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A Moderately Interesting Podcast

A Moderately Interesting Podcast

By Stephen Scott

A podcast to give a voice for those that don’t have the time to have a voice, this is a moderately interesting podcast. Hosted by Stephen Scott and Derek Ebert who are two guys out here just talking about life, family, and the struggles of being a moderate working adult in a extremist world.
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A Moderately Interesting PodcastJan 06, 2023

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Wentzville School Board Insights: Navigating Reach and the ECC Center - February 2024 Recap

Wentzville School Board Insights: Navigating Reach and the ECC Center - February 2024 Recap

In this episode, Donald, Brian, and I delve into the latest developments from the Wentzville School Board meeting held in February 2024, focusing on two crucial aspects - Reach/ECC initiatives and the lack of consistency of 3 of the board members. Join us as we unpack the discussions, decisions, and future plans surrounding Reach, a program aimed at enhancing educational outreach, and explore the updates and advancements related to the ECC Center. Stay informed about the strides being taken to provide a dynamic and enriching educational experience for the students in Wentzville. Whether you're a parent, educator, or community member, this podcast is your gateway to understanding the pivotal decisions shaping the educational landscape in Wentzville.

Feb 26, 202401:12:31
Voices of Education: David Biesenthal's vision for Wentzville Schools 2024

Voices of Education: David Biesenthal's vision for Wentzville Schools 2024

Join David Biesenthal in this insightful podcast as he dives into his journey running for Wentzville School Board in 2024. Delve into his passion for education, both as an advocate for students and a proponent of public education. Join David as we engage in conversation on education, community involvement, and commitment to fostering a positive impact on students' lives. #wsd #wentzvilleschooldistrict #publiceducation #schoolboardelection

Feb 16, 202450:55
Brad Welsh For WSD 2024

Brad Welsh For WSD 2024

In this episode we sit down with Brad Welsh and talk about his 2024 run for WSD BOE.
Jan 23, 202458:39
REACH ECC pod 2023

REACH ECC pod 2023

In this episode I sit down with Brad Welsh and recap a small part of the WSD BOE open meeting.
Nov 23, 202356:24
Oct WSD BOE meeting reaction and recap

Oct WSD BOE meeting reaction and recap

I sit down with several people who attended the last WSD BOE meeting. Here are their thoughts.
Oct 27, 202302:34:40
WSD BOE Recap for Sept 2023
Sep 25, 202301:03:16
MIZ! ZOU! Pre season talk

MIZ! ZOU! Pre season talk

Derek, Brain, and I sit down and talk Mizzou football and how things are looking.
Aug 14, 202349:11
Summer update

Summer update

Quick summer update and comments on the last school board meeting.
Aug 13, 202316:48
Youth Sports: Baseball

Youth Sports: Baseball

In today’s episode, we sit down with Coach Brian and Coach Travis to talk youth sports; specificity club baseball.
Jun 05, 202301:03:04
Woke: the what, why, and huh???

Woke: the what, why, and huh???

This week launches a new series on buzz words and terms being used by both sides in American society. There are times where someone is talking and I have no idea what a specific term or phrase means. This series will tackle some of the terms. To start, we will discuss woke. What is woke? Where did the term come from? How is it being used today that is different than in prior years?
May 04, 202340:16
A post election interview with Brad Welsh

A post election interview with Brad Welsh

Today we sit down with Brad Welsh for his thoughts on running for school board, the first school board meetings with the new members, and what’s his plans for the next few months.
Apr 25, 202339:17
A moderate hot take on the April election

A moderate hot take on the April election

Derek and I sit down and chat about the election this week and our one year of podcasting.
Apr 07, 202333:11
David and Brad post town hall interview

David and Brad post town hall interview

In todays episode we sat down with Brad Welsh and David Biesenthal to catch up on their run for WSD board of education and discuss the Liberty High School town hall.
Mar 29, 202356:03
Donald Looney Interviews David Biesenthal

Donald Looney Interviews David Biesenthal

Donald interviewed David Biesenthal on Facebook live. Here is that interview.
Feb 28, 202341:31
An interview with David Biesenthal

An interview with David Biesenthal

Tonight we sat down with David Biesenthal and discusses the WSD and his run for BOE from an educators point of view.
Feb 23, 202301:03:06
Have you met Brad Welsh?

Have you met Brad Welsh?

The one and only Donald Looney sat down and interviewed Brad Welsh on FB live. With permission, I stole the audio and am sharing the interview. Here is Donald Looney interviewing Brad Welsh on his stance and views on running for school board.
Feb 21, 202341:11
Pistol Brace Ban and 2A talk

Pistol Brace Ban and 2A talk

On this episode I sit down with my good friend James and we discuss the new pistol brace ban set for by the ATF in Jan 2023. This ban affects 40 million firearm owners in the US changing a once legal item into a felony if you don’t comply with the government. We also dive into some first and second amendment thoughts and perspectives. *We are not attorneys and do not practice law; we just have a lot of opinions and will gladly share them with whomever will listen.
Feb 19, 202357:58
An interview with John Kaelin for WSD BOE

An interview with John Kaelin for WSD BOE

In this episode, we interview John Kaelin who’s running for Wentzville school district BOE. We talk leadership, educators, school choice, and his take on where we are as a school district.
Feb 10, 202301:07:19
The President and his powers: does the POTUS really have that much influence?

The President and his powers: does the POTUS really have that much influence?

