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Small Town PodcastCity Manager Philip Eidson - City of Tallapoosa, GA(Rebroadcast) Small Town Podcast Host Mayor Matt Seale travels to Haralson County: our friends, and season sponsors, to visit the last small town of a four-episode series in the county. In this episode, Mayor Matt has an interesting conversation with a city manager who didn’t know what he would do anywhere else, so he chose to dedicate his career to managing and making his hometown the best place it could be. Come, go with #MayorMatt to talk with city manager Philip Eidson in the small town of Tallapoosa, Georgia. For more information about Small Town Podcast, visit www.smalltownpodcast.co
2023-09-1741 minSmall Town PodcastMayor Matt Alexander - St. Joseph, LASmall Town Podcast Host Mayor Matt Seale travels to a northern Louisiana town that is right along the levee of Mississippi River and talks to a mayor who was not familiar with this town at all when he was growing up. He has made it his home and now strives to make it a better place for his young family and for new families as the town starts to grow. Come, go with Small Town Podcast to talk with Mayor Matt Alexander in the small town of St. Joseph, Louisiana! This episode is sponsored by the Louisiana Municipal Association and...
2023-07-161h 10Small Town PodcastMayor Sherbin Collette - Town of Henderson, LAJoin Small Town Podcast Host Mayor Matt Seale as he continues his journey through southern Louisiana. In this episode, Mayor Matt Seale explores a town renowned as the Gateway to the Atchafalaya Basin. His destination is Henderson, a charming small town where he has a conversation with Mayor Sherbin Collette. Born and raised in Henderson, Mayor Sherbin's unwavering dedication to his community spans nearly three decades. Although his dream was to become a commercial fisherman, he has diligently served as mayor, tirelessly working to enhance the town's prosperity day by day. This episode is proudly sponsored by the Louisiana Municipal...
2023-07-021h 03Small Town PodcastMayor Robert Johnson - Town of Pearson, GASmall Town Podcast Host Mayor Matt Seale travels to Pearson, Georgia, a small town in the southern part of the state, right near the small town that started this podcast six years ago! Come with us to talk to Mayor Robert Johnson, a mayor who is always thinking about the next entrepreneurial adventure and creating more events and economical opportunities for his small town. For more information about Small Town Podcast, visit www.smalltownpodcast.com.
2023-05-281h 00Small Town PodcastA Conversation with GMA about Georgia City SolutionsWith such great support for The Small Town Podcast journey from the Georgia Municipal Association, it's only fitting that host Matt Seale begins Season 6 talking with GMA about a venture they started not long after they helped jumpstart Small Town Podcast. Come, go with #MayorMatt to speak with two GMA executives, Larry Hanson and Kay Love, about Georgia City Solutions. For more information about Small Town Podcast, visit www.smalltownpodcast.com.
2023-05-1458 minSmall Town PodcastA conversation with Michael Chriszt from the Federal Reserve Bank of AtlantaTo close out Season Five of Small Town Podcast, host Matt Seale travels to the big city of Atlanta, Georgia, for a conversation with Michael Chriszt, who works with an organization that is right at the center of policy decisions. Come with Mayor Matt to the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta to hear an educational conversation about inflation and how it's affecting cities, towns, and villages across America. For more information about Small Town Podcast, visit www.smalltownpodcast.com.
2022-12-2358 minSmall Town PodcastMayor Dan Curtis - Town of Abita Springs, LASmall Town Podcast Host Mayor Matt Seale travels to Abita Springs, Louisiana, a small town with no shortage of festivals and events throughout the year! Come with us to talk to Mayor Dan Curtis, who only ran for Alderman to help his town, but later found himself as Mayor, and now he is making positive changes in the face of some challenging times. This episode is sponsored by the Louisiana Municipal Association and Louisiana Economic Development. For more information about Small Town Podcast, visit www.smalltownpodcast.com.
2022-11-2053 minSmall Town PodcastJennifer Vidrine - City of Ville Platte, LASmall Town Podcast Host Mayor Matt Seale travels to Ville Platte, Louisiana, a small town known for its great food! Come, go with us to talk with Mayor Jennifer Vidrine, who was born and raised in Ville Platte and called to serve her hometown in a very historical way. This episode is sponsored by the Louisiana Municipal Association and Louisiana Economic Development. For more information about Small Town Podcast, visit www.smalltownpodcast.com.
2022-11-061h 10Small Town PodcastMayor Jean Pelloat - Town of Madisonville, LASmall Town Podcast Host Mayor Matt Seale travels to a southern Louisiana town surrounded by water, making it an excellent spot for recreational fun (and a great boat festival!) but also troubling when hurricanes strike. Come, go with Mayor Matt to the small town of Madisonville, Louisiana, to speak with Mayor Jean Pelloat, who was born and raised in Madisonville and serves to keep his community a great place to live. This episode is sponsored by the Louisiana Municipal Association and Louisiana Economic Development. For more information about Small Town Podcast, visit www.smalltownpodcast.com.
2022-10-1648 minSmall Town PodcastMayor David Butler - Town of Woodworth, LASmall Town Podcast Host Mayor Matt Seale travels to a small town in central Louisiana that made some hard decisions several years ago but has paid off with incredible growth. Come, go with Mayor Matt Seale to Woodworth, Louisiana, to talk with Mayor David Butler, a man who was born and raised in Woodworth and got involved in local government to help make his community a better place to live for years to come.
2022-10-0254 min
Small Town PodcastMayor Gail Wilking - Town of Ball, LASmall Town Podcast Host Mayor Matt Seale travels to a small town in central Louisiana that is pretty young as far as towns go, but has plenty of festivities for you to enjoy. In this episode, go with Mayor Matt to Ball, Louisiana, to speak with Mayor Gail Wilking, a woman who wasn't too excited about living in Ball when she first settled in but has made it her home, and now she wouldn't want to be anywhere else in the world. This episode is sponsored by the Louisiana Municipal Association and Louisiana Economic Development. For more information about Small...
2022-09-1857 min
Small Town PodcastCity Manager Philip Eidson - City of Tallapoosa, GASmall Town Podcast Host Mayor Matt Seale travels back to Haralson County: our friends, and season sponsors, to visit the last small town of a four-episode series in the county. In this episode, Mayor Matt has an interesting conversation with a city manager who didn’t know what he would do anywhere else, so he chose to dedicate his career to managing and making his hometown the best place it could be. Come, go with #MayorMatt to talk with city manager Philip Eidson in the small town of Tallapoosa, Georgia. For more information about Small Town Podcast, visit www.smalltownpodcast.co
2022-09-0441 min
Small Town PodcastMayor Kim Gaspard - Town of Haughton, LASmall Town Podcast Host Mayor Matt Seale travels to a small town in Louisiana that is a growing community in the northwest region of the state, adding amenities even on the day of recording this podcast episode! Come, go with Mayor Matt Seale to Haughton, Louisiana, to speak with Mayor Kim Gaspard, a man who settled in Haughton with plans to retire and relax but has made public service in his growing community a high priority. This episode is sponsored by the Louisiana Municipal Association and Louisiana Economic Development. For more information about Small Town Podcast, visit www.smalltownpodcast.com.
