Friendship Haven

The Golden Hour

Health EN ↓ 5 episodes

Welcome to Golden Hour, a Friendship Haven podcast where life’s most meaningful stories shine. Julie Thorson sits down with residents to talk about their lives, passions, and the lessons that come with time. It’s a celebration of people, purpose, and the golden moments that make life truly special, right here in Fort Dodge, Iowa.

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Golden Hour #5 - John Zuerrer 19.06.2026 31:12

John Zuerrer is a resident of Friendship Haven who has spent his life singing at weddings and funerals, conversing with residents to keep them company, and serving as a beacon of positivity for those around him. 🔗 Follow Friendship Haven: Website: https://www.friendshiphaven.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FriendshipHavenFortDodge Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/friendshiphavenfd/ Tik...

Golden Hour #4 - Roger and Ruth McCullough 17.04.2026 24:24

Roger and Ruth McCullough are residents of Friendship Haven. We discuss their journey to Friendship Haven, their story together, Roger living his life to the fullest despite having Parkinson's disease, their appreciation for the staff at Friendship Haven, and more! 🔗 Follow Friendship Haven: Website: https://www.friendshiphaven.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FriendshipHavenFortDodge Insta...

Golden Hour #3 - Pauline Ruebel 20.02.2026 32:48

Pauline Ruebel is a resident at Friendship Haven. We discuss what she enjoys most about living life to the fullest, how her life changed after her husband's passing, fun stories from her childhood, and more! 🔗 Follow Friendship Haven: Website: https://www.friendshiphaven.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FriendshipHavenFortDodge Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/friendshiphavenfd/ TikTok:...

Golden Hour #2 - Father Jim Tigges 19.12.2025 26:58

Father Jim Tigges is a resident at Friendship Haven. We discuss his favorite parts about being at Friendship Haven, touching conversations with fellow residents, his perspective on life, and much more! 🔗 Follow Friendship Haven: Website: https://www.friendshiphaven.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FriendshipHavenFortDodge Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/friendshiphavenfd/ TikTok: https...

Golden Hour #1 - Joyce Allen 17.10.2025 29:29

Joyce Allen is a resident at Friendship Haven. We discuss the keys to aging well, having a positive mental attitude, Joyce's work as a frat house "mom", and much more! 🔗 Follow Friendship Haven: Website: https://www.friendshiphaven.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FriendshipHavenFortDodge Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/friendshiphavenfd/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@friendshiphaven...