Please join me this turkey day to learn about some international ways to enjoy this blessed holiday. It is not just about the meal, but also about the pleasure of spending quality time with our dear friends and loved ones.

I hope anyone with grandchildren, especially little girls, will listen to our show this week. I interviewed Camille (11) and Adeline (9) to get some fun information about their lives including school and other exciting things they are involved in, and their good friends who share in some exciting daily adventures.

I know you will want to listen to this week's episode as our local Veterans Services Officer, Susan Peglow, shares her insights on veterans and their special place in our nation's history. Comments to: [email protected]

I hope all of you can join my daughter, Lauren Trew, and me as we chat about our On My Mind milestone 100th episode. I never thought we would be at this point, but I am so grateful to all of my guests, supporters and faithful listeners that have brought us here.I also hope you will continue on our journey with us as we begin another season of fun and informative shows. Thanks again for your loyalty and, most importantly, your friendship.

This week I will review the most common cognitive disorders that we see today. These are so devastating to anyone who has them or has to be the caregiver for someone with them. Please send any questions to [email protected]

I hope you will join me as I review cancer statistics for 2024. I'll share some interesting information and advice for those of us who are touched in some way by these medical situations.

Please join me as I welcome Dr. Joon Kim, an Anesthesiologist in Las Vegas, Nevada . He primarily does Obstetrical Anesthesia now, but over his long career, he has worked with many different surgeons on a large variety of cases. You will enjoy what he as to say.

Please welcome Jordan Curtis to the program. He is a native of Athens, a wealth management banker, and a loyal community servant, currently on the Athens, Tennessee City Council. He has some very good ideas for the future of his hometown, that he hopes to help implement if he is reelected to another term.

Please join me as I interview Bishop Brian Cole of the East Tennessee Diocese of the Episcopal Church. He has a remarkable career and some very wise insights into our faith and life in general. You won't want to miss this episode. Send comments to: [email protected]

I hope you can join me as I discuss some annoying pet peeves that resonate with most of us on a daily basis. It's a shame we can't convince these folks to alter their behavior to suit our own desires. Comments to: [email protected]

Please join me as I welcome a seminarian from Sewanee, McKenzi Roberson, who will discuss their choice of a career in the Episcopal priesthood. They have a wonderful insight into current religious issues of our time. Comments to: [email protected]

Join us as we examine the good and the bad about airline services, personnel and why people like or hate to fly. Up, up and away.

Join me this week for a special chat with longtime friend, Paul Willson, a dedicated community servant and local historian. His colorful stories of local legends are absolutely fascinating.

I hope you will join me as I welcome a longtime friend and medical colleague Dr. Larry Kilgore, to the program. He is a Gynecologic Oncologist who will be discussing current women's cancer issues. For questions or comments: [email protected]

Join me this week as I look at some interesting crime statistics from past decades. It is amazing what we as a society read about and fixate on. Comments: [email protected]

I hope you folks will join me for an interesting discussion with Dr. Charles Cox, General Surgeon in Athens, Tennessee. His Career holds many medical stories you will find quite fascinating. Comments or questions to: [email protected]

I hope you will join me this week for an interesting interview with Mike Leonesio, a former law enforcement officer. His career path is extremely varied, and he is still active as a forensics specialist. Comments to [email protected]

This week we take a look into major corporations and their impact on our daily lives. Comments to: [email protected]

My guest this week is Dr. Courtney Crittenden, who teaches at the University of Tennessee Chattanooga in the Criminal Justice Department. She will discuss her career and some very interesting data about criminal behavior in our nation. Please send comments to [email protected]

I hope you will join me this week as I welcome an Athens, TN pediatrician, Dr. Mia Matias, who will provide an in depth discussion on children's health care. You won't want to miss her timely advice on important medical issues that affect our youth. For questions or comments: [email protected]

I hope you folks will welcome Becky Coleman, Director of Library Services at EG Fisher in Athens, TN to the program. She has wonderful information about what public libraries mean to communities and the major impact reading has on our lives. Send Comments to [email protected]

Folks, let's take a nostalgic trip down movie memory lane as we recall some of the greatest lines in cinematic history. I hope you enjoy it. Send comments to [email protected]

Join me this week as I welcome a young man who is making a name for himself in the world of independent filmmaking. Jedi Gabel is a creative, passionate artist that we will see rise quickly to star status. Comments to: [email protected]

Please join me as I welcome Heath Frazier to the show. He is a long time educator with the McMinn County TN school system and has some outstanding thoughts regarding public education. Comment to: [email protected]

Folks, please join me for a great discussion with Liv Cook, community activist and educator. She brings a passionate perspective on current events in Nashville and her work on SOCM (Statewide Organizing for Community Empowerment). For questions: [email protected]

I want to welcome Trey Fowler, publisher of the Daily Post-Athenian in Athens, Tennessee to the program. He shares some very interesting comments about his career and newspapers in general. Send your comments to: [email protected]

I hope you will join me for a special Memorial Day episode with Dr. Autumn Lowry, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. She will discuss her career with the Veterans' Administration, including helping the unhoused veterans and those in need of mental health counseling. Send comments to [email protected] a video honoring fallen veterans please go to: veterans songs Beyond the Wall shelgrif.

