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In this episode, we delve into the concept of being "qualified" in the workplace, examining who gets labeled as such, who doesn't, and the underlying reasons. We explore "competency checking"—the practice of scrutinizing individuals' abilities—and how it disproportionately affects underrepresented groups, often going unnoticed or unchallenged. Our discussion aims to redefine qualifications in a fair, equitable, and actionable manner. Our guest, Shari Dunn , is an accomplished journalist, former attorney, news anchor, CEO, university professor, and sought-after speaker. She has been recognized as Executive of the Year and a Woman of Influence, with her work appearing in Fortune Magazine, The Wall Street Journal, Ad Age, and more. Her new book, Qualified: How Competency Checking and Race Collide at Work , unpacks what it truly means to be deserving and capable—and why systemic barriers, not personal deficits, are often the real problem. Her insights challenge the narratives that hold so many of us back and offer practical solutions for building a more equitable future. Together, we can build workplaces and communities that don’t just reflect the world we live in, but the one we want to create. A world where being qualified is about recognizing the talent and potential that’s been overlooked for far too long. It’s not just about getting a seat at the table—it’s about building an entirely new table, one designed with space for all of us. Connect with Our Guest Shari Dunn Website& Book - Qualified: https://thesharidunn.com LI: https://www.linkedin.com/today/author/sharidunn TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thesharidunn Related Podcast Episodes: How To Build Emotionally Mature Leaders with Dr. Christie Smith | 272 Holding It Together: Women As America's Safety Net with Jessica Calarco | 215 How To Defy Expectations with Dr. Sunita Sah | 271 Share the Love: If you found this episode insightful, please share it with a friend, tag us on social media, and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform! 🔗 Subscribe & Review: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Music…

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Join Kosta and his guest Chad Mynatt, Director of Manna Global Missions and Co-Director of El Puente Community Center.

El Puente is a Hispanic Community Center located in Cookeville, TN. El Puente's mission is to create a welcoming community and offer resources that empower and connect the Hispanic community of the Upper Cumberland. In English “El Puente” means “Bridge”. El Puente es un centro comunitario para hispanos en Cookeville, TN.

In this episode: Roughly 10% of people living in Putnam County are hispanic. It’s the fastest growing minority in Putnam County and in Tennessee. Will you tell us about the origins of El Puente and what led you to creating this organization? You’re white. That might be blunt to say, but it’s true. You’re a caucasian person that’s created a community to help our hispanic neighbors. What role do white people play in being of service to minorities and how do we better love our neighbor? What do you wish people knew about the hispanic community in the Upper Cumberland?

📌 Comedy for a Cause - Karen Mills (aka Little Karen)
📅 Friday, January 24, 2025
🕐 7:30 PM
📍 (CPAC) Cookeville Performing Arts Center - 10 E Broad St, Cookeville, TN 38501
🎟️ https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/75284740/comedy-for-a-cause-featuring-karen-mills-cookeville-cookeville-performing-arts-center

Find out more about the El Puete:
https://www.elpuentecookeville.org

Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is a product of Morgan Franklin Media and recorded in Cookeville, TN.

This episode of Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is made possible by our partners at Miss Sallie's Market.

Find out more about Miss Sallie's Market:
https://www.misssallies.com

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Meet in the Middle with Chad Mynatt

Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev

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Join Kosta and his guest Chad Mynatt, Director of Manna Global Missions and Co-Director of El Puente Community Center.

Find out more about the El Puete:
https://www.elpuentecookeville.org

Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is a product of Morgan Franklin Media and recorded in Cookeville, TN.

This episode of Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is made possible by our partners at Miss Sallie's Market.

Find out more about Miss Sallie's Market:
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Our 200th Episode! with Jill Stalnaker 1:03:29

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🥳 Join Kosta and his 200th guest : Jill Stalnaker , Prevention Training Specialist at TN Voices , Owner of Leaning Tree Agency and Mom of 5. In this episode: In 2021 the recidivism rate in Tennessee was roughly 46%. That means that almost half of all individuals released from jail or prison were estimated to return within three years. Creating a normal life after incarceration isn’t easy. Reentry is difficult, slow and for many impossible. You help to make that process easier and more realistic. Will you tell us about TN Voices and how you’re helping to educate and empower those preparing for reentry? Most of the listeners of this podcast will likely never go to jail. We can sympathize with the injustices of the system, but we’ll never really understand what it’s like to be in this position. What do you wish people knew about being in jail and what’s really going on? It’s the throughline of this episode, and let’s be honest, at least 90% of the episodes of this podcast - we need change. We’re desperately seeking change across this country and in the Upper Cumberland. When you think about the communities you work with and the greater community we’re a part of - what do you think needs to change? Find out more about TN Voices: https://tnvoices.org/ 📌 Find out more about WOMAN : 📅 Tuesday, March 18, 2025 🕐 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM 📍 185 W 12th St, Cookeville, TN 38501 🎟️ https://www.leaningtreeagency.com/event-details/woman Thank you to the 200 guests who have joined us on Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev. We're better when we're together. 💛 Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is a product of Morgan Franklin Media and recorded in Cookeville, TN. This episode of Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is made possible by our partners at Volunteer State Community College. Find out more about Volunteer State Community College: https://www.volstate.edu/campuses/cookeville…

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The Winning Team with Tammy Key 50:57

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Join Kosta and his guest: Tammy Key , Owner of Key Learning and Development . In this episode: In your experience, what do the best teams have in common? There’s one thing mid-level managers, C-suite executives, parents and volunteer soccer coaches can all agree on: just because you have a group of people working together doesn’t make them a team. You’re an expert on leadership and team-building, and I think you’re the perfect person to answer the question of what makes a group of people a team? How important is self-reflection and self-knowing in this team building process? Is it kind of like putting your own oxygen mask on first? Find out more about Key Learning and Development: https://www.keyforlearning.net Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is a product of Morgan Franklin Media and recorded in Cookeville, TN. This episode of Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is made possible by our partners at Aspire Barber and Beauty Academy. Find out more about Aspire Barber and Beauty Academy: https://aspirebarberandbeauty.com…

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The Weather Report with Michael Detwiler 40:08

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Join Kosta and his guest: Michael Detwiler , local weather observer, member of CoCoRaHS and known across the Upper Cumberland as the Cookeville Weather Guy . In this episode: I think the only fitting first question for this episode has to be: can we actually predict the weather? Why do other weather reporters get it so wrong? You’re an on the ground weather observer and member of CoCoRaHS, for everyone just now realizing that’s how it’s pronounced will you tell us about the program and what weather observers do? Why does keeping track of weather events matter for our community? What can we learn from the research you’ve done over the past 45 years? Find out more about Michael Detwiler: https://www.facebook.com/CookevilleWeatherGuy https://www.instagram.com/cookevillewxguy https://tempestwx.com/station/67890/ Find out more about CoCoRaHS: https://www.cocorahs.org/ Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is a product of Morgan Franklin Media and recorded in Cookeville, TN. This episode of Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is made possible by our partners at Miss Sallie's Market. Find out more about Miss Sallie's Market: https://www.misssallies.com…

