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Tinman PodcastTrip Rogers - Head Women's Soccer Coach, Transylvania UniversityTrip Rogers, the new Head Women’s Soccer Coach at Transylvania University, joins for a fun conversation. Rogers is a veteran of the college game, having coached at the Division I, II, and III levels in both the assistant and lead roles.
For the past three years Rogers has coached with one of his best friends in Jay Hoffman, the Head Coach at Centre College. We explore that relationship and what the opportunity meant on both a professional and personal level.
Ultimately, the chance to return to his hometown of Lexington and lead the program at Tran...2025-07-2326 min
Tinman PodcastRonnie Gregg - Frontman of Southern Accents, the ultimate Tom Petty tribute experienceRonnie Gregg is the frontman for Southern Accents, the ultimate Tom Petty tribute experience. Originally from Nashville, Gregg is a songwriter and producer with plenty of accolades of his own, including working with Jellyroll.
For the last decade he has committed to playing the part of one of his favorite artists in Petty. We talk about Gregg's individual journey, some of his influences, and the formation of Southern Accents. We also discuss the band's role in keeping the music of Tom Petty alive since his passing.
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Youth $portsThe Standard is the StandardEpisode 54: Chris Tinius (St. Xavier High School Athletic Director)
🎙 In this episode: I talk with Chris Tinius, Athletic Director at St. Xavier High School in Louisville, Kentucky. A longtime coach turned administrator, Tinius opens up about the unique pressures, pride, and purpose behind running one of the top athletic departments in the nation. From historic rivalries to modern-day transfer chaos, we cover the shifting landscape of high school sports—and what it means to truly invest in student-athletes.
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Tinius reflects on moving from the sidelines to the office and why winning...2025-07-021h 16
Tinman PodcastTony Scalzo - Fastball (singer, songwriter)Tony Scalzo is a musician and songwriter best known as the lead singer of Fastball. Scalzo grew up mainly in California, gravitating to music from an early age and joining bands by the time he was 14. In 1992, he decided to move to Austin, TX where he would eventually Joey Shuffield and Miles Zuniga. The trio formed Fastball in 1994.
Fastball combined a fondness for melodic, Beatles-inspired pop with the alternative aesthetic of late-'90s mainstream rock. The band's second album, All the Pain Money Can Buy, went platinum within six months of its release, earning two Grammy nominations alon...2025-06-1834 min
Tinman PodcastJeffrey Seller - Tony Award-winning Broadway producer of Rent and HamiltonJeffrey Seller is a Tony Award-winning producer best known for his work on Rent, Avenue Q, In the Heights, and Hamilton. His shows won 22 Tony Awards, including four in the Best Musical category. Seller’s Broadway productions and tours seen by more than 43 milltion people have grossed over $4.6 billon, and he is also the only producer with two Pulitzer Prize-winning musicals.
Seller recently released Theatre Kid: A Broadway Memoir, a book publisher Simon and Schuster describes as pulling back the curtain on the joyous and gut-wrenching process of making new musicals, finding new audiences, and winning a Ton...2025-05-2136 min
Tinman PodcastKatie George - ESPN / ABC SportsKatie George serves as a reporter for ESPN/ABC Saturday college football games alongside Joe Tessitore and Jesse Palmer, and contributes to coverage of several ESPN properties, including the NBA, UFL, and Premier Lacrosse.
Prior to joining ESPN, she worked WDRB in Louisville as the station’s sports anchor and reporter. Most recently, George was the Milwaukee Bucks’ team sideline reporter for the 2018-19 season.
George, the 2015 ACC Player, Setter and Scholar-Athlete of the Year, helped Louisville to conference championships in three different leagues. She was a three-time first team all-conference selection earning accolades in the A...2025-05-1429 min
Tinman PodcastChapel Tinius - Miss Kentucky (Oaks/Derby Short)As the reigning Miss Kentucky, Chapel Tinius has a lot of responsibilities around Churchill Downs and the city of Louisville during Derby Week. I was able to catch up with her for a few minutes on Oaks Day. It helps that she's my cousin!
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Tinman PodcastSteve Buttleman - Churchill Downs Bugler (Oaks / Derby Short)Steve Buttleman has been the bugler at Churchill Downs for three decades. I was able to sneak into his pagoda for a few minutes in between races before he was out to play the call to the post again.
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Tinman PodcastKatherine Blanford - ComedianKatherine Blanford, a Louisville, KY native joins the podcast during Derby week! After racking up millions of views on her Don’t Tell Comedy set, Katherine hit the road sharing confessions of her southern family secrets and awkward adolescent years across the country and internationally. She has appeared twice on The Tonight Show starring Jimmy Fallon, Vice TV’s Super Maximum Retro Show, After Midnight with Taylor Tomilson and her Don't Tell Comedy Set is featured on HULU. Most recently, Katherine was featured on Deadline’s “Comedians Ready to Break Out in 2025”. She released her debut special, Catholic Cowgirl, with 800LB Gor...2025-04-3031 min
Tinman PodcastScotty Davenport - Davenport Derby DashScott Davenport was a national championship basketball coach at Bellarmine University. He grew up in Louisville, just blocks from Churchill Downs. Four years ago he combined two of his passions by starting the Davenport Derby Dash. The event takes place on the Wednesday night of Derby week with the money raised benefiting the Davenport Family Scholarship for student managers. Items up for auction or raffle include a personal barrel of bourbon from Maker's Mark and numerous horse racing, basketball, and golf experiences. You can check out information at the following link.
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Tinman PodcastKentucky Derby Preview w/ Kevin Kerstein (Churchill Downs, Inside the Kentucky Derby podcast)The 151st Kentucky Derby is almost here! Kevin Kerstein is part of the communications team with Churchill Downs Inc. and co-host of the Inside the Kentucky Derby podcast. He shares this thoughts on a selection of horses from this year's field, from presumptive favorite Journalism to some of the longer shots. We also talk about how post-position and weather can impact the race. Get your handicapping started with insights from KK.
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Tinman PodcastEpisode Replay: Ty Rogers - March Madness Hero, ESPY Winner, and KHSAA Hall of FamerMarch Madness is here, a perfect time re-visit our conversation with NCAA Tournament hero Ty Rogers. His 2008 buzzer beater to lift Western Kentucky over Drake earned him as ESPY. Originally recorded prior to his 2024 induction into the KHSAA Hall of Fame, Rogers shares some memories from his stellar career at Lyon County High School. Among the things we learn are the fact that one of his high school coaches was Jeff Rogers, which is his dad's name, but his dad wasn't the coach! We also talk about his ESPY and some of his favorite gyms he's played in.
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Tinman PodcastCam Clark - Cam shares about his solo debut, The Outer ReachesCam Clark joins the podcast to talk about his debut solo album, The Outer Reaches! Clark lists some of his musical influences as Ray Charles, Al Green, and the Motown sound, while also being enamored with the excitement of live performances of bands like Queen. It should come as no surprise then that his album provides a healthy mix of rock, R&B, and soul.
A touring artist for over a decade with C2 and The Brothers Reed, the Paris, KY native still makes the area his home. Clark self-produced The Outer Reaches in his converted tobacco-barn stu...2025-02-2634 min
Tinman PodcastBobby Ray - NCAA Basketball OfficialBobby Ray has spent over a decade officiating women's college basketball games in the ACC and numerous other conferences. The seventh of seven kids and son of a coach, basketball and competition have been part of his life from day one. After his own stint as a coach, Ray eventually dove headfirst into the world of officiating.
Our conversation touches on a variety of topics, including the nuances of calling a game, interacting with coaches, and the logistics of life on the road. Ray shares stories about some his favorite venues and a few crazy endings. He end...2025-02-2046 min
Tinman PodcastGary Dunn - Two-time Super Bowl Champion with the Pittsburgh SteelersGary Dunn is a two-time Super Bowl champion with the Pittsburgh Steelers. As part of the Steeler's dynasty in the 1970s, he helped the juggernaut win Super Bowl XIII over the Dallas Cowboys and Super Bowl XIV over the Los Angeles Rams.
Dunn was drafted by Pittsburgh in 1976 as a defensive tackle out of Miami (FL). He had to battle to earn his spot on the team, trying to make a name for himself among the Steel Curtain defense featuring he likes of Mean Joe Greene, LC Greenwood and numerous others. Dunn would eventually prove his worth, bec...2025-02-0433 min
Tinman PodcastDaymeon Fishback - ESPN / SEC Network Basketball AnalystDaymeon Fishback has contributed as a game and studio basketball analyst for ESPN and the SEC Network since 2014. You can find him on your tv set multiple times a week breaking down college hoops action. We discuss his experiences as a player, the deeply competitive Southeastern Conference, and the greater college basketball landscape.
Growing up in Bowling Green, KY, Fishback starred at Greenwood High School, leading the team to the 1995 State Tournament as a junior. He followed that up with a senior campaign that saw him named Kentucky’s Mr. Basketball in 1996.
He then moved on to Aub...2025-01-3027 min
Tinman PodcastAmanda Buechel - Salernitana 1919Amanda Buechel played six years of college soccer, overcoming two ACL tears. She has since competed in two Ironman competitions while continuing to stay connected to the game she loves. In 2024, Buechel decided it was time to move to Italy and learn Italian! Once there a professor who learned of her passion for soccer referred her to a team. She got a tryout, and is now playing for Salernitana 1919 in the Italian Serie C!
In this conversation, we talk about Buechel's soccer journey, overcoming obstacles, following your passion, and being open to and taking advantage of opportunities tha...2025-01-2331 min
Tinman PodcastJoe Grushecky talks the Houserockers and the upcoming Light of Day showsWe kick off Season 3 with Joe Gruschecky, front man of Joe Grushecky and Houserockers. With over 20 albums to his credit Grushecky has delivered powerful live performances, spent years collaborating with Bruce Springsteen, and helped raise over 8 million dollars for the Light of Day Foundation to fight Parkinsons and ALS. Most of this was done while maintaining a full-time career as a special education teacher, making Grushecky one of the most unique stories in rock n roll.
Critically acclaimed for over 30 years, publications such as Billboard, Rolling Stone, and countless others have hailed him as one of rock & rol...2025-01-2236 min
Tinman PodcastReplay - The Army-Navy Game: Trent Steelman (Army) & Jamale Carothers (Navy)The Army - Navy football game dates back to 1890. This weekend will be the 125th contest in the storied rivalry centered around sacrifice and mutual respect. In this episode, we revisit conversations with Trent Steelman (Army) and Jamale Carothers (Navy), both key players for their respective academies. They share about their paths to the academies and their thoughts on this special game.
