Boy in the Trash Can

T Spike! Terwilliger, Ed.D.

The story about a boy thrown away at birth in Korea and rescued at the brink of death -- and his journey through life. The podcast explores Dr Terwilliger's humorous experiences on the farm, life in the Air Force, funny stories, travels around the world, and learning to cope with a disability that impacted his life. Join me on this journey and the twists and turns of life through the lens of a gay Asian American who lived the American dream. There will be lots of laughs, perhaps a tear; and mostly adventure! (Amazing cover art by artist Ken Bryson; intro/exit music by Markus Terwilliger). Boy In the Trash Can is a production of CSJ Associates and is dedicated to Barbara Holton Terwilliger

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Goodpods has curated a list of the 10 best Boy in the Trash Can episodes, ranked by the number of listens and likes each episode have garnered from our listeners. If you are listening to Boy in the Trash Can for the first time, there's no better place to start than with one of these standout episodes. If you are a fan of the show, vote for your favorite Boy in the Trash Can episode by adding your comments to the episode page.

#69 - Thanksgivings of Yesteryear

Boy in the Trash Can

11/30/23 • 15 min

#69 - Thanksgivings of Yesteryear. This episode shares some Thanksgivings from the farm forward and a movie and a song that, for me, kick off the holiday season. The holiday season is full of wonder, joy, and excitement with family and friends. At the same time, for those who may have lost a loved one or friend this year or other years; the season can be challenging and so let's let the best form of giving be to just be kind to one another.

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Cover Art by Ken Bryson; Pre-Roll and Post-Roll music by singer/songwriter Markus Terwilliger
The Boy in the Trash Can Podcast is a production of CSJ Associates

#60 - A Patch, A Tattoo, & Lasik

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09/28/23 • 27 min

#60 - A Patch, A Tattoo, & Lasik. We move the patch project forward and focus the squadron on guest service with a story and tattoos! We're moving forward and I need a new photo because I no longer wear glasses! What an experience that was such an amazing decision.
Listeners know about my Mom - and this past Wednesday, it's been 40 years since she passed - and though the podcast, I get to look at my life in the mirror and at the same time, experience the daunting world -- I think if my Mom lived past 1983; my life would have been different; just as it was from my humble start at the Boy in the Trash Can.
#podcast #Montana #Malmstrom #341Services #AirForce #asianAmerican

#25 - Officer Training School!

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01/26/23 • 21 min

#25 - Officer Training School. This episode sadly speaks to a baby thrown in a dumpster. Unlike me, it was not along time ago in a land far away. It was in the US, a week ago. The baby was found alive, though critical. Then, this episode takes me back into the Air Force and a second career as I embark on Officer Training School. A couple of antics and some help on the firing range. It's the start to my second career that would take me to both challenging and rewarding adventure.
#podcast #AirForce #OTS #leadership #shbb #lackland #veteran #adoptee #ggu

#55 - A Couple of Leadership Lessons

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08/24/23 • 20 min

#55 - A Couple of Leadership Lessons. This episode continues my assignment at UT Austin and cadet activities and leadership lessons for both cadets and staff. A friend visits who inspires cadets by visiting; and a real world situation under Don't Ask - Don't Tell.

#17 - So Long Nellis - Hello Langley!

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11/23/22 • 16 min

#17 - So Long Nellis - Hello Langley! This week is a day early and I first send my American listeners a hearty Happy Thanksgiving Day and to others, a happy festival holiday according to your national celebrations of thanks! This week’s episode is a little shorter and we’ll be back to normal next week!
This week, we’ll wrap up my time at Nellis AFB as I have re-enlisted and ready to start another four years in an organization that I have found to be rewarding despite the early personal setbacks in my career. This episode will provide the lay of the land as I go to a regular services squadron as well.
#AirForce #USAF #LangleyAFB

#37 - Off to Langley and Settling In

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04/20/23 • 22 min

#37 - Off to Langley and Settling In: This episode lays the foundation for the next assignment at Langley AFB, with continued antics through story telling. It's a good start and the recognition from Osan comes in 9 months later.
#airforce #langleyafb #hqtac #majcom #asianamerican

#59 - Lay of the Land & We Need a Patch!

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09/21/23 • 27 min

#59 - Lay of the Land & We Need a Patch! This episode provides a bit of a foundation of Montana, Great Falls, and Malmstrom Air Force Base. Sharing the start of command of the 341 Services Squadron, and some of the early activities.
#podcast #malmstrom #montana #military #airforce

#84 - I'm Retired - what now?

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04/11/24 • 14 min

#84 - I'm Retired - what now? This short episode shares the first year of being fully retired and what I came up with to fill my time. From renovating my condo, planning trips, and finding new hobbies, it seemed like a great plan.

#20 - Zipping Through School and An Adoption Surprise

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12/15/22 • 27 min

#20 - Zipping Through School and An Adoption Surprise. As a listener warning, this episode contains content which some may find disturbing.
The episode updates where I am in advancing in the Air Force and mostly on how I earned my undergraduate degree on hyper-drive. Additionally, you’ll hear about how two of my adopted siblings are reunited with their natural sister. There is a lot happening in this point in my life and you’ll need your running shoes.
#family #education #college #adoption.

#48 - 1 Year Uniform Change; Why The Photo?; & Capt 1: Lt Col 0

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07/06/23 • 23 min

1 Year Uniform Change; Why The Photo?; & Capt 1: Lt Col 0. This episode has some fun stories on the Air Staff with senior leaders; that crazy uniform change in the '90s, and when a captain outwits a lieutenant colonel. My first mobile phone and a wedding.
#LGBT #AirForce #military #pentagon #adoptee #AsianAmericans #KoreanAmerican

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How many episodes does Boy in the Trash Can have?

Boy in the Trash Can currently has 99 episodes available.

What topics does Boy in the Trash Can cover?

The podcast is about Lgbt, Adoption, Korean, Places & Travel, Society & Culture, Biography, Ptsd, Family, Podcasts, Gay, Diversity, Government and Military.

What is the most popular episode on Boy in the Trash Can?

The episode title '#ST 11 - Alaska - Fjords, History, and an Orca!' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on Boy in the Trash Can?

The average episode length on Boy in the Trash Can is 23 minutes.

How often are episodes of Boy in the Trash Can released?

Episodes of Boy in the Trash Can are typically released every 7 days.

When was the first episode of Boy in the Trash Can?

The first episode of Boy in the Trash Can was released on Aug 18, 2022.

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Boy in the Trash Can

T Spike! Terwilliger, Ed.D.

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