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In this episode of The 27th Degree, hosts Chris and Nancy sit down with Thomas Talbot for an inspiring and practical conversation about what it truly means to give back to our communities. From donating time and resources to sharing skills, compassion, and ideas, Thomas walks listeners through the many ways individuals can make a real difference—no matter their age, background, or availability. Drawing from years of hands-on volunteer experience, Thomas shares powerful stories from soup kitchens, food pantries, community tables, and outreach programs across Southeastern Massachusetts. The conversation highlights organizations such as the South Coast YMCA's Full Plate Project, My Brother's Keeper, Damien's Place Food Pantry, local churches, animal shelters, and initiatives supporting seniors, families, and the unhoused.This episode also explores the unexpected truth about volunteering: those who give often receive just as much in return. Whether you're looking to donate money, volunteer your time, contribute items, or simply spark an idea that leads to change, this discussion offers meaningful insight into how small acts of kindness can ripple outward and strengthen entire communities. Sponsors:BayCoast.Bank – Just right for all your financial needs. Visit BayCoast.Bank or call 508-678-7641.Duncan Hearing Healthcare – Hearing healthcare you can trust, with locations in Fall River, Dartmouth, Falmouth, and Centerville. Learn more at DuncanHearing.com. Support The 27th Degree by subscribing on YouTube or your favorite podcast platform, following us on Facebook and Instagram, and leaving a five-star review. For sponsorship opportunities or to have your show produced by Bioskills of the Northeast, call 774-301-8811.

