Our Town w/ Troy Bye
Our Town w/ Troy Bye is a podcast featuring long-form conversations with interesting people. Host Troy Bye engages guests in maximized discussions, exploring their stories and perspectives. The show aims to provide deep, insightful interviews that go beyond surface-level topics.
Episodes
EP 149 | Tricky Ricky Fernandez, Sr. Director Marketing and Promotions, Rocket City Trash Pandas
Ricky Fernandez is one of the most recognizable personalities in North Alabama sports and serves as the Senior Director of Marketing and Promotions for the Rocket City Trash Pandas, where he leads the creative vision behind one of Minor League Baseball's most celebrated fan experiences. As the energetic on-field emcee at Toyota Field, Ricky has become the face and voice of countless unforgetta
EP 148 | Chelsea McKinney, McKinney and Sons Roofing
Chelsea McKinney is a North Alabama entrepreneur, REALTOR®, business owner, and investor whose career has been built around one central mission: helping people protect and maximize the value of their homes. Through her experience in real estate, residential investing, and construction, she has developed a unique perspective that spans nearly every stage of home ownership—from purchasing a first ho
EP 147 | North Alabama Stake Presidents from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints
A community watch party featuring music from The Tabernacle Choir at Temple Square on June 26, 2026. The venue will open at 3 PM with bounce houses, giant yard pong, corn hole, and jumbo Connect 4 as entertainment. The show will begin at 7 PM and fireworks will follow.Proceeds from all concessions will be donated to our local charitable organization First Stop,Inc. who is dedicated to helping home
EP 146 | Mayor Ranae Bartlett, Mayor Madison, Alabama
Today’s guest is Ranae Bartlett, the Mayor of Madison, one of the fastest-growing and most successful cities in the Southeast. Her career spans law, education, corporate leadership, nonprofit management, public service, and municipal government, making her one of the most accomplished civic leaders in North Alabama.During nearly a decade of service, she helped guide one of Alabama's highest-pe
EP 144 | Charles H. Souther, Author, From the Mules and Wagon to the Space Shuttle
Today on the Our Town w/ Troy Bye, we welcome author Charles H. Souther, a storyteller and historian whose life experiences span one of the most transformative periods in American history. Souther is the author of the memoir From the Mules and Wagon to the Space Shuttle, a reflective and deeply personal account of growing up in a rural America that would evolve from horse-drawn transportation and
EP 143 | M. Troy Bye, Host, Our Town w/ Troy Bye Podcast
M. Troy Bye is the creator and host of the Our Town Podcast, a long-form interview show centered on meaningful conversations with influential, accomplished, and interesting people from across business, government, sports, education, technology, entertainment, and community leadership. Known for his conversational interviewing style and natural curiosity, Troy has developed a reputation for drawing
EP 142 | Zach Taylor, Author "Rockstar Echoes"
Zach Taylor is a Huntsville, Alabama–based author, engineer, and storyteller whose work bridges the worlds of high-stakes technical innovation and raw, character-driven fiction. A graduate of the University of Alabama in Huntsville, Taylor comes from a multigenerational family involved in advancing spaceflight and has built a professional career rooted in aerospace and mission-critical systems. In
EP 141 (updated) | Seth Burton, U.S. Senate Candidate, Ret. Submarine Commanding Officer
Seth Burton embodies a lifetime of dedicated service and unwavering commitment. Starting in a humble house on the banks of the Tennessee River, Seth learned hard work and responsibility growing up on a farm. Ultimately becoming a two-time submarine commanding officer, he led complex missions beneath the waves, honing his leadership in high-stakes environments. His distinguished naval career spanne
EP 140 | Marie Waxel, GM & News Anchor, WAAY TV
Marie Waxel is an experienced broadcast journalist and news anchor at WAAY-TV 31 in Huntsville, Alabama, where she plays a key role in delivering daily news coverage to viewers across North Alabama and the Tennessee Valley. With a strong foundation in both reporting and anchoring, she has developed a reputation for accuracy, clarity, and a steady on-air presence.At WAAY-TV, Marie anchors newscasts
