Second Cup of Joe...and John

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 s...

“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) to
have a chance run-in with Garth Brooks. Tony explains the quirky inspiration for writing “The Dance,” which is among
his four #1 country chart toppers and Brook’s admitted signature song...

Bagging groceries at Kroger to a Hall of Fame sportwriting career? Mike explains why there aren’t any steps in between
and 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 revealing
which basketball legend tops his list. Admitting to burn out, listen to ...

Don’t dare tell this self-made media business mogul that radio has gone the way of Blockbuster. Proof that Tony was
always going to be a high achiever, he built a radio station at 13-years old in his Ft. Wayne, Indiana basement. Every day
since 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 Radi...

Jackie credits her career ascent to a late afternoon meeting with a boss who she thought was going to fire her. The
New Mexico native reveals what she said in that meeting, along with her other defining moments in a crowded Nashville
public relations scene. Her jam is “moment making that ends up in yielding press” for more than two decades, creating
a boutique and branding agency. Serving on several boards, includ...

(Joe and John have wrecked a car and flown to London since the last recording and need a quick summer hiatus. Enjoy
the 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). A
Boston area native, the Penn State student’s path to Nashville took more twists and turns than a wind-blown
tum...

The son of “Mad Men” advertising parents, the Queens, New York native was at the epicenter of the 1970’s California
music scene. Best known for his 1978 hit single “Magnet and Steel”, Walter has 15 solo albums to his credit and
exponentially more anecdotes reflecting on living the rock ‘n roll lifestyle. 77 years-young July 12th , Egan’s story of
tension in the studio while working with (and dating) Stevie Nicks m...

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, w...

This Hendersonville High School “Golden Girl” has a colorful, winding life journey, making her mark as a Nashville area talent
buyer 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 with
Charlie Daniels? Check. Launching The Nashvegas Entertainment ...

Care to join a couple of guys shooting the breeze? They take the podcast to the next level, asking, begging, imploring
you to email them at secondcupofjoeandjohn@gmail.com or engage on the show’s social media to add to future
conversations. Joe reveals what it was like to be a big-time DJ (John’s words, not Joe’s), favorite concerts, cars, throwing
away Emmy’s, favorite sandwiches, Cam Ward, Garanimals (you rememb...

When “Bulger’s Beat” came on TV, you stopped what you were doing to check it out. The Chicago native brought his
folksy storytelling to Nashville’s NBC affiliate in 1990. For nearly 36 years Terry profiled ordinary people with
extraordinary life lessons. After a road trip to Amarillo and a cup of coffee in Des Moines, Terry explains why Nashville
became home, with TV viewers adding one more smile to their day. His...

A self-proclaimed “vocal enhancer” Lisa wasn’t cynical enough to launch a career in journalism, her major at Western
Kentucky University (She was on the 5-year plan). The Elizabethton, Kentucky native landed in Nashville with several
singing opportunities including the heavy metal band Warning, only to depart in a dramatic business divorce. She is now
the long time co-owner of Suzie’s Café while her husband runs a...

An international hand therapist by trade, this Brentwood resident is among only 10 people to have competed in the
Rock “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 streak
includes fighting adversity, at 7,000 feet, a heartful thank y...

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 ...

Few people can claim two elite professional careers in one lifetime. Moving from California to Covington, Tennessee at
an early age, Lisa toured the world as a flight attendant eventually assigned to professional sports teams’ charters. Gold
medal winners, college basketball champions and NBA world champions, are on her aviation resume and yes, the
Tennessee Titans. Pivoting to real estate, Lisa earned her way up ...

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). A
Boston area native, the Penn State student’s path to Nashville took more twists and turns than a wind-blown
tumbleweed in America’s heartland. A Captain in the U.S. Air Force, he didn’t land his then-ultimate assignment but
doesn’t regret any of his eight moves. Find out what life lesson Tom B...

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 gospel
songwriter. Her move to Nashville in 1990 led to a variety of careers, all centered on the radio and music industry. Her
voice and signature red hair (she’s been mistakenly for Wynonna) can...

Charlie Mac, (also C-Mac), earned numerous accolades calling games for four SEC schools along with becoming a fan
favorite on WSMV-TV in Nashville. Not bad for a guy who never took a broadcasting class. Admitting that he wasn’t a
great student and driven by fear, the Mississippi native expounds anecdotes regarding some of the biggest names in
sports including Archie Manning and Walter Payton. Recently profiled in ...

Many of us have concepts of starting a business from scratch, but few actually do it. Meet Chad Bottorff, a partner at
Eakin Partners Commercial Real Estate since 2001 and co-founder of TC CRAFT Tequila. Chad and his brother Todd were
determined to make an ultra-premium tequila with numerous international tasting awards to follow. Educated at MBA
and The University of the South, Chad began his professional path wi...