#559:

The Coolest Dog

Original Airdate: January 23, 2005 Scripture Reference: Proverbs 13:10 Theme: Pride Writer: Marshal Younger Director: Marshal Younger Producer: Rob Jorgensen Sound Designer: Rob Jorgensen Characters: Wooton Z. Basset, Trent DeWhite, Marvin Washington, Tamika Washington There are some things that you don't really want to document. The memory sometimes sounds better than what's captured on film. The band? "Los Perros Frescos" (that's Spanish for "The Cool Dogs"). Give them a 10 for originality - anyway. But what does this mean for Odyssey? Included in Collections: #43: Along For the Ride, It's Show Time!

#560:

The Present Long Ago

Original Airdate: January 29, 2005 Scripture Reference: Job 42:2 Theme: Seeking Wise Counsel Writer: Bob Hoose Director: Bob Hoose Producer: Johnathon Crowe Sound Designer: Johnathon Crowe Characters: Detective Colimbo, Bill Crosby, Brandon DeWhite, Trent DeWhite, Max Hampton, Arnold Schwartzenbanger, Mandy Straussberg, Mandy Straussberg (Adult) There, Brandon is getting a lesson from his grandmother. It turns out that Brandon is being bullied around at school. In an attempt to help him, his grandmother brings out a diary given to her by someone special from long ago. She tells the story of a boy from the past (Trent) who is being bullied by a kid named Max. Included in Collections: #44A: A Most Surprising Return, #44: Eugene Returns!

#561:

Lost By a Nose

Original Airdate: February 5, 2005 Scripture Reference: 1 Samuel 16:7 Theme: Beauty Writer: John Fornof Director: Bob Hoose Producer: Allen Hurley Sound Designer: Allen Hurley Characters: Tonya, Brenda Frazier, Liz Horton, Principal Johnson, Gwen Kablonski, Nick Mulligan, Mandy Straussberg Journalism is a tough business - especially when it's investigative! Liz is reporting on a tale of discrimination - a beauty contest set up for beauty-full people. Liz is entering as a contestant to infiltrate the operation from the inside! But there's one thing Liz didn't figure on - it appears that beauty and brains can co-exist. But there's more than meets the eye! Included in Collections: #44B: A Most Amazing Event, #44: Eugene Returns!

#562:

The Last "I Do"

Original Airdate: February 12, 2005 Scripture Reference: Acts 4:29-30 Theme: Love Categories: Valentine's Day Episodes Writer: Leilani Wells Director: Bob Hoose Producer: Bob Luttrell Sound Designer: Bob Luttrell Music By: Jared DePasquale Characters: Emperor Claudius, Felix, Julia, Marcus, Mary, Paulina, Persus, Titus, Connie Kendall, Saint Valentine Thrills, chills, daring rescues, chases, and winning the heart of the beautiful girl! That's what Valentine's Day is all about! At least it is once you hear the true story of St. Valentine. Claudius has declared war on families and Valentine fights back! Connie introduces us to the real Valentine, what he stood for and how romance, marriage and families were saved by his heroics! Included in Collections: #44A: A Most Surprising Return, #44: Eugene Returns!

#563:

Tuesdays with Wooton

Original Airdate: February 19, 2005 Scripture Reference: 1 Peter 3:15 Theme: Relationships Writers: Torry Martin, Marshal Younger Director: Marshal Younger Producer: Glenn Montjoy Sound Designer: Glenn Montjoy Characters: Wooton Z. Basset, Mr. Blaylock, Mrs. Drummond, Mrs. Hampton (Mother of Max Hampton), Connie Kendall, Grady McKay, Seth Young A lonely boy is accused of stealing mail. All he needs is a friend - and Wooten seems to fit the bill. But can Wooten really trust the boy? Can he help him? And is it worth the risk? Included in Collections: #44A: A Most Surprising Return, #44: Eugene Returns!

#564:

A Most Intriguing Question

Original Airdate: April 2, 2005 Scripture Reference: 1 Thessalonians 5:11 Theme: Curiosity Categories: Imagination Station Episodes Writers: Nathan Hoobler, Paul McCusker Directors: Paul McCusker, Marshal Younger Producer: Glenn Montjoy Sound Designer: Glenn Montjoy Characters: Dr. William Foster, Connie Kendall, Eugene Meltsner, Tom Riley, Bernard Walton, John Avery Whittaker (Whit) It's something big. Whit is working on a secret project. It's more serious than anyone realizes. But the pay-off is worth the trouble. Included in Collections: #44A: A Most Surprising Return, #44: Eugene Returns!

