Best Connext Media Podcasts (2024)

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Billy Kramer: NFA Burger (VIDEO) 2:08

1y ago2:08

2:08

“The best burger in the world is the burger you think is the best burger. Not the burger someone else thinks is the best burger.” Check out our video feature with Billy Kramer, owner and founder of NFA Burger — a small but mighty burger joint located INSIDE a Chevron gas station in Dunwoody.

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Ardy Arani: Big Green Egg (VIDEO) 2:21

1y ago2:21

2:21

Ed Fisher opened the Big Green Egg store in Atlanta in 1974, where he was selling the domed clay cookers. He had discovered them while serving overseas in World War II and was impressed with how well they worked. 50 years and several iterations later, Big Green Egg has become a global phenomenon with a very loyal and dedicated fan base. The Big Gre…

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Jay Cranman: Hands On Atlanta (VIDEO) 3:46

1+ y ago3:46

3:46

Over 30 years ago, 12 friends sat down and came up with an idea that would make volunteering in their community easier and more accessible, from there Hands On Atlanta was born. Hands On has become a one-stop shop to bring together Atlanta volunteers and nonprofits. Their organization supports over 150 nonprofits in the Atlanta area and has daily o…

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April Stammel: South Downtown, Newport (VIDEO) 5:08

1+ y ago5:08

5:08

South Downtown, the very streets where Atlanta began! In 2016, Newport opened its Atlanta office and began investing in the future of South Downtown. Through 26 transactions, their team purchased 48 historic buildings and 4 acres of parking lots. The area’s first renovations started with historic Hotel Row and 222 Mitchell. We sat down with Senior …

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Adam Rosenfelt: Pullman Yards (VIDEO) 3:36

1+ y ago3:36

3:36

Watch as Atlanta Born and Brand heads to Pullman Yards, an enchanting piece of Atlanta's history. We spoke with the current owner of Pullman Yards, Adam Rosenfelt, who shared invaluable insights into the site's history -- including the remarkable history of the Pullman Porters and their significant role in the civil rights movement -- and the ambit…

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Adam Rosenfelt: Pullman Yards (Season 6 | Episode 12) 34:50

1+ y ago34:50

34:50

Join us as we head down to Pullman Yards, an enchanting piece of Atlanta’s history. We sat down with one of the current owners, Adam Rosenfelt, who shared insight into the site’s history — including the remarkable history of the Pullman Porters and their significant role in the civil rights movement — and the ambitious revitalization efforts that a…

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Rebekah Black: Jambos Donates (VIDEO) 2:33

1+ y ago2:33

2:33

The journey of children in foster care can often be a stressful and sudden situation. Too many children arrive at their new foster homes with very few possessions, some with nothing but the clothes on their backs. Stay tuned for an in depth conversation with Rebekah about the inception of Jambos, and why she feels it’s important for all of us to fo…

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Mario Cambardella: ServeScape (VIDEO) 2:19

1+ y ago2:19

2:19

Founder and CEO, Mario Cambardella sits down with us today to talk about how ServeScape is using their technology to connect under-marketed landscape designers and plant growers with homeowners.

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Kate Rosenow: Business Meets Baby (Season 6 | Episode 11) 29:05

1+ y ago29:05

29:05

There’s no “right way” to run a business or raise a child. Both can be incredibly rewarding and challenging at the same time, and are made a whole lot easier when you have support from a community. That’s where Dawn Richardson + Kate Rosenow from Business Meets Baby comes in. Between the two of them, Dawn and Kate have three kids and 10+ years of e…

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Nate Hybl: gusto! Fresh Bowls and Wraps (VIDEO) 2:36

1+ y ago2:36

2:36

Listen in as we chat with Nate about his transition from professional athlete to business owner, how gusto! hopes to continue to disrupt the quick-service food industry and what the next few years hold for the restaurant. Head to whatsyourgusto.com to find a location near you! Atlanta Born and Brand is a production of Connext Media. Make sure and f…

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Nate Hybl: gusto! Fresh Bowls and Wraps (Season 6 | Episode 10) 21:56

1+ y ago21:56

21:56

Nate Hybl, is an ex-NFL quarterback-turned CEO of gusto!, a quick serve, fresh bowls and wraps brand with 13 restaurants in the Atlanta area and counting. After hanging up his helmet, Nate started on a mission to find his new gusto and quickly became enamored with food, going through a “culinary awakening”. He eventually perfected his own concept t…

