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Casual. Community. Conversations. We interview community and school leaders, teachers, students, business people and citizens of our area in Upstate South Carolina. We keep it light and fun, while also being educational and informative.

  1. 13H AGO

    The Boone Show - S6 E16 - Julia Voyles, Brad Voyles, and Justin Atkin - Sports Medicine, a Major League Baseball journey, and a Superfan!

    Text us what you think of this episode! We sit down with ACTC Sports Medicine Instructor Julia Voyles to talk about building a hands-on program that helps students test-drive real healthcare and fitness careers before college. Then we hear from her husband, former MLB pitcher Brad Voyles about the long minor league grind, his big-league debut, and what it’s like to play baseball around the world.   • building a sports medicine program from scratch and meeting state standards   • using early career exposure to help students avoid costly wrong turns in college majors   • teaching taping basics while expanding into the full sports medicine umbrella of jobs   • sending seniors into internships and co-ops at gyms, PT clinics, chiropractic offices, and more   • coaching early-morning fitness classes and training for Hyrox-style competitions   • how Julia and Brad met while working pro baseball in Gary, Indiana   • getting drafted late, developing in the minors, and staying healthy long enough to advance   • making a Major League debut and handling nerves on the field   • the A-Rod strikeout and the next-day home run reality check   • playing in Japan and winter ball, plus what travel does to routine and performance   • superfan trivia with Justin Atkin, memorabilia stories, and what it means to inspire someone else   Podcast on Spotify, Apple, or wherever you get your podcasts, plus re-listen or watch on YouTube.   And remember, if you want to be a sponsor, we would really appreciate that.   All that money goes to the kids for their field trips in the class.   Contact John Boone at jboone@MyPulseRadio.com.   We hope you enjoyed the show! Support the show Thanks for listening! Direct all inquiries to jboone@mypulseradio.com.

    1h 15m
  2. The Boone Show - S6 E15 - New West Pelzer Mayor Rick Sanders and Anderson District 9 State Rep Blake Sanders

    MAR 19

    The Boone Show - S6 E15 - New West Pelzer Mayor Rick Sanders and Anderson District 9 State Rep Blake Sanders

    Text us what you think of this episode! Rick Sanders explains how West Pelzer goes from empty storefronts to a thriving Main Street and why he steps into the mayor’s seat to keep that progress moving. Blake Sanders breaks down what changes when you jump from local government to the State House, from taxes and conservation to the realities of passing bills.  • Rick’s path from Michelin career to restoring the old Pelzer Library as a home  • Building Westy’s Antiques into a multi-vendor shop and collector destination  • Launching the Lincoln Tap Room with craft beer and community fundraising events  • Why downtown West Pelzer fills up and what happens when space runs out  • Taking over as mayor and focusing on resident involvement over keyboard noise  • Coordinating events across West Pelzer, Pelzer, and Williamston for shared momentum  • Blake’s District 9 map and why state government moves slower than local  • Tax priorities including income tax reform, boat tax relief, and homestead exemption  • Conservation and growth management tools like concurrency, impact fees, and farmland protection  • The difference between policy work and political theatre  • Funny news takes from boomer phone booths to Buc-ee’s complaints to Waffle House therapy  • School challenges from basic skills to AI use and accountability  If you want to sponsor or be our next guest to tell your story, email jboone@mypulseradio.com. Anything we raise by you being a sponsor on the show goes towards our ACTC Media students going on their field trips for the program.  Support the show Thanks for listening! Direct all inquiries to jboone@mypulseradio.com.

    1h 15m

  3. MAR 13

    The Boone Show - S6 E14 - Envision Williamston's Roberta Hamby and Chase Maddox

    Text us what you think of this episode! Roberta Hamby and Chase Maddox break down how Envision Williamston turns ideas into real events that bring neighbors together and send customers into local shops. We talk through what it takes to plan, fund, and staff community traditions while keeping civic pride at the center.  • Envision Williamston’s role as the fun side of town  • Why the nonprofit shifts away from economic development work  • Town cleanup day plans and how volunteers make a visible difference  • Hometown Heroes banners and how the program works  • Adopt-a-shelter efforts plus dog park support  • The goal of uniting the community through the talent show  • How churches and local groups power Winter Wonderland  • What they are most proud of after a decade of growth  • Spring and summer calendar highlights including Camping Creekside, the Freedom Festival, and Bobbers on Big Creek  • A rapid-fire brainstorm for a new festival concept  • Favorite local events, hidden gems, and what downtown needs next  Tell your story as our next guest, or support our ACTC Media Broadcasting students by sponsoring our show! Email jboone@mypulseradio.com today! Support the show Thanks for listening! Direct all inquiries to jboone@mypulseradio.com.

    1h 6m
  4. The Boone Show - S6 E13 - Justin Atkin, Fiddle & Bow Music Hall and Southern Folk Art Gallery

    FEB 27

    The Boone Show - S6 E13 - Justin Atkin, Fiddle & Bow Music Hall and Southern Folk Art Gallery

    Text us what you think of this episode! We swap campus keys for guitar strings and stone wheels, tracing how a retired facilities guru built a popular 100-seat music venue, a revived folk festival, and a mill that brings real flavor back to grits. Along the way, legends drop by, family dinners feed the music, and a new book takes shape. • origins of The Fiddle and Bow Music Hall and Southern Folk Art Gallery • intimate concerts that turn into conversations and encores • Linda Gail Lewis highlights and Marty Brown’s family story • Dancing Goats Folk Fest lineup, folk artists, and children’s events • goat beauty pageant and vintage-forward vendor curation • stone-ground grits vs enriched grits and why flavor matters • local restaurants and markets carrying Atkin Mill products • TikTok, storytelling, and building community buzz • the book on Mac McGaha, the Dancing Fiddleman • recommendations for upcoming shows, films, and eats Email us: jboone@mypulseradio.com All proceeds from sponsorships support student field trips Support the show Thanks for listening! Direct all inquiries to jboone@mypulseradio.com.