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Stop Blaming Start Helping with Cindy Putman 1:15:56

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Join Kosta and his guest: Cindy Putman . Nationally recognized educator, advocate and consultant, Cindy works as the Ready To Learn Project Manager at WCTE and is the Academic Social Interventionist for the Putnam County School System . In this episode: You facilitated the first partnership between a public school system and a PBS station. You understand the importance of public works and the importance of giving more to those with less. What’s your message to those who question the effectiveness of public education and resources in this critical time? In 2021 you received the Champion for Children Award from Sesame Street Workshop and PBS for your work with underserved children in vulnerable communities. PBS, WCTE, and members like you give our children in the Upper Cumberland opportunities and information they wouldn’t have otherwise. Will you tell us how you’ve developed the Ready to Learn Program and how it’s changed our community? Find out more about WCTE and Ready to Learn: https://www.wcte.org/ https://thinktv.pbslearningmedia.org/collection/ready-to-learn/home/ Find out more about Cindy Putman: https://www.cynthiaputman.org/ Want to contact your Tennessee legislator? Find more here: https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/Apps/fml2022/search.aspx Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is a product of Morgan Franklin Media and recorded in Cookeville, TN. This episode of Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is made possible by our partner Sabrina Brazle, The Realty Firm. Find out more about Sabrina Brazle: https://www.sabrinabrazle.com/…

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Wings Up with Tayton Swift 25:07

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Join Kosta and his guest: Tayton Swift , Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles Football Player representing the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee and Fellowship of Christian Athletes. In this episode: You’re not only a student athlete, you’re a sponsored student athlete. Will you tell us about the process of securing sponsorships and how student athletes being able to profit from their NIL changes the opportunities they have throughout their career? Even as a student you’re not missing any opportunities to build your brand and secure your legacy. How important is it for student athletes, especially student athletes who want to get sponsorship deals to have their own personal brand? It’s undeniable that the next era of Golden Eagles football is here. We’re building a new stadium, Coach Bobby Wilder is building the greatest team we’ve ever had and the momentum is unstoppable. What can you tell us about what’s coming next? Find out more about Tayton Swift: https://linktr.ee/tayton_swift Find out more about TN Tech Golden Eagle Football: https://www.ttusports.com/sports/fball/index Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is a product of Morgan Franklin Media and recorded in Cookeville, TN. This episode of Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is made possible by our partners at Volunteer State Community College. Find out more about Volunteer State Community College: https://www.volstate.edu/campuses/cookeville…

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Tyranny of the Moment with Scott Miller 1:16:04

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Join Kosta and his guest: Scott Miller , Founder and CEO of The Poverty Solution . In conjunction with countless partners and community leaders, UCDD and The Poverty Solution are overseeing a region-wide effort to lift 1,600 children and their families out of poverty by 2025. In this episode: Poverty isn’t a fringe issue. It’s our economic reality. As someone that’s dedicated their life to helping communities alleviate poverty, what opportunities did you see in the Upper Cumberland? Getting out of poverty is hard. That might be the understatement of the century. It costs more to make money than to keep your benefits and not work at all. People want to work, they want to do better, but we’ve created a system completely contradictory to the objective. If we can’t change the system, how do we improve the outcomes? Your ultimate goal is to change how we address poverty. On your website it says “It won’t be easy. But it will change lives.” What do you hope people take away from that? Find out more about The Poverty Solution: https://www.thepovertysolution.com Find out more about Empower Upper Cumberland: https://empoweruppercumberland.org Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is a product of Morgan Franklin Media and recorded in Cookeville, TN. This episode of Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is made possible by our partners at Aspire Barber and Beauty Academy. Find out more about Aspire Barber and Beauty Academy: https://aspirebarberandbeauty.com…

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Meet in the Middle with Chad Mynatt 38:14

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Join Kosta and his guest Chad Mynatt , Director of Manna Global Missions and Co-Director of El Puente Community Cente r. El Puente is a Hispanic Community Center located in Cookeville, TN. El Puente's mission is to create a welcoming community and offer resources that empower and connect the Hispanic community of the Upper Cumberland. In English “El Puente” means “Bridge”. El Puente es un centro comunitario para hispanos en Cookeville, TN. In this episode: Roughly 10% of people living in Putnam County are hispanic. It’s the fastest growing minority in Putnam County and in Tennessee. Will you tell us about the origins of El Puente and what led you to creating this organization? You’re white. That might be blunt to say, but it’s true. You’re a caucasian person that’s created a community to help our hispanic neighbors. What role do white people play in being of service to minorities and how do we better love our neighbor? What do you wish people knew about the hispanic community in the Upper Cumberland? 📌 Comedy for a Cause - Karen Mills (aka Little Karen) 📅 Friday, January 24, 2025 🕐 7:30 PM 📍 (CPAC) Cookeville Performing Arts Center - 10 E Broad St, Cookeville, TN 38501 🎟️ https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/75284740/comedy-for-a-cause-featuring-karen-mills-cookeville-cookeville-performing-arts-center Find out more about the El Puete: https://www.elpuentecookeville.org Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is a product of Morgan Franklin Media and recorded in Cookeville, TN. This episode of Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is made possible by our partners at Miss Sallie's Market. Find out more about Miss Sallie's Market: https://www.misssallies.com…

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Moment by Moment with Susan Luna-Hazlewood 52:29

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Join Kosta and his guest: Susan Luna-Hazlewood , Director of Crawford Alumni Center at Tennessee Tech University . In this episode: Susan, you’re the Executive Director of the Tennessee Tech Alumni Association, you’re the Director of the Crawford Alumni Center and you also serve as the University's Chief Alumni Officer - needless to say, you know TTU alumni. But what do you wish every alumni knew about TTU? Higher education is an entire ecosystem all to itself - and I know that would take another full podcast episode to explain, but if you can condense it down, why does having a strong network of alumni matter for the growth and success of any university? In 2022 your daughter Ellie was diagnosed with Stage 4, High-Risk Neuroblastoma. At only 3 years old cancer had spread and was covering 80% of her body. After 15 months of chemotherapy, surgeries and treatment Ellie is officially in remission as of January 2024. How did this experience change you and your family? Find out more about Susan Luna-Hazlewood and Crawford Alumni Center: https://www.tntech.edu/univadv/cac/ Are you a TTU Almuni? Sign up for the newsletter and update your information here: https://www.tntech.edu/univadv/cac/alumni-update.php Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is a product of Morgan Franklin Media and recorded in Cookeville, TN. This episode of Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is made possible by our partner Sabrina Brazle, The Realty Firm. Find out more about Sabrina Brazle: https://www.sabrinabrazle.com/…

