Best Valor Coffee Podcasts (2024)

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Engaging Events: From Coffee Chats to Valor Awards with Front Royal Chamber 25:43

15h ago25:43

25:43

In this episode, host Janet Michael welcomes Niki Foster from the Front Royal Warren County Chamber of Commerce. They start by commenting on the comfortable new furniture in the lounge and humorously noting Janet's folding chair while Nikki sits at her desk. They delve into the lounge's incomplete setup and the need for more decorative touches, inc…

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Introducing Our Online Platform, The Valor Coffee Community – 08/28/2024 56:49

3h ago56:49

56:49

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Fiddles & Fifths / TaterFest 26:20

4h ago26:20

26:20

In this episode, host Janet Michael speaks with Jenny McDonald about the upcoming Fiddles & Fifths festival. Now in its third year, the event has grown significantly, starting from a small gathering behind the Bank of Clarke to a large street party on the Old Town Walking Mall in downtown Winchester. Jenny discusses the various attractions, includi…

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Gordon Chang exposes US government officials tied to China 25:05

5h ago25:05

25:05

Gordon Chang joins us for a very special Annex episode as we cover the arrest of Linda Sun in New York for acting as an agent of the Chinese Communist Party. Sun was a former staff member of New York Governors Kathy Hochul & Andrew Cuomo. We also cover Democrat Party VP nominee Tim Walz troubling ties to China. Read more about it from Associated Pr…

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Traffic Safety Thursday: Enough is Enough 24:05

5h ago24:05

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In this episode of the Valley Today, hosted by Janet Michael, Traffic Safety Thursday features a detailed conversation with Lieutenant Warren Gosnell from the Frederick County Sheriff's Office. The discussion begins with a lighthearted correction on broadcasting terms, clarifying that while they were live in the studio, the broadcast is not being a…

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Tourism Tuesday: Shenandoah County Adventures 23:20

3d ago23:20

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In this episode of Tourism Tuesday, Shenandoah County edition, host Janet Michael welcomes Kary Haun and Ann Heck. The conversation begins with Janet introducing each participant and expressing their mutual desire to record the show on horseback, though their schedules did not align. Despite this, Carrie and Janet share their enthusiasm for future …

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Jake Sirokman of Manntis 1:49:43

3d ago1:49:43

1:49:43

Manntis is a Southern California based metalcore band who was introduced to the country through Battle for Ozzfest on MTV. They then went on to tour the world with the likes of Anthrax, Hatebreed, and Chimaira. After only one album, "Sleep in Your Grave," released through Century Media, the band stopped touring and seemingly fell off the map. For t…

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Bluegrass and Beyond: What to Expect at the Watermelon Pickers Fest 28:56

5h ago28:56

28:56

In this episode, Janet Michael hosts Dave Van Deventer from Shepherd's Ford Productions to discuss the upcoming 20th Annual Watermelon Pickers Fest 2024, which is set to take place from September 5 - 7, 2024 at the Clarke County Fairgrounds in Berryville. The conversation highlights the festival's return after a hiatus and dives into the event's ri…

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An Evening Under the Stars: Virginia Master Naturalists on Conservation and Community 29:10

4h ago29:10

29:10

In this episode hosted by Janet Michael, the focus was on the Virginia Master Naturalists and the upcoming event, 'An Evening Under the Stars' at Blandy Experimental Farm on September 13th. Joining Janet was Rebecca Harriett, President of the Shenandoah Chapter of Virginia Master Naturalists, and Mary Beth Yarborough, the event coordinator. Rebecca…

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Top of VA Regional Chamber: Championing Community and Business Leadership in the Valley 25:10

15h ago25:10

25:10

In this episode, host Janet Michael speaks with Cynthia Schneider, CEO of the Top of Virginia Regional Chamber, and Jenny Stover, the Chamber's Director of Marketing and Communications. Cynthia was recently honored as the 2024 Chamber Executive of the Year by the Virginia Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives. This recognition was given dur…

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Tourism Tuesday: Winchester Cider House 25:23

