Hondo Handy’s Podcast

The 121st Episode of the Hondo Handy’s Podcast has been brought to you by Buxy’s Salty Dog and Dry Dock 28. My guest today has been Bubba Almany, who is about to be an author. He is currently working on his memoir called the “Heart of a Protector: Navigating Life’s Battle Grounds with Faith and Fortitude.”

Welcome to the 120th episode of the Hondo Handy’s Podcast, sponsored by OCfamilydiscountfun.com. This episode talks about my book “Defying Expectations,” and my upcoming book signings and discussions.

The 119th Episode of the Hondo Handy’s Podcast brought you by Buxy’s Salty Dog and Dry Dock 28 of Ocean City present Chris Parker, Recreation Manager for Takoma Park, Maryland. Chris grew up Japan, as well as Maryland, where he attended Stephen Decatur High School and played basketball and ran track. He participated in basketball leagues at the Ocean City Recreation & Parks Department. In college he attended University of Maryland Eastern Shore, Salisbury University and finished at Virginia Wesley and received his Degree in Recreation & Leisure Studies. He has served as the Director of Salvation Army Boys & Girls Club in Baltimore and later served as Executive Director, moved to Loudoun County Parks & Recreation in Northern Virginia and now at Takoma Park Recreation, City of Takoma Park, Maryland.

The 118th Hondo Handy’s Podcast talks about the possibility of my book, “Defying Expectations,” making an appearance at Super Bowl LVII, in Arizona, in the game between the Philadelphia Eagles and the Kansas City Chiefs. It also talks about Chris Parker, who grew up in the Berlin/Ocean City area, played sports at Stephen Decatur High School and participated programs at the Ocean City Recreation & Parks and is now a Recreation Manager for Takoma Parks & Recreation in Takoma Park, Maryland. Finally, I talk about my book signing on Saturday, February 11th from 2:00-4:00 p.m. at St. Paul United Methodist Church at 405 Flower Street, Berlin, Maryland!

Welcome to the 117th Episode of the Hondo Handy’s Podcast. Today we are inviting everyone to the Germantown School Holiday Open House, located at 10223 Trappe Road, on Saturday, November 26 from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. I will be signing my book, “Defying Expectations,” Family, Sports and Recreation. The book shares my journey and the challenges I faced throughout my life. So come join us and find out more about the school’s museum showing Rev. Tindley (Father of Gospel Music) and the previewing of the first station in their new walking tour: Restoration: Learning How to Make Dream Come True.

The 116 Episode of the Hondo Handy’s Podcast features Black Friday Discounts on the purchase of my book, “Defying Expectations.” Black Friday Coupon for the Book is KDZC7J and for the EBook it is X3ABM3. Be sure to order your Christmas Present today and learn all about my challenging journey.

This is the 3rd episode on my new book, “Defying Expectations.” I talk about the opportunity to play basketball at Stephen Decatur High School.

This episode shared the journey of my decision to attend Stephen Decatur, an all white high school, or follow in the footsteps of my family members and attend Worcester High School, an all black high school before integration.

Ed Hileman Drywall and Custom Painting, including residential and commercial Power-washing presents the 113 episode of the Hondo Handy’s Podcast. This podcast shares the journey of basketball star Keve Aluma from Stephen Decatur High School, to the Wofford College Terriers, to the Virginia Tech Hokies, to the Memphis Grizzlies of the NBA and to continuing his professional basketball career in Japan. Aluma was a two-time All-ACC performer for the Hokies. He earned his first undergraduate degree in human development from Virginia Tech in May 2021. He is currently working on his second undergraduate degree in sociology.

This episode talks about the reason for writing my brand new book, Defying Expectations. How family played a big role in my life, overcoming challenges and how hard work can often overcome talent.