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The New Directions Podcast

The New Directions Podcast

By Terry Runyan

Kansas City Radio Variety
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The New Directions PodcastAug 25, 2021

The Mother's Day edition

The Mother's Day edition

A ministry update and a sermon for the occasion from my book.
May 10, 202453:17
The birthday show

The birthday show

I talk about this year's parade of hearts and share original birthday thoughts. Birthday song number one, which shouldn't be a surprise, closes the show.
May 01, 202446:45
Kansas City's vintage commercials

Kansas City's vintage commercials

I take a look at commercials here in KC that have changed with the times.
Apr 28, 202436:33
In search of friendship

In search of friendship

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Kathy Quinn's pay it forward stories are shared, along with a sermon from my new book.
Apr 22, 202436:47
The two E's

The two E's

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The Eclipse and a local enough already are discussed.
Apr 08, 202431:20
A tribute to Norah Lee

A tribute to Norah Lee

Duane Allen's wife Norah Lee has passed away. This show is a tribute to her.
Apr 03, 202450:42
A show for the real heroes

A show for the real heroes

The downtown stadium issue was defeated!!! This show is dedicated to the common folks.
Apr 03, 202449:30
Easter weekend- Part 2

Easter weekend- Part 2

The story of Easter, through music and Paul Harvey's message.
Mar 31, 202439:16
Easter weekend part 1

Easter weekend part 1

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Following the Good Friday story
Mar 30, 202439:25
The annual baseball show

The annual baseball show

Preparing for the new season
Mar 27, 202459:25
Time in a lot of bottles

Time in a lot of bottles

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The history and opinions of Daylight Savings Time
Mar 22, 202446:14
The St. Patrick's Day show

The St. Patrick's Day show

The Elders provide our Irish entertainment. Their last song is also mine for this show.
Mar 14, 202444:54
The 40 worst

The 40 worst

A list of the 40 worst pop songs. Song number nine on my birthday list closes the show.
Mar 14, 202433:59
On calmness, moving forward, and having fun

On calmness, moving forward, and having fun

Time to relax and move on. This show is an encouragement for us to do that.
Mar 07, 202437:28
A small fork in the road

A small fork in the road

I share a ministry update and a different twist on my top ten favorites list.
Mar 03, 202439:32
From a place called home

From a place called home

Ministry updates and a new book project are discussed. I share a personal sermon as well
Feb 23, 202434:05
A long way to go

A long way to go

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This show explores the Chiefs Super Bowl rally and its aftermath and the claim that downtown Kansas City is ready for a stadium. In my view, it isn't, leading to the title of this episode. I speak highly of the Chiefs too.
Feb 22, 202438:15
The Valentine's Day show

The Valentine's Day show

Music for the occasion
Feb 15, 202401:06:06
The Super Bowl post game show

The Super Bowl post game show

A Super Bowl celebration in music
Feb 12, 202438:37
The Super Bowl Preview

The Super Bowl Preview

A look at the game from the perspective of the fan and non fan. My prediction is shared also.
Feb 10, 202431:14
Toby Keith- gone too soon

Toby Keith- gone too soon

Remembering Toby Keith, through music
Feb 10, 202454:00
See you on the radio in heaven

See you on the radio in heaven

A podcast tribute to Charles Osgood
Feb 08, 202449:58
As the stadium and pages turn

As the stadium and pages turn

Jackson County's fight within itself about the stadium and my review of William Lee Golden's new book.
Feb 07, 202438:23
On birthdays and dreams

On birthdays and dreams

I introduce Joe Bonsall's replacement and we're reminded as we hear about Dr. King's dream.
Jan 20, 202445:34
The Kansas City A's- the full story

The Kansas City A's- the full story

The full history of Kansas City's first major baseball franchise.
Jan 13, 202434:30
The end of an era

The end of an era

Joe Bonsall announced his retirement from the Oak Ridge Boys. This episode featured songs where he sang the lead.
Jan 04, 202435:55
New Year's Eve 2024

New Year's Eve 2024

Wrapping up the year with wishes and music. Charlie McCoy finishes things for us.
Jan 02, 202433:42
Christmas Eve 2023

Christmas Eve 2023

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Music and thoughts, including Linus' classic story, highlight this broadcast.
Dec 24, 202301:45:28
On the silver eagle train - part 4

On the silver eagle train - part 4

Five words - the legendary Oak Ridge Boys
Dec 14, 202347:14
On the Silver eagle train - Part 3

On the Silver eagle train - Part 3

All things Trans Siberian orchestra
Dec 13, 202355:60
On the silver eagle train - Part 2

On the silver eagle train - Part 2

The music of Mannheim Steamroller
Dec 09, 202301:14:20
On the silver eagle train - Part 1

On the silver eagle train - Part 1

I relive the Elders concert from Thanksgiving night and end with the US Navy Band
Dec 07, 202301:18:09
From simplicity to unneeded tricks

From simplicity to unneeded tricks

I look at the story of Katz drug stores and the non-transperancy of the rich regarding the new Royals stadium issue. After those two segments, I preview an upcoming series of Christmas music this month.
Dec 06, 202350:05
Road to Christmas 2023

Road to Christmas 2023

From finding Christmas to feeling the most wonderful time of the year.
Nov 30, 202342:38
The annual Thanksgiving show

The annual Thanksgiving show

Music and thoughts for the season
Nov 23, 202301:07:21
A very talented family

A very talented family

An introduction to William Lee and his talented three generational family. A variety of music is featured.
Nov 22, 202301:06:50
The Oak Ridge Boys- the farewell ride

The Oak Ridge Boys- the farewell ride

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We hear about the farewell tour. I share my favorite songs, thoughts and prayers for this occasion.
Nov 12, 202301:17:10
The Veterans Day edition

The Veterans Day edition

Music and words for the veterans.
Nov 12, 202350:37
On new days for parks

On new days for parks

I share my opinions on ballparks and amusement parks.
Nov 10, 202330:48
Kansas City's believe it or not

Kansas City's believe it or not

The unexpected of the Midwest
Nov 01, 202334:43
From Admiral to Ameristar

From Admiral to Ameristar

History of Admiral Boulevard to one more night at Ameristar.
Oct 22, 202334:51
Crossing the bridge

Crossing the bridge

Talking about over 20 bridges here in this country.
Sep 25, 202348:45
The other side of fame

The other side of fame

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The stories of Ellen McNamara and Erin Little, including a lawsuit against the owners of KCTV5.
Sep 16, 202335:13
9/11 + 22

9/11 + 22

Remembering the events with a lot o
f new music.
Sep 11, 202301:06:33
Nobody did it better

Nobody did it better

A tribute to Bob Barker and 50 years of television.
Sep 07, 202346:41
When will we ever learn?

When will we ever learn?

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Another possible street change in Missouri and an attack on freedom of the press in Kansas. Enough already.
Sep 04, 202348:15
A tale of two rockers

A tale of two rockers

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The stories of Elvis Presley and Billy CRASH Craddock. We learn new things about both.
Sep 04, 202345:45
In memory of Branson's emperor

In memory of Branson's emperor

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Shoji Tabuchi has passed away at age 79. This episode remembered his music, family and community friends. He left an impact and will me missed.
Aug 17, 202348:24
Me and Paul

Me and Paul

I shared personal updates, negative and positive. A new book beginning was shared here as well. I shared my favorite sermon to this point, and Paul Harvey's letter from God wrapped everything up.
Aug 10, 202345:31
Baseball leftovers

Baseball leftovers

Two stories that I had ignored previously were what I talked about today. A new singer for this show gets us out of here.
Jul 26, 202331:19