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HEY ETX

Mobberly Communications 59 Episodes Jul 13, 2026

Hey East Texas is a podcast that shares local helpful information with the people and stories behind it, created for East Texans by East Texans. It is produced in partnership with Mobberly Baptist Church in Longview, Texas.

Episodes

HEY ETX Spotlight E6- Curtis & Mande Brightwell-Crust & Crumb Bread Co.
HEY ETX Spotlight E6- Curtis & Mande Brightwell-Crust & Crumb Bread Co. Jul 13, 2026 00:31:44 Sourdough roots. Brick oven pizza. A food trailer dream 12 years in the making. Curtis & Mande Brightwell of Crust & Crumb Bread Co. in White Oak are the real deal — and their story is equal parts inspiring and delicious. They bought this beloved local bakery and pizza spot because they believed in what was already there, and then put their own fingerprint on it with an expanded scratch-ma
HEY ETX Spotlight E5 Anthony McElroy & Chris Cochran- Impact Events
HEY ETX Spotlight E5 Anthony McElroy & Chris Cochran- Impact Events Jun 22, 2026 00:36:19 What happens when faith meets football in East Texas? 🙌🏈This week on HEY ETX Spotlight, Anthony McElroy of Impact Events and Coach Chris Cochran of Lindale High School share how they're investing in the next generation — one event, one team, one student at a time.With speakers like Colt McCoy and Greg McElroy coming to Texas THIS SUMMER, these aren't just sporting events. They're life-
HEY ETX Spotlight E4- Tom Williams- God and the Great Outdoors
HEY ETX Spotlight E4- Tom Williams- God and the Great Outdoors Jun 15, 2026 00:17:52 What happens when you mix hunting guides, legendary fishermen, family-friendly activities, and the gospel all under one roof in East Texas? You get God & The Great Outdoors — and it's coming to Longview for the very first time.In this episode of HEY ETX Spotlight, Brandon sits down with Tom Williams, director of God & The Great Outdoors, to talk about East Texas' premier faith and
HEY ETX Spotlight E3-Karen Holland-Fat Boy Foundation
HEY ETX Spotlight E3-Karen Holland-Fat Boy Foundation Jun 1, 2026 00:29:05 What do you do when grief feels like it's going to swallow you whole? For Karen Holland, the answer was purpose.In this episode of HEY ETX Spotlight, Brandon sits down with Karen Holland, President of the Fat Boy Foundation — a nonprofit created in memory of her son Jonathan, a driven, trade-passionate young man from Henderson, Texas, who lost his life in a tragic car accident in November 2023
HEY ETX Spotlight E2- Chance's Kitchen- Chance Alexander
HEY ETX Spotlight E2- Chance's Kitchen- Chance Alexander May 18, 2026 00:23:46 From dairy manager to catering king — Chance Alexander's story is one you need to hear. He felt God calling him toward food, said yes, and built Chance's Kitchen from scratch in Longview, TX. Now he's feeding crowds of 850, perfecting his cast-iron jambalaya, slinging Biscoff cheesecakes at Christmas, and bringing big-hearted hospitality to every table he sets.We sat down with Chance o
HEY ETX Spotlight Spring 2026-Gregg Zackary-Oasis in the Pines
HEY ETX Spotlight Spring 2026-Gregg Zackary-Oasis in the Pines Apr 6, 2026 00:28:03 Pastors carry so much for so many — but who takes care of them? We sat down with Gregg Zackary, Oasis Pastor at Oasis in the Pines in Longview, TX, and his story will move you. After 46 years in ministry — including his own battle with burnout and depression — Gregg helped create a one-of-a-kind retreat ministry right here in East Texas, designed specifically to restore and renew Christian leaders
HEY ETX S4 E12 Rise and Shine Hills - Brian and Brooke Hopkins
HEY ETX S4 E12 Rise and Shine Hills - Brian and Brooke Hopkins Mar 30, 2026 00:44:38 From nurses and youth ministers to farm owners welcoming all of East Texas — Brian and Brooke Hopkins are building something truly special just outside of Hallsville. Rise and Shine Hills is a healing homestead rooted in 100 years of family history, where families can wander free-range pastures, shop farm-fresh goods, attend hands-on classes, and find a rare kind of peace that doesn't cost a d
HEY ETX S4 E11 Longview Chamber of Commerce - Kelly Hall
HEY ETX S4 E11 Longview Chamber of Commerce - Kelly Hall Mar 23, 2026 00:46:16 Kelly Hall has spent 21 years building something Longview can be genuinely proud of — and she's just getting started. As CEO of the Longview Chamber of Commerce, Kelly shares how the Chamber went back to its roots to truly serve East Texas businesses, why Longview's faith-driven identity sets it apart from every other city, and what it takes to lead an organization into its next generation
HEY ETX S4 E10 East Texas Baptist University - Dr. Blair Blackburn
HEY ETX S4 E10 East Texas Baptist University - Dr. Blair Blackburn Mar 16, 2026 00:53:35 From cheerleader at Tyler Junior College to president of East Texas Baptist University — Dr. Blair Blackburn's journey back to the Piney Woods is a story of calling, faith, and deep roots in East Texas. In this episode, we sit down with ETBU President Dr. Blair Blackburn to explore the rich legacy of the university, its growing programs in business, nursing, and theological education, how athl
HEY ETX S4 E9 NETX Habitat for Humanity - LaJuan Gordon
HEY ETX S4 E9 NETX Habitat for Humanity - LaJuan Gordon Mar 9, 2026 00:42:08 LaJuan Gordon shares how Northeast Texas Habitat for Humanity has served over 1,000 households since 1985, building affordable homes, making critical repairs, and empowering families across Gregg, Harrison, and Upshur Counties. From humble grassroots beginnings at St. Andrew Presbyterian Church to today's expanded mission, discover how Habitat partners with families, volunteers, and the commun
HEY ETX S4 E8 - Brookshire's Wildlife Museum - Terrence Dixon
HEY ETX S4 E8 - Brookshire's Wildlife Museum - Terrence Dixon Mar 2, 2026 00:30:13 Step inside a beloved East Texas tradition that's back and better than ever. Terrence Dixon, Vice President of Corporate Administration and Community Involvement at Brookshire Grocery Company, takes us through the newly reopened Brookshire's Wildlife Museum in Tyler—a free, family-friendly destination featuring over 150 animals from around the world, plus a nostalgic replica of a 1900s country sto
HEY ETX S4 E7 - Tatum ISD / Jucys / Godlink - Debbie Maxey
HEY ETX S4 E7 - Tatum ISD / Jucys / Godlink - Debbie Maxey Feb 23, 2026 00:46:26 Debbie Maxey has spent decades shaping lives in East Texas classrooms and beyond. From her years as a beloved educator and principal at Tatum ISD to co-owning the iconic Jucys Hamburgers, Debbie's commitment to service runs deep. Now, she's taking that same heart overseas through God Link—a mission providing food, clean water, education, and hope to children in Zambia. In this conversation, we exp

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