miami and Kansas Universities.  This is a can't miss interview!

James "J.D." Wilson is a talented artist and writer still waiting to be discovered.  His books can convey tales of horror or stories that just make you feel good. His road to becoming an author is both inspiring and encouraging!  A must listen!

Local businessman, Ardie Jenkins, considers himself to be blessed.  Hard work, trial and error, and lots of luck have helped him along the way.  He enjoys life spending time with the family, playing golf, and giving back to the community.  Fantastic interview!

Joel Harris took over the wrestling team at WVU Tech last season.  Since then, the team has doubled in size and added some needed talent.  Check out his story! 

Beckley Woodrow Wilson's new band director, Marshall Rickman, discusses his job and the direction he's aiming toward.  Talented, competitive and humble, "He's the Real Deal."  Check out his interview!

Richard Bailey is the coach of Beckley's Alternative Baseball Team, WV Mianeers.  Designed for players 15 and over with disabilities, the program offers much more than friendly competition.  Great Story!

Singer/songwriter Billy Payne has been performing and recording country music for over thirty years.  His "Outlaw" persona has sold albums and garnished numerous music awards!  Check him out!

David Sibray is a publisher, writer, actor and real estate agent.  He is also a devout visionary.  Listen as he talks about his formative years, controversies and future plans.  You'll love it!

Daniel "Red" Brock has been a coal miner, farmer and business owner.  Listen as this 88-year-old talks about his rugged upbringings, struggle to prosper, and being a member of the Silent Generation.

Bob Clay has been good at a variety of venues-sports, community service and the newspaper business.  During that era, he always excelled in the pastime of fishing, especially fly fishing.  Listen as he shares his wisdom!

Danny Kuhn is a noted author whose writings would be best described as "all inclusive."  His greatest strength is his passion for history and the beautiful people of Appalachia.  Listen as Wayne and Danny (Shady Spring Native) pull off an exciting interview!

One of Beckley's finest athletes, Steve Lickliter, drops by to talk with Wayne.  Listen as they chitchat about playing sports in the 60's and Steve's competing on a professional level.  Guaranteed dialogue you've never heard!

Legendary baseball coach, Joe Goddard, talks about growing up in Slab Fork, playing professional baseball and coaching multiple sports.   This is a must listen!

Tim has been a city cop, college coach, politician, philanthropist, and has owned numerous businesses in his lifetime.  Listen as he shares experiences, I am sure you weren't aware of.  Awesome

David Stanley is a former businessman and political activist.  He values his friends and family to the highest degree.  Listen as he discusses his formative years and untraditional path of life.  Very interesting!

Bobby Holley was introduced to music at a very young age.  His dad, Eugene, played the guitar and his brother, Peanut, sang and played the piano.  You'll have a "Hallmark" moment listening to his interview.  Good one!

Celebration Time, Come On!  Join our podcast to congratulate a few individuals who "just need congratulated".  Listen Up!  You'll feel better!  We did!!

John Maynard is one impressive individual.  Listen as he talks about his dad, Sarge, and his mom, Jan, Jimmie's Place, Chuck Norris, and winning World Titles in Martial Arts.  Incredible!

 The Beckley Track Hall of Fame was created in 2011.  Listen as one of its co-founders, Steve Kidd, talks with Wayne about the selection process and several of the honorees.  Very inspiring!

Talented musician, producer and Beckley native returns home to speak with us about his career in music and the local people who influenced him most.  Awesome interview!

Randy Hunt shares information about the Fellowship of Christian Athletes and all the positive happenings taking place.  He also talks about his good friend Ryan Haga, the Coalfield Conference and WVU Tech.  Don't miss this interview!