Jill and I have a second round of cocktails on the latest episode of "JSP Cocktail Hour." We discuss listener's favorite cocktails and my love for Wafflehouse. This sparks a debate whether or not you have to order a waffle there since it is in the name. We also talk about Jill's recent triathlon experience. Always a great time having conversation and cocktails with my best friend.

This week my guest is Cheryl Crowder, Event Director at Muncie Downtown Development Partnership. Cheryl has been an integral in the rejuvenation of Downtown Muncie. We discuss Cheryl's background and her current role with Muncie Downtown Development Partnership. We also talk about upcoming events this year as well as ideas for future events. Downtown Muncie is a great place to visit and Cheryl has had a big part in that.

On the first episode of "JSP - Cocktail Hour" Jill and I enjoy a Blue Kamikaze and a Culto Al La Vida. We talk about Jill's newfound passion for mixology and serving up great drinks. We also discuss our new favorite podcast "True Crime Garage" and recap Jill's Mother's day. Nothing is better than a good drink and a great conversation with your best friend. 

With the invention iphones, ipads, tablets and whatever else is out there, we can all agree kids need more time outside playing.  My guest this week is Terra Haisley, the Owner and Executive Director of Terra Time, an outdoor enrichment summer program for kids ages 3-12. Terra is a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant for a local school corporation. We discuss her path to developing the program and how it will enrich each child who attends. I loved Terra idea as well as her passion to get children playing outside.

Ever wonder who's behind the voice when your listening to local high school and football games? This week my guest is Mark Foerster, Program Director at Muncie's Sports Station 102.9FM/1340AM/WXFN.com, host of the Power Hour sports talk show and play by play announcer for high school sports. Mark and I talk about how he got into sports radio, the hard work and sacrifices made to get where he is today as well as his extensive preparation for announcing sports. We also dive into his passion for the Muncie community as well as life outside of radio. It was refreshing to have a conversation with someone who truly loves their career as much as Mark.

This week my guest is Scott Smalstig, VP of Fund Development at Meridian Health Services. On this episode we talk about Scott's role at Meridian, his involvement in fundraising events like the upcoming Rialzo X and Holidays at Gresham as well as his family decision to adopt his youngest daughter. We also discuss our shared passion for baseball as he was also my Little League coach. It was great talking with Scott about his involvement in our community and reliving some baseball glory days.

This week my guests are Brian and Jennifer Bell, founders of the Road to Redemption Addiction Recovery. We discuss Brian's path that led to alcohol and cocaine addiction, the steps he took to get clean and how that led to meeting his wife Jennifer. We also talk about their decision to start Road to Redemption Addiction Recovery, the challenges of running an addiction program as well as the rewards that come with it. This is a powerful episode as Brian and Jennifer are very open and honest about their journey, with the good, the bad, and the ugly.

My guest on this episode is Tony Main, a sprint car driver Indiana. We discuss how Tony got into racing, what classes he has raced in, and his first experiences behind the wheel of a sprint car. We also dive into his passion for the Little 500, his preference of driving on asphalt vs dirt, and balancing family and racing. Short track racing is a passion of mine as well and it was great to talk to a local driver. I hope everyone enjoys this episode and can get out to a race track this summer. 

This week my guest is Mike Rhodes, the Editor in Chief at The Muncie Journal. We talk about what is was like for Mike moving all the time as a child, how he settled in Muncie and how his role in creating and operating the Journal. We also discuss how content is selected for the Journal, the large audience it reaches as well as Mike's love for music and traveling to the Caribbean. The Journal is a great asset to our community and it was great getting to know Mike and about his contributions to Muncie.

This week my guest is Muncie Mayor Candidate, Nate Jones. We discuss his military service in the Army, his passion for Muncie and his decision to run for Mayor. We also dive into Nate's platform and vision for Muncie. Nate is a driven and focused individual looking to make a positive impact in our community. I greatly enjoyed talking with Nate and hope people can learn more about him and his vision for our great city.