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Tinman PodcastTom Hambridge - 4 time Grammy award winning songwriter and producerTom Hambridge is a four-time Grammy winning performer, songwriter, and producer. Along with his own bands, he has collaborated with rock and blues icons like Buddy Guy, B.B. King, Eric Clapton, Johnny Winter, Susan Tedeschi, George Thorogood, and Keith Richards just to name a few.
Hambridge started banging on pots and pans as a kid and never looked back. Gigs with his older brother at high school dances turned into a scholarship to Berklee College of Music, one of the most respected music schools in the country, and eventually a band of his own. His work garn...2024-11-2731 min
Tinman PodcastAlly Tucker, host of the Youth $ports Pod, discusses the ever evolving landscape of youth sportsThe ecosystem of youth sports is ever evolving, with the last decade bringing some of the most fast-sweeping and drastic changes. In this episode, I am joined by Ally Tucker, host of the Youth $ports Pod. Her podcast explores the changing landscape of Youth Sports in America and how it continues to shift away from its roots. Ally is interested in the full picture, having conversations with players, parents, and coaches from a variety of sports, as well as referees, physical therapists, and other pieces of the puzzle. We touch on a few of the big talking points around youth...2024-11-2137 min
Tinman PodcastRose Lavelle - US Women’s National Team Midfielder, Gold medalist, World Cup ChampionRose Lavelle is an Olympic gold medalist and World Cup winning midfielder for the United States Women's National Team. She recorded her 100th cap in June against South Korea, and will be recognized for that honor prior to the team's final match of their celebration tour on Wednesday in Louisville.
Lavelle scored the second goal in the US’s 2-0 victory over the Netherlands in the 2019 World Cup final, and was awarded the Bronze Ball as one of the tournament’s top performers. She and her four Gotham FC teammates also on the US roster are in great...2024-10-2816 min
Tinman PodcastWorld Series prep with Casey Dykes (Assistant Hitting Coach, New York Yankees)Casey Dykes, New York Yankees Assistant Hitting Coach, checks in ahead of his first trip to the World Series! The Fall Classic gets underway Friday night in Chavez Ravine as the Dodgers and Yankees face off in a powerhouse match-up. We talk briefly about the Yankees' season to date and World Series preparations.
Dykes first made an appearance on the podcast just prior to the start of spring training. If you missed that episode, go back and give it a listen. It’s a great conversation about his journey in baseball and appreciation for where he is and what...2024-10-2317 min
Tinman PodcastFred Tackett - Little Feat (guitar, mandolin, trumpet)Fred Tackett is a multi-instrumentalist whose unique talents have made him a sought-after session musician for decades. While his friendship and collaboration with Little Feat’s founder Lowell George pre-dates his time as an official member of the band, Tackett’s contributions on the guitar, mandolin, and trumpet have helped cultivate Little Feat’s sound for over 40 years.
Little Feat has been described as “one of the great melting pots of southern music, drawing heavily on country, folk, blues, soul, swamp pop and R&B to create their signature sound". That sound can be heard in songs like ‘Dixie...2024-10-2129 min
Tinman PodcastDon Brewer, drummer and co-founder of Grand Funk RailroadDon Brewer, drummer and co-founder of Grand Funk Railroad, joins the pod for a conversation ahead of the band's visit to the Louisville Palace on Thursday, October 17th.
Hailing from Flint, Michigan, Grand Funk Railroad reached peak popularity in the 1970s with songs like ‘We’re An American Band’, ‘I’m Your Captain’, ‘The Locomotion’ and ‘Some Kind of Wonderful’ among others. They opened the Atlanta Pop Festival, sold out Shea Stadium faster than the Beatles, and the response they received opening for Led Zeppelin resulted in a bit of jealousy from the hard rocking Brits.
Brewer’s skill on t...2024-10-1422 min
Tinman PodcastMr. 300! Jay Hoffman, Centre College Head Women’s Soccer CoachCentre alumnus Jay Hoffman (300-77-36) has been the head coach of Colonels women's soccer since the 2004 season, leading the program to conference, regional and national success. Highlights of Hoffman’s tenure include eleven consecutive NCAA Tournament appearances (2011-2022), ten straight Southern Athletic Association titles (2012-2022) and a 2015 NCAA Final Four run.
The wins are only part of the story for Hoffman. He is just as happy to tell you about what his former players have gone on to do as graduates and ambassadors for the school. He is a greatly successful coach, but more importantly, he runs...2024-10-0933 min
Tinman PodcastDominique Yates, Green Bay Packers reporter for the Milwaukee Journal SentinelThe NFL is already nearing the quarter pole of the season. Dominique Yates, Green Bay Packers multimedia reporter for the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel checks in for a chat about the Pack. We talk about the excitement of his new gig and plenty about the team, including Jordan Love's injury, the Packers' victories in his absence, and what might be on the horizon for the rest of the season.