2022-08-2141 min
Small Town PodcastMayor Robert Hable - Town of Many, LASmall Town Podcast Host Mayor Matt Seale travels to a small town in Louisiana that is the Parish seat of a significant recreational region known as a sportsman paradise. Come, go with Mayor Matt Seale to the town of Many, Louisiana, to speak with Mayor Robert Hable, who is not only early in his leadership role in the town of Many but also not even born in Louisiana! In this episode, we learn about Mayor Hable's journey to the newly elected mayoral seat of Many, where he now calls the small town home. This episode is sponsored by the Louisiana...
2022-07-2442 min
Small Town PodcastMayor Sharon Sewell - City of Bremen, GASmall Town Podcast Host Mayor Matt Seale visits another small town in Haralson County, Georgia, the second small town out of a four-episode series sponsored by the Greater Haralson Chamber of Commerce. In this episode, Mayor Matt speaks with Bremen, Georgia, Mayor Sharon Sewell about the small town that was once the hub for textile manufacturing for the entire world. The two discuss the trials of a small town struggling with finding its identity and the triumph of coming out on the other side with a growing, thriving, beautiful community. For more information about Small Town Podcast, visit www.smalltownpodcast...
2022-07-1055 min
Small Town PodcastMayor Ray Huddleston - City of Springhill, LASmall Town Podcast Host Mayor Matt Seale travels to a Louisiana town so far north that it's almost in Arkansas! Come with us to Springhill, Louisiana, to speak with Mayor Ray Huddleston, a Springhill native who has served his community and local government well for several years before gaining the Mayoral seat in the small piney woods town. This episode is sponsored by the Louisiana Municipal Association and Louisiana Economic Development. For more information about Small Town Podcast, visit www.smalltownpodcast.com.
2022-06-2650 min
Small Town PodcastCouncilman Steve Holcombe - City of Buchanan, GASmall Town Podcast Host Mayor Matt Seale travels to the county seat of Haralson County; Buchanan, Georgia, where we hear from Councilman Steve Holcombe. Although this newly elected official has lived here all his life, he is recently learning about the inner workings of the small town he now serves. The two discuss historic preservation efforts from the community and how fried pies are becoming a big deal in the Fall for this small town. For more information about Small Town Podcast, visit www.smalltownpodcast.com.
2022-06-1356 minSmall Town PodcastIntroducing Green Shoots PodcastSmall Town Podcast host Mayor Matt Seale continues with season 5 of Small Town Podcast with an announcement and a new venture. In this episode, we introduce to our audience Green Shoots Podcast. While Green Shoots will remain focused on small towns and communities, like Small Town Podcast, it will also aim to shine a light on the agricultural operations and small businesses that keep these areas alive and thriving. You can follow along with Green Shoots Podcast on social media, @greenshootspod, or our website, Greenshootspodcast.org.
2022-05-2952 minSmall Town PodcastGMA Small Cities Conference 2022Former Ocilla Mayor and Small Town Podcast host Mayor Matt Seale begins season 5 of Small Town Podcast at the Georgia Municipal Association (GMA) Georgia Cities Conference in Dublin, GA. In this episode, Mayor Matt speaks with GMA staff, Larry Hanson and Sherri Bailey, about the importance of the conference and the heart behind connecting people for the betterment of small cities in Georgia. Mayor Matt also speaks with several attendees about their hometowns and what they hope to get out of the conference.
2022-05-1743 minSmall Town PodcastRecap Episode with IrwinomicsIn this episode, Small Town Podcast Host Matt Seale is joined with Amy Davis and Katelyn Jenkins of Irwinomics for a recap episode to conclude Season Four of Small Town Podcast. For more information, visit www.smalltownpodcast.com.
2021-12-1927 min
Small Town PodcastCommissioner Shelly Berryhill - City of Hawkinsville, GAOcilla Mayor and Small Town Podcast Host Matt Seale travels to Hawkinsville, GA, a small town in middle Georgia that has made great efforts in its own community development and is now seeing the fruit of its labor. Mayor Matt speaks with the City Commissioner, Shelly Berryhill, about his entrepreneurial spirit and dedication to driving his community to progress while keeping the characteristics of the small town the way it has always been. For more information, visit www.smalltownpodcast.com.
2021-12-051h 06Small Town PodcastLace Futch - City of Willacoochee - Part 2(Rebroadcast) Ocilla Mayor and Small Town Podcast Host Matt Seale continues his conversation with Lace Futch, Willacoochee, GA's former Mayor. The two discuss the impressive job creation in Willacooche, the joys and struggles that many rural communities share today, as well more small town adventures. For more info, visit www.smalltownpodcast.com
2021-11-1446 minSmall Town PodcastLace Futch - City of Willacoochee - Part 1(Rebroadcast) Ocilla Mayor and Small Town Podcast Host Matt Seale travels to Willacoochee, Georgia for a conversation with Lace Futch, Willacoochee's former Mayor. The two discuss growing up in Willacoochee and Mayor Futch's life of service and small town adventures. For more info, visit www.smalltownpodcast.com
2021-10-3144 min
Small Town PodcastMayor Lanier Rhodes - City of Union Point, GAOcilla Mayor and Small Town Podcast Host Matt Seale travels to Northeast Georgia to Union Point to speak with small-town Mayor Lanier Rhodes. The two Mayors talk about how Union Point has suffered hard times but continues to attract new interest and new investment. They also discuss Mayor Rhodes's journey to local government and how he continues to serve to bring his community back to its former glory. For more information, visit www.smalltownpodcast.com.
2021-10-031h 09
Small Town Podcast13. Chairwoman Sistie Hudson - City of Sparta, GAOcilla Mayor and Small Town Podcast Host Matt Seale travels along Traditions Highway 15 to Sparta, Georgia, to talk with Chairwoman Sistie Hudson. The 2 discuss Chairwoman Hudson’s fascinating political journey of breaking barriers into politics, as well as the tragic story of the Hancock County Courthouse fire and its timely rebuild. In this episode, Mayor Matt also speaks with Dip Polatty, Chairman of the Sparta-Hancock County Historic Preservation Commission, about the great preservation efforts in downtown Sparta. For more information, visit www.smalltownpodcast.com.
