This week, we are joined by the highly decorated Pikeville High School Athletic Director and Girls Basketball coach Kristy Orem. In part 1, Kristy tell us how she built what is now the premier team in the 15th region. We also talk about the early days of what is now referred to as "concussion protocol." If you like hoops and Kentucky, this is the one for you! Part 2 will conclude our time with Kristy and will release on March 20th! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram! - @chillbilliespod You can w...
Mar 06, 2023•1 hr 7 min•Season 5Ep. 3
The finish of the episode with Alimi Ballard. Concluding everything with a thrilling double Lightning Round.... Alimi is known for his work in Hollywood, starring as Marcel Dumas on Netflix's 'Queen of the South' and Agent David Sinclair in the hit CBS crime-drama 'Numb3rs.' Alimi's Instagram: @ AlimiBallard Alimi's Twitter: @AlimiBallard FOLLOW US ON TWITTER and INSTAGRAM: @ChillbilliesPod
Feb 20, 2023•1 hr 16 min•Season 5Ep. 2
The Chillbillies kick off season 5 with a bang!! George Passantino joins us for a captivating adventure into the mind of Alimi Ballard in this 2 part episode. Alimi is known for his work in Hollywood, starring as Marcel Dumas on Netflix's 'Queen of the South' and Agent David Sinclair in the hit CBS crime-drama 'Numb3rs.' Alimi's Instagram: @ AlimiBallard Alimi's Twitter: @AlimiBallard FOLLOW US ON TWITTER and INSTAGRAM: @ChillbilliesPod...
Feb 06, 2023•1 hr 24 min•Season 5Ep. 1
Manley Feinberg is the author of 'Reaching Your Next Summit!: 9 Vertical Lessons for Leading with Impact' Manley is recognized as an award winning international keynote speaker, business leader, and author whose work has been featured on NBC, CBS, ABC, and Fox, and in The New York Daily News, Entrepreneur, American Express Open Forum and World News. He served two terms as the President of the National Speakers Association, St. Louis chapter and is a Certified Speaking Professional CSP. WE HOPE Y...
Aug 25, 2022•1 hr 13 min
The Chillbillies are BACK from summer vacation. What better way to start off season 5 than with the influential life coach, business leader, and world renowned keynote speaker Manley Feinberg. Manley is also the author of 'Reaching Your Next Summit!: 9 Vertical Lessons for Leading with Impact' Manley is recognized as an award winning international keynote speaker, business leader, and author whose work has been featured on NBC, CBS, ABC, and Fox, and in The New York Daily News, Entrepreneur, Ame...
Jul 18, 2022•2 hr 30 min•Season 5Ep. 1
Part 2 of our interview with Harry Engel. Enjoy the conclusion of this exciting 2 part episode! Follow us on Twitter: @TheChillbilliesPod
May 31, 2022•1 hr 1 min
In this somewhat focused episode of The Chillbillies Podcast, we talk to my good buddy Harry Engel. Harry is an entrepreneur and a true free spirit. Along with cohost Bill Silva, we talk about raising emotional strong boys and the concept of risk management and mitigation on a broad scale. Enjoy! Twitter: @chillbilliespod Instagram: @thechillbilliespodcast
May 16, 2022•1 hr 1 min
This week’s guest in our Getting Better Series is Jeremy Herider. Jeremy is a two-sport professional athlete, productivity coach to several Fortune 500 companies, and High-Performance Coach (among many other titles). He’s also the pioneer and founder of Optimal Self and spends every day following the very habits he promotes through this program. Jeremy has helped 1,000’s of people become the best versions of themselves through Optimal Self, and he’s done so with the belief that every high-perfor...
Apr 28, 2022•2 hr 6 min•Season 5Ep. 3
This episode features the second half of our conversation with Lee featuring Bill Silva. Lee walks us through how to make better business decisions, the importance of the 'unfair advantage,' and we discuss the proper way to bake a pineapple upside down cake and we take Lee through the Lightning round.
Apr 13, 2022•1 hr 9 min•Season 5Ep. 2
On this week’s episode, we sit down with my close friend Lee. Lee is a tech entrepreneur and one of the more interesting people I’ve ever known. Lee is our first guest in a themed series of episodes that centrally focus on the idea of personal development and continuous improvement. The Colonel Bill Silva, who is also good friends with Lee, sits in with us as a guest host again.
Mar 31, 2022•1 hr 4 min•Season 5Ep. 1
This episode, we are joined by special guest host Bill Silva as we hang out with Tim Evans, the founder of the Unforgettable's Foundation. The foundation financially assists families who have lost a child by fundraising and taking care of funeral fees. We had a great time talking with him and hope you enjoy the episode! If you would like to make a donation, please visit their website linked below: https://unforgettables.org Follow the Unforgettable's Foundation on twitter: @TUFnonprofit FOLLOW T...