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Tinman PodcastDoug Gorman - Birdies for BrittneyDoug Gorman joins the podcast to talk about Birdies for Brittney, a golf tournament and charity established to honor the life of his daughter Brittney. Brittney was diagnosed with Acute Myeloid Leukemia on May 22, 2017. Tragically, she passed away only three days later on May 25, 2017. Brittney was a wife, mother to nine-month-old Emery Rose, a daughter and a dear friend to many. Birdies for Brittney benefits scholarships for local students and community non-profit organizations, extending Brittney's legacy of helping those around her.
Doug is a former division-one college athlete and business owner. More importantly, he’s a civic lead...2024-09-0423 min
Tinman PodcastDoyle Grisham from the Coral Reefer Band, preparing for the Labor Day Weekend ShowThe Labor Day Weekend Show is Louisville's Jimmy Buffett Tribute Festival. It will take place on Saturday, August 31 and Sunday, September 1. Among the artists taking part in the festivities will be Doyle Grisham, the steel pedal guitar player for the Coral Reefer Band. Growing up in Texas, Grisham began playing in bands with professional musicians at the age of 15. He has appeared on many classic country albums, working with the likes of Randy Travis, Reba McIntyre, Lee, and Kenny Rogers to name a few. He is also a member of the Texas Steel Guitar Hall of Fame.
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Tinman PodcastMichael Eaves - ESPN / SportsCenterMichael Eaves is a six time Emmy award winning sports journalist. He is most often seen anchoring nighttime editions of SportsCenter from the studio but has also anchored from the road at the Masters and other events. He also has reported from the Summer and Winter Olympics.
In addition to anchoring SportsCenter from the Masters and other golf events, Eaves in 2021 expanded his role to conducting post-round interviews with players during ESPN’s live coverage of the Masters. He also has been a host of MMA Live for ESPN and previously hosted NBA Countdown.
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Tinman PodcastJoey Carnes - Sports Performance Coach, Duke UniversityJoey Carnes is a Sports Performance Coach at Duke University. Our discussion touches on the profession as a whole and his personal journey. Carnes has worked with pretty much every type of athlete in every type of setting, from softball and soccer at mid-majors, to power conference football and players like Justin Herbert. He has seen the profession evolve from the strength and conditioning era, to true sports performance. We start with his days as a youth in rural Edmonson County, Kentucky; and finish with his current position at one of the nation's preeminent academic and athletic institutions.
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Tinman PodcastRyan Beard - Head Football Coach, Missouri State UniversityRyan Beard is the Head Football Coach at Missouri State University. He is entering his second year as one of the youngest head coaches in Division One, and preparing his program to make the jump next year to the FBS level and Conference USA. Beard was a talented athlete, quick to point out the influence of his family and how he was shaped by the environment in which he was raised. The Missouri State Bears are getting ready for the dog days of summer and what is sure will be a challenging preseason camp full of hard work. Coach Bea...2024-07-3134 min
Tinman PodcastThe Big Stomp, Part 2 - Bibelhauser Brothers, Shannon Vetter and the Sleepless Pilgrims & MoreA follow-up to the festival, this episode features several shorter interviews with artists and other participants at The Big Stomp, all of which continue to drive home the importance of mental health, and their respect for the Pete Foundation’s mission. Artist interviews include the Bibelhauser Brothers, Aaron and Adam, enjoying their first appearance; and Shannon Vetter of Shannon Vetter and the Sleepless Pilgrims, who has contributed to festival operations for several years. We also hear from Chip Augustus, who shared from the stage a heartfelt and powerful story about losing his brother to mental health struggles; as well as K...2024-07-2930 min
Tinman PodcastMolly Jones - The Pete Foundation / The Big StompMolly Jones, Director of The Pete Foundation, joins to discuss The Big Stomp, coming to Louisville on July 26 and 27, bringing 40 bands to four different stages. The Big Stomp is a festival that stomps the mental health stigma with an immersive, multi-day experience that takes a fresh, inclusive, modern approach.
The Pete Foundation's mission is to rally communities to champion youth mental health and wellness through normalizing the topic, promoting education and providing tools for healthy emotional development. Molly and her family started the foundation after losing a loved one to struggles with mental health. She shares about h...2024-07-2327 min
Tinman PodcastRandy Waldrum (Head Coach, Nigeria Women’s Soccer) prepares for the OlympicsRandy Waldrum is the Head Coach of the Nigerian women's soccer team, which is headed back to the Olympics for the first time in 16 years. This comes on the heels of their first ever trip to the knock round in last year’s Women’s World Cup, where they took eventual runners-up England to penalty kicks. He was nice enough to share a few minutes as he prepares to head to France.
Waldrum is one of the most successful coaches in NCAA history. After coaching both the men’s and women’s teams at Tulsa and starting the women’s...2024-07-0226 min
Tinman PodcastChris Joslin - Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame and Museum / ROMP FestivalChris Joslin in the Executive Director of the Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame and Museum. Every June they host the ROMP Festival, showcasing national and local artists. This year's bill includes Molly Tuttle and Dierks Bentley. The event takes place just outside of Owensboro, KY, offering a true festival experience with workshops and camping to accompany the musical performances. Chris shares some more details about what the museum offers, including a new Jerry Garcia exhibit, and of course information about ROMP. You can also checkout their websites below.