In this episode, we sit down with Eric Nowicki and talk the powers of the president of the United States as well as congress and policies in general. How much does POTUS and politicians have with the economy, war, disasters, and the job market?
Feb 09, 202301:37:03
Interview with Brad Welsh for WSD BOE
Jan 24, 202356:22
We’re Talking Practice! Youth sports and getting those kids to practice

We’re Talking Practice! Youth sports and getting those kids to practice

This week the coaches join me on the show to talk youth sports again. This time we chat about practice and how to get a kids butt in the car with ALL of their stuff instead of throwing a fit and refusing to go to practice.
Jan 13, 202359:33
Recruitment and Retention

Recruitment and Retention

From another recycled episode from my other podcast, I go over Recruitment and retention with my recruiter Tracy. We discuss culture and how it can affect your work environment.
Jan 10, 202301:08:20
Pro tip: use a planner

Pro tip: use a planner

As I’m setting up for a Five person in interview this week I decided to recycle some of my episodes on the Frontline Healthcare Leadership podcast.
Jan 08, 202310:10
2023 intro music selection

2023 intro music selection

It’s time to vote…for intro music! I’m testing some mics and playing around with settings this week for upcoming episodes. With 2023 we are looking at changing the intro music, maybe. Here’s a few of the songs sent to me by Travis and one addition he doesn’t know about.
Jan 06, 202309:05
HOAcast

HOAcast

In this episode we talk about a very 1st world problem; HOAs. Really this is me just ranting about oversight and over reaching of HOAs. Nothing big.
Dec 28, 202246:39
Post election thoughts with Jenna and Eric

Post election thoughts with Jenna and Eric

This week we sit down with Jenna and Eric to talk about post election thoughts and what’s next for these two.
Nov 21, 202202:49:21
Podcast recap

Podcast recap

In this episode Derek and I sit down and recap the past few months and talk about the podcast. We wanted to reflect and talk about our experiences since May.
Nov 16, 202233:17
One week until Midterms 2022

One week until Midterms 2022

Brian, Derek, and I sit down with Jenna Roberson a week before Midterm elections and check in to see how things are going and what’s on the ballet.
Nov 02, 202249:21
An interview with Eric Nowicki for MO House of Representatives District 65

An interview with Eric Nowicki for MO House of Representatives District 65

In this weeks episode Derek, Brian, and I sit down and chat with Eric Nowicki who’s running for MO house of Rep district 65 in St Charles County. We talk college, helping the elderly, and how we don’t sound like we think we sound like on recordings.
Sep 29, 202253:60
Jenna Roberson: Candidate for Missouri house district 63
Sep 14, 202201:18:26
9/11 Patriot Day and National day of Service and Remembrance reflection

9/11 Patriot Day and National day of Service and Remembrance reflection

On today’s episode I reflect on the 21st anniversary of 9/11 and my thoughts on the state of things in our country where people are throwing around the word patriot to divide rather than build up. This is a off the cuff episode so my thoughts might not be as well thought out as they should but hopefully you can get something out of the episode. To my friends and team mates still serving our country and their communities; thank you. 343 never forget.
Sep 11, 202210:36
Student loans and the Biden debt forgiveness plan of 2022

Student loans and the Biden debt forgiveness plan of 2022

In this episode Derek, Stephen, and Brian talk student loan forgiveness and the Biden administration’s moves right before an election. We talk through what both conservatives and liberals are saying from the middle of the road viewpoint. Is it good? Is it bad? How are the cardinals doing in the game, Brian?
Aug 31, 202253:35
Youth sports 2022

Youth sports 2022

In today’s episode we talk youth sports with Stephen, Derek, Donald, Brain, and Jason with all the good, bad, and ugly of today’s environment. We have several levels of involvement represented on this episode; from beginners to post kids sports.
Aug 12, 202202:02:31
Episode 7: An interview with Jenna Roberson and Eric Nowicki
Jul 14, 202259:31
An interview with Donald Looney
Jul 06, 202201:34:51
A moderate viewpoint on active shooters and the local community’s response.
Jun 16, 202201:00:22
Sports! Derek and I sit down with Brian to talk St Louis Sports

Sports! Derek and I sit down with Brian to talk St Louis Sports

In today’s episode we’re talking with B Wilga about Mizzou, his time working at the cardinals, and general St Louis sports.
May 26, 202245:41
3 things: technology

3 things: technology

In this episode Derek and I are using a new format where we structure the podcast a bit differently and talk about 3 specific things. The audio is in stereo and I am working on fixing it. We hope you enjoy this episode.
May 20, 202224:19
Bonus music: intro

Bonus music: intro

This is a remix of our intro music. I was able to get two copies of us playing and with some “whiskey and magic” put them together to make a better version. Thanks everyone for taking a listen to us.
May 18, 202205:46
Episode 2: More getting to know us and B Wilga.

Episode 2: More getting to know us and B Wilga.

In this week’s episode Derek and I hit the ground running talking about politics, kids sports, and B Wilga along side our new 3D printed mascot Bob.
May 15, 202232:25
Episode 1: Getting to know us.

Episode 1: Getting to know us.

In this episode Derek and Stephen chat about current events, getting old, and living in a great community as they figure out how to do this podcast thing.
Apr 23, 202240:51
Pilot episode 4.9.22

Pilot episode 4.9.22

Greetings and welcome to the moderately interesting podcast hosted by Stephen Scott and Derek Ebert. We’re a voice for those who are too busy to have a voice. This podcast was created to give your everyday moderate person a place to receive content and ideas that are not far left or far right. We hope you enjoy it. This is our first pilot episode so please allow for some hiccups and fine tuning as we go. Thanks for stopping by and taking a listen.
Apr 10, 202203:40