Local Entrepreneurs to Appear on National Game Show with Jaleel White
Episode Airs Tuesday, November 4 at 5:00 PM on Game Show Network
Local entrepreneurs and longtime friends Keddrain “KD” Bowen and Cyrus Fees are set to appear on the national television game show Flip Side, hosted by Jaleel White—best known for his iconic role as “Steve Urkel” from Family Matters. Their episode will air Tuesday, November 4 at 5:00 PM (ET) on the Game Show Network.
Bowen and Fees share a friendship and professional history that runs deep. Both graduates of Tusculum University, the two have built thriving businesses located directly across from each other inside The Mall at Johnson City.
Keddrain “KD” Bowen is the founder and owner of Fanatics 101, a leading sports apparel and retail store, and the owner of Mountain Movers Leadership Hub. He is also an author of five books, international speaker, and business coach, recognized for his inspirational story of entrepreneurship and community leadership.
Cyrus Fees is an accomplished entrepreneur, president of the Rotary Club of Johnson City, and owner of Vision Quest VR, in addition to being a world-renowned ring announcer for Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship (BKFC).
Their shared story began long before their success—when Bowen ran a mall kiosk and Fees worked alongside him in those early days. “What makes this experience so special,” Bowen shared, “is getting to share it with someone who’s been part of my story from the very beginning. From working together at my kiosk to now standing side by side on national TV—it’s truly full circle.”
Appearing on Flip Side was not only a fun challenge but a reminder of how far their journeys have come. “Meeting Jaleel White, someone we grew up watching as kids, was surreal,” said Bowen. “It was an awesome experience and something we’ll never forget.”
A local viewing party is being planned to celebrate the episode’s airing, with more details and the location to be announced soon.
Tune in to Game Show Network on Tuesday, November 4 at 5:00 PM ET to catch KD and Cyrus live in action on FlipSide.
To celebrate this exciting moment, Tusculum University will host a watch party on Thursday, November 13, at 6:00 p.m. in Chalmers Conference Room (Niswonger Commons).
Join us for a fun night as we cheer on Tusculum alumni Cyrus Fees and Keddrain “KD” Bowen on Flip Side! It’s not every day our Pioneers are featured on national television, so come hang out with Cyrus and KD and celebrate this incredible achievement together.
📍 Chalmers Conference Room, Niswonger Commons
📅 Thursday, November 13, 2025 | 6:00 p.m.
🎉 Open to all students, alumni, faculty, staff, and community members!