Ep. 13: Leaving a Remarkable Mark in the World with Christy Smith Three Stores, Two Cotton Gins, One Remarkable Life

This episode’s guest holds a special place in Dr. Hopson’s life, especially since this woman played a major role in Dr. Cynthia’s career as a writer. Meet Christy Smith, the former publisher of a weekly newspaper in the area I grew up in. We go back to 1987 when I pitched a story to her and the rest, as they say, is history. Christy played a major role in my career as a writer, and after conquering the world of journalism (with a cool byline, “C. T. Smith”), she became a Disaster Consultant. She spent years supporting and helping survivors—an experience that changed her relationship with God. Hear more about her story on working in disaster case management and how she values being a lifelong learner in the 13th episode of 3 Stores, 2 Cotton Gins, 1 Remarkable Life.   In this episode: From being a journalist to becoming a Disaster Consultant How working in disaster recovery and with survivors shifted Christy perspective Liberal education and how it should be given more importance Being active participants in culture and politics The value of being a lifelong learner On leaving, remaining and contributing in this world