79: Children of the Shenandoah Series Part 1: Descendants of Families Removed in the 1930s for the Shenandoah National Park {Ep 79}
Listen to a heartwarming chat with touching moments and laughs with Lisa Custalow, a descendant of a family removed the mountain and Joe Appleton, co-producer of “Can’t Feel at Home” an original play by Dr. John T. Glick based on these displaced families.  Hear the story of Lisa’s family and what inspired her to found the Children of the Shenandoah twenty-five years ago with her late husband, C...
50m Sep 14, 2022
50m
78: Trading Places! Q101's Brandy Interviews Dawn Davis Womack, This Podcast's Host {Ep 78}
We flipped the script! Listen to a fun, entertaining and inspirational chat with laughs on how ‘it’s never too late’ where Brandy, musician and radio DJ interviews Dawn, comedian, producer and podcaster. Listen to a heartbreaking story of her early loss that changed the trajectory of her original life goals. Find out how mentoring a JMU student inspired her to chase her dreams again later in li...
1hr Sep 07, 2022
1hr
77: Laura Thompson: Inspirational Professional Artist & Creative Consultant For Businesses {Ep 77}
Listen to a delightful, inspirational and informative chat with laughs on being an artist and a creative from this James Madison University alum from Rochester, NY. Find out the interesting reason she chose JMU and how a federal work-study program sowed the seeds to a 20-year career as a professional artist! Discover what art class she found most challenging and why. Listen to stories of her va...
1hr Aug 31, 2022
1hr
76: Magpie Diner & The Perch In Beloved 1950s Tire Service Station with Kirsten Moore! {Ep 76}
Listen to an engaging, playful and frank chat with laughs on all things good food and good neighbors at Magpie with owner and entrepreneur Kirsten Moore! Listen to the story of this full service breakfast, lunch and brunch restaurant that serves up scrumptious food daily, delicious seasonal dishes and menus that stay fresh, flavorful and creative. Hear about the sub rosa supper club that existe...
1hr 9m Aug 24, 2022
1hr 9m
75: BrydgeWorks Glass, Stained Glass Studio, Classes, Gifts & More with Rebecca Brydge! {Ep 75}
Listen to a delightful and informative chat with laughs on all things BrydgeWorks Glass with owner and designer, Rebecca Brydge. Now celebrating 8 years of offering classes, supplies, memberships, commissions and a beautiful shop full of their handmade gifts! Listen to her story that birthed her passion and find out why this Indiana native opened her business here in Harrisonburg. Hear how the ...
54m Aug 17, 2022
54m
74: Jay Zehr: The Valley's Original Off the Beaten Path Comic {Ep 74}
Listen to an interesting, humorous and engaging chat with Jay Zehr! Based out of Harrisonburg this one of a kind original versatile comedic talent has been acting, writing and directing plays since 1985! He’s also won four awards for Best Film in the Super Gr8 Film Festival. Most recently, a song he wrote was selected for the Office Ladies podcast with Jenna Fischer and Angela Kinsey from the h...
57m Aug 10, 2022
57m
73: Schewitz Whichard: Self-Described Mature/Blue Comedian Who Also Works Clean PG13 {Ep 73}
Listen to another fun, highly entertaining, engaging chat with laughs! It’s Schewitz Whichard, a nationally touring comedian not short of stories to tell. Listen to how he got his start in comedy in 1996 that was a ‘surprise’ to him.  Hear some entertaining stories behind a shared connection in comedy between Dawn and Schewitz leading to lifelong friendship. Discover the childhood experiences t...
57m Aug 03, 2022
57m
72: Dante Carter: HBO Def Comedy Jam, BET’s Comic View & Has Toured Overseas! {Ep 72}
Listen to another fun and entertaining chat with laughs! It’s Dante Carter, a comedian with 20 years experience performing worldwide. Listen to his story and how he got his start in comedy. Find out his top comic influences that have inspired his career. Hear about his experiences being on HBO Def Comedy Jam and BET’s Comic View. Listen to the story of ‘the night that made him’ in the largest c...
