Podcasts about small town

What happens when a small-town girl with musician parents transforms her passion into a powerful career? Join host Buzz Knight on this episode of takin' a walk as we explore the inspiring journey of singer-songwriter Skylar Grey, whose evocative songwriting has resonated with some of the biggest names in the music industry, including Eminem and Rihanna. Skylar opens up about her roots in Wisconsin, where music was woven into the fabric of her childhood, and how those early influences shaped her artistic identity. As Skylar Grey discusses her latest album, Wasted Potential, she offers a retrospective glimpse into her life, revealing the emotional depth and honesty that defines her music. Describing her unique sound as 'bubble grunge,' she seamlessly blends various genres while capturing the essence of her experiences. This episode dives deep into the significance of mental health in the creative process and how returning to nature has reignited her passion for music. Skylar's candid reflections on self-worth and artistic integrity resonate throughout the conversation, making it a heartfelt exploration of her artistic journey. With highlights of her recent collaboration with Motionless in White, this episode showcases her versatility as an artist and her ability to traverse different musical landscapes. Buzz Knight, known for his engaging style and deep dives into music history, leads this captivating discussion that touches on themes of resilience, the joy of live performance, and the importance of staying true to oneself. If you're a fan of legendary musicians, iconic songwriting, or simply love a good story about the music and personal stories behind the songs, then this episode of takin' a walk is a must-listen. Join us as we uncover the inside music stories that shaped Skylar Grey into the artist she is today, and experience the magic of her journey through the lens of Buzz Knight, a true connoisseur of music history. Don't miss this opportunity to step into the world of an inspiring icon and discover the transformative power of music. Support the show: https://takinawalk.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on You Are What You Read, we are joined by Jayne Anne Phillips to talk about her new memoir, Small Town Girls. Jayne is the author of Black Tickets, Machine Dreams, Fast Lanes, Shelter, MotherKind, Lark and Termite, Quiet Dell, and Night Watch, which was awarded the Pulitzer Prize in 2024. Jayne's work has been a finalist once for the National Book Award and twice for the National Book Critics Circle Award. The recipient of Guggenheim, National Endowment for the Arts, Howard, Bunting, and Rockefeller Foundation Fellowships, she is a member of the American Academy of Arts and Letters.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

From the Patriot Mobile Studios powered by eSpaces, the Try That In A Small Town Podcast crew sits down for a raw, unfiltered hang. Tully, Kurt, Thrash, Kaylo and Neil talk about everything from health scares and terrible sleep to the emotional toll of chasing hits in a “failure business” and wondering if this podcast is actually any good.They celebrate Jason Aldean's multi‑week No. 1 with “Try That In A Small Town,” shout out Morgan Wallen and Luke Combs, and then pull back the curtain on how little songwriters and session players really make in the streaming era. They debate AI‑written songs, the madness of modern politics, bathroom etiquette, and why a fast‑food combo in a tiny Tennessee town now costs 14 dollars.If you've ever chased a creative dream, wondered why some shows blow up and others stall in “podcast purgatory,” or just love small‑town stories with a heavy dose of honesty and sarcasm, this one's for you. And yes… they really want to know: are they good, or do they suck? Let them know in the comments.2:36 Kratom, roadside naps, and realizing the “health food” was killing energy4:12 Jason Aldean's multi‑week No.1 and how fast country radio moves now5:12 “This podcast needs a hit” – joking about number ones vs. struggling growth6:01 Neil's hospital scare, liquid diet, cutting alcohol, and finally sleeping great9:42 Aldean's charity golf with Luke Bryan – golf game, banter, and sobriety on the course11:14 Original Glory and Patriot Mobile ads – small towns, veterans, and America‑first talk13:32 “Are we good?” – the guys get raw about insecurity and podcast “purgatory”15:12 Explaining “failure businesses” and why so many creatives give up19:20 Shout‑outs to core listeners (Ed, Birdie Jane, Rhonda K) and plea to spread the word20:28 Aldean/Jake Lagrone episode “spicy” comments and Jason's loyalty line22:24 Do more people listen than watch? Wondering if video is underused23:11 John Rich's new D.C. role fighting for farmers and property owners24:28 DSA, abolish‑everything politics, and pride‑in‑America poll skepticism26:44 “AI this podcast?” – joking about deepfake episodes vs. real frustration with AI songs28:03 Using ChatGPT for health vs. AI‑written country songs in Nashville31:01 CNBC calls Tennessee the worst state to live – the guys roast the list31:34 Try That In A Small Town Coffee: Raised Up Right, Down The Road, Sucker Punch32:20 Bus story: small‑town Tennessee truck stop and the $14 Whopper combo34:25 Inflation vs. songwriters' frozen pay and awful streaming royalties38:00 460 dollars for 1M Spotify streams – breaking down how little writers see40:09 More touring opportunities, but dreams of being a session ace are fading42:33 Dipshitty It: Burger King cashier with zero greeting vs. Chick‑fil‑A standards44:22 Forced small talk at Publix and backstage – fans' curiosity vs. artists' quiet time49:38 Teacher fired for “He Is He / She Is She” books and free‑speech double standards52:05 Neil's bathroom Dipshitty: guys who don't wash their hands at Cracker Barrel54:49 “See, we're funny – what's going on?” Still wondering why the show isn't bigger55:00 WNBA All‑Star Game, Sophie Cunningham, and wanting her as a guest56:29 Coffee plug redux – where to buy each roast and why the guys love it57:14 Final push: like, subscribe, download, comment, and “do it for Tully”_________________________________________________________________________________________________SPONSORS: The Try That in a Small Town Podcast is powered by e|spaces!Redefining Coworking - Exceptional Office Space for Every BusinessBook a tour today at espaces.comFrom the Patriot Mobile studios:Don't get fooled by other cellular providers pretending to share your values or have the same coverage. They don't and they can't!Go to PATRIOTMOBILE.COM/SMALLTOWN or call 972-PATRIOTRight now, get a FREE MONTH when you use the offer code SMALLTOWN.Original Brands - Our original sponsor since the beginning!!Original brands is starting a new era and American domestic premium beer, American made, American owned, Original glory.Join the movement at www.drinkoriginalbrands.comPeacemaker Coffee CompanyFounded by retired police officer/chief Chris Morris, Peacemaker delivers clean, low-acidity coffee while supporting police, firefighters, EMS, military, veterans, teachers, dispatchers, and medical personnel through donations and programs.www.trythatinasmalltowncoffee.com________________________________________________________________________________________________Follow/Rate/Share at www.trythatinasmalltown.com -For advertising inquiries, email info@trythatinasmalltown.comProduced by Jim McCarthy and www.ItsYourShow.coSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

It's time to talk about my weekend in Dahlonega, GA for Christmas in a Small Town. While this is their 2nd year of the show, this is my frist year attending. Say hello: dearhallmark@gmail.com Youtube:https://youtube.com/@dearhallmark?si=o_vx3T2kEjMoqK7YI wrote a book!  "Chasing Wind": https://amzn.to/3IGUI6gDear Hallmark's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dearhallmark/

Small Town Haunts and Legends of Tennessee - Steve Stockton welcomes back Eric Freeman Sims to talk about his new book, SMALL TOWN HAUNTS AND LEGENDS OF TENNESSEE. Find Eric online at https://www.facebook.com/eric.freeman.1048 Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/missing-persons-mysteries--5624803/support.

