Brazos Stories with Hugh Stearns
Brazos Stories with Hugh Stearns is a podcast covering the characters and stories of the Brazos Valley. The fabric of a community is woven from the threads of the stories of the people and places in that community. In this podcast, Hugh, who is a local business owner and lifelong resident of the Brazos Valley, interviews the people you may know or should know who are contributing to our community life.
Episodes
28 episodes
Sara Hadley: Chosen: Non-Profit Healthcare Ministry
In this episode, we talk with Sara Hadley from Chosen: Non-Profit Healthcare Ministry. This incredible organization provides essential medical equipment like wheelchairs, canes, walkers, and hospital beds to those in need across the Brazos Vall...
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23:22
LeAnn Hale: Purple Turtle Art Studio
In this episode we sit down with LeAnn Hale, a passionate local artist, educator, and advocate for visual arts education. She is dedicated to fostering creativity in young artists throughout our community. As the owner of Purple Turtle Art Stud...
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34:38
Michele Buenger: The Contribution Key
In this fascinating episode, we welcome Michele Buenger, a Board-Certified Health and well-being Coach and registered nurse based in the Brazos Valley. With over 17 years of experience in the healthcare industry and insights from her personal a...
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36:00
Project Hope & Hope's Locker
In this episode, we sit down with Meagan Meekma, the project coordinator for Project Hope for Bryan ISD. Bryan ISD is committed to serving students living in transitional situations, such as shelters, double-ups with other families, or unaccomp...
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24:53
This Little Piggy Sanctuary
In this captivating episode, we sit down with Janice Morey, the driving force behind the This Little Piggy Sanctuary nonprofit located in Bryan, Texas. Join us as we delve into Janice's inspiring journey that led her to establish this sanctuary...
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47:20
Kat Grier: The Gardens at Texas A&M University
In this episode, we speak with Kat Grier, who works for Texas A&M AgriLife as the coordinator of education programming and outreach for The Gardens at Texas A&M University. The mi...
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28:44
Jaimi Washburn: Brazos Interfaith Immigration Network
In this episode, we speak with Jaimi Washburn, the director of the Brazos Interfaith Immigration Network. BIIN’s mission is to promote the human dignity and well-being of all immigrants in our community and to advocate for and facilitate better...
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1:03:11
Nicole Rogers: Saint Francis Wolf Sanctuary
In this episode, we speak with Nicole Rogers. She is the executive director of the Saint Francis Wolf Sanctuary. Saint Francis Wolf Sanctuary is a nonprofit charity in Navasota, Texas, whose mission is to provide exceptional lifelong sanctuary ...
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41:06
Roy Lopez: Fiestas Patrias Mexicanas
In this episode, we speak with Roy Lopez, one of the founders of the Fiestas Patrias Mexicanas of Bryan-College Station. He is also a senior regional advisor for Texas A&M University. We discuss the adversities he faced growing up and how h...
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1:11:56
Theresa Mangapora
In this episode, we speak with Theresa Mangapora, the executive director of the Brazos Valley Food Bank. The Brazos Valley Food Bank unites our community to nourish our neighbors in need. Brazos Valle...
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55:18
Zeitman's Grocery Store
In this episode, we speak with Blake Zeitman, owner of Zeitman's Grocery Store in downtown Bryan. He is carrying on his family's legacy from the original Zeitman’s Grocery Store opened in 1891 by a family of Eastern European Jewish immigr...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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43:30
HoneyPotDoc: Jeff & Theresa Edwards
In this episode, we speak with the husband and wife team, Jeff, and Theresa Edwards. They run HoneyPotDoc, which is a small family-owned and operated, Texas-based business providing premium honey products and bee-wellness services. ...
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Season 1
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Episode 16
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53:35
Dr. Valerie Hill-Jackson
In this episode, we speak with Dr. Valerie Hill-Jackson. She is the Assistant Dean of Educator Preparation at Texas A&M University. Hill-Jackson is a highly-awarded & recognized educator. Her research interests include critical ed...
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31:35
Wienerspiel: Judy LeUnes
In this episode, we speak with Judy LeUnes. She is the founder and president of the local non-profit, Wienerspiel. It hosts events for raising funds for non-profits who help homeless, unwanted, and neglected animals as well as organizations who...
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Season 1
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Episode 14
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43:27
BLM: Tre Watson
In this episode, we speak with Tre Watson. He is the co-founder of Black Lives Matter BCS. We speak to him about his personal connection to BCS and his work to better the community.
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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34:36
Greg Martin: The Entrepreneur’s Banker
In this episode, we speak with Greg Martin. He is the founder + CEO of The Entrepreneur's Banker and a certified Profit First Banker. He is a co-creator of a local podcast, Aggie Growth Hacks, that is dedicated to connecting Aggie E...
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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47:08
Alison Prince: United Way
In this episode, we speak with Alison Prince. She is the CEO + President of the non-profit United Way of Brazos Valley. We learn more about her life and how she got involved in non-profits and how UWBV works for our community. Lin...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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54:24
Rusty Surette
In this episode, we speak with Rusty Surette. He is the evening news anchor for KBTX-TV (CBS) covering Bryan-College Station and Texas A&M University. Links:KBTX Website
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48:09
Rev. Sam Hill
In this episode, we speak with Rev. Sam Hill. He is the board treasurer of the Brazos Valley African American Museum and the Pastor of North Bryan New Birth Baptist Church. Links:Brazos Vall...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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36:55
Steve Turner: Polite Coffee Roasters
In this episode, we speak with Steve Turner, the Head Roaster and Founder of Polite Coffee Roasters, located in the Kyle House. Steve was serving in the Army in Afghanistan when he had the vision for Polite Coffee: great coffee with real friend...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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33:31
Raquel Masco: SingleMoms Created4Change
In this episode, we speak with Raquel Masco, a community activist for single moms dedicated to empowering and encouraging other women and moms. She is the founder of SingleMoms Created4Change.
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58:45
Dan Kiniry: Community Activist & Founder of Tiny Hope Village
In this episode, we speak with Dan Kiniry, a community activist serving the poor and homeless of the Brazos Valley. He is also the executive director of Tiny Hope Village, which is a permanent housing solution for people who have experienced ho...
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40:30
Dr. Richard Woodward: Community Leader
In this episode, we speak with Dr. Richard T. Woodward. He is a Professor in the Department of Agricultural Economics at Texas A&M University. He serves on the board of directors for Brazos Interfaith Immigration Network, BIIN’s mis...
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59:47
Project Unity
In this episode, we speak with Jeannie Mansill, the founder + president of the local non-profit Project Unity. Project Unity’s mission is to empower children, families, and individuals to reach their highest potential in the commun...
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51:49
BCS Business Owner, Uri Geva
In this episode, we speak with a local business owner, Uri Geva. Uri is the president and founder of Brazos Valley Bombers, a collegiate summer baseball team, CEO of Infinity Sports and Entertainment, and owner of Edible Arrangements in C...
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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