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Critical ConversationsGot Solidarity?: Challenging Straight White College Men to Advocate for Social Justice; featuring Dr. Jorg ViandenIn this episode, we welcome our first non-Oakton affiliated guest to the podcast, Dr. Jorg Vianden, author of the book, "Got Solidarity?: Challenging Straight White College Men to Advocate for Social Justice". We get to know Dr. Jorg Vianden, how he got started in higher education, what inspired his doctoral work and the research that informed his book. Then we discuss how he handles resistence and challenging straight white men to be advocates for social justice. We also hear from Oakton's Manager of Student Conduct and Title IX Coordinator, Robert Pererson, who studied under Dr. Vianden. Enjoy t...2025-05-1326 min
Critical ConversationsMay-August Holidays and ObservancesIn the last Holidays and Observances episode of the academic year, Brenda is going to take you from May 1st through the summer months! Jewish-American heritage month spans the entire month of May, with Lag Ba'Omer from May 15-16th, which is a Jewish religious holiday celebrated on the 33rd day of the Counting of the Omer, which occurs on the 18th day of the Hebrew month of Iyar; a period in the Jewish calendar between Passover and Shavuot. Memorial Day is on May 26th, a commemoration honoring and remembering the men and women who died serving the...2025-05-0306 min
Critical ConversationsNo Agenda with Tina and TerranceIn this episode, Dr. Rick Daniels sits down with trusted colleagues and friends with NO AGENDA. This time around, Dr. Daniels is joined by Tina Fakhrid-Deen, Distinguished Professor of English and Co-coorinator of Creative Writing and Terrance Stevenson, Coordinator for Oakton's Emory Williams Academy for Black Men. Topics include the commonalities of their circuitous educational journey, important teachers and role models, some of the struggles, wake-up calls and epiphanies they experienced along the way, and how they now help their students rise to expectations while breaking down barriers. This episode is a powerful, candid, and...2025-04-1952 min
Critical ConversationsReflecting on Learning Day 2024: Workforce Readiness, Equity, and PartnershipsIn this episode of Critical Conversations, we reflect on Learning Day 2024, from October of last year. As we approach the end of the 2024-2025 academic year, it's a great time to look back at our notes, re-center some of the important themes, and give space to have conversations about how employees, faculty, and staff can continue to act on what Learning Day offered, while also planning for the future. Host: Dr. Rick Daniels, Director of Institutional Equity and Inclusion Guests: Leah Kintner, Senior Workforce and Community Education Program Developer and Learning Day Programming Chair Ella...2025-04-0922 min
Critical ConversationsApril Holidays and ObservancesIn this brief episode, we want to share some of the holidays and observances in April, including Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, National Arab-American Hertiage Month, National Autism Acceptance Month, and Earth Month. Religious Observances in April include Passover, Holy Week leading up to the end of Lent and Easter Sunday, and Orthodox Easter; Pascha or Ressurrection Sunday. Host: Dr. Rick Daniels, Director of Institutional Equity and Inclusion Coordinator: Brenda Cruz, Coordinator of Institutional Equity an Inclusion Producer: Erick Rohn, Professor of Design2025-04-0305 min
Critical ConversationsUnlocking Opportunity: Elevating the Adult and Continuing Education Student Experience at OaktonIn this episode, we speak with some folks from the Adult and Continuing Education department at Oakton. We highlight the experiences, challenges, and opportunities for Continuing Education and Non-Credit students at Oakton College. Host: Dr. Rick Daniels, Director of Institutional Equity and Inclusion Guests: Delia Rodriguez, Dean of Adult and Continuing Education Itri Papanikolla, Adult Education Transitions Coordinator Elena Smoukova, Senior Manager of Adult Education Coordinator: Brenda Cruz, Coordinator of Institutional Equity an Inclusion Producer: Erick Rohn, Professor of Design2025-04-0129 min
Critical ConversationsCampus Safety at Oakton: A Conversation with Chief Aaron WernickIn this episode, we introduce Chief Aaron Wernick to the Oakton community, discuss his vision for the Oakton Police Department, and address key concerns regarding public safety, policing policies, and community relations. Host: Dr. Rick Daniels, Director of Institutional Equity and Inclusion Guest: Chief Aaron Wernick, Chief of Police and Emergency Management Coordinator: Brenda Cruz, Coordinator of Institutional Equity an Inclusion Producer: Erick Rohn, Professor of Design2025-03-2216 min
