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Michael Sebacher

February 27, 2021 18:00 - 32 minutes - 22.4 MB

The art of blacksmithing has a long, rich history but due to technological advances, some traditional arts like blacksmithing are in danger of dying out; however, artisans like Sharpsburg's Michael Sebacher keep these arts alive today. Sebacher created the Artisans Heritage Guild, a local coalition of accomplished artisans dedicated to teaching others and starting a school of traditional arts.  https://newnancowetamagazine.com

Movers, Shakers and History Makers: Michael Sebacher

February 27, 2021 18:00 - 32 minutes - 22.4 MB

The art of blacksmithing has a long, rich history but due to technological advances, some traditional arts like blacksmithing are in danger of dying out; however, artisans like Sharpsburg's Michael Sebacher keep these arts alive today. Sebacher created the Artisans Heritage Guild, a local coalition of accomplished artisans dedicated to teaching others and starting a school of traditional arts.  https://newnancowetamagazine.com

That One Time: Episode 14

January 01, 2021 15:00 - 31 minutes - 22 MB

It's a new year, so Toby and Clay sit down with some Café Bustelo and shoot the breeze about whatever comes to mind. 

That One Time: Episode 13 - Rolling in late to 2020....

October 12, 2020 20:00 - 40 minutes - 28.1 MB

It's been a pretty long time since Toby and Clay have caught up. Hopefully, something interesting has been happening in 2020 so they'll have something to talk about for their lucky 13th episode.

Mike Stiles

April 14, 2020 20:00 - 35 minutes - 24.6 MB

Newnan resident Mike Stiles recently spent time at Piedmont Newnan Hospital after being diagnosed with COVID-19. In this episode, he talks about his experience with coronavirus and what truly matters in the end. 

Movers, Shakers and History Makers – Episode 14: Mike Stiles

April 14, 2020 20:00 - 35 minutes - 24.6 MB

Newnan resident Mike Stiles recently spent time at Piedmont Newnan Hospital after being diagnosed with COVID-19. In this episode, he talks about his experience with coronavirus and what truly matters in the end. 

Steve Quesinberry returns

February 14, 2020 21:00 - 50 minutes - 34.4 MB

Steve Quesinberry, head of the Newnan High School history department, has spent nearly a decade attempting to preserve the memories of the 23 local men who were lost to the Vietnam War. He hopes to connect with families and friends of those Cowetans killed in action from the Vietnam War. "I felt that if I didn’t do something, they would be forgotten as family members gradually passed away from that time period,” he said.

Movers, Shakers and History Makers – Episode 13: Steve Quesinberry returns

February 14, 2020 21:00 - 50 minutes - 34.4 MB

Steve Quesinberry, head of the Newnan High School history department, has spent nearly a decade attempting to preserve the memories of the 23 local men who were lost to the Vietnam War. He hopes to connect with families and friends of those Cowetans killed in action from the Vietnam War. "I felt that if I didn’t do something, they would be forgotten as family members gradually passed away from that time period,” he said.

That One Time: Escape From Cambodia

January 15, 2020 21:00 - 1 hour - 42 MB

In this episode of That One Time, Phov Nix (Toby's wife...also known as 'Mean Phov') talks about her escape as a child from Cambodia under the Khmer Rouge in 1980. After coming to live in America, she describes her recent journey back to her home country almost 40 years later. 

That One Time: Episode 12 - Escape From Cambodia

January 15, 2020 21:00 - 1 hour - 42 MB

In this episode of That One Time, Phov Nix (Toby's wife...also known as 'Mean Phov') talks about her escape as a child from Cambodia under the Khmer Rouge in 1980. After coming to live in America, she describes her recent journey back to her home country almost 40 years later. 

Movers, Shakers, and History Makers: Mayor Blue Cole

January 07, 2020 21:00 - 32 minutes - 22.5 MB

A Sharpsburg native, Blue Cole was elected after the resignation of former mayor Wendell Staley, who resigned due to health reasons and later passed away. Cole says Sharpsburg is a fast-growing area with the potential to become a vibrant, active community with a small-town feel. Cole said his vision for Sharpsburg includes careful, deliberate growth guided by the engagement of citizens, property owners and the business community. Expanding town services and amenities are key goals and in th...

