Appalachian Treasures & Dreams

On this episode, Christie and Ryan sit down with local entrepreneur Diamond Lewis, owner of many local businesses like Ashland Outlet, Sideburns, & Oasis Point.  We discuss               Diamond's start, his ups and downs, and how he got to where he is today.  Take some time to listen and learn what has made him successful and hopefully you'll get something out of               it to inspire your entrepreneur spirit.

This episode we have a conversation with Norma Meek and talk about her career in Education and all her volunteer week she does locally to help better our community.  So, take a moment and click the play button and enjoy learning about a wonderful local lady. 

On this episode we sit down with our local renaissance man, Jeremy Holbrook. A man who wears many hats, father, husband, Executive Director of The Neighborhood in            Ashland, Boyd County Commissioner and archery coach. This was a very inspirational and emotional conversation that you won't want to miss, so take some time to listen            and because we know you will enjoy it.

On this episode, we sit down again with our local Executive Director, Amber Whitley and Jeff Hornyak, Regional Philanthropy Officer from the American Red Cross.  The Red Cross needs all our help locally, especially volunteers.  Amber & Jeff talk about not only how to volunteer, but other ways you can help the Red Cross.

On this episode, we sit down with Hunter Boyd, Boyd County's Economic Development Director, and Andrew Steele, Executive Director of Boyd County Tourism and Convention Bureau.  We talk about the past couple years and how Boyd County has gotten to where they are and what is to come in the Future. Especially the upcoming Rock The Country Music Festival, featuring Kid Rock and Jason Aldean.

On this episode, Christie and Ryan sit down city commissioner Josh Blanton and continue our conversations about the changes taking place in Ashland and what the future                   holds both the city and Josh.  Please take some time and listen in.  We think you'll enjoy what you hear. 

On this episode Christie & Ryan site down with Mike Graese, City Manager of Ashland; Steve Cole, City Engineer of Ashland; and Erica Bonner, Ashland's Public Information Officer.   We had a lot of different topics we wanted to get into, but all our conversation was about the renovations taking place on Winchester Avenue and the rest of the downtown area.  This episode is packed with a lot of valuable information, but we will warn you now, it a little length so set aside some time or listen to it in segments.

On this episode, Christie and Ryan sit down with a few friends they graduated with from the high school class.  They talk about what it was like growing up in the 80’s and how it compares to kids today.  Stop in and listen because this one proves to be a lot of fun and I would say a lot of you will get a little out of this

On this episode, Christie and Ryan sit down with Sen. Robin Webb to talk about her personal, professional, and political life.  We get some of the current local events she is involved in and some of what she has been involved in to support our local community.  So, take some time and listen in.

On this episode, Christie and Ryan sit down to speak with Rod Hieneman from Community Hospice in Ashland, KY.  Rod is the Chief Executive Officer of Community Hospice and talks about their services and his experiences working in hospice care.  It is a very interesting conversation and one everyone should take some time to listen to.  Rod and his staff do a wonderful and difficult job and deserves the recognition for it.  So take some time to listen in.

On this episode, Christie and Ryan side down and talk with Amber Whitley, Executive Director, American Red Cross Tri-State Chapter and Shawn Boggs, Tri-State Chapter Board Member.  We get into everything American Red Cross from blood drives to volunteer opportunity.  Stop in a spend an hour of your week and learn more about the American Red Cross Tri-State Chapter.

On this episode, Christie and Ryan get the microphones turned around on them.  We got a chance to sit down with Dr. Jodelle Yount on her podcast/YouTube channel broadcast and be interviewed by her.  We talk about our podcast what we have going on and a lot of things that our part of our lives.  We hope you enjoy it and come back next week for another exciting episode.

This podcast Christie & Ryan sit down with Amy Compston with Amy for Africa.  She talks about his missionary projects in Africa and her personal story and experiences with their school.  So take some time and listen in and maybe get inspired to help out with their mission.  THIS IS A MUST LISTEN.

On this episode, Christie and Ryan sit down with Elizabeth Monarch, President of the Kentucky Association of Realtors and Broker/Owner of The Monarch Group and also, Christie’s boss.  We talk about what is going on in the state of KY in the real estate industry.  We get into the state of the market, legislative issues, and some other issues in the real estate field.  This is not a long interview and very interesting is you are looking to buy or sell a home or maybe if you are just a homeowner.  So stop in and listen and if you would like some more information, please let us know.

Christie and I are back and this time we have a good one for you.  If you are a big music, theater, and/or comedy this one is for you.  Holly Canfield from the Paramount Arts Center came by and sit down with us to talk about what is going on and to come at the Paramount.  She gets into some of the recent events and talks about what is coming in the first.  So take some time to listen and visit the Paramount’s website to learn how you can get tickets for upcoming events and how to become a PAC Pass member.

