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THE WACO EXPERIENCE episodes
- What it Means to Be Texan - Emily Kirtner
Visit our website: https://www.thewacoexperience.com/
Host D. Scott Smith of "The WACO EXPERIENCE, An American Story" each week brings interviews with leaders in business, government, and non-profit organizations. They all have the same goal: making nice communities. Each of these groups provide jobs, products & services, and infrastructure for citizens.
Visit our sponsors by clicking this link: https://www.thewacoexperience.com/sponsors
This week: North Crest RV Park owner: Emily Kirtner.
https://northcrestrvpark.com/
Sponsored by:
- Ray's Automotive Specialists: FixMyCarRay.com
- Heart of Texas TV - Indoor Digital Billboards: hotdigitaltv.com/
- The WACO Independent Film Festival - WACOINDIE.com
- Christian Family Law Solutions: https://1c6.law
- Independent Planner (notebook style planner to supplement the digital calendar of independent thinkers and entrepreneurs) Independent-Planner.com
- The Book, "Networking for Students" https://networkingforstudentsbook.com
#theWACOexperience #radioshow #KBBW #motivationallistener #dscottscottsmith #todaysoffice #talkshow #1000thanks #WACO #WacoTexas
29 min - Community Volunteer Christine A. Smith
Visit our website: https://www.thewacoexperience.com/
Host D. Scott Smith of "The WACO EXPERIENCE, An American Story" each week brings interviews with leaders in business, government, and non-profit organizations. They all have the same goal: building a strong community. Each of these groups provide jobs, products & services, and infrastructure for citizens.
Visit our sponsors by clicking this link: https://www.thewacoexperience.com/sponsors
Waco lost a remarkable person on May 5, 2026: Community volunteer and entrepreneur Christine A. Smith had a 3 week battle with cancer. In this episode we reprise our conversation of how she integrated into a community where she did not even know one person when she moved to Waco. Christine had a dramatic impact on the people of this community in the brief 19 she lived here. I trust you will rejoice with me in a life well lived. I know her best, we were married for 42 years.
💬 "We moved to Waco...for the people." - Christine A. Smith
🎧 Listen now on The WACO Experience: An American Story wherever you get your podcasts.
Runtime: 28 minutes, 30 seconds
Originally aired on KBBW Radio at 8:30 AM, Saturday, January 10, 2026 (episode 67), and replayed in a revised version May 16, 2026.
- This episode is sponsored by:
- FullPotentialAccelerator.com
- PresentGifting.com
- Heart of Texas TV – Indoor Digital Billboards
- Quality Cabinets - Delivery when you are ready. QualityCabinetsTX.com
- Independent Planner – For Independent Thinkers Independent-Planner.colm
- The book, Networking for Students
📻 The WACO Experience: An American Story airs Saturdays at 8:30 AM on KBBW Radio – 105.9 FM in Waco, 101.3 FM in Killeen-Temple, 100.3 FM in Round Rock-Austin, and everywhere on the legendary 1010 AM. #theWACOexperience #radioshow #KBBW #motivationalListener #DScottSmith #TodaysOffice #TalkShow #1000thanks #Waco #WacoTexas #podcast
29 min - Ty Kemper: Tribal Proving Ground
Visit our website: https://www.thewacoexperience.com/
Host D. Scott Smith of "The WACO EXPERIENCE, An American Story" each week brings interviews with leaders in business, government, and non-profit organizations. They all have the same goal: building a strong community. Each of these groups provide jobs, products & services, and infrastructure for citizens.
Visit our sponsors by clicking this link: https://www.thewacoexperience.com/sponsors
Navy Veteran:Ty Kemper of Tribal Proving Ground - Brotherhood of the Uncommon Few. It is a one-day, veteran-led bootcamp where you embrace the suck—and earn a brotherhood most men never experience.🎧 Listen now to The WACO Experience: An American Story wherever you get your podcasts.Runtime: 28 minutes, 30 seconds
Originally aired on KBBW Radio at 8:30 AM, Saturday, April 18th, 2026.