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The Next Chapter with David Uhrik 50:52

πριν 9 weeks50:52

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Join Kosta and his guest: David Uhrik , Owner and Director of Franklin Fixtures , US Pillars and Plenty Downtown Bookshop . In this episode: We’ll start with the most topical question first, Plenty Bookshop moved across the street from 48 West Broad Street to 41 West Broad Street on January 1st. This is Plenty’s 3rd location, and as an operations expert, I have to ask - what specifically spoke to you about this space? While many of our listeners might know you from Plenty Bookshop, and owning the company that built the You’ve Got Mail shelving, they might not know how Franklin Fixtures came to be or more importantly how it came to be in Cookeville. Will you give us a brief rundown of the company’s past 50-years and how it made its way from Cape Cod to the Upper Cumberland ? What I find the most fascinating about your story is - this was never the plan . You didn’t go out seeking any of this. What’s your advice to anyone that knows they’re meant for something greater, but has no idea how to make it happen? Find out more about Plenty Downtown Bookshop: https://www.plentybookshop.com/ 📌 41 West Broad Street, Cookeville, TN 38501 Find out more about Franklin Fixtures: https://www.franklinfixtures.com/ Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is a product of Morgan Franklin Media and recorded in Cookeville, TN. This episode of Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is made possible by our partners at Aspire Barber and Beauty Academy. Find out more about Aspire Barber and Beauty Academy: https://aspirebarberandbeauty.com…

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Titan Up with McTelvin Agim 47:56

πριν 10 weeks47:56

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Join Kosta and his guest: McTelvin Agim , Defensive Lineman for the Tennessee Titans . In this episode: You know better than anyone becoming a professional athlete takes a lifetime of work and dedication. Let’s go all the way back to the beginning - what was life like for you as a kid? Over the last two years you’ve signed with the Broncos, Colts, Texans, and now the Titans - you’ve had the opportunity to work with hundreds of world’s most talented athletes and coaches, but of course - all us Titans fans want to know, what makes the Titans the best team in the NFL ? There are unbelievable pressures on athletes of every level. How do you deal with the pressure of being on a professional team and separating yourself from both the wins and the losses? Find out more about the Tennessee Titans: https://www.tennesseetitans.com/ Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is a product of Morgan Franklin Media and recorded in Cookeville, TN. This episode of Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is made possible by our partners at Volunteer State Community College. Find out more about Volunteer State Community College: https://www.volstate.edu/campuses/cookeville…

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Everyone Loves Economics with Dr. Chelsea Dowell 1:01:34

πριν 11 weeks1:01:34

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Join Kosta and his guest: Dr. Chelsea Dowell , Professor of Economics at Tennessee Tech University . In this episode: It was the most Googled question on November 6th, the day after the 2024 United States Presidential Election, and we’re here to ask you (a much more qualified resource than Google) what is a tariff? James Carville said it best, “It’s the economy stupid.” We’re all worried about the economy, but what exactly are we worried about? What’s made our groceries, housing and everything we spend our paycheck on, especially here in the Upper Cumberland so much more expensive? We’re told daily our economy in the State of Tennessee is one of the best in the United States. According to the published budget on our state website we have a rainy day fund of $2,070,000,000.00. However, Tennessee is ranked in the top 10 states for poverty, and the median income is $33,901.00. How can the economy be thriving, and our state has billions in savings, while the average Tennessean is making roughly $16 an hour? Find out more about the Economics program at Tennessee Technological University: https://www.tntech.edu/majors/economics.php https://www.tntech.edu/directory/business/chelsea-dowell.php Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is a product of Morgan Franklin Media and recorded in Cookeville, TN. This episode of Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is made possible by our partners at Miss Sallie's Market. Find out more about Miss Sallie's Market: https://www.misssallies.com…

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Growing Well with Zakiya Roberts 41:54

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Join Kosta and his guest: Zakiya Roberts, Master Gardener, Director of Growing Garners and Owner of Pots of Peace . In this episode: Through Pots of Peace you’re not only able to interconnect our community through generations, you're able to bridge the information gap that’s expanding from generation to generation. What skills are you teaching that most Millennials, Gen Z, and even some Gen Xers didn’t grow up with? Teaching families how to be more self-sufficient is a cornerstone of your brand and mission. What does self-sufficiency mean to you? Why should it be important to all of us? Let’s talk about Growing Gardeners and bringing kids into the garden. What do children learn from being in the garden they aren’t learning at home or school? Find out more about more about Zakiya Roberts, Pots of Peace and Growing Garners: https://potsofpeace.square.site https://www.instagram.com/pots_ofpeace https://www.facebook.com/PotsofPeace/ Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is a product of Morgan Franklin Media and recorded in Cookeville, TN. This episode of Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is made possible by our partners at Aspire Barber and Beauty Academy. Find out more about Aspire Barber and Beauty Academy: https://aspirebarberandbeauty.com…

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Career Day with Hailey Sullivan 45:01

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Join Kosta and his guest: Hailey Sullivan , Upper Cumberland CTE Consultant for the Tennessee Department of Education . In this episode: For parents, especially in the Upper Cumberland, it feels like we’re being pulled in 20 different directions to figure out what’s “best” for our children. Whether it’s going to college, getting a technical certificate or entering the workforce right out of high school, the goal post is moving everyday. What’s your advice to parents on how to prepare their children for success? Most middle school students are between the ages of 10 and 14. The majority of these kids are more worried about getting their braces off than getting a job, and understandably so. How do you get 12 year olds excited about career development and why does it matter at this age? When we’re looking at the Upper Cumberland, and what’s to come - what do you think the most valuable career paths over the next decade will be and what industries will be fading out? Find out more about Upper Cumberland CTE: https://www.tn.gov/education.html https://www.facebook.com/people/Upper-Cumberland-CTE/61559875886783/?_rdr Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is a product of Morgan Franklin Media and recorded in Cookeville, TN. This episode of Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is made possible by our partner Sabrina Brazle, The Realty Firm. Find out more about Sabrina Brazle: https://www.sabrinabrazle.com/…

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The Power to Heal with Lisa Mackie 1:07:57

πριν 14 weeks1:07:57

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Join Kosta and his guest: Lisa Mackie, Executive Director of Deeper Still Upper Cumberland . The mission of Deeper Still Upper Cumberland is to bring healing and lasting freedom to abortion wounded hearts of women and men. The Upper Cumberland chapter was founded by Lisa Mackie after she attended a Deeper Still retreat. This chapter is an affiliate of the founding Deeper Still based in Knoxville, Tennessee. Find out more about Lisa Mackie and Deeper Still Upper Cumberland: https://www.deeperstilluppercumberland.org Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is a product of Morgan Franklin Media and recorded in Cookeville, TN. This episode of Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is made possible by our partners at Aspire Barber and Beauty Academy. Find out more about Aspire Barber and Beauty Academy: https://aspirebarberandbeauty.com…