The Hidden Lightness with Jimmy Hinton – Two small-town mayors erase debt without raising taxes by cutting waste, ending costly contracts, and encouraging local business growth. Their bipartisan success contrasts sharply with New York City's spending, showing how disciplined leadership, efficient government, and responsible budgeting can strengthen communities and restore taxpayer confidence...

Terrifying Town Horror Stories from a real Maniac on the Loose. Small town nightmares packed with dread, ghosts, maniacs, dark secrets, and chilling twist endings.Scary stories podcast featuring original horror from the Terrifying Towns series — perfect for fans who love creepy small town tales and atmospheric terror.If you enjoy this episode, please leave a review and share it with a friend — it really helps this maniac reach more listeners!I have over 500 stories on Audible — 100% free with membership, no credits needed, no ads.Here's the page with every audiobook: ⁠https://maniacontheloose.com/audiobooks ⁠Not on Audible yet? 30-day free trial: ⁠https://maniacontheloose.com/audible⁠

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Thomas Hillier, local history librarian at the McHenry Public Library, and Chairman, City of McHenry Landmark Commission, joins John Williams to talk about the unique history of McHenry, what originally drew people out to the area, how people used to come to McHenry for vacation, the three different sections of the town, and how McHenry […]

Vigilante rides into trouble... again! Join David and Peter as they cover World's Finest #244.   For more Vigilante action, check out Ranger Gord's excellent Prairie Justice podcast at https://prairiejustice.podbean.com/ Email us at theearth2podcast@gmail.com Facebook www.facebook.com/theearth2podcast Instagram www.instagram.com/theearth2podcast Twitter www.twitter.com/podcast_earth2 Leave us a Voicemail at www.speakpipe.com/theearth2podcast Find our Linktree at https://linktr.ee/theearth2podcast #dccomics #dcmultiverse #vigilante #worldsfinest #wonderwoman #greenarrow #blackcanary #superman #batman  

Thomas Hillier, local history librarian at the McHenry Public Library, and Chairman, City of McHenry Landmark Commission, joins John Williams to talk about the unique history of McHenry, what originally drew people out to the area, how people used to come to McHenry for vacation, the three different sections of the town, and how McHenry […]

Thomas Hillier, local history librarian at the McHenry Public Library, and Chairman, City of McHenry Landmark Commission, joins John Williams to talk about the unique history of McHenry, what originally drew people out to the area, how people used to come to McHenry for vacation, the three different sections of the town, and how McHenry […]

We're cruising on into Waynesville, located in Pulaski County and home to about 5,400 people.  Between road warriors on Route 66 and military families from Fort Leonard Wood, Waynesville has become a melting pot.  And that's just the start. There are so many layers to Waynesville's story. From its place in Trail of Tears history, its complicated role in the Civil War, and the heyday of Route 66, each piece of this community's past plays a big role in its identity today.

Can one ordinary man make an extraordinary difference?Author Matt Shea joins This Week in America with Ric Bratton to discuss The Spiritual Sharpshooter, a moving novel about faith, compassion, justice, and the quiet courage of ordinary people.At the center of the story is Abner Willis Fowler—a retired veteran, devoted volunteer, and deeply faithful man who spends his days helping seniors, caring for forgotten animals, and comforting the lonely. Hidden beneath his gentle nature is an expert marksman whose carefully measured actions protect the vulnerable while delivering justice with mercy instead of revenge.Matt shares the inspiration behind his writing, including the influence of Andy Griffith, the values instilled by his family, and his passion for telling stories about overlooked people whose strength of character ultimately changes lives. His books celebrate small-town America, kindness, forgiveness, and the belief that everyone has value.In this interview you'll discover: The inspiration behind The Spiritual Sharpshooter Why Matt Shea writes about everyday heroes How faith, forgiveness, and justice work together The influence of Andy Griffith on his storytelling Why seniors, misunderstood individuals, and small-town communities play such an important role in his novels The message Matt hopes every reader takes away This Week in America with Ric Bratton is heard on more than 100 radio stations and podcast platforms worldwide, bringing listeners engaging conversations with bestselling authors, experts, and thought leaders covering books, health, business, history, personal development, and the issues that matter most.If you're searching for inspiring Christian fiction, faith-based novels, stories about justice, redemption, forgiveness, small-town America, family values, and everyday heroes, don't miss this insightful conversation with Matt Shea about The Spiritual Sharpshooter and the enduring power of compassion, courage, and hope.https://www.amazon.com/Spiritual-Sharpshooter-Matt-Shea/dp/B0GRCVGB7Whttps://www.mattsheabooks.net/Podcast KeywordsMatt Shea, The Spiritual Sharpshooter, Christian fiction, inspirational fiction, faith, faith in action, justice, forgiveness, redemption, everyday heroes, small town America, family values, compassion, courage, hope, inspirational books, spiritual books, Christian author, uplifting novels, senior citizens, community, Andy Griffith inspiration, wholesome fiction, book interview, author interview, Ric Bratton, This Week in America, religious fiction, moral courage, character driven fiction, kindness, volunteerism, overcoming adversity, book podcast, new books, inspirational storytelling

Trump is fighting to control how states run their own elections, and the fallout could shape the midterms before a vote is cast. Aaron Rupar, an independent journalist who's tracked Trump and the media covering him for years, joins Heidi and Joel to break down what's happening and why it matters outside Washington.Aaron explains how he tells what's real from what isn't, in a news cycle built for speed, and why he left Vox to build Public Notice on his own terms. He also gets into how Twitter/X, Bluesky, and Substack have split the audience for political news, and what that means when rural voters end up with different versions of the same story depending on where they look.In this episode:What Trump's push for more control over state elections actually meansHow Aaron fact-checks claims in real time without getting it wrongWhy he left Vox to go independent, and what changedPlatform fragmentation: Twitter/X, Bluesky, Substack, and what it does to political coverageThe enthusiasm gap heading into the midterms, on both sidesConnect with Aaron Rupar:SubstackBlueskyAaron's argument is simple. Watch the elections fight, not the noise around it.The Hot Dish is brought to you by the One Country Project. To learn more, visit OneCountryProject.org, or find us on Substack (Onecountryproject.substack.com), and on YouTube, Bluesky, and Facebook (@onecountryproject). (00:00) - – Introduction: Aaron Rupar's role tracking political misinformation (02:09) - – Platform fragmentation and the shift in conservative messaging (Twitter, Bluesky, Substack, Threads, Facebook, Truth Social) (04:35) - – How platform diversification affects public trust in news (05:50) - – Fact-checking, legal risk, and misinformation from figures like RFK Jr. (08:15) - – Washington's press culture: independent journalists, source relationships, and Trump's war on the press (12:19) - – Media versus power at the correspondents' dinner, and journalism's growing accountability role (14:02) - – Election outlook: enthusiasm, turnout, and party dynamics (15:26) - – Trump's strategy and the risk of election interference (22:12) - – State races, endorsements, and local campaigning (23:21) - – Voter enthusiasm, fear-based messaging, and eroding democratic safeguards (31:38) - – Minnesota politics and party resilience (33:50) - – Local, coalition-based strategy over ideological purity

