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Jan 2022
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EP166: MIT's Basketball Coach: "Those Ne...

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On this episode of Our American Stories, Bill Koch shares the leadership lessons he took with him for the rest of his life! Betsy and Elaine tell the story of their grandfather, Albert E. Brumley, as he is recognized as one of the most important Gospel music composers of all time. Writing over 800 songs, including "I'll Fly Away" and "Turn Your Radio On", and with countless awards to his name, he truly is an American music icon.

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00:00 - MIT's Basketball Coach: "Those Nerds Can Only Handle One Play"

10:00 - The Man Who Wrote 'I'll Fly Away'

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