Rural Revival
269 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 1 year ago - ★★★★★ - 60 ratingsFrom farming and agriculture to amazing restaurants, vintage markets, and even tech start-ups, people are thinking outside the box, taking risks, and bringing life back to the hometowns and small communities we love. Our hope is this will be a place where you can be inspired to do the same. So jump in, hear the stories of people who are doing life in rural America and loving it, and start dreaming. And then let us know what you're up to so we can share your story, too!
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Episode 034: Jeremy Mahler of The Nineteen14
December 20, 2018 07:30 - 30 minutes - 41.7 MBThis week on the podcast we’re sitting down with Jeremy Mahler of The Nineteen14 in Minburn, Iowa (pop. 365). The Nineteen14 is an old railroad depot that Jeremy turned into a restaurant that draws thousands of people each year — mostly through the local bike trail. As a creative and an entrepreneur, Jeremy is always involved in lots of fun projects, which you’ll get to hear more about. He’s also sharing why, after living and traveling all over the world, he decided to return to his roots in...
34 | Jeremy Mahler of The Nineteen14
December 20, 2018 07:30 - 30 minutes - 41.7 MBThis week on the podcast we’re sitting down with Jeremy Mahler of The Nineteen14 in Minburn, Iowa (pop. 365). The Nineteen14 is an old railroad depot that Jeremy turned into a restaurant that draws thousands of people each year — mostly through the local bike trail. As a creative and an entrepreneur, Jeremy is always involved in lots of fun projects, which you’ll get to hear more about. He’s also sharing why, after living and traveling all over the world, he decided to return to his roots in...
33 | Norm and Teresa Gielda of The Davis General
December 14, 2018 04:17 - 36 minutes - 50.8 MBNorm and Teresa Gielda are the new owners of The Davis General - a modern day general store in the rural community of Boston, just on the outskirts of Franklin, Tennessee. This week on the podcast Norm and Teresa are sharing their story about how they chose to relocate from California to Tennessee and return to Teresa’s southern roots, and how becoming small business owners has helped them build community in a new place. If you love a great experience, you definitely want to put The Davis ...
Episode 033: Norm and Teresa Gielda of The Davis General
December 14, 2018 04:17 - 36 minutes - 50.8 MBNorm and Teresa Gielda are the new owners of The Davis General - a modern day general store in the rural community of Boston, just on the outskirts of Franklin, Tennessee. This week on the podcast Norm and Teresa are sharing their story about how they chose to relocate from California to Tennessee and return to Teresa’s southern roots, and how becoming small business owners has helped them build community in a new place. If you love a great experience, you definitely want to put The Davis ...
Episode 032: Blake Richie of BR Designs
December 06, 2018 19:26 - 20 minutes - 27.5 MBThis week on the podcast we’re taking you to New Providence, Iowa, where we’re sitting down with Blake Richie, owner of BR Designs. Blake is one of several millennials who has decided to call New Providence home. He’s talking about why he chose this town of 250 people as the place to start his business, why no town is too small for revival, and how he started a county-wide young professionals group to help people learn and connect. You are going to love what’s happening in this town. And ch...
32 | Blake Richie of BR Designs
December 06, 2018 19:26 - 20 minutes - 27.5 MBThis week on the podcast we’re taking you to New Providence, Iowa, where we’re sitting down with Blake Richie, owner of BR Designs. Blake is one of several millennials who has decided to call New Providence home. He’s talking about why he chose this town of 250 people as the place to start his business, why no town is too small for revival, and how he started a county-wide young professionals group to help people learn and connect. You are going to love what’s happening in this town. And ch...
Episode 031: Ag Communicator and Influencer Lexi Marek
November 29, 2018 19:08 - 28 minutes - 39.2 MBLexi Marek is an ag communicator and influencer and sixth generation Iowa farm girl. She’s talking about why she’s passionate about women in agriculture, why competing for Miss Iowa changed her life, why she’s a big advocate for branding - including how she has had to rebrand herself, and what it’s like to trust the process. You’ll also hear Lexi share how a college scholarship application idea evolved into an entire events division for her company, why she thrives off of conversations and...