This episode is sponsored by:
- Quality Cabinets - Modern Design. Everyday comfort.
- Christian Family Law: https://1c6.law/
- Ray's Automotive: https://www.fixmycarray.com/
- Military Creator Con April 16-18, 2026. Use code scotts10 for a discount.
- PresentGifting.com
- ChordBuddy.com Guitar & Ukulele Learning System
- Bitty & Beau's Coffee, Waco
- Heart of Texas TV – Indoor Digital Billboards
- Independent Planner – For Independent Thinkers
- The book, Networking for Students
📻 The WACO Experience: An American Story airs Saturdays at 8:30 AM on KBBW Radio – 105.9 FM in Waco, 101.3 FM in Killeen-Temple, 100.3 FM in Round Rock-Austin, and everywhere on the legendary 1010 AM.
#theWACOexperience #radioshow #KBBW #motivationalListener #DScottSmith #TodaysOffice #TalkShow #1000thanks #Waco #WacoTexas #podcast
29 min - Lydia Tate of KWBU Public Radio
Visit our website: https://www.thewacoexperience.com/
Host D. Scott Smith of "The WACO EXPERIENCE, An American Story" each week brings interviews with leaders in business, government, and non-profit organizations. They all have the same goal: building a strong community. Each of these groups provide jobs, products & services, and infrastructure for citizens.
Visit our sponsors by clicking this link: https://www.thewacoexperience.com/sponsors
Lydia Tate has deep business and non-profit experience which she now brings as the CEO/President of KWBU Waco Public Radio.🎧 Listen now to The WACO Experience: An American Story wherever you get your podcasts.Runtime: 28 minutes, 30 seconds
Originally aired on KBBW Radio at 8:30 AM, Saturday, April 11th, 2026.
This episode is sponsored by:
- Quality Cabinets - Modern Design. Everyday comfort.
- Christian Family Law: https://1c6.law/
- Ray's Automotive: https://www.fixmycarray.com/
- Military Creator Con April 16-18, 2026. Use code scotts10 for a discount.
- PresentGifting.com
- ChordBuddy.com Guitar & Ukulele Learning System
- Bitty & Beau's Coffee, Waco
- Heart of Texas TV – Indoor Digital Billboards
- Independent Planner – For Independent Thinkers
- The book, Networking for Students
📻 The WACO Experience: An American Story airs Saturdays at 8:30 AM on KBBW Radio – 105.9 FM in Waco, 101.3 FM in Killeen-Temple, 100.3 FM in Round Rock-Austin, and everywhere on the legendary 1010 AM.
#theWACOexperience #radioshow #KBBW #motivationalListener #DScottSmith #TodaysOffice #TalkShow #1000thanks #Waco #WacoTexas #podcast
29 min - Texas Music Cafe - Part 2
Visit our website: https://www.thewacoexperience.com/
Host D. Scott Smith of "The WACO EXPERIENCE, An American Story" each week brings interviews with leaders in business, government, and non-profit organizations. They all have the same goal: building a strong community. Each of these groups provide jobs, products & services, and infrastructure for citizens.
Visit our sponsors by clicking this link: https://www.thewacoexperience.com/sponsors
Part 2 with Chris Ermoian, Founder and Executive Producer of Texas Music Cafe. Founded in 1997 - this Waco music experience was broadcast into 90 million homes each week. Many Grammy winners have graced the stages of TCM. TexasMusicCafe.org🎧 Listen now to The WACO Experience: An American Story wherever you get your podcasts.Runtime: 28 minutes, 30 seconds
Originally aired on KBBW Radio at 8:30 AM, Saturday, April 4th, 2026.
This episode is sponsored by:
- Quality Cabinets - Modern Design. Everyday comfort.
- Christian Family Law: https://1c6.law/
- Ray's Automotive: https://www.fixmycarray.com/
- Military Creator Con April 16-18, 2026. Use code scotts10 for a discount.
