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Two Mikes & a Guest38: Bobbi Dodson - Physical TherapistEpisode 38 brings us a fun guest who we wouldn’t have without Episode 33’s guest.
Bobbi Dodson PT, DPT, COMT, OCS joins us to share about her journey from high school and college sports, to PT school, and eventually landing in Tullahoma, TN as Clinical Director at STAR Physical Therapy. A lot of great advice in this episode for anyone aspiring to be a Physical Therapist, as well as, some great life advice and stories mixed in along the way.
We hope you enjoy this episode with Bobbi Dodson.
2024-02-1551 minTwo Mikes & a Guest37: Jay Frank - Educator/Ed. Product PartnerJay Frank joins us on Episode 37 to talk about how someone from a Law Enforcement (Corrections) background gets into general education and becomes a Senior Director at an educational administration company. The company Mr. Frank works for specializes in workforce solutions addressing America’s labor gaps through innovative and technology-driven educational programs.
We hope you enjoy this episode as much as we did with Mr. Jay Frank.
2023-09-181h 00Two Mikes & a Guest36: Joe West - Music Producer & SongwriterWe're so incredibly lucky to have multi-platinum and Grammy award-winning Producer and songwriter Joe West join us. His body of work is too extensive to mention it all, but Joe has worked with many artists including Keith Urban, Tim McGraw, Toby Keith, Emmylou Harris, and many many more. We know you'll like his story and what he's experienced along the way. Please enjoy episode 36 with Joe West.
2023-05-111h 09Two Mikes & a Guest35: Dr. Makenzie McCarty - VeterinarianMakenzie McCarty, DVM joins us in the studio where we discuss the path she took in becoming a veterinarian. She's a Tullahoma native who graduated from THS and went on to UT Knoxville. Her story of animal medicine is a fun one we hope you will enjoy.
2023-05-1145 minTwo Mikes & a Guest34: Elizabeth Kilgore Teal - Funeral DirectorSo much fun to have Elizabeth Kilgore Teal join us for this episode. If you've spent any time in the Tullahoma area, her maiden name will be familiar to you. She is a second-generation funeral director and a native of Tullahoma. Elizabeth talks with us about how the family business wasn't necessarily her career focus when heading off to college at first. She has a great story of how that shifted and she found her calling. We hope you enjoy episode 34 with Elizabeth Kilgore Teal.
2023-03-0256 minTwo Mikes & a Guest33: Amy Morris - Physical TherapistIn this episode, we have Amy Morris, DPT of STAR Physical Therapy of Tullahoma. We learn how a pre-med major(intended surgeon) at Alabama shifts her focus to PT instead. Not only does Amy have great insight into the world of PT, but we also learn about her personal journey through the challenges of college, and the importance of mentorship in life. We hope you enjoy episode 33 with Amy Morris.
2023-01-3159 minTwo Mikes & a Guest32: Lane Curlee - Mayor/Business OwnerWow, what a fun one for episode 32! Former Tullahoma Mayor Lane Curlee talks with us about how a shy young man became a public figure and how small business ownership has its ups and downs. The story Lane shares with us about the mentor in his life that changed his perspective is one of our favorites so far. We know you'll enjoy our conversation with Lane Curlee.
2023-01-1250 minTwo Mikes & a Guest31: Pam Carver - Nurse/RealtorPam Carver joins us this episode with a great story of growing up in Iowa and becoming a nurse right out of high school. Now she has shifted her career path and is a Realtor here in the middle Tennessee area. The story of her career shift and that transition is a fun one. We know you will enjoy this episode with Mrs. Carver.
2023-01-1036 minTwo Mikes & a Guest30: Dr. Michael Torrence - College PresidentDr. Michael Torrence is our guest here on episode 30. Dr. Torrence is the President of Motlow State Community College. He speaks with us about what Motlow has going on currently and what they are working on for its future. We also get a glimpse into his personal backstory and how a boy from Virginia found his way to Tennessee.
Dr. Torrence has some cutting-edge things happening at Motlow and we hope you enjoy learning a little about them on this episode.