Critical ConversationsResilience in the Face of Opposition: Navigating the Latest Dear Colleague LetterIn this episode of Critical Conversations, we dive into the Department of Education’s latest Dear Colleague Letter and its impact on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives. With growing resistance to DEI efforts in education, we unpack the letter’s key statements, analyze the broader political and social context, and explore strategies for staying resilient in this work. Tune in for a thought-provoking discussion on what this means for institutions, educators, and DEI practitioners. 🎧 Listen now and join the conversation! Host: Dr. Rick Daniels, Director of Institutional Equity and Inclusion Coordinator: Brenda Cruz, Coordina...2025-03-0611 min
Critical ConversationsMarch Holidays and ObservancesIn this brief episode, we want to share some of the holidays and observances in March, including celebrating women's identities in Women's HERstory Month. The Jewish celebration of survival, Purim, is also this month, as well as the Hindu festival starting the month of Phalguna and celebrating spring and rejuvenation. Nowruz, meaning "New Day," is also aligned with the vernal equinox (start of spring) and is celebrated with family, food, and reflection. Finally, at the end of March comes the end of Ramadan and Eid al-Fitr, "the Festival of Breaking the Fast," which is observed by attending communal prayers...2025-03-0505 minCritical ConversationsWhen Did You Fall In Love With Your Blackness?In this episode of Critical Conversations, we explore the power of embracing Blackness with special guests Krissie Harris and Lindsey Hunter. Together, we discuss defining Blackness, resisting colonizer energy, and navigating spaces where it is undervalued or misunderstood. Tune in for a candid conversation on identity, community, and the joy of honoring Blackness in both personal and professional life. Host: Dr. Rick Daniels, Director of Institutional Equity and Inclusion Guests: Krissie Harris, Senior Manager of Student Life and Campus Inclusion Lindsey Hunter, Director of Admission and Enrollment Coordinator: Brenda Cruz, Coordinator of Institutional...2025-02-2438 min
Critical ConversationsUnderstanding Executive OrdersRecently, Rick Daniels, Ed.D hosted a campus-wide discussion at Oakton College on the impact of recent executive orders and their implications for our institution and community. This event was opened with remarks from President Joianne L. Smith, Ph.D., who reaffirmed Oakton’s commitment to equity, inclusion, and supporting all students, faculty, and staff through evolving policy landscapes. Oakton's new Chief of Police, Aaron Wernick, and today's guest, Assisstant Professor of Political Science, Keith Simonds, also spoke at this event. In this episode, Dr. Daniels and Professor Simonds will discuss executive orders; what they are, how they've been us...2025-02-0734 min
Critical ConversationsFebruary Holiday ObservancesIn this brief episode, we want to share some encouragement with folks as DEI work is under attack once again, but we also want to take a moment to spotlight the holiday observances, as well as some Oakton College campus events for the month of February. We've got a full episode coming soon for Black History Month, so stay tuned! Host: Dr. Rick Daniels, Director of Institutional Equity and Inclusion Coordinator: Brenda Cruz, Coordinator of Institutional Equity an Inclusion Producer: Erick Rohn, Professor of Design2025-02-0305 min
Critical ConversationsBeyond the Rainbow: Strengthening LGBTQ+ Inclusion at Oakton CollegeIn this episode, the goal is to foster an inclusive dialogue that highlights the experiences, challenges, and opportunities for the LGBTQ+ community at Oakton College. This episode will provide actionable insights for improving systems and fostering a culture that uplifts all individuals. Host: Dr. Rick Daniels, Director of Institutional Equity and Inclusion Coordinator: Brenda Cruz, Coordinator of Institutional Equity an Inclusion Producer: Erick Rohn, Professor of Design2025-02-0238 min
Critical ConversationsJanuary Holiday Observances and Points of Encouragement for 2025In our first episode of 2025, we check in with Brenda Cruz, the Coordinator for Institutional Equity and Inclusion at Oakton College about January Holiday Observances and what we can do to recognize, acknowlege and support these holidays and those who observe them. Dr. Daniels then shares three points of encouragement to help navigate the uncertainty ahead of us, especially with regards to the work of DEI. Finally, we wrap up the episode with a brief look at the episodes coming later this season that you definitely won't want to miss! Host: Dr. Rick Daniels, Director o...2025-02-0116 min
Critical ConversationsLanguage, Identity, and Inclusivity: Exploring 'Latine' and 'Latinx' in Higher EducationAs language continues to evolve, so do the ways we refer to our diverse identities. This episode will be an open dialogue about the terms "Latine" and "Latinx," how and why these terms are used, what we understand about them, and their broader implications in creating inclusive spaces, especially within institutions like ours. Let’s explore together how language intersects with identity and what steps we can take to foster inclusivity in our language moving forward.