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Tinman PodcastJeff Matthews, host of the E Street Cafe PodcastJeff Matthews was introduced to the music of Bruce Springsteen growing up in England. His fandom built, and he eventually dove in head first. He currently hosts the E Street Cafe Podcast, joined by two friends brought together by the music, and knowledgable sources in their own right. You don’t have to be a huge fan of The Boss to appreciate this episode. As much as anything else, it’s another example of someone pouring into their passion, and illustrates how the medium of music, and the shared experience of live music and can build connections.
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Tinman PodcastJaelin Howell - Racing Louisville FC, MidfielderJaelin Howell, midfielder with Racing Louisville in the NWSL, is known as a hard-nosed player and fierce competitor. She was a two-time national champion at Florida State and was awarded the Hermann Trophy, college soccer’s equivalent of the Heisman, in 2020 and 2021. She has also earned multiple caps with the US Women’s National Team. Being chosen by Louisville as the second overall pick in the 2022 NWSL draft turned out to be quite serendipitous, because as much as she plays all in all the time on the field, her commitment to giving back off the field is just as strong...2024-06-0526 min
Tinman PodcastRachel Tinius - CEO, BumptUp Labs Inc.Rachel Tinius is the CEO of BumptUp Labs, Inc. She has a Ph.D in Movement Science from Washington University in St Louis and is an Associate Professor of Exercise Science at Western Kentucky University. A former college athlete who still runs competitively, Rachel is now combining her love for exercise and her academic research to provide safe, effective, and evidence-based physical activity guidance to pregnant and post-partum women. Our conversation centers around the development of the BumptUp app, which you can also learn more about at bumptupapp.com.
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Tinman PodcastJansen Wilson - Louisville City FCJansen Wilson, midfielder for Louisville City FC, grew up 45 miles down the road from Louisville in Elizabethtown, KY. He drove to Louisville to play his club soccer with Javanon, and was 14 years old when Lou City came to town. A decade later, Wilson is on a contract with the first team, and making an immediate impact on the field. We chat a little about his growth as a player, his transition into the group, and the team’s success.
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Tinman PodcastPGA Championship - Tuesday PreviewSome quick hits to help prepare you for the PGA Championship. Justin Thomas, Jordan Spieth, Max Homa, Tiger Woods, and Scottie Scheffler were all in front of the media on Tuesday. We also hear from Curtis Strange and Scott Van Pelt on possible storylines at Valhalla.
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Tinman PodcastDarren Rogers, Senior Director of Communications at Churchill Downs preps us for Kentucky Derby 150Darren Rogers is the Senior Director of Communications at Churchill Downs. There are few people you can hear from heading into Kentucky Derby 150 that will have a deeper connection to the sport or the world's most famous track. Darren can be found on media outlets around the state, around the nation, and around the world at this time of year, including as a co-host of the Inside the Kentucky Derby podcast alongside Kevin Kerstein. I was lucky he took a few minutes to share some insights on this year’s Kentucky Derby field and the post positions. Hopefully you can ta...2024-04-3024 min
Tinman PodcastTravis Stone - The Voice of Churchill Downs talks race calling and Kentucky Derby 150Travis Stone, the Voice of Churchill Downs, is preparing to call Kentucky Derby 150, his tenth as track announcer. He started with a bang calling American Pharoah's victory to start his triple crown campaign, and he's seen a little bit of everything since. Travis grew up a short drive from another famous track near Saratoga, NY. A career sparked by a childhood dream, his journey to the announcer's booth started when he raced marbles and matchbox cars on homemade race tracks sketched on his parents’ floors. Whether he’s painting the picture of a thrilling stretch drive or capturing the sheer ex...2024-04-2928 min
Tinman PodcastScott Davenport - Basketball, Horses, and the Davenport Derby DashScott Davenport is a national championship basketball coach at Bellarmine University. He's also a horseman at heart, having developed a love for thoroughbreds and racing while growing up just blocks from Churchill Downs. As we prepare for Kentucky Derby 150, it just seemed natural to check in with Coach Davenport. We start with a little bit of discussion about Bellarmine and the state of college basketball. He also talks about the pride in his childhood neighborhood putting their best foot forward at Derby time. Then we talk about the Davenport Derby Dash, Louisville's newest Derby week tradition, kicking things off on We...2024-04-2531 min
Tinman PodcastFred Cowgill (Sports Director, WLKY) - Reflections on a 37 year run with the station and a look ahead to Kentucky Derby 150 and the PGA ChampionshipFred Cowgill is an Emmy award winning sportscaster for WLKY. He's been the sports director for 37 years, a tenure that will be coming to a close in a little over a month. We look back on his start in the business and some of his favorite stories over the years. We also look ahead to a final month that will rival anything he has covered with the 150th running of the Kentucky Derby and the PGA Championship at Valhalla.
The recognition for Fred’s work includes 17 “Best of Louisville” Awards, The Kentucky Derby Festival's Dean Eagle Award for serv...2024-04-2331 min
Tinman PodcastRyan Ogle - Championship Director, 2024 PGA ChampionshipThe PGA Championship will return to Valhalla in just a few weeks. The man in charge of putting the massive operation together is Championship Director, Ryan Ogle. Ryan was previously the Championship Director for the 2021 PGA at the Ocean Course at Kiawah Island, where Phil Mickelson became the oldest ever to win a major championship. Numerous other championships, including Ryder Cups are also on his resume. We chat about how Ryan found his way into this line of work, and the process of preparing a massive property like Valhalla for an event like the 2024 PGA Championship.
