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Biz Heroes with JPHFrom Hobby to Business: Phyllis Brooks' Journey with DreamationsCan a hobby turned into a business venture serve as a therapeutic escape? Join me, Joanna Patrice Haggerty, at the 2023 Holiday Pop-Up Market at the Asheville Mall as I engage with Phyllis Brooks, the creative genius behind Dreamations by Phyllis. This episode revolves around Phyllis's artistic journey from an idyllic hobby to a successful business venture, born out of her passion for painting picturesque landscapes. Inspired by the iconic Bob Ross, Phyllis takes us through the origin of her charming business name, 'Dreamations,' and how her art has become a much-needed stress reliever amidst her full-time job responsibilities.2023-12-0605 minBiz Heroes with JPHUnveiling the Dark World of Child Marriage: Sandra Grace's StoryHave you ever wondered how deeply personal tragedies can be transformed into powerful missions for change? Meet Sandra Grace, a woman who's turned her harrowing past into a relentless fight against child marriage and trafficking. As the founder and executive director of 'Who Gives this Child', Sandra uses her story not just as a testament to her resilience, but as a compelling call to arms. Sold into marriage at a tender age of 14 by her own mother, Sandra is now leading efforts to raise the marriageable age in North Carolina to 18, through legislative change.In an insightful...2023-12-0606 minBiz Heroes with JPHExploring the Unseen: An Adventure into Consciousness with Shifra NerenbergStep into the mesmerizing world of intuition with Shifra Nerenberg, the intuitive maestro behind Spiral Intuitive. From developing your intuitive prowess to exploring past lives through guided visualizations, this episode is a mysterious adventure into the unseen realms of our conscious existence. Shifra opens up about her fascinating work as an animal communicator, her unique approach to tarot and Oracle readings, and her passion for pairing felines with their human counterparts. Get ready to tear down the conditioned barriers around intuition and awaken to the wisdom inherent within your existence.The second half of the episode takes...2023-12-0606 minBiz Heroes with JPHFree Training: Taking an Honest Look at Goals & Anti-Goals + Project ManagementWelcome to Art Hero’s with JPH, where we believe art can heal, connect and galvanize.This is our second episode of our NEW monthly mini- training series with myself, Johanna Patrice Hagarty. Each episode will correspond with our Art Hero Group Coaching Program and will serve 3 purposes: 1st It will serve as additional education for my current students since you can’t teach everything there is to know about a topic in 1hr2nd: It will serve as a free resource for anyone looking to learn about a specific business foundations topic- because while...2023-02-2821 minBiz Heroes with JPHJPH Mini Training: 3 Tips for a Winning Mindset in Business!Johanna Patrice Hagarty (or JPH) has personally founded two 6-figure companies and has helped bring in over 10 million dollars for nonprofits and small businesses. She also consults on marketing and development with dozens of small businesses and has worked with the Small Business Administration and several of the largest entrepreneurial institutions across North Carolina. Her business Art Hero, LLC turned 1 on January 18th, 2023, and was founded on the idea that art can heal, connect, and galvanize. Currently offering an online foundational business course, group coaching, and consulting- Art Hero is always looking for w...2023-01-3121 min
Biz Heroes with JPHGuest: Tricia Tripp, Owner of Winter Magnolia Designs & Hearts Gone South Lead SingerTricia Tripp is the lead singer/band leader of Hearts Gone South and the owner of Winter Magnolia Designs, a local design business specializing in murals, custom artwork, and prints. She has lived in Asheville for over 18 years and travels around the region playing music and painting murals. Winter Magnolia DesignsIG: @wintermagnoliadesignsWeb: https://www.wintermagnoliadesigns.com/Hearts Gone SouthIG: @heartsgonesouthBandcamp: https://heartsgonesouth.bandcamp.com/Youtube: https://www.y...2023-01-2421 min
Biz Heroes with JPHGuest: P.T.P - Peter the PoetEmcee/Lyricist - NYC to Asheville Contact/Booking: peter.the.poet.us@gmail.com Lyrically potent, exceptionally dynamic, fresh, and forthright - P.T.P aka Peter the Poet is a New York City-raised, Asheville-based emcee on the rise.Known for his intensely crafted flows, emphatic vocal performance, and intrepid stage presence - P.T.P blazes his own trail amongst his peers. Championing lyricism, vulnerability, and jagged attitude in Hip-Hop - P.T.P's music orbits a precisely woven core of self-celebration, aggro rebellion, relational reflections, and existential woe. Hi...2023-01-1722 min
Biz Heroes with JPHGuest: Ashley Lieb, Owner of Honey Creek PotteryAshley Lieb, the owner of Honey Creek Pottery, finds her truth, spirit, and therapy within the use and formation of clay. Working with clay, children, and adults alike to share the therapeutic and creative benefits of clay, is a life calling of Ashley's. She has been professionally working with clay for the last 8 years in Asheville. She is on the board of the West Asheville Tailgate Market and also puts on various Craft Events throughout Asheville- the most long-standing event being the Asheville Music Hall/One Stop Holiday Craft Bazaar going into its 6th year this holiday season...2023-01-1022 minBiz Heroes with JPHMonologue: New Year for Art Heroes w/ JPHJohanna Patrice Hagarty (or JPH) has personally founded two 6-figure companies and has helped bring in over 10 million dollars for nonprofits and small businesses. She also consults on marketing and development with dozens of small businesses and has worked with the Small Business Administration and several of the largest entrepreneurial institutions in the Western North Carolina region. With a background in Human Services and over a decade of experience as an Arts and Economic Development Specialist, Marketing Consultant, and Creative Business Coach, Johanna focuses primarily on uplifting under-resourced communities including artists, black and brown individuals, women, and t...2023-01-0321 min
