The Community Cast
Welcome and thank you for tuning into the Community Cast, a podcast by Chalmers Insurance Group. Since 1857, Chalmers has helped Maine and New Hampshire businesses and families protect what is most important to them. Each episode will feature a team member from Chalmers interviewing entrepreneurs, neighbors and local leaders about their stories, lessons learned, and how they are paying it forward in their communities. Whether you run your own business, or steward a local passion project, this is the podcast for you.
- Update frequency
- every 10 days
- Average duration
- 34 minutes
- Episodes
- 102
- Years Active
- 2021 - 2025
Making Meaningful Decisions with Craig Freshley
In this episode, Steve Cote interviews Craig Freshley, founder and owner of Good Group Decisions. Craig is a professional meeting facilitator, speaker, trainer, and author of "Together We Decide." St…
From Salsa to Radio with Kelly Towle
In this episode, Carissa Chipman interviews Kelly Towle, co-owner of Plucked Fresh Salsa and co-host of The Blake Show with Kelly & Todd. They discuss how Plucked Fresh Salsa came to fruition; how p…
Building Your Personal Brand with Debra Boggs
In this episode, Carissa Chipman interviews Debra Boggs, Co-Founder of D&S Professional Coaching. They discuss tips for using LinkedIn for networking; how you can grow in your current role; and manag…
Grain to Glass with Christopher Burk
In this episode, Steve Cote interviews Christopher Burk, owner of Cathedral Ledge Distillery in North Conway, NH. They discuss Chris’s transition from finance to the craft spirit industry; the labor …
Building Community Through Food with Cherie Scott
In this episode, Dottie Chalmers Cutter, interviews Cherie Scott, owner of Mumbai to Maine. In this episode they discussed how Cherie’s recipes came to fruition; how community has been the foundati…
The Intersection of Community and Conservation with Sarah Stanley
In this episode, Steve Cote interviews Sarah Stanley, New England Program Manager at the National Forest Foundation. They discuss the impact of collaborating with community partners; details about t…
Overcoming Adversity with Shawn Moody
In this episode, Ethan Johnson interviews Shawn Moody, owner of Moody’s Collision with over 10 locations in Maine. They discuss the challenges Shawn faced when started his business at a young age; ho…
Creating A Meaningful Life with Rebecca Fraser-Thill
Providing Support to Family-Owned Businesses with Catherine Wygant Fossett
In this episode, Dottie Chalmers Cutter interviews Catherine Wygant Fossett, Executive Director of the Institute for Family-Owned Business (IFOB). They discuss how the places Catherine has lived and …
Creating Hope Through Wishes with Kate Vickery
In this episode Carissa Chipman interviews Kate Vickery, President & CEO of Make-A-Wish Maine. They discuss who Make-A-Wish serves and the common misconceptions; how they provide hope to the Wish K…
Selling the Maine Lifestyle with Chris Lynch
Reinventing the Arcade Scene with Dave Aceto
Helping Children Develop Healthy Lifelong Habits with Julie Mulkern
In this episode, Jim Chalmers interviews Julie Mulkern, Executive Director of WinterKids. They discuss how WinterKids works to brings outdoor winter activities to children in Maine and New Hampshire…
The Craft of Printing with David Nemi
In this episode, Dottie Chalmers Cutter interviews David Nemi, 3rd Generation and General Manager of Franklin Printing in Farmington, Maine. They discuss navigating the transition to the next generat…
Turning Sap Into Syrup with Lyle Merrifield
In this episode, Carissa Chipman interviews Lyle Merrifield, owner of Merrifield Farm in Gorham, Maine. They discuss how maple syrup is produced; the tradition of Maine Maple Sunday; and how climate …
Standing the Test of Time with Joe Corey
Showcasing the Beauty of Maine with Erin Ovalle
Tuning in to Your Community with Greg Frizzell
Creating a Community Outlet with Carrie Burkett
In this episode, Steve Cote interviews Carrie Burkett, Executive Director of the North Conway Community Center. They discuss the challenges the Community Center faces; the important role that recreat…
Building a Brand with Alaina Marie Harris
In this episode, Carissa Chipman interviews Alaina Marie Harris, owner of Alaina Marie in South Portland, ME. They discuss what inspired her to make her iconic bait bag, how she constantly stays cre…