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New episode: Possum Advocate with Mo Alexander

January 4, 2024

Host J.D. Reager talks to stand-up comedian Mo Alexander on location at Shangri-La Records. They discuss Mo’s early days in comedy, the Memphis comedy scene, life on tour, the proper care of domesticated possums, 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. This episode can also be found YouTube.

New episode: Jughead Forever with John Miller and Jared McStay

November 28, 2023

This episode is a special celebration of the life of Jared McStay. First, host J.D. Reager shares some memories with Jared’s friend and business partner John Miller, followed by a replay of J.D.’s conversation with Jared from 2021. To close the show, J.D. spins two classic Jared McStay tunes – “Safe Passage” and “Pen.” The Back to the Light podcast is available

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

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