Candace Kirkpatrick is an award winning actress "who commands attention; a keen performer who breathes life and vitality into each of her roles." She is a method-trained actress in Stanislavski, Uta Hagen, and Meisner with a BFA and MFA.

Candace has worked off-Broadway, regionally, and internationally. She's also had roles in film, television soaps, music videos, industrials, commercials, and TV pilots. Now after more than two decades, she has returned to the industry. She can be seen in starring roles on the Hallmark channel, in Lifetime movies, and in the soon to be released film My 7 Grandmas with comedian Jeff Allen and Kate Larson.

Candace loves the arts and believes that media can inspire, uplift, and impact if done with excellence and integrity. She desires to do work that truthfully expresses the human condition while showing there is great beauty in redemption. Colossians 3:23-24

Chris is a PGA professional and the Director of Golf at Hermitage Golf Course in Old Hickory, Tennessee. Born and raised in the Nashville suburb of Hermitage, Chris began his golf career later than most, picking up the game at 19 after a family outing sparked his interest. He pursued mini-tour events in the southern U.S. before joining Hermitage Golf Course full-time in 2012. 

Chris is known for his social media presence "GolfShopThisIsChris," where he shares humorous and insightful content about the golf industry. He is also passionate about coaching, having started the junior league at Hermitage Golf Course, which has grown into one of the top programs in the country. Outside of golf, Chris enjoys coaching local high school football and spending time with his wife, Catlyn, and their two children.

🔗 SOCIAL LINKS

📸 Instagram: @golfshopthisischris

🎵 TikTok: @golfshopchris

🌐 Hermitage Golf Course: hermitagegolf.com

Cubbie Fink is best known as the former bassist of the chart-topping band Foster the People, whose breakout hit “Pumped Up Kicks” became an anthem of the early 2010s. After stepping back from touring, Cubbie has pursued a quieter but no less meaningful path—focusing on faith, healing, and behind-the-scenes creative work. His journey from the mainstream spotlight to a more purpose-driven life adds a deeply reflective voice to the conversation.

Michael DelGiorno is an American talk radio host with a radio career spanning over 40 years. DelGiorno hosts the morning drive time show on 1510 WLAC in Nashville, and most recently published a book titled "Standing Up For What's Right: The Only Thing Left Shocking In Life Is The Truth!"

Michele Pillar is a three-time Grammy and Dove Award-nominated singer, speaker, and author. She began her music career in the late 1970s, contributing to the Maranatha! Music Praise albums. Her solo career took off in the 1980s with Sparrow Records, producing hits like Reign on Me and Look Who Loves You Now. Michele has sold over 2 million records and toured extensively, including performances with the Billy Graham Association. Beyond music, she is known for her candid storytelling and ministry work, aiming to inspire and heal through her experiences.

Michele's Book, Untangled: The Truth Will Set You Free,
 is available on Amazon or your favorite local bookseller.

🌐 WEBSITE
MichelePillar.com

🔗 SOCIAL LINKS
Facebook: @michelepillar4

Instagram: @michele_pillar

Twitter: @Michele_Pillar

Nate Larkin thought revealing his addiction would end his ministry. He never thought bringing it to the light would do just the opposite. Addicted to hard-core pornography yet serving in ministry, Larkin lived a double life and constantly feared being caught—ruining his reputation. Even though his frequent rendezvous with women and videos left him emptier every time, he still went back for more searching for a fulfillment that would never come. Losing the trust of his wife forced him to move out of the shadows and into liberation. A preacher’s kid, Nate earned an undergraduate degree from St. Lawrence University, where he majored in Religious Studies, and an M.Div. from Princeton Theological Seminary. Nate is the founder of the Samson Society and Samson House and is co-host of the Pirate Monk Podcast. 

Nate and Allie have three children and seven grandchildren. They live in Franklin, Tennessee, where they enjoy the family atmosphere of small-town life.

Rebecca St. James is a Grammy-winning Christian recording artist, author, speaker, and actress whose influence has spanned decades. Known for hits like Wait for Me and You’re the Voice, Rebecca became one of the youngest recipients of the Dove Awards’ Female Vocalist of the Year. Her ministry and music are rooted in themes of purity, restoration, and authentic faith. After a long hiatus, she returned to the spotlight, sharing stories of healing, motherhood, and renewed purpose.