Biz Heroes with JPHGuest: Dr. Laurie McCauley, Veterinary Learning Lecturer & AuthorDr. McCauley graduated in 1992 from Colorado State School of Veterinary Medicine. After six years in general practice, she became a pioneer in the field of Veterinary Rehabilitation, designing the first underwater treadmill for dogs. Dr. McCauley started the first Veterinary Rehabilitation Clinic in 1998, TOPS Veterinary Rehabilitation, and was on faculty at Canine Rehabilitation Institute for 14 years. She is certified in Acupuncture and Chiropractic therapy and in 2014 became Board Certified in Canine Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation. Dr. McCauley is an international lecturer and contributing author in many textbooks and journals. She was awarded the 2011 Iams AARV Award of Excellence in the...2022-12-2022 min
Biz Heroes with JPHGuest: Eliza Hill, Drummer & Professional Bad***!Eliza is a self-taught drummer who began playing drums at 9 years old on a drum set she made herself, and the rest is history. Eliza has been playing in bands since she was 11, and started playing shows and touring out of town at the age of 15. Some of her current projects include Istari, a psych Metal/ rock and roll group, The Smoky Mountains sirens (rock and roll), and Tight. Tight is based out of the Greenville, SC area and brings notes of glam rock, garage, and punk. Constantly growing and evolving, there are many other proj...2022-12-1321 min
Biz Heroes with JPHGuest: Curtis Brown, Theatre Production Photographer for Metropolitan Opera & Sesame StreetRAISED IN RALEIGH, NC - HE NOW LIVES IN HARLEM, NYC.PHOTOGRAPHER FOR OVER 17 YEARS, SPECIALIZING IN THEATRE PRODUCTION PHOTOGRAPHY, HEADSHOTS, AND CONCEPT PROMOTIONAL WORK. WORKING CLOSELY WITH BROADWAY AND OPERA, STRIVING TO BRING A VISUAL REPRESENTATION OF WHAT IS BEING PERFORMED ON STAGE. RECENTLY WORKING WITH THE METROPOLITAN OPERA, AND SESAME STREET IT'S ALWAYS BEEN AN ENTERTAINING DAY WORKING CLOSELY WITH SUCH A RANGE OF CLIENTELE. HE LIKES GUMMY BEARS AND WARM HUGS!Website: https://www.curtisbrownphotography.com/IG: @ curtisbrownphotographyBe sure to visit 2022-12-0621 min
Biz Heroes with JPHMr. I AM ART himself, ARTavius VeaseyWho was born and raised in Memphis, Tennessee. A graduate of Full Sail University receiving his Master's in media design is always looking for ways to challenge his creativity and knowledge. He has a passion for the ARTS and believes his purpose is to empower others to always believe in themselves despite the adversity they may face in life. He understands the importance of representation and strives to be an authentic, positive example he wishes he had growing up for others. Being such a beacon of light, his story and talent have opened doors he would not h...2022-11-2922 min
Biz Heroes with JPHSPECIAL: Asheville Boss BabesAsheville Boss Babes is a special edition radio show with co-hosts CPA, Veronica Edwards and Economic Development Specialist, Johanna Patrice Hagarty. Each episode airs on Biz Radio US’s shows, The Veronica Edwards Show and Art Heroes w/ JPH respectively. Asheville Boss Babes puts an emphasis on women making a difference in their field of expertise and in their community. We want to provide inspiration, support and acknowledge the amazing things women are doing in Western North Carolina and all over the world! About your...2022-11-2221 min
Biz Heroes with JPHGuest: Kelly Sheehan, Sierra Club Senior Director of Energy CampaignsKelly Sheehan is the Senior Director of Energy Campaigns for the Sierra Club, where she leads a national effort to advance climate justice and a transition off of fossil fuels. Kelly joined the Sierra Club in 2012. She has been an environmental activist by passion and by trade for the past twenty years, directing campaigns to protect the environment, training and engaging people to participate in our democracy, and building a movement for social change. Kelly lives in Asheville, NC with her children. She was honored as Best Environmentalist by Blue Ridge Outdoors Magazine and you can often find her...2022-11-1522 min
Biz Heroes with JPHGuest: Karli Stephenson, Urban Designer and Public Art CoordinatorKarli Stephenson joined the City of Asheville as an Urban Designer and Public Art Coordinator in January of 2022. She works on a variety of urban design projects that support and enhance Asheville’s public realm. She manages the Art in the Heart Program, part of the engagement effort for the Pack Square Plaza Visioning and Improvements project. Prior to joining the City of Asheville, she worked for several years with the City of Raleigh's Urban Design Center. She has a Master’s degree in Landscape Architecture from North Carolina State University. Be sure to vi...2022-11-0822 min
Biz Heroes with JPHGuest: Kendra PenlandKendra Penland is a very proud mother of two sons, a musician, small business owner and consultant, and a committed social justice advocate.She attended UNC-Chapel Hill & WCU, resulting in a bachelors and masters degree.Kendra has a strong commercial & business development track record, and has either directed, fundraised, consulted, or served on over 17 local, regional, state-wide, and national non-profit boards, and 7 local, state and federal political campaigns. Be sure to visit BizRadio.US to discover hundreds more engaging conversations, local events and more.2022-10-1122 min
Biz Heroes with JPHGuest: Jen AlyJen Aly is a dedicated money and business coach who supports creative and holistic entrepreneurs to create thriving businesses. She teaches prosperity mindset, marketing, sales, and financial tools in ways that are soul-aligned, practical, intuitive, and fun.Her TEDx talk, "Harness Creativity as your Greatest Business Asset" was among the 10% of TEDx talks chosen for TED.com. She geeks out on art, wellness, business, and house plants.Be sure to visit BizRadio.US to discover hundreds more engaging conversations, local events and more.2022-10-0422 min
