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Authentic Conversations. Intriguing Guests. Time Well Spent. Gary Scott Thomas’ “Here’s What We Know” podcast will entertain you, enlighten you, and even possibly inspire you! Listen each week as Gary Scott Thomas engages guests in unscripted conversations where he’ll be just as surprised as you will be with how the talk turns out. So, join him each week and be privy to the captivating conversations that are sure to ensue.
Conversations include interviews with Country Music artists, professionals, professional athletes, authors and more.
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Send us a text If you're feeling trapped in a cycle of self-doubt and frustration, pouring your heart into your creative passions but never quite achieving the mental wellness you crave, then you are not alone! This week's guest is comedy Sandy Stec. A funny girl... who happens to be on the radio. She's a comedian and morning iHeartRadio personality for KOST 103.5 in Los Angeles. For over 20 years, Sandy has been sharing her humor and heartfelt stories on the air, and she's now ready t...
Send us a text Decoding our children's mental health can feel overwhelming? Have you been told to just snap them out of it or stop coddling them? It's time to break free from ineffective advice and gain the tools you need to truly understand childhood depression. Join us for this episode where you'll uncover the subtle signs of depression, learn how parenting styles impact emotional well-being, and discover practical solutions for making mental health care accessible for all. Our children don...
Send us a text If you're feeling frustrated and unfulfilled because you've been tirelessly pursuing your dreams with purpose, but nothing seems to be working out and you're constantly facing setbacks and roadblocks, then you are not alone! This week's guest is Gold Medalist Jason Richardson. After a catastrophic injury, he defied the odds and returned to his passion of racing. But what led him to become a psychologist and expert in sports performance? Join us as Jason shares his journey of s...
Send us a text On this episode of Here's What We Know, we're continuing with our Mental Health Awareness series. I'm joined by Dr. Geoff Nugent of Nugent Family Counseling Center. We discuss how therapists provide tools to help individuals heal. Additionally, the importance of instilling strong values within a family is emphasized. The podcast delves into the challenges and freedoms of being a teenager, and the importance of parents setting boundaries for their children's safety. Money and ha...
Send us a text This powerful episode from Charles Kelley with Lady A kicks off our Mental Health series for May, Mental Health Awareness Month. Many months into his sobriety, he has an open and honest message he's sharing about what life is like without alcohol. In This Episode: The realization that his drinking was out of controlSlipping after the first time he tried to curb his alcohol consumptionTapping into an honest side of himselfFears that come along when you stop drinkingWhat he...
Send us a text This week on Here’s What We Know, we’re joined by Steve Griggs, founder of Steve Griggs Design, who has earned a reputation as one of New York’s most respected landscape designers, known not just for his designs but for how he shows up for the people he serves. We’ll explore where he came from, how he found his calling, and why the work he does is more art than architecture. We also get into college football rivalries, pricing creative work, learning the hard way, and what it r...
Send us a text This week on Here’s What We Know, we sit down with legendary entertainment attorney John Mason for a conversation filled with heart, humor, and jaw-dropping stories from behind the curtain of the music and film industry. Growing up in the San Fernando Valley alongside the children of Hollywood icons, he followed an unexpected path that led him from law school to jam sessions with the Beach Boys, Frank Sinatra, and the musicians who quietly shaped modern music. Along the way, he...
Send us a text This week on Here’s What We Know, Gary Scott Thomas sits down with Dan Ashley, an Emmy Award-winning journalist, longtime ABC7 News anchor in San Francisco, and a musician with a true storyteller’s heart. From political satire and freedom of speech to small-town Southern roots, Dan opens up about his journey through media, music, and the moments that shaped him. Discover what it means to speak truth with kindness, how good writing drives great journalism, and why music became s...
Send us a text This week on Here’s What We Know, Jonathan Kite joins us for a conversation that is equal parts hilarious, heartfelt, and deeply human. You may know him as Oleg from “2 Broke Girls,” but today he pulls the curtain back on the real craft of comedy and the unexpected moments that shaped his journey. We dig into what it takes to build a stand-up set, how crowd work has changed, and why impressions are more than funny voices. Jonathan shares stories from the road, reflections on ea...
Send us a text Radio legend Jungle Doug Griffin joins us back on Here’s What We Know for a fast-moving, heartfelt conversation about life behind the mic, changing technology, and the moments that shaped his story. Doug shares memories from his KRTY years, the rise of his son DJ Garlic, and the communication skills you only learn when all you have is your voice. He also opens up about his prostate cancer journey and the miracle connections that guided him toward healing. From country music to ...
