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Captain Ken Well, PART 2: United States Air Force Pilot and Vietnam POW

Pilot Down-Part 2 – My Guests, United States Air Force Pilot and Vietnam POW, Captain Ken Wells is joined by his wife Candy, to share their story.
“Freedom is the sure possession of those alone who have the courage to defend it.” ~ Anonymous
 
In this week’s episode I was blessed to not only have Officer Ken Wells on the show, but I was honored to have his wife as well.  Captain Wells was an F4 pilot for the Air Force.  He served from 1969 to 1978 and 466 days of that service was spent as a POW.
Honoring our veterans is something that we should all do, but equally we should honor their families that allow for the sacrifice.  Captain Wells shares with us how he and his partner found themselves in a dire situation when they ran their F4 out of fuel while still over enemy territory.  Once they had to eject there was no certainty that they would ever see their loved ones again.
Ken’s wife Candy was back home and 5 days away from giving birth to their first child when Ken’s plane went down.  Mrs. Candy was suddenly facing the difficulties of being a first time mom and possibly a widow.  Life was definitely never going to be the same.
Their story of survival and overcoming great odds is one that needed a two part story line in order to get a decent picture of what life was like for these two incredible patriots.  THE EXCITING CONCLUSION TO “PILOT DOWN”.
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Captain Ken Well, PART 1: United States Air Force Pilot and Vietnam POW

Pilot Down-Part 1 – My Guests, United States Air Force Pilot and Vietnam POW, Captain Ken Wells is joined by his wife Candy, to share their story.
“God grants liberty only to those who love it and are ready to guard and defend it.” ~ Daniel Webster
In this week’s episode I was blessed to not only have Officer Ken Wells on the show, but I was honored to have his wife as well.  Captain Wells was an F4 pilot for the Air Force.  He served from 1969 to 1978 and 466 days of that service was spent as a POW.
Honoring our veterans is something that we should all do, but equally we should honor their families that allow for the sacrifice.  Captain Wells shares with us how he and his partner found themselves in a dire situation when they ran their F4 out of fuel while still over enemy territory.  Once they had to eject there was no certainty that they would ever see their loved ones again.
Ken’s wife, Candy, was back home and 5 days away from giving birth to their first child when Ken’s plane went down.  Mrs. Candy was suddenly facing the difficulties of being a first time mom and possibly a widow.  Life was definitely never going to be the same.
Their story of survival and overcoming great odds is one that needed a two part story line in order to get a decent picture of what life was like for these two incredible patriots.  COME BACK FOR PART 2 NEXT WEEK!
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Army Veteran, CW3 James Williams served in the Army Special Forces during Vietnam

Behind Enemy Lines – My Guest, Army Veteran, CW3 James Williams served in the Army Special Forces during Vietnam deploying on three tours.
“For so loved the world that he gave his only begotten son should not parish but have everlasting life.” ~ John 3:16
You would be hard pressed to find a better American than my guest this week.  Mr. Williams grew up in a loving, God fearing family that taught him the value of hard work and discipline.
It was just after high school that Mr. Williams decided that there weren’t enough jobs to be had and with a young wife and child he needed to find something that could provide for his family.  So, without hesitation, Mr. Williams walked into a recruiters office and said he wanted to join the service.  In an ironic twist of fate, Mr. Williams thought he was entering the Marines but instead learned that he had actually entered the Army.  Out of basic training he was offered an opportunity to go to jump school so he figured that would be a good move because they got paid a little more.  Then during jump school he was offered a chance to join the Army special forces and became one of the first African Americans to join and he was 1 of 10 out of fifty to actually complete training.
When he graduated from Ranger school in 1965, he was immediately sent to the front lines of Vietnam.  This would be one of three different deployments to the war.  Sustaining a gunshot to the leg on one tour and having his hand badly injured by a grenade on another tour, Mr. Williams never lost his desire to be there for his fellow soldiers.  It was in 1969 when he finally returned home never to return to the war but then he faced an entirely new battle, that of PTSD.  It would be impossible to give a full description of our conversation but I can say without any question, YOU DO NOT WANT TO MISS THIS EPISODE!  God Bless our troops and God bless the USA!
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Tina Tatum: Strength Through Faith

