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

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

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

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

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

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

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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New episode: Fresh with Jeff Hulett (Snowglobe, Me & Leah) and Jeff Pruitt (The Smokin’ Jays, The Heavy Pour)

Host J.D. Reager talks to musicians Jeff Hulett (Snowglobe, Me & Leah, Restless Townies) and Jeff Pruitt (The Smokin’ Jays, The Heavy Pour) on location at the Back to the Light Spring Turnout at Crosstown Brewing. The Back to the Light podcast is available via Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, TuneIn, Amazon Music, Google Podcasts and everywhere fine podcasts are distributed.

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New episode: No More Jesus Boys with Caroline Allen

Host J.D. Reager talks to longtime friend and comedian Caroline Allen about their shared alma mater (Harding Academy), and how a religious upbringing influenced her early life choices. They also discuss the gender dynamics of the Church of Christ, Caroline’s time at Second City in Chicago, and her path to becoming a high school teacher/comedian. The Back to the Light podcast is

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New episode: Trophy Guest with Chris Davis (Papa Top’s West Coast Turnaround)

Host J.D. Reager chats with musician and writer Chris Davis on location at Midtown Con. They discuss Chris’ career as a journalist for The Memphis Flyer, his work as a musician with Papa Top’s West Coast Turnaround, his ambition as a fiction writer, and how their paths have intersected. The Back to the Light podcast is available via Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, TuneIn, Amazon Music, Google Podcasts and everywhere

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New podcast: Duddy’s ur Buddy!

The Back to the Light Podcast Network is proud to announce the newest addition to the family: Duddy’s ur Buddy! Hosted by Dustin Heath – AKA pro wrestler Maurice the Strong/DNA from Memphis Wrestling, Ring Wars Carolina, Control Your Narrative, and more – Duddy’s ur Buddy shows a softer, more personal side of the dynamic in-ring performer. Show description:5-10 minutes

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New episode: Not Too Late Night Talk Show – Holiday Spectacular! with Josh Shaw (Blvck Hippie), Steve Selvidge (the Hold Steady), Mark Edgar Stuart, Trace Lee Hunt, Joshua McLane, Jason Pulley and S p a c e r

J.D. Reager hosts a star-studded show in front of a live audience at the Green Room in Crosstown Arts alongside Jason Pulley at the piano. Solo musicians Josh Shaw (Blvck Hippie), Steve Selvidge (the Hold Steady, MEM_MODS, Big Ass Truck), and Mark Edgar Stuart perform live and chat with J.D. at the desk, pro wrestler Trace Lee Hunt shares tales

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