Good Neighbor Podcast: Union
Bringing Together Local Businesses and Residents of Northern Kentucky! Based in Union, KY....The Good Neighbor Podcast helps the residents of Northern Kentucky get to know local business owners as people. We allow the business owners and influencers in NKY to tell the stories of how they started their business and why. We hear about their families, their personal interests and why they love living in and serving resident of Northern Kentucky!
Episodes
75 episodes
What Happens When Self-Care Meets Clinical Skill
Botox and fillers are easy to talk about online, but much harder to trust in real life when you don’t know who’s behind the needle. We sit down with Amber Mehle, a board-certified family nurse practitioner and the new owner of Derma Lounge in C...
Who Supports Adults With Disabilities When Caregivers Age
Most families don’t worry about long-term care until someone gets older, but what if your loved one needs support for life and ends up outliving mom and dad? That’s the reality many families face with autism, Down syndrome, and other developmen...
How A Community Foundation Powers Northern Kentucky
Want proof that local generosity can move like a startup and deliver like a system? We sit down with Nancy Grayson, President and CEO of Horizon Community Foundation, to unpack how Northern Kentucky’s giving engine turns neighbor intent into re...
Where Pet Longevity, Preventive Medicine, And Community Partnerships Meet
Walk through the doors of a modern, neighbor-first veterinary clinic and you can feel the difference: calm pets, clear guidance, and a team that knows exactly when reassurance is enough and when urgency matters. We sat with Dr. Kelly Gersch of ...
Perspectives: Where Hope Becomes A Habit For Neurodiverse Youth
Hope lands differently when you can feel it in the room. We sit down with Deb Geers, Amy Reed, and Mary Erickson to explore a new community hub designed for teens and young adults with developmental differences—complete with a demo apartment, k...
From Chronic Pain To Calm: Sea Of Tranquility’s Hands-On Approach To Healing
Pain doesn’t just live in muscles; it hides in habits, stress, and the hours we spend sitting still. That’s why we invited Leslie Shaw, owner of Sea of Tranquility Massage and Wellness, to walk us through a hands-on, whole-person strategy that ...
A Local Mechanic Survived A Brain Aneurysm And Now Fixes Your Gear On Your Driveway
A good mechanic saves weekends. A great one shows up in your driveway with a story that reminds you what grit really looks like. Meet Matt Thompson, the owner of Renew Mobile Small Engine and Equipment Repair, who turns dead mowers and stubborn...
Meet The Doodles Trained For Real Life And Ready For Forever Homes
Looking for a dog that fits real life, not a fantasy? We head out to Shiloh Farms in Union to meet seven Doodle puppies raised with purpose: crate trained, noise desensitized, travel practiced, and already sleeping through the night. Crystal Bo...
How Professional Land Clearing Turns Property Problems Into Possibilities
What if the fastest way to add real value to a property is to make the vision obvious at first glance? We sit down with Logan Stamm, owner of C&L Land Services, to unpack how professional land clearing, forestry mulching, grading, and drain...
A Community Dentist’s Journey: Trust, Listening, and Small-Town Care
A beloved 50-year dental practice doesn’t change hands lightly—and this one didn’t. We sit with Dr. Tiffany Buller to explore how a retiring small-town dentist chose his successor not for scale or corporate polish, but for shared values: conser...
Inspiring, Encouraging, Empowering: Kings Hammer's Blueprint for Youth Athletics
Serkan Orsan discusses how Kings Hammer Soccer Club has grown from its' Cincinnati roots to serve nearly 10,000 youth players across four states, with a mission focused on developing both athletes and community members through soccer.• ...
Beyond Hair: Creating Connections at The Hive Hair Studio
Step into the chair at The Hive Hair Studio, where seasoned stylist Miranda Walsh transforms not just hair, but creates lasting connections with every client. After 15 years in the industry, Miranda has brought her passion for hair extensions, ...
The Art of Flute: Building Life Skills Through Music
When Jin Hand first picked up the flute at age 12, she couldn't have imagined how the instrument would shape her journey from South Korea to Northern Kentucky. Twenty-six years later, she's not just playing – she's transforming young lives thro...
Mortgage Secrets Revealed: How to Make Your Homeownership Dreams Come True
Jason Crouch from Innovative Home Loans shares his expertise as a mortgage loan broker with over 23 years of experience. Through his role, Jason can offer clients numerous financing options that traditional banks can't provide, enabling him to ...
From Open Heart Surgery to Opening a Studio
Jenny Knecht never imagined that a reluctant first visit to Pure Barre would completely transform her life. After losing 80 pounds and recovering from open heart surgery, Jenny found herself at a crossroads when her sister-in-law convinced her ...
From Baby Dolls to Business: Morgan's Organizing Journey
Discovering your true calling sometimes happens at the earliest stages of life. For Morgan Servais, owner of Simply Morganized, that realization came when she was just a child meticulously arranging her baby dolls in their cribs. Her mother rec...
Transforming Through Pain: A Healer's Voyage
What happens when a former adult film star and cocaine addict transforms into a spiritual healer? Chris Albaugh's extraordinary journey reveals powerful lessons about human potential and the path to authentic living.As founder of "Enhan...
The Story Behind Mr. Ziz: Windows, Family, and Special Needs Advocacy
Ever wonder what drives someone to start a window cleaning business? For Chad Zizelman—better known as Mr. Ziz—it's about much more than sparkling glass. After twelve years in sales, Chad launched Mr. Ziz Window Cleaning with a powerful vision:...
Beyond Standardized Learning: How One Mother's Journey Created Educational Options for Local Families
What happens when standardized education doesn't fit your child's unique learning style? For Lauri Muse, watching her son struggle in traditional school settings despite wonderful teachers sparked a journey that would ultimately benefit many No...
Amy Gillispie transforms education through creative, project-based learning.
Amy Gillispie transforms education through creativity and passion at Building Brilliant Minds, where architecture, art, and music blend into a unique learning experience for homeschooled students worldwide. What began in 2009 as architecture le...
Sweet Nostalgia: Rita's Italian Ice Comes to Boone County
Sweet treats are coming to Boone County! After nearly a year of planning, local residents Christa and Bob Moore are bringing Rita's Italian Ice and Frozen Custard to Northern Kentucky. In this candid conversation, Krista reveals how annual fami...
Every Child Deserves a Family: DCCH's Mission to Connect Hearts and Homes
Ever wondered what happens to children when their families can no longer care for them? In this eye-opening conversation with Ron Bertsch, Director of Foster Care, Adoption, and Independent Living Programs at DCCH Center, we uncover the hidden ...
Downward Dogs and Running Shoes: Jamie's Holistic Approach
Unwind and discover the transformative power of yoga with Jamie Magee owner of Just Breathe Yoga Studio in Independence, Kentucky. Drawing from twenty years of personal practice, Jamie has created a welcoming sanctuary where everyone—from compl...
Handmade Heirlooms: The Art of Custom Textile Creations
Step into the world of Kentucky Home Creations, where fabric becomes family legacy. Ed and Shannon Sowders craft textile treasures designed to be cherished for generations – from personalized baby blankets that become childhood keepsakes to cus...
Cruising, Disney, and Why Trip Insurance Actually Matters
Ever wondered if using a travel agent costs extra? Carolyn Strahan of Strahan Travel Adventures shatters this common misconception while revealing insider tips that could transform your vacation experience. With four cruises already booked betw...
