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On Carlson DriveLittle Sparks of WonderTurns out, not all storytellers talk nonstop around the dinner table.
In this episode, Wendy wrestles with what it means to be a storyteller—not the off-the-cuff kind, but the slow, thoughtful kind who writes, revises, and listens closely. She shares how her grandchildren, a summer on Lake Michigan, and small moments of wonder sparked a new chapter of creativity: writing children’s books rooted in tenderness, imagination, and hope. It’s a quiet meditation on art, family, and the courage to keep adding a little bit of goodness to the world.
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2026-02-0332 minOn Carlson DriveIt's a British ThingWhat started as “just band” turns into a deeply personal reflection on British-style brass banding, Salvation Army roots, and a six-generation musical legacy that stretches back to England. From cornets instead of trumpets to family mentors, competitions, and the joy of making music together, this episode explores how tradition, humility, and love for the craft matter far more than being the best. A story about gratitude, heritage, and the music that binds generations together.
Then, join Wendy and Helen Harrelson – world-renown brass band instrumentalist, conductor, and enthusiast – as they talk about all things brass band.
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2026-01-2032 minOn Carlson DriveHave Fun Stormin' the CastleFrom popcorn-and-movie nights to summer movie marathons and Oscar parties, this episode reflects on how films shaped family life, conversation, and connection in a house full of girls. It’s a gentle meditation on why some of us crave bright, hopeful stories while others like to dive deep into darker themes—and how both approaches can coexist under one roof. Along the way, there are favorite films, quotable lines, a few hard no’s, and a reminder that movies, at their best, are a shared escape that bring us together.
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2026-01-0628 minOn Carlson DriveEasy As PeaseyD.I.Y., home makeover, fixer upper...whatever you call it, we're right there with you. Sometimes you either like to do the work or you need to do the work yourself. And we've had our share of projects around the house. In this episode, Wendy talks about the many do-it-yourself house work that we either chose to do or was forced on us.
Wendy is joined by her husband Randy as they relive some of the funny moments along their home renovation journey.
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2024-01-1628 minOn Carlson DriveNancy’s HandsHave you ever looked in the mirror and said, "Whoa. I look like my mom"? A picture of Wendy's aunt's hands calls to mind the ones who have gone before and serves as an opening for a flood of memories.
Then, join Wendy and her Aunt Nancy as they talk about the threads that weave a family together, including the keeper of names and teller of bad jokes.
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2024-01-0227 minOn Carlson DriveYou Never Know Who’s ListeningJust in time, OUR CHRISTMAS EPISODE drops! This one is about telling stories and a reminder that who is listening really matters. And in response, Wendy crafts a special Christmas story for the little ears that we know are tuning in (and picking up a lot more than we realize).
The conversation that follows is one where we set up a microphone to see what we might be able to catch with Wendy and her grandson, Micah. Then Wendy and Erin (Micah's mom) discuss what little ears hear (and repeat) and how one particular child is so...
2023-12-1922 minOn Carlson DriveWhat Grace OverheardIt's not like she meant to be eavesdropping – or did she? – but what she heard was her mother talking about her. Sometimes living in the same house can be challenging.
The conversation that follows is between Wendy and Grace. They discuss the way people can see the world from different perspectives, even when you share a whole lot in common.
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2023-12-0526 minOn Carlson DriveLosing AnnAn unexpected relationship begins after a difficult diagnosis and a friendship emerges. And while there is so often joy in the journey, sometimes that journey also involves walking alongside others in the midst of their suffering. Ann's story is one of deep loss, yet it is one filled with hope, joy, and gratitude.
The conversation that follows is between Wendy and Ann's husband, Ron. They discuss the challenges of Alzheimer's, watching your loved one deal with its unrelenting grip, and the gift of having shared life with someone like Ann.
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2023-11-1525 minOn Carlson DriveLast DaysA phone call. A surgery. A terminal diagnosis. Sometimes life takes an unexpected turn that alters everything we once knew. And on the other side of goodbye, there is tremendous sorrow, grief, and gratitude.
The conversation that follows is between Wendy and her friend, Lori. They discuss the gift of a good father, what it means to reflect on a life well lived, and how their own grief brings about a deep sense of gratitude.
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2023-10-3132 minOn Carlson DriveThe Tallest TreeFathers are tall trees, especially to this girl. In this episode, Wendy takes a walk down Carlson Drive in an attempt to capture the man, the myth, and the legend of Dad - who can only be captured because of a sharp stick in the eye.