42m Jul 27, 2022
42m
71: David Berry: Classical Pianist, EMU Music Professor & Shenandoah Valley Bach Festival {Ep 71}
Listen to an engaging playful chat with David Berry, a highly talented classical musician and impressive avid improviser with numerous accomplishments including a recent performance in a historic house debut at Carnegie Hall! Hear an entertaining family story on how and when he was first introduced to the piano. Learn about his audition process for Juilliard, a private performing arts conservat...
40m Jul 20, 2022
40m
70: What’s X2 Comedy? FAQs: Husband & Wife Comic Duo Dawn & Chris Womack {Ep 70}
Listen to a candid chat with laughs and chemistry with your podcast host, Dawn Davis Womack and special guest, Chris Womack, a JMU Professor, answering FAQs about X2 Comedy. Find out about the connection between this podcast and X2 that was inspired from their personal experiences of living in the Valley. Hear the story of X2 and get answers to some of the most FAQs including ‘Why clean comedy ...
55m Jul 12, 2022
55m
69: Mulligan’s Golf Center: Play & Learn on the NEW Double Decker & More! {Ep 69}
Listen to a playful, informative chat with laughs with Wendy Kern, LPGA Professional and Co-Owner of Mulligan’s, Shenandoah’s Premier Golf Facility! Listen to her story and hear about the new double decker driving range with Trackman Range that has games, courses and interactive experiences that are fun and help improve your skills. Never been? Listen to a description that paints a clear pictur...
48m Jul 06, 2022
48m
68: The Wishing Well: A Travel, Event Planning & Florist Boutique {Ep 68}
Listen to a fun, delightful and informative chat with laughs on all things The Wishing Well with Terrie Dean! Listen to her story and find out about the life changes that inspired her to open this boutique.  Discover how they serve all budgets and customize travel for you. Hear about the most touching and memorable events they have planned to date. Learn about the increasing trend of Celebratio...
40m Jun 29, 2022
40m
67: Arts Council of the Valley: Arts You Can See, Do & Explore with Executive Director, Jenny Burden! {Ep 67}
Listen to a super fun upbeat chat with laughs on all things Arts Council of the Valley with Executive Director, Jenny Burden! Listen to Jenny’s story and find out when she first discovered her passion for the arts. Learn about the community initiatives available to local artists and art educators. Discover all you can see, explore and experience! Find out more about the art exhibitions in their...
31m Jun 22, 2022
31m
66: Cave Comedy Shows with Lachlan Patterson: Last Comic Standing, FOX’s Punchline, Tosh.0 {Ep 66}
Listen to a fun laidback engaging chat with laughs filled with entertaining short stories including the one that inspired Lachlan headlining in the Cave Comedy Shows in Harrisonburg! Known for his sarcastic and observational humor, hear about Lachlan’s whirlwind start in comedy at 19 years old and when his obsession to do it for a living began after a 3-year hiatus. Listen to the story of Chaka...
47m Jun 15, 2022
47m
65: The Wayne Theatre in Waynesboro! Executive Director Tracy Straight {Ep 65}
Listen to a lovely passionate chat about the arts with Tracy Straight and learn about all things The Wayne! Originally a Vaudeville House in 1926, hear the restoration story that was several years in the making fueled by volunteers as a gift back to the community. Find out what original elements were kept from the 1926 Vaudeville House. Learn what’s unique about the four spaces available to you...
51m Jun 08, 2022
51m
64: Comedian Miss Gayle: ‘The Black Redneck Woman’ with 30 years in the biz! {Ep 64}
Listen to a highly entertaining chat with Miss Gayle rich with stories and laughs! Find out how Miss Gayle got billed in comedy as ‘The Black Redneck Woman’ and hear the story of how she got her start over a bet at a backyard BBQ. Find out how she was discovered at her first comedy open mic to go on performing professionally for all branches of the military doing several overseas tours. Listen ...