Biz Heroes with JPHGuest: Alyssa Phillips of Amp’d DesignsAlyssa Phillips is the owner of Amp’d Designs, helping passionate businesses stand out through branding, web design, and graphic design. Alyssa found her path to design through music, and her love for branding while studying at Pratt Institute in Brooklyn, NY, where she received a BFA in Communications Design. She held several positions at design studios in NYC, including roles at Atlantic Records and as an Art Director at a print company, before moving to the mountains. Since launching Amp'd Designs, Alyssa's favorite part of running a business is building relationships with clients, collaborators, and community members. Alyssa is...2022-09-2722 min
Biz Heroes with JPHGuest: CarolAnn Bower of Dry ApronCarolAnn ( she/ her) is the creator and owner of Dry Apron which makes the amazing No Sweat Undies; the first underwear that prevents infections for plus sized women.CarolAnn has been been a sewer for 55 years and a fabric engineer for 50 years. She sewed because there were such limited offerings of clothing in her size when she was young. Thenshe started sewing garments that had no patterns, using her skills in more creative ways. 7 years ago, at 63, CarolAnn found a need and engineered a solution. Sh...2022-09-2021 min
Biz Heroes with JPHGuest: Musician Andrew ThelstonAndrew Thelston is a high energy rock n roll artist from Asheville NC. One could describe his sound as guitar-heavy rock combined with funky grooves and soaring vocals. Drawing on influences such as Prince, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Led Zeppelin and Queen, Andrew Thelston creates futuristic rock n roll which echoes the past. Not only does he showcase his virtuosity as a guitarist and vocalist, he uniquely displays his evolving talent as a songwriter and producer on his albums, EP’s and latest single “Time”. Over the past 5 years, the Andrew Thelston Band has been captivating audiences...2022-09-1322 minBiz Heroes with JPHGuest: Leah RossGuest: Leah RossBe sure to visit BizRadio.US to discover hundreds more engaging conversations, local events and more.2022-09-0622 min
Biz Heroes with JPHGuest: Matthew Bacoate of Asheville Community EnterprisesMatthew Bacoate is the founder of Asheville Community Enterprises, which launched in 2017. After Matthew’s first-hand and longstanding experiences in the professional substance use and mental health fields, he realized the staff members serving our most vulnerable populations were often overworked, and under-supported with resources. In realizing that not only the staff, but the organizations themselves needed support in managing their vitally important community services, the Safe Plus More digital application was visioned. Safe Plus More has supported hundreds of staff and community members including staff from the City of Asheville Fire Department and Responder Support Services. The app he...2022-08-3022 min
Biz Heroes with JPHGuest: Jazmin Whitmore of More To LoveJazmin Whitmore is the owner of More To Love plus size consignment, Asheville's only plus size inclusive consignment shop. She is a woman who is passionate about supporting body positivity by providing affordable fashionable clothes, a comfortable shopping experience and putting money back in her shoppers pockets. https://www.mtlavl.com/Be sure to visit BizRadio.US to discover hundreds more engaging conversations, local events and more.2022-08-2321 min
Biz Heroes with JPHMonologue: Partner ProfilesMonologue: Partner ProfilesBe sure to visit BizRadio.US to discover hundreds more engaging conversations, local events and more.2022-08-0221 min
Biz Heroes with JPHGuest: Yvette JivesYvette Jives is an Asheville native, a wife of 40yrs, parent to 4 and 8 year ovarian cancer survivor. She is also the author of, “Windowed Revelations of Ovarian Cancer”, cofounder of CoThinkk & founder of HERS, LLC- a healthcare navigation consulting agency aimed at improving healthcare outcomes for ovarian cancer patients and symptom-driven diseases. Yvette is actively involved in presenting and being a change agent locally and within worldwide organizations with an emphasis on Gynecological Cancers and symptom-driven diseases in women and people of color. Yvette serves on the Buncombe County Health and Human Services Board, The A...2022-07-1121 min
Biz Heroes with JPHGuest: Noreen SullivanNoreen Sullivan is the owner of Super Fantastic Terrific and Awesome, a content marketing company that takes a sociological approach to storytelling. In her heart of hearts she is creative and aspires to share that creative spark with everyone she meets. She worked for over 20 years in Silicon Valley supporting and consulting with startups starting at the dawn of social media. She moved to Asheville to spend more time being creative rather than managing creatives. She is a painter, a fashion up-cycler, and a writer. During Covid she created the Genius Breakthrough creativity system which she will be...2022-06-2722 min
Biz Heroes with JPHFestival: "The Birthplace of Country Music"This year commemorates the 95 th Anniversary of the 1927 BristolSessions and the Birthplace of Country Music is celebrating with abig party in Historic Downtown Bristol on the beautiful stateline ofTennessee and Virginia – the annual Bristol Rhythm & Roots Reunionmusic festival.They have an amazing line-up this year, including Rosanne Cash, TanyaTucker, JJ Grey & Mofro, Del McCoury Band, The Wood Brothers,Jerry Douglas Band, Fantastic Negrito, among many more greatartists - including several from the Asheville area.During Bristol Rhythm & Roots weekend visitors will also ha...2022-06-1020 min
Biz Heroes with JPHSpecial Guest: Matt Mittan, Community Entrepreneur/Broadcaster/MentorToday the tables are turned on the person who has spent most of the past 27 years interviewing others across the greater Asheville community. Matt Mittan, Owner of Biz Radio Asheville and other local community-focused businesses, is my guest. In this episode, we delve deep into the "why's" of being in business and talk about "legacy", among other things. Enjoy.Visit https://mattmittan.godaddysites.com/ to connect with all that Matt has going on.Be sure to visit BizRadio.US to discover hundreds more engaging conversations, local events and more.2022-06-0623 min
