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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)

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

May 23, 2023

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

May 16, 2023

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)

May 4, 2023

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!

April 10, 2023

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

December 15, 2022

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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New episode: A Glass Ceiling with Lawrence Matthews (FKA Don Lifted)

November 29, 2022

Host J.D. Reager has a deep conversation with musician and artist Lawrence Matthews (formerly known as Don Lifted) on location at Midtown Con in Memphis. They discuss the tricky nature of the music business, mental health maintenance, Lawrence’s journey as Don Lifted, and more. The Back to the Light podcast is available via Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, TuneIn, Amazon Music,

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New episode: Freedom with Russ Thompson and Marvin Stockwell

November 21, 2022

Host J.D. Reager talks with two guests on location at Midtown Con in Memphis. First, author and musician Russ Thompson discusses the promo push for his new children’s book The Owls of Sedgemount and gives an update on his various musical projects. Then, activist, musician and podcast host Marvin Stockwell talks about the recent Mid-South Coliseum news and the launch of his

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