Host: Dr. Rick Daniels, Director of Institutional Equity and Inclusion Coordinator: Brenda Cruz, Institutional Equity and Inclusion Coordinator Producer: Erick...2024-11-0641 min
Critical ConversationsNo Agenda: Bonus EpisodeIn this bonus episode, Dr. Rick Daniels sits down with trusted colleagues and friends, Janeen Jackson and Will Crawford to have a candid conversation about how they innovate to keep their students engaged, how they accept feedback, criticism, praise and love, and then let the discussion develop organically. No agenda! Topics also include the upcoming election and the musicians considered for the 2025 Superbowl Halftime Show. Host: Dr. Rick Daniels, Directory of Institutional Equity and Inclusion Guests: Janeen Jackson, Equity Coordinator for B.L.A.C.K. Student Success and Will Crawford, Distinguished Professor...2024-10-1242 min
Critical ConversationsCapturing the Vision: Update on Oakton’s Strategic PlansIn this episode, we explore Oakton College’s major strategic plans that are shaping our future. We delve into Vision 2030, Oakton’s overarching strategic plan to build just and thriving communities, and discuss the role of the Strategic Enrollment Management (SEM 2.0) plan in advancing our enrollment goals. We’ll also highlight the college’s Strategic Equity Plan and its impact on student and employee outcomes. President Joianne Smith, Dr. Ileo Lott, Dr. Jesse Ivory, and Dean Matt Huber Huber will join the show to share their insights and updates on Oakton’s key guiding documents. Hosted by Dr...2024-09-1931 min
Critical ConversationsLooking Back to Look Forward: A Year in Review at Oakton College and AbroadThis episode will focus on a year-end wrap up where we cover some of the highlights of the 2023-2024 academic year, including how some of the events in the larger society have shaped the work we do. Guest Panelists: Johanna Fine, Human Resources Prashant Shinde, Information Technology Dr. Karl Brooks, Student Affairs Dr. Rick Daniels, Facilitator 2024-08-0753 min
The Big Rick Podcast[AUDIO] Jay DeMarcus of Rascal Flatts shares an update with Big Rick In The Morning on postponed farewell tour, and more!Jay DeMarcus of Rascal Flatts shares an update with Big Rick In The Morning on postponed farewell tour, memories of the bomb scare at their last show in Indy, his new record label, and a new song he's really excited about from Cade Thompson "New Normal"!2021-06-2407 min
The Big Rick Podcast[AUDIO] Jay DeMarcus of Rascal Flatts shares an update with Big Rick In The Morning on postponed farewell tour, and more!Jay DeMarcus of Rascal Flatts shares an update with Big Rick In The Morning on postponed farewell tour, memories of the bomb scare at their last show in Indy, his new record label, and a new song he's really excited about from Cade Thompson "New Normal"!2021-06-2407 min
The Big Rick PodcastHeath Sanders, viral Tiktok sensation and country star, talks with Big Rick about opening for Justin Moore, fishing, new music and more!Heath Sanders, viral Tiktok sensation and country star, talks with Big Rick about opening for Justin Moore, fishing, new music and more! 2021-06-1513 min
The Big Rick PodcastHeath Sanders, viral Tiktok sensation and country star, talks with Big Rick about opening for Justin Moore, fishing, new music and more!Heath Sanders, viral Tiktok sensation and country star, talks with Big Rick about opening for Justin Moore, fishing, new music and more! 2021-06-1513 min
The Big Rick PodcastJustin Moore chats with Big Rick about his new album, his kids, and his show at the Morgan County Fairgrounds on 06/25/21!Country Music superstar Justin Moore chatted with Big Rick this morning about his new album "Straight Outta Country", singing songs about his kids, and his show upcoming show at the Morgan County Fairgrounds on 06/25/21!2021-06-1011 min