#565:

A Most Surprising Answer

Original Airdate: April 9, 2005 Scripture Reference: 1 Thessalonians 5:11 Theme: Being Genuine Categories: Imagination Station Episodes Writers: Paul McCusker, Marshal Younger Directors: Paul McCusker, Marshal Younger Producer: Allen Hurley Sound Designer: Allen Hurley Characters: Dr. William Foster, Connie Kendall, Eugene Meltsner, Tom Riley, Katrina Shanks-Meltsner, Bernard Walton, John Avery Whittaker (Whit) Everyone reacts to the shocking news. Eugene and Katrina have come home? But the explanation is even more surprising. What happened to Eugene and Katrina? Why have they been missing for so long? Included in Collections: #44A: A Most Surprising Return, #44: Eugene Returns!

#566:

A Most Extraordinary Conclusion

Original Airdate: April 16, 2005 Scripture Reference: 1 Thessalonians 5:11 Theme: Prayer Categories: Imagination Station Episodes Writers: Paul McCusker, Marshal Younger Directors: Paul McCusker, Marshal Younger Producer: Glenn Montjoy Sound Designer: Glenn Montjoy Characters: Hezekiah, Dr. William Foster, Connie Kendall, Eugene Meltsner, Ralph Reams, Tom Riley, Katrina Shanks-Meltsner, Brandon Teller, Bernard Walton, John Avery Whittaker (Whit) Whit has a plan to restore Eugene's lost memory. But not everyone thinks it's a good idea. Will Eugene's memory ever return? Included in Collections: #44A: A Most Surprising Return, #44: Eugene Returns!

#567:

Two Friends and a Truck

Original Airdate: April 23, 2005 Scripture Reference: 1 Peter 3:9 Theme: Mercy Writer: Nathan Hoobler Director: Nathan Hoobler Producer: Allen Hurley Sound Designer: Allen Hurley Characters: Connie Kendall, Eugene Meltsner, Bernard Walton, Leon Wankel, John Avery Whittaker (Whit) Have you ever heard the phrase, "Friends don't let friends drive their trucks?" [I've never heard the phrase either, but it might've been good advice for Bernard.] A lot of things are happening very quickly. How will he break the news to Bernard? Included in Collections: #44B: A Most Amazing Event, #44: Eugene Returns!, Encore Collection

#568:

The Power of One

Original Airdate: April 30, 2005 Scripture Reference: Matthew 19:26 Theme: Power Writers: John Fornof, Marshal Younger Director: John Fornof Producer: Bob Luttrell Sound Designer: Bob Luttrell Characters: Delilah, Gideon, Joshua, Moses, Paul (Saul), Samson, Lance Beaker, Ronald Edwin Blackgaard, Harlow Doyle (Private Eye), Bruno Enormowitz, Connie Kendall, Ferby Pachinko Once I heard on KYDS [kids] radio - a different kind of a radio show - with stories in fun size - they call them shorts - like David and Goliath meets Wide World of Sports - A couple of WHAM! Then a little BOOM! But wait - not so soon. There's more to be heard Samson so strong - and why is that so? 'Cause his hair is too long. It's theater with drama but mostly comedy. Included in Collections: #44B: A Most Amazing Event, #44: Eugene Returns!, Bible Eyewitness: Collector's Edition

#569:

The Invisible Dog

Original Airdate: May 7, 2005 Scripture Reference: Matthew 20:34 Theme: Compassion Writer: John Fornof Director: John Fornof Producer: Nathan Jones Sound Designer: Nathan Jones Characters: Lester, Trent DeWhite, Max Hampton, Connie Kendall, Eugene Meltsner, John Avery Whittaker (Whit) I've seen miniature breeds before but this one seems SMALLER than usual. I mean - this dog is so small, you can't even see it. Is there more than meets the eye to this invisible dog? And is there another way of looking at this entire situation? Included in Collections: #44B: A Most Amazing Event, #44: Eugene Returns!

#570:

For Better or for Worse (Part 1)

Original Airdate: May 14, 2005 Scripture Reference: Proverbs 16:9 Theme: Competition Writer: Kathy Wierenga-Buchanan Director: Marshal Younger Producer: Bob Luttrell Sound Designer: Bob Luttrell Characters: Connie Kendall, Eugene Meltsner, Bart Rathbone, Tom Riley, Millie Shanks, Katrina Shanks-Meltsner, Bernard Walton, John Avery Whittaker (Whit) Today's the day! Eugene and Katrina's wedding! Except, where are Eugene and Katrina? This seems like a comedy of errors - but no one is laughing! What else can go wrong? Included in Collections: #44B: A Most Amazing Event, #44: Eugene Returns!

