The Upper Cumberland Lifestyle Show

Upper Cumberland Lifestyle

The Upper Cumberland Lifestyle Show brings our magazines to life, connecting the stories, people, and places featured across Cookeville, Sparta, Livingston, and Crossville Lifestyle. Through thoughtful conversations with local business owners, creatives, and community leaders, the show celebrates what makes the Upper Cumberland feel like home.

  1. Jun 11

    Skip & Terri Ritter: From Corporate Careers to Creative Volunteers | Inspiring Retirement Story

    What happens when a former Fortune 500 executive turned pastor and a globe-trotting flight attendant retire? If you're Skip and Terri Ritter — you don't slow down. In this heartfelt interview, we dive into the fascinating lives of two individuals who've lived coast to coast, shaped careers in wildly different industries, and ultimately chose to retire in Cookeville, TN — where they've become pillars of community service.

    16 min

  2. Jun 11

    The Historic Borden's Jewelry Building Has a New Owner (Spoiler)

    In this episode our lead hairstylist and dear friend Emily Bochette discusses the process of purchasing the historic Borden Jewelry in downtown Cookeville and what she plans to do with the building.

    26 min

  3. Jun 11

    Titans in Radio Jason & Sheila Share Backstory (Exclusive)

    Career radio personalities Jason & Sheila join us today to give us the backstory on how they got into radio, their dynamic careers and how they come together to be the hosts of Good Morning Cookeville!

    37 min

  4. Jun 11

    Mr. Hip Cookeville Himself Blair Dudley Dishes Everything You Need to Know (Exclusive)

    In today's episode, we sat down with Blair Dudley to talk about Hip Cookeville and Cookeville Businesses!

    31 min

  5. Jun 11

    The King of Grazing Tables Diego Alvarez Shares Inspiration

    This week we sit down with Diego Alvarez, who shares his unique journey from military medic to the world of grazing tables.

    29 min

  6. Jun 11

    Inside Scoop on our Spring 2025 Edition - The ART ISSUE!

    This week, we're diving into the brand-new 2025 art issue! We highlight the talented contributors who helped bring it to life and the creative work they put into this year's edition.

    7 min

  7. Jun 10

    Our Founder Chelsea Dartez's Road to Cookeville

    This week we spotlight our very own founder, Chelsea Dartez. Chelsea opens up about her passion for singing growing up, the career path that shaped her future, and her early days in Cookeville, Tennessee.

    16 min

  8. Jun 10

    The Man Who Elevated Cookeville - Former Mayor Ricky Shelton

    Our guest this week is former Mayor of Cookeville Ricky Shelton. Ricky discusses the 2020 tornado followed by COVID, and how he and Mayor Porter navigated that difficult time. We also discuss Red, White & Boom, Ricky's consulting business Shelton Consulting Solutions and what is next for Trackside Food Truck Park!

    28 min
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The Upper Cumberland Lifestyle Show brings our magazines to life, connecting the stories, people, and places featured across Cookeville, Sparta, Livingston, and Crossville Lifestyle. Through thoughtful conversations with local business owners, creatives, and community leaders, the show celebrates what makes the Upper Cumberland feel like home.

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