Happy to be Here with Chad Rea.

The 2-hour, totally live talk/music radio show that takes a swan dive into happiness and the paths people take to get there. Every Monday from 5-7PM CST on KLKT 107.9 in Lockhart and on KLKT.org.

This is my first volunteer gig for non-profit, community radio. Also, the opinions expressed on this site are my own and do not necessarily represent the views of KLKT.

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  • Episode 16 - Laura Walton
    12/9/24

    Episode 16 - Laura Walton

    How to navigate grief over the holidays with Laura Walton, Licensed Marriage Family Therapist (LMFT), Grief Veteran, Coach, + Mentor, After Loss Professional, and Yoga Instructor.

  • Episode 15 - Abe Brown
    11/25/24

    Episode 15 - Abe Brown

    On the third year anniversary of his stroke, animation director/producer/writer, Abe Brown joins us live to share his storied path from Lubbock to Hollywood to work alongside some of the biggest names in Hollywood, as well as discuss what matters most to him today. 

  • Episode 14 - Jerry Giordano
    11/18/24

    Episode 14 - Jerry Giordano

    Polymath creative, screenwriter, contentment counselor, author of the new book Your 7 Words to a Happier You, Jerry Giordano. 

  • The Highlight Show
    11/11/24

    The Highlight Show

    KLKT, and Happy to Be Here with Chad Rea, is 6 months old! This episode takes a look back at all the guests that make the show special.

  • Episode 13 - Troy Pottgen
    10/28/24

    Episode 13 - Troy Pottgen

    Advertising copywriter, creative director, university professor, and unlicensed therapist, Troy Pottgen.

  • Episode 12 - Tracy DeLuca
    10/7/24

    Episode 12 - Tracy DeLuca

    Design strategist, educator, and venture builder (primarily for healthcare systems and the budding psychedelic medicine ecosystem), Tracy DeLuca.

  • Episode 11 - Dani Marom
    9/9/24

    Episode 11 - Dani Marom

    Cosmic dancer, lucid dreamer, traveling shaman, intuitive energy guide, channel to the astral realms, conscious human meets mystical creature, and advertising specialist, Dani Marom.

  • Episode 10 - Saidy Corneglio
    8/26/24

    Episode 10 - Saidy Corneglio

    Herbalist, a beekeeper, an entrepreneur, a Reiki Master and Seichim practitioner, a professional gardener and educator specializing in Biodynamic and Permaculture practice, and homeschooler to four.

  • Episode 9 - Dr. Lacey Dupré
    8/19/24

    Episode 9 - Dr. Lacey Dupré

    Dr. Lacey Dupré. Founder of Somatic Self-Acupuncture™️, Mentor & Teacher to Conscious Entrepreneurs, Dr. of Traditional East Asian Medicine, Anthropologist, Plant and Soil Scientist, MultiDimensional Artist, and Mom.

  • Episode 8 - Joanne Irizarry
    8/12/24

    Episode 8 - Joanne Irizarry

    Joanne Irizarry. Social entrepreneur, mental health warrior, BBQ aficionado, and so much more. (Sensitive Content/Trigger Warning)

  • Episode 7 - Noelia Trevino
    8/5/24

    Episode 7 - Noelia Trevino

    Meet Noelia Trevino. Fitness instructor, nutrition coach, and Lockhart’s very own pint-size powerhouse of positivity.

  • Episode 6 - Julie Pelaez
    7/29/24

    Episode 6 - Julie Pelaez

    Julie Pelaez: Advertising Art Director turned artist that inspires self inquiry. Includes Top 10 Life Lessons learned from the art studio.

  • Episode 5 - Chad Rea
    7/22/24

    Episode 5 - Chad Rea

    Birthday edition! Heartivist, curator, international creative director, voice over, author, educator, drummer, and your show host, Chad Rea. Interviewed by Angela Bartys.

  • Episode 4 - Dionne Robertson
    7/15/24

    Episode 4 - Dionne Robertson

    From sports and retail to philanthropy and health food. This is the wonderful Dionne Roberts on resilience, keeping a positive mindset, faith and her path to happy.

  • Episode 3 - Roger Pigman
    7/8/24

    Episode 3 - Roger Pigman

    Lockhart music lover, builder, and artist, Roger Pigman drops knowledge on how to navigate the seas of life. (Recorded live and unedited.)

  • Episode 2 - Ethan Peters
    7/1/24

    Episode 2 - Ethan Peters

    Partner, explorer, teacher, learner, mentor, hunter, Lockhart Pride High School Principal, and special guest, Mr. Ethan Peters. (Recorded live and unedited.)

  • Episode 1 - Angela Bartys
    6/24/24

    Episode 1 - Angela Bartys

    From Hollywood maven to Lockhart wellness haven, the amazing, multi-gifted Angela Bartys. (Recorded live and unedited.)