Podcast: Fostering Conversations Host: Amy Smith Guest: Dave, Owner of Dave's Auto Episode Summary In this heartfelt episode, Amy sits down with Dave Bell from Dave's Auto Center to discuss his incredible journey of giving back to the community through Utah Foster Care and other charitable initiatives. Dave shares the deeply personal story of his mother's childhood in an orphanage, how that shaped his values, and why supporting foster families and children is so meaningful to him. From partnering with Mountain America Credit Union to organizing a massive community Christmas event, Dave's passion for service shines through every story. Key Topics Covered Dave's Background: From starting his auto shop in a storage unit to building a successful business over 36 years. Personal Connection: How his mother's experience as an orphan inspired his commitment to foster care. The Power of Service: Why giving back changes lives—both for those who receive and those who give. Community Christmas Event: Details about the annual Family Community Christmas in Farmington, serving thousands of families with food, clothing, toys, and holiday cheer. Encouragement for Listeners: Practical ways to get involved and make a lasting impact during the holiday season. Memorable Quotes “Service is a dividend that pays double.” – Dave “Be careful what you fill your mind with—your life depends on it.” – Dave “One caring adult can make all the difference.” – Amy Resources & Links Utah Foster Care: utahfostercare.org Family Community Christmas (Farmington, UT): December 20th at Farmington Fair Park Mountain America Credit Union: macu.com Call to Action Want to make this holiday season meaningful? Join the Family Community Christmas event or support foster families in your area. Your time and kindness can change lives. Transcript: Amy: Welcome to Fostering Conversations. I’m your host, Amy Smith. Today we have Dave with Dave’s Auto, Thank you so much for joining our podcast today. We’re excited to chat with you. Dave: I’m happy to be here. Thank you. Amy: So let’s start off by just introducing yourself, you know, what’s a little bit of your background and how did you get involved with Utah Foster Care? Dave: my background is, I’ve been a mechanic my whole life since I was 15. So that’s 50 years now. And I started the business here in Utah in 1990. So we’re starting our 36th year this year. And started in a storage unit in the dead of winter with no heat. And Lord, I’ve been very blessed. So that’s a little bit about me and where I came from and why I’ve gotta shop. Mountain American Credit Union came to me last year, a little before Christmas, and asked me to collaborate with them with Utah Foster Care. And I was so honored to do it, and they didn’t even know it. They just came to me because they wanted a a working kind of guy to be part of their ad campaign and everything. And then through, meeting the people and you know, talking to Utah foster care and everything a story came up and that story is probably why this is so near and dear to me, but no one knew that. But it’s unusual how people will get put in your life or you’ll get put in people’s lives and then it’s an answer to somebody’s prayer. You know, for me it’s an answer to my prayer ’cause I can give back. I’ve been so blessed in my life. And I hope that in some way that benefits Utah Foster care. So there’s a story there, and I don’t know whether you want that Amy: Yeah let’s just dive right in so that our listeners aren’t on the edge of their sheets like I am. Dave: Okay I’ll try to get through this. I’ve yeah, it’s an emotional story. okay. So my mother, God rest her soul. It was an orphan. So I’m looking for a tissue and of course in the mechanic shop, I got a shop rag here. Okay. Not really. Alright okay, I got that outta the way. Okay. My dear sweet mother, God rest her soul was the one of the finest women I ever knew, but she was an orphan. Now. I don’t know this, and I’m wondering when , the foster program kind of started in America. My mother was born in Ohio. She was put in an orphanage. This would’ve been back in 1940. Amy: Okay. Dave: She was put in an orphanage in Ohio and she lived her life there until my father married her and they were together for 56 years. Amy: Wow. Dave: Now I didn’t know why my mother, my whole life, I did not know why my mother went into an orphanage. I just, even growing up, I never knew. I never knew. I just didn’t know. And about a month or two before she passed away, she revealed to me how she ended up in an orphanage at six years old. And it’s amazing. You know how that shaped her life in a way. And I’m sure she’s not here to defend her. Not that she has to, but my mother never had the opportunity to be taught what a mother was. And but yet, My mother was a woman that had an apron on and I come home from school and there was a peanut butter and jelly sandwich for me and somebody to talk to. And she told me that I, when she passed and I asked her, how’d you end up being such a great mom? And ’cause she really was four children and plus my dad, which, okay, that was five children. She was a good mother and I think what it did is since she didn’t have a mother, She went the extra mile and she made sure that she was. The best mother. I remember speaking to women that came to her funeral that spoke about how she had inspired them to be better women and better mothers. And so anyway, my point of that was is to tell the people that are being foster care parents. My mother had some very nice things to say about the people that were in the orphanage. She never, you know, she, I can’t remember the lady’s name, but the mother of the orphanage, the head mother was a very kind woman. She wasn’t cruel or anything. She was a very nice woman. And my mother she taught her how to, my mother learned how to sew and cruise che and knit and meet, you know, all that stuff. And you know, for all our grandkids and everything, she would always be making booties and little sweaters and stuff like that. And so I think of that as what foster parents give to all these children that, for some reason or another, my mother did tell me why she and this is not an unusual story, probably, you know, my mother I’ll, I will tell this because she told me this she was put in an orphanage because during that time her mother was so poor. Then her mother turned to prostitution, Amy: Yeah. Dave: To take care of, you know, to feed herself. This was back in 1940 and America was a very, if you were poor, there wasn’t a whole lot of safety nets for you. And so my mother was taken by the state and put in an orphanage and she never got out of that. And and so I, you know, my heart goes out to a lot of these children. Amy: Yeah. Dave: They have to be removed from a home because their parents, it’s not that they’re making a bad decision it’s sometimes they don’t have another decision to make or, you know, things happen. And any way that I can help those children and these parents it’s one of me and my wife’s great goals. We all, we are my youngest son who’s 25, has autism the foster care community and the autism community is very dear to me. I think there’s a lot of kids with developmental disabilities in the foster care Amy: are. Dave: and Yeah. And the people that, gosh, you know, there’s angels all over the world and a lot of ’em were foster parents. Amy: A lot of them are foster parents. You’re right. And a lot of ’em are people like you who care and give back in incredible ways. So thank you for sharing kind of the. The hidden story behind why you do give back and why you do work with Utah foster care and have such a passion for caring for kids in need, and the foster parents that are taking care of them. That’s really neat. So I, I didn’t know that backstory, so thank you for sharing that and being vulnerable. That’s beautiful. Thank you. Dave: I tell you, if your editors hear this and say, gosh we gotta get that over again without him sobbing and. Just, I’ll do it over Amy: Nope. We don’t want that. We want the real deal. So thank you. Dave: Okay. Amy: that I love about it too is that you talk about, you know, your grandmother was. Was an incredible woman too, and she was doing what was best for her daughter, which was protecting her from a life of poverty and what she had to turn to. And a lot of kids in foster care are exposed to these really dangerous environments and these poverty environments where they cannot be provided for. And so I think having that compassion for these kids and for what they’ve experienced and them being placed in. Beautiful foster homes, but also that’s such a crappy situation, right? No one deserves to be raised in a foster home, but for their protection they have to be sometimes. So I think that’s a really neat parallel that you have. Dave: Yeah. It, you know, I was 58 years old before I knew the real story of why my mother was in it for, she kept Amy: Yeah. Wow. Dave: because she didn’t wanna put that on her mother. And I think as a mother. She went through hard times. My father was in the Navy for 24 years, and he was an enlisted man, not an officer. My parent, we were poor, but she never, so she understood what poverty was, but she never blamed her mother for it. It was, it’s just another gold star on my mother’s forehead because of the woman that, you know, I see. I see her now to be. Amy: And I love that because, so I actually am a previous foster parent. We fostered for four years and I’ve worked for Utah Foster Care. We’ve adopted children and something that is actually quite mind boggling to a lot of people who haven’t fostered, but you just nailed it on the head, is that these kids love their parents no matter what. No matter if they were placed in an orphanage or had to enter foster care. Or anything. That connection is so important, and I think a lot of outsiders don’t see that and they can’t understand it, but it’s really a big deal to most kids, Dave: Sure. I had a great childhood. I didn’t know I was poor until I was old enough to realize I was poor in my teenage years. You know, when you. Your clothes didn’t match the other kids. And the same thing that kids still to this day are faced with, but tenfold because of social media. Amy: Yes. Dave: But, and I can’t even, Ima, you know, my grandkids are subjected to that now, but you know, whatever I can do and I mean that whatever I can do to help families and these young people. Get through this, you know, and a lot of that would be the encouragement to say, you are capable, you have a divine spirit in you, and you’re capable of incredible things. And children need to hear that. They need to hear that what they can dream up is possible with hard work and discipline. And I’m an Amy: I was just gonna say that hearing your story and seeing how successful you are through many platforms is the epitome of, you know, success really. And that’s pretty impressive. Like you say, hard work determination, like these kids can be anything they want to be and put their mind to, and that is incredible. Dave: Yeah. Yeah. Amy: So why don’t you tell us a little bit about last year’s Christmas donation that you were part of with Mountain America Credit Union. Dave: Oh, that was fun. We did a a Jeep giveaway and we also delivered a bunch of presents We, we partnered with Mountain America Credit Union, who has just been such a great partner, you know, such a good company. You know, and they’re they’re a bank for crying out loud. I’m just a mechanic. And, to have the opportunity to partner with a great company like that and do something for a community that I’ve wanted to hook up with and never had an in, you know, was always in the autism space and things like that. And then to have this opportunity has just been wonderful. You know, there’s another thing I’ll announce that we do and it’s and I’ve been doing this with my family. We’re almost 30 years, but up here in Davis County, it’s called the Family Community Christmas, and it’s at the Farmington Fair Park and it’s on December the 20th. , That has grown from a couple of crockpots to over 3000 people served. In the homeless and foster community. And we we have pony rides, we have clothing set up. Every kid gets a new toy, not some old recycled toy. And that’s going on the 20th. And anybody that feels like their Christmas is gonna be less, and especially, and I would say this, not just people that are gonna have less for Christmas, but people that want to like really. Th this is the wonderful thing about this. Let me, if I could just pitch this, because it’s dear to my heart. Me and my family, even when my boys were little, me and my wife would go out there. We make hot chocolate now, and we do, we figure, we do about 80 gallons of hot chocolate Amy: cow. Dave: for this thing. Now there’s 3000 people that come and what makes this so great is every family or couple, they get paired with a family that comes from the community and they spend the afternoon with them. You know, helping them around in, in these areas where they can get clothing and food and hygiene supplies. Their kids can ride ponies or a sleigh and all kinds of stuff. It’s just a fun time and it’s all free. So if you’re a family that’s looking to help out, you