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Melvin E. Edwards
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Host of “Stories from Real Life” podcast, award-winning author and journalist. 6th-generation Texan. Astros, Texans fan. Grandpa, dad of 4, stepdad of 2. Kim's husband.

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My podcast, Stories from Real Life, has a brand-new website that I encourage you to check out. You will find the links to all of my platforms, plus a lot more. You can even subscribe from there.

Check it out today! www.podcastreallife.com
Stories from Real Life
Dive into captivating dialogues with the award-winning writer and expert interviewer, Melvin E. Edwards, as he engages in deep and entertaining conversations with i…
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December 9, 2025 at 1:05 PM
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I guarantee if you listen to my conversation with author Amy Hawk, you’ll have an opinion. We discuss Trump, Charlie Kirk, Doug Wilson, Joel Webbon, and others — all within the context of the church.

Post your comments below and be civil.
Ep. 176 - Amy Hawk: What Would Judas Do?
Episode Summary:
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December 9, 2025 at 9:23 AM
On the day that John Lennon died, his song was in the Top 5.
December 8, 2025 at 2:05 PM
Reposted by Melvin E. Edwards
Welcome to Cooperstown, Jeff Kent!

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So glad you enjoyed it! It was a fun interview.
I just listed to the podcast hosted by @edwards21228.bsky.social Stories from Real Life with @misskaren.bsky.social. What a phenomenal interview!!! I consider both to be good friends and I learned lots about Miss Karen. I recommend this podcast!
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Another awesome review from Clark.
A fun and touching episode with “Miss Karen” Bates, a 14-year school bus driver in Utah. The 7th of 14 children, some early economic challenges taught her the value of community service. Now a mom of 5 /3 grands, she started her driving career with a physically demanding special needs bus, 1/3
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Karen Bates, a school bus driver in Utah, shares stories filled with laughter, love, and the moments that still bring tears to her eyes — from unforgettable encounters with students to the silent struggles she’s witnessed along the way.

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Ep. 175 - Karen Bates: More Than a Bus Driver
Episode Show Notes
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I hope everyone enjoys this episode as much as Clark did! I know I did. open.substack.com/pub/storiesf...
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In this episode, Scott Martin shares the moment his life changed forever after being diagnosed with Group A Strep and Necrotizing Fasciitis- an illness that left him without his hands and feet and forced him into the most difficult season of his life. storiesfromreallife.substack.com/p/ep-174-sco...
Ep. 174 - Scott Martin: How a Coach Lost His Identity -- and Found His Mission
Guest: Scott Martin — Author, Coach, Advocate
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