Jason Aldean and longtime tour manager Jake “Charlie” LaGrone join the Try That In A Small Town podcast for a no-filter look behind the curtain of one of country music's biggest road operations. From kidney stone chaos and EMT horror stories, to high-stakes bus hockey, stolen putters, and firing disloyal crew, this episode is wall-to-wall backstage gold.Jake walks through his journey from Lori Morgan, Reba, Rascal Flatts, and Alan Jackson to running Jason Aldean's 80-person touring machine with 11 semis and 6 buses. The guys talk loyalty, crew culture, why good bus and truck drivers are everything, and how one bad attitude can poison an entire tour. They also dig into touring during COVID, the fallout from “Try That In A Small Town,” AI in music, new artists skipping “club years,” and what true longevity really looks like in country music.You'll hear: • Jake's first-ever ambulance ride thanks to a vicious kidney stone • Why a 5mm stone had the whole camp on edge • The legendary Bahamas bus-hockey game that cost Jake a $640 Scotty Cameron putter • The New Zealand Maori tribe welcome that ended with Jason singing the Star-Spangled Banner and touching noses with the chief • Real talk on firing crew who bad-mouth the artist while riding his bus and eating his catering • How Jason's camp builds “lifers” and keeps turnover insanely low • Why stadiums aren't the money machines people think they are • The difference between viral success and being able to carry a 90-minute headlining showPerfect for fans of Jason Aldean, road stories, and anyone curious what it REALLY takes to keep a big-time country tour on the rails.Timed Highlights (YouTube Chapters / FB Reels Cues): 2:18 Meet Jake “Charlie” LaGrone, Jason Aldean's tour manager 3:25 Jake's resume: Lori Morgan, Reba, Rascal Flatts, Alan Jackson and more 4:13 Leaving Alan Jackson for Rascal Flatts and triple the money 4:39 Alan Jackson not taking the news well 4:47 “Down a putter and up a stone” – the night everything went sideways 5:00 Jake's first-ever ambulance ride from a show 5:35 The 450-pound EMT and a long, painful ride to a small-town hospital 6:30 Computer crash, no CAT scan results, and Jake signs himself out 7:16 The pain hits: FaceTiming his granddaughter, then “twins breach” level agony 8:39 The diagnosis: a 5mm kidney stone and a long bus ride home 9:41 “You gotta have a pretty big Willie to pass that” – the guys pile on 10:59 Still hasn't passed the stone… might need a “C-section” 11:18 Original Glory beer sponsor segment 11:44 Patriot Mobile sponsor segment (PatriotMobile.com/smalltown) 13:17 Why the tour can't function without “Charlie” 15:11 Jason and the band admit: when Charlie's down, everyone is lost 17:00 What a tour manager really does: the fireman who puts out problems without anyone knowing 17:42 80 people, 11 semis, 6 buses – Jake explains the operation 18:47 The crew “lifers” who've been there 15–20 years 19:57 Delivering bad news: losing songs, losing soundcheck, and weather delays 22:01 High-stakes bus hockey: how $25 games escalate to $200 a night 22:58 The Bahamas trip: tequila, fishing, golf, and late-night hockey 23:37 Jake's $640 Scotty Cameron putter story 24:44 The all-or-nothing bet: $500 vs the $640 putter at 1 a.m. 26:05 Sudden-death OT: Jason's “dirty” winning goal and the putter is gone 26:40 Claiming the putter off the golf bag at baggage claim in Nashville 27:22 Jason trolling Jake with couch photos and the “putter that never even posted” 28:02 Who's the best bus hockey player? Trash talk erupts 29:22 “You will never own this putter again” – it's in Jason's will now 29:46 Jake buys the sister putter and trades tickets for a discount 29:53 Tully's hurt feelings: Jake sending his ugly golf swing pic to Tucker 31:21 Tucker exposes his dad: “My dad sent me that picture of your swing” 31:53 Wrapping the Bahamas trip – great time, bad swing 32:18 Celebrating Jason's 32nd No.1 and a rare second week at the top 32:45 How this No.1 climbed “organically” without a big radio push 33:09 Jason's perspective: new album off to a hot start 33:54 Jake on the camaraderie of Jason's camp and why this crew is unique 34:52 Why watching fans clap, dance, and smile keeps Jake going 35:36 The “lifer” crew – Snapper, stage managers, merch guys, techs and more 36:33 Jason explains why he hates seeing new faces and loves his long-time crew 37:15 Adding front-of-house engineer Chris Leonard – the missing piece 38:32 The NASCAR pit crew of country tours – fixing gear mid-show 39:12 Why each show must feel like someone's first and only Jason Aldean concert 40:11 Low turnover starts at the top – how Jason and the band lead 41:04 The four-piece beginnings and building the team over 20+ years 42:11 Why the show doesn't happen if the crew decides to take a day off 42:39 Tear-down in 50 minutes: 11 trucks loaded and gone 43:05 Jake shares a “difficult artist” story in D.C. over White House access 44:31 Firing versus fighting for people – when Jason saves a crew member 48:14 Jake's loyalty and HR role: one team, respectful, politics off the clock 49:04 Keeping promoters and venues happy so you're always invited back 50:24 Bus and truck drivers: the most important people on tour 51:00 If you get fired as a driver out here, you really did something 51:45 COVID, masks, and extremism bleeding into the crew culture 56:22 “Try That In A Small Town” backlash and crew disrespect – lines get crossed 57:29 Bad-mouthing the artist while on his bus? “You gotta go.” 58:17 How a few bad seeds can poison an entire tour's culture 59:09 Jake's reset meeting: respect, no agendas, one team or you're out 1:00:44 The toll of road life, kids, and missing milestones 1:01:17 Why this business isn't for “ordinary citizens” 1:02:23 Jason on touring: travel is the real grind, not just the 90 minutes on stage 1:04:13 New Zealand Maori tribe story – intense welcome ceremony 1:05:12 Choosing the Star-Spangled Banner as their “answer song” 1:07:37 Nose-touching with the chief – sealing the deal 1:08:27 The most awkward moment Jason, Tully, and the guys have ever shared 1:10:02 Proof you never really “see it all” on the road 1:11:01 Jason feels more settled than ever and still cutting some of his best music 1:13:16 Letting go of chasing industry awards and leaning into longevity 1:14:45 Why Jason values 21 years of career over a stack of trophies 1:17:08 How grinding through club years shaped the band and the show 1:19:29 The danger of young, viral acts skipping clubs straight to big tours 1:22:26 Knowing when NOT to headline yet – Jason's Brooks & Dunn detour 1:23:48 Artists with only 1–2 songs trying to carry 90-minute sets 1:24:49 The streaming mirage: background noise vs real connection 1:25:39 Physical concerts vs AI and virtual “acts” 1:27:14 CMAs' “human creators only” AI disclaimer 1:27:50 DJ-only arena shows and what's coming next 1:28:47 Dip Shitty of the Week segment begins 1:29:09 Parking garage etiquette rant – stay on your side 1:30:15 Children's toy box cutter – why is this even made? 1:32:15 “My current wife” – Neil roasts himself on a podcast slip-up 1:34:17 Jason's public dipshitty: fans yelling “Aldean!” in grocery stores 1:36:15 Left-lane campers and bad drivers – Jake's road rage 1:38:15 Bus “serial peer” mystery and bathroom etiquette 1:40:08 Kurt vs chatty cashiers and waiters who don't write orders down 1:43:30 Ducking familiar voices backstage – social overload 1:45:09 Neil's birthday surprise and gifts for the crew 1:46:10 Turkey call plugs and Peacemaker “Try That In A Small Town” coffee 1:47:15 Closing: thanks to Jason Aldean and Jake LaGrone, merch, and where to find more______________________________________________________________________________________________SPONSORS: The Try That in a Small Town Podcast is powered by e|spaces!Redefining Coworking - Exceptional Office Space for Every BusinessBook a tour today at espaces.comFrom the Patriot Mobile studios:Don't get fooled by other cellular providers pretending to share your values or have the same coverage. They don't and they can't!Go to PATRIOTMOBILE.COM/SMALLTOWN or call 972-PATRIOTRight now, get a FREE MONTH when you use the offer code SMALLTOWN.Original Brands - Our original sponsor since the beginning!!Original brands is starting a new era and American domestic premium beer, American made, American owned, Original glory.Join the movement at www.drinkoriginalbrands.comPeacemaker Coffee CompanyFounded by retired police officer/chief Chris Morris, Peacemaker delivers clean, low-acidity coffee while supporting police, firefighters, EMS, military, veterans, teachers, dispatchers, and medical personnel through donations and programs.www.trythatinasmalltowncoffee.com________________________________________________________________________________________________Follow/Rate/Share at www.trythatinasmalltown.com -For advertising inquiries, email info@trythatinasmalltown.comProduced by Jim McCarthy and www.ItsYourShow.coSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