2022-11-1658 minTwo Mikes & a Guest29: Georges Martin - Chef/Restaurant OwnerEpisode 29 brings us Georges Martin, Chef, and owner-operator of Emil's Bistro and Lounge here in Tullahoma, Tn. Georges grew up in France with a passion for cooking at a young age. After moving to America he found work in the food industry in Atlanta for many years before moving to Tullahoma. Georges gives us many insights into the world of being a chef, as well as, how managing a restaurant during Covid brought about many challenges we still are seeing to this day.
We hope you enjoy this episode with Chef Georges Martin
2022-11-1449 minTwo Mikes & a Guest28: Monica McGee - ASL TeacherEpisode 28 brings us TVA's very own ASL teacher Mrs. Monica McGee.
We discuss how American Sign Language was not her first choice in teaching out of college but how it found her. We also talk about what it was like growing up as a CODA (Child of Deaf Adult) with both of her parents deaf. She brings us great perspectives on what her life has been like so far and how she now claims Tennessee as her new home.
We how you enjoy our time with Monica McGee on this episode.
2022-10-101h 02Two Mikes & a Guest27: John Olive Part 2 - Teacher/Football Coach/Athletic DirectorPart 2 of the John Olive two-part series is filled with his early 90's Tullahoma football arrival here with us, an awesomely hilarious mid-90's story about how sideline technology almost got John arrested DURING a football game, as well as us ending our conversation with the road to winning the 2021 TSSAA 4-A State Championship. We know you all will enjoy hearing this fantastic ending to this series.
2022-07-2156 minTwo Mikes & a Guest26: John Olive Part 1 - Teacher/Football Coach/Athletic DirectorEpisode 26 is part one of a two-part series with Tullahoma's Athletic Director and former head football coach and teacher John Olive. In part one we start with his upbringing in East Tennesee and the journey that leads to coaching at both the high school and college levels at various schools. We end part one with the exact moment that he and his wife Cherie decide Tullahoma is the place for them. We hope you enjoy this first part of John's story.
2022-07-2156 minTwo Mikes & a Guest25: Eric Farmer - Outreach Specialist/DJEpisode 25's guest is a man of many talents. Not only is he an Educational Outreach Specialist for TSAC, but he also tells us about his DJing and how he has performed at one of the world's largest musical festivals. Eric Farmer is a man with a great life story which has led him to us today. We hope you enjoy.
2022-07-131h 05Two Mikes & a Guest24: Stefanie Naylor - Fashion DesignerStefanie Naylor joined us virtually from Los Angeles to talk about her start in the fashion world. We learn about her love of drawing and sewing as a child to now working with some of the top designers in the world on such shows as Project Runway and MTV's Siesta Key. This episode with Stefanie is a fascinating journey through the difficult world of fashion design and her resilience through personal circumstances and rediscovering her passion and creativity.
2022-05-2647 minTwo Mikes & a Guest23: Andy Lyon - Collegiate Soccer CoachIn this episode we are joined by Coach Andy Lyon, the head girls soccer coach at Motlow State Community College. Andy was born and raised in Nottingham, England and found his way to the U.S. coaching youth soccer with the MLS Soccer Camps. His story and his passion for coaching the sport he loves is a great one to hear. We hope you enjoy Coach Andy Lyon.
2022-04-0448 minTwo Mikes & a Guest22: Hope Woodard - Social Media Strategist/Content CreatorOn episode 22 we are joined by Hope Woodard. Hope is from Tullahoma TN and now lives in New York City. She has worn many hats and has done so many exciting things in her life. On this episode, she elaborates on the life adventures she's been on and how she has come to reside in NYC. Please enjoy Episode 22 with Hope Woodard.
2022-03-041h 00Two Mikes & a Guest21: Derek Rowe - Aviation TeacherOur guest today is Tullahoma High School aviation teacher Derek Rowe. Mr. Rowe hails to us from Wales (United Kingdom) and has an extensive career background in aeronautics and aviation. His story on discovering his passion(s) is a great one. We hope you enjoy Episode 21 with Derek Rowe.
