Front Porch AF

Ep.29 Cory Younts of Old Crow Medicine Show: A Musician in Music City

Kelli and Sue welcome their neighbor, Old Crow Medicine Show multi-instrumentalist Cory Younts, for a relaxed conversation about growing up in Nashville, his drummer father, making a living as a musician, life on the road, and the band’s storied song “Wagon Wheel.”
The episode mixes neighborhood banter, drink-of-the-day fun, local recommendations (including a burrito tip), and behind-the-scenes stories about touring, instruments, and Old Crow’s upcoming shows and new record. Keep up with the band at CrowMedicine.com
And no episode would be complete without Kelli’s power tools ... this time, it’s yet another chainsaw to add to her ever-growing collection. Sue doesn’t have power tools, but she did do a cameo in a music video filmed at Dee’s—as an elderly barfly. Type casting, for sure.
Grab a drink, pull up a chair, and join us for a cool hang. Oh, Cory sticks around to do a bonus piano tune—watch for it on our socials. Cheers, y’all!
More at CrowMedicine.com and FrontPorchAF.com

Ep.28 Homeowner's Insurance: What You Need to Know

Everything you always wanted to know about homeowner's insurance but were afraid to ask ... Join Kelli and Sue with their guest, independent insurance agent Johnny Shelby, as they break down homeowner's insurance in the wake of Nashville's recent ice storm.
Get practical, local and general advice on when to file claims, choosing deductibles, guaranteed replacement cost, umbrella policies, roof and tree coverage, and protecting collectibles.
Clear, actionable tips for homeowners who want to avoid common pitfalls and make informed decisions about their coverage.
But wait, that’s not all you get on the Front Porch AF podcast! The standout Drink of the Day is the $5 Biker Bar Bloody Mary that Sue got introduced to on her recent trip to Florida.
Neighborhood Notes include Kelli’s Golf Outing coming up in April in support of Metamorphosis, Beautifully Changed, an organization providing housing for women in transition.
And Sue ‘fesses up that she got nabbed by TSA for trying to smuggle a lethal weapon on board her Florida flight. Nope, not a gun. The can of pepper spray Mark gave her for Christmas! TSA confiscated it and gave her a talking-to. At least they didn’t throw her in the hoosegow!
For more: FrontPorchAF.com
Come grab a drink, pull up a chair, and join Kelli and Sue while they solve all the problems of the world ... cheers, y’all!

Ep.27 Sue Gets a Gun: Firearm Safety —and Responsibilities

Kelli and Sue (notably not drinking in this episode because (a) it's morning and (b) there are firearms involved) first cover neighborhood updates and post-ice storm tree-removal scams, then follow aging hippie, bleeding heart liberal Sue’s journey into handgun ownership with an in-depth interview with Aqil Qadir of the Citizens Safety Academy about living the armed lifestyle responsibly, permit options, safe storage, and practical training.
 
Kelli has been shooting since she was a small child, when her father took her and her brother hunting. Today, she is an avid hunter and shooter. As comfortable as Kelli is around firearms, she still takes classes to keep her skills and knowledge up to date. She and Sue are firm believers in the Second Amendment, the responsibilities that go along with those rights, and sensible firearm regulations.
 
Aqil Qadir is the founder and lead instructor of Citizens Safety Acadey. His background as a firearms instructor started at age 12, teaching urban youth in his father’s gun club. He followed in his father’s footsteps, becoming an NRA Certified Instructor at the age of 22. He has been training both civilians and law enforcement for more than 25 years. (Class information, online resources and more at CitizensSafety.com
 
Episode highlights include safe storage and transportation tips, pepper spray as a de-escalation tool, women’s classes and training pathways, and a bonus video of Sue learning to handle and load her new handgun.
 
Pull up a chair, grab a drink, and join us on our audio front porch for a terrific conversation and food for thought. Cheers, y’all!
 
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Ep.26 From Dolly to TikTok: Stacie Huckeba on Social Media, Style, and Authenticity

Kelli and Sue introduce their new video studio set-up, share neighborhood updates—like the Snack Friday Cookbook, the Love is Deaf Valentine’s event, and snowy storm adventures (among them, burying a cow with Kelli’s mini-excavator)—and read listener mail.
Then they welcome special guest Stacie Huckeba, renowned photographer (Dolly Parton, Michelle Obama, Public Enemy, Todd Snider, to name a few) and filmmaker turned TikTok influencer, who discusses authenticity on social media, style inspiration for women over 50, honest brand reviews, her personal reinvention and weight-loss journey, and the responsibility of creators when addressing social and political issues.
The episode closes with an invitation to come back for a bonus segment with Stacie, because they couldn't fit all her good stuff into just one episode!
More about it all at StacieHuckeba.com and FrontPorchAF.com