3h ago25:23

25:23

In today's episode, host Janet Michael sits down for Tourism Tuesday with co-host Justin Kerns from the Winchester/Frederick County Convention & Visitor's Bureau, and special guest Stephen Schuurman, the proprietor of Winchester Ciderworks. The conversation unfolds at the newly opened Winchester Cider House, located on Piccadilly Street in Old Town…

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Navy SEAL Brent Gleeson 1:43:14

1h ago1:43:14

1:43:14

Brent Gleeson served as a Navy SEAL, is an author, public speaker, and the CEO of EXCELR8. You may also know him from NBC's Stars Earn Stripes. His books are "Taking Point" and most recently "Embrace the Suck," both available now wherever books are sold. Be sure to follow him on Instagram @brent_gleeson and check out EXCELR8 at http://exlr8.ai Foll…

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Shenandoah 2045: Watershed Heroes 25:35

11d ago25:35

25:35

The conversation today with Tyler Hinkle, Shenandoah County's Planner is part of an ongoing series following the work on Shenandoah 2045 - Shenandoah County's comprehensive plan. In this episode, host Janet Michael welcomes Tyler and Laura Bennett, the executive director of Friends of the North Fork of the Shenandoah River. Janet and her guests del…

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Splurge on These Things When Building Out Your Coffee Shop – 08/21/2024 1:06:47

2h ago1:06:47

1:06:47

JOIN THE VALOR COFFEE COMMUNITY – Courses, Exclusive Videos, PDFs, Spreadsheets and more: https://community.valor.coffee/invitation?code=E3A29B Thanks for listening, following/subscribing, giving us a good review, and sharing with your friends on social media. It goes a long way! In this episode, Riley and Ethan dive into a crucial topic for anyone…

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Celebrating Local Art: Inside ShenArtsFest 2024 24:43

1h ago24:43

24:43

In this episode, host Janet Michael talks with Lisa Fisher, the Executive Director of the Shenandoah Arts Council. They discuss the upcoming ShenArts Fest 2024 which will take place on September 7th and 8th in Old Town Winchester. The event will showcase a variety of artists and performers, with activities spread throughout the northern end of the …

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Taco! Taco! Behind the Scenes of WoodsTACO 22:11

8h ago22:11

22:11

In this episode, host Janet Michael talks with Katie Mercer, Director of Marketing and Events for the town of Woodstock, about the upcoming WoodsTACO Street Taco Festival. The event will be held on Saturday, September 28th from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM in downtown Woodstock, with a rain date set for September 29th. Katie discusses the festival's various…

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SBA: Building Community and Sustainability Through Consignment 46:31

11h ago46:31

46:31

The conversation today is part of an ongoing partnership with the US Small Business Administration highlighting small businesses in the Shenandoah Valley as well as offering advice and resources to all small businesses. In this episode, host Janet Michael and co-host Carl Knoblock, Virginia District Director for the SBA dive into the inspiring stor…

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Tourism Tuesday: Understanding Winchester's Main Street Program 22:45

6h ago22:45

22:45

In this episode, host Janet Michael chats with Brady Cloven, the director of the newly formed Winchester Main Street Organization, during a segment of Tourism Tuesday. Brady discusses his unexpected but welcome introduction to the role, the transition of the Winchester Main Street program from city management to becoming a non-profit organization, …

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Guardian of Valor founder Anthony Anderson 1:45:06

2h ago1:45:06

1:45:06

Anthony Anderson is an Army veteran who founded the site Guardian of Valor. You likely know him best from his X account @StolenValor1. On this epsiode we discuss recent controveries including embellishments of service made by Vice Presidential candidate Tim Walz. Also on with us this episode is Dave Parke of The Team House. To learn more about Anth…

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Harvesting Fun at the Page Valley Sunflower Festival 24:33

18d ago24:33

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In this episode, host Janet Michael speaks with Gina Hilliard, President of the Luray/Page Chamber of Commerce, Megan Gordon, Program Director for the Page Alliance for Community Action (PACA), and Jen Jenkins, Superintendent of Luray Parks/Rec. They discuss the upcoming fifth annual Page Valley Sunflower Festival, which takes place on Saturday, Au…