2021-09-1359 minSmall Town Podcast12. Dr. Greg Tanner - City of Nicholls, GAOcilla Mayor and Small Town Podcast Host Matt Seale continues a three-episode series in Coffee County sponsored by the Douglas-Coffee County Chamber of Commerce and Economic Development Authority. In the third and last episode of this series, Mayor Matt visits Nicholls, Georgia. In Nicholls, he talks with Dr. Greg Tanner, a longtime resident whose impressive career in education gives us a new perspective on rural communities. For more information, visit www.smalltownpodcast.com.
2021-08-291h 01
Small Town Podcast11. Councilwoman Denise Leverette Paulk - City of Ambrose, GAOcilla Mayor and Small Town Podcast Host Matt Seale continues a three-episode series in Coffee County sponsored by the Douglas-Coffee County Chamber of Commerce and Economic Development Authority. In this episode, Mayor Matt visits Ambrose, Georgia, and has a great conversation with councilwoman Denise Leverette Paulk. The two discuss the history of the small town of Ambrose and what it's like to live in a no-traffic-light town. They also talk about how councilwoman Leverette Paulk began her journey in local government and the heart she has for her hometown. For more information, visit www.smalltownpodcast.com.
2021-08-151h 01
Small Town Podcast10. Mayor Dawn Tuten - City of Broxton, GAOcilla Mayor and Small Town Podcast Host Matt Seale begins a three-episode series in Coffee County sponsored by the Douglas-Coffee County Chamber of Commerce and Economic Development Authority. In this episode, Mayor Matt visits Broxton, Georgia, to talk with Mayor Dawn Tuten. The two Mayors talk about life in the "best little horse town in Georgia" and Mayor Tuten's heart for the revitalization of her small hometown. For more information, visit www.smalltownpodcast.com.
2021-08-0151 min
Small Town PodcastMayor Glen Barlow - Town of French Camp, MS(Rebroadcast) Come go with Small Town Podcast to French Camp, Mississippi, a small town that makes a difference. In this episode, Mayor Matt Seale and Mayor Glen Barlow have a great conversation about Mayor Barlow’s interesting journey to the Mayoral seat and about French Camp Academy: a small private school that is supported by the entire community. For more information, visit smalltownpodcast.com
2021-07-1852 min
Small Town Podcast8. Mayor Marsha Richardson - Village of Grand Cane, LAOcilla Mayor and Small Town Podcast Host Matt Seale completes his 5-episode series on small-town Louisiana sponsored by the Louisiana Municipal Association and Louisiana Economic Development. In this final episode of the series, Mayor Matt goes to the small village of Grand Cane, Louisiana, for stop number five on his road trip and talks with Mayor Marsha Richardson. The two discuss Richardson's path to becoming Mayor and how she is focused a great deal on bringing back local pride to her small village through revitalization efforts. With her help, the village is making strides in the right direction. For more...
2021-07-041h 00
Small Town Podcast7. Mayor Bob Hardey - City of Westlake, LAOcilla Mayor and Small Town Podcast Host Matt Seale continues his 5-episode series on small-town Louisiana sponsored by the Louisiana Municipal Association and Louisiana Economic Development. In this episode, Mayor Matt goes to Westlake, Louisiana, for stop number four on his road trip to talk with Westlake Mayor, Bob Hardey. The two Mayors have an interesting conversation about how Hardey came from retirement to the mayoral seat. They also discuss how Hardey was able to guide the City of Westlake in the right direction after battling a series of storms: both financial storms and natural disasters. For more information, visit...
2021-06-201h 22
Small Town PodcastMayor Rodney Grogan - City of Patterson, LAOcilla Mayor and Small Town Podcast Host Matt Seale continues his 5-episode series on small-town Louisiana sponsored by the Louisiana Municipal Association and Louisiana Economic Development. In this episode, Mayor Matt goes to Patterson, Louisiana, for stop number three to talk with Patterson Mayor, Rodney Grogan. The two Mayors discuss how the City of Patterson is focused on revitalization downtown and throughout the community. They also talk about how Mayor Grogan has lived his life through a series of "firsts." For more information, visit www.smalltownpodcast.com.
2021-06-061h 07
Small Town Podcast5. Mayor Billy and Mayor Bobee - Town of St Francisville, LAOcilla Mayor and Small Town Podcast Host Matt Seale continues his journey through the state of Louisiana for a 5-episode series on small towns in Louisiana sponsored by the Louisiana Municipal Association and Louisiana Economic Development. Mayor Matt’s second stop is in St. Francisville, LA to talk with former Mayor Billy, who served as Mayor for 36 years and newly elected Mayor Bobee. The conversations cover how tourism is extremely important to St. Francisville economy and their efforts to make sure that their charming small town remains the way it is. For more information, visit www.smalltownpodcast.com.
2021-05-2359 min
Small Town Podcast4. Mayor Buz Craft- Town of Vidalia, LAOcilla Mayor and Small Town Podcast Host Matt Seale travels to Louisiana to begin a 5-episode series on small towns in Louisiana sponsored by the Louisiana Municipal Association and Louisiana Economic Development. Mayor Matt’s first stop is in Vidalia, LA to talk with Mayor Buz Craft. The 2 Mayors discuss how Mayor Craft grew up in Vidalia and talks about how he got into local government. Mayor Craft discusses the challenges he faced once he was elected Mayor of Vidalia, LA. They also talk about why Mayor Craft loves about his small town and how Vidalia's slogan "City on the Mo...
2021-05-0959 min
Small Town Podcast2. Mayor Buddy Duke - City of of Adel, GAOcilla Mayor and Small Town Podcast Host Matt Seale travels to Adel, GA to talk with Mayor Buddy Duke. The 2 discuss how Buddy was born and raised in Adel and his decision to move back to Adel and work for his family business after moving away to attend Troy University in Alabama. They also discuss the challenges and successes of Adel in the past 20 years. Mayor Buddy Duke speaks about the way Adel has grown and developed over the several years. Lastly, Mayor Buddy Duke Answers Mayor Matt’s question about how Adel got its iconic saying “Adel, baby!” For more i...
2021-04-111h 12
Small Town Podcast1. Georgia Secretary of State Brad RaffenspergerOcilla Mayor and Small Town Podcast host Matt Seale travels to the big city of Atlanta, GA for a conversation with Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger. The 2 discuss Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger’s interesting life story, coming from a small town in Pennsylvania to eventually settle in Georgia with his family, getting into state government to make a difference, and better explains his role and duties of Georgia Secretary of State.
