Battle In The Morning

Battle In The Morning

Start your day with Battle in the Morning, the ultimate wake-up call for classic rock fans! Hosted by Battle, this show is your daily dose of rock, laughs, and all things Nashville. From epic music to lively conversations, exclusive interviews, and can't-miss giveaways, Battle keeps the mornings fresh and entertaining. Whether you're commuting, at work, or just need a boost to jumpstart your day, Battle in the Morning is the show that turns up the volume and gets you ready to rock!

Episodes

Battle vs. 3rd Grade Homework

February 25, 2026 • 20 mins
After basketball practice, Battle sits down with Liam to tackle third grade homework… and realizes he might be the one who needs tutoring (shout out to Abbey!). 😂 Battle opens up the phones at 615-737-1059 and asks the real question: Should school homework be banned?
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Am I a Jerk? He Bought His Ex-Wife a Valentine Gift “From the Kids”

February 23, 2026 • 19 mins
Jessica called in with an “Am I a Jerk?” that set the phones on fire: she went OFF on her boyfriend after finding out he bought his ex-wife a Valentine’s Day gift “from the kids.” Is that a thoughtful co-parent move… or a Valentine’s Day line you don’t cross?





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I Don’t Believe In Psychics… But My Wife Booked One Anyway

February 19, 2026 • 22 mins
Battle’s wife wants them to go to a psychic and get their palms read, and Battle is trying to be supportive… while fully believing it’s nonsense. He’s convinced if psychics were real, they’d already know he’s coming. Now Battle wants to know: do you believe in psychics, and has one ever nailed something they couldn’t possibly know?
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Gas Pump Parking Etiquette Is Out of Control

February 18, 2026 • 19 mins
Battle hits the gas station for a quick fill-up… and gets stuck behind a guy who parks at the pump, locks the car, and walks inside without even buying gas. So what’s the rule? Is Battle being petty, or is that guy the real jerk?









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Suggested Tipping Is Out of Control… or Am I Just Cheap?

February 17, 2026 • 20 mins
Battle and the wife finally do their “make-up Valentine’s dinner,” and everything’s perfect… until the check shows up with a suggested tip that feels like a car payment. Is tipping culture getting out of hand, or are we just getting bullied by the button
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Is It Rude To Eat During A Work Meeting

February 11, 2026 • 22 mins
Battle’s got a workplace etiquette question that turned into a full-blown rant after a post-show video meeting went completely off the rails… because one person decided it was mealtime AND stayed unmuted. So what’s the verdict: Is it rude or normal to eat during a work meeting? Battle opens the phone lines and lets YOU decide
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Are Valentine’s Day Roses a Scam… or Still Romantic?

February 11, 2026 • 20 mins
Battle is calling it: buying roses on Valentine’s Day might be the biggest romance scam of the year. Why go broke to prove love on one day when you’re supposed to show it every day? We’re debating whether V-Day roses are overrated or still undefeated
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The Hooter's Family Game Watch Debate + It’s Battle’s Birthday!

February 9, 2026 • 26 mins
Rob called into the show for “Am I a Jerk?” He took his kids to Hooters to watch the game… and his wife was NOT having it. Plus, it's Battle’s birthday
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Job Interview or Background Check? Employers Digging Through Social Media

February 4, 2026 • 21 mins
Today on Battle In The Morning, we’re debating whether it’s fair for employers to check your social media before they hire you, or if that’s a straight-up invasion of privacy. Where’s the line between protecting a company’s image and policing someone’s personal life?
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Wrong Price at Checkout: Should Stores Have to Honor It?

February 3, 2026 • 17 mins
Battle thought he scored the deal of the year on a new TV, until the register rang up a totally different price and the store refused to honor the shelf tag. So what’s the rule supposed to be… and what’s fair? Battle breaks down the moment, the manager showdown, and asks the big question: Should stores honor wrong pricing?










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Am I a Jerk or a Genius? The Windshield Wiper Fluid Revenge

February 2, 2026 • 19 mins
A listener admits he sprays wiper fluid to splash tailgaters. Jerk or genius? We debate it.
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SNOWPOCALYPSE IS COMING

January 23, 2026 • 21 mins
Today on the show, Battle talks about the nasty winter weather that's coming this weekend. Listners call in to give their thoughts on if it's really going to be this bad
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Battle Family Update

January 22, 2026 • 18 mins
Battle shares why he’s been out the past couple of days and opens up about something he’s kept private for several months: his wife was diagnosed with cancer last year. He explains that he never talked about it publicly, choosing instead to focus on getting her through months of radiation and the emotional weight that comes with carrying something that big in silence.
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If You Could Know Your Death Date… Would You?

January 15, 2026 • 18 mins
Today on the show, Battle throws out a question, 'If you could know the exact day you’re going to die… would you want to know?' Battle’s a hard no, because once that date is in your brain, it’s basically a permanent pop-up ad ruining every moment. And when the phones light up, listeners come in hot—some want the date so they can live it up, others say it would mess with their head nonstop.
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The Great Dishwasher Argument: Do You Pre-Wash Before You Wash?

January 13, 2026 • 13 mins
Battle and his wife got into a very real argument over the dishwasher, because apparently there are two kinds of people: the “pre-rinse everything” crowd… and the “that’s literally what the dishwasher is for” crowd. Battle admits he was loading dirty dishes straight in, and his wife was NOT having it. So he took it to the listeners and opened the phones with one simple question: Do you rinse… or not rinse before you load the dishwa...
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Backwoods to Bottle: A Sit-Down with Tim Smith of Moonshiners

January 12, 2026 • 7 mins
We’re cracking open a jar and some good conversation with Tim Smith from Discovery’s Moonshiners and Master Distiller. From behind-the-scenes secrets to how he dreams up new moonshine flavors, Tim gives us the lowdown on the upcoming season, what makes each show tick, and whether his own line of overalls is on the horizon.
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When Your Kid Isn’t the Star: Do You Let Them Quit?

January 12, 2026 • 20 mins
This morning on the show, a listener called in with a dilemma. Her 13-year-old son, an awesome kid who just isn’t great at basketball, and the tough parent dilemma that comes with it: keep spending the time and money on travel ball when he barely gets playing time… or let him quit?
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“’90s Normal” Would Get You Arrested Today

January 8, 2026 • 18 mins
Battle breaks down a viral Reddit list of things we all did in the ’90s that would NOT fly in 2026, showing up unannounced, babysitting at 10, mooning people… and yes, getting left in the car while your mom “ran in real quick.” Plus: listeners chime in with their wildest “’90s normal” memories.
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When Did You Realize You’re Getting Old?

January 7, 2026 • 20 mins
Over the weekend, Battle took his kid to a trampoline park in Hendersonville, went for a dunk… and his body instantly regretted it. 😂 Then we get real: when did you realize you’re getting old?
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Battle In The Morning Turns ONE! (And We’re Giving Away Jerry Seinfeld Tickets!)

January 6, 2026 • 19 mins
Today’s a big one!! Battle In The Morning officially hits ONE YEAR! 🎉
Seriously… thank you for rocking with me, letting me be part of your mornings, and turning this show into what it is. And because it’s an anniversary celebration, we’re doing it the right way: One Stupid Question is back… and you can win tickets to see Jerry Seinfeld!
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