Mar 14, 2022•1 hr 49 min
The newest guest on the Chillbillies Podcast is David Ruprecht. David is known for hosting the popular game show, Supermarket Sweep in the 90's and early 2000's. Additionally, David litters the International Movie Database with appearances in your favorite TV show and movies from the last 50 years. Some of his credits include Star Trek, Days of our Lives, Full House, and 90210. We had a great time interviewing 'Uncle D' and we talk a lot about movies!
Dec 22, 2021•1 hr 17 min
We recently sat down with newly hired Transylvania University eSports coach, Nicolas Thomas. After serving a tour in the United States Air Force, the Phoenix native Coach Thomas decided to follow his love of professional gaming to Lexington, Kentucky. We learn all about the new eSports program at Transy, along with the best type of breakfast sandwich.....enjoy!
Dec 07, 2021•1 hr 18 min•Season 3Ep. 5
Larry is the owner of High Performance Golf Academy. A four-time winner of the Kentucky Section PGA Teacher of the Year Award (2011, 2012, 2015 & 2016) and 2017 Horton Smith Award winner, Larry has been teaching golf for more than 20 years. Ward was also twice honored as a Top 25 Elite Junior Golf Coach in America by Future Champions Golf (FCG). He has conducted more than 24,000 golf lessons and 1,800 club fittings, and has coached students at every level from beginner to the PGA and LPGA To...
Nov 15, 2021•1 hr 16 min•Season 3Ep. 4
The Chillbillies bring on another Transy guest to the show...Kyle Sutton, one of the Pioneer's Athletic Trainer. Kyle tells us about how he came to be in Lexington. He also tells us about some of the more interesting incidents he's had to deal with. Call Pelycon Technologies! You can find them at www.pelycon.com or call them today for al your cybersecurity needs at 833-PELYCON (833-735-9366). Call Fayette Heating and Air and Chillibillies listeners get a free, no hassle estimate! Call today at 8...
Nov 01, 2021•1 hr 11 min•Season 3Ep. 3
The Chillbillies sit down with University of Pikeville athletic director, Kelly Wells! Call Pelycon Technologies! You can find them at www.pelycon.com or call them today for al your cybersecurity needs at 833-PELYCON (833-735-9366). Call Fayette Heating and Air and Chillibillies listeners get a free, no hassle estimate! Call today at 859-203-7476
Oct 20, 2021•1 hr 7 min•Season 3Ep. 2
Todd and Jake kick off season 3 by discussing the art of cutting the grass, along with a wishlist and preview of our upcoming guests. Get ready for a wild fall here on the Chillbillies Podcast. Call Pelycon Technologies! You can find them at www.pelycon.com or call them today for al your cybersecurity needs at 833-PELYCON (833-735-9366). Call Fayette Heating and Air and Chillibillies listeners get a free, no hassle estimate! Call today at 859-203-7476
Oct 04, 2021•1 hr 21 min•Season 3Ep. 1
We kick back with Tranylvania Business Professor Jeff Hopper. We talk Finance, Bourbon, and Hopper tells us about his and Todd's days together attending Transy.
Aug 30, 2021•1 hr 48 min•Season 2Ep. 5
In this episode we hang out with Andy Dunn, President of the Vancouver Canadians Minor League Baseball Team. Andy has spent over 25 years in Major and Minor League baseball. As Vice President with the Marlins, Expos and Nationals, as well as, a minor league owner and operator, Andy has spent a lifetime in baseball. Andy and Todd became friends in Lancaster, CA where Andy was the President and part of the ownership group of the now defunct Lancaster Jethawks. We talk alot of baseball and of cours...
Aug 16, 2021•1 hr 11 min•Season 2Ep. 4
What’s shakin people, the wait is up. This weeks episode is the second half of our interview with Brandon Tosti. Brandon talked to us about the keys of networking and Todd gets pretty heated over basketball. As always, we finish the episode with another electric Chillbillies lightning round. Check it out Enjoy! Call Pelycon Technologies! You can find them at www.pelycon.com or call them today for al your cybersecurity needs at 833-PELYCON (833-735-9366). Call Fayette Heating and Air and Chillibi...
Aug 02, 2021•1 hr 10 min•Season 2Ep. 3
I part 1 of a 2 part episode of the Chillbillies Podcast, we sit down with Paintsville native, author and all around great guy Brandon Tosti. We talk about Brandon's new book "Who We Meet Along the Way", tell some great stories about growing up in Paintsville and dealing with the Big C. Enjoy! Call Pelycon Technologies! You can find them at www.pelycon.com or call them today for al your cybersecurity needs at 833-PELYCON (833-735-9366). Call Fayette Heating and Air and Chillibillies listeners ge...