2021-03-2955 min
Small Town Podcast20. The Great City of Ocilla, GA - Part 2Ocilla Mayor and Small Town Podcast host Matt Seale stays close to home in his very own small town of Ocilla, Ga, and talks with the current members of the Ocilla, Ga City Council. They discuss the rewards and challenges they face as City Council members and how they came to serve in their community as they did. For more information, visit www.smalltownpodcast.com
2020-12-231h 10
Small Town PodcastThe Great City of Ocilla, GA - Part 1Ocilla Mayor and Small Town Podcast host Matt Seale stays in his own small town of Ocilla, Ga, and talks with former Mayor Lamar Royal and Police Chief Billy Hancock. They discuss the joys of small town living in Ocilla and how they came to serve in their community as they did. For more information, visit www.smalltownpodcast.com
2020-12-1651 min
Small Town PodcastMayor Matt Visits South Georgia LEADSIn this episode, Mayor Matt Seale visits with the current students of South Georgia LEADS: a leadership experience for growing and retaining South Georgia leaders. We get to hear from Jason Dunn, the Executive Director of the Fitzgerald and Ben Hill County Development Authority, Georgia State Senator Tyler Harper, and Georgia State Representative Clay Pirkle, on the importance of this program and what it brings to the Southern Georgia region. We also get to hear from several LEADS class participants and their take on why they wanted to be in the LEADS program and what they hope to learn from...
2020-10-1150 min
Upside Strength PodcastMatt Domney, Powerlifting, Biomechanics, Exercise Selection, Mental Variability || Episode #56 [EN]Matt Domney, Powerlifting, Biomechanics, Exercise Selection, Mental Variability || Episode #56
Matt is a strength and conditioning coach, educator and mentor with Compound Performance. Based out of Texas, he provides remote and in person coaching to anyone looking to reach their potential. Matt has competed in many sports including mixed martial arts and powerlifting.
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Topics:
0:00 - Intro
0:26 - Start
0:44 - Background
2:13 - Defining moments (as an athletes and as a coach)
5:02 - Competing and coaching - finding the right balance
7:08 - What did you change your mind about...
2020-09-291h 00
Small Town PodcastMayor Glen Barlow - Town of French Camp, MSCome go with Small Town Podcast to French Camp, Mississippi, a small town that makes a difference. In this episode, Mayor Matt Seale and Mayor Glen Barlow have a great conversation about Mayor Barlow’s interesting journey tothe Mayoral seat, and about French Camp Academy, a smallprivate school that is supported by the entire community.
2020-09-2055 min
Small Town Podcast12. Mayor Liz Ordiales - City of Hiawassee, GAOcilla Mayor and Small Town Podcast host Matt Seale travels to Hiawassee, Ga, to talk with Mayor Liz Ordiales. The 2 discuss Mayor Ordiales radically different life story, coming from Cuba to settle in Georgia, getting into local government to make a difference in her community, and all the extensive recreational activities Hiawassee has to offer. We also get to hear from Hiawassee Economic Developer, Denise McKay about projects in the works for the Towns County Development Authority.
2020-07-2654 min
Small Town Podcast11. Mayor Andrea Gibby - City of Young Harris, GAOcilla Mayor and Small Town Podcast Host Matt Seale travels to Young Harris, GA, to talk with Mayor Andrea Gibby. The 2 discuss how Mayor Gibby got involved in her local government in the same place where she was born and raised. They also discuss goals she has for her local community. In this episode, we also get to hear from Candace Lee, the President of Towns County Chamber of Commerce, about all that Young Harris has to offer. For more information, visit www.smalltownpodcast.com.
2020-07-121h 05
Small Town PodcastMayor Mike Eason - City of Dawsonville, GAOcilla Mayor and Small Town Podcast Host Matt Seale travels to Dawsonville, GA, to talk with Mayor of Dawsonville, Mike Eason. The 2 discuss how Eason, an Alabama native, made his way to North Georgia, and through a unique turn of events, became Mayor of an intriguing small town that truly has something for everyone! In this episode, we also get to hear from both Christie Moore, the President of Dawson County Chamber of Commerce, and Betsy McGriff, the Director of Economic Development for the Dawson County Chamber, about all that Dawsonville has to offer. For more information, visit www.smalltownpodcast...
2020-06-281h 05
Small Town PodcastChief Wesley Walker - City of Lyons, GAOcilla Mayor and Small Town Podcast Host Matt Seale travels to Lyons, GA, to talk with Chief of Police, Wesley Walker. The 2 discuss the challenges in law enforcement in rural areas, and the community-based operation he runs in the City of Lyons, GA. In this episode, we also get to hear from Michele Johnson, the Executive Director of Toombs County Development Authority, who shares with us an interesting story on how her former career fueled the passion to bring jobs back to Toombs. For more information, visit www.smalltownpodcast.com.
2020-06-141h 04Small Town Podcast8. How are Rural Communities Doing through COVID-19?Ocilla Mayor and Small Town Podcast Host Matt Seale stays safely in his own small town of Ocilla, GA, and talks via Zoom with Larry Hanson, the Executive Director of the Georgia Municipal Association, and Deb Brown of SaveYour.Town who sits in her own small town of Webster City, IA, and works with small towns across the country. The conversations focus on how small towns are doing during the pandemic from a local government perspective, and how these unprecedented circumstances might accelerate trends that were already benefitting rural communities. For more information, visit smalltownpodcast.com.
2020-05-2451 minSmall Town PodcastChecking in on Louisiana Small TownsOcilla Mayor and Small Town Podcast Host Matt Seale stays in his own small town of Ocilla, GA, and holds Zoom conferences with several previously featured small town Mayors and Officials in Louisiana. In this episode, Mayor Matt checks in with Mayor Peggy Adkins of Serepta, Mayor John “Sonny” Dumas of Winnsboro, Mayor Adam Holland of Oak Grove, Mayor Eugene Foulcard of Franklin, Former Mayor Tim Kerner of Jean Lafitte, Mayor Mike Kloesel of Kaplan, and Mayor Bob Zabbia of Ponchatoula, to see how their small towns are faring during the COVID-19 Pandemic. For more information, visit smalltownpodcast.com.
2020-05-1055 minSmall Town PodcastChecking In On Georgia Small TownsOcilla Mayor and Small Town Podcast Host Matt Seale stays in his own small town of Ocilla, GA, and holds Zoom conferences with several previously featured small town Mayors and City Officials in Georgia. In this episode, Mayor Matt checks in with Mayor Matt Donaldson of Twin City, Genuine Georgia owner Cynthia Smith of downtown Greensboro, Mayor Mike Young of McRae-Helena, Mayor James Eubanks of Pelham, and Mayor Jason Weaver of Screven, to see how their small towns are faring during the COVID-19 Pandemic. For more information, visit smalltownpodcast.com.
