Best Keri Davis Podcasts (2025)

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The Mississippi Arts Hour | Keri Davis 46:05

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Kristen Brandt talks to Keri Davis. Keri is an artist, teacher, musician, and owner of Pacesetter Gallery, which opened in Flowood in 2021. The gallery features over 60 artists from across Mississippi. Keri has hosted hundreds of events, from art classes, workshops, plein air painting competitions, and creative events for the central MS area. The g…

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An Arts Hour Extra! 15:51

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In this next installment of the Favorite Poem Podcast Project hosted by Mississippi Poet Laureate, poet and memoirist Mike Smith brings us Marianne Moore’s intriguing poem “The Fish.” Please listen—and enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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What It Truly Means to Be One with Jesus — with Neil Broere 1:04:19

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In this episode of The One Big Thing, I sit down with Neil Broere — pastor, writer, Bible teacher, and former missionary to Iraq — for one of the most profound conversations we’ve had on this show. Neil shares what Jesus has been teaching him in this season: union with Christ. We talk about what it really means to be in Him — not just saved by Him,…

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The Mississippi Arts Hour | Charlie Buckley 47:09

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Larry Morrisey travels to Oxford to catch up with painter Charlie Buckley. Buckley remembers his years studying with artist and 2026 Governor’s Arts Awards recipient, Dottie Armstrong. He also explains how his “stacked houses” paintings have transformed into a long-term project for him. He’s now documenting historic buildings in communities across …

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Slowing Down to Hear God’s Voice — with Andy Mason of Heaven in Business 49:14

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In this episode of The One Big Thing, I sit down with my friend Andy Mason, founder of Heaven in Business, to talk about what it really means to walk with God — not just at church, but in every part of life. Andy shares his incredible story of hearing God’s call to leave everything behind in New Zealand and start over in the United States. We talk …

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The Mississippi Arts Hour | Ace Atkins 46:42

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Lauren Rhoades talks with New York Times bestselling author Ace Atkins about his new novel EVERYBODY WANTS TO RULE THE WORLD, a rollicking comedic thriller set in 1985, in which a suburban teen suspects his mom's new boyfriend is a KGB agent. Atkins is an award-winning author of more than thirty novels and numerous short stories. A former college f…

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How God Turns Waiting into Winning - with Kristen Campbell 1:03:19

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Rereleasing this episode as it fits the new format. In this powerful and deeply personal episode, I had the opportunity to reconnect with a longtime friend, Kristen Campbell - a collegiate volleyball player turned mentor, nonprofit leader, and now founder of her own business. Kristen opens up about the highs and lows of her journey: from feeling on…

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Walking with God in Work - with Shae Bynes 1:07:32

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Special re-release! Ever feel like God has called you to take a massive risk or trust Him in a leap of faith that you may have wrestled with? This episode is for you! In this thought-provoking episode, I had the honor and privilege of interviewing Shae Bynes, an inspirational storyteller, best-selling author, and co-founder of Kingdom-Driven Entrep…

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The Mississippi Arts Hour | Emma Pittman 43:37

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Leslie Barker talks with performer, choreographer, and director Emma Pittman. Currently, you can see Emma as Cherry Valance on Broadway in the Tony Award-winning production, The Outsiders. After winning “The Search for Roxie,” she made her Broadway debut as Roxie Hart in Chicago. Join us for a conversation about Emma’s journey from Mississippi to N…

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What Jesus Is Teaching Us Through Suffering — with Jake Kauffman 54:04

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This episode marks a brand-new chapter for The One Big Thing. From here on out, every conversation will center on faith — on what Jesus is teaching us in this season of life. I couldn’t think of a better person to start this new direction with than my friend Jake Kauffman. Jake and I go deep on something that every believer eventually faces: the ro…

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The Mississippi Arts Hour | William Boyle 44:59

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Larry Morrisey travels to Oxford to talk with the writer William Boyle. Boyle published his eighth novel, ‘Saint of the Narrows Street,’ earlier this year. He tells about the influence of legendary Mississippi writer Larry Brown’s work, his use of music as a way to describe his characters, and the “small-town” culture of the Brooklyn neighborhood w…

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The Mississippi Arts Hour | Wade Acuff 46:09

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Kristen Brandt talks to Wade Acuff. Wade is an animator and illustrator living in Brandon, Mississippi. He has worked with major studios such as Netflix, Paramount, and Nickelodeon, and been involved in the production of films including Ma, Big Bad, and the upcoming Five Nights at Freddy’s 2. His skill set is broad, ranging from illustration and co…

