Huckabee Guests

After 24 years touring as an award-winning, platinum-selling, country music singer-songwriter, Smith chose to leave the music business to pursue a future in ministry. The "Like A River" summer tour in 2023 marked his last as he moves full throttle towards his faith. Honoring his late son, River, his first book Like a River: Finding the Faith and Strength to Move Forward After Loss and Heartache, was released on August 1, 2023.  Compelled by the call to ministry, Smith intends to serve his local church under the teaching, council and leadership of his pastor and elders while he continues work on a Master's degree at Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, along with public speaking and authorship.   He has released ten studio albums, one live album, and two EPs. Granger has charted over eight singles on the Billboard country charts, including the number one hit "Backroad Song." He is a highly sought-after speaker, actor, author, and host of the nationally syndicated iHeartRadio show After Midnite with Granger Smith. In 2017 he started the Granger Smith Podcast, where he discusses matters of faith, family, music, and the outdoors, while spreading messages of integrity, honor, truth, and restoration grounded in a Christian worldview. *Granger's social media following exceeds twelve million, with more than one billion online video views.  

Since making his National debut on Jay Leno’s “Tonight Show,” my next guest has appeared in 114 countries and on every major TV network, and he's performed over 10,000 times in Las Vegas! He's won some of the most prestigious awards in magic. He debuts his new illusion, “Timeless Collection,” on Huckabee this weekend. Don't miss it!

Get more of Greg's incredible magic acts via the links to the left

It was 45 years ago this week that the world lost Elvis Presley. It’s Elvis Week in Nashville, so our studio audience is dressed appropriately. And to help us celebrate Elvis’ life, our next guest is the man whose father provided Elvis’ distinctive wardrobe. From the iconic Lansky Brothers in Memphis, the “clothiers to the King.” Be sure to tune in to Hal Lansky on Huckabee.

Learn more about Hal Lansky via the links to the left.

Newly signed Curb Records recording artist and Jonas Group Entertainment-managed, Harper Grace, is a Texas native with dreams the size of her home state. The rising Country star’s initial experience in the spotlight came at just 11 years old when her first public performance of The National Anthem didn’t go as planned, eliciting widespread criticism from an array of online observers and media outlets. Seven years later, the “American Idol” alum redeemed herself by returning to the same stadium and nailing a version of the patriotic song. Now residing in Nashville and currently traveling around the U.S. singing The National Anthem at multiple high-profile venues and sharing her anti-bullying story with people on her Redemption Tour, Harper has released 2 new songs in 2023: “Sparkle,” and “Oh Say Can You See,” an autobiographical track she penned for her 11-year-old self.

Heather Johnston is the Founder and Executive Director of U.S. Israel Education Association (USIEA). USIEA is a nonpartisan organization that educates and serves senior government leaders to advance important dialogue and cooperation between the United States and Israel. Since 2011, Heather has led advanced, educational tours for senior members of Congress to Israel. The tours provide an opportunity to travel through Judea and Samaria (the West Bank) and to engage directly with Israeli and Palestinian leaders who are most involved in the geopolitical dynamics and understand the demographic realities of the region. USIEA connects U.S. government leaders with Israel’s top leaders and experts on issues related to defense and security, energy, technology, economic cooperation, and agriculture. In addition, through USIEA, Heather has facilitated and hosted numerous educational briefings and forums on Capitol Hill to equip members of Congress with critical knowledge that is relevant for future legislation regarding the U.S.-Israel relationship.  Heather also established Israel’s National Leadership Center with the City of Ariel. Ariel is the capital city of Samaria, centered in Israel’s heartland as the strategic security front. Since its opening in 2010, the National Leadership Center has trained over 100,000 Israelis. Heather has worked closely with Israel’s Ministry of Education to develop this unique educational leadership curriculum. The National Leadership Center has not only trained Israel’s to Jewish and Arab youth, but also trained all branches of the Israel Defense Forces. ​ Heather authored “Uncommon Favor” chronicling her journey from an ordinary life to passionately seeking God, guiding her navigation through international politics for Israel. With over 25 years of involvement with Israel, she operates dynamically within the U.S.-Israel relationship as an educator and influential figure. Renowned as an author and speaker on Jewish-Christian relations and modern Israel’s role in biblical prophecy, Heather has led numerous tours to Israel for businessmen, Congressional members, and esteemed leaders.   Heather studied Communications at Auburn University and completed her Master of Theology Degree at Beeson Divinity School in Birmingham, Alabama. She resides in Birmingham with her husband, Bruce. Together they have two children, David and Mallory.

Helen Smallbone grew up in Australia as the daughter of a Methodist minister and the youngest of four children. Even though she grew up in church, her faith became real in her mid-teens when she committed her life to Christ at a Billy Graham Crusade in Sydney.

Trained as an Occupational Therapist, Helen’s greatest desire was to serve God and become a wife and mother. At age 20, she married the love of her life, David Smallbone, and over the next 14 years they added seven children to their family.

In 1991, after experiencing a financial crisis in Australia, the Smallbone family relocated to the Nashville, TN area, where David began a career in music management for Christian artists. This new adventure required every family member to place their trust in God and live by faith.

Helen’s love for God and family has only grown stronger as she and David have supported their children’s creative career paths. Their daughter, Rebecca St. James, and two of their sons, for KING & COUNTRY stars Luke and Joel Smallbone, have collectively earned five Grammys.

When not busy with her children and grandchildren, Helen is dedicated to sharing her passion and love for God with those around her. She is the co-founder of MUMlife, (www.MUMlife.org), a ministry of “mothers uplifting mothers,” and co-host of the MUMlife Community Podcast. David and Helen Smallbone live just outside of Nashville with a small menagerie of animals.

In the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains of Georgia there’s a unique town that takes you to another place altogether! That town is Helen. Just one look and you’ll think you’ve been transported to an Alpine town in Bavaria Germany! Like walking into a fairytale, Helen is just full of charm and wonderment! Tune into "Huckabee" this weekend to learn more about this wonderful town!

You know Henry Cho from his many TV and movie roles, and sharing the stage with stars from Amy Grant to Willie Nelson. His special “What’s That Clickin’ Noise?” is on Comedy Central and Netflix. He’s a regular in Vegas, and he’s performed at the Grand Ole Opry nearly 100 times! When Mike and Janet Huckabee saw him in December at the Opry and loved his act so much, they made sure to get Henry Cho on the Huckabee show. Don't miss this fantastic comedian!

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High Valley is the highest selling Canadian Country Music band of all time. Their hit songs have been streamed over a half a billion times and they have won numerous Canadian Country Music Association and Juno Awards. Brad Rempel leads High Valley and joins "Huckabee" to talk about their new music and more. 

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You’ve seen these ladies everywhere from the Grand Ole Opry to major gospel and bluegrass events worldwide. Their many honors include Grammy and Dove Award nominations, and they’ve been named Singing News Magazine’s New Artist of the Year. Their latest album is called “Somewhere I’m Going,” and they’re going to talk to us. Don't miss their great performance this weekend on "Huckabee."