We are back from out summer break and this week we sit down with Ellen Keaton, Executive Director of the Boyd County Fair.  Ellen gives us all the information for this year’s Boyd County Fair.  So take some time to listen in and get all the information you need for you trip to the fair.

This week Christie & Ryan sit down with Scott Martin, Director of Operations for the Ashland Alliance.  We get into some what the Alliance is into currently and we also have an update with the progress they are making with the new Sandy’s Gaming & Racing building.  Scott, Christie, and myself received and invitation to tour the facility so we can update everyone on what is happening.  We hope you joy the episode.

On this episode, Christie & Ryan sit down with Scott Campbell, Executive Director of the Ashland Area YMCA.  Scott talks about what brought him to the “Y” and all the updates and changes that are taking place.  Stop in and listen to this one and get more information about one of the jewels of Ashland.

Here is the latest on what is happening with Revolutionary Racing Kentucky.  Stop in an get an update on the progress they are marking and what is going to be taking place over the next few months.  Christie & Ryan sit down with Shelby & TJ Morrison to bring you the information you have been wondering about.  It was a lot of fun taking with them and we think you will enjoy it also.   

This week Christie & Ryan sit down with Jamie Garner & Laura Spitler, two parents who have home schooled their children for years.  We talked about their experiences with home schooling and give some advice to help someone who is considering home schooling themselves.

In this week’s episode, Christie and Ryan talk with Eric Boos, principal of Holy Family Schools.  Eric talks about the history of Holy Family and what the private Christian school has to offer.  Download the episode and learn more about the Irish. 

Robert Pleasant, the Director of Student Services, stopped in today to talk about some exciting things happening at Ohio University Southern and events they have coming up.  Drop in and listen to learn more about a wonderful institution we have here in our Appalachian area!

Join us for today's special episode.  We dedicated this entire episode to Revitalize Russell.  Listen to the POWERHOUSE women who volunteer and devote a lot of time and energy into improving the city they love!

On this Episode, in the Real Estate segment, we sit down with Judy Robinson from Ross Real Estate Services and Allison Goble from Re/Max Realty Connection to discuss what is going on in the local real estate market.  Along with Christie, they will give you some advice and options from different levels of real estate experience.  And in the Community segment, we sit down with Marshall Tyson, the new CEO of United Way of Northeast Kentucky to see how he is enjoying his new job and what they have going on.

On this episode, in the Real Estate segment, we talk more about Christie’s New Adventure.  Now we talk more about the financing of a renovation or flip.  And in the Community segment, we sit down with Ann Perkins, Executive Director of Safe Harbor of NE KY, Inc. and Brooke Seasor the Director of Resource Development at Ashland Community and Technical College.  We get into what both ladies are doing for the their respective organizations and what they have coming up.

This week, in the Real Estate segment, we talk about downpayment requirements for mortgage and places the money can come from.  And in the Community segment, we speak with Bradley Burck with Cabell Huntington Hospital & St. Mary’s Medical Center Foundations.  He’ll let us know what they have going on and events coming up.

This week, in our Real Estate segment, Christie and Ryan talk more about Christie’s New Adventure with a couple of SPECIAL guests and in the Community Segment we dive into a delicious food conversation with Sam & Joyce Peters from Patter Fam Sauces and cooking school.

On today’s episode, in the Real Estate Segment, Christie & Ryan talk with Mark Hanni from J. Ryan Insurance Group about insuring you home.  And in our Community segment, we talk with Dr. Todd Brand about what is going on lately at Ashland Community & Technical College.

On today’s episode, in the Real Estate segment, Ryan & Christie talk about a new project Christie is taking on.  And in the Community Segment, we talk with Laura Patrick & Scott Hill from Kings Daughter Medical Center and Foundation.  Take some time and listen in and we believe you will enjoy what you hear.

On this episode Christie puts Ryan to the test talking about the mortgage process during the Real Estate segment and in the Community segment we talk with Kim Jenkins from the Highland Museum in Ashland, KY about what been happening with the museum and what the Highlands has coming up.

This week Christie and Ryan talk about selling your house.  Christie brings a lot of great suggestions on listing and selling your home in today’s market.  After that they have a wonderful conversation with Jason and Elizabeth Camp.  The Camps talk about Camp Landing and their other projects and business.

Christie and Ryan bring you a Special Episode.  Listen to Mick Fosson, Mike Thompson, and Donald & April Perry talk about the Tri-State Angel Investment Group and the Glockner Dare to Dream Pitch Competition for high school students.  There is some great information for people and students wanting to create and learn about starting or expanding a business.  Take some time and listen and you will learn about a jewel of our local Appalachian region.

Welcome to the ATAD Podcast! On today's episode, Boyd County Tourism Director Andrew Steele tells the skinny on the great things happening in our community!