Mayor Blue Cole

January 07, 2020 21:00 - 32 minutes - 22.5 MB

A Sharpsburg native, Blue Cole was elected after the resignation of former mayor Wendell Staley, who resigned due to health reasons and later passed away. Cole says Sharpsburg is a fast-growing area with the potential to become a vibrant, active community with a small-town feel. Cole said his vision for Sharpsburg includes careful, deliberate growth guided by the engagement of citizens, property owners and the business community. Expanding town services and amenities are key goals and in th...

Mayor Blue Cole

January 07, 2020 21:00 - 32 minutes - 22.5 MB

A Sharpsburg native, Blue Cole was elected after the resignation of former mayor Wendell Staley, who resigned due to health reasons and later passed away. Cole says Sharpsburg is a fast-growing area with the potential to become a vibrant, active community with a small-town feel. Cole said his vision for Sharpsburg includes careful, deliberate growth guided by the engagement of citizens, property owners and the business community. Expanding town services and amenities are key goals and in th...

Movers, Shakers, and History Makers: Mayor Keith Brady

December 30, 2019 23:00 - 57 minutes - 39.4 MB

Since 1993, Keith Brady has presided as the Mayor of Newnan and in this episode, we take a look back on the last ten years as part of the Newnan Times-Herald’s Decade In Review.  We talk about how things have changed in Newnan since 2010 and what to expect in the next decade. We also talk about some commonly asked questions, including “When are we getting a Krispy Kreme” and “Why can’t we have liquor stores.”

Mayor Keith Brady

December 30, 2019 23:00 - 57 minutes - 39.4 MB

Since 1993, Keith Brady has presided as the Mayor of Newnan and in this episode, we take a look back on the last ten years as part of the Newnan Times-Herald’s Decade In Review.  We talk about how things have changed in Newnan since 2010 and what to expect in the next decade. We also talk about some commonly asked questions, including “When are we getting a Krispy Kreme” and “Why can’t we have liquor stores.”

Renea Lynn and Melanie Gramling: Chatty Newnan Women

December 13, 2019 22:00 - 33 minutes - 23.2 MB

On the latest episode of “Movers, Shakers, and History Makers,” Renea Lynn and Melanie Gramling from Chatty Newnan Women talk a little about their Facebook group and shed a little light on how it works and how they decided to help to sponsor a local family in need this Christmas. 

Movers, Shakers, and History Makers: Chatty Newnan Women

December 13, 2019 22:00 - 33 minutes - 23.2 MB

On the latest episode of “Movers, Shakers, and History Makers,” Renea Lynn and Melanie Gramling from Chatty Newnan Women talk a little about their Facebook group and shed a little light on how it works and how they decided to help to sponsor a local family in need this Christmas. 

Steve Quesinberry

December 05, 2019 14:00 - 42 minutes - 29.5 MB

Coweta County is a community that loves its veterans and a good chunk of fan base includes local students. This in part due to the work of Steve Quesinberry and Frank Henderson at Newnan High School who are part of the history department that continues to showcase the amazing stories and sacrifices of veterans, both local and from across the country. In this episode, Steve talks about the history program, why students gravitate towards veterans affairs and a little about his love for the Be...

Movers, Shakers, and History Makers: Steve Quesinberry

December 05, 2019 14:00 - 42 minutes - 29.5 MB

Coweta County is a community that loves its veterans and a good chunk of fan base includes local students. This in part due to the work of Steve Quesinberry and Frank Henderson at Newnan High School who are part of the history department that continues to showcase the amazing stories and sacrifices of veterans, both local and from across the country. In this episode, Steve talks about the history program, why students gravitate towards veterans affairs and a little about his love for the Be...

Movers, Shakers, and History Makers: Judge Mary Cranford

November 27, 2019 01:00 - 23 minutes - 16.3 MB

In 1984, Judge Mary Cranford made history by being elected the first female judge in Coweta County. In her 35 year tenure as probate judge, she’s overseen quite a few changes in the county and how probate court is handled.  With over 40 years of working and serving inside the Coweta County Court System, she now prepares to retire and reflects on her career in the service of others.  “There’s a lot of helping people involved in the court, and I liked that,” she said.

