Spotlighting Stories

A hot summer day in Texas changed the lives of countless squirrels. Meet Breyana Elwell, creator of the squirrel resort!

A unique sign in Berkeley Springs, West Virginia sparks an amazing learning moment. Meet Alana Hartman from the West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection!

I thought I was the biggest Great Blue Heron fan in San Francisco...until I talked to this week's guest. Meet Nancy DeStefanis, the Heron Lady of Golden Gate Park!

For the first time, this week's episode features a mystery guest! Tune in to find out why I'm protecting their anonymity. 

An herbalist in Berkeley Springs, West Virginia enlightens me about health & wellness. Meet Tina Pirrone, owner of Sage Moon Herb Shop & Healing Center!

A delicious meal in Berkeley Springs, West Virginia inspired me to learn more about vegetarian meals. Meet Mary Fairchild, owner of Mary's Vegetarian Cafe & Bistro!

I was a water judge in the Berkeley Springs International Water Tasting. Tune in to hear about my one-of-a-kind experience!

I was riding my e-bike through Golden Gate Park and spotted a talented musician playing the piano. Meet Sam Dosick from Supergutter!

On my bus ride home, I noticed a woman making a statement. Hear the story of Brianna Allen, creator of The Momologue Collective!

I traveled to Austin, Texas to learn more about the International Packaged Ice Association. Hear four interviews from industry experts about a world you're probably not too familiar with!

The owner of one of my favorite restaurants shares his incredible journey. Meet Doug Marschke from Underdogs!

A label on a bag of ice ignites a profound learning lesson. Meet Maria Maggio, Executive Director of the International Packaged Ice Association!

Franny Corsick returns to the show to recap this year's edition of her star-studded annual event: The 3 Legged Dog Picnic!

The food truck business is no joke, but it's also incredibly rewarding. Just ask Nory Michelle, owner of Yo Soy Ceviche!

I interviewed my white wale in his first-ever podcast interview. Meet Rob Fambrini, the owner of Morucci's Si Mangia Bene!

I learned about another iconic club within Golden Gate Park that has also been around for over 100 years. Meet nine members of the San Francisco Lawn Bowling Club!

When I found out that people had been sailing model yachts at Golden Gate Park for over 100 years, I wanted to learn more. Meet Rob Weaver, Commodore of the San Francisco Model Yacht Club!

After buying mushrooms at my local Farmers Market, I was inspired to dig deeper. Meet Emily Hill, owner of Ashby Fungi!

As I began to learn more about water, I discovered the largest and longest-running water tasting in the world. Meet Jill Klein Rone and Arthur von Wiesenberger from the Berkeley Springs International…

Biking to golf doesn't have to be an annoying inconvenience. Meet Bob Huguelet, the founder of Side Street Golf and the creator of the Back9 Golf Backpack!