The Big Rick PodcastJustin Moore chats with Big Rick about his new album, his kids, and his show at the Morgan County Fairgrounds on 06/25/21!Country Music superstar Justin Moore chatted with Big Rick this morning about his new album "Straight Outta Country", singing songs about his kids, and his show upcoming show at the Morgan County Fairgrounds on 06/25/21!2021-06-1011 min
The Big Rick PodcastTenille Arts joins Big Rick to chat about her #1 hit, and going on tour in 2021!Rising country singer, Tenille Arts, chats with Big Rick about her #1 "Somebody Like That", performing with her hero recently, and more!2021-05-2112 min
The Big Rick PodcastTenille Arts joins Big Rick to chat about her #1 hit, and going on tour in 2021!Rising country singer, Tenille Arts, chats with Big Rick about her #1 "Somebody Like That", performing with her hero recently, and more!2021-05-2112 min
The Big Rick PodcastBig Rick chats with Victor Soloman, Andrew Marshall & Rachel Mac from NBC's The Voice!Big Rick chats with Victor Soloman, Andrew Marshall & Rachel Mac from NBC's The Voice! 2021-04-1926 min
The Big Rick PodcastBig Rick chats with Victor Soloman, Andrew Marshall & Rachel Mac from NBC's The Voice!Big Rick chats with Victor Soloman, Andrew Marshall & Rachel Mac from NBC's The Voice! 2021-04-1926 min
The Big Rick PodcastTodd Tilghman (Season 18) of NBC's The Voice tells Big Rick about his "BIG" family, talks about his faith and the feeling of winning!Todd Tilghman, winner of NBC's The Voice tells Big Rick about his "BIG" family thru adoption, talks about his faith, being a singer from small town USA, and the feeling of winning with Blake Shelton! 2020-05-2207 min
The Big Rick PodcastTodd Tilghman (Season 18) of NBC's The Voice tells Big Rick about his "BIG" family, talks about his faith and the feeling of winning!Todd Tilghman, winner of NBC's The Voice tells Big Rick about his "BIG" family thru adoption, talks about his faith, being a singer from small town USA, and the feeling of winning with Blake Shelton! 2020-05-2207 min
The Big Rick PodcastBig Rick catches up with country star William Michael Morgan!William Michael Morgan shared his memories of over 70 Grand Ole Opry performances, life with his daughter, stories of touring with Alan Jackson and more! 2020-05-1532 min
The Big Rick PodcastCongressman Brett Guthrie tells Big Rick how close we really are to a COVID-19 vaccine.Congressman Brett Guthrie tells Big Rick how close we really are to a COVID-19 vaccine. He also discusses CARESact money to SoKY Hospitals, PPP program funds to SoKY businesses and more!2020-05-0622 min
The Big Rick PodcastCongressman Brett Guthrie tells Big Rick how close we really are to a COVID-19 vaccine.Congressman Brett Guthrie tells Big Rick how close we really are to a COVID-19 vaccine. He also discusses CARESact money to SoKY Hospitals, PPP program funds to SoKY businesses and more!2020-05-0622 min
The Big Rick PodcastEaston Corbin shares his quarantine routine, new music, the 10th Anniversary of his 1st #1 hit, and more!Big Rick chats with Easton about his quarantine routine, new music, the 10th Anniversary of his 1st #1 hit, and more! 2020-05-0512 min
The Big Rick PodcastSenator Mitch McConnell tells us about more CARESact money coming to Kentucky, legal liability relief, and when MLB might come back!Big Rick chatted with Senator Mitch McConnell via phone today. He tells us about more CARESact money coming to Kentucky, legal liability relief, and when MLB might come back, and more! 2020-05-0110 min
