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Penny University Pre'Cents'Nobody Asked Us But...' Episode Six: FaithLifelong friends share loads of experiences & wisdom, and these friends love to share. Want to listen in on a conversation? Deborah Pfingston and Vicki Boswell can make you laugh or cause you to think. Between the two of them they have a lot of life to share. When they get together they cure the world's woes and learn new stuff. Do they always agree? Nope. Do they always care and have a positive outlook? Yep. Please listen in and enjoy.
Send your thoughts, suggestions, or questions to PennyUniversity@protonmail.com2021-04-1250 min
Penny University Pre'CentsNobody Asked Us But...'Episode Five: The Great Electronic Divide'Lifelong friends have loads of experiences & wisdom, and these friends love to share. Want to listen in on a conversation? Deborah Pfingston and Vicki Boswell can make you laugh or cause you to think. Between the two of them they have a lot of life to share. When they get together they cure the world's woes and learn new stuff. Do they always agree? Nope. Do they always care and have a positive outlook? Yep. Please listen in and enjoy.
Send your thoughts, suggestions, or questions to PennyUniversity@protonmail.com2021-03-2152 min
Penny University Pre'CentsNobody Asked Us But... 'Episode Four: And Now TV'Lifelong friends have loads of experiences & wisdom, and these friends love to share. Want to listen in on a conversation? Deborah Pfingston and Vicki Boswell can make you laugh or cause you to think. Between the two of them they have a lot of life to share. When they get together they cure the world's woes and learn new stuff. Do they always agree? Nope. Do they always care and have a positive outlook? Yep. Please listen in and enjoy.
Vicki's Recommendations:
The Expanse: Prime Video
...2021-02-1452 min
Penny University Pre'CentsNobody Asked Us But... 'Episode Three: Christmas Stories and New Year Traditions'Lifelong friends have loads of experiences & wisdom, and these friends love to share. Want to listen in on a conversation? Deborah Pfingston and Vicki Boswell can make you laugh or cause you to think. Between the two of them they have a lot of life to share. When they get together they cure the world's woes and learn new stuff. Do they always agree? Nope. Do they always care and have a positive outlook? Yep. Please listen in and enjoy.
Christmas Video from Episode Three - 'Christmas According to Kids...2020-12-2927 min
Penny University Pre'CentsNobody Asked Us But... 'Episode Two: Podcasts Really'Lifelong friends have loads of experiences & wisdom, and these friends love to share. Want to listen in on a conversation? Deborah Pfingston and Vicki Boswell can make you laugh or cause you to think. Between the two of them they have a lot of life to share. When they get together they cure the world's woes and learn new stuff. Do they always agree? Nope. Do they always care and have a positive outlook? Yep. Please listen in and enjoy.
Vicki's Podcasts:
“Sway” hosted by Kara Swisher
2020-11-2800 min
Penny University Pre'Cents'Nobody Asked Us But...' Episode One: Introduction & BooksWant to listen in on a conversation between lifelong friends? Deborah Pfingston and Vicki Boswell can make you laugh or cause you to think. Between the two of them they have a lot of life to share. When they get together they cure the world's woes and learn new stuff. Do they always agree? Nope. Do they always care and have a positive outlook? Yep. Please listen in and enjoy.
Vicki's Books:
Bonhoeffer: Pastor, Martyr, Prophet, Spy by Eric Metaxas
Unorthodox: The Scandalous Rejection of my Hasidic...2020-11-0900 min
Penny University Pre'CentsBackbone of the Band - the Drummer - Percussive EpilogueDeborah Pfingston and Michael Bruce Thompson share their final conversation on 'Backbone of the Band - the Drummer'. War Drums to 'who would have guessed they played the drums', Deborah and Michael laugh, talk and sadly finish their conversation.
Note that all of the music you have been listening to in these episodes has Michael on the drum throne. At the end of each episode the remainder of the song is played - give it a listen.
If you have any questions or comments for Deborah or Michael - please email...2020-10-1200 min
Penny University Pre'CentsBackbone of the Band - the Drummer: Drums are HealingDeborah Pfingston and Michael Bruce Thompson talk about their experiences with the healing properties of drumming. Drums can heal your heart and soul. Listen, then pick up some sticks and heal.
Note that all of the music you have been listening to in these episodes has Michael on the drum throne. At the end of each episode the remainder of the song is played - give it a listen.
If you have any questions or comments for Deborah, Michael or Bryan - please email PennyUniversity@protonmail.com.
Please listen...2020-09-2045 min
Penny University Pre'CentsBackbone of the Band - the Drummer: Marching Band is CoolListen to Deborah Pfingston and Michael Bruce Thompson talk with their special guest Bryan Harris. Is Marching Band really cool? How does it help young people? Is there really a marching world out there? Find out about drum corps and more.
