Best Hennesie Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 7: Inside the Rhino Trade with Jacob Calle 32:53

15h ago32:53

32:53

In this episode of Wild Tails, I sit down with filmmaker and conservationist Jacob Calle, who’s taking a bold approach to uncover the reality behind rhino poaching. Jacob shares stories from his work on his upcoming documentary in which he befriends rhino poachers to gain insight into their world and motives. It’s a raw and eye-opening look into th…

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Episode 6: Showbiz Surprises with Mara Rodriguez 25:31

14d ago25:31

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In this episode of Wild Tails, Mara Rodriguez, Zoo Development Coordinator for America’s Teaching Zoo at Moorpark College, takes us behind the scenes of the entertainment industry. Mara shares a memorable story from the 90s, when she brought a trained sea lion to perform on a Nickelodeon show with an up-and-coming host. As she recounts the experien…

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Episode 5: Protecting Giants with Julian Fennessy 35:46

1M ago35:46

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This week on Wild Tails, we welcome Julian Fennessy, the president and founder of the Giraffe Conservation Foundation. Julian shares an intense and eye-opening story from the frontlines of wildlife conservation, recounting a tense encounter with poachers while conducting a giraffe survey in the remote wilderness of Ethiopia. His dedication to prote…

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Episode 4: Finding Comedy in the Wild with Eddie Pepitone 31:39

1M ago31:39

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In this episode, we’re joined by the hilarious Eddie Pepitone, known for his sharp wit and satirical humor. Eddie shares a unique story about finding a surprising connection to nature without ever leaving his home. From his window, he observes and appreciates the beauty of the feathered creatures that visit, revealing a softer side of the comedian …

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The Progress City Radio Hour - Episode 71 - Town Hall: Didier Ghez, J.B. Kaufman, & Ted Thomas 1:27:09

2M ago1:27:09

1:27:09

In this town hall we're thrilled to welcome historians and authors Didier Ghez, J.B. Kaufman, and Ted Thomas. They join us to discuss their newest monograph, Walt Disney & El Grupo in Latin America, and the groundbreaking 1941 Disney voyage which inspired it. We examine the importance of Walt's many travels, and also take a look at what's next for …

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Ep. 3 Jungle Jordan 24:16

2M ago24:16

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Join us for an unforgettable episode of Wild Tails as we sit down with the renowned Jungle Jordan. A lifelong conservationist and advocate for wildlife, Jordan shares his passion for protecting our planet's creatures. He has a exciting story to tell. Hopefully you can "bear" it! Follow Jungle Jordan @JungleJordan23 and visit www.junglejordan.com Fo…

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The Progress City Radio Hour - Episode 70 - Fiesta! 1:36:00

2M ago1:36:00

1:36:00

Saludos amigos! In this episode the Radio Hour heads south of the border to look at Disney's connections to Mexico. We discuss Walt's ties to the country, early Mexican representation at Disneyland and in Disney films, examine the mighty churro, and explore EPCOT's Mexico Pavilion. History, music, and more - uts talahá ané exte Mexico yanchaħ uuchi…

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Ep 2 Carolyn Hennesy 23:38

2M ago23:38

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Get ready for a heartwarming tale as Emmy Award-winning actress Carolyn Hennesy shares a personal encounter with a majestic elephant. Join us as she recounts a life-changing experience that has shaped her perspective on the animal kingdom. From her iconic roles on screen to her dedication to conservation efforts, Carolyn's passion for nature is und…

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Ep. 1 Bradley Trevor Greive 47:52

3M ago47:52

47:52

Join us for the premiere of Wild Tails as we sit down with acclaimed author and conservationist, Bradley Trevor Greive. Known for his stunning illustrations and heartfelt stories about the animal kingdom, Bradley brings a unique perspective to the world of wildlife. Get ready to be captivated by his passion for nature and his inspiring journey as a…

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Wild Tails Trailer 0:38

3M ago0:38

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Join the Wild Tails Podcast. First episode drops August 22.By wildtailspod

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The Progress City Radio Hour - Episode 69 - Town Hall: Derric Johnson 1:42:35

5M ago1:42:35

1:42:35

In this Town Hall we're thrilled to speak with Derric Johnson, founder and long-time leader of the Voices of Liberty at EPCOT's American Adventure pavilion. Learn about his early Disney experiences in the 1970s, special moments over the years with the Voices of Liberty, and his time directing the annual Walt Disney World Candlelight Ceremony. Histo…

