White Fence Living

Ever wonder how a single salon visit could spark a business empire? Sisters Kristin and Kailen take us on their entrepreneurial journey from a chance discovery in New York City to founding The Blowout Bar, a salon concept that's thrived for 13 years by perfecting a single service: blowouts without cuts or color. Their story begins with a family trip to NYC where they experienced a specialized...

Beth's journey from retail executive to nonprofit founder illustrates the extraordinary power of addressing a need in your own family and watching it transform the lives of hundreds. When her three-and-a-half-year-old son Will, who has Down syndrome, wanted to learn tennis like his older brother, Beth discovered a profound lack of consistent programming for individuals with developmental disa...

From driving a 1998 Toyota Corolla long after he could afford an upgrade to opening his first orthodontic practice during the 2009 recession with a baby on the way, Dr. Jeff Shirck's journey exemplifies calculated risk-taking and unwavering financial discipline. Dr. Shirck takes us behind the scenes of building Shirck Orthodontics from a single Pataskala location to five thriving practices th...

Dave Mirgon's entrepreneurial journey reveals how a lifelong desire to help others evolved into creating spaces where businesses and people flourish. As the co-founder of Brickhouse Blue, Dave brings the same philosophy to coworking that made his youth basketball program a national success: building excellence brick by brick. "I was always thinking what else do I want to do while helping...

What happens when we create a childhood oasis free from the constant ping of notifications and glow of screens? In this enlightening conversation, Colleen reveals how she transformed her passion for education into The Schoolhouse—a revolutionary early learning center in New Albany that's deliberately technology-free. From her beginnings as a college student working at a local daycare to ownin...

Amy Wagner and Jessica, the dynamic duo behind Animals Are Special veterinary practice, bring warmth, humor, and professional insight to this engaging conversation about caring for New Albany's beloved pets since 2011. Their journey parallels New Albany's remarkable growth—from when a Giant Eagle was the commercial highlight to today's bustling landscape with "two Chipotles.&qu...

Ever wondered what happens when productivity meets playfulness? In our exploration of New Albany's newest workspace innovation, Community Manager Nia takes us inside BrickHouse Blue's Water's Edge location - a coworking concept where business professionals can transition from hosting clients in elegant meeting rooms to unwinding with zombie dodgeball in their sports simulator. Found...

"Welcome to the premiere episode of White Fence Living ! In this introduction, we dive into the heart of what makes this podcast unique—celebrating the people, places, and stories that bring New Albany to life. Meet your host, get a sneak peek at what’s ahead, and discover why this is the perfect listen for anyone curious about the charm and spirit of our community. Let’s start exploring New...