know, you wanna jazz yourself up for Christmas, don’t go to Nordstrom for crying out loud. That’s just gonna, that’s just gonna hurt you. It is. You know, the credit card bill comes 30 days later and you’re like, I spent too much, or whatever. You know, do something that doesn’t cost you a dime, but that pays you. The reward is so much more. You can come out there and there’s a place they’ll put you with another family. And it would, I’ve seen I’ve seen people that thought they had all the problems in the world because they didn’t get a raise or, you know, the rent, I, you know, whatever. And they come out there and they spend two or three hours being of service to their fellow man, and they walk away this is the best Christmas I could ever have. And so if you wanna set yourself up for a positive Christmas. Do something like that, or, you know, give to the foster care community. Those are the things that make for a lasting memory for, you know, you’re not gonna remember what you bought in Nordstrom’s a year from now, and your wife ain’t gonna remember that piece of jewelry. Amy: it’s true. So how do people, if they want to give back, how do they get involved? Do they literally just show up? Do they have to sign up? What is the steps If you want to be a person that gives back. Dave: Okay. Good question. It’s the family community, Christmas, FC, C, and it’s there in Farmington. It’s on December the 20th. You can just show up and if you wanna bring some stuff, there’s brand new coats, there’s gloves, there’s socks, there’s winter clothes , Amy: I love it. And what, like if someone was listening thinking, Hey, I could really benefit from that resource, is it the same thing? Do they just show up or do they need to sign up and put in their info anywhere? Dave: They, if they just show up, they’ll get a ticket and they come in you know, I’m thinking they can, and it’s, the day is December the 20th and we’re gonna start at 10 o’clock taking families through. We’ll be there till three, four o’clock. Yeah, If you’re looking to just do something, I know a lot of times, like me and my wife are like, Hey, let’s go do something and we’ll go down to the homeless shelter and, you know, wash dishes or serve or something like that, you know, which is fun, but it’s you know, you’re by yourself and, but if you wanna just be a part of a lot of people feeling all that love and that great vibe this is the way to do Amy: Awesome. Okay. That’s such good information. I didn’t know about that, and I think there’s so many people looking to give back in December. So that is. Awesome opportunity, so thank you for sharing that. That’s great. Dave: Yeah. Amy: Okay, so let’s you, we’ve talked about the Christmas, something that I love that you said is for this community project you do as well as what you did for Utah Foster Care last year is you talked about. The new toys, the new items. I think that’s really important to touch on as this is rolling out in December and people are looking to give back. Yes. Things hand-me-downs are so lovely. I love hand-me-downs, right? There’s nothing against them. But I think these kids have experienced so much that new really matters. Dave: Oh, it, I think it makes a totally different, you know, you said you like hand me downs. I do too, because now I don’t, I’m okay to get it, you know, it’s not Amy: the only option. Dave: yeah. And you know, we’ve done that as a family before where. You know, I can’t remember last time when I bought a Christmas gift, to be honest with you, we don’t do that. I’m, and I’m not that, I’m a ba humbug kind of guy. I just, Amy: You do things that matter and are Dave: I, so if the kids, when they were young and they wanted we’d take all, we’d take the gifts around and I’d dress up like Santa Claus and I’d, we’d give the gifts away. And the kids, that’s what they remember. Now that’s a guarantee. My kids still to this day. Dang it. Talk about dad being funny, going around dressed as Santa Claus and they were mom and they see pictures. They were so young. Some of it they don’t really remember except through their, you know, the pictures. She’d dress ’em up as little elves Amy: man. Dave: and we’d go around and give gifts out to the community that was in need. . It was my kids’ gifts. And that’s what they remember. And I will promise you that, I can guarantee you look at my 30-year-old sons, now, and say, Hey, do you remember what you got when you were eight years old for Christmas? They couldn’t tell you and it might have been a bike , but I guarantee you what they remember is the experience of. Hanging out with dad making somebody happy. My wife was the most gorgeous miss Claus you ever saw, you know. Amy: I love that. So could you tell us a little bit, like what were, you, say your kids, that’s of course what they would remember, but what would you say was their experience doing that? I think about that and I think, would my kids be okay with that? What has, what was their experience when they were younger, you know, and were they okay with that? Dave: , In truth when the boys got a little older, they didn’t wanna wear the hats and the green thing anymore. But they certainly wanted to be a part of they just wanted to be themselves, you know, at so that changed. But other than that no. I think we caught ’em young enough when they just thought it was fun. Amy: Yeah, and it was normal, for your family. That’s what you guys did. Dave: Yeah. It was normal that, you know, my kids knew pretty quick who Santa Claus was. I wasn’t, I hope, I don’t wanna screw anything up here, Amy: I don’t think we have too young of listeners, but. Dave: they found out at a relatively young age that I guess dad could be Santa Claus. you know, you do watch your children in those situations. It’s nervous for ’em. ’cause they’re like, this is weird. This is, you know, it’s new. It’s different. but I think if they see the example that. It can be fun. And I’m guaranteeing you, you know, you put me in a Santa outfit it’s my alter ego. I know. Seriously. I I got a ho, ho, ho that’s just on point. Anyway, I think the kids just fell in line and, you know, and it was a wonderful thing for ’em. They, it’s all they would talk about during Christmas. Amy: Wow, that is really cool. Dave: Yeah, I, everybody, there’s a lot of people do this stuff. I, Amy: I. Dave: but I’m just saying, I I think a lot of people do this kind of stuff. It might look a little different, you know, a lot of people don’t feel comfortable dressing up like Santa Claus, me, I’m there. Amy: I love it. I love it. Sadly, these podcasts go by so fast and we’re already gonna be wrapping up in just a couple minutes, but if you could share maybe just one, one or two of your most favorite give back moments, I would love for listeners just to get to hear about that. I know, sorry, I’m totally putting you on the spot here. Dave: , we started our social media a little over two years ago at the wrangling of my, one of my sons kept telling me, you gotta do this, dad. And I was like, I’m, at the time I was 63 years old. I’m like, there’s, I’m not doing this, man. I didn’t even have a Facebook account. But anyway, he said, do that, you know, and so I started doing, and now that it’s worked out real well, but where I’m going with this was a family that I knew that was in the neighborhood and they knew me. When I showed up at their door, and this is when I used to live behind the shop, I used to live in the community that, where my shop is here in Centerville. I’m that guy. But some of the people that we helped out during that time, that was over 20 years ago was in my community and we just happened to know that there’re struggling. So we’d go to their houses and this young man was struggling with some problems and he had two little children and I knew he was a good guy. , I, it’s dude I’ve been there, drank too much, partied too much, , not making the right decision in your twenties or whatever, , and now you got all this weight on you and , you’re trying. And I could see that. And so we did that with him for a few years, and he eventually moved outta the community. Didn’t know where he went didn’t know what happened. And come to find out then when he recontacted me stopped him at the store, was happy, and I met him. I didn’t recognize the guy at first, and he started telling me about, and then I remembered who he was and his family, him and his wife had two more children. He’s a successful contractor doing construction and concrete work. Got a beautiful house, showed me a picture of his family, and just wanted to thank me. Amy: Yeah. Dave: So that was over 25 years. And somebody still, again, he didn’t, they didn’t re he probably couldn’t tell me what gifts I gave to his children. I certainly couldn’t remember what I gave him. But what he remembered was the outpouring of love and concern for his family. And I think too, I’d have to say he, the way he spoke to me, not that I was an inspiration, that he could have a business and do his own thing, because I wouldn’t take credit for that. But it was like I had enough faith in him and he told me, I saw what you could do and you’re nothing special. and that’s the truth. People, you know, people come up to me all the time, it’s so nice. I’ll be anywhere. And people go, oh, Dave and all that. And you know, and I’ll ask ’em, Hey, are you a mechanic? You know. You know, I just try to make a conversation with him. I’m nothing special. I feel that the world has been really kind to me. I try to look at it that way. The world can be very beautiful and kind to you, if that’s your outlook. Change your Amy: And it can be the opposite, if that’s your outlook. Dave: Yeah. Be careful what you fill your mind with. Like your life depends on it because by the way, your life depends on it. Amy: exactly. I love that story and it reminds me a lot in foster care. It’s often said one caring adult can make all the difference and it does. If someone cares and believes in you and shows up for you, maybe 25 years later, you’ll run into them in the grocery store. Dave: I Amy: And hear how successful they’re being. That’s incredible. Dave: Yeah. That’s. Is there really any greater moment in life than being certainly all those moments with your family and your spouse, but the next best one your brothers and sisters on this planet, that you have a moment in your life where you can just be part of their life to Amy: Yeah and see them doing well, especially after a hardship. That’s really cool. Dave: Yeah. It was super Amy: That’s amazing. Dave: So that’s one. I’m sure there’s a bunch Amy: Oh, of course. Dave: You hit you, you hit me cold there. That’s the Amy: I know. Sorry. You know, sometimes I just get a question and I need to know the answer, so thank you. I think just the last thing that we could wrap up with is, you know, what does serving your community, giving back to your community, what does that mean to you and what would you encourage others who are wanting to do that Dave: you know this I’ll tell you what it does in other people’s lives. I think I’ve talked enough about myself. This, family community Christmas that we have up here in Farmington every year. It started out at the Frodsham family farm. And if you live up here in Davis County, the Frodsham’s have been around. They own a landscape company. Barb and her husband Frank, were, they’re pioneer stock. They’ve been around since God made dirt around here. And so I’ll tell you what the answer to your question will be. Her story a couple years into it. I got to know Frank and Barb pretty good. And I said, you know, how did this start? And I can’t remember her daughter’s name and maybe it’s appropriate that I don’t say her daughter’s name, but she told me, you know, my daughter was going through a really bad divorce. It was just, it was really hard. And she was, why? You know, just what we do when we’re going through hard times, we fill our mind with how bad things are. And so her mom said, , this is not working. Okay, let’s do something for the neighbors for Christmas. And she got some crockpots together and some toys and stuff like that. And it started out like that with just a couple of families. And so the answer to your question is, what can giving back to the community do for not only yourself but the world? It changes the world. Nothing changes the world more than service. Service is a dividend. That pays double when you give service in any form, it pays double. Now, I’m not, I don’t mean in coinage, but it pays double in all. And sometimes it could be in coinage, you know, you meet the right people, things happen. I’m a big believer in how God can take the little bit that I have and just poof, blow it up. And so that’s what I would say about this. If you wanna make a real impact on this earth, just do a little bit of service and watch it grow Amy: I love that. That’s awesome. Thank you for joining us today. Thank you for all the beautiful stories that you were willing to share, and thank you for all that you do for the community. It really is inspirational and yes, I know you don’t wanna take credit, but thank you. Dave: you. You’re welcome. Thank you. Amy: Thanks for joining us for Fostering Conversations. I’m your host, Amy Smith.