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Tinman PodcastHolly Weyler - Bardstown Bourbon CompanyHolly Weyler, Director of Public Relations at The Bardstown Bourbon Company, joins for a chat. Bardstown Bourbon Company is an award-winning, innovative operation in the heart of bourbon country. Holly shares some of the exciting things going on and what drew her to the new position. We also discuss her past experiences with Brown-Forman, 21 C Hotel and Museum, and Forecastle, along with things to come like Jack Harlow's Gazebo Festival. Basically, if there is something cool in Louisville, KY, Holly has probably had a hand in it!
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Tinman PodcastLou City and Racing Foundation - Jeremy Jarvi & George Davis IV discuss the foundation’s mission and workJeremy Jarvi and George Davis IV join the podcast to discuss the Lou City and Racing Foundation and its programming. Since Lou City's arrival a decade ago, they have won multiple titles, built a 15,000 seat soccer specific stadium, and watched parent company Soccer Holdings Inc. add Racing Louisville of the NWSL. When it came time to give back to the community that has supported them so well, Jarvi, a Louisvillian with extensive non-profit experience, and Davis, an original Lou City start were natural fits to get the ball rolling. They share about work with local youth and upcoming events. To l...2024-03-2723 min
Tinman PodcastTalking Basketball With Ty RogersMarch Madness is here! Ty Rogers joins to talk about a variety of basketball topics, including his 2008 NCAA Tournament buzzer beater to lift Western Kentucky over Drake. Ty was also recently announced as a 2024 inductee to KHSAA Hall of Fame and shares some memories from his stellar career at Lyon County High School. Among the things we learn are the fact that one of his high school coaches was Jeff Rogers, which is his dad's name, but his dad wasn't the coach! We also talk about his ESPY and some of his favorite gyms he's played in.
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Tinman PodcastBonepony - Scott & Nick talk about the band, upcoming shows, and the re-release of Stomp RevivalNick Nguyen, the podcast's first musical guest, returns with long time bandmate and Bonepony founder Scott Johnson. We learn about the origins of the band and the Bonepony name. We also discuss the re-release of their 1995 album Stomp Revival and some of their favorite venues in the Nashville area. The episode is bookended by two performances that my son and I thoroughly enjoyed!
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Tinman PodcastBasketball & Entrepreneurship w/ Bryan JustBryan Just is an assistant basketball coach at Saint Xaiver High School in Louisville, KY. He grew up watching his dad and four uncles operate as successful and even championship coaches at various levels, taking something different from all of them. Bryan is also an entrepreneur, working to grow his DASHCLIP business from the ground up. This was a fun chat with someone that is proud of his family's tradition and working to pave his own way forward.
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Tinman PodcastChris Burke (Baseball Analyst, ESPN / SEC Netork)Chris Burke is currently a baseball live event and studio analyst for ESPN and SEC Network, appearing on coverage for college and professional games, including the College World Series and Little League World Series. A unanimous choice for SEC Baseball Player of the Year in 2001, he was the Houston Astro’s first pick in the 2001 Major League Baseball draft. In the 2005 division series against Braves, he hit the latest home run in MLB playoff history, a walk-off in the bottom of the 18th inning sending the Astros to the NLCS. We talk a little bit about his experiences and get a...2024-02-2029 min
Tinman PodcastCasey Dykes (Assistant Hitting Coach, New York Yankees)Casey Dykes is an Assistant Hitting Coach for the New York Yankees. He joined the podcast for a few minutes as he was getting settled in Tampa to prepare for spring training. We discuss his journey to joining the Bronx Bombers, beginning with his playing days at WKU, several stops in the collegiate coaching ranks and a stint as the hitting coach with the Yankees’ AAA affiliate in Scranton prior to joining the big-league staff. Of course we touch on the Yankees outlook for spring training and the regular season, and play a game of Fastballs at the end.
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Tinman PodcastEric Wood (Buffalo Bills Radio, Centered on Buffalo Podcast)Eric Wood, the host of the Centered on Buffalo podcast and color commentator for Buffalo Bills radio, joins the podcast for a little pre-Super Bowl chat. Wood starred at the University of Louisville before being Buffalo's first round pick in the 2009 NFL draft. His career included a playoff appearance, Pro Bowl selection, and nomination for the Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year award. Wood is also an author and motivational speaker.
