JBK On Air

JBK On Air

By James Blair Kennedy III and JBK On Air LLCSociety & Culture
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JBK On Air episodes

  • #107 - Chris Shoulders

    Chris Shoulders is the Development Coordinator at 4 Paws for Ability in Xenia, Ohio. He describes the most rewarding parts of his job working with service dogs, producing heartfelt & meaningful content on the organization's social media platforms. 4 Paws for Ability helps children with disabilities, including autism, epilepsy, physical handicaps, and other conditions. These services also assist veterans in rebuilding their lives after an injury to regain physical independence and offer emotional support, which plays a significant role during their transition back to civilian life. Their Service dogs specialize in assisting veterans with mobility issues or hearing loss resulting from combat injuries, including limb loss, balance problems, spinal injuries, and deafness. For more information including ways to donate & get involved visit https://www.4pawsforability.org/

    Chris later opens up about his own anxiety and how his dogs help him day to day with handling stress. Finally, Chris & Jimmy reflect on creating content together as college classmates and colleagues in the radio business. For more information about Chris & his work, follow him @barksnrec on Instagram!

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    1 hr 5 min
  • #106 - Kayla Sullivan

    Kayla Sullivan makes her second appearance for JBK on Air and documents her latest experience as an influencer & television personality at WISH-TV Channel 8 in Indianapolis in her “Kid-ding with Kayla” segment. She talks about the challenges of dating as a single mom & the best ways to find a partner in 2023. Kayla also shares her love for Taylor Swift and the need to have Taylor produce a love album dedicated to her current boyfriend, Kanas City Chiefs tight end, Travis Kelce. For more information about Kayla you can follow her @kaylamariesully on Instagram! New episode is available everywhere now! Links to rate, review, subscribe & donate! https://linktr.ee/jbkonair Catch up with with Kayla’s first appearance available now at EP21 too!

    57 min
  • #105 - Dylan Bostic

    Dylan Bostic is a pro wrestler, boxer, actor & rapper from Shelbyville, Indiana. He talks about his pro wrestling career including his training with Rip Rogers who taught WWE superstars like Brock Lesnar, Randy Orton, Batista, & John Cena. Dylan talks about how to develop a character and what someone can expect from a pro wrestling show if they have never seen one. Finally, Jimmy & Dylan talk about what aspects of pro wrestling could be improved on to make the product better in the future. For more information about Dylan, you can follow him @dylanbostic on Instagram. Rate, Review, Subscribe & Donate! https://linktr.ee/jbkonair

    1 hr
  • #104 - Sarah Hughett (Layman)
    Sarah Hughett joins Jimmy to talk about their shared experience as communication majors at the University of Indianapolis. She recalls the skills she learned by joining Speech & Debate at UIndy, still using them on a daily basis in her latest career working for Johnson & Johnson. They also share their guilty pleasures & favorite memories of being on staff at WICR-FM. Full episode is available now! Rate, Review, Subscribe & Donate! #jbkonair
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    54 min
  • #103 - Zack Reising
    Zack Reising is a pilot & ability advocate based out of Noblesville, Indiana. He joins Jimmy to document their work together as professional wrestlers for Timmy Takedown fundraising events.
    Timmy Takedown is a professional wrestling event organized and performed by rehabilitation patients and people with disabilities, benefitting the work of Timmy Global Health.
    Timmy Global Health connects people to primary healthcare throughout the world including Ecuador, Nigeria, Guatemala and Dominican Republic . They support community leadership and engage global health advocates in a community-oriented primary care model. By interconnecting local health workers, in-country partner organizations, and a network of passionate global health advocates together, Timmy Global Health works to build sustainable local healthcare capacity and foster meaningful cultural exchange.
    Zack and Jimmy recall their favorite memories from Timmy Takedown including the creation of their characters against Timmy Global Health founder Dr. Chuck Deitzen, also known as Dr. Doom, from his former pro wrestling days. Because of this pro wrestling experience, Chuck allows patients to put their ability on display in the squared circle in spite of their disabilities.
    Jimmy & Zack reflect on what it feels like to be a wrestling ring and the empowering feeling of helping others like them without adequate medical resources. For more information about this event including ways to get involved & donate, please visit https://www.timmyglobalhealth.org/timmytakedown
    Zack talks about his time with The Boy Scouts of America and the many skills he was able to gain through this experience. They both discuss the challenges of camping, including the need for some basic survival skills.
    Finally, Jimmy inquires Zack about his experience as a pilot through AbleFlight. The mission of AbleFlight is to offer people with disabilities a unique way to challenge themselves through flight training and aviation career training, and by doing so, to gain greater self-confidence and self-reliance.
    Zack has paid it forward as a pilot too, starting the Blue 7 scholarship which funded flight training for five pilots with physical challenges. He was honored for his work at AirVenture 2022.
    If you would like to contribute to the cause of AbleFlight, visit: https://www.gofundme.com/f/able-flight-blue-7-scholarship
    1 hr
  • #101 - Derek Stern
    Derek Stern is a contractor based out of Ocean Shores, Washington. He uses his following on X @DerekNeverFails to advocate for mental health & strengthening civil rights. He opens up about his own struggles with depression and methods on how to feel better in time. Jimmy & Derek also relate over their favorite comedians. An enlightening conversation about key issues & unprecedented chaos being seen on a daily basis around the world. Full episode available everywhere. Link in my bio & below.
    JBK On Air is a podcast that offers an archive of one-on-one interviews as well as original content created by Jimmy Kennedy. Visit https://linktr.ee/jbkonair for more!
    1 hr 2 min
  • #100 - Marie Kennedy

