In the debut episode of the Converse-Ations podcast, hosted by John Moulton and Sean Gowing from the Elevate Glenrock team, listeners get an intimate chat with Glen Lam, a true pillar of the Glenrock community. Having called this Wyoming town home for the past 50 years, since the early 1970s. Glen's story weaves together the town's evolution from a quiet oil-boom outpost to a resilient, tight-knit hub. The episode, clocking in at about 40 minutes, feels like pulling up a chair on a front porch, with hosts John Moulton and Sean Gowing (local enthusiasts passionate about community storytelling) guiding a candid, heartfelt discussion. It's raw, reflective, and packed with that small-town wisdom that makes Glenrock special.
Glen kicks things off with how he landed in Glenrock right after high school, drawn by job prospects in the energy sector during a time when the oil fields were buzzing. "Back then, Glenrock was all grit and promise," he recalls, painting a picture of dusty streets, packed diners, and families building lives amid the boom-and-bust cycles of fossil fuels. He shares a laugh about his first winter: "I thought Wyoming was a myth, turns out the wind really does howl like a banshee." Over the decades, he's worn many hats: His 50-year tenure isn't just longevity; it's a testament to sticking it out through recessions, floods, and the slow shift toward renewables.
The conversation dives deep into what makes Glenrock tick, with Glen dropping gems on:
The hosts, John Moulton with his thoughtful prompts and Sean Gowing's easygoing humor, weave in light-hearted segments, like a "Then vs. Now" trivia on local landmarks (did you know the historic Deer Creek Bridge has seen more proposals than a rom-com?), keeping the vibe engaging without overshadowing Glen's voice.
Glen's message boils down to resilience and roots: "Fifty years flies when you're invested. Glenrock isn't perfect, but it's ours." The episode ends with a call for listeners to share their own Glenrock stories via social media, teasing future chats with other locals. If you're tied to Wyoming or just love underdog tales, this one's a must-listen, it's a reminder that real stories come from real time spent in one place.
Stream it on the Elevate Glenrock site or your favorite pod platform. What's your longest "hometown" chapter? Drop it in the comments—let's keep the converse-ations going!
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