Jul 19, 2021•1 hr 19 min•Season 2Ep. 2
In this episode of the Chillbillies Podcast, we sit down with Rich Thomas. Rich, a Los Angeles native, was formerly the editor of Ray Gun Magazine and Insomniac Events online. Rich is now the Director of Content at Emergent Media in El Segundo. Rich's roots are from Paintsville where his grandfather, Richard S. Thomas, was born and raised. We talk about Rich's time at Ray Gun and Insomniac, as well as, his artistically talented grandfather and father. Enjoy!! Call Pelycon Technologies! You can f...
Jul 05, 2021•1 hr 24 min•Season 2Ep. 1
In this episode of the Chillbillies Podcast, we sit down with Emily Skaggs. Emily is the owner of Skaggs Psychological Services in Lexington, KY. She has operated her clinical psychology practice since 2004. We talk about suicide rates and psychological effects of lockdowns during COVID, I get head shrunk for free and a host of other topics. Enjoy! Skaggs Psychological Services 501 Darby Creek Rd Suite 41 Lexington, KY 40509 859-227-2337 Skaggs.Office@skaggspsych.com Call Pelycon Technologies! Y...
May 24, 2021•1 hr 40 min•Season 1Ep. 13
On this second episode of a two part episode of the Chillbillies podcast, we sit down with Farahn Morgan. Farahn is the owner of Foundry Public Relations in Wise, VA. Previously, she was a communications and public relations professional in Washington, D.C. She served as Special Assistant and strategic communications advisor in the U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Economic and Business Affairs and as Communications Director for Rep. Rob Wittman (VA-1). She holds a J.D. from Wake Forest Unive...
May 10, 2021•1 hr 24 min•Season 1Ep. 12
On this first episode of a two part episode of the Chillbillies podcast, we sit down with Farahn Morgan. Farahn is the owner of Foundry Public Relations in Wise, VA. Previously, she was a communications and public relations professional in Washington, D.C. She served as Special Assistant and strategic communications advisor in the U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Economic and Business Affairs and as Communications Director for Rep. Rob Wittman (VA-1). She holds a J.D. from Wake Forest Univer...
Apr 26, 2021•1 hr 8 min•Season 1Ep. 11
In this episode of the Chillbillies Podcast, we talk to Lexington native Bran Schmidt. It's almost certain that you've heard Bryan's voice some where along the way whether you know it or not. Come listen to Bryan tell his story of how he went from an Oldies radio DJ to a successful voice over artist and stay for the stories about his Willie Nelson encounters. Enjoy! We are now sponsored by Pelycon Technologies! You can find them at www.pelycon.com or call them today for al your cybersecurity nee...
Apr 12, 2021•1 hr 51 min•Season 1Ep. 10
In this episode of the Chillbillies Podcast, we speak with Pastor Bill Rieser. We talk about Bill's story of grace and redemption. You don't want to miss this inspirational episode. www.thehopeencounter.org/our-pastor We are now sponsored by Pelycon Technologies! You can find them at www.pelycon.com or call them today for al your cybersecurity needs at 833-PELYCON (833-735-9366).
Mar 29, 2021•1 hr 26 min•Season 1Ep. 9
In this episode, we sit down with the one and only Lance Burton, Master Magician. Lance talks about growing up in KY, how he got his start in magic, his big break and coming out of retirement to play some limited number of shows...whenever this damn pandemic is over, anyway. Enjoy! Twitter: @LanceBurtonMM We are now sponsored by Pelycon Technologies! You can find them at www.pelycon.com or call them today for al your cybersecurity needs at 833-PELYCON (833-735-9366)....
Mar 15, 2021•1 hr 20 min•Season 1Ep. 8
In episode 7, we sit down with the legendary Dave "Buzz" Baker. We cover a range of things including the Cats struggles this season, his favorite memories over the years and Todd figured out how to spend too much time talking about his band, Steel Wool. Enjoy! Twitter: @buzzbaker We are now sponsored by Pelycon Technologies! You can find them at www.pelycon.com or call them today for al your cybersecurity needs at 833-PELYCON (833-735-9366).
Mar 08, 2021•1 hr 26 min•Season 1Ep. 7
In episode 6 of the podcast, we talk to Transylvania University Head Baseball Coach ac Getsee. We talked about how Transy's season ended last year due to Covid, expectations this year, growing up in Missouri, jai alai and the infamous Sandwich Thief. Enjoy. Twitter: @TransyBaseball We are now sponsored by Pelycon Technologies! You can find them at www.pelycon.com or call them today for al your cybersecurity needs at 833-PELYCON (833-735-9366).
Mar 01, 2021•1 hr 33 min•Season 1Ep. 6