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Tinman PodcastJeff Crespi (Rock Photographer, The Stone Pony)Jeff Crespi is an award winning photographer who currently serves as the house photographer at The Stone Pony, one of the most iconic music venues in the country. He works in the same capacity at Asbury Lanes and formerly at the Starland Ballroom. As someone who has overcome his struggles with addiction, Jeff’s personal story is just as compelling as the images he captures. He began attending concerts with his then eight year old son a couple of decades ago. At some point he decided to start taking pictures to document their adventures, and that passion has snowballed into a...2024-02-0139 min
Tinman PodcastJoe Imel (General Manager & Publisher, Bowling Green Daily News)Joe Imel is the general manager and publisher of the Bowling Green Daily News, part of the Carpenter Media Group. He began his career 37 years ago as a reporter, arriving at the Daily News in 1991 as a photojournalist. He is an award-winning photographer that continues to shoot when he is not listening to the police scanner and tweeting to more than 75,000 followers. Imel's pictures have helped add context to stories on a state, national, and international scale. He has photographed everything from weather events, to fires, to Kentucky Derbies, to Presidents and Popes. He is still as passionate as ever...2024-01-2529 min
Tinman PodcastBourbon & Basketball with Brian Bennett (The Athletic)Brian Bennett is a senior editor at The Athletic. He has previously worked for the Louisville Courier Journal and ESPN covering a variety of sports. His passion and current focus is college basketball. Brian helps catch us up on the current landscape of the sport and many people turn their attention that way at the conclusion of football season. We also use the 9:00pm recording time after our kids are in bed as an excuse to enjoy a bourbon. We do live in Kentucky.
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Tinman PodcastJack HarbaughJack Harbaugh is the patriarch of one of the most successful families in the history of football. His own resume includes success as a player, being drafted by the Buffalo Bills, coaching under Bo Schembechler at Michigan, and winning a national title as a head coach at Western Kentucky. His son Jim will lead the Michigan Wolverines into the national title game in Houston, while John has earned the top seed in the AFC playoffs with the Baltimore Ravens. Jack has always been known for his energy and enthusiasm for his family and the sport of football. I think both...2024-01-0431 min
Tinman PodcastKen Rosen - Creator and curator of Estreetshuffle.com talks Bruce SpringsteenKen Rosen is the creator and curator of Estreetshuffle.com, a website/blog dedicated to all things Bruce Springsteen! What started as an outlet to avoid sharing every Bruce fact he knew with his wife has grown into one of the best resources around for Springsteen history, video and audio clips, reviews, essays, and more. It was a thrill to be able to chat with someone who, and I'm not ashamed to say this, is an even bigger Bruce Springsteen nut than I am!
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We...2023-12-1344 minTinman PodcastArmy v Navy FootballIn this episode we speak with three people with direct experience in the Army - Navy football game, a rivalry that dates back to 1890. Trent Steelman (Army) and Jamale Carothers (Navy) were both key players for their respective academies. They share about their paths to the academies and their thoughts on this special game. Tricia Brandenburg is the Executive Associate Athletics Director at Army. She gives us some insight on the behind-the-scenes work required to execute such an enormous event. If you want to listen in pieces or jump ahead to hear from a certain interview, the time stamps for e...2023-12-0655 minTinman PodcastEmma TalleyEmma Talley joins the podcast as she prepares for an event at Pebble Beach. She is a US Women's Amateur champion and NCAA champion with more than a half decade of experience on the LPGA Tour. Hailing from a small town in western Kentucky, Emma has experienced more memorable moments in her sport than most could dream of. We discuss her decorated junior and amateur careers, time at the University of Alabama, and the ups and downs of professional golf. She has stories about Nick Saban helping in her recruiting process and being married to a caddy, but not her o...2023-11-1535 minTinman PodcastJoe TiniusThis is a special episode because I get to chat with Joe Tinius, or as I call him, dad. He had some unique influences in his life, was a high level athlete in college, and then spent 38 years in education as a teacher, administrator, and superintendent. The first chapter provides the bookends as he shares his philosophy as an educator and early influences in his life before his arrival at Western Kentucky University. In the second chapter, we talk mostly about his experiences with the cross country and track field programs at WKU, where he ran with and against Oly...2023-10-251h 07Tinman PodcastSpencer Thomson (Moon Taxi)Spencer Thomson is a guitarist and producer for the alt-rock band Moon Taxi. We come from the same hometown of Bowling Green, KY, and it's been fun to follow his progression as a musician. Moon Taxi happens to be coming to my current city of Louisville, KY on October 14, so this seemed like a perfect time to re-connect. Spencer was gracious enough to give us a few minutes for this episode during a brief break from the road. We discuss his beginnings as a musician, a brief history of the band, touring, and more. Spencer also has released a solo...2023-10-0432 minTinman PodcastTodd Yelton (Samford Soccer)Todd Yelton is in his 22nd year at the helm of the Samford University soccer team, having propelled the Bulldogs to national prominence and an unprecedented nine-consecutive SoCon championships. He has 14 regular-season conference titles, seven NCAA Tournament appearances and six conference tournament championships, with an impressive career record of 304-140-60.
Coach Yelton is man of faith and perspective who's off the field impact parallels his on field success. In 2018, he helped open Shauna's House. Named in honor of his late wife, Shauna's House is a transitional orphans' home in Ukraine. We discuss the origin and mission of t...2023-09-2730 minTinman PodcastMike Goetz (Bellarmine Soccer)Mike Goetz joined the Bellarmine University men’s soccer staff as an assistant prior to the spring 2021 season and is currently the program's director of operations. He has been involved in soccer at various levels for over three decades, as well working oncology campuses in other capacities. But his toughest battles haven’t been with any athletic opponent or closing deals off the field. Mike is leukemia survivor, and lives with multiple sclerosis. Goetz is passionate about mental performance and sports psychology. He has worked since 2017 with former English Premier League and Northern Ireland International player Paul McVeigh to deliver...2023-09-2037 minTinman PodcastJason Neidell (WKU Soccer)Jason Neidell is in his 23rd season as the head coach, after starting the Western Kentucky University women's soccer program from scratch in 2001. He has seen plenty of changes in the sport, on the WKU campus, and within the athletic department. He joins the podcast to talk about this year's team and some recent facility upgrades.
