From running the streets in Wichita to a near-death stabbing and a federal indictment — Zach Nguyen’s story is a raw, unfiltered look at gang life, survival, and the road to giving back. Watch Zach tell the truth about poverty, juvenile prison, and the moment that changed everything.

In this episode we catch up with Assistant Coach David Clark Jr. from We are D3 post The Basketball Tournament 2025.#TBT #TheBasketballTournament #foxsports

Pat Strathman is the Station Manager for ESPN Wichita 92.3. He is also on air from 2-4pm with The Pulse.

Stacy Rogers: Kansas Governor Candidate, Small Business, and Community Engagement.In this episode, Kansas Governor candidate Stacy Rogers speaks about her background as a mother, entrepreneur, and now political hopeful. She discusses the process of declaring her candidacy, the importance of local community engagement, and her views on education reform. Rogers highlights her experiences running various businesses, including her initial venture selling books on Amazon and managing multiple consignment sales. She shares her reasons for entering the gubernatorial race, emphasizing her desire to address issues like voter ID, school choice, and the integrity of election processes. Tune in to hear about her vision for a better Kansas and her commitment to serving the community.

00:00 Introduction and Guest Background

00:26 Campaign Process and Requirements

01:44 Personal History and Kansas Roots

03:10 Entrepreneurial Journey

04:54 Mary Kay and Other Business Ventures

10:47 Community Impact and Small Business Support

14:15 Decision to Run for Governor

17:56 Engaging with the Community

29:34 Challenges and Solutions in Local Governance

43:19 Wichita's Potential and Development

48:22 Community Engagement and Apathy

50:41 Understanding Precinct People

52:37 Importance of Local Involvement

01:00:43 Election Integrity Concerns

01:07:38 Supreme Court Selection Process

01:13:49 Challenges in the Education System

01:21:14 Personal Stories of Education

01:33:59 Campaign and Grassroots Efforts

01:39:33 Final Thoughts and Future Plans---------------------------------------------You may use clips from this podcast as long as you link to the original episode and credit The Alien Podcast. All other inquires, please e-mail me.leebird@thealienpodcast.com

Join me as I sit down with Coach David Clark Jr., educator and assistant coach for the rising stars of We Are D3, a TBT basketball team that's taken the scene by storm. Hear Coach Clark's insights on what makes We Are D3 a growing powerhouse for The Basketball Tournament, and how they're scouting top talent for pro teams globally.Justin Hardy’s story is an espn 30 for 30 and we highly recommend looking it up. Here is another piece ESPN did on him. #HardyStronghttps://youtu.be/F5uRdIMRVEA?si=jrSVykBc6yHds9bq

Join me as I sit down with Don Hargis, a champion of Disaster Relief and men's ministry. Don shares his incredible journey from humble beginnings to leading California Southern Baptist Disaster Relief Ministries, and founding STRAM Camp. Hear his inspiring story of faith, service, and growth.Check Out Pastor Lito Solorio's episode here:https://open.spotify.com/episode/5Hv3MNhmJskvlZSou1adRj?si=gDU2oMIRRrWiwolvNnjvEA

Join me as I sit down with legendary coach Mark Potter, a 30-year veteran of basketball with over 300 wins under his belt. In this powerful conversation, Coach Potter opens up about his courageous battle with depression during the height of his coaching career, and shares his inspiring story of hope and recovery.Plus, Coach Potter shares actionable strategies for building mental toughness and creating a cohesive team culture - whether on the court or in the workplace. Don't miss this uplifting and thought-provoking chat!Feel Free to visit Coach Potters website.www.d2up.org

Meteorologist Jake Dunne.