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Here's What We Know

Gary Scott Thomas

272 episodes

4 days ago

Send us a text This week on Here’s What We Know, we’re ending the year with a bang in this episode of Once Around the Country as we welcome singer-songwriter Will Jones! Join us for a relaxed, honest conversation that wanders through bluegrass roots, songwriting, fatherhood, and the beauty of keeping things simple. Will shares stories from growing up in Cana, Virginia, playing in a family bluegrass band tucked into the Appalachian Mountains, learning music before most kids learn multiplicatio...

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Send us a text This week on Here’s What We Know, we’re ending the year with a bang in this episode of Once Around the Country as we welcome singer-songwriter Will Jones! Join us for a relaxed, honest conversation that wanders through bluegrass roots, songwriting, fatherhood, and the beauty of keeping things simple. Will shares stories from growing up in Cana, Virginia, playing in a family bluegrass band tucked into the Appalachian Mountains, learning music before most kids learn multiplicatio...

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Music Interviews

Personal Journals,

Society & Culture,

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Here's What We Know

Once Around the Country with Singer-songwriter Will Jones

Send us a text This week on Here’s What We Know, we’re ending the year with a bang in this episode of Once Around the Country as we welcome singer-songwriter Will Jones! Join us for a relaxed, honest conversation that wanders through bluegrass roots, songwriting, fatherhood, and the beauty of keeping things simple. Will shares stories from growing up in Cana, Virginia, playing in a family bluegrass band tucked into the Appalachian Mountains, learning music before most kids learn multiplicatio...

4 days ago

1 hour 1 minute

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The Truth About Doing Good Work with One of New York’s Most Respected Landscape Designers Steve Griggs

Send us a text This week on Here’s What We Know, we’re joined by Steve Griggs, founder of Steve Griggs Design, who has earned a reputation as one of New York’s most respected landscape designers, known not just for his designs but for how he shows up for the people he serves. We’ll explore where he came from, how he found his calling, and why the work he does is more art than architecture. We also get into college football rivalries, pricing creative work, learning the hard way, and what it r...

1 week ago

59 minutes

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A Crazy Lucky Conversation with the Entertainment Attorney of the Year John Mason

Send us a text This week on Here’s What We Know, we sit down with legendary entertainment attorney John Mason for a conversation filled with heart, humor, and jaw-dropping stories from behind the curtain of the music and film industry. Growing up in the San Fernando Valley alongside the children of Hollywood icons, he followed an unexpected path that led him from law school to jam sessions with the Beach Boys, Frank Sinatra, and the musicians who quietly shaped modern music. Along the way, he...

2 weeks ago

1 hour 2 minutes

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From News Anchor to Music Maker with Dan Ashley

Send us a text This week on Here’s What We Know, Gary Scott Thomas sits down with Dan Ashley, an Emmy Award-winning journalist, longtime ABC7 News anchor in San Francisco, and a musician with a true storyteller’s heart. From political satire and freedom of speech to small-town Southern roots, Dan opens up about his journey through media, music, and the moments that shaped him. Discover what it means to speak truth with kindness, how good writing drives great journalism, and why music became s...

3 weeks ago

1 hour 4 minutes

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Jonathan Kite Unfiltered on Comedy and Unforgettable Impressions

Send us a text This week on Here’s What We Know, Jonathan Kite joins us for a conversation that is equal parts hilarious, heartfelt, and deeply human. You may know him as Oleg from “2 Broke Girls,” but today he pulls the curtain back on the real craft of comedy and the unexpected moments that shaped his journey. We dig into what it takes to build a stand-up set, how crowd work has changed, and why impressions are more than funny voices. Jonathan shares stories from the road, reflections on ea...

1 month ago

1 hour 7 minutes

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Jungle Doug Griffin on Radio Secrets, Country Music Stories, and Healing Journey

Send us a text Radio legend Jungle Doug Griffin joins us back on Here’s What We Know for a fast-moving, heartfelt conversation about life behind the mic, changing technology, and the moments that shaped his story. Doug shares memories from his KRTY years, the rise of his son DJ Garlic, and the communication skills you only learn when all you have is your voice. He also opens up about his prostate cancer journey and the miracle connections that guided him toward healing. From country music to ...

