On My Mind

I hope you will tune in this week to hear about the latest in important healthcare issues facing our citizens. This is one of the most complex things everyone faces sooner or later. It is important to know as much as possible about the changing landscape of our healthcare system. Comments to: [email protected] or 423-368-3146.

Join me as I interview Cynthia McCowan, a local creative artist and activist. She has many stories to tell about her life, family and community service. Comments to: [email protected] or 423-368-3146.

Scott Bridwell joins me this week to share his interesting careers. A former podcaster, he has done just about everything, and is now handing out advice as a bartender, which is a job I want to do someday. Comments to: [email protected] or 423-368-3146.

My guest this week, Rachel Hatchett, shares her career and many insights into how to make our daily lives less stressful. Good advice for difficult times. Comments to: [email protected] or 423-368-3146.

Please tune in to hear Stacey Lyon talk about his career in various parts of the world. Plus, he and his wife, Heidi, share one of the most fascinating hobbies I have ever heard about---rockhounding. This unique adventure has taken them around the globe. You won't want to miss it. Comments to:[email protected] or 423-368-3146.

Join me as I review professional sports players' salaries. It amazes me how these folks can command the money they do. But, as a friend of mine reminds me, if we are willing to pay to see them play, no matter what the sport, we are the problem more than they are. Comments to: [email protected] or 423-368-3146.

Please join our show this week as I host Ginger Robinson, the Executive Director of the McMinn County (TN) Education Foundation. She has so much to share about her passion for providing the young people, and really, all folks, in our area the opportunity to read tons of books. You will want to help her and the organization meet their goals and fulfill their mission after you hear some very interesting stories. Contact me at 423-368-3146 or [email protected] with any comments.

My guest this week, Charles Mayfield, will be discussing some avenues to better health through a unique dietary plan, the Carnivore Diet. He has observed first hand many positive benefits from this plan in his own life and in the lives of many of his friends. Any questions or comments can be addressed to me at 423-368-3146 or [email protected].

I hope you will join me as I discuss causes and treatments of various types of headaches. Millions of us suffer from some form of headache in our lifetimes and, the majority of the time, no significant problem exists. However, if you have a persistent problem, you must seek medical help to decide what course of action is needed. Send questions/comments to: [email protected].

I know you will want to join me as I interview my granddaughter, Bess Trew, a professional ballet dancer. She directs her own company, Enoch Contemporary Ballet, in Athens, Tennessee, and will discuss what it takes to become a success in the competitive world of dance.

I hope you will join me this week as I welcome Mandy Woody, a teacher with a quarter of a century experience as she discusses what led her to change careers. She became a registered nurse and is absolutely fulfilled every day with her new life. Comments to: 423-368-3146 or [email protected].

My guest this week is Evonne Hoback Hayes, former McMinn County, TN, Clerk. She will discuss the functions of the office and her many years of service to the citizens of the area. I know you will find it quite interesting. Comments can be directed to 423-368-3146 or [email protected].

I hope you will join me for this very important look at crimes and punishments in our region as District Attorney Stephen Hatchett and I visit on this episode. For any comments please contact me at 423-368-3146 or [email protected].

Join me this week as I talk with Randy Dowling, City Manager of Athens, TN, as he enlightens us on just how complex city government can be. Coordinating City Council, full-time and part-time staff, and the citizens of a community takes many skills, and a lot of dedication.

My. guest this week is Heidi King, Director of Table Graces, an Athens, Tennessee, food pantry. She is a dynamic, passionate person who leads a dedicated team of volunteers helping provide a significant service for the food insecure in our area. Comments; [email protected] or 423-368-3146.

Bobby Roseberry joins me this week to discuss his career and what Athens has to offer its citizens. He also shares interesting stories about a passion of his, old military planes and his involvement on a crew. Comments: [email protected] or 423-368-3146.

My good friend, Sam Stephens, sits down to discuss his long career in the family business. He has some great stories about moving folks to town and out of town that will impress you as to how hard the business can be at times. Comments to: shelgrif @gmail.com or 423-368-3146.

I hope you folks will join me as I welcome a local artist to the show. Barbara Ensley has a very interesting life and career and she will share some insightful comments about how to be creative and true to yourself. She will describe her latest art show and I know you will want to see her works. Comments to: [email protected] or 423-368-3146.

Join me this week as I discuss an interesting career path with Jeff Cunningham. He has a unique perspective about the legal profession and the banking community, as he has served in both over many decades. Comments to: shelgrif@ gmail.com or 423-368-3146.

I know you will want to join me for a lively discussion with Larry Rhodes, a six decades friend for an interesting discussion of his career and various community service projects he has been involved in. Comments to: 423-368-3146 or [email protected]

Pam Thigpen, a living musical legend, is my guest this week as we discuss her career in professional music and education. She has given our community decades of great performances as a keyboardist, singer, and choral director, and we are forever grateful for the memories.Comments: 423-368-3146 or [email protected]

It seems so many celebrities change their real names, or maybe the studios/publicists do it for them. Join me as I look at some of our most famous people and what name they were born with and what we know them as today. Comments: 423-368-3146 or [email protected]

Join me as I interview Natalie Leonesio, a freshman at Sarah Lawrence College, as she begins her life's journey to a career in theater. Her enthusiasm and passion for the arts is impressive and I have had the good fortune to watch her grow at our local arts center, and can't wait to see her on the biggest stages possible.For comments or questions: 423-368-3146 or [email protected]

I hope you will join me as we visit with Chad Baker, a firefighter in Fayetteville, Tennessee, as he describes his career. He will also talk about fire safety and what we can do to help prevent tragedies occurring around us.

