In our final episode ever, we sit down with an incredible young woman who embodies everything that inspired us to start this podcast in 2020: small town success stories and a celebration of great character, unique perspectives, and a passion for country and service. In this episode, we talk with Darien native Emma Powless and her mother, Amy, about her experience at the U.S. Military Academy at West Point. Emma grew up in Darien and tells us what it's like to choose that path; from the admissions process to jumping out of helicopters and successfully completing Ranger School. She inspires us, like all our guests have, to share these remarkable Darien stories.

Aesthetic "plastic" surgery seems to be more popular than ever before... yet no one talks about it. In this episode, we demystify the operations women (and men) are getting these days - what's most popular, why it's done, the importance of discretion how much it costs. Dr. Gregory LaTrenta is one of the country's top plastic surgeons and with offices here in Darien, CT, he helps us peek behind the curtain on a billion dollar industry that many are intimidated to ask about.

Listen to Darien's own Spencer Knight, 2024 NHL Stanley Cup Champion, share his athletic journey with us. From Rising Stars at Darien Ice Rink to the challenges and realities of playing professional sports, this young man demonstrates work ethic, humility and determination at its highest level.