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Mark Espinoza has lived in Elkhart for 20 years. He is a Keyes, OK transplant and actually grew up in Bakersfield, CA. Mark's family visited Oklahoma when he was around 15 years old. When they got to Keyes they noticed a unattended bicycle in the road. A week later when it was time to go home, they saw that the bike remained untouched. They saw this as a sign. In California, the bike would have been stolen in a matter of minutes. They liked the feeling of the small town. Around the time they were scheduled to hit the road, their car broke down. They took it as a sign and decided to plant roots. Mark started visiting Elkhart while attending school in Keyes. Like most small town communities, when people from neighboring towns came over to party on the weekends, they were usually met with opposition. This was normal for small towns back then. Eventually he warmed up to the crowd. He met his future wife a month before he graduated high school. They were married a few months later. They planted in Elkhart and hav

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Wednesday evening on In The Free Zone with Norm, we talk to Craig Frydendall. Craig is an Elkhart graduate that played college and professional baseball, has coached at the junior college level and now coaches select baseball. We will also have some updates on how COVID 19 may affect the high school sports seasons.Website: http://www.backhomemedia.com/inthefreezoneThis is a Back Home Media production, recorded and produced in Phoenix, AZ. https://www.patreon.com/fatkidazhttps://www.backhomemedia.com/elkharttapes

Lindsey grew up in Elkhart. Her brother Levi was a smart kid who liked to get into trouble. While on vacation, Levi was murdered by his grandmother. You read that right... Lindsey tells us the real story about what happened that day.This is a Back Home Media Production

Derek's wife, Stephanie Releford interviews Sarah, the host of the new “Easy Out” baseball podcast, as she remembers her dad, William, calling coyotes, spending time on Ham radio, and their mutual love of baseball.Sarah is now playing a whole different ballgame without her dad, and as a single mother.Instagram: podcasteasyoutWebsite: https://www.backhomemedia.com/easy-outSupport Sarah's Show: https://www.patreon.com/easyoutpodcastThis is a Back Home Media production, recorded and produced in Phoenix, AZ. https://www.patreon.com/fatkidazhttps://www.backhomemedia.com/elkharttapes

Rob Wilson is more than a teacher and a sports coach, He connects with his students on a personal level. around 5 people e-mailed me before this interview. They said that "Norm" was the only reason they ever graduated. Rob has had some pretty great times. We talk in depth about his involvement in the famous Elkhart 93-94 football season.Listen in and get to know Rob.This is a Back Home Media production, recorded and produced in Phoenix, AZ. https://www.patreon.com/fatkidazhttps://www.backhomemedia.com/elkharttapes

It’s time for Phil to tell his story. I’ve admired Phil for many years and have always wanted to know what made him tick.Tune in, it’s going to be great!This is a Back Home Media production, recorded and produced in Phoenix, AZ. https://www.patreon.com/fatkidazhttps://www.backhomemedia.com/elkharttapes

Jess & Jaclyn Lee of Church at Jakes BarnThis is a Back Home Media production, recorded and produced in Phoenix, AZ. https://www.patreon.com/fatkidazhttps://www.backhomemedia.com/elkharttapes

Cassie Whisennand Owens talks about the loss of her brother.This is a Back Home Media production, recorded and produced in Phoenix, AZ. https://www.patreon.com/fatkidazhttps://www.backhomemedia.com/elkharttapes

David grew up in Elkhart, KS. He attended school in Hutchinson and Oklahoma and earned his degree in respiratory therapy. He now has a bunch of jobs. He also has two kids. This guy likes to stay busy.Come hang out and listen to his story.This is a Back Home Media production, recorded and produced in Phoenix, AZ. https://www.patreon.com/fatkidazhttps://www.backhomemedia.com/elkharttapes

Former Elkhart Resident, John Herrman stops by to talk about his life after leaving Elkhart.This is a Back Home Media production, recorded and produced in Phoenix, AZ. https://www.patreon.com/fatkidazhttps://www.backhomemedia.com/elkharttapes

Former Elkhart resident, James Horton opens up about his life post Elkhart.This is a Back Home Media production, recorded and produced in Phoenix, AZ. https://www.patreon.com/fatkidazhttps://www.backhomemedia.com/elkharttapes

Elkhart Native, Joe Davis and his wife Carrissa stop by to chat about their lives.This is a Back Home Media production, recorded and produced in Phoenix, AZ. https://www.patreon.com/fatkidazhttps://www.backhomemedia.com/elkharttapes

Brent is a long time Elkhart resident. A popular one at that. Here is a interview with him from 2015.This is a Back Home Media production, recorded and produced in Phoenix, AZ. https://www.patreon.com/fatkidazhttps://www.backhomemedia.com/elkharttapes