Coach Shellman joins Round Guy Radio after Van Buren's hard-fought 60-56 conference win over New London, breaking down a back-and-forth game, foul trouble, key contributions from Jace Duncan, Will Corll, Kinnick Millard, and a spark off the bench from Brandon Taylor. He also recaps a tough loss in Centerville where an opposing player scored 50 of their 79 points, praises the team's improved three-point shooting and defense, and previews upcoming conference matchups against West Burlington and Mediapolis.

In this episode of The 27th Degree, hosts Chris and Nancy explore the field of physiatry with Dr. Parakrama Ananta, a specialist in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. Together, they dive into what physiatry really is—the art and science of restoring movement, function, and quality of life for patients recovering from injury, chronic pain, or neurological conditions.Dr. Ananta explains the types of conditions physiatrists treat, the standard workups used in their evaluations, and how patients can play an active role in their own recovery. You'll also hear stories of remarkable patient improvement and learn why collaboration, mindset, and consistency are key to long-term success.Whether you're a healthcare professional, caregiver, or someone on your own healing journey, this episode offers valuable insight into a specialty focused on getting people back to living their fullest lives.Sponsors:•BayCoast Bank – For all your financial needs, visit BayCoast.Bank or call 508-678-7641.•Duncan Hearing Healthcare – Trusted hearing care in Fall River, Dartmouth, Falmouth, and Centerville. Visit Duncanhearing.com.Support The 27th Degree by subscribing on YouTube or your favorite podcast platform. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram, and don't forget to leave a five-star review!For sponsorship inquiries or to have your show produced by Bioskills of the Northeast, contact 774-301-8811.

