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River City PodcastTake Back Control. Brennan Hilleary - Burnout Prevention Speaking & CoachingIn this inspiring episode, host Jess Ellett sits down with Brennan Hilleary. Brennan is a keynote speaker, Burnout Prevention Coach, Marine Corps veteran, and founder of Build Your Power LLC. Specializing in helping high-achievers break the cycle of burnout and overwhelm, Brennan provides practical, real-world tools to help you reclaim your time, energy, and focus—without compromising your professional success.With a decade of leadership experience, Brennan has guided many driven individuals to shift from feeling exhausted and directionless to feeling clear, confident, and genuinely fulfilled. His approachable style and straightforward frameworks make it...2025-07-0945 min
PodCats - Crime & CocktailsPodCats Discuss: A Deadly American Marriage — The Insane Case of Molly Martens and the Death of her Husband, Jason Corbett.Send us a textMost of the Podcats made it to the mic this week to tackle a documentary with quite possibly the longest title we've ever attempted to pronounce after two cocktails. This is also a part of our new twist - PodCats After Dark. Which means we get pretty raunchy and the content is absolutely unsuitable for anyone under 18. Put on your headphones kitties. In short: A Deadly American Marriage covers the shocking case of Jason Corbett, an Irish businessman living in North Carolina with his wife, Molly Martens. On August 2, 2015, Jason was f...2025-07-0340 min
River City PodcastThe Heat is On G & R ContractingJess Ellett is joined by landscaping pro Chris Gutzmer of G & R Contracting. Chris breaks down what every homeowner needs to know to keep their lawn healthy, green, and thriving during Virginia’s brutal summer heat.From watering schedules to mowing techniques, drought-proof grass strategies, and what NOT to do when it’s scorching outside, Chris shares practical advice that will save you stress—and maybe even your lawn.Whether you're a seasoned green thumb or a total yard-care newbie, this episode is packed with tips to help you protect your curb appeal all summer long. ...2025-07-0109 min
River City PodcastTrust, Transparency, and the BBB: A Conversation with Barry MooreThe Better Business Bureau has long helped consumers find businesses they can trust—and in today’s world, trust is more important than ever. On this episode, Jess Ellett sits down with Barry Moore, President and CEO of the Better Business Bureau since 2022, to talk about how the BBB supports small businesses, the benefits of accreditation for both companies and consumers, and their exclusive partnership with the free music app VA Breeze. Tune in for an insightful look at how the BBB continues to foster transparency, trust, and resilience in the business community.2025-04-2414 min
River City PodcastTurning Grief Into Purpose with Jason B. IngramIn this powerful and heartfelt conversation, Jess Ellett sits down with Jason B. Ingram to discuss his extraordinary journey through grief, healing, and purpose. In a short span of time, Jason has endured unimaginable loss — but rather than letting grief define him, he’s using his story to raise awareness and inspire connection.Jason opens up about how he is honoring the memory of his loved ones by speaking out on issues close to his heart, including unsolved murders, drunk driving, and the vital importance of community support. Through his YouTube channel and new podcast, Let’s Talk w...2025-04-091h 00
River City PodcastHVAC Essential Tips with Mark BlankenshipToday, Jess Ellett speaks with Mark Blankenship, the founder of Blankenship Mechanical. Since launching the company in 2004, Mark and his team have built a reputation for delivering prompt, reliable, and high-quality sales, service, design, and installation for both residential and commercial clients.In this episode of our special HVAC series with Blankenship Mechanical, Jess and Mark explore the most common HVAC issues homeowners face and their solutions. Mark also shares essential seasonal maintenance tips to help keep your system running smoothly year-round. Don’t miss these expert insights to ensure your home stays comfortable in every season!...2025-04-0716 min
River City PodcastNavigating Midlife with Clarity & Confidence: A Conversation with Midore TakadaMidore Takada is a trauma-informed, certified master coach with over 25 years of experience in architecture, design, and construction. Specializing in career-driven women in midlife, she blends cognitive, mindset, somatic, and nervous system expertise to help her clients overcome burnout, navigate uncertainty, and embrace life transitions with confidence.In this episode, Jess Ellett sits down with Midore to explore how she empowers women to uncover their core values, recognize their strengths, and align with their deepest desires—creating a life of balance and fulfillment without compromising their professional ambitions.This conversation is a must-listen for any wo...2025-03-1826 min
Six Figure Business MasteryThe Secret to Building a Powerful Brand on Any Budget: Plan, Brand, Expand! // Jess EllettWant to know the secret to building a powerful brand on any budget? In this episode of Six Figure Business Mastery, Jess Ellett shares expert strategies to plan, brand, and expand—no massive budget required! Learn branding on a budget, small business branding tips, and affordable brand identity design that will help you stand out.We’ll dive into content marketing, digital marketing strategies, and social media storytelling to attract and engage your audience. Plus, discover how to leverage email marketing for brand growth, community partnerships, and influencer marketing to boost visibility and credibility. Thinking about hosting even...2025-03-1723 min