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Ford Fry: Rocket Farm Restaurants (VIDEO) 2:43

1+ y ago2:43

2:43

Ford Fry has cemented himself as an integral part of the Atlanta dining scene, as a chef and owner of over 20 restaurants between Atlanta, Houston, Charlotte and Nashville — like JCT, Superica, St. Cecilia, BeetleCat, The Optimist, and Little Rey to name a few. From his childhood in Texas, to studying at the New England Culinary Institute – find ou…

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Ford Fry: Rocket Farm Restaurants (Season 6 | Episode 9) 43:50

1+ y ago43:50

43:50

We’re sitting down today with Ford Fry, chef and owner of several iconic Atlanta restaurants like Superica, St. Cecilia, BeetleCat, The Optimist, Little Rey. He has cemented himself as an integral part of the Atlanta dining scene, opening up over 20 restaurants between Atlanta, Houston, Charlotte and Nashville. From his childhood in Texas, to study…

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Billy Kramer: NFA Burger (Season 6 | Episode 8) 43:26

1+ y ago43:26

43:26

Our guest today is Billy Kramer, owner and founder of NFA Burger, a small but mighty burger joint located INSIDE a Chevron gas station in Dunwoody. Billy started his career in sales & marketing, and one day decided to take up a new passion: burgers. He explored, tested, and came up with his perfect recipe, and started slinging burgers around Atlant…

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Aaron Fisher: Atlanta Rescue Dog Cafe (Season 6 | Episode 7) 31:42

1+ y ago31:42

31:42

Atlanta Rescue Dog Cafe is a non-profit with a unique mission; keep your pets from ever becoming rescues. Our guest today is Aaron Fisher, CEO and founder of ARDC. Aaron spent many years working as an elementary school teacher and volunteering and working in animal welfare. You’ll hear in our episode today how each of these experiences led him to s…

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William Warren: The Sketch Effect (Season 6 | Episode 6) 38:23

1+ y ago38:23

38:23

Ever sit in a meeting and think “I have no idea what is going on?” or look back at your notes and feel like you’re trying to decipher a secret code? Well our guest today, has got you covered. The Sketch Effect is s visual communications business, whose goal is to make ideas understandable with the help of graphic recorders. Sketch Effect’s team of …

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Ardy Arani: Big Green Egg (Season 6 | Episode 5) 24:24

1+ y ago24:24

24:24

Ed Fisher opened his Big Green Egg store in Atlanta in 1974, where he began selling the domed clay cooker. He had discovered them while serving overseas in World War II and was impressed with how much better the food tasted using these kamado cookers, versus a typical charcoal or gas grill. 50 years and several iterations later, Big Green Egg has b…

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Jay Cranman: Hands On Atlanta (Season 6 | Episode 4) 31:49

1+ y ago31:49

31:49

Hi y’all! It’s me, Kathryn, back on the podcast because this week I’ll be taking over the intro as well as the interview today. My first go round at this, and I got to have an incredible and enlightening conversation that I can’t wait for y’all to hear. Over 30 years ago, 12 friends sat down and came up with an idea that would make volunteering in …

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April Stammel: South Downtown, Newport (Season 6 | Episode 3) 38:47

1+ y ago38:47

38:47

South Downtown, the very streets where Atlanta began! In 2016, Newport opened its Atlanta office and began investing in the future of South Downtown. Through 26 transactions, their team purchased 48 historic buildings and 4 acres of parking lots. The area's first renovations started with historic Hotel Row and 222 Mitchell. Stay tuned for our conve…

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Rebekah Black: Jambos Donates (Season 6 | Episode 2) 39:14

1+ y ago39:14

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Almost exactly two years ago, we sat down with Rebekah Black, founder of the non-profit Jambos Donates. Jambos’ mission is to bring a sense of comfort through providing essential items to children in foster care, like pajamas. Since our initial conversation Rebekah has grown her team, upgraded their warehouse and expanded their distribution efforts…

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Mario Cambardella: ServeScape (Season 6 | Episode 1) 42:12