Strength Through Faith – My Guest, Mrs. Tina Tatum is the owner of Coffee Central and Ethnos Coffee Roasters.
“Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed individuals can change the world.  In fact, it’s the only thing that ever has.”
~ M. Mead
I once heard it said, “life is consistent, it’s predictably unpredictable.”  Regardless of how bad your life may be today does not mean that things have to stay that way.  My guest this week proves that everything can change for the better when you realign your priorities and put your faith in God.
Mrs. Tatum had battled drugs and alcohol for several years and despite her personal struggle, she remained vigilant in her job.  However, when she turned her life over to God she realized she had a much larger purpose on earth.  She knew that her future needed to be impactful in other’s lives and she wanted to focus on something that brought people together.  That is how she decided on opening a coffee shop.  Jumping in full swing in 2019 she quickly found herself testing her faith when COVID caused drastic changes to how business was done for everyone.
This proved to be a fruitful adventure and within a very short amount of time she was opening her second coffee shop in Hernando, MS.  Mrs. Tatum understands that using her success to build up others is where the true prize lies.  She proudly operates an all-female owned business and routinely speaks at events where she encourages women to be the curator of their future.
Mrs. Tatum’s story of overcoming some serious hurdles in her past to being a leader of tomorrow will leave you believing anything can be possible when you have faith followed by a never quit attitude.
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Mirikil Stewart: Braveheart from Birth

Braveheart from Birth – My Guest, 14 Year Old Mirikil Stewart.
“Believe in YOURSELF and all that you are. Know that there is something inside you that is GREATER than any obstacle”
To put this week’s story into context I want to share a little bit about my depth of perception.  Having spent 4 years in the military and then over 20 years in fire and EMS, I’ve had the incredible honor of baring witness to dozens of amazing people that have overcome incredible odds.  I have so many examples that I could pull from when a person has done something that is life altering and motivational.  However, there have been very few times where I found myself speechless with inspiration from the first moment that I met them.
Ms. Mirikil Stewart stole my heart the very second I saw her warming up before our scheduled game.  Ms. Stewart was throwing the softball with her teammates as she prepared to compete against my team in 14u competitive softball team.  During birth, Mirikil sustained an injury that left her with limited use of her right arm.
Watching her catch the ball with the same hand that she would have to throw with was amazing, but little did I know that she was actually a baller!  We ended up playing her team twice in this tournament and she went 2 for 4 and made a diving play in the outfield in the first game and then she was the catcher in the second game.  She even threw a runner out stealing.  It’s not often that I find myself rooting for the other team, but how do you not when you realize you are seeing something special.
After our second game, I went over to her coach to inquire about this amazing young lady and her coach immediately started tearing up.  It is quite obvious how much of an impact she has had on the people around her and I can’t wait to hear how many people she will inspire as she continues her phenomenal story.
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Lucas Mooningham: Professional Bull Rider

Time to Cowboy Up – My Guest, Professional Bull Rider, Lucas Mooningham.
“It’s the bulls and blood, the dust and the mud, it’s the roar of the Sunday crowd.”
I feel it is safe to say that a lot of times we will find all the ways we can fail at something before we find one way that we could be successful at something.  If we are being honest with ourselves, we will admit that it is easier to be pessimistic than it is to be optimistic.  Then if you add an element of danger to that challenge it can be even easier to walk away.
This week’s guest would be the exception to this train of thought.  At the age of 17 he decided that he wanted to give bull riding a try.  He didn’t have anyone in his life that had ever ridden bulls and only had informal training from the information he could find on the internet.  Mr. Mooningham’s father thought that if he let him try a ride then he might not be so interested.  Well, instead of deterring him from wanting to bull ride it actually solidified and validated his desire to pursue it full time.
Mr. Mooningham describes how he slowly grew his talent and eventually became a pro-rider that travels all over the U.S. competing in rodeos.  The determination, grit, perseverance, and passion can be felt as he describes his journey and where he hopes to take his career before having to hang up his bull rope.  If you want to follow his progress through the pro circuit and where he will be riding next, you can follow him on his Facebook page, Lucas Wade Mooningham.
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Cannonballing Life | Thrive in Twenty Twenty-Five

Thrive in Twenty Twenty-Five | Cannonballing Life Series
 
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Jenny Fredrickson DNP: Owner of Ivy Raine Women’s Clinic.