Note that all of the music you have been listening to in these episodes has Michael on the drum throne. At the end of each episode the remainder of the song is played - give it a listen.
If you have any questions or comments for Deborah, Michael or...2020-08-2456 min
Penny University Pre'CentsBackbone of the Band - the Drummer - Episode Two: A Brief History and More..."Listen to Deborah Pfingston and Michael Bruce Thompson discuss a very brief history on this amazing instrument. Not only is the history interesting, but the 'more' in our title is even 'more' :).
Note that all of the music you have been listening to in these episodes has Michael on the drum throne.
If you have any questions or comments for Deborah or Michael please email PennyUniversity@protonmail.com.
As in Episode One, 'Who is Michael Bruce Thompson', here in Episode Two any one that we mention you can fine their...2020-08-1650 min
Penny University Pre'CentsBackbone of the Band - the Drummer - Episode One: Who is Michael Bruce ThompsonWho is Michael Bruce Thompson? Why the drums? Listen to his story; from the underground music scene, of his hometown, to playing in front of 30,000 people with a 30 minute notice. He is open and honest, you feel his love for this primal instrument. Start your drum lessons here with Deborah Pfingston and Micheal. Please listen to the music being played throughout this whole episode. It is Michael and MegaTera Formally Bueno. The title is 'The Brubs'.
In Episode One, Michael mentions some people that really ignited his passion and drove...2020-08-0346 min
Penny University Pre'CentsA Torn Heart: Loss of a Child - Episode Five: Deborah Pfingston 'My Treasure'Deborah Pfingston shares of her loss. She lost her son, Andrew Sterling Ashcraft, on June 30th, 2013. He was a wildland firefighter and lost his life along with the crew of the Granite Mountain Hotshots. It was a very public loss. But that is not what she shares here. Deborah shares a short story when her faith was put to the ultimate test. Is heaven for real?
Deborah's story was part of a video series done by Melodee Tonti - https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=DVM94otG0D0&feature...2020-06-0130 min
Penny University Pre'CentsA Torn Heart: Loss of a Child - Episode Four: Janelle Snyder 'I Hope You Are Together'Janelle Snyder has had her share of heart pain. She only got to know her first child, Lincoln Everett, in the womb; he was quiet and stubborn A mother should never have to hold her child just to say, 'Good-bye.' Yet, how could this happen to a mother again; Liam Marshall was only in her arms for several weeks. All Janelle ever wanted to be was a Mom. Listen and hear how she found a place for what she was feeling. That if her hands and arms could not wrap around her...2020-05-2550 min
Penny University Pre'CentsA Torn Heart: Loss of a Child - Episode Three: Charlie Koon "She Was a Warrior"A warrior in his own right Charlie Koon lost his daughter Jessica Nicole Koon to domestic violence. How do you survive hearing your daughter was murdered? Listen to Charlie and his powerfully tender story. A Vietnam veteran he lost his ability to cry; when he lost his brothers in the Mayaguez incident (Knife 13) he never thought he would feel again. Then he got the phone call about Jessica - listen to what happened. Charlie says, "You have to help people through life. The only way to move forward is action."
No where...2020-05-1841 min
Penny University Pre'CentsA Torn Heart: Loss of a Child - Episode Two: Jaye Lene Long "I Hope You Dance"Jaye Lene Long lost two sons, her story is moving. Her boys - men - were Travis and Brandon Selinsky (twins). Both were in the Army, both loved God, country and family. Jaye Lene experienced, "Groaning from the depths of my soul" twice. She holds to Romans 8:28 'We know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose' & Jeremiah 29:11 'For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to g...2020-05-1152 min
Penny University Pre'CentsA Torn Heart: Loss of a Child - Episode One: Jill Potter "My Beautiful Boy"Listen to Jill Potter share her story. Colin Shepard was, or dare I say is, an amazing son. Jill lost him in December of 1993. Loss is hard and not something you will heal from or get over. Jill's loss is summed up in this one line she shares, "It's never over, but don't let it defeat you."
Please listen - like us - and share. You can send any comments or questions for Deborah or Jill to Pennyuniversity@protonmail.com.
Check out our Facebook page Penny University A Podcast with Value...2020-05-0434 min
Penny University Pre'CentsMoments on Skin - Episode 7: Tattoos Last ForeverWhy does someone want to place a moment on their skin? Something that will always be there, reminding them of an event, a person, or even a thought. Listen to the final episode as Deborah Pfingston and Tony Carey discuss what they know from their different sides of the tattoo. Want to check out what faces and tattoos go with Deborah and Tony - go to Penny University's Facebook page, like us and share. If you would like to send a comment we would love to hear from you, send all comments to Pennyuniversity...2019-10-0731 min
Penny University Pre'CentsMoments on Skin - Episode 6: Hold FastWhy does someone want to place a moment on their skin? Something that will always be there, reminding them of an event, a person, or even a thought. Listen as Deborah Pfingston and Tony Carey discuss what they know from their different sides of the tattoo.