Judge Mary Cranford

November 27, 2019 01:00 - 23 minutes - 16.3 MB

In 1984, Judge Mary Cranford made history by being elected the first female judge in Coweta County. In her 35 year tenure as probate judge, she’s overseen quite a few changes in the county and how probate court is handled.  With over 40 years of working and serving inside the Coweta County Court System, she now prepares to retire and reflects on her career in the service of others.  “There’s a lot of helping people involved in the court, and I liked that,” she said.

Carl Ware

October 27, 2019 15:00 - 1 hour - 46.5 MB

Mr. Carl Ware is one of the greatest success stories to come out of Coweta County.  Born in Arnco back in the segregated south of 1943, he grew up on a sharecropper farm and eventually ascended into the world of Atlanta politics, revolutionizing how city business was run with the implementation of the "25-percent policy." Ware, The Coca-Cola Company’s first black group president, talks about how he used his power to hasten the end of the apartheid regime in South Africa. Ware helped revol...

Movers, Shakers and History Makers: Carl Ware

October 27, 2019 15:00 - 1 hour - 46.5 MB

Mr. Carl Ware is one of the greatest success stories to come out of Coweta County.  Born in Arnco back in the segregated south of 1943, he grew up on a sharecropper farm and eventually ascended into the world of Atlanta politics, revolutionizing how city business was run with the implementation of the "25-percent policy." Ware, The Coca-Cola Company’s first black group president, talks about how he used his power to hasten the end of the apartheid regime in South Africa. Ware helped revol...

That One Time: Episode 11

September 23, 2019 18:00 - 29 minutes - 20 MB

It's still hot outside, but Toby and Clay can still daydream about chili, cornbread and "fall" in the South. 

That One Time: Episode 10

September 02, 2019 16:00 - 39 minutes - 26.9 MB

With Labor Day upon us, Toby and Clay get excited about college football, the possibility of cooler temperatures (someday...) and family estate planning! 

That One Time: Episode Nine

August 03, 2019 19:00 - 38 minutes - 26.2 MB

After a brief summer hiatus, Toby and Clay return with a new podcast, catching up on all the good stuff happening in life and in Newnan. 

Movers, Shakers and History Makers: Dr. Joel Richardson

June 24, 2019 18:00 - 48 minutes - 33 MB

In the latest episode of “Movers, Shakers, and History Makers,” Dr. Joel Richardson shares his experiences of living in Coweta County after arriving in 1984 to become the pastor of Central Baptist Church. For the next 30 years, Richardson served as pastor of the historic downtown church where he became a spiritual advisor to hundreds, including Gandy Glover.  ​In this episode, Richardson talks about his career as a pastor, the people who make Newnan what it is and shares a few good Gandy s...

Dr. Joel Richardson

June 24, 2019 18:00 - 48 minutes - 33 MB

In the latest episode of “Movers, Shakers, and History Makers,” Dr. Joel Richardson shares his experiences of living in Coweta County after arriving in 1984 to become the pastor of Central Baptist Church. For the next 30 years, Richardson served as pastor of the historic downtown church where he became a spiritual advisor to hundreds, including Gandy Glover.  ​In this episode, Richardson talks about his career as a pastor, the people who make Newnan what it is and shares a few good Gandy s...

That One Time: Episode Eight

June 04, 2019 16:00 - 22 minutes - 10.3 MB

In this episode, Toby and Clay talk about doctors, getting older and eating local. Pretty typical fare for these guys. 

Anissa Patton and Scott Berta: Talking Transportation

May 25, 2019 16:00 - 22 minutes - 10.2 MB

Anissa Patton and Scott Berta from the Coweta County Chamber of Commerce talk about the great "Goat Rodeo" that is driving in Coweta, along with findings from their study regarding the future of transportation and infrastructure. 

Movers, Shakers and History Makers – Episode 9: Talking Transportation

May 25, 2019 16:00 - 22 minutes - 10.2 MB

Anissa Patton and Scott Berta from the Coweta County Chamber of Commerce talk about the great "Goat Rodeo" that is driving in Coweta, along with findings from their study regarding the future of transportation and infrastructure. 

