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Bonham Now

Welcome to Bonham Now – the podcast that celebrates the past, present and future of Bonham, Texas. On every episode, we tell the story of this community through the stories of the people who live and work here. Again, remembering our past ... celebrating the present and looking to our future. You'll love where we take you.

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S4 · E20
Thursday · 22 min
Donna McBroom: Stories ... Memories ... Legacy
Donna McBroom has always lived in Bonham, Texas. She never left 75418, living in only five houses her entire life. But she wouldn't have it any other way, because that has led to a beautiful life of stories, memories and legacy. On this episode of...
S3 · E15
August 14 · 25 min
Corey Fagan: Change Agent for Community and Faith
Corey Fagan made a bold professional change after a long and successful career in health care. With a heart for giving back to others, he saw an opportunity to do that in a different way. So, Corey leaned into his faith and jumped feeet first into...
S3 · E14
July 10 · 30 min
Pastor Andrew Malone: Following God's Plan Back Home
Pastor Andrew Malone has come home. After growing up in Bonham – and graduating from Bonham High School – he spread his wings and flew. But God's plan is perfect, and He brought Andrew home. Now, Andrew Malone is the lead pastor at First Baptist...
S4 · E13
June 22 · 21 min
Dr. Dana Sisk: Caring for People Who Care
Dana Sisk has been serving this community as a family doctor for more than 47 years, following in the footsteps of his father who served for 43 years. Together, they have served Bonham and Fannin County for 90 years, and the ripple effects can be felt...
S4 · E12
June 3 · 29 min
Alan McDonald: Manifesting a 'Corny Dream' into a Legacy
When Alan McDonald was a young boy, he told his grandmother that he was going to move to Fannin County, live on the family farm and raise his family. When he made this bold declaration, he was 8 years old, living in Arlington and visiting his...
S4 · E11
May 18 · 24 min
Nicole Hamilton: Opened Doors and Child's Play
Nicole Hamilton - owner of Milo & MJ's Activity Center - couldn't imagine if she had started her small business in another community. Since switching careers and launching her childcare center, God's opened doors have guided her every step of the...
S3 · E10
May 1 · 29 min
Tommy Sue & Tom Turner: Extra! Extra! Hear All About It!
This isn't going to be breaking news ... Tommy Sue and Tom Turner – longtime owners of the "people's newspaper" – are madly in love with Bonham, Texas. This is a behind-the-scenes story of the people behind the stories. Spoiler alert: Tommy Sue and...
S3 · E9
April 23 · 31 min
Bonham Fire Department: Discussion Around the Kitchen Table
This is Part 5 in a five-part series highlighting the Bonham Fire Department. On this episode, we sit around the kitchen table and have a candid conversation with six members of BFD. We discuss everything from the brotherhood of the fire department to...
S3 · E8
March 24 · 27 min
Dusty Baker: 'This is Where I'm Supposed to Be'
This is Part 4 in a five-part series highlighting the Bonham Fire Department. On this episode, we'll share a sit-down conversation with Dusty Baker, a battalion chief for BFD who was born and raised in Bonham, Texas. He'll share his story of how ended...
S3 · E7
March 9 · 25 min
Alan Reaves: Heart of Fire
This is Part 3 in a five-part series highlighting the Bonham Fire Department. On this episode, we'll share a sit-down conversation with Cpt. Alan Reaves. This is a powerful and heartfelt episode that captues the brotherhood of the fire service. Also...
S3 · E6
February 23 · 16 min
Jason Dudley: Serving His Hometown
This is Part 2 in a five-part series highlighting the Bonham Fire Department. On this episode, we'll share a sit-down conversation with Bonham native Jason Dudley, a battalion chief for BFD. He shares why it's an honor to serve his hometown, and he'll...
S3 · E5
February 7 · 33 min
Chief Chris Hughes: Command Presence
This is Part 1 in a five-part series highlighting the Bonham Fire Department. On this episode, we'll get to know Chief Chris Hughes, who always wanted to be a firefighter but unintentionally climbed the ranks to the top of the department. Spoiler...
S3 · E4
January 22 · 29 min
Elizabeth Applewhite: Trusting Fully ... All the Way Home
Elizabeth Applewhite has lived all over the world, but she has already decided that she's going to die in Bonham, Texas. She loves her new community that much! When she purchased her house near Bonham's Historic Square, she didn't know much about this...
S3 · E3
January 8 · 23 min
Alicia Whipple: Where Pride Runs Deep
There is a constant thread throughout this episode of Bonham Now ... pride! That's because our featured guest, Alicia Whipple, is extremely proud of her hometown. That pride shines through as Alicia shares her story (and her resume) that led her to be...
S3 · E2
Dec 22, 2025 · 19 min
Johnny White: 'People Don't Care How Much You Know..."
Johnny White is a salesman – through and through. Through hard work and dedication, he climbed the ladder of his company - all the way to the top. He was the company's No. 1 salesperson. After retiring, he found his way to Bonham, Texas. He now lives...
S3 · E1
Dec 3, 2025 · 26 min
Jacqueline Gore (Rooted in Hope): Meant for Big Impacts
Jacqueline Gore is a fighter! She is resilient and strong. This comes out on this episode of Bonham Now – the first episode of Season 3 - when Jacqueline shares her story and explains how it has taken root in this community. From her published book to...
S2 · E26
Nov 14, 2025 · 33 min
Jim McDonald: Staying Cool & Bringing a Different Perspective
If you know Jim McDonald - you already know he’s a different kind of dude, but you also know that he’s a great dude - creative, funny and full of different perspectives. If you don’t know Jim McDonald - buckle up. This is definitely going to be a fun...
S2 · E25
Oct 30, 2025 · 25 min
Michelle Griffith: Opening the Door for Healing & Growth
Michelle Griffith is the lead therapist at the Children's Advocacy Center in Bonham. On this episode of Bonham Now, Michelle discusses the Fannin County Children's Center and all the vital services offered under its umbrella, including her...
S2 · E24
Oct 17, 2025 · 21 min
Sue Smith: Following 'a Long, Tall Texan' Home
Sue Smith met her husband while attending college in upstate New York. His name was Mike, and according to his bride-to-be, he was "a long, tall Texan" that she found to be very interesting. They fell in love, got married and eventually moved to...
S2 · E23
Oct 2, 2025 · 19 min
Jennie Poe: 'I'm Where I'm Supposed to Be'
Legacy is word that kept coming up on this episode of Bonham Now. Our featured guest, Jennie Poe, is fourth generation Bonham. She also owns the community's oldest business, Bradford-Watson Insurance. During our conversation, Jennie talks about...

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