Everyday People, Extraordinary Lives
Join host Kerry Stiles and a variety of guests as they discuss the extraordinary details behind their seemingly normal lives
Episodes
93 episodes
E94. Workplace Specialist Tom Mahan: The Employers And Employees Of Tomorrow
Tom Mahan, the founder and chairman of Work Institute, joins Kerry to discuss his mission of reducing turnover in the workplace and educating employers about what their employees want out of a career. He walks through the real consequences of l...
Music Legends Series 11: Hall of Fame Songwriter Rafe Van Hoy
Songwriting legend Rafe Van Hoy joins Kerry and Lisa to discuss his incredible career. Rafe discusses starting his career at 17, his first publishing deal, and the incredible number of cuts he's had throughout his career. Rafe dives into his ca...
E92. Former Nashville SC Star: Teal Bunbury
Major League Soccer player Teal Bunbury joins Kerry to discuss his professional soccer career, in which he won the Supporters' Shield with the New England Revolution and the U.S. Open Cup with Nashville SC. Teal discusses growing up in a soccer...
Music Legends Series E10: Grammy Award-Winning Songwriter Frank J. Myers
Kerry and Lisa talk with singer-songwriter, producer, and exceptional guitarist Frank J. Myers about his legendary career and unforgettable music. Frank discusses growing up in a musical family and his early days in Nashville with Eddy Raven. H...
Music Legends Series E9: Seasoned Agent Charles Dorris
This episode's music legend is none other than Charles Dorris, a music business leader in the country and Christian music scenes. Charles walks Lisa and Kerry through his career highlights, like his early days as a music professional booking gi...
E89. Hattie Jo's Magnolias: How The Loss Of Matt and Macy Collins' Daughter Bloomed Into Something Beautiful
Matt and Macy Collins lost their four-and-a-half-year-old daughter, Hattie Jo, in 2020 when an EF4 tornado hit their home in Cookeville, Tennessee. Now, six years later, Matt joins Kerry to discuss how her legacy is honored by giving back to co...
E88. My Nothing Is Someone Else's Everything: Dr. Barb Rembiesa’s 48 Acts To Give Back
Author, entrepreneur, and founder Dr. Barb Rembiesa talks with Kerry about her new book, My Nothing Is Someone Else's Everything: How Small Acts Can Create Big Change. She talks about how people can view their gifts and talents as insi...
E87. Leveling The Playing Field: Dr. Mark Whitefield And AI In Everyday Life
Implant dentist Dr. Mark Whitefield sits down with Kerry to discuss how artificial intelligence makes a difference in his professional dental practice and personal life. Mark shares his perspective on the direction of AI in the future. He also ...
E86. I Don't Admit To Being Old Yet: Neika Stephens' Five Life Chapters
Neika Stephens, at 91 years young, joins Kerry to discuss the blessings of life. Neika talks about everything from being an executive in country music to raising horses. She also shares about the Stephens Christian Trust and the impact it makes...
E85. How Do You Cross The Road: Coach Paul Simmons
Coach Paul Simmons joins the show to discuss his tenure as the head coach of Harding University's football team. Paul talks about the principles and values he instills in his players and how something as simple as crossing the road with care ca...
E84: From Awful to Awesome: Marsha Herndon's Remarkable Cancer Recovery
Content Advisory: This episode is not and should not be interpreted as medical advice. This is one story in a sea of many. Please consult with a physician before trying any alternative medicine solutions. Marsha Herndon and her hus...
E83. More Than Just A Preacher: Dale Jenkins' Life In Ministry
Preacher Dale Jenkins joins the show to discuss his extraordinary career in ministry. From preaching at a predominantly black church to picking up a hidden talent of hypnotism, he shares some of his favorite stories as a servant of faith. Dale ...
Music Legends Series 8: Award-Winning Songwriter Tony Arata
Grammy-nominated songwriter Tony Arata sits down with Kerry and Lisa for another Music Legends Series special. The soulful storyteller breaks down the story and history behind his Garth Brooks hit, "The Dance," which won ACM Song of the Year in...
E81. The Less I Care The Better I Am: Comedian Marcus Saputo
Clean comedian Marcus Saputo jokes with Kerry about his career making people laugh. Marcus breaks down the art (and balance) of working the crowd, how he sources his best bits, and the secret to making it all work on stage. He also shares the b...
E80: Inside The Yankees Dugout: Coach Casey Dykes
Casey Dykes joins the show to discuss his role as a hitting coach for one of the nation's most prolific MLB franchises: The New York Yankees. Casey walks through a day in his life mid-season, as well as some of the tactics he uses for coaching ...
E79. Help Yourself First: Kate Rybina's Three Tips For Preventing Burnout
Kate Rybina, originally from Moscow, planted roots in Bowling Green, Kentucky, in 2023 with her husband and kids. She talks about the American culture that welcomed her and how the transition inspired and motivated her to begin writing a book. ...
Music Legends Series E7: Steve Ivey's Unsung Heroes
Two-time Emmy award-winner and Grammy nominee Steve Ivey joins Kerry and Lisa for the seventh episode of the Music Legends Series. This multi-instrumentalist talks about his early years before he found himself playing, writing, and recording wi...
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Music Legends Series E6: Bobby Tomberlin's Career From Airwaves To Guitar Strings
At the age of 11, Bobby Tomberlin interviewed music legends like Johnny Cash for his local radio station in Alabama. Years later, Bobby wrote "One More Day" and became a music legend himself. Since his rise to songwriting fame, Bobby racked up ...
E76. Relationships Equal Success: Mark Whitlock's Broad Work In Mass Media
Author, marketing strategist, and radio personality Mark Whitlock joins the show to recount his journey across the media landscape. From journalism and broadcast radio to working at a marketing agency, Mark shares what ties them all together: s...
Music Legends Series E5: Genre-Defying Singer-Songwriter Michael Martin Murphey
Singer-songwriter, country music trailblazer, and now movie star Michael Martin Murphey joins the Music Legends Series to talk about everything from country to pop and the stories behind some of the songs he's recorded throughout his storied ca...
E74. I'm Glad You Haven't Had To: Nancy and Kendall Osman's Story
Nancy and Kendall Osman join Kerry to discuss the loss of their son and brother, Ty Osman Jr., and husband and father, Ty Osman Sr. The pair discusses the legacy their loved ones left behind, the work they picked up to carry forward that legacy...
E73. Beyond Blessed: Tricia Thornton's Seven Principles For Parenting
Therapist, author, and speaker Tricia Thornton returns to the show to discuss her newest book, "Beyond Blessed Parenting: Embrace These Seven Principles and Experience Authentic Connection." Tricia walks through the process and inspiration of t...
E72. Sins Of The Father: David Estes' Uphill Battle Against Childhood Abuse
*Content Warning: This episode contains an interview about sexual, physical, and domestic abuse. Please listen at your own discretion.*David Estes, minister at Western Hills Church of Christ, joins the show to share his story. David talk...
Music Legends Series E4. Hall Of Fame Musician And Producer Norbert Putnam: Wake Up Put!
Musicians Hall of Fame session player, studio owner, and record producer Norbert Putnam joins Kerry and Lisa to discuss his career from playing bass in Elvis Presley's studio sessions to producing records for Jimmy Buffett. Norbert discusses hi...
E70. God Is In The Waiting: How Karen Moore Overcame Struggles of Infertility And Failed Adoptions
Guest host Jill Freeze returns to interview Karen Moore about her journey through infertility and multiple adoption attempts. Karen recounts the challenges she overcame to become a mother of two. She explains how faith grounded her expectations...