1 month ago

1 hour 1 minute

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Uncovering Captain Kidd with Bestselling Author Samuel Marquis

Send us a text This week on Here’s What We Know, step into the world of pirates and hidden histories with bestselling author Samuel Marquis. In this conversation, we dig into the life of Captain William Kidd and explore where fact meets myth. Samuel shares how his family's connection to Kidd opened the door to a deeper look at piracy, courage, politics, and the stories that shape our understanding of early America. We talk about the rise of pirate legends, the real struggles sailors faced on ...

1 month ago

1 hour 6 minutes

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New York Times Bestselling Author Kathy Reichs Returns with Her New Temperance Brennan Novel “Evil Bones”

Send us a text The queen of forensic fiction is back! This week on Here’s What We Know, New York Times bestselling author and forensic anthropologist Kathy Reichs is back to celebrate the release of Evil Bones, her 24th Temperance Brennan novel. From balancing grim mysteries with witty moments to revealing how real-life quirks inspired Tempe’s world, Kathy shares stories that remind us why readers keep coming back. You’ll also hear how she keeps up with forensic science, her favorite characte...

1 month ago

26 minutes

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Why Tim Nichols Believes Every Song Is a Little Miracle

Send us a text This week on Here’s What We Know, Grammy-winning songwriter and Nashville Songwriters Hall of Famer Tim Nichols joins us for a heartfelt look at the magic and grit behind nearly four decades in country music. Tim opens up about four decades in country music, the miracle of songwriting, and what it really takes to build a lasting career in Nashville. From his first publishing deal in 1986 to crafting hits for legends like Tim McGraw, Faith Hill, and Ronnie Milsap, Tim shar...

2 months ago

1 hour 9 minutes

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Finding Your True Voice with Gina Scarpa

Send us a text This week on Here’s What We Know, we welcome voiceover artist and creative powerhouse Gina Scarpa. You may not recognize her face, but you’ve definitely heard her voice, from radio airwaves to major video games and promos for brands you know by heart. Gina opens up about her journey from hand-delivering cassette tapes to radio stations in Connecticut to becoming a full-time voice actor and respected coach. We’ll explore the evolution of media, the realities of creative reinvent...

2 months ago

1 hour 2 minutes

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When the Unthinkable Happens Hope Still Blooms with Kim Cantin

Send us a text This week on Here’s What We Know, join us for a deeply moving episode with Kim Cantin, speaker and author of Where the Yellow Flowers Bloom, to share her powerful journey through unimaginable loss and the unbreakable strength of love. After surviving the 2018 Montecito mudslide that claimed her husband and son, Kim opens up about grief, healing, and the small miracles that helped her rebuild her life. You’ll hear how Kim’s daughter Lauren survived six hours buried under twenty ...

2 months ago

42 minutes

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The Chris Salcedo Show on Here's What We Know

Send us a text This week on Here’s What We Know, join us for a lively and revealing conversation with broadcaster and political commentator, the Liberty-Loving-Latino, Chris Salcedo, for an honest look at how media, politics, and personal values collide in today’s America. From his early radio days to hosting on Newsmax and writing The Rise of the Liberty Loving Latino, Chris shares how showing up, staying curious, and standing firm in your beliefs can change the course of your life. We’ll ex...

2 months ago

58 minutes

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The Life-Changing Power of Connection and Communication with Dr. Dan Docherty

Send us a text This week on Here’s What We Know, we welcome Dr. Dan Docherty, Chief Coaching Officer of Braintrust and a leadership development expert, for an inspiring conversation about the heart of human connection. We’ll explore how communication, neuroscience, and mentorship shape who we become as leaders, parents, and friends. From the story of a music teacher who changed Dan’s life to the Six P’s framework that can transform any relationship, this episode is packed with insights on pur...

