The Sheckler Spotlight

🎙️ Macartney Reinhardt: From Georgia to Nashville – Finding Her Voice | The Sheckler Spotlight Ep. 23

In this episode, Harrison sits down with rising Nashville country recording artist Macartney Reinhardt to explore her musical journey from small-town Georgia to the heart of Music City. A relative of the legendary Django Reinhardt, Macartney has been surrounded by music since she could walk—and started voice lessons before...

Taylon Hope: Staying True to Your Roots in Country Music | The Sheckler Spotlight Ep. 22

In this episode of The Sheckler Spotlight, Harrison sits down with rising country music artist Taylon Hope, whose voice and heart are as big as the Blue Ridge Mountains she calls home. Born in West Jefferson, North Carolina, Taylon began singing at age four, and has since shared stages with legends like Dolly Parton and performe...

Robert Mack: The Art and Science of Happiness | The Sheckler Spotlight Ep. 21

What does it truly mean to be happy—and how can we cultivate lasting fulfillment? In this inspiring conversation, Harrison sits down with Robert Mack, an Ivy League–educated positive psychology expert, celebrity happiness coach, and bestselling author of Happiness from the Inside Out and Love from the Inside Out.

Robert has been featured on...

🎙️ Dr. Heather Thompson Day: Finding a Moment | The Sheckler Spotlight Ep. 20

In this inspiring episode of The Sheckler Spotlight, Dr. Heather Thompson Day—bestselling author, interdenominational speaker, and founder of It Is Written Ministries—joins Harrison to explore what it means to make a moment for someone.

Heather shares her remarkable story of faith, growing up as the daughter of a Broadway performer turned pastor, ...

🎙️ David Leonard: Songwriting that Connects Heaven and Home | The Sheckler Spotlight Ep. 19

In Episode 19 of The Sheckler Spotlight, Harrison welcomes Grammy-nominated artist, worship leader, and songwriter David Leonard for a conversation that goes beyond music into the heart of faith, doubt, and creativity.

David shares how growing up in the church and journeying through seasons of loss and uncertainty shaped his ...

🎙️ Dale Brisby: The World's Greatest Bull Rider (And Most Humble Cowboy) | The Sheckler Spotlight Ep. 18

Step into the arena with the world’s greatest bull rider—Dale Brisby. In this episode, Dale shares his incredible journey from riding bulls at age nine to building a Western lifestyle brand and becoming a Netflix star on How to Be a Cowboy. We dive into the real meaning of being a cowboy, the dangers (and addictive thri...

🎙️ Isaac Immanuel: Broken Bones, Unshakable Faith | The Sheckler Spotlight Ep. 17

From Broken Bones to Unbreakable Faith: Isaac Immanuel’s Story

In this inspiring episode, Harrison sits down with worship leader and songwriter Isaac Immanuel, whose life is a testament to resilience, purpose, and the grace of God. Born with osteogenesis imperfecta—also known as brittle bone disease—Isaac has endured over 300 bone frac...

Lauren Leonard: From NFL Cheerleader to Mental Health Trailblazer | The Sheckler Spotlight Ep. 16

From the bright lights of the NFL to the quiet stillness of a beachside encounter with God, Lauren Leonard’s story is one of transformation, resilience, and divine purpose. A former Dallas Cowboys and Miami Dolphins cheerleader turned emergency room nurse, Lauren now channels her energy into mental health advocacy and tech entr...

🎻 Philip Bowen: Fiddling Through Appalachia and Viral Fame | The Sheckler Spotlight Ep. 15

From the mountains of West Virginia to the semifinals of America’s Got Talent, Philip Bowen has become a viral force for good — blending Appalachian fiddle traditions with heart, hustle, and a deep love for storytelling.

In this powerful and uplifting episode, Philip opens up about:
 🎶 His unique fiddle style and Appalachian roots...

