Check Out Our Playlist All About: Service

On today's episode the word is "Service" and Rick K. Jones explores how the Vietnam war impacted Baby Boomers and reflects on the importance of remembering those who sacrificed for our freedoms. Then he sits down with his pal Rick Ford who shares his remarkable journey from growing up in Louisville, Kentucky, to serving in the army, leading innovative projects in sports broadcasting, and mentoring the next generation through his work with high schools and the military. Discover how his leadership, technological foresight, and commitment to service have shaped his impactful career. As always Rick shares "A trip down memory lane" a great place to eat "On the Road with Rick" and everyone's favorite opinion piece "the BOOM".

Listen to our Playlist about Kindness: HERE

Today's word of the day is "Kindness" and no one exemplifies this virtue more than Sylvia Allen. Tune in to find out how Sylvia Allen transformed her career from sales, radio and sponsorship marketing to creating life-changing initiatives in Uganda. Her journey exemplifies resilience, innovation, and a deep commitment to making a difference in the world. Plus, Rick shares another great playlist, a trip down memory lane and as always...a great place to eat.

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On today's episode the word of the day is LEADERSHIP, particularly as it pertains to the baby boomer generation. Join Rick K. Jones as he interviews his pal Larry Templeton, former AD for Mississippi State to discuss his incredible career. Larry Templeton shares his insights on leadership, his experiences growing up on a college campus, and the evolution of college athletics. Larry reflects on the significant changes in the landscape of intercollegiate sports, the financial challenges faced by athletic departments, and the importance of maintaining the integrity of college education for student-athletes. Templeton emphasizes the need for strong leadership and the role of athletics in fostering community and pride within universities.

Today's word of the day is 'Reinvention'. In this episode, Rick sits down with his pal Marc Kidd who shares his remarkable journey through the media and sports marketing industry, emphasizing the importance of reinvention, building meaningful relationships, and leaving a lasting legacy. Discover how his diverse experiences and connections have shaped his approach to life and business, especially as a proud grandfather and lifelong learner.

Listen to the Songs that inspired the episode: Ep. 30 Playlist

In this episode, Rick K. Jones explores nostalgia through food, memories, and cultural history with Charlie Toronto, owner of Heritage Werks. The pair discuss the importance of heritage, nostalgia, and storytelling in sports, brands, and personal histories. Tune in to learn more about how preserving the past builds stronger connections and enriches the future.

Listen to the Songs that Inspired the Episode: Ep. 29 Playlist

Today's Word of the Day is "Perspective". Rick K. Jones dives in to the importance of perspective in life, sharing inspiring quotes, stories, and a great playlist to help listeners see the world more clearly and live more intentionally. Plus, he interviews the inspiring Executive Director of "Nations of Coaches", Tommy Kyle who shares the vision and impactful work of Nations of Coaches, emphasizing the spiritual and character development of coaches and athletes. Discover how coaching can be a platform for life-changing influence, supporting coaches' marriages, character, and legacy.

Listen to the Songs that inspired the episode: ep 28 Playlist

On today's episode the word of the day is "Laughter". Rick talks about how laughter and comedy have been a through-line for baby boomers and their generation. From Mel Brooks to the creation of Saturday Night Live the baby boomers have revolutionized comedy and today's guests are authors who have just released a novel all about the comedy world in the 80's. Jennifer Thorne happens to be Rick's incredible daughter and her co-author Lee Kelly joins them to discuss the process of writing such a fantastic and innovative mystery.