Episodios

  • Legacy Wealth/Legacy Insurance

    Legacy Wealth/Legacy Insurance
    Nov 18 2025
    In this episode of Talk Local to Me, hosts Heather and Mike spotlight local business events, holiday activities, and community initiatives in Central Virginia. They interview representatives from Legacy Wealth and Legacy Insurance, discussing financial literacy, wealth management, and the importance of business and personal insurance. The episode highlights charitable partnerships, such as supporting BARK animal shelter and the Legacy Lights holiday display, and emphasizes the value of proactive financial planning and community engagement. Listeners are encouraged to support local businesses, participate in festive events, and connect with trusted professionals for their financial and insurance needs.
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    46 m
  • Lynchburg Symphony Orchestra and Infinity Day Spa

    Lynchburg Symphony Orchestra and Infinity Day Spa
    Nov 12 2025
    59 m
  • Valor Ridge Wildlife Removal and Bedford Vietnam Veterans Memorial

    Valor Ridge Wildlife Removal and Bedford Vietnam Veterans Memorial
    Nov 5 2025
    In this episode of Talk Local to Me, host Heather Alto highlights local business efforts and festive happenings, including the “Shopper on the Shelf” campaign and upcoming Christmas parades. She’s joined by Christopher from Valley Ridge Wildlife Removal, who shares humane approaches to managing nuisance wildlife such as snakes, bats, and raccoons throughout Central Virginia. The episode also features Leslie, who discusses the new Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Bedford and its upcoming dedication ceremony. Listeners are invited to support local businesses, take part in community celebrations, and discover more about local history and wildlife management.
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    53 m
  • Chapel Creek Farms, Spark Innovation Center, and Autumn Marie Fitness

    Chapel Creek Farms, Spark Innovation Center, and Autumn Marie Fitness
    Oct 29 2025
    1 h y 5 m
  • Sweet Indulgence Bakery and Mission Clarity

    Sweet Indulgence Bakery and Mission Clarity
    Oct 22 2025
    In this episode of Talk Local To Me, hosts Heather and Mike shine a light on the power of collaboration and community within Central Virginia’s small business landscape. They share the latest local business updates, spotlight upcoming events, and welcome Ashley Beesley of Sweet Indulgence Bakery, who shares how her bakery’s mission supports and empowers trauma survivors. Joined by Rob from Mission Clarity, the conversation delves into the value of mission-driven storytelling, compassionate leadership, and trauma-informed workplaces showing how local businesses can cultivate resilience, growth, and meaningful connections throughout the community.
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    1 h y 17 m
  • Puzzled Events and Creative Cove Designs

    Puzzled Events and Creative Cove Designs
    Oct 15 2025
    56 m
  • Vincent Van Gogh Cafe

    Vincent Van Gogh Cafe
    Oct 8 2025
    In this episode of Talk Local to Me, host Mike chats with Jesse Reynolds and Jordan Wise, who shares the inspiration behind his new venture, the Vincent Van Gogh Café in Central Virginia. Jordan discusses the café’s mission to unite art, wellness, and spirituality, reflecting on personal experiences with family, illness, and faith that shaped his vision. The conversation spotlights the café’s dedication to uplifting local artists, providing wholesome food, and building meaningful community connections. Listeners will also hear about the upcoming grand opening and the importance of collaboration among local businesses through the Central Virginia Business Coalition.
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    1 h y 5 m
  • Mothers of Veteran Suicide and Lynchburg Out of the Darkness Walk

    Mothers of Veteran Suicide and Lynchburg Out of the Darkness Walk
    Oct 1 2025
    In this episode of Talk Local to Me, hosts Heather and Mike look back at the successful Center Fest in Bedford and share a preview of upcoming holiday happenings, including the “Parade of Trees,” local Christmas parades, and Bedford’s annual tree lighting celebration. They also spotlight Small Business Saturday’s “Shopper on the Shelf” initiative, designed to encourage support for neighborhood shops.
    Special guests from Mothers Against Veteran Suicide and the Lynchburg Out of the Darkness Walk join the conversation to discuss vital mental health resources, suicide prevention, and the power of community healing. Throughout the episode, Heather and Mike emphasize the importance of kindness, self-care, and supporting both veterans and small businesses across Central Virginia.
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    1 h y 8 m