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Western Wayne News PodcastJudy HuddlestonLike her parents, grandparents and great-grandparents before her, Judy Huddleston has spent her whole life actively involved in the local community. It wasn’t something she was taught, it was just “normal” life. That spirit of contributing has flowed through her career as a teacher, her volunteer work and her post-retirement role as a proofreader with […]2025-06-1623 minWestern Wayne News PodcastJudy HuddlestonLike her parents, grandparents and great-grandparents before her, Judy Huddleston has spent her whole life actively involved in the local community. It wasn’t something she was taught, it was just “normal” life. That spirit of contributing has flowed through her career as a teacher, her volunteer work and her post-retirement role as a proofreader with […]2025-06-1623 min
Western Wayne News PodcastLisa and Eric StickdornFarming roots run deep for both Lisa and Eric Stickdorn, who grew up on family farms in Ohio and Indiana. Today, the couple runs a 190-acre cattle operation known as Brookstone Terrace Farm while taking advantage of high speed internet access to run that business efficiently. In this episode of the Western Wayne News podcast, […]2025-05-2929 minWestern Wayne News PodcastLisa and Eric StickdornFarming roots run deep for both Lisa and Eric Stickdorn, who grew up on family farms in Ohio and Indiana. Today, the couple runs a 190-acre cattle operation known as Brookstone Terrace Farm while taking advantage of high speed internet access to run that business efficiently. In this episode of the Western Wayne News podcast, […]2025-05-2929 min
Western Wayne News PodcastLauralee Hites“I find that we’re the perfect size. We’re not too big, not too small. And people can find connection here.” Lauralee Hites once thought that being successful meant leaving Wayne County. Now she knows better, and in this episode of the WWN podcast she shares her story with Kate, reflecting on the importance of small […]2025-05-1220 minWestern Wayne News PodcastLauralee Hites“I find that we’re the perfect size. We’re not too big, not too small. And people can find connection here.” Lauralee Hites once thought that being successful meant leaving Wayne County. Now she knows better, and in this episode of the WWN podcast she shares her story with Kate, reflecting on the importance of small […]2025-05-1220 min
Western Wayne News PodcastDan MerkampAfter 35 years, Dan Merkamp has gotten pretty good at teaching. He went from a kid learning how to make every sound possible on a taped-together trumpet, to a young man surrounded by mentors whose wisdom has stuck with him. These days, he has stepped wholeheartedly into the role of mentor himself, and considers it […]2025-04-2828 minWestern Wayne News PodcastDan MerkampAfter 35 years, Dan Merkamp has gotten pretty good at teaching. He went from a kid learning how to make every sound possible on a taped-together trumpet, to a young man surrounded by mentors whose wisdom has stuck with him. These days, he has stepped wholeheartedly into the role of mentor himself, and considers it […]2025-04-2828 min
Western Wayne News PodcastMike EmeryMike Emery was the last man standing at another area newspaper until he joined the Western Wayne News in 2022 as a reporter and layout editor. In this episode of the WWN podcast, Kate talks with Mike how and why he became a journalist, the importance of building trust with sources, the ways layout and […]2025-04-1424 minWestern Wayne News PodcastMike EmeryMike Emery was the last man standing at another area newspaper until he joined the Western Wayne News in 2022 as a reporter and layout editor. In this episode of the WWN podcast, Kate talks with Mike how and why he became a journalist, the importance of building trust with sources, the ways layout and […]2025-04-1424 min
Western Wayne News PodcastClayton SmithClayton Smith has been an educator for more than 20 years, and is currently the Middle School Principal at Northeastern Wayne School Corporation. When he sat down with Kate on this episode of the Western Wayne News podcast, he shared his love for Wayne County and his passion for teaching the next generation about its […]2025-03-3126 minWestern Wayne News PodcastClayton SmithClayton Smith has been an educator for more than 20 years, and is currently the Middle School Principal at Northeastern Wayne School Corporation. When he sat down with Kate on this episode of the Western Wayne News podcast, he shared his love for Wayne County and his passion for teaching the next generation about its […]2025-03-3126 min
Western Wayne News PodcastLiz Ferris“The strength of a small community is knowing each other, and stepping up when someone is going through a hard time.” Liz Ferris learned this important lesson when her father got sick, and the entire town of Milton, Indiana came together to make sure his crops were brought in on time. She has taken that […]2025-03-1730 minWestern Wayne News PodcastLiz Ferris“The strength of a small community is knowing each other, and stepping up when someone is going through a hard time.” Liz Ferris learned this important lesson when her father got sick, and the entire town of Milton, Indiana came together to make sure his crops were brought in on time. She has taken that […]2025-03-1730 min