Biz Heroes with JPHGuest: Ryan FurstenbergRyan Furstenberg is a 15 year veteran of the Asheville music scene. Former member of rock trio Uncle Mountain, he currently performs solo, with his band The Moon and You, with rock band Midnight Pony, and electronic outfit, Red Bread . A singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, sound engineer and producer, he has contributed in some way to a surprisingly large number of fine recording projects made here in Asheville. Ryan is from the small country town of Ayden, in Eastern NC. He enjoys animation, illustration,, and causing all sorts of delightful mayhem. Ryan has a small but mighty hom...2022-05-2322 min
Biz Heroes with JPHGuest: Cortina Caldwell, Founder & Creatrix for House of SOLEILCortina is a proud millennial, born and raised in Western NC and descending from generations of Black Appalachian, Afrakan & indigenous farmers, artists, engineers, entrepreneurs and creatives. Since the age of 12, Cortina has been an entrepreneur that learned at her grandmother’s hands and continues a legacy of entrepreneurship, creativity and community building as Founder & Brand Strategist for Cortina Jenelle Branding Agency; Founder & Creatrix for House of SOLEIL , a service-rooted business that supports spiritual + creative entrepreneurs become self-actualized business owners; and Founder & Creative Community Organizer for Afraka Designing Emergence (adé PROJECT), a liberatory, cooperative organization focused on change management, cre...2022-05-0922 min
Biz Heroes with JPHSpecial Guest: Melissa HymanMelissa Hyman is a musician, songwriter and educator, born to a musical family and raised in the NYC area. She's been living in Asheville since 2007, and began working full-time as a touring musician in 2009. Her primary instruments are cello and voice. Melissa's longtime musical projects include The Moon and You, an expandable-collapsable band with herself and husband Ryan Furstenberg at its core; Cowboy Judy, a country/Motown supergroup with Dulci Ellenberger, Amanda Anne Platt and Amber Sankaran; and The Heartbeat Sessions, a collaboration between local arts-in-healthcare nonprofit Arts For Life and Echo Mountain Recording St...2022-04-2524 min
Biz Heroes with JPHGuest: Lisa Linder, Mindset and Transformational CoachLisa Linder is a mindset and transformational coach who helps people ready to make changes in their lives. She is a Law of Attraction Expert, Online Educator, and channels Divine energy to give appropriate guidance and direction. Lisa teaches universal laws along with practical tools and techniques looking at all aspects of mind, body, and spirit, to help her clients become empowered so they can live their best lives.She has a kind, gentle and loving approach, holding energy and creating safe space, allowing for growth so transformation may occur on all levels. She’s...2022-04-1822 min
Biz Heroes with JPHGuest: Alli MarshallAlli Marshall is a poet, performer, writer, editor, filmmaker, and creative community builder. She’s interested in moving writing beyond the page, seeking the golden in the mundane, finding the The intersection of art and social justice, and reconnecting with mythology — both ancient and modern.alli-marshall.comBe sure to visit BizRadio.US to discover hundreds more engaging conversations, local events and more.2022-04-1121 min
Biz Heroes with JPHGuest: Kristen Marie GreeneKristen Marie Greene is an internationally-published photographer, stylist, model, and creative project manager. Inspired by evolving worldwide trends in fashion, art, and popular culture, KMG combines her media techniques with passionate vision. Her enthusiasm is only equaled by her uncompromising attention to detail and genuine desire to produce a remarkable finished product. Currently, she resides in the beautiful mountains of Western North Carolina and works with some of the most unique clients in the area. Be sure to visit BizRadio.US to discover hundreds more engaging conversations, local events and...2022-04-0213 min
Real Talk with Simplee TorGuest: Johanna Patrice HagartyJohanna Patrice Hagarty has already founded one six-figure company supporting social entrepreneurs and is in the second year of her newest endeavor, Art Hero, LLC. Art Hero is a full-service workforce development firm that helps entrepreneurs at every stage of their business. She also hosts "The Johanna Patrice Hagarty Show" on Biz Radio Asheville.With a background in Human Services and over a decade of experience as an Arts and Economic Development Specialist, Marketing Consultant, and Executive Coach, Johanna focuses primarily on uplifting under-resourced communities including artists, women, BIPOC and the LGBTQ+ communities. Johanna’s aim is to...2022-04-0220 min
Biz Heroes with JPHGuest: Matt Williams, Owner of The Eagle Room Recording StudioMatt Williams is a lifelong musician, singer, and producer who exemplifies musical versatility. He is a genre-bending singer and multi-instrumentalist, primarily known for his abilities on various stringed instruments including violin, viola, guitar, bass and mandolin. Matt's adaptive virtuosity keeps him working in a state of constant collaboration both on stage and in the studio. He owns and operates The Eagle Room Recording Studio where he produces music and has earned three Grammy certificates for his highly coveted work in the recording arts as a featured artist, arranger, and audio engineer. Cur...2022-03-2524 min
Biz Heroes with JPHGuest: Kaye Bentley, Founder of Asheville Rooftop ToursA proud graduate of Appalachian State University, Kaye Bentley worked as a rural letter carrier for the US Postal Service for 38 years before founding Asheville Rooftop Bar Tours in 2018. She was inspired by the captivating views of Asheville from rooftops across the city. Those views, combined with a love of Asheville’s art deco architecture, lead her to craft a tour that combines stunning birds-eye-views of Asheville along with the history of the city, while enjoying food and drinks, all from Asheville’s highly acclaimed rooftop bars.In 2020, the Carolina Small Business Development Fund recog...2022-03-1823 min
