26 episodes
Big Red Farmhouse Wanakee
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Whether we've been to Wanakee once or 100 times, we all have stories to share about our beautiful spiritual place in the hills. Each episode, our hosts, Shannon Drew, Amelia Luke, and Nicole Richards, talk with members of our global community. Listen in for memories, lessons, and tales from our 59-year history. Grace and Peace!
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Evan McElreath: Creating a Community of Belonging
On this bonus episode, we speak with Evan McElreath, Wanakee’s new Executive Director! Evan shares with us how he got involved in camping, his journey to New England, and his reflections on the power of a camp community.
Intro music: “The Wanakee Song” written by Joshua the Storyteller and performed by Luke Riedlinger. -
Bonus Episode: Father’s Day Special
In honor of Father’s Day, we have recorded a bonus episode where we speak with our dads, Kevin Drew, Steven Luke and David Richards!
Intro music: “The Wanakee Song” written by Joshua the Storyteller and performed by Luke Riedlinger.
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Phil Polhemus: The power of storytelling
On today’s episode, we speak with Phil Polhemus. He shares with us the origins of the Wanakee Song, his advice for pastors, and many lessons he's learned from 7 decades of camping.
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Kat and Dan Read: The Ultimate Survival Duo
On today’s episode, we speak with Kat and Dan Read. They share reflections on their many years as staff members and volunteers and give a history of Survival camp.
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Five Year Reflection with James Tresner
On today’s episode, we hear from James Tresner, Wanakee’s Executive Director, who shares his thoughts on his first five years of service in the role.
Intro music: “The Wanakee Song” written by Joshua the Storyteller and performed by Luke Riedlinger. -
Sarah Evans and Gillian Armstrong: Friendship from Afar
On today’s episode, we speak with Sarah Evans and Gillian Armstrong. They share reflections on their many years of friendship and give advice to future staff.
Intro music: “The Wanakee Song” written by Joshua the Storyteller and performed by Luke Riedlinger.