The Mo Show Podcast

It's often said that if you don't like our Alabama weather, just wait a few hours and we'll have it changed. Our winter weather is notoriously unpredictable. One day, you're inside hiding from the rain and the next day is filled with sunshine.   In this episode, I'm speaking with Danielle Dozier, Chief Meteorologist at the WHNT News 19 station. After covering the weather in four states across the...

If you've ever had a vision screening, you're probably already familiar with the question, "Which is better: one or two?"    But that's just the beginning of an eye exam, according to today's guest. What many of us don't realize is that a lot of health issues in the body can be detected in the eyes, from diabetes to cataracts and cardiovascular disease.     In fact, one in every four children have...

For sports fans, it's the most wonderful time of the year — and it's not just because of the holidays. That's why I'm pumped to have today's guest join me on the show today. You might already know Rocco DiSangro as the Sports Director for WHNT News 19.     In this episode, we're talking all things sports. Rocco shares how he translated his passion for athletics into a successful broadcasting caree...

Over the years, it's becoming increasingly common to see police officers patrolling the school grounds. While their primary duty is to help keep students and staff safe, you might be surprised to learn the role of a School Resource Officer (SROs) goes beyond law enforcement. In the latest episode, I'm speaking with Lt. Ken Blandenburg from the Monroe County Sheriff's office. As a father of three,...

The first thing people usually think of when it comes to animal welfare organizations is adoption and foster care for pets. But you might be surprised to learn their mission goes beyond simply finding homes for pets.   In today's episode, we're speaking with the team from the Greater Huntsville Humane Society. Anne Caldwell and Spencer Batcheller are focused on putting an end to homelessness for p...

In this episode, I'm joined by a real-life superhero who comes to the aid of those in need. Yuri Williams is the founder of A Future Superhero And Friends: a fast-growing nonprofit that has been making a splash in the media. He's traveled to all 50 states on his mission, and I'm honored to have Yuri on the show today to discuss his journey of giving back to underserved kids, homeless, veterans, an...

Peak performance coach Kevin Fernandez joins us on the Mo Show Live today. In this episode, Kevin will be sharing the top 3 things you can to do today to grow your professional services business or practice.

Can one person really make a huge difference? Absolutely. Today's guest is the perfect example of how one person creates a huge impact by inspiring our next generation to get involved. Rodney Smith Jr. is the founder and president of Raising Men Lawn Care Service, a nonprofit organization and labor of love. Rodney drives across the country to mow lawns for those who need help, like the elderly, si...

In our world today, students are up against struggles that are both challenging and complex. Between exam pressures, growing social media platforms, and the demands on young people, there are a number of unique issues affecting students. That's why the Enrichment Center was founded on the belief that the mental health of our youth is one of the most important issues we face today. The Enrichment C...

In this episode, husband and wife team Judge Lloria James and attorney Chuck James will join the podcast to discuss their legal careers, philanthropy, and balancing parenthood with their demanding work. We get a behind-the-scenes look at how the duo met—and how their upbringings instilled a personal mission of social responsibility.

In this episode, Morris is speaking with the UAH Basketball seniors. We're featuring upcoming graduates Seth Swalve, Sam Orf, Jack Kline, JJ Kaplan, Kerney Lane, and Riley Webster. Morris and the team chat about their experience playing for The University of Alabama in Huntsville over the years and what's coming next after graduation.

What makes a community great is its people. On today's episode, we're talking about the awesome people who step up to help the Huntsville community, like Melissa Thompson. As the CEO president of the Communication Foundation of Greater Huntsville, she joins us to share more about their mission to mobilize generosity, improve people's quality of life, and how they've helped raise over $50 million i...

In today's episode, we're speaking with former Auburn and NFL standout, Jerraud Powers. A native of Alabama, Jerraud has been focused on fatherhood and giving back to his community after retiring from the NFL.  With a group of close friends, Jerraud launched Team Freeze Foundation, a nonprofit that lends financial support to families in need of immediate help.  He also created Pro Prep Performance...