EP 139 | Sean Wiswesser, Ret. CIA Officer, Author - Tradecraft, Tactics, and Dirty Tricks. Russian Intelligence and Putin's Secret War
Bio from Sean Wiswesser's LinkedIn page:"I have spent 30 years in national security, serving with the CIA, State Department, and now in the private sector. My career has been defined by one focus: understanding foreign intelligence services and helping the U.S. and its allies stay ahead of evolving intelligence, defense, and other national security threats.As a senior operations officer w
EP 138 | Christie Finley, CEO, Leadership Greater Huntsville & Retired Superintendent of Huntsville City Schools
Christie Finley is an accomplished education leader and former Superintendent of Huntsville City Schools, one of Alabama’s most prominent and rapidly growing school systems. With a career spanning more than two decades in public education, Finley has built a reputation for strong organizational leadership, student-centered decision making, and a commitment to academic excellence in diverse and hig
EP 137 | Camryn Suggs, General Manager, Valentina's Pizzeria & Wine Bar
Camryn Suggs is an emerging leader in the North Alabama small business and culinary community, serving as a driving force behind the continued growth and customer experience at Valentina’s Pizzeria. Known for its commitment to quality ingredients, Valentina’s has quickly become a local favorite — and Camryn plays a key role in ensuring every guest feels part of the family.Camryn's journey to b
EP 136 | Jacob Ladner, CEO, Thirdmark Capital
Jacob Ladner is a Decatur, Alabama–based professional whose work and life are rooted in a strong sense of purpose, growth, and community. He earned a History degree from University of North Alabama, where he met his wife, and now serves on the Board of Directors of the UNA Foundation.Professionally, Jacob has built his career in a specialized industry of Financial lending called Factor Lending. Be
EP 135 | Lindsey Knupp | EVP & AGM, Rocket City Trash Pandas
Lindsey Knupp is a dynamic voice in Minor League Baseball and a key member of the Rocket City Trash Pandasorganization. Known for her creativity, energy, and passion for fan engagement, she has helped transform the game-day experience into something that goes far beyond the field.A former collegiate athlete, Lindsey Knupp built her foundation through competition, discipline, and teamwork—experienc
EP 134 | Cade Smith | Director of Athletics, UAH
Cade Smith serves as the Director of Athletics at University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH), where he oversees the university’s NCAA Division II athletic programs and the continued growth of Charger Athletics. Since stepping into the role, Smith has focused on strengthening UAH’s competitive success, enhancing the student-athlete experience, and expanding the visibility of the university’s athleti
EP 133 | Joel Lamp, Huntsville CVB & Sports Commission
Joel Lamp is the Sports Development Manager for the Huntsville/Madison County Convention & Visitors Bureau, where he leads efforts to attract major sporting events and tournaments to the Rocket City. In this role, Joel works with national sports organizations, collegiate conferences, and event promoters to bring competitions to Huntsville that drive tourism, economic impact, and national visib
EP 132 | Amanda Hooten, CEO, Blaze Solutions
Amanda Hooten is the Founder and CEO of Blaze Solutions, a strategic marketing and branding firm that helps organizations clarify who they are, how they communicate, and how they grow. She’s known for helping leaders and companies turn complex ideas into clear, compelling stories that build trust and drive momentum.Amanda is a strategic, people-first leader with deep experience in the defense indu
EP 131 | Nicole Reynolds, Apparel Lab
Nicole Reynolds is the Sales and Production Manager at Apparel Lab, a custom apparel, merch, and printing studio in Madison, Alabama. In her role, Nicole keeps daily operations running smoothly by coordinating sales and production workflows, managing client orders, and ensuring that custom projects are delivered with care and precision. Known for her strong organizational skills and problem-solvin
EP 130 | Brianna Sistrunk, Mrs. Alabama America
