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Nashville-centric broadcast veterans Joe Elvis and John Dwyer are resurrecting their broadcast careers with this podcast. They collaborate to share wit, life experiences and Rolodex with listeners. With 5 episodes ready to download, look for a weekly episode to be dropped each Monday beginning June 6 th, 2022. Joe and John invite movers and shakers to the Main Street Media TV Studios to offer inspiration, and raw untold stories about how Nashville was, and is today. Joe is best known for his days, sorry, daze at 103 KDF and 105.9 The Rock, while John’s reference at News-2 is as Sports Director and hosting “Titans on 2 with Jeff Fisher.” That second cup of coffee takes place when you are done with the morning rush and settling into the day. “Second Cup of Joe… And John” won’t change the world, but it will make you smile and feel as if you know Middle Tennessee, and yourself, a little bit better.
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John’s office view is an envious one, looking out at adoring audiences around the world celebrating TheMonkees incredible six-decade musical extravaganza. That’s a long way from being a fired pawnbroker, andpizza delivery guy working the 80’s heavy metal scene in Los Angeles. This high energy, animated, oftenhilarious conversation, now available on YouTube (Search: Second Cup of Joe and John and look for theblack/orange logo) reveals how he landed in bands for Donna Summer, Wynonna, Tanya, and Rick Springfield.Details of how he met his wife will have you believing in second chances. AMONG THE TOPICS:INAPPROPRIATE BEHAVIOR ON THE ROAD, NIGHTS AT THE LIPSTICK LOUNGE, MEETING DE NIRO,THE JAPANESE ROLLING STONES AND WHY THE AUDITION OF HIS LIFE ALMOST DIDN’T HAPPEN.
Who can teach swimming lessons without a pool during Covid? Brenda, that’s who. The Marietta, Georgia native has loved the water since birth. The Auburn University graduate explains why her career path to leading the Nashville Dolphins wasn’t a straight 50-meter freestyle race. The nonprofits mission of teaching children and adults with special needs has impacted thousands of people since 2003. As the only full-time staffer, Brenda explains the many (swim) caps she wears as she prepares to impact thousands more. AMONG THE TOPICS: AN ALARMING DROWNING RATE, WHY SHE’S CONSIDERED “EXTRA”, CORN DOG DAY, SNOW TUBING, AND MEETING BOB HOPE.
“We can be broke anywhere, so why not Nashville?” were the fateful words from Tony’s wife Jamyi some 40 years ago.Once packed up from Thunderbolt, Georgia it didn’t take long for the aspiring singer/songwriter (and UPS worker) tohave a chance run-in with Garth Brooks. Tony explains the quirky inspiration for writing “The Dance,” which is amonghis four #1 country chart toppers and Brook’s admitted signature song. Dolly, Reba, Emmylou, Trisha, Patty Loveless andLainey Wilson have all recorded his songs. Not bad for a journalism major. AMONG THE TOPICS: WHY YOU CAN’T PICKAND CHOOSE YOUR MEMORIES, DISCOVERING THERE ARE TWO NINE O’CLOCKS, A 1967 OPEL KADET, AND WHY ATEENAGE SUMMER GAVE HIM KEYS TO THE KINGDOM.
Bagging groceries at Kroger to a Hall of Fame sportwriting career? Mike explains why there aren’t any steps in betweenand takes a deep dive into why he has survives and thrives in an endangered profession. A Middle Tennessee native,Mike has interviewed a Who’s Who including Muhammed Ali, Arnold Palmer, Walter Payton and Bo Jackson revealingwhich basketball legend tops his list. Admitting to burn out, listen to why a world record deer helped rekindle his lovefor reporting. Nobody in Nashville-area sports journalism has covered more games and met more deadlines than thisson of a guitar player. AMONG THE TOPICS: GOLF IS NOT AN OPTION, PLAYING SEMI-TOUGH FOOTBALL, A BEATLESREUNION, ON THE VANDY BEAT (DOWN), AND NEWSPAPER’S EVOLVING BUSINESS MODEL.
