Main Street Reimagined Podcast
This is a podcast for dreamers, creators, developers, and entrepreneurs to learn, share, and be inspired to change your community through small business.
- Update frequency
- every 7 days
- Average duration
- 53 minutes
- Episodes
- 53
- Years Active
- 2024 - 2025
Episode 32: Sidney Series: Seth Middleton Shares a 10 Year Revitalization Journey
As a fourth-generation farmer with a background in agricultural and commercial banking, Seth recognized downtown Sidney’s potential when few others did. Starting in 2015, he began acquiring vacant bu…
Episode 31: Dreamers, Developers, and the Art of Community Building with Andy Warnock
Are you curious about how small towns can thrive again? Join us for this enlightening conversation as Luke Henry welcomes Andy Warnock to the Main Street Reimagined podcast, where they unfold fascina…
Episode 30: What Exactly is Downtown Marion, Inc? A Conversation with Allen & Cheryl
This episode shines a light on the transformative efforts of Downtown Marion Inc, currently being led by Executive Director Allen Wilson and Board President Cheryl Wickersham. They share how the orga…
Episode 29: Crafting Dreams—The Edgework Creative Journey
In this week’s episode, we explore the inspiring journey of Edgework Creative, a custom fabrication shop based in Columbus, Ohio that specializes in unique furniture and architectural pieces for both…
Episode 28: Stitching Success; Candice DeWitt's Entrepreneurial Journey
Have you ever thought of turning your hobby into a business? Join us as we unlock the journey of Candice DeWitt, the owner of Stitch and Skein, whose passion for fiber arts led her to create a belove…
Episode 27: Reviving Spaces; Lois Fisher's Impact on Marion's Downtown
From the back hills of West Virginia to the vibrant streets of Marion, Ohio, Lois Fisher has been a driving force in downtown revitalization. Luke calls her the "Matriarch of Marion". Lois has an ext…
Episode 26: Family Business, Community Engagement, and Restaurant Innovation with Brad Winner
Brad Winner, a seasoned entrepreneur literally raised in the food and beverage industry, joins us on the Main Street Reimagined podcast to share his journey from growing up in a family-run grocery an…
Season 1 Recap: Themes, Lessons, and Takeaways with Luke Henry
In this episode, Luke recaps the first season of the Main Street Reimagined Podcast with discussion around the major themes and takeaways from the first 24 episodes! He not only touches on some of th…
Episode 24: From Professor to Business Owner: Insurance, Community, and Personal Transformation with Katie Grimes
What happens when a college professor trades the classroom for the world of insurance? Join us as we sit down with Katie Grimes, owner of Shamrock Insurance Agency in Marion, Ohio, who did just that.…
Episode 23: Leading Change; Chamber Advocacy, Community Engagement, and Leadership Insights with Heidi Jones
Heidi Jones, President of the Marion Area Chamber of Commerce, joins us on this episode to unravel the intricacies of leading the community business hub. As she dispels myths about the Chamber, Heidi…
Episode 22: Connecting People & Stories Through Historic Transformation with Lily Lloyd & Sophie Johnston
What does it take to transform a historic building into a vibrant cocktail lounge that tells a story with every sip? Join us on the Main Street Reimagined Podcast as we explore this journey with the …
Episode 21: Banking, Charcuterie, and Events: Navigating Challenges & Opportunities with Leiha Lamb
Ever wondered what it takes to leave a stable banking career to chase your culinary dreams? Join us as Leiha Lamb, the visionary behind The Nest and Yellow Finch Creations, shares her fascinating jou…
Episode 20: Ten Things Boutique Retailers Can Do Through the Holidays & Beyond with Lindsey Henry
The 20th episode of the Main Street Reimagined Podcast features our most popular guest, Lindsey Henry, the innovative mind behind Lulu's Toy Co. and Luke’s amazing wife. Luke and Lindsey share insigh…
Episode 19: Community Soul: Downtowns & Small Businesses with Luke Henry
Join Luke Henry for a solo episode where he tells a story about his experience in a quaint Minnesota town, where the stark difference between the lively downtown and the surrounding commercial sprawl…
Episode 18: Create Your Dream Job with Beth Fox
Ever wondered how a leap from the corporate world can lead to a flourishing small-town business? Meet Beth Fox, one of Downtown Marion’s newest business owners, who traded her career at Mac Tools for…
Episode 17: Revitalizing Marion; Vision, Innovation, and Community Growth with Mayor Bill Collins
Listen in on the story of how a law enforcement veteran turns city leader, whose vision for Marion is reshaping the status quo through innovative public-private partnerships. Mayor Collins shares how…
Episode 16: Coffee & Community: The Remnant's Journey with Jamie Riffe and Abigail Jordan
What happens when two determined ladies take the leap to chase their entrepreneurial dreams? Jamie Riffe and Abigail Jordan, the mother-daughter duo from The Remnant Tea & Coffee, share their story o…
Episode 15: Dancing Through Life: Business, Family, and Community with Emilee Irey
Emilee Irey, the inspiring owner of Irey Dance Academy, shares her whirlwind journey over the last few years from dancer, to wife, to mom, to business owner. Once a dancer and instructor at the Edye …
Episode 14: From Insurance Agent to Deli Owner with Mike Zucker
Meet Mike Zucker, a cornerstone of the Marion community who seamlessly transitioned from running Zucker Insurance Agency to founding Mike's Deli on Main. In this episode, Mike takes us through his ad…
Episode 13: Relationships through Insurance with Logan Kirk
Logan Kirk joins the Main Street Reimagined Podcast this week to tell his story, as well as that of Dostal & Kirk Insurance & Financial Services. From the humble beginnings of his father taking a ris…