JBK On Air

Scott Heady is head coach for University of Indianapolis Men's Basketball. Scott joins Jimmy to talk about accepting this new challenge, after spending the last seven years with crosstown NAIA mainstay, Marian University. Coach and Jimmy reflect back on time they both spent together at Carmel High School, where the Greyhounds won back to back 4A State Championships. Now back as a UIndy alumnus, Heady shares his favorite memories of playing for Indiana Basketball Hall of Fame inductee Billy Keller, including an intimidating college tryout. He gives advice to parents with student athletes and emphasizes the importance of enjoying every moment. Coach Heady wraps up by sharing his favorite Bob Seger song and the most memorable live concerts he has attended. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jbkonair/support

Newly inducted member of the Indiana Basketball of Fame, Pete Smith joins Jimmy for his second appearance on the show. He documents his career as a coach and how humbling it is to be an inductee this year. Pete talks about the success of Purdue Basketball making The Final Four, ahead of their national championship matchup against defending champion UConn. He also emphasizes the value of assistant coaches to a team and head coach's success. JBK asks about how depth perception is impacted playing in a stadium environment and what can be done to help shooting percentages. Finally, Pete and Jimmy react to John Calipari leaving Kentucky after 15 seasons for Arkansas. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jbkonair/support

Demetrice Bruno is a philanthropist, activist, & CEO of Redemption Outreach Services Inc. in Indianapolis, Indiana. She joins the podcast to talk about the mission of ROSI, which provides programs that offer family support, life coaching with coping skill workshops, as well as group family counseling sessions. These programs are geared toward providing tools that aid in personal development and success. She talks about her upbringing in Indianapolis and what inspired her to start a non-profit. Demetrice & JBK emphasize the importance of voting in local elections and the impact 2024 outcomes will have on on what aid can be provided to people in need. Finally, both share their favorite TV shows and go to karaoke song choices. New show is available everywhere now! Links to rate, review, subscribe & donate - https://linktr.ee/jbkonair --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jbkonair/support

Taylor Torwudzo is host/producer of Hoosier Lottery, working with CBS 4 and Fox 59 in Indianapolis, IN. She joins Jimmy to talk about their shared experience as students at the University of Indianapolis and her earliest influences in entertainment. Taylor talks about the responsibility of being a mom to her daughter and how being a parent has helped her grow as a person. Both share their favorite TV shows to watch including old reality shows that can be streamed again. Lastly, Taylor talks about the demands of working in television including additional costs like makeup, hair, and nails. Episode 123 is available everywhere! Rate, review, share & donate to sustain future shows! #jbkonair Links - https://linktr.ee/jbkonair --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jbkonair/support

“Bad” Brad Berkwitt is a political activist, retired US Navy veteran, and Florida Boxing Hall of Fame inductee based in Winfield, Indiana. Brad served for 20 years & 28 days before retiring from the Navy spending 16 years of his tenure in the intelligence field. He joins Jimmy to talk about saving democracy from former POTUS & current GOP nominee Donald J Trump in November. He discusses the political divide happening in the United States and the stark choice Americans face in 2024: democracy with POTUS Biden or autocracy/dictatorship with 45. Both Jimmy & Brad talk about the movies that bring them peace following the 96th Academy Awards. Lastly, Brad calls out the hypocrisy of radicalized service members, organized religion and other factions undoing civil rights in the United States. Follow Brad on the platform formerly known as Twitter @BadBradRSR for more! EP122 is available everywhere! Rate, review, share & donate to sustain future shows! Links - https://linktr.ee/jbkonair #jbkonair --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jbkonair/support

Derek Schultz of ISC Sports Network makes his 2nd appearance for JBK on Air, documenting his recent experience at the NBA All-Star Game hosted in Indianapolis. Derek talks about growing up in New York and his father’s job as Director of Taxes for Viacom, which owned channels such as Nickelodeon, Comedy Central, and MTV. He later recalls getting to cover Super Bowl XLVI including a very close encounter with the Archie Manning & the Manning family, immediately after the game. Finally, Derek reveals his favorite sound and curse word. Episode 121 is available everywhere! Rate, review, share & donate to sustain future shows! Links - https://linktr.ee/jbkonair --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jbkonair/support

Don Elbreg is a singer and musician based in Indianapolis, IN. He joins the podcast to talk about his experience playing gigs and some of his influences including the late Stevie Ray Vaughan. He also recalls enjoying Jimmy’s father singer/musician Chooch Kennedy, as the house band with Ricky Eicholtz at Ike & Jonsey’s in downtown Indianapolis. Finally, Jimmy & Don talk about Stevie Wonder working to arrange Bob Dylan's lyrics, impersonating his style when recording We Are The World in 1985. The Greatest Night in Pop: The Untold Story Behind “We Are The World” available now on Netflix. Episode 120 is available everywhere! Rate, review, share & donate to sustain future shows! Links - https://linktr.ee/jbkonair --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jbkonair/support

