Shows
Good Neighbor Podcast: TN-WNC-SWVAEP#342: From Brewery Fixes to Bright Futures: Adam Agee on Crafting Outdoor Lighting that Lasts With AVL Outdoor Lighting & DesignA brewery’s dark corners turned into a bright idea. When we sat down with Adam Agee, owner-operator of AVL Outdoor Lighting and Design, we traced how a career in landscaping and facility maintenance evolved into a specialty: crafting low-voltage lighting that looks beautiful on night one and still performs years later. From diagnosing legacy issues at Sierra Nevada Brewing Company to building a local team in Arden, NC, Adam shares the field-tested methods behind reliable systems and the customer habits that keep trust front and center.We dig into the real differences between DIY lighting kits an...
2025-10-2711 min
Good Neighbor Podcast: TN-WNC-SWVAEP#332: Crafting Home Dreams with Nova Kitchen and BathWhat does it truly mean to be a local business serving the community for almost 50 years? Adam Stephens, President of Nova Kitchen and Bath, pulls back the curtain on the kitchen and bath remodeling industry in this engaging conversation.Stevens reveals the journey that brought him from a history education degree to leadership at one of Western North Carolina's most established home improvement companies. His candid insights into the remodeling process dismantle the unrealistic expectations created by weekend renovation shows. "A remodel doesn't take a weekend," Stevens explains. "It takes three months once you get everything in...
2025-10-2711 min
Good Neighbor Podcast: TN-WNC-SWVAEP# 297: From Chef to Leader: Adam Lamb's Journey to Transforming Culinary CareersWhat makes some chefs natural leaders while others struggle to build cohesive teams? Adam Lamb, owner-operator of Chef Life Media LLC, embarked on a journey to answer this question after recognizing a critical gap in culinary education. As he shares with host Skip Mauneyon the Good Neighbor Podcast, culinary schools teach everything about food but nothing about leading people—leaving many chefs unprepared when they're handed the keys and told to manage a team.Drawing from his own failures and successes since 2006, Lamb now coaches chefs to develop what he calls "presence over position"—the ability to lead...
2025-10-2412 min
Good Neighbor Podcast: TN-WNC-SWVAEP#310: From England to Western NC: The Saints European Skin Care StoryWhat happens when European skincare expertise meets Appalachian communities? Shehnaz Adam shares her remarkable 20-year journey bringing advanced skincare treatments to rural America in this fascinating conversation.As the owner of Saints European Skincare and Spa serving East Tennessee and Western North Carolina, Shehnaz brings a unique perspective shaped by her British background and medical training at Oxford. Her mission extends beyond treatments – she's passionate about educating clients on proper skincare practices while debunking harmful myths that many have followed for years.The episode reveals surprising misconceptions: that oily skin doesn't need moisturizer, that aggressive sc...
2025-10-2409 min
Good Neighbor Podcast: TN-WNC-SWVAEP# 255: How Two Brothers Are Transforming the Dental Experience in Asheville with Hodges and HodgesWhat makes Adam Hodges with Hodges and Hodges a good neighbor?Fear of the dental chair is something many of us can relate to. But what happens when a dentist himself once resisted joining the profession? Dr. Adam Hodges shares his fascinating journey from dental skeptic to passionate practitioner in this enlightening conversation.As co-owner of Hodges and Hodges, a family dental practice in Asheville dating back to 1960, Dr. Hodges brings unique insight into how modern dentistry has evolved. "The last thing I wanted to be was a dentist," he admits, describing his...
2025-07-0511 min
Good Neighbor Podcast: TN-WNC-SWVAEP# 134: Building Legacy in HVAC: Jason Fields' Story with Fields Right HVACWhat makes Jason Fields with Fields Right HVAC a good neighbor?Meet Jason Fields, the dedicated heart and hands behind Fields Right HVAC, a cornerstone in the Tri-Cities community known for its unwavering commitment to comfort and quality. Jason takes us on a journey from his childhood days of illuminating his father's repair work with just a flashlight, to earning multiple degrees in HVAC science. Fields Right HVAC, a family-owned business, thrives on the legacy of expertise passed down from Jason's father, Adam Fields, a seasoned professional in the industry. Whether it's a cozy residential...
2025-02-0812 min
Good Neighbor Podcast: TN-WNC-SWVAEP# 128: Good Batch Mama's Culinary Journey: From Family Meals to Board Game Insights with Adam RosenbalmWhat makes Adam Rosenbalm with Good Batch Mama a good neighbor?Discover the heartwarming story behind Good Batch Mama as we chat with Adam Rosenbalm, the driving force behind a family-owned gem in the Tri-Cities area. Together with his mother and sister, Adam has turned home-cooked meals into a culinary experience that brings families together. Learn how they've mastered the art of flexibility with their a la carte meal service that skips subscriptions, and how they offer free delivery across local communities like Elizabethton, Gate City, and Abingdon. Whether you're planning an event or just...
2025-02-0318 min