- PresentGifting.com
- ChordBuddy.com Guitar & Ukulele Learning System
- Bitty & Beau's Coffee, Waco
- Heart of Texas TV – Indoor Digital Billboards
- Independent Planner – For Independent Thinkers
- The book, Networking for Students
📻 The WACO Experience: An American Story airs Saturdays at 8:30 AM on KBBW Radio – 105.9 FM in Waco, 101.3 FM in Killeen-Temple, 100.3 FM in Round Rock-Austin, and everywhere on the legendary 1010 AM.
#theWACOexperience #radioshow #KBBW #motivationalListener #DScottSmith #TodaysOffice #TalkShow #1000thanks #Waco #WacoTexas #podcast
29 min - Chris Ermoian of Texas Music Cafe Part 1
Visit our website: https://www.thewacoexperience.com/
Host D. Scott Smith of "The WACO EXPERIENCE, An American Story" each week brings interviews with leaders in business, government, and non-profit organizations. They all have the same goal: building a strong community. Each of these groups provide jobs, products & services, and infrastructure for citizens.
Visit our sponsors by clicking this link: https://www.thewacoexperience.com/sponsors
Chris Ermoian, Founder and Executive Producer of Texas Music Cafe. Founded in 1997 - this Waco music experience was broadcast into 90 million homes each week. Many Grammy winners have graced the stages of TCM. TexasMusicCafe.org
🎧 Listen now to The WACO Experience: An American Story wherever you get your podcasts.Runtime: 28 minutes, 30 seconds
Originally aired on KBBW Radio at 8:30 AM, Saturday, March 28th, 2026.
This episode is sponsored by:
- Christian Family Law: https://1c6.law/
- Military Creator Con April 16-18, 2026. Use code scotts10 for a discount.
- PresentGifting.com
- ChordBuddy.com Guitar & Ukulele Learning System
- Bitty & Beau's Coffee, Waco
- Heart of Texas TV – Indoor Digital Billboards
- Quality Cabinets - Delivery when you are ready.
- Independent Planner – For Independent Thinkers
- The book, Networking for Students
📻 The WACO Experience: An American Story airs Saturdays at 8:30 AM on KBBW Radio – 105.9 FM in Waco, 101.3 FM in Killeen-Temple, 100.3 FM in Round Rock-Austin, and everywhere on the legendary 1010 AM.
#theWACOexperience #radioshow #KBBW #motivationalListener #DScottSmith #TodaysOffice #TalkShow #1000thanks #Waco #WacoTexas #podcast
29 min - James Battle
Visit our website: https://www.thewacoexperience.com/
Host D. Scott Smith of "The WACO EXPERIENCE, An American Story" each week brings interviews with leaders in business, government, and non-profit organizations. They all have the same goal: building a strong community. Each of these groups provide jobs, products & services, and infrastructure for citizens.
Visit our sponsors by clicking this link: https://www.thewacoexperience.com/sponsors
James Battle is an entrepreneur and retired US Army helicopter pilot. He owns Heart of Texas TV Indoor Billboards. We are reprising this episode in support of Military Creator Con.
🎧 Listen now to The WACO Experience: An American Story wherever you get your podcasts.Runtime: 28 minutes, 30 seconds
Originally aired on KBBW Radio at 8:30 AM, Saturday, March 21st, 2026.
This episode is sponsored by:
- Christian Family Law: https://1c6.law/
- Military Creator Con April 16-18, 2026. Use code scotts10 for a discount.
- PresentGifting.com
- ChordBuddy.com Guitar & Ukulele Learning System
- Bitty & Beau's Coffee, Waco
- Heart of Texas TV – Indoor Digital Billboards
- Quality Cabinets - Delivery when you are ready.