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In this episode of The 27th Degree, hosts Chris and Nancy sit down with physical therapist Cristen Sirois to explore the vital role physical therapy plays in helping people stay safe, active, and independent—especially as they age.From the first home assessment to building a personalized care plan, Cristen walks us through what it means to help patients thrive in their own environments. Together, they discuss key topics like aging in place, realistic goal-setting, the meaning of “maintenance” therapy, and how to know just how far to push without overdoing it.Tune in for practical insights, inspiring stories from the field, and one important message every listener should take to heart about caring for their body and future.Sponsors:BayCoast Bank: For all your financial needs, visit BayCoast.Bank or call 508-678-7641.Duncan Hearing Healthcare: Trusted hearing care in Fall River, Dartmouth, Falmouth, and Centerville. Learn more at Duncanhearing.com.Support The 27th Degree by subscribing on YouTube or your favorite podcast platform, following us on Facebook and Instagram, and leaving a five-star review.For sponsorship inquiries or to have your show produced by Bioskills of the Northeast, contact us at 774-301-8811.

Sponsored by Henshaw Trader Sales of Richland, Iowa, this episode features Coach Borrison after the Minneapolis Bulldogs' upset win over Centerville's Big Red. Coach Morrison explains the defensive game plan to pressure sophomore QB Murdoch, key plays and contributors on offense and defense, timely third-down conversions, special teams execution, and how the team’s district competition prepared them for the playoffs. The episode closes with thoughts on turning focus to the next opponent, Mid-Prairie, and how the Bulldogs will adjust and prepare for another tough matchup.

Scotty Melvin joins Helena Hayes and Jeff Shipley to recap a wild high school playoff night across Southeast Iowa, spotlighting Mediapolis' upset at Centerville, Mid-Prairie's comeback, Mount Pleasant's last‑minute win, and the SK Cobras' strong advance. They discuss injuries, standout performances and memorable moments from the games. The episode also breaks down 1A, 2A, 3A and eight‑man playoff pods, previews next‑round matchups, and looks ahead to underclassmen and programs building momentum for next season.

Scotty Melvin joins the show for the final Power Five of the season to break down his Week 9 rankings, name Pekin as his No. 1, and highlight Mid‑Prairie, Danville, Wilton, and Mount Pleasant among the top teams heading into the playoffs. The episode previews key first‑round matchups, notes the unpredictable ‘Wild Wild West' districts, and spotlights games to watch like Danville vs. Cooch Valley, Centerville vs. Mediapolis, and several 1A–3A showdowns as local teams prepare for postseason play.