2020-04-2656 min
Small Town PodcastRural Healthcare with Dr. Howard McMahan in the Great City of Ocilla, GAOcilla Mayor and Small Town Podcast Host Matt Seale stays in his own small town of Ocilla, GA to talk with local Dr. Howard McMahan. The 2 discuss how Dr McMahan chose the life of a small town family doctor. They also discuss the challenges of rural healthcare in general, as well as in the face of a global pandemic. For more information, visit www.smalltownpodcast.com.
2020-04-121h 02
Small Town PodcastMayor Eugene Foulcard - City of Franklin, LAOcilla Mayor and Small Town Podcast Host Matt Seale travels to Franklin, LA to talk with Mayor Eugene Foulcard. The 2 discuss how Mayor Foulcard was driven to be a public servant in his home community at an early age. They also discuss Franklin’s challenges, including weather issues being so close to the Gulf Coast, and his plans for how to better his community moving forward. For more information, visit www.smalltownpodcast.com.
2020-03-2947 min
Small Town PodcastMayor Bob Zabbia - City of Ponchatoula, LAOcilla Mayor and Small Town Podcast Host Matt Seale travels to Ponchatoula, LA to talk with Mayor Robert “Bob” Zabbia. The 2 discuss how Mayor Zabbia got involved in his local government in the same place where was born and raised. They also discuss the challenges of Hurricane Katrina hitting early in his first term, and the growth Ponchatoula has experienced after the recovery. For more information, visit www.smalltownpodcast.com.
2020-03-0852 min
Small Town PodcastCity Attorney Tom Lehman - City of Cairo, GAOcilla Mayor and Small Town Podcast Host Matt Seale travels to Cairo, GA to talk with City Attorney Tom Lehman. The 2 discuss how Tom came to live in Cairo and his unique way of picking it as the place he would call home. They also talk about the role of a city attorney and the ways Cairo has grown and developed over the years. For more information, visit www.smalltownpodcast.com.
2020-02-2352 min
Small Town PodcastMayor George Trulock - City of Whigham, GAOcilla Mayor and Small Town Podcast Host Matt Seale travels to Whigham, GA to talk with Mayor George Trulock. The 2 discuss how Mayor Trulock got involved in local government for one specific reason and why he continued to serve so many years. They also discuss how changes in the school affect community identity and what Whigham has done to maintain theirs in the face of changes. For more information, visit www.smalltownpodcast.com.
2020-02-0946 min
Small Town PodcastKay LaFrance Knight and Mayor John Dumas - Town of Winnsboro, LAOcilla Mayor and Small Town Podcast Host Matt Seale concludes his journey through the state of Louisiana for a 5-episode series on small towns in Louisiana sponsored by the Louisiana Municipal Association. Mayor Matt’s final stop is in Winnsboro, LA to talk with Main Street Manager Kay LaFrance-Knight and Mayor John Dumas. The conversations cover historic preservation projects that Winnsboro has undertaken to enhance its sense of place and a more recent effort to get things back on track in the town’s governance. For more information, visit www.smalltownpodcast.com.
2019-12-091h 17
Small Town PodcastMayor Adam Holland - Town of Oak GroveOcilla Mayor and Small Town Podcast Host Matt Seale continues his journey through the state of Louisiana for a 5-episode series on small towns in Louisiana sponsored by the Louisiana Municipal Association. Mayor Matt’s fourth stop is in Oak Grove, LA to talk with Mayor Adam Holland, as well as Mayor Jessie Washington from nearby Delhi, LA. Mayor Holland talks about how he became engaged in downtown development before becoming Mayor and his efforts to increase collaboration with surrounding towns and villages around Poverty Point, a new World Heritage Site. Showing he means what he says about collaboration, he sh...
2019-11-251h 01
Small Town PodcastMayor Peggy Adkins - Town of Sarepta, LAOcilla Mayor and Small Town Podcast Host Matt Seale continues his journey through the state of Louisiana for a 5-episode series on small towns in Louisiana sponsored by the Louisiana Municipal Association. Mayor Matt’s third stop is in Sarepta, LA to talk with Mayor Peggy Adkins. The 2 Mayors discuss how Mayor Adkins grew up in Sarepta and how she eventually came to be in local government after a long career in education. They also discuss the changes she has experienced in Sarepta and the challenges of maintaining community identity while keeping your home a great place to live. For mo...
2019-11-1158 min
Small Town PodcastMayor Mike Kloesel - City of Kaplan, LAOcilla Mayor and Small Town Podcast Host Matt Seale continues his travels through the state of Louisiana for a 5-episode series on small towns in Louisiana sponsored by the Louisiana Municipal Association. Mayor Matt’s second stop is in Kaplan, LA to talk with Mayor Mike Kloesel. The 2 Mayors discuss how Mayor Kloesel grew up in a completely different state never imagining he would one day live in Kaplan, much less become the Mayor, but now he couldn’t imagine wanting to live anywhere else. They also discuss the local challenges to growth and about Mayor Kloesel’s vision for the fu...
2019-10-2853 min
Small Town PodcastMayor Tim Kerner - Town of Jean Lafitte, LAOcilla Mayor and Small Town Podcast Host Matt Seale travels to Louisiana to begin a 5-episode series on small towns in Louisiana sponsored by the Louisiana Municipal Association. Mayor Matt’s first stop is in Jean Lafitte, LA to talk with Mayor Tim Kerner. The 2 Mayors discuss how Mayor Kerner grew up in Jean Lafitte and never really wanted to live anywhere else. Mayor Kerner discusses the many recreation opportunities his community has to offer. They also talk about challenges that small towns face in rural areas in Louisiana. For more information, visit www.smalltownpodcast.com.
2019-10-1449 min
Small Town PodcastEpisode 41: Mayor Roger Bacon - City of Irwinton, GAOcilla Mayor and Small Town Podcast Host Matt Seale travels to Irwinton, GA to talk with Mayor Roger Bacon. The 2 Mayors discuss how Mayor Bacon grew up in metro Atlanta but made his way to Irwinton and later became the Mayor.. They also talk collaboration efforts among the small towns in Wilkinson County and the State Banana Pudding Festival Irwinton started. For more information, visit www.smalltownpodcast.com.
