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On this talk about something good Tuesday, Kindness takes center stage in this heart-touching episode featuring Lance Matthews, founder of Tales of Love Rescue. What began as a solution for stray dogs wandering onto a reservation hospital campus has blossomed into a lifeline for countless animals across Arizona. Lance shares the origin story of his foster-based rescue organization and announces their upcoming Foster Friday celebration at Woodland Lake Park—a special gathering designed to honor the volunteers who make their mission possible.

"Without fosters, we're not a success," Lance explains, highlighting how these temporary homes provide more than shelter—they teach rescued animals how to trust, love, and simply "be a dog" again. The conversation reveals the behind-the-scenes magic of animal rescue work, where regular people transform lives by opening their homes to animals in transition. For listeners considering fostering, this episode offers valuable insights into what's involved and the profound difference it makes.

The show balances these meaningful discussions with moments of pure joy, including an impromptu "Real or Fake Dog Breed" game that puts Lance's canine knowledge to the test, and a heartwarming story about airport maintenance workers who crawled through baggage machinery to recover a stranger's lost diamond. We also catch up on "Donkey Watch 2025" as Jineane awaits the birth of a baby donkey she's fostering. Whether you're an animal lover, considering fostering, or simply enjoy stories of everyday heroism, this episode reminds us that kindness still shines brightly in our world.

Join Tails of Love Rescue Friday, July 11th from 4-7pm at Woodland Lake Park to learn more about fostering, meet the Tales of Love Rescue team, and perhaps discover your next calling. Visit tailsoflovescue.com or find them on Facebook to see animals currently looking for foster homes or forever families.

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Good mornings start with great conversations! This week's Morning Brew delivers heartwarming stories, local updates, and plenty of laughs from our favorite callers across the mountain communities.

We kick things off with Virgil the Cowboy from Eagar, who shares details about his busy Fourth of July weekend moving horses and his unconventional dental hygiene routine that had us all chuckling. When it comes to Global Forgiveness Day, Virgil proves to be the most forgiving person we know—nothing seems to ruffle this cowboy's feathers!

The celebration continues as Paul from Beaumont, Texas recounts an emotional proposal that happened on his birthday. His son Carson surprised girlfriend Nikki with help from their young son Knox, who wore a special shirt asking, "Will you marry my daddy?" Paul's marriage advice? Simply "Don't be jerks"—wisdom that's hard to argue with.

Between games like "Real Dive or Real Lie" for National Dive Bar Day and "Are You Smarter Than a Redneck" featuring chocolate trivia, we get serious with Jineane's news update on the devastating flooding in Texas and the Lucy Canyon fire closer to home. Our brave firefighters have made significant progress building containment lines, Thank you to all the brave Firefighters.

We wrap up with our Monday Motivational Quote from Will Rogers: "Don't let yesterday take up too much of today." As Jineane wisely points out, none of us should carry around our "stinky trash" from the past. It's time to throw it away and move forward.

Subscribe to the Morning Brew for your daily dose of community stories, useful information, and the friendly conversations that make mornings better. How are you leaving yesterday behind today?

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Pryor Baird's story unfolds like a country song itself—raw, authentic, and filled with both heartbreak and triumph. From the moment his three-year-old self watched his uncle play guitar and declared "that's exactly what I want to do," music claimed him completely. "You don't pick music, music picks you," Pryor reflects during our intimate conversation, a truth that has sustained him through remarkable highs and devastating lows.

Growing up between divorced parents' homes provided Pryor a rich musical education—blues, jazz, and classical from his mother's house; country, rock, and bluegrass from his father's. By elementary school, he was performing publicly, and by 2011, he'd packed up for Nashville with unwavering determination. Before his breakthrough on The Voice in 2018, Pryor cut grass, roofed houses, and waited tables—whatever it took to keep his dream alive.

His Voice journey resulted in a rare four-chair turn, placing him among only 25 contestants in the show's history to achieve this feat. The ultimate validation came when he stood in the sacred circle at the Grand Ole Opry earlier this year, earning two standing ovations in a profound full-circle moment that felt especially significant after his father's recent passing.

Yet just when things seemed to be falling into place, Pryor found himself in a Tuesday afternoon meeting where he lost his record deal, publishing deal, and management—all at once. Rather than surrendering to defeat, he's embraced this unexpected freedom to release music on his own terms, including the three powerful, unreleased songs we premiere exclusively in this episode: "Hard Days Win," "Favorite Heartbreaker," and "Good Time Don't Care."

"Hard things are hard because they're hard," Pryor philosophizes, "and if this was easy, everybody would be doing it." His standout lyric "Sometimes straight through is the only way around" serves as both personal mantra and universal truth for anyone facing seemingly insurmountable obstacles. Follow Pryor on social media and support his independent journey—this is an artist who embodies the very resilience his music celebrates.

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Body positivity takes center stage in this lively episode of the Morning Brew! We dive into a fascinating "Am I the Jerk Court" case featuring a 67-year-old grandmother who wore a two-piece bikini to her 19-year-old granddaughter's birthday pool party. When her daughter later called it "inappropriate," our listeners weighed in with their verdicts. The consensus? Age shouldn't dictate clothing choices when supporting loved ones' values - though maybe a cover-up wouldn't hurt!

Regular caller Paul from Beaumont checks in from vacation, revealing pancakes, rainy weather, and a surprising confession about once sporting a man bun for seven months on a dare. We challenge Paul to two patriotic games - "Made in the USA or Nah" and "Are You Smarter Than a Redneck: 4th of July Edition" - where he demonstrates impressive knowledge about American manufacturing and Revolutionary War history.

