The Wiregrass Local Podcast

Columbia Manor is a haunted house that runs 6 weeks out of the year in southeast Alabama. Todd came by this week to talk to us about how Columbia Manor got started, some of the awesome celebrities that he has come out to the house as well as how making a positive impact for the community is super important in business.

Our Chamber of Commerce serves a lot of purposes. It is the home to the Business Hall of Fame, a business library, an incredible diplomat and ambassador program, Leadership Dothan, Dothan Area Young Professionals, some cool leads groups and tons of other things you can learn about in this podcast.

Chris and April stopped in last night to talk about how people walk dumb. And how preventative measures while you are young can prolong the life of your joints and prevent pain and horrid dance moves. They are from The UnWod which is a physical therapy firm that specializes in the treatment and rehabilitation of athletes. They also specialize in calling Charlene out for having duck feet, and Justi...

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Laura came by to talk to Justin about all the goings on at Landmark Park. Landmark is celebrating 40 years this year!!!

Gayla White came by the office to talk to us about Windmill Station, a gigantic events space and venue. They have all sorts of stuff in the works so check it out and SUPPORT LOCAL BUSINESS!

This week we sat down with Phil Chalker, owner of Fanatix, Rad Giant Skate Supply and Board and Table. We talk about following your dreams and how that isn't always the easiest. But it IS always worth it.

Lara and Melissa from the Wiregrass Museum of Art stopped in last night to talk about upcoming Museum events! They put a lot of effort into Yard Party every year and have been striving to make this one the best one yet. We touched on some of the other events they have coming up as well including, Art After Hours featuring works and appearances by Mark Leputa and Butch Anthony. Check out the Wiregr...

Darrin and Gina from Mural City Coffee Company stopped in to discuss what it takes to be able to get a ginormous downtown building and renovate it into a live/work space. Their plan is incredible and I know they will do well. They talk travel, small town living and even hiring their kids.

Brett Smith of Dothan Ice Cream stopped in this week to talk about his newly renovated shop, jazz music and what it means to be an ice cream man in this day and age.

Dave Guiler stops in to talk about music festivals, church production, smell therapy and even first dates. Charlene questions Justin's judgement on first date behavior.

Jason and Patricia Devane have had their business, Hots Deli up and running for about seven years. They have an awesome dog, an incredible family and an insatiable desire to live life to the fullest. They came in to talk business, travel and even being nominated for Small Business people of the year. If you are in the area, go check out their restaurant!

Kids today will never knoiw the struggle of not having a cell phone. Constant stimulation may be ruining our attention spans. Jay Thompson stops in and talks football, education and even in school suspension!

Kate and Megan stopped in to discuss getting involved in the community. Then Charlene starts a political debate and things get awesome! Check it out! Probably not the best thing to listen to with kids around though. Trump quotes and strongish language.

Creating content for any media outlet can be a daunting task. Unless, however, you are passionate about what you are doing. Then you just record your daily routine and let your personality be the star. Stay informative and entertaining and you have a recipe for a great show. That is what Loren Johnson has done with his YouTube channel, Lojo. Fishing. Check it out!

Christina Green is back in the studio chatting about the upcoming Patti Rutland Jazz performance, "Studio to Stage"! Check it out!

A couple of the dudes from Live at the Opera stopped in last night to talk about their goals, trials and vision for live music in the South East. Russ Parrish and Scott Parsons are doing some awesome stuff in the area. Check it out!

Candace came by the office last night to chat with us about HGTV, Vita Luna, and how crazy the beach life can be. She doesn't live there but she knows. Now she is in ATL, has a beautiful daughter and is putting some bomb weddings together. Cheers to great friends and another awesome podcast!

Callie from Rituals Day Spa comes by and talks about Sole Hope. They make shoes for folks in Uganda and have an incredible cause. Be a part of this awesome event! April 27th!!

Myriam and her friend Ken-Tor (I've really got to get our guests to start spelling their names for me) stop in to talk about their upcoming wellness retreat. Clean eating, yoga and art come together for this incredible wellness retreat coming up march 26th. Contact them at www.atimeforme.biz or on facebook. facebook.com/atimeforme.biz

Jeremy Pate from Folklore Brewing is back in the studio discussing new developments around the brewery. He is about to kick the lid off this thing with a new canning operation. Check it out!

Chris Wren stops in and talks all things Highland Games. Kilts, beards and haggis!

Rituals Day Spa is having an incredible launch party for a new product. We have a Master Yoga instructor join us and talk about things. Justin reacts to energy healing while Charlene tells him he is out of his mind.

Danielle and Justin Hovey swing in to talk about some of the awesome traditions of Mardi Gras. Since we are right in the middle of the season, we focus on some upcoming radness. #bewhatshappening

This week Chris and Chad stopped in to tell us about a new spot in town. Southern Man Speakeasy opened on New Years Eve and has been increasing their brown party liquor offerings every week.