In A Mississippi Minute With Steve Azar

Jim McIngvale of Ingalls Shipbuilding talks about the history of Ingalls and how they build the ships that protect American and help keep Mississippi's economy rolling.

All chefs "like food," but few have the enthusiasm of Chef David Crews. Crews takes his inspiration from the Delta and the wider world to bring a unique flavor to tables around the South and beyond. Today you'll hear about his culinary exploits from cooking, literally, on a truck tailgate to insiring the next generation of Southern chefs.

Born and raised in the rich, fertile soil of a Mississippi Delta cemetery, Rob Mortimer bases his songs on personal experiences of heartache, love, and observations. Today he talksa bout his unique music and tells the stories behind his incredible (...and always crazy) live shows.

Debbe Dunning, former Tool Time Girl on the hit sitcom Home Improvement talks about life, work and her new show.

He played Brock Hart (Reba's ex) on Reba, Miller Redfield on Murphy Brown... and a whole list of other acting roles. On this episode of In A Mississippi Minute, Steve Azar talks to Chris Rich. about his acting career and how he is recovering from his recent health issues.

Champion drag racer Doug Herbert talks about his life on and off the track including the tragedy that now fuels his life. After Herbert lost his two young sons in a violent car crash, he founded BRAKES (Be Responsible And Keep Everyone Safe) - a non-profit focused on offering teen safe driving classes.

CEO of UPS and Mississippi native David Abney talks about his rise from loading UPS delivery vans in the Delta as a college student to becoming the leader of one of the largest and most innovative companies in the world.

Former University of Washington star and NFL player Mark Pattison talks about his playing days and what drives him now: his quest to become the first NFL player to climb the Seven Summits.

Acclaimed songwriter and producer Rivers Rutherford talks about his life and career writing songs for country artists like Kenny Chesney, Tim McGraw, Brad Paisley and many more.

17-year NFL veteran Craig Hentrich talks to Steve today about his career in the pros as one of the most effective punters in football. He'll tell you some hilarious locker room stories from his time with Green Bay Packers and his long stint with the Tennessee Titans.

Heidi Newfield, best known for her work with the band Trick Pony, talks to Steve Azar today about her life, career and what drives her to make it in the country music business.

Olympic champion gymnast Trent Dimas takes you through his incredible journey from New Mexico to the medal podium at the 1992 Barcelona Olympics, which was the first gold medal won by a USA gymnast in a non-boycotted Olympics since 1932

Back in the late 90s, one of the most popular and feared wrestlers in WCW was Glacier. On today's episode, you'll hear from the man behind the mask, Ray Lloyd. You'll get a backstage pass as Lloyd tells what the wrestling world is really like.

On this episode, you'll hear from Mississippi Development Authority Executive Director Glenn McCollough. He'll take you through his days growing up in North Mississippi to what he and his team is doing to bring businesses to the Magnolia State.

The song "Barracuda" by Heart has become one of the most famous songs in rock history. Today, you'll hear from brothers Mike and Roger Fisher of the band Heart and many other projects as they tell you about how the song Barracuda and many more of their songs became hits.

Today you'll hear from actress Paula Trickey who starred in TV's Pacific Blue, along with The O.C., One Tree Hill, and Beverly Hills 90210

Actor Robert Hays was starring in sitcoms like "Angie" when he landed the starring role as Ted Striker in a low-budget comedy movie called Airplane! that would become part of modern-day American culture. Robert takes you through his career and shares the secret that led him to have such a long and successful career on stage, film and screen.

Steve Azar talks all things wine with celebrated viticulturalist and California winemaker Oscar Renteria, the owner of Renteria Vineyard Management. Oscar takes you through the world of wine and how his background has shaped his product that so many of enjoy.

Golfer Robert Gamez talks to Steve Azar today about his life and career as a member of the PGA.

Notre Dame alumnus and former Chicago Bears player Tom Thayer talks to Steve Azar today about his life and career and what it was like to be a part of one of the most memorable teams ever - The '85 Bears.