The Elkhart Tapes

The Elkhart Tapes

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The Elkhart Tapes episodes

  • Danny Boy
    35, Danny Boy
    "Keep doin' your thing."
    This was just one of the pieces of advice that Mingo Aranda's mom, Chris, told him in their last serious talk. She was referring to Mingo's black horse, and his love for the family horse racing empire. She had several other requests for him, which pushed Mingo to be the tough one for his family, and that attitude of grit and resilience shows here as Mingo shares his story with us.
    Mingo Rey Aranda speaks with host Derek, and the episode originally aired on The Elkhart Tapes, a podcast about those from Elkhart, Kansas.
    The Aranda family lost several family members in a relatively small amount of time.
    We join Mingo and Derek as they discuss how the Aranda cousins banded together for each other during a time a great loss for all.
    This is a Back Home Media production, recorded and produced in Phoenix, AZ.
    https://www.patreon.com/parentlesspodcast
    https://www.patreon.com/fatkidaz
    Instagram: @parentlesspodcast
    Voicemail: 623.396.6069
    You are not alone.
    52 min
  • You're Gonna Be Okay
    34, You're Gonna Be Okay
    "Go do somethin' and be good at it."
    That's what Jeff's dad always told him. And Jeff has done just that. He has created a little corner of the world for others to gain Dad wisdom while enjoying beautiful scenic Italy through bike rides with Jeff at the wheel.
    Buck, as everybody called him, was Jeff's motorcycle riding, bee keeping, tomato selling dad. Buck had a love of adventure as well as for his family. He helped Jeff realize that he was going to an okay dad himself when Jeff was a young man expecting his first child with his wife. Now Jeff strives to give the same kind of Dad advice to his own kids, as well as inspire anyone that comes across him on social media.
    Jeff's advice to himself in his early grief days: You're gonna be okay.
    Instagram: @rideswithdad
    Youtube: Rides With Dad
    Recommended Book: Grit - Angela Duckworth
    Read Jeff's article about his dad, and browse the site here:
    https://supportivefathers.com/coping-with-the-loss-of-aparent/
    Podcast Spotlight:
    Grief Out Loud
    Remember the last time you tried to talk about grief and suddenly everyone left the room? Hosted by Jana DeCristofaro and produced by Dougy Center, Grief Out Loud is opening up this often avoided conversation because grief is hard enough without having to go through it alone. We bring you a mix of personal stories, tips for supporting children, teens, and yourself, and interviews with professionals. Platitude and cliché-free, we promise!
    Hosts: Jana DeCristofaro
    Instagram: @thedougycenter
    website: https://www.dougy.org/
    This is a Back Home Media production, recorded and produced in Phoenix, AZ.
    Music by Colen Lococo and The Revolving Birds.
    Like what you hear? Helped by what you heard? Have something to share?
    https://www.patreon.com/parentlesspodcast
    Instagram: @parentlesspodcast
    Voicemail: 623.396.6069
    You are not alone.
    1 hr 1 min
  • Victor Cabrera, Unsolved Homicide
    This weeks case load.
    Aalyah Rapalo
    Britney Mitchell
    Christina Cris Pratt
    Jason Lee Johnson
    Dolly Bakery Murders
    Jesus Avila Galvin JR
    Kendra Lee Torres
    Spencer Hewitt
    Victor Cabrera
    Vivian Irene Botz
    New cases discussed each week.
    Follow us on fb and twitter.
    Instagram: @kansasmissingandunsolved
    Support the show by visiting https://www.patreon.com/kmupod
    This is a Back Home Media production, recorded and produced in Phoenix, AZ.
    https://www.backhomemedia.com/ks-missing-unsolved
    1 hr 20 min
  • Darin Ashworth
    It took some doing but we were finally able to locate Darin Ashworth. Turns out not much has changed. Still a teacher, Still a coach. Only now he has a beautiful wife and 3 little rugrats chasing him around.

    Check out this long overdue reunion.

