Podcast appearances and mentions of philip sambol

Author, DC Family Biking, and Ward 5 neighbor

DC has a robust music history, particularly when it comes to jazz. Local jