Well, What Do You Know?

About Well, What Do You Know?

Everyone has a story — and every story deserves to be heard and preserved. Our mission is to capture personal stories in the voices of the people who lived them, creating a lasting legacy for future generations. Whether it's a tale of triumph, tradition, or everyday life, these recordings help families connect with their roots and keep their history alive.

Publisher

Eric Padget

Category

society & culture

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

18 Aug 2025

Latest episode

10 Jul 2026

Latest episodes

25 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   10 Jul 2026

   Kevin Masemann

   Have you ever had a teacher who changed your life—not because of one lesson, but because of who they were every single day? My guest today is someone who has spent nearly five decades doing exactly that. For 47 years, he poured his heart into music education, inspiring thousands of students along the way. From growing up on a dairy farm in northeast Iowa... to playing more than 20 instruments... to building award-winning band and jazz programs... his story is one of passion, humility, and unwavering dedication. But this conversation isn't really about trophies or championships. It's about relationships. It's about treating every student with respect. It's about showing up every day determined to make someone else's life a little better. Whether you know him as your band director, your teacher, your colleague, or simply as a friend, you'll quickly understand why so many people speak of him with such admiration. I'm honored to welcome recently retired Roland-Story Band Director, Kevin Masemann, to Well, What Do You Know?

2. 

   26 Jun 2026

   Don Favor

   Welcome back to Well, What Do You Know? Every once in a while, an episode comes along that's a little different from the rest. This is one of those episodes. Today, I'm joined by two men who share a unique connection with me. Dave Lyons, Myrle Wayne Swank, and I all married into the same family. More specifically, we're all sons-in-law of a man who had a tremendous impact on our lives: Don Favor. Don passed away in November of 2020 after a battle with ALS, but anyone who knew him knows that his influence didn't end there. He was the kind of man who left fingerprints on the lives of everyone around him. A devoted husband to Patty for 57 years. A loving father to four daughters. A proud grandfather and great-grandfather. A man of deep faith. A hard worker. A horseman. A storyteller. A friend. But if you ask the people who knew him best, they'll tell you that what made Don special wasn't found on a résumé or in a list of accomplishments. It was found in the way he treated people. Don never met a stranger. He welcomed people into his life without conditions. Whether you were family, a neighbor, a friend, or someone who had just shown up at the farm for the first time, you were treated like you belonged. That's a rare gift. In this conversation, Dave, Myrle, and I simply sat down and shared memories. Some are funny. Some are touching. Some are stories that only make sense if you've spent time on a farm, in a workshop, or around a campfire. We talk about Don's endless collection of tools and treasures, his willingness to help with any project, his love of horses, his unwavering faith, and his remarkable ability to stay calm no matter what life threw his way. As I listened back to this recording, I realized something. We started out intending to tell stories about Don, but what really happened is that we discovered how much of him still lives on in the lessons he taught us. The things he built. The people he loved. The example he set. If you've ever lost someone who helped shape who you are, I think you'll find something familiar in this conversation. So in honor of a husband, father, grandfather, friend, and one of the finest men we've ever known, here's our tribute to Don Favor. This is Well, What Do You Know?

3. 

   12 Jun 2026

   Jim Huber - Part 2

   Welcome back to “Well, What Do You Know?” I’m your host, Eric Padget. Today is Part 2 of my conversation with Jim Huber — and if you enjoyed the first episode, you’re really going to love this one. Jim is one of the most interesting people I’ve had the chance to sit down with. In this episode, we talk about his trip to England, visiting Stonehenge, life on his farm, raising sheep, making maple syrup, keeping bees, writing poetry, and creating all kinds of unique homemade products. But beyond all of that, this conversation is really about curiosity, lifelong learning, family, and appreciating the people and experiences that shape us. Jim also shares some incredible stories about his parents, the teachers who influenced him, and the advice he would give young people today. So settle in and enjoy Part 2 of my conversation with Jim Huber.

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