Keeping It Real with Sharon

Send us Fan Mail "Empowering Others: Lessons from an Entrepreneurial Trailblazer" is a podcast that features an insightful conversation with Shawn Rider, a successful entrepreneur who has carved his own path to success. Shawn inspires and empowers listeners, as he shares stories of triumph and challenges in his journey as an entrepreneur. Throughout this podcast, Shawn sheds light on the...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I sit down with the founders of a new gaming and entertainment space for kids. Kevin Fowlkes and Shane Cannon share their vision for creating a safe and engaging environment where kids can play, learn, and explore their creativity. We discuss the challenges and opportunities of designing a space that caters specifically to the needs and interests of young gamers....

Send us Fan Mail What started as a hobby, led to a small business. Anthony Masiello shares the story behind his new business venture and how a giant leap of Faith has kept him going strong. Wanting to spend more time with his family, Anthony gave up a secure job with benefits and dove head first into Top Dog Detailing. His strong work ethic and desire to help his clients has quickly made his busin...

Send us Fan Mail News journalist Brian Brehm has shared the many stories of the people and events in our community for years. In this episode, Brian is the story. Listen as Brian shares more about the life of a journalist and the stories that have formed him. Brian's passion for our community and being a reporter shines in this personal and heartfelt story he shares.

Send us Fan Mail Raised in a poverty-stricken home, Ben Savory knew from an early age the importance of working hard to make money.  His entrepreneurial spirit started while he was elementary school, going door to door selling stickers from vending machines.  He shares his story of how the many mentors who believed in him and helped him believe in himself gave him the ambition and drive to build h...

Send us Fan Mail Winchester City Chief of Police,  Amanda Behan, is the first woman Chief of Police in the Winchester Police Department's history. Amanda shares how she started her career in law enforcement in 2001 as an officer recruit and how she gradually rose through the ranks and was promoted to Chief of Police in 2022. Listen as Amanda  discusses the challenges of breaking through that...

Send us Fan Mail Aaron Taylor and Leandra Stotler join me in this very moving podcast that explores how military veterans suffering from PTSD find solace from the comfort of their pet dog. Together they discovered this same need for comfort that many children of military parents have due to  the ever changing military life. With the cost of service dogs being high, they formed the Ridgeside K9 Fou...

Send us Fan Mail Join me in a genuine conversation with Rich Weller, community activist, as he shares how positivity helps create a better quality of life. An optimistic mindset leads to  healthy living.  Rich is passionate in helping others approach life from a positive point of view, even through difficult times. Rich's life motto is: How you make others feel about themselves, says a lot ab...

Send us Fan Mail Being licensed in Real Estate within days of one another, Sharon and her office manager, Natalie Dalecky, reflect on the past two years as REALTORS.  From cheering one another on as they sat for the Real Estate exam, to cheering for one another's success as agents, Sharon and Natalie have "journeyed" through the business of Real Estate together. From 2020 through 20...

Send us Fan Mail On-site at Winchester Regional Airport, Carley Walker explores the vast world we live in from a birds-eye view. The opportunities are endless in the world of aviation and the Winchester Regional Airport offers programs to open up that world to each one  of us! Listen as Carley enthusiastically shares the vision of the Winchester Regional Airport and the programs available to help...

Send us Fan Mail Struggling from imposter syndrome and lack of confidence can be the demise of a person's career. Becky Stickley, of Becky Stickley Coaching, shares how she is able to help people find their value and develop their character to help them feel confident in business. Listen as Becky shares important lessons on how putting the right tools in place helps to build leaders in the wo...

Send us Fan Mail Age is just a number,  not a state of mind.  Connie Paradise is 72 years old, but that doesn't stop her passion for living her best life!  After a successful career in management, Connie "retired" and began her next career as an entrepreneur at age 65.  Her story will inspire you to embrace life and to live each day to it's fullest. 

Send us Fan Mail The Real Estate Market is ever changing, but the one constant is people are always buying and selling. Join me as I have a conversation with 3 seasoned agents who have been in the industry for enough years to know how to navigate the waters when things are uncertain. Join me as I talk to Suzette Neff, Teresa Strohmeyer, and Ed Chapman to get insight on the Real Estate market today...

