This is a radio segment on Boerne Radio promoting the 5th annual Swing Strong Till It's Gone charity golf tournament benefiting Parkinson's research through the Michael J. Fox Foundation. Hosts Baron Wiley interviews Barry Halbert and Sean Jar about the event and its remarkable growth — from raising $30,000 in year one to $150,000 last year, with a $200,000 goal this year, boosted by a dollar-for-dollar match up to $100,000 from donor Jerry Metheny. Sean shares his personal Parkinson's journey and how a new medication pump has dramatically improved his quality of life. The segment covers event logistics, sponsors, volunteers, and a recorded message of support from NFL legend Brett Favre, who was recently diagnosed with Parkinson's.

Timeline

0:36   Baron Wiley welcomes Barry Halbert & Sean Jar to the show

1:13   Growth recap — from $30K (year 1) to $150K last year; Michael J. Fox Foundation MVP award nomination

1:52   Money stays local — UT Brain Center partnership explained

2:25   Sean's health story — triple bypass, Barry stepping in to run the event

3:19   Sean's new levodopa pump — life-changing results, no longer falling on the golf course

4:21   Event details — May 14–15 at Tapio Springs; Faith Jacobs concert kickoff, golf scramble, silent & live auction

5:33   Volunteer shoutouts — Lisa Halbert, Desiree Williams, Gary/Amy Nichols, and others

6:35   Jerry Metheny's $100K matching pledge announced

7:18   Call to action — volunteer number, how to participate

8:06   Growth from $30K to $150K reviewed; $200K goal for 2025

9:01   New marketing efforts; online "Donate Now" page

9:52   Parkinson's in pop culture — Apple TV's Shrinks, Harrison Ford, Michael J. Fox

10:46 Brett Favre's recorded message of support (recently diagnosed with Parkinson's)

11:48 Event dates, website, and registration info recap

12:26 Sponsor shoutouts — Cavender's, Mike Cook, HEB, and others

13:18 UT Health Brain Center partnership — one-stop shop for neurological care

14:51 Final call to action — Gary P. Nunn performing, event wrap-up

15:49 Sean reflects on his friendship with Barry and the journey

16:23 Golf spots still available; closing remarks

Original Air Date:  March 21st, 2026 as heard on Boerne Radio 103.9FM

Boost Boerne Business hosted by Baron Wiley