Épisodes

  • Cabi and Hilton Hotels

    Cabi and Hilton Hotels
    Apr 22 2026
    In this episode of Talk Local to Me, hosts Heather and Mike celebrate Earth Day and Professional Assistants Day while highlighting upcoming CVABC events, including a Coffee Talk, the Women in Power conference, and a Putt Putt Tournament. Fashion stylist Sherrie introduces Cabi, a women's clothing brand offering personalized styling experiences. Jennifer from Hilton Hotels shares the brand's global reach, local community involvement during their Global Week of Engagement, and exclusive perks for CVABC members. The hosts wrap up by emphasizing the value of CVABC membership and community connection.
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    1 h et 17 min
  • Tea Time: Blue Ridge Town & Country Real Estate Team

    Tea Time: Blue Ridge Town & Country Real Estate Team
    Apr 21 2026
    Angela Joy and Mason Dudley share the founding story of the Blue Ridge Town & Country Real Estate Team, discussing their backgrounds, the challenges they’ve faced, and their passion for helping clients build wealth through real estate. Tony Goodman of Atlantic Union Bank provides insight into home financing options and available grants. The conversation highlights the supportive local business environment, the importance of persistence, and the value of investing in the community.
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    11 min
  • The Kidd Team Insurance and Love Heals

    The Kidd Team Insurance and Love Heals
    Apr 15 2026
    In this episode of Talk Local to Me, hosts Heather and Mike recap their successful Home and Health Expo before welcoming two guests. Amanda from The Kidd Team explains how her agency helps Central Virginians navigate Medicare, Medicaid, and health insurance, debunking common enrollment myths. Courtney and Sarah from Love Heals nonprofit discuss their mission of supporting people facing medical hardships through benefit concerts, caregiver meetups, and community advocacy. The episode highlights an upcoming concert benefiting community member Ashley, recovering from surgery complications, with the Central Virginia Business Coalition serving as a presenting sponsor.
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    1 h et 10 min
  • Tea Time: Chapel Creek Farms

    Tea Time: Chapel Creek Farms
    Apr 14 2026
    Melody Divers of Chapel Creek Farms shares how she and her husband, Johnny, transitioned from teaching and landscaping to full-time farming across 2,000 acres in Bedford County. Named after their two sons, Chapel Creek Farms offers grass-fed beef shares, seasonal cider, and agritourism events. Melody discusses the challenges of learning business skills from scratch, the value of community support, and the importance of building a lasting family legacy. She also highlights their upcoming “Burgers and Bluegrass” event on April 25th in Montvale, Virginia.
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    20 min
  • Hill City Picnics and PJ at the Lake

    Hill City Picnics and PJ at the Lake
    Apr 8 2026
    In this episode of Talk Local to Me, host Heather Alto flies solo, covering upcoming local events including the Central Virginia Home and Garden Show, the Empower Women's Conference, and the CVABC Open putt-putt tournament. Guest Danielle introduces Hill City Picnics, her luxury picnic experience business in Lynchburg, offering curated setups for dates, proposals, and group events. Real estate agent PJ then discusses Smith Mountain Lake's appeal, shares tips on avoiding contractor scams, and promotes the fifth annual SML Buzz community event benefiting local nonprofits.
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    55 min
  • Tea Time: Cabi

    Tea Time: Cabi
    Apr 7 2026
    Sherrie McNamara, local owner of Cabi, shares her journey of joining the company during the pandemic and the challenges of building brand awareness without a traditional storefront. She discusses how Cabi empowers women through community-driven shopping experiences and personal connections. The conversation highlights the importance of supporting local businesses, the unique value Cabi brings to Central Virginia, and the joy she finds in helping women feel confident and connected through fashion.
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    8 min
  • Mountain Laurel Learning and Finding Purpose

    Mountain Laurel Learning and Finding Purpose
    Apr 1 2026
    In this episode of Talk Local to Me, hosts Heather and Mike welcome two local business owners. Rebecca Mason of Mountain Laurel Learning discusses her professional training services, including ServSafe food safety certification courses and an upcoming DISC personality assessment program designed to improve workplace communication. Cindy Burns introduces her rebranded business, Still Living, where she works as a grief coach specializing in supporting widows through their unique grief journey. Both guests highlight their commitment to serving the Lynchburg community and share how listeners can connect with their businesses.
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    1 h et 4 min
  • Shipley Do-Nuts and Puzzled Foundation

    Shipley Do-Nuts and Puzzled Foundation
    Mar 25 2026
    59 min