Today's episode brought to you by house reps Jeff Shipley and Elena Hayes, Iowa Tire of Fairfield (Smithburg, Ottawa, Fairfield), The Packwood Locker, and Henshaw Trailer Sales of Richland, Iowa. Helping us out today: Andy Krutsinger of the Southeast Iowa Union. We break down first‑round playoff matchups, district tiebreakers, RPI scenarios and standout players across Class A, 3A, 4A and 8‑man football. Highlights include Pekin vs Earlham, Sigourney‑Kyota vs I‑35, Mid‑Prairie, Columbus vs Northland, Waco vs Edgewood‑Colesburg, Linville‑Sully vs Wapalo, Fairfield vs Mount Pleasant, and Centerville vs Mediapolis. Listen for game predictions, key players to watch, and what to expect Friday night as the postseason begins.

On this episode of Round Guy Radio we recap the playoff brackets, hear sponsors, and sit down with Coach Borrison after the Minneapolis Bulldogs’ 35-0 win over Central. The coach breaks down a balanced offensive attack, Parker Holstein’s power running, Gannon Gunn’s playmaking, strong defensive performance, and the JV development that fueled the season. Coach Morrison previews the upcoming playoff matchup at Centerville, discusses the challenge of their talented QB and receivers, outlines game plan adjustments (pressure the passer and keep scoring), and reflects on honoring the team’s 13 seniors heading into the postseason.

What does it mean to be a young leader in economic development today? In this episode, Develop This! contributing correspondent Joi Cuartero Austin sits down with Chandler Shook, Centerville, Iowa's new Main Street & Economic Development Director, to explore the realities, opportunities, and challenges of leading in a small community. From his start as a city administrator to his current role championing Centerville's revitalization, Chandler shares his insights on navigating leadership at a young age, building credibility, and turning limited resources into creative momentum. Together, they discuss how young professionals are reshaping the field, why patience and progress often go hand in hand, and how Main Street continues to serve as the heartbeat of community identity and pride. Main Street Amercia In this episode, you'll learn: Chandler's unconventional journey into public service and economic development The value and perspective young leaders bring to the profession—and the hurdles they face How smaller communities can leverage scarcity to spark innovation and collaboration Why “boomerang” residents are vital to sustaining local leadership How Main Street captures the true soul of a community What the next chapter of small-town economic development might look like

Road Rage Nonsense in Centerville; Lebron being sued for his "2nd Decision;" Big Show Announcement; Naked News Trifecta; Cheez-It News and the top performing drive-thru restaurants in America; Do you think opposites really attract?; Wild Halloween decorations causing a stir; Florida Man/Woman chaos; AI and students; Will's Punchline Report; Big SHARKS.

AJ Johnson breaks down the week in local high school football: Centerville's surprising 6-0 run behind sophomore QB Matt Murdoch, Pekin's edge-of-your-seat win, and the looming Centerville vs. PCM showdown that could decide the division. The episode also covers key matchups across the region, player injuries and ranking controversies, concerns about a mercy rule, and brief looks at teams like EBF, Sigourney‑Kyoto, Fairfield, Oskaloosa and Mount Pleasant as the playoff picture takes shape.

Chris Norton, from WITZ, helps kick off the last hour with some action between Jasper and Evansville Central, Jasper winning 47-12. We Oler, head coach for Northeastern, talks about their win over Centerville, 29-27. Our favorite, David Deaton calls us to talk about Coridon Central losing a tough one to Salem, 53-33. From WNAS, Brian Sullivan discusses Floyd Central with a dominant win against Columbus East, 56-22. Coach French from Michigan City talks about their big win against Lake Central, where he praises his best and who seals the win for them. Paul Condry, along with others, helped us put a bow on this one talking about Portage vs Chesterton, 16-36. Busy night.. What was your favorite match-up tonight.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

AJ Johnson of KTVO joins the program to recap week three of Southeast Iowa high school football, highlighting big wins, tough losses, injuries, and rising stars across teams like Ottawa, Pekin, Fairfield, Centerville, and others. The episode covers team trends, coach perspectives, key players to watch, and a look ahead at upcoming district matchups that will shape the season.

The Scoreboard Show delivers a fast-paced recap of a chaotic night of southeast Iowa high school football, including Waco's dominant win over Winfield and Fairfield vs. Centerville's dramatic, penalty-filled finish. Hosts break down standout performances from players like Shellman, Mills, Mack Edwards, and Keyshawn Weldon, share final scores from multiple matchups, and preview upcoming games.

This episode features Andy Krutsinger of the Southeast Iowa Union recapping a wild Week 1 of high school football — Mid‑Prairie’s big comeback, Washington’s strong start, standout performances from Peacock Panthers and others, and key player highlights. We also preview Week 2 matchups across the region, including Albert‑Nett, SK vs. Wilton, Waco at Winfield, Fairfield vs. Centerville, and coverage plans for JV and Monday Night Football.

Coach Jones recaps a productive scrimmage at Sigourney's “snake pit” against Sigourney and Davis County, praising offensive efficiency, physical line play, and valuable reps for both JV and varsity. He outlines areas to improve—communication, tackling, and finishing plays—then previews the season opener at Benton and the first home game vs. Centerville on September 5. Jones also thanks nearby schools for rescheduling so the team could attend the memorial for local student Jack Polanski, highlighting the community's support.