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Season's Greetings with Shaun Scantland 1:03:44

πριν 15 weeks1:03:44

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Join Kosta and his guest: Shaun Scantland , Business Development Consultant at Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development . This week we're celebrating Thanksgiving, biscuits and gravy, and all the ways we're better together. We’re honored to host Shaun on this special Thanksgiving episode, because he makes this community and podcast better everyday. Thank you to our guest host of Questions from a Cornucopia, BTwKY Producer Morgan Franklin and special guest Finn Scantland. Shaun's Dressing Recipe: Step 1: Cornbread Ingredients 2 cups White Lily white cornmeal mix 1 1/3 cups whole milk 1/4 cup canola oil 1 egg, beaten Directions Preheat the oven to 450°F. In a mixing bowl, combine the cornmeal mix, milk, canola oil, and beaten egg until smooth. Pour the batter into a greased black iron skillet for best results. Bake at 450°F until the top is golden brown. Step 2: Cornbread Dressing Ingredients 1 batch cornbread (6 cups crumbled) 3 cups bread crumbs (use wheat bread) 2–4 chicken breasts, boiled until done and drained (set aside) 2 cups onion, sautéed in butter until tender (set aside) 3–4 cups chicken broth (2 large cartons; add as needed for "soupy" consistency) 1 tsp salt 1/2 tsp ground pepper 2 eggs, beaten 1 1/2 tsp dried thyme 1 heaping tsp ground sage 1 tsp dried marjoram 1 1/2 tsp dried rosemary Directions Prepare the Ingredients: Boil the chicken breasts until done, drain, and shred. Sauté the onions in butter until tender. Crumble the cornbread and bread crumbs into a large mixing bowl. Mix the Dressing: Add the shredded chicken and sautéed onions to the bowl. Sprinkle in the salt, pepper, thyme, sage, marjoram, and rosemary. Stir in the beaten eggs. Add Chicken Broth: Begin by adding 1 carton of chicken broth, then gradually add more until the mixture is "soupy." Mix thoroughly to ensure all ingredients are evenly combined. Bake: Preheat the oven to 400°F. Spray your baking dish with non-stick spray. Pour the mixture into the prepared dish. Bake for about 1 hour, or until the top is golden brown. Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is a product of Morgan Franklin Media and recorded in Cookeville, TN. This episode of Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is made possible by our partners at Miss Sallie's Market. Find out more about Miss Sallie's Market: https://www.misssallies.com…

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We Work for Cats with Jennifer Hutchinson-Tracy 38:32

πριν 16 weeks38:32

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Join Kosta and his guest: Jennifer Hutchinson-Tracy, Director of the Putnam County Animal Shelter . In this episode: Adopting a pet is a magical experience. What’s one of your favorite adoption stories from here in Putnam County? And what do we need to know about how to adopt our next furry friend? How many animals are currently at the Putnam County Animal Shelter and what does the intake to adoption rate look like for any given month? If you could manage one misconception people have about animal shelters or even animal control, what would it be? You’ve helped thousands of families here in the Upper Cumberland find another member of their family and a pet they will cherish for the rest of their life. The holidays are right around the corner, everyone wants a puppy for Christmas, what’s your message to families on adopting instead of shopping from a breeder this holiday season? Find out more about Putnam County Animal Shelter: https://www.cookeville-tn.gov/161/Animal-Shelter Find out more about Friends of Putnam County Animal Shelter: https://friendsofcpcanimals.org Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is a product of Morgan Franklin Media and recorded in Cookeville, TN. This episode of Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is made possible by our partners at Volunteer State Community College. Find out more about Volunteer State Community College: https://www.volstate.edu/campuses/cookeville…

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All Politics Are Local with Senator Paul Bailey 47:54

πριν 17 weeks47:54

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Join Kosta and his guest: Senator Paul Bailey , Tennessee State Senator , Representing the 15th District. In this episode: I know some people are listening and thinking, I know what a State Senator is - but I don’t actually know . Will you walk us through what you do at the Capitol and how the State Senate impacts our lives here in the Upper Cumberland? You’re a strong supporter of small government to expedite economic growth in Tennessee . In your experience, why is small government the most effective way to govern and how is it helping to drive the economic growth in the 15th District? In many years, when you decide to hang up your hat - what do you hope is your legacy from your time serving your community, this district, and our great state of Tennessee? Find out more about Paul Bailey: https://paulbaileyfortn.com https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/legislatorinfo/member.aspx?district=S15 Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is a product of Morgan Franklin Media and recorded in Cookeville, TN. This episode of Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is made possible by our partner Sabrina Brazle, The Realty Firm. Find out more about Sabrina Brazle: https://www.sabrinabrazle.com/…

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On the Other Side with Amy McBroom 49:21

πριν 18 weeks49:21

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Join Kosta and his guest: Amy McBroom (Stockwell), Director of The Upper Cumberland Family Justice Center . In this episode: It’s almost the holidays, it’s an election year, and we’re feeling stress from every angle right now. I read something really devastating on your Facebook that sometimes people feel like they have to wait until after holidays or big life events to ask for help or leave an abusive partner because they don’t want to ruin anything. What would you say to these victims? I can’t get this information out of my head: 1 in 3 women is a victim of domestic abuse and 1 in 4 men are victims, I had no idea. Do you think most people know this? Domestic abuse can be mental, physical, economic or psychological, and it’s not always easy to tell when someone is being abused. If we suspect someone is being abused what should we do? Find out more about Upper Cumberland Family Justice Center: https://ucfamilyjusticecenter.org Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is a product of Morgan Franklin Media and recorded in Cookeville, TN. This episode of Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is made possible by our partners at Aspire Barber and Beauty Academy. Find out more about Aspire Barber and Beauty Academy: https://aspirebarberandbeauty.com…

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Life on Life's Terms with Matt Collins 57:56

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This episode contains themes that may be distressing to some listeners: including child loss, death, extreme weather events and other content that is not intended for children. We understand if this episode is too overwhelming for you to listen to at this time. We hope all our audience will read the Collin's Family Story and consider making a donation to The Magnolia Foundation . Join Kosta and his guest: Matt Collins , Founder of The Magnolia Foundation. On March 3, 2020, the Upper Cumberland changed forever. For the community, it was an indescribable loss - for Matt, it was an unimaginable one. The tornado that ravaged the Upper Cumberland took the one thing we can never replace, 19 members of this community, including Matt and Macy's beautiful daughter Hattie Jo. To honor Hattie Jo, the Collins family started the Hattie Jo Collins Memorial Scholarship, an endowed scholarship at Tennessee Tech University that benefits students in the nursing program. In 2023, they founded The Magnolia Foundation which seeks to serve families who have also experienced the pain of child loss. Find out more and donate to The Magnolia Foundation: https://www.themagnoliafoundation.com/ Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is a product of Morgan Franklin Media and recorded in Cookeville, TN. This episode of Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is made possible by our partners at Miss Sallie's Market. Find out more about Miss Sallie's Market: https://www.misssallies.com…