31 | Ag Communicator and Influencer Lexi Marek
November 29, 2018 19:08 - 28 minutes - 39.2 MBLexi Marek is an ag communicator and influencer and sixth generation Iowa farm girl. She’s talking about why she’s passionate about women in agriculture, why competing for Miss Iowa changed her life, why she’s a big advocate for branding - including how she has had to rebrand herself, and what it’s like to trust the process. You’ll also hear Lexi share how a college scholarship application idea evolved into an entire events division for her company, why she thrives off of conversations and...
30 | Walt Henson of Red Tower Design
November 23, 2018 00:57 - 24 minutes - 33.8 MBThanksgiving is all about gathering around the table to share a meal and celebrate the blessings and many reasons we have to be thankful in our lives. So for this special Thanksgiving edition of the Rural Revival podcast, we’re sitting down with someone who actually makes the tables we gather around - Walt Henson, Owner of Red Tower Design and Manager of Henson Ranch in Canyon, Texas (pop. 13,303). Walt builds custom wood furniture that tells your story and is built to last. He’s sharing h...
Episode 030: Walt Henson of Red Tower Design
November 23, 2018 00:57 - 24 minutes - 33.8 MBThanksgiving is all about gathering around the table to share a meal and celebrate the blessings and many reasons we have to be thankful in our lives. So for this special Thanksgiving edition of the Rural Revival podcast, we’re sitting down with someone who actually makes the tables we gather around - Walt Henson, Owner of Red Tower Design and Manager of Henson Ranch in Canyon, Texas (pop. 13,303). Walt builds custom wood furniture that tells your story and is built to last. He’s sharing h...
Episode 029: Randa Starnes of Tennessee River Music
November 16, 2018 02:06 - 32 minutes - 45 MBWe’re sitting down with Randa Starnes of Tennessee River Music Company, a registered Hereford and Angus operation in Fort Payne, Alabama. Randa’s talking about life on their family’s cattle production farm, what it’s like to grow up with a famous dad, and how they unexpectedly grew their operation with a new business venture. She shares about what it means to work alongside her husband John every day and how they’re involving their kids in the family business, and also how they’re navigating...
29 | Randa Starnes of Tennessee River Music
November 16, 2018 02:06 - 32 minutes - 45 MBWe’re sitting down with Randa Starnes of Tennessee River Music Company, a registered Hereford and Angus operation in Fort Payne, Alabama. Randa’s talking about life on their family’s cattle production farm, what it’s like to grow up with a famous dad, and how they unexpectedly grew their operation with a new business venture. She shares about what it means to work alongside her husband John every day and how they’re involving their kids in the family business, and also how they’re navigating...
Episode 028: Justin Christman of Roadside 'Que
November 09, 2018 02:44 - 23 minutes - 32.7 MBWe’re sitting down with Justin Christman of Roadside Que in Fort Payne, Alabama. Justin made the move to Fort Payne from Denver, Colorado and introduced the first food truck to this rural area. His business has now grown into a new brick and mortar restaurant, right on Main Street in Fort Payne, where they just recently celebrated their grand opening. SHOW NOTES: Fudge Family Farms Fort Payne Chamber of Commerce Main Street Program Cigar City Brewing Fort Payne Farmers Market Avondale Brewi...
28 | Justin Christman of Roadside 'Que
November 09, 2018 02:44 - 23 minutes - 32.7 MBWe’re sitting down with Justin Christman of Roadside Que in Fort Payne, Alabama. Justin made the move to Fort Payne from Denver, Colorado and introduced the first food truck to this rural area. His business has now grown into a new brick and mortar restaurant, right on Main Street in Fort Payne, where they just recently celebrated their grand opening. SHOW NOTES: Fudge Family Farms Fort Payne Chamber of Commerce Main Street Program Cigar City Brewing Fort Payne Farmers Market Avondale Brewi...