Brianna Sistrunk is the reigning Mrs. Alabama America, proudly representing women across the state of Alabama on the national stage. A passionate advocate for faith, family, and female empowerment, Brianna uses her platform to inspire women to embrace their purpose, lead with confidence, and serve their communities with heart.Beyond the crown, Brianna is a devoted wife and mother who understands t
EP 129 | Aaron Ryan, Personal Injury Attorney, Madison City Judge
Aaron Ryan is a dedicated attorney and partner at Ryan & Rouse, LLC, a respected law firm serving Madison, Huntsville, and the broader North Alabama community. With over 18 years of legal experience, Aaron is known for his relentless advocacy, integrity, and commitment to his clients’ well-being. Originally from Georgia, Aaron grew up as an accomplished athlete alongside his twin brother, learning
EP 128 | Leah Rise, Author "Maverick A Million"
Leah Rise is a children’s book author and storyteller, best known for Maverick A Million, a heart-centered picture book about courage, inner strength, and self-worth aimed at young readers. The story draws inspiration from her youngest son, Maverick, and carries a message encouraging children to embrace their unique gifts rather than compare themselves to others. Her work blends lyrical, poetic la
EP 127 | Chad Emerson, Managing Director of Operations, Huntsville City FC
Chad Emerson is the Managing Director of Business Operations for Huntsville City Football Club (HCFC), a position he has held since September 2022. He leads local business operations, partnerships, and fan experience for the MLS NEXT Pro team, having previously served as CEO of Downtown Huntsville, Inc. for nine years. Prior to his role with Huntsville City FC, Emerson built a reputation as a key
EP 125 | Sam I Am
Samantha "Sam I Am" Imker is both the program director and music director at ZYP 104.3. She is also a part of the morning "The Mojo Radio Show" and then hosting her own show at Nash Icon 93.3. She has come along way in the radio business after starting as just a ZYP listener over a decade ago. This was Sam's second appearance on the podcast in which she appeared in EP 43
EP 124 | Megan Nivens-Tannett
This weeks' guest is Megan Nivens-Tannett, Founder & CEO, Flourish Consulting Services. Megan is also the host of the SheBoss podcast, in which stories of phenomenal women from across the state making BIG impacts in their communities are shared. In this episode she chronicles her family's history with cancer and a tough, brave decision she made to avoid her own cancer diagnosis. Megan's backgr
EP 123 | Rachel Sullivan
EP 123 | Rachel Sullivan is the Founder of Solid Ground Counseling Center in Madison, AL. Rachel and her staff of therapists, counselors, and clinicians are providing much needed services to North Alabama residents to cope with the unprecedented stresses and difficulties of this time in history in which we live. Born and raised in rural Illinois, Rachel's story is another great journey of growing
EP 122 (updated) | Charles Gardner | Synergy Strength
Charles Gardner is the Founder and CEO of Synergy Strength Systems. At 16 years old like most teenage boys, Charles wanted to get stronger for his sport - Tae Kwon Do. He started training myself with the help of fitness magazines and encyclopedias as he wanted to dive deep into learning all aspects of the body's muscle groups. He later discovered that he enjoyed helping people at the gym and b
EP 122 | Charles Gardner | Synergy Strength
Charles Gardner is the Founder and CEO of Synergy Strength Systems. At 16 years old like most teenage boys, Charles wanted to get stronger for his sport - Tae Kwon Do. He started training myself with the help of fitness magazines and encyclopedias as he wanted to dive deep into learning all aspects of the body's muscle groups. He later discovered that he enjoyed helping people at the gym and began
EP 121 | Jonathan Macklin | Founder, Archangel Group International
Jonathan Macklin is an inspiration. Hear his amazing story of how he has become involved in helping the poor nation of Zambia in meeting so many basic needs. Here is more, from their website:"My name is Jonathan Macklin. I am the founder of Archangel Group International a Non-Profit Corporation (AGI). AGI/USA is a registered 501c3 (Public Charity) with the IRS (EIN-92- 3114692). AGI is based
EP 120 | Rich Hoffman | Ufologist, Scientific Coalition for UAP Studies
Rich Hoffman is co-founder of the Scientific Coalition for UAP Studies.