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An Arts Hour Extra! 20:19

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Welcome to the fourth installment of the Favorite Poem Podcast series, hosted by Mississippi Poet Laureate Ann Fisher-Wirth. In this podcast, Melissa reveals the intricate complexity of H. D.’s beautiful, short Imagist poem “Oread.” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Keri Ford on Boundaries, Burnout, and Becoming Whole 41:07

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What happens when success on the outside doesn’t match the peace you crave on the inside? In this episode of The One Big Thing Podcast, I sit down with my friend and powerhouse leader, Keri Ford. Keri works with high-impact leaders, entrepreneurs, and parents to help them rewire their nervous systems, set healthy boundaries, and reclaim presence in…

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The Mississippi Arts Hour | Justin Ransburg 44:00

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Kristen Brandt sits down with zine maker and National Folk Festival Folklife Area artist, Justin Ransburg. Justin is a visual artist who creates illustrations, comic books, murals, and mixed media artworks. He has created numerous murals in Jackson and statewide. They talk about his work and what attendees of the National Folk Festival can expect t…

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Jabari Davis on Pivoting After Football 47:35

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On this episode of The One Big Thing Podcast, I sit down with Jabari Davis, former University of Tennessee running back (2001–2004) and the man fans still call The J-Train, Big Juice, and The Gator Killer. While his highlight reels and touchdowns against Florida made him a Tennessee legend, what inspires me most is the work he’s doing now to make a…

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The Mississippi Arts Hour | John Primer 43:52

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Larry Morrisey visits with bluesman John Primer, one of the featured musicians at the National Folk Festival in Jackson, November 7-9. A native of Camden, Mississippi, Primer has been an important part of the Chicago blues scene since the early 1970s. He has worked with a “who’s who” list of blues legends, including Muddy Waters, Junior Wells, and …

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The Mississippi Arts Hour | Lucie Wren Cooper and Tyler Tadlock 45:30

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Leslie Barker talks with Lucie Wren Cooper and Tyler Tadlock. Individually, they are multidisciplinary artists. Together, they are the Jackson-based music duo, Sad Bath. Lucie and Tyler discuss the inspiration they find in Mississippi, the importance of community and collaboration, and their process of creating across disciplines. If you enjoy list…

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An Arts Hour Extra! 17:11

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In this third episode of the Favorite Poem Podcast Project, hosted by Mississippi Poet Laureate Ann Fisher-Wirth, Beth Ann Fennelly reads and discusses Shakespeare’s beautiful sonnet 29, “When, in disgrace with fortune and men’s eyes.” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Elliot Johnson on Gratitude, Grit, and Earning the Right to Win 45:13

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The Mississippi Arts Hour |John T. Edge 42:05

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The Mississippi Arts Hour | Catherine Simone Gray 46:57

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Leslie Barker talks with writer and teacher, Catherine Simone Gray. An Emerging Writer in Roxane Gay’s The Audacity, her work has been published in The Bitter Southerner and The Michigan Quarterly Review: Mixtape. Catherine is the creator of the blog Unsilenced Woman and recently released her first book, PROUD FLESH: A MEMOIR OF MOTHERHOOD, INTIMAT…

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Eric Chiofalo on Navigating the Death of Charlie Kirk and Impact on His Faith 45:00

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This week on The One Big Thing Podcast, I sit down with my friend Eric Chiofalo — a husband, dad to three little girls, and sports radio host at 105.3 The Fan in Dallas. If you’ve followed my journey, you know how much the Dallas Cowboys have always meant to me because of my dad. So having Eric on — someone I’ve admired from a distance — was really…

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The Mississippi Arts Hour| Landon Bryant 48:00

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David Lewis sits down with Landon Bryant to discuss his new book "Bless Your Heart". They talk about his journey as a social media personality and guru of Southern culture. Bryant shares his past work as an educator with the Mississippi Whole Schools program and talks about his current and future work moving into stand-up comedy. If you enjoy liste…

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The Mississippi Arts Hour | Addie E. Citchens 47:37

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Lauren Rhoades talks with author Addie E. Citchens about her widely acclaimed debut novel DOMINION, a searing family drama set in the Mississippi Delta. Citchens is a Clarksdale native who now lives in New Orleans. Her work has appeared in The New Yorker, The Paris Review, and Oxford American's "Best of the South." Citchens writings on blues histor…

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Dr. Robert Kiltz on Faith, Fertility, and the Power of Mindset 47:28

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In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Robert Kiltz, the founder and director of CNY Fertility, to talk about faith, mindset, and medicine. Dr. Kiltz’s story is incredible—he went from a tough childhood in Los Angeles, even spending time in a gang, to becoming one of the leading fertility specialists in the country. What stood out to me in our conver…

