The Ann Harder Show

Ann celebrates the 250th anniversary of America by visiting the Waco Art Center for fun activities and historical education. Ann speaks with Bobby Horner (board chair at Waco's Taylor Museum), Jeff Aresty of the Jacob de Cordova Society, and even with Jacob de Cordova himself, the founder of Waco! Includes additional interviews as well as live musical performances from the Art Center. See Privacy...

Ann sits down with Aleigh Ascherl and Jennifer Getterman Webster to discuss the Spill the Tea Luncheon, which supports victims of crime and protects children in the community. Features musical performances by Max Rios. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Ann sits down with Inez Russell and Linda Gilliam to discuss the Waco Six Shooters Granny Basketball team. Ann also speaks with Jeffie Sanders to discuss "Bring Back the Choir: Praise in the Choir Stand", a live gospel event to be held at Antioch South Church in Waco. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Ann sits down with Megan Henderson (assistant VP of Baylor Brand Integration), Lori Fogleman (assistant VP for Baylor Media & Public Relations) and Justin Hoff (senior associate AD for Baylor Brand Engagement) to discuss "Summer on Turner Plaza at Foster Pavilion" - a 4-week celebration with live music, food trucks, water slides and more. Features musical performances by Mark McCallister. See...

Ann sits down with Tom Hill and Roger Schmidt (event organizers) and Estrellita J. Doolin (CEO of Meals on Wheels Waco) to discuss "Wild Game Dinner", an annual evening of good food, community fellowship and a live performance by country musician Pat Green. Features musical performances by Mark McCallister. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://ar...

Ann sits down with David Littlewood (CEO of TFNB Your Bank For Life) and Jason Lavender (Executive VP of Strategic Initiatives) to discuss the new class of members announced for Charity Champions 2026. Features musical performances by Wheeler & the Wounded. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Ann speaks with Ben Pfeiffer (founder of Firefly Conservation & Research) about his career as a field researcher and Texas-Certified Master Naturalist. Ann also sits down with Tiffany Schreiner to discuss Radio Salado, a Texas-heritage podcast initiative which broadcasts inside the historic Stagecoach Inn in Salado, Texas. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy...

Ann sits down with David Hays (owner of Salado's Stagecoach Inn) and Tiffany Schreiner (of Save Salado Creek) to discuss "Radio Salado", a Texas-heritage broadcasting and podcasting initiative. Ann also speaks with Jeff Aresty (of Waco founder Jacob de Cordova's community group, the "Jacob de Cordova Society") about "250 Years of Independence", Waco's Art Center celebration of the 250th anniversar...

In this special remix-episode of past interviews, Ann sits down with Waco veteran disc jockey Max Tooker about his decades-long career behind the microphone. Ann also speaks with retired Major Bill Maley about his decades-long service, as well as his vantage point in the JFK assassination aftermath on November 22, 1963. Features musical performance by Glen Collins. See Privacy Policy at https://ar...

Ann sits down with Mayborn Museum marketing coordinator Molly Noah to discuss the Waco museum's "Sea Monsters Unearthed" exhibit, which runs throughout summer 2026. Features musical performance by Tony Barker. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Ann sits down with Pastor Justo Perez and JP Lupe Perez of Living Proof Ministries. She also speaks with evangelist John Ramirez about his journey toward personal salvation. Features musical performance by John Curtis. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Ann sits down with KD Hill (owner of Barrow Brewing Company) and with Dr. D. Clark Wernecke (executive director of the Gault Site) to discuss the 9th annual Summer Lecture Series. Features musical performances by Tony Barker. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Ann sits down with Amy Gaston (of Greater Waco Chamber's Leading Waco Women Conference) to discuss the Spark Biomedical product called OhmBody, an ear-based wearable neurostimulation device to provide drug-free, hormone-free relief from heavy menstrual bleeding, cramps, and other period-related symptoms. Features musical performance by Steve Dansby. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy...

Ann sits down with guests Shannon Smith (executive director of the REACH Therapeutic Riding Center) and Rhonda Capron (member of the REACH Board of Directors) to discuss the center, which has been serving children, adults, veterans & others with special needs since 2008. Features musical performances by Steve Dansby. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice...

Ann sits down with the makers of "Liberty's Dream", a new stage production in partnership with Cultural Arts of Waco + featuring the Waco Community Choir, to discuss its premiere during the local celebration of America's 250th Anniversary as a nation. Interviewees include "Liberty's Dream" playwright Kay Bell, Baylor University Young Festival Stage founder Michael Sullivan, and Guilherme Almeida,...

Ann speaks to actress Elizabeth Tabish about her role as Mary Magdalene on the faith-based drama series "The Chosen". Features musical performances by Clint Allen Janisch. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Ann sits down with book reviewer Elizabeth Barnhill to discuss her favorite title picks for summer reading. Features musical performances by On Earth Band. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Ann sits down with Fernando Labastida, founder & CEO of Strike Marketing Institute, to discuss the inaugural "YOU x AI Conference" which he is hosting at Waco's PACC (Performing Arts Community Center). Features musical performances by Centex Quartet. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Ann sits down with Bradyn Braziel (co-founder of Waco's Silent House Theatre) and stage director Joe Taylor about the theater's new adaptation of Andrew Lloyd Webber & Tim Rice's musical "Jesus Christ Superstar". Features musical performances by On Earth Band. For 20% discount of tickets for the show, use promo code "JCS" at www.silenthousetheatre.com! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/p...

Ann sits down with Alison Frenzel, co-owner of Fabled Bookshop & Cafe in downtown Waco, to discuss "Read It Before You See It", which explores books that have been adapted into films & television. Features musical performances by Cory Kosel. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Ann sits down with Waco Indie Film Festival founders Louis Hunter and Samuel Thomas to discuss this year's fest screenings, attractions and celebrity guest appearances, including Elizabeth Tabish ("The Chosen"). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Ann sits down with Brenda Keep, executive director of Waco Birth Center & Clinic, about the faith-based nonprofit and all its many birth (and prenatal) services. Features musical performances by Chris Whitten. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Ann sits down with MG Montemayor, Emmy Award-winning (and two-time Edward R. Murrow Award-winning) journalist, to discuss her illustrious past career in California and Hawaii, as well as her current stint as the main evening news anchor at KWKT Fox-44 in Waco, TX. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Ann sits down with Jessica Trew, executive director of the Hillsboro Economic Development Corporation, to discuss HEDC's announcement about a land sale that is expected to support expanded utility infrastructure for the city. Features musical performances by Davin Carboni. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info...

Ann speaks with Ron Haft (committee chairman of the Heart of Texas Water Garden & Pond Society) about the annual "Pond Tour". Ann also sits down with Debbie Wright (owner and director of Cultivate Waco), to discuss the "Art-to-Table" dinner fundraiser to celebrate the opening of their new gallery space in downtown Waco. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Not...