He has over 54 years of experience investigating and researching the
UFO subject. Mr. Hoffman has served as Director of Investigations, Star
Team Manager and Director of Strategic Projects, as well as the State
Director of MUFON and worked with numerous organizations. He has a BA in
Organizational Communications from Wri
EP 119 | Juwan Williams | Tru Vision Wrestling
Tru Vision is a martial arts school owned by Juwan Williams, who became legally blind in his early teenage years. He has overcome his vision impairment and turned it into a positive through the help of some key mentors. Juwan owns and operates Tru Vision out of One Tribe in which he has quickly built up his student enrollment and instructing them in all aspects of martial arts. His story is inspi
EP 118 | Kimberly Du Vall | North Alabama Foster Closet
118 is here! Kimberly DuVall is the Visionary, Founder, and Executive Director of Fostering Connections. Born from her own experience as a foster/adoptive mom, she knows how challenging and lonely the journey of a caregiver can be. It is vital to know you are not on the journey alone and it is a blessing when others support you with tangible goods, emotional support, prayer, and trauma-informed re
EP 117 | Peter Randolph | Huntsville/Madison County EMA
Peter Randolph is an Emergeny Mangement Officer with the Huntsville-Madison County Emergency Management Agency - a city-county government agency serving the population that visits, works and lives in Madison County, AL. Peter is as experienced as they come in all things
preparedness as well as his work and experience in gun crime coordination, firearm toolmark analysis, and the NIBIN program. Pet
EP 116 | Roger Kitchen, Jr. | Power Mental Performance
Roger is a certified Mental Skills Coach and an accomplished Powerlifter working with college and high school teams and athletes. He has a passion to coach anyone who wants to achieve greatness. "Most people don't wake up each day and try to accomplish something greater than themselves," Roger says. "I want to inspire teams and athletes to "go for it," dream BIG, get a
EP 115 | Grace Counts | Velox
Grace Counts is the Marketing Coordinator for Velox. Velox is providing critical infrastructure services in North Alabama to include aerial cable installation, underground cable & duct installation, network auditing, fiber splicing, and copper splicing. A graduate of Auburn University, Grace has helped Velox to recently be named #36 to the Inc. 5000 list. We also talk about her upcoming weddin
EP 114 | Battle of the Buffalo | Director, Grant Hershbine
Grant Hershbine is the Director of the Battle of the Buffalo, an annual
wing festival put on by the brothers of the Alpha Tau Omega fraternity
at The University of Alabama in Huntsville. Battle of the Buffalo was
created in honor of our beloved fallen brother, Paul “Fish” Salmon.
Since losing his battle with cancer in 2007, our chapter has raised more
than $230,000 for Russel Hill Cancer Foun
EP 113 | Sauce Daddy
Dyllan Russell is the one and only "Sauce Daddy". Born and raised in Atlanta he learned his way around the family garden and kitchen from his Guaynese mother. Peppers and hot sauce were included in every meal. During the pandemic, Dyllan began growing herbs and vegetables in his own garden with well over 600 habanero peppers yielding from one bus.
In determining what to do with all of t
EP 112 | Stephanie McCulloch | Executive Director, North Alabamaworks!
Both a native and current resident of Russellville, Stephanie McCulloch is the Executive Director for North AlabamaWorks! - a non-profit organization established to fulfill the workforce needs of Region 1, a 13-county workforce region. North Alabama Works! is a workforce council made up of leaders from industry, education, the chambers of commerce, economic development organizations, non-profits,
EP 111 | Danielle Hart & Adriane Van Kirk | American Advertising Federation of North Alabama
EP 111 is up! Danielle Hart, President of AAF North Alabama and Adrian Van Kirk, past President, represent the nation's oldest national advertising trade association. We talked about February's American Advertising Awards Show, College & University Road Shows, the ever changing Marketing Industry, and their upcoming conference brilliantly themed Work Flow, which will have some amazing
EP 110 | Part 2 | Dr. Tony Weaver, D.O., FACS
Dr. Weaver is a double board certified Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon, holding active AOA/AOBS Board Certifications in General & Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery.
Dr. Weaver has also been granted fellowship in the American College of Surgeons. This is a prestigious honor conferred to surgeons who meet a strict selection criteria. The letters “FACS” after a surgeon’s name indicates
EP 110 | Part 1 | Dr. Tony Weaver, D.O., FACS
Dr. Weaver is a native of South Alabama. He completed his undergraduate studies at the University of Mobile & the University of North Alabama. For 8 years he proudly served in the United States Coast Guard Reserve.
