Have you ever accidentally uncovered a secret talent that you didn't know you had? Hear how my guest April Henry King did just that and has turned it into a career where she can make her own rules and live the life she has dreamed of. Follow April on Instagram - @aprilhenryking Check out April's murals and commision work and maybe commision her yourself at her website AprilHenryKing.com Support the show If you'd like to support this podcast, you can buy me a coffee HERE . Check out the "Keep the...
Jun 02, 2022•59 min•Season 2Ep. 10
Ever wonder what it takes to have a forty five years long career working on radio stations? Or maybe how to repair a relationship with a child after twenty years? John Patrick, a man I consider a friend and mentor, stops by for an extended talk about those things and more, including what it's like having played golf on the world's most prestigious course (The Augusta National) over forty times! Follow John on Instagram - @the_augusta_golf_show Check out his website AugustaGolfShow.com And listen...
May 19, 2022•1 hr 25 min•Season 2Ep. 9
Have you noticed seeing a smile can often lighten your mood if you're having a bad day? Especially if it's a smiling Happy robot! Artist Leonard "Porkchop" Zimmerman stops by to talk about the great loss that lead to him spreading his Happy message around the world via stickers and movies and water towers! Follow Porkchop on Instagram - @pantone811 and find him here on Facebook . Check out his website at MakeMyPorkChop.com ! From there you can find out more about Project Happy Water, the Happy D...
May 12, 2022•49 min•Season 2Ep. 8
Ever wonder what it takes to go from being picked on by bullies in school to being picked on by bullies in a worldwide phenomenon Netflix series? Native son Michael Silvio Fortino talks us through that journey, landing a dream commercial with Hidden Valley Ranch, and starting his own homegrown production company, Big Brow Productions. Follow Michael on Instagram - @msilviofortino Check out Big Brow Productions on FB Support the show If you'd like to support this podcast, you can buy me a coffee ...
Apr 28, 2022•1 hr 4 min•Season 2Ep. 7
Have you ever struggled with boundary setting in your relationships? Find out how traveling nurse Enero Maura navigated boundaries, forgiveness, and becoming happy with yourself by taliking about it on his podcast Sidepiece Season. Follow Enero on Instagram - @sidepiece_season Listen to his podcast Sidepiece Season here Support the show If you'd like to support this podcast, you can buy me a coffee HERE . Check out the "Keep the Darkness at Bay" Journal & T's Here I'd also appreciate it if y...
Apr 18, 2022•56 min•Season 2Ep. 6
Ever wondered if that funny or weird drawing you made on the edge of your homework in school could lead to a job as an illustrator? Hear how Robb Mommaerts did just that thanks to his own determination and some encouragement from THE Jim Henson! Follow Robb on Instagram - @robbmommaerts Check out Klawde and other books Robb has illustrated! Support the show If you'd like to support this podcast, you can buy me a coffee HERE . Check out the "Keep the Darkness at Bay" Journal & T's Here I'd al...
Apr 03, 2022•1 hr 12 min•Season 2Ep. 5
Have you ever felt like you are stuck where you started? Listen to how the stories told by a funny and unfiltered grandma inspired Allison to leave her small hometown to pursue her dream in New York City knowing she belonged in musical theatre and it has lead her from stage to touring to screen. Follow Allison on Instagram - @allison.guinn on TikTok - @guinnallison Check out Allison's music & autoharp skills with Cormack & Guinn on YouTube Check out Bunny on Season 4 of The Marvelous Mrs...
Mar 25, 2022•1 hr 5 min•Season 2Ep. 4
What does a cold case for a police detective have to do with helping men not to become doucebags? FInd out as Craig Casaletto talks about his life as a police officer, moving to California, becoming an awesome podcaster, and being the odd man up. Follow Craig on Instagram - @oddmanup And on TikTok - @oddmanup Check out The White Tiger Podcast Support the show If you'd like to support this podcast, you can buy me a coffee HERE . Check out the "Keep the Darkness at Bay" Journal & T's Here I'd ...
Mar 17, 2022•53 min•Season 2Ep. 3
Are you afraid to take the leap, quit the 9 to 5, and follow your passion? Nick Laws has encouragement for you and talks about overcoming his own fears to follow his dream to work in the film industry as a sound guy! Follow Nick on Instagram - @thenicklaws Check out his website, soundguynick.com Check out the movie Nick mentioned, Bryn Gets A Life Check out (and stay in) Nick's sweet cabin in Pigeon Forge, TN, Beary In Love Keep up with the local movie community in the Augusta area from which mo...
Mar 10, 2022•59 min•Season 2Ep. 2
Do you ever wonder how folks face challenges that are extremely difficult and extremely fearful and extremely challenging? Scott Brinson has an amazing survivor's story of finding hope in the recovery community that is sure to encourage you to get back up and keep going! Follow Scott on Instagram - @brinsonscott Friend him on Facebook here! Scott's book reccomendation - The Magnificent Heel: The Life and Films of Ricardo Cortez Support the show If you'd like to support this podcast, you can buy ...