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Q&A – How Much Are Coffee Shops WORTH …and More! – 08/07/2024 1:10:08

3h ago1:10:08

1:10:08

Sign Up for Alerts About Our Community (coming soon) – Courses, Exclusive Videos, PDFs, Spreadsheets and more: https://mailchi.mp/018d9c38a953/valorcafecommunity Thanks for listening, following/subscribing, giving us a good review, and sharing with your friends on social media. It goes a long way! In this episode, we dive into the nitty-gritty of e…

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Youth Leaders and Livestock: Preparing for Shenandoah County 4H/FFA Show and Sale 25:49

21d ago25:49

25:49

In this Extension Office Friday episode, host Janet Michael is joined by Carol Nansel, a Shenandoah County Extension agent, and several 4-H youth representatives. They discuss the upcoming Shenandoah County 4-H and FFA Livestock Show and Sale, taking place on August 31st as part of Fair Week. Carol explains the preparations required for the event, …

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Community Health: Advanced Cardiac Care 18:37

22d ago18:37

18:37

As part of a community health partnership with Valley Health, host Janet Michael welcomes Dr. Ernesto Jimenez from Valley Health’s Structural Heart Program team at the Advanced Valve Center on the campus of Winchester Medical Center. They discuss the essentials of the Structural Heart Program, the various heart conditions it addresses, and the inno…

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Cars Changing Lives 25:46

10d ago25:46

25:46

In this episode, host Janet Michael speaks with Sandy Long, co-founder of Cars Changing Lives, and Barbara Way, the executive director of the organization. Cars Changing Lives is a non-profit that provides free, safe, and reliable vehicles to people in need. The organization started in 2018 with Sandy's husband Bill's vision of giving away a car at…

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Exploring Blandy: New Info Center & Upcoming Events 23:38

3h ago23:38

23:38

In this episode, host Janet Michael welcomes Melanie Mullinax, Communications and Event Manager for the State Arboretum of Virginia at Blandy Experimental Farm. They discuss various activities, events, and developments at Blandy, including everyday visits, special events, and the recent inauguration of a new information center. Melanie shares detai…

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Remembering The Giant Killer with David Yuzuk 1:49:59

2d ago1:49:59

1:49:59

David Yuzuk served as a detective & undercover police officer in the Aventura Police Department, nearby the Miami area. He was a friend of Richard Flaherty, the smallest man to serve in the Army. The Giant Killer, as he was known, was a Green Beret Captain who served in Vietnam. Following Richard's death, David created the documentary film on Richa…

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Making a Difference: Inside the Community Connect and Serve Event 35:35

17d ago35:35

35:35

In this episode, host Janet Michael introduces the upcoming discussion about the Community Connect & Serve event. Her guests are Shannon Ganoe, Andrea Cosans, and Bishop BJ Custer, all of whom are involved in organizing and participating in the event. Shannon Ganoe, a Community Health Paramedic from Winchester and a key organizer of the event, expl…

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Dive Into Winchester City Parks: Pools, Fitness, Neighborhood Parks, & Events 27:40

15d ago27:40

27:40

In this episode, host Janet Michael welcomed Chris Konyar, Director of Winchester City Parks, to discuss various activities and updates in Jim Barnett Park. The episode covered a multitude of topics, starting with the busy pool season and how pool hours will change once school starts. Chris spoke about the variety of swim lessons being offered, inc…

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Breaking Barriers: Support and Success for Adult Students at Laurel Ridge Community College 27:34

29d ago27:34

27:34

In this episode, host Janet Michael speaks with Guy Curtis, Director of Marketing, and Caroline Wood, Associate Vice President of Support Services and Academic Support at Laurel Ridge Community College. They discuss the wide range of opportunities and support services available to both traditional students and adult learners at Laurel Ridge. Guy Cu…

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Opening a Coffee Shop for Less Than $100k – 08/01/2024 1:22:24