- Independent Planner – For Independent Thinkers
- The book, Networking for Students
📻 The WACO Experience: An American Story airs Saturdays at 8:30 AM on KBBW Radio – 105.9 FM in Waco, 101.3 FM in Killeen-Temple, 100.3 FM in Round Rock-Austin, and everywhere on the legendary 1010 AM.
#theWACOexperience #radioshow #KBBW #motivationalListener #DScottSmith #TodaysOffice #TalkShow #1000thanks #Waco #WacoTexas #podcast
29 min - Jenny Higginbotham
Visit our website: https://www.thewacoexperience.com/
Host D. Scott Smith of "The WACO EXPERIENCE, An American Story" each week brings interviews with leaders in business, government, and non-profit organizations. They all have the same goal: building a strong community. Each of these groups provide jobs, products & services, and infrastructure for citizens.
Visit our sponsors by clicking this link: https://www.thewacoexperience.com/sponsors
Jenny Higginbotham of 610FIT.com. Integrating complete fitness: physical, mental, and spiritual. Jenny has a big vision for the Waco with the Temple Restoration Project.
🎧 Listen now to The WACO Experience: An American Story wherever you get your podcasts.Runtime: 28 minutes, 30 seconds
Originally aired on KBBW Radio at 8:30 AM, Saturday, March 7th, 2026.
This episode is sponsored by:
- Christian Family Law: https://1c6.law/
- Military Creator Con April 16-18, 2026. Use code scotts10 for a discount.
- PresentGifting.com
- ChordBuddy.com Guitar & Ukulele Learning System
- Bitty & Beau's Coffee, Waco
- Heart of Texas TV – Indoor Digital Billboards
- Quality Cabinets - Delivery when you are ready.
- Independent Planner – For Independent Thinkers
- The book, Networking for Students
📻 The WACO Experience: An American Story airs Saturdays at 8:30 AM on KBBW Radio – 105.9 FM in Waco, 101.3 FM in Killeen-Temple, 100.3 FM in Round Rock-Austin, and everywhere on the legendary 1010 AM.
#theWACOexperience #radioshow #KBBW #motivationalListener #DScottSmith #TodaysOffice #TalkShow #1000thanks #Waco #WacoTexas #podcast
29 min - Military Creator Con - James Van Prooyen
Visit our website: https://www.thewacoexperience.com/
Host D. Scott Smith of "The WACO EXPERIENCE, An American Story" each week brings interviews with leaders in business, government, and non-profit organizations. They all have the same goal: building a strong community. Each of these groups provide jobs, products & services, and infrastructure for citizens.
Visit our sponsors by clicking this link: https://www.thewacoexperience.com/sponsors
James Van Prooyen, Entrepreneur & Co-Founder Military Creator Con. Master Sergeant (Ret.), Air Force is this week's guest. James is a 20-year retired US Air Force combat veteran, who since leaving the Military in 2015 has translated these extensive skills to create and cultivate a vast network with the goal of connecting people.
🎧 Listen now to The WACO Experience: An American Story wherever you get your podcasts.Runtime: 28 minutes, 30 seconds
Originally aired on KBBW Radio at 8:30 AM, Saturday, March 7th, 2026.
This episode is sponsored by:
- Christian Family Law: https://1c6.law/
- Military Creator Con April 16-18, 2026. Use code scotts10 for a discount.
- PresentGifting.com
- ChordBuddy.com Guitar & Ukulele Learning System
- Bitty & Beau's Coffee, Waco
- Heart of Texas TV – Indoor Digital Billboards
- Quality Cabinets - Delivery when you are ready.
- Independent Planner – For Independent Thinkers
- The book, Networking for Students
📻 The WACO Experience: An American Story airs Saturdays at 8:30 AM on KBBW Radio – 105.9 FM in Waco, 101.3 FM in Killeen-Temple, 100.3 FM in Round Rock-Austin, and everywhere on the legendary 1010 AM.