#571:

For Better or for Worse (Part 2)

Original Airdate: May 21, 2005 Scripture Reference: Proverbs 16:9 Theme: Competition Writer: Kathy Wierenga-Buchanan Director: Marshal Younger Producer: Glenn Montjoy Sound Designer: Glenn Montjoy Characters: Connie Kendall, Eugene Meltsner, Bart Rathbone, Agnes Riley (Rose), Tom Riley, Millie Shanks, Katrina Shanks-Meltsner, Bernard Walton, John Avery Whittaker (Whit) Today's the day! Eugene and Katrina's wedding! Except, where are Eugene and Katrina? This seems like a comedy of errors - but no one is laughing! What else can go wrong? Included in Collections: #44B: A Most Amazing Event, #44: Eugene Returns!

#572:

Odyssey Sings!

Original Airdate: July 9, 2005 Scripture Reference: Hebrews 13:5 Theme: Fame Categories: Musical Episodes Writers: John Fornof, Marshal Younger Directors: Bob Hoose, Marshal Younger Producer: Johnathon Crowe Sound Designer: Johnathon Crowe Characters: Murray (America Sings!), Wooton Z. Basset, Officer Stew Burke, Bryan Dern (Cryn'), Grandma Dern, Harlow Doyle (Private Eye), Connie Kendall, Eugene Meltsner, Bart Rathbone, Walter Shakespeare, Mr. Tuttle, Tamika Washington, John Avery Whittaker (Whit) The ever popular TV show "America Sings" is coming to Odyssey - and the town is abuzz! This could be everyone's chance to be famous and get on television. All they have to do is sing a song. Disappointment hits, however, when they find out that Cryin' Bryan Dern is to be a judge! Included in Collections: #45B: Odditions, #45: Lost and Found, AIO Platinum Collection, It's Show Time!

#573:

Back to Abnormal

Original Airdate: October 1, 2005 Scripture Reference: Hebrews 13:8 Theme: Change Writer: Kathy Wierenga-Buchanan Director: Marshal Younger Producer: Glenn Montjoy Sound Designer: Glenn Montjoy Characters: Wooton Z. Basset, Dean Joshua Martin, Grady McKay, Samantha McKay, Eugene Meltsner, Katrina Shanks-Meltsner, John Avery Whittaker (Whit) Eugene is back in town and looking to get back to his normal routine. However, he soon discovers that he's no longer needed as before at Cambell College and Whit's End, leaving him to wonder what opportunities God has in mind for his future. Included in Collections: #45A: The Mystery of the Lost Village, #45: Lost and Found

#574:

Prisoners of Fear (Part 1)

Original Airdate: October 8, 2005 Scripture Reference: Psalm 130:7 Theme: Serving Others Categories: Eugene's Search For His Father Episodes , Missionary Episodes Writer: Marshal Younger Director: Marshal Younger Producer: GAP Digital Sound Designer: GAP Digital Music By: Jared DePasquale Part of Saga: Meltsner Family Saga Characters: Aman, Gobir, Kwame, Roy Blayseeg, Eugene Meltsner, Katrina Shanks-Meltsner Travel to the jungles of Africa with Eugene and Katrina on an adventure you won't forget. It starts with a pleasant greeting from the pilot, an interesting observation from Eugene and a warm welcome from the villagers - but things take a turn for the WORSE as Eugene and Katrina confront a village curse and follow the trail of a mysterious man. Included in Collections: #45A: The Mystery of the Lost Village, #45: Lost and Found

#575:

Prisoners of Fear (Part 2)

Original Airdate: October 15, 2005 Scripture Reference: Psalm 130:7 Theme: Greed Categories: Eugene's Search For His Father Episodes , Missionary Episodes Writer: Marshal Younger Director: Marshal Younger Producer: GAP Digital Sound Designer: GAP Digital Music By: Jared DePasquale Part of Saga: Meltsner Family Saga Characters: Aman, Yosef, Eugene Meltsner, Katrina Shanks-Meltsner On a mission to Africa, Eugene discovers something new about his long-lost parents "... this was my father's journal. He was here." But his quest to learn more puts him face to face with danger - a fierce tribe and a river that villagers say is cursed. Find out what happens! Included in Collections: #45A: The Mystery of the Lost Village, #45: Lost and Found

#576:

Prisoners of Fear (Part 3)

Original Airdate: October 22, 2005 Scripture Reference: Psalm 130:7 Theme: Fear Categories: Eugene's Search For His Father Episodes , Missionary Episodes Writer: Marshal Younger Director: Marshal Younger Producer: GAP Digital Sound Designer: GAP Digital Music By: Jared DePasquale Part of Saga: Meltsner Family Saga Characters: Aman, Gobir, Kwame, Yosef, Eugene Meltsner, Katrina Shanks-Meltsner Eugene and Katrina are trapped in the very prison that was used for Eugene's father years ago, a prison with a secret tunnel. Eugene and Katrina become fugitives in the jungle and confront a lie that could put a boy's life on the line. Is Eugene's father still alive? And how will Eugene and Katrina ever make it out of the jungle? Included in Collections: #45A: The Mystery of the Lost Village, #45: Lost and Found

