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Kenny Smith

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The Career Advice Show: We talk to interesting people for insights about their careers, their world, and their life experience. Best Story: You can‘t possibly catch all of the good journalism being produced, so we‘re sharing the good stuff with you. We highlight a new story in each brief episode and explain why it is important.
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Host Kent Hance shares insightful, educational and often hilarious stories from his legendary life as a lawyer, a former U.S. Congressman, a university chancellor, and most notably, a native Texan. With themes ranging from leadership to politics and great friendships with some colorful characters, this podcast is an opportunity for Hance to share some of his rare, behind-the-scenes experiences and to solidify his unofficial title as The Best Storyteller in Texas.
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Each week, WORDTheatre® shares a brilliant short story performed live in LA, NY or London by a great actor, usually with the author in the room to hear their story being brought to life. Like what you hear? Visit WORDTheatre.org/Membership/ or if you are near the UK, visit WORDTheatreUK.org to enjoy live events and recordings by becoming a Patron or Enthusiast Member! WORDTheatre® is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization in the US and a Dual Charitable Trust in the UK. We are on a mission to m ...
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Your Best True Story

Your Best True Story

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Your Best True Story is a podcast dedicated to sharing as many of the world's spooky, thrilling, hilarious, and creepy true stories as we can. All story types are considered, including survival, drunk, ghost, embarrassing, near-death, alien, inspirational, and all others imaginable. All you need to do is believe it to be true, and tell it well. If yours is selected to play and receives the most audience votes in the month it airs, you could win a cash prize. Record and submit your amazing tr ...
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If you have lost your vision, your energy and your mojo for living your best life then this show is for you. Whether its your career, your attitude or your relationships, its time to reclaim and discover your BEST life yet. As a long-time award-winning journalist, storyteller and syndicated health and wellness show host, Gayle Guyardo had dedicated her life to shining and sharing a positive light on people, businesses and charities.People don’t fall off track in life due to a lack of commitm ...
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Author James M. Fenelon shares his new book Angels Against The Sun, the story of the 11th Airborne's battle to remove the Japanese from the Philippines and Manila- a riveting account of extraordinarily courageous American airborne troops in some of the toughest fighting of WWII. New Twitter address- @1001podcast Follow Us! Check out our two newest …
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In this episode of the "Kent Hance: The Best Storyteller in Texas" podcast, host Kent Hance engages in a heartfelt discussion about the life and legacy of former President Jimmy Carter, who recently passed away at the age of 100. Chancellor Hance shares personal anecdotes and reflections on Carter's early life in Plains, Georgia, his political care…
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In this episode, host Kent Hance welcomes Senator Phil Gramm, a former senator and economist, to discuss his book, "The Myth of American Inequality." The conversation highlights their shared experiences in Congress and focuses on Gramm's critique of government statistics on income inequality and poverty. Gramm argues that the narrative of the rich …
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In this insightful episode, former congressman Kent Hance shares his experiences and perspectives on the federal budget process and government spending. Hance discusses the complexities of drafting and passing budgets, the frequent use of continuing resolutions, and the contentious issue of the debt ceiling. He highlights the political dynamics bet…
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The explosive true story of the Green Berets heroic role fighting the top-secret war in Cambodia, Laos, and North Vietnam in the late sixties as told by one of the few who survived it- John Stryker "Tilt" Meyer, author of Across The Fence-The Secret War in Vietnam. HONORING OUR NATIONS HEROES: This is the first of two Veteran's day interviews we di…
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In this episode, host Kent Hance engages with Merrie Spaeth, a communications expert with a distinguished career in public service and media. Merrie shares her journey from her Quaker school education to Smith College, emphasizing the foundational values and critical thinking skills she gained. She recounts her early career as a reporter, her trans…
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In this episode of "Ken Hance: The Best Storyteller in Texas," host Ken Hance offers a mix of humor and insightful commentary. The episode opens with a saying from Clint Murchison Sr. and transitions to a discussion on the high-profile trial of Daniel Penny in New York City. Hance explores the legal complexities, public sentiment, and broader socie…
