Steve Rhode - Documentary Podcaster

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True Stories From the Obit Files - Ordinary People You Never Knew, But Won’t Forget Johnathan Morin - Johnny Rocket: The Teen Who Faced Cancer Without FearAt just 15, Johnathan Morin received a devastating diagnosis: metastatic Ewing Sarcoma. But he didn’t ask “Why me?” — he simply said, “Tell me what I need to do.” Known as “Johnny Rocket,” this old soul with a competitive streak fought cancer with courage, humor, and grit. He doubled up on school, made the honor roll, took his dream trip to Hawaii, and dreamed of becoming a doctor to help other kids like him. Even as cancer returned again and again, he kept living — cheering on the Red Sox, riding his motorcycle, and filling every moment with purpose. This is the story of a bra...

2025-09-1504 min

True Stories From the Obit Files - Ordinary People You Never Knew, But Won’t Forget Martin Roy First - The Soccer Dad Who Revolutionized Transplant MedicineMartin Roy First left apartheid South Africa with two kids, two suitcases, and a thousand dollars. He became a global leader in kidney transplant medicine—authoring 400+ papers, meeting the Pope, and changing lives with his fierce compassion and brilliant mind. But he was also the kind of dad who got red-carded on the sidelines and fed the family dog like royalty. This is the story of a healer, a prankster, a wine connoisseur—and a man who never stopped showing up for the people he loved.

2025-09-1004 min

True Stories From the Obit Files - Ordinary People You Never Knew, But Won’t Forget The PE Teacher Who Traded Ski Lessons for CasserolesJan Muyskens taught more than gym class. She taught self-reliance, compassion, and how to build a bridge between people using nothing more than ski poles, stained glass, and a home-cooked meal.This unforgettable PE teacher from Grand Junction, Colorado, lived 91 quietly remarkable years — shaping generations of students, building furniture and friendships alike, and feeding every stray dog or cat that crossed her path. In today’s episode, discover how one woman became the blueprint for strength, softness, and connection.Not everyone makes the front page. But everyone leaves a story worth telling.🎧 True Stories...

2025-09-0805 min

True Stories From the Obit Files - Ordinary People You Never Knew, But Won’t Forget Theresia’s Story — From the Rhine to TennesseeBorn in Czechoslovakia in 1938, Theresia’s journey carried her through war, across oceans, and around the world as a military wife — before she found her greatest joy on a quiet Tennessee back deck with coffee, books, and birds. This is the story of a life measured not by headlines, but by resilience, love, and everyday wonder.Visit TapYourNews.com to sign up for email notifications when new episodes drop.

2025-08-2804 min

True Stories From the Obit Files - Ordinary People You Never Knew, But Won’t Forget Melonie Wigley: Life Lessons from an Ordinary Woman with a Global JourneyMelonie Wigley’s story is one of resilience and connection, making her a remarkable subject for our life stories podcast. She grew up crossing continents — from London to South Carolina to Tokyo — always adjusting and connecting with those around her. Throughout her life as a nurse and childbirth educator, Melonie guided others with compassion. While her legacy remains quiet, it is far-reaching, filled with gentle signposts that helped others find their way. Join us as we explore the documentary life stories that highlight the lives of ordinary people whose stories deserve to be told. Not...

2025-08-1806 min

True Stories From the Obit Files - Ordinary People You Never Knew, But Won’t Forget Larry Soule's Story — The Man Who Collected MemoriesIn small-town Dansville, Michigan, Larry Soule spent 86 years quietly building an extraordinary life. A high school sports legend, 101st Airborne paratrooper, 30-year GM tradesman, and farmer who played softball into his 70s, Larry's passion for preserving history through his beloved tractor collection (especially his 1925 John Deere Spoker D) reveals a man who saw value in what others overlooked. His workshop—affectionately called "Soule Hardware" by his grandkids—wasn't just filled with tractors and tools, but with six decades of stories, community connections, and quiet dedication to the people and place he loved.True Stories from the Obit File...