Dr. Weaver received his medical degree from Nova Southeastern University in Fort Lauderdale Florida graduating with honors. He then completed his general surgery training at th
EP 109 | Dan Rasmussen & Leah | K-9 Search and Rescue
Dan Rasmussen and his German Shepherd, Leah, are part of the SARTEC K-9 group serving North Alabama. Their teams are available 24 hours a day to respond to a request from local, state and federal law enforcement agencies to handle search a rescuer for overdue hiker in a wilderness area, missing child or run away, a missing Alzheimer's or Dementia patient, a drowning victim in a lake, to locate
EP 108 | Kelley Birney | Southern Fried Film Festival
Kelley Birney is the Co-Founder of the Southern Fried Film Festival, currently in its 6th year of running in Huntsville. Kelley spent 27 years of her career as a professional actor in movies, tv, and commercials and has now joined forces with long time friend and Producer, Trevite Willis, to bring a film festival to North Alabama. Kelley shares insights into how they select films, the inclusion of
EP 107 | Tony "Maddog" Maggert | Chef, Entrepreneur, Veteran
Chef Tony "Maddog" Maggert staked his claim to fame by changing the flat
tire of Former Secretary of State General Colin Powell. Tony is an
Amputee who lost his leg in Afghanistan. His good Samaritan story went
viral and Tony appeared on every news outlet around the world to share
his experience. After retiring from the Military, Maddog pursued his
passion of completing culinary
EP 106 | John Kvach & Anna Clem | Singing River Trail Bosses
John Kvach, Executive Director, and Anna Clem, Associate Director, of the Singing River Trail, joined the program to talk about the progress of SRT, which will provide 250 miles of connected trail across North Alabama. We revisit the origins of the trail, discuss progress, funding challenges & successes, the charm of small town living, and the state-wide initiative called Sweet Trails, which w
EP 105 | Mike Wright | VP/General Manager, WAAY-31 TV
Mike Wright is VP/General Manager of ABC Affiliate WAAY-31 TV in Huntsville, Alabama. Wright previously served 15-years as VP/GM of CBS Affiliates KBTX (Bryan-College Station), adding KWTX (Waco-Temple-Killeen) to his duties in 2014. He spent 27-years with KBTX starting as an on-air co-anchor KBTX Morning News. For many years, Wright served as radio play–by–play for Texas A&M Women’s Basketb
EP 104 | Joel Lamp | Convention Sales Manager - Sports | Huntsville/Madison County CVB
Joel Lamp is a Senior executive in sports management with more than 20
years of experience in fund raising, sponsorship, marketing,
communications, alumni engagement and community building. Proven team
leader with ability to increase revenue and build brands within college
and professional sports, as well as the public and private sectors.
To learn more about Joel and the Huntsville/Madison C
EP 103 | Jack Collison | Head Coach, Huntsville City FC
Jack Collison is the head coach of the Huntsville City Football Club (HCFC), the MLS Next Pro affiliate to the MLS Nashville FC. HCFC is about to enter into its second season of competition after a 9-7-12 record in their inaugural campaign. Coach Collison is a former Premier League Player, in which a knee injury cut his career short. In this episode we talk about Coach Collison's adjustment t
EP 102 | Ret. LTG L. Neil Thurgood, DBA | Special Advisor to UAH for Military Affairs and Technology
Retired Lieutenant General L. Neil Thurgood is the special advisor to the UAH president for military affairs and technology. Prior to his appointment at UAH, he served as the director for hypersonics, directed energy, space, and rapid acquisition in the Office of the Assistant Secretary of the Army (acquisition, logistics, and technology) at Redstone Arsenal, Alabama.
