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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. THE BOONE SHOW - S6 E20 - Principals Roundtable

    6D AGO

    THE BOONE SHOW - S6 E20 - Principals Roundtable

    Text us what you think of this episode! We close out the year with four high school principals sharing what they’re proud of, what still needs work, and what they’re building next for students across academics, athletics, arts, and culture. We also get a leadership transition at Wren, a look at a big middle school vote, and a not-so-serious principal challenge that turns very serious very fast.  • Dr Kyle Whitfield on leaving Wren High School and moving to the district office  • How a principal transition works when you prioritize relationships and continuity  • Mary Boarts: Big wins at Belton-Honea Path in football, boys basketball, band, and choir  • The Anderson School District 2 consolidation vote and why some residents say no  • Robby Roach: Palmetto’s growth in academics, arts, ROTC, and facility safety improvements  • Zach’s sports corner on MLB, managers, and a quick WrestleMania check-in  • Dr Adam Lanford: Powdersville’s dual enrollment push, expanding clubs, and building student belonging  • The idea that excellence has no ceiling and why schools never “arrive”  • Principal challenge games with paper airplanes, paper footballs, and a playoff round paper ball toss • Entertainment and food picks to wrap the season plus guest of the year winners  Support the show Thanks for listening! Direct all inquiries to jboone@mypulseradio.com.

    1h 17m
  2. The Boone Show - S6 E19 - New Pelzer Mayor Chase Smithwick, plus Tod Miller On What's New At The Great Anderson County Fair

    APR 23

    The Boone Show - S6 E19 - New Pelzer Mayor Chase Smithwick, plus Tod Miller On What's New At The Great Anderson County Fair

    Text us what you think of this episode! We talk with Pelzer Mayor Chase Smithwick about why local leadership moves faster than national politics and how showing up changes what a town can become. Along the way we get a preview of the Great Anderson County Fair plus a grounded look at budgets, grants, and rebuilding quality of life in a mill town.  • deciding to run for office after seeing a need for change  • a service mindset shaped by charity work and military disaster response  • why council meetings beat Facebook for learning how government works  • the time demands of a full-time mayor role without full-time pay  • Pelzer’s no city tax reality, Act 388 limits, and the need for grants  • lowering poverty through workforce training and practical health support  • revitalising parks, preserving mill houses, and rebuilding rec programs  • riverfront opportunities like trails, camping, kayaking, and conservation space  • working with nearby towns to coordinate events and share resources  • Great Anderson County Fair Manager Tod Miller shares highlights, new shows, food, deals, and safety rules for this year's Fair If you want to be a sponsor or a guest on the program, jboone@mypulseradio.com for more information. Any money we make from the show goes to the media broadcasting students for their annual trip.  Support the show Thanks for listening! Direct all inquiries to jboone@mypulseradio.com.

    1h 4m

  3. APR 16

    The Boone Show - S6 E18 - Culinary Competitions - ACTC at Nationals with Chef Chris Moree, SC State Chili Cookoff with Co-Chair Gene Jameson

    Text us what you think of this episode! We catch up with Chef Chris as his ProStart team heads back to nationals, where five teenagers have one hour and minimal equipment to cook a three-course fine dining meal for scholarship-level judging. We also preview the Belton chili cook-off with Gene Jameson and end with a quick run through of odd headlines plus our weekly picks for entertainment and food.  • why ProStart is so hard and why ACTC keeps winning  • how students design a menu and practice it 30 to 40 times  • this year’s Southern fine dining menu from mousse tart to catfish  • what nationals looks like from product check-in to penalties  • a Comic-Con “donut burger” gets a chef upgrade  • Gene’s background from biomechanics to Jameson Woodworks  • how the SC State Chili Cook-Off works and what ICS means  • the four chili categories and how winners reach worlds  • the fundraiser mission and the festival feel on Belton Square  • our guest bracket contest plus a quick news roundup  If you want to sponsor or be a guest, just shoot us an email at jboone@mypulseradio.com. Remember, you can also watch the show on YouTube (WPPB). Support the show Thanks for listening! Direct all inquiries to jboone@mypulseradio.com.

    1h 11m
  4. The Boone Show - S6 E17 - Rob & Michele Young - SC Comicon 2026, and other things...

    APR 9

    The Boone Show - S6 E17 - Rob & Michele Young - SC Comicon 2026, and other things...

    Text us what you think of this episode! SC Comic-Con weekend is almost here, and we sit down with Rob and Michele Young to talk about how a family-run convention grew into one of the biggest pop culture events in South Carolina. We dig into guests, vendors, community impact, and the behind-the-scenes decisions that keep the show fun and manageable.  • using the Greenville Convention Center at full capacity and managing the morning line indoors  • what changed after COVID and why being first back mattered  • standout guests including Ron Perlman plus Star Wars, Supernatural, and Walking Dead favorites  • the limited coffee date with “Luke” and other fan-focused extras  • new vendors, refreshed booths, and a big Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles spotlight with Kevin Eastman  • how the convention supports the community through charities, blood drives, and Vet Tix  • picking up wristbands early at Borderlands to speed up entry  • why Borderlands stays in-person only and how the gaming area builds community  • what’s trending in comics right now and why physical comics are up  • student questions on supervillains, favorite series, artists, collecting, and getting started  Tickets at sccomicon.com. You can come by Borderlands and get your wristband.  Tell your friends about the podcast and to listen to the show!  Support the show Thanks for listening! Direct all inquiries to jboone@mypulseradio.com.

    1h 9m

  5. MAR 26

    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
  6. 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

  7. 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
  8. 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
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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
    84
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    Explicit
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