Ep.25 Nursing and Healing Music with Megan Palmer

Megan Palmer, nurse and musician, joins Kelli and Sue to talk about her journey into nursing, palliative care, and the nursing crisis, and how she uses healing music, songwriting, and therapeutic touch to support patients and colleagues. The episode mixes neighborhood banter with thoughtful conversation about compassion, creativity on the job, and practical steps to care and connect. 
The YouTube/FrontPorchAF pod has a bonus extra of Megan doing her song "Center of the Center," exclusively for our Front Porch AF family.
Cheers, y'all!
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Ep.24 Live from Dee's with Music Outlaw Elizabeth Cook

We open our 2nd season with a live show from our home-away-from-home Dee's Lounge — with special guest Elizabeth Cook, music outlaw and all-around badass woman.
We celebrate the new season with not only our regular audio podcast, but also a VIDEO of the live show on YouTube.
Elizabeth Cook has appeared more than 400 times on the Grand Ole Opry, has put out several acclaimed albums, has had her own fishing show on tv (!), is an outlaw country DJ—and now has a film set for national release.
Daughter of a moonshiner, former accountant with Price Waterhouse (true), and East Nashville habitue, Elizabeth brings a whole new spirit to "down home." Tune in for Elizabeth's unique take on music, radio, film—and fishing—while sharing a cocktail with Kelli and Sue.
And a video bonus: Elizabeth performs three songs ... two of them brand new, and one by her late dear friend and East Nashville legend, Todd Snider, "Play a Train Song."
Elizabeth Cook's "Apron Strings" airs on the Outlaw Country channel on SiriusXM, and check out Elizabeth-Cook.com for more, especially about her upcoming film The Easy Kind and a new album, too!
Pull up a chair, grab a drink, and join us on our audio front porch for a terrific conversation and food for thought. Cheers, y’all!

Ep.23 Holiday Traditions with the Front Porch AF Family

Kelli and Sue host a festive holiday edition of Front Porch AF with family, friends, and remote guests sharing favorite traditions — from tractor Christmas displays and eggnog recipes to St. Nicholas boots and gumbo. Plus a Bonus Video of the gang singing “Blue Christmas” — Front Porch AF style.
Of course, there are Neighborhood Notes, listener mail, a Snack Friday Cookbook, and, challenging “Grandma Got Run Over by a Reindeer” for Sue’s new favorite Christmas song: Jason Quicksall’s "Git Off My Ass This Christmas”!
And we plan how to invite our fellow North-of-Nashville neighbor Pete Hegseth to join us on the Front Porch.
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Happy All The Holidays!

Ep.22 Democrats and Democracy with Lauren Egan of The Bulwark

Hosts Kelli and Sue welcome Lauren Egan of The Bulwark to discuss the high-stakes Tennessee District 7 special election between Democrat Aftyn Behn and Republican Matt Van Epps, the effects of gerrymandering, and why national Democrats are pouring in resources.
The conversation covers campaign strategy, cultural messaging, the role of social media and rising Democratic figures, the impact of the Epstein files, and Lauren’s reporting background from Washington to Ukraine — plus light neighborhood stories, DoorDash mishaps, and local happenings.
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Ep.21 Conexión Américas: Latino Community Connections

Given the topic of immigration and immigrants in today's America, this episode's guest is most enlightening. Kelli and Sue sit down with Diana Perez from Conexión Américas to learn how the nonprofit supports Nashville's Latino community through English classes, education assistance, food distribution, workforce programs, and more.
The episode highlights personal stories of success, current challenges facing immigrant families, community partnerships, and upcoming events like Mezcla and the online holiday bazaar.
In a bonus video, Diana weighs in on the "Huggy v. Coozie" debate--and let's just say she is most diplomatic in her thoughts on this subject!
Neighborhood Notes: It was *snowing* in Nashville on November 10. so Sue was getting out of town to warmer climes. And Kelli mysteriously acquired a boxful of motorcycle gear she can't remember ordering.
Just another day in our 'hood. So grab a drink and join us on our audio front porch. And for more photos, videos, and tomfoolery, visit FrontPorchAF.com. Cheers, y'all!

Ep. 20 The Oasis Center: Standing with LGBTQ+ Youth

"Big change has to start somewhere, and it starts just by doing it." In this episode of Front Porch AF, hosts Kelli and Sue chat over drinks and laughter before welcoming Joseph Clark from Nashville’s Oasis Center to discuss support networks for LGBTQ+ youth.
They cover Oasis’s Just Us program, mental health services, the Stonewall Scholars internship, ways to volunteer or donate, and how adults can advocate for young people. For more information visit oasiscenter.org.
Of course, there's also talk of wrestling, farm auctions, and the Drink Specials, Neighborhood Notes, and folderol y'all have come to expect on our audio front porch.  Check out extras at FrontPorchAF.com.  Cheers!