Send us Fan Mail October is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month; Samantha Barber shares her difficult story of by believing in herself she was able to find her way out of darkness.  As a victim of domestic abuse, Samantha shares her story  with the hope of helping others who may find themselves in the same situation that she found herself in twice in her life. Finding hope during hopelessne...

Send us Fan Mail Imagine it being freezing cold outside, it's dark, you are hungry and you have no money and nowhere to go.  For most Americans, it isn't something we need to think about because we have a place to call home. For the homeless, it's called survival.   This very powerful podcast with Robyn Miller, the Executive Director of Winchester Area Temporary Thermal Shelter (WAT...

Send us Fan Mail Finding the best version of oneself is a journey.  Listen as Mandie Woodard dives into how to being mindful can help you live the life you were meant to live.  Being afraid to step outside of your comfort zone may be keeping you from business and personal growth. Mandie offers constructive ways to overcome fear, be courageous and to have a "Heart of a Lion."

Send us Fan Mail Respect and support go hand in hand as we navigate the challenges of the "Golden Years." Kendra Ghanbari, the CEO of FirstLight Home Care franchise, shares her mission of helping seniors age in place.  Listen as Kendra shares her passion for family, business and the people behind the business and how she embraces each day as a gift. 

Send us Fan Mail "Mr. Winchester," Dario Savarese shares his story of creating a business that combines hard work with fun while doing everything with integrity. Dario, the owner of Full Circle Marketing and Director of Marketing and Sponsorship for Shenandoah Apple Blossom  and I have a great conversation on business, life and community.  Listen as he shares some "Darioi-sms"...

Send us Fan Mail When Meredith Hancock was 8 years old, she was given a tour of a tv station. Although she didn't realize it at the time, that was a defining moment in her life.  Listen as Meredith shares her story of how her love of art has turned into a career in design.  A leap of faith lead her to quit her job and to start her own business which has flourished over the years.  "Belie...

Send us Fan Mail On this episode, Lavenda Denney and I share heartwarming "tails" about pets and their personalities. Lavenda is the Executive Director of the SPCA of Winchester, Frederick & Clarke Counties where she is "On a Mission for pets and people."  Listen as she shares how the many animals that come through the doors of the SPCA, enrich the lives of so many people....

Send us Fan Mail The COO of ERA OakCrest, Jason Vickers, sits down with me to have a heart to heart about growing up in a family business.  From his young years of sweeping the floors to help his dad, to having a corner office with a view, Jason shares heartwarming stories of being raised by an entrepreneur with a focus on improving the community.  Learn about the history of OakCrest and the visio...

Send us Fan Mail From the eyes, and hearts, of 5 High School Seniors (known by others as The Senior 5) you will learn the impact a world pandemic has had on their lives and how a beautiful friendship was formed. Elena Farinholt, Isabella Newman, Lauren Beatty, Liam McDonald, and Nathaniel Woshner share how COVID 19 brought them together when the world around them seemed to be falling apart. And ho...

Send us Fan Mail From a secure job as an engineer, to opening a small retail business, learn how local running legend, Mark Stickley quit his job at an engineering firm to turn his passion for running into a successful small business.  Twenty years later, his store on the Winchester Old Town Mall, Runners’ Retreat, is a staple in the community. Hear how Mark’s involvement and dedication to the com...

Send us Fan Mail Andy Gail's enthusiasm for life, and our community is contagious in this episode of Keeping it Real.  Andy is passionate about his position as the Executive Director of Literacy Volunteers and shares how he and his team collaborate with businesses and organizations in an innovated way. Listen as Andy proves by being your best self in all areas of your life, your community ben...

Send us Fan Mail Meet Justin Kerns, Executive Director at Winchester/Frederick County Convention & Visitors Bureau.  Justin shares insight on how partnering with  state and local elected officials, the City of Winchester and Frederick County work with Justin and the local CVB to create a destination plan that entices tourists to visit our local area.  Want to know more about this great communi...