Best Raegan Podcasts (2025)

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Grateful, Rested, & Ready: Holiday Message from Me 19:05

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Would love to hear your thoughts! It’s my final episode before a three-week holiday break! 🦃✨ I’m checking in about how Thanksgiving went and sharing a little plea: as you spread holiday cheer, please share this podcast with someone who might need it. This break feels especially meaningful this year. For the first time in a long time, I get to enjo…

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K-Drama School – Ep 202: You and Everything Else and Pasties with Raegan Niemela 1:37:22

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[Spoiler Alert] Grace has two upcoming shows. One is in Brooklyn at Crystal Lake on December 1st at 7:30PM. The next one is on December 18th at Sugar Maple in Milwaukee. Grace’s Thanksgiving weekend was packed. She went saltwater fishing where she proceeded to throw-up for 4 hours straight and attended her 20th year high school reunion and was plea…

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Holiday Manners with Mister Manners 1:07:38

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Would love to hear your thoughts! Just in time for Thanksgiving, etiquette expert Thomas Farley — aka Mister Manners — joins me to tackle those tricky holiday moments we all face. From awkward dinner conversations to unexpected family drama, he shares how to handle it all with grace. Plus, the surprising story behind how he became Mister Manners… a…

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K-Drama School – Ep 201: Bon Appetit Your Majesty and Light with Jason Kutz 1:21:36

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[Spoiler Alert] Grace has a couple of show date announcements: On Monday, December 1st at 7:30PM, she’s performing at Crystal Lake in Brooklyn, New York for the Not a Boy Not a Girl Comedy Show. On Thursday, December 18th at 8PM she’s performing at The Sugar Maple in Milwaukee, Wisconsin for the Hotties Only Comedy Show. See you there. Today’s epis…

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Martinis with Medgie: Birthday Sips 26:41

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Would love to hear your thoughts! This special Birthday Episode begins the only way it should: with the gentle clink of my favorite gin martini. I share the recipe (because tradition!) and invite you into a little “Martinis with Medgie” moment. From there, I open up about how I’m celebrating this year, the rituals that ground me, and what the last …

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K-Drama School - Ep 200: The Prescriptive Role of K-Drama Rom-Coms with Min Joo Lee 1:18:37

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Grace has a few tour dates to announce. She will be giving a book talk on K-Drama School: A Pop Culture Inquiry into Why We Love Korean Television at Hudson Valley Books for Humanity in New York on November 21st at 5PM and another at Big Red Books in New York on November 22nd at 2PM. She’s performing at Not a Girl Not a Boy Comedy Show at Crystal L…

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A Visit with Santa Claus 48:08

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Would love to hear your thoughts! This week, I chat with Tom Dubreuil — better known as Santa Claus in my hometown of Bethlehem, Pennsylvania — also known as “Christmas City, USA.” From a career in education to donning the red suit, Tom shares how he became Santa, what he learned at Santa School, and how he handles the toughest questions from curio…

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K-Drama School – Ep 199: Virtuous Business and White Dr. Phil with Breanne Whilhite 1:47:03

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[Spoiler Alert] Grace discusses the show Virtuous Business (2025, JTBC) written by Choi Bo-rim and directed by Jo Woong, starring Kim So-yeon. She unpacks the brief history of how Western sex toys entered the South Korean market and compares facts with what was stated in the monologue by Ra Mi-ran’s cameo appearance in the pilot episode. Grace give…

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Live Shots & Mental Health: What Happens Off Camera 1:15:42

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Would love to hear your thoughts! Ever wonder what happens when two reporters get together? Meet my work bestie, Janice Yu — my ride-or-die through the highs and lows of life in TV news. From competing stations to running the NYC Marathon together, we’ve seen it all. In this honest conversation, Janice opens up about mental health, the pressures of…

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When Your Husband's Scandal Leads The News 1:19:01

