Front Porch America

Get to know Michael Lehman Jr., candidate for Mayor of Sturgis, Kentucky. Tune in as he shares his background, why he is running for office, and how he plans to serve the Sturgis community.

In this episode of Meet the Candidates, incumbent Morganfield Mayor Randy Greenwell joins us to discuss his campaign for a third term in office. Mayor Greenwell reflects on the accomplishments of his past two terms, addresses ongoing community priorities, and shares his long-term vision for Morganfield. Tune in for a focused discussion on local infrastructure, economic development, and what lies ahead for the city.

What’s next for Sturgis? Current Mayor Billy Adams sits down with us to share his track record, key lessons learned in city hall, and his roadmap for the upcoming term. From supporting local business and revitalizing community spaces to navigating budget priorities, Mayor Adams covers what matters most to residents. Get to know the candidate behind the campaign in this candid conversation ahead of election day.

A familiar face in local public service, former Police Chief Geoffrey Deibler has dedicated his career to protecting and serving the citizens of Morganfield. As Chief of Police, Deibler managed departmental operations, collaborated closely with city council leadership and county agencies, and prioritized community-first policing.

Content Warning: This interview includes a discussion of suicide. Viewer/listener discretion is advised. If you or someone you know is struggling, help is available—call or text 988 (US/Canada) or contact your local emergency services. In this episode of Front Porch America, I sit down with Chelsea Gibson to remember her daughter, Iris. Iris was just 13 years old. Chelsea shares the love, memories, and heartbreak behind Iris’s story, and why it matters to keep talking about youth mental health, grief, and suicide. This is a difficult conversation, shared with care and in Iris’s memory. Content note: This interview discusses suicide and grief. If you or someone you know is struggling, call or text 988 in the U.S. for support: https://988lifeline.org/ Everyone has a story. Thank you for listening to Iris’s. #HerNameIsIris #FrontPorchAmerica #SuicidePrevention #YouthMentalHealth

How do you move forward when life takes away almost everything? After losing his daughter and becoming a double amputee all within 12 months, Brannon Lockhart joined us to share his extraordinary story of endurance, love, and emotional recovery through the hardest trial of his life. #BrannonLockhart #Resilience #GriefAndLoss #DoubleAmputee #Inspiration #OvercomingAdversity #MentalHealth #FindingHope #PodcastInterview

In this episode, we sit down with Mr. International and former Mister USA, Jaxon Shouse. Jaxon shares the insider story of his pageantry success, his mindset for high-level competition, and the inspiration behind his community initiative, Jaxon’s Helping Hands. Tune in for a powerful discussion on leadership, and giving back.

In this episode, we sit down with Meridith Hall to go behind the scenes of The Sturgis Clinic. Meridith shares her unique insights on navigating local healthcare challenges, fostering patient trust, and the rewarding moments of serving the Sturgis community. Whether you're a healthcare professional or a local resident, this interview offers a heartwarming look at what it takes to keep a community healthy.

Traditional security cameras only watch a crime happen; modern tech stops it in its tracks. In this interview, Bo White from Refined Edge Technologies shares his insights on the shifting world of private and public surveillance. From optimizing home and office network security to implementing cutting-edge Flock Safety networks that assist law enforcement, Bo explains how smart integration is redefining what it means to keep our spaces safe.

Imagine surviving a devastating tornado, only to face an even bigger nightmare when the storm clears. For Wayde and Angel Girten, the destruction of their home was just the beginning. Now completely landlocked, they are being legally—and physically—blocked from accessing their own property by hostile neighbors. From a ruined homestead to indirect firearm threats, this interview exposes the shocking, heartbreaking reality of a couple trapped in a living hell, fighting not just to rebuild their lives, but for their own basic safety.

