The Fabric Of Our Community Podcast

In this inspiring episode of The Fabric of Our Community, hosts Joel and Tracey sit down with Dr. William Dahut, Chief Scientific Officer of the American Cancer Society and one of the nation’s leading voices in cancer research and treatment. Dr. Dahut shares his remarkable journey from growing up in Montgomery County, Maryland, to becoming a nationally recognized oncologist, researcher, and health...

In this episode of The Fabric of Our Community, hosts Joel Greens and Tracey Mitchell sit down with Danielle Cantor Jeweler — one of the most respected agents in professional basketball and a trailblazer for women in sports. Danielle shares her incredible journey from growing up in Montgomery County, Maryland, to negotiating multimillion-dollar NBA contracts and global endorsement deals for some o...

In this episode of The Fabric of Our Community, Joel Greenzaid, President & CEO of G Street Fabrics and Traci Mitchell, Emmy-award Winning Journalist sit down with Adam Greenberg, founder of Potomac Pizza, Bagels & Grinds, and Hunter's Bar & Grill. Adam shares the incredible story behind building his restaurant group from a small frozen yogurt shop called Cone Zone into beloved Mar...

In Season 2, Episode 6 of The Fabric of Our Community, hosts Joel Greenzaid, President and CEO of G Street Fabrics, and Traci Mitchell, Emmy Award-winning journalist, sit down with Georgia Katinas, a key leader at Annie’s Paramount Steakhouse, a Washington, DC institution since 1948.Georgia shares her journey growing up in the family business, returning to Annie’s full-time, and helping lead the r...

Hosted by Joel Greenzaid, President & CEO of G Street Fabrics, and Emmy Award-winning journalist and author Traci Mitchell, The Fabric of Our Community Podcast highlights individuals who are making a meaningful impact in our community. In this inspiring episode, Joel and Traci sit down with Jillian Copeland—educator, advocate, and visionary founder of the Diener School and Main Street Connect....

In Season 2, Episode 4 of The Fabric of Our Community, hosts Joel Greenzaid, President and CEO, G Street Fabrics and Traci Mitchell, Emmy Award Winning Journalist sit down with Rob Scheer, Founder, Comfort Cases for a powerful and deeply personal conversation. Rob shares his journey through the foster care system—growing up with nothing, often carrying his belongings in a trash bag—and how those e...

In this episode of The Fabric of Our Community , Joel Greenzaid, President and CEO of G Street Fabrics, and Emmy Award-winning journalist Tracy Mitchell sit down with Carolyn Keller , founder of eBeauty Community and a two-time breast cancer survivor. After facing breast cancer herself, Carolyn turned her personal journey into a mission to help women across the country. She created the National Wi...

In this episode of Fabric of Our Community, Joel Greenzaid and Traci Mitchell sit down with Bob Sickels co-founder of Kids After Hours. What started in 1989 with just 22 kids has grown into a trusted before- and after-school program serving thousands of families across Maryland. But for Bob, it’s never been about growth — it’s about heart. From offering scholarships to families in need to personal...

In this powerful episode of The Fabric of Our Community , G Street Fabrics President & CEO Joel Greenzaid and Emmy Award-winning journalist Traci Mitchell sit down with transformational leader Maria Brennan . From her modest upbringing as the daughter of Greek immigrants in Chevy Chase, Maryland, to becoming the longtime President & CEO of The WICT Network, Maria shares how grit, resilienc...

In Episode 10 of The Fabric of Our Community, hosts Joel Greenzaid, President & CEO of G Street Fabrics, and Emmy award-winning journalist Traci Mitchell sit down with Dr. Ronald Prussick, Medical Director of The Washington Dermatology Center and Clinical Associate Professor of Dermatology at George Washington University. With over 30 years of experience in dermatology and a reputation for com...

In this episode of The Fabric of Our Community , hosts Joel Greenzaid, President & CEO of G Street Fabrics, and Emmy award-winning journalist Traci Mitchell sit down with Rory S. Coakley and his son Rory P. Coakley, the President and Vice President of Coakley Realty—a respected, family-run real estate firm serving Montgomery County, Maryland for over three decades. The Coakleys open up about t...

In this episode, host Joel Greenzaid (CEO of G Street Fabrics) sits down with Michelle P. Cooper , Director and Co-founder of XML-W , the women-focused division of XML Financial Group. Michelle is a bestselling author, financial advisor, and a passionate advocate for women’s financial independence—especially during life-changing events like divorce or widowhood. With decades of experience and feat...

In Episode 7 of The Fabric of Our Community , hosts Joel Greenzaid, President & CEO of G Street Fabrics, and Emmy award-winning journalist Traci Mitchell sit down with Avi Benaim, founder and President of A.B.E. Networks, to explore his remarkable journey of entrepreneurship, personal loss, and lasting impact. A proud Montgomery County native, Avi launched his business nearly three decades ago...

In Episode 6 of The Fabric of Our Community , hosts Joel Greenzaid, President & CEO of G Street Fabrics, and Emmy award-winning journalist Traci Mitchell sit down with the dynamic Dana Marlowe, founder of I Support the Girls , to explore how a single question—“What do people experiencing homelessness do for bras and menstrual hygiene?”—sparked a global movement for dignity, equity, and care. W...

In Episode 5 of The Fabric of Our Community, hosts Joel Greenzaid, President & CEO of G Street Fabrics, and Emmy award-winning journalist Traci Mitchell sit down with the inspiring Dr. Thu Tran, a top-rated OB-GYN and community leader, to explore her extraordinary journey from a war-torn South Vietnam to becoming one of the most respected physicians in the Washington, D.C. area. Born in South...

In Episode 4 of The Fabric of Our Community , hosts Joel Greenzaid, President & CEO of G Street Fabrics, and Emmy award-winning journalist Traci Mitchell sit down with Billy Martin, fourth-generation owner of Martin’s Tavern, to explore the enduring legacy of one of Washington, D.C.’s most iconic establishments—and the pivotal role local businesses play in shaping community identity. Since its...

In Episode 3 of The Fabric of Our Community , hosts Joel Greenzaid, President & CEO of G Street Fabrics, and Emmy award-winning journalist Traci Mitchell sit down with Marc Dubick, President of Duball, LLC, to explore the transformative power of real estate development in shaping vibrant, inclusive communities. Marc Dubick co-founded Duball, LLC in 2004, establishing it as a leading real estat...

In Episode 2 of The Fabric of Our Community , we’re excited to bring you an inspiring conversation with Dr. Jonathan Reiner — a world-renowned cardiologist, medical expert, and thought leader. In this episode, Dr. Reiner shares his perspective on the evolving landscape of healthcare and how resilience, leadership, and innovation are shaping the future of medicine in our communities. Hosted by Joel...

In this episode, we sit down with Mimi Brodsky Kress, a local legend who has spent her life building homes, communities, and lasting change. Mimi co-founded Sandy Spring Builders, one of the top custom homebuilders in the area, but her impact goes far beyond construction. From championing mental health access with the National Alliance on Mental Illness of Montgomery County to leading women for Ha...