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Come sit a spell—as my Granny used to say—and let's visit about all things Arkansas. Gwen Faulkenberry is a small town girl through and through. Born and raised in Ozark, AR, she’s been everything from school teacher to a state Representative candidate. Gwen is a mother, author, English professor, an award-winning columnist–and now, a podcast host. On this podcast, Gwen sits down for thoughtful conversations that move fluidly from politics in Arkansas to big, deeply human questions about love, vulnerability, faith, identity, and what it means to stay connected in a digital world. ...

Over 40 years, two British police units acted undercover to infiltrate activist groups. At least 20 of those officers deliberately targeted women and entered relationships with them. One of those women was me. This is my story.

A monthly impromptu review of the 4 towns I visited during the month for the PBS TV show with occasional guests and a few fun and interesting feature segments!

By following the struggle for survival of one small-town hospital, and the patients who walk, or are carried, through its doors, The Hospital takes listeners into the world of the American medical industry in a way no audiobook has done before. Americans are dying sooner, and living in poorer health. Alexander argues that no plan will solve America’s health crisis until the deeper causes of that crisis are addressed.

Small Town Whispers is a storytelling podcast where history and the paranormal meet under the glow of the porchlight. Season One, Watseka Wonder, explores the chilling 19th-century case of possession and exorcism that haunted my hometown of Watseka, Illinois. I first discovered the story as a twelve-year-old when I read the book Watseka: America's Most Extraordinary Case of Possession and Exorcism by David St. Clair. Now, I return to share those haunting pages alongside small-town legends, ghost stories, and folklore submitted by listeners like you.

This podcast is for people who work at or are members of a small town church.

This year, the Rural Development Institute (RDI) is working with students from the Master of Arts in Rural Development program to host the Small Towns, Big Stories Podcast. This series will be created in preparation for the 2025 Canadian Rural Revitalization Foundation (CRRF) Foundations for the Future of Rural Conference. Throughout the summer, we will be traveling across the Westman region of Manitoba to engage with community leaders and discuss rural realities in terms of community development. More specifically, we want to share personal perceptions on how communities are engaging in data.

In the fall of 1973, the Greek oil shipping magnate Aristotle Onassis, husband of President John F. Kennedy's widow, Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis, and arguably the richest man in the world, proposed to build an oil refinery on the New Hampshire coast, in the town of Durham. But three women vehemently opposed the project. Small Town, Big Oil is the story of how the residents of Durham, led by three women, out-organized, out-witted, and out-maneuvered the governor, media, and Onassis cartel to hand the powerful Greek billionaire the most humiliating defeat of his business career.

The world is changing... this is obvious. With higher concentrations of people in big cities, and the steeper competition and higher real estate prices that go along with this, smaller cities and towns naturally lose attention. It's time to reclaim that attention.There is untapped beauty in smaller populations. Small town voices will now come to the forefront, allowing us to gain perspective and emotional intelligence in the process. From business and community leaders to entrepreneurs to health experts and beyond, this guest centred conversational hub is here to represent the big lives ...

The podcast where the heart of small-town life beats loud and clear. Each week, we dive into the real stories behind the challenges and successes of living in a tight-knit community.

Two friends talk about life, sports, philosophy, other topics from a small town perspective.

Just because you are from a small town, doesn't mean that you have to have small ideas. We talk issues affecting rural and agricultural communities, technology, sports, leadership, and everything in-between. A project of the Wibaux FFA chapter.

Do you love your small town? So do we. Ours happens to be Nolensville, TN. And it happens to be home that special brand of small town charm that involves nonstop political scandal, underhanded rumor campaigns, crooked developers, fearmongering government officials, former government officals out for revenge, lawsuits, and more... Join Chris, Daniel, and Mike as they discuss this very unique version of Small Town Charm. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Each episode of Small Town Spotlight focuses on a different small town in Northeast Texas, uncovering its unique charm, rich history, local attractions, and the stories of the people who call it home. The show blends travel tips, storytelling, and personal interviews to paint a vivid picture of the region’s hidden gems.

Nick and Jenny aspire to create a local community built on positivity and growth. This podcast is all about Johnstown and the people who make it great.

Everyone is trying their best to survive, live or thrive. In this marathon ( and not a sprint !) called life, we need relatable people. I created this podcast for younger me and all the young girls and women my age. I would love to create a safe small space where I'll share with you my mistakes, my plans and my tips in the most realistic way possible. I'm in no means, a connoisseur, but I'll make sur to ask,learn and deliver. Come join the ride Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Just some Small Town Talk with Jaimie and Eric Gouge in Edmonds, WA. We are going to go over all things local in Edmonds, from food to real estate; we are going to talk about it all.

Go inside the stories of the documentary series Small Town Comeback. This original series, filmed in Vernal, Utah, follows a small town revitalizing its downtown to bring back its Main Street charm. Documentary director, Becca Summers, speaks with locals from the film about what it takes to create a thriving Downtown and diversify their economy. Their stories explore how innovation, grit, and community are crucial for rural success.

Small Town Queer explores the rich tapestry of Tweed's LGBTQIA+ history from the early 1900s to the present. Uncovering local stories of sexual liberation, love, activism, discrimination, defiance, performance, spaces, places and local business.The Museum is collaborating with Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Intersex, Asexual (LGBTQIA+) and Ally community members to collect, share, and preserve the histories of Tweed's many and varied queer voices.Listen to those voices in these podcast episodes as we interview participants. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more ...

Join host, Bryce Hall, as she explores the fascinating facets of life in the small town of Colonial Beach, VA. Bryce offers fresh insights with humor and heart. With occasional appearances from intriguing guests, the podcast offers a delightful mix of stories, ideas, meaningful dialogue and inspiration. Tune in for a little bit of everything—because small town life is this and that!