Good Neighbor Podcast: TN-WNC-SWVA

A 175-year-old church tucked behind the General Morgan Inn, Civil War stories in the soil, and a pastor who clears his head on a cross-country motorcycle ride—this conversation with Father Ken Saunders shows how tradition, service, and curiosity can thrive under one roof. We trace St. James Episcopal Church’s beginnings in 1842 through its 1850 clapboard building, now on the National Register, and uncover how the congregation keeps...

Weddings don’t wait, and neither do the people who keep them on track. We sit down with Louella South of South Specialty Clothiers to unpack how a 4,000‑square‑foot local store in the Boone Mall became the place that solves milestone moments—bridal gowns, bridesmaids, prom, homecoming, tuxedos, better ladies’ apparel, Meryl Norman cosmetics, and Brighton jewelry—without missing a single event in 42 years.

Louella shares th...

What Makes Chris Bischoff with Fan-tastic Cards & Comics a good Neighbor? 

When Chris Bischoff moved to North Carolina with his family just before the pandemic, he was looking for a way to connect with his new community. The answer? Turn a lifelong passion for comics, cards, and games into a thriving local business. Now approaching its third anniversary, Fan-tastic Cards and Comics has become much more than just a store—it'...

What makes Dr. Sandra Newes a good neighbor?

Suffering doesn't have to be permanent. That's the powerful message Dr. Sandra Newes brings to this eye-opening conversation about ketamine-assisted psychotherapy (KAP) - an innovative approach helping people find relief when traditional treatments fall short.

With over 25 years of experience as a psychologist, Dr. Newes specializes in helping individuals with chronic s...

What makes Blake Collins with Goodman Jewelers a good neighbor?

Nestled in the heart of downtown Bristol sits a jewel of a different kind—a family business that sparkles with tradition, craftsmanship, and generational wisdom. Meet Blake Collins, the third-generation bench jeweler behind Goodman Jewelers, who carries forward a legacy that began in 1971 at the same State Street location where it stands today.

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What makes Angela Braan a good neighbor?

Meet Angela Braan, owner of the vibrant "Pink School" - Kingsport Academy of Hair Design. Her remarkable journey from three decades in the beauty industry to school ownership happened almost by accident when she pursued her instructor's license in February 2023, only to purchase the entire school by December that same year.

What makes Angela's approach to beauty e...

What makes Sarah Simpson a good neighbor?

Ever wondered what happens when strangers gather in a room and agree to speak their truth? Meet Sarah Simpson, a psychotherapist who's revolutionizing how we think about human connection through group therapy.

Sarah joins us to share her fascinating journey from individual counseling to becoming passionate about interpersonal process groups. After nearly a decade in private pra...

What makes Jamisha Turner with Vanities By Jay Beauty & Aesthetics a good neighbor?

Ever wondered what truly separates exceptional skincare from empty promises? Master esthetician Jamisha Turner pulls back the curtain on the beauty industry with refreshing honesty and scientific expertise. 

With a background in biology and chemistry from VCU, Jamisha brings a unique perspective to her work at Vanity by Jay Beauty and Ae...

What makes Jennifer Kirkby & Paulett Kehm with The Johnson City Dog Park a good neighbor?

The power of community shines brightly at the Johnson City Dog Park, where passionate volunteers have created something extraordinary over nearly two decades. Board members Jennifer Kirkby and Paulette Kehm join Skip Mauney to reveal the inspiring story behind this hidden gem that operates entirely on membership dues without a penny of gove...

What makes Jerri Sue Peaks with The Skin Bar and Body Boutique a good neighbor?

Your skin deserves personalized attention—not a one-size-fits-all approach. That's the philosophy Jerri Sue Peaks brings to her boutique day spa, The Skin Bar and Body Boutique in Johnson City, Tennessee.

In this revealing conversation, Jerri Sue shares how her business focuses on skin health and enhancing natural beauty through intentional...

What makes Dr. Walter Young with Performance Ability LLC a good neighbor?

Dr. Walter Young is changing the physical therapy landscape with his performance-based approach that serves athletes, weekend warriors, and anyone who wants to get back to their favorite activities. Performance Ability LLC goes far beyond traditional rehabilitation, offering a refreshingly holistic methodology that addresses the complete person.

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What makes Emmett Brost with Budget Blinds of The Tri-Cities a good neighbor?

Ever wondered what goes into creating those perfect window treatments that transform a house into a home? Skip Mauney sits down with Emmett Brost, owner of Budget Blinds of Tri-Cities, who reveals the fascinating journey that took him from theater school to restaurant management and finally to becoming the region's window covering expert.

Wit...

What makes Dr. Heather Ulrich a good neighbor?

What does it really take to understand yourself? Dr. Heather Ulrich, licensed psychologist and self-proclaimed "realist who smiles," guides us through this profound question in our latest conversation.

With over two decades of experience helping people navigate life's complexities, Dr. Ulrich shares her refreshingly straightforward approach to psychology. "M...

What makes Jennifer Hasty with Jennifer Hasty Therapy a good neighbor?

What happens when trauma keeps us trapped in cycles of panic, fear, and hypervigilance? Meet Jennifer Hasty, a licensed professional counselor who transformed her own debilitating experience with panic attacks and claustrophobia into a healing practice for others through EMDR therapy.

Jennifer's story pulls you in immediately—a single mother for 25 ...

What makes Lindsey Brock with The Breakup Therapist a good neighbor?

Ever wondered what drives someone to become a therapist? In our latest episode, we sit down with Lindsay Brock, LCSW, owner of Lindsey Brock Counseling PLLC (better known online as "The Breakup Therapist"), who reveals it was her own transformative experience as a therapy client during college that sparked her career path—just two weeks before finishing a...

What makes Dr. Leah Johnson with The Second Arrow Yoga & Physical Therapy a good neighbor?

Wellness just got a groundbreaking makeover in Richmond, and Dr. Leah Johnson is leading the charge. Her upcoming venture, The Second Arrow, isn't just another business—it's a thoughtfully designed approach to healing that breaks down barriers between rehabilitation and ongoing wellness.

After fifteen years as a yoga tea...

What makes Steven Mchone with Mchone Performance Training a good neighbor?

When Hurricane Helene ravaged his newly expanded gym with nine feet of toxic floodwaters on his 40th birthday, Steven Mchone faced a devastating choice: surrender to circumstances or find a way forward. The founder of Mchone Performance Training—"where local legends train"—chose resilience, a quality he instills in his mountain athlete clients daily...

What makes Dr. Richard Turner with Gray Station Dental a good neighbor?

Ever wondered what happens when a small-town Kentucky native with a passion for motorcycles and guitars becomes a dentist? Dr. Richard Turner's journey to founding Gray Station Dental reveals how an offhand comment from a college professor—"You're constantly working with your hands... you realize that's what dentists do, don't you?"...

What makes Bill Gilliland with Action COACH Business Growth Partners a good neighbor?

Ever feel like your business has hit a ceiling? You're not alone. That nagging plateau where growth stalls is exactly where Bill Gilliland of Action Coach Business Growth Partners steps in to transform good businesses into great ones.

Bill shatters the common misconception that business coaching is solely for struggling companies. &qu...