Send us a text This week on Here’s What We Know, step into the world of pirates and hidden histories with bestselling author Samuel Marquis. In this conversation, we dig into the life of Captain William Kidd and explore where fact meets myth. Samuel shares how his family's connection to Kidd opened the door to a deeper look at piracy, courage, politics, and the stories that shape our understanding of early America. We talk about the rise of pirate legends, the real struggles sailors faced on ...
Send us a text The queen of forensic fiction is back! This week on Here’s What We Know, New York Times bestselling author and forensic anthropologist Kathy Reichs is back to celebrate the release of Evil Bones, her 24th Temperance Brennan novel. From balancing grim mysteries with witty moments to revealing how real-life quirks inspired Tempe’s world, Kathy shares stories that remind us why readers keep coming back. You’ll also hear how she keeps up with forensic science, her favorite characte...
Send us a text This week on Here’s What We Know, Grammy-winning songwriter and Nashville Songwriters Hall of Famer Tim Nichols joins us for a heartfelt look at the magic and grit behind nearly four decades in country music. Tim opens up about four decades in country music, the miracle of songwriting, and what it really takes to build a lasting career in Nashville. From his first publishing deal in 1986 to crafting hits for legends like Tim McGraw, Faith Hill, and Ronnie Milsap, Tim shar...
Send us a text This week on Here’s What We Know, we welcome voiceover artist and creative powerhouse Gina Scarpa. You may not recognize her face, but you’ve definitely heard her voice, from radio airwaves to major video games and promos for brands you know by heart. Gina opens up about her journey from hand-delivering cassette tapes to radio stations in Connecticut to becoming a full-time voice actor and respected coach. We’ll explore the evolution of media, the realities of creative reinvent...
Send us a text This week on Here’s What We Know, join us for a deeply moving episode with Kim Cantin, speaker and author of Where the Yellow Flowers Bloom, to share her powerful journey through unimaginable loss and the unbreakable strength of love. After surviving the 2018 Montecito mudslide that claimed her husband and son, Kim opens up about grief, healing, and the small miracles that helped her rebuild her life. You’ll hear how Kim’s daughter Lauren survived six hours buried under twenty ...
Send us a text This week on Here’s What We Know, join us for a lively and revealing conversation with broadcaster and political commentator, the Liberty-Loving-Latino, Chris Salcedo, for an honest look at how media, politics, and personal values collide in today’s America. From his early radio days to hosting on Newsmax and writing The Rise of the Liberty Loving Latino, Chris shares how showing up, staying curious, and standing firm in your beliefs can change the course of your life. We’ll ex...
Send us a text This week on Here’s What We Know, we welcome Dr. Dan Docherty, Chief Coaching Officer of Braintrust and a leadership development expert, for an inspiring conversation about the heart of human connection. We’ll explore how communication, neuroscience, and mentorship shape who we become as leaders, parents, and friends. From the story of a music teacher who changed Dan’s life to the Six P’s framework that can transform any relationship, this episode is packed with insights on pur...
Send us a text This week on Here’s What We Know, Gary Scott Thomas sits down with nine-time Olympic medalist and world record holder Ryan Murphy for a heartfelt conversation about Olympic glory, family stories, and a brand-new chapter called fatherhood. Ryan shares his journey from a determined seven-year-old with big dreams to becoming a five-time gold medalist. He opens up about the joy of raising his daughter Eevi, the perspective fatherhood has given him, and why he’s passionate about wat...
Send us a text Hey country fans! This week on Here’s What We Know, we’re shaking things up with a brand-new monthly series: Once Around the Country, your all-access roundup for what’s hot in country music. To kick things off, Gary dives into the 59th CMA Awards with insider stories, bold opinions, and a passion for the genre that only a radio veteran can bring. It’s country music talk with heart, humor, and honesty; don’t miss it! In This Episode: The biggest CMA categories, plus the ...
Send us a text This week on Here’s What We Know, join us for a fascinating episode with astrophysicist Dr. Jeff Zweerink from Reasons to Believe for an honest and wide-ranging conversation about science, faith, and the joy of curiosity. We’ll explore cosmic mysteries, personal stories, and the deep questions that connect physics, philosophy, and spirituality. Dr. Zweerink’s perspective is both deeply knowledgeable and refreshingly humble, reminding us that the more we learn, the more wonder t...
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