Joe Boehnlein is Operations Manager and afternoon host for New Hampshire Public Radio. He joins the podcast to document his experience with Jimmy as colleagues at the University of Indianapolis. He urges for more students to learn about broadcast engineering with the high demand for qualified candidates. He reflects on the opportunity of working at his alma mater as the Director of Engineering for WICR-FM. Joe later shares his experience of coming out as a gay man and the major cultural differences he has seen between Indiana and New Hampshire. Finally, Joe shares his favorite music, the restaurants his misses most in Indianapolis & much more Full podcast is available now! Links to rate, review, subscribe & donate - https://linktr.ee/jbkonair --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jbkonair/support

Dr. Chuck Dietzen is the founder and President of Timmy Global Health, an Indianapolis based nonprofit organization founded in 1997 to expand access to healthcare in the developing world, while empowering students and medical professional volunteers to tackle today’s most pressing global health challenges. Through its current work in Ecuador, Guatemala, Nigeria, and the Dominican Republic, Timmy Global Health seeks to strengthen community-based healthcare initiatives by education and investing in partner organizations, providing financial support, and facilitating medical teams to serve communities on the ground. Dr. Chuck AKA Dr. Doom joins his patient Jimmy to document their experience as professional wrestlers including some of their fiercest battles at Timmy Takedown. Timmy Takedown is a charity pro wrestling event organized and performed by people with disabilities, who are able to show their ability in the squared circle. All proceeds go toward Timmy Global's health mission, benefitting less fortunate children abroad. Chuck’s past experience as a pro wrestler and knowledge as a medical doctor, specializing in rehabilitation allows participants to execute maneuvers without fear of injury or trauma. We talk about the laundry list of injuries he has sustained playing football, rugby, and other sports throughout his life as an athlete. Later, Dr. Chuck shares the importance of instilling hope in patients and the need to have empathetic bedside manner when practicing medicine. Full podcast is available now! Links to rate, review, subscribe & donate! - https://linktr.ee/jbkonair --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jbkonair/support

Dillon Welch is a pit road reporter & broadcaster for NBC Sports covering NASCAR, IndyCar, and IMSA telecasts. He recalls his early years alongside Jimmy as students together at Carmel High School, gaining experience through the WHJE & CHTV broadcast programs. Dillon shares the best parts of living in Charlotte, North Carolina, including his favorite food spots. Finally both Jimmy & Dillon reflect on getting to work alongside their fathers Chooch Kennedy & Vince Welch respectfully in the same industry, sharing their best pieces of advice. Full podcast is available everywhere now! Rate, review, subscribe & donate! Links - https://linktr.ee/jbkonair --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jbkonair/support

Jason Acquisto is an air-personality & podcast producer/host based in Indianapolis, Indiana. He recalls his early years in radio as a morning drive producer and the various “on-air” names he went by in his career. Jason also documents his love for the band U2 and how important Bono is to a performance. Finally, Jimmy tells about meeting former President of the United States Bill Clinton at a local book signing, on the hottest day of the summer. Full show is available everywhere now! Rate, review, subscribe & donate! Links - https://linktr.ee/jbkonair --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jbkonair/support

Haley Coronado joins Jimmy to reflect back on their time spent together as communication students at the University of Indianapolis. She recalls her experience as a cheerleader, growing up in the suburbs of Chicago and attending the same high school as Isiah Thomas, documented in the critically acclaimed film Hoop Dreams. Haley talks about her favorite TV shows including American Horror Story, created by Indianapolis native Ryan Murphy. Finally, Jimmy & Haley bond over food including some of her specialties as a chef. Full show is anywhere you get podcasts! Rate, review, subscribe & donate here: https://linktr.ee/jbkonair --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jbkonair/support

Caroline Forbes-Pozen is an elementary special education teacher based in Denver, Colorado. She recalls the privilege of getting involved with Best Buddies in high school at Zionsville and what motivated her to pursue this career path. She describes her previous experience as a teacher on St. Thomas Island in the US Virgin Islands. Both Jimmy & Caroline are also forever grateful for their protective mothers & caring teachers early on in school. Finally, Caroline reveals to Jimmy she is 15 weeks pregnant and what she is most looking forward to as an expecting mom! Full show is anywhere you get podcasts! Rate, review, subscribe & donate! https://linktr.ee/jbkonair --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jbkonair/support

Peyton Thompson is a Digital Marketing Coordinator for the Indiana Pacers with retail & their team store. She reflects on her college experience at Butler & what it’s like getting to witness basketball games at historic Hinkle Fieldhouse. Peyton sees the pros/cons to having a dentist as a parent & appreciates the 24/7 commitment of being a stay-at-home mom. Finally, Peyton talks about the challenges of creating content with how short attention spans are in 2024. Episode is available everywhere now. Rate, review, subscribe & donate at https://linktr.ee/jbkonair & on all social media platforms! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jbkonair/support

Russ Maloney is the Director of Operations & Programming for KCLU 88.3 FM in Thousand Oaks, California, 45 minutes west of Los Angeles. Russ joins his former student Jimmy after spending time together as colleagues on 88.7 WICR-FM in Indianapolis. Russ recalls donating to the Indiana Pacers telethon to keep the franchise from leaving Indianapolis & sees the deck stacked against them ever winning an NBA Championship. He shares a story of working with former Vice President of the United States, Mike Pence before entering politics, when Mike hosted of The Mike Pence Show for Network Indiana. He later reveals the best live concert he's seen & the most rewarding part of being a college professor. For more information about Russ, you can follow him @russmaloney on the platform formally known as Twitter. Rate, Review, Subscribe & Donate to sustain future shows! https://linktr.ee/jbkonair --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jbkonair/support

Princess German-Dodson is a former DII college basketball player & traveling ICU nurse. She reflects on her experience as a student athlete at the University of Indianapolis where she ended her career with 1,443 points, the ninth most all-time in UIndy history. She shares how stressful being a nurse can be and the ways her athletic background prepared her for a career in medicine now. Finally, Princess manifests some goals & resolutions for the year ahead in 2024. New show is available everywhere now! Rate, review, subscribe & donate! https://linktr.ee/jbkonair #jbkonair --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jbkonair/support

Kylee Kendall is a communication specialist for Beacon Health System in South Bend, Indiana. She joins Jimmy to catch up after being a communication major with him at the University of Indianapolis. She recalls her experience as Editor-in-Chief of The Reflector, UIndy's campus newspaper, and the stressful process of putting a full issue together. Originally from Elkhart, Indiana, Kylee recently moved back to her hometown for a position with Beacon Health System. Beacon Health System oversaw the care of Kylee's sister, Sarah, after she was diagnosed with cancer. This shocking news came during Kylee's freshman year at UIndy, with her sister passing away after a hard-fought five-month battle on December 7, 2013. Kylee also reflects on interning at Riley Children's Hospital, documenting patient stories like Sarah’s in her experience. Kylee enjoys helping others with her communication skillset in medicine now, knowing Sarah would be proud of the work she is doing to pay it forward. Finally, Kylee & Jimmy look back on their "Friends" themed capstone Senior Project collaboration that was required for graduation. An easy conversation with one of the most kind & joyful souls I know. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jbkonair/support

Jake Query is the host of Query & Company which airs 12-3 PM ET on 93.5 & 107.5 FM The Fan in Indianapolis. He is also the co-host of Query & Schultz alongside Derek Schultz on ISC Sports Network & anywhere else you get podcasts. He documents his experience as a sports broadcaster covering INDYCAR races, including the Indianapolis 500 as a native hoosier. Jimmy & Jake discuss the stadiums with the best spread of food available to working media. Finally, Jake talks about the various trips he has taken overseas and which places he wants to see next! Jake Query is the host of Query & Company which airs 12-3 PM ET on 93.5 & 107.5 FM The Fan in Indianapolis. He is also the co-host of Query & Schultz alongside Derek Schultz on ISC Sports Network & anywhere else you get podcasts. He documents his experience as a sports broadcaster covering INDYCAR races, including the Indianapolis 500 as a native hoosier. Jimmy & Jake discuss the stadiums with the best spread of food available to working media. Finally, Jake talks about the various trips he has taken overseas and which places he wants to see next! For more information about Jake you can follow him @jakequery on X! Rate, review, subscribe, and donate to sustain future shows! Follow @jbkonair on all social media platforms for more! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jbkonair/support

Mike Berman is a sports reporter and anchor at NBC Chicago. He catches up with Jimmy after meeting each other as colleagues on the sideline during an Indianapolis Colts game day. Mike previously worked for the Indianapolis affiliates CBS 4 & Fox 59, getting to cover events like the Final Four & Indianapolis 500. Mike shares his go-to pizza places in Chicago, favorite places to eat when he comes back to Indianapolis & much more. For more information about Mike & his work, you can follow him @MikeBermanNBC on the platform formally known as Twitter (X) or mike.berman@nbcuni.com through email! Rate, review, subscribe & donate to the show to sustain future episodes! https://linktr.ee/jbkonair --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jbkonair/support

Sarah Smith is a musician based out of Indianapolis, IN. She joins Jimmy to talk about their shared experience as communication students at the University of Indianapolis. Sarah documents her experience as Music Director for WICR-FM including a Swing Era music show she hosted on The Diamond. She talks about learning to play the guitar, how music can change people, and the trauma she has healed from through songwriting. Finally, Jimmy opens up with appreciation toward Sarah for one of the best compliments he's ever received in his career, during their time working together in school. Rate, review, subscribe & donate! https://linktr.ee/jbkonair --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jbkonair/support