Chaplain Stephen Owens works for a hospice care service in the community and joins host Byron Tyler to talk about end of life care for loved ones. Chaplain Owens shares ways to connect with loved ones and say final goodbyes. Mid-South View Point radio show airs Wednesday and Thursday at 3 pm on the Bott Radio Network affiliate 640 AM and 100.7 FM in Memphis, TN.

On this Christmas special episode of Mid-South View Point host Byron Tyler draws from the archives of past Christmas shows to piece together another exciting program. We’ll discuss with a seminary president and two pastors if Christians should actually be celebrating the holiday. Dr. Carolyn Bibbs shares her motivation to get through difficult times in life. Josh Maze brings members of his worship band into the studio to sing a Christmas song they wrote. Kelly Inman and brother-in-law Keith from the Inmans singing family share some of their Christmas traditions. Byron talks with Visible College President Ken Steorts and welcomes a couple of students from the college who sing “O Come, O Come Emmanuel”. Rossville Christian Academy 6th graders share ways their families celebrate Christmas. Bethany Chu completes our show by singing “What Child is This”, accompanied by her husband Johnathan on the violin. Mid-South View Point radio show airs Wednesday and Thursday at 3 pm on the Bott Radio Network affiliate 640 AM and 100.7 FM in Memphis, TN.

After 88 year old Shirley James stops by the radio station to deliver Christmas greetings and chocolate candy to the staff, host Byron Tyler invites Ms. Shirley to have a seat in the studio where they spend the next half hour talking about Christmas, sharing some laughs, and reflecting on the past. She’s an amazing lady! Mid-South View Point radio show airs Wednesday and Thursday at 3 pm on the Bott Radio Network affiliate 640 AM and 100.7 FM in Memphis, TN.

Host Byron Tyler presents a hosts of guests to celebrate the true meaning of Christmas. You’ll hear from John and Beth Bryson discuss bringing balance into family traditions, songs from the Inmans with their incredible southern gospel style harmony, a round table talk on the significance of the birth of Jesus Christ with Dr. Michael Spradlin, Bryan Lotitts, and Dr. Jerry Harmon, Chad Holland a teacher from Israel will explain Hanukkah; “The Festival of Lights” and comparison to Christ being the Light of the World, Pastor Rolando Rostro of Iglesia Nueva Vida Church talks about Christmas in the Latino community, and world class violinist Jonathan Chu concludes the show with “O Holy Night”. Merry Christmas!

Gospel singer Keith Inman from the Inmans Southern Gospel singing family joins host Byron Tyler on this episode of Mid-South View Point. Keith discusses the Home for Christmas benefit concert to support the work of Memphis Union Mission. Keith also shares about the roots of these incredible harmonies that create the sounds of Gospel Quartet music. Mid-South View Point radio show airs Wednesday and Thursday at 3 pm on the Bott Radio Network affiliate 640 AM and 100.7 FM in Memphis, TN.

Carolyn Long stops by this episode for a time of reflecting on true peace and joy that often gets overlooked with the stress and busiest that we often find ourselves in consumed during the Christmas season. Carolyn has a gift of singing which you’ll soon discover. She’s accompaniment by the talented Harry Neblett on guitar. Mid-South View Point radio show airs Wednesday and Thursday at 3 pm on the Bott Radio Network affiliate 640 AM and 100.7 FM in Memphis, TN.

Ephie Johnson President of Neighborhood Christian Centers joins host Byron Tyler on this episode of Mid-South View Point. Neighborhood Christian Center guides those in need towards stability and sustainability through compassionate, Christ-centered ministries and empowerment programs. Mid-South View Point radio show airs Wednesday and Thursday at 3 pm on the Bott Radio Network affiliate 640 AM and 100.7 FM in Memphis, TN.

Charlie Caswell, Associate Pastor at The House Memphis and founder of Legacy of Legends CDC is joined by Dr. Richard Hamlet, President of Global Ministries Foundation on this episode of Mid-South View Point with host Byron Tyler. Discussion centers on a Good News Festival being coordinated by these and other partnering ministries for the Frayser-Raleigh community. These festivals include free food, entertainment, social services, and a message from Dr. Hamlet that explains the gospel. Pastor Caswell also shares how his ministry addresses adverse childhood experiences for those living in low income and high crime neighborhoods. This show aired on October 24, 2018 on the Bott Radio Network affiliate 640 AM and 100.7 FM in Memphis, TN.

David Evans joins host Byron Tyler on this episode of Mid-South View Point podcast. David is the director and co-writer of Indivisible movie featuring Sarah Drew and Justin Bruening from television’s “Grey’s Anatomy”. Indivisible is based on the extraordinary true story of Army Chaplain Darren Turner and his wife Heather. Fresh out of the seminary and basic training, Chaplain Turner receives orders to deploy to Iraq, leaving his wife behind to care for their three young children. The harsh realities of war soon take their toll on Turner and his battalion, making it hard to stay connected to his family. When Darren finally comes home, the Turners must decide if they're willing to face one more battle -- the fight to save their marriage. Indivisible opens nationwide in theaters October 26th 2018. Mid-South View Point radio show airs Tuesday and Thursday at 3 pm on the Bott Radio Network affiliate 640 AM and 100.7 FM in Memphis, TN.

Dr. Cynthia Davis and Rev. Jesse Johnson join host Byron Tyler on this episode of Mid-South View Point. Dr. Davis is the Senior Associate Pastor and Executive Director of Congregational Care and Rev. Jesse Johnson, program director of No Whispers at Christ United Methodist Church. Together they’ll discuss “Hope Hubs”, places of refuge where people can come to get recovery and respite from their addiction and trauma issues. They are forming partnerships with area churches and organizations to provide these much needed services for those battling mental health issues caused by trauma. This show aired on October 18, 2018 on the Bott Radio Network affiliate 640 AM and 100.7 FM in Memphis, TN.