Western Wayne News PodcastElisa WorlandElisa Worland spent five years at Purdue Extension in Wayne County as a Community Development and Health & Human Sciences Educator. Her years here began in the thick of the pandemic, and were sandwiched between her time with the Peace Corps in Paraguay, and her current position at UC Santa Cruz in California. In this […]2025-02-2825 minWestern Wayne News PodcastElisa WorlandElisa Worland spent five years at Purdue Extension in Wayne County as a Community Development and Health & Human Sciences Educator. Her years here began in the thick of the pandemic, and were sandwiched between her time with the Peace Corps in Paraguay, and her current position at UC Santa Cruz in California. In this […]2025-02-2825 min
Western Wayne News PodcastIndia Cruse GriffinIn this episode of the WWN podcast, artist India Cruse Griffin talks with Kate about how culture, family and faith have shaped her work and driven her to create art that provokes emotional connection for and between people who experience it. While she calls her early creations “the art of a perfectionist,” she now uses […]2025-02-1826 minWestern Wayne News PodcastIndia Cruse GriffinIn this episode of the WWN podcast, artist India Cruse Griffin talks with Kate about how culture, family and faith have shaped her work and driven her to create art that provokes emotional connection for and between people who experience it. While she calls her early creations “the art of a perfectionist,” she now uses […]2025-02-1826 min
Western Wayne News PodcastTerri LoganTerri Logan, this week’s guest on the WWN podcast, says “art is one of our first languages.” It was certainly one of hers, growing up in Winchester, Indiana. She would go on to double major in sculpture and psychology, and then begin her professional life as an art therapist. After 12 years in private practice, […]2025-01-2825 minWestern Wayne News PodcastTerri LoganTerri Logan, this week’s guest on the WWN podcast, says “art is one of our first languages.” It was certainly one of hers, growing up in Winchester, Indiana. She would go on to double major in sculpture and psychology, and then begin her professional life as an art therapist. After 12 years in private practice, […]2025-01-2825 min
Western Wayne News PodcastKate JetmoreIt’s time to get to know your podcast host a little better! On this episode of the Western Wayne News podcast, WWN publisher Chris Hardie turns the tables and sits down with Kate Jetmore to talk about her history in Wayne County, her years performing on tour and in New York City, and how her […]2025-01-1647 min
Western Wayne News PodcastSontina ReidIn this episode of the WWN podcast, Kate talks with artist, traveler and teacher Sontina Reid about her creative process, how she aims to bring order out of chaos, where she finds hope and inspiration, and the importance of speaking the truth in challenging times. Enjoy! This conversation has been edited to beep out some […]2024-12-2023 min
Western Wayne News PodcastJohn Wessel-McCoyAs a high school student, John Wessel-McCoy witnessed sweeping strikes at three of the four large manufacturing plants in his hometown of Decatur, Illinois. Observing who came out on top, who stood together, and where power came from would later inform John’s own work and life. He engaged in organizing work in places like Chicago, […]2024-12-1038 min
Western Wayne News PodcastNathan HoggOn this episode of the Western Wayne News podcast, Kate talks with Nathan Hogg, a sophomore at Indiana University East. Nathan reflects on being in the workforce from a young age, being held up and supported by various members of the community who have become his mentors, and growing a culture of inclusivity on the […]2024-11-1229 min
Western Wayne News PodcastErika Brandenstein“We all have a struggle. We all have a challenge. You’re not going to get from birth to the grave without dealing with a hardship. And we all share that.” In this episode of the WWN podcast, Dr. Erika Brandenstein talks with Kate about creating welcoming and supportive local spaces for women of all ages […]2024-10-1822 min
Western Wayne News PodcastRebecca GilliamIn this episode of the WWN podcast, host Kate Jetmore chats with Rebecca Gilliam, executive director of the Wayne County Foundation, about her journey of returning to her hometown of Richmond, and the deep sense of community that drew her back. Rebecca shares her experience of becoming a mother through adoption and how it shaped […]2024-09-2624 min
Western Wayne News PodcastDana NorthDana North grew up in a huge family with a mother who knew how to cook for a crowd. Her mom also was known to feel her way through a recipe, and by watching and experimenting Dana picked up her own culinary skills. These days, Dana Bakes Gluten Free can be found every week at […]2024-08-2928 min
Western Wayne News PodcastPam ZelayaWhen Pamela Zelaya looks back on her early years growing up in Peru, what stands out most for her is a sense of connection — with her extended family, her classmates and the local community. Her passion for building bridges and facilitating connection shines through in her work as a Latin American advocate and Spanish […]2024-08-1227 min
Western Wayne News PodcastAli Carter-RiveraWhen Ali Carter’s father passed away in 2016, she embarked on a journey of discovery. After a DNA test confirmed family rumors that her paternal grandfather was a light-skinned Black man who had changed his name and passed for a white person, Ali’s thoughts on race evolved. In this episode of the WWN podcast, Kate […]2024-07-1624 min