15d ago1:22:24

1:22:24

Sign Up for Alerts About Our Community (coming soon) – Courses, Exclusive Videos, PDFs, Spreadsheets and more: https://mailchi.mp/018d9c38a953/valorcafecommunity Thanks for listening, following/subscribing, giving us a good review, and sharing with your friends on social media. It goes a long way! In this episode, we dive deep with Elijah Knapp, a …

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Warren Heritage Society Reimagined: From Archives to New Beginnings 25:31

16d ago25:31

25:31

In this episode, host Janet Michael chats with Niki Foster from the Front Royal Warren County Chamber of Commerce, along with Joe Petty, the new Executive Director of the Warren Heritage Society. The conversation covers a variety of topics related to local business and heritage preservation. Nikki and Janet discuss how the recording took place at t…

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August Events in Shenandoah County: From Yard Sales to County Fairs 22:22

7d ago22:22

22:22

In this episode, host Janet Michael sits down with Kary Haun at Nancy’s Coffee Bar to dive into the excitement of upcoming events in Shenandoah County throughout August. They kick off the conversation discussing the popular Route 11 Yard Crawl, set to occur on August 10th, where over 43 miles of yard sales stretch from Stephens City to New Market. …

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Dave Parke of The Team House Podcast 1:47:08

10d ago1:47:08

1:47:08

Dave Parke served as an Army Ranger sniper, Navy hardhat diver, and Marine. As a contractor he served in combat in Iraq and Afghanistan. He is the co-host of The Team House, and a good friend of our own show who last appeared on Episode 70 with us speaking more on his background. On this episode, we dive into the Trump assasination attempt, the man…

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Supporting Kids in Crisis: Inside the Evans Home for Children 25:35

8d ago25:35

25:35

In this episode, host Janet Michael visits the Evans Home for Children and has an in-depth conversation with their executive director, Amy Rice. They delve into the long history and mission of the Evans Home, which has provided a safe haven for children in need for nearly 75 years. Amy Rice explains how the home started, its founders, and the speci…

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Summer Fun and Future Plans at the Shenandoah Valley Discovery Museum 25:00

1M ago25:00

25:00

In this episode, host Janet Michael is joined by Dawn Devine, Executive Director at the Shenandoah Valley Discovery Museum, and Tammy Stevenson, the museum's Director of Development and Marketing. The trio discuss various upcoming events and projects at the museum. The conversation kicks off with information about the busy summer and the museum's S…

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Traffic Safety Thursday: Tales from Traffic Court 29:22

1M ago29:22

29:22

The conversation for Traffic Safety Thursday with Lt. Warren Gosnell from Frederick County Sheriff's Office was live in the studio today as Goz and Janet delve into various aspects of traffic enforcement and safety, with a mix of both humorous and serious tones. Janet shares her experience sitting in on a traffic court session, highlighting the edu…

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Eighth Grade Career Exploration: Inside the World's of Work Expo 22:58

1M ago22:58

22:58

Our conversation for The Valley Business Today with Shayla Rickard, Business Retention Manager for Frederick County Economic Development Authority to discuss the upcoming Worlds of Work (WOW) Expo. This event, happening on October 11, 2024, at the Wilkins Athletic and Event Center at Shenandoah University, is an eighth-grade career exploration prog…

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Winchester Medical Center's Farmer's Market: Bringing Fresh and Local to Healthcare 20:25

1M ago20:25

20:25

Our conversation for Tourism Tuesday welcomes Joy Dovel, the gift shop manager and coordinator for the weekly farmer's market in the courtyard at Winchester Medical Center. The farmer's market is a relatively new initiative at Winchester Medical Center, running every Wednesday from May through October, from 11 AM to 3 PM. Joy explains that the idea…

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Terry Schappert, Green Beret & TV host 1:42:41

28d ago1:42:41

1:42:41

Terry Schappert is a retired Army Special Forces Master Sergeant and a veteran of The Persian Gulf War, Bosnia, and Iraq. What you likely know him best for though are the many shows he's hosted and appeared on including "Red Eye," "Shark Week," "Dude, You're Screwed," "Hollywood Weapons," "Warriors," and "The Wilkow Majority." Be sure to follow Ter…

