A Life of Curiosity and Connection:
Carol Warren Honors Her Father, Tom Warren
Episode Overview
Carol Warren honors her father, Tom—a lifelong learner whose curiosity, love of music, and deep sense of connection shaped the way he lived and the people around him.
From a gospel music upbringing in Tennessee to a life spent exploring language, history, and the roots of ideas, Tom followed his curiosity wherever it led. Along the way, he built a life grounded in music, community, and a desire to understand how everything connects.
Through Carol’s memories, we hear the story of a man whose influence continues to live on—not only in what he did, but in how he saw the world and the relationships he built.
This is a story about curiosity, connection, and the quiet ways a father’s legacy carries forward.
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