Western Wayne News PodcastHenry FreemanKate first discovered Henry Freeman when her husband received one of Henry’s handmade knives as a gift. It is now a treasured possession in their home, and they use it every single day. When Kate sat down to talk to Henry for this episode of the Western Wayne News podcast, he described the satisfaction he […]2024-07-0224 min
Western Wayne News PodcastRoxie DeerFor Roxie Deer, the line between community and family has never been a clear one. Growing up in Richmond, she was surrounded by her mother, her grandparents, and a whole bevy of aunts and uncles. A “family tree” project at school revealed that many of these people were not blood relatives, but it made no […]2024-06-0425 min
Western Wayne News PodcastStacie ShepherdLong before she became an intuitive healer, Richmond native Stacie Shepherd was a little girl who sought to please her parents by becoming a basketball star. It was only after a devastating injury that she began to listen to her body and discover options that would finally lead her to a healthier place. When she […]2024-05-1129 min
Western Wayne News PodcastChris HardieWhen Chris Hardie first came to Wayne County in 1995, he wasn’t necessarily intending on staying. What he discovered over time was a beautiful place, big enough to provide a constant stream of new experiences and connections, and small enough that he could make a real difference. In this episode, Chris sits down with Kate […]2024-03-1935 min
Western Wayne News PodcastWendy CarpenterYears ago, Wendy Carpenter realized that she just wanted to work with plants. Today, she and her son run an organic farm that provides vegetables, community and connection to area residents, and that works to make food production a more local, sustainable venture. In this episode, Kate sat down with Wendy to talk about how […]2024-03-0625 min
Western Wayne News PodcastJohn BronstonJohn Bronston is a real Renaissance man. He plays a range of instruments, sings, dances, conducts and composes. And he is the first person to recognize that his love for the arts took root growing up in Richmond. He cut his teeth at Richmond Civic Theatre and Whitewater Opera Company, and was honored by Richmond […]2024-02-2130 min
Western Wayne News PodcastJohn FaasRichmond Civic Theatre is a community within a community, and there are few organizations in Wayne County that have survived and thrived the way this one has. Executive Director John Faas sat down with Kate to explore the many elements that go into not only keeping the theatre running, but keeping the passion of its […]2024-02-0730 min
Western Wayne News PodcastJohn Oak DaltonBy day he works locally in higher education as a leader in communications and marketing, but John Oak Dalton has a not-so-secret other life as a movie screenwriter, producer and director whose work is viewed and followed by cinema fans around the world. In this episode of the WWN podcast, Kate talks with John about […]2023-12-1428 min
Western Wayne News PodcastCaroline Klemperer“I’m both a professional violinist and a farm girl – it’s a concept that many people haven’t considered, but it’s what I am.” During her earliest days at Boston School, Caroline Klemperer’s stage fright was so overwhelming it made her physically sick. Fast forward to now as Caroline joins Kate to talk about performing and […]2023-11-2225 min
Western Wayne News PodcastMax PauleIn this episode of the Western Wayne News podcast, Kate talks with Max Paule, associate professor of ancient and classical studies at Earlham College and self-described “elder millennial desperately just trying to keep up.” Max discusses how he and his wife came to call Wayne County home, how his viral TikTok channel first started and […]2023-10-0225 min
Western Wayne News PodcastDan HarneyIn this episode of the Western Wayne News Podcast, sports reporter Dan Harney talks with Kate about his philosophy of covering high school games that goes beyond wins and losses, the challenges of trying to cover so many athletic events in the community, his winding path to becoming a journalist, and how he thinks the […]2023-09-0727 min
Western Wayne News PodcastJenny PughJenny Pugh, business manager at the Western Wayne News, talks about her history with the newspaper, how she adapts to changes in the world of news publishing, how her column “Just a Milton Minute” has evolved over time, and her other creative endeavors. Transcript Kate Jetmore: My guest today is Jenny Pugh, who’s been with […]2023-08-0721 min
Western Wayne News PodcastPavel Polanco-SafaditIn this episode of the Western Wayne News podcast, Amigos Latino Center Executive Director Pavel Polanco-Safadit talks about the center’s work to engage and serve the local community. He also recounts his own journey from the Dominican Republic into the United States, creating a life of musical exploration, teaching, learning and adapting. A Spanish language […]2023-06-3017 minWestern Wayne News PodcastPavel Polanco-Safadit (en Español)En este capítulo del Western Wayne News podcast, Pavel Polanco-Safadit, el Director Ejecutivo de Amigos Latino Center, nos habla de los labores del centro para captar la atención de la comunidad local y servir sus necesidades. También recuerda su propio camino desde la República Dominicana hacia los Estados Unidos, donde ha creado una vida llena […]2023-06-3019 min
