Country music singer Madden Metcalf on performing at CMA Fest, debuting Saltwater Southern, and best fishing spots in the Gulf Coast

American Idol star Kimberley Locke on leading Girls on the Run, growing up in Nashville, and her favorite Idol memories

In this episode, former American Idol contestant Kimberley Locke opens up about being the executive director of Girls on the Run Middle Tennessee and what inspired her to help lead the next generation of young girls. Locke discusses the various programs of the non-profit and how the goal is not only to encourage girls to run, but also to make an impact at a critical age when confidence and physical activity decline. Locke also reflects on her time with "American Idol" and her favorite memories from season two of the iconic show.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

Girls flag football coaches on the growth of the sport, 2028 Olympics, and why girls can be easier to coach than boys

In this episode, Tennessee girls' flag football coaches Malek Holman and Thomas Porter open up about the rapid growth of the sport and why it’s quickly taking over Tennessee. Holman, who plays flag football himself, is the head coach of the Lady Blaze flag football team at Blackman High School and discusses the differences between high school flag football and the flag football that will be played in the 2028 Olympics. Porter opens up about leading the first-ever all-girls Tennessee flag football camp and how the sport will hopefully open up more doors for girls at the middle school, high school, and college levels. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

Country music singer Madden Metcalf on performing at CMA Fest, debuting Saltwater Southern, and best fishing spots in the Gulf Coast

In this episode, country music singer and songwriter Madden Metcalf opens up about his journey into country music, including how he went from playing football to playing at CMA Fest in Nashville. The Florida native reflects on growing up on the Florida Gulf Coast, and how it inspired his debut EP Saltwater Southern. Metcalf also discusses some of his favorite fishing spots and the best beaches on the Gulf Coast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

Bestselling author Bonnie-Jill Laflin on becoming the first female NBA scout, remembering Kobe Bryant, and her two new shows on the American Country Network

In this episode, bestselling author Bonnie-Jill Laflin opens up about becoming the first female NBA scout and her time working for the Los Angeles Lakers. Laflin reflects on being a part of the Lakers’ dynasty, including the five championship seasons and the advice that Kobe Bryant gave her. Laflin also discusses her love for country music and the upcoming shows she has on the American Country Network, “Nashville Smoke Show” and “Lady Legends of Country Music.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

Radio host Joe Dubin on Super Bowl coming to Nashville, potential halftime show performers, and how the Titans changed the city's landscape

In this episode, 102.5 The Game radio host and MTSU Football analyst Joe Dubin discusses Nashville being awarded Super Bowl LXIV in 2030 and the events that helped the city win the bid, such as the 2019 NFL Draft. Dubin reflects on when the Oilers first moved to Tennessee and how that changed the evolution of Nashville as a sports city. Dubin also discusses the upcoming 615 Open, a charity golf tournament that raises money for Folds of Honor.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]