Wes and Shelly Share

By Wes and Shelly Share

Wes and Shelly Fryer share about outdoor adventures, healthy life habits, parenting and marriage, navigating the opportunities and challenges of the empty nest.... more

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The podcast currently has 41 episodes available.

Wes and Shelly Share episodes:

January 05, 2025 Ep 31 : 2024 Highlights #wsshare
In this January 4th, 2025 episode of 'Wes and Shelly Share,' Wes and Shelly Fryer recount some key moments from 2024, focusing on teaching experiences and cherished family times. They discuss memorable occasions like collaborating with colleagues, the June 2024 SPACE conference at Kennedy Space Center, and various family visits and vacations. The episode also delves into Shelly's passion for space education and Wes's highlights in middle school teaching. The couple concludes by sharing their Christmas and Thanksgiving experiences, and outlining their goals for 2025. Access links to connect with us on www.shellyfryer.com/podcast.
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50min
October 27, 2024Ep 30 Pre-Election Time Capsule and Bedtime Book Memories
In this 30th episode of “Wes and Shelly Share” from October 26, 2024, just a week and a half away from our momentous national, state and local elections, we recorded a bit of a “time capsule” about things we are thinking and advice we would offer to our children in this momentous time. After half time, we focused on more positive thoughts, recalling memories of bedtime routines with our kids when they were very little and books as well as songs we remember sharing with them. If you’re listening, please share some feedback with us, either as a comment on Facebook or by reaching out in another way. All the links to connect with us as well as access other episodes of our podcast are available on: https://www.shellyfryer.com/podcast/.
00:00 Welcome and Introduction

00:24 A Perfect Saturday

01:35 Yard Work and Outdoor Activities

03:06 A Day at the Dog Park

05:00 Fall Weather and Reflections

07:05 Political Climate and Voting

13:11 Concerns About Political Violence

20:12 Messages to Our Children

23:51 The Importance of Communication

28:33 Reflecting on Family Connections

29:25 Halftime Break and Funnel Cake Ad

31:11 Memories of Bedtime Routines

35:48 Cherished Bedtime Stories

43:53 Singing and Family Traditions

49:27 Concluding Thoughts and Podcast Outro
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51min
September 16, 2024 Ep 29: Fall Traditions and Memories
In this episode of Wes and Shelly Share, Wes and Shelly take you back in time to reminisce about their favorite fall traditions and memories. From enjoying chicken soup recipes to picturesque maple trees in Manhattan, Kansas, and pumpkin patches in Floydada, Texas, they cover a range of nostalgic family customs. They also reflect on the importance of teaching history, share entertaining memories of Halloween costumes, and discuss the joy of having campfires. Tune in for a heartwarming and reflective podcast episode as they celebrate the beauty and traditions of the fall season.

00:00 Introduction and Setting the Scene
01:34 Fall Memories and Traditions
02:19 Childhood Memories in Manhattan, Kansas
04:22 Fall Activities and Family Traditions
06:14 Halloween and Pumpkin Patches
13:26 Football and Family Gatherings
18:55 Reflecting on Past Fall Memories
20:23 New Fall Traditions and Experiences
20:47 Fryer's Funnel Cakes: A Sweet Tradition
22:27 Embracing the Beauty of North Carolina's Fall
25:23 Planning Future Fall Adventures
25:51 Cherishing Family and Flexibility
34:51 Exploring Historical Brattonsville
39:17 Teaching and Enjoying Space and Legos
40:33 Concluding Thoughts and Podcast Information

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43min
August 04, 2024 Ep 28 Summer Book Reads and Podcast Listens
In Episode 28 of 'Wes and Shelly Share,' dated August 3rd, 2024, Wes and Shelly dive into their favorite summer reads, recount an adventurous day at Stevens Creek and the Waxhaw Farmer's Market, and share updates on their publishing journey on Spotify. They discuss their differing book tastes, with Wes leaning towards nonfiction like 'Invisible Rulers' by Renee DiResta and 'The New Superpower for Women' by Steve Cardian, while Shelly highlights her love for science fiction and fantasy with books by Sarah J. Maas and Michael J. Sullivan. The episode also covers their enriching experience at the Kennedy Space Center and features a segment on their favorite podcasts, including 'Hard Fork,' 'Oprah's SuperSoul,' and 'Are We There Yet?'. Join them for an insightful discussion on books, safety, space education, and more. (Links to all referenced books / podcasts / websites are available!)