GDP Script/ Top Stories for July 31st Publish Date: July 31st From the BG AD Group Studio Welcome to the Gwinnett Daily Post Podcast. Today is Thursday, July 31st and Happy birthday to Wesley Snipes I’m Peyton Spurlock and here are your top stories presented by KIA Mall of Georgia. Gwinnett schools rolling out some new foods with a little bite this year Gwinnett OKs small area plans to guide land use and development for six communities Port of Savannah sees second busiest year on record Plus, Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on GLP-1 Foods All of this and more is coming up on the Gwinnett Daily Post podcast, and if you are looking for community news, we encourage you to listen daily and subscribe! Break 1: 07.14.22 KIA MOG STORY 1: Gwinnett schools rolling out some new foods with a little bite this year Gwinnett County Public Schools is spicing up its cafeteria menu for the 2025-2026 school year, introducing items like spicy chicken biscuits, garlic pizza, and Woodles Ramen noodles with customizable protein and veggies. New options also include fish sandwiches, breaded beef bites, and Uncrustables. Locally grown foods, like Georgia peaches, will be highlighted. Student feedback plays a key role in menu updates, balanced with strict nutritional guidelines. Breakfast remains free for students on free/reduced lunch or in Title I schools, while others pay $1.75. Lunch prices range from $2.50 to $2.75 for non-qualifying students. STORY 2: Gwinnett OKs small area plans to guide land use and development for six communities Gwinnett County has introduced six Small Area Plans to guide development in Bethesda, Centerville, Killian Hill, Northbrook Parkway, Oakbrook Parkway, and Venture Drive. Funded by the 2025 budget, these plans address land use, housing, economic development, mobility, and open space, incorporating input from local residents and stakeholders. County leaders aim to balance growth with community needs and character. Residents can view the plans at GwinnettCounty.com/2045UnifiedPlan. STORY 3: Port of Savannah sees second busiest year on record The Georgia Ports Authority reported a record-breaking fiscal year, moving 5.7 million TEUs, an 8.6% increase over 2024. Savannah led the growth, averaging over 475,000 TEUs monthly, while Brunswick maintained strong auto and equipment volumes. Completed projects include $470 million in upgrades, such as new cranes and storage. Future plans include a $100 million berth at Brunswick and a redevelopment of Savannah’s Ocean Terminal, adding 1.5 million TEUs of capacity and improving traffic flow. We have opportunities for sponsors to get great engagement on these shows. Call 770.874.3200 for more info. We’ll be right back Break 2: DTL MOVIE CLUB STORY 4: GCPS schools earn John Hancock Award Beaver Ridge, Craig, Freeman’s Mill, and Harmony Elementary Schools have been honored with the Georgia Department of Education’s John Hancock Award for excellence in cursive writing instruction. Craig and Freeman’s Mill received the Banner and Ribbon of Distinction, while Beaver Ridge and Harmony earned the Banner and Ribbon of Proficiency. This recognition highlights the schools’ dedication to teaching cursive, which supports literacy, fine motor skills, and historical understanding. Over 300 schools applied for the award statewide. STORY 5: Norfolk Southern, Union Pacific merger to create nation's first transcontinental railroad Union Pacific and Atlanta-based Norfolk Southern announced a merger to create the nation’s first transcontinental railroad, spanning over 50,000 miles across 43 states and connecting 100 ports. The $250 billion deal, pending federal approval, will form the Union Pacific Transcontinental Railroad, headquartered in Omaha, with Atlanta remaining a key hub for technology and operations. Executives promise jobs for all union employees and aim to finalize the merger by early 2027, marking a transformative step for the U.S. freight industry. And now here is Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on GLP-1 Foods Break 3: We’ll have closing comments after this Break 4: Ingles Markets 10 Signoff – Thanks again for hanging out with us on today’s Gwinnett Daily Post Podcast. If you enjoy these shows, we encourage you to check out our other offerings, like the Cherokee Tribune Ledger Podcast, the Marietta Daily Journal, or the Community Podcast for Rockdale Newton and Morgan Counties. Read more about all our stories and get other great content at www.gwinnettdailypost.com Did you know over 50% of Americans listen to podcasts weekly? Giving you important news about our community and telling great stories are what we do. Make sure you join us for our next episode and be sure to share this podcast on social media with your friends and family. Add us to your Alexa Flash Briefing or your Google Home Briefing and be sure to like, follow, and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. 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Peggy explores the explosive growth of agentic AI (artificial intelligence) in smart cities—and what it means for urban life. With the global market expected to surge from $1.88 billion in 2024 to $58 billion by 2030, she unpacks how AI is reshaping the way cities operate, grow, and serve their communities. From improved waste management to accelerated housing permits, Peggy breaks down the real-world use cases—and what's coming next. She also discusses: Case studies from cities like Centerville, Seattle, and beyond. The top 10 most effective AI use cases in cities. The challenges ahead including data privacy, transparency, and more, and her take on how cities can implement AI responsibility and effectively. peggysmedleyshow.com  (7/29/25 - 930) What You Might Have Missed:  AI Driving the Autonomous Road Ahead TMS and AI: Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow AI, Energy, and the Need for Innovation IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.  

In this episode, Hal Horvat, President & CEO of Centreville Bank ($3 billion mutual savings bank in Rhode Island), joins Vin, Zach and DCG colleague Justin Bakst. The foursome delves into why Hal never intended to have a career in banking, relationship-focused loan and deposit growth, making a nearly 200-year-old bank an "employer of choice," and how Centerville successfully partnered with professional soccer team Rhode Island Football Club.For more insights and ideas, visit DCG at DarlingConsulting.com or follow us on LinkedIn.

