The Heart of the Story with Gary Metivier

A combat veteran has found a way to help himself and others heal from injuries and his re-integration struggles. 

Kevin Huggins loves trains--big and small. See how he has taken this hobby and transformed his life with model trains and tracks. He is sharing his passion hoping to create a spark in those who see it --young and old alike.

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 A police officer uses social media tools to try to connect while working through the challenges of wearing the blue in tough times.

Three GOLD STAR children share their brave stories of sacrifice, loss and inspiration after losing a parent in service to our country. Please listen and share.

You can see their stories on Gary Metivier youtube channel as well. https://youtu.be/iLp4o1YpRh8

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Original Score by Roger Metivier

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Three GOLD STAR children share their brave stories of sacrifice, loss and inspiration after losing a parent in service to our country. Please listen and share.

You can see their stories on Gary Metivier youtube channel as well. https://youtu.be/iLp4o1YpRh8

Edited By Ryan Beintema @rbp7

Executive Producer/Host Gary Metivier http://metiviermedia.com/

Find us on facebook https://www.facebook.com/metiviermedia/

Original Score by Roger Metivier

Thanks to our sponsors —

Blackhawk Bank and Trust https://www.choosethechief.com/

Petersen Plumbing and Heating https://www.facebook.com/PetersenPlumbing/

Morrison Community Hospital https://morrisonhospital.com/

Three GOLD STAR children share their brave stories of sacrifice, loss and inspiration after losing a parent in service to our country. Please listen and share.

You can see their stories on Gary Metivier youtube channel as well. https://youtu.be/iLp4o1YpRh8

Edited By Ryan Beintema @rbp7

Executive Producer/Host Gary Metivier http://metiviermedia.com/

Find us on facebook https://www.facebook.com/metiviermedia/

Original Score by Roger Metivier

Thanks to our sponsors —

Blackhawk Bank and Trust https://www.choosethechief.com/

Petersen Plumbing and Heating https://www.facebook.com/PetersenPlumbing/

Morrison Community Hospital https://morrisonhospital.com/

A father and community leader came home from a war zone to live the American Dream. But as he started a new career and a family, he was haunted by the interpreters that helped him get safely home, but were left behind.

As he gets word one of them is now potentially headed for safety, he weighs in on the current exit from Afghanistan.

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Edited by Ryan Beintema

They have been bringing fun and games to fairs big and small for decades. We go behind the scenes to see what life is like running a carnival. 

A young man and his prized steer Chuck are looking to make history while raising awareness and money for the Ronald McDonald House.

Director, filmmaker, writer--(you name it) Candy Cain is celebrating her tenth feature film! In this The Heart of the Story she takes us behind the scenes into this unique world.

The journey continues for Dan Plys as he attempts to ride along the entire length of the Mississippi River on a skateboard. He is testing himself while raising awareness for hungry kids and meeting so many interesting people along the way. 

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Patriot Hunts hosts events around the country for veterans, first responders and families of those lost in service to others.

We take you along on a trip along the Mighty Mississippi to hear how the great outdoors is being used to help heal.

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Original Score by Roger Metivier

Raised on a family farm, Holly never imagined herself drawn into the world of truck and tractor pulls. Never imagined she would be working side-by-side with her husband/best friend in a sport where power and skill are tested most weekends. But she is behind the wheel of a turbo-powered truck. Together they just keep winning.

Adrianna Timmerman comes from a long line of racers. Inspired by her grandmother and fueled by her dad, this teen is taking the Outlaw kart track by storm.

In this The Heart of the Story she explains her drive and how a friend lost to cancer is motivating to her to give everything she has. Thanks to her dad Brett for his support and additional video and photos. subscribe here

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She was born in a war-torn nation. Her mother immediately went into hiding with her. Determined to make a life for herself, and now her children, Christine Etima Colbenson began a journey of discovery. She is now helping and inspiring others just like her.

In this The Heart of the Story with Gary Metivier we take you fishing with College Champion Ben Ford. Ben gives us an inside look at what it takes to win the big competition, what he loves about being on the water and how some are making big bucks in this growing national sport.

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Teen Racer takes on the big boys. From a call from Nascar to the lure of dirt track racing, high schooler Tegan Evans has shifted gears and is showing no signs of slowing down. We met her two years ago when she was traveling each weekend with her dad to racetracks all around the area. Now she is in a bigger car racing at bigger venues--pursuing her dream to become a pro driver. 

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In this The Heart of the Story w/ Gary Metivier podcast we take you inside the world of ice harvesting with the amish. Photographer David Marvitz survived cancer. Part of his therapy is his work capturing unique images like ice harvesting. He takes us along on his journey that few are allowed to take into the world of the Amish through his lenses. 

Nick Stoop says he really doesn't have a nickname, but after his appearance on the dirt-covered Nascar track in Bristol, Tennessee, people are calling him "The Legend." He says he had the ugliest and slowest car out there, but he was there on the track, making his own history. His story has gone viral but as he talks with us via a weak internet connecting from his garage, Nick is just what you see--a down home. hard working country boy who is just out to have a little fun and using his new moment in the spotlight to help group the sport he loves.

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Original Score by Roger Metivier

see Nick on our youtube channel too https://youtu.be/2wjQeZ01vNc

Behind every great racecar driver is a team of people working so hard behind the scenes. After a showing at Bristol Motor Speedway launched Nick Stoop into the limelight for his 'unique' style, his team has been working overtime. Brittany Bryan found herself handling the now-viral racer who doesn't even have a smartphone. She shares what the past few days has been like for her and "the legend."

Also at Bristol--check out our interview with 12-year old Trey Mills who just made history at Bristol 

https://theheartofthestory.libsyn.com/ep-75-bristol-boy-wondertrey-mills-the-future

and

listen also to Ken Schrader https://theheartofthestory.libsyn.com/episode-35-ken-schrader-an-inside-track-on-racing

and Bobby Pierce https://theheartofthestory.libsyn.com/episode-34-bobby-pierce-hots-podcast

and watch youtube racing stories https://youtu.be/Lofd0dhLO-4