49m Jun 01, 2022
49m
63: Hamilton Voice Studio: Singing Lessons with Sarah Hamilton {Ep 63}
Listen to a friendly, playful and inspirational chat with Sarah Hamilton who teaches voice lessons from kids to adults with a philosophy “There is no such thing as a person who can not sing. If you can speak, you can sing.” Hear her story including the “big moment” when she stepped into herself as a singer. Learn what a typical day is like for a voice student in college and how the intensity in...
51m May 25, 2022
51m
62: Mountain View Farm in Mt. Solon: Wedding & Intimate Gatherings Venue {Ep 62}
Listen to a fun-loving chat with laughs with Tracy and Deb Shaver on signature weddings and stylish events you can create with personalized touch of rustic elegance at Mountain View Farm in Mount Solon! Hear the story of how these upstate New Yorkers made their way to the Shenandoah Valley now sharing their breathtaking panoramic views of the Allegheny Mountains and stunning sunsets on the farm...
31m May 18, 2022
31m
61: LuLubunny Home: Vintage Finds, Reclaimed Decor & Treasures Boutique with Deb Shaver {Ep 61}
Listen to a delightful chat with laughs on all things vintage finds with the incredibly talented and creative Deb Shaver, owner and operator of LuLubunny Home. A transplant from New York to the Valley, listen to the story that brought her and her family to Virginia. Discover when and how she found her passion for vintage and antique items. Get her insights on how items can be repurposed for mod...
33m May 11, 2022
33m
60: For Kids! Explore More Discovery Museum: Kelly Snow {Ep 60}
Listen to a friendly playful chat with laughs on all things Explore More with Kelly Snow, a “career fundraiser” who is passionate about children’s causes and the ‘power of play’! Hear her story and find out more about the team behind all the creative programs and classes offered. Learn about Maker City and hear stories about some of what the kids have made it so far. Learn about the fun mission...
42m May 04, 2022
42m
59: OPHIE! Distinctive & Eclectic R&B Artist {Ep 59}
Listen to a delightful, easygoing, authentic chat with Mike Op’t Hof aka OPHIE described as ‘late to the music scene, but well worth the wait with a distinctive style that connects with his audiences’. Hear his story and the inspiration for creating Late Bloomer a mix tape album that lead to opening for a major act! Discover how he communicates through his music and hear his philosophy on music...
44m Apr 27, 2022
44m
58: Top 50 In The World: Golden Tee Golf Gamer Steve Puff {Ep 58}
Listen to a fun and informative chat on all things Golden Tee Golf with Steven Puff, a Top 50 in the world gamer from the Valley! Hear his story on he got into playing this golf arcade game that has become a part of bar room pop culture since 1989. Find out about the close-knit community that has a lot of FUN meeting up for tournaments and online. Discover what the tournament atmosphere is like...
44m Apr 20, 2022
44m
57: Spencer Hatcher: Country Music & Bluegrass Artist {Ep 57}
Listen to this easygoing, fun and inspiring chat with Spencer Hatcher, deemed the greatest country music artist & band coming out of Broadway, Virginia! Hear his stories that landed a Mountain Dew Commercial and inspired the name of his band, Spencer Hatcher & The Ol’ Son Gang. A graduate of East Tennessee State University, find out how a record deal in Nashville and the pandemic altered the co...
1hr 1m Apr 13, 2022
1hr 1m
56: withSimplicity: A Clean Beauty Boutique with Cosmetics, Skincare & More! {Ep 56}
Listen to this uplifting chat with the charming and funny Irina Dovganetskiy, Owner & CEO of withSimplicity, featuring beautiful clean beauty with products safe for you! Listen to her story of relocating to the US from Russia at 12 years old and how this experience inspired her interest in cosmetics. Hear the love story with a “hometown boy” that brought her to Harrisonburg. Find out how she le...
38m Apr 06, 2022
38m
55: Harmony Harvest Farm: Fresh Farm Flowers Shipped to Your Door & More! {Ep 55}
Listen to this delightful entertaining chat with sisters, Jessica and Stephanie, from Harmony Harvest Farm to hear the story of this multigenerational farm with over 200 types of flowers! Listen to the touching fun stories about building beautiful personal connections with their customers and how they hard as they work on the farm. Find out how they deal with the challenges of their business an...