In this role, LTG Thurgood wa
EP 101 | Part 2 | James Simmons & Amy Simmons, Author "15 Tango"
aAt some point you have seen a movie scene with a crewmember in the back of a helicopter with a personality that could not exactly be defined, yet in an instant cameo appearance, it left an overwhelming impression upon you. There is something about the ones that sit in the back entrusting the two pilots up front with their lives no matter the weather, the mission, night or day. The seasoned flight
EP 101 | Part 1 | James Simmons & Amy Simmons, Author "15 Tango"
At some point you have seen a movie scene with a crewmember in the back of a helicopter with a personality that could not exactly be defined, yet in an instant cameo appearance, it left an overwhelming impression upon you. There is something about the ones that sit in the back entrusting the two pilots up front with their lives no matter the weather, the mission, night or day. The seasoned flight
EP 100 | Joe Carlucci | Valentina's Pizzeria & Wine Bar
One of the most popular guests on the podcast has been Joe Carlucci, owner of Valentina's Pizzeria & Wine Bar. Joe made his first appearance back in 2022 on episode 22 and made an instant impact with the audience. He came back for two more episodes to have Joe update Troy on the progress of his new store and to detail his winning "Pizza Maker of the Year" in Las Vegas. It seems o
EP 99 | Village of Promise | Dana Gillis, CEO, & Danielle Hart, Director of Development & Marketing
Village of Promise (VoP) is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization based in Huntsville, AL. Their mission is to break the cycle of generational poverty, one family at a time, and by narrowly focusing on one community at a time. Modeled after the Harlem Childen's Zone, Dana Gillis, CEO, and Danielle Hart, Director of Development & Marketing, discuss the history of the Huntsville chapter and all
EP 98 | Josie & Te'Yanna Evans | CW5 Julian Evans III Scholarship Foundation
Chief Warrant Officer 5, Julian Evans III, died tragically this past July at the prime of his life. You will hear of his amazing story as told by his wife, Josie Evans, and daughter, Te'Yanna Evans. Josie also walks us through her painful circumstance in which she endured 52 surgeries. Shortly after his death, Josie started the CW5 Julian A. Evans III Scholarship Foundation to honor Julian'
EP 97 | Carl Holden | AI Business Strategist
Carl is the Creative Director of Zellus Marketing, an online marketing
company that currently shows up #1 in Google for "Huntsville Marketing.”
They specialize in web design, social media management, email
marketing, search optimization, blogging, graphic design, marketing
automation and strategy development. Zellus services a large range of
clients from lawyers to a gas department to re
EP 96 | Ann Kepner | Sleep in Heavenly Peace
Ann Kepner is a member of the Core Team for the Huntsville, AL chapter of Sleep in Heavenly Peace - a non-profit that fully believes that a bed is a basic need for the proper physical, emotional, and mental support that a child needs. When it was brought to their attention that the need for beds went far beyond their own neighborhoods, they stepped up and took initiative. SHP is a national organiz
EP 95 | Part 2 | Jared Mitchem, Regional VP, Tennessee Valley Authority - South Region
Jared Mitchem serves as Regional Vice President for TVA’s South Region. In this role he is responsible for leading a dynamic team of professionals to create value for TVA stakeholders in north Alabama. The South Region team works hard to solve problems, find opportunities for mutual success, and strengthen partnerships with customers, government officials, and community leaders.
Jared most recen
EP 95 | Part 1 | Jared Mitchem, Regional VP, Tennessee Valley Authority - South Region
Jared Mitchem serves as Regional Vice President for TVA’s South Region. In this role he is responsible for leading a dynamic team of professionals to create value for TVA stakeholders in north Alabama. The South Region team works hard to solve problems, find opportunities for mutual success, and strengthen partnerships with customers, government officials, and community leaders. Jared most recentl
EP 94 | Ben Sanders | Author, "Order Without Law: The Wilbur Fisk Sanders Story”
Wilbur Fisk Sanders, Montana’s first U.S. Senator: Vigilante, hero or villain?
Benjamin Sanders is a direct descendant of Wilbur Fisk Sanders and has committed decades to the study and assembly of the most comprehensive collection of accurate information on his famous relative. A published artist, historian and data analyst, his writing brings a unique new perspective to Montana history.Now avail
EP 93 | Lisa DeFalco | Founder, TPG Inc.
