It's easy to forget about just all the hard work that goes into getting the facts on local news to your hands or devices. Today Kevin Adelsberger sits down with Tyler Whetstone, local government reporter for The Jackson Sun, and learns a little about his background and the process behind writing these essential stories for our city.
Read MoreToday on our podcast Kevin Adelsberger welcomes Rico Bryson of the Jackson Fire Department who shares about how we can create safer homes in Jackson and tells us a little about the soon-to-come Life Safety House.
Read MoreWhen you attend banquets, variety shows, and pageants, it's easy to forget the many hours and hard work going into making the music, lighting, and video elements seamless. Julian Williamson of Bluesland Films is a technological mastermind who has worked both within the Jackson community and with major companies like K-LOVE Radio, ESPN, and IBM. Kevin Adelsberger interviews this creative local and learns about his practice, family, and life here in Jackson.
Read MoreKevin Adelsberger has had the opportunity to sit down with the leaders of four Jackson colleges, and now he welcomes the fifth: Dr. Samuel W. "Dub" Oliver of Union University. This Jackson transplant shares his journey with education that brought him through Texas A&M, East Texas Baptist University, and Baylor University before ever coming to Union. Find out how the sixteenth president of Union has found a home in Jackson and what his vision for the future of his school entails.
Read MoreThe Tennessee College of Applied Technology fills a unique roll in our community helping to train people to skill labor positions. At its head is Dr. Jeff Sisk who sat down with Kevin Adelsberger for a interview on our podcast.
Read MoreWhen Russ Pflasterer and Matthew Marshall met as teacher and student in Russ's freshman art class at Jackson-Central Merry High School, they had no idea that they would be leading a church together within ten years. Kevin Adelsberger and Katie Howerton sit down with these two pastors of City Fellowship Baptist Church to discuss their story of finding a common passion to see racial reconciliation made manifest through the Church in Jackson, Tennessee.
Read MoreBruce Blanding is the President of Jackson State Community College, but he started his education career teaching in prison. Learn more about Bruce Blanding and Jackson State Community College in this two-part podcast with Kevin Adelsberger.
Read MoreBruce Blanding is the President of Jackson State Community College, but he started his education career teaching in prison. Learn more about Bruce Blanding and Jackson State Community College in this two-part podcast with Kevin Adelsberger.
Read MoreRusty Robinson started one of the more unique museums in our area but turning his love of cars into Rusty’s TV & Movie Car Museum. Kevin Adelsberger had the opportunity to interview him for the podcast.
Read MoreKevin Adelsberger had the pleasure of sitting down the Bart Swift, former businessman turned Court Clerk. They spoke about his career with the Catfish Cabin, his work in the court system, and his father-in-law, Carl Perkins.
Read MoreDr. Niles Reddick, Vice Provost for the University of Memphis at Lambuth, paid a visit to theCO for the Our Jackson Home podcast. Kevin Adelsberger and Niles talk about his writing and the school that brought him to Jackson.
Read MoreKevin Adelsberger had the opportunity to sit down with Jackson native and Area Relief Ministries Executive Director, Lisa Peoples. In this podcast they talk about the work of ARM, Lisa’s family, and how to help ARM support our community.
Read MoreKevin Adelsberger got to sit down with Madison County CASA Executive Director Shannon Stewart for this podcast. They had a fun interview and talked about the good work that CASA is doing in our community.
Read MoreIn this episode, we continue our interview with rock and roll music legend, W.S. Holland. We'll reminisce about Johnny Cash, the famous San Quentin concert, and how W.S. Holland is still going strong and making music today with The W.S. Holland Band. Hosted by Jim Wilhelm and Kevin Adelsberger.
Read MoreIn this episode, we meet rock and roll music legend, W.S. Holland. We discuss how he earned the nickname “Fluke” his early days in rock and roll. Learn how a man with a set of borrowed drums joined Carl Perkins at Sun Records to make music history. Hosted by Jim Wilhelm and Kevin Adelsberger.
Read MoreWe sure hope that you've been attending the JMCSS Vision 2020 discussions, but if you haven't (or if you just want an abbreviated recap) check out this quick conversation with Dr. Verna Ruffin, Superintendent of Jackson-Madison County Schools, and two representatives from Kimley Horn. Hosted by Kevin Adelsberger.
Read MoreIn this episode, we welcome President/CEO of the Jackson Chamber, Kyle Spurgeon, to our front porch. Mr. Spurgeon is not only a driving force behind what helps make Jackson great; he is also an innovator who has some amazing ideas that can help Jackson continue to be an amazing place to live, work, and make a difference. Join us as we discuss life, commerce, the future of Jackson, and share a few laughs along the way. Hosted by Jim Wilhelm and Kevin Adelsberger.
Read MoreIn this episode, we welcome Dr. Logan Hampton, President of Lane College. We’ll discuss how faith, family, mentors, and the special people in one’s life can help show you the direction God has planned for you. We’ll also hear about Lane College: its history, growth, continuing work of excellence in education, and how we as Jacksonians can give our support. Hosted by Jim Wilhelm and Kevin Adelsberger.
Read MoreIn this episode, we welcome Scott Conger from the United Way to our front porch. Mr. Conger is a Jacksonian who has made a career out of giving back to Jackson with community outreach and civic enrichment that are helping to make the town we all love an even more wonderful place to call home. Hosted by Jim Wilhelm and Kevin Adelsberger.
Read MoreIn this episode, we welcome Ontoni Reedy to our front porch. Mr. Reedy is a teacher, musician, and actor and performed most recently in the Jackson Theater Guild’s production of “South Pacific.” We’ll talk about his experiences as a teacher with The Montessori School at Bemis, and his work with the community and the arts. Plus, Ontoni will perform his original song, “Jackson TN"!
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