1hr 24m Mar 30, 2022
1hr 24m
54: Once a Runway Model Now a Comedian/Actor: Clean Ryheem {Ep 54}
Listen to a jovial chat loaded with laughs with comedian and actor, Clean Ryheem! From ripping the runway at New York Fashion Week to GEICO commercials, listen to his story that began by being raised by his grandparents. Discover why he quit his job as an Accountant to pursue a career in entertainment. Hear stories about how he got into modeling and what his experiences were like. Listen to his...
54m Mar 23, 2022
54m
53: 47 Years On Trains! Retired Railroad Conductor Kevin Kinsey {Ep 53}
Listen to a friendly interesting chat about trains and life on the railroad with Kevin Kinsey, a retired Railroad Conductor who ran the route from Strasburg to Harrisonburg, now abandoned! Learn more about what training is involved and the typical career path is in this field. Listen to  the biggest changes he’s seen over his 47 years on trains. Find out what happened to the cabooses and why. L...
30m Mar 16, 2022
30m
52: The Lady Jane Shop: Home Goods & Handmade Gifts by Independent Artists {Ep 52}
Enjoy a delightfully friendly fun conversation with Sara Cristensen from The Lady Jane Shop. This charming downtown boutique shop is filled with unique items where you can enjoy warm conversation and laughter! Hear the story of the inspiration behind the shop’s name and the atmosphere she wanted to create from this ‘nerdy’ book lover. Listen to what some of her favorite works are by her favorit...
50m Mar 09, 2022
50m
51: Veteran & Suicide Survivor Travis Coyle: Living Waters Freedom Initiative {Ep 51}
Listen to a warm friendly conversation with this veteran who possesses a great sense of humor with impactful insights and a message of hope. Listen to the incredible story of his suicide attempt and what helped him change his perspective to find hope, happiness and love after.  Learn more about his final mission to make a difference for vets & their families with their peer-to-peer groups at Li...
1hr 7m Mar 02, 2022
1hr 7m
50: Melrose Civil War Caverns: Underground History of the Civil War {Ep 50}
Enjoy this friendly fascinating chat with laughs on the rich history of Melrose Caverns dating back to 1748 with Dick Yancey and Jack Yancey! Listen to the story of why the caverns have been closed since 1968 and what prompted its reopening. Learn about historic tax credits and how they used them for the caverns.  Hear the story of working with their local electricians to put in new lighting an...
28m Feb 23, 2022
28m
49: A Sustainable Lifestyle Shop! Great. Full Goods at Agora Market {Ep 49}
Enjoy this delightful chat with laughs and learn so much on all things sustainable with Melissa from Great. Full Goods at Agora Market! Learn what a sustainable lifestyle shop is and the wide array of refills and sustainable goods they have in this colorful conscious shop. Get several ideas on what you can swap out for single use plastics that are easy to do and might surprise you. Hear a fun s...
41m Feb 16, 2022
41m
48: Tassie Pippert: Un-Wine’d & Pair Recipes with Wines in the Valley & Beyond! {Ep 48}
Enjoy this fun chat with laughs on all things Un-Wine’d, an Emmy Award winning cooking show on VPM PBS that brings in Virginia wines from the Shenandoah Valley and beyond with Tassie Pippert! Get scrumptious recipes and wine pairing ideas from this delightful person, Chef and Wine Specialist. Hear her story and find out who calls her “the next Gordon Ramsey of Virginia” in the wine industry.  D...
59m Feb 09, 2022
59m
47: JR Snow: Youth Fine Arts & The Court Square Café! {Ep 47}
Listen to this fun and inspiring chat with laughs sprinkled with wisdom nuggets on all things youth fine arts with JR Snow, Director of Any Given Child Shenandoah Valley and the Visual and Performing Arts Coordinator of Harrisonburg City Schools. Learn about the Court Square Café, a monthly evening showcase of performance and multi-media art created and shared by talented youth. Get a behind th...