2019-09-2352 min
Small Town PodcastEpisode 40: Mayor Levern Clancy - City of Midway, GAOcilla Mayor and Small Town Podcast Host Matt Seale travels to Midway, GA to talk with Mayor Levern Clancy in this third of three episodes sponsored by EOM Operations. The 2 Mayors discuss how Mayor Clancy grew up Midway and how as an adult, he was “encouraged” to get into local government. They also talk about the rich history of Midway and the building of their new City Hall. For more information, visit www.smalltownpodcast.com.
2019-09-0936 min
Small Town PodcastEpisode 39: Mayor Barty Alderman- City of Springfield, GAOcilla Mayor and Small Town Podcast Host Matt Seale travels to Springfield, GA to talk with Mayor Barty Alderman in this second of three episodes sponsored by EOM Operations. The 2 Mayors discuss how Mayor Alderman grew up near Springfield and when he left to go to school was determined to get back as soon as possible. They also talk revitalization efforts that have been made recently and the history you can visit in this coastal small town. For more information, visit www.smalltownpodcast.com.
2019-08-2642 min
Small Town PodcastEpisode 38: Mayor Preston Dees - City of Sylvania, GAOcilla Mayor and Small Town Podcast Host Matt Seale travels to Sylvania, GA to talk with Mayor Preston Dees in this first of three episodes sponsored by EOM Operations. The 2 Mayors discuss how Mayor Dees came to live in Sylvania and call it home and how he got into local government. They also talk about the rich history of the coastal community and developments being worked on for the future of this small town. For more information, visit www.smalltownpodcast.com.
2019-08-1247 minSmall Town PodcastEpisode 37: Infrastructure is Still a Big Deal!Ocilla Mayor and Small Town Podcast host Matt Seale focuses again on municipal infrastructure. After covering this issue last year at the Georgia Municipal Association Annual Convention, we find that this issue is still on the minds of many local officials. Whether you’re in a small town or a big city, water, sewer, roads, bridges and broadband are essential for cities of all sizes to live and grow. This episode includes updates from efforts discussed last year and new information about the more serious issues (and some new possible solutions) in small towns from industry experts. For more information, vi...
2019-07-2957 min
Small Town PodcastEpisode 36: Mayor John Harley- City of Centerville, GAOcilla Mayor and Small Town Podcast Host Matt Seale travels to Centerville, GA to talk with Mayor John Harley. The 2 discuss how Mayor Harley came to live in Centerville and call it home and how he got into local government in various roles. The 2 also talk about recent developments in Centerville as it continues to grow. For more information, visit www.smalltownpodcast.com.
2019-07-151h 08
Small Town PodcastEpisode 35: Mayor Billy Trapnell - City of Metter, GA (Part 2)Ocilla Mayor and Small Town Podcast Host Matt Seale travels to Metter, GA to talk with former Mayor Billy Trapnell. The 2 discuss Mayor Trapnell’s life in Metter and how he got into local government in what was supposed to be his retirement. They also discuss the challenges and successes of Metter in his 24 years in his role as Metter’s Mayor. This episode is part 2 of a 2-episode series on Metter, GA. For more information, visit www.smalltownpodcast.com.
2019-07-011h 16
Small Town PodcastEpisode 34: Mayor Billy Trapnell - City of Metter, GAOcilla Mayor and Small Town Podcast Host Matt Seale travels to Metter, GA to talk with former Mayor Billy Trapnell. The 2 discuss Mayor Trapnell’s life in Metter and how he got into local government in what was supposed to be his retirement. They also discuss the challenges and successes of Metter in his 24 years in his role as Metter’s Mayor. This episode is part 1 of a 2-episode series on Metter, GA. For more information, visit www.smalltownpodcast.com.
2019-06-171h 03
Small Town PodcastEpisode 33: Deputy City Administrator Cam Jordan - City of Fitzgerald, GAOcilla Mayor and Small Town Podcast Host Matt Seale travels to Fitzgerald, GA to talk with Deputy City Administrator Cam Jordan. The 2 discuss how Cam left Fitzgerald and why he returned, how he got into local government, and the privilege of working on the vision of his mentor, long serving former Mayor Gerald Thompson. For more information, visit www.smalltownpodcast.com.
2019-06-031h 25
Small Town PodcastEpisode 32: Mayor Glenn Wright - City of Greensboro, GA(Rebroadcast) Ocilla Mayor and Small Town Podcast host Matt Seale sits down with Mayor Glenn Wright of Greensboro. The 2 discuss how Mayor Wright got into local government and why he’s looking for opposition. Also discussed is the shift in representation since Mayor Wright first joined the Greensboro City Council many years ago. We also talk with Cynthia Smith from the Greensboro Business Association about how they have built up their downtown and keep things going strong in a small town. For more information, visit www.smalltownpodcast.com.
2019-05-201h 05
Small Town PodcastEpisode 31: Mayor James Eubanks - City of Pelham, GA(Rebroadcast) Ocilla Mayor and Small Town Podcast Host Matt Seale travels to Pelham, GA to talk with Mayor James Eubanks, a young Mayor that started in local government at the age of 25. The two discuss Mayor Eubanks leaving and coming back home to Pelham, small town rivalry with the next town over, having your own small town city school system, and why Pelham is a place you should visit. For more info, visit www.smalltownpodcast.com.
2019-05-0656 minSmall Town PodcastEpisode 30: GMA interviews Mayor Matt!Ocilla Mayor and Small Town Podcast host Matt Seale is the subject of the interview conducted by Amy Henderson of the Georgia Municipal Association. In this episode we learn about what Mayor Matt has learned through his experiences on Season 1 of Small Town Podcast, how things have changed since he set off on this project and what he would like to do moving forward. Mayor Matt also answers the "get to know you" questions he has asked others on previous episodes. For more information, visit www.smalltownpodcast.com.
2019-04-2255 min
Small Town PodcastEpisode 29: Mayor Mike Young-City of McRae-HelenaOcilla Mayor and Small Town Podcast Host Matt Seale travels to McRae-Helena, GA to talk with Mayor Mike Young. The 2 discuss how Mayor Young got into local government, how Mayor Young was a critical part of the 2 small towns of McRae and Helena merging in 2015, and the struggles and benefits of that merger. For more information, visit www.smalltownpodcast.com.
2019-04-081h 12
Small Town PodcastEpisode 28: Mayor Pro Tem Matt Donaldson- City of Twin City, GAOcilla Mayor and Small Town Podcast Host Matt Seale travels to Twin City, GA to talk with Mayor Pro Tem Matt Donaldson. The 2 discuss how 2 small towns merged to form Twin City in 1921, and the struggles and benefits of that merger. They also discuss recent struggles that Twin City has overcome and why Mayor Pro Tem Donaldson can’t imagine living anywhere else. For more information, visit www.smalltownpodcast.com.