#577:

The Business of Busyness

Original Airdate: October 29, 2005 Scripture Reference: Luke 10:41-42 Theme: Business Categories: Washington Family Episodes Writers: John Fornof, Kathy Wierenga-Buchanan Director: Marshal Younger Producer: Glenn Montjoy Sound Designer: Glenn Montjoy Characters: Connie Kendall, Eugene Meltsner, Mrs. Thatcher, Ed Washington, Elaine Washington, Marvin Washington, Tamika Washington, John Avery Whittaker (Whit) It's family devotion time at the Washington's which seems to mean that chaos is in the air! Meantime, Eugene opens a new service organization that may put him OUT of service. Eugene and the Washington's discover something about the business of busyness. Included in Collections: #45A: The Mystery of the Lost Village, #45: Lost and Found

#578:

All-Star Witness

Original Airdate: November 5, 2005 Scripture Reference: Matthew 18:15 Theme: Communication Writer: Nathan Hoobler Director: Marshal Younger Producer: Bob Luttrell Sound Designer: Bob Luttrell Characters: Ashley Jenkins, Bill Jenkins (Mayor), Eugene Meltsner, Tom Riley, Tamika Washington, John Avery Whittaker (Whit) Baseball Managers, players and umpires, can get in to some major league arguments ON the field, but Tom Riley's case is different! The question is what law firm will Mr. Riley retain? Included in Collections: #45A: The Mystery of the Lost Village, #45: Lost and Found

#579:

Always

Original Airdate: November 19, 2005 Scripture Reference: Song of Solomon 8:6 Theme: Family Writers: John Fornof, Marshal Younger Director: Bob Hoose Producer: Allen Hurley Sound Designer: Allen Hurley Characters: Aubrey Shepard, Ben Shepard, Bethany Shepard, Ellen Shepard Aubrey Shephard is heading off to college, and little sister Bethany isn't too happy about it. Something happens that jars Aubrey on the way to college, an amazing discovery with a definite opinion! Included in Collections: #45B: Odditions, #45: Lost and Found

#580:

Tales of a Small-Town Thug

Original Airdate: December 3, 2005 Scripture Reference: Proverbs 14:15 Theme: Responding to Criticism Writer: Marshal Younger Director: Marshal Younger Producer: Nathan Jones Sound Designer: Nathan Jones Characters: Trent DeWhite, Liz Horton, Connie Kendall, Eugene Meltsner, Mandy Straussberg, Turner Ward, John Avery Whittaker (Whit) Someone has written a book about the wonderful people of Odyssey. However it looks like a hatchet job with tidbits like: The award for "Most likely to be serving ice cream at the age of 85, still with no boyfriend ... Candy Connell." The names were changed to protect... well... It's a new chapter! Included in Collections: #45B: Odditions, #45: Lost and Found

#581:

A Christmas Conundrum

Original Airdate: December 10, 2005 Scripture Reference: Luke 6:38 Theme: Giving Categories: Christmas Episodes Writer: Kathy Wierenga-Buchanan Director: Marshal Younger Producer: Glenn Montjoy Sound Designer: Glenn Montjoy Characters: Connie Kendall, Grady McKay, Eugene Meltsner, Bart Rathbone, Tom Riley, John Avery Whittaker (Whit) What does Christmas sound like in your neighborhood? It sounds like Christmas might be getting a bit out of hand in Odyssey. The gifts are getting more and more outrageous and it gets stranger from there ... Hmmm. It's a Christmas Conundrum! Included in Collections: #45B: Odditions, #45: Lost and Found, A Christmas Odyssey

#582:

Silent Night

Original Airdate: December 17, 2005 Scripture Reference: Philippians 2:4 Theme: Selflessness Categories: Christmas Episodes Writer: John Fornof Director: Bob Hoose Producer: Johnathon Crowe Sound Designer: Johnathon Crowe Characters: Lester, Connie Kendall, Jenny Morrow (Young), Tom Riley, Bernard Walton, Maude Walton, Leon Wankel, Jason Whittaker (Agent 1131), Jason Whittaker (Young), Jenny Whittaker (Morrow), Jerry Whittaker, Jerry Whittaker, John Avery Whittaker (Whit), John Avery Whittaker (Young Adult), Jana Whittaker-Dowd It's Christmas time in Odyssey! Whit is preparing to visit his daughter and the grandkids, but a snowstorm stops him from going. And he's left alone at home. It's a silent night for Whit - a time to remember Christmas past. As Whit reflects, he unwraps a very different kind of Christmas gift. Included in Collections: #45B: Odditions, #45: Lost and Found, A Christmas Odyssey