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Shenandoah 2024: Navigating Woodstock’s Comprehensive Planning Process 30:49

1M ago30:49

30:49

Our conversation today with Tyler Hinkle, Shenandoah County's Planner is part of an ongoing series following the work on Shenandoah 2045 - Shenandoah County's comprehensive plan. Today we are joined by Jill Jefferson, Director of Planning for the Town of Woodstock, and Michael Stapor, a consultant with Summit Design and Engineering Services to get …

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Supporting Students: Bright Futures 'Stuff the Bus' and Upcoming Safety Fair 21:21

1M ago21:21

21:21

The conversation today features Elise Stine Dolinar from Bright Futures Frederick Winchester to discuss the organization's ongoing support for students in need and upcoming events. Janet and Elise cover a variety of topics, including the constant need for school supplies, the upcoming Stuff the Bus event, and a safety fair scheduled for September. …

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Russian & Chinese fighter jets intercepted near Alaska 13:11

1M ago13:11

13:11

U.S. & Canadian fighter jets have intercepted four Russian and Chinese bombers that were flying near Alaska on Wednesday. Read more about it here: https://abcnews.go.com/US/russian-chinese-bombers-intercepted-off-alaska/story?id=112256280 Follow us: http://instagram.com/battlelinepodcast http://twitter.com/battlelinepod…

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Keeping Veteran Baristas Invested – 07/24/2024 52:28

1M ago52:28

52:28

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Inspiring Volunteerism: A Conversation with Civil Air Patrol Cadets and Leaders 28:42

1M ago28:42

28:42

The conversation today spans a variety of topics, including the mission of the Civil Air Patrol, its educational programs, and the personal experiences of its members. Joining host Janet Michael is Major Jacob Bixler, leader of the Winchester Squadron, who explains that CAP is an all-volunteer auxiliary of the United States Air Force. Bixler sheds …

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Top of Virginia Regional Chamber’s Next Gen: Intern Insights 22:06

1M ago22:06

22:06

Our conversation for The Valley Business Today - Top of Virginia Regional Chamber edition - included Jenny Stover, the Director of Marketing and Communications, Kaleigh Fincham, Director of Programs & Events, and intern Jordyn Hansbrough, a sophomore at JMU. Jordyn shares her delightful experience interning at the Chamber. She enthusiastically expl…

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Hungry for History Food Event 23:44

1M ago23:44

23:44

Our conversation for Tourism Tuesday - Winchester/Frederick County edition - included Renee Bayliss from the Winchester/Frederick County Convention & Visitor Bureau to discuss the Hungry for History food event happening August 24, 2024 - September 2, 2024. Renee explains that the event features local historical sites where attendees can sample food…

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Electrocutioner 1:35:58

1M ago1:35:58

1:35:58

Ian in studio this episode with New York thrash metal band and long time friends Electrocutioner. We talk growing up on Long Island, the state of the metal scene, and the guys love of professional wrestling. Follow them on Instagram @electrocutioner.thrash and pick up the latest album "False Idols." The videos for "Heaven's Gate" and "Seven Lamps o…

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Aids Response Effort: Providing Care, Education, and Support in Our Community 23:25

2M ago23:25

23:25

Our conversation today welcomes Sara Jenkins and Mandy Underwood from the AIDS Response Effort (ARE). Our discussion sheds light on the organization's mission, services, and the ongoing battle against HIV and STIs in the Lord Fairfax Community Health District. AIDS Response Effort, Inc. (ARE for short) is a local grassroots nonprofit that has been …

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Consistency is Everything – 07/17/2024 41:41

2M ago41:41

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Extension Office Friday: 10 Tips for Financial Wellness 27:31

2M ago27:31

27:31

Our conversation today welcomes back Karen Poff, Senior Extension Agent, Family & Consumer Science, Virginia Cooperative Extension office to discuss ten essential tips for financial wellness. Karen is based in the Warren County office, but serves all five surrounding counties. She also manages the Northern Shenandoah Valley Financial Education Prog…

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