37m Feb 02, 2022
37m
46: Massanutten Resort "The Nutt": Explore, Stay, Play, Relax, Dine & More! {Ep 46}
Listen to another upbeat and informative chat with Matt Ream and Morgan Mowbray on all things Massanutten Resort aka “The Nutt”, the Mid-Atlantic’s premier four-season resort that includes an indoor/outdoor waterpark! Celebrating their 50th anniversary find out what fun stuff, events and discounts they have for you this year. Learn about the ongoing entertainment at Live at the Lodge. Discover ...
29m Feb 02, 2022
29m
45: The Escape Rooms & VR at Massanutten Resort {Ep 45}
Join us for an upbeat and informative chat about the adventures and fun your crew can have at Massanutten Resort with staff members, Matt Ream and Morgan Mowbray. Hear about the very first Escape Room they had and learn more about the three they have now. Get a more detailed description of each one and find out which ones are more technology based. Listen to the #1 piece of advice they have for...
29m Jan 26, 2022
29m
44: Laugher Spotlight! JMU & Second City Student Diana Witt {Ep 44}
Join us for a fun upbeat chat and lots of laughs with Diana Witt, a JMU student who recently completed the fall semester studying comedy at The Second City in Chicago! An actress, storyteller, social media specialist and nationally recognized writer, hear what originally sparked Diana’s passion to write and perform comedy. Discover why she picked James Madison University. Listen to her experien...
39m Jan 19, 2022
39m
43: The Laugh Therapist: Comedian & War Vet Openly Talks About His PTSD {Ep 43}
Join us for lots of laughs and a heartwarming authentic chat with The Laugh Therapist, Vernard Hines. Hear his story about the healing power of comedy battling his PTSD and how it saved his life. Listen to the realities and challenges his faces in life and how he adapts. Hear how he describes his comedy; what the audience can expect and how he channels the energy from his PTSD into his performa...
58m Jan 12, 2022
58m
42: Leaving Legacy with Joanne Gabbin: English Professor & Furious Flower Poetry Center {Ep 42}
Listen to an awe inspiring and uplifting chat with Joanne Gabbin, the first black professor in the English Department at JMU with a building on campus recently named after her. Hear her rich stories that lead her to establish the nation’s first academic center for Black poetry and the changes she’s seen in her 36 years at James Madison University. Listen to the degree options available to her i...
58m Jan 05, 2022
58m
41: KEYS to Reset: Mindset & Empowerment Coach Letitia Bates {Ep 41}
Happy New Year Laughers! Anytime of year is a good time to reset your mindset so for you we have this upbeat inspirational episode filled with wisdom nuggets with Letitia Bates. Hear her story of how unhealed trauma lead her to becoming a Mindset & Empowerment Coach. Discover how she helps people transform to share their gifts, talents and abilities to achieve a higher level. Learn what the dif...
43m Dec 29, 2021
43m
40: Rocktown Yarn at Agora Market: Gift Ideas, Classes & Much More! {Ep 40}
Join us for a fun inspirational time filled with laughs chatting it up with Amy Strunk from Rocktown Yarn where they are building an inclusive community and where you can shop local for yourself, for gifts and more!  Hear the story of how this cancer survivor found her way back to Harrisonburg and reconnected to her passion for the fiber arts.  Find out about the biggest challenged she faced op...
53m Dec 22, 2021
53m
39: Christmas In The Valley: Magical Drive Through Light Show {Ep 39}
Join us for an upbeat fun chat to hear the story of Christmas In The Valley where you can enjoy a magical drive through light show at the Shenandoah County Fairgrounds. Learn what happens behind the scenes to create this 1.5 mile trail with over 40 Holiday scenes and light display where you can also tune into a radio station and watch the lights dance to the music! Find out how the buying proce...
31m Dec 22, 2021
31m
38: Brix & Columns Vineyards: Wine, Weddings, New Year’s & More! {Ep 38}
Join us for an upbeat casual chat on the history and current happenings at Brix & Columns with Stephanie Pence.  With Jeffersonian structures and spectacular panoramic views of the Blue Ridge Mountains, you can sip wine, enjoy events or book your dream wedding here! Hear the stories of their rich agriculture background that lead to the opening of this venue. Learn the inspiration behind the Jef...