**The Truth About Why Black Boys Are Being Killed With Their White Friends** Clay Edwards is joined by Creston Birch, a recently retired 30-year Clinton Police Department veteran, for a raw discussion sparked by a recent incident outside a Flowood Whataburger. Around 1:30 a.m., a group of mostly white teenagers included one Black teen who pointed what turned out to be a realistic toy gun at a white girl's head. A bystander confronted them and called police. Officers arrived to little consequence, and a detective later told the caller that Flowood gets 10–15 similar calls a week involving kids with realistic toy or airsoft guns. Clay shares his own earlier experience witnessing a similar scene in Ridgeland and warns that these look-alike guns create split-second, life-or-death decisions for bystanders and police alike—especially in Rankin and Madison counties. Creston recounts nearly shooting a 14-year-old over a plastic cap gun that fell from a waistband during a late-night stop. The pair walk through documented cases in which children (including Tamir Rice, Andy Lopez, Tyree King and others) were fatally shot after officers or others mistook realistic replicas for real firearms. The conversation expands into parental responsibility, the refusal of many parents to treat the behavior seriously, racial double standards in how these stories are framed, and the broader pattern of crime and cultural accountability in the Jackson metro area. Clay challenges the narrative that race is irrelevant until a Black child is the one shot, and both hosts stress that pointing any gun—real or toy—at another person in public is an act that invites deadly force. Later segments include the 1973 kidnapping of J. Paul Getty III and his grandfather's refusal to pay ransom until an ear was mailed, Clay's recent meeting with UFC legend Matt Hughes, the enduring story of Gary Plauche (the Baton Rouge father who shot his son's kidnapper and molester at the airport), the three-year anniversary of Jason Aldean's “Try That in a Small Town,” a VladTV poll ranking the “most hated” groups in America, and Southaven Mayor Darren Musselwhite's aggressive mini-blind and code-enforcement push. No commercials, station IDs, or streaming mentions. Just the conversation.

WHat would Godzilla do in a small town?!

The Disness gang visits Duckburg this week as we talk about DuckTales The Movie: Treasure of the Lost Lamp! Join Kaylee, Smalltown, and Jordan as they discuss the film, the history of DuckTales, they give their opinions and report cards, and so much more!Follow us on Instagram: @DisnessPodcast

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Terrifying Town Horror Stories from a real Maniac on the Loose. Small town nightmares packed with dread, ghosts, maniacs, dark secrets, and chilling twist endings.Scary stories podcast featuring original horror from the Terrifying Towns series — perfect for fans who love creepy small town tales and atmospheric terror.If you enjoy this episode, please leave a review and share it with a friend — it really helps this maniac reach more listeners!I have over 500 stories on Audible — 100% free with membership, no credits needed, no ads.Here's the page with every audiobook: ⁠https://maniacontheloose.com/audiobooks ⁠Not on Audible yet? 30-day free trial: ⁠https://maniacontheloose.com/audible⁠

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As Rogue River plans for future growth, Mayor Pam VanArsdale discusses infrastructure, public safety, regional advocacy and the collaborative approach she says keeps the city moving forward.

Data centers are showing up in rural counties across the country, and not everyone is happy about it. Isaac Wright, a strategist who's spent two decades working rural campaigns, joins Heidi and Joel to talk about why that is, what tariffs have cost farmers selling to Brazil and China, and why he sees real opportunity for Democrats in Iowa and Ohio in the midterms.Isaac explains why rural voters respond to authenticity and local trust over national talking points, and what Rob Sand's win in Iowa says about how to build that trust. He also gets into AI regulation, and what it would look like for policy to actually reflect the values Democrats say they hold.In this episode:Why Iowa and Ohio look like real opportunities this cycleData centers: local jobs versus strain on water and powerWhat tariffs on Brazil and China have cost farmersBuilding trust and likability in rural racesWhat it actually means to "localize" a campaignConnect with Isaac Wright:LinkedInIsaac makes a clear case for what it takes to win back rural voters, one county at a time.The Hot Dish is brought to you by the One Country Project. To learn more, visit OneCountryProject.org, or find us on Substack (Onecountryproject.substack.com), and on YouTube, Bluesky, and Facebook (@onecountryproject). (00:00) - - Introduction (02:14) - - Isaac Wright's background in rural strategy (04:01) - - Midterm outlook: gains and voter disillusionment (06:04) - - Key races in Iowa and Ohio (09:23) - - Values and local issues in rural campaigns (15:07) - - Trust and likability in rural elections (18:09) - - Data centers: opportunities and community concerns (26:39) - - Messaging on tariffs and trade (34:05) - - Short-term realignment and national politics (39:16) - - Closing thoughts: the long-term opportunity for Democrats

Philip Clark and listeners to Nightlife are joined by the longest-serving Western Australian Premier in over 50 years, Colin Barnett, and author of Out West. Big State, Small Town. 