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How to Win Your Costume Contest with Amy Ing 41:49

πριν 20 weeks41:49

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Join Kosta and his guest: Amy Ing, Owner of Spotlight Costumes . In this episode: Collectively we spend a pretty penny on Halloween, in America alone we spent 12.2 billion dollars in 2024. So, how does renting a costume from you compare to buying a costume online or at a big box store? Because after you buy the costume, wig, shoes, and accessories, it can easily be $200-$300 for a cheap costume you’re never going to wear again. Halloween is right around the corner, and in the true spirit of the season and this episode, I want to talk about dressing up for Halloween. What’s your favorite Halloween costume that you’ve ever had? What does the process of finding our dream Halloween costume look like with the help of Spotlight Costumes? Find out more about Spotlight Costumes: https://www.spotlightcostumes.net/ Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is a product of Morgan Franklin Media and recorded in Cookeville, TN. This episode of Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is made possible by our partners at Aspire Barber and Beauty Academy. Find out more about Aspire Barber and Beauty Academy: https://aspirebarberandbeauty.com…

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Enter If You Dare with Carroll Moore and Erica McElroy 45:45

πριν 21 weeks45:45

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Join Kosta and his guests: Carroll Moore and Erica McElroy, Owners of Halloween Hollow Haunted House . In this episode: Visiting a haunted house or haunted corn maze at Halloween is nothing new, but Halloween Hollow provides a multi-event experience. Will you talk about what it’s like to visit the haunt and what makes Halloween Hollow different? I love Halloween. I love scary movies. I love spooky stuff in general, but I’m terrified of haunted houses. Why do you think some people love going to in-person haunts while others absolutely hate it? This year, you have an experience where guests must sign a waiver. Why do they have to sign it? Can anything bad actually happen in a haunted house? Find out more about Halloween Hollow Haunted House: https://halloweenhollowhaunt.com/ Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is a product of Morgan Franklin Media and recorded in Cookeville, TN. This episode of Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is made possible by our partner Sabrina Brazle, The Realty Firm. Find out more about Sabrina Brazle: https://www.sabrinabrazle.com/…

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Beyond the Board with Eddie Walker 47:37

πριν 22 weeks47:37

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Join Kosta and his guest: Eddie Walker, Magic: The Gathering community organizer and Manager of Knighthood Games . In this episode: To be totally honest with you, we’re sailing in uncharted territory. I’d venture to guess most of our audience (and myself) have very limited knowledge on games like Magic: The Gathering and Dungeons and Dragons. So let’s start there, what is tabletop gaming? In 2016 the world was reintroduced to RPGs, specifically Dungeons and Dragons through the Netflix show Stranger Things. For anyone that’s seen that show and wonders if that’s what it’s actually like to play the game, what would you say? Gaming still has a lot of stigmas. Whether it’s video games or tabletop games, you might have made it past the satanic allegations, but you aren’t totally out of the woods yet. What do you feel like are a few of the biggest misconceptions about gamers and their lifestyles? I want to talk about Magic: The Gathering, known more commonly to the players as Magic. What is it? How did it help build Knighthood Games into what it is today? Find out more about Knighthood Games: https://knighthoodgames.com/ Join the Knighthood Games Discord: https://discord.com/invite/heSxJU4qBe Join the Magic: The Gathering Cookeville Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/275497302639289 Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is a product of Morgan Franklin Media and recorded in Cookeville, TN. This episode of Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is made possible by our partners at Aspire Barber and Beauty Academy. Find out more about Aspire Barber and Beauty Academy: https://aspirebarberandbeauty.com…

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A Midsemester Night's Dream with Mark Creter 37:07

πριν 23 weeks37:07

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Join Kosta and his guest: Mark Creter , Professor of Theatre for the School of Music at Tennessee Technological University. Proudly serving as the artistic director of the campus theatre, the Backdoor Playhouse from 1992-2024, for the past 30-years Mark's dedicated his life to the development, expansion and betterment of the performing arts at Tennessee Tech, and across the Upper Cumberland. In this episode: You’re no stranger to the partisan divide and increasingly conservative values of this community. What role does threatre and the performing arts play in leveling the playing field and turning down the temperature to help us see each other as equals? This fall you’re directing The Two Gentlemen of Verona, which will premiere this Friday, October 4th and run until October 12th. For anyone counting this is Mark’s 9th time directing for Shakespeare in the park. What can we expect from this performance? Whether it’s on a state, local or campus level, the past few years have brought to light several questions about the morality and legality of men dressing in women’s clothes and vice versa. As someone that’s worked in the theatre their entire life, and studied the history of performing arts (and costuming), how did we get here and more importantly what can we do to move forward? Find out more about Mark's Next Production - Two Gentlemen of Verona: 📆 October 4-12, 2024 ⏰ 7:00 PM 📍 Dogwood Park/Performance Pavilion 💵 Free Admission 🛜 https://www.cookeville-tn.gov/461/Dogwood-Shakespeare-in-the-Park Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is a product of Morgan Franklin Media and recorded in Cookeville, TN. This episode of Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is made possible by our partners at Miss Sallie's Market. Find out more about Miss Sallie's Market: https://www.misssallies.com…

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The Missing Link with Kathryn Wisinger 37:26

πριν 24 weeks37:26

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Join Kosta and his guest: Kathryn Wisinger, Director of the Putnam County Library . In this episode: In this community we’re lucky to have the partnership of local government, education, public resources like the library, non-profit resources like Plenty Book Store and countless businesses and community members working to improve the “book culture” as our friend Lisa Uhrik would say. *However, in Putnam County only 31% of elementary students tested at or above the proficient level for reading. What’s the missing link ? As a kid I loved going to the library, now my kids love going to the library, but a lot has changed in the past 20 years. What can parents expect the Putnam County Library of 2024 to have it didn’t before? What are a few small changes we can make as parents, and adults in general to reintegrate reading into our lives and help create that “book culture” for the people around us? Find out more about Kathryn Wisinger and the Putnam County Library: https://pclibrary.org/ Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is a product of Morgan Franklin Media and recorded in Cookeville, TN. This episode of Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is made possible by our partner Sabrina Brazle, The Realty Firm. Find out more about Sabrina Brazle: https://www.sabrinabrazle.com/ *More information about Putnam County School System testing scores, finances and other government provided data can be found here .…

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The Memes That Made Us with Ryan Risher 44:16

