The Mike Gilland Show

The second in a series of programs aimed at drawing awareness to the epidemic of our day - not COVID...but the OPIOID EPIDEMIC. Those battling addiction to this class of drugs came into this tragic habit from a variety of angles. Some through partying. Others through a dependence on pain killers after an injury. Join Mike Gilland and his colleagues JC Derrick and Brittany Parks as they present three testimonials of family members tragically affected by a loved one's addiction.

No stranger to discipleship of men, Pete Alwinson is the leader of The Forge Men's Ministry. He comes at this from his years of experience of being a seminary theologian and a senior pastor of a thriving church. His analysis and perspectives offers listeners a valuable resource of equipping, especially in dealing with our culture's attempt to rewrite definitions of gender.

Dr. Debra Schwinn is woman of many skills. In today's episode, she describes the decision that was made at the advice of her dad...to NOT pursue her love of music. That decision led to a career as a medical research scientist, and a path that led her to be the president of Palm Beach Atlantic University.

Pat Williams is credited as being the dynamo of energy, whose idea and charisma came together in the late 80s to bring professional basketball to Orlando. Pat is more than a shrewd businessman, he is a godly man of integrity and leadership, and he shares his story with Mike Gilland. Also in this episode, prolific author Marilyn Dunnellon shares on her book, "TEN KEYS TO EFFECTIVE LEADERSHIP: A Guidebook for Women of Faith".

It is hailed as the most significant execution in history, the death of Jesus by crucifixion. The Romans had perfected death by torture with this grueling death, and that is how the Son of the living God allowed Himself to be sacrificed, as a Lamb taken to slaughter. Jesus' motivation was simple and clear-it was God's great love for us. First Baptist Orlando's senior pastor David Uth joins Mike Gilland for a deep conversation on the events of this most important day.

The Shepherd is devoting an episode each week during the month of April to highlight awareness to an epidemic in America. Not the pandemic, but a spreading social disease known as the OPIOID CRISIS. This form of drug addiction has become a major concern, not only in America, but the world. The advent of new forms and compounds of painkillers that are prescribed and legal have found their way into unintended hands, while many victims of accidents and surgeries are themselves becoming serious addicted to the very drugs that were intended to bring relief. The Shepherd is urging our listeners to take part in "NATIONAL DRUG TAKE BACK DAY" - which is Saturday, April 24. In this first episode, we feature three individuals who were themselves addicts. Mike Gilland is joined by Brittany Parks and JC Derrick. JC is the publisher of the MAINSTREET DAILY NEWS-a sister publication to the Shepherd, where you can see the print version of this series (www.mainstreetdailynews.com).

While many would think that the pandemic and the bad news it has brought to our economy couldn't get much worse, recent headlines from New York, and the "Excelsior Pass" that they are now employing prove otherwise. Host of "The Public Square" and Mike's guest for this episode, Dave Zanotti gives an expert analysis on these new tools that are a threat to our privacy and provide greater control over our lives.

Krystal Parker's faith-filled, high energy approach is not only refreshing, it is proving to work wonders-even in the midst of the pandemic. She is following the footsteps of her predecessor Mark Goldstein in stressing that Christian business leaders can be marketplace ministers. While many businesses in other parts of the country are still languishing, the Christian Chamber is growing.

Known for their acting and singing skills, COLE and JACOB TOLLIVER had multi-year run in the Tony-award winning musical "THE MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET, appearing in the Las Vegas production. This musical depicted the very famous foursome of Johnny Cash, Elvis Presley, Jerry Lee Lewis, and Carl Perkins. Cole filled the role of Elvis, and Jacob played the part of Jerry Lee Lewis. Both are accomplished musicians, and Jacob went deep into Season 14 of American Idol. They share their story, and sing two songs.

Over a year ago, the restrictions to "flatten the curve" were put on both citizens and businesses, for a period of two weeks. Now, over a year later, many Americans are still facing daily news of fresh calls for more lockdowns. In Florida, we have fared above average, but the threat of further restrictions still loom. Mark Goldstein speaks from many years of leadership and involvement in the community.