Women’s Health – My Guest, Jenny Fredrickson DNP, Owner of Ivy Raine Women’s Clinic.
“Health is a state of mind, wellness is a state of being.”
There are very few things in this world that we can actually control.  Most things require us to adjust to the circumstance or reprioritize our decisions.  One of the things that no one can control is getting older.  If the good Lord allows you to keep breathing, then you will inevitably age.  Along with aging there will be changes that are bodies will go through, and some of the changes can make us feel different than ourselves.
Through popular request, this week I dove into a topic that effects millions of women around the world every day, and that’s menopause.  Understanding why a woman is going through mood changes or having hot flashes or having night sweats can be the first step in finding treatment and providing hope.  As hormone levels change and a woman’s body transitions to no longer having a menstrual cycle, many woman may feel like they are losing their minds.
My guest this week shares how her own physical changes inspired her to follow a path in medicine to help women not just cope with their bodies changes, but find a healthy lifestyle that enables them to enjoy life and be the best version of themselves.  Knowing that you have options and you are not the only one going through changes, as well as knowing what you are experiencing is normal, can be very comforting and provide hope for a better tomorrow.  You can learn more about Mrs. Jenny and her business by going to http://www.ivyrainewomensclinic.com
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Devon Rickett | Survivor, Fighter and Overcomer

Unplanned Paths– My Guest, Devon Rickett, Survivor, Fighter and Overcomer.
“It is your reaction to adversity, not the adversity itself, that determines how your life story will develop.”
The mystery of life is one of those things that can be both exciting and terrifying all at the same time.  Having hope for your future and the ability to control the path in which we decide what we wish to become is something that no one should ever take for granted.  This week’s guest shares how his hopes, dreams and ambitions were suddenly disrupted without warning.
Finding purpose following a tragedy can be very difficult for anyone.  However, my guest Devon Rickett and his family, were faced with such a difficult path for a second time when he had a freak accident while driving home from the gym one evening.  Devon wasn’t in a place he wasn’t supposed to be or doing something he wasn’t supposed to be doing.  He was simply driving down the interstate after a workout when he hit a concrete barrier that had been flipped into the middle of the road after another vehicle had struck the barrier.
When Devon woke up the next day at the Med in downtown Memphis, TN, he was made aware that he was paralyzed from the waist down.  This news would be devastating for anyone at any age, but for a young guy in his 20’s, with his entire life in front of him this was impossible to believe.
Devon could have given up and decide to hate life, but instead, he made the decision to fight back and give everything he had to walking again.  His story of how his family, friends and girlfriend never left his side and his faith in God is both heartwarming and inspirational.  You are sure to find strength through this young man’s testimony and I know that Devon Rickett is going to do big things in this world!
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John Clayton White: Lead Guitarist and Singer of the John Clayton White and the 662 Band

Blues Prodigy– My Guest, John Clayton White, Lead Guitarist and Singer of the John Clayton White and the 662 Band.
“Blues is a tonic for whatever ails you. I play the blues and then not be blue anymore.” ~ B. B. King
There is something special when someone discovers that they have a talent for something.  However, it is something magical when that person’s talent becomes their passion.  My guest this week is Mr. John Clayton White and he is a 13 year old guitarist that loves singing and playing the blues.
Mr. White noticed that he had an affinity for music at the young age of 5 when he started with his first drum set.  Like most young people he gravitated toward the things that he found an interest in.  Playing baseball and basketball was fun, but he said at the age of 9 he really started to love playing the guitar.  Getting a chance to perform at a fair he knew he wanted to be a performer.
Using YouTube as his guide, he practiced learning how to play the guitar and it wasn’t long before he was performing at clubs and other venues regularly.  This eventually lead him to forming the John Clayton White and the 662 Band.  Mr. White recently put out his first record in which he wrote the songs and the music and says he is working on putting out his second record later this year.
I am excited to see where this young man goes in this world.  My guess is, he will inspire many by playing the blues and spreading joy.  John Clayton White will be competing in the International Blues Challenge Regional band competition on October 13th at Club Ebony in Indianola.  Winning there will send them to the International Blues Challenge in Memphis on Jan. 8th.  You can learn more about John Clayton White by going to http://www.johnclaytonwhitemusic.com and follow him on his FB, IG, TikTok and YT channels.  On his website, you can order merch as well as his first EP.
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