52m Dec 15, 2021
52m
37: Introvert Comedy with Paul Snyder {Ep 37}
Join us for laughs and an easygoing entertaining chat with die-hard introvert and comedian, Paul Synder. Listen to how he got his start doing comedy.  Find out how he addresses his low-energy after following high-energy comics during shows. Hear what his friends, family and co-workers reactions are to him doing stand up. Discover what he does for a day job that takes him traveling quite a bit t...
36m Dec 08, 2021
36m
36: Healthy Holiday Entertaining Tips From Recipe Idea Shop: Lois & Don Crawford {Ep 36}
Join us for delightfully fun chat to grab several amazing healthy holiday entertaining cooking tips and recipes from Lois and Don Crawford at The Recipe Idea Shop. It’s comfort food recipes with a healthy twist. Hear how Lois’ heart attack lead her on a journey of eating healthier and losing 40 pounds without going on a diet. Hear Don’s family stories of the cooks in his family that made food f...
59m Dec 01, 2021
59m
35: Special Elf Games Edition with JMU’s New & Improv.’d! {Ep 35}
Join us for a very fun and entertaining episode with Elf themed holiday improv and a chat with 9 students from JMU’s New & Improv.’d! Get to know them a little bit before the Elf games. Find out what character they would be in a Christmas movie and why. Discover how auditions work and traditions they have for new members. Hear how the transition went from the virtual shows last year with Covid ...
42m Dec 01, 2021
42m
34: Santa Claus Is Coming To Town! Interview with Mr & Mrs Claus {Ep 34}
Join us for a super fun uplifting chat on all things North Pole with Mr. and Mrs. Claus! Find out why they chose the Shenandoah Valley as their second home. Learn what kind of cookie is Santa’s favorite and what he does when he comes across a home without a chimney. Find out what Mrs. Claus is up to when Santa is out of town. Learn how sleigh technology has changed over time; what happens when ...
34m Nov 24, 2021
34m
33: PrePOPsterous Gourmet Popcorn & Sodas: Online, In Store and Pop Ups! {Ep 33}
Join us for a casual and inspiring chat with laughs. Listen to the story of PrePOPsterous Gourmet Popcorn & Sodas, a Virginia Living Made in Virginia Award Winner with Tisha McCoy-Ntiamoah. From living in the Midwest to JMU, hear how this Mom-preneur transitioned to doing her business full-time from a dream deferred and the lessons learned. Find out what’s in the North River Marketplace you can...
44m Nov 17, 2021
44m
32: Andrew Wilson: From ACC Player to JMU Men’s Basketball Coach {Ep 32}
Join us for a super fun sporty chat! Hear the story of how this ACC player birthed his coaching career from the adversity of two medical redshirts back to back in college. Find out how these trials and tribulations of season ending injuries have shaped his different perspective as a coach. Discover his answer to the question “What do you do all day?” Be entertained by the story of the best venu...
48m Nov 10, 2021
48m
31: DryBar Comedians! Andy Beningo and Bill Boronkay {Ep 31}
Join us for lots of laughs and a super fun chat with these hilarious comics, Andy Beningo and Bill Boronkay.  Listen to how they each got their start in comedy and check out their numerous comedy credits! Some of these include Andy’s Drybar Comedy Special, "Adorable Tough Guy" that’s generated over 5 million views on social media. He’s also been named the 40 Best Up and Coming comedians in the ...
58m Nov 03, 2021
58m
30: Old Town Cidery: Winchester’s Hip Outdoor Tasting Room {Ep 30}
Join us for a casual fun chat with folks that feel like family at Old Town Cidery aka the cider yard! Listen to their story with Kelly Kinsey, Tasting Room Manager; Stephen Kelly, Cider Maker; and David Glaize, Co-Owner. Since 1937, four generations of Glaizes have produced premium fruit harvests between the Blue Ridge and Allegheny Mountains.  Learn about the apple growing industry; interestin...
56m Oct 27, 2021
56m