Keeping It Real with Sharon

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Keeping it Real with Sharon , I sit down with Jill Edlich , the new owner of North Mountain Vineyard & Winery and the Executive Director of the Renaissance Fair. Jill shares the story behind her family's exciting new adventure and how what started as a search for the perfect home for the Renaissance Fair turned into the opportunity to purchase a winery....

Send us Fan Mail In this powerful and deeply personal episode of Keeping It Real with Sharon , I sit down with Meredith Speir-Cavalier as she courageously shares her journey through addiction, recovery, and redemption. Meredith opens up about hitting rock bottom, struggling with feelings of never being good enough, and searching for something to fill a void that alcohol and drugs could never truly...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Keeping it Real with Sharon , I sit down with Sue Ellen Rutherford, a retired school teacher who decided it was finally time to turn a long-time dream into a reality. After years of inspiring students in the classroom, Sue Ellen is now inspiring the community in a whole new way through her food truck, Hound Dogs . Serving up fresh all-beef hot dogs loaded with d...

Send us Fan Mail On this episode of Keeping it Real with Sharon , I sit down with top-producing Realtor Sarah Abderrazzaq to talk about what it really takes to start over and build success again and again. Throughout her career, Sarah has reinvented herself and rebuilt her business in multiple cities across the country due to major life moves. From creating new relationships to establishing hersel...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Patricia Young, Executive Director of the HIVE, located in the beautifully restored  Armory Building and part of Shenandoah University. Patricia shares the incredible story behind this historic building—once an old Armory, now thoughtfully renovated into a one-of-a-kind space for learning, innovation, and connection. Today,...

Send us Fan Mail Today, I’m sitting down with Tammy LaCroix and Mike Turpin, the visionaries behind Winchester’s new PklPlex. What started as a simple recognition, our community needed an indoor place to play pickleball, turned into something much bigger. Tammy and Mike didn’t just talk about the idea… they took action. From building a business plan to searching tirelessly for the right space, the...

Send us Fan Mail There’s something powerful about saying “yes” to something that feels big… and a little scary. In this episode of Keeping it Real with Sharon , I sit down with Julia Healey as she shares her journey to delivering her very first TEDx talk, Called to Act: One Small Thing . Julia is the CEO of United Charitable and a passionate leader in the nonprofit space, but her path didn’t start...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Keeping it Real with Sharon , I sit down with Steven Shafran, a man with a big heart and a powerful vision for serving others in our community. Steven is bringing a brand-new event to our area called Cast for Kids, an inspiring day designed to connect special needs adults and Veterans with people who simply love to fish. Each participant will be paired with a fi...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Keeping it Real with Sharon , I sit down with Sarah Fishel , the new Executive Director of the Youth Development Center, for an inspiring conversation about vision, leadership, and investing in the next generation. Sarah shares why the move to a new building in the heart of the City of Winchester wasn’t just about location, it was about purpose. By creating a sp...

Send us Fan Mail What if your pharmacy felt more like family than a number in line? In this episode of Keeping it Real with Sharon , I sit down with Corey Boxwell, founder of Boxwell Pharmacy, to talk about his bold decision to open a locally owned pharmacy built on relationships, not transactions. Corey shares why he believes medicine should be personal, why knowing patients by name matters, and...

Send us Fan Mail What if healthcare felt more personal, more supportive, and truly centered on relationships? In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Brianna Berry, who recently opened a Direct Primary Care medical practice, The Village Family Medicine,  which offers a refreshing alternative to the traditional, transactional healthcare system. Dr. Berry shares why she’s so passionate about relationsh...

