Movers, Shakers, And History Makers

In this episode of Hometown Novel News Podcast, T.M. Brown talks with local sports novelist Bob Moseley about how he got started writing sports fiction. Moseley is the author of three sports novels, including his recent work "The Gift" which focuses on a local baseball player's journey to the major leagues.  

Northgate Quarterback Ishan Metts and Diamond Dreams Training Founder Kameron Gay join Derrick Teagle and David St. John to share their stories of never giving up. 

Danielle Thorne joins Mike Brown to talk about her journey as a writer.  Thorne is the author of over twenty-five books, including inspirational romance with Harlequin Love Inspired and historical adventures.For more information, visit her website at www.daniellethorne.com

In this episode, Braylon Jackson and Coach Gatz reflect on the highs and lows of the most recent basketball season at Newnan High School and plans for the future of the program.

Mayor Richard Proctor joins Jacqui and Joy to talk a little about how he's working to revitalize Grantville. He discusses the city's opportunities, challenges, and goals as he works to bring the city into the 21st century and capitalize on its full potential. 

In this episode, Dr. Joseph Parks joins Emory Holland to talk about the PAPP Clinic and the history of practicing medicine in Coweta County. 

Award-winning author Chellie Phillips joins Mike Brown to talk about her journey as an author and her upcoming book, Culture Secrets: Secrets to a Thriving, Engaged Workforce Any CEO Can Use to Build a V.A.L.U.E. Culture.For over 20 years, she has worked in the field of public relations, marketing, and communications and currently serves as the Vice President of Communications and Public Relations for Coweta Fayette EMC. Before that, she was a features editor at a daily newspaper and even dabbled in radio news. She’s an author, speaker, motivator and a “kick-in-the-pants.” Universal Amazon Link https://mybook.to/culturesecrets Regional Amazon Links USA: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C39FGM42 https://www.chelliephillips.com/culture-secrets-book/https://www.linkedin.com/in/chellie-phillipshttps://www.facebook.com/chelliep/https://www.twitter.com/p_chelliehttps://www.instagram.com/chellie_phillips/

Live wrestling returns to the area this Friday, April 28 when Matt Griffin brings Action Wrestling to the Roger Spencer Community Center in Tyrone. David and Derrick talk with Matt about his passion for wrestling and what it takes to make a show happen.  For more information on the show, visit https://action-wrestling.square.site/

In this episode, Jacqui and Joy talk about the interesting experiences of showing a house and being ready for anything. Jacqui and Joy will host a home-selling seminar Tuesday, April 25 from 2:30-3:30 p.m. at the Newnan Carnegie Library in downtown Newnan. Attendees will learn tips to declutter, purge, and organize their home to make it easier when it's time to sell. Market conditions, trends and how to price your home will also be discussed.Registration is free. To register, visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/home-selling-seminar-tickets-597994927927.

In this episode, Derrick and David catch up on local and national sports and anything else that comes to mind. 

In this episode, Chatty Men of Newnan founder Peter Naduad joins Chatty Women founder Renea Lynn, along with Joy and Jacqui, to talk about their two groups and how they plan to help the community. 

Matt and Ashley Morris are both born and raised Georgia natives. As respected songwriters and leaders in their community, Matt and Ashley write music of multiple genres that connect with people and emulate the essence of everyday living, love, hardship, and perseverance. With music in their blood, they were both raised with a strong respect for the craft of songwriting and the importance of telling a story well. With southern roots and a variety of musical influences including The Chicks, Dolly Parton, Waylon Jennings, and Tom Petty, Matt and Ashley’s artistic expression is delivered through deep conviction, timeless country sounds, and soulful melodies that are sure to resonate with listeners in every stage of life.Their most recent Country release as artists entitled Goodbye debuted at number 9 on Spotify’s Fresh Finds Country playlist. They also co-wrote Privilege with Newnan City Music that was the first single off of their debut Worship EP. From writing Country ballads like Back To Nashville to worship a

Walker Woody, Hamilton Arnall Jr., Gaston Green, Otis Jones II, and Otis Jones III join Emory Holland to talk about how football has changed since the late 1940s. 

In this episode, Newnan basketball standouts Derrius Teagle and Donny Ackles join Derrick and David to talk about their successful season. 

Elyse Wheeler, Helen Stein, and Stephanie Baldi of The Carrollton Writers Guild join Mike Brown to talk about the upcoming Carrollton BookFest on Saturday, March 25 at the Carrollton Center for the Arts. The event aims to promote and advance literature in Georgia. The keynote speaker will be Bren McClain, acclaimed author of “One Good Mama Bone” and winner of the Willie Morris Award for Southern Fiction and the Patricia Winn Award for Southern Literature.For more information and online registration go to carrolltonbookfest.com. 

In this episode, Trinity Soccer Coach Townson is joined by senior student-athletes Joshua Taylor, Dylan Depriest, Eli Leedy, and Aidan Cunningham to talk about how their faith, family, and the Trinity student culture motivate them. 

In this episode, Joy and Jacqui talk with Newnan Carnegie Library Director Susan Crutchfield about the many events and services the library offers its visitors and patrons. 

In this episode, Coach Joab Jerome & Coach Justin Stephens join Derrick and David to talk about the successes of their respective programs at The Heritage School and the athletic culture on campus. 

In the debut episode of "Then and Now," host Emory Holland talks with Dr. Joel Richardson about how community and being a pastor have changed over the last 4 decades in Coweta County. Dr. Richardson was the pastor of Central Baptist Church for over 30 years. 

Central Christian Coach Kyree Woods and Chloe Earle join David and Derrick to talk about the Central Basketball Program and how their values as Christian athletes and coaches translate on the court.