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The Local Woman

The Local Woman is a podcast that highlights local women in business and the community while discussing issues that affect Local Women like you and me. Host: Sierra Martin Graphic Designer: Heather Waldron Theme Music: Jonathan Davis

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Episode 25-Andreas Cooke

The Local Woman ·

2022/04/19

As the owner and host of Bankedoutt Radio Show, Andreas Cooke needs no introduction! From hosting the #1 podcast in Middle Georgia to partnering and supporting a number of local initiatives Andreas Cooke believes in supporting and promoting businesses in our community! Check out his episode to learn more about his podcast and his ongoing work in the community! Tune in and subscribe to his podcast here: http://www.bankedouttradioshow.com/

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00:40:29

Season 2-Episode 24-Eden Jackson

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2022/02/28

Wedding bells are ringing for this week's local woman, Eden Jackson, and her fiance, Ryan Stykel! Attorney Eden Jackson is a Macon, Ga native with a love for travel! Although she loves her hometown, she has always felt most at home in the skies. As an undergrad, Eden studied at Georgia State University in Atlanta, received her Law degree at Florida Coastal School of Law in Jacksonville, Fl, and completed her legal coursework by receiving her Legal Masters from Brunel University in London. Now, Eden

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Season 2-Episode 23-Sara Whitten

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2022/02/15

On this episode of The Local Woman, I chat with local woman Sara Whitten about her work as a music therapist. In 2020 during the height of the Covid-19 pandemic, Sara started her mobile music therapy service, Pentatonic Therapies! The service was designed to provide individuals unique and individualized therapeutic services in the safety of their home, in person or via video telehealth outlets. Check out this episode to learn more about her work in the community and her goal to make specialized

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00:39:55

Season 2-Episode 22-Susie Prince

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2022/01/11

Thanks for tuning in to your new favorite podcast The Local Woman! That's right, your favorite local podcast is back and ready to share more incredible interviews with local women like you and me! We are kicking off Season 2, with a fun and heartwarming episode we recorded over the summer with Atlanta-based interior designer Susie Prince! Susie Prince, owner of Susie Mae Design is a residential interior designer based in Atlanta, Georgia. Prior to launching her own business, Susie worked in

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00:50:38

Season 2-Macon Startup Week Mini-Series- Christele...

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2021/12/04

Co-founder of Macon Black Tech and HamTECH Solutions, Christèle Parham shares her love of Macon and her experience cultivating community in the tech and innovation space. As a consultant and the founder of two companies, Parham recognizes that building something is hard and often isolating. As a board member, organizer, and regular presenter at Macon Startup Christele is a force for positive, inclusivity, and good in the Middle Georgia community. In this episode, we discuss her commitment to

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00:46:36

Season 2-Macon Startup Week Mini-Series- Eden Jackson

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2021/12/04

Attorney Eden Jackson was born and raised in Macon, Georgia. Being from a family of generations of Maconites, Eden’s mother encouraged at a young age to move away, to gain perspective. Eden went to undergrad in Atlanta at Georgia State University, Law school in Jacksonville, Florida at Florida Coastal School of Law, and received her Legal Masters from Brunel University London. Attorney Eden recently hung her shingle and started The Law Office of Eden A. Jackson, a trademark and business law firm

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00:20:09

Season 2-Macon Startup Week Mini-Series- Kaitlynn...

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2021/12/02

In today's episode, we chat with local entrepreneur Kaitlynn Kressin about the highs and lows of entrepreneurship while, discussing the ongoing fortitude needed to withstand difficult times and challenges as a business owner. Running one business can be difficult, but running multiple successful businesses is no laughing matter! Yet Kaitlynn still finds daily joy in the operations of her various businesses! As a Mercer graduate with ties to the Middle Georgia community, when Kaitlynn began her

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00:19:12

Season 2-Macon Startup Week Mini-Series-Tina Dickson

The Local Woman ·

2021/12/01

Noting a gap in the Macon market, owner, Tina Dickson, filled it with pizza. Known as “Our Lady of Pizza”, Tina has remained the driving force behind Ingleside Village Pizza since its doors opened. Great service, great pizza, salads, and sandwiches, and great atmosphere is exactly what the bustling pizzeria delivers. The “Macon-style” pizza, described as medium thickness, hand-tossed, and loaded generously with fresh toppings, is created using dough made on premises each day. You can't call yourself

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00:30:15

Season 2-Macon Startup Week Mini-Series-Richie Jones

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2021/11/30

Richie Jones is the proprietor of the Downtown Grill. He purchased the restaurant in April of 2008 from the founder of the restaurant, Tom Noelke. Richie is a Macon native who is a graduate of First Presbyterian Day School. After leaving Macon, Richie attended the University of Georgia in Athens and obtained two Bachelor's degrees from the Terry College of Business. Athens is where Richie became interested in the restaurant industry. He worked his way up in different restaurants and taverns. After

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00:18:26

Episode 21-Rachelle Wilson-BONUS-EXCLUSIVE LOCAL LOVE...

The Local Woman ·

2021/05/12

Check out our special bonus episode, featuring our unboxing of the SUMMER LOCAL LOVE BOX! That's right, Rachelle granted the ladies of The Local Woman access to an exclusive sneak peek of the Summer Local Love Box! Stay tuned all week to learn about the artists and makers featured in the summer box. Then head right over to https://www.the567center.org/locallovebox to grab your summer box today!