Send us Fan Mail What does it really take to build a TEDx event and why does it matter? In this special behind-the-scenes episode, I’m joined by my co-license holder Suzette Neff as we pull back the curtain on TEDxHandleyBlvd Women and look ahead to our upcoming 2026 event. We share what we learned while attending the TED Next Conference in Atlanta , including powerful insights about storytelling,...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Keeping It Real with Sharon , I sit down with Andy Gail , CEO of United Way of Northern Shenandoah Valley , for an inspiring conversation about the power of collaboration and community care. Andy shares the heart behind the United Way’s mission, walking us through the many programs they support and the grants they offer to help strengthen our region. We talk abo...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Keeping It Real with Sharon , I’m joined by two amazing women—Sarah Abderrazzaq and Stephanie Ryall—for a fun, heart-filling conversation all about family holiday traditions. Listen as we stroll down memory lane and share the traditions we grew up with, the ones that shaped our childhoods, and the little moments that still make our hearts glow today. From cheris...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to a heartwarming episode where we dive deep into the enchanting world of Christmas and the holidays with the insightful guidance of Father Bjorn Lundberg, Pastor of Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church. Join us as we unwrap the cherished memories of our childhood, exploring the timeless traditions that have shaped our festive seasons. In this soul-stirring conversation,...

Send us Fan Mail Join us on this special episode of 'Keeping it Real with Sharon' as I sit down with TEDx co-license holder Suzette Neff to discuss the much-anticipated TEDxHandleyBlvd Women event. Set for March 2025 in the Winchester area, this all-women's event promises to be a groundbreaking occasion. We'll explore the event's vision and how you can get involved. Whethe...

Send us Fan Mail In this inspiring episode of Keeping It Real with Sharon, I sit down with the incredibly talented Anne Flosnik , an award-winning audiobook narrator whose voice has brought hundreds of stories to life. Born and raised in England, Anne took a leap of faith when she moved to America to pursue new opportunities and what she found was the true meaning of the American dream. Anne share...

Send us Fan Mail In this heartwarming episode of Keeping It Real with Sharon , I sit down with Sherrie Bloomfield , one of six siblings who are keeping their parents’ legacy alive through the Ken and Nancy Foundation . After the passing of their beloved parents, Ken and Nancy, Sherrie and her five brothers wanted to find a way to honor their memory and continue their lifelong mission of giving bac...

Send us Fan Mail In this inspiring episode of Keeping it Real with Sharon , I sit down with Ben Weber , Vice President, Business Development of Blue Ridge Care (formerly Blue Ridge Hospice), to explore the powerful evolution of this essential community organization. Ben shares how the organization has expanded its mission beyond hospice to serve a broader population with aging-related care and sup...

Send us Fan Mail Dive into a heartwarming and forward-looking conversation with Shelly Lee , the 2024 Woman of the Year recognized by the Winchester Branch of American Association of University Women (AAUW) for her extraordinary community contributions. Shelly’s dedication to our community shines through her advocacy, her passion for swimming, and her transformational work with the 2 for 2 Foundat...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Keeping it Real with Sharon , I sit down with the fabulous Michelle Myers, founder and owner of Michelle’s Main Event,  a thriving wedding and event planning business that began with just one determined woman and a big dream. Michelle shares the courageous story of how she left her secure career as a Vice Principal in the school system, despite hesitation and co...

Send us Fan Mail In this energizing episode of Keeping it Real with Sharon , I sit down with Morgan Todd and Tyler McDonald, the dynamic duo behind the One More Rep small group training class at Valley Health Wellness Center. As both trainers and motivators, Morgan and Tyler break down the unique benefits of small group personal training where you get the individual attention of a personal trainer...

Send us Fan Mail  In this episode of Keeping It Real with Sharon , I sit down with Joel Woerl of Alpha Pools USA to talk about his and business partner Billy Whirley’s bold leap from the corporate world into entrepreneurship. With no prior experience in the pool industry, they dove headfirst into business ownership—and faced a steep learning curve. Joel shares the lessons learned, the challenges o...

Send us Fan Mail In this inspiring episode of Keeping it Real with Sharon , I sit down with Stephanie Feltner, co-owner of Realty ONE Group Old Towne, to talk about her incredible journey from real estate salesperson to successful brokerage owner. Alongside her business partner, Kira Grubb, Stephanie opened the doors to Realty ONE Group Old Towne just three years ago—and what a ride it’s been! Ste...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Keeping it Real with Sharon , I sit down with Bill and Amanda Whitson, the passionate duo behind the beloved Billy Sous Food Truck . What started as a leap of faith in the wake of COVID has grown into a local favorite;  serving up comfort food with a side of heart. Bill left his full-time IT job to pursue a dream, and Amanda has been by his side every step of th...