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Would love to hear your thoughts! This episode will make your jaw drop. Marisa Burke was the top news anchor in her city — until her husband’s scandal became the breaking story on her own newscast. I was a reporter in that newsroom when it all unfolded. In this interview, Marisa reveals what really happened behind the scenes — a side few ever saw. …

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It’s Not the Knockout. It’s the Comeback. 1:07:12

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Would love to hear your thoughts! Language Disclaimer: In sharing her story, my guest uses some strong language to express what she’s been through. It’s powerful, emotional, and real. Christina Thompson has faced loss, layoffs, and two cancers — but she refuses to let any of it define her. Each hit only pushed her to rise higher. Her motto says it …

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Forecasting a New Life 57:49

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Would love to hear your thoughts! She left the bright lights of TV with nothing lined up—only the pull of family and faith that it was time. My friend and fellow meteorologist, Crystal Egger, joins me to share how she trusted the unknown and ended up building a weather company that specializes in risk management. We laugh, we reflect, and we dive i…

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Bald and BADASS 37:23

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Would love to hear your thoughts! In this deeply personal episode, I talk with my college best friend, Leah Attruia, who lost all her hair to alopecia during the pandemic. For someone who loved styling her hair, the sudden loss was devastating. It took years for Leah to process, grieve, and finally accept her new reality. Along the way, she asked t…

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Cozy Catch-Up | My Nook, Hawaii & Fresh Perspective 40:43

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Would love to hear your thoughts! This week’s episode is a little different—it’s casual, cozy, and conversational. I’m inviting you into my podcast nook, recapping my trip to Hawaii, and sharing the surprising lessons that stuck with me. It’s the kind of episode that feels like we’re just catching up—nothing polished, nothing scripted, just a real …

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Facing Trauma, Finding Focus 53:26

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Would love to hear your thoughts! In this episode, I sit down with a photographer whose journey is one of survival, resilience, and reinvention. Growing up in a turbulent home, he moved to NYC to pursue modeling, which eventually led him to become a self-taught photographer. Through candid conversation, he shares how confronting past trauma, asking…

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K-Drama School – Ep 198: Our Unwritten Seoul and Background Actors with Dean Evans 1:28:33

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[Spoiler Alert] Grace discusses the show Our Unwritten Seoul (2025, tvN) starring Park Bo-young, Park Jin-young and Ryu Kyung-soo, written by Lee Kang and directed by Park Shin-woo. Grace discusses the tremendous actresses on this show including Park Bo-young, Kim Sun-young and Jang Young-nam, and what they bring to their performances. Grace’s book…

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From Wall Street to Wellness 45:08

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Would love to hear your thoughts! My friend Lynn Mull left a long career in banking after life-altering turbulence—a cancer diagnosis in her family and the shocking loss of a beloved boss. Now a life coach, Lynn is weaving her finance background into her practice, helping people move forward with both purpose and a financial plan to succeed. For mo…

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School Psychology to Sound Healing 42:48

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Would love to hear your thoughts! A chance meeting at the salon turned into a powerful conversation. Once a school psychologist, she walked away from the career she loved and found her true calling in sound healing. Her comeback story brings her back to helping kids on a deeper level—and at the end of this episode, she shares a live sound bowl sess…

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Hometown Huddle Episode 21 - Ryan Christensen and Mike Noftle 49:32

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Tonight we sat down with Ryan Christensen and Mike Noftle, the voices behind Royal SD Live. Since 2006, Mike and Ryan have been broadcasting the Royal Knights' football games starting with audio only broadcasts in the early years. Over the past 20 years, they have been instrumental in bringing Royal Football to people all over the country and the w…

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Gratitude Pod + What’s Next 13:20

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Would love to hear your thoughts! This episode is all about gratitude. I’m thanking YOU—my listeners and viewers—for your love and support, and giving a glimpse of what’s next for Unscripted Turbulence with Raegan Medgie. From creating a cozy podcast nook to sharing more solo episodes, I want you to know me on a deeper level. Thanks for flying thro…