    This is a Back Home Media production, recorded and produced in Phoenix, AZ.

    https://www.patreon.com/fatkidaz

    https://www.backhomemedia.com/elkharttapes

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    1 hr 3 min
  • Chase AKA Jason of The Felon & The Librarian
    Chase AKA Jason of The Felon & The Librarian joins Derek in the studio this week to share his journey through being a well off Jewish kid, selling his mom's belongings door to door in his neighborhood, through meth to prison and now the beyond.
    Chase is married to Stefanie, the Librarian in their up and coming podcast, The Felon and The Librarian. They have a new baby and are a happily blended family, living the life of a successful ex-felon turned legit businessman.
    Chase touches the tip of the iceberg when it comes to his mental health. Derek still doesn't know what's wrong with Chase, which begs for a part 2 in the future.
    Make sure you check out Chase and Stefanie's podcast!
    Instagram: @thefelonandthelibrarian
    Website: https://www.thefelonandthelibrarian.com/
    This is a Back Home Media production, recorded and produced in Phoenix, AZ.
    Visit www.backhomemedia.com for a variety of entertaining podcasts, livestreams and more.
    Host Derek Evan Releford
    Instagram: @somethings_wrng
    1 hr 35 min
  • Wichita Is Missing
    This weeks case load:
    Abriana C Garcia
    Adam Gragg
    Addison Shane Walcher
    Amanda M Chaves
    Araraya C Aguilar
    Blake Pope
    Carma Harris
    Cehara Aiko Briscoe
    Jaidyn Maher
    James Hubbard
    Josheph Collins
    Karly Renae Estes
    Lashaya Stine
    Maggie Dees
    Mykenzie Ashlyn Fay Johnson
    Nancy Miller
    Tyler Armour
    Tyler Fraley
    Waylon Patrick Fort
    New cases discussed every week.
    Instagram: @kansasmissingandunsolved
    https://www.patreon.com/kmupod
    This is a Back Home Media production, recorded and produced in Phoenix, AZ.
    https://www.backhomemedia.com/ks-missing-unsolved
    1 hr 7 min
  • Lady Wildcat Country
    Tonight in the Free Zone: State Basketball, The Western Kansas high school coaching carousel, Spring sports outlook, and more...
    Tune in tonight at 8:00 In the Free Zone with Norm.
    For more information visit www.backhomemedia.com
    1 hr 10 min
  • I Could Hear Her Voice
    33, I Could Hear Her Voice
    Mother. Wife. Daughter. Motherless Daughter. Author. Public Speaker. Cancer Thriver.
    Dara Kurtz is all of these things and so much more. She has had many experiences in her life that have brought her to a low point, however her Thriving spirit has enabled her to face each challenge head on and eventually get through to the other side of each experience.
    Two weeks after Dara gave birth to her first daughter, her Mom passed away from cancer. Dara tried to distract herself from the grief, pain, and loss by throwing herself into motherhood and her job. She had her best year in her career that year.
    Dara has since left her career and given herself the space, time and opportunity to make peace with her mothers death and to talk with others about it as well.
    Dara also had cancer herself, which sent her into a new journey of grief and learning.
    Advice from Dara: Write letters to your loved ones now, while you can. The handwritten word holds a lot of power for Dara.
    There are 3 kinds of letters: Just Because, Special Occasion, and The Legacy letter.
    Dara has written several books and has several tools available for those dealing with cancer, grief and loss.
    Books:
    I Am My Mother's Daughter: Wisdom on Life, Loss and Love
    Crush Cancer: Personal Enlightenment From A Cancer Survivor
    Crush Cancer Workbook
    Books can be found on Amazon, or through her website.
    Instagram: @crazyperflife
    Facebook: Crazy Perfect Life
    Website: https://crazyperfectlife.com/
    Podcast Spotlight:
    Thrive The Podcast with Garth and Dara
    Part of life is facing and overcoming challenges. This podcast helps listeners overcome whatever challenges they might encounter. Join Dara and Garth as well as inspirational guests who are change leaders in the world.
    Hosts: Garth Callaghan and Dara Kurtz
    Instagram: @napkinnotesdad @crazyperflife
    This is a Back Home Media production, recorded and produced in Phoenix, AZ.
    Music by Colen Lococo and The Revolving Birds.
    Like what you hear? Helped by what you heard? Have something to share?
    https://www.patreon.com/parentlesspodcast
    Instagram: @parentlesspodcast
    Voicemail: 623.396.6069
    You are not alone.
    1 hr

About The Elkhart Tapes

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The Elkhart Tapes is a podcast hosted by Derek Releford that dives into the rich history of the small town of Elkhart, Kansas. With 50 episodes available, the podcast features interviews with both…