“Moon Landings, Mickey Mouse & Mama’s Prayer: Lessons in Life, Business, and Beer”

 

“Why did Walt Disney borrow against his life insurance—and what does that have to do with a pink pistol, a serial butt slapper, and a college freshman named Larry?”

In this wildly entertaining and insight-packed episode, Kent Hance weaves together stories that span from the moon landing to Mickey Mouse, from late-night TV to freshman orientation at Texas Tech.

💡 Key Themes & Highlights:

• The Power of Perspective: Kent recalls where he was when Neil Armstrong walked on the moon—and why his friend Snake Adams thought it looked more like New Mexico than outer space.

• Walt Disney’s Grit & Genius: From sketching neighborhood kids to synchronizing sound with animation, Kent shares the lesser-known struggles and triumphs of Walt Disney’s early years, including the loss of Oswald the Lucky Rabbit and the birth of Mickey Mouse.

• Business Wisdom with a Texas Twist: Whether it’s CBS dropping Stephen Colbert or Disney learning the hard way to stay out of politics, Kent delivers sharp insights on why good business means knowing when to keep your opinions to yourself. As he puts it, “Republicans buy shoes too.”

• College Advice That Actually Works: Kent’s advice to new students? “Go to class.” Simple, powerful, and backed by decades of experience. Plus, hear the hilarious story of how his mom prayed a bad influence named Larry right out of his life.

• Bonus Laughs:

  • A pink Saturday night special
  • A serial butt slapper in Boise
  • National Tattoo Day stats (Texas leads in name tattoos!)
  • A drive-in showing of a very misleading version of Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs

💬 Notable Quote:
“Do you ever see a bumper sticker on a Bentley?” — Kent, on why he never got a tattoo.

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