27 | Matt and Naomi Hupton of Pammel Park Coffee Company
November 01, 2018 19:48 - 40 minutes - 55.9 MBJoin us on the farm in rural Madison County, Iowa for this week’s podcast interview with Matt and Naomi Hupton, founders of Pammel Park Coffee Company. Matt and Naomi are sharing about chasing a dream and why they chose Winterset, Iowa (pop. 5,190) as their place to relocate and start a family business - and how it all started with roasting coffee in their garage and a roadside stand with their kids. They have realized the power of a supportive community and how partnerships with local busin...
Episode 027: Matt and Naomi Hupton of Pammel Park Coffee Company
November 01, 2018 19:48 - 40 minutes - 55.9 MBJoin us on the farm in rural Madison County, Iowa for this week’s podcast interview with Matt and Naomi Hupton, founders of Pammel Park Coffee Company. Matt and Naomi are sharing about chasing a dream and why they chose Winterset, Iowa (pop. 5,190) as their place to relocate and start a family business - and how it all started with roasting coffee in their garage and a roadside stand with their kids. They have realized the power of a supportive community and how partnerships with local busin...
26 | Farm Manager Stephanie Ballantine
October 21, 2018 23:17 - 25 minutes - 35.3 MBThis week on the podcast we’re talking with farm manager Stephanie Ballantine from Kiron, Iowa. Stephanie unexpectedly found herself widowed and faced with the decision of whether or not to continue the farming operation she and her husband had built together. She made the decision to keep the farm operation going and has never looked back, and she’s sharing about her journey and what she has learned along the way. SHOW NOTES: Iowa State University Extension StrengthFinder
Episode 026: Farm Manager Stephanie Ballantine
October 21, 2018 23:17 - 25 minutes - 35.3 MBThis week on the podcast we’re talking with farm manager Stephanie Ballantine from Kiron, Iowa. Stephanie unexpectedly found herself widowed and faced with the decision of whether or not to continue the farming operation she and her husband had built together. She made the decision to keep the farm operation going and has never looked back, and she’s sharing about her journey and what she has learned along the way. SHOW NOTES: Iowa State University Extension StrengthFinder
25 | Emily Vollmar Doxtad of Rooted Boutique
October 12, 2018 04:03 - 32 minutes - 44.5 MBEmily Vollmar Doxtad of Rooted Boutique in Holstein, Iowa talks about doing the unlikely thing of bringing a modern, contemporary boutique to her rural community. She shares about the journey of her business that started in a snowmobile trailer and how it has grown and changed over the years. SHOW NOTES: Holstein State Theatre Okoboji Holstein, Iowa Boulders Inn & Suites Holstein Travel Center Kohl’s NYDJ Jeans Square Reader Facebook: Rooted Boutique Holstein Instagram: @rooted.boutique Cor...
Episode 025: Emily Vollmar Doxtad of Rooted Boutique
October 12, 2018 04:03 - 32 minutes - 44.5 MBEmily Vollmar Doxtad of Rooted Boutique in Holstein, Iowa talks about doing the unlikely thing of bringing a modern, contemporary boutique to her rural community. She shares about the journey of her business that started in a snowmobile trailer and how it has grown and changed over the years. SHOW NOTES: Holstein State Theatre Okoboji Holstein, Iowa Boulders Inn & Suites Holstein Travel Center Kohl’s NYDJ Jeans Square Reader Facebook: Rooted Boutique Holstein Instagram: @rooted.boutique Cor...
24 | Lawyer, Farmer, and Mayor James Decker
October 04, 2018 16:24 - 25 minutes - 35.7 MBWe’ve got a fascinating conversation with lawyer, farmer, and mayor James Decker of Stamford, Texas (pop. 3,124) this week on the podcast. You may recognize James from his weekly Monday Musing essays posted on the Rural Revival blog, or from recently being named to the inaugural Ruralist. James is setting an example we can all learn from when it comes to the revitalization of and commitment to our rural communities - and you’re about to find out why. SHOW NOTES: Stamford, Texas Shahan Gueva...
