The Voices of East Texas

Elena Sheets

I am working on a historical research project focused on preserving the voices and experiences of individuals in East Texas. Through this podcast series I am hoping to document everyday histories and how these small town communities have changed over time. The project also explores how older adults are adapting to the digital age, using social media and digital tools to stay connected and share their stories.

Episodes

  1. God Wasn't Done With Me Yet

    2d ago

    God Wasn't Done With Me Yet

    In this conversation, Shannon shares her experiences with trauma, addiction, incarceration, recovery, faith, and the work she now does to help veterans and families across East Texas. Her story is honest, sometimes difficult, but ultimately one of hope and redemption.

    1h 13m

  2. May 29

    Mount Vernon, TX

    A member of the Folk family shares their story about Mount Vernon Texas.

    27 min

  3. Trailer

    Trailer: Mount Vernon

    Upcoming episode with a member of the Folk Family from Mount Vernon Texas.

    2 min

  4. May 10 ·  Bonus

    Happy Mothers Day

    Happy Mothers Day from all of us at The Voices of East Texas.

    1 min
  5. One Man One Century

    May 4

    One Man One Century

    Today, we’re sitting down with someone whose life spans nearly a full century of East Texas history, someone who has seen communities grow, change, and hold onto what matters most...

    51 min
  6. Trailer: One Man One Century

    Season 1 Trailer

    Trailer: One Man One Century

    Coming soon! Thomas 'Doc' Crow tells us about his life here in East Texas!

    2 min
  7. Henderson, TX

    Apr 25

    Henderson, TX

    On this episode, we will be visiting with Barbra and Danny Gage from Henderson, Texas.

    37 min
  8. Trailer The Gage Family

    Trailer

    Trailer The Gage Family

    We will welcome the Gage family to the Voices of East Texas tomorrow, April 25, 2026. Preview what is to come from Rusk County!

    2 min
  9. How it started...

    Season 1, Episode 1 Trailer

    How it started...

    The Voices of East Texas is an oral history project where I sit down with people from small towns across this region and just… listen.

    4 min
  10. From Fort Worth to Bullard Texas

    Apr 10

    From Fort Worth to Bullard Texas

    Today, we welcome Roy Sheets and his story from Fort Worth to Bullard, Texas.

    22 min

Trailers

About

I am working on a historical research project focused on preserving the voices and experiences of individuals in East Texas. Through this podcast series I am hoping to document everyday histories and how these small town communities have changed over time. The project also explores how older adults are adapting to the digital age, using social media and digital tools to stay connected and share their stories.

Information

  • Creator
    Elena Sheets
  • Years Active
    2K
  • Episodes
    10
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Elena Sheets
  • Show Website
    The Voices of East Texas