Episode 15: All About Relationships with Charlotte Jones
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Listen to the Music that Inspired the Episode. Check Out Our Companion Playlist here: In this heartfelt conversation, Rick and Charlotte Jones reflect on their 40-year marriage, sharing stories of how they met, the evolution of their relationship, and the importance of faith and shared values in navigating life's challenges together. They discuss the joys of family, the significance of intentionality in relationships, and the lessons learned over the years, culminating in a celebration of their enduring love.
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Episode 14: The Estrogen Explosion with Carol Stiff
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Listen to the Music that Inspired the Episode. Check Out Our Companion Playlist here: In this engaging conversation, Carol Stiff reflects on her journey from a childhood immersed in sports to becoming a pioneering figure in women's sports broadcasting at ESPN. She discusses the transformative impact of Title IX on women's athletics, the challenges faced in promoting women's sports, and the emergence of new stars like Caitlin Clark. The dialogue also explores the evolution of sports media, the future of women's sports, and the importance of representation and opportunity for female athletes.
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Episode 13: All About Fathers with Ernie Kent
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Listen to the Music that Inspired the Episode. Check Out Our Companion Playlist here: On today's episode of 'Sh-Boom' Rick sits down with his pal Ernie Kent,. who shares his experiences as a father, grandfather, and coach, reflecting on the lessons learned from his own father and the importance of being present in his children's lives. He discusses the challenges of balancing a demanding career with family responsibilities, the significance of mentoring young men, and the impact of his initiatives to raise awareness about prostate cancer in the African-American community. Kent emphasizes...
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Episode 12: Money Money Money with Langley Respess
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Listen to the Music that Inspired the Episode. Check Out Our Companion Playlist here: In this engaging conversation, Rick sits down with Langley Respess who shares insights from his upbringing on a farm in North Carolina to his career as a financial advisor. He emphasizes the importance of financial planning, building trust with clients, and the significance of saving and investing wisely. Langley also discusses the challenges of market volatility and offers advice for the next generation on financial literacy and estate planning. Additionally, he touches on his passion for music and how it...
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Episode 11: All About Giving Back with Bob Hope
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Listen to the Songs that inspired the Episode: Check out our Companion Playlist Here: Today's episode is all about giving back! Rick sits down with his pal Bob Hope who shares his extensive career journey from his early days with the Atlanta Braves to his pivotal role in public relations and philanthropy. He discusses the challenges of promoting sports teams, the transition to corporate roles, and the founding of his own agency, Hope Beckham. Bob also highlights his groundbreaking work in women's baseball and his philanthropic efforts in Honduras, emphasizing the...
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Episode 10: Remembering Our Heroes with Bob Heussner
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Listen to the Songs that Inspired the Episode Check Out Our Companion Playlist: As we head into the Memorial Day weekend this show is all about honoring those who so courageously served our Nation. In this episode, Bob Heussner discusses the vital work of the American Battlefield Trust, which focuses on preserving historical battlefields, educating the public about American history, and inspiring future generations. He emphasizes the importance of storytelling in understanding history and the challenges faced in land preservation. The partnership with the Congressional Medal of Honor Society...
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Episode 9: All Things Spring with Lisa Murray
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Listen to the Songs that inspired the Episode: Check out our Companion Playlist Here: For Baby Boomers, Spring Break was a BIG DEAL. On today's episode Rick looks back at some of his favorite Spring Break locations and then sits down with the incredible Lisa Murray. Lisa recently retired from the sports and entertainment industry after nearly three decades, and is a mastermind of developing and implementing ingenious activation programs for high profile clients and brands at prominent events, like the FIFA World Cup and Olympic Games, Murray is an industry heavyweight who has won...
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Episode 8: The Mother's Day Special with Mike Reisman
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Listen to the Songs that inspired the Episode: Check out our Companion Playlist Here: In this heartfelt Mother's Day special, Rick sits down with his good pal Mike Reisman, who shares the profound influence of his mother and the strong women in his family. He reflects on the values of kindness, strength, and the importance of quality relationships, drawing from personal anecdotes and family history. The conversation highlights the legacy of strong women and their impact on shaping character and culture, culminating in a tribute to mothers everywhere.
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Episode 7: A Love Letter to New Orleans with Mike Millay
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Listen to the Songs that inspired the Episode: Check out our Companion Playlist Here: On today's episode of 'Sh-Boom' Rick tells you everything you need to know about his favorite city: New Orleans. Rick starts with the complex, dark and fascinating history of this melting pot and then gets into the creation of everything from Gumbo to JAZZ. If you've never been to Jazz Fest, you're going to want to put it on your bucket list. Later, Rick sits down with his pal and legendary Sports Marketing Consultant Mike Millay for a great lookback at his incredible career. ...
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Episode 6: 'The Games in Black and White' with George Hirthler
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Listen to the Songs that inspired the Episode: Check out our Companion Playlist Here: On today's episode Rick takes a look at the complicated story of race relations in America during the Baby Boomer era. He looks back on his experience of being a high school student during the Civil Rights Movement and how sports played a big role in diffusing tension throughout that pivotal time in American history. Plus, he sits down with his pal George Hirthler an Atlanta-based writer/producer, Olympic campaign strategist, author, amateur sports historian and CEO of Hirthler & Partners. George...
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Today's episode of 'Sh-Boom' is all about COWBOYS. Rick looks back at his childhood obsession with cowboys and cowboy culture, shares the 10 attributes of a Cowboy and then sits down with a true cowboy: Gordon Whitener. Gordon is a Tennessee graduate who worked as football graduate assistant at Oklahoma State. He went on to make a fortune in the carpet industry before becoming the President of Host Communications and Action Sports Media. And as if that wasn't enough his company produced Burt Reynolds’ last movie The Last Movie Star. We hope you enjoy this great interview with a real legend. Stay tuned for everyone's favorite segments 'The Boom' 'On the Road with Rick' and of course "The Last Word". Happy Trails!!