Pt. 2 From Nacogdoches to Green Beret: Childhood, Family and Military Service - Casey Kennedy

The Story Behind Nacogdoches Cigar Company

Brad Maule sits down with David Sowell of the Nacogdoches Cigar Company for a conversation that starts with cigars and quickly turns into local history, tobacco farming, and the forgotten cigar factories that once existed in Nacogdoches. Along the way, Brad discovers he's been doing cigars completely wrong, and David explains why premium cigars are about far more than smoking—they're about craftsmanship, community, and conversation. If you enjoyed this episode of Made in Nacogdoches with Brad Maule, don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell so you never miss a story from the oldest town in Texas. Your support helps this podcast reach more people who love great stories, rich history, and the magic of East Texas. Host Brad Maule is an accomplished American actor, director, and educator best known for his 22-year run as Tony Jones on General Hospital. With a career spanning television, film, and stage, Maule has worked across classical theater, contemporary drama, and musical performance, earning respect for his range, discipline, and longevity in the industry. Beyond acting, he is a dedicated teacher and mentor, shaping the next generation of performers through his work in higher education. Listen to the Podcast Anywhere You Get Your Shows Find Made in Nacogdoches on: – Apple Podcasts – Spotify – Amazon Music – iHeartRadio – And all major podcast platforms Thanks again for being part of the journey. See you in the next episode!

Pt. 2 From Nacogdoches to Green Beret: Childhood, Family and Military Service - Casey Kennedy

Welcome to Part 2 of this Episode of Made in Nacogdoches. Casey Kennedy, a former Green Beret opens up about growing up in East Texas, surviving a chaotic childhood, joining the military, and discovering purpose through service. From wild camping stories to Army basic training, this episode is packed with unforgettable moments. If you enjoyed this episode of Made in Nacogdoches with Brad Maule, don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell so you never miss a story from the oldest town in Texas. Your support helps this podcast reach more people who love great stories, rich history, and the magic of East Texas. Host Brad Maule is an accomplished American actor, director, and educator best known for his 22-year run as Tony Jones on General Hospital. With a career spanning television, film, and stage, Maule has worked across classical theater, contemporary drama, and musical performance, earning respect for his range, discipline, and longevity in the industry. Beyond acting, he is a dedicated teacher and mentor, shaping the next generation of performers through his work in higher education. Listen to the Podcast Anywhere You Get Your Shows Find Made in Nacogdoches on: – Apple Podcasts – Spotify – Amazon Music – iHeartRadio – And all major podcast platforms Thanks again for being part of the journey. See you in the next episode!

From Nacogdoches to Green Beret: Reflecting on Childhood, Family and Military Service

A former Green Beret opens up about growing up in East Texas, surviving a chaotic childhood, joining the military, and discovering purpose through service. From wild camping stories to Army basic training, this episode is packed with unforgettable moments.If you enjoyed this episode of Made in Nacogdoches with Brad Maule, don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell so you never miss a story from the oldest town in Texas. Your support helps this podcast reach more people who love great stories, rich history, and the magic of East Texas.Host Brad Maule is an accomplished American actor, director, and educator best known for his 22-year run as Tony Jones on General Hospital. With a career spanning television, film, and stage, Maule has worked across classical theater, contemporary drama, and musical performance, earning respect for his range, discipline, and longevity in the industry. Beyond acting, he is a dedicated teacher and mentor, shaping the next generation of performers through his work in higher education.Listen to the Podcast Anywhere You Get Your ShowsFind Made in Nacogdoches on:– Apple Podcasts – Spotify– Amazon Music– iHeartRadio– And all major podcast platformsThanks again for being part of the journey. See you in the next episode!

The Toughest Teacher in Texas: Faye Curl Reflects on Education, Family, and East Texas

Retired educator Faye Curl joins Brad Maule on Made in Nacogdoches to discuss life in old Nacogdoches, growing up in East Texas, faith, family traditions, gardening, education, literacy, classroom discipline, parenting, and how society has changed over the years. Faye shares stories about teaching special education, helping struggling readers, raising children, surviving bullies, and maintaining a 56-year marriage. If you enjoy conversations about small-town Texas, old-school values, education, or local history, and some poetry on the side, this episode is for you. If you enjoyed this episode of Made in Nacogdoches with Brad Maule, don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell so you never miss a story from the oldest town in Texas. Your support helps this podcast reach more people who love great stories, rich history, and the magic of East Texas. Host Brad Maule is an accomplished American actor, director, and educator best known for his 22-year run as Tony Jones on General Hospital. With a career spanning television, film, and stage, Maule has worked across classical theater, contemporary drama, and musical performance, earning respect for his range, discipline, and longevity in the industry. Beyond acting, he is a dedicated teacher and mentor, shaping the next generation of performers through his work in higher education. Listen to the Podcast Anywhere You Get Your Shows Find Made in Nacogdoches on: – Apple Podcasts – Spotify – Amazon Music – iHeartRadio – And all major podcast platforms Thanks again for being part of the journey. See you in the next episode!

Wildworks Films: Creativity, Friendship, and East Texas

Amos and Ben from Wildworks Film Productions join Brad. What starts as a discussion about filmmaking and podcasting quickly spirals into Bitcoin, biblical giants, prepping for the apocalypse, Pokémon cards, homeschooling, growing up overseas, and building community in East Texas.Ben shares stories from living in China as a missionary kid, while Amos talks writing, filmmaking, and why learning practical skills might matter more than ever. Along the way, the guys debate whether Bitcoin could survive a solar flare, why small towns still matter, and if giant footprints in Texas might actually mean something.This episode is funny, thoughtful, chaotic, and somehow still heartfelt. Check out Wildworks films at: Wildworksfilms.com For any of your video and audio pruduction needs.If you enjoyed this episode of Made in Nacogdoches with Brad Maule, don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell so you never miss a story from the oldest town in Texas. Your support helps this podcast reach more people who love great stories, rich history, and the magic of East Texas.Host Brad Maule is an accomplished American actor, director, and educator best known for his 22-year run as Tony Jones on General Hospital. With a career spanning television, film, and stage, Maule has worked across classical theater, contemporary drama, and musical performance, earning respect for his range, discipline, and longevity in the industry. Beyond acting, he is a dedicated teacher and mentor, shaping the next generation of performers through his work in higher education.Listen to the Podcast Anywhere You Get Your ShowsFind Made in Nacogdoches on:– Apple Podcasts – Spotify– Amazon Music– iHeartRadio– And all major podcast platformsThanks again for being part of the journey. See you in the next episode!