Episode 024: Lawyer, Farmer, and Mayor James Decker
October 04, 2018 16:24 - 25 minutes - 35.7 MBWe’ve got a fascinating conversation with lawyer, farmer, and mayor James Decker of Stamford, Texas (pop. 3,124) this week on the podcast. You may recognize James from his weekly Monday Musing essays posted on the Rural Revival blog, or from recently being named to the inaugural Ruralist. James is setting an example we can all learn from when it comes to the revitalization of and commitment to our rural communities - and you’re about to find out why. SHOW NOTES: Stamford, Texas Shahan Gueva...
Episode 023: Trey and Shandy Pearson of Rowe Point Ranch
September 28, 2018 01:34 - 37 minutes - 52 MBWe’re sitting down with Trey and Shandy Pearson, owners of Rowe Point Ranch in Hedley, Texas (pop. 329). Rowe Point Ranch is located on the former site of Rowe, Texas, a historic ghost town that is now being transformed into a beautiful West Texas event venue. Trey and Shandy talk about their love for this place that overflows with character, how they’ve built this new business from the ground up, and the ranch’s historic past - including an unexpected connection to the Titanic. SHOW NOTES:...
23 | Trey and Shandy Pearson of Rowe Point Ranch
September 28, 2018 01:34 - 37 minutes - 52 MBWe’re sitting down with Trey and Shandy Pearson, owners of Rowe Point Ranch in Hedley, Texas (pop. 329). Rowe Point Ranch is located on the former site of Rowe, Texas, a historic ghost town that is now being transformed into a beautiful West Texas event venue. Trey and Shandy talk about their love for this place that overflows with character, how they’ve built this new business from the ground up, and the ranch’s historic past - including an unexpected connection to the Titanic. SHOW NOTES:...
22 | Shellie Hughes and Bobby Bertram of Old Glory Schoolhouse
September 21, 2018 01:48 - 1 hour - 59.9 MBThis week on the podcast we’re talking with Shellie Hughes and her dad Bobby Earl Bertram with Old Glory Schoolhouse in Monticello, Kentucky. You’re going to love hearing about all the creative ways they’re repurposing this old schoolhouse - and their fun connection to Magnolia in Waco, Texas. Plus a few fun stories from Bobby to keep us all entertained! You’ll love hearing how family is at the heart of everything they do and how their values of hard work and hospitality run deep. Their fa...
Episode 022: Shellie Hughes and Bobby Bertram of Old Glory Schoolhouse
September 21, 2018 01:48 - 1 hour - 59.9 MBThis week on the podcast we’re talking with Shellie Hughes and her dad Bobby Earl Bertram with Old Glory Schoolhouse in Monticello, Kentucky. You’re going to love hearing about all the creative ways they’re repurposing this old schoolhouse - and their fun connection to Magnolia in Waco, Texas. Plus a few fun stories from Bobby to keep us all entertained! You’ll love hearing how family is at the heart of everything they do and how their values of hard work and hospitality run deep. Their fa...
21 | Becky Wilber of Wilber Fertilizer Service
August 30, 2018 17:57 - 1 hour - 89.4 MBThis week on the podcast we’re talking with Becky Wilber of Wilber Fertilizer Service in Cherokee, Oklahoma (pop. 1,630), where she helps run the family business and volunteers as an EMT and firefighter. If you’re thinking about moving back to rural America, this episode is for you. This is a really important discussion where Becky shares openly and honestly about her decision to move back to her hometown and help run the family business, and why she says it was one of the hardest - but bes...
Episode 021: Becky Wilber of Wilber Fertilizer Service
August 30, 2018 17:57 - 1 hour - 89.4 MBThis week on the podcast we’re talking with Becky Wilber of Wilber Fertilizer Service in Cherokee, Oklahoma (pop. 1,630), where she helps run the family business and volunteers as an EMT and firefighter. If you’re thinking about moving back to rural America, this episode is for you. This is a really important discussion where Becky shares openly and honestly about her decision to move back to her hometown and help run the family business, and why she says it was one of the hardest - but bes...