2025-08-1109 min

True Stories From the Obit Files - Ordinary People You Never Knew, But Won’t Forget Marge Charleville's Life Story — The Woman Who Planted HopeNot everyone makes the front page, but everyone leaves a story worth telling. In this episode of our life stories podcast, meet Marge Charleville (1940-2025): weekend pilot, coffee entrepreneur, and avid gardener who transformed her deepest grief into powerful advocacy. After her daughter was killed by a drunk driver in 1980, Marge founded St. Louis' chapter of Remove Intoxicated Drivers, fighting for legislative changes that continue saving lives today. The woman who "planted gardens everywhere she lived" also nurtured seeds of change throughout Missouri—creating safety infrastructure that outlives her 85 years. Join us for an inspiring documentary podcast ep...

2025-08-0409 min

True Stories From the Obit Files - Ordinary People You Never Knew, But Won’t Forget Gerald Armbruester's Story — The Mechanic Who Fixed More Than MachinesIn a garage in Tucson, Arizona, Gerald Armbruester spent decades perfecting the art of his craft as a mechanic. From maintaining military vehicles in Alaska to repairing medical equipment at the Red Cross, his mechanical expertise kept the world running. However, as his daughter and friends recall, Gerald's greatest gift went beyond fixing engines—it was his extraordinary ability to truly listen and offer support when needed. Even as Parkinson's Disease challenged his steady hands, he continued to move forward with humor and determination. Discover how this ordinary mechanic quietly built an extraordinary legacy of care through life stories, on...

2025-08-0106 min

True Stories From the Obit Files - Ordinary People You Never Knew, But Won’t Forget Juan Omar Chaidez’s Story — The First Hero on the Dance FloorYou don’t know him yet.But today… you will.Juan Omar Chaidez was 37 when he passed away in Princeton, Texas. He loved two-stepping, served as a firefighter paramedic, and once ran toward horrific danger when everyone else was running away.🎧 He was often the first on the dance floor — and the kind of person who didn’t wait to be asked.This is the kind of life most people would walk past.Until someone stops… and tells the story.

2025-07-3003 min

True Stories From the Obit Files - Ordinary People You Never Knew, But Won’t Forget Sharyl Jeannine Anderson’s Story — The Grandmom Who Never Missed a MomentYou may not know Sharyl Jeannine Anderson yet, but after hearing her life story today, you'll understand why her memories live on. At 85, Sharyl passed away in Lutz, Florida, leaving behind not just a tray of warm cookies and a packed calendar but the rich tapestry of a true life story. Known for her sweet treats and spirited cheers during every halftime show, she encapsulated what it means to live life fully and fiercely. Her vibrant spirit teaches us that even ordinary lives can yield extraordinary legacies. Join us as we dive into her story and the impact she...

2025-07-2706 min

True Stories From the Obit Files - Ordinary People You Never Knew, But Won’t Forget Geoffrey Keane’s Story: The Music That Too Few HeardIn this episode of our documentary podcast, we share the poignant life story of Geoffrey Keane, a gifted musician whose talent often went unnoticed. At 70, Geoffrey passed away in Connecticut, leaving behind memories of quiet companionship with his cello, a grill, and a cherished stray cat. This life stories podcast explores how Geoffrey lived a life filled with extraordinary moments, despite the solitude. He was an unsung hero who composed unpublished songs, dedicated himself to caring for his aging parents, and created beauty through music quietly. Join us as we honor his story, reminding us that each obituary holds...

2025-07-2506 min

True Stories From the Obit Files - Ordinary People You Never Knew, But Won’t Forget George Walker’s Story — The Fixer Everyone TrustedGeorge Walker was the kind of man you’d walk past without noticing — quiet, steady, always fixing what was broken. This life stories podcast explores behind the silence of George's life, revealing a lifetime of service to his family, neighbors, and the countless people lucky enough to know him. From frozen pipes to flickering porch lights, George's impact is felt through the steady hands and lit rooms he left behind. This episode presents one of those true stories that changes how you see the quiet people in your life. Join us as we shine a light on everyday heroes in o...

2025-07-2305 min

True Stories From the Obit Files - Ordinary People You Never Knew, But Won’t Forget Isaiah J. Allen's Story — The Man Who Made You Feel UnderstoodYou probably walked past someone like Isaiah Allen this week. A wrestling champion turned HVAC tech who had a pet lizard named Diddy and ran a business called "Sock It to Me Transport." But what made Isaiah extraordinary wasn't his takedown records or his endurance challenges — it was his rare gift for making people feel completely understood.From printing maps for confused coworkers to staying on the phone for hours during long drives, Isaiah figured out what real strength actually looks like: physical power combined with emotional availability. This is the story of someone who built systems of...