Mar 03, 2022•1 hr 1 min•Season 2Ep. 1
Merry Christmas! For this Christmas Eve Bite Size episode firstly I want to thank you for helping me to bring the message of Keeping the Dark at Bay to the world. Please know that you are never alone. Secondly my son Jeremy joins me and you get to hear him play Still, Still, Still and I read Twas The Night Before Christmas. Enjoy! Please let me know what you think! Leave a voicemail for me and find all my social links on the website, www.chewingthefatbr.com Support the show If you'd like to supp...
Dec 25, 2021•12 min•Ep. 3
Have you ever wanted to chase your dreams of performing musical theater on Broadway? Wanna know a crazy great tip for living in New York City? Rising Broadway star Alice Dyches joins me via zoom from her apartment in Harlem to talk about those things, magic moments, and more, including performing one of her original songs! Follow Alice on Instagram - @alicedyches and on Twitter - @alicedyches Check out the single "No Harm" Alice's Book Recommendation: Madeline Khan: Being the Music, A Life Suppo...
Dec 16, 2021•39 min•Season 1Ep. 29
Have you ever felt like staying in your tiny home town just wasnt for you? Ever wondered what musicians think when you say "Play something"? Find out as we continue the month of merriment with musician Tom Reed as he joins me in studio. Make friends with Tom on Facebook Visit Tom's website or FB Page to learn how to play and sing (he really is great!) Take a listen to The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee Soundtrack (Apple Music) Support the show If you'd like to support this podcast, you c...
Dec 09, 2021•1 hr 11 min•Season 1Ep. 28
Have you ever wondered what life on the road as a comedian is like? Ever wanted to know what inspires musicians to grab a guitar and write songs? My long time friend (and best man at my wedding) Chip Herring sheds some light on those topics, his days being a women's volleyball coach, how he fights imposter syndrome, and even plays us a tune! Follow Chip on Instagram - @chip_herring Support the show If you'd like to support this podcast, you can buy me a coffee HERE . Check out the "Keep the Dark...
Dec 06, 2021•1 hr 5 min•Season 1Ep. 27
Happy Thanksgiving! As we gather around the table and think about the things and people we are thankful for, I am thankful for you. Thank you for spending some of your time with me and listeneing to real people tell thier beautiful, messy, human stories. I am also infinitely thankful for my mom Myrna Sue, for her influence, instruction, care, love, and so much more. I've invited her to come on the show to talk about her life and Thanksgivings past, the trials of single motherhood, and lessons le...
Nov 25, 2021•58 min•Season 1Ep. 26
Have you ever marveled at people who have a rich sense of adventure? Ever wonder where they found their wanderlust? My friend John Hosmer tells you how as a poor college student he was able to experience amazing places from working at an Outback in Australia to the hiking the Appalachian Trail, from the food scene in Portland to the Beaches of Belize, and everything in between. Buckle up, this episode could set you on the road to your own adventure! Follow John on Instagram - @johnhosmer Connect...
Nov 18, 2021•57 min•Season 1Ep. 25
Ever wonder how someone gets started in being a radio DJ? Ever wonder what goes on inside a radio station when the microphones aren't on? My friend Jeff Reynolds joins me from Indianapolis, Indiana to share some stories from one of the coolest and fun jobs out there. Follow Jeff on Instagram - @jeffereynolds Support the show If you'd like to support this podcast, you can buy me a coffee HERE . Check out the "Keep the Darkness at Bay" Journal & T's Here I'd also appreciate it if you left a 5 ...
Nov 13, 2021•59 min•Season 1Ep. 24
Have you ever had times in your life where you thought all was lost? Have you wondered how will I go on, how will I support my kids, will I ever be happy again? This week my friend Shelley Underwood talks about that journey as s ingle mom from the deep valley to the mountaintop and all the steps along the way. Follow Shelley on Instagram - @shelley.eugenia Connect with her on LinkedIn Check out her website, ShelleyUnderwood.com Support the show If you'd like to support this podcast, you can buy ...
Nov 04, 2021•45 min•Season 1Ep. 23
Happy Halloween! For this Bite Size episode I give you a dramatic reading of The Raven by Edgar Allan Poe. Enjoy! Please let me know what you think! Btw, the music featured during the reading is called Beloved by Gavin Luke . Leave a voicemail for me and find all my social links on the website, www.chewingthefatbr.com Support the show If you'd like to support this podcast, you can buy me a coffee HERE . Check out the "Keep the Darkness at Bay" Journal & T's Here I'd also appreciate it if you...
Nov 01, 2021•12 min•Ep. 2
Have you ever wondered how to find out almost everything that is going on in town? Ever wished there was one source to look to in the community? I think we found her! Katherine Bonner is here to tell us some of the cool, fun stuff going on in Augusta over the next couple of months that you for sure won't want to miss! Connect with Katherine on Instagram - @kbonnapetite Links from the show: Keep up with the HP Pub Crawl Find out whats going on with the Downtown Development Authority See pics from...