In Episode Six, Deborah heads over to Hold Fast. Tony gets a diamond tattoo. This tattoo has a lot of meaning. First, Tony lives in Diamond Valley, Arizona. Second, Andrew - Deborah's son, had a diamond tattoo because he grew up in Diamond Valley, Arizona...2019-09-1532 min
Penny University Pre'CentsMoments on Skin - Episode 5: Caged TattoosWhy does someone want to place a moment on their skin? Something that will always be there, reminding them of an event, a person, or even a thought. Listen as Deborah Pfingston and Tony Carey discuss what they know from their different sides of the tattoo.
In Episode Five, Deborah and Tony talk with Danny Hilton. Danny is a Mixed Martial Arts fighter, artist, friend and, of course, covered in tattoos. Truly a present day renaissance man. What do some of his tattoos mean? He once wanted to be a tattoo...2019-09-0340 min
Penny University Pre'CentsMoments on Skin - Episode 4: Tattooed LadiesWhy does someone want to place a moment on their skin? Something that will always be there, reminding them of an event, a person, or even a thought. Listen as Deborah Pfingston and Tony Carey discuss what they know from their different sides of the tattoo.
In Episode Four, Deborah and Tony talk with Lindsey Parker and Adrienne Carey. Lindsey is a high school English teacher and several of her tattoo reflect her love for literature. Adrienne is, also, a high school teacher (the sciences), a Roller Derby girl, and Tony's wife. ...2019-08-2553 min
Penny University Pre'CentsMoments on Skin - Episode 3: Warriors Get TattoosWhy does someone want to place a moment on their skin? Something that will always be there, reminding them of an event, a person, or even a thought. Listen as Deborah Pfingston and Tony Carey discuss what they know from their different sides of the tattoo.
In Episode Three, Deborah and Tony talk with Andrew Myers and T.J. Ashcraft II. Andrew, a veteran, has some unique tattoos that exemplify so much for him. T.J., currently serving in the Army, has tattoos that speak through their design. Why did they get...2019-08-1945 min
Penny University Pre'CentsMoments on Skin - Episode 2: A Brief History - Tattoos are Old Why does someone want to place a moment on their skin? Something that will always be there, reminding them of an event, a person, or even a thought. Listen as Deborah Pfingston and Tony Carey discuss what they know from their different sides of the tattoo.
Episode Two is all about the history. Tattooing actually has a very long history, so Deborah and Tony just skim the surface. Plus, there are many different styles of tattooing too :). Tony mentions a friend, Fade FX, who is a world renowned tattoo artist...2019-08-1246 min
Penny University Pre'CentsMoments on Skin - Episode 1: Why Do Some of Us Get TattoosWhy does someone want to place a moment on their skin? Something that will always be there, reminding them of an event, a person, or even a thought. Listen as Deborah Pfingston and Tony Carey discuss what they know from their different sides of the tattoo. Want to check out what faces and tattoos go with Deborah and Tony - go to Penny University's Facebook page, like us and share. If you would like to send a comment we would love to hear from you, send all comments to Pennyuniversity@protonmail.com. Enjoy listening...2019-08-0536 min
Penny University Pre'CentsOur Investigation, Our Truth - Episode 10: Thank YouDeborah Pfingston, Andrew Ashcraft's Mom, and Doug Harwood, Granite Mountain Hotshot Alumni, bring to an end the discussion revolving around what happened on and after June 30th, 2013. Deborah and Doug know the truth was not told. What they discovered and what they know has been revealed in this Penny University series. They put their pain on hold, so others will hear what really happened.
There has been a lot of listeners emailing. Deborah and Doug thought they would let you read a small sample of some great ideas from a...2019-05-1142 min
Penny University Pre'CentsOur Investigation, Our Truth - Episode 9: Whose Taking the Risk Deborah Pfingston, Andrew Ashcraft's Mom, and Doug Harwood, Granite Mountain Hotshot Alumni, continue the discussion of changes that should happen after June 30th, 2013 - with the big three changes that should and need to happen. Joined by three special guests hear the great discussion on changes or the need for changes.
Deborah and Doug know the truth was not told. What they discovered and what they know is revealed in this Penny University series. They put their pain on hold, so others will hear what really happened.