The conversation that follows is between Wendy and her three daughters - Erin, Hannah, and Grace - as they each share their unique views of what it was like to hug a tree trunk.
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2023-10-1028 minOn Carlson DriveMy Neighbor’s TreeIn this episode, an encounter with a neighbor's missing tree opens up a deep river of grief.
Then Wendy is joined again by her husband Randy to discuss people and trees as a preview of the next set of episodes coming up on On Carlson Drive.
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2023-09-2625 minOn Carlson DrivePeople WatcherA visit to the beach reveals the creativity of human beings and their creator. And we just can't stop gawking at them all. In this episode, Wendy recounts looking down (literally) on a populated beach to see the beautiful and playful collection of mankind frolicking in the sand.
Then Wendy is joined by her husband Randy and they discuss their fascination with the cornucopia of curious behaviors exhibited through the various expressions of homo sapiens.
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2023-09-1224 minOn Carlson DriveA Short Bit of SisterhoodAs a Christmas gift, Wendy received a book of stories from her daughter Grace. In this episode, Grace shares one of her stories about high school, relationships, and friends drifting apart.
Then, Grace is joined by her friend Adam for a tangential, goofy, and insightful conversation on how our friendships shape us and how high school stays with us while we, thankfully, leave it behind.
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2023-08-2925 minOn Carlson DriveConfessions of a Nosy NeighborThere comes a day when you realize you have become your own version of Gladys Kravitz*...but you're kind of okay with it. In this episode, Wendy takes a walk through her neighborhood to introduce you to the wonderful people of Walmer Street.
Then, Wendy sits down with her daughters as they discuss what it was like growing up and growing older in the neighborhood.
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2023-08-1530 minOn Carlson DriveThe People In My NeighborhoodOur lives are fleshed out in homes and apartments that are found in neighborhoods that have...*gasp*...people in them. You know, the people that you meet each day. Frankly, those neighbors can be pretty entertaining at times. In this episode, Wendy recounts her early married years and the interesting crew that that surrounded her those days.
Then, Wendy follows up with a conversation with her husband, Randy, to talk about the different colors neighbors have brought to their lives.
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2023-08-0128 minOn Carlson DriveThe Grandma LifeIn the long awaited third season, Wendy recounts the arrival of a new member of the family and the joys and challenges of extended families and new grandchildren.
Then, Wendy sits down with Jami Johnson (the "other woman") to have a conversation about merging families, raising grandchildren, and the difficulties of sharing.
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2023-07-1837 minOn Carlson DriveMy Birthday is Too Close to ChristmasOh, the plight of those who have a birthday during the Christmas season. The overshadowed and overlooked voices both her love for Christmas and her disdain for birthday presents in Christmas wrapping.
Joined by her Christmas Eve eve baby, Wendy and Erin talk ornaments, music, and sharing their birthday month with Jesus*.
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2021-12-1428 minOn Carlson DriveThe Baby of the FamilyIt's time to visit the in-laws – a grumpy angel and an earthy matriarch – and the effervescent family that reflects their love.
Then join Wendy and her sister-in-law Rhonda as they discuss how perspectives reveal how stories get told (as well as who tells it!)
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2021-11-3036 minOn Carlson DriveBitterness PuppiesThis is our episode about puppies. Not just one puppy. A basket FULL of puppies. Everyone loves puppies, right? Oh, yeah...and the two Staceys...but no one likes them.
Then Wendy is joined by our friend, David, who still holds a grudge against the University of Texas for something that happened when he was eight years old.
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2021-11-1625 minOn Carlson DriveThe One That Got DelayedWe may be too young a podcast for a "best of" week but when you're young you do foolish things – like messing up your production schedule and getting a little behind. So enjoy one of our favorites from last season.
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2021-11-0910 minOn Carlson DriveA Walk in the ParkThis is the story of how a simple walk can turn into a lifelong friendship. Featuring a conversation with Wendy's walking buddy, Donna, this episode is a reminder that sometimes friendships can develop and deepen in three-mile increments.
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2021-10-2640 minOn Carlson DriveWhat‘s Happening to Grace?Life has its fill of defining moments. Some (well, most) you just can't control. And it seems they can either break you down or build you up, but either way you end up with a tale to tell. This is the story of a morning that startled a sleeping mom and altered a daughter's life.