How Are You Wired? Is a leadership podcast developed by local  basketball coaches, Joe Willis (Plant High School) and Billy Teeden (Florida College). In this episode, Coach Teeden and Coach Willis speak to Brook Cupps, head basketball coach at Centerville HS about how he is wired and how leadership development has helped him maximize his student-athlete's potential. 

Slappin' Glass sits down this week with Coach, Author, and Leadership Development Consultant from Centerville HS in Ohio, Brook Cupps. In this terrific conversation the trio dive into Coach Cupps' thoughts on the power of story in building culture, accountability partners, and discusses role clarification in motion offense, and teaching players to be anti-fragile during the always fun "Start, Sub, or Sit?!"To join coaches and championship winning staffs from the NBA to High School from over 60 different countries taking advantage of an SG Plus membership, visit HERE!

Southwest Ohio has an incredible history. Richard H. Grant Sr. of Centerville was as influential as better-known Daytonians like Charles Kettering and John Patterson.

Robin Hoagland, CSB, from Centerville, Massachusetts, USAHear more of Robin's story on this episode of Sentinel Watch.

Go to www.LearningLeader.com for full show notes This is brought to you by Insight Global. If you need to hire 1 person, hire a team of people, or transform your business through Talent or Technical Services, Insight Global's team of 30,000 people around the world have the hustle and grit to deliver. www.InsightGlobal.com/LearningLeader Kirk Herbstreit is the voice of college football. A former Centerville High School and Ohio State University Quarterback, Kirk has been the lead Analyst for ESPN's College Gameday since 1996. He calls the biggest games in college football on Saturday nights, and he broadcasts the college National Championship. Beyond college football, Kirk is also the lead analyst for Thursday Night Football on Amazon Prime Video. Kirk has been nominated for 19 Sports Emmy Awards and has won 5 times. This conversation was recorded in front of about 300 people in Centerville, Ohio. Kirk's dog Peter was with us on stage when he wasn't wandering around in the audience. Kirk's emotional moment after Ohio State's national championship was about his authentic connection to Coach Day, his son (who was on the team), and all the players. "I try so hard to be impartial. I try so hard to be just objective and fair. It's almost like the culmination of just a release." Showing authentic emotion and humanity makes leaders more relatable and trustworthy, not weaker. Bob Gregg and Ron Ullery's impact: "They didn't tear your knees out, but they just made sure as a 16, 17, 18-year-old that you knew this ain't about you. It's about us." This foundation created a work ethic that translates across all of life. The most prepared broadcaster in the world - "When I started in 1996 on college game day, unless you were a Big 10 fan, you had no idea who I was. So my idea of trying to build my brand was they're gonna know me from my work ethic." "They're gonna know me from my work ethic. They're gonna know me like, damn, I don't know who that dude is, but he seems to know what he's talking about." "I prepare a hundred percent, and I use 20% for all three shows." Over-preparation creates confidence and the ability to handle any direction conversations might go. When you're not the most naturally gifted, becoming the most prepared person in the room creates a competitive advantage. High School Football Builds Life Skills – "I'm such an advocate for high school football because of my own experience... It's about what these guys are doing... simple old school values, like hard work and perseverance and facing adversity." "I could choose to be embarrassed of who I was on national TV, or choose to have a bit of a chip on my shoulder. And I was kind of a chip on my shoulder guy my whole life." Feeling underestimated can fuel extraordinary preparation and performance when channeled constructively. Deal with Imposter Syndrome when he started broadcasting NFL games for Amazon on Thursday nights: "I didn't even go to an NFL camp, and here I am calling NFL Games as the expert game analyst. And so, and I'm working with freaking Al Michaels." "I don't deserve your respect in my brain until I earn it." College Football's Current Crisis – "The players went from our era. You had no say to now they have all to say... It's like the world is upside down right now when it comes to that aspect of it." "Who fixes it? The NCAA doesn't fix it... No one's worried about the global view of the sport. They're worried about their region... who's in charge? No one's the boss." "They're great players, but they're a dime a dozen. Like you're on a conveyor belt as a player. There's other players coming right behind you." Kirk supports true name, image, likeness marketing but opposes pay-for-play: "I am a fan of, if Jeremiah Smith becomes Jeremiah Smith after he gets there... if he can make money in marketing... But not, a guy is over at Bowling Green... and LSU needs a left guard and they're just like, Hey, how much does it take?" "These coaches are a little bit hesitant on how hard they're gonna be on these guys because they don't wanna believe. Imagine being a coach and you're worried about, is this guy gonna leave if I really do what I want to do with him?" Mental Health Through Faith – "For me, it's my faith... daily devotional prayer and really trying to connect helps me... having very honest conversation with family and friends and opening up." The Value of Chosen Hardship – My perspective: "I think you gotta keep doing that stuff... choose to do really hard things every day to prove to myself that I can keep doing hard things so that when adversity strikes, I'm prepared." Generational Empathy – "This generation, I can't imagine going through what they go through, whether it's Snapchat and middle school... just everybody being in your business and everything online." The Lee Corso Legacy – "He was hot takes before we knew what Hot Takes were... our relationship really changed was off air... he was a really good listener... like Yoda or like Don Corleone." The best mentoring relationships evolve from one-directional learning to mutual care and support. The Lunatic Fringe - "There's 90% of Ohio State fans that whether they win or they lose, they're proud of 'em... every fan base has that 10% that we're all embarrassed of."

Contestants: Janice and Joe Codispoti calling from Centerville, Ohio