Not A Rockstar with Corey Evitts
Ride along with me in my Honda Odyssey as I talk to the REAL Rockstars, all while living my lifelong dream of being a full-time musician.
Episodes
38 episodes
S2 E21 // Mr. Weatherman with Trent Okerson
Trent Okerson shares the details of his journey from a storm-obsessed Kindergartner to regional celebrity and WPSD’s Chief Meteorologist. Trent and Corey discuss the challenges with predictions, weather conspiracies, and life-saving forec...
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Episode 21
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51:55
S2 E20 // The Great Halloween Draft of 2025 with Sam Blalock
Sam Blalock returns to compete against Corey to design the best Halloween party of all time! The guys take turns “drafting” their favorite elements for a spooky shindig.
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Episode 20
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1:08:18
S2 E19 // Comics, Collectibles, & Craftsmanship with Jeff Bazzell
Jeff Bazzell of Crash Comics educates Corey on the origins of comic books and the art of collecting them, and then talks about the world of Cons, collectibles, and his recent leap into 3D printing.
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Episode 19
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1:22:06
S2 E18 // The Greatest Horror Movie Ever with Sam Blalock
Friend and fellow musician, Sam Blalock, joins Corey to discuss their favorite movie, John Carpenter’s Halloween (1978). They both recount their first experience with the Michael Myers character, and then discuss how the film was made and...
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Episode 18
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1:07:49
S2 E17 // The American Cancer Society with Mandie Ernst
Mandie Ernst joins to discuss financial transparency and accountability within the American Cancer Society, their process for funding research, and the resources available to cancer patients and their families.
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Episode 17
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1:18:47
S2 E16 // It’s Time to Represent with Patrick Windhorst
Corey is joined by Illinois State Representative, Patrick Windhorst, to discuss the current political climate in America, the effect it has on State and Local Government, and the unique power dynamics at play in Springfield.
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Episode 16
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1:45:04
S2 E15 // MPOWER PADUCAH WITH FOSTER STACY & JAKE MYERS
Today we talk with Foster and Jake about MPower Paducah, the Jake Myers Band, and Corey's new band, Corey Evitts and Revolver, playing their first Paducah show.
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Episode 15
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1:00:41
S2 E14 // Many Shades of Blue part 2 with Stan Diggs
Stan Diggs returns to discuss the longest standoff in Illinois State history, his time fighting organized crime as a member of an elite tech unit, and his current bid to become the Sheriff of Williamson County, Illinois.
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Episode 14
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57:42
S2 E13 // Many Shades of Blue with Stan Diggs
Stan Diggs turned childhood tragedy into 28 years of service as a State Trooper. He broke barriers as the first African American officer in Carmi, IL, and then spent 3 years undercover exposing drug dealers and dirty cops before risking h...
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Episode 13
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1:24:09
S2 E12 // Money (That’s What I Want) with Sherry Wade
Corey talks to his accountant, Sherry Wade, about American generosity & greed, the madness of tax season, teaching financial literacy, and Corey’s collection of Michael Myers dolls!
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Episode 12
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1:02:15
S2 E11 // The Sons of Service with Dan “Kortez” Korte
In Part 2 of our series on biker culture, Corey talks to Dan “Kortez” Korte about his love of bikes, his career in law enforcement, and his commitment to his Riding Club, The Sons of Service.
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Episode 11
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1:07:34
S2 E10 // Born Again To Be Wild with Chris Harnetiaux
Corey talks to Chris Harnetiaux: a biker, Pastor, and member of the Bond Slaves Motorcycle Club. Chris introduces Corey to biker culture and discusses how his faith and love for bikes work together.
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Episode 10
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1:24:11
S2 E9 // 5 Tracks For Freedom with Andrew Allen
Corey and his friend and bandmate, Andrew Allen, discuss the motivations behind Corey’s new EP, the recording and editing process, and their frantic push to release the EP last month!
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Episode 9
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1:06:04
S2 E8 // Long Live Cowgirls with Haley & Mia Anderson
Corey talks to cowgirl sisters, Haley and Mia Anderson, about country livin’, raising and training horses, and that d@mned ol’ rodeo-oh!!!
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Episode 8
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1:46:35
S2 E7 // Called to Serve with Andy Evitts
Corey talks with his cousin and role model, Andy Evitts. They discuss Andy’s role in the Air Force and reminisce about growing up in a large family that includes veterans of every major period of history. At the end, Corey honors on...
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Episode 7
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1:40:33
S2 E6 // The Grass is BLUE-er Pt 2 with Josh Williams
We pick back up this week with Josh Williams as he tells us how he overcame addiction, focuses on family, and what music and playing guitar is like in this stage of life.
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Episode 6
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1:05:21
S2 E5 // The Grass is BLUE-er Pt. 1 with Josh Williams
Part 1 of Corey’s discussion with Bluegrass legend, Josh Williams. They discuss humble beginnings, Bluegrass music, fame, and the temptations that come with it.
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Episode 5
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1:16:10
S2 E4 // Corey Rides Solo
In this power episode, become a true Corey insider. Listen as Corey tells us his story, his calling, and his passion.
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Episode 4
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59:57
S2 E2 // Be the Change with Laura Roberts & Tom Harness
This week we are talking about Empower Paducah, helping area families and veterans through two local charity organizations.
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Episode 2
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1:21:20
S2 E1 // On the Road Again with Daniel Neihoff
Welcome to Season 2 of the Not a Rockstar Podcast. This week we speak with Daniel Neihoff about writing songs, touring, and what fuels his passion.
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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1:31:39
S1 E16 // Merry Christmas with Corey's Mom
My favorite episode ever.. today, I talk with my mom!
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Season 1
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Episode 16
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1:23:22
S1 E15 // Matty Boz Goes Solo with Matt Basler
Matt Basler joins Corey and they talk about living life as a musician, and family and friends.
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Season 1
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Episode 15
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1:12:37