That One Time: Episode Seven

May 15, 2019 14:00 - 53 minutes - 24.7 MB

Faced with a crippling case of podcasters block, Toby, Clay and Elijah fall back on what always works – talking about what's going on downtown. It inevitably leads to something, right? NTH Podcasts are sponsored by Ace Beer Growlers.

Talking Lewis Grizzard with Jim Minter and David Boyd Sr.

April 26, 2019 15:00 - 44 minutes - 20.4 MB

In this episode, we're talking Lewis Grizzard by two people who knew him well – Jim Minter and David Boyd Sr.  Jim Minter was managing editor of the Atlanta Constitution and oversaw the consolidation of the Journal and Constitution newsrooms in 1982, and in 1986 was named senior editor of the Journal and Constitution and Vice President of Cox Newspapers.  Minter talks about discovering Lewis, bringing him to Atlanta and watching his career take off.   Joining Jim is Coweta’s very own Davi...

Movers, Shakers, and History Makers – Episode 8: Talking Lewis Grizzard with Jim Minter and David Boyd Sr.

April 26, 2019 15:00 - 44 minutes - 20.4 MB

In this episode, we're talking Lewis Grizzard by two people who knew him well – Jim Minter and David Boyd Sr.  Jim Minter was managing editor of the Atlanta Constitution and oversaw the consolidation of the Journal and Constitution newsrooms in 1982, and in 1986 was named senior editor of the Journal and Constitution and Vice President of Cox Newspapers.  Minter talks about discovering Lewis, bringing him to Atlanta and watching his career take off.   Joining Jim is Coweta’s very own Davi...

Lenn Wood

April 15, 2019 18:00 - 44 minutes - 20.6 MB

Lenn Wood, a Coweta native and current candidate for the office of sheriff, has served for a number of years as the president of the Georgia Association of SROs and was sworn in as acting sheriff after Mike Yeager’s retirement earlier this year. Wood rose through the ranks at NPD where he ended up as a detective sergeant before joining the sheriff’s office in 1995 based on his interest in the School Resource Officer program.

Movers, Shakers and History Makers – Episode 7: Lenn Wood

April 15, 2019 18:00 - 44 minutes - 20.6 MB

Lenn Wood, a Coweta native and current candidate for the office of sheriff, has served for a number of years as the president of the Georgia Association of SROs and was sworn in as acting sheriff after Mike Yeager’s retirement earlier this year. Wood rose through the ranks at NPD where he ended up as a detective sergeant before joining the sheriff’s office in 1995 based on his interest in the School Resource Officer program.

That One Time... when Nazis came to Newnan

April 08, 2019 04:00 - 1 hour - 36.2 MB

In this episode, we take a look back to last year when Newnan was ground zero for a standoff between Neo-Nazis and a large group of counter-protesters.  With memories of the tragic Charlottesville rally still vivid, the city was under the microscope of global media.  In this episode, Toby and Clay welcome special guest Elijah Lees who made the decision to live stream the entire event from his Facebook account.  All three take a look at the day from their unique vantage points and discuss ...

Frank Barron & Gandy Glover pt. II

April 01, 2019 04:00 - 34 minutes - 15.7 MB

Local real estate agent Frank Barron returns with more tales of adventures with his friend, Gandy Glover.  Gandy Glover was not only a real estate agent in Coweta County, but also a two-term mayor whose many accomplishments involved eliminating the local pigeon problem by shooting them off the courthouse from the sunroof of his Cadillac.  

Movers, Shakers and History Makers – Episode 6: Frank Barron & Gandy Glover pt. II

April 01, 2019 04:00 - 34 minutes - 15.7 MB

Local real estate agent Frank Barron returns with more tales of adventures with his friend, Gandy Glover.  Gandy Glover was not only a real estate agent in Coweta County, but also a two-term mayor whose many accomplishments involved eliminating the local pigeon problem by shooting them off the courthouse from the sunroof of his Cadillac.  