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This episode was originally published on Sept 28, 2023 In this episode: Kent talks with US Representative Tony Gonzales of San Antonio, who represents Texas’ 23rd Congressional District, which runs from El Paso to San Antonio and Del Rio and encompasses 42% of the southern border. Gonzales discusses his childhood, family, and stellar career in the …
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In this episode: Kent chats with a Texas statesmen, former Governor and U.S. Secretary of Energy Rick Perry about a range of topics: Perry’s upbringing in the remote West Texas town of Paint Creek; how his parents, coaches, and scoutmaster positively influenced his life; and the iconic small-town cultural experience of six-man football. The secreta…
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Kent again talks with former Texas Governor Rick Perry. What was it like to go from being a Paint Creek boy who’d seldom left home to flying C-130s for the Air Force in Europe? Perry tells how a 30-inch rainfall changed the trajectory of his life, discusses his early days in politics, reflects on the rewards of volunteering, and shares one of the m…
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Kent wraps up his visit with Rick Perry, who talks about his two years as Texas lieutenant governor and his accomplishments as Texas’ longest continuously serving governor. Perry tells us why being Texas governor was the best job he’s ever had, why being Secretary of Energy in the Trump administration was the most interesting, and ticks off some im…
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In this episode, Kent discusses the end of the college football season, focusing on coaching changes and the emotional intensity of rivalries. Kent reflects on the recent firing of Neal Brown from West Virginia and the financial pressures on universities. The conversation also covers post-game altercations, particularly between Ohio State and Michi…
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In this episode, Kent shares a series of captivating anecdotes and insightful commentary on current events. Chancellor Hance entertains listeners with humorous stories, including a memorable table purchase in Italy and a comical piano player incident. He also reflects on political appointments by President Trump, emphasizing the significance of fig…
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This is a riveting story and NYT best-selling author Caroline Alexander gives us all the parts of the story we need to want to buy this book. I highly recommend it- and you will too! These were the men who flew supply planes over the Himilayas during WWII suffering terrible casualties with tjhe loss of hundreds of planes and crews. Originally taped…
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Drafted into the United States Army in 1968, Jim served as a combat medic with the Americal Division where he rose to the rank of Specialist Five. In one battle alone “Doc” McCloughan has been credited with moving into the “kill zone” on ten occasions, saving ten American lives and one Vietnamese interpreter’s life. Specialist McCloughan was highly…
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In this episode of "Kent Hance: The Best Storyteller in Texas," host Kent Hance engages in a lively discussion blending personal anecdotes and political commentary. Kent shares a humorous story about a student named Monk Smith, illustrating the challenges teachers face. The conversation then shifts to current political events, focusing on President…
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In this podcast episode, Gary Peterson shares his journey from his upbringing in Lubbock and Amarillo to his successful career in the oil and gas industry. He discusses his education at Texas Tech University, where he majored in finance and participated in the marching band and ROTC. Peterson reflects on his career trajectory, including his time at…
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In this episode, Kent discusses the recent election results and their implications for Texas politics and beyond. He also shares humorous anecdotes, including a story about Babe Schwartz, and provides insightful commentary on the unexpected success of Donald Trump and the competitive Senate race between Ted Cruz and Colin Allred. The conversation t…
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In this episode: Kent interviews Randi Mahomes, mother of Super Bowl LIV-winning Kansas City Chiefs Quarterback Patrick Mahomes. Randi talks about Patrick’s youth, when basketball and baseball were his most-loved sports. She reveals the game she thinks Patrick will remember most at age 50, and it’s not his 2020 Super Bowl victory. What was the mome…
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In this episode: Kent continues his visit with Randi Mahomes, mother of Texas Tech alumnus and Super Bowl LIV-winning Kansas City Chiefs Quarterback Patrick Mahomes. Randi talks about the ups and downs of family life, why it’s a good thing one of her children wasn’t her firstborn, and what she misses most since Patrick achieved success. She also sh…