Rich O'Toole: Sober, Smart, and Still Singing | The Sheckler Spotlight Ep. 14

Texas singer-songwriter Rich O'Toole joins Harrison for a raw and powerful conversation about sobriety, addiction, anxiety, and resilience. With over 50 million streams to his name and a brain that moves like a Ferrari, Rich opens up about his journey through rehab, the truth behind his “outlaw” reputation, and why creativity — from songwriting to...

🎙️ Cindy Stibbard: Divorce Redefined — Clarity, Courage, and Healing | The Sheckler Spotlight Ep. 13

Certified relationship and divorce coach Cindy Stibbard joins Harrison for a raw and insightful conversation about emotional disconnection, relationship recovery, and personal transformation. From enduring a 22-year marriage to becoming a guiding voice for thousands, Cindy shares her journey with honesty and hope.

Together, ...

🎙️ Ryan Kalish: From MLB to Uganda | The Sheckler Spotlight Ep. 12

From Fenway Park to feeding children in Africa—Ryan Kalish’s journey is anything but ordinary.

In this powerful episode, former Red Sox and Cubs outfielder Ryan Kalish opens up about his unexpected path from pro baseball to global humanitarian work. After enduring 14 surgeries and retiring early, Ryan found healing through Pilates, spiritual exploration, and...

🎙 Larry Hankin: The Ultimate “That Guy” | The Sheckler Spotlight Ep. 11

You’ve seen him in Friends, Seinfeld, Breaking Bad, Billy Madison, and Escape from Alcatraz — but today, legendary character actor and Oscar-nominated filmmaker Larry Hankin steps into the spotlight for a raw, hilarious, and unexpectedly moving conversation.

From battling undiagnosed dyslexia and surviving a wild college experience to his creative obses...

Rose Reid: Acting, Writing, and Living Creatively | The Sheckler Spotlight Ep. 10

Rose Reid is one of the most interesting people I’ve come across—an actress, writer, and creative soul who continually pushes herself with new projects, yet carries herself with rare humility. From her breakout roles in Finding You and Surprised by Oxford, to writing sci-fi adventures like The Lightning Code, Rose lives and breathes st...

Billy Hallowell: Faith, Skepticism, and the Miraculous | The Sheckler Spotlight Ep. 9

In this powerful episode of The Sheckler Spotlight, host Harrison Sheckler is joined by journalist, author, and digital TV host Billy Hallowell to explore the intersection of faith, skepticism, and the supernatural.

Billy opens up about his decades-long career covering spiritual phenomena, his personal faith journey, and what he discovered ...

In this heartfelt episode of The Sheckler Spotlight, Dr. Harrison Sheckler welcomes Annie B. Mayfield — 7-time author, 5-time Amazon bestseller, and host of the Made to Shine podcast — for a powerful conversation on faith, identity, social media, and trusting God's timing. 

Annie opens up about her writing journey, finding her voice through vulnerability, and why her newest book U-Matter: Building Your Worth on the Mark of ...

Stephanie Ryann: Storytelling in Every Song | The Sheckler Spotlight Ep. 7

In this episode of The Sheckler Spotlight, Harrison sits down with country singer-songwriter Stephanie Ryann, one of the most refreshing and fearless voices in independent music today. A former fashion model and volunteer firefighter, Stephanie has been blazing her own trail since her 2018 debut—earning fans across the country with her authentic lyri...

In this episode of The Sheckler Spotlight, host Harrison Sheckler sits down with rising Christian rock artist Haley Jones—a bold new voice in worship music whose songs blend gospel power, southern grit, and raw authenticity. With breakout tracks like “Not Today” and “Crazy Good,” Haley is redefining what Christian music can sound like: edgy, honest, and unshakably rooted in faith.

Haley shares her inspiring journey from a g...

In this powerful episode of The Sheckler Spotlight, Harrison sits down with Matt Chenard, a business, leadership, and life coach for Christian men. From hockey rinks in Alberta to the frontlines of faith-based entrepreneurship, Matt shares his journey through personal trials—burnout, business setbacks, autoimmune illness—and how he emerged with a Christ-centered mission: to help men lead with integrity, resilience, and pur...