Movers, Shakers and History Makers – Episode 5: Randolph Collins

March 19, 2019 04:00 - 2 hours - 56.5 MB

Coweta native and current sheriff's candidate, Randolph Collins, started out with the Newnan Police Department before moving to the Georgia State Patrol and eventually found his way protecting President George W. Bush as a member of the secret service prior to returning to Newnan several years ago.

That One Time: Episode Four

March 11, 2019 16:00 - 51 minutes - 23.6 MB

In this episode, Toby and Clay talk about what makes downtown Newnan so special and Toby's passion for beekeeping and country living. 

Movers, Shakers and History Makers – Episode 4: Mike Yeager (part 1)

March 04, 2019 05:00 - 1 hour - 28.7 MB

In this two-part episode, we talk with Mike Yeager who resigned this year to take on a new role as U.S. Marshal after 26 years as Sheriff of Coweta County. Yeager talks extensively about his history in law enforcement, including his race for sheriff in 1992, the historic Rainwater murder case, challenges he faced along the way and what he thinks about the future of law enforcement. NTH Podcasts are sponsored by Ace Beer Growlers and Monarch House Assisted Living.

That One Time: Episode Three

February 25, 2019 05:00 - 35 minutes - 16.2 MB

In the latest episode of ‘That One Time,’ Toby Nix talks about the role of faith as a deputy, delivering a sermon to a Cambodian speaking congregation and losing voters in his potential bid for the presidency. NTH Podcasts are sponsored by Ace Beer Growlers and Monarch House Assisted Living.

Movers, Shakers, and History Makers – Episode 3: Jimmy Callaway

February 18, 2019 05:00 - 43 minutes - 20.2 MB

In this episode, we turn our attention to the upcoming race for Coweta County Sheriff and interview the first of five candidates – James "Jimmy" Callaway. Callaway is a 10-year resident of Senoia and is the current police chief of the Morrow Police Department. He’s been in law enforcement for over 20 years and in this episode, Callaway talks about the future of law enforcement in Coweta County and his goals if elected sheriff.

That One Time: Episode Two

February 11, 2019 05:00 - 39 minutes - 18.3 MB

In this episode, Toby and Clay talk about making good time on road trips, vacation destinations and recovering from those vacations. Toby professes his love for Panama City Beach and why he'll never leave without an airbrushed t-shirt. 

Movers, Shakers and History Makers – Episode 2: Richard Mix

February 05, 2019 05:00 - 39 minutes - 18 MB

Richard Mix, owner of Full-Circle Toys, talks about the benefits of having the filming business in Coweta County and warns about the possibility of losing future opportunities to other eager communities. 

Richard Mix

February 05, 2019 05:00 - 39 minutes - 18 MB

Richard Mix, owner of Full-Circle Toys, talks about the benefits of having the filming business in Coweta County and warns about the possibility of losing future opportunities to other eager communities. 

Frank Barron shares Gandy Glover stories

January 31, 2019 05:00 - 39 minutes - 18.2 MB

In the debut episode of Movers, Shakers, and History Makers, local real estate agent Frank Barron talks about some of his many adventures with his friend, Gandy Glover.  Gandy Glover was not only a real estate agent in Coweta County, but also a two-term mayor whose many accomplishments involved eliminating the local pigeon problem by shooting them off the courthouse from the sunroof of his Cadillac.  Frank talks about his relationship with Gandy throughout their years together. 

Movers, Shakers, and History Makers – Episode 1: Gandy Glover

January 31, 2019 05:00 - 39 minutes - 18.2 MB

In the debut episode of Movers, Shakers, and History Makers, local real estate agent Frank Barron talks about some of his many adventures with his friend, Gandy Glover.  Gandy Glover was not only a real estate agent in Coweta County, but also a two-term mayor whose many accomplishments involved eliminating the local pigeon problem by shooting them off the courthouse from the sunroof of his Cadillac.  Frank talks about his relationship with Gandy throughout their years together. 

That One Time: Episode One

January 31, 2019 05:00 - 34 minutes - 16 MB

In the first episode of That One Time, Toby Nix and Clay Neely determine it might be a good idea to have an introductory episode as their first podcast instead of jumping right into episodes about why they love Panama City Beach. 

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