The Heart of the Story with Gary Metivier

He was raised in a house with a dirt floor in Mexico. But Diego Ray always had big dreams. His mother helped him get there by raising the family and getting them to the United States where he earned his way into a successful career as a tradesman. Now, as he workers as a plumber throughout the day, he spends his nights working on his music and has worked his way onto the international stage. This...

A combat veteran has found a way to help himself and others heal from injuries and his re-integration struggles. 

Kevin Huggins loves trains--big and small. See how he has taken this hobby and transformed his life with model trains and tracks. He is sharing his passion hoping to create a spark in those who see it --young and old alike. watch our youtube version too https://youtu.be/epMUck6N0iQ subscribe here https://bit.ly/2Or1tC2 Thanks to our sponsors! Show them some love! Blackhawk Bank and Trust https://w...

 A police officer uses social media tools to try to connect while working through the challenges of wearing the blue in tough times.

Three GOLD STAR children share their brave stories of sacrifice, loss and inspiration after losing a parent in service to our country. Please listen and share. You can see their stories on Gary Metivier youtube channel as well. https://youtu.be/iLp4o1YpRh8 Edited By Ryan Beintema @rbp7 Executive Producer/Host Gary Metivier http://metiviermedia.com/ Find us on facebook https://www.facebook.com/meti...

Three GOLD STAR children share their brave stories of sacrifice, loss and inspiration after losing a parent in service to our country. Please listen and share. You can see their stories on Gary Metivier youtube channel as well. https://youtu.be/iLp4o1YpRh8 Edited By Ryan Beintema @rbp7 Executive Producer/Host Gary Metivier http://metiviermedia.com/ Find us on facebook https://www.facebook.com/meti...

Three GOLD STAR children share their brave stories of sacrifice, loss and inspiration after losing a parent in service to our country. Please listen and share. You can see their stories on Gary Metivier youtube channel as well. https://youtu.be/iLp4o1YpRh8 Edited By Ryan Beintema @rbp7 Executive Producer/Host Gary Metivier http://metiviermedia.com/ Find us on facebook https://www.facebook.com/meti...

A father and community leader came home from a war zone to live the American Dream. But as he started a new career and a family, he was haunted by the interpreters that helped him get safely home, but were left behind. As he gets word one of them is now potentially headed for safety, he weighs in on the current exit from Afghanistan. Produced/written/hosted by Gary Metivier Edited by Ryan Beintema

They have been bringing fun and games to fairs big and small for decades. We go behind the scenes to see what life is like running a carnival. 

A young man and his prized steer Chuck are looking to make history while raising awareness and money for the Ronald McDonald House.

Director, filmmaker, writer--(you name it) Candy Cain is celebrating her tenth feature film! In this The Heart of the Story she takes us behind the scenes into this unique world.

The journey continues for Dan Plys as he attempts to ride along the entire length of the Mississippi River on a skateboard. He is testing himself while raising awareness for hungry kids and meeting so many interesting people along the way.  See video of his trip on our youtube channel now. https://youtu.be/QrXz0gcmf1I Thanks to our sponsors Blackhawk Bank and Trust Petersen Plumbing Morrison Commu...

Patriot Hunts hosts events around the country for veterans, first responders and families of those lost in service to others. We take you along on a trip along the Mighty Mississippi to hear how the great outdoors is being used to help heal. Edited By Ryan Beintema @rbp7 Executive Producer/Host Gary Metivier http://metiviermedia.com/ Find us on facebook https://www.facebook.com/metiviermedia/ Orig...

Raised on a family farm, Holly never imagined herself drawn into the world of truck and tractor pulls. Never imagined she would be working side-by-side with her husband/best friend in a sport where power and skill are tested most weekends. But she is behind the wheel of a turbo-powered truck. Together they just keep winning.

Adrianna Timmerman comes from a long line of racers. Inspired by her grandmother and fueled by her dad, this teen is taking the Outlaw kart track by storm. In this The Heart of the Story she explains her drive and how a friend lost to cancer is motivating to her to give everything she has. Thanks to her dad Brett for his support and additional video and photos. subscribe here https://bit.ly/367ysC...

She was born in a war-torn nation. Her mother immediately went into hiding with her. Determined to make a life for herself, and now her children, Christine Etima Colbenson began a journey of discovery. She is now helping and inspiring others just like her.  

In this The Heart of the Story with Gary Metivier we take you fishing with College Champion Ben Ford. Ben gives us an inside look at what it takes to win the big competition, what he loves about being on the water and how some are making big bucks in this growing national sport. Edited By Ryan Beintema @rbp7 Executive Producer/Host Gary Metivier http://metiviermedia.com/ Find us on facebook https:...

Teen Racer takes on the big boys. From a call from Nascar to the lure of dirt track racing, high schooler Tegan Evans has shifted gears and is showing no signs of slowing down. We met her two years ago when she was traveling each weekend with her dad to racetracks all around the area. Now she is in a bigger car racing at bigger venues--pursuing her dream to become a pro driver.  Edited By Ryan Bei...

In this The Heart of the Story w/ Gary Metivier podcast we take you inside the world of ice harvesting with the amish. Photographer David Marvitz survived cancer. Part of his therapy is his work capturing unique images like ice harvesting. He takes us along on his journey that few are allowed to take into the world of the Amish through his lenses. 

Nick Stoop says he really doesn't have a nickname, but after his appearance on the dirt-covered Nascar track in Bristol, Tennessee, people are calling him "The Legend." He says he had the ugliest and slowest car out there, but he was there on the track, making his own history. His story has gone viral but as he talks with us via a weak internet connecting from his garage, Nick is just what you see...

Behind every great racecar driver is a team of people working so hard behind the scenes. After a showing at Bristol Motor Speedway launched Nick Stoop into the limelight for his 'unique' style, his team has been working overtime. Brittany Bryan found herself handling the now-viral racer who doesn't even have a smartphone. She shares what the past few days has been like for her and "the legend." Al...

Trey Mills aka "The Future" won his first feature on the dirt track last year. The 12 year old from Florida is making headlines for making his second win on a high-profile stage. We take you to Bristol, Tennessee where once every 20 years they cover the Nascar track in dirt. And this year it's a preteen who makes his own history here. listen also to Ken Schrader https://theheartofthestory.libsyn.c...

Nicole had given up on herself and pushed even those closest to her, far away. But it was hitting rock bottom and ending up in jail after losing her daughter that created a spark--a glimmer of hope. It was in jail that she discovered a way to battle back against her own demons. Alongside her 10 year old daughter they talk about their journey to be reunited and how they both are dedicating their li...

An old pilot's house has new life as a family-owned and operated restaurant. Overlooking the mighty Mississippi River, where the man who new the rapids best built his house so many years ago, Mandy is building her own business. We take you inside this unique restaurant where the menu gives a taste of the past here while looking toward the future. 

Girls of all ages are wrestling for change. In this podcast we take you inside the world of girls wrestling. Wrestling is the fastest growing sport in the country, but some states are having a harder time taking women's wresting mainstream. So parents, concerned about their daughters wrestling boys, are opting out while other girls are doing what they can to help break through the barriers. We hea...