2025-07-2110 min

True Stories From the Obit Files - Ordinary People You Never Knew, But Won’t Forget The Amazing Secret of Car Salesman Thomas John Amiss: A True StoryNot everyone makes the front page. But everyone leaves a story worth telling.September 1951, East Lansing, Michigan. A twelve-year-old boy sees another kid lost at the school bus stop and walks over to help. "Hey, the bus stops right here. I'll wait with you."That moment of kindness became the foundation for how Thomas John Amiss would treat people for the next 73 years.Tom looked like any other well-dressed car salesman walking down the street. Sharp suits, cool cars, successful business. You'd probably walk right past him. But behind that ordinary exterior was...

2025-07-1808 min

True Stories From the Obit Files - Ordinary People You Never Knew, But Won’t Forget Arthur Dale Hopkins' Story — The Man Who Never Forgot Your NameYou probably walked past someone like Arthur today — a quiet postal worker in Louisville, sorting mail with steady hands and a button-down shirt. Just another face in the morning routine, right?But what if that same person carried music inside him that no one else would ever hear? What if he had this one habit that made everyone around him feel different — more seen, more valued, more human?This is the story of Art Hopkins, who spent his days processing mail and his evenings writing songs, who could trace his family back to the Revolutionary War...

2025-07-1608 min

True Stories From the Obit Files - Ordinary People You Never Knew, But Won’t Forget Larry Metherd's Story — The Man Who Jumped From Planes and Saved LivesNot everyone makes the front page. But everyone leaves a story worth telling.You probably walked past someone like Larry Metherd today — a friendly neighbor watering his garden, maybe sharing a quick story about his beloved Siberian Husky. Just another retiree, right?But those gentle hands had once helped desperate war refugees climb aboard ships in foreign ports. That calm voice had once shouted "Geronimo!" while jumping from airplanes as a paratrooper. The man who never met a stranger had spent his twenties sailing the world, carrying families toward new lives after the devastation of Wo...

2025-07-1411 min

True Stories From the Obit Files - Ordinary People You Never Knew, But Won’t Forget Laurice Arab's Story — A Life Story of Love and ConnectionDive into the remarkable life story of Laurice Arab, a 90-year-old woman whose journey exemplifies the power of connection and love. In this episode of our life stories podcast, we unwrap the layers of Laurice’s life, from her humble beginnings in the Lebanese village of Diman in 1935 to becoming a matriarch whose meals were an act of love, binding her family across three countries. After experiencing devastating losses early on, Laurice transformed grief into a legacy of warmth, kindness, and resilience. Known for her unbreakable rule of never eating alone, she turned her kitchen into a sacred space fo...

2025-07-1109 min

True Stories From the Obit Files - Ordinary People You Never Knew, But Won’t Forget Melvin Klayman's Story — The Man Who Saw YouYou might have walked past Mel on a Boston street and never looked twice. Just another guy in a button-down shirt heading to work. But behind his front door was one of New England's most significant private art collections — and a man who spent forty years seeing potential in people before they saw it themselves.From buying unknown artists' work for twenty dollars to making homeless strangers laugh over coffee at Dunkin Donuts, Mel practiced the art of really seeing people. His story will change how you look at the "ordinary" people around you.Real pe...

2025-07-0910 min

True Stories From the Obit Files - Ordinary People You Never Knew, But Won’t Forget Rose Montali's Story — The Grandma Who Made Everyone Feel Like a Million BucksPicture this: A woman is dying, and her family knows exactly what will comfort her. Not music. Not prayers. The voice of Cleveland baseball calling one last game.Meet Rose Montali — a 67-year-old grandmother from Cleveland whose kitchen was a sanctuary and whose love made everyone feel extraordinary. For 60 years, she was the mom who showed up at every swim meet, the neighbor who remembered birthdays, and the grandmother who convinced seven grandchildren that her house was the happiest place on earth.From her legendary Italian pizzelles to her unwavering loyalty to Cleveland sports, Rose's st...