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Penny University Pre'CentsOur Investigation, Our Truth - Episode 8: Your Changes, Our ChangesDeborah Pfingston, Andrew Ashcraft's Mom, and Doug Harwood, Granite Mountain Hotshot Alumni, start the discussion of changes that should happen after June 30th, 2013. When they lost their loved ones and friends. Some of the changes came from you, the listeners. Some of the changes are from Deborah and Doug after their investigation. This is the only major loss of life that has produced no changes at all! Could it be because there is a huge cover up of truth? Could it be because changes cost money and money carries more weight than life...2019-04-2444 min
Penny University Pre'CentsOur Investigation, Our Truth - Episode 7: THE Granite Mountain HotshotsDeborah Pfingston, Andrew Ashcraft's Mom, and Doug Harwood, Granite Mountain Hotshot Alumni, along with Chief Darrell Willis, Retired Prescott Fire Chief, share with you the true history of the Granite Mountain Hotshots. This is the true history, not the loosely based history shown of the Granite Mountain crew presented in "Only the Brave". From why they existed - to how wildland/urban interface communities should have a crew just like them this is a must listen to episode. Please listen to this fantastic discussion with those who were there.
https://www...2019-04-151h 01
Penny University Pre'CentsOur Investigation, Our Truth - Episode 6: Hiking the PathDeborah Pfingston, Andrew Ashcraft's Mom, and Doug Harwood, Granite Mountain Hotshot Alumni continue the discussion of what happened after June 30th, 2013. They lost their loved ones and friends. They know the truth was not told. What they discovered and what they know is revealed. Deborah and Doug put their pain on hold, so others will hear what really happened.
As promised here are the audio recordings discussed in this episode. This audio found by Holly Neill proves there was no 33- minute gap. You can hear Eric Marsh...2019-04-0843 min
Penny University Pre'CentsOur Investigation, Our Truth - Episode 5: Heartbreak, Frustration, AngerIn this episode you will take the next step with Deborah Pfingston, Andrew Ashcraft's Mom, and Doug Harwood, Granite Mountain Hotshot Alumni. The discussion continues. The crew is dead, what happened. How did 19 men die, what were the families told, what lies are still believed, hear how some refused to accept the SAIR and searched for the truth. Deborah and Doug had to put their pain on hold, they had to seek the truth. Listen to how they fought, and still fight, to dig a line against the lies presented by a investigation that was...2019-03-311h 10
Penny University Pre'CentsOur Investigation, Our Truth - Episode 4: All the Dominoes Line Up to TragedyWhat occur between the hour of 3:45 pm and 4:45 pm June 30, 2013? The Department of Forestry does not want the truth revealed. Their cover up was published as the Serious Accident Investigation Report (SAIR - https://dffm.az.gov/yarnell-hill-report-available). Arizona Division of Occupational Safety and Health report tried their best to discover what happened (ADOSH - http://www.npstc.org/download.jsp?tableId=37&column=217&id=2944). Yet, they even missed some key discoveries. Deborah Pfingston and Doug Harwood, through their investigation and diligence, pull back the shadow. They discuss the gross...2019-03-1856 min
Penny University Pre'CentsOur Investigation, Our Truth - Episode 3: Command or Lack of Command Arrives on the FireEpisode Three describes the events from Sunday, June 30, 2013. This was a very chaotic day. This episode will deal with what occurred up until 1530 (3:30 pm), approximately one hour prior to the Granite Mountain crew's tragic death. Deborah and Doug want to make it clear how wrong and misleading the Department of Forestry and Fire Management Serious Accident Investigation Report on the Yarnell Hill Fire (SAIR - https://dffm.az.gov/yarnell-hill-report-available) is.
If you have not listen to Episodes One & Two, please take the time to do so prior to listening...2019-03-0158 min
Penny University Pre'CentsOur Investigation, Our Truth - Episode 2: A Game of Catch Up - Fire WinsOur Investigation, Our Truth Episode Two: A Game of Catch Up - Fire Wins. Deborah Pfingston, Andrew Ashcraft's Mom, and Doug Harwood, Granite Mountain Hotshot Alumni, continue the conversation on what happened to the Granite Mountain Hotshot crew in Yarnell, Arizona. What led to their tragic deaths and who continues to hide the truth.
Listen to the discussion as they explain what transpired on Saturday, June 29, 2013. The day before the crew was lost. Deborah and Doug are passionate about getting the truth out. Using the Serious Accident Investigation Report (SAIR - wildfiretoday...2019-02-1742 min
Penny University Pre'CentsOur Investigation, Our Truth - Episode 1: WhyThe very first episode of 'Our Investigation, Our Truth!' Deborah Pfingston and Doug Harwood explain why they are working, with Penny University, to get the truth out about what happened June 30, 2013 in Yarnell, Arizona. Listen to the discussion as they explain 'why' they conducted their own personal investigation. Using the Serious Accident Investigation Report (SAIR - https://wildfiretoday.com/documents/Yarnell_Hill_Fire_report.pdf ), Arizona Department of Safety & Health Investigation (ADOSH - https://cryptome.org/2013/12/yarnell-hill-fire-13-1204.pdf), interviews, personal experiences and more to find out what happened to the crew. They lost their loved ones in this traged...2019-02-0437 min