People You Should Know

This episode continues the interview with the Rev. Reggie Longcrier, author of "From Disgrace to Dignity" and one of the founders of Exodus Homes (www.exodushomes.org). Reggie spent much of his life in the prison system due to crime and drugs, and now he has the keys to some of those same facilities as a prison chaplain. Going from a life of crime to a life of helping others, his is truly a story of someone going from disgrace to dignity. This episode contains the final portion of the interview with Hal Row and get to know Rev. Reggie Longcrier and his inspiring story.

Rev's book discusses his life in great detail, from his "lowest lows" to the role he currently plays in life, and is a great inspiration for all ages.  For information on how to order Rev's book, "From Disgrace to Dignity", please visit www.fromdisgracetodignity.com.  You can also visit the Exodus Homes web site at www.exodushomes.org to purchase a copy of the book online.

Running time: 50 minutes

It's time to spend some time getting to know the Rev. Reggie Longcrier, author of "From Disgrace to Dignity" and one of the founders of Exodus Homes (www.exodushomes.org). Reggie spent much of his life in the prison system due to crime and drugs, and now he has the keys to some of those same facilities as a prison chaplain. Going from a life of crime to a life of helping others, his is truly a story of someone going from disgrace to dignity. Listen to the first part of his interview with Hal Row and get to know Rev. Reggie Longcrier and his inspiring story. Rev's book discusses his life in great detail, from his "lowest lows" to the role he currently plays in life, and is a great inspiration for all ages. For information on how to order Rev's book, "From Disgrace to Dignity", please visit www.fromdisgracetodignity.com. You can also visit the Exodus Homes web site at www.exodushomes.org to purchase a copy of the book online. Running time: 65 minutes

In this episode, Hal talks with Christy Creson... an "up and comer" you definitely need to know! Boutique owner, coach, mentor, and Mom! This girl is busy! Besides listening to this episode, you can learn more about her by visiting her store, Thad and Louise Boutique (www.thadandlouise.com). You can also find her as the Cheerleading and Dance Team coach for Lenoir-Rhyne University. Tune in now for the latest episode of "People You Should Know"!

Hal Row spends some time with Jeff and Carol Anne Hartman, two individuals very involved in the arts, music, and theater community here in the Catawba Valley.  Jeff is a musician (www.jshartman.com), Carol Anne is a photographer (www.cahartman.com), they have a band together called Hartman, they both are involved in many local theater productions, and they are creating the Hickory Creative & Performing Arts Center (www.hickoryarts.com).  There's a lot to talk about... and they even have time to play a song for us!  

Hal gets a chance to sit down with Matt Miller, Executive Chef and owner of Bistro 127 in Hickory, North Carolina.  They discuss how Matt got started in the restaurant business, the challenges of following his dreams and starting your his own restaurant, and his desire to promote organic and home-grown foods to families in our region.  Matt Miller is one of the "people you should know", and WHKY First Talk host Hal Row gets to introduce you to him.

Learn more about Matt's restaurant, Bistro 127, at http://www.hickorybistro.com/.

Hal interviews Alan Jackson, President of The Jackson Group and one of the founders of "The MESH" online media network. Hal and Alan talk about how The MESH came to be, being a "geek" in the 80s, brotherly competition, and drinks of choice.