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When the bodies of two Black men were found sitting with a crackpipe in a parked car in a rundown section of town in 1994, it seemed just another day in Kansas City, Kansas. The swift arrest and conviction of a seventeen-year-old Black kid from a broken home raised no eyebrows either. And yet, thirty years later, Lamonte McIntyre would prove to be the David that took down the Goliath of corruption that had long controlled the city’s power structure and enveloped the city’s justice system.

God is constantly doing amazing things in Rutherford County North Carolina. This show is dedicated to bringing you those stories. We might live in a small town, but we serve a big God.

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.

Welcome to Midwest Small-Town Where to Go, Stay, and Play in the Midwest We’re on a mission to uncover the charm, character, and hidden gems of small-town America—one Midwest town at a time. Through engaging videos and our companion podcast, we take you on the road to explore unique places to visit, stay, eat, and experience across the Heartland. But we’re more than just travel guides. At Midwest Small-Town, we believe the future of America is found in its small towns. Our real passion is to inspire people to “Go Small and Come Home”—whether that means planning your next weekend ...

An extension and discussion point for the Facebook group Forest Park Town Hall. Added context, important topics, guests and more for the nearly 10k strong on FPTH.

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Unfiltered Greatness is for men who didn’t fail…they just outgrew the life that once defined them.Hosted by former professional athlete and entrepreneur Tanqueray “Tango” Towns, this podcast is for former athletes, high performers, and driven men who feel lost after the structure disappears, the lights go out, and the identity they built their life on no longer fits.If you’ve ever asked:Who am I without the jersey, the title, or the grind?Why do I feel restless, muted, or behind even though I’m capable?Why does discipline come easy in training but hard in life?This show is for ...

Audio versions of your favorite Town Square Television Shows, including SportsZone and Town Square Talk.

Set in the Potteries area of Staffordshire, England, this gripping tale follows Anna Tellwright, the daughter of a wealthy yet tyrannical father whose strict control extends even to her spiritual life within the Methodist church. After marrying the charming and respectable Henry, Anna seeks to break free from her fathers oppressive grasp. However, her desire to assist Willy, the troubled son of her fathers bankrupt business partner, leads her into a web of challenges and moral dilemmas that test her resolve.

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.

Sundown Towns examines thousands of all-white American towns that were - and still are, in some instances - racially exclusive by design.

Often overshadowed by San Francisco, its larger and more glamorous twin, Oakland has a fascinating history of its own. From serving as a major transportation hub to forging a dynamic manufacturing sector, by the mid-twentieth century Oakland had become the urban center of the East Bay. Hella Town focuses on how political deals, economic schemes, and technological innovations fueled this emergence but also seeded the city's postwar struggles.

From the author of #1 New York Times bestseller American Tragedy. Nothing written about the death of JonBenet Ramsey can possibly prepare the listener for the revelations in this audiobook. Here, acclaimed writer Lawrence Schiller reveals for the first time the uncensored true story of the...

***NATIONAL BEST SELLER*** A vivid, surprising portrait of the civic and economic reinvention taking place in America, town by town and generally out of view of the national media. A realistically positive and provocative view of the country between its coasts. For the last five years, James and...

Strong Towns: A Bottom-Up Revolution to Build American Prosperity is a book of forward-thinking ideas that breaks with modern wisdom to present a new vision of urban development in the United States. Presenting the foundational ideas of the Strong Towns movement he cofounded, Charles Marohn explains why cities of all sizes continue to struggle to meet their basic needs, and reveals the new paradigm that can solve this longstanding problem.

In April 1938, Swift River Valley residents held a farewell ball to mark the demise of the quintessential New England town of Enfield and its three smaller neighbors, Greenwich, Dana, and Prescott. The Commonwealth of Massachusetts sacrificed these three towns to build the Quabbin, a massive reservoir of drinking water for residents of Boston. Three prominent residents attended the somber occasion.

Town Board with Nick Hunter pulls back the curtain on what it really takes to run for local office in Webster, NY. Follow first‑time candidate, dad of three, and lifelong creative Nick Hunter as he chronicles each step—from party endorsements and petition drives to door‑knocking blunders, policy deep‑dives, and the inevitable curveballs of small‑town politics. Whether you’re a civic‑curious neighbor, an aspiring candidate, or just love a behind‑the‑scenes story, you’ll get candid reflections, actionable tips, and the occasional musical‑theater cameo—all in under 20 ...

Over the past several years, Hardwick, Vermont, a typical hardscrabble farming community of three thousand residents, has jump-started its economy and redefined its self-image through a local, self-sustaining food system unlike anything else in America.

The story of a year-long confrontation in 1972 between the Vancouver police and the Clark Park gang, a band of unruly characters who ruled the city's east side. Corrupt cops, hapless criminals, and murder figure in this story that questions which gang was tougher: the petty criminals or the police themselves.