JBK On Air

Peyton Thompson returns for her second appearance with JBK On Air as a Digital Marketing Coordinator for the Indiana Pacers/Indiana Fever & their team stores. She talks about the popularity of rookie phenom Caitlin Clark and her transcending impact on not only the WNBA but American culture. She shares suggestions on how to handle writer’s block, which restaurant has the best fries, and if pineapple belongs on pizza. Finally, JBK and Peyton emphasize the need for people with disabilities to be part of marketing campaigns in the future. An easy conversation with one of the best souls I know! New full show is available everywhere now! Links to rate, review, & donate - https://linktr.ee/jbkonair #jbkonair

Diana Pannell is an Adjunct Professor of Music at Bemidji State University in Bemidji, MN. She joins her former student JBK, meeting each other more than 20 years ago at Orchard Park Elementary, when Jimmy began kindergarten. She reflects on her time as a music teacher with Carmel Clay Schools and her favorite moments as an educator. Diana starts by talking about her music education at Indiana University and how mentors encouraged her to begin teaching. She later reveals what her experience was like at Paisley Park some of her favorite spots to eat in Indianapolis and her distain for cursive singing. Thank you for being my teacher and for your enthusiastic energy. Teachers like you make a difference! Full show available now!

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Jesse Smith is an elementary education teacher based in Orlando, Florida. He teaches social studies which includes early American history and Florida state history for 4th and 5th grade students. He reflects on growing up in Carmel, IN and how his favorite teachers have influenced his teaching style. He recalls working alongside Jimmy at both CHTV and WHJE as an aspiring broadcaster back in high school. JBK & Jesse also talk about the rise of fascism and how this combative political climate is impacting access to quality teachers. Finally, Jesse praises his high school sweetheart Ashlen and how her work as a teacher has made him a better educator. #jbkonair

"The One Where Chris Stapleton Bought Dr. G’s Guitar" Dr. Rob Gobetz is a retired professor of communication spending more than 20 years at the University of Indianapolis Rob joins Jimmy from a new home, preparing to move in his mother-in-law. He shares the importance of preparing food together and gardening, needing fresh tomatoes as a first priority. Rob shares the story of his first electric guitar and how 10x Grammy Award winner Chris Stapleton recently bought it at Arthur’s Music Store for his own collection. Dr. G and JBK talk about former POTUS Donald J. Trump being convicted on 34 felony counts in New York, the negative impact of excessive breaking news & much more! Full episode is available everywhere now! Catch up on Dr. G’s first appearance at EP54! Rate, review, subscribe & donate #jbkonair - https://linktr.ee/jbkonair

Drew Carey is General Manager for The Bob & Tom Radio Network. He talks about working for the show’s flagship station Q95 since 1987 and his work as an adjunct professor at the University of Indianapolis, having Jimmy as a student for his media programming course. Drew documents some of his favorite bits including “I Can’t Drive 465" with vocals by Jimmy’s dad Chooch Kennedy. Drew also recalls the duty he felt and the calm of Bob & Tom’s staff during the attacks on September 11, 2001. Finally both discuss their distain for silence, trying to avoid the awkward feeling of dead air. Full episode is available everywhere now! Catch up on over 130 shows in the archives! #jbkonair

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Scott Uecker is the former General Manager of WICR-FM, HD1/HD2/HD3, & UIndy TV5. He joins his former student Jimmy as Assistant Professor Emeritus for the University of Indianapolis, retiring after more than 20 years as a college professor. Scott recalls what inspired him to become a teacher, never imagining he would do it as a career. Jimmy & Scott talk about the evolution of technology and how podcasting has changed the way people consume media. Finally, Scott describes his best & worst experiences covering high school sports in a press box.

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Former NBC Universal executive Mike Sington, makes his second appearance for JBK on Air from his home in Los Angeles. Jimmy & Mike first reflect back on the chaos of the COVID-19 pandemic, including the lack of toilet paper and other basic items. Mike talks about Howard Stern's in-depth interview with POTUS Biden, what he remembers about living through the OJ Simpson trial, & much more. Mike also reveals his favorite snacks at the concession stand and can't remember the last time he paid to see a movie. New show is available everywhere now! Rate, review, subscribe, & donate! Links - https://linktr.ee/jbkonair

Ryan Osborn is head coach for Carmel High School Boys Basketball in Carmel, IN. Coach Osborn joins Jimmy to recall Carmel’s back-to-back state championship run he earned as an assistant under coach Scott Heady. Coach Osborn explains how his job has changed since becoming head coach at Carmel and ways he has improved since taking charge of the program. Jimmy asks about the importance of routine when shooting free throws and if Coach Osborn believes yelling is an effective way to coach players. Finally, Coach Osborn shares his best advice for sports parents & encourages students to play multiple sports. New show is available everywhere now! Rate, review, subscribe, & donate! #jbkonair Links - https://linktr.ee/jbkonair