The Big Rick PodcastGov. Andy Beshear joins Big Rick to talk about reopening the Kentucky economy, schools being open this fall, and more!Gov. Andy Beshear joins Big Rick on "State of the State" for the 1st time ever. We talk about reopening the Kentucky economy, schools being open this fall, and more! 2020-05-0114 min
The Big Rick PodcastGov. Andy Beshear joins Big Rick to talk about reopening the Kentucky economy, schools being open this fall, and more!Gov. Andy Beshear joins Big Rick on "State of the State" for the 1st time ever. We talk about reopening the Kentucky economy, schools being open this fall, and more! 2020-05-0114 min
The Big Rick PodcastBourbonBlog.com's Tom Fischer shares with us his bourbon wisdom, and much more!Big Rick chats with BourbonBlog.com's Tom Fischer about how to take the edge off with bourbon during the COVID-19 crisis, Kentucky Derby memories, and new idea for his website, and more!
Check our Bourbonblog.com for more! 2020-04-2426 min
The Big Rick PodcastNewt GingrichBig Rick chats with former Speaker of the House & 2020 Presidential Candidate about his new book, his thoughts on WHO's reponse to the coronavirus, 2020 Election thoughts and more. 2020-04-1506 min
The Big Rick PodcastKelly Earnhardt MillerBig Rick chats with Kelly about her new book, her journey as a NASCAR exec, and more! 2020-04-1406 min
The Big Rick PodcastTony DovolaniBig Rick chats with Tony Dovolani, from ABC's Dancing With The Stars about his efforts to help make and deliver face-masks for healthcare workers nationwide. We also talk about how the COVID-19 crisis is bringing families closer, TikTok time with his daughters, and more! 2020-04-1007 min
The Big Rick PodcastThe Voice Contestants: Camm Wess & Darious Lyles - 04/09/20Camm Wess & Darious Lyles chat with Big Rick about their journey on NBC's The Voice, and much more!2020-04-0918 min
The Big Rick PodcastThe Voice Contestants: Todd Michael Hall & Mike Jerel - 04/08/20Todd Michael Hall & Mike Jerel chat with Big Rick about their journey on NBC's The Voice, and much more!2020-04-0818 min
The Big Rick PodcastThe Voice Contestants: Toneisha Harris & Micah Iverson 04/07/20Toneisha Harris & Micah Iverson chat with Big Rick about their journey on NBC's The Voice, and much more!2020-04-0718 min
The Big Rick PodcastPam TillisBig Rick candidly chats with country music icon Pam Tillis about her new album, life, travels and more! 2020-04-0217 min
The Big Rick PodcastSenate Majority Leader Mitch McConnellBig RIck talks about the CARES Act, more HHS funding for Kentucky, support of the Gov. Andy Beshears Disaster Declaration, and more! 2020-03-2710 minThe Big Rick PodcastSal & Murr from Impractical JokersBig Rick chats with Sal & Murr about the new Impractical Jokers movie. Roles on their TV show and much more! 2020-03-0208 min
The Big Rick PodcastPreston Brust from LoCASHBig Rick chatted with Preston from LoCASH about the bands recent travels on the USO Tour, the new single "One Big Country Song", new album, Christmas toys, and much more! 2020-01-3015 min
The Big Rick PodcastCody JohnsonBig Rick chats with country star Cody Johnson about his upcoming show in Evansville, IN on Miranda Lamberts " Wildcard Tour". Cody also reveals news about some upcoming collabs, his return to the Houston Rodeo (he sold it our last year), a new cologne, and more! 2020-01-2206 min
The Big Rick PodcastJake HootBig Rick talks with NBC's The Voice winner Jake Hoot! We talk about his connections to BGKY and much more! 2020-01-1707 min
The Big Rick PodcastMarty Raybon from ShenandoahBig Rick chats with Marty about Shenandoah's upcoming show at Green River Live on 02/08!