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Hometown Huddle Episode 20 - Jens Jensen 1:07:39

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Tonight we had the opportunity to sit down with our head boys and girls soccer coach, Jens Jensen. Jens grew on the west side of Washington playing soccer on muddy fields and astroturf. He went on to play at Ricks College and BYU Hawaii before settling down in Royal City where he is about to kick off his 21st season at the helm of the Lady Knights …

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Sheri’s Victory: 4 Years Cancer-Free 40:18

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Would love to hear your thoughts! This episode is extra special. My dear friend, wedding planner Sheri Israel, joins me to share her journey of resilience and courage. Just as the pandemic shut down her business, Sheri was blindsided with a breast cancer diagnosis—only months after a clear mammogram. Today, she celebrates 4 years cancer-free. 🎉 In …

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K-Drama School – Ep 197: Heavenly Ever After and Orange Mini Cooper with DJ BP Lar 1:21:11

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[Spoiler Alert] Grace discusses the show Heavenly Ever After (2025, JTBC) starring Kim Hye-Ja and Son Suk-ku, written by Lee Nam-kyu and Kim Su-jin and directed by Kim Sok-yun. Grace’s guest is the very talented Madison-based DJ BP Lar (@djbplar on Instagram). They discuss almost burning B’s house down with a tortilla and feeling like a hero immedi…

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Hometown Huddle Episode 19 - Wiley Allred and Jeremy Scroggins 56:08

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Welcome back to the Hometown Huddle podcast after a brief hiatus. Tonight on the eve of the 2025 football season, we are sitting down with Wiley Allred and Jeremy Scroggins. Enjoy listening in on our conversation about their journey from their time as Royal Knight football players to college football players to high school coaches.…

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The Angel in the Elevator: Meeting Godwink Dana 46:53

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Would love to hear your thoughts! Have you ever met someone who showed up at the exact moment you needed them most? I call them “angel people.” In this episode of Unscripted Turbulence, I introduce you to my new friend — “Godwink Dana.” After my very first podcast recording, I was exhausted, doubting myself, and ready to give up. Then, in a chance …

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Ep 3: The Day I Signed Off for Good at WABC 36:25

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Would love to hear your thoughts! The raw truth behind my last day at WABC. I share two unfiltered vlog clips from that morning, read my heartfelt on-air farewell letter, and walk you through the emotional rollercoaster of saying goodbye. You’ll hear what it was like to step out of the studio for the final time, the behind-the-scenes reactions from…

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Ep 2: The Call That Changed Everything 29:07

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Would love to hear your thoughts! I was content at WABC—until I wasn’t. This episode shares the moment I realized I was no longer being elevated, the heartbreak that followed, and the call that changed everything. I even take you back to that exact day with a raw iPhone video I recorded in real time. New Episodes Take Off Wednesdays! Follow for lif…

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Ep 1: Chased the Dream. Survived the Turbulence. 17:15

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Would love to hear your thoughts! I didn’t just land at WABC—I fought my way there. In the premiere of Unscripted Turbulence, I spill the unfiltered story of my climb through TV news: the grind, the gut-punches, and the grit it took to get to NYC. New Episodes Take Off Wednesdays! Follow for life beyond the podcast: Instagram | TikTok | Facebook Wa…

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Trailer: Unscripted Turbulence 4:43

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Would love to hear your thoughts! Have you ever hit a point where you knew—you just can’t keep doing this anymore? I did. I'm Raegan Medgie and after two decades in TV news, I walked away to figure out what’s next. This podcast is my leap into the unknown—starting with my own story of reinvention in my 40s. Welcome to Unscripted Turbulence—bold con…

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Making Art from What Hurts with Coven Dove 1:00:12

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Toya sits down with artist Coven Dove (Charlie Tuckness) to explore the story behind her transformative new album Clarity. In this heartfelt episode, they discuss the healing power of music, navigating grief, reclaiming self-worth, and embracing spiritual symbolism. Tune in for an inspiring conversation about creativity, empowerment, and building c…