Biz Heroes with JPH"Business Inclusion" Guest: Angelica Driver, City of AshevilleAngelica Driver works as the Business Inclusion Manager for the City of Asheville. As Business Inclusion Manager, she works to increase the number of businesses owned by women and people of color in City purchases and contracts through ensuring compliance, issuing certifications, and engaging in capacity building with these businesses. She has worked in the City’s Community & Economic Development Department since early 2018. During that time, she specialized in relationship building with local organizations, community engagement, public communication, and serving BIPOC and women owned businesses. She deeply values equity, inclusion, community, and ensuring she always keeps the “service” in “pu...2022-03-1222 min
Biz Heroes with JPHGuest: Cristina Hall, President and Co-Founder of Ginger’s RevengeCristina brings her passion for team building, growth strategy, and brand development to her role as President and Co-Founder of Ginger’s Revenge, the first and only brewery in Asheville specializing in the production of alcoholic ginger beer. Prior to founding Ginger’s Revenge, Cristina spent over 13 years in the food and beverage industry and a decade in fundraising and communications for non-profit organizations. Ginger’s Revenge has grown over the last five years to now be distributed in over 550 locations throughout North Carolina. In 2019, Cristina was named WomanUP’s Rising Star. She currently serves on the Board of the A...2022-03-0523 min
Biz Heroes with JPHGuest: Kristen GrunskisKristen is a passionate marketing and communications professional. Specializing in social media, content creation, and strategic development. She enjoys helping people tell their stories and show the best version of themselves to the world, authentically and creatively. In the past, she has worked collaboratively with several start-ups and non-profits to craft the perfect designs that attract new attention and build the audience. When she’s not weaving words and strategies together you can catch her exploring everything the mountains have to offer with her pup, LucyBe sure to visit BizRadio.US to dis...2022-02-2621 min
Biz Heroes with JPHNoreen Sullivan is the owner of "Super Fantastic Terrific and Awesome"Noreen Sullivan is the owner of Super Fantastic Terrific and Awesome, a content marketing company that takes a sociological approach to storytelling. In her heart of hearts she is creative and aspires to share that creative spark with everyone she meets. She worked for over 20 years in Silicon Valley supporting and consulting with startups starting at the dawn of social media. She moved to Asheville to spend more time being creative rather than managing creatives. She is a painter, a fashion up-cycler, and a writer. During Covid she created the Genius Breakthrough creativity system which she will be...2022-02-1223 min
Biz Heroes with JPHA Loving Eulogy For My MomMy Mama, Leslie Hagarty, didn’t always have it the easiest, but she's always made sure I had enough. And most importantly, she made sure I knew what unconditional love was, and for that- I celebrate her today and every day.Be sure to visit BizRadio.US to discover hundreds more engaging conversations, local events and more.2022-01-2924 min
Biz Heroes with JPHMonologue: Johanna Offers End of Year ReflectionsMonologue: Johanna Offers End of Year ReflectionsBe sure to visit BizRadio.US to discover hundreds more engaging conversations, local events and more.2022-01-0114 min
Biz Heroes with JPHGuest: Charles Humphrey III, Grammy Winning BassistCharles Humphrey III is the bass player for Songs From The Road Band. Songs From The Road Band is an Asheville, North Carolina-based bluegrass supergroup featuring Mark Schimick (mandolin), Sam Wharton (guitar), James Schlender (fiddle), and Gabe Epstein (banjo). The band takes flight with virtuosic picking, singing, and Grammy award-winning songwriting. Their live show has been compared to watching a NASCAR race. It’s exciting and unpredictable, but you’re always wondering if there’s gonna be the thrill of a crash. Their most recent single “Amarillo Blue” went to number one on the Bluegrass Today Grassicana chart. They have...2021-12-1820 min
Biz Heroes with JPHGuest: ShaunaJane EdwardsSince she was a young girl, ShaunaJane has always been fascinated with making people smile. In 2006, she got her first part-time job as a bartender at Sisters' Catering in Raleigh, NC, and after that, her career in the wedding and corporate event industry began.Over the years she moved from bartending to serving and then management. Going from event manager to general manager to day-of-coordinator which all led her to where she is today. Now, self-employed as a day-of-coordinator, she has reached her goal of entrepreneurship. She relocated in January 2020 to Asheville NC to o...2021-12-1121 min
Biz Heroes with JPHGuest: Ashley Lieb, Owner of HoneyCreek PotteryAshley Lieb, the owner of HoneyCreek Pottery, finds her truth, spirit, and therapy within the use and formation of clay. Working with clay, children, and adults alike to share the therapeutic and creative benefits of clay, is a life calling of Ashley's. She has been professionally working with clay for the last 6 years in Asheville. She is on the board of the West Asheville Tailgate Market and also puts on various Craft Events throughout Asheville- the most long standing event being the Asheville Music Hall/One Stop Holiday Craft Bazaar going into its 6th year this holiday season...2021-12-0123 min
Biz Heroes with JPHSpecial Guest: Lisa LinderLisa Linder is a Transformational Coach who helps people who are ready to make a change in their lives. She is an intuitive empath, a law of attraction expert and channels divine energy to give appropriate guidance and direction. Lisa teaches practical tools and techniques of universal laws to help clients manifest what they want so they can live their best lives.She has a kind, gentle and loving approach, holding energy and creating safe space, allowing for growth so transformation may occur on all levels. She’s able to help by interpreting current vibr...2021-11-2022 min
Biz Heroes with JPHGuest: Rob HlavatyRob Hlavaty is the creator and host of the Breathing Room podcast, which focuses on the intersection between mental health and creativity. Rob is an advocate for mental health, recovery from substance abuse, and suicide awareness and prevention. As a creative himself, Rob believes that creative expression is often the missing link in helping individuals to optimize their overall mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being. Website: www.breathingroomshow.comSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2iQyGPj2RJDdurMWhpqHEm?si=aGHjSrRqTIGeL7QbQACthA2021-11-1322 min