Local Facebook groups have been buzzing with rumors about major changes coming to Sturgis. To get clarity, we went straight to the source. Sturgis Mayor Billy Adams joins the podcast to separate rumor from reality. We dive into the hot-button issues keeping residents up at night: the alleged shipping container ban, the fate of local block parties and fireworks, and why water bills have seen a recent spike. If you live in Sturgis, you won't want to miss this essential town update.

"Our guest today is tackling the fishing industry at just 13 years old. Shelby Wells is the founder of Hammer Baits, a custom fishing lure business born out of a passion for the sport and a desire for better gear. Frustrated by generic, mass-produced tackle, Shelby started hand-crafting baits that fish actually can’t resist. Today, we're diving into how this young entrepreneur balances school, life, and building a rising fishing brand. Please welcome the brains behind the bait, Shelby Wells!"

In this episode, we’re introducing you to one of the most exciting new faces in local country music: Logan Shuecraft. Logan joins us to share the stories behind his lyrics, his journey picking up the guitar, and the grit it takes to build a fanbase from the ground up. Whether you're a die-hard country fan or just love supporting local talent, you won't want to miss this raw, honest conversation with an artist on the rise. What we cover: Hometown influences, the local venue grind, and what’s next for his music career.

.At the request of Heather’s mother, Sarah Teague, this episode is being released early.

In this interview, she speaks on the unanswered questions surrounding Heather’s case—from the absence of DNA tied to the main suspect to concerns about discrepancies in eyewitness accounts that continue to raise questions decades later. Watch now on YouTube Listen tomorrow on Spotify, Pandora, and wherever you get your podcasts

"I knew something wasn't right." — Those are the words that started Amber’s journey with Griffin. On today’s episode, we explore the reality of pediatric cancer that you don’t see in the brochures. It’s raw, it’s real, and it’s a tribute to a boy named Griffin who changed everything.

What does it mean to carry a love that has no place to go? Amber joins us for a heart-wrenching and hopeful conversation about her son Griffin. She opens up about the "after"—the journey of navigating loss and finding the strength to keep Griffin’s spirit alive in a world that keeps moving. This is a story about the endurance of a mother’s love and the light a small boy left behind.

When the towers fall and the grid goes dark, information becomes the most valuable resource on earth. Created by former firefighter Brad Mattingly, Last Light AI is a fully autonomous, offline intelligence engine. No cloud, no Wi-Fi, no tracking—just a powerful, localized AI designed to provide medical guidance, mechanical repair steps, and survival strategies when you’re truly on your own.

being "in recovery" means the story is still being written. It’s a rejection of the past tense in favor of the present. Explore the reality of living life with an active awareness of the struggle, proving that the work doesn't get easier—you just get better at doing it.

What happens when the adventure of a lifetime turns into a psychological trap? Today, we sit down with Anna Keibler, author of The Ghost in the Middle Kingdom, to discuss her harrowing and transformative journey through China. Anna opens up about the vulnerability of being a stranger in a strange land, the sophisticated con that shook her reality, and how she found the strength to turn a devastating experience into a powerful memoir. It’s a story of trust, betrayal, and the ghosts we leave behind.

.We’re finally cracking into the hype! Join me and Billy as we dive headfirst into the non-alcoholic world with a first-time tasting of Bero. We’re checking out everything from the crisp Kingston Golden Pilsner to the tropical Edge Hill Hazy IPA.

This isn’t a professional sommelier breakdown—it’s just two guys, a couple of cans, and a whole lot of honest (and probably hilarious) opinions. Is Tom Holland a brewing genius, or is Billy going to stick to his usual? Whether you’re "sober-curious" or just curious if Spiderman knows his hops, grab a drink and hang out with us for this zero-proof deep dive!

Goal setting is easy; living the reality of those goals is where the work begins. In this episode, Josh Parish pulls back the curtain on what it actually takes to scale. We move past the surface-level "hustle" to discuss the discipline required to transition into paid programming on TV. Josh shares the raw reality of navigating a new medium, the pressure of public-facing ventures, and how he keeps his vision grounded when the stakes are at an all-time high.