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2021-10-1234 minOn Carlson DriveBabies!Everyone's story begins a little bit the same way, yet all of them are remarkably different. From the very start, the way we come into the world becomes part of the story our parents tell about us. In this week's episode, we explore three birth stories trying to outdo the other. Featuring a sweet conversation of life, loss, and "framily" with our lifelong friend, Lori.
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2021-09-2834 minOn Carlson Drive20 Years Later: Remembering 9/11Our generation's shared story was 20 years ago from the day this episode was released. Everyone old enough to remember knows where they were when it happened. And we all have stories that connect to that world-changing Tuesday morning. Included in this episode are the reflections of ten individuals who share the same story from their own unique viewpoint.
Join us as we relive and remind one another of the events of that day. Come take a walk with us On Carlson Drive.
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2021-09-1136 minOn Carlson DriveOur Cabin on Lake MichiganCamping together turned into a new adventure - buying land and building a cabin. The shores of Lake Michigan became the destination and a lifetime of memories followed. Joined once again by "Uncle" Harry, we take a look at summer vacations and long walks on the beach.
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2021-08-3129 minOn Carlson DriveCampingTents, campers, campgrounds, skits, and s'mores around the campfire. In another life, it seems, these were signs of summer. And almost all of them were accompanied by lifelong family friends Harry and Barb, their boys Steve and Kevin, and Biscuit the family dog. Join us as we recount the fun (and sometimes not-so-fun) memories of camping trips gone by. And then, stayed tuned as we introduce you to "Uncle" Harry.
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2021-08-1728 minOn Carlson DriveThe 15-passenger VanIn the 80s, the 15-passenger van was a staple in the lives of those whose parents worked for a church. And so it goes for Wendy...youth retreats, camp trips, and learning to drive were all part of the unique experience of having a "van in the family." And it all ends with a wonderfully tangential conversation with our local van aficionado, Dan.
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2021-08-0331 minOn Carlson DriveSummer CampSummer is the time of year that shouts, "CAMP!" - as in summer camp - for those of us who grew up going to church camp. This episode reflects on a lifetime of summers at camp, from parents being on staff to becoming a camper to working at camp to leading camp. Join us as we visit our old friend, summer camp, and all the shenanigans that created a lifetime of memories.
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2021-07-2033 minOn Carlson DriveMy Wonderful MotherSometimes we forget that a person we have known for a very long time has a backstory. We see them as what they are...in this moment...as the person right in front of us. But behind every person we meet there is so much more. We have no idea the places they've visited or the challenges they have faced or the dreams they were pursuing when life took a different turn. It certainly adds credence to Allen Saunders' widely misappropriated adage that "Life is what happens to us while we are making other plans."
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2021-07-0628 minOn Carlson DriveErin and Bennett"She's out of your league," they said. Some guys, though, are either brave or stupid and just don't let attitudes like those get in their way. Ladies and gentlemen, meet Bennett. Every married couple has their "how-we-got-together" story and this one makes us smile. A lot. So join us as we take a walk down Jayhawk Boulevard with Erin and Bennett On Carlson Drive.
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2021-06-2230 minOn Carlson DriveThe Best People God Ever CreatedThe people we love are often the centerpieces of the stories we share. And our love continues to tell their stories even when they live far away or they are no longer with us on this earth. Some people, much like a really good story, are impossible to forget – especially when they are the best people God ever created. In this episode of On Carlson Drive, we revisit generations past and hear tales of football glory and pheasant-bearing suitors when we meet Wendy's 98 year-old grandpa.
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2021-06-0834 minOn Carlson DriveMy CarThe cars we drive are like songs we sing as they mark a time and a place in our lives. And in many cases, they are like a second home or a place of refuge for us. In this first episode of season two of On Carlson Drive, we explore the meaning of our automobiles and the roles they have played as yet another character in the stories we tell.
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2021-05-2531 minOn Carlson DriveMINI: End of the Season CelebrationThank you. Thank you very much!
Let's celebrate season one of On Carlson Drive!
Episode 16.2 is our THANK YOU Episode. It's short and sweet, but sincere and grateful. And while this signifies the end of season one, fret not dear one. We shall return with NEW episodes May 2021.