1+ y ago42:12

42:12

ServeScape is Georgia's online landscape marketplace delivered. "From inspiration to installation", ServeScape offers beautiful, resilient landscapes that are locally grown, designed just for you, and delivered to your home or job site. Founder and CEO, Mario Cambardella sits down with us today to talk about how ServeScape is using their technology…

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The Fox Theatre (Season 5 | Episode 14) 16:35

2y ago16:35

16:35

The Fox Theater opened in 1929, originally as a movie palace. Almost 100 years later it is now a registered National Historic Landmark and hosts a variety of cultural events in Atlanta; from broadway musicals to concerts to the Atlanta Ballet. In its long history The Fox Theater has had to close three times. This most recent being during the COVID-…

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LEAD Center for Youth: Part 2 (Season 5 | Episode 16) 36:43

2y ago36:43

36:43

If you missed part one of our special episode with Kelli and CJ be sure to go back and give it a listen. We spoke about each of their personal journeys and how CJ made the jump from private coaching, to laying the foundation to start LEAD. In this episode, we’ll dive into getting LEAD off the ground, the decline of Black players in the Major League…

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LEAD Center for Youth (Season 5 | Episode 15) 29:37

2+ y ago29:37

29:37

L.E.A.D. Center for Youth is a nonprofit, sport based youth development program. Their mission is to empower an at-risk generation to lead and transform their city of Atlanta by using the sport of baseball to teach Black boys how to overcome three curveballs that threaten their success: crime, poverty and racism. We spoke with co-founders Kelli and…

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Jashaun Lowery: Grub Truck Stop (Season 5 | Episode 13) 25:25

2+ y ago25:25

25:25

Our guest today is Jashaun Lowery. Jay and his wife Lauren are the team behind Grub Truck Stop, where they are cooking up creative and delicious dishes. What started as a venture into the food truck business has grown into a brick and mortar space located in Chattahoochee Food Works, Atlanta’s newest food hall on the Westside. Grub Truck Stop is se…

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Jesslyn Rollins: Biolyte (Season 5 | Episode 12) 42:24

2+ y ago42:24

42:24

Biolyte was created by Dr. Rollins, an Anesthesiologist and Pain Specialist in Atlanta, GA. In 2005, Dr. Rollins’ wife, Jeannine, was diagnosed with breast cancer. During her treatment, he began to realize that IV hydration therapy, while extremely effective, is often inaccessible and too expensive to those who need it most – and more accessible op…

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Georgia Aquarium (Season 5 | Episode 11) 12:57

2+ y ago12:57

12:57

We’ve got a fun episode for you today with VP of Sales for Georgia Aquarium, Will Ramsey. Georgia Aquarium is the largest aquarium in the Western Hemisphere and houses hundreds of species in over 12 million gallons of water. Like so many businesses, Georgia Aquarium had to close its doors at the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, with the unique c…

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Skinny DeVille and Fish Scales: Atlantucky (Season 5 | Episode 10) 29:03

2+ y ago29:03

29:03

The craft beer scene in Atlanta has exploded in recent years, yet there are few breweries in town that have the distinction of being Black-owned. Nappy Roots members Fish Scales and Skinny DeVille are hoping to shake that up. Earlier this month the duo opened Atlantucky Brewing, a brand new brewery situated in the heart of Castleberry Hill – and ve…

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Gene Kansas: Gene Kansas Commercial Real Estate (Season 5 | Episode 9) 42:40

3y ago42:40

42:40

Our guest today is cultural developer, Gene Kansas. Gene Kansas leads a commercial real estate brokerage, but his business stretches so far past the norm in that industry. With company accomplishments like preserving the Atlanta Daily World Building in Sweet Auburn and establishing the civic and socially based coworking space, Constellations; Gene …

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Kareem Manuel: We.Society (Season 5 | Episode 8) 33:15

3y ago33:15

33:15

Social media can be a double edged sword. There’s both good and bad to the instant access we have to others via these platforms. Today, we’re sitting down with someone who is using this powerful tool to make a positive impact in our community and around the globe. Kareem Manuel started We.Society as a way to get his music out into the world. This l…

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College Football Hall of Fame (Season 5 | Episode 7) 16:05

