The Mark White Show

On this episode of The Mark White Show, I'm talking with Josey Trawick of Muscle Shoals, former owner of Shoals Game Room, as he shares his battle with Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia, vision loss, Meniere’s Disease, and multiple mental health challenges that have left him unable to work.

Josey has spent his life providing for his family. Now, he is navigating daily chemotherapy, financial uncertainty, and the emotional weight of asking for help while holding onto his faith.

On this Make A Difference Minute, I’m reflecting on the power of community support after speaking to the Athens TOPS group. This segment highlights how encouragement, accountability, and the right environment can make all the difference when facing personal struggles.

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On this Make A Difference Minute, I’m reminding listeners that struggle isn't always visible. This segment encourages steady, everyday kindness because we never truly know what someone else may be carrying.

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On this Make A Difference Minute, I’m challenging listeners to identify their “time thief," the habits, distractions, or patterns that quietly steal focus and productivity. This segment encourages self-awareness and intentional use of time.

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On this Make A Difference Minute, Jason Christensen shares how a single moment of conviction turned into action. After seeing someone sleeping outside in the cold Oregon rain, Jason could not shake the question, “Why isn’t someone doing something?” Instead of waiting, he became that someone. He talks about researching tiny homes and capsule hotels, making calls to manufacturers, hearing plenty of “no’s,” and finally finding a partner willing to help bring the first Sleep Trailer to life. It is a reminder that big solutions often begin with small, persistent steps.

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On this episode, I’m having a conversation with Jason Christensen, founder of Sleep Trailer, LLC, to talk about an idea that is simple in concept yet powerful in impact. What began as a moment of compassion turned into a mobile shelter solution designed to provide safety, dignity, and a pathway toward stability for individuals experiencing homelessness. Jason shares how the Sleep Trailer works, what he has learned through pilot programs, and why restoring dignity is just as important as providing a bed. This conversation challenges us to think differently about community responsibility and creative problem solving.

On this Make A Difference Minute, City of Florence Council President Kaytrina Simmons shares about the 4th Annual Shoals Scale Back happening Saturday, February 21st, from 1p to 4:30p at Harvest Mitchell Gym in Florence, Alabama. This community event is focused on health, wellness, and taking practical steps toward a healthier lifestyle. From local vendors to valuable resources, Shoals Scale Back is all about loving your city and loving yourself. Learn how you can attend, get involved, or support the mission of positive, healthy living in the Shoals.

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On this episode of The Mark White Show, Council President Kaytrina Simmons joins me to talk about the 4th Annual Shoals Scale Back happening Saturday, February 21st, from 1p to 4:30p at Harvest Mitchell Gym in Florence, Alabama. This community event is focused on health, wellness, and practical steps toward a healthier lifestyle. From local vendors to valuable resources and door prizes, Shoals Scale Back is all about loving your city and loving yourself. Listen to learn how you can attend, participate as a vendor, and take one small step toward better health. Please share.

On this Make A Difference Minute, Coleman Drew talks about the timeline surrounding his upcoming transplant.

Diagnosed with cystic fibrosis at just two years old, Coleman has spent his life managing daily treatments and health challenges. Now, as transplant becomes the next step in his journey, he shares what the process looks like, what happens next, and how he and his family are preparing.

This is a powerful glimpse into the reality behind the word “transplant.”

If you would like to support Coleman and his family with transplant-related expenses, visit: cota.org/cotaforcolemansfight

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On this episode of The Mark White Show, I sit down with Coleman Drew, who was diagnosed with cystic fibrosis at just two years old. For most of his life, Coleman has faced daily treatments, hospital stays, and the quiet strength required to manage a chronic illness. Now, transplant has entered the conversation, and his family has partnered with COTA, the Children’s Organ Transplant Association, to help with transplant-related expenses.

This is not just a story about illness. It's a story about perseverance, faith, family, & the power of community support. Join us as Coleman shares what it has been like to grow up with CF, what this season looks like, & how you can stand with him in the fight.

Learn how to support Coleman at:

https://cota.org/cotaforcolemansfight/