Show Notes

John Tesh has lived a life unlike almost anyone else. Millions knew him as the co-host of Entertainment Tonight. Basketball fans know his legendary "Roundball Rock" theme that became synonymous with the NBA. Music lovers have filled concert halls around the world to hear his compositions.

But behind the success is an incredible story of resilience.

In this heartfelt conversation, John shares how a garage full of cassette tapes launched his music career, the unlikely return of his iconic NBA theme more than 35 years later, and how a devastating cancer diagnosis changed the way he views life, family, faith, and purpose.

He also discusses:
The return of "Roundball Rock"
His new cycling remixes and upcoming Christmas album
The story behind Entertainment Tonight
Lessons learned from interviewing some of the world's biggest stars
His battle with terminal prostate cancer
How faith and prayer changed everything
Why purpose is the key to living a meaningful life
Why he has no plans to retire

This is an inspiring conversation about perseverance, reinvention, gratitude, and making every day count.

Guest: John Tesh

Host: Tony Mantor

If you enjoyed this episode, please follow Almost Live Nashville, leave a review, and share this episode with someone who needs encouragement today.

Show NotesJohn Tesh has lived a life unlike almost anyone else. Millions knew him as the co-host of Entertainment Tonight. Basketball fans know his legendary &quot;Roundball Rock&quot; theme that became synonymous with the NBA. Music lovers have filled concert halls around the world to hear his compositions.But behind the success is an incredible story of resilience.In this heartfelt conversation, John shares how a garage full of cassette tapes launched his music career, the unlikely return of his iconic NBA theme more than 35 years later, and how a devastating cancer diagnosis changed the way he views life, family, faith, and purpose.He also discusses:<ul><li>The return of &quot;Roundball Rock&quot;</li><li>His new cycling remixes and upcoming Christmas album</li><li>The story behind Entertainment Tonight</li><li>Lessons learned from interviewing some of the world&apos;s biggest stars</li><li>His battle with terminal prostate cancer</li><li>How faith and prayer changed everything</li><li>Why purpose is the key to living a meaningful life</li><li>Why he has no plans to retire</li></ul>This is an inspiring conversation about perseverance, reinvention, gratitude, and making every day count.Guest: John TeshHost: Tony MantorIf you enjoyed this episode, please follow Almost Live Nashville, leave a review, and share this episode with someone who needs encouragement today.

Nashville based veteran music producer Tony Mantor’s Almost Live… Nashville podcast takes its listener on a journey through the business of music and entertainment. Following the success and popularity of his top-rated podcast on Autism & Mental Health awareness - Why Not Me? - Mantor hosts thought-provoking conversations and behind-the-scenes stories from various celebrity guests from the world of music, television and entertainment. With more than 30 years as an accomplished music producer based in Nashville, Mantor welcomes a worldly guest list of musicians, actors and entertainers who share their unique stories about the roles they’ve played in creating and sustaining what we know as popular American culture. Conversations and stories that also give a deeper understanding on what it takes to achieve success in the entertainment industry for aspiring entertainers who are currently pursuing their own dreams of being a star someday. Whether listening for the entertainment or storytelling factor alone, or for tips on how his guests faced their life’s challenges, Almost Live… Nashville will have a story for anyone who has been a fan of popular culture in music, movies and television over the last few decades.

Nashville based veteran music producer Tony Mantor’s Almost Live… Nashville podcast takes its listener on a journey through the business of music and entertainment. Following the success and popularity of his top-rated podcast on Autism &amp; Mental Health awareness - Why Not Me? - Mantor hosts thought-provoking conversations and behind-the-scenes stories from various celebrity guests from the world of music, television and entertainment. With more than 30 years as an accomplished music producer based in Nashville, Mantor welcomes a worldly guest list of musicians, actors and entertainers who share their unique stories about the roles they’ve played in creating and sustaining what we know as popular American culture. Conversations and stories that also give a deeper understanding on what it takes to achieve success in the entertainment industry for aspiring entertainers who are currently pursuing their own dreams of being a star someday. Whether listening for the entertainment or storytelling factor alone, or for tips on how his guests faced their life’s challenges, Almost Live… Nashville will have a story for anyone who has been a fan of popular culture in music, movies and television over the last few decades.

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John Tesh: From Entertainment Tonight to Beating Cancer, Faith, Music, and the Purpose That Never Ends

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