3y ago16:05

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The College Football Hall of Fame was established in 1951 and officially made the move to Atlanta in 2014. Whether it’s taking the kids out for the day, entertaining friends in town or even date night -- there’s over 50 interactive and educational exhibits for everyone. The Hall also hosts the College Football awards, dozens of media days, and more…

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Jonathan Baker: Monday Night Brewing (Season 5 | Episode 6) 26:06

3y ago26:06

26:06

In this episode, we’re sitting down with Jonathan Baker, co-founder of Monday Night Brewing. Monday Night is a local Atlanta brewery, which started back in 2006 when a couple of friends got together and decided to give homebrewing a try. Today in 2021, they’ve got multiple locations in the ATL, as well as Nashville and Birmingham. Stick around to h…

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Robert Montwaid: Chattahoochee Food Works (Season 5 | Episode 5) 17:54

3y ago17:54

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Today, we’re sitting down with co-owner of Chattahoochee Food Works, Robert Montwaid. Chattahoochee Food Works is a brand new 31-vendor, 25,000 square-foot foodhall featured at the center of The Works, one of Atlanta’s newest mixed-use developments on the Upper Westside. Opening a new business at any time is difficult, let alone in the middle of a …

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Blake Canterbury: Purposity (Season 5 | Episode 4) 34:49

3y ago34:49

34:49

We’re sitting down today with Blake Canterbury, co-founder and CEO of Purposity. Purposity is an app, using the power of technology to connect those in need with people who want to help others, but aren’t quite sure how or where to start. Purposity works with nonprofits and local schools to identify specific needs and facilitate help from those in …

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Kitti Murray: Refuge Coffee Co. (Season 5 | Episode 3) 37:58

3y ago37:58

37:58

Today we’re sitting down with Kitti Murray, founder and CEO, of Refuge Coffee Co. Refuge Coffee opened up in Clarkston, GA back in 2014. Clarkston is located just outside Atlanta and is well known for its diverse and vibrant refugee community. Refuge’s goal is to provide employment, mentorship, job training, and a livable wage to refugees who have …

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Jonathan and Justin Fox: Fox Bros. Bar-B-Q (Season 5 | Episode 2) 33:15

3y ago33:15

33:15

Little introduction is needed for our guests this week… unless maybe you’re new to Atlanta or have been living under a rock. In 2007, twin brothers Jonathan and Justin Fox opened their first barbecue joint. Fourteen years later, Fox Brothers BBQ and their Dekalb Ave location have become Atlanta staples. Today we talk with Jonathan and Justin about …

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Zoo Atlanta (Season 5 | Episode 1) 8:21

3y ago8:21

8:21

Today, we’re talking with Shawn Whitman, VP of Membership and Guest Experience at Zoo Atlanta. For over a century the zoo has been a mainstay in the city, but just like everyone else they faced massive challenges dealing with the CoVid-19 pandemic. Shawn tells us more on this episode of Atlanta Born and Brand. For more information or to buy tickets…

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ATLumni: Kevin Cregan, Atlanta Sport & Social Club (Season 4 | Episode 30) 11:30

3+ y ago11:30

11:30

Today we're catching up with ABB alumni, Kevin Cregan. Kevin is the founder of Atlanta Sport & Social Club, an organization that aims to connect adults in Atlanta through sports leagues and other social events. We first talked with Kevin back in February of 2020, just before our worlds were turned upside down. Tune in to hear how ASSC navigated COV…

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ATLumni: Jesse Grossman and Jacey Lucus, Community Bucket (Season 4 | Episode 29) 14:01

3+ y ago14:01

14:01

Today, we’re catching up with Jesse Grossman and Jacey Lucus from Community Bucket. We first spoke back in October of 2020, while the team was still in the thick of navigating COVID-19. Now as the world begins to open up Community Bucket is ready to continue making an impact and serving the communities they’re in! To keep up with the latest from th…

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ATLumni: Joel Byars, Comedian, Hot Breath Podcast (Season 4 | Episode 28) 14:44

3+ y ago14:44

14:44

Atlanta Born and Brand is a show all about businesses built right here in the capital of the South. But more importantly, it’s a show about their founders. We wanted to find some of the city’s most interesting entrepreneurs and creators, hear about their challenges, successes and how they built a brand that will last. Today on the show, we’re catch…

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Jen Hidinger-Kendrick: Giving Kitchen (Season 4 | Episode 27) 32:13