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An Arts Hour Extra! 16:40

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This is the second installment of the Favorite Poem Podcast Series hosted by Mississippi Poet Laureate Ann Fisher-Wirth, featuring C. Liegh McInnis reading and discussing a poem by Margaret Walker. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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The Mississippi Arts Hour| Betty Press 48:15

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Larry Morrisey talks with Hattiesburg-based photographer Betty Press. A Nebraska native, Press has lived in Mississippi for over 20 years. She has photographed throughout the state. Over the summer she was a featured artist in the biennial exhibition of Mississippi artists at the Mississippi Museum of Art. If you enjoy listening to this podcast, pl…

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The Mississippi Arts Hour| the Venice Architecture Biennale 43:35

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The Mississippi Arts Hour goes international for this week's episode. Executive Director David Lewis is talking all about the Venice Architecture Biennale and speaking with Mississippi State University President Mark Keenum. At the American Pavilion of the Venice Biennale, MSU's two design research centers are on display, for the first time in the …

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Nakia Burrise on Trusting in God's Ways 46:07

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Join me for an insightful conversation with actress, producer, and writer Nakia Burrise, best known for her role as the Yellow Ranger on Power Rangers. Beyond the world of entertainment, Nakia shares her core values and how her faith in the Lord Jesus Christ guides her decisions, from choosing roles to navigating the unpredictable landscape of Holl…

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The Mississippi Arts Hour| Choctow Storytelling 47:18

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Kristen Brandt talks to Rae Nell Vaughn of the Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians and Jay Wesley, Director for the Department of Chahta Immi, as well as anthropologist and professor Tom Mould. They have collaborated on two related publications that represent some of the most comprehensive collections of Choctaw histories, stories, and traditions e…

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The Mississippi Arts Hour| Fondren Theatre Workshop 46:53

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Leslie Barker talks with theatre artists, John and Diana Howell. They are two of the founding members of Fondren Theatre Workshop. Since its inception in 2003, Fondren Theatre Workshop has been committed to being not just a community theater, but a theater community. John and Diana talk about how it all started and some of the most memorable produc…

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The Mississippi Arts Hour| Kendall Dunkelberg 45:35

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Lauren Rhoades talks with poet Kendall Dunkelberg, whose newly released collection of poetry is titled TREE FALL WITH BIRDSONG. Dunkelberg directs the low-residency MFA in Creative Writing at Mississippi University for Women. He is the editor of Poetry South, and has three previous poetry collections, BARRIER ISLAND SUITE, TIME CAPSULES, and LANDSC…

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An Arts Hour Extra! 13:19

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In this first podcast from the new series The Favorite Poem Project, Mississippi Poet Laureate Ann Fisher-Wirth discusses the American poet Emily Dickinson, reads her poem "A Bird came down the Walk—", and talks about the poem. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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The Mississippi Arts Hour| Patrick Sansone 46:45

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Larry Morrisey sits down with musician and Meridian native Patrick Sansone about his radio show “Baroque Down Palace,” which has recently been added to MPB Think Radio’s Saturday night music lineup (6 p.m. on Saturdays). Sansone features a wide range of music from the 1960s and 1970s that incorporates classical or orchestral elements as part of the…

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Morgan Vance on Rebuilding After Rock Bottom 45:15

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This episode is one of those conversations that stays with you long after it ends. I sat down with my friend Morgan Vance, Executive Director of the Pat Summitt Foundation, and we talked about something that so many of us face but often feel alone in: what happens after you hit rock bottom? Morgan opens up about walking through a painful divorce, t…

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The Mississippi Arts Hour| 'Sipp Culture 46:29

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Mississippi Arts Commission Executive Director David Lewis sits down with some of the team from ‘Sipp Culture. Brandi and Carlton Turner founded and run the arts organization based in Utica. They talk about how 'Sipp Culture came to be and how community conversations drive their mission. Then they talk with Saint Allen Austin about the work he is d…

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The Mississippi Arts Hour| Jenny Anderson 44:03

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Leslie Barker talks with photographer, Jenny Anderson. A Mississippi native and Ole Miss alum, she has spent the last eighteen years working as a photographer in New York City. Jenny’s expansive work photographing the Broadway community captures the magic both on and off-stage. The New York Times, Vanity Fair, Vogue, Town & Country, and so many mor…

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Justin Masterson on Emotional Maturity, Leadership, and Living with Intention 47:20