πριν 25 weeks44:16

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Join Kosta and his guest: Ryan Risher , Realtor at Skender-Newton Realty representing The Risher Team. Like the rest of Tennessee we love following Ryan you on social media. Whether it’s ghost stories, memes about Cookeville or just sharing funny things that happen with your family, he always know exactly the content we want to see. In this episode we're finding out why Ryan decided to go such a different direction with his social media. How to be ourselves online (or at least try). Why there's so many real estate agents in the Cookeville and what's next for buyers and sellers in Cookeville. Find out more about Ryan Risher and follow him on social media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ryanwrisher/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ryan.risher/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ryanwrisher Find out more about The Risher Team and working with Ryan: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RyanWRisher/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryan-w-risher-36427092/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@risherteamtennesseerealest4095 Skender-Newton Realty: https://www.heathersellshouses.com/ Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is a product of Morgan Franklin Media and recorded in Cookeville, TN. This episode of Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is made possible by our partners at Aspire Barber and Beauty Academy. Find out more about Aspire Barber and Beauty Academy: https://aspirebarberandbeauty.com…

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We're Going to the Olympics with Emily Armstrong 19:49

πριν 26 weeks19:49

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Join Kosta and his guest: Emily Armstrong , Graduate Student at TN Tech and photographer . A note for everyone listening to this episode, we’ll be exclusively talking about Emily’s trip to the 2024 Paris Olympics where she photographed the games’ archery competitions. She is an incredibly talented photographer and creator, so we hope you’ll look at her other work, but for now, we are going full gas, no breaks on her Olympic debut. 😀 Find out more about Emily Armstrong: https://emilyarmstrongphoto.com/ https://www.instagram.com/emgarmstrong https://www.linkedin.com/in/emilygarmstr0ng/ https://www.tntech.edu/stories/students/emily-armstrong.php Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is a product of Morgan Franklin Media and recorded in Cookeville, TN. This episode of Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is made possible by our partners at Volunteer State Community College. Find out more about Volunteer State Community College: https://www.volstate.edu/campuses/cookeville…

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Sheer Determination and Willpower with Téa Phillips 33:20

πριν 27 weeks33:20

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Join Kosta and his guest: Téa Phillips . CEO of ATS Innovations Inc., and inventor of MetaFlex Gloves . In this episode: Roughly 20% of adults in America are living with an Arthritis diagnosis. When we lose the ability to grip or use our hands as we normally would, with conditions like Arthritis our life changes completely. For almost the past decade you’ve worked on engineering, testing and scaling a glove to help people with such mobility issues. What inspired you to start Metaflex? How does Metaflex work and who does it help the most? Find out more about MetaFlex Gloves: https://metaflexglove.com/ Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is a product of Morgan Franklin Media and recorded in Cookeville, TN. This episode of Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is made possible by our partners at Aspire Barber and Beauty Academy. Find out more about Aspire Barber and Beauty Academy: https://aspirebarberandbeauty.com…

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The Scoop with Tyler Buck 40:09

πριν 28 weeks40:09

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Join Kosta and his guest: Tyler Buck , Owner of Baskin Robbins Cookeville , and coming this fall, Baskin Robbins Algood. Tyler is the youngest Baskin Robbin's franchise owner in the company's history. In this episode: Our Baskin Robbins isn’t just in the community, it’s part of the community and that’s something you’ve championed since buying the store. What does it mean to you as a business owner, especially a young business owner to be part of this community? For those that don’t know, Baskin Robbins created the franchisee model and while you don’t own the name you do own the business. How has that helped you develop your locations and what do you wish people knew about franchises? If you’d never got a job at Baskin Robbins what kind of business did you want to open? Where do you think you’d be right now? Find out more about Baskin Robbins Cookeville: https://locations.baskinrobbins.com/tn/cookeville/1265-interstate-dr-358846-br https://www.instagram.com/cookevillebr/ Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is a product of Morgan Franklin Media and recorded in Cookeville, TN. This episode of Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is made possible by our partner Sabrina Brazle, The Realty Firm. Find out more about Sabrina Brazle: https://www.sabrinabrazle.com/…

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How Kosta Got Hacked with Dr. Muhammad Ismail 48:15

πριν 29 weeks48:15

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PSA: If you get a random Dropbox Link from Kosta, please don't open it! 😬 Join Kosta and his guest: Dr. Muhammad Ismail Director of CEROC and Associate Professor of Computer Science at Tennessee Tech University . In this episode: This goes without saying, but we use the internet for everything. Even my washer and dryer are hooked up to Wi-Fi. That being said, a cyber attack on the United States could be devastating. In your opinion, would a major cyber attack be more catastrophic than a conventional on-the-ground attack? Generally speaking: in real life, what does a cyberattack typically look like? Who does it normally impact? Who fixes the problem? How do they know how to fix the problem? Find out more about CEROC and Dr. Muhammad Ismail: https://www.tntech.edu/ceroc/ Find out more about Plenty Bookshop's Literary Gala (Three Musketeers Masquerade): 📅 Saturday, September 7, 2024 📍 Leslie Town Center ⏰ 6:00 PM - 11:00 PM 🎟️ Buy Tickets Here…

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Life is Like a Box of... Algae?? with Dr. Mark Green 1:01:51

πριν 30 weeks1:01:51

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Join Kosta and his guest: Dr. Mark Green, educator, community organizer and actor. Currently Dr. Green is a professor of biology at Tennessee Tech University and Vol State Community College where he facilitates a campus community garden and non-credit based outdoor series open to all adventurers of the Upper Cumberland. In this episode: The first thing you told us when we started working on this episode was that you were the Forrest Gump of the academic world and there couldn’t be a truer statement. From dropping out of school to join the military to later getting your PhD, to being a stand-in for Tom Hanks on Sully, to starting a public outdoor adventure series in the Upper Cumberland, you’ve left no stone unturned. What did you want to be when you grew up? Did you ever think you’d meet the actual Forrest Gump? You currently work as a professor at both Vol State and TTU. At Vol State you've not only started a non-credit based outdoor adventure series, but you’ve also started a community garden for faculty and students. Will you tell us about the outdoor series and how the campus garden works? Find out more about UC Outdoor Adventure Series and VSCC: https://www.facebook.com/volstateuppercumberland https://www.volstate.edu/campuses/cookeville Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is a product of Morgan Franklin Media and recorded in Cookeville, TN. This episode of Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is made possible by our partners at Aspire Barber and Beauty Academy and Caleb Bates Personalized Learning. Find out more about Aspire Barber and Beauty Academy: https://aspirebarberandbeauty.com/ Find out more about Caleb Bates Personalized Learning: https://caleb-bates.com/…

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We Met the Tooth Fairy with Dr. Landon Sears 57:20

πριν 31 weeks57:20

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Join Kosta and his guest: Dr. Landon Sears, Pediatric Dentist and Founder of Cavity Commando's Dentistry for Kids. In this episode: For parents who are thinking about where to take their kids to the dentist, is there a difference between pediatric dentistry and going to a normal dentist? As a parent you might think, okay my kids are going to lose these teeth anyways. What’s the big deal? Of course they need to brush and floss and get check ups, but why would your kid ever need serious dental care or procedures? Is sugar what causes cavities? Is not flossing causing cavities? What’s everyday advice for parents on practical tips to help keep their kid’s teeth healthy and cavity free? Find out more about Cavity Commando's Dentistry for Kids: https://cookevillekidsdental.com/ Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is a product of Morgan Franklin Media and recorded in Cookeville, TN. This episode of Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is made possible by our partners at Miss Sallie's Market. Find out more about Miss Sallie's Market: https://www.misssallies.com…

