This week on The Paragould Podcast, Jared sits down with Lori Dial, longtime GCT theater teacher and local entertainer.

Lori shares her journey from growing up around Brookland and performing at The Roundup Music Show to teaching English and theater for nearly two decades. The conversation covers community theater, all-state competitions, the Veterans Day tradition at GCT, overcoming stage fright, and the mindset that has shaped her life and teaching:

“Feel the fear and do it anyway.”

It’s a conversation about creativity, courage, leadership, and why the willingness to try is often what leads to growth and success.