River City Podcast2025 Real Estate Market Predictions with Vicki VogtIn this episode, Jess Ellett sits down with seasoned real estate expert Vicki Vogt to dive into all things real estate—including her insights and predictions for the 2025 market.With 26 years of experience at Long & Foster, Vicki has built a reputation for excellence in residential real estate across the Greater Richmond, Virginia area. She represents buyers, sellers, and investors, bringing a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the table. Among her many achievements, she is especially proud of earning the Certified Residential Specialist (CRS) designation, a distinction he...2025-03-1409 min
River City PodcastLawn & Order with G&R ContractingIn this episode of River City Podcast, host Jess Ellett sits down with Chris Gutzmer, owner of G & R Contracting, a trusted name in Richmond’s landscaping scene. With over 31 years of experience, Chris has worked on everything from cozy backyard retreats to expansive irrigation projects.Join us as Chris shares his expert insights on the latest landscaping and hardscaping trends, essential tips for homeowners looking to enhance their outdoor spaces, and the key elements of curb appeal that can boost property value. From irrigation and drainage solutions to the type of foliage th...2025-02-2622 min
PodCats - Crime & CocktailsPodCats Discuss: This is The Zodiac SpeakingSend us a textJess and Traci are here with a couple of guests to discuss the three-part documentary This is the Zodiac Speaking, streaming on Netflix. But they all pre-gamed WAY too much so this is more like a Bad Moms podcast with hear less lots of inappropriate conversation. We caution you to keep your children out of the car when you listen to this episode. Truely, we were hammered. If you haven't seen this yet, the documentary explores the enduring mystery of the Zodiac killer, who terrorized the Bay Area in the late 1960s...2025-01-3051 min
River City PodcastMaking Every Connection Count: Networking Insights with Dawne Brooks GullaJess Ellett welcomes nationally renowned business networking expert Dawne Brooks Gulla for an insightful discussion on all things networking. This episode is packed with invaluable information, offering something for everyone—from newcomers stepping into the business world to seasoned professionals. You'll gain practical tips to help you truly master the art of successful networking.At 76, Dawne is the epitome of a serial entrepreneur, currently owning 33 URLs for future business ideas and books she’s planning to create. She was an absolute delight to speak with, and we hope you enjoy this inspiring episode!Connect with Dawn...2025-01-2436 min
PodCats - Crime & CocktailsPodCats Discuss: ChowchillaSend us a textThis episode hosts just a couple of kitties - Jess and her guest T Bone. We do have to warn you that the kitties were sipping cocktails for HOURS before they got to Chowchilla so words are slurred and there is some confusion. But we did manage to get most of the story out. If none of what we said made sense, here is what the doc was all about:CNN Films and Max covered what was truly one of the weirdest mass kidnappings in history—the Chowchilla school bus abduction. Th...2025-01-1621 min
PodCats - Crime & CocktailsPodCats Discuss: Anatomy of LiesSend us a textWelcome to Season 6! Traci and Jess sip expresso martinis and discuss the insanity of Ms. Elisabeth Finch as depicted in the documentary "Anatomy of Lies"......currently airing on Peacock. We are captivated by scammer and grifter stories, as are most of us who don’t fabricate fake identities or take other peoples stories as our own. These tales offer a safe, vicarious thrill—an intriguing glimpse into lives seemingly unbound by the usual rules of right and wrong. (Plus, let’s admit it, some of these scammers have an undeniab...2024-12-031h 12
River City PodcastLeashes of ValorToday, Jess Ellett chats with Kristin Davis and Mike Wentworth, who work with Leashes of Valor, a Virginia nonprofit that provides highly-trained service dogs at no cost to wounded and disabled post-9/11 veterans. Their motto is ONE LEASH SAVES TWO LIVES. Leashes of Valor could not do what they do for our veterans without your help. They are always seeking foster homes for their service dogs for the duration of their training time as they get ready for their service. And donor contributions are also critical. And now through Dec. 31, the J...2024-12-0121 min
River City PodcastDoes Your Business Have an Accountable Plan?Business owners! Do you have an Accountable Plan in place? It could offer your business significant tax benefits and be beneficial to your employees who work from home. Today, Retha Valderas stops by to chat with host Jess Ellett about what Accountable Plans are, how to implement them and why they might be a benefit to your business. Valderas Financial prides themselves in their expertise and superior client service. They form a relationship with their clients where they work to make sure every aspect of their finances are in order through cool, calm, accounting.2024-10-2811 min
River City PodcastAdventure Fit - Let's Go!AdventureFIT blends outdoor adventure type activities with traditional strength and conditioning with the ultimate goal of helping people achieve and maintain a healthy lifestyle. Today, Jess Ellett is chatting with the Founder of AdventureFit, Chris Wheless and the owner of Bend Movement, Ben Klingelhofer. If you are looking to go on an outdoor adventure, this is a podcast worth listening to! Chris is a certified strength and conditioning specialist in the national strength and conditioning Association. He has over two decades of experience training athletes of all different levels as well as the general population, including seniors...2024-10-1119 min