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The Progress City Radio Hour - Episode 68 - The Sherman Brothers! 1:56:35

5M ago1:56:35

1:56:35

To honor the recent passing of Disney Legend Richard Sherman, this special episode of the Radio Hour is a tribute to the iconic and unforgettable Sherman Brothers. We'll take a look at some of their lesser-known work, from their time before Disney to projects such as Tinpanorama and Summer Magic, to, yes, even SMASH FLOPS! History, music, and more …

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The Progress City Radio Hour - Episode 67 - Town Hall: Bob Holland, Part II 1:43:04

6M ago1:43:04

1:43:04

Ahoy! We continue our nautical theme with the return of former Imagineering and Disney Development Company exec Bob Holland! Bob joins us to talk about the early days of the Disney Cruise Line, from the shipyards of Italy to Castaway Cay. Set sail for new magic - it's the Progress City Radio Hour!By Progress City, U.S.A.

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The Progress City Radio Hour - Episode 66 - Boats! 1:57:08

8M ago1:57:08

1:57:08

The Progress City Radio Hour sets sail for a nautical exploration of one of Disney's best features - its boats! Our salty tales include the life of Disney Legend Admiral Joe Fowler, the origin of Disney boat attractions at Arrow Development, a glimpse of life aboard a FriendShip launch, the creation of Disneyland's Submarine Voyage, and a tribute t…

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The Progress City Radio Hour - Episode 65 - Snow! Part II 2:16:31

10M ago2:16:31

2:16:31

The Progress City Radio Hour returns to the slopes for more snowbound adventure! We have a wintry mix of tales including a trip to Switzerland with Walt to film on the slopes of the Matterhorn, a look at Disney's involvement in the 1960 Winter Olympics, and a conversation with Greg Glasgow and Kathryn Mayer about their book, Disneyland On The Mount…

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The Progress City Radio Hour - Episode 64 - A Progress City Christmas 2023! 1:51:04

11M ago1:51:04

1:51:04

The Progress City Radio Hour mulls the wine and sets out the relish tray for our 2023 Christmas episode! This year we're hosting two very special historians and authors, Steven Vagnini and Foxx Nolte! We talk about their past, current, and future book projects, and take a look ahead at 2024. History, music, and more - from all of us to all of you, …

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The Progress City Radio Hour - Episode 63 - Town Hall: Scott Hennesy, Part II 1:52:15

1y ago1:52:15

1:52:15

Former Imagineering Show Writer Scott Hennesy returns in this month's Progress City Town Hall! In this episode Scott answers some lingering questions from last time before taking us to Tokyo to discuss his adventures there. From Juicy Lucy to Chandu, there's a lot to talk about. Pack your duffle - it's the Progress City Radio Hour!…

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The Progress City Radio Hour - Episode 62 - Town Hall: Scott Hennesy, Part I 1:38:53

1y ago1:38:53

1:38:53

This month on the Progress City Town Hall we welcome former Imagineering Show Writer Scott Hennesy! Scott comes from a long Disney lineage, and in his time at Imagineering worked on such classic attractions as Kitchen Kabaret, Journey into Imagination, Cranium Command, and more. In this interview we talk about his history, his early Imagineering ex…

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The Progress City Radio Hour - Episode 61 - The American Adventure! 1:37:02

1+ y ago1:37:02

1:37:02

Let's return to EPCOT Center for a patriotic extravaganza like no other! Join us for a look at the creation of the groundbreaking attraction The American Adventure, and the history of Americana-themed spectacles that preceded it in the 19th and 20th centuries. Then take your seat for a history of the beloved singing group Voices of Liberty! Grab th…

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The Progress City Radio Hour - Episode 60 - Imagination! 1:46:10

1+ y ago1:46:10

1:46:10

Our 40th anniversary retrospective of EPCOT Center gathers one little spark of inspiration to make some memories! Follow Figment to the Dreamport as we explore the development of the classic attraction Journey into Imagination, and find out about previous Kodak promotions both at Disneyland and at the World's Fairs. And fire up the filmstrip becaus…

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The Progress City Radio Hour - Episode 59 - Energy! 1:51:49

1+ y ago1:51:49

1:51:49

We're riding on sunshine as we continue our 40th anniversary retrospective of EPCOT Center with a look at a few of the faces of energy! Cross the bridge future bound as we explore the development of the classic attraction Universe of Energy, and find out about previous energy exhibits both at Disneyland and at the World's Fairs. And take an off-top…