I hope you will listen to our program as the Athens, Tennessee, Main Street Director, Sandra Kinney, joins me in a healthy discussion of what she feels makes our town a great place to live. She will also talk about future plans for the area that will hopefully create an even better hometown.

Please join me as I welcome a long time friend, Stanley Blair, to the program. He has an interesting career history and is one of the most dedicated community service leaders I have ever known.

You must join me as I welcome Kristin and Nathan Lorenzen, owners of Lorenzen Farms near Dayton, Tennessee. They are anxiously awaiting the blooming of 200,000 tulips on their beautiful property, a you pick them operation. Their story is captivating about the work that goes into a successful endeavor like this, and the passion one must have to be on their life's journey.

Our expert on vaccines joins me for an in depth discussion about how vaccines prevent so many common illnesses. Laurel Wood, who has spent a long career studying the positive effects of vaccines, will provide you with the knowledge to insure a better way to a healthy you.

You will want to listen to David Pierce, a former McMinn County, Tennessee, Schools Supervisor, as he brings his long experience in public schools to our show. His take on the challenges and successes of public education is extremely informative.

I hope you folks will join me as I chat with Brianna Baker, Director of Tourism for Athens/McMinn County, Tennessee. She brings a lot of experience and enthusiasm to her new position, and shares with us the many wonderful things our area has to offer our citizens and visitors.

Join me as I visit with C. Seth Sumner, a government official in Cleveland, Tennessee, as we explore issues that affect local municipalities. He brings excellent insight from his years of experience and service to the citizens in our area.

I hope you will join me tis week for a very informative interview with Lauren Brown, Executive Director of the Athens Area Council for the Arts (AACA). She will discuss programs at the Arts Center, volunteer activities and ways to support the arts community where you live.

I hope you will join me as I have an interesting conversation with one of the last Buffalo Soldiers to serve in the Korean Conflict. William Prigmore is a delightful gentleman with a good bit to relate about his experience in the so-called "Forgotten War." For comments or questions please contact me at: [email protected]

Join me as I interview a long time friend, Charlie Senn, who will share his military career and community service with us. He feels blessed to return to one of his boyhood locations and to give back to his neighbors.

I hope you will join me for a look at some interesting presidential facts as we approach Inauguration Day 2025. The legacy of the office is a rich heritage for each person who serves us as a society just trying to be civil to one another.

I know you will want to join me as I interview a very successful podcaster, Lauren Cunningham. She has a large following on her show, So Can I, and has a great insight into the world of podcasts. You won't want to miss this one. Comments to: [email protected]

I hope you folks will join me as I welcome a long time friend, Susan Buttram, to our show. She has decades of service to our community and will share many stories of board service and church activities. She will also comment on what she feels is needed for the future of our city.

As 2024 comes to a close, please join us for a look at how other countries of the world celebrate New Year's Eve. And, as we know, 2025 arrives at different times through the night, and how folks in other lands choose to enjoy it is quite fascinating.

Folks, you will want to tune in to our show to learn what the newest, oddest and most fun gifts are this holiday season. For youngsters and oldsters alike it is really a treat to see what Santa could have in store for us.

I hope you all will join me as I interview Lisa Long who has successfully renovated a gorgeous 1830s mansion in Athens, Tennessee. She will share the journey of what it takes to be persistent through the good times and difficult times to reach the endpoint of creating a lasting legacy. Comments to: [email protected]

Please join us as we discuss various happenings in McMinn County, Tennessee, with our county mayor, John Gentry. He will tell us about the positive reasons to live here and some of the plans for the future of our area. Contact [email protected] with questions or comments.

Please join me as I talk with Sheriff Joe Guy of McMinn County, Tennessee, about his law enforcement career. We will also cover his very interesting time as our county historian with stories of our ancestors and major events happening over the last decades.

Please join me this turkey day to learn about some international ways to enjoy this blessed holiday. It is not just about the meal, but also about the pleasure of spending quality time with our dear friends and loved ones.

I know you will want to listen to this week's episode as our local Veterans Services Officer, Susan Peglow, shares her insights on veterans and their special place in our nation's history. Comments to: [email protected]

I hope all of you can join my daughter, Lauren Trew, and me as we chat about our On My Mind milestone 100th episode. I never thought we would be at this point, but I am so grateful to all of my guests, supporters and faithful listeners that have brought us here.I also hope you will continue on our journey with us as we begin another season of fun and informative shows. Thanks again for your loyalty and, most importantly, your friendship.

This week I will review the most common cognitive disorders that we see today. These are so devastating to anyone who has them or has to be the caregiver for someone with them. Please send any questions to [email protected]

I hope you will join me as I review cancer statistics for 2024. I'll share some interesting information and advice for those of us who are touched in some way by these medical situations.

Please join me as I welcome Dr. Joon Kim, an Anesthesiologist in Las Vegas, Nevada . He primarily does Obstetrical Anesthesia now, but over his long career, he has worked with many different surgeons on a large variety of cases. You will enjoy what he as to say.

Please welcome Jordan Curtis to the program. He is a native of Athens, a wealth management banker, and a loyal community servant, currently on the Athens, Tennessee City Council. He has some very good ideas for the future of his hometown, that he hopes to help implement if he is reelected to another term.

Please join me as I interview Bishop Brian Cole of the East Tennessee Diocese of the Episcopal Church. He has a remarkable career and some very wise insights into our faith and life in general. You won't want to miss this episode. Send comments to: [email protected]