Biz Heroes with JPHGuest: Paul Heathman, Asheville Affordable Housing Advisory CommitteeA discussion about the unique challenges and opportunities in obtaining mortgage financing when you are a creative artist or solo entrepreneur. Be sure to visit BizRadio.US to discover hundreds more engaging conversations, local events and more.2021-11-0523 min
Biz Heroes with JPHGuest: Tor White, Entrepreneur & Mental Health TrainerTor White is an entrepreneur and trained mental health first aid trainer who has found immense strength and conviction in working towards solutions due to her own mental health challenges faced at a young age. Using her own experiences, Tor has been able to identify gaps in services available, lack of information, and stigmas associated with mental health. Tor has decided to use her lived experiences and professional training to generate equitable and intentional spaces that will create change, and eradicate mental health stigmas for communities of color.Www.TorWhite.com2021-10-3024 min
Biz Heroes with JPHGuest: Veronica Edwards, Radio Host / EntrepreneurGuest: Veronica Edwards, Radio Host / EntrepreneurBe sure to visit BizRadio.US to discover hundreds more engaging conversations, local events and more.2021-10-2323 min
The Veronica Edwards ShowGuest: Johanna Patrice Hagarty, Radio Host / EntrepreneurSend us a textGuest: Johanna Patrice Hagarty, Radio Host / Entrepreneur02-04-20252021-10-2222 min
Biz Heroes with JPHGuest: Sarah Yerkey of JB MediaUpbeat and enthusiastic, Sarah is a total people person. In her career, Sarah loves finding solutions to struggles that individual mission-driven businesses and organizations experience. Any day when she can support leaders with their digital marketing challenges is a good day. Moving to the crafty city of Asheville 17 years ago also reignited her love for sewing, specifically for creating costumes. She was the first Asheville Mardi Gras Queen. A mover and shaker, Sarah is passionate about all forms of art especially live music. She goes to concerts regularly and you can find her dancing upfront. She loves being...2021-10-1622 min
Biz Heroes with JPHSpecial Guest: Josh BlakeJosh Blake is a Grammy nominated musician, producer, and engineer with over 30 years of experience. Born and raised in the San Francisco Bay Area, Josh now calls Asheville, North Carolina his home since setting roots there in 1997. As a musician and producer, Josh uses whatever toys are available, but on stage a guitar is his instrument of choice. He has recorded with and performed in a wide variety of bands over the past 25 years, whose styles include hip-hop, funk, reggae, bluegrass, acoustic and rock. In late 90’s and early aughts Josh toured the country from coast coast playing 100+ sh...2021-10-0920 min
PodtalkLeading with Johanna Patrice HagartyWhat role does podcasting play in fostering creativity, community, and economic development?
Podcasting emerges as a bridge between personal creativity and broader economic impact.
"My business website is art hero dot biz and if you show up there the very first thing it says is making business fun is a rebellious act." ~ Johanna Patrice Hagarty (14:49)
The conversation centers on the intersection of podcasting, creativity, and community building. It highlights podcasting as a platform for storytelling and thought leadership, enabling meaningful conversations and fostering economic development in creative industries. Johanna discusses the value of...2021-10-0420 min
Biz Heroes with JPHGuest: William Price, Artist, Writer and TeacherWILLIAM HENRY PRICE is an artist, writer and teacher living in Asheville, NC.William spent his childhood exploring the creeks and fields around Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, where he began painting at an early age.He received a BFA in painting from Boston University and an MFA from Rutgers. He also studied independently with artists and visionaries both here and abroad.William has been a teacher of both art and music all his life. For many years he taught painting and design at Seton Hall University, and later...2021-10-0222 min
Biz Heroes with JPHGuest: Valeria WatsonFrom Valeria Watson:I am Valeria Watson an average person with a beyond average life. As first I gained consciousness i sought a way to get back to where we came from. Somehow i had a gnawing thought form of a way out of our shared pain. A sweet gossamer and gimlee memory beating like the very heart inside of us. A person of some achievements of which we are proud. You know, bla, bla, bla, ha, ha, ha. Oh so human with flaws galore. Recently dropped glamour in favor of inner beauty and more. Artist...2021-09-2522 min
Biz Heroes with JPHSpecial Guest: Franklin KeelFranklin Keel (BM - Eastman School of Music) is the Associate Principal Cello with the Asheville Symphony Orchestra, founding cellist of the Opal String Quartet, and cellist/singer/songwriter with Sirius.B, Upland Drive, and Samson and Delilah. He has appeared as a featured soloist with the Asheville Symphony Orchestra, the Hendersonville Symphony Orchestra, the Brevard Philharmonic Orchestra, and the Blue Ridge Orchestra; and he has shared the concert stage with Emmanuel Ax, Warren Haynes, Bright Eyes, Ben Sollee, Free Planet Radio, Stephanie's Id, the Jon Stickley Trio, Jane Kramer, Ben Phan and the Soul Symphony, and the Get Ri...2021-09-1823 min
Biz Heroes with JPHGuest: Alex Krug, Singer / SongwriterAlex Krug Combo:Life is at its very core about exploring. We can remain stagnant and rooted in place, or take a page out the Alex Krug Combo’s playbook and dive headfirst. The thrill of adventure looms ahead of this heart-driven blues-rock band, and with their brand new single, My Best launching September 9, 2021, the Asheville-based players strike a stunningly evocative chord about life, being an outsider and the kind of heartache that transforms your soul.In their burgeoning career, the Americana six...2021-09-1123 min
