Corya Channing is a retired college professor teaching communication and drama courses in her career, spending more than 20 years at Purdue Northwest. She joins her nephew Jimmy from Miller Beach in Gary, Indiana to talk about her experiences in the classroom, how communication has changed over the years, and what that means for the survival of American democracy. Corya documents her first job as editor of Noblesville High School's newspaper, working many late nights alongside her mom & Jimmy's grandmother Beba to complete it. Beba's popularity as the journalism instructor was part of what inspired Corya to become a teacher. Both Jimmy & Corya provide methods to prevent stage fright and the fear of public speaking. Finally, Corya shares the best advice she received in her career for anyone thinking about becoming a teacher.

Scott Uecker is the former General Manager of WICR-FM, HD1/HD2/HD3, & UIndy TV5. He joins his former student Jimmy as Assistant Professor Emeritus for the University of Indianapolis, retiring after more than 20 years as a college professor. Scott recalls what inspired him to become a teacher, never imagining he would do it as a career. Jimmy & Scott talk about the evolution of technology and how podcasting has changed the way people consume media. Finally, Scott describes his best & worst experiences covering high school sports in a press box.

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Former NBC Universal executive Mike Sington, makes his second appearance for JBK on Air from his home in Los Angeles. Jimmy & Mike first reflect back on the chaos of the COVID-19 pandemic, including the lack of toilet paper and other basic items. Mike talks about Howard Stern's in-depth interview with POTUS Biden, what he remembers about living through the OJ Simpson trial, & much more. Mike also reveals his favorite snacks at the concession stand and can't remember the last time he paid to see a movie. New show is available everywhere now! Rate, review, subscribe, & donate! Links - https://linktr.ee/jbkonair

Ryan Osborn is head coach for Carmel High School Boys Basketball in Carmel, IN. Coach Osborn joins Jimmy to recall Carmel’s back-to-back state championship run he earned as an assistant under coach Scott Heady. Coach Osborn explains how his job has changed since becoming head coach at Carmel and ways he has improved since taking charge of the program. Jimmy asks about the importance of routine when shooting free throws and if Coach Osborn believes yelling is an effective way to coach players. Finally, Coach Osborn shares his best advice for sports parents & encourages students to play multiple sports. New show is available everywhere now! Rate, review, subscribe, & donate! #jbkonair Links - https://linktr.ee/jbkonair

Scott Heady is head coach for University of Indianapolis Men's Basketball. Scott joins Jimmy to talk about accepting this new challenge, after spending the last seven years with crosstown NAIA mainstay, Marian University. Coach and Jimmy reflect back on time they both spent together at Carmel High School, where the Greyhounds won back to back 4A State Championships. Now back as a UIndy alumnus, Heady shares his favorite memories of playing for Indiana Basketball Hall of Fame inductee Billy Keller, including an intimidating college tryout. He gives advice to parents with student athletes and emphasizes the importance of enjoying every moment. Coach Heady wraps up by sharing his favorite Bob Seger song and the most memorable live concerts he has attended.

Newly inducted member of the Indiana Basketball of Fame, Pete Smith joins Jimmy for his second appearance on the show. He documents his career as a coach and how humbling it is to be an inductee this year. Pete talks about the success of Purdue Basketball making The Final Four, ahead of their national championship matchup against defending champion UConn. He also emphasizes the value of assistant coaches to a team and head coach's success. JBK asks about how depth perception is impacted playing in a stadium environment and what can be done to help shooting percentages. Finally, Pete and Jimmy react to John Calipari leaving Kentucky after 15 seasons for Arkansas.

Taylor Torwudzo is host/producer of Hoosier Lottery, working with CBS 4 and Fox 59 in Indianapolis, IN. She joins Jimmy to talk about their shared experience as students at the University of Indianapolis and her earliest influences in entertainment. Taylor talks about the responsibility of being a mom to her daughter and how being a parent has helped her grow as a person. Both share their favorite TV shows to watch including old reality shows that can be streamed again. Lastly, Taylor talks about the demands of working in television including additional costs like makeup, hair, and nails. Episode 123 is available everywhere! Rate, review, share & donate to sustain future shows! #jbkonair Links - https://linktr.ee/jbkonair