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The Progress City Radio Hour - Episode 58 - Town Hall: Davy Feiten, Part II 2:21:44

1+ y ago2:21:44

2:21:44

In this Progress City Town Hall we welcome back animator and Audio-Animatronics programmer Davy Feiten for part two of our epic interview! This time we go into detail about the Country Bear Jamboree and its seasonal shows, plus more of Davy's work on attractions such as Visionarium. Put some pants on that bear, it's the Progress City Radio Hour!…

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The Progress City Radio Hour - Episode 57 - Town Hall: Davy Feiten, Part I 1:53:33

1+ y ago1:53:33

1:53:33

This month on the Progress City Town Hall we're thrilled to welcome audio-animatronics wizard Davy Feiten! Davy started his career as an animator before coming to Imagineering to work on EPCOT Center, where he programmed American Adventure, World of Motion, Universe of Energy, and more. In this interview we discuss those experiences, as well as his…

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The Progress City Radio Hour - Episode 56 - Mobility! 1:39:47

1+ y ago1:39:47

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It's fun to be free as we continue our 40th anniversary retrospective of EPCOT Center with a celebration of the fifth freedom - mobility! Heed the call of the open road as we talk about the development of the classic attraction World of Motion. Find out about sponsor General Motors, and their previous brushes with Disney and World's Fairs. And take…

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The Progress City Radio Hour - Episode 55 - Town Hall: Bob Garner 1:04:33

2y ago1:04:33

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For this month's Progress City Town Hall we're pleased to introduce you to director, producer, and writer Bob Garner! A showbiz veteran, Bob was responsible for documenting Imagineering's work leading up to the opening of EPCOT Center. Among his many credits are the EPCOT preview center film, The Living Seas, the Captain EO preshow film, and much m…

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The Progress City Radio Hour - Episode 54 - Harvest! 1:51:24

2y ago1:51:24

1:51:24

We continue our 40th anniversary celebration of EPCOT Center with a look at the pavilion which today most holds true to its original intent - The Land! We'll look back at how the pavilion came to be, and some of the concepts which were abandoned along the way. We'll also talk about original sponsor Kraft, and how they had a presence at World's Fair…

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The Progress City Radio Hour - Episode 53 - Town Hall: Doris Hardoon, Part II 2:10:25

2y ago2:10:25

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In this episode we conclude our two-part Progress City Town Hall featuring veteran Imagineer and Disney Legend Doris Hardoon! In her long career, Doris worked on projects ranging from EPCOT to Shanghai and beyond. In part two of our talk we discuss her work on EPCOT galleries, the Autry museum, Port Disney, WESTCOT, Hong Kong Disneyland, Shanghai D…

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The Progress City Radio Hour - Episode 52 - Town Hall: Doris Hardoon, Part I 1:41:30

2y ago1:41:30

1:41:30

This month we're happy to bring you a two-part Progress City Town Hall featuring veteran Imagineer and Disney Legend Doris Hardoon! In her long career, Doris worked on projects ranging from EPCOT to Shanghai and beyond. In part one of our talk we discuss her early life as a pop singer and model in Hong Kong, her early career in themed entertainment…

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The Progress City Radio Hour - Episode 51 - Communications! 1:35:45

2y ago1:35:45

1:35:45

We begin our 40th anniversary celebration of EPCOT Center with a look at the theme of its signature pavilion, communications! We'll look back in time to see the history of the Bell System's past offerings at World's Fairs and Disneyland itself, and talk with Imagineer Peggie Fariss about the level of research that went into the creation of EPCOT's …

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The Progress City Radio Hour - Episode 50 - Fifty Happy Episodes! 2:13:37

2y ago2:13:37

2:13:37

This is it, folks - our fiftieth episode! Can you believe it? To mark the occasion we're looking back at two fiftieth anniversary celebrations of the past, 1973's 50th anniversary of Walt Disney Productions and 1978's 50th anniversary of Mickey Mouse. History, music, and more - nifty at fifty, it's the Progress City Radio Hour!…

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The Progress City Radio Hour - Episode 49 - Town Hall: Peggie Fariss, Part II 1:52:27