Western Wayne News PodcastNicole PowersBehind the headlines about addiction are human beings with a story to tell. Nicole Powers started using alcohol and pills as a teenager struggling with self-worth, and things got way out of hand. In this episode of the podcast, Nicole talks about her journey of struggle, loss, consequences, healing and support, and how she’s now […]2023-06-1321 min
Western Wayne News PodcastAndrés Lopera“We serve the community with the music that we present.” In this episode of the Western Wayne News Podcast, newly hired Richmond Symphony Orchestra music director Andrés Lopera talks about music as a common language, the way music selection and performance can give us insights into other experiences and cultures, and exciting plans coming together […]2023-05-2217 min
Expat Family ConnectionUnlock Hidden Expectations, with Abby WilliamsonAs TCKs (and adults) work through the complex issues of identity, place and belonging, it can be really hard to express what’s going on inside. We may need an expanded vocabulary. We may need permission to be outside of prescribed standards. “When we use creativity and tell our stories in creative ways, it opens up a different way of processing. It helps us to get past the expectations we have for ourselves.” In this episode we talk about How telling their own stories helps TCKs connect with others; Why practicing telling their own storie...2021-07-1939 minExpat Family ConnectionTheatre Skills for Life, with Natasha RekhiTheatre gives kids a chance to relax and express themselves -- and explore new ways of being -- outside the boundaries of classroom rules or societal expectations. “When they're in a very safe environment, like a theater class, they feel very relaxed because it's not like the general classroom environment. They also don't know what to expect, so it is a bit of a surprise. It's a safe place. It's a social place.” Theatre helps develop language and communication skills, resilience in stressful situations, and acceptance of people from different backgrounds. We also talk...2021-06-2138 min
The Welum PodcastThe Welum Women Abroad - Kate Jetmore - in Spanish / EspañolKate Jetmore es Estadounidense viviendo en Cuenca, España, es presentadora de The Listen Podcast, es traductora y locutora, en este episodio nos contó su historia de cómo vivió el proceso de ser cantante en NYC a mudarse a una pequeña ciudad de España. Contáctala en https://thelistenpodcast.com/ , https://www.facebook.com/groups/4274669199218323
Women Abroad Podcast is a podcast, part of the section Women Who Inspire. The aim is to facilitate the life of female expats through interviews with successful entrepreneurs and executives overseas. These women will share with us their own stories...2021-06-101h 04Expat Family ConnectionCraft Your Story with Purpose, with Christine TaylorChristine’s story of unresolved grief started in her teen years, but she didn’t start unpacking it until over 25 years later. Her story has come full circle, as she now helps women in transition tell their stories. She shares the power of knowing and telling her own story, and how stories help us connect with people. “I had really boxed it up and put it away and not looked at it for many, many, many years. Until I started to realize what an impact it had on me, and my ability to just be myself with people...2021-06-0751 minExpat Family ConnectionReclaim Agency through Storytelling, with Kate JetmoreWhen we feel disoriented, such as when living in another culture, hearing stories from real people who’ve been through similar experiences has a stabilizing effect. Creating space for people to tell their stories is a powerful way we can give them agency. “Lending an ear is one of the most powerful gifts we can give to another person. And what we're giving to them is … power. So often it's another person who’s defining us. But when we can choose the words and share with the world who we are, what we've been through, at our own pace...2021-05-2643 min
Drive with Us PodcastS2E9: Kate Jetmore – Stalling Uphill in a Manual and Crazy Drivers in SpainHave you ever gotten stuck going uphill in a manual car? Our guest today was not new to driving stick, but was new to driving stick up a hill. One wrong move and she would have rolled backwards down the hill. Kate Jetmore, host of The Listen Podcast, shares her experience of learning to drive … S2E9: Kate Jetmore – Stalling Uphill in a Manual and Crazy Drivers in Spain Read More »The post S2E9: Kate Jetmore – Stalling Uphill in a Manual and Crazy Drivers in Spain appeared first on Drive with Us Podcast.2020-10-291h 07
Drive with Us PodcastKate Jetmore - Stalling Uphill in a Manual and Crazy Drivers in SpainHave you ever gotten stuck going uphill in a manual car? Our guest today was not new to driving stick, but was new to driving stick up a hill. One wrong move and she would have rolled backwards down the hill. Kate Jetmore, host of The Listen Podcast, shares her experience of learning to drive …
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The Listen PodcastAngel From MontgomeryAngel from Montgomery: cover by Kate Jetmore and Fran Cathcart, ca 1992. Photo by Sharon McCutcheon on Unsplash2020-04-1504 min