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2020-12-1503 minOn Carlson DriveChristmas at Grandma’sThere is no better place on earth than Grandma's house at Christmas time, a house filled with aunts and uncles and cousins and lots of presents...and Grandma, of course! And did we mention the food? Oh, the food! But when Uncle Wally steps center stage, all of a sudden it becomes even more magical.
Was that Santa Claus?
And did we just see Rudolph's nose blinking outside?
This might be a Christmas we'll never forget.
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2020-12-0824 minOn Carlson DriveMINI: B-U-T-TIt seems like family doesn't let you get away with ANYTHING, am I right? That's certainly true when it comes to a moment when you embarrass yourself or say something you shouldn't have. At least that's the way it works in our house...
Episode 15.2 is a MINI episode, a shorter episode in between full episodes to keep you listening and make you hungry for MORE! Join us next week for a FULL episode when we spend Christmas at Grandma's.
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2020-12-0106 minOn Carlson DriveSergeant and Big MacFor some reason every family thinks they need a dog. But, honestly, not all families should have a dog. In the end, however, this episode is not so much about the family of the dog, but the dog himself. You see, not all dogs are created equal...as you will understand after you meet Sergeant and Big Mac.
NOTICE: This episode and the subsequent conversation include the discussion of the loss of a family pet. You have been informed.
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2020-11-2418 minOn Carlson DriveMINI: Living with a DisabilityFeaturing a continuation of the conversation with Hannah Bonifield from "M.E.D. and Me," this episode addresses living with a disability and facing one of every young instrumentalist's greatest challenges: Marching Band.
Episode 14.2 is a MINI episode, a shorter episode in between full episodes to keep you listening and make you hungry for MORE! Join us next week for a FULL episode when we learn the difference between a good dog and a bad one...and the trail they leave behind.
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2020-11-1706 minOn Carlson DriveM.E.D. and Me"Something's not quite right," she thought. And sure enough, it was so.
Life can sometimes throw you the most unexpected curveballs. But there's nothing quite like hearing the news that your child is going to face challenges of which you cannot conceive. And when it's really rare, not even WebMD can help...or the "bubble wrap" doctor. A story of grace, courage, and endurance as Hannah faces off with Multiple Epiphyseal Dysplasia.
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2020-11-1031 minOn Carlson DriveMINI: Keb Mo and the Craft TentAn afternoon concert, a bouncy house, and a wandering child can be a dangerous combination. Don't take your eyes off that girl.
Episode 13.2 is a MINI episode, a shorter episode in between full episodes to keep you listening and make you hungry for MORE! Join us next week for a FULL episode when we relive the moments we discovered the mutant gene wreaking havoc in our family.
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2020-11-0306 minOn Carlson DriveFinding the TheatreA new life is found through an unexpected introduction to high school theatre class, after school theatre productions, and improv competitions. And all the fun that goes with it - new friends, auditions and everyone's favorite...call backs. Featuring a conversation with Paul Nobrega that covers stumbling into theatre, favorite roles, funny stories, and the two classes Paul still uses everyday at work.
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2020-10-2729 minOn Carlson DriveMINI: More Dinner HijinxDinner time, it’s not just for eating. In this episode, find out what kind of shenanigans we can get into around the dinner table when we invite a new face to the table.
Episode 12.2 is a MINI episode, a shorter episode in between full episodes to keep you listening and make you hungry for MORE! Join us next week for a FULL episode when we the world of theater opens up a new galaxy of possibilities.
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2020-10-2008 minOn Carlson DriveFamily DinnerPull up a chair and join us for dinner around the Family Dinner table. Full of fun, laughter, and oh, so much more...there's nothing quite like dinner at our house.
NOTICE: Common, straightforward language is used regarding body parts in this episode. Parental discretion is advised.
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2020-10-1321 minOn Carlson DriveMINI: More with JennyMemories have the ability to transport us back to special times and places filled with images and smells. Mostly, it seems, these memories inevitably take us back to the people that permeate them. And memories of Grandma's house hold a special place in the hearts of those she loved. This episode contains a bonus conversation from Wendy and her cousin Jenny as they reminisce about visiting "the very best person God ever created."
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2020-10-0609 minOn Carlson DriveCousinsA cousin is a little bit of childhood that can not be lost. And it all happens at Grandma’s house, the best place on earth.
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2020-09-2935 minOn Carlson DriveMINI: Couch!Does your family play board games? Are you a stickler for the rules or are you a little bit lenient? Are you trash talkers or do you run a clean fight?