Join me this week for and interesting discussion with Trey Ivins, assistant principal at Athens (TN) Middle School. He talks about his career and shares his thoughts on public education. Comments to: [email protected]

Join me this week far an in-depth conversation with Athens Middle School teacher Christina Sjoberg. She will share insights into her career and thoughts about education issues that are important in Tennessee currently. Comments to [email protected]

My guest this week is Alex Sharp, Director of Library and Informational Services at Tennessee Wesleyan University. She has some very interesting comments about her career. We will also discuss her wonderful vocal and songwriting talent as she performs in various venues in the area. Comments are to be sent to: [email protected]

Join me this week as I welcome Mathis Coppinger, a very special young man with a wonderful story of how he overcame addiction. He is a dedicated servant in his church and community, and you will be deeply moved by what he shares with us. For comments contact: [email protected]

Our guest this week is Executive Director of the McMinn County Living Heritage Museum Brett King. He has an extremely interesting background and has an intense passion for all things historic that is a perfect fit for his role at the museum. Send questions to: [email protected]

Please join me this week as I welcome Jason Hardy, General Director and CEO of Knoxville Opera. He will discuss his career, many of his favorite operas, and how many volunteers work together to bring opera to life in Knoxville. He will also share upcoming events that are a must for opera fans to see. Contact [email protected] with questions or comments.

This week we take a look at common skin issues that can affect all of us at one time or another in our lives. Send questions to: [email protected]

Please welcome new friends Gill and Lane Autrey to our program. He is a great storyteller with a current gig as a riverboat captain. Lane is a professional photographer with interesting stories as well. Send questions or comments to [email protected]

Join me this week for an interesting discussion with my longtime friend, Dave Siklosi. He will share stories about his career, service in the community, and the state of our nation. Send comments to [email protected]

I hope you all can join me this week for a fun program with my long time friend Rick Lay. He has some great stories about his career, community service, and his hometown of Athens and he people he has known.

Folks, please join me as I welcome Bevin Harrill to the program. She is Student Government President at Tennessee Wesleyan University and has some excellent comments about higher education, student activism and career choices. Please send comments to [email protected]

Please join me and my guest Shawn Mckeehan of Athens. He will share his career in Washington, DC and his current community service. You won't want to miss the very interesting episode. Comments to [email protected]

Please join me as I welcome Donny Mayfield, Athletic Director at Tennessee Wesleyan University, to the program. He will discuss TWU's programs and college sports in general. He has a very interesting career and I know you will enjoy hearing all about it. Comments to : [email protected]

I hope you will join me to hear about the life and career of a dear friend and community servant, Ellen Kimball. I know you won't want to miss her interesting journey. Comments to [email protected]

Please join me this week as I welcome Jack Allen, Democratic candidate for Congress in the Tennessee Third District, and his campaign manager, Matt Adams, as my guest. They will share thoughts about what it means to run for a national office and some things they see that need changing in DC and our nation. Send questions or concerns to: [email protected]

I'd like you folks to take a trip with me on America's railroads on this week's show. Learn some interesting facts about the history of the Iron Horse. Please send comments to: [email protected]

I am delighted to welcome Katie Bursley to the program today. She is a dynamic, dedicated community leader in Shreveport, Louisiana. You will enjoy hearing her comments about many interesting facets of her life. Send questions or comments to shelgriff.com

Please join me as I welcome Hugh Willson to our program. You will enjoy hearing about his career and community involvement. His sense of commitment to his hometown is a great example of how we all should act to bring better lives to our neighbors. Please send questions to [email protected]

I attended my first opera recently and enjoyed it a lot. This week I hope you join me for a look at classic performances through the centuries. Send comments or questions to [email protected]

I hope you will join me this week for a very interesting discussion about medical care in America. Our Guest, Dr. Lynn Massingale, has spent his career providing physicians to areas around the nation to enhance quality medical care. Send questions to [email protected]

Join us as we usher in the year 2024. I hope the year is safe, healthy, and especially blessed for all of you dear listeners. I'll see you a little further up the road!