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Fears and Fantasies with Darryl Crews 58:50

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In this episode, Darryl Crews shares the story behind his debut album, Fears and Fantasies, a deeply personal project five years in the making, filled with rich collaborations and cinematic visuals. Blending themes of immigration, identity, and love, Darryl reflects on his years behind the scenes and how his family legacy, multicultural roots, and …

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The Power of Collaboration with Brittany Danielle 58:44

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Toya chats with fellow Tacoma artist and organizer Brittany Danielle about how Cascade Music Alliance grew from a pandemic-era desire to uplift the local music scene. They talk collaboration, creative risks, and their mission to connect artists, including their upcoming “Tacoma Tune-In” event, Tuesday, August 19, at Wright Park from 6-8 PM.…

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Finding the Trail Back Home with Michael Jeffrey 58:10

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After deep loss and years away from music, Michael Jeffrey found his way back through songwriting. In this episode, we discuss his new album Trail Back Home, the healing power of song, and how music helped him rediscover his truth when everything else fell apart.By toyamakesmusic

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Up Tremendous with Kevy of Swavy 58:37

6M ago58:37

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In this episode of Tuesday with Toya, Kevvy of Swavy joins the show to talk about the journey from band burnout to musical revival, the instinctive creative process behind Swavy’s sound, and the joy of co-writing music that sticks. With a mix of funk, soul, and hip-hop influence, Kevvy shares insights on performing, finding your artistic voice, and…

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Coldboulder: Loosey Goosey with Lucy 59:50

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In this episode, Tacoma artist Coldboulder joins Toya to talk about Lucy, Vol. 1, an EP built for the misfits: the tracks that didn’t quite fit elsewhere but still demanded to be heard. He shares how this release became a creative container, a fan gift, and a bridge to something new. Tune in for reflections on artistic direction, letting go of perf…

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K-Drama School – Ep 196: When the Stars Gossip and an Ode to Eve with Oscar Fuentes 1:34:06

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[Spoiler Alert] Happy Pride Month! Grace discusses the show When the Stars Gossip (2025, tvN) starring Gong Hyo-jin and Lee Min-ho, written by Seo Sook-hyang and directed by Park Shin-woo. Grace wonders when a K-drama will allow a woman to have sex and get pregnant out of wedlock and not be punished by death in the end. Grace’s guest is the very ta…

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Victoria Fragoso: The Heart Behind the Mic 57:11

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In this solo episode, Victoria "Toya" Fragoso shares the story behind Tuesday with Toya — how it began, what’s evolving in Season 5, and why local music still matters. With shoutouts to longtime collaborators like Radio Tacoma, Local Roots Music NW, Cascade Music Alliance, and Momentum Musician, this heartfelt episode is a love letter to Tacoma’s c…

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K-Drama School – Ep 195: Tastefully Yours and Karaoke King with Josh Glen 1:29:07

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[Spoiler Alert] Happy Pride Month! Grace discusses the show Tastefully Yours (2025, ENA) written by Jung Soo-yoon starring Kang Ha-neul, Go Min-si, Kim Shin-rok and Yoo Su-bin directed by Park Dan-hee. Grace is impressed by Go Min-si’s transformation after her terrifying appearance in The Frog. She is also fascinated by how the show emulates Seon B…

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Leanne Wilkins: The Art of Letting Go 58:43

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In this heart-centered episode, Toya sits down with Seattle-based singer-songwriter Leanne Wilkins of Leanne Wilkins & The Weathered to explore the stories behind her April 2025 full-length release, The Art of Letting Go. Together, they reflect on motherhood, navigating grief, and how Leanne’s lush, roots-influenced sound creates space for healing …

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K-Drama School – Ep 194: When Life Gives You Tangerines and Letting Love Win with Will Franken 1:17:58