Episode 10.2 is a MINI episode, a shorter episode in between full episodes to keep you listening and make you hungry for MORE! Join us next week for a FULL episode when we spend a day with the cousins.
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2020-09-2000 minOn Carlson DriveLisa and DanWhen it comes to siblings, there are types...you know, the obnoxious little brother or the critical older sister. But let's get past the easy stereotypes and find out who they really are.
In this episode, we get a little peek into sibling relationships through Wendy's whimsical eyes. Was Wendy's role that of peacekeeper? Loving sister? ...or troublemaker? Featuring a wonderfully entertaining conversation with Wendy's older sister, Lisa, and younger brother, Dan.
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2020-09-1531 minOn Carlson DriveMINI: The Captain and LieutenantA Captain and Lieutenant are not just military officers, it is also a great old Salvation Army theme and variation duet. This version happens to have a great deal of family tradition thrown in for good measure.
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2020-09-0808 minOn Carlson DriveGrowing Up ArmyIf you grew up in the Salvation Army, you will shake your head in understanding solidarity. You will probably even wish you could add much more to my description. If you did not grow up in the Salvation Army, you will most likely shake your head in wonder at this interesting insight into the peculiar world of growing up in The Salvation Army.
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2020-09-0130 minOn Carlson DriveMINI: The Lemon TwistThe toys of today never really seem to live up to the toys of our childhood. What toy did you most want when you were a kid?
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2020-08-2504 minOn Carlson DriveSchool DaysSchool days, school days,
Dear old golden rule days.
Take a walk through my dear old golden – well, okay...not quite so golden – rule days. Twelve different schools in four different states make for school days which are varied, colorful, and at times a bit tumultuous.
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2020-08-1832 minOn Carlson DriveMINI: The Crazy Game of GracieIt’s a straightforward game: a set of cards with clues that one acts out for your team to guess. You know, charades. But when the clues are made up by your 8 and 14 year-old daughters things become a little less...well...straightforward. And perhaps, a little goofy.
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2020-08-1109 minOn Carlson DriveNot Enough ShoesWe all love something. Some people love baseball, or Star Trek, or maybe even The Goonies...for some reason. Grace loves shoes and from the moment her feet were able to stand in them she found ways to show it. And we have the stories to prove it.
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2020-08-0421 minOn Carlson DriveMINI: Washington?A continuation of our conversation with Wendy and her husband, Randy, from last week's full episode. We hear how the least-laid plans of brides and grooms sometimes get saved by grandmas and uncles you've never met.
Episode 06.2 is a MINI episode, a shorter episode in between full episodes to keep you listening and make you hungry for MORE! Join us next week for a FULL episode when we learn about the great pool shoe heist.
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2020-07-2806 minOn Carlson DriveLet’s See Where the Wind Will Take UsAfter the wedding comes the honeymoon, of course. Some are better planned than others. But one can not plan unpredictable airlines, stuffy airplanes, long trips, and winding roads. Discretion advised: there is talk of vomit. And soiled shorts.
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2020-07-2119 minOn Carlson DriveMINI: Oh, Zap!Sometimes the best pictures are the ones in between the posing. All it takes is the right photographer with the right equipment and the right timing to capture the moment.
Episode 05.2 is a MINI episode, a shorter episode in between full episodes to keep you listening and make you hungry for MORE! Join us next week for a FULL episode when we hear a story of two infatuated twenty-somethings riding the tails of the wind...and the people watching out for them.
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2020-07-1405 minOn Carlson DriveHow We MetOnce upon a time...a lovely young princess met a dashing young prince and they became friends. This is their story – a story of summer camp, unanswered letters, long distance phone calls, laughter, love, and twue wuv.
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2020-07-0723 minOn Carlson DriveMINI: The KingA wedding is an exciting time for two little girls, so much fodder for the imagination. Especially when it looks and feels so fantastical...and you get a new dress for the occasion.
Episode 04.2 is a MINI episode, a shorter episode in between full episodes to keep you listening and make you hungry for MORE! Join us next week for a FULL episode when we hear a story of young love, unanswered letters, and an unrehearsed proposal.
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2020-06-3005 minOn Carlson DriveCigarette Lighters and Closet FiresMy Grandpa, the curmudgeon. My Grandma, the saint. Let me introduce to you the cast of characters from my Dad’s side of the family - cool and loving aunts, doting uncles, crazy cousins. And we throw in a tongue-twister for the fun of it.