As a lawyer who does civil litigation, one of the topics that I'm often asked about is the difference between the civil justice system and the criminal justice system. That's why I'm excited to speak with District Attorneys, Scott Slatton and Andy Hamlin, to talk about the role of their office in our state. In this episode, we'll cover how criminal cases are prosecuted, funding, and the impact of...

Sports fans, you don't want to miss this Mo Show Live . Every year, basketball teams across the nation join in the fight against childhood cancer. In this episode, we're joined by two Tennessee men's high school coaches who are uniting for Coaches vs. Cancer, Suits and Sneakers Week 2021 – Spencer Beaty and Rashid Moore. We're talking all things basketball coaching, their teams, and how they're le...

Do you start your day with the local news? If you're like me, you catch up on the latest in North Alabama every morning while getting ready for the workday — and you're probably already familiar with my next guest. Joining us today is Melissa Riopka, co-host and anchor for WHNT 19 News this Morning. We had the exciting opportunity to get a behind-the-scenes glance at her story as a mom and journal...

How often do you look over the car beside you at an intersection and the driver has a phone in their hands? Or do you hear a news story about a drunk driving incident?   Distracted and impaired driving is something that affects us all on the roads — and it needs our attention.    That's why I'm honored to speak with today's guest, Mike Lutzenkirchen. As part of the Lutzie 43 Foundation, Mike is on...

In this Mo Show Live, we are speaking with Dominique Mallory. We'll discuss his passion for social work, basketball coaching, and his non-profit B3ating Th3 Oddz Mentoring, a youth mentoring program for teen males.   Dominique's purpose is to become a positive light in the lives of teens facing challenges today. His non-profit was founded on the mission to prepare young men to live a life of persi...

Today we're joined by award-winning music artist and community influencer, Jordan #ChillCity Moore. Not only does Jordan work with local entrepreneurs and nonprofits to help them brand their businesses, but he's passionate about being involved in community outreach.    In this episode, the young influencer from Huntsville shares how he's making a difference in the community.

If you've been watching the news lately, you've probably been hearing a lot about the latest court appointment to the US Supreme Court. But what the media isn't covering is the role of the Supreme Court in our government.    In this episode, we'll be speaking with attorneys Alycia Kinchloe and Ryan Locke. I invited my good friends on the show to talk about what types of cases the court hears — and...

David Faulk is a young man who is already leaving his mark on our community. As a teenage entrepreneur, David and his brother Lamir Whitlow are bonding in business. The siblings founded The Bro Shop 256 in Madison, Alabama earlier this year.    I'm super excited to have David on the podcast today. In this episode, we'll get to know David and Lamir's story better. We'll talk about what they've lear...

If you tune into the Mo Show regularly, you already know how proud I am to live here in North Alabama. Not only is our community thriving, but we've also been blessed to have a booming economy.   Tons of great companies are looking to build jobs and facilities here in Huntsville.    And one of the biggest partnerships in recent years has been the joint venture between Mazda and Toyota. The two aut...

Sports play a huge role in our culture. If you know me, you've already learned that I'm a big believer in playing sports during your school years — or if you're not a sport person, participating in extracurricular activities.    Why? Because of the life lessons it teaches us. And even if you're not a big sports fan, you'll want to tune into this episode.   In this episode of Mo Show Live, we're sp...

Did you know 85% of the country is served by volunteer fire departments?   Volunteer firefighters are a group of first responders that sometimes get lost in the mix. In this episode of Mo Show Live, we'll learn more about these brave men and women serving the community.    That's why I'm excited to talk to our guest today, Captain Blake Mathis. He's a local leader with the Monrovia Fire-Rescue. Bl...

Today's topic is a tough one for many people but it's not one we talk about often enough. In this episode of Mo Show Live, we're diving into mental health awareness. Our guest is basketball player and mental health advocate, Trey Moses. After playing for the Ball State University basketball team for four years, Trey recently graduated with a degree in child development. He was an all-time leader i...