Today, we're joined by Nick Nanton, a powerhouse in the entertainment world. With 22 Emmy Awards to his name, Nick's talents range from directing and producing to writing, songwriting, and even law.

With over 60 films under his belt, including a hit Broadway show, Nick has rubbed shoulders with industry giants in business and sports. 

So, what inspires Nick's storytelling in his documentaries? How much blood, sweat, and tears go into producing one of his masterpieces? 

From start to finish, Nick takes us through his filmmaking process. From choosing subjects to securing funding and the intricacies of shooting and editing, he provides a comprehensive look into the filmmaking process.

Nick also offers insights into his relationships with subjects and valuable advice for aspiring storytellers. We explore his songwriting career, where he crafts tunes for music artists in just a few hours.

Join us as the Mo Show Live returns for a new season! In this episode, we sit down with Jeremy Foulks, Executive Director of Habitat for Humanity of the River Valley. With 20+ years of experience, Jeremy shares how his organization is helping tackle the critical need for safe, affordable housing.

Over the years, the Huntsville chapter of Habitat for Humanity has served over 300 families in our community, contributing to the mission of building homes, communities, and hope.

In this episode, Jeremy reveals the selection process for families in need and sheds light on the three criteria: the need for housing, affordability, and the ability to repay a mortgage. In recent years, the landscape has shifted from substandard living conditions to the pressing issue of affordability, with families struggling to find a decent place to live.

Tune in to gain a deeper understanding of the vital role organizations like Habitat for Humanity play in creating a world where everyone has a decent place to live. Jeremy's passion for his work and the organization's mission is sure to inspire you.

Welcome to the 100th episode of the Mo Show Live! This week, I have a special guest joining me on the show. My son, Wyatt, agreed to sit down and chat with me about middle school classes and his life as a busy student-athlete.

In this episode, we talk all about entering the fast-paced world of 7th grade and playing for his school’s football, basketball, and baseball team. Keep listening until the end for a fun round of rapid-fire questions.

• How Wyatt balances studying with playing three different sports
• His favorite sport to play vs. his favorite sport to watch
• The life lessons that you can learn from being an athlete
• How playing a team sport helps build relationships with others

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Children play sports because it’s fun. But there are tons of benefits to youth sports besides just enjoyment—making new friendships, learning how to communicate, building a sense of community, and becoming a team player are all important reasons why playing sports can help prepare kids for the real world.

However, approximately 70% of kids stop playing sports by age 13, says a poll from the National Alliance for Youth Sports. Why? Children usually drop out of youth sports once it no longer becomes fun.

That’s what we’re going to talk about today. I’m joined by a panel of three special guests: James Redmon Jr., Louis Whitlow, and Brian Gossett. They’re all three parents and coaches of youth sports team. 

In this episode, you’ll hear from the panel on:

• The two biggest sources of pressure that come with high-level sports
• Why younger phase is really about teaching kids a love for the game
• The importance of talking to your kid and finding out what they enjoy
• Why kids are getting burned out with a sport by age 11 or 12
• One bad habit many sports parents are guilty of doing

You can change someone's world instantly with a simple gesture of warmth, support, or kindness. And nobody understands the power of small gestures more than today’s guest.

Today I’m joined by Officer Lane Harper of the Birmingham Police Department. He’s worked in law enforcement for more than 20 years, as both an officer and an instructor in the police academy. 

In this episode, Lane Harper shares more about his mission with The Power of Life Foundation and how he wants to help some folks see something different the next time they interact with the police.

We covered:

• The impact of a positive relationship with the police in his childhood
• Why police officers are guardians of the community vs. warriors
• How law enforcement can start building relationships in their communities
• The accidental discovery of $600—and how it helped launch a new nonprofit
• How one simple gesture can turn someone’s world around

The Power of Life Foundation

It’s often said that if you don’t like our Alabama weather, just wait a few hours and we’ll have it changed. Our winter weather is notoriously unpredictable. One day, you’re inside hiding from the rain and the next day is filled with sunshine.

In this episode, I’m speaking with Danielle Dozier, Chief Meteorologist at the WHNT News 19 station. After covering the weather in four states across the Midwest and Northeast, Danielle came to the Tennessee Valley in October of 2021.

From tornadoes to hurricanes and blizzards, Danielle has seen it all. Today she’s joined us to talk about must-know severe weather safety, including how we should talk about storms with our kids, what type of plan to have it place, and when to tune into the local meteorologists.

We covered:

• Why North Alabama typically gets more severe weather from March to May
• How to create a tornado emergency plan for home (even if you live in an apartment)
• 10 tornado safety tips that could save your life and protect your kids
• The positive impact of social media on broadcasting weather updates
• The special sport that Danielle has been participating in since age 5

If you’ve ever had a vision screening, you’re probably already familiar with the question, “Which is better: one or two?” 

But that’s just the beginning of an eye exam, according to today’s guest. What many of us don’t realize is that a lot of health issues in the body can be detected in the eyes, from diabetes to cataracts and cardiovascular disease.  

In fact, one in every four children have some eye condition that needs treatment. Today we’re joined by Dr. Michael St. Peter from the Madison Eye Care Center. He treats a whole gamut of patients from six months old to those over 90 years of age. In this episode, he explains why getting regular eye exams is not only important for your vision, but also your overall health. 

We covered:

• How the age of digital devices has led to this common eye condition
• The universal eye condition that people will experience as they age
• One important thing contact wearers can do to prevent serious issues
• Why Dr. St. Peter travels to Honduras once a year to provide eye care
• The reason why your vision is different at nighttime vs. the daytime

For sports fans, it’s the most wonderful time of the year — and it’s not just because of the holidays. That's why I’m pumped to have today’s guest join me on the show today. You might already know Rocco DiSangro as the Sports Director for WHNT News 19.  

In this episode, we’re talking all things sports. Rocco shares how he translated his passion for athletics into a successful broadcasting career, where he gets to tell the stories of athletes across North Alabama. 

• How Rocco pursued his passion for sports (even with a lack of natural talent) 
• A sneak peek into the typical day in the life of a sports broadcasting
• What most people don’t realize about the role of a sports broadcaster
• How the growing impact of social media is changing sports culture
• The one sporting event Rocco dreams of getting the opportunity to cover 

Over the years, it’s becoming increasingly common to see police officers patrolling the school grounds. While their primary duty is to help keep students and staff safe, you might be surprised to learn the role of a School Resource Officer (SROs) goes beyond law enforcement. In the latest episode, I’m speaking with Lt. Ken Blandenburg from the Monroe County Sheriff's office. As a father of three, Lt. Blandenburg is used to wearing a lot of different hats on any given day. Listen in as he shares more about the day-to-day duties of school police officers, including their focus on educating students on topics like ATV safety, preventing bullying, and peer pressure. We’ll also hear important messages from Lt. Blandenburg on the impact of social media, smartphones, and gaming on today’s youth culture.

The first thing people usually think of when it comes to animal welfare organizations is adoption and foster care for pets. But you might be surprised to learn their mission goes beyond simply finding homes for pets.

In today’s episode, we’re speaking with the team from the Greater Huntsville Humane Society. Anne Caldwell and Spencer Batcheller are focused on putting an end to homelessness for pets within the animal world.

It starts with education and preventing animal homeless in the first place. For instance, one of the programs that the Humane Society runs in Alabama is to provide services or pet food that help families keep their pets at home.

We’ll cover the rest in today’s episode. Tune in as Anne and Spencer reveal more about the adoption process, fostering pets, and resources for homes that take in animals from a shelter.