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2020-06-2327 minOn Carlson DriveMINI: Bricks and TapeNever get in the way of a girl on a mission. This is the story of one persistent little girl with a plan to get a horse. She has a plan, she made a list, it’s simple and all we need to do is follow it.
Episode 03.2 is a MINI episode, a shorter episode in between full episodes to keep you listening and make you hungry for MORE! Join us next week for a FULL episode when we hear a story of cigarette lighters and closet fires.
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2020-06-1604 minOn Carlson DriveBaby DJThis week we hear a story of how a selfish teenager deals with an unexpected surprise.
Sometimes the worst thing you could imagine turns out to be a completely different worst thing you could imagine...or maybe it’s not that bad after all.
"You just might get your wish."
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2020-06-0918 minOn Carlson DriveMINI: The Loose ToothLosing a tooth is a rite of passage in childhood. Most children take it in stride, unless you are prone to the dramatics. Loose tooth, meet Grace.
Episode 02.2 is a MINI episode, a shorter episode in between full episodes to keep you listening and make you hungry for MORE! Join us next week for a FULL episode when we hear a story of dashed hopes and unexpected arrivals.
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2020-06-0204 minOn Carlson DriveFrom When I Was Little“Tell me a story from when you were little, Mommy,” asked the little girl. “Ok,” said Mommy. And so she told her stories, but sometimes memories walk a fine line between reality and imagination. And which ones are which?
Sometimes it's fun to reconstruct how our childhood imaginations see the world. And stories help to reveal the real and the not-so-real. Here is a collection of stories just like that, loosely tied by the thin thread of childhood memories.
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2020-05-2622 min
Mindful Moment by UCS1 E7 Story of Our LivesRandy Bonifield shares his own version of March Madness with host Eric Barnhart. Our quote is from The Divine Embrace by Robert Webber.
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0:00 - Welcome
0:54 - Reflection: A Strip of Land, Randy Bonifield
5:08 - Contemplative Prayer: God's Story, Our Story
9:57 - Scripture: Matthew 13
11:13 - Conversation w/ Randy Bonifield
16:42 - Closing
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2020-05-2400 minOn Carlson DriveMINI: An IntroductionA little behind-the-scenes look into how and why On Carlson Drive came to be. How was the seed for a podcast planted and who watered it? In this Mini-Episode, we give you some basic insight into the format of our story podcast and what to expect moving forward. Featuring a conversation with the husband-and-wife creative team of Randy and Wendy Bonfield who turned a germ of an idea into a full-blown podcasty thingamajig.
photo courtesy of Dan Raby, Wild Light Imagery
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2020-05-1913 minOn Carlson DriveOn Carlson DriveOh, we had great adventures on Carlson Drive. Here is the namesake of our podcast, where it all began. Tadpoles and kittens, backyard games, and childhood friendships.
It all happened on Carlson Drive.
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2020-05-1223 minOn Carlson DriveOn Carlson Drive 2020 season - 2-minute teaserFrom boogielamb media comes the story podcast On Carlson Drive, a dusty little dirt road of memories from the wit and whimsy of storyteller Wendy Bonifield.
Launching May 12, 2020, get a glimpse of what's coming with a two-minute teaser of Episode 1, "On Carlson Drive."
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2020-05-0502 minOn Carlson DriveOn Carlson Drive: Trailer #2From boogielamb media comes the story podcast On Carlson Drive, a dusty little dirt road of memories from the wit and whimsy of storyteller Wendy Bonifield.
Featuring stories of life, love, and family as well as conversations with the characters who bring them to life, On Carlson Drive takes a look at the tales we tell and the people we get to know through the stories they share. We invite you to pull up a chair and get to know Wendy and her family as she takes us on a journey of stories of long lost playmates an...
2020-04-2101 minOn Carlson DriveOn Carlson Drive: Trailer #1From boogielamb media comes the story podcast On Carlson Drive, a dusty little dirt road of memories from the wit and whimsy of storyteller Wendy Bonifield.
Featuring stories of life, love, and family and conversations with the characters who bring them to life, Wendy reveals a woven tapestry of the webs we weave, the tales we tell, and the characters we grow to love through the stories we share.
Pull up a chair, settle in, and get to know Wendy and her family through the stories being passed down – of long lost playmates and sibling squ...
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