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#077 Jim Carter (Rev Cool): Radio, Music & Community Storytelling

Greg Jankowski, The Balance Professor Season 1 Episode 77

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On the IMAGiNE FiTTiNG IN™ Podcast, Rev Cool shares insights on the power of radio, music as mentorship, and why community-based storytelling still matters — especially for young people navigating creativity, identity, and belonging.

Jim shares how radio can mentor young listeners, elevate local artists, and preserve cultural identity in a rapidly changing media landscape.

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Jim Carter, widely known as Rev Cool, is a Dayton, Ohio–based radio DJ, music curator, and longtime cultural voice on WYSO Public Radio. Through decades of broadcasting, Rev Cool has championed independent artists, regional music, and underrepresented voices, helping connect communities through sound and storytelling.

As a trusted tastemaker, Jim’s work goes beyond playlists — he builds bridges between musicians, listeners, and the cultural history that shapes local identity. His deep knowledge of music, combined with an authentic, community-first approach, has made him a respected mentor and advocate within Dayton’s arts ecosystem.

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Welcome to the IMAGiNE FiTTiNG IN™ Podcast, where mentorship, creativity, wellness, and purpose come together to inspire the next generation. Hosted by Greg Alan Jankowski – The Balance Professor, this show explores powerful stories of transformation, resilience, and human potential from athlete...