We also chat about the new single and a new album 20 years in the making!2020-01-1615 min
The Big Rick PodcastJessie James DeckerBig Rick chats with Country music singer Jessie James Decker about her upcoming appearance on Dick Clark's "Rockin' NYE" on ABC and much more!2019-12-1906 min
The Big Rick PodcastJoe Denim premieres "Here Comes White Claws"Big Rick chats with Joe about his new collab with Hastings & Co. called "Here comes White Claws"! 2019-12-0910 min
The Big Rick PodcastFormer NBA star Jayson WilliamsFormer NBA star Jayson Williams chats with Big Rick about his road to recovery. 2019-12-0907 min
The Big Rick PodcastJessica KirsonBig Rick talks with Comedienne Jessica Kirson about her new Comedy Central special, new tour and more! 2019-12-0908 min
The Big Rick PodcastChris JansonBig Rick chats with Chris about his upcoming appearance at the 2019 Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade! We also chat about recent #1's, his new single "Done", and more! 2019-11-2605 min
The Big Rick PodcastKY-R Senator Rand Paul - 11/25/19Big Rick chats with Senator Rand Paul about the recent impeachment hearings, e-cigarette issues, and the penny plan. 2019-11-2514 min
The Big Rick PodcastJon Jones from the Eli Young BandBig Rick chats with Jon Jones of the Eli Young Band about their recent #1 hit "Love Ain't", touring, new music and more! 2019-11-2110 min
The Big Rick PodcastMatt StellBig Rick chats with country music newcomer Matt Stell! He recently hit #1 with his smash hit "Prayed for You". We chat about his journey on Chris Young's Raised on Country Tour and more! 2019-11-2119 min
The Big Rick PodcastKatrina LawBig Rick chats with HAWAII FIVE-O star Katrina Law! 2019-11-1511 min
The Big Rick PodcastJohn BerryBig Rick chats with Country Music icon John Berry about his upcoming performance in Gallatan, TN with his new Christmas tour! We chat about fond career memories, his health and more! 2019-11-1414 min
The Big Rick PodcastRosemary Young - 2019 CMA Awards RecapBig Rick chats with Rosemary Young, about the highlights, surprises and more from the 2019 CMA awards! 2019-11-1417 min
The Big Rick PodcastJevin Redman - Play by Play Announcer for the Evansville Purple AcesOff the amazing upset of #1 Kentucky that has shocked the college basketball world, Big Rick chats with the voice of it all! 2019-11-1313 min
The Big Rick PodcastRandy Rogers (Randy Rogers Band)Big Rick chats at length with Randy Rogers about new music, his journey with touring and the country music genre, and more! 2019-11-0818 min
The Big Rick PodcastDillon CarmichaelBig Rick chats with Dillon about his upcoming show at Jingle Jam 2019, new music, musical influences and much more! 2019-11-0825 min
The Big Rick PodcastCalvin Lockett from NBC's The VoiceBig Rick chats with Calvin about his Voice journey, music influences and background! 2019-11-0710 min
The Big Rick PodcastDylan Howard, author of "Aaron Hernandez's Killing Fields"Big Rick chats with Dylan Howard about crimes and stories never heard about former NFL Player Aaron Hernandez. 2019-11-0714 min
The Big Rick PodcastGavin Edwards (Author)Big Rick chats with Gavin about his new book, that covers the legacy, life and generational influence of Fred Rogers (Mister Rogers). 2019-11-0210 min
The Big Rick PodcastFelicia DayBig Rick chats with Emmy award winning actress and social media influencer Felicia Day about her new book "Embracing your weird". 2019-11-0112 min