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[Spoiler Alert] Happy Pride Month! Grace discusses the show When Life Gives You Tangerines (2025, Netflix) written by Lim Sang-choon starring IU, Park Bo-gum, Moon So-ri and Park Hae-joon directed by Kim Won-seok. Grace compares the show to the Reply series and how they utilize nostalgia triggering materials and historic markers to hail Korean audi…

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Raegan Leilani: Jazz-Pop Alchemy from Tacoma 54:41

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In this episode, I talk with Raegan Leilani, a rising Tacoma artist whose jazz-infused alt-pop sound merges nostalgia, soul, and experimental edge. We explore her songwriting process, growing into a five-piece band, and the emotional development behind her live performances.By toyamakesmusic

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Hometown Huddle Episode 18 - Levi Meseberg 59:55

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Tonight we sat down with Levi Meseberg, a standout player for the 1997 State Champion baseball team here in Royal. Levi went on to play college and pro ball before coming back to Royal City where he is raising a family with his wife Kellee who was a state champion softball player for Royal as well. Join us as we hear about his experiences playing a…

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Hometown Huddle Episode 17 - Royal Softball with Lisa Lawrence, Randi Allred, and Raegan Wardenaar 57:42

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Join us as we talk all things Royal Softball with head coach Lisa Lawrence and former players-turned-coaches Randi Allred and Raegan Wardenaar. We relive the past two seasons where the Knights made it to the state finals twice and winning their first fastpitch title in 2024 to add to the other nine slowpitch titles during the 80s and 90s.…

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Hometown Huddle Episode 16 - Brandon Jenks Family 1:06:10

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Tonight we had the opportunity to sit down and chat with Brandon Jenks and his sons Kaden, Sawyer, and Ben who have all starred as football players for the Royal Knights. The Jenks boys have been at the center of 7 state championships over the past 10 years. Join with us and hear about their experiences living and playing in a small town!…

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Hometown Huddle Episode 15 - Maria Lefler 57:14

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Tonight we had the opportunity to talk to Maria Lefler who was a standout basketball player on the 1978 State Championship Girls Basketball team. Maria went on to play basketball at Eastern Washington University where she became the school's all time leading rebounder. She was inducted into the EWU Hall of Fame after going on to play semi-pro baske…

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Hometown Huddle Episode 14 - State Basketball Preview 32:33

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Tonight we preview the State Basketball tournament that the Royal Knights are playing in tomorrow. We go back to the past to hear from Caleb and Corbin about their experience playing in the tournament in 2018 and 2019. Best of luck to the Knights this weekend!By Carter Christensen

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Hometown Huddle Episode 13 - Dan Murphy 41:24

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Tonight we had the opportunity to sit down with Dan Murphy. Dan played running back for Royal in the 90s and was a key part of the '94 team that were the first to make it to the state title game. He went on to play at Central Washington University where he became the all-time leader in rushing yards and TDs for the Wildcats. We talk to him about hi…

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Hometown Huddle Episode 12 - Shirley Christensen 58:28

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Today we had the pleasure of interviewing my grandpa, Shirley Christensen. Shirley moved to the Columbia Basin in 1952 as a freshman in high school. He starred as a running back for the first ever 11-man Othello High School football team and went on to play at Brigham Young University in the late 50s. His legacy in small town athletics has been car…

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Hometown Huddle Episode 11 - Super Bowl Recap and Sports Bucket Lists 1:06:35

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We recap the super bowl and talk about our sports bucket lists. We talk about Hall of Fame nominations and ramble about the olympics.By Carter Christensen

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Hometown Huddle Episode 10 - The Wardenaars 46:49

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Tonight we had the opportunity to interview the Wardenaar family. Farrah Wardenaar is our girl's basketball head coach. She was joined by her son Grant, a sophomore leading the boy's basketball team into the district tournament, as well as Lauren and Wade, who are both in the middle of intense middle school and AAU basketball seasons. Join us as we…