2022-02-101h 05Two Mikes & a Guest20: Dr. Phil Campbell - Educational Consultant/SpeakerEpisode 20 brings us Dr. Phil Campbell, or as his friends call him, PC.
We chat with PC about school culture and how his job helps bring new light to issues of education and school environment, and how that looks in schools today.
Please enjoy this episode with Dr. Phil Campbell
2022-01-1444 minTwo Mikes & a Guest19: Greg Madsen - Industrial MaintenanceOur guest today is Greg Madsen. Greg is a maintenance supervisor at Great Lakes Cheese Company. He not only shares his career journey with us but also gives a glimpse into the day in the life of a maintenance employee and supervisor.
We hope you enjoy our conversation with Mr. Greg Madsen.
2021-12-0943 minTwo Mikes & a Guest18: Kristin Luna and Scott van Velsor - Marketing/Media ConsultantsThis husband and wife duo are crushing it. Kristin and Scott not only head up DMA (Do More Art) Events to help bring murals and other art installations to local communities, they also run a marketing and media consulting company as well as a few other ventures we talk about.
Their backgrounds are extensive and filled with so much world traveling and life experience that we know you'll love this episode of Two Mikes and a Guest with Kristin Luna and Scott van Velsor.
2021-12-021h 04Two Mikes & a Guest17: Nick LaToof - Mountaineer/Adventure GuideMike and I have a very close friend of ours Nick LaToof in studio today. He's worn many (career) hats in his lifetime but is currently based out of Colorado living as a mountaineer and adventure guide. Snowboarding, Fishing, Hiking, you name it, Nicks doing it.
We hope you enjoy Mr. Nick LaToof on this episode of Two Mikes and a Guest
2021-12-021h 12Two Mikes & a Guest16: Brock Colyar - WriterJoining us virtually for this episode is former Tullahoma High School graduate and now written for New York Magazine, Brock Colyar.
Brock gives us some great insight on what its like being a writer for a magazine in New York City post Covid lockdown.
We hope you enjoy this episode with Brock.
2021-11-3040 minTwo Mikes & a Guest15: Brian Schaefer - Bicycle Shop ManagerFrom the mountains of the pacific northwest to the foothills of Tennessee, see how our guest today entered into the cycling world.
We hope you enjoy our chat with Brain Schaefer.
2021-11-301h 05Two Mikes & a Guest14: Natalie Rose - Content CreatorWith over 2.5 Million followers on TikTok, our guest today, Natalie Rose joins us to talk about social media and working with companies on brand deals.
She also talks with us about the societal and personal pressures that come along with having a large audience/fan base.
We hope you enjoy our sit down with Natalie Rose as much as we did.
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2021-11-1857 minTwo Mikes & a Guest13: Rosie Graham - Programmer/TeacherRosie Graham has an amazing story and career history.
She was a pioneer in the field of programming and mathematics working for IBM at Nasa during the early days of the Apollo program.
We get to hear about what it was like to be in the mission control room as Neil Armstrong spoke his famous words.
We hope you enjoy this episode with Rosie Graham.
2021-11-1855 minTwo Mikes & a Guest12: Folek - ArtistWe have with us Graffiti Artist Folek in the studio today.
He does amazing work and can be found on Instagram at @folek_folek_folek or on his website Folek.me
We hope you enjoy this episode as we learn how a visual artist sees the world.
2021-11-1844 minTwo Mikes & a Guest11: Stephanie Miller & Tim Decker - PilotsWith November being aviation month we thought we would expand our guest list and bring you a two for one special.
This week he have two pilots with uniquely different pathways to their aviation career.
Please enjoy Stephanie Miller and Tim Decker
(If you would like to see images of the planes mention in this episode, please head on over to our YouTube page to check out the video version where we show examples)
2021-11-1649 minTwo Mikes & a Guest10: Chris Bond—Network & Systems AdministratorChris Bond, a network and systems administrator for the Tullahoma City School system is our guest today. Chris gives us some real insight as someone who was not completely sure what he wanted to do right out of high school, and how life can challenge us in those times. His story is honest and he opened up to us about how those challenges lead to a path in computers and technology. We know you'll enjoy this episode of Two Mikes and a Guest with Mr. Chris Bond.