The Big Rick PodcastSenator Rand Paul - 10/31/19Big Rick chats w/ the Senator about the latest info on on the impeachment inquiry, how he sees it playing out, and more! 2019-10-3112 min
The Big Rick PodcastJames Violet from NBC's The Voice (2019 Season)Big Rick chats with NBC's The Voice contestant James Violet, who hails from Salt Lake City, UT. We chat musical influences, his many instrumental talents and more! 2019-10-3008 min
The Big Rick PodcastKiara Brown from NBC's The Voice (2019 Season)Big Rick chats with The Voice contestant Kiara Brown about her journey on the voice, music influences and more! 2019-10-2907 min
The Big Rick PodcastKY-R Congressman James ComerBig Rick chats with Congressman Comer about the latest on the impeachment inquiry, the US-CAN-MEX Trade agreement, Syria and much more!2019-10-2525 min
The Big Rick PodcastO.A.R. Keyboardist MikelParisIn this episode, Big Rick chats with OAR Keyboardist Mikel Paris about his new ventures "TuneTrek" and his love for adventuring America for historic landmarks. We talk about how its inspiring a whole new way of writing and making new music.2019-10-1846 min
The Big Rick PodcastClayton AndersonBig Rick had a chance to chat with Birthday Bash headliner Clayton Anderson this morning! We talk new music, his memories of WKU, Chick Fil-A and much more!2019-10-1615 min
The Big Rick PodcastDarryl WorleyBig Rick skims off his morning show interview with Darryl Worley! We talk his NEW Christmas album, and new album "Second Wind" that came out last spring. We also talk about his mother passing, and fond memories and more!2019-10-1014 min
The Big Rick PodcastTy HerndonBig Rick chats with Ty about new music. 25 years later, what it means to re-record his signature hit "What Matters Most", and much more!2019-10-0911 min
The Big Rick PodcastRussell DickersonBig Rick has a very candid conversation with Russell about his recent 3 year run of success, life with his wife Kailey, touring with Thomas Rhett and more!2019-10-0419 min
The Big Rick PodcastJames WilksBig Rick skims off his morning show interview with former UFC fighter James Wilks! We talk about his career in MMA, and on screen!2019-09-1712 min
The Big Rick PodcastAngie Michel-Barnes / USBthereBig Rick chats with USBthere co-inventor Angie Michel-Barnes about the creation the best smartphone power cord on the market! All inspired by her kids!2019-09-1318 min
The Big Rick PodcastMark WillsBig Rick catches up with legendary country singer Mark Wills! We talk about adulting, new music and the song he passed up, that become a MEGA country hit, and more!2019-09-1223 min
The Big Rick PodcastJamie O'NealBig Rick catches up with country artist Jamie O'Neal!2019-09-1211 min
The Big Rick PodcastTrace AdkinsBig Rick skims off his morning show interview with Trace about his upcoming performance at Hometown Rising! We also chat about his new kids movie, Christmas residency in Nashville and his new collab with Blake Shelton!2019-09-0908 min
The Big Rick PodcastGrace ParkGrace Park, actress, from the TV Show Hawaii Five-O & Battlestar Gallactica joins Big Rick for a fun conversation!2019-08-3009 min
The Big Rick PodcastDylan ScottDylan joined Big Rick on the hotline for a catch up, and to talk about his upcoming show in Central City, KY!
In this episode, we talk about:
Being a dad for the 2nd time
NEW Christmas Album
His new "An Old Memory" tribute album to the late Keith Whitley
New music/album details.....and more!2019-08-2307 min
The Big Rick PodcastCongressman Brett Guthrie - 8/19/19Big Rick chats with KY Congressman Brett Guthrie on Goober 95.1's "State of the State' segment!