The excitement builds as we announce Chris Bennett's Comedy Birthday Bash happening July 26th at the Elks Lodge in Show Low. America's Got Talent finalist Ryan Neemiller headlines the event, bringing his unique brand of humor and perspective. In an exclusive interview clip, Neemiller shares valuable advice: "You've got to do it yourself. No one's gonna throw opportunities in your lap." We wrap things up with details about the upcoming Pinedale Chuckwagon Festival and Pies for Pinedale fundraiser on August 2nd - an event that sold out 81 homemade pies by noon last year!

Join the fun at Chris Bennett's Comedy Birthday Bash on July 26th - get your tickets at chrisbennettcomedy.com before they're gone! With food, drinks, and top-tier comedy, this 21+ event promises to be the highlight of your summer.

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Ever wonder how a radio DJ solves a musical mystery with just a few cryptic clues? In this heartwarming episode of The Morning Brew, host Chris becomes a country music detective when caller Pat describes fragments of lyrics about "northern Michigan" and "lights shining on her hair." The genuine excitement when Chris correctly identifies Kid Rock's "All Summer Long" captures the magical connection between local radio hosts and their community.

With Independence Day approaching, Fire Marshal JD Pepper delivers crucial safety information for mountain residents. His passionate warning about illegal fireworks—which can reach scorching temperatures of 2,000 degrees—serves as a timely reminder of our collective responsibility to protect our communities during high-risk holiday celebrations. The simple instruction to call 911to report both illegal fireworks and any smoke sightings underscores the message: let's keep our firefighters "bored" this Fourth of July.

The show brightens listeners' day with "Talk About Something Good Tuesday," featuring two powerful stories of human resilience and quick thinking. The first recounts a father's immediate action to save his daughter after she fell overboard on a Disney cruise, treading water for 20 minutes until rescue arrived. The second celebrates a groundbreaking medical achievement—a successful double hand transplant for a 29-year-old who lost his hands to sepsis at age 12. These uplifting narratives, combined with a playful Fourth of July trivia segment and vacation updates from Paul (whose grandmother hilariously monitors his drinking), create the perfect blend of community connection, essential information, and heartwarming content that makes local radio an irreplaceable treasure.

What good news are you celebrating this week? Share your stories with us and join our community of listeners who believe in starting each day with positivity and connection.

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Cole Bradford's path to country music stardom wasn't the typical Nashville story. While sitting down with Q Country 92.5, the former special education teacher and football coach reveals how his brother's Facebook Marketplace guitar purchase during the pandemic unexpectedly changed everything. "He said 'Cole, sit down, you're going to learn to play guitar,'" Bradford recalls with a laugh. "I had a guitar for about 10 years that I got for high school graduation and never learned to play."

That brotherly nudge launched Bradford from the classroom to the songwriter's room, where his natural gift for storytelling flourished. Coming from Conyers, Georgia (the same hometown as Teddy Swims), Bradford brings a refreshing authenticity to his music, drawing from deeply personal experiences. His emotional single "For Sale By Owner" stands as testament to his songwriting prowess, a poignant tribute to his stepfather who passed away in October 2021. The song, approaching 50,000 streams in just one month, resonates with listeners through its portrayal of loss and the meaning of home.

Bradford's versatility shines through his catalog, from the raw emotion of "For Sale By Owner" to the upbeat energy of "If Looks Could Kill." His upcoming release "Move On Too" (dropping July 3rd) promises yet another evolution in his sound. "Let's take a mixture of Teddy Swims, Drake White, Luke Combs...and let's run with it," Bradford explains about his newest creation. As a songwriter first, Bradford values the collaborative process, frequently working with trusted friends to bring his stories to life. "That's what I love about being a songwriter - being able to go and even take somebody else's story and help bring it to life."

Follow Cole Bradford on all social platforms @ColeBradfordMusic or visit coleBradford.com to hear these stories for yourself. This is authentic country music for anyone who believes the best songs come from the heart.

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Money reveals our deepest values and expectations in relationships. Today's episode dives into a fascinating case of financial imbalance where a small $10 request exposed potential relationship-ending concerns for a couple planning marriage.

After four years together with the boyfriend covering 99% of all expenses, his girlfriend's request for a $10 reimbursement following his job resignation left him questioning their entire future. Our discussion explores how this seemingly minor incident might actually represent legitimate concerns from both perspectives - her worry about his financial stability after quitting without a plan, and his shock at her apparent lack of generosity after years of him covering everything. The situation perfectly illustrates why financial transparency and alignment must happen before marriage, not after.

Beyond relationship dynamics, we welcomed Alma and Omar from Aliberto's Real Fresh Mexican Food to announce their Lotteria Night (Mexican bingo) happening tonight at their Taylor location. This free community event offers participants chances to win exciting prizes including D-backs tickets, a two-night staycation, and more. We had a blast during our "Lotteria or No Lotteria" segment with our regular caller Paul from Beaumont, whose hilarious attempts at Spanish pronunciation had everyone laughing. The episode wraps up with our beloved "Am I the Jerk Court" where our Aliberto's guests served as judges in a case involving friendship, dating apps, and realistic expectations.

Whether you're navigating relationship finances or just looking for some community fun, this episode delivers insights, laughs, and practical advice. Check out Aliberto's Lotteria Night tonight from 6:00-7:30pm - and don't forget to play responsibly with your relationship finances!