Biz Heroes with JPHSpecial Guest: Jesse BarryAsheville, NC vocalist Jesse Barry, known for her soulful pipes and contagious enthusiasm on and off the stage, began her music career at the tender age of eight years old. Inspired by the sounds of Aretha Franklin, Steely Dan, Gladys Knight & The Pips, Etta James, Bonnie Raitt, Carole King, Linda Ronstadt, and a wide variety of music from both her mother and her grandmother’s generations, Jesse channels emotion from many of the pioneers of blues, funk, soul, and popular music, and pays homage through her interpretation of their songs. Jesse is often described as an “old soul,” and au...2021-09-0422 min
Biz Heroes with JPHGuest: Tiffany Narron, WriterTiffany is a North Carolinian by birth and a Western North Carolinian of 15 years. She studied Journalism & Mass Communication at the University of North Carolina in Asheville. Through the years, she has worked with small businesses to help craft their stories and capture community in action as the Social Media Director at JB Media Group, the Content Manager at United Way of Asheville, and as a freelance writer and poet in her own right. Her passion is capturing people, processes, moments, and movements in words, uplifting the vision and values of an artist’s craft or organization’s miss...2021-08-2823 min
Biz Heroes with JPHGuest: Derek Johnson, Musician/Writer/Producer/ArtistDerrick Johnson is a trombonist, composer, producer, and visual artist from Asheville, NC. He has been a nationally touring musician since 2005 with Yo Mama’s Big Fat Booty Band. Derrick’s musical journey began when he was 4yrs old singing in the church choir at a small Southern Baptist Church in Dothan, AL. By the age of 11, he picked up the trombone and began finding his true passion for music. In addition to trombone, he also started playing guitar at age thirteen. After high school, Derrick decided to continue his music ed...2021-08-1421 min
Music On Your Own TermsMusic On Your Own Terms 131 "Johanna Patrice Hagarty - The Ultimate Silver Bullet To Success"Music On Your Own Terms 131 - Johanna Patrice Hagarty - The Ultimate Silver Bullet To Success
My resident marketing expert Johanna Hagarty returns 100 episodes after her first appearance, to catch us up with what she's been doing lately, and talks about her new upcoming course, Art Hero, that will coach creatives in how to run their business. We also hear about Johanna's recent experience as a festival event staff member, and what that was like in a COVID world. The main part of our discussion revolves around the silver bullet mentality, the easy path to success that...2021-08-1047 min
Biz Heroes with JPHGuest: Kent Spillmann, Accomplished Drummer and PercussionistKent has been a drummer and percussionist for over 24 years. He began playing professional gigs with a Jazz quartet in the Greensboro area by the age of 16. He studied under Hank Dempsy who was a former touring drummer for Dizzy Gillespie. He then studied percussion at Appalachian State University. After graduation, Kent found himself in Asheville NC, which became his home for the next 12 years, other than one year exploring Nashville TN. In that time Kent toured and recorded all over the east coast with various bands, most notably playing with Reese Wynans (Organ for Stevie Ray...2021-08-0723 min
Biz Heroes with JPHGuest: Noreen Sullivan of "Super Fantastic Terrific and Awesome"Noreen Sullivan is the owner of "Super Fantastic Terrific and Awesome", a content marketing company that takes a sociological approach to storytelling. In her heart of hearts she is creative and aspires to share that creative spark with everyone she meets. She worked for over 20 years in Silicon Valley supporting and consulting with startups starting at the dawn of social media. She moved to Asheville to spend more time being creative rather than managing creatives. She is a painter, a fashion up-cycler, and a writer. During Covid she created the Genius Breakthrough creativity system which she will be...2021-07-3122 min
Biz Heroes with JPHGuest: Adam Knapp of Knapp CreativeAdam Knapp has been leading people towards success in their lives for over two decades. As a leader, educator, mentor, coach, father, and journeyer himself, Adam has discovered how to assist others in finding themselves successful at what they are aiming towards.I lead clients through the unknowns using tools and success points easily identifiable by the client. Follow through and commitment often are best maintained with help from a committed ally. Using mindfulness tools, business tools, organization tools, and many other tools, a client discovers what to do next f...2021-07-2422 min
Biz Heroes with JPHGuest: Kim Forman, Photographer / Founder of KimfluenceKim Forman is a multi-passionate artist with a deep love of brand photography. There is very little that excites her more than helping business owners connect with their audience in a meaningful way, and create lasting relationships, founded in trust. When she's not nerding out on branding, you will probably find her knee-deep in some other creative project - sewing, jewelry making, painting, writing...you name it. Her love of photography was kick-started when she was 9 years old and innocently wandered straight up to a bull elk for a photo wi...2021-07-1721 min
Biz Heroes with JPHInvesting in Community Brings Many Rewards - Guest: Celia Naranjo of Asheville GoodsCelia has been hanging around Asheville long enough that she can justifiably say, “remember when…?” Having moved from Washington DC in 1994, she’s watched Asheville grow organically, from the efforts of artists, activists, farmers, philanthropists, and small entrepreneurs into a town with a local culture we can all be proud of. As a graphic designer and previous Art Director for the children’s division of Lark Books, which was eventually bought out by Barns and Noble in the early 2000s; she was inspired into entrepreneurialism out of the desire to stay in Western North Carolina. Celia has seen th...2021-07-1024 min
Biz Heroes with JPHGuest: Yvette Freeman, Publisher of Envoy MagazineYvette Freeman is an award-winning portrait photographer who owns Red Angle Photography in Hendersonville, NC. She is also publisher of The ENVOY, a print and digital magazine that features local and national minority- and women-owned businesses, entrepreneurs, community members, and artists; and provides expert advice to help them startup and grow their businesses. For information about Red Angle Photography, visit www.RedAnglePhotography.com. To advertise, subscribe, or get featured in The ENVOY, visit www.TheENVOYguide.com.Be sure to visit BizRadio.US to discover hundreds...2021-07-0321 min