Send us Fan MailKassandra Cantrell was 10 weeks pregnant when she went missing from Tacoma, Washington, in August 2020. Security footage showed a mysterious man in a hat hovering around Kassandra's car, along with other suspicious movements. Who was this man, and what was his motive?Sources:  1) https://www.cbsnews.com/news/kassanndra-cantrell-murder-colin-patrick-dudley-digital-evidence-mysterious-killer-hat-man/2) https://www.cuimc.columbia.edu/news/most-common-causes-maternal-death-may-surprise-you#:~:text=Researchers%20at%20Columbia%20University%20have,among%20pregnant%20and%20postpartum%20women.3) https://www.cbsnews.com/pictures/kassanndra-cantrell-disappearance-investigation/17/4) https://www.thenewstribune.com/news/local/crime/article268780602.html5)https://www.reddit.com/r/AskReddit/comments/1poc937/out_of_every_true_crime_case_which_one_disturbs/Support the show

Think you need to live in a major city to book luxury destination weddings? Think again.In this episode, Rachel sits down with wedding photographer Staci Brucks, who has built a thriving high-end destination wedding business while living in a small town. Staci shares how she strategically uses social media to attract dream clients from around the world, create a recognizable luxury brand, and stay consistently booked without relying on referrals alone.Whether you're a photographer, wedding professional, or creative entrepreneur, this conversation is packed with practical strategies for positioning yourself for premium clients, standing out online, and building a business that supports the life you actually want.In This Episode, We Cover:How Staci built a luxury destination wedding brand from a small town.The biggest misconceptions about booking high-end weddings.Using Instagram and social media to consistently attract dream clients.Creating content that speaks directly to premium buyers.Branding strategies that elevate your perceived value.Why location doesn't have to determine your success.How to build trust with clients before they ever inquire.Staying booked with intentional marketing instead of constantly chasing leads.Advice for photographers ready to break into the luxury wedding market.Connect with Staci Bruckshttps://www.instagram.com/stacibrucksphoto/ https://stacibrucksphoto.comConnect with Rachel:

Send us Fan MailWhat is now known as the Greek Restaurant Andy's Club was once known as the tavern Art's Place. This now-cozy and delicious eating establishment was once the scene of cold-blooded murder. What happened?Ogden, Ogden Utah, Junction City, True Crime, Historic 25th Street, Two-Bit Street, Ogden True Crime, Utah True Crime, Police, Police Podcast, Tales of Policing, History, History Podcast

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, we start to discuss the murder of 22-year-old student Janet Chandler in Holland, Michigan in 1979.E-mail me at Pugmomof1@gmail.com; visit me on Instagram as True Crime University_ or join our Facebook group, True Crime University Discussion GroupResources: Wikipedia, holland.org, Muskegon Chronicle, The Herald-Palladium, hope.edu, MLive.com, Grand Rapids Press, CBS News; "Gang Rape, Murder and Justice in a Small Town" by Shaun Assadel, Glamour, July 2007; nbcnews.com, The Cinemaholic, Toronto Sun; "Who Killed Janet Chandler?", film by David Schock, vimeo.comJoin our Patreon for only $2 a month! Patreon.com/TrueCrimeUni... Teacher's Pet tierJoin our Patreon for only $2 a month! Patreon.com/TrueCrimeUni... Teacher's Pet tier

As part of a continuing series on how marketing made small ideas big, this episode focuses on an unlikely suspect -- a retired sheriff's detective with a passion for history. West Virginia native David Taylor created a unique heritage project that might have remained a personal hobby, except for a two-hour radio interview one Sunday morning. Gordon and Corey explore why this story perfectly illustrates an enduring truth about marketing: great ideas still need the right amplifier, and sometimes that amplifier isn't a fancy campaign on streaming platforms or social media — it's a simple kick-start in trusted local media. Stay in the loop with all things Borrell when you join our Research Alert Lists. As always, thank you for listening. If you like the episode, leave us a review!  Want to join the conversation? Share your comments at borrellassociates.com/podcast.

Do you enjoy why choose romance novels with the forced proximity trope, a small town setting, and romantic comedy vibes? You're in luck! “Love By Design” is the next romance novel you need to read. It's a cute and flirty contemporary romance that will make you kick your feet giggling… Tune in to the episode to learn more about the book, hear the back-of-book blurb, and get 3 teasers about the book from your romance author Sagan Morrow. Remember to leave a voicemail for the author after tuning in to this episode, to share your thoughts, insights, questions, and comments! Resources mentioned in this episode: Get a FREE copy of Love By Design in exchange for a sincere book review: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScfSpL11lG5EEbTpH4UB3j71I1FSvRWvSBG9Gsk0s4NOUt65Q/viewform More “why choose” chick lit novels — the Polyamorous Passions series and Small Town Stilettos: SaganMorrow.com/books Tune in to Episode 196 of the Author Diary Entries podcast — Planning the chapter-by-chapter outline for my upcoming romcom novella (Love By Design) with a Tarot spread: https://www.buzzsprout.com/400015/episodes/19453605-196-planning-the-chapter-by-chapter-outline-for-my-upcoming-romcom-novella-love-by-design-with-a-tarot-spread Connect with Sagan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/saganlives Connect with Sagan on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@saganlives Tune in to ALL episodes of the Author Diary Entries podcast at https://saganmorrow.com/podcast Leave a voicemail for the author after tuning in to this episode, to share your thoughts, insights, questions, and comments: https://www.buzzsprout.com/400015/fan_mail Send fan mail! Click HERE to leave Sagan a voicemail & share your thoughts about this episode.Support the show