2019-03-251h 04Small Town PodcastEpisode 27: Mayor Matt on Small Town SunshineThe tables are turned on Ocilla Mayor and Small Town Podcast host Matt Seale as he is interviewed by Adrienne Andreae of the podcast Small Town Sunshine. In this episode we learn about Mayor Matt and how he came to live in Ocilla, what made him run for Mayor and what made him want to start Small Town Podcast. For more information, visit www.smalltownpodcast.com.
2019-03-1156 min
Small Town PodcastEpisode 26: Mayor Sandy Lumpkin-City of Ashburn, GAOcilla Mayor and Small Town Podcast Host Matt Seale travels to Ashburn, GA to talk with Mayor, and former Ashburn City Clerk, Sandy Lumpkin. The 2 discuss how Mayor Lumpkin came to be a resident of Ashburn after a life out West and how after a full career in Ashburn City government as an employee, she decided to run for office. For more information, visit www.smalltownpodcast.com.
2019-02-2550 min
Small Town PodcastEpisode 25: Mayor Linda Blechinger-City of Auburn, GAOcilla Mayor and Small Town Podcast host Matt Seale travels to Auburn, GA for a conversation with Mayor, and current President of the Georgia Municipal Association, Linda Blechinger. The 2 discuss Mayor Blechinger’s life story, coming from New York to settle in Georgia, getting into local government to make a difference, and the power of working together with other local officials through the Georgia Municipal Association. For more information, visit www.smalltownpodcast.com.
2019-02-111h 02Small Town PodcastEpisode 24: Workshop: Local Government 101 with Rusi PatelOcilla Mayor and Small Town Podcast Host Matt Seale sits down with Rusi Patel from the Georgia Municipal Association to discuss the interesting and sometimes complicated subject of local government structures and powers. For more information, visit www.smalltownpodcast.com.
2018-12-1743 minSmall Town PodcastEpisode 23: Councilman Willie Hardee-City of HomervilleOcilla Mayor and Small Town Podcast Host Matt Seale travels to Homerville, GA to talk with long standing Councilman Willie Hardee, Jr. The 2 discuss Councilman Hardee's time growing up in Homerville, with its trials and successes and the various roles he has had as a member of the Homerville City Council for almost 40 years. For more information, visit www.smalltownpodcast.com.
2018-11-0541 minSmall Town PodcastEpisode 22: Jim Trott - Town of Pine MountainOcilla Mayor and Small Town Podcast Host Matt Seale travels to Pine Mountain, GA to talk with Mayor Jim Trott. The two discuss how Mayor Trott came to live in Pine Mountain and how he was thrust into local government, as well as the journey Pine Mountain has taken in diversifying its economy while maintaining its small town charm. For more info, visit www.smalltownpodcast.com.
2018-10-2234 minSmall Town PodcastEpisode 21: Oh It’s Time for Some Campaigning - Workshop EpisodeOcilla Mayor and Small Town Podcast Host Matt Seale interviews candidates for Georgia's Governor and Lt. Governor in advance of the election this Nov. 6th and asks questions about how they will benefit Rural Georgia. For more information, visit www.smalltownpodcast.com.
2018-10-081h 40Small Town PodcastEpisode 20: Mayor Hobby Stripling - City of ViennaOcilla Mayor and Small Town Podcast Host Matt Seale goes back to the small town of Vienna, GA, this time to talk with Mayor Hobby Stripling. The two discuss Stripling’s long career in politics that went well beyond the his small town and how he found himself the Mayor again after 25 years. We also get all the details on the local festival with nationwide appeal, the annual Big Pig Jig. For more information, visit www.smalltownpodcast.com.
2018-09-2452 minSmall Town PodcastEpisode 19: Agriculture Innovation and the World’s Largest Muscadine Vineyard - Workshop EpisodeOcilla Mayor and Small Town Podcast host Matt Seale continues a conversation with Georgia Agriculture Commissioner Gary Black about how big the industry is. He also sits down with Irwin County farmer Gary Paulk to discuss the Paulk Family legacy and how they got into growing muscadines, starting from 5 acres to what is now the largest muscadine vineyard in the world. For more info, visit www.smalltownpodcast.com
2018-09-1054 minSmall Town PodcastEpisode 18: Mayor Bryan Standifer - City of MonticelloOcilla Mayor and Small Town Podcast host Matt Seale travels to the small town of Monticello, GA to talk with Mayor Bryan Standifer. The 2 discuss how Mayor Standifer decided to get into local government and about how famous people and big movies are a part of Monticello’s culture. For more information, visit www.smalltownpodcast.com.
2018-08-2754 minSmall Town PodcastEpisode 17: Infrastructure Issues and Solutions - Workshop EpisodeOcilla Mayor and Small Town Podcast host Matt Seale focuses on municipal infrastructure. Whether you’re in a small town or a big city, water, sewer, roads, bridges and broadband are essential for cities of all sizes to live and grow. This episode includes conversations with local government officials, those who lobby at the state and local level, and Mayor Matt talks with special guests GDOT Director of Planning Jay Roberts and GA Agriculture Commissioner Gary Black. For more information, visit www.smalltownpodcast.com
2018-08-131h 33Small Town PodcastEpisode 16: Mayor Ames Barnett - City of Washington (Georgia)Ocilla Mayor and Small Town Podcast host Matt Seale travels to the small town of Washington, GA to talk with Mayor Ames Barnett. The 2 discuss Mayor Barnett’s decision to come home to Washington when he could have gone anywhere and how he views the responsibilities of local government officials.
For more information, visit www.smalltownpodcast.com.
2018-07-3037 minSmall Town PodcastEpisode 15: Mayor Clarence Lee “Mutt” Rhodes - City of SiloamOcilla Mayor and Small Town Podcast host Matt Seale travels to the small town of Siloam, GA to talk with former Mayor and current City Councilmember Clarence Lee “Mutt” Rhodes. The 2 reflect on Mayor Rhodes long time in local government in the smallest town profile on the podcast so far. At age 91, Mayor Rhodes has some stories to share, including his trip to New York City to see the World’s Fair at age 12! For more information, visit www.smalltownpodcast.com.
