The Wiregrass Local Podcast

Michael Kidwell (Kidwell's Custom Framing), Brett Smith (Dothan Icecream / Stix & Cones) and Joel Castillo (The Monroe Building)stopped by to discuss the importance of downtown commerce, the reinvesting into places that need the investment instead of chasing money neighborhoods in any direction, and the notion that if you build it they will come. Get ready for an awesome episode!

Long time podcast homie and childhood friend of Justin's, Philip Axtell swings by to discuss some of his projects he is involved in. From clothing company collaborations to producing collegiate apperal, Philip knows a TON about promotion and marketing! Check it out... Justin lost focus mid story and needs some reminders.

With our times being as wild as ever, Aaron McCreight from Visit Dothan stopped by to talk about our amenities that we can all take advantage of. From parks to entertainment facilities/venues, being able to feel a part of a community again can be a great thing! So get out there (safely) and #bewhatshappening!

Justin scales the steps to answer some questions... Holla @ him...

Carolyn Olk stopped in yesterday to discuss the importance of research before going on vacation. A lot can go wrong when you go on a trip but having a trusted source of information can relax those anxieties. Check out episode 140, and find out the importance of travel insurance, researching your destination and even learning languages!

Charlene is back after a 2 week hiatus! Check out episode 139 where these 2 discuss Mardi Gras festivities, infinite universes and somehow we got some songs from another world in our headphone monitors... Check out Episode: 139 NOW!

Brandon stopped by the office this afternoon to discuss real estate investing, mardi gras and other awesomeness happening in and around the Wiregrass Area! Brandon is with James Grant Century 21 Realty (Dothan, AL) as well as Top Villas Realty in Florida!

From sound quality to subject matter, Pontiac Stove Co.'s new record is great! Steven, Justin and Russ stopped by The Local yesterday to talk about the writing process, how the band got together and the band's passion for creating. Great show, guys! Check out Episode #137!

Sam Harper has been in the Wiregrass Area for about 3 years. Since her arrival she has found a pretty good niche making macarons and naked cakes for various businesses around town as well as doing custom orders for the private sector. She knows her stuff, too so check out Episode #136 and #bewhatshappening!

Seaborn just opened a wellness shop in southeast Alabama and features a hand selected line of CBD products as well as locally sourced artwork, vintage furniture and some incredible records. Check it out as we dig into what makes CBD different from the stickiest of the icky...

See you in 2020, weirdos!

The gang is back in the studio with Clay from The Crossing at Big Creek. The Crossing is a huge amphitheater on the Southern end of Dothan, Alabama. Currently to get people into the Christmas spirit, they have an outrageous Christmas light show that is completely free to everyone! Check out the good that this awesome venue is bringing to our area!

There is no surprise that Charlene is having some tough times getting used to the new studio space. Charlene is a born hater. Luckily so is Justin so he just gives her a hard time. Tim stops in to check out the new digs while Charlene obsesses over 80's hair metal. All in all... typical Wednesday evening at The Local office.

Charlene's dog Rocket somehow won the Halloweiner Dog race down in Seaside Florida and Justin is annoyed.

If you don't like bloody Mary's then I can't kick it with you... simple as that. Luckily for anyone who is likeminded, there is a festival coming up that should scratch that itch. The 5th Annual Bloody Mary Fest is happening next weekend in Destin! Check out episode 130 and find out from Jessica Bracken and Taylor Sheekley what all is going on and just how much fun they bring!

Charlene and Justin are finally in their new studio space! After a couple months of rearranging, buying equipment and more furniture, the idiots are back behind their mics. Join us as we discuss offensive costumes, social security card damage and how to date in 2019...

Justin is flying solo in the studio this week with the Axtell brothers! Daniel and Philip came by to talk about the importance of supporting the non-profits in your community. This fund raiser has been going on for 27 years and is responsible for a large portion of The Alzheimer's Resource Center yearly operating budget. The Alzheimer's Resource Center's mission is to promote and enhance the quali...

Dothan Dance Club is having their inaugural Wiregrass Pride event this weekend and it sounds incredible. Puppy Pageants, live music, afternoon beverages and games... Sounds like the place to be! Check out episode 127 where Charlene and Justin phone in their friend Adam Riley, talk about pride and Justin forgets movie titles...

Justin has just returned from a week long trip to the mother land. With no podcast cohos in sight, Justin is left to ramble for 15 minutes on his own. Listen at your own risk.

Charlene and Justin run through the best stuff to get into, some stuff they did over the holiday and whats coming up!

Ryan has started an incredible outreach program for First United Methodist Church entitled: Great OutDoors. The mission is simple... get great folks with similar outdoor adventurous spirits together and have a blast! They are setting off on their first adventure next month so hit them up if you'd like to experience some incredible white water rafting!

Charlene and Justin give each other a hard time about travel and Charlene tries to decide on her next excursion!

Casey and Adam come through to talk about why Spark Theater is inspiring, Spark's upcoming show and eventually we trail off and just whine aboutGame of Thrones... Typical Wednesday...

Charlene and Justin get back in the studio after an almost month long hiatus. Catch up with them and see what the future holds for the Wiregrass area!

Tim tricks Justin into working with shellfish, Charlene interviews taco tasters and the Hots Delicooking team advances Ito the finals!