In this episode of the Try That In A Small Town podcast, the guys sit down with hitmaker George Birge to unpack his long road to “overnight success” in Nashville. George talks about grinding for a decade before his first number one, the moment Luke Bryan said “Play that motherfucker” about his song, and how TikTok flipped his career with Beer Beer Truck Truck.He shares how Clay Walker pushed him back into being an artist, how a Bobby Bones performance turned Mind On You into a life-changing hit, and why Jason Aldean giving that song back was a defining act of class. Along the way you'll hear wild road stories with SEAL Team Six and Post Malone, getting wrecked by Gary Allan's weed, the art of building a live set, and how country music's community creates careers that last decades. They close it out with golf at Augusta, Idiots of the Week, HVAC disasters, fan etiquette and plenty of laughs.Timed Highlights: 0:03:12 – Four number ones in a row, why Nashville is a “10-year town” and how hard it really is to break 0:04:35 – Building relationships with radio and listeners, and the pressure of chasing every hit 0:05:04 – Luke Bryan mentor story, Chesney's jet and the “Play that motherfucker” cowboy song moment 0:07:40 – Why country music is a “big happy family” and how fan relationships create 20–40 year careers 0:08:53 – Shouting out Kurt and Tully on a surprise Jason Aldean number one and how labels plan chart runs 0:10:00 – Original Glory beer spot and investing in America's small towns 0:11:14 – The magic and misery of the grind: why it's good that success doesn't come easy 0:12:20 – First number one, confidence, and how belief changes the way you write and perform 0:13:20 – Mike Eli's tough-love advice: “You just need to go get your ass kicked” 0:15:30 – Sprinter van nightmare in Kentucky, the meth'd-out “mechanic” and character-building on the road 0:17:49 – Moving from one recognizable song to multiple hits and the freedom of building a real setlist 0:18:38 – Covers as a “cheat code,” winning crowds in clubs and finding the sweet spot with 90s country medleys 0:20:19 – Club days: Dwight Yoakam medleys, Sweet Child O' Mine into Paradise City, and stretching 90 minutes 0:22:40 – Teaching an audience how to listen to your ballad and earning the right to play the slow songs 0:25:26 – Lessons from touring with Toby Keith: zero ego, human jukebox and knowing when to turn it into a honky-tonk cover set 0:28:19 – Tailgating with Toby Keith, SEAL Team Six and Post Malone on the bus in Virginia Beach 0:29:48 – Post Malone's country roots, respect for the genre and doing it the right way 0:30:09 – Pivoting to “just” being a songwriter, asking out of the duo deal and heading to Clay Walker's beach house 0:33:33 – Writing Clay Walker's We All Need A Bar Sometimes and Catching Up With An Old Memory and hearing the band's take from the studio side 0:36:35 – Refusing to quit, irrational optimism and how things fall into place when you keep showing up 0:37:38 – Clay Walker says “Get on TikTok” and the birth of Beer Beer Truck Truck from a country-music hater's video 0:39:41 – Going viral overnight, crediting the original TikTok creator and landing on The Bobby Bones Show 0:39:47 – Playing Mind On You live on Bobby Bones, getting a record deal and watching it go number one 0:41:03 – Jason Aldean had Mind On You on hold – and gave it back so George could release it as his debut single 0:45:08 – George's Mount Rushmore: Aldean, Gary Allan, George Strait and Tracy Lawrence, and how that shaped his sound 0:46:47 – First-hand weed disasters: Gary Allan's tackle box, the volcano, numb legs and the best pineapple ever 0:52:23 – Willie's Remedy, tequila pairings and trying to “just sleep” through a THC drink gone wrong 0:54:08 – Tequila on the road, giving up whiskey in the summer and survival strategies under 100-degree stage lights 0:55:16 – Golf talk: college golf background, shooting 75 at Augusta and winning the BMW Celebrity Pro-Am 0:57:31 – John Daly, a 27-minute Knocking on Heaven's Door and golf-country crossovers 0:58:08 – Weekly segment: Idiots of the Week – ducks on dashboards and Jeep duck culture 0:59:35 – People touching injured shoulders, hugging the sling side and unintentional pain 1:01:16 – HVAC conspiracy: the AC “just happens” to die right after the service check and buying a new unit 1:06:42 – Language rant: the word “literally,” dictionaries caving and when words stop meaning what they mean 1:08:37 – Fan behavior: phones in faces, reading the screen mid-song and completely losing the lyrics 1:10:19 – Fist bumps, picks, Sharpies mid-solo and why some fans think they're on stage with you 1:12:00 – World Cup tangent, flops, drama and sports rants 1:13:40 – Peacemaker Coffee plug and sending George beans for the bus 1:14:23 – The hosts on why George is great for country music, closing thanks and merch reminders______________________________________________________________________________________________SPONSORS: The Try That in a Small Town Podcast is powered by e|spaces!Redefining Coworking - Exceptional Office Space for Every BusinessBook a tour today at espaces.comFrom the Patriot Mobile studios:Don't get fooled by other cellular providers pretending to share your values or have the same coverage. They don't and they can't!Go to PATRIOTMOBILE.COM/SMALLTOWN or call 972-PATRIOTRight now, get a FREE MONTH when you use the offer code SMALLTOWN.Original Brands - Our original sponsor since the beginning!!Original brands is starting a new era and American domestic premium beer, American made, American owned, Original glory.Join the movement at www.drinkoriginalbrands.comPeacemaker Coffee CompanyFounded by retired police officer/chief Chris Morris, Peacemaker delivers clean, low-acidity coffee while supporting police, firefighters, EMS, military, veterans, teachers, dispatchers, and medical personnel through donations and programs.www.trythatinasmalltowncoffee.com________________________________________________________________________________________________Follow/Rate/Share at www.trythatinasmalltown.com -For advertising inquiries, email info@trythatinasmalltown.comProduced by Jim McCarthy and www.ItsYourShow.coSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Terrifying Town Horror Stories from a real Maniac on the Loose. Small town nightmares packed with dread, ghosts, maniacs, dark secrets, and chilling twist endings.Scary stories podcast featuring original horror from the Terrifying Towns series — perfect for fans who love creepy small town tales and atmospheric terror.If you enjoy this episode, please leave a review and share it with a friend — it really helps this maniac reach more listeners!I have over 500 stories on Audible — 100% free with membership, no credits needed, no ads.Here's the page with every audiobook: ⁠https://maniacontheloose.com/audiobooks ⁠Not on Audible yet? 30-day free trial: ⁠https://maniacontheloose.com/audible⁠

If you had nearly 300 screen credits, would you spend your free time mentoring new SAG-AFTRA members and helping fellow performers navigate a rapidly changing industry?? If your hand went up, you may be this week's guest, Lee Garlington!Lee joins Weezy and Lisa to discuss the unique, "hired gun" craft of popping into iconic shows with scene stealing roles and becoming what she calls "a director's actor." You had yet to learn her name when you saw her as Joey's father's mistress in Friends, as Bobby Cannavale's mother in Will & Grace, as Betty White's daughter on The Golden Girls and as Darlene's friend on Roseanne. You will know it now!Lee takes us behind the scenes on Psycho II and III, The West Wing, Sneakers, Six Feet Under and Seinfeld and shares harrowing axe-related stories from A Killing in a Small Town. She offers candid advice for aspiring actors, tells us about her work with the SAG-AFTRA Los Angeles Conservatory and discusses the realities of longevity in Hollywood, and her work with the Ruskin Group Theatre.Plus, an entertaining round of IMDb Roulette uncovers the horrors of sitting for a death mask fitting, why she ever so gently adjusted the placement of Robert Redford and how her performance went next level when Amy Madigan called her a nazi! This is a fascinating conversation about resilience, professionalism, and a lifelong love of the craft.And in current media, Weezy and Lisa talk about Is This Thing On and additional films that explore the standup comedy experience. Path Points of Interest:Lee GarlingtonLee Garlington on WikipediaLee Garlington on IMDBLee Garlington on InstagramSAG-AFTRA L.A. ConservatoryRuskin Group TheatreGreat Movies About Stand-UpIs This Thing On?

