The Upper Cumberland Lifestyle Show

This week, we're diving into the brand-new 2025 art issue! We highlight the talented contributors who helped bring it to life and the creative work they put into this year's edition.

This week we spotlight our very own founder, Chelsea Dartez. Chelsea opens up about her passion for singing growing up, the career path that shaped her future, and her early days in Cookeville, Tennessee.

Our guest this week is former Mayor of Cookeville Ricky Shelton. Ricky discusses the 2020 tornado followed by COVID, and how he and Mayor Porter navigated that difficult time. We also discuss Red, White & Boom, Ricky's consulting business Shelton Consulting Solutions and what is next for Trackside Food Truck Park!

Our guest this week is Cookeville's local radio legend, Philip Gibbons. Featured in the first class of Most Influential People and our premiere edition, Philip is beloved by all in our community and the country radio world alike.

Go behind the scenes of Cookeville Lifestyle Magazine with founder Chelsea Dartez, Editor-in-Chief Andrew Buckner, and special guest + lead hairstylist, Emily Bochette. Not only is Emily a high sought after local hairstylist and extension specialist, she also has a star studded clientele.

Go behind the scenes of Cookeville Lifestyle Magazine with founder Chelsea Dartez, Editor-in-Chief Andrew Buckner, and special guest + lead makeup artist, Jamhile Eckert.

Go behind the scenes of Cookeville Lifestyle Magazine with founder Chelsea Dartez, Editor-in-Chief Andrew Buckner, and special guest Randy Porter. Not only is Randy the Putnam County Mayor, he was also the cover model for our 2023 Most Influential People edition.

Guest host Lewis Matheney leads this episode of The Upper Cumberland Lifestyle Show, sitting down with Jennifer Welch, Director of Cookeville Children's Theatre, and Beth Potent Anderson, Board Chair. Together, they share how the organization is shaping young performers, building confidence, and creating meaningful opportunities through the arts.

We sit down with our Cookeville Lifestyle gift guide curator, friend and co-owner of the entire Workout Anytime FRANCHISE, EJ Williams in this episode!