In episode 37 of ‘Wes and Shelly Share,’ recorded on Monday, November 24th, 2025, Wes and Shelly reflect on their recent trip to the in Charleston, SC. They discuss their experiences and insights gained from the visit, including the importance of acknowledging and understanding the history of racism in the United States. They also share personal memories of their mothers and the traditions they upheld, particularly around Thanksgiving. With a mix of humor and heartfelt storytelling, they provide a glimpse into their lives, family history, and the values they cherish. Join them as they share both their reflections on history and the warmth of family traditions.
00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview
00:25 Thanksgiving Week Plans
01:39 Reflecting on Professional Development
02:36 Church Retreats and Community Engagement
03:33 Trip to the International African American Museum
06:41 Museum Experience and Reflections
23:03 Gullah People and Cultural Insights
30:12 Thanksgiving Memories and Family Traditions
33:27 Thanksgiving Memories and Traditions
33:59 Family Cooking and Mishaps
35:37 Thanksgiving at Your House
38:37 Mother’s Baking and Holiday Treats
41:12 Reflections on Mother’s Personality
41:49 Aunt Pauline and Family Connections
42:41 Mother’s Homemaking and Family Time
43:16 Piddling and Shopping Memories
44:10 Mother’s Retirement and Family Gatherings
44:54 Contrasts Between Our Mothers
45:49 Gourmet Cooking and Holiday Experiments
47:11 Memories of the Leavenworth House
51:51 Creating New Traditions
52:35 Podcast Conclusion and Holiday Wishes
Referenced Links in this Episode:
Places Mentioned
South Carolina
- International African American Museum (Charleston, SC): “A new museum telling the unvarnished stories of the African American experience.”
- USS Yorktown at Patriots Point (Charleston, SC)
- Beaufort, South Carolina
- Daufuskie Island, South Carolina
- Hannibal’s Soul Food (Charleston, SC)
North Carolina
- Anti-Racism Council of Caldwell Presbyterian Church (ARCC)
- Caldwell Presbyterian Church (Charlotte, NC)
- Montreat Conference Center (Montreat, NC)
- Trinity Presbyterian Church (Charlotte, NC)
- Levine Shelter (Charlotte, NC)
Kansas & Oklahoma
- Oklahoma Hall of Fame (Oklahoma City, OK)
- Meadowlark Hills (Manhattan, KS)
- Fort Riley (Kansas)
- Leavenworth, Kansas
- Manhattan, Kansas
Texas & Wyoming
- Heart Mountain Interpretive Center (Powell, WY)
- Amarillo, Texas
- Wayland Baptist University (Plainview, TX)
- Texas Tech University (Lubbock, TX)
🌐 Websites & Online Resources
Other Referenced Resources
- Jane Yolen’s “Encounter”
- Flickr Album (museum visit photos)
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