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Small Town, Big Business: Take Action Today Inc. with Chrystal CantrellJennifer Olson and Russell Williams host Small Town, Big Business in downtown Marion, Illinois, and interview Chrystal Cantrell, executive director of Take Action Today Inc., a recovery community organization serving Franklin, Williamson, Perry, Jackson, and Jefferson Counties with walk-in centers in Carbondale, Marion, and Benton/West City. Cantrell, a certified peer recovery specialist in long-term recovery, describes services including peer support, harm reduction education, Narcan and test kit distribution, transportation to treatment and appointments, laundry and clothing assistance, and plans for a thrift store. She discusses stigma, addiction as disease, homelessness realities, and the need for housing partnerships. The organization began after a homeless man's death in West Frankfort, incorporated in 2020, grew rapidly, now has 18 staff, and runs ROSC councils, a youth prevention program (SIYEN), and a hotel-based respite partnership with Equality Inn and medical partners like Deaconess. She outlines volunteer, donation, and supply needs and shares contact details (takeactiontoday.net, Facebook, and center addresses).Recorded at EThOs Small Business Incubator and Co-working Spaces in Marion, Illinois.https://members.ethosmarion.org/ SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCASTOur guest: https://takeactiontoday.net/

Farm country has been waiting on a new farm bill for almost two years. Angie Craig, the top Democrat on the House Agriculture Committee and a Minnesota congresswoman now running for the state's open Senate seat, joins Heidi and Joel to talk about what's holding it up, what tariffs have cost rural families, and why farm bankruptcies are becoming as much a security question as an economic one.Angie covers the imbalance that lets large agribusiness thrive while beginning farmers struggle to get a foothold, what immigration enforcement means for rural communities, and where she thinks the next farm bill needs to go if it's going to help anyone outside the biggest operations.In this episode:The status of the farm bill and what it means for small and beginning farmersThe impact of trade tariffs on U.S. agricultureRising farm bankruptcies and farm suicidesRebuilding trust and economic resilience in rural communitiesPolitical dynamics in Congress between Republican and Democratic membersElection timing and Minnesota's primary processICE reform and immigration policy's effect on rural laborResources & Links:Angie Craig Official WebsiteConnect with Angie Craig:InstagramFacebookTwitterCongresswoman Craig makes a solid case for where Washington has failed rural America, and where it goes from here. The Hot Dish is brought to you by the One Country Project. To learn more, visit OneCountryProject.org, or find us on Substack (Onecountryproject.substack.com), and on YouTube, Bluesky, and Facebook (@onecountryproject). (00:00) - - Introduction: Craig's district and rural policy focus (00:34) - - Farm bill negotiations with Republicans (03:25) - - Family farmers and rising bankruptcies (05:40) - - Structuring a farm bill for small and beginning farmers (09:43) - - Tariffs, trade wars, and international markets (14:06) - - Policy decisions and rural mental health (16:02) - - Immigration enforcement and its effect on communities (18:22) - - Winning rural voters and rebuilding trust (24:06) - - Immigration reform: farm labor and DACA recipients (30:50) - - Bipartisanship and election timing (35:22) - - Craig's campaign goals and vision for Minnesota

Guest: Deb Brown, rural economic development specialist and co-founder of SaveYour.Town Host: McKenzie Dial-Fritscher, SVP of People, Economic Impact CatalystEpisode Summary Deb Brown has spent over a decade working with rural communities across the country through keynotes, workshops, and site visits. As a former chamber director in a town of 7,800 in Iowa, she led an empty buildings tour that helped fill vacant downtown buildings in 18 months, and she's since built that experience into SaveYour.Town, a workbook, and network built around the "idea-friendly method." In this conversation, McKenzie and Deb talk about what actually moves the needle in small towns. Not big grants or outside investment, but small, community-owned steps that build trust, ownership, and momentum.In this episode:What "small town" really means, and why Deb lets communities self-identify rather than using population cutoffsThe five barriers that keep resurfacing across a decade of rural community surveysThe idea-friendly method: why gathering a willing crowd beats forming a committeeReframing setbacks as data instead of failure, with real examples from the fieldPractical ways to build trust with reluctant or resistant building ownersWhy storytelling and self-reliance are the through-line of every successful small-town projectThe empty buildings tour that turned around a town: how it started and what it producedAI as a capacity tool for overstretched rural leaders, not another thing to fearResources Mentioned:SaveYour.Town free weekly newsletterDeb's speaker site and workbook

Brad Lea joins the Try That in a Small Town podcast and absolutely unloads. From building Lightspeed and the Dropping Bombs brand to calling out weak mindsets, traditional gender roles, AI-written songs, government lies, moon landings, flat earth rabbit holes, COVID vaccines, and “dipshitty of the week” — nothing is off limits.Hear how a high school dropout built a training empire, why mindset, skill set, and habits are the real cheat codes, why most people quietly choose to stay broke, and how social media, politics, and conspiracies all tie back to belief and personal responsibility. This one is part masterclass, part bar fight.3:34 “I'm not an influencer” – building real businesses vs being a personality4:12 Inventing Lightspeed: from broke sales trainer to training software pioneer7:00 Eight years to “overnight success” and almost missing payroll9:01 Mission: getting knowledge from people who have it to people who need it10:01 Aladoxophobia – fear of other people's opinions13:40 From high school dropout to employing PhDs and MBAs15:10 Commission, mindset, skills, habits: Brad's simple formula for getting rich18:24 Content machine: cameras, social media, and “you are the content”21:10 Helping broke people vs rich people and why most never change23:33 Tough love: self-worth, appearance, and being judged in real life28:16 Choices, free will, and why most people pick misery without realizing it31:06 College, AI, and why relationships matter more than degrees37:19 “The right woman wants a king” – Brad's take on marriage and money41:17 Would he let his wife work for another man? Lines, loyalty, and control44:32 Ambition, freeloaders, and “who raised your ass?”52:01 Perseverance in music: staying in line until the song finally gets cut57:27 Transgender sports, common sense, and cultural insanity1:04:08 AI music, Suno, fake artists, and how writers are really using AI1:10:03 Borders, wasteful spending, and why “we the people” have no eject button1:18:04 Aliens, disclosure, and weird Florida mall footage1:21:18 Did we land on the moon? Brad's problems with the footage and story1:29:03 Scripture, luminaries, and why some people flirt with flat earth1:34:34 God, intelligent design, and what we actually know1:35:34 Dipshitty of the Week: waiters, nose pickers, left‑lane campers, and mashed potatoes guys1:43:48 Willie's weed drink, alcohol, and getting older1:47:01 COVID, vaccines, pressure in entertainment, and not trusting the government1:53:36 Wrap‑up: bombs dropped, minds blown, and thanks to Brad LeaFollow Brad:www.bradlea.comwww.droppingbombs.com______________________________________________________________________________________________SPONSORS: The Try That in a Small Town Podcast is powered by e|spaces!Redefining Coworking - Exceptional Office Space for Every BusinessBook a tour today at espaces.comFrom the Patriot Mobile studios:Don't get fooled by other cellular providers pretending to share your values or have the same coverage. They don't and they can't!Go to PATRIOTMOBILE.COM/SMALLTOWN or call 972-PATRIOTRight now, get a FREE MONTH when you use the offer code SMALLTOWN.Original Brands - Our original sponsor since the beginning!!Original brands is starting a new era and American domestic premium beer, American made, American owned, Original glory.Join the movement at www.drinkoriginalbrands.comPeacemaker Coffee CompanyFounded by retired police officer/chief Chris Morris, Peacemaker delivers clean, low-acidity coffee while supporting police, firefighters, EMS, military, veterans, teachers, dispatchers, and medical personnel through donations and programs.www.trythatinasmalltowncoffee.com________________________________________________________________________________________________Follow/Rate/Share at www.trythatinasmalltown.com -For advertising inquiries, email info@trythatinasmalltown.comProduced by Jim McCarthy and www.ItsYourShow.coSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of the Small Town Summit Podcast, Ben speaks with the co-founder of STS, Stephen Witmer, about his newly released book on the poetry of George Herbert titled, "In All Things Thee to See". In this interview, Stephen challenges us to use words like a skilled craftsman for the glory of God and the proclamation of the gospel. For more information about Small Town Summits, visit: www.smalltownsummits.comTo register for our fall conference, visit: www.stsfallconference.com

