The Best Storyteller In Texas Podcast
Host Kent Hance shares insightful, educational and often hilarious stories from his legendary life as a lawyer, a former U.S. Congressman, a university chancellor, and most notably, a native Texan. With themes ranging from leadership to politics and great friendships with some colorful characters, this podcast is an opportunity for Hance to share some of his rare, behind-the-scenes experiences and to solidify his unofficial title as The Best Storyteller in Texas.
Episodes
In this episode, Kent Hance dives into the recent developments surrounding President Biden's decision to withdraw from the race. Kent reflects on the political landscape and the impact of Biden's withdrawal on the upcoming presidential race.
...In this special edition, Kent discusses the attempted assasination of President Donald Trump.
In this episode of the "The Best Storyteller in Texas" podcast, Kent discusses the press's role in the political landscape and President Biden's performance. Kent criticizes the media for not holding Biden accountable and failing to ask tough questi...
In this podcast episode, Gary Peterson shares his journey from his upbringing in Lubbock and Amarillo to his successful career in the oil and gas industry. He discusses his education at Texas Tech University, where he majored in finance and participated in the marching band and ROTC. Peterson reflects on his career trajectory, including his time at Republic National Bank of Dallas and founding Endcap Investments. He also highlights...
In this episode of "Kent Hance: The Best Storyteller in Texas," Kent delves into a variety of topics, including historical events, business strategies, and current news stories. He discus...
In this episode, Kent delves into a range of topics, from historical events like the Battle of Bunker Hill and the Watergate break-in to current issues such as Hunter Biden's conviction and political fundraising. Hance shares his insights on political strategies, the cost of visiting Disney parks, and the challenges of running a restaurant. The conversation is a blend of historical analysis, political commentar...
Originally released May 1, 2021
In this episode: How does a kid go from living in a rundown tenement, performing at the bottom of his class, to becoming a Yale-educated, renowned neurosurgeon serving as U.S. Secretary of Housing and Urban Development? Dr. Carson credits much of his success to a wise and persistent mother, a TV quiz show, and a good education. He shares his belief in the pow...
Kent shares what he believes to be the most demeaning thing in politics.
In this episode of "Kent Hance: The Best Storyteller in Texas," Kent Hance delves into various topics, starting with the leadership and impact of Generals George Patton and Earl Rudder during World War II. He highlights their contributions to military history and Texas A&M University. The episode also features a clip of 100-year-old WWII veteran Castor Salemi sharing his service experiences. Hance adds humor wi...
In today's fast-paced world, staying focused is a challenge, especially with the overwhelming flood of information. Young people, in particular, struggle to stay attentive amidst the noise. It's crucial to filter sources of information to avoid the drastic consequences of misinformation, which can even lead to severe outcomes like wars. Tune into the episode for a deep dive into focus in the information age.
Alann Webb was a hero of World War II and his story deserves to be heard.
Kent shares a story about a man who was described by the jailer as looking like a “Big 'ol Grape.” He then explains why he waited a bit before securing the man’s release from jail.
Today in "Kent's Clips," Kent shares a classic story about the 38th Lieutenant Governor of Texas, Bob Bullock. Governor Bullock was in a foul mood one day, and Kent ended up catching the brunt of it.
In this episode, Kent delves into the Trump trial, rigorously analyzing the judge's
potential biases and the media's influence on public perception. He explores the trial's
implications for future politics and elections, as well as the contentious issue of
immunity for ex-presidents. Additionally, the episode examines a study on preferred
living states, providing a comprehensive blend of legal analysis and societal insights.
This episode was originally published Nov 22, 2022: Kent wraps up his visit with Rick Perry, who talks about his two years as Texas lieutenant governor and his accomplishments as Texas’ longest continuously serving governor. Perry tells us why being Texas governor was the best job he’s ever had, why being Secretary of Energy in the Trump administration was the most interesting, and ticks off some impressive accomplishments at DOE t...
This episode was originally published in Nov 2022: Kent again talks with former Texas Governor Rick Perry. What was it like to go from being a Paint Creek boy who’d seldom left home to flying C-130s for the Air Force in Europe? Perry tells how a 30-inch rainfall changed the trajectory of his life, discusses his early days in politics, reflects on the rewards of volunteering, and shares one of the most valuable lessons from his publ...
This episode was originally published in November 2022.
Kent chats with a Texas statesmen, former Governor and U.S. Secretary of Energy Rick Perry about a range of topics: Perry’s upbringing in the remote West Texas town of Paint Creek; how his parents, coaches, and scoutmaster positively influenced his life; and the iconic small-town cultural experience of six-man football. The secretary reveals the three things he knew he wanted ...
A classic story that shows how important it is to get accurate information before making a decision.
When a congressman from Louisiana found himself in trouble, a friend attempted to assist him. It's easy to see why the press didn't believe his excuse.
Today in Kent's Clip: Kent shares stories about Bill Clinton and John McClain
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