Episodes
Wednesday Nov 13, 2024
Wednesday Nov 13, 2024
This episode is all about the magic behind Light Up Dunwoody, exploring how it grew from a modest street gathering to a major community festival. Discover the hard work of dedicated volunteers, the impact of sponsorships, and the beloved traditions like Santa, reindeer, and dazzling tree and menorah lightings. This holiday spectacle highlights Dunwoody’s spirit, bringing thousands together for unforgettable memories. Learn why this cherished event keeps the Dunwoody community connected and thriving.
Tuesday Nov 12, 2024
Tuesday Nov 12, 2024
Podcast 266 - This Dunwoody Class Could Save Your Life - Craig Wolpert - The Way of the Kitten
Craig Wolpert discusses his journey from bullied kid to martial arts expert and founder of "The Way of the Kitten." Discover how Craig empowers groups of professionals in Dunwoody through practical self-defense training. Learn why situational awareness and simple, life-saving techniques matter most. We dive into Craig’s unique teaching style, community impact, and how he's making living in Dunwoody safer for all.
Sunday Oct 13, 2024
265 - The Little Gym of Dunwoody - Brent Macon with Macon Atlanta
Sunday Oct 13, 2024
Sunday Oct 13, 2024
Podcast 265 - The Little Gym of Dunwoody - Brent Macon with Macon Atlanta
Brent Macon is bringing an exciting kids' gymnastics hub to Dunwoody Village. From infant classes to school-age programs, Little Gym offers engaging activities that build essential skills while kids have a blast. Brent also shares insights on parenting, community engagement, and the importance of physical play in a screen-heavy world. We also talk about his podcast Macon Atlanta, and how we are each treating the AI Revolution that is changing the business world.
https://www.thelittlegym.com/georgia-dunwoody/
Monday Sep 23, 2024
264 - Sister Act at Theater 1548 - Lia Prior and Scott Wilkinson
Monday Sep 23, 2024
Monday Sep 23, 2024
Podcast 264 - Behind the Scenes of Sister Act at Theater 1548 - Lia Prior and Scott Wilkinson
Scott Wilkinson and Phillia "Lia" Prior tell me about the thriving theater scene at Dunwoody United Methodist Church’s Theater 1548. We talk about the Sister Act production, rebranding efforts at DUMC, and how these local arts are shaping our community. Get your tickets now! The show runs October 3rd-6th and you can find out more at dunwoodyumc.org/theatre-1548.
Sunday Sep 08, 2024
263 - Kacie Evans - Elevating Dunwoody High School Volleyball
Sunday Sep 08, 2024
Sunday Sep 08, 2024
Podcast 263 - Kacie Evans - Elevating Dunwoody High School Volleyball
Kacie shares her incredible journey from playing professional volleyball for the Atlanta Vibe to leading the next generation of athletes in Dunwoody. She talks about her passion for the sport, the challenges of coaching a young team, and her excitement about the future of volleyball in Dunwoody.
Tuesday Sep 03, 2024
262 - Denice Dudley - Dunwoody Oktoberfest: The Event Everyone’s Talking About
Tuesday Sep 03, 2024
Tuesday Sep 03, 2024
Denice Dudley is helping to put together an amazing Dunwoody Oktoberfest event at St. Patrick’s Episcopal Church on Saturday, September 28th from noon-6pm. Enjoy authentic German food trucks, beer, live music, family-friendly activities, and exciting raffle prizes. This vibrant community event, backed by tons of local sponsors, features a beer garden, Kinder Zone, cool cars, and much more. Don’t miss out on Dunwoody’s newest celebration—mark your calendars and join the fun!
https://dunwoodyoktoberfest.com/
Monday Aug 19, 2024
261 - Keith Pepper - Building a Digital-First Media Company
Monday Aug 19, 2024
Monday Aug 19, 2024
Keith Pepper, owner of Rough Draft Atlanta, shares his journey of transforming a traditional newspaper into a digital-first media powerhouse. This episode dives into the challenges of competing for attention in the digital age, the continued relevance of print media, and the role of newsletters in fostering community engagement. Keith also explores the future of hyperlocal journalism, the impact of AI, and strategies for sustaining local news in a rapidly changing media landscape. Perfect for those interested in the evolution of media and community-focused journalism.
Tuesday Aug 06, 2024
260 - Rotary Club of Dunwoody - Jack Sparks w/ Mosquito Joe
Tuesday Aug 06, 2024
Tuesday Aug 06, 2024
Podcast 260 - Rotary Club of Dunwoody - Jack Sparks w/ Mosquito Joe
This is the first of a few podcasts where I’ll be highlighting Rotary Club of Dunwoody members. Jack is the outgoing club president and owner of Mosquito Joe of North Atlanta. We talk about everything from Rotary, mosquitos, Cornerstone Christian Academy, and how we met 6 years ago when I coached his son’s soccer team.
Friday Jul 19, 2024
259 - Discover Dunwoody - Mark Galvin
Friday Jul 19, 2024
Friday Jul 19, 2024
Podcast 259 - Discover Dunwoody - Mark Galvin
Discover Dunwoody is the official destination marketing organization for Dunwoody, Georgia. It promotes Dunwoody as a premier destination for visitors by highlighting the city's attractions, events, dining, shopping, and accommodation options. Check out their socials at @discoverdunwoody. I talk with Mark about marketing the city, and some of the cool stuff that is opening around Perimeter including the Game Show Battle Room!
If you’re helping out of town guests find a place to stay around Dunwoody, send them to www.discoverdunwoody.com/whatsupdunwoody
Friday Jul 05, 2024
258 - Leadership Perimeter - Rosalyn Putnam
Friday Jul 05, 2024
Friday Jul 05, 2024
Podcast 258 - Leadership Perimeter - Rosalyn Putnam
Leadership Perimeter has graduated over 1,000 leaders making a positive impact in their communities. Many from the City of Dunwoody. They also have a youth program for high school students that teaches leadership skills, resumés, and networking to learn how to interact with other community leaders. Rosalyn is the Executive Director and they are growing very quickly. Learn more at www.leadershipperimeter.org