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Know Better Do Better with Jason McCormick 43:55

πριν 32 weeks43:55

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Join Kosta and his guest: Jason McCormick , Director of Liquidations at Northstar Recycling Company , and former owner of R-Cubed. In this episode: The average American creates and discards roughly 5 pounds of trash per day. As someone that’s been at the forefront of recycling and circularity for the past 15 years, what do you think is the most misunderstood part of recycling? One of the top concerns of Gen-Z and the next generation of advocates is climate change and sustainability. What part does recycling on a personal and corporate level play to start slowing these challenges? Find out more about Northstar Recycling Company: https://northstarrecycling.com/ Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is a product of Morgan Franklin Media and recorded in Cookeville, TN. This episode of Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is made possible by our partners at Aspire Barber and Beauty Academy. Find out more about Aspire Barber and Beauty Academy: https://aspirebarberandbeauty.com/…

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The Art of You with Mitchell White 46:45

πριν 33 weeks46:45

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Join Kosta and his guest: Mitchell White , celebrated artist, designer, and educator. In this episode: Whether it’s through painting, floral design, events or educating others - your creativity and passion for art is larger than life and larger than you. You build a community everywhere you go, and that’s the throughline of this entire episode. What’s your advice to artists, or simply people in general on how to build a better community around them? You’ve worked in the Putnam County School System for nearly 3 decades, and over the past 30 years a lot has changed. As public schools continue to cut budgets for art programs across the country, what’s your personal testimony to the importance of art curriculums in school? Do you ever worry about the creativity and artistic skills that might be lost in the upcoming generations? How is AI and the internet already impacting the next generation of art? Find out more about Mitchell White: https://www.mitchellwhite.com Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is a product of Morgan Franklin Media and recorded in Cookeville, TN. This episode of Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is made possible by our partners at Volunteer State Community College. Find out more about Volunteer State Community College: https://www.volstate.edu/campuses/cookeville…

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Our Why Starts at The Y with Mandy Perhay 23:05

πριν 34 weeks23:05

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Join Kosta and his guest: Mandy Perhay , CEO of Putnam County Family YMCA . In this episode: What does our YMCA offer our community that no other facility or organization can? There are over 4,600 members at our YMCA and whether you’re 8 or 88 there’s something for everyone. Unlike most gyms, we’re encouraged to bring our kids to the Y. How does having a multigenerational space for fitness help strengthen our community? The YMCA isn’t the cheapest gym in Cookeville, it’s far from it. However, it does offer options and opportunities for all of our community. Will you tell us about membership options and how we are investing in our neighbors through our membership? Find out more about the Putnam County Family YMCA: https://pcfymca.org/ Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is a product of Morgan Franklin Media and recorded in Cookeville, TN. This episode of Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is made possible by our partner Sabrina Brazle, The Realty Firm. Find out more about Sabrina Brazle: https://www.sabrinabrazle.com/…

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Is it Radical? with Cyril Focht 51:17

πριν 35 weeks51:17

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Join Kosta and his guest: Cyril Focht , 2024 House of Representatives Candidate for Tennessee’s 6th District . In this episode: There are currently 3 candidates for the Democratic Primary of this seat including you, Lore Bergman and Clay Faircloth. Of the three, you’re the only candidate to raise campaign contributions with just under $55,000.00. Besides your ability to financially sustain this campaign, why do you believe you’ll be selected as the nominee on August 1st? Let’s talk specifically about the office you’re running for - Tennessee’s 6th Congressional District. This position is currently held by John Rose and has been since 2019. This seat is up for reelection every 2 years and the 6th district spans from Crossville to East Nashville. How did the prospect of holding this particular office speak to you? As a country, we are more divided than ever on the social issues that impact our everyday life. From public schools, border policy, climate, healthcare - I can go on all day, but I won’t. The one thing we can usually agree on is there is too much money going into Washington. Americans are failing while corporations and the top 1% gain more wealth and power. What is your plan to work against this system for Tennesseeans? Find out more about Cyril Focht: https://vote4focht.us/ Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is a product of Morgan Franklin Media and recorded in Cookeville, TN. This episode of Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is made possible by our partners at Aspire Barber and Beauty Academy. Find out more about Aspire Barber and Beauty Academy: https://aspirebarberandbeauty.com/…

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Ahead of the Curve with Blakelee Paige Smith 1:04:54

πριν 36 weeks1:04:54

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Join Kosta and his guest: Blakelee Paige Smith , MSN, APRN, AGPCNP-BC, NP-C, Owner and Founder of Skin and Aesthetics . Skin and Aesthetics was created to provide the highest quality and excellence in aesthetic dermatology to the Upper Cumberland. What started as a dream in 2019 became reality in 2023 when Skin and Aesthetics opened in Cookeville’s own Premier Medical Park. In this episode: It seems like on every corner we have a bank, church or med spa. As a Dual Board-Certified Nurse Practitioner, and someone with about 30 letters behind your name, what’s your professional opinion on med spas? Why are there so many and what kind of credentials does someone need to open one? I have two daughters and everyday I’m reminded this is not the lip smackers and apricot scrub generation I grew up in. Tweens and young girls want real skincare, but when is it actually appropriate? Small changes over time make a greater impact than big changes made sporadically. What are the small changes we can make to improve our skin, feel more confident, and go longer without needing professional beauty treatments? Find out more about Skin and Aesthetics: https://theskinandaestheticsclinic.com/ Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is a product of Morgan Franklin Media and recorded in Cookeville, TN. This episode of Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is made possible by our partners at Miss Sallie's Market. Find out more about Miss Sallie's Market: https://www.misssallies.com…

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The Business of Beauty with Mike Franklin 31:36

πριν 37 weeks31:36

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Join Kosta and his guest: Mike Franklin, Co-Founder and Owner of Aspire Barber and Beauty Academy , and Owner of Cookeville’s newest luxury salon Wild Honey Beauty Co. In this episode: After over a decade of being Cookeville’s beauty destination, this summer Loxx Salon and Spa is closing. As a business owner, how did you know it was time to move on? Aspire Barber and Beauty Academy opened in February of 2023, and has already celebrated several rounds of successful graduates and is getting ready for its largest cohort to date. What inspired Aspire and what is your biggest mission for this school? When it comes to the business of beauty, what’s one piece of advice you’d share with stylists, salon owners and anyone hoping to make a living from the beauty industry? Find out more about Aspire Barber and Beauty Academy: https://aspirebarberandbeauty.com/ Find out more about Wild Honey Beauty Co.: https://www.facebook.com/wildhoneybeautycocookeville Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is a product of Morgan Franklin Media and recorded in Cookeville, TN. This episode of Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is made possible by our partners at Volunteer State Community College. Find out more about Volunteer State Community College: https://www.volstate.edu/campuses/cookeville…