2018-07-1647 minSmall Town PodcastEpisode 14: Runoff Candidates for Georgia Lt Governor - Workshop EpisodeOcilla Mayor and Small Town Podcast host Matt Seale talks with the 2 remaining candidates for the Republican nomination for Georgia Lt Governor, Rep. Geoff Duncan and Senator David Shafer. For more information, visit www.smalltownpodcast.com
2018-07-0235 minSmall Town PodcastEpisode 13: Runoff Candidates for Georgia Governor - Workshop EpisodeOcilla Mayor and Small Town Podcast host Matt Seale talks with the 2 remaining candidates for the Republican nomination for Georgia Governor, Lt Governor Casey Cagle and Secretary of State Brian Kemp. Mayor Matt also gets his first interview with Democratic Nominee for Governor, Stacey Abrams. For more information, visit www.smalltownpodcast.com
2018-06-251h 03Small Town PodcastEpisode 12: Mayor Glenn Wright - City of GreensboroOcilla Mayor and Small Town Podcast host Matt Seale sits down with Mayor Glenn Wright of Greensboro. The 2 discuss how Mayor Wright got into local government and why he’s looking for opposition. Also discussed are the shift in representation since Mayor Wright first joined the Greensboro City Council many years ago. We also talk with Cynthia Smith from the Greensboro Business Association about how they have built up their downtown and keep things going strong in a small town. For more information, visit www.smalltownpodcast.com.
2018-06-181h 03Small Town PodcastEpisode 11: Chief Craig Tully - City of ColquittOcilla Mayor and Small Town Podcast host Matt Seale talks with City of Colquitt Fire Chief Craig Tully. The two discuss Chief Tully’s 40 year career in fire service, building up an all volunteer fire department in a small town, and the artistic and vibrant small town of Colquitt, GA. For more info, visit www.smalltownpodcast.com.
2018-06-0455 min
DOOMED with Matt Binder19: Everything's Coming Up Roses: Four Progressive Women With Dem Socialist Platforms Win Big in PA Primaries (w/ Summer Lee, Sara Innamorato, Kristin Seale, Elizabeth Fiedler)Four progressive women with Democratic Socialist platforms running for Pennsylvania State House won big last week in their primaries. All unseated establishment male incumbents. All four – Summer Lee & Sara Innamorato of Pittsburgh and Kristin Seale & Elizabeth Fiedler of Philadelphia – join the show to discuss their respective races, their experience in taking on the establishment, how their people-powered campaigns helped them win, DSA's role and what their Dem Socialist platforms meant to them, and what this means all across the country going forward. All that plus listener questions and comments and much more!
2018-05-271h 33Small Town PodcastEpisode 10: Clemontine Washington - Town of MidwayOcilla Mayor and Small Town Podcast Host Matt Seale travels to Midway, GA to talk with current Mayor Pro Tem and former Mayor Clemontine Washington, someone Mayor Matt has known for many years (listen to find out how.) The two discuss Dr. Washington's leaving and coming back home to Midway, small town issues like how she has handled communication with public over trees and why City Hall is in currently in the Midway Mall. Listen to find out why Midway is a place you should visit. For more info, visit www.smalltownpodcast.com.
2018-05-2145 minSmall Town PodcastEpisode 9: Candidates for Georgia Governor Part 2 - Workshop EpisodeOcilla Mayor and Small Town Podcast host Matt Seale interviews the remaining candidates for Georgia Governor and asks them what they plan to do for small towns in the rural parts of the state. This is Part 2 of a 2-part series. For more information, visit www.smalltownpodcast.com
2018-04-301h 40Small Town PodcastEpisode 8: Candidates for Georgia Governor Part 1 - Workshop EpisodeOcilla Mayor and Small Town Podcast host Matt Seale interviews 5 of the 10 candidates for Georgia Governor and asks them what they plan to do for small towns in the rural parts of the state. This is Part 1 of a 2-part series. For more information, visit www.smalltownpodcast.com
2018-04-231h 41Small Town PodcastEpisode 7: Candidates for Georgia Lt. Governor - Workshop EpisodeOcilla Mayor and Small Town Podcast Host Matt Seale interviews all 5 candidates for Lt Governor of Georgia and asks them what they plan to do for small towns in rural parts of the state if elected. For more info, visit www.smalltownpodcat.com
2018-04-161h 17Small Town PodcastEpisode 6: Cities on a (Capitol) Hill - Workshop EpisodeOcilla Mayor and Small Town Podcast Host Matt Seale heads to the Georgia State Capitol in Atlanta to discuss how legislative action at the state level affect small towns everywhere. Ever wondered why cities need lobbyists? Guest include members of GMA's Government Relations team and Georgia State Representative Clay Pirkle. For more information, visit www.smalltownpodcast.com.
2018-04-021h 06Small Town PodcastEpisode 5: Beth English - City of ViennaOcilla Mayor and Small Town Podcast Host Matt Seale travels to Vienna, Georgia for a conversation with longstanding Councilmember Beth English. The two discuss how English came to Vienna and quickly got involved with community groups and historic preservation, eventually being elected to City Council 5 times. For more info, visit www.smalltownpodcast.com.
2018-03-2644 minSmall Town PodcastEpisode 4: Mayor's Day - Workshop EpisodeOcilla Mayor and Small Town Podcast Host Matt Seale travels to the Mayor’s Day Conference in this first ever Workshop Episode of the podcast. Mayor Matt speaks with Georgia Municipal Association Executive Director Larry Hanson about the current transition in local governments. Mayor Matt then talks with several newly elected small town Mayors and Councilmembers to see why they decided to run and what they hope to accomplish now that they’ve been elected. Visit www.smalltownpodcast.com for more info.
2018-03-1227 minSmall Town PodcastEpisode 3: James Eubanks - Town of PelhamOcilla Mayor and Small Town Podcast Host Matt Seale travels to Pelham, GA to talk with Mayor James Eubanks, a young Mayor that started in local government at the age of 25. The two discuss Mayor Eubanks leaving and coming back home to Pelham, small town rivalry with the next town over, having your own small town city school system, and why Pelham is a place you should visit. For more info, visit www.smalltownpodcast.com.
2018-03-0554 minSmall Town PodcastEpisode 2: Lace Futch - City of Willacoochee - Part 2Ocilla Mayor and Small Town Podcast Host Matt Seale continues his conversation with Lace Futch, Willacoochee, GA's former Mayor. The two discuss the impressive job creation in Willacooche, the joys and struggles that many rural communities share today, as well more small town adventures. For more info, visit www.smalltownpodcast.com
2018-02-1944 minSmall Town PodcastEpisode 1: Lace Futch - City of Willacoochee - Part 1Ocilla Mayor and Small Town Podcast Host Matt Seale travels to Willacoochee, Georgia for a conversation with Lace Futch, Willacoochee's former Mayor. The two discuss growing up in Willacoochee and Mayor Futch's life of service and small town adventures. For more info, visit www.smalltownpodcast.com
Edited & mixed by Resonate Recordings
2018-02-0542 min