2y ago1:52:27

1:52:27

This episode we're bringing you part two of our Progress City Town Hall with veteran Imagineer Peggie Fariss! Peggie started at Disneyland in 1965 as an attractions hostess, and in her amazing fifty-year career she worked on any number of fascinating projects. In part two of our talk we discuss more of her role in putting together EPCOT's planning …

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The Progress City Radio Hour - Episode 48 - Town Hall: Peggie Fariss, Part I 1:51:13

2y ago1:51:13

1:51:13

This month we're very excited to bring you a two-part Progress City Town Hall with veteran Imagineer Peggie Fariss! Peggie started at Disneyland in 1965 as an attractions hostess, and in her amazing fifty-year career she worked on any number of fascinating projects. In part one of our talk we discuss the origins of Peggie's Disney career, her time …

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The Progress City Radio Hour - Episode 47 - The Great Locomotive Chase! Part II 1:42:16

2y ago1:42:16

1:42:16

We're on the rails again as we continue our exploration of the production of the 1956 Disney feature The Great Locomotive Chase. Join us, Walt, and Fess in the mountains of Georgia and North Carolina for a look at the locals Walt recruited to take part in the film, some of whom he tried to bring back to California with him! We also look back at the…

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The Progress City Radio Hour - Episode 46 - The Great Locomotive Chase! Part I 1:37:08

2+ y ago1:37:08

1:37:08

This month we're doing something a little different on the Radio Hour, and taking a deep dive into the production of the 1956 feature The Great Locomotive Chase. This film was a passion project for Walt, who spent two weeks playing with trains on location in the mountains of Georgia and North Carolina. Join us and our third co-host Fess Parker for …

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The Progress City Radio Hour - Episode 45 - Vacation! 2:37:10

2+ y ago2:37:10

2:37:10

It's time to hit the road for summer vacation, Disney style! We'll look at roadside Disney classics from Florida's welcome centers to Walt Disney World's preview center itself. We'll also hitch up our RVs at Disneyland's long-lost Vacationland campground. We revisit the Country Bear Jamboree Vacation Hoedown, and speak to artists Jason Grandt and S…

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Meet the Woman Behind the Incredible Childcare Center for Kids on the Autism Spectrum (Deja Ard) 32:54

2+ y ago32:54

32:54

Host Becky Hennesy brings on a new friend and reformer to the podcast. Her name is Deja Ard and her journey to launching a life-changing childcare center is incredible. It's a unique facility because it is specifically designed to assist children diagnosed on the Austism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Deja is all too familiar with this special needs worl…

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The Progress City Radio Hour - Episode 44 - Voyages Extraordinaires! 2:16:36

2+ y ago2:16:36

2:16:36

This month, the Progress City Radio Hour is setting sail for adventure with tales from the golden age of scientific romances, and the grand old man himself Jules Verne! We'll look at the making of the 1954 Disney classic 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea, and revisit how that film was first represented at Disneyland with a movie set tour. We'll also loo…

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The Inspiring Story Behind the INSPIRE School Programs (Tara Oksuzler) 33:48

2+ y ago33:48

33:48

Host Becky Hennesy hangs out with one of her besties! It's Tara Bollinger-Okszuler, the creator of an incredible non-profit organization called Inspire School Programs. In this episode, they breakdown how Inspire was launched, how it's grown, and the secret power of starting small. They also take listeners into Tara's own "inspiring" journey from M…

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Doing Whatever It Takes: He's Used Gatorade, Pizza and Even Cigarettes to Reach America's Youth in Public Schools! (Reggie Dabbs) 31:36

2+ y ago31:36

31:36

Host Becky Hennesy welcomes America's favorite public school assembly speaker Reggie Dabbs to the podcast. Since the late 1980s, Reggie has been a familiar name for many teenagers who have heard him speak in hundreds of school systems, churches, youth camps and other events around the nation. His impact for the Kingdom is so broad and wide it's nea…

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Reformers: Living on Purpose (Dubb Alexander) 1:04:52

2+ y ago1:04:52

1:04:52

In this special episode of Reformers Collective, host Becky Hennesy takes her listeners inside the recent launch meeting for a new mid-week gathering called Reformers 101 at Trinity Church in Cedar Hill, Texas. The main speaker for the launch event was Dubb Alexander (who was Becky's in-studio guest two episodes ago). Dubb spoke to several hundred …

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She Hijacked My Podcast AGAIN! (Becky Hennesy & Jamie Lyn Wallnau) 25:29