Oct 31, 2021•43 min•Season 1Ep. 22
Have you ever really considered what your mom went through raising you? Are you a woman that has reached a point in your life where you say to yourself "No one told me this would happen!"? Mom of 4 Liz Bellmer joins me this week to answer those questions and more and give you a peek behind the scenes of what it means to be mom! Follow Liz on IG - @lizbell4 Friend Liz on FB Follow Liz on TikTok Support the show If you'd like to support this podcast, you can buy me a coffee HERE . Check out the "K...
Oct 21, 2021•55 min•Season 1Ep. 21
Have you ever moved away from home to pursue a job you thought you were going to love only to find out that you hate it? What would you do when you start your idyllic adult life only to be faced with a tragedy that no parent ever should? This week my friend Wes Hennings talks about being able to appreciate all the seasons of life with love and joy even when dealing with loss. Check out Wes' Wal-Mart pick-up stories on IG - @weshennings Links from the Show: Gather by the Ghost Light Podcast Suppo...
Oct 14, 2021•52 min•Season 1Ep. 20
Want to know how a speakeasy became the coolest hotbed of new theatre in Augusta? Want to know the place to be for shows, film, stage plays, and this Halloween's awesome and maybe a little crazy, maybe a little weird, but definitely fun Black Cat Carnival? One of my favorite people, Krys Bailey Executive Director of Le Chat Noir, stops by to talk about this season, homesteading, and more. Follow Le Chat Noir on Instagram - @lcnaugusta Check out their website: lcnaugsta.com Like them on Facebook ...
Oct 07, 2021•59 min•Season 1Ep. 19
Have you ever been frustrated trying to explain technology to you parents or grandparents? This week my friend and entrepreneur Christopher "Tree" Crozier stops by the studio to talk about helping people with his business, Mobile Mentors , that is founded on eliminating those frustrations for you AND them! Follow Tree on Instagram - @treecrozier Check out Tree's Business at MobileMentors.co Support the show If you'd like to support this podcast, you can buy me a coffee HERE . Check out the "Keep...
Oct 03, 2021•59 min•Season 1Ep. 18
Have you ever wondered if online romanaces can work? What about if long distance relationships are worth the hassel? What about trying to manage both? This week I talk to my oldest son Jacob who is doing just that and find out more about miles, marriage, and mixology. Follow Jacob on Instagram - @jakethetarbender Watch Jacob's video game streams on Twitch - @jakesogreat Support the show If you'd like to support this podcast, you can buy me a coffee HERE . Check out the "Keep the Darkness at Bay"...
Sep 23, 2021•42 min•Season 1Ep. 17
If you ever wondered what an episode would be like in a week without a guest, you're in luck! I take a few minutes to be grateful to you for listening and also let you know what's been going on in my world. From grieving over my rescue dog Sara that passed away, to having down days and not letting myself do the thing I love that brings me joy. It's all here! Leave a voicemail for me and find all my social links on the website, www.chewingthefatbr.com Support the show If you'd like to support thi...
Sep 16, 2021•13 min•Ep. 1
If you enjoy good music and helping a great cause, get ready for Goin South! My guest this week, Ryan Abel, will give us the inside scoop on this amazing southern rock n' roll show with a heart to help and along the way he'll tell us about the rush you can only feel by performing on stage and how you can get involved in some great community theatre here in Augusta. Find our more about Goin South at goinsouthlive.com Find out more about I'm Aware on their Facebook page Follow Ryan on Instagram - ...
Sep 09, 2021•1 hr 5 min•Season 1Ep. 16
Ever need to change careers and don't know for sure if it's the right call? Are you scared of doing it because of what others might say? My friend Berry Harmon has been there and has some advice on how to navigate taking the leap. And his positive perspective on life after open heart surgery is inspiring. Follow Berry on Instagram - @theharmonberry Need some family photos? Check out @thehabelife on IG Links from the Show: Unashamed by Lecrae Support the show If you'd like to support this podcast...
Sep 02, 2021•44 min•Season 1Ep. 15
Do you love your hometown and are tired of hearing people put it down? Do you feel helpless to do something about it? Podcaster, and lover of Augusta, Chris Nabholz stops by to give his perspective on how you can start to be the voice of all the amazingly cool stuff going on where you are. Follow Chris on Instagram - @cnabholz Follow Drop the Dis - @dropthedis_podcast Listen to Drop the Dis Podcast Follow Augusta Podcasts - @augustapodcasts Support the show If you'd like to support this podcast,...
Aug 26, 2021•56 min•Season 1Ep. 14
Ever wonder how someone from a small town breaks on to the big screen? Have you ever beaten yourself up after an audition knowing you were right for the role but didn't get cast? This week's guest Jaye Starkes takes us on the rollercoaster ride that is being a working actor and pursuing a career in the film industry. Follow Jaye on Instagram - @jayestarkes See some of Jaye's work and follow the progress of his feature film Jon here . Check out Jaye's podcast here . Support the show If you'd like...
Aug 19, 2021•57 min•Season 1Ep. 13
