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New episode: Wrestling is My Artform with Deonna Purrazzo (IMPACT Wrestling) and Barnabas the Leader (Memphis Wrestling)

September 19, 2023

Host J.D. Reager talks to the 3x former Knockouts World Champion Deonna Purrazzo about IMPACT Wrestling’s upcoming shows in Memphis on September 22-23, defining her character, and more. Then Memphis Wrestling‘s Barnabas the Leader joins to discuss the status of The Circuz, his new career path as a “producer,” and his journey in the wrestling business. The Back to the Light

New episode: Music is the Great Equalizer with Ari Morris

September 8, 2023

Host J.D. Reager talks to the acclaimed musician, engineer and producer Ari Morris on location at his studio/secret lair, Edge Recording. They discuss their shared musical history, Ari’s journey from New Jersey to making platinum records in Memphis, the rise of Dolby Atmos, and more. The Back to the Light podcast is available via Spotify, Apple Podcasts, TuneIn, Amazon Music, Google Podcasts and everywhere fine podcasts are distributed.

New episode: Duddy’s ur Buddy! 100 with Dustin Heath

August 30, 2023

In a very special Back to the Light network crossover, host J.D. Reager talks to Duddy’s ur Buddy! host Dustin Heath on the occasion of his podcast’s 100th episode. They discuss the milestone, Dustin’s injury status, the ever-looming specter of addiction, and the hope that comes from recovery. The Back to the Light podcast is available via Spotify, Apple Podcasts, TuneIn, Amazon Music, Google Podcasts and everywhere fine

New episode: A Spare Few Tens of Thousands of Dollars with Chris McCoy (Antenna, 1000 Lights, Memphis Flyer)

August 15, 2023

Host J.D. Reager talks to writer, filmmaker and musician Chris McCoy on location at the Memphis Listening Lab. They discuss Chris’ many paths as an artist, the inner-band dynamics of 1000 Lights, the behind-the-scenes story of the making of the documentary film Antenna, and more. The Back to the Light podcast is available via Spotify, Apple Podcasts, TuneIn, Amazon Music, Google Podcasts and everywhere fine podcasts are distributed.

New episode: Frequencies with Maggie Trisler (Mystic Light Casino)

July 25, 2023

Host J.D. Reager talks with Maggie Trisler of Mystic Light Casino on location at the Hi Tone during WiMM (Women in Memphis Music) Fest. They discuss their shared musical history, Maggie’s personal backstory, the artistic vision behind Mystic Light Casino, and more. The Back to the Light podcast is available via Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, TuneIn, Amazon Music, Google Podcasts and everywhere fine podcasts are distributed.

New episode: WiMM Fest 2023 with Alice Hasen, Liz Lane and Miz Stefani

July 10, 2023

Host J.D. Reager talks to performer Alice Hasen and Women in Memphis Music (WiMM) organizers Liz Lane and Miz Stefani on location at the Hi Tone during the inaugural WiMM Fest. The Back to the Light podcast is available via Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, TuneIn, Amazon Music, Google Podcasts and everywhere fine podcasts are distributed. VIDEO CLIPS:

New episode: Raised Up Right with Dale Naron (Creation Press, Owlbear)

June 27, 2023

Host J.D. Reager talks to Dale Naron about his complete musical history – including bands such as Bicycle Thief, Bottom of the Bottle, Oracle and the Mountain, and The Great Depression, which J.D. was also a member of. They also discuss Dale’s latest project Owlbear and his career in screen printing business with Creation Press. The Back to the Light podcast is

New episode: Fellow Champions with Marvin Stockwell (Champions of the Lost Causes) and Abe White (Laundry Bats)

June 20, 2023

Host J.D. Reager talks to musician, activist and podcast host Marvin Stockwell about his latest project, the Champions of the Lost Causes Summer Road Trip, which is currently underway. Then J.D. talks to musician Abe White about his new band Laundry Bats and extensive musical history, including The Oscars, Manatees and True Sons of Thunder. The Back to the Light podcast is

New episode: The Steamroller with Rachel Maxann and Doug Walker (Dream Crusher Hope Smasher)

June 5, 2023

Host J.D. Reager talks to musicians Rachel Maxann and Doug Walker (Dream Crusher Hope Smasher) at Doug’s home studio in Memphis. They discuss Rachel’s new album Black Fae (which Doug produced), Rachel’s journey as a musician, J.D. and Doug’s musical history, Rachel’s other career as a therapist, and more. The Back to the Light podcast is available via Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, TuneIn, Amazon Music, Google Podcasts and everywhere fine podcasts

New episode: Love Has Gone Away with Harry Koniditsiotis (The Switchblade Kid, 901 Toys) and Dustin Heath (Duddy’s ur Buddy, Maurice the Strong)

June 1, 2023

Host J.D. Reager talks to Harry Koniditsiotis about the success of Midtown Con and 901 Toys, the life of a “collector,” and the new album by The Switchblade Kid, 3 – Love Has Gone Away. Then Dustin Heath joins the show to discuss his recent in-ring injury as Maurice the Strong, and his mental health podcast Duddy’s ur Buddy. The Back to the

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