2025-07-0710 min

True Stories From the Obit Files - Ordinary People You Never Knew, But Won’t Forget Stanley Crawford: The Ordinary Man Who Became a Community Legend - A Documentary PodcastIn this episode, we explore the life of Stanley Crawford, an extraordinary ordinary person who transformed Elizabethtown, Kentucky through fifty years of faithful walking. Known as "Stan the Man," he wasn't just a familiar face—he was the heartbeat of his community. This is the story of how one man's simple presence created lasting change, and why people like Stan represent the forgotten heroes walking past us every day.Journey with me as I uncover what happens when we truly see the remarkable people we've been overlooking.Want more stories that change how you see th...

2025-07-0411 min

True Stories From the Obit Files - Ordinary People You Never Knew, But Won’t Forget Teddy Golubowski's Story — The Academy Leader Who Dressed for HonorAt 27, Teddy Golubowski was excelling as Class Leader at the Ocean County Police Academy when he received devastating news. Despite debilitating pain, he still planned to drive to the Academy to be properly dismissed — because that's what you do when you've made a commitment.This is the story of a young man who spent his life serving others: from a 5-year-old Toms River Raider to a college football player, from public works employee to police academy cadet. Teddy understood that how you show up matters more than how long you stay.Real people. Real lives. Re...

2025-07-0210 min

True Stories From the Obit Files - Ordinary People You Never Knew, But Won’t Forget Colonel Maynard Caudill's Story — The Trooper Who Sang Hymns and Fixed TrucksMost people retire and slow down. At 54, Maynard Caudill started a business that's still thriving 32 years later. From gospel singer to Air Force veteran to decorated state trooper to business owner — this is the story of a man who understood that service comes in many forms, and that some of the most extraordinary lives never make the front page.Real people. Real lives. Remembered.Sign up for show notifications at https://tapyournews.com/podcast

2025-06-3007 min

Deep House Cat Hula painted frog Mix - feat. PJ Parker | Deep House Cat ShowTrack list - Hula painted frog Mix - feat. PJ Parker **************************************************************************** 01. Real D. - Rhodes That 02. Eli Escobar - FindAWay2Day 03. Dilby - Pranayama 04. Steve Bug - Shake The Funk 05. Oscar Barila - Miles 06. Laurence Guy, J Peacock - Can't Find Her 07. Spencer Parker - Girl You Wouldnt Believe What I Heard! 08. Jonas Rathsman - Heartbeat (Extended Mix) 09. Rhode and brown - Let yoself go 10. Yamagucci - In The Air 11. Lubelski feat danke - Satisfied (nikki nair remix) 12. Never Dull - Turning You On 13. Omar S - Skynet 2B 14. Studiogruppe_i - Sonnentanz **************************************************************************** Enjoy PJ Parkers (Cologne, Germany) first exclusive...

2023-03-1000 min

Sputnik Michael Sussman Acquitted; Biden Sends Rockets to Ukraine; Taiwan to Cooperate with US MilitaryJames Carey, writer, activist, and podcaster, joins us to discuss Russia Gate. Clinton attorney Michael Sussman was acquitted of lying to the FBI as one juror claimed "There are bigger things that affect the nation than a possible lie to the FBI." Opponents of the verdict argue that a major factor in the outcome was the geographical location of the trial which produced a friendly jury. Ray McGovern, former CIA analyst and co-founder of Veteran Intelligence Professionals for Sanity, joins us to discuss Taiwan. Observers are concerned that a military confrontation between the...

2022-06-021h 55

Magic Minds #91 — Jeff Goodby — Pushing Through Rejectionhttps://bit.ly/Go_BelowtheLine Jeff Goodby is advertising executive who co-founded and serves as co-chair of Goodby, Silverstein & Partners in San Francisco. Goodby is also a director and illustrator whose work has appeared in Time and Mother Jones, and he created the "Got Milk?" campaign. This year his agency had 5 commercials in the Superbowl. James and Jeff talk about how Jeff ended up in the Bay Area from Rhode Island and his career path before advertising. Jeff tells James what he learned from a presentation from Steve Jobs, and Jeff recalls some of his own most me...

2021-02-171h 53