20 | Scott Stebner of Scott Stebner Photography
August 24, 2018 02:46 - 37 minutes - 68 MBScott Stebner of Scott Stebner Photography is a nationally published agricultural photographer and videographer. Or, to put it more simply, Scott creates photos and videos of people with grit. Scott’s sharing about some of the amazing projects he’s been involved with, why he has started to focus more on video, and why he’s not afraid to fail. Plus you’ll learn how an unlikely ag background led to where he is today and has given him a really unique perspective. It’s a great - and fun - conver...
Episode 020: Scott Stebner of Scott Stebner Photography
August 24, 2018 02:46 - 37 minutes - 68 MBScott Stebner of Scott Stebner Photography is a nationally published agricultural photographer and videographer. Or, to put it more simply, Scott creates photos and videos of people with grit. Scott’s sharing about some of the amazing projects he’s been involved with, why he has started to focus more on video, and why he’s not afraid to fail. Plus you’ll learn how an unlikely ag background led to where he is today and has given him a really unique perspective. It’s a great - and fun - conver...
19 | Stephanie Bradley Fryer, Lawyer and Cattle Producer
August 16, 2018 20:28 - 31 minutes - 57.5 MBStephanie Bradley Fryer is a lawyer and cattle producer from both Stamford, Texas and Chattanooga, Oklahoma - who also happens to be a fifth generation landowner. She’s telling more about how she makes it work splitting her time between two places, and how she’s established her place as a woman in both ag and law. Her background and experience gives her a unique perspective as an ag lawyer, and she is a role model in every way! SHOW NOTES: USDA Farm Service Agency Stamford, Texas Chattanoog...
Episode 019: Stephanie Bradley Fryer, Lawyer and Cattle Producer
August 16, 2018 20:28 - 31 minutes - 57.5 MBStephanie Bradley Fryer is a lawyer and cattle producer from both Stamford, Texas and Chattanooga, Oklahoma - who also happens to be a fifth generation landowner. She’s telling more about how she makes it work splitting her time between two places, and how she’s established her place as a woman in both ag and law. Her background and experience gives her a unique perspective as an ag lawyer, and she is a role model in every way! SHOW NOTES: USDA Farm Service Agency Stamford, Texas Chattanoog...
Episode 018: Christy Jo of The Strawberry Patch and The Fruit Tea Chicks
August 10, 2018 04:01 - 36 minutes - 66.4 MBChristy Jo of The Strawberry Patch and The Fruit Tea Chicks is sharing about her journey of learning to express herself though art, which eventually led to these two fun, creative businesses that she started out of Hartsville, Tennessee. With a fall show coming up in September and some exciting things on the horizon for The Fruit Tea Chicks, you’re gonna love our conversation with Christy Jo. SHOW NOTES: Country Living Fair Gina Bishop, Home Girl Ole Miss University of Tennessee at Knoxvill...
18 | Christy Jo of The Strawberry Patch and The Fruit Tea Chicks
August 10, 2018 04:01 - 36 minutes - 66.4 MBChristy Jo of The Strawberry Patch and The Fruit Tea Chicks is sharing about her journey of learning to express herself though art, which eventually led to these two fun, creative businesses that she started out of Hartsville, Tennessee. With a fall show coming up in September and some exciting things on the horizon for The Fruit Tea Chicks, you’re gonna love our conversation with Christy Jo. SHOW NOTES: Country Living Fair Gina Bishop, Home Girl Ole Miss University of Tennessee at Knoxvill...
17 | Roger Cowan of Dog Tired Guitars
August 03, 2018 03:07 - 31 minutes - 58 MBMusic has always been a huge part of who Roger Cowan is, and he's sharing how that led to the start of his company, Dog Tired Guitars, on this week's podcast. We talk with Roger about why he believes in charity work and music education, and why the story behind the guitar is so important. Based in Perkins, Oklahoma (pop. 2,831), Roger builds custom guitars that inspire, and out of the most amazing materials. From concrete to old barn wood to baseball bats - no texture or material is off lim...