"This call may be monitored for quality assurance purposes". That famous tag line is the brainchild of Lisa DeFalco, Founder & CEO of TPG Inc. We go into great depth in discussing ANNA, the AI Innovation created by TPG, and all of her capabilities. You will learn about the great advances of the company in the past year, the Fortune 100 clients they serve, examples of complex problems
EP 92 | Part 2 | Property Moms Podcast: Chelsea McKinney & Alisa MacQuinn
Welcome to Property Moms Podcast , where the juggle is real! Chelsea
McKinney and Alisa MacQuinn share real life as wives, moms, realtors,
and business owners in Huntsville, AL. They met in high school and
reconnected in their early adult years and work together professionally
in the real estate business. Chelsea also owns a Roofing company with
her husband. You will enjoy this two-part episo
EP 92 | Part 1 | Property Moms Podcast: Chelsea McKinney & Alisa MacQuinn
Welcome to Property Moms Podcast , where the juggle is real! Chelsea
McKinney and Alisa MacQuinn share real life as wives, moms, realtors,
and business owners in Huntsville, AL. They met in high school and
reconnected in their early adult years and work together professionally
in the real estate business. Chelsea also owns a Roofing company with
her husband. You will enjoy this two-part episo
EP 91 | Part 2 | Brent Yonk, FBI Assistant Section Chief, Counterterrorism Division
Brent Yonk is an Assistant Section Chief for the FBI Counterterrorism
Division’s Technology and Data Innovation Section. In this role, he
oversees a large technical and analytical workforce and a contract
portfolio of over $120M with the responsibility for the development of
novel technology solutions supporting international and domestic
terrorism investigations and other critical incidents
EP 91 | Part 1 | Brent Yonk, FBI Assistant Section Chief, Counterterrorism Division
Brent Yonk is an Assistant Section Chief for the FBI Counterterrorism
Division’s Technology and Data Innovation Section. In this role, he
oversees a large technical and analytical workforce and a contract
portfolio of over $120M with the responsibility for the development of
novel technology solutions supporting international and domestic
terrorism investigations and other critical incidents
EP 90 | Part 2 | Brian Robinson, Success Coach & Business Coach
Brian Robinson helps men who aspire for something greater in life and business to see a clearer future and take focused actions. Brian works to help men understand that they can achieve anything they want in both personal and professional spheres and, unlike others, he does it through a unique development of unrelenting purpose and indestructible confidence.
For more information on Brian Robinso
EP 90 | Part 1 | Brian Robinson, Success Coach & Business Coach
Brian Robinson helps men who aspire for something greater in life and business to see a clearer future and take focused actions. Brian works to help men understand that they can achieve anything they want in both personal and professional spheres and, unlike others, he does it through a unique development of unrelenting purpose and indestructible confidence.
For more information on Brian Robinso
EP 89 | Part 2 | Cathy Reisenwitz, Founder, Housing for Huntsvillians
Interview with Cathy Reisenwitz who is the Co-Host of the Podcast "Housing for Huntsvillians" a project sponsored by Huntsville New Liberals, which Cathy founded in 2023. Over the past decade, Huntsville housing costs have soared in large part because its population has grown a lot faster than our housing stock. Cathy and her co-host, Rob Clark, are advocating that adding dense, abundant
EP 89 | Part 1 | Cathy Reisenwitz, Founder, Housing for Huntsvillians
Interview with Cathy Reisenwitz who is the Co-Host of the Podcast "Housing for Huntsvillians" a project sponsored by Huntsville New Liberals, which Cathy founded in 2023. Over the past decade, Huntsville housing costs have soared in large part because its population has grown a lot faster than our housing stock. Cathy and her co-host, Rob Clark, are advocating that adding dense, abundant
EP 88 | Guy Hardman | Founder, Rocket City Refugees
Guy Hardman is the Co-Founder of Rocket City Refugees. The summer of 2021 saw horrible events unfold in Afghanistan. After months of food shortages and internal government turmoil, Taliban forces marched back into Kabul to once again establish their tyrannical reign over the populace. Having built strong bonds of friendship and brotherhood with Afghan counterparts, our core leadership immediately
EP 87 | Part 1 | Lindsey Knupp, EVP, Rocket City Trash Pandas
Lindsey Knupp is the Executive Vice President of the Rocket City Trash Pandas. Lindsey takes us on the journey of spending much of her career with the Lehigh Valley Iron Pigs, the AAA affiliate to the Philadelphia Phillies, working at a Zoo, and then joining the Trash Pandas organization. Lindsey is an accomplished athlete herself being inducted into her High School and University Hall of Fame. En
EP 87 | Part 2 | Lindsey Knupp, EVP, Rocket City Trash Pandas
