Season 2: Be The Difference

Season 2 Episode 2
Rocky Adkins - Senior Advisor to Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear

In our next episode of the Be The Difference podcast, we traveled to the Kentucky State Capitol and interviewed Rocky Adkins. A fellow native of Sandy Hook, Rocky is the Senior Advisor to Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear. 

Rocky discusses his career in politics as well as what is happening at the state level that will make a difference in Kentucky. 

Because together, we can make a difference.

Season 2 Episode 1
Zac Haney - Kentucky State Trooper and Public Relations Officer for Post 8

Welcome to a new season of our podcast! Now the Be The Difference Podcast, we are continuing our momentum by interviewing those who are being the difference in our world everyday. 

Our first guest is Kentucky State Trooper and Public Relations Officer for Post 8 Zac Haney. In this episode, Trooper Haney discusses his career on the police force, how he handles tense situations, and what we can do to make an impact on our community. 

Because together, we can make a difference.

Season 1: No Violence November

Season 1 Episode 4: Love
Dr. Brian Adkins - Professor of Emergency Medicine and Emergency Room Doctor at University of Kentucky Hospital

In the fourth episode of our No Violence November podcast series, we dive into one of our most in-depth interviews yet. Dr. Brian Adkins, an Elliott County High School graduate and emergency room doctor at University of Kentucky Hospital, gives us his perspective on the impact of violence in our world, specifically in a medical setting. Dr. Adkins shares insights and his experiences throughout a career spanning over two decades in a trauma center.

Season 1 Episode 3: Encouragement
Anita Lewis - Elliott County High School Guidance Counselor

In the third episode of our No Violence November podcast series, we interview Elliott County High School Guidance Counselor Anita Lewis on the reasons behind conflicts amongst high school students and ways to deescalate tense moments. Mrs. Lewis discusses strategies to promote positive communication and initiatives she would like to see implemented at Elliott County High School. 

Season 1 Episode 2: Support
Kalyn Smith - Pathways School-Based Therapist

In the second episode of our No Violence November podcast series, we interview Pathways School-Based Therapist Kalyn Smith on challenges in our region when it comes to preventing violence, barriers to mental health care, and practical communication skills we can use to resolve conflicts peacefully. 

Season 1 Episode 1: Kindness
Kerie Ison - Elliott County Schools Counselor

In the first episode of our No Violence November podcast series, we interview Elliott County Schools Counselor Kerie Ison on the impact of our youth when it comes to preventing violent acts through practicing positive communication. Kerie also discusses what to do in the event a student witnesses violent behavior.