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With nearly two decades of experience as a College Soccer Coach and Communication Professor, Molly approaches her work as an educator. She meets people where they are and helps the...2023-07-1831 minTinman PodcastBrian Jones (Yoga Instructor)A few years ago, Brian Jones decided to walk away from his job in fund-raising and commit himself full time to his newer found passion of yoga. He took a leap of faith to follow what he thought would make him happiest. Today he practices and teaches yoga in Nashville, Tennessee. Brian has an interesting story to share, and one that I think all of us can appreciate. He knew what his passion had become, and he wasn't afraid to go where it might take him.
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We appreciate you listening to the Tinm...2023-07-1237 minTinman PodcastErnie Small (Ernie Small Blues Band)Ernie Small is a musician involved in multiple projects. Where I grew up, the Ernie Small Blues Band has been a staple for decades, entertaining thousands in a variety of settings. Whether talking about the core of the band or the talented individuals that have been in and out over the years, the group is not short on musicianship. They put on a fun show that provides memories for people of all ages. Ernie is also a member of Mt Victor Revue, a band with more of a bluegrass feel, that has gained its own popularity in more recent years...2023-06-2842 minTinman PodcastMichael Flynn (Goalkeeper Coach - Syracuse Soccer)In this episode I visit with Michael Flynn, goalkeeper coach for the NCAA men’s soccer national champion Syracuse Orange. Though I’m a few years older, Michael and I are both Bowling Green, Kentucky natives and graduates of Bowling Green High School. It’s been fun to watch him grow as a person and coach, and was extremely exciting seeing a hometown boy on national television last fall capturing a title. He shares about his personal journey, the Syracuse culture, and their title run.
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We appreciate you listening to the Tinman...2023-06-1437 minTinman PodcastMary Podesta (Football Official / San Francisco 49ers)Mary Podesta was one of the first female football officials in the country. As a former college athlete and athletic administrator, she was no stranger to being in the competitive arena. Her work ethic and willingness to step into a sometimes uncomfortable male dominated profession got her a chance. The quality of her work kept her around. She now works for the San Francisco 49ers, officiating mini-camps and practices at the team's training facility.
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We appreciate you listening to the Tinman Podcast! Be sure to follow...2023-06-1229 minTinman PodcastAlli Truttmann (Wicked Sheets)Alli Truttmann is the founder of Wicked Sheets, a company that started manufacturing moisture wicking and cooling bed sheets and has continued to thrive. Alli was a college athlete that found that many of the materials that kept her cool during her playing days could be used in bedding as well. She literally started the company out of her apartment, and 15 years later is still expanding to new products. Her entrepreneurial spirit is in full force and I hope you enjoy a snapshot of her story.
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We app...2023-06-0825 minTinman PodcastNick Nguyễn (Bonepony)Not many things during my college years beat a night out to see Bonepony. The music still brings back great memories of times with teammates and friends. Nick Nguyen joins me to discuss the band and his many talents including guitar, banjo, mandolin, and violin among others. Bonepony has a unique sound and provides an energetic live show experience. It was great to catch up with Nick and take my first dive into a musical topic.
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We appreciate you listening to the Tinman Podcast! Be sure to follow us or subscribe wherever you...2023-06-0119 minTinman PodcastPhil Hauswald (Former Thoroughbred Trainer)Phil Hauswald is a former trainer who has won some of the biggest races in the sport including the 1986 Bluegrass Stakes with Bachelor Beau and the 1987 Breeder's Cup Juvenile Fillies with Epitome. In 1987 he brought Arkansas Derby champion Demons Begone to the Kentucky Derby as the favorite. He comes from a family deeply intertwined with thoroughbred racing. His experiences and perspective make him a perfect guest heading into the 149th Kentucky Derby.
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We appreciate you listening to the Tinman Podcast! Be sure to follow us or subscribe wherever you find your favorite pod...2023-05-0134 minTinman PodcastNorm Casse (Thoroughbred Trainer)Norm Casse is the trainer of Southlawn, a successful three-year old filly and entry in the 2023 Kentucky Oaks. He is a Louisville native from a racing family, now carving his own path in the sport. We chat about his roots, how he broke into training, and get his thoughts on Southlawn heading into the big race.
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We appreciate you listening to the Tinman Podcast! Be sure to foll...2023-04-2728 minTinman PodcastTim Wolz (Head Men’s Soccer Coach - Midway University)Tim fills in at the last minute after some technical difficulties with the originally planned guest. He is a college coach and professor, and long time friend. As I would expect, he was quick to help out and did a great job. We talk a little bit of soccer, a lot more wrestling than I ever would have planned, and some Kentucky Derby.
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Pop Culture PastorBooks of 2022Librarian extraordinaire Dara Tinius joins the show as we discuss our favorite books of the year, both what was new and what we rediscovered. No guilt trips or gatekeeping for liking what you like, but hopefully you find something new!2022-12-011h 08