2021-11-0337 minTwo Mikes & a Guest09: Jason Ponder—Assistant District Attorney GeneralAssistant District Attorney General Jason Ponder is our guest today. He is a native of Tennessee hailing from the city of Dickson, to which he then attended The University of Tennessee Knoxville. Find out how watching a TV show as a young child sparked his interest into law enforcement and how that path actually changed a little bit along his journey. We hope you enjoy this episode with Jason Ponder.
2021-11-0334 minTwo Mikes & a Guest08: Rachel Ferrell—RealtorRachel Ferrell was a really fun guest. She is a Realtor with the Keller Williams Realty Group. Originally from Murfreesboro, TN Rachel finds herself in Tullahoma after a couple career shifts along the way. We hope you enjoy episode eight with Rachel Ferrell as much as we did.
2021-10-2837 minTwo Mikes & a Guest07: Dr. Catherine Stephens—Director of Tullahoma City SchoolsEpisode seven brings us our fearless leader Dr. Catherine Stephens, Director of Tullahoma City Schools (TN). Her story is one of many different cities, schools, languages, and influential people. We learn about how to be present in the moment and how pivoting in life can be so important. Please enjoy this episode with Dr. Catherine Stephens.
2021-10-2644 minTwo Mikes & a Guest06: MSgt. Jeremy Martin USAF—Composer & ArrangerEpisode six brings us Master Sergeant Jeremy Martin of the US Air Force Band of Mid-America at Scott Air Force Base, IL where he serves as the unit's Staff Composer & Arranger. MSgt. Martin has a great story of how his love for music was channeled to not only teach it at the high school level but now in our US military. We hope you enjoy MSgt. Martin's journey as much we did.
2021-10-2256 minTwo Mikes & a Guest05: Jason Kennedy—Criminal InvestigatorJoining us for this episode is Investigator Jason Kennedy with the Coffee Co. DA's office. Jason has a great story of how he started in law enforcement, became a high school teacher, and then has found himself back in law enforcement. We hear stories from his time studying at the body farm in Knoxville to his time spent at the FBI academy in Quantico, Virginia. We hope you enjoy this journey with us and Mr. Jason Kennedy.
2021-10-2137 minTwo Mikes & a Guest04: Maranda Olive—Special Education Resource TeacherOur guest on Episode 4 is Maranda Olive. Maranda is a special education resource teacher in the Tullahoma City School system, but that wasn't always what she wanted or had planned for herself. We learn how growing up with family members with hearing disabilities lead her to want to work with young people with special needs. We hope you enjoy Maranda's story.
2021-10-211h 07Two Mikes & a Guest03: Dr. Susan Sudberry—Director of TechnologyIn episode 3, Dr. Susan Sudberry joins us. She is the Director of Technology for Tullahoma City Schools. Her journey from a High School student who wasn't sure she was "college material", to a person with 4 degrees and Director of Technology for a school system is inspiring. We hope you enjoy episode three.
2021-10-1531 minTwo Mikes & a Guest02: Chris Morris—Instructional Technology SpecialistThis week we are joined by the Tullahoma City School System's Instructional Technology Specialist Chris Morris. Chris has held a multitude of different jobs on his way to the position he is in now (including some not so nice smelling ones and traveling all over the world in the oilfield). It's a great ride. We hope you enjoy!
2021-10-1447 min
Two Mikes & a Guest01: Craig Terry—Grammy winning Pianist/Musical DirectorFor our very first episode, we sit down with Grammy Award winning Pianist/Musician Craig Terry. He tells his fascinating journey from a middle school musician to becoming an award winning professional musician. It's a story about saying "yes" to opportunities as they arise. You can follow Craig's music and work at the links below:
Instagram: @craigterrypiano
Twitter: @pianocraig
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2021-09-2736 min