Episode 017: Roger Cowan of Dog Tired Guitars
August 03, 2018 03:07 - 31 minutes - 58 MBMusic has always been a huge part of who Roger Cowan is, and he's sharing how that led to the start of his company, Dog Tired Guitars, on this week's podcast. We talk with Roger about why he believes in charity work and music education, and why the story behind the guitar is so important. Based in Perkins, Oklahoma (pop. 2,831), Roger builds custom guitars that inspire, and out of the most amazing materials. From concrete to old barn wood to baseball bats - no texture or material is off lim...
Episode 016: JoAnna Robertson of JoAnna Robertson Photography
July 27, 2018 04:45 - 27 minutes - 51.2 MBIf you are a creative in a small town, you’re going to love this episode of the podcast! We’re sitting down with JoAnna Robertson of Clarendon, Texas. JoAnna manages the Western Heritage Classic Ranch Horse Sale in Abilene, and operates a wedding and portrait photography business throughout the Texas Panhandle. She is amazingly talented and has had some amazing creative experiences, and we're excited for you to get to know her! SHOW NOTES: Western Heritage Classic Ranch Horse Sale National ...
16 | JoAnna Robertson of JoAnna Robertson Photography
July 27, 2018 04:45 - 27 minutes - 51.2 MBIf you are a creative in a small town, you’re going to love this episode of the podcast! We’re sitting down with JoAnna Robertson of Clarendon, Texas. JoAnna manages the Western Heritage Classic Ranch Horse Sale in Abilene, and operates a wedding and portrait photography business throughout the Texas Panhandle. She is amazingly talented and has had some amazing creative experiences, and we're excited for you to get to know her! SHOW NOTES: Western Heritage Classic Ranch Horse Sale National ...
Episode 015: Jaime England of The Market Place
July 19, 2018 19:02 - 29 minutes - 53.7 MBThis week we’re bringing you a very insightful interview from Jaime England, owner of The Market Place in Manning, Iowa. From physical therapist to home store and coffee shop owner, Jaime’s telling the story behind what motivated her to take on the biggest storefront on Main Street in Manning, Iowa. And it just so happens that this week they’re celebrating their three year anniversary! You’ll love hearing her story and what she shares about all the great things happening in her small town of...
15 | Jaime England of The Market Place
July 19, 2018 19:02 - 29 minutes - 53.7 MBThis week we’re bringing you a very insightful interview from Jaime England, owner of The Market Place in Manning, Iowa. From physical therapist to home store and coffee shop owner, Jaime’s telling the story behind what motivated her to take on the biggest storefront on Main Street in Manning, Iowa. And it just so happens that this week they’re celebrating their three year anniversary! You’ll love hearing her story and what she shares about all the great things happening in her small town of...
14 | Nate and Bec Self of Georgia Glamping Company
July 13, 2018 02:39 - 26 minutes - 49.3 MBGeorgia Clamping Company is putting a whole new spin on camping as we know it. Owners Nate and Bek Self believe that luxury and comfort should not be sacrificed while enjoying the great outdoors, and they are creating unique, one-of-a-kind getaways where people can explore on their own terms. You’ll see how this company really knows how to celebrate the things we love about rural areas and the outdoors, and why they believe in community over competition. SHOW NOTES: Lake Lanier Shady Grove ...
Episode 014: Nate and Bec Self of Georgia Glamping Company
July 13, 2018 02:39 - 26 minutes - 49.3 MBGeorgia Clamping Company is putting a whole new spin on camping as we know it. Owners Nate and Bek Self believe that luxury and comfort should not be sacrificed while enjoying the great outdoors, and they are creating unique, one-of-a-kind getaways where people can explore on their own terms. You’ll see how this company really knows how to celebrate the things we love about rural areas and the outdoors, and why they believe in community over competition. SHOW NOTES: Lake Lanier Shady Grove ...
13 | Katie Harvey Martinez of Harvey's Diner
June 28, 2018 05:28 - 53 minutes - 97.4 MBWe are beyond excited to bring you this week's podcast interview with Katie Harvey Martinez of Harvey’s Diner in Redfield, Iowa (pop. 826). Katie's story is what first inspired us to start the Rural Revival podcast, and you will quickly understand why. From the Iowa farm to Broadway and back, Katie's life is one amazing adventure. But her most recent move back to Iowa to open Harvey’s Diner is quite possibly her most exciting adventure yet. SHOW NOTES: Harvey’s Diner & Pub Redfield, Iowa R....