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00:40:29

Episode 21-Rachelle Wilson

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2021/05/11

On this episode of The Local Woman, Sierra and Jade chat with Local Woman, Rachelle Wilson! Rachelle is a proud Maconite and advocate for all things local. Currently serving as the Vice President of Mission Advancement & Chief Development Officer for the Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Georgia, she is able to connect her passion for her community with her experience in non-profit and with youth development in the Peace Corps. She also founded and curates the Local Love Box, a quarterly

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00:54:59

Episode 20-Jasmine Habersham

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2021/05/04

In Episode 20 of The Local Woman, Sierra and Jade have an uplifting conversation with American soprano, Jasmine Habersham! As a Macon native, she credits the foundation of her performance experience to participating in local community theatre and to encouraging mentors and family! We loved talking to her about her path from the local stage to Opera stages all around the world! She most recently performed the role of Pip in Moby Dick with Utah Opera, Pamina in The Magic Flute with Opera Theatre of

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00:58:00

Episode 19-Neisha Himes

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2021/04/27

On this episode of The Local Woman, Sierra chats with Local Woman Neisha Himes! After leaving a toxic and abusive relationship in late 2012, Neisha Himes began telling her story years later via her gift of spoken word. Known to the poetry community as “Beautiful Dizaster”, Neisha has featured on many stages and to date, uses her talent as a method of bringing awareness. In August 2016, she founded G.R.O.W. Foundation (Girls Recognizing Our Worth), a 501c3 non-profit assisting domestic violence

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Episode 18- Anneliese Vanderheyden

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2021/04/20

On this episode, Sierra and Jade chat with Local Woman, Anneliese Vanderheyden. Born and raised in central Georgia, Anneliese is dedicated to helping victims and survivors of sexual assault and abuse. She began volunteering as a Sexual Assault Advocate in 2011, and has remained active in the advocacy community since. She is currently employed with the Crisis Line & Safe House of Central Georgia as the Sexual Assault Advocacy Coordinator for the Macon office. With offices in Macon and Warner

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00:55:51

Episode 17-Laura Thomason

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2021/04/06

On episode 17 of The Local Woman, Sierra chats with Local Woman, Laura Thomason! A Missouri native, Laura lived around the West and Midwest before moving to Georgia in 2006. She is the Provost Fellow for International Programs and Professor of English at Middle Georgia State University. She also leads comprehensive internationalization at MGA, administering study abroad programs and international student services. She is passionate about sharing her love of humanities and embraces the opportunity to

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Episode 16-Amber Pierce Valentine with Guest Host...

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2021/03/30

On Episode 16 of The Local Woman, Sierra is joined by guest host Amber Skiles, to interview Amber Pierce Valentine! Amber is the owner of Star Stuff Yoga & More, The Valentine Cottage, and is a singer/songwriter in The Vineyard Band. Star Stuff Yoga & More is a mobile yoga & wellness program that strives to create an inclusive, diverse, and accessible space for our community. Star Stuff Yoga & More offers a mat gift program, chair yoga, and free or donation-based wellness events that

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Episode 15-Melissa Macker

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2021/03/23

On episode 15 of The Local Woman, Sierra and Jade chat with Local Woman, Melissa Macker! Melissa is the founding executive director of The 567 Center for Renewal in downtown Macon, GA. In her day-to-day, she wears many hats, including marketing director, fundraiser, program planner, bookkeeper, and tech support. In her 10 years as executive director, she has booked concerts, built websites, hung art exhibits, started a pottery studio, and renovated a new building! Although Melissa runs an art

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00:36:47

Episode 14-Jessica Mack

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2021/03/16

On Episode 14 of The Local Woman, Sierra and Sarah chat with local business owner, health enthusiast, and fellow podcaster, Jessica Mack. As the owner of Macon, Georgia's first fully vegan restaurant, Southern Soul Cafe, when we wanted to discuss the topic of veganism, we knew exactly where to turn! After encountering issues with her health caused by her weight, Jessica began her journey towards a healthier lifestyle by not only prioritizing exercise but also developing a new relationship with food

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Episode 13-Lindsey Floyd

The Local Woman ·

2021/03/02

On this episode of The Local Woman, Sierra chats with professional pilot turned Aviation Safety Inspector, Lindsey Floyd! In episode 13, Lindsey talks about her love of flying and her work to make a difference in the field of Aviation Safety, while constantly attempting to strike the elusive work/life balance. She also shares her path to the skies and provides words of encouragement to other women interested in taking flight! Fasten your seatbelts to prepare to take off with the newest episode of

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Episode 12-Ashli Axtell

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2021/02/23

On episode 12 of The Local Woman, Sierra chats with Ashli Axtell about the topics of body neutrality and fat liberation. Middle Georgia native Ashli Axtell recently graduated from Middle Georgia State University with a BA in Contemporary Musicianship with an emphasis in Saxophone Performance. In addition to loving music, she's an ardent supporter and attempter of all things art-related. She's much better at clay than painting, but she thinks it's important to nurture creativity for creativity's

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