2 months ago

1 hour 1 minute

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Olympic Gold Medalist Ryan Murphy Talks Fatherhood and the Future of Swimming

Send us a text This week on Here’s What We Know, Gary Scott Thomas sits down with nine-time Olympic medalist and world record holder Ryan Murphy for a heartfelt conversation about Olympic glory, family stories, and a brand-new chapter called fatherhood. Ryan shares his journey from a determined seven-year-old with big dreams to becoming a five-time gold medalist. He opens up about the joy of raising his daughter Eevi, the perspective fatherhood has given him, and why he’s passionate about wat...

3 months ago

54 minutes

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Let's Talk About The 59th CMA Awards Nominees with Gary Scott Thomas

Send us a text Hey country fans! This week on Here’s What We Know, we’re shaking things up with a brand-new monthly series: Once Around the Country, your all-access roundup for what’s hot in country music. To kick things off, Gary dives into the 59th CMA Awards with insider stories, bold opinions, and a passion for the genre that only a radio veteran can bring. It’s country music talk with heart, humor, and honesty; don’t miss it! In This Episode: The biggest CMA categories, plus the ...

3 months ago

48 minutes

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How Science Strengthens Faith with Dr. Jeff Zweerink

Send us a text This week on Here’s What We Know, join us for a fascinating episode with astrophysicist Dr. Jeff Zweerink from Reasons to Believe for an honest and wide-ranging conversation about science, faith, and the joy of curiosity. We’ll explore cosmic mysteries, personal stories, and the deep questions that connect physics, philosophy, and spirituality. Dr. Zweerink’s perspective is both deeply knowledgeable and refreshingly humble, reminding us that the more we learn, the more wonder t...

3 months ago

1 hour 2 minutes

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Real Talk on Fitness, Resilience, and Law Enforcement Training with Scott Howell

Send us a text This week on Here’s What We Know, join us for a fascinating conversation with Scott Howell, owner of Red Dot Fitness and creator of the Iron Sights Podcast. We’ll explore fitness, longevity, motivation, and the truth behind training in both gyms and law enforcement. From practical advice on staying healthy for the long haul to candid conversations about social media myths and the realities faced by those who serve in uniform, this is an episode full of real-world wisdom. Listen...

3 months ago

1 hour 11 minutes

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Why Classical Music Was Never Boring with Robert Emery

Send us a text This week on Here’s What We Know, Gary Scott Thomas sits down with Robert Emery, world-renowned conductor, pianist, and Founder of The Arts Group, one of the UK’s most dynamic entertainment companies. From childhood prodigy to international maestro, Robert brings a refreshing, fun, and deeply human perspective on classical music, creativity, and the colorful personalities behind history’s greatest composers. In This Episode: Why classical music was once the “pop music” of...

4 months ago

54 minutes

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Trannie Anderson’s Got a Heart Like a Truck: Behind the Hits & Songwriting Journey

Send us a text This week on Here’s What We Know, host Gary sits down with one of Nashville’s brightest songwriters, Trannie Anderson. From fishing trips with her dad to co-writing award-winning songs like “Heart Like a Truck,” Trannie opens up about the journey, the struggles, and the joy of making music that truly matters. In This Episode: Hear about family quirky food traditionsHow growing up in Texas church culture shaped her interest in musicHonest reflections on women in country music&nb...

4 months ago

54 minutes

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Preparing for College: What Parents and Students Need to Know with Andrew Allemann

Send us a text This week on Here’s What We Know, we welcome entrepreneur and podcasting veteran Andrew Allemann for an honest and insightful conversation about the realities of preparing for college today. From the sticker shock of tuition and the myths surrounding student debt to the hidden gems beyond the Ivy League and the life lessons that matter more than test scores, Gary and Andrew delve into the rabbit hole of thriving beyond high school. Andrew also shares his journey as a multi-time...

4 months ago

40 minutes