My Side of the Fence
My Side of the Fence is an attempt to get more information regarding the Prince William County / Manassas area out there. We'll be interviewing local leaders - political, business, community - you name it, we'll talk to them. The format is simple - come on in and lets talk about it.
I've lived in Manassas my entire life. Served on any number of boards and was on the Manassas City Council for two terms. I've run my IT consulting business in Manassas for 25 years. Just like my blog from years gone by, i want this to be positive.
Episodes
21 episodes
EP 20 - Mike Vanderpool
Mike is a long-time fixture of our City. He founded the law firm Vanderpool, Frostick & Nishanian about 35 years ago and has been at it ever since. He has been involved in some pretty big projects that have advanced the city ove...
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Season 1
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Episode 20
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1:15:13
EP 19 - Hal Parrish
interview with the former Mayor of Manassas - Hal Parrish. Hal and I served for 8 years. His family has been around forever. Interesting discussion.
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1:21:00
S18 - Andy interviewed by Rich
So....Rich had a cool idea - HE would interview ME. He also brought a 2005 Bordeaux so I was cooperative! Very little strange food discussions :).
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1:01:32
EP 17 - Deon Shamberger
Deon Shamberger is a candidate for the Commissioner of the Revenue race this fall. Had a great discussion with him. Check it out.
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Season 1
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Episode 17
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36:52
Ep - 16 Tim Demeria
Tim is the current Commissioner of the Revenue for Manassas. He is up for reelection this year. He's the guy that does the real estate assessments for the City. I've known Tim for a long time so we have a bit of history togeth...
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1:27:33
EP 15 - Ashley Hutson
Ashley Hutson is a member of the Manassas City Council. Elected just last year....a millennial to boot! Good conversation.
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Episode 15
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1:11:45
EP 14 - Blaine Perry
Blain and his wife Stacy are the owners of the Sinistral brewery in Old Town. Good discussion about Old Town, Beer and how Blaine got here!
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1:22:30
Ep. 13 - Sen. Danica Roem
Wide-ranging conversation with Danica - who represents the Manassas area in the Virginia Senate.She's a known for taking on and defeating a well-entrenched social conservative during her first run for office on an issue that had been fes...
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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1:20:26
EP 12 - TJ Rodriquez
Long-ish chat with TJ - everyone knows this guy! He's been on the Police force for a long, long time and is passionately involved in our community!
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1:21:23
EP 11 - Doug Keen
Doug Keen has served the citizens of Manassas in many roles over the years. In the recent past he's been Chief of Police, acting City Manager and then back to Chief! He's a local dude and we're fortunate to have him!
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1:38:31
EP 10 - Dayna-Marie Miles
Good discussion on schools with a newer member of the School Board. She's a teacher in PWC right now but has also taught in other jurisdictions. Give it a listen!
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Episode 10
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1:20:13
EP 9 - Simone Reddington
Simone Reddington has become somewhat of a local phenomenon. I think she has a hotline to the City Manager! You may or may not agree with her but she cares deeply about the city.
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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1:16:36
EP 8 - Steve Thomas
Steve has been Manassas for a long time. I met him when I ran for office in the early 2000's. He grew up in the northeast, served in the Marines and ended up in Manassas. He's served in every role of the local GOP. Great...
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1:32:14
EP 7 - Del. Ian Lovejoy
Great interview with Del. Lovejoy. We served on the City Council some years ago but it has been awhile since we spoke.
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Episode 7
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1:28:20
EP 6 - Lynn Forkell Greene
Wide-ranging interview with Lynn! She served 14 months as a member of Council and has run several times for office. Covered some politics and a lot regarding GMBL.
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1:06:00
EP 5 - Dr. Mike Perez
A great interview with Dr. Mike Perez. Mike has been a family doctor in the Manassas area for over 30 years. He has been involved in the community for a long time. It's a great listen.
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Episode 5
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1:23:50
EP 4 - Mark Wolfe
Mark is a setting member of Manassas City Council and Vice Mayor. We cover how Mark got here and some topical stuff regarding what's going on right now in Manassas.
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1:18:07
EP 3 - Terri Ellis
Mrs. Ellis is an elected member of the Manassas City Council. She is also involved in the Bee festival.....and a ton of other things.
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1:57:21
EP 2 - Democrat Co-chairs for Manassas and Manassas Park
Interview with both Gretchen Almstead and Cheryl Macias - co-chairs of the Manassas City and Manassas park democrat committee! We talk a little about both of them and delve into politics...just a little. Enjoy!
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