Episode 013: Katie Harvey Martinez of Harvey's Diner
June 28, 2018 05:28 - 53 minutes - 97.4 MBWe are beyond excited to bring you this week's podcast interview with Katie Harvey Martinez of Harvey’s Diner in Redfield, Iowa (pop. 826). Katie's story is what first inspired us to start the Rural Revival podcast, and you will quickly understand why. From the Iowa farm to Broadway and back, Katie's life is one amazing adventure. But her most recent move back to Iowa to open Harvey’s Diner is quite possibly her most exciting adventure yet. SHOW NOTES: Harvey’s Diner & Pub Redfield, Iowa R....
Episode 012: Angela Harrington of Hotel Grinnell - Part 2
June 22, 2018 03:12 - 35 minutes - 64.9 MBThis week on the podcast we’re taking you to an exciting new destination in downtown Grinnell, Iowa (pop. 9,151) in our interview with Angela Harrington, owner of Hotel Grinnell. Here she has led the charge in converting a former school building into an incredible contemporary boutique hotel. During the interview we found out Angela also happens to have a lot of experience in small town economic development, so this episode is packed with great advice for small towns and business owners! SH...
12 | Angela Harrington of Hotel Grinnell - Part 2
June 22, 2018 03:12 - 35 minutes - 64.9 MBThis week on the podcast we’re taking you to an exciting new destination in downtown Grinnell, Iowa (pop. 9,151) in our interview with Angela Harrington, owner of Hotel Grinnell. Here she has led the charge in converting a former school building into an incredible contemporary boutique hotel. During the interview we found out Angela also happens to have a lot of experience in small town economic development, so this episode is packed with great advice for small towns and business owners! SH...
Episode 011: Angela Harrington of Hotel Grinnell - Part 1
June 14, 2018 23:59 - 30 minutes - 56.7 MBThis week on the podcast we’re taking you to an exciting new destination in downtown Grinnell, Iowa in our interview with Angela Harrington, owner of Hotel Grinnell. Here she has led the charge in converting a former school building into an incredible contemporary boutique hotel. During the interview we found out Angela also happens to have a lot of experience in small town economic development. SHOW NOTES: Federal Historic Preservation Tax Credit Bill Menner Jake Christensen of Christianse...
11 | Angela Harrington of Hotel Grinnell - Part 1
June 14, 2018 23:59 - 30 minutes - 56.7 MBThis week on the podcast we’re taking you to an exciting new destination in downtown Grinnell, Iowa in our interview with Angela Harrington, owner of Hotel Grinnell. Here she has led the charge in converting a former school building into an incredible contemporary boutique hotel. During the interview we found out Angela also happens to have a lot of experience in small town economic development. SHOW NOTES: Federal Historic Preservation Tax Credit Bill Menner Jake Christensen of Christianse...
10 | The Girls of The BoxTruck Boutique
June 07, 2018 19:13 - 46 minutes - 85.6 MBThis week on the podcast we’re taking you to Boaz, Alabama to talk with the girls of The BoxTruck Boutique. From starting with their own individual businesses of shirts, clothes, jewelry, and home goods, they eventually combined to form what is now The BoxTruck Boutique. The business has taken off and they’ve never looked back! They’re also passing on what they’ve learned to their kids, who have now started The BoxTruck Juniors. We had the best time and you'll love hearing their story! SHOW...
Episode 010: The Girls of The BoxTruck Boutique
June 07, 2018 19:13 - 46 minutes - 85.6 MBThis week on the podcast we’re taking you to Boaz, Alabama to talk with the girls of The BoxTruck Boutique. From starting with their own individual businesses of shirts, clothes, jewelry, and home goods, they eventually combined to form what is now The BoxTruck Boutique. The business has taken off and they’ve never looked back! They’re also passing on what they’ve learned to their kids, who have now started The BoxTruck Juniors. We had the best time and you'll love hearing their story! SHOW...