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Being Real with Bethany

Hosted by WSFA 12 News · education · EN · 28 episodes

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About this Podcast:

“Being Real with Bethany” features sit-down interviews with local people who’ve made a difference and, in some cases, made history or proven influential in their communities.

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What is Being Real with Bethany about?

“Being Real with Bethany” features sit-down interviews with local people who’ve made a difference and, in some cases, made history or proven influential in their communities.

Who hosts Being Real with Bethany?

Being Real with Bethany is hosted by WSFA 12 News. The show has published 28 episodes to date.

What has Being Real with Bethany covered recently?

Recent episodes include "Episode 28: WSFA Celebrates 70 with former anchor Tonya Terry" (31 December 2025, 49 minutes), "Episode 27: WSFA Celebrates 70 with James Belton" (24 December 2025, 63 minutes), and "Episode 26: WSFA Celebrates 70 with former production manager Roger Thomas" (17 December 2025, 31 minutes).

How often does Being Real with Bethany publish?

Being Real with Bethany publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 51 minutes across 28 episodes.

How hard is it to get booked on Being Real with Bethany?

Booking probability for Being Real with Bethany is 20%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Being Real with Bethany requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Being Real with Bethany's contact route on record: verified email.

About the host

WSFA 12 News hosts Being Real with Bethany, an education show with 28 episodes published.

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Recent episodes

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  • Episode #28

    Episode 28: WSFA Celebrates 70 with former anchor Tonya Terry

    Dec 31, 202549 minS4

    <p>Former “Today in Alabama” anchor Tonya Terry discusses her lifelong connection to WSFA 12 News and how coming to work here was like coming home.</p>

  • Episode #27

    Episode 27: WSFA Celebrates 70 with James Belton

    Dec 24, 20251h 3mS4

    <p>James Belton served in almost every department of the station before he retired. The “father figure” of the WSFA family walks down memory lane with excitement for the station’s future.</p>

  • Episode #26

    Episode 26: WSFA Celebrates 70 with former production manager Roger Thomas

    Dec 17, 202531 minS4

    <p>Former production manager Roger Thomas helped set the WSFA standard, demanding top-notch performances from everyone behind the scenes.</p>

  • Episode #25

    Episode 25: WSFA Celebrates 70 with 'Young World' cast members

    Dec 10, 202550 minS4

    <p>"Young World" was a beloved children’s show broadcast from WSFA’s studios from 1972 to 1987. Former cast members share a behind-the-scenes perspective.</p>

  • Episode #24

    Episode 24: WSFA Celebrates 70 with former reporter John Moore

    Dec 3, 202539 minS4

    <p>Perhaps the longest living WSFA employee, John Moore remembers an early era of news reporting and the stories WSFA covered.</p>

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  • Episode #23

    Episode 23: WSFA Celebrates 70 with former Art Director Bill Ford

    Nov 26, 202557 minS4

    <p>The man responsible for many of WSFA’s logos and images reflects on his nearly three decades of shaping the station’s look, and building relationships in and out of the building.</p>

  • Episode #22

    Episode 22: WSFA Celebrates 70 with former Sports Director Jeff Shearer

    Nov 19, 202550 minS4

    <p>Jeff Shearer looks back on his nearly 25 years covering high school and college sports around Alabama, explains how he’s STILL covering sports in his new role, and what his time at WSFA 12 News meant to him and his...

  • Episode #21

    Episode 21: WSFA Celebrates 70 with former political reporter Scott Adcock

    Nov 12, 202549 minS4

    <p>Former political reporter Scott Adcock, who then worked in politics, and now talks politics on the radio, remembers covering some of the most important events in Alabama history.</p>

  • Episode #20

    Episode 20: WSFA Celebrates 70 with longest-serving employee Verdelle Jefferson

    Nov 5, 202534 minS4

    <p>Verdelle Jefferson spent 50 YEARS working at WSFA 12 News, longer than anyone else! She describes her behind-the-scenes work, and shows how her personality kept this station rolling.</p>

  • Episode #19

    Episode 19: WSFA Celebrates 70 with photographers Jeff Harrison and Andre Morgan

    Oct 29, 20251h 6mS4

    <p>WSFA 12 News Chief Photographer Andre Morgan and Operations Manager Jeff Harrison reflect on their decades of service, stories they’ve covered, and what’s changed the most over the years.</p>

  • Episode #18

    Episode 18: WSFA Celebrates 70 with former anchor Kim Hendrix

    Oct 22, 202551 minS4

    <p>Longtime news anchor Kim Hendrix remembers her time behind the news desk and behind the scenes at WSFA 12 News.</p>

  • Episode #6

    Episode 17: "An Alley-oop To The Next Level"

    Dec 18, 202456 minS3

    <p>As the first female coach to bring a boys team to the final four of Alabama's State Championship, Courtney Ward speaks about the challenges and rewards of her basketball career, the impact she's had on her players...

  • Episode #5

    Episode 16: "Grand Slam Family Legacy"

    Dec 11, 202445 minS3

    <p>Baseball runs deep in this family. Grandfather and grandson, Butch Austin and Will Austin speak on the impact the game of baseball has had on their family, lives, and more.</p>

  • Episode #4

    Episode 15: "Living Legend On and Off The Court"

    Dec 4, 202438 minS3

    <p>For over 50 years, Richard Robertson coached and worked at Andalusia High School. He reflects on his time there and the impact he's had on former players, his love for the city of Andalusia, and more.</p>

  • Episode #3

    Episode 14: "Best Seat In The House: Views From The Sidelines"

    Nov 27, 202452 minS3

    <p>As members of Auburn University's Chain Gang, Kenny Buck and Michael Miller have seen some incredible moments in football. They share some of their best moments from the sidelines. </p>

  • Episode #2

    Episode 13: "If You're Good Enough, They Will Find You"

    Nov 20, 202454 minS3

    <p>Former Alabama Quarterback Brodie Croyle, who also played for the Kansas City Chiefs and Arizona Cardinals, reflects on his football career and life lessons. As the current CEO of Big Oak Ranch, Croyle also speaks on...

  • Episode #1

    Episode 12: "In A League Of Her Own"

    Nov 13, 202453 minS3

    <p>As WSFA 12 News first female Sports Director, Rosie Langello speaks on the challenges and pressure with taking on the role. She also reflects on her childhood, love life, and favorite sports moments.</p>

  • Episode #4

    Episode 11: "Talk about a power couple!"

    Apr 3, 202458 minS2

    <p>Dr. Porcia Love is a dermatologist who runs her own practice. Her husband, JC Love is an attorney, and Montgomery's Probate Judge.</p> <p>This is a couple with seemingly endless energy, more action than hours in the...

  • Episode #3

    Episode 10: "Divide and Conquer, Supporting Each Other No Matter What"

    Mar 27, 202453 minS2

    <p>You could say John Ed and Lynn Mathison are pillars in their community, family, and in their faith.</p>

  • Episode #2

    Episode 9: '80 years strong and still going'

    Mar 20, 20241h 2mS2

    <p>George and Louise Dennis were 13 and 16 when they met, 15 and 18 when they got married, and they've been nearly inseparable ever since.</p> <p>They have navigated their way through a war, the loss of their only...

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