The Local Blend-coffee and conversation

A discussion on why it's important to know where your food comes from, and why local residents are loving this farmers market which offers locally grown in-season produce, fresh eggs, and much more! 

In this debut episode of The Local Blend , hosts Patty Stokes and Kevin Murray sit down with Summerfield Mayor Lee Haywood for an honest, in-depth conversation about the town’s past, present, and future. Mayor Haywood shares what led him to run for office, the challenges he inherited, and his mission to bring unity to a community long marked by political division. From annexation battles and devel...

My friend Derek talks about earning his way in the world living way, way outside the box. He’s a trip

Find healing through the therapeutic frequencies of red light. An alternative to a life time of big Pharma pain meds. Dr Joe Hoomany shares his mojo

I had a great sit down with Mike, successful entrepreneur, artist, furniture maker, ridiculous beard grower, and brother in law. But mostly he’s just my boy. Hope you enjoy our conversation.

Gina Childress talks about the local cultural icon that is Golden Antiques. We worked Kevin Golden in a little. Because he’s a guy who should not be forgotten. Check it out.

I like to joke that I’m a trained professional, but these ladies aren’t joking. They’re the real deal. We had a nice informal chat about what’s going on in the world of real estate and  how it impacts the community we live in. 

Chris Bennett is a young man with a heart for the Lord. He’s just back from missionary work in deepest darkest Birmingham England.  I’ve know Chris since he was in high school and he just keeps on getting better. The kind of kid that gives you hope. I hope you enjoy the two of us catching up.

Patti Stokes pulled the old switcheroo and got me on the other side of the conversation. I hope my honest recollections, criticisms snd impressions of myself don’t scare too many of you away.  “And if his story is really a confession, then so is mine.”   Captain Willard in Apocalypse Now

Ineq and I talk about her trip to the top of Kilimanjaro, frostbite, and the highs and lows of stretching your limits. You’ll enjoy this follow up with my intrepid friend.

Patti is the owner, editor and publisher of the Northwest Observer. The newspaper of record for this part of the world, is part of everybody’s life in northwest Guilford County. We talk about her beginnings, her philosophy and we’re she’s headed. She’s a great conversationalist and someone you need to get to know. Ask anyone who knows her. 

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A young family that had an idea and did something about  changing up their lives.  They went from a suburban lifestyle, with all that that entails, and jumped right into “micro homesteading”. Which entails…. well… chickens, goats and bunnies.  Give a listen to our conversation and be inspired that these crazy ideas of yours can actually become  your reality.

Mr. Layton has been the PE teacher at Summerfield    Elementary School for almost 30 years. And this will be his last year. We talk about his legacy, what might be next, and what it’s like being small town famous. I know a lot of teachers, and Mr Layton is my favorite. Never taught either of my kids. I just wish he had.  Enjoy this conversation with a guy who makes a difference.

Mike Rucker is the author of The Fun Habit, how the disciplined pursuit of joy and wonder can change your life.  He’s a real good guy and his book is already having a positive impact on my life. He also comped me to some free therapy which I’m not sure he expected. But I’m always looking for a deal.

In this episode, I talk with Calvin and Carson Kemppel on their journey to success in entrepreneurship. They are the co-founders of Podcast Monkey an online platform that creates and edit podcasts. Resources: https://www.podcastmonkey.co/