32 episodes
Take Me Through It B.J. Finnell, Finnell Communications LLC, Podcaster, Media Executive
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- Society & Culture
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4.9 • 12 Ratings
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Award winning broadcast journalist B.J. Finnell travels the U.S., exploring the unique, amazing, odd, hilarious and compelling stories from people in cities, towns and villages across America.
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A Look at the Future
BJ wraps up his conversation with local news legend Mike Archer about the challenges facing news outlets and the journalists who staff them.
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Words Matter
B.J. continues his conversation with Mike Archer of www.thearcherjournal.com, discussing the overuse of cliches and misuse of words in today's journalism. Can the four C's save our language?
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A Matter of Trust
Why do Americans have an issue with trusting journalists? Is it falling revenues at local television stations and newspapers, forcing them to do more with less? Is it inexperience, lack of institutional knowledge or the time pressure of being first to post? B.J and his mentor/former colleague Mike Archer of www.thearcherjournal.com discuss how these challenges imperil trust, a critical component of freedom of the press.
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On Top of Okemo (sung to the tune of "On Top of Spaghetti")
BJ finally follows the advice so many have given him over the decades: take a hike! This time he drives and walks up to a bygone symbol of Vermont history, ascending new heights on a spectacular autumn afternoon.
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The Return of Take Me Through It
Back by popular demand? BJ has moved on from local TV and is blowing the dust off the podcast after a 5 year hiatus. Does anyone care? Can he create interesting content? Will anyone listen?? Enjoy episode one of a new season of Take Me Through It!
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You Bet Your Life: Spencer Christian's Story of Fame, Fortune, Desperation and Redemption
TV weatherman Spencer Christian had it all: A great job, a great family, a great life. But he nearly lost everything to compulsive gambling, before he found the courage to change his life. BJ and Spencer discuss Spencer's new book, "You Bet Your Life: How I Survived Jim Crow Racism, Hurricane Chasing, and Gambling."
Customer Reviews
Take, “Take me Through It” on your next drive or for a walk in the woods!
I recently discovered the podcast "Take Me Through It," and it has quickly become a favorite in my rotation. The host BJ Finnell does do a fantastic job of guiding listeners through a wide range of captivating topics with enthusiasm and expertise. With his background in Media, marketing, Broadcasting and Journalism he is a true story teller.
Each episode feels like a journey of discovery, whether the subject is complex or he is simply guiding the listeners on a Fall hike in Vermont. BJ is engaging, and comfortable behind a microphone. The production quality is top-notch, and the guests are always interesting. If you're looking for a podcast that will educate, entertain, and inspire, "Take Me Through It" is a must-listen. It's a true gem in the world of podcasts.
Really enjoyable
Topics are interesting and I’m never sure what’s coming next. Great interviewer, too!