Biz Heroes with JPHGuest: Kevin Evans, Poet / LyricistKevin Evans is a poet, writer, and performer whose family's American roots are mostly derived from Mississippi. Kevin was born in Maricopa County Arizona in 1982 into an Air Force family and incidentally relocated to Las Vegas, NV the same week of his birth. He began writing creatively in the third grade, mostly detective and horror stories for fun on the weekends. He began writing lyrics and poetry in his early to mid-teens and first performed as a teenager under the tutelage of the poet Glennis Redmond. His first performances were at the Diana Wortham Theatre. He has locally...2021-06-2623 min
Biz Heroes with JPHGuest: Matt Mittan / Broadcaster, Writer, Community EntrepreneurBesides being the founder of Biz Radio Asheville and the owner of a chain of radio stations in WNC, and other business ventures, Matt Mittan considers himself first and foremost a community activist. For him that means broadcasting, writing and supporting entrepreneurial efforts of all shapes and sizes. We talk about all of it and what lessons he has learned along the way.For more information about Matt's efforts visit https://mattmittan.com/Be sure to visit BizRadio.US to discover hundreds more engaging conversations, local events and more.2021-06-1944 min
Biz Heroes with JPHGuest: Ashley Lieb, Owner of Honey Creek PotteryAshley Lieb, the owner of HoneyCreekPottery, finds her truth, spirit, and therapy within the use and formation of clay. Working with clay, children, and adults alike to share the therapeutic and creative benefits of clay, is a life calling of Ashley's. She has been professionally working with clay for the last 6 years in Asheville. She is on the board of the West Asheville Tailgate Market and also puts on various Craft Events throughout Asheville- the most long standing event being the Asheville Music Hall/One Stop Holiday Craft Bazaar going into its 6th year this holiday season (be...2021-06-1243 min
Biz Heroes with JPHGuest: Grammy winner Ryan "RnB" BarberRyan "RnB" Barber is a proud staple of Asheville NC's legendary music scene, at the forefront of its funk and R&B community. Drawing from a lifetime of singing, rapping, producing and touring across the nation, Ryan has released 6 full length studio albums. He has also been featured on many high profile projects, including producing on two of R&B stalwart W. Ellington Felton's recent albums, and also singing and rapping on the 2017 GRAMMY winning album "Infinity Plus One" by Secret Agent 23 Skidoo, just one of the groups he actively tours with.Born to...2021-06-0544 min
Biz Heroes with JPHGuest: Dr. Amy Climer of Climer ConsultingDr. Amy Climer works with teams and organizations who want to be more creative. She works with forward-thinking organizations such as the Mayo Clinic, Stanford University, and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. Amy is the host of The Deliberate Creative Podcast where she shares practical advice and strategies to help leaders build innovative teams. She designed Climer Cards, a creative tool used by thousands of facilitators in 42 countries. Amy has a Ph.D. in Leadership and Change and is a Certified Speaking Professional. You can learn more about Amy at her website climerconsulting.com2021-05-2943 min
Biz Heroes with JPHGuest: Alyssa Phillips, Owner of Amp’d DesignsAlyssa Phillips is the owner of Amp’d Designs, focusing on branding, web design, and graphic design for small businesses and entrepreneurs. Alyssa received a BFA in Communications Design from Pratt Institute in Brooklyn, NY. She held several positions at design studios in NYC, including rolls at Atlantic Records and as an Art Director at a print agency, before moving to the mountains to start her own business. She now collaborates with passionate business owners to create value-based design solutions that help them amplify their brands. Alyssa is also the founding Vice President of the Asheville chapter of AI...2021-05-2239 min
Biz Heroes with JPH"Building Your Brand" - Guest: Julieta Fumberg, Owner of Julieta Fumberg CreativeFrom Julieta:My name is Julieta Fumberg from Julieta Fumberg Creative - Branding Agency. As a photographer and graphic designer, I develop websites to my client’s specifications using my 20 years of experience of adding creative and innovative ideas each and every day. Through a comprehensive process of extracting the desires and needs of my client’s I present a perfect translation of their business’ mission. My finished worked demonstrates innovative artwork and one of a kind design that allows my client’s website to stand out from their competition.I am a creati...2021-05-1544 min
Biz Heroes with JPHGuest: Stephanie Minnick of Intentional Holistic HealingFounder of Intentional Holistic Healing, Stephanie Minnick, is an Emotional Wellness & Embodiment coach, and Licensed Massage Therapist. She teaches about the body, mind, and spirit connection and how it can help women heal grief related to childhood wounds, sexual trauma, and spiritual loss.Instagram: www.instagram.com/IntentionalHolisticHealingFacebook: https://intentionalholistichealing.com/Website: Intentional Holistic HealingStephanie@intentionalholistichealing.comBe sure to visit BizRadio.US to discover hundreds more engaging conversations...2021-05-0847 min
Biz Heroes with JPHSpecial Guest: Marilyn Ball, Host of "Speaking of Travel"Marilyn Ball is the founder of 12Twelve Collaborative Solutions with 25+ years of marketing and communication experience in the tourism, economic development, hospitality and micro-enterprise industries. She is the host of the iHeart Radio show and podcast, Speaking of Travel, and author of “The Rise of Asheville: An Exceptional History of Community Building.”Connect with Marilyn at mb@speakingoftravel.netVisit speakingoftravel.netBe sure to visit BizRadio.US to discover hundreds more engaging conversations, local events and more.2021-05-0144 min