2+ y ago25:29

25:29

It's happened again! Another friendly takeover! Host Becky Hennesy's good friend Jamie Lyn Wallnau walked into the Reformers Collective Podcast Studio, grabbed a mic, and then proceeded to insert herself as the question poser for this episode. What nerve! Last time they broke down the Reformers Collective conference held back in October 2021. This …

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The Progress City Radio Hour - Episode 43 - Brushes With Genius! 2:28:33

2+ y ago2:28:33

2:28:33

This month, the Progress City Radio Hour looks at some of the creative geniuses who have worked with the Disney studio over the years. From surrealist legend Salvador Dalí, who worked at Disney on the film Destino in 1946, to composer legends like Stravinsky and Prokofiev, many famous names sought to work with Walt in his heyday. We also look at no…

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From Living in a Cult to Reforming Christian Culture (Dubb Alexander) 30:45

2+ y ago30:45

30:45

Becky Hennesy introduces her podcast audience to another one of her new fast friends she has met in the past few months. His name is Dubb Alexander...and his life journey is almost too incredible to believe. His parents were ex-hippie atheists who later accepted Christ..but then joined a cult, got kicked out of the cult, and then started their own …

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The Progress City Radio Hour - Episode 42 - Town Hall: Tim Delaney, Part II 1:54:01

2+ y ago1:54:01

1:54:01

In this episode we welcome back veteran Imagineer Tim Delaney for part two of his town hall! We cover a lot of ground in this one, from EPCOT Center and The Living Seas to Discoveryland in Paris. There are also lots of personal stories about the boom days of Michael Eisner and Frank Wells. Hydrolators prepare for descent, it's the Progress City Rad…

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One Reformer's Response to the Crisis in Ukraine (Peter Pshichenko) 27:03

2+ y ago27:03

27:03

Host Becky Hennesy catches up with Ukrainian Peter Pshichenko to hear his perspective on the current crisis in eastern Europe from a Christian viewpoint. After hearing his remarks and prayer at a recent church service at Trinity Church (Cedar Hill, Texas), Becky knew she needed to bring him onto the podcast to speak to her growing audience of refor…

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The Progress City Radio Hour - Episode 41 - Town Hall: Tim Delaney, Part I 1:15:43

2+ y ago1:15:43

1:15:43

This month we're happy to bring you a two-part Progress City Town Hall with veteran Imagineer Tim Delaney! Tim began at Disney in the 1970s, and worked on everything from Epcot Center to Disneyland Paris, Hong Kong Disneyland, and beyond. In this part of our talk we discuss how Tim was inspired by Walt's classic Tomorrowland television episodes, hi…

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Post-Pandemic: Has the Church Just Crossed into a New Era? (Jim Hennesy) 36:16

2+ y ago36:16

36:16

In this episode, host Becky Hennesy brings on her husband Jim Hennesy, lead pastor at Trinity Church (Cedar Hill, Texas) and they discuss the new era that the Church experiencing in 2022. (It's about time Jim made an appearance, right?) And yes, one of the main ingredients on the table of their discussion is the Church's role in creating the spirit…

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Urban Ministry and the Beauty of Bonton Farms (Trog Trogdon) 25:49

2+ y ago25:49

25:49

Host Becky Hennesy sits down with a new kindred-spirit friend Trog Trogdon. They met in 2021 at a chance encounter at Bonton Farms, an urban ministry located in Dallas, Texas. Trog went on to attend and participate in Becky's first ever Reformers Collective Conference later that year in October...and they have been fast friends ever since. Trog has…

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The Progress City Radio Hour - Episode 40 - Tomorrowland! 2:04:04

3y ago2:04:04

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The Progress City Radio Hour turns forward the clock and jets into the new year with a visit to the great big beautiful Tomorrowland! We start off with a look at Walt's own Tomorrowland programs of the 1950s, and how they influenced the American space program. We'll also examine Walt's friendship with visionary architect Welton Beckett, tour the ea…

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The Wonder Woman Who Founded Furnishing Families of Texas (Annabelle Wallnau) 35:32

3y ago35:32

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Annabelle Wallnau has mastered the secret of mixing her Christian faith with action..and she is using simple household items like mattresses and couches as her ticket to demonstrate the tangible love of Christ. Host Becky Hennesy brings Annabelle onto the podcast to learn more about how this tour-de-force lady has impacted literally hundreds of har…

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