    Marie Kennedy is a published author, public speaker, advocate, & caregiver based in Indianapolis, IN. She joins her son Jimmy on the 100th episode special of JBK on Air to talk about her book My Perfect Son Has Cerebral Palsy. She shares the process for getting a book self-published and the most rewarding parts of being a writer. She also chronicles about her early life, working as editor of her high school's newspaper and yearbook. Finally, she shares some of her favorite music and what kind of posts you can expect on her social media pages. Jimmy gets emotional about what his mom has meant to his career, being grateful for the privilege of creating content. This episode is being published on October 5, 2023, which marks Marie's 62nd birthday! Mom you are my joy, strength, & the best of me. Thank you for being the sunshine of my life. I love you, every time, all the day! - JBK

    Purchase your copy of "My Perfect Son Has Cerebral Palsy" today! Link - https://www.authorhouse.com/en/bookstore/bookdetails/224774-My-Perfect-Son-Has-Cerebral-Palsy

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    1 hr 3 min
  • #99 - Sydney Blackburn, Laurie Cutsinger, & Shelly Walters
    Sydney Blackburn, Laurie Cutsinger, & Shelly Walters describe being members of the first cheerleading squad for the NFL's Indianapolis Colts. They recall the excitement of an NFL team arriving to town, when the Colts relocated from Baltimore to Indianapolis in 1984. They reconnect to celebrate the 40th anniversary of their legacy together, setting a standard of excellence for cheerleading teams in the future. Each of them emphasize the discipline it takes to be an NFL cheerleader, including the rigorous tryout process. Finally, Jimmy reveals four people who served as President of the United States have had experience as a cheerleader, can you name them? Tune in to find out who they are!
    49 min
  • #98 - Joey Brunk
    Professional basketball player Joey Brunk joins his cousin Jimmy from the Czech Republic after spending his first season in Poland last year. Joey & Jimmy document some of their favorite memories growing up together including a recent trip to Caesars Palace in Las Vegas. They also recall going to South Bend to see Notre Dame play Michigan with Manti Te’o as a Heisman Trophy candidate. Finally, Joey reflects on his proudest moments as a basketball player and the relationships he has been able to build through traveling.
    46 min
  • #97 - Milt Thompson
    Milt Thompson is an attorney & community leader based out of Indianapolis, IN. He is the president and CEO of MOT Strategies, formerly known as Grand Slam – a sports, entertainment, and recreation management consulting firm. He is the co-founder of Indiana RBI, the MLB program to revive inner cities and provide opportunities for at risk youth with baseball. He is also a former certified Contract Advisor with the NFL and NBA Players Association, and a Board Member of the Indianapolis Indians Baseball Club.
    He hosted the weekly radio show "Playing for Keeps" on ESPN950 & continues the program today on Channel 40 WHMB TV. Well-known for his work in community development, sports and recreation-planning, and in building community collaborations through effective partnerships, Milt served as President and Interim Director of Big Brothers while merging with Big Sisters to create Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Indiana. In addition, he was the former General Counsel to the Pan American Games and held the position of Vice President of Indiana Sports Corporation. In 2020, he received the Charles L. Whistler Award which recognizes community leaders who have brought together the Indianapolis public and private sectors for civic improvement.
    He talks with Jimmy about his career as a sports/entertainment attorney & what athletes should consider when thinking about signing with representation. He also recalls negotiating with world leaders like Fidel Castro & meeting sports icon Muhammad Ali.
    57 min

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JBK On Air is a podcast that offers an archive of one-on-one interviews as well as original content created by Jimmy Kennedy. Visit https://linktr.ee/jbkonair for more!