In this episode, we talk:
A New bill to battle illegal Fentanyl Trade
Bill to fight Robocalls
EMPOWER Care Act
lowering insulin and research prices
and more!2019-08-1943 min
The Big Rick PodcastLindsay EllBig Rick skims off his Goober 95.1 Morning Show interview with the super talented Lindsay Ell! We chat about her upcoming show at Hometown Rising Fest in Louisville, new music, and tour with Brantley Gilbert, and more!2019-08-1410 min
The Big Rick PodcastCraig CampbellBig Rick skims off his morning show interview with Country star Craig Campbell! We talk about his upcoming show at the Wildhorse Saloon, being a dad of daughters, and new music!2019-08-1310 min
The Big Rick PodcastBilly Ray Cyrus & Johnny McGuireBig Rick skims off his Goober 95.1 Morning Show interview, an chats about their song "Chevys and Fords", success of Old Town Road, and a cool connection with Bowling Green, KY.2019-08-0210 min
The Big Rick PodcastColt FordBig Rick chats with Colt, new music, and about his upcoming performance at the "Blue Dizzy", hosted by the Wildhorse Saloon!2019-07-1905 min
The Big Rick PodcastCongressman James Comer 07/15/19Big Rick chats with with Mr. Comer about hemp production & research at Murray State University, his thoughts on the border crisis and illegal immigration, and more.2019-07-1506 min
The Big Rick PodcastChris WarrenBig Rick chats with former "High School Musical" star Chris Warren about his new role in the new drama "Grand Hotel" on ABC. We also talk about his ties to Indianapolis, and video games!2019-07-1509 min
The Big Rick PodcastBig Rick chats with the VERY funny Cletus T. Judd!Big Rick skims off his recent interview with the VERY funny Cletus T. Judd! We chat about what his life in the last year has been like, his new tour and new energy in comedy!2019-04-1510 min
The Big Rick PodcastBig Rick chats with Jerrod Niemann!Big Rick skims off his interview with Jerrod about his Tall Boys & Short Stories Tour announcement coming to the Plaza Theater May 23rd, presented by Goober 95.1/95 LIVE Concert Series.2019-04-1516 min
The Big Rick Podcast15: Rick is featured in the the Crowdfire Stories PodcastOriginal Link: [Click HERE](https://soundcloud.com/crowdfire/crowdfire-stories-s02e03-rick-is-a-radio-personality-hes-giving-away-all-his-secrets)
Details from Podcast: @OnAirWithRick is a super fun On-Air Radio Personality who recently started his own podcast. He has a verified Twitter with over 24,000 followers. He is teaching you how to step out on your own as brand, how to grow an audience and be brave enough to put your personality out there authentically on the podcast.2017-08-0223 min
The Big Rick Podcast15: Rick is featured in the the Crowdfire Stories PodcastOriginal Link: [Click HERE](https://soundcloud.com/crowdfire/crowdfire-stories-s02e03-rick-is-a-radio-personality-hes-giving-away-all-his-secrets)
Details from Podcast: @OnAirWithRick is a super fun On-Air Radio Personality who recently started his own podcast. He has a verified Twitter with over 24,000 followers. He is teaching you how to step out on your own as brand, how to grow an audience and be brave enough to put your personality out there authentically on the podcast.2017-08-0223 min
The Big Rick Podcast3: Lori Lewis"Seek to Resonate, not just to be seen" - Lori Lewis | In this episode, Rick Daniels explores the mind and insight of social media guru Lori Lewis. We discuss her background in radio, and how the social media space is important to the radio industry and beyond. Topics also range form her AllAccess.com "Merge"column, Women in Modern radio today, and her beloved Green Packers.2017-01-2337 min
The Big Rick Podcast3: Lori Lewis"Seek to Resonate, not just to be seen" - Lori Lewis | In this episode, Rick Daniels explores the mind and insight of social media guru Lori Lewis. We discuss her background in radio, and how the social media space is important to the radio industry and beyond. Topics also range form her AllAccess.com "Merge"column, Women in Modern radio today, and her beloved Green Packers.2017-01-2337 min
The Big Rick Podcast2: Candi CarpenterRick Daniels explores the roots and influences of a youthful, energetic and rising Country Star: Candi Carpenter. She just released her debut single "Burn the Bed" which its near the TOP 50 on the Country Charts. We talk everything from her famous yodeling, to experiences with legends Little Jimmy Dickens, Loretta Lynn and Vince Gill.2017-01-1326 min
The Big Rick Podcast2: Candi CarpenterRick Daniels explores the roots and influences of a youthful, energetic and rising Country Star: Candi Carpenter. She just released her debut single "Burn the Bed" which its near the TOP 50 on the Country Charts. We talk everything from her famous yodeling, to experiences with legends Little Jimmy Dickens, Loretta Lynn and Vince Gill.2017-01-1326 min