Most churches overlook the college campus right in their backyard. Skip Allen of Hope Church in Shelby, NC shares how his small-town church built a thriving college ministry at Gardner-Webb University using a simple Gather-Group-Give-Go flywheel. They are now sending out residents, missionaries, and church planters. If you have a campus near your church, this episode is for you! Hope Church in Shelby: https://www.hopeshelby.orgWebsite: ⁠https://breakinggrowthbarriers.com⁠Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/breakinggrowthbarriersFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/breakinggrowthbarriersInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/breakinggrowthbarriers

We're heading back to 1974 on The Disness this week as we talk about The Bears and I starring the son of John Wayne, Patrick Wayne! This film is on Disney+ so be sure to watch and then drink along with us! Join Kaylee, Smalltown, and Jordan as we discuss the film, the production, the story it's based on, we give our reviews and report cards, and so much more!Follow us on Instagram: @DisnessPodcast

Green Bank, West Virginia is home to the world's largest fully steerable radio telescope. It's also the only town in the U.S. where cell phones and Wi-Fi are banned, so the telescope can listen for faint signals from across the Universe undisturbed. This week, we bring you a special conversation recorded after The Planetary Society's virtual screening of Small Town Universe, the documentary that follows the people whose lives are shaped by that place. Mat Kaplan, Planetary Society senior communications advisor, talks with filmmaker Katie Dellamaggiore and physicist Ellie White about making the film, the beauty and stakes of life at Green Bank, and the ongoing fight to keep the observatory funded. Before that, Kate Howells, public communications specialist, previews the total solar eclipse crossing parts of the Northern Hemisphere on August 12th, the first visible from Western Europe since 1999. And Bruce Betts, chief scientist, joins for What's Up, breaking down Hayabusa2's July 5th flyby of asteroid Torifune. Discover more at: https://www.planetary.org/planetary-radio/2026-small-town-universeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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In August of 2023, police raided a small local newspaper in rural Kansas, seizing computers and cellphones. Later, the paper's publisher would discover there was no legal basis for the search. On this week's On the Media, find out who was behind the raid, and what the saga reveals about the plight of local journalism today.  [01:00] On a Friday morning in a small, rural town in Kansas, the publisher of the local newspaper opens his door to see the police. They have a search warrant in hand, and within minutes, they're searching his home. He finds out that at the same time, officers are combing through his newsroom, seizing computers and cellphones. All of this comes as a massive surprise – no warning, no subpoena, and, as he later finds out, no legal right.  This week, we're airing an episode of KCRW's Question Everything, hosted by Brian Reed, which digs into why this violent raid occurred, who's behind it, and the long-lasting, tragic ramifications.  On the Media is supported by listeners like you. Support OTM by donating today (https://pledge.wnyc.org/support/otm). Follow our show on Instagram, Bluesky, TikTok and Facebook @onthemedia, and share your thoughts with us by emailing onthemedia@wnyc.org. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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Trey McBride joins the boys in Nashville to talk about his record-breaking 97 receptions with zero touchdowns, signing his $76M contract to become the highest-paid tight end in NFL history, learning from JJ Watt and Zach Ertz as a rookie, why he chose Colorado State over bigger schools, and what Coach LaFleur brings to Arizona. Plus the boys recap Tight End University, Taylor wrestles Shane Gillis backstage, Taylor Swift performs, Kane Brown's golf ball injury, 4th of July plans, EA College Football 27 ratings, USA World Cup knockout stage predictions, and the infamous Cardinals-Titans fumble game. Timestamp Chapters: 0:00 Open 2:38 Chris Johnson 3:59 Callbacks 10:15 There's No American Language 15:46 USA World Cup Path 17:46 Tight End University Recap 20:18 Kane Brown 23:02 Taylor Swift Performs at Tight End U 26:45 Shane Gillis Wrestling Taylor Backstage 32:45 Wide Receiver University Proposal 37:39 4th of July Plans 41:39 Above Ground Pool vs Apartment Pool 45:28 Taylor's Kids Are Savages in the Pool 49:15 EA College Football 27 Ratings Breakdown 55:45 EA CFB 27 MVP Plus Membership 58:03 Tier Talks 1:07:44 Trey McBride Enters 1:08:40 97 Receptions Zero Touchdowns 1:11:29 Watching Kyler Murray Scramble Was Insane 1:15:14 Kyler Murray Call of Duty Rumors 1:17:03 Growing Up in Small Town 1:19:07 Choosing Colorado State Over Bigger Schools 1:25:06 NIL Changed Recruiting Forever 1:28:28 Almost Leaving for South Carolina 1:31:33 Winning the Mackey Award at Colorado State 1:34:01 Learning From Zach Ertz and JJ Watt 1:40:05 AJ Green's Insane Work Ethic 1:44:04 Becoming the Oldest Guy in Year Five 1:46:35 Coach LaFleur and the Shanahan Coaching Tree 1:48:43 Zips Wings Debate Gets Heated 1:57:47 Signing the Record Breaking $76M Contract 2:01:08 George Kittle Jumped His Deal Two Weeks Later 2:04:23 Golf Obsession With Budda Baker 2:05:33 Taylor's $21K Wyndham Clark Bet 2:10:10 Toughest Defensive Backs to Face 2:18:40 Tight End University Behind the Scenes 2:20:49 Most Hated NFC West Rival 2:21:32 The Infamous Cardinals Titans Fumble Game See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Many small towns across the country added GLP-1 weight-loss drugs to their employee health insurance plans. Now, some of those towns are being hit with huge unexpected premiums as use of the drugs continues to grow. Imani Moise speaks to a selectwoman from Belchertown, MA who helped navigate her town through a devastating bill and WSJ's Owen Tucker-Smith takes us through the economics for towns around the country. Further Listening: - Trillion Dollar Shot - Novo Nordisk's CEO Has a Comeback Plan - Ozempic Is a Hit. So Why Is the Drugmaker's CEO Out? Sign up for WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices