• The Dragon's Path: Champion Boxer China Smith on Faith, Mentorship, and Life's Hardest Fights
    Mar 31 2026

    Host Dora Sherry welcomes champion boxer and "people's champion," China "The Dragon" Smith, for a lively and inspiring discussion about his life in and out of the ring. China shares the incredible journey of his boxing career, which included 40 professional fights with 35 wins and 26 or 27 knockouts. He details the intense discipline instilled by his father from the age of three and the mindset he adopted to overcome challenges, viewing losses as life lessons rather than defeats.

    Beyond his athletic achievements—including his upcoming 2026 induction into the Boxing Hall of Fame—China discusses the core of his identity: being a "man of God". He talks about leveraging his platform for motivational speaking and life coaching, and the wisdom found in his book, The Way of the Dragon. China also opens up about his work mentoring young people, teaching self-respect and discipline through the foundation of boxing. Hear China's candid thoughts on the need for men's mental health awareness, the importance of appreciating life and releasing grudges, and how deeply personal trials, like the challenging circumstances facing his son, continue to test and strengthen his unwavering faith.

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    50 mins
  • From PA to Dr. Mime: Kenny DeCamp's Wild Ride with Bruce Springsteen, Donna Summer, and a Chocolate Pie
    Mar 24 2026

    On this episode of Let's Talk About It, host Dora Sherry welcomes a man who can say it best when he says nothing at all: the one and only Kenny DeCamp, also known as Dr. Mime.

    You won't believe the life Kenny has led! He shares his incredible journey from being a Vietnam vet and one of the first ten Physician Assistants (PAs) in the country to practice neurosurgery. He reveals how acting out Bruce Springsteen's "It's Hard to Be a Saint in the City" at a concert inspired his career as a mime, leading him to study with a student of Marcel Marceau. Kenny explains how he created his Dr. Mime character to teach human growth education in schools across seven countries.

    Get ready for some truly bizarre and unique celebrity stories, including:

    • Driving Bruce Springsteen's sax player, Clarence Clemons, around New Jersey.
    • Quitting his job with disco legend Gloria Gaynor after a chocolate pie incident.
    • Helping produce Donna Summer's first show in the US for her hit "Love to Love You Baby".
    • Being invited by the Gorbachev Foundation to the USSR because of his mime character.
    • Appearing as Charlie Chaplin in a dance film accepted into the Nyack International Film Festival.
    • The late-night segment where Jimmy Fallon dressed up as him to make fun of his book, Pop Topping.

    Kenny also discusses becoming a certified chef later in life, creating the "Gourmet Hangout" events, raising over a hundred thousand dollars for children's programs with his "Crystal Ball" gala in Sarasota, and his travels to 64 countries. Plus, he gives Dora a quick guide to Bioenergetics, the mind-body connection therapy pioneered by a colleague of Sigmund Freud, which he practices daily for vibrant health and energy.

    Tune in for a lively, unforgettable discussion with a man who proves that life is anything but silent.

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    52 mins
  • The Enduring Love of a Mother: Pam Johnson's Story of Loss, Recovery, and Raising Her Grandchildren
    Mar 17 2026

    Join Dora Sherry for an emotional and important episode of Let's Talk About It as she welcomes special guest Pam Johnson. Pam shares the powerful story of her daughter, Krista, who tragically passed away from the effects of opioid addiction (specifically, a heart abscess) while in recovery, not from an overdose.

    Pam honors Krista's memory—remembered for her loud, bubbly, and beautiful big heart—by openly discussing the decade-long battle with heroin and other addictions rooted in childhood trauma. Pam details the immense guilt, shame, and prejudice she faced as a mother and a nurse during Krista's addiction and recovery.

    The conversation dives into the impact of addiction on the entire family, how Pam is now raising Krista's three children (Skylar, Savannah, and Rowan), and the ways the children are coping with their loss. Pam shares vital advice for parents, emphasizing the need to be an advocate, let go of stigma, and keep the memory of their loved one alive by talking about them. This episode is a raw look at a journey of profound loss, resilience, and the enduring power of a mother's love.

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    54 mins
  • Please Mr. Postman - Life, Legacy, and the Jim Crow Era with Marvelettes Legend, Brenda Watty
    Mar 10 2026

    Welcome to a truly iconic episode of Let's Talk About It with Dora Sherry! This week, Dora sits down with the one and only Brenda Watty, a powerful voice and former member of the legendary Motown group, The Marvelettes.

    Brenda opens up about her incredible 17-year journey in the music business, discussing everything from her start with the group The Toys (singing The Lover's Concerto) to joining The Marvelettes and making history with the timeless hit, Please Mr. Postman.

    In this candid conversation, you'll hear about:

    • The Unseen Struggle: Brenda shares what it was like touring in the Jim Crow South during the era of segregation, having to rely on The Green Book, dealing with the KKK, and dressing in kitchens for performances at country clubs.
    • Life as a Working Musician: Her practical advice for today's young artists: shoot for the stars, but understand the value of being a "working musician."
    • The Power of Giving: Her commitment to humanitarian work, including her church's outreach and personally feeding the homeless, a passion that stems from her "middle class with no money" childhood.
    • A Life of Music: Recounting her favorite tour—opening for Ricky Nelson at the Royal Apple Hall in London—and how Please Mr. Postman was originally inspired by the girls waiting for letters during the Vietnam War.
    • Still Rocking: Find out where you can catch Brenda performing jazz and R&B today in the Sarasota area.

    Tune in for a remarkable interview that is equal parts music history, social commentary, and inspiring life advice.

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    23 mins
  • Blues, Social Change, and Serendipitous Romance with Paul "PC" Caver
    Mar 3 2026

    In this heartfelt episode of Let’s Talk About It with Dora Sherry, host Dora Sherry sits down with local music legend Paul “PC” Caver to discuss the intersection of music, social change, and a surprising romance.

    Listen as Paul recounts his journey from a young boy in Hamilton, Ohio, to an industry heavyweight who has worked with Motown, Joe Jackson, and Dorian Harewood. Discover the story behind his famous "upside down" guitar technique and how his award-winning track "World of Blues"—which addresses crime in Dayton and Montgomery County—first connected him with Dora.

    Paul's career is rooted in service; learn about his work raising awareness for Agent Orange and his year-round support for homeless veterans through his album Letter from a Soldier.

    Catch Paul Caver performing live with Authorized Personnel and check out his solo albums, Control of Me, To the Top, and Born Again American.

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    26 mins
  • The Legendary Jason Michaels: 52 Years Behind the Mic
    Feb 24 2026

    Welcome to the very first episode of Let's Talk About It with Dora Sherry! Dora kicks off the show by talking about one of her favorite subjects—radio—with her first-ever guest: Kevin Fodor, famously known as the legendary Jason Michaels, the voice of WHIO Radio for decades.

    The Dayton Broadcasters Hall of Fame inductee (Class of 2022) shares stories from his 52-year career in the industry, starting with how he was "hopelessly bitten by the radio bug" in 1964.

    Join us as Kevin takes us behind the mic, discussing:

    • The history of iconic radio stations like WING and WHIO.
    • His friendships with fellow radio legends like Gene "By Golly" Berry.
    • The incredible story of a Cincinnati radio personality who booked The Beatles twice and lost money.
    • The work and preparation that goes into being a radio personality, including creating characters like Marge Schott.
    • Launching America's first all-'80s radio station in Columbus, Ohio, in 1998.

    Plus, hear about Kevin's passion for aviation (he's a student pilot!), his experience meeting Neil Armstrong in 1979, and his work as an author on the importance of an honorable news business.

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    42 mins