00:00 Introduction and Today's Agenda
00:22 Morning Adventures and Farmer's Market Visit
01:03 Podcasting Challenges and Summer Book Reads
02:23 Wes's Non-Fiction Book: Invisible Rulers
07:08 Shelly's Fiction Book: Throne of Glass Series
14:04 Wes's Non-Fiction Book: The New Superpower for Women
22:34 Shelly's Historical Fiction: A Gentleman in Moscow
32:41 Blue Collar Workers and Fine Dining
33:30 Communism and Equality
34:02 Appreciation for Fine Literature
34:42 Top Superpowers for Women
38:46 Book Recommendations
48:11 Kennedy Space Center Experience
54:18 Favorite Podcasts
01:05:18 Conclusion and Outro
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1h 8min
July 04, 2024 Ep 27: Caldwell Dreams and The Chosen Season 4
In our 27th episode, Shelly responds to several questions posed by her new church committee at Caldwell Presbyterian Church, “Discovery and Engagement.” She discusses her dreams for Caldwell Church, our wider church community, and the church universal. We also discuss the wonderful TV series, “The Chosen,” and specifically reflect on highlights that stood out for us in season 4, which we just finished last night.
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43min
May 28, 2024 Ep 26 Yellowstone and Teton Memories
It’s been three months since our last podcast! In this show, we reflect on memories of our first outdoor adventure together in the summer of 1995. We went on a five day and four night backpacking trip in the Tetons, and later visited Yellowstone National Park and Cody, Wyoming. We also share about things we are looking forward to in the summer of 2024. Please subscribe to our podcast and share us with others. Follow us on Facebook for updates!
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35min
February 26, 2024 Ep 25 Winter 2024 Updates and Black History
This 25th podcast episode includes updates for winter 2024 about our recent trip to our friends’ farm in Virginia, a trip to Durham, North Carolina, and Duke University to hear the dean of the Air Force Academy talk with our parent group. In part two, we share reflections on our learning about black history and racial healing this past year and specifically this past month. Visit shellyfryer.com/podcast for subscription links to our show. Visit the resources page of HealOurCulture.org for links to many of the books and organizations referenced in part two of our show this week. Please let us know if you are listening and if you have feedback! The best way to do that is to follow us on Facebook and comment there. Go outside, keep exploring, and stay curious!
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50min
January 15, 2024 Ep 24: Holiday Recap and 2024 Priorities
It’s 2024! Welcome to episode 24 of the “Wes and Shelly Share podcast,” where we reflect on our journey as “empty nesters” living in North Carolina. In this episode, we discuss some highlights from our holidays in December 2023, and in part two reflect on our priorities for the coming year in 2024. You can access links to our referenced show notes as well as links to listen to us on multiple platforms on https://shellyfryer.com/podcast. Please let us know if you’re listening and if you have any feedback or questions! We hope your 2024 is off to a great start! “Go outside, stay curious, and keep exploring!”
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53min
November 27, 2023 Ep 23: From IAD to DEN, OKC to CLT
In this episode, we are joined by our youngest daughter, Rachel, as we reflect on changes in the past year as she has moved from flying out of Dulles iInternational Airport to Denver Colorado. We also reflect on differences in celebrating Thanksgiving in Oklahoma City, and now in Matthews, North Carolina. (In the greater Charlotte metro area.) We each share a Wonder Link, and our episode Wander Link is Hawkers Restaurant in uptown Charlotte. Please visit shellyfryer.com/podcast for links to connect with us!
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38min
October 21, 2023 Ep 22: Grandparent Memories
Welcome to Episode 22 of Wes and Shelly Share, recorded at Anne Springs Close Greenway in South Carolina, just outside Fort Mill. In this episode, we mainly share memories of both our grandparents, who were from Dalhart, Texas, Powell, Wyoming, and Abilene, Texas. We also share some updates, including Shelly‘s, temporary promotion to full-time classroom teacher at our school, continued progress towards our new funnel cake business, and a few other things. Our wonder links are some favorite podcasts we’ve been listening to lately, and our wander link is the Forest Trail Coffee House, in Mint Hill, North Carolina. You can find links to connect with us on social media on shellyfryer.com/podcast. Please let us know you are listening and share any feedback you have with us on our Facebook page or other social media channels we update. Remember to go outside, stay curious, and have adventures!
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39min

FAQs about Wes and Shelly Share:

How many episodes does Wes and Shelly Share have?

The podcast currently has 41 episodes available.