#theWACOexperience #radioshow #KBBW #motivationalListener #DScottSmith #TodaysOffice #TalkShow #1000thanks #Waco #WacoTexas #podcast
29 min - Bryson Jackson - from Baylor Football to Business
Visit our website: https://www.thewacoexperience.com/
Host D. Scott Smith of "The WACO EXPERIENCE, An American Story" each week brings interviews with leaders in business, government, and non-profit organizations. They all have the same goal: building a strong community. Each of these groups provide jobs, products & services, and infrastructure for citizens.
Visit our sponsors by clicking this link: https://www.thewacoexperience.com/sponsors
Bryson Jackson - former Baylor Football standout to business professional. In this episode we hear how Bryson's on-field journey assists his mission in business.
🎧 Listen now to The WACO Experience: An American Story wherever you get your podcasts.Runtime: 28 minutes, 30 seconds
Originally aired on KBBW Radio at 8:30 AM, Saturday, February 28th, 2026.
This episode is sponsored by:
- Military Creator Con April 16-18, 2026. Use code scotts10 for a discount.
- PresentGifting.com
- ChordBuddy.com Guitar & Ukulele Learning System
- Bitty & Beau's Coffee, Waco
- Heart of Texas TV – Indoor Digital Billboards
- Quality Cabinets - Delivery when you are ready.
- Independent Planner – For Independent Thinkers
- The book, Networking for Students
📻 The WACO Experience: An American Story airs Saturdays at 8:30 AM on KBBW Radio – 105.9 FM in Waco, 101.3 FM in Killeen-Temple, 100.3 FM in Round Rock-Austin, and everywhere on the legendary 1010 AM.
#theWACOexperience #radioshow #KBBW #motivationalListener #DScottSmith #TodaysOffice #TalkShow #1000thanks #Waco #WacoTexas #podcast
29 min
About THE WACO EXPERIENCE
From the publisher's feed
An American Story – in Waco, Texas. The City of Waco is celebrating a significant anniversary – the 175th. Established in1849, Waco is a prospering community. This show is broadcast on KBBW from Waco in Central Texas and as a podcast.
I’m D. Scott Smith, a new resident to Waco, inspired to create this radio program and podcast based on my many years of involvement with chambers of commerce. It’s been my experience that the local chamber is the one place in the universe where leaders from business, government, and non-profit organizations sit at the same table with the same goal: building nice communities.
Each of these groups are necessary to reach that goal…and each has a different set of tools. Working together they provide jobs, products & services, and infrastructure for the citizens.
In this program I interview leaders from businesses, our local governments, and non-profit organizations to gain insight, learn what is available, and…perhaps, get a little peek behind the scenes. You’ll get to know the people and their stories. Along the way, you may just learn more about yourself and your community.
The Waco Experience is an American story. And though the individuals I speak with represent the Greater Waco area in Central Texas, this story is repeated in communities across America. Businesses, governments, and non-profit groups working together for a more perfect union; promoting the general welfare, and securing the blessings of liberty.
Seventy-three years after the founding of the United States of America, and 175 years ago, Waco, Texas was founded. A growing community. Like all communities, people have endured hardships and celebrated abundance. Wherever you live, the story of Waco is your story.
I look forward to bringing you conversations with leaders from businesses, local government, and our non-profit community. You’ll discover that the story of Waco, Texas is similar to your own community.
Thank you for joining me on this journey. Waco’s story, much like the story of America herself, is one of growth, resilience, and collaboration. Through the voices of business, government, and non-profit leaders, we will continue to explore how these key players work together to make our communities better places to live and work.
The conversations we have in this program serve as a reminder that while each community is unique, the challenges we face and the solutions we create are universal. Whether you live in Waco or beyond, I know these stories will resonate with you and perhaps even inspire you to become more involved in your own community.
I look forward to bringing you insightful discussions in the episodes ahead. Don’t forget - you can catch The Waco Experience every Saturday morning at 8:30 AM on KBBW in Central Texas (and share this podcast with those you know.)
The Waco Experience, An American Story.