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How the Internet Works with Jonathan West 46:18

πριν 38 weeks46:18

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Join Kosta and his guest: Jonathan West, CEO of Twin Lakes Telephone Cooperative. In this episode: For those of us who don’t really understand how the internet works or how it’s changed over the last - let’s say 20 years - what’s fiber internet? What’s broadband? How do you know what kind of internet is right for you? How can access to broadband change the workforce of the Upper Cumberland? If anyone’s listening and thinking, well, I already have internet and it works well enough - I don’t want to go through the trouble of changing. What does Twin Lakes do differently? Find Out More About Twin Lakes: https://www.twinlakes.net Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is a product of Morgan Franklin Media and recorded in Cookeville, TN. This episode of Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is made possible by our partners at Aspire Barber and Beauty Academy and Caleb Bates Personalized Learning. Find out more about Aspire Barber and Beauty Academy: https://aspirebarberandbeauty.com/ Find out more about Caleb Bates Personalized Learning: https://caleb-bates.com/…

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More is Possible with Jennifer Gray 27:18

πριν 39 weeks27:18

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Join Kosta and his guest Jennifer Gray, Autism Advocate, Mother of Cookeville Lifestyle’s Cover Thomas Golz and Co-Founder of Small World Dioramas. Find this issue of Cookeville Lifestyles Magazine: https://cookevillelifestyles.com/find-the-magazine/ In this episode: How it felt for Jennifer and Thomas to share their story with Cookeville and beyond. What it's like to raise a child with special needs, and how to help your child find their place no matter their passion or interests. How we can support special needs children, adults and their caregivers. Find out more about Small World Dioramas: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091924713142 Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is a product of Morgan Franklin Media and recorded in Cookeville, TN. This episode of Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is made possible by our partners at Miss Sallie's Market. Find out more about Miss Sallie's Market: https://www.misssallies.com…

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Long Live the Queens with Katie Love 38:19

πριν 40 weeks38:19

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🌈 Happy Pride Month! Y'all means ALL, and no matter what month it is, we're proud to represent all the people who make our community better when we're together. Join Kosta and his guest: Katie Love, honored Upper Cumberland Pride Royalty, Queen 2019 and 2015, Miss RoadHouse 2017 and Miss Gay East Tennessee America 2013, Katie’s work in entertainment and activism is unparalleled. She helped build the LGBTQ community of the Upper Cumberland as it stands today. Find out more about Upper Cumberland Pride: https://ucpride.org/ 🌈 Upper Cumberland Pride 2024: 📍 Dogwood Park 📅 Saturday, June 8, 2024 ⏰ 11:00am - 5:00pm Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is a product of Morgan Franklin Media and recorded in Cookeville, TN. This episode of Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is made possible by our partner Sabrina Brazle, The Realty Firm. Find out more about Sabrina Brazle: https://www.sabrinabrazle.com/…

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Life Starts at 60 with Holly Williams 47:27

πριν 41 weeks47:27

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Join Kosta and his guest: Holly Williams, Director of Area Agency on Aging and Disability at Upper Cumberland Development District . Roughly 14,000 Putnam County residents are over the age of 65. That’s approximately 17% of our population. In this episode: What opportunities and advantages do we have in the Upper Cumberland for this age group that many communities do not? Whether you’re looking at care for yourself or a parent, what’s your advice for preparing for these costs? The Area Agencies on Aging and Disabilities provides programs and services for older Tennesseans, as well as those with disabilities. Will you tell us about these services and how people can work with you? Find out more about Area Agency on Aging and Disability at UCDD: https://ucdd.org/aaad/ Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is a product of Morgan Franklin Media and recorded in Cookeville, TN. This episode of Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is made possible by our partners at Volunteer State Community College. Find out more about Volunteer State Community College: https://www.volstate.edu/campuses/cookeville…

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Evidence Based with Dr. Elizabeth Lisic 1:00:53

πριν 42 weeks1:00:53

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Join Kosta and his guest: Dr. Elizabeth Lisic , Assistant Director of BIRCH Professional Learning Center at Branch Alliance for Educator Diversity. In addition to her achievements in research and development in education, Dr. Lisic is the proud Mother of actors: Elle Lisic and Evan Lisic . In this episode: You have over a decade of experience in professional development and student learning, specifically related to outcomes such as critical and creative thinking. As a parent yourself, how have you used this background to help your children succeed? If you could give one piece of advice to parents on how to encourage curiosity and critical thinking for their children, what would it be? What’s your advice to parents who have children interested in acting or media of any kind? Find out more about Dr. Elizabeth Lisic: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabeth-lisic https://www.educatordiversity.org Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is a product of Morgan Franklin Media and recorded in Cookeville, TN. This episode of Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is made possible by our partners at Miss Sallie's Market. Find out more about Miss Sallie's Market: https://www.misssallies.com…

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Audition! Audition! Audition! with Kathleen Gilpatrick 37:07

πριν 43 weeks37:07

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Join Kosta and his guest: Kathleen Gilpatrick, Co-Founder and President of Cookeville Theatre Company , Owner of Out On A Limb Productions and celebrated director, producer, writer and actor. Find out more about Cookeville Theatre Company: https://cookevilletheatreco.org/ Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is a product of Morgan Franklin Media and recorded in Cookeville, TN. This episode of Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is made possible by our partners at Aspire Barber and Beauty Academy and Caleb Bates Personalized Learning. Find out more about Aspire Barber and Beauty Academy: https://aspirebarberandbeauty.com/ Find out more about Caleb Bates Personalized Learning: https://caleb-bates.com/…

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To Live By the Girl Scout Law with Danielle Barnes 30:50

πριν 44 weeks30:50

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Join Kosta and his guest: Danielle Barnes , CEO/President of the Girl Scouts of Middle Tennessee . In this episode: The world is changing and Girl Scouts is changing with it. Will you talk about a few of the ways Girls Scouts has evolved since our listeners were active members? In less populated and underserved areas of Tennessee, access to programs like Girl Scouts can be challenging. What strategies are you implementing across the state to improve access and inclusion for all girls? How do you see Girl Scouts playing a greater role in community building here in the Upper Cumberland and across the state? Find out more about Girl Scouts of Middle TN: https://gsmidtn.org/ Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is a product of Morgan Franklin Media and recorded in Cookeville, TN. This episode of Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is made possible by our partners at Miss Sallie's Market. Find out more about Miss Sallie's Market: https://www.misssallies.com/…

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What's the Craic?! with Katelyn Dunn 31:45

πριν 45 weeks31:45