# Across The Tracks Two friends who grew up on opposite sides of the tracks in small-town America reconnect to share the stories that shaped them. From childhood memories and hometown characters to careers, travel, and life lessons gathered around the world, they explore how different beginnings led to unexpected common ground. Honest, reflective, and often humorous, this podcast is about friendship, perspective, and the long road from where you started to where life takes you. Page: Feed: --- ## [From Capitol Hill to Center Court](https://soundcloud.com/user-571532490/from-capitol-hill-to-center) _2026-07-28_ From global conflicts to Capitol Hill, court-side headlines, and a heartfelt hometown farewell, we connect the week's biggest stories with insight, perspective, and a few surprises along the way. [Listen](https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2369378660-user-571532490-from-capitol-hill-to-center.mp3) ## [Smoke, Scandals and Summer Stories](https://soundcloud.com/user-571532490/smoke-scandals-and-summer) _2026-07-20_ After sharing reflections from summer travel, we dive into a whirlwind of headlines—from Senator Lindsey Graham and military testosterone testing to tensions over Canadian wildfire smoke drifting south. We also discuss the passing of actor Hal Williams, the latest involving Sam Neill, Patti LaBelle’s National Anthem controversy, the saga surrounding President Trump’s aircraft, and the internet’s… [Listen](https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2364573548-user-571532490-smoke-scandals-and-summer.mp3) ## [Race, Relief, & Rivalries](https://soundcloud.com/user-571532490/race-relief-rivalries) _2026-06-29_ This episode will be a wild ride discussing lawsuits, earthquakes, political curveballs, Mother Nature's surprises, and the questions if Caitlin Clark is ready for her next big move? Buckle up, it's all connected. [Listen](https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2349819845-user-571532490-race-relief-rivalries.mp3) ## [America in Motion](https://soundcloud.com/user-571532490/america-in-motion) _2026-06-23_ America in Motion discusses the controversy surrounding the Reflecting Pool, the U. S. diplomatic approach with Iran, unveiling of a new Air Force One, memorials to musicians Fred Alexander, Walter Parazaider, and talent scout Clive Davis. [Listen](https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2344930148-user-571532490-america-in-motion.mp3) ## [From the Hardwood to the Heavens](https://soundcloud.com/user-571532490/from-the-hardwood-to-the) _2026-06-16_ This episode discusses, the latest Earth Wind and Fire Documentary, the NBA Finals, Space X goes public, Obama's Presidential Library opens, Soccers World Cup begins and a Cage Match at the White House. [Listen](https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2340163925-user-571532490-from-the-hardwood-to-the.mp3) ## [Power, Playoffs & Pioneers](https://soundcloud.com/user-571532490/power-playoffs-pioneers) _2026-06-09_ This week: controversy surrounding the Kennedy Center, questions about the Director of National Intelligence, the shutdown of the disputed government funding program, the NBA Finals, Black Music Mont and a tribute to Rob Base, Sonny Rollins, Dexter Wansel, and Peabo Bryson. [Listen](https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2335877033-user-571532490-power-playoffs-pioneers.mp3) ## [The Week that changed the Narrative](https://soundcloud.com/user-571532490/the-week-that-changed-the) _2026-05-21_ Discussions about Gerrymandering, Trump not caring about Americans financial situations, a Chinese visit, DOJ Slush fund, and Memorials to Ted Turner, Jason Collins, and Clarence Carter. [Listen](https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2325277871-user-571532490-the-week-that-changed-the.mp3) ## [Decisions, Decisions, Decisions.](https://soundcloud.com/user-571532490/decisions-decisions-decisions) _2026-05-04_ This episode has a Kentucky Derby recap, and discusses the Supreme Court rules on Voting Rights, U.S. Troop reduction in Germany, 3rd assassination attempt, Spirit Airline service ends, and the UAE leaves OPEC. [Listen](https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2314496150-user-571532490-decisions-decisions-decisions.mp3) ## [A Biblical and Administrative Okey-Doke](https://soundcloud.com/user-571532490/a-biblical-and-administrative) _2026-04-20_ This episode explores how religious language & Hollywood has merged into misguided Biblical ignorance, new judge hirings, the Iranian War, Oklahoma City bombing and memorials of a famous International basketball star & one of our local hometown business personalities. [Listen](https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2306266469-user-571532490-a-biblical-and-administrative.mp3) ## [Dissecting Series A Rounds (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/5MRKff1VcldG) _2026-04-20 · **Sponsored**_ Two real Series A cases: timelines, investor sequencing, and common founder mistakes. ## [First Lady, Failed Talks, Hip-Hop Losses, & Lunar Leap](https://soundcloud.com/user-571532490/first-lady-failed-talks-hip) _2026-04-14_ Melania Trump steps into the spotlight, U.S.-Iran diplomacy falters, hip-hop mourns and Artemis II makes historic journey. [Listen](https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2302484039-user-571532490-first-lady-failed-talks-hip.mp3)