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In this episode of The One Big Thing, I had the privilege of sitting down with former MLB pitcher and current high school coach Justin Masterson. You might know him from his days on the mound with the Red Sox, but what really struck me in our conversation was his heart for people and his deep insights on emotional maturity. We talked about what it …

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The Mississippi Arts Hour| Sheri Shramek 44:57

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Lauren Rhoades talks with Germantown High School's longtime art teacher, Sheri Shramek. During her nearly 35 years in the classroom, Sheri has seen many of her students win state and national awards in various competitions, including the Scholastic Art Awards and Congressional Art Competitions. In the interview, Sheri discusses the highlights of te…

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General Stan McChrystal on the Importance of Your Character 45:52

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On this episode of The One Big Thing, I had the honor of sitting down with General Stanley McChrystal. You may know him as one of the most respected military leaders of our time, but in our conversation, we focused less on medals and missions and more on the thing that truly defines a life: character. We talked about what it means to be a father, a…

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The Mississippi Arts Hour| Shelley Ritter 45:30

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Larry Morrisey visits with Shelley Ritter, the director of the Delta Blues Museum in Clarksdale. They talk about the museum's new exhibit that digs into the history of Margaret's Blue Diamond Lounge, a legendary Clarksdale blues club that operated during the 1980s and 90s. (photo credit: Panny Flautt Mayfield). If you enjoyed listening to this podc…

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The Mississippi Arts Hour| Greta Koshenina 42:47

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Kristen Brandt talks with Greta Koshenina, a multidisciplinary artist, documentarian, cyanotypist, and curator based in Cleveland, Mississippi. They discuss her upcoming show, opening at the Mississippi Art Center in Jackson on July 3, and a documentary she created using archival family videos. If you enjoyed listening to this podcast, please consi…

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Catherine Sutherland on Rediscovering Identity Beyond the Power Ranger Mask 48:35

7M ago48:35

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In this powerful episode, I'm joined by Catherine Sutherland—aka Kat—the iconic Pink Power Ranger, for a conversation that moves beyond her pop culture legacy. Kat opens up about turning 50, entering a new chapter as an empty nester, and how digital detoxing, fasting, and reconnecting with her faith helped her rediscover purpose and peace. Together…

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Leigh Elena Henderson on How You Can Thrive in a Toxic Workplace 55:58

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Today, we're diving into the wild world of workplace dynamics with our fabulous guest, Leigh Elena Henderson, a former corporate executive turned content creator and HR expert. Leigh , under her alias of 'HR Manifesto" is practically a superhero when it comes to navigating the murky waters of toxic corporate cultures. Leigh has spent almost two dec…

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The Mississippi Arts Hour| Annie Caldwell 45:39

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Larry Morrisey travels to West Point to visit with Annie Caldwell, a gospel singer and leader of her family group, Annie and the Caldwells. The group, which includes her husband and adult children, released their third album this spring on Luaka Bop Records, David Byrne’s record label. They’ll be touring Europe and Australia this summer. If you enj…

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The Mississippi Arts Hour| Lauren Rhoades 45:40

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Kristen Brandt sits down with Lauren Rhoades, a writer and editor living in Jackson, Mississippi. Originally from Denver, Colorado, Lauren has served with AmeriCorps, started Mississippi's first fermentation company, and helmed the Eudora Welty House & Garden. She is now the director of grants at the Mississippi Arts Commission. In 2022, Lauren fou…

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Pacer Hepperly on When Obedience Looks Like Risk 46:23

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In this episode of my One Big Thing podcast, I connect with my pastor, mentor, and friend — Pacer Hepperly. As the senior pastor of Rio Revolution Church, a multi-site campus that reaches over 13,000 people and streams into 35 correctional facilities, Pacer’s journey is anything but conventional. From humble beginnings in a broken home and working …

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The Mississippi Arts Hour| Andrea Kostyal 45:35

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Larry Morrisey visits with Hattiesburg-based painter Andrea Kostyal. She describes her process of creating the “imaginary cityscapes” featured in her paintings. Kostyal also talks about the workshops she and her partners offer at the Singing River Art Studio in downtown Hattiesburg.If you enjoyed listening to this podcast, please consider contribut…

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The Mississippi Arts Hour| Buck McDaniel 51:25

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Lauren Rhoades talks with composer, conductor, and keyboardist Buck McDaniel. Originally from Columbia, MS, Buck is now based in New York City, where he has worked as Music Coordinator on the forthcoming film The History of Sound, starring Paul Mescal and Josh O’Connor, and conducted a special choral collaboration with Sam Smith and Sharon Stone on…