Don’t dare tell this self-made media business mogul that radio has gone the way of Blockbuster. Proof that Tony wasalways going to be a high achiever, he built a radio station at 13-years old in his Ft. Wayne, Indiana basement. Every daysince he’s been either on the airwaves or managing radio stations, launching Kensington Digital Media in 2011.Currently owning a dozen call letters including WHPY-FM Hippie Radio in Nashville, he’s half of “Nashville’s MorningShow with Pam & Tony” on the Hippie. With five children and ten grandchildren, Tony and wife Leann continue tomanage day-to-day operations of one of Nashville’s media mainstays. AMONG THE TOPICS; WHY HE NEVER WAS ASMOKER OR A DRINKER; MEETING THE HOME RUN KING WHILE UPSETTING HIS WIFE; CHEER, CHEER FOR OLD NOTREDAME AND HOW COVID LED HIM TO EARNING HIS PILOT’S LICENSE.
Jackie credits her career ascent to a late afternoon meeting with a boss who she thought was going to fire her. TheNew Mexico native reveals what she said in that meeting, along with her other defining moments in a crowded Nashvillepublic relations scene. Her jam is “moment making that ends up in yielding press” for more than two decades, creatinga boutique and branding agency. Serving on several boards, including the American Music Association, Jackie’s passionincludes striving to break new ground for underserved members of the entertainment community. AMONG THETOPICS: OZZIE’S LAST STAND, HOW DOES DICK CLARK EVEN HAPPEN? “BLISSING OUT” ON HALL & OATES, WHAT SHETHINKS OF PEOPLE WHO ARE MEAN TO ANIMALS, AND BRINGING TELEMUNDO TO THE RED CARPET.
(Joe and John have wrecked a car and flown to London since the last recording and need a quick summer hiatus. Enjoythe March 2 nd release with one of the best TV people in business).Dan did his first weather forecast at age six and hasn’t stopped since (he is not kidding and has the tape to prove it). ABoston area native, the Penn State student’s path to Nashville took more twists and turns than a wind-blowntumbleweed in America’s heartland. A Captain in the U.S. Air Force, he didn’t land his then-ultimate assignment butdoesn’t regret any of his eight moves. Find out what life lesson Tom Brady taught him, while becoming one of the mostrespected meteorologists in the country. AMONG THE TOPICS: HIS CRACKER BARREL EPIPHANY, DID HE GET HISAUTOGRAPH ORR NOT?, PARENTAL ADVICE FOR ALL YOUR EYES, THE MOMENT HE FELL IN LOVE WITH HIS WIFE, ANDWHY HE HAS A PALM TREE AT OPRYLAND HOTEL BUT DOESN’T KNOW WHERE IT IS.
The son of “Mad Men” advertising parents, the Queens, New York native was at the epicenter of the 1970’s Californiamusic scene. Best known for his 1978 hit single “Magnet and Steel”, Walter has 15 solo albums to his credit andexponentially more anecdotes reflecting on living the rock ‘n roll lifestyle. 77 years-young July 12th , Egan’s story oftension in the studio while working with (and dating) Stevie Nicks makes you feel you are in the room with them.AMONG THE TOPICS: WALT’S MUSIC VAULT, HIS CONNECTION TO A BOND GIRL, WHY HAVING ONE ICONIC HIT ISN’TA CURSE, AND EAST NASHVILLE MEMORIES.
It’s another edition of the longtime buddies flying solo (or is that duo?) covering a ridiculous range of topics such as; the raging speed bump debate, fast food drive-thru hassles, the “YMCA” song, what it’s like to pilot a Lear jet at 45,000 feet, John’s romantic getaway that ends up with a rash, Don Shula’s death stare, that time Bryant Gumbel gave Joe the big blow off, why men flying in flip flops is just dead wrong, wild animals on the loose in Middle Tennessee, and offering free T-shirts. Be part of a future shows by emailing secondcupofjoeandjohn@gmail.com with your comments, likes, dislikes and stories. They would love to hear from you. They are lonely. Enjoy!
This Hendersonville High School “Golden Girl” has a colorful, winding life journey, making her mark as a Nashville area talentbuyer and business owner. There aren’t many challenges she hasn’t answered. Booking a jazz series in Lebanon,Tennessee? Check. Making a last-minute pitch to launch a shop at Nashville International Airport? Check. Playing withCharlie Daniels? Check. Launching The Nashvegas Entertainment Group? Check. A must listen is why the “like” buttonled her to her husband John Billings (bassist for The Monkeys). AMONG THE TOPICS: HOW A NASVHILLE JAM SESSIONCONCEPT MORPHED INTO REALITY, MAINTAINING THE NASHVILLE WAY, HER HUBBIE’S TEARJERKING COMPLIMENT,AND WHY SHE WOULD HAVE RUN FAR AWAY WHEN SHE WAS 18.
