In this episode, Alison and Zahi talk about:

How Journeys by Zahi helps travelers plan stress-free vacations

Why using a travel advisor does not have to cost extra

How Zahi gets paid through travel suppliers instead of charging a service fee

Why firsthand resort experience matters when recommending destinations

What Zahi looks for when touring resorts in Cancun

The difference between a resort that looks good online and one that is actually right for you

How Zahi helps clients plan family vacations, couples trips, group travel, cruises, and destination weddings

Why summer travel should be booked as early as possible

How group travel can help unlock savings

Zahi’s upcoming 2027 ABC Islands group cruise

Why TSA PreCheck and Global Entry are worth considering for frequent travelers

How Zahi helps clients navigate airports, resorts, transportation, and travel details

Why travel insurance will be an important future conversation

Featured Guest

Zahi Merz

Journeys by Zahi

Website: www.journeysbyzahi.com

Phone: 860.625.3822

Email: Zahi@journeysbyzahi.com

Instagram: @journeysbyzahi

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Journeysbyzahi

Episode Takeaway

Your vacation should not be a gamble. Zahi’s biggest reminder is that just because a resort looks amazing on TikTok or Instagram does not mean it is the right fit for your trip. Working with someone who has firsthand knowledge can help you save time, avoid frustration, and plan a vacation that actually matches what you want.

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Thank you for listening to the Get ’N Your Business Podcast, presented by the Camden County Chamber of Commerce. Please like, share, subscribe, and book your next vacation with Journeys by Zahi.

Episode 100: Behind the Mic with Alison, Kanan & Guest Host Megan Molix

In this milestone 100th episode of the Get In Your Business Podcast, guest host Megan Molix takes over the mic to interview Alison Shores and Kanan St. Rose about the journey behind the show, the stories that stood out, and the heart behind keeping this podcast hyper-local.

From early business videos and funny behind-the-scenes moments to the Chamber’s mission of promoting business and building community, this episode celebrates 100 conversations with the people, businesses, nonprofits, and local leaders who make Camden County special.

In This Episode

Alison and Kanan share what the podcast would be like if it had a personality: open, fun, curious, and community-focused.

They reflect on memorable episodes, including local history, Cumberland Island stories, the Riverview Hotel, horse therapy, long-standing businesses, and the hidden stories that make Camden County unique.

The conversation also dives into the early days of Get In Your Business, how the show evolved from live videos and in-business features into a podcast, and how trust, production, storytelling, and teamwork helped shape what the show is today.

Episode Highlights

• Celebrating 100 episodes of the Get In Your Business Podcast
• Megan Molix guest hosts the milestone episode
• Alison and Kanan reflect on the show’s personality and purpose
• Favorite stories from past guests and local history
• Funny off-mic moments and bloopers from production
• How Get In Your Business evolved from business videos to podcast episodes
• The Camden County Chamber’s role in connecting people and businesses
• Why storytelling helps people love where they live
• A look ahead at the next 100 episodes

Memorable Theme

This episode is about more than a podcast milestone. It is about 100 conversations, 100 stories, and 100 reasons to celebrate Camden County.

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Celebrate Episode 100 and hear the story behind the stories that helped make Get In Your Business a true Camden County community podcast.

In this powerful episode of the Get ’N Your Business Podcast, host Alison Shores sits down with Michelle and Melissa from Mothers of Veteran Suicide for a heartfelt conversation about grief, healing, faith, and community support.

Michelle shares how her journey began while traveling the country in an American flag-wrapped RV, connecting with veterans, first responders, and families impacted by loss. After meeting mothers who had lost their children to veteran suicide, her mission shifted toward creating a safe, faith-based support system for the families left behind.

Together, Michelle and Melissa discuss the ripple effect of suicide, healing retreats for mothers, free grief counseling resources, support for grandmothers raising grandchildren, and the Hope After Loss Initiative. They also share how Camden County businesses, churches, counselors, and volunteers can help support families walking through unimaginable grief.

This episode is a reminder that no family should have to grieve alone.

In This Episode Michelle’s journey from veteran outreach to family support How Mothers of Veteran Suicide began Why suicide loss impacts entire families and communities Healing retreats and messages in bottles Free grief counseling opportunities Support for grandmothers raising grandchildren The awareness RV covered in butterfly memorials
The Hope After Loss Initiative
How Camden County can volunteer, donate, and partner

Connect with Mothers of Veteran Suicide

Email: support@mothersofveteransuicide.org
Call/Text: 585-729-0966
Website: mothersofveteransuicide.org

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