101.1 The Pulse

Sandra and Coleen remember great radio legend Martha Zoller who passed away suddenly just days before she was to retire from her daily radio show in Gainesville. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sandra interviews Craig Spirko, director of Beatle Girls at Tater Patch Players in Jasper, a great play based on the real-life Beatles fan club. The show opens July 4th weekend. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sandra interviews Bryan Bogue, director of the Victory Christian Center in Ellijay on the upcoming Apple Capital Paddle Battle pickleball tournament in a few weeks.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sandra interviews Rep. Rick Jasperse (R-Jasper) on wrapping up the Legislative Special Session and when lawmakers could be called back to the Gold Dome to redraw Georgia's redistricting maps. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Listen as Darien talks about how to handle the day after election if your candidate doesn't win.  A lesson for about half of us.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Darien talks about the freedom to vote and why it's important on this election day.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Darien looks at what the World Cup can teach us and how this important event can be an example on how we should live.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Crabb stopped by the Porch and talked with Darien and Holland while they were out at Karen Peck's Homecoming event.  Listen to the good time they had! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join Darien as he educates Asa on the importance of nicknames growing up. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Darien looks back at the shows we grew up with and the lessons that they taught us.  Listen as you remember these morals we got from sitcom TV. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Darien and Asa talk about what actually makes a church special and the answer is pretty clear.  It's the people that make a church what it is. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Darien takes on a personal Soapbox when he thinks about his friend who recently passed and what that means. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join us as Darien and Asa discuss overalls and what they mean to them.  Find out what Darien thinks about the pants that go all the way to the shoulders. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In a thrilling final pitch, the Pickens High Dragons become 2026 GHSA Class 3A State Baseball Champions! Dave Garner's electrifying call captures the decisive strikeout by Robert Turner, sealing an unforgettable victory for the team and their fans. A perfect moment of high school sports glory. Visit  The Pulse today to buy your championship shirt! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy infor...

What if radio was invented tomorrow — would you line up to buy one? On this Small Town Soapbox, Darien delivers a powerful reminder of radio’s incredible value as a free source of music, news, sports, weather, community connection, and hometown voices in an age of expensive subscriptions. Follow us on  Facebook  and  Instagram  or download our app to stay connected!...

Ted Turner’s passing leaves North Georgia reflecting on a larger-than-life legacy. In this somber Small Town Soapbox, Darien honors the bold visionary who turned Atlanta into a world-class city through CNN, the Braves, the Superstation, and sheer determination—reminding us that one person with big dreams can change everything. A heartfelt tribute blending gratitude, local pride, and qu...

On Cinco de Mayo, Darien delivers a heartfelt Small Town Soapbox comparing tacos versus taters, celebrating how Southern country cooking and Mexican flavors bring people together. From fried chicken and gravy to salsa and tortillas, this warm reflection shows that while the plates may differ, the values of family, community, and sharing a meal remain the same. Follow us on  Facebook  and...

Not everything is fixable — even for small-town folks who can fix anything with duct tape and prayer. In this powerful Small Town Soapbox, Darien shares a hard truth: while we’re wired to fix things, sometimes the wisest move is knowing when to walk away. Relationships, habits, and situations that keep breaking might be breaking you too. Strength isn’t always in holding on &mdash...

When the Inspirations stepped onto the Grand Ole Opry stage beside the Oak Ridge Boys, it wasn't just a performance — it was proof that gospel and country were never really that different. Darien draws a powerful parallel between that unforgettable night and the bold vision behind 101.1 The Pulse. Sometimes God doesn't call you to stay in a lane — He calls you to build a road. A remind...

What if the real problem with today’s world isn’t politics or technology—but our mouths? Darien delivers a no-filter reflection on why “clean mouths” once meant character, respect, and discipline. From grandma’s soap bar to modern-day anything-goes language, he explores how words reveal the heart—and what we lose when standards slip. Part confession,...

Have we forgotten to say “thank you”? In this heartfelt Small Town Soapbox, Darien challenges listeners to rediscover simple gratitude in a busy, distracted world. From Chick-fil-A’s genuine “my pleasure” culture to lost small-town manners like holding doors and tipping hats, he reminds us that a sincere thank you builds people up and strengthens communities. It&rsquo...

What if the greatest champions you ever knew never won a trophy or made headlines? On this Small Town Soapbox, Darein reminds us that true championship isn’t about titles or spotlight—it’s about grit, finishing strong, and refusing to quit. From dusty ball fields to everyday life, he challenges listeners of all ages to rediscover the champion within and keep giving their best, no...

Ever wondered how a three-year-old drinking homemade moonshine earned a lifelong nickname? Meet Shane “Booger” Williams, the preacher known across North Georgia as Booger Williams. In this heartfelt conversation, he shares his wild childhood story, dramatic salvation at age 30, and the moment God called him to preach—despite running from it for two and a half years. A powerful re...

In a small town, you don’t just bump into people—you run straight into your painful history. Darien delivers raw truth about forgiveness in tight-knit communities and families. Learn why you must forgive without granting unlimited access, how bitterness destroys from within, and when wisdom demands walking away from repeating hurt. Rooted in faith and real-life experience, this powerfu...

Ever notice how society keeps flipping what’s “normal” — from long hair and tattoos to bright pink and green hair? Darien challenges us to look past appearances and judge people by their character instead. In this Small Town Soapbox, he asks whether we’re still the kind of folks who see the heart beneath the hair color. Follow us on  Facebook  and  Inst...