Lindsey Knupp is the Executive Vice President of the Rocket City Trash Pandas. Lindsey takes us on the journey of spending much of her career with the Lehigh Valley Iron Pigs, the AAA affiliate to the Philadelphia Phillies, working at a Zoo, and then joining the Trash Pandas organization. Lindsey is an accomplished athlete herself being inducted into her High School and University Hall of Fame. En
EP 86 | Part 1 | Mary Elizabeth Marr, CEO, Thrive Alabama
Mary Elizabeth Marr is the CEO of Thrive Alabama. Formerly known as the AIDS Action Coalition, Thrive aims to be the premier provider of inclusive, high quality, affordable healthcare in North Alabama. Mary has been involved with Thrive for 26 years and has certainly found her calling in life - by helping others and wanting to make a difference. She has advocated at the White House, lobbied Senato
EP 86 | Part 2 | Mary Elizabeth Marr, CEO, Thrive Alabama
Mary Elizabeth Marr is the CEO of Thrive Alabama. Formerly known as the AIDS Action Coalition, Thrive aims to be the premier provider of inclusive, high quality, affordable healthcare in North Alabama. Mary has been involved with Thrive for 26 years and has certainly found her calling in life - by helping others and wanting to make a difference. She has advocated at the White House, lobbied Senato
EP 85 | Part 2 | Mish Mash Men, Dustin LaBar & Adam Mouser
Dusty LaBar and Adam Mouser are the hosts of the podcast Mish Mash Men. The two met while working out at the Cross Fit Invigorate gym in Huntsville, AL, where Dusty also works as an instructor on as needed basis. Dusty also co-hosts the Reaching for the Bars Podcast, with (3) of his friends, on which Adam has made many guest appearances. We talked about the creation of the podcast, facial hair an
EP 85 | Part 1 | Mish Mash Men, Dustin LaBar & Adam Mouser
Dusty LaBar and Adam Mouser are the hosts of the podcast Mish Mash Men. The two met while working out at the Cross Fit Invigorate gym in Huntsville, AL, where Dusty also works as an instructor on as needed basis. Dusty also co-hosts the Reaching for the Bars Podcast, with (3) of his friends, on which Adam has made many guest appearances. We talked about the creation of the podcast, facial hair and
EP 84 | Mayor Tommy Battle | Mayor, Huntsville, AL
Mayor Tommy Battle is a native of Birmingham, AL and moved to Huntsville at the Age of 24 to assume ownership of a restaurant. He also worked in real estate, food and beverage, and served on the City Council before being elected Mayor in 2008. We talked about the new Soccer team, the renovation of Joe Davis Stadium, the Music Audit, hidden gems for Food, what makes Huntsville the Best City, and so
EP 83 | Tory | Radio Personality, 104.3 WZYP
Tory is a member of the ZYP Radio Family, and is on the air Monday-Friday from 10a-3p. She does the ZYP Throwback Lunch every weekday at 12 noon!
Tory is a Pittsburgh, PA native with a deep love for the Pittsburgh Steelers! She enjoys spending time with friends and family, traveling, the beach, movies, Barre and Pliates. Tory is a cupcake connoisseur, loves live music, red wine, and she falls in l
EP 82 | Rosalie Holcombe | Madison Arts Alliance, Board President
Rosalie Holcombe is an Artist who has allowed her talents to expand into her work as a Real Estate Professional, as well as the non-profit work she does for the Madison Arts Alliance. As the President of the Board Rosalie and I discuss the MAA's successes, challenges, upcoming events, and a very interesting topic on the business of murals and graffiti. The City is doing many things in which A
EP 81 | Part 2 | Huntsville Magazine - Takara Swoopes & CJ Byrd
The Power Couple -- Takara Swoopes & CJ Byrd -- have taken the city by storm in their first year of producing the Huntsville Magazine. They have an amazing journey having met in Japan, growing and selling their own businesses in Hawaii before deciding to come back to Takara's native Alabama. They have enjoyed great feedback on their magazine and were recently recognized with (6) awards fro
EP 81 | Part 1 | | Huntsville Magazine - Takara Swoopes & CJ Byrd, Co-Founders
The Power Couple -- Takara Swoopes & CJ Byrd -- have taken the city by storm in their first year of producing the Huntsville Magazine. They have an amazing journey having met in Japan, growing and selling their own businesses in Hawaii before deciding to come back to Takara's native Alabama. They have enjoyed great feedback on their magazine and were recently recognized with (6) awards fro
EP 80 | Part 2 | Ranae Bartlett, President, Madison City Chess League & Chair, Madison City Council
Ranae Bartlett has done some amazing work in her time as a resident of Madison City. In addition to serving on the School Board and presently as the Chair of the City Council, Ranae started the Madison Chess league back in 2013. The league just celebrated its 10th anniversary and has grown each year since inception. There are many exciting tournaments that Madison City will be hosting. Getting gir
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