    1h 8m

  5. FEB 7

    The Boone Show - S6 E12 - Williamston Mayor Rockey Burgess

    Text us what you think of this episode! We trade sled runs for city plans with Mayor Rocky Burgess, unpacking why Ingles is delayed, how the town enforces site standards, and where trails and sidewalks unlock daily life. Along the way, we hit sports, small-business wins, and a fast fix for a washed-out bridge. • why the mayor won’t run again but stays hands-on • community sled day, churches on the hill, and mayors’ race • collaboration across three towns to avoid event overlap • Zach Howard on NIL and the transfer portal effect • status of the Ingles property and required cleanup • incentives, fee in lieu, and tax base tradeoffs • trail extensions linking parks, schools, and new homes • Veterans Park Bridge crane plan and spring reopening goal • new businesses, ribbon cuttings, Tractor Supply and Spinx timing • DOT pushback on sidewalks and walkability for LMI areas • Williamston night at the Swamp Rabbits and local honors • Freedom Fest date shift and booking strategy • Burgess Family Foundation support for seniors and students If you have any questions, comments, want to sponsor or be a guest - just email me, jboone@mypulseradio.com Support the show Thanks for listening! Direct all inquiries to jboone@mypulseradio.com.

    1h 2m
  6. The Boone Show - S6 E11 - Our Christmas Special with ACTC Director of Holiday Hype, Tanya Dickerson

    12/15/2025

    The Boone Show - S6 E11 - Our Christmas Special with ACTC Director of Holiday Hype, Tanya Dickerson

    Text us what you think of this episode! We explore how shared rituals turn a busy season into a kinder one, from concerts as neutral ground to campus traditions led by our “Director of Holiday Hype.” Tanya shares how she builds warmth with simple, repeatable moments that make people feel seen. • concerts as rare places of peace • origin of a holiday hype role at school • growing up Christmas without Santa • family traditions that still matter • real vs artificial trees and lights • gift cards, Secret Santa, and office culture • student surveys on films, gifts, best and worst • either-or holiday preferences with reasons • rapid-fire trivia, facts, and friendly chaos • recommendations: Prancer and fresh cookies All the podcasts from the first half of the year, including this one, are on Spotify, Apple, wherever you get your podcasts If you want to be a sponsor of the show, email JBoone@mypulseradio.com for information All the proceeds we get for this show will go towards our students to help them go on their annual trip to New York City! Support the show Thanks for listening! Direct all inquiries to jboone@mypulseradio.com.

    1h 10m
  7. The Boone Show - S6 E10 - John Benca, Anderson County Auditor, McGee's Irish Pub Owner

    12/04/2025

    The Boone Show - S6 E10 - John Benca, Anderson County Auditor, McGee's Irish Pub Owner

    Text us what you think of this episode! We sit down with John Benca to trace a life that bridges public service and hospitality, from a physics degree and restaurant openings to the Anderson County auditor’s office and a downtown pub that survived downturns and storms. The story crescendos with adopting Sam, a family choice that reframes work, legacy, and leadership. • education in Georgia and early career moves • opening McGee’s Irish Pub and shaping a menu • how property taxes work locally in South Carolina • running an auditor’s office with integrity and service • cross-training, staffing, and standards in teams • resilience through recessions, tornadoes, and a pandemic • the adoption journey and talking to a child about it • Sam’s YouTube channel and family traditions • favorite dishes, sourcing, and shrimp-and-grits tips • leadership principles without micromanaging Like, subscribe, and share! Support the show Thanks for listening! Direct all inquiries to jboone@mypulseradio.com.

    1h 8m
  8. The Boone Show - S6 E9 - Tim Self, Executive Director of the AnMed Foundation

    11/20/2025

    The Boone Show - S6 E9 - Tim Self, Executive Director of the AnMed Foundation

    Text us what you think of this episode! We trace Tim Self’s journey from scout leader to foundation head, and unpack how gratitude, trust, and clear asks turn community giving into real healthcare impact. Community response, teen mental health, and workforce pipelines are among the chapters in an interesting and hopeful story. • small-town roots and scouting lessons shaping leadership • cookie tables to donor strategy and the art of the ask • pandemic mask drive and supply chain workarounds • what the AnMed Foundation funds and why it matters • transactional vs transformational philanthropy • repairing trust with genuine gratitude • employee assistance for SNAP and WIC gaps • teen mental health, stress literacy, and access • workforce pipeline with ACTC labs and clinicals • NICU growth, pediatrics expansion, oncology focus • hiking spots, a James Garfield docuseries, and sushi picks Like, Subscribe and Share to help our show grow! Support the show Thanks for listening! Direct all inquiries to jboone@mypulseradio.com.

    1h 2m
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Casual. Community. Conversations. We interview community and school leaders, teachers, students, business people and citizens of our area in Upstate South Carolina. We keep it light and fun, while also being educational and informative.

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  • Creator
    The Boone Show
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    80
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