Shadows of the Middle Kingdom

Fact vs. Facebook: Sturgis Mayor Billy Adams Sets the Record Straight

Local Facebook groups have been buzzing with rumors about major changes coming to Sturgis. To get clarity, we went straight to the source. Sturgis Mayor Billy Adams joins the podcast to separate rumor from reality. We dive into the hot-button issues keeping residents up at night: the alleged shipping container ban, the fate of local block parties and fireworks, and why water bills have seen a recent spike. If you live in Sturgis, you won't want to miss this essential town update.

CEO before Drivers license

"Our guest today is tackling the fishing industry at just 13 years old. Shelby Wells is the founder of Hammer Baits, a custom fishing lure business born out of a passion for the sport and a desire for better gear. Frustrated by generic, mass-produced tackle, Shelby started hand-crafting baits that fish actually can’t resist. Today, we're diving into how this young entrepreneur balances school, life, and building a rising fishing brand. Please welcome the brains behind the bait, Shelby Wells!"

Chasing the Neon Lights

In this episode, we’re introducing you to one of the most exciting new faces in local country music: Logan Shuecraft. Logan joins us to share the stories behind his lyrics, his journey picking up the guitar, and the grit it takes to build a fanbase from the ground up. Whether you're a die-hard country fan or just love supporting local talent, you won't want to miss this raw, honest conversation with an artist on the rise. What we cover: Hometown influences, the local venue grind, and what’s next for his music career.

No DNA. Conflicting Accounts. A Mother Demands Answers

.At [http://Answers.At] the request of Heather’s mother, Sarah Teague, this episode is being released early. [http://early.In] In [http://early.In] this interview, she speaks on the unanswered questions surrounding Heather’s case—from the absence of DNA tied to the main suspect to concerns about discrepancies in eyewitness accounts that continue to raise questions decades later. Watch now on YouTube Listen tomorrow on Spotify, Pandora, and wherever you get your podcasts

Love, Loss, and the Light Between: Griffin’s Story

"I knew something wasn't right." — Those are the words that started Amber’s journey with Griffin. On today’s episode, we explore the reality of pediatric cancer that you don’t see in the brochures. It’s raw, it’s real, and it’s a tribute to a boy named Griffin who changed everything. What does it mean to carry a love that has no place to go? Amber joins us for a heart-wrenching and hopeful conversation about her son Griffin. She opens up about the "after"—the journey of navigating loss and finding the strength to keep Griffin’s spirit alive in a world that keeps moving. This is a story about the endurance of a mother’s love and the light a small boy left behind.