Care to join a couple of guys shooting the breeze? They take the podcast to the next level, asking, begging, imploringyou to email them at secondcupofjoeandjohn@gmail.com or engage on the show’s social media to add to futureconversations. Joe reveals what it was like to be a big-time DJ (John’s words, not Joe’s), favorite concerts, cars, throwingaway Emmy’s, favorite sandwiches, Cam Ward, Garanimals (you remember them), and Dads. Add your two cents.Guest ideas? Send your thought on all and everything you heard, and they promise to read your response. No responseis too short or too small. Get ready to hear your name on the next “Just” edition!
When “Bulger’s Beat” came on TV, you stopped what you were doing to check it out. The Chicago native brought hisfolksy storytelling to Nashville’s NBC affiliate in 1990. For nearly 36 years Terry profiled ordinary people withextraordinary life lessons. After a road trip to Amarillo and a cup of coffee in Des Moines, Terry explains why Nashvillebecame home, with TV viewers adding one more smile to their day. His 2005 Taylor Swift interview has become aninternet sensation, but he reveals why he’s most proud of just getting in the car with no story and often created watercooler conversation the next morning. AMONG THE TOPICS: THE SCENE AT A FORMULA ONE RACE, WHY HE MAYHAVE SOLD A HOTDOG TO THE POPE (THIS WAS RECORD JUST HOURS BEFORE THE ANNOUNCEMENT), BREAKFASTWITH A BASEBALL GREAT, TV’S WORST ENEMY, AND A NEW FAVORITE EAST NASHVILLE RESTAURANT.
A self-proclaimed “vocal enhancer” Lisa wasn’t cynical enough to launch a career in journalism, her major at WesternKentucky University (She was on the 5-year plan). The Elizabethton, Kentucky native landed in Nashville with severalsinging opportunities including the heavy metal band Warning, only to depart in a dramatic business divorce. She is nowthe long time co-owner of Suzie’s Café while her husband runs a non-profit helping people find furniture to restart theirlives. One music critic described her as a “Southern lady who sings with passion, conviction and severe skill.”AMONG THE TOPICS: GOLFING IN CABO, NEVER DRINKS COFFEE BUT RUNS A COFFEE SHOP, CORVAIR LOVER, ANDWHY HER FAVOTIRE PLACE ON EARTH ISN’T VERY FAR.
An international hand therapist by trade, this Brentwood resident is among only 10 people to have competed in theRock “n” Roll Marathon (either running the full or half) every year since 2000. Admittedly a late bloomer, the 66-year-old explains her goal is to be the “last man standing,” Mary also reveals why her husband is her inspiration. Her streakincludes fighting adversity, at 7,000 feet, a heartful thank you to a police officer and which competitors should betasered (not really). AMONG THE TOPICS: KICKING THE HABIT, WHY IT’S IMPORTANT TO CHOOSE YOUR PARENTSWISELY, WHY RUNNING ISN’T WHAT TAKES HER TO KENYA, AND HOW RUNNING CLEARS HER MIND.
Don’t throw a pity party for Chase, because he’ll just stand you up, even though he has a “dead leg” (Deadleg Media is the name of his company). Born with cerebral palsy, this Nashville native is leaning into his disability with humor and strength, explaining why misery is beautiful. (Yep, he actually makes a case). Breaking the social media code with recent YouTube videos going viral, this son of a musician chronicles his motorcycle life on the road with relatable tales. You can almost feel the wind in your face, while absorbing a life lesson or two from this likeable young man. Also, I bet he can bench more than you. AMONG THE TOPICS: RIDING TO SCHOOL LISTENING TO JOE ELVIS, WHAT IS JAZZ FUNK? NASHVILLE SHORES CELEBRITY SIGHTING, CLOSE CALLS ON A HARLEY, AND THE LONGEST TWO MINUTES OF A STAND-UP OF A WOULD BE COMEDIAN.