A former P.E. teacher, Reno Collier has endeared himself to a wide range of audiences. His journey began at the Punchline Comedy Club in Atlanta, GA where he tended bar to supplement his day job. One night he found himself on stage during the weekly open mic night. His unique outlook on life – mixed with a six-pack – was instantly popular and provided a platform to launch a career as a comedian.

Reno has built a reputation by selling out comedy clubs and colleges nationwide. 

With a host of TV, Movie, and Arena credits to his name, Reno has headlined shows all over the world, and is a weekly correspondent on syndicated radio shows and Country Music Television (CMT). He is also the national spokesperson for A Soldier’s Child, an organization that serves the children of fallen military personnel.

With a background in journalism, academic research, RJ is an entrepreneurial producer with an eye for great material and a track record bringing important stories to life. RJ produced the documentary No Safe Spaces, which was one of 2019’s highest grossing docs of the year and has previously produced live events which have sold over 750,000 tickets. He has also managed Social Media & PR for A-list talent and well-known cultural personalities including Dennis Prager. He previously set up the Dodge Brothers scripted series with Alcon Entertainment attached to finance and produce, about the birth of the auto industry in Detroit. He also recently sold a sitcom to ABC about SEC Football personality Paul Finebaum. He produced the Babylon Bee’s first-ever live comedy event in Dallas in 2023, produced the digital series on free market economics “No Free Lunch” for National Review and recently wrapped production on a feature documentary for Blaze Media.

Ron Pearson is a true triple threat: a comedian, actor, and world-renowned juggler. With an impressive resume that includes appearances on The Late Late Show, That 70s Show, and The Drew Carey Show, Ron’s unique blend of humor and skill has captivated audiences around the globe.

Scott Payne is a retired FBI Special Agent with 28 years of experience investigating high-risk cases involving drug trafficking organizations, human traffickers, outlaw motorcycle gangs, public corruption, and domestic terrorism. He served as a SWAT operator, firearms instructor, and undercover operations trainer. Known for his calm intensity and deep faith, Scott now speaks and writes about the tension between justice and grace. He lives in the Southeast with his wife, two daughters, and a couple of loyal dogs.

Stephen Bargatze has been a professional magician for over 40 years. He is an International Brotherhood of Magicians Champion; a 2-time Comedy Award winner; and International Brotherhood of Magicians-First Place Close Up Award Winner.

He has worked in a variety of venues, theatres, comedy clubs, churches and corporate functions of all types. But even with all the awards and accolades and success he is most recently known as “Nate’s Dad”. His son, comedian Nate Bargatze, has had unprecedented success on Network Television, Netflix, and sold-out shows. It’s an added bonus for Nate’s fans when Stephen appears, as he often does, as his opening act!

Stephen’s genuine personality and keen comedic timing endears him to audiences everywhere. He masterfully creates a strong relationship with his audiences as they are no longer merely spectators but find themselves caught up in the comedy and uniqueness of Stephen’s very own brand of clean comedy and magic.

Tre Hargett has been serving as Tennessee’s 37th Secretary of State since 2009, having been re-elected in 2013, 2017, 2021, and 2025. In this role, he oversees a department with more than 300 employees and serves on numerous boards and commissions. His responsibilities encompass a wide range of administrative functions within the state government, including oversight of elections, business services, and public libraries. 

Hargett earned a Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting and a Master of Business Administration from Memphis State University (now the University of Memphis). Beyond his official duties, he is actively involved in various organizations, including serving on the board of directors of the YMCA Center for Civic Engagement and as a member of the Union University Advisory Board. He is also a graduate of the Aspen Institute’s Rodel Fellowship Class of 2010. 

Trent Steele and his wife co-founded the Anti-Predator Project, a nationally recognized 501(c)3 that focuses on criminal investigations into individuals and organizations involved in human trafficking, as well as the recovery of American children bought and sold on the black market. 

Trent's passion for reducing the occurrence of children being exploited in sex trafficking has made him a sought-after expert in the field of human trafficking, multi-jurisdictional investigations, and organized crime. He regularly consults with non-profit organizations and law enforcement agencies around the world.