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In this episode of the "Kent Hance: The Best Storyteller in Texas" podcast, host Kent Hance discusses the importance of voting and its global impact, sharing personal anecdotes and political insights. Hance recounts humorous stories about his childhood friend, Snake Adams, and reflects on the significance of Senate races and current political trend…
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In August of 1946 the Democrat party was holding most of the state of Tennessee in an iron grip and had been for 10 years. Voters were being shot, beaten, and intimidated. Ballot box stuffing was the rule in many counties. Election integrity was non-existent. The corruption went all the way to Washington DC. The DOJ, the FBI, the Tennessee State Su…
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In this episode: Kent talks with Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick about his life before entering Texas politics — from growing up in inner-city Baltimore, to his first campaign for senior class president, and onward through a long, quixotic career as a radio DJ, TV sports broadcaster, restaurateur, and radio station owner. Patrick salutes numerous p…
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In this episode of "Kent Hance: The Best Storyteller in Texas," host Kent Hance coversa variety of topics. He reflects on past interviews with notable figures like Senator Ted Cruz, focusing on personal stories rather than political positions. The episode also revisits the Cuban Missile Crisis, exploring its impact on public perception and the draf…
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Some of todays memories: Pasadena, Arcadia, Santa Anita, Bugle Call, Heading for Illinois on my 7th birthday, the Studebaker, Yogi, Mickey Mantle, Marilyn Monroe, Jimmy Stewart, movies, Rock, top charts 1956, Exploring the woods and finding a cave, Huck Finn and more. I want to hear where youy grew up! EmaIL me at 1001storiespodcast@gmail.com Catch…
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In this episode, Kent navigates through a diverse array of topics. He begins with a historical nod to Thomas Edison’s 1879 light bulb patent, underscoring its revolutionary impact. Transitioning to current events, Hance acknowledges Benjamin Netanyahu’s birthday and discusses the ongoing conflict with Hamas. He then analyzes recent political pollin…
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In this episode of "Kent Hance: The Best Storyteller in Texas," Chancellor Hance shares engaging anecdotes from his political career. The discussion covers topics such as personal security for lawmakers, legislative negotiations, and humorous encounters with constituents. Hance reflects on the complexities of government bailouts, using the Chrysler…
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In this episode of "Kent Hance: The Best Storyteller in Texas," Kent Hance covers a range of fascinating topics with his signature wit and humor. He reflects on the importance of learning from mistakes, sharing a comical story about a failed government program in India. Kent also recounts a hilarious tale of the time he brought a major celebrity to…
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In this episode of "Kent Hance: The Best Storyteller in Texas," Chancellor Kent Hance offers a comprehensive analysis of the current political landscape, with a focus on the Texas Senate race between Colin Allred and Ted Cruz. Hance critiques Allred's campaign ads and discusses Cruz's strategic responses, particularly on issues like transgender par…
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In this episode of "Ken Hance: The Best Storyteller in Texas," host Kent Hance dives into an insightful discussion on his approach to overcoming challenges, the power of reliable information, and the importance of goal-setting. He shares his key mantra, "bury the dead and move on," focusing on resilience when dealing with setbacks. Hance also stres…
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In this episode of the "Kent Hance, The Best Storyteller in Texas" podcast, Chancellor Kent Hance engages in a compelling conversation with Vicki Hollub, President and CEO of Occidental Petroleum. They discuss Hollub's leadership journey, the strategic acquisition of Anadarko Petroleum, and the challenges faced during the COVID-19 pandemic and subs…
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In this episode, Kent Hance interviews Vicki Hollub, the pioneering CEO of Occidental Petroleum. Vicki shares her inspiring journey from Bessemer, Alabama, to leading a major oil company. She discusses her parents' influence, her initial interest in music, and her eventual shift to mineral engineering. Vicki recounts her diverse professional experi…
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Hello and welcome to my recollections of growing up across America in the 50's and 60's. I wrote this about ten years ago so my grandchildren could have a written record of what it was like growing up in America then. My hope is that you will be inspired to change things for the better today because you deserve better. All of you are invited to sha…
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