Few people can claim two elite professional careers in one lifetime. Moving from California to Covington, Tennessee atan early age, Lisa toured the world as a flight attendant eventually assigned to professional sports teams’ charters. Goldmedal winners, college basketball champions and NBA world champions, are on her aviation resume and yes, theTennessee Titans. Pivoting to real estate, Lisa earned her way up through the ranks and now leads one of the topcommercial estate companies with a global footprint. AMONG THE TOPICS: OSAKA, JAPAN HERE I COME. I DOKARAOKE BUT DON’T REALLY SING. I CAN GET YOU TO THE SUPER BOWL BUT CAN’T WIN IT FOR YOU, AND WY BEINGA WOMAN LEADER IS LIKE A COACH-PLAYER RELATIONSHIP.
Dan did his first weather forecast at age six and hasn’t stopped since (he is not kidding and has the tape to prove it). ABoston area native, the Penn State student’s path to Nashville took more twists and turns than a wind-blowntumbleweed in America’s heartland. A Captain in the U.S. Air Force, he didn’t land his then-ultimate assignment butdoesn’t regret any of his eight moves. Find out what life lesson Tom Brady taught him, while becoming one of the mostrespected meteorologists in the country. AMONG THE TOPICS: HIS CRACKER BARREL EPIPHANY, DID HE GET HISAUTOGRAPH ORR NOT?, PARENTAL ADVICE FOR ALL YOUR EYES, THE MOMENT HE FELL IN LOVE WITH HIS WIFE, ANDWHY HE HAS A PALM TREE AT OPRYLAND HOTEL BUT DOESN’T KNOW WHERE IT IS.
Pamela’s Facebook page states: News Anchor, Writer, Voice Over Artist, Background Singer, Lover of God, Family,Friends, Wine, and Men. Behind the mic by the age 14, the North Carolina native set her sights on becoming a gospelsongwriter. Her move to Nashville in 1990 led to a variety of careers, all centered on the radio and music industry. Hervoice and signature red hair (she’s been mistakenly for Wynonna) can be heard on SuperTalk 99.7 WTN along with herduties with the Tennessee Radio Hall of Fame. She reveals her early influences and why she’s so passionate aboutkeeping news reporting above the fray. AMONG THE TOPICS: WHO TOLD HER TO “CHILL CHICK”, REMEMBERING ABELOVED COLLEAGUE, WHY ATLANTA WAS ONE AND DONE, AND WHY A NORTH CAROLINA GIRL SAYS “ROLL TIDE.”
Charlie Mac, (also C-Mac), earned numerous accolades calling games for four SEC schools along with becoming a fanfavorite on WSMV-TV in Nashville. Not bad for a guy who never took a broadcasting class. Admitting that he wasn’t agreat student and driven by fear, the Mississippi native expounds anecdotes regarding some of the biggest names insports including Archie Manning and Walter Payton. Recently profiled in Delta Magazine, his career path, in a paralleluniverse would have been in the music business, fronting several bands through the decades. AMONG THE TOPICS:SERIOUS AS A HEART ATTACK, THE NUMBER ONE SONG THAT GOT AWAY, HIS B.S. RULE, AND HIS SPECIALRELATIONSHIP WITH SWEETNESS.
Many of us have concepts of starting a business from scratch, but few actually do it. Meet Chad Bottorff, a partner atEakin Partners Commercial Real Estate since 2001 and co-founder of TC CRAFT Tequila. Chad and his brother Todd weredetermined to make an ultra-premium tequila with numerous international tasting awards to follow. Educated at MBAand The University of the South, Chad began his professional path with the Tennessee Titans coordinating the NFLteam’s travel and training camp before plunging into the real estate development world and becoming a master distilleror “jimadores.” AMONG THE TOPICS: THE REVIEW OF TOP 5 GOALS FOR 2024, COMING UP WITH A NAME FOR ASPIRIT AIN’T EASY, PLAYING AGAINST EDDIE GEORGE IN HIGH SCHOOL, ULTIMATE DINNER GUESTS AND WHY CHAD’SSECOND FAVORITE TEAM HAS TO BE THE TAMPA BAY BUCANEERS (HINT: HIS WIFE IS INVOLVED).
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