3+ y ago32:13

32:13

Today we’re sitting down with Jen Hidinger- Kendrick, co-founder of the non-profit Giving Kitchen. The story of Giving Kitchen’s beginnings is one of community, compassion and the best of humanity. When Jen’s late husband, Ryan, was diagnosed with terminal cancer back in 2012 the response and outpouring of love from friends within the restaurant co…

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Karen Anderson Singer: Tiny Doors ATL (Season 4 | Episode 26) 45:26

3+ y ago45:26

45:26

By now, there’s hardly anyone in Atlanta that doesn’t know what Tiny Doors ATL is. In case you’ve been living under a rock the last few years; Tiny Doors ATL is an art project bringing magic to spaces around the city. The miniature doors are sculpted by artist Karen Anderson Singer and transform what was once just a wall into a community space of i…

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Phil Sanders: Citizen Supply (Season 4 | Episode 25) 41:06

3+ y ago41:06

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In 2014, Phil Sanders founded Foster, a community space where artists, creatives and entrepreneurs could gather and support one another. From here the idea of Citizen Supply was born. Citizen Supply officially opened in Ponce City Market in 2015, as one of the first tenants on the second floor. Today the shop offers a plethora of handmade goods and…

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Maddie Morden and Tammy Lopez: Personify Shop (Season 4 | Episode 24) 38:12

3+ y ago38:12

38:12

In the bustling downtown of Duluth you can find a variety of restaurants and shops, among them is a modern and whimsical boutique called Personify. Today, we’re sitting down with the mother-daughter duo who founded the shop, Maddie Morden and Tammy Lopez. Listen as we talk about the process of curating their brand and unique shopping experiences fo…

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Bhargava Chiluveru: Fourofour (Season 4 | Episode 23) 35:13

3+ y ago35:13

35:13

Atlanta is full of so many amazing creatives and as the city continues to evolve, more people flock here in hopes of fulfilling their dreams. As we’ve seen this year, community and the ability to connect with others is vital to us as human beings. Our guest today is Bhargava Chiluveru, founder of FourOFour. FourOFour’s mission is to empower artists…

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Rebekah Black: Jambos Donates (Season 4 | Episode 22) 32:37

3+ y ago32:37

32:37

The journey of children in foster care can often be a stressful and sudden situation. Too many children arrive at their new foster homes with very few possessions, some with nothing but the clothes on their backs. Today, we’re sitting down with Rebekah Black founder of the non-profit Jambos Donates. Jambos’ mission is to bring a sense of comfort th…

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Nedra Deadwhyler: Civil Bikes (Season 4 | Episode 21) 49:24

3+ y ago49:24

49:24

Often when we learn about history, whether it’s taking a stroll around a museum or watching a documentary, the learning process can be a one sided conversation. Our guest today is hoping to change that in Atlanta and facilitate a conversation between seekers of knowledge. So much of Atlanta’s identity and history has been shaped by the Civil Rights…

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Zac Harrison: Fresh Harvest (Season 4 | Episode 20) 51:43

3+ y ago51:43

51:43

Do you know where the strawberries you just purchased from Publix were grown? Or what about those dozen eggs you picked up at Kroger? There’s nothing wrong with shopping at large grocery chains, oftentimes they’re the cheapest and most accessible option. But what if you could get fresh groceries like produce, meat, milk and more from local farmers …

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Rhea Perkins: Attyre Delivery (Season 4 | Episode 19) 30:34

3+ y ago30:34

30:34

In an Amazon driven, on-demand world shopping local isn’t always the easiest or most convenient option. And with the ongoing pandemic so many have turned to online shopping. But small and local businesses are what give life to our communities and we know supporting these entrepreneurs is as important to y’all as it is to us. That’s why we’re so exc…

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Shaune Huysamen: Whitetail Bicycles & Coffee Shop (Season 4 | Episode 18) 54:02

3+ y ago54:02

54:02

We found ourselves in Milton, Georgia for our episode this week. Our guest… Shaune Huysamen, founder of Whitetail Bicycles. Originally from Cape Town, South Africa Shaune moved to America after high school. In 2016, after working in real estate for many years, Shaune decided it was time to take the leap and combine his dream of opening a coffee sho…

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