Success Made to Last Legends

There's only ONE Hector Saldana. Founding member of The Krayolas. Museum curator at the world class Wittliff Museum at Texas State University in San Marcos, Texas. Hector spent more than two decades telling the stories that many mainstream media outlets overlooked—Tejano musicians, conjunto pioneers, Chicano artists, Texas songwriters, and the cultural movements that shaped South Texas. He earned national journalism awards for his feature writing and coverage of San Antonio's music scene.What makes him Truly Significant is that he evolved from reporter to preservationist. In 2017, he was selected as the first curator of the Texas Music Collection at The Wittliff Collections, where his mission became preserving the stories, photographs, recordings, and artifacts of Texas music for future generations. That is a classic Side Quest story. A young reporter could have spent an entire career covering breaking news. Instead, Saldaña followed his curiosity into music history, Texas culture, and the people behind the songs.Over time, that side interest became a calling. His Side Quest became his significance. Several themes stand out:He Preserved Voices Before They Disappeared. Saldaña documented legends such as Flaco Jiménez, Augie Meyers, and countless regional artists whose stories might otherwise have been lost. His work often focused on the cultural significance behind the music, not just the performers themselves. He Built Bridges Between Cultures His reporting connected country music, rock and roll, Tejano, conjunto, and Mexican-American traditions. He helped Texans understand that these were not separate stories but chapters of the same Texas story.He Turned Curiosity Into Stewardship Many people collect information. Few become caretakers of an entire cultural legacy. As curator, he moved from reporting history to protecting it. A Truly Significant Reflection He thought he was covering concerts. He thought he was interviewing musicians. He thought he was writing newspaper stories. But all along, Hector Saldaña was preserving the soundtrack of Texas. And years later, when the songs faded and the musicians passed on, the stories remained. Because one curious journalist decided they mattered. That is significance. Not fame. Not headlines. Not bylines. But becoming the trusted keeper of a culture's memory. And that's why Hector Saldaña belongs as a Truly Significant Texan.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/success-made-to-last-legends--4302039/support.

Matt Ferguson is a world class storyteller with honed skills from his years at Walt Disney.Listen to this exclusive, fascinating conversation about creativity, concepts, branding and promises delivered. Matt Ferguson's work at Storyland Studios, his years with Disney, and his contributions to themed entertainment provide a rich backdrop for discussing how great stories help people discover meaning and significance. Learn more about....Matt, you've spent your career helping create stories that move people. What makes a story truly significant rather than merely entertaining?Throughout your years with Disney, what did you learn about the universal elements that connect audiences regardless of age, culture, or background?Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/success-made-to-last-legends--4302039/support.

Narada Michael Walden is our dream guest on Truly Significant today. His life is ONE with Music. He wants to be the vessel for music that connects emotionally. At his root is gratitude. We cover Narada's spiritual journey, adventures as an INTENSE musician, producer and friend. This conversation covers a series of Side Quests that became a calling. Narada started as a drummer in the legendary Mahavishnu Orchestra, evolved into one of the most successful producers in music history, helped launch the careers of artists like Whitney Houston and Mariah Carey, and has often spoken about music as a spiritual mission rather than merely a profession. Get ready for this insightful, soul FULL conversation. Experiencing the full depth and dynamics of Aretha Franklin and Whitney Houston. Learn what artist has surprised Narada the most?Understand what GUMBO means and a life well lived around "odd meters," frenzy, and LOVE. Thanks to our TRULY SIGNIFICANT mutual friend Dan Ashley, ABC 7 anchor, musician and songwriter extraordinaire for connecting us. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/success-made-to-last-legends--4302039/support.

Did you know that there were 272 known emotions? Hear this fascinating interview with Dr. D. "Doug" Johnston as he unpacks a decade of research that spans 3000 years of history and 272 states of emotions. Building your emotional literacy is the start of growing your emotional intelligence. His book Choosing Emotions, Thinking with Your Head and Heart is a seminal book for the ages. Our team is recommending this missive for wedding gifts, graduation and birthdays from 10 years old and up. Listen to our special commentary on Side Quests and Significance. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/success-made-to-last-legends--4302039/support.

We are all children of God, but there are a few annointed writers in this world and one of them is Mr. Roy Lessin. Celebrate Roy's 84th birthday with us and hear the inside story on how he found the Lord Jesus after growing up Jewish. It's a message you will never forget. Be inspired by Roy's special readings on life in business while conducting oneself by demonstrating God's kingdom. Listen to the complete show to the end to hear how Roy is reinventing himself. Psalm 92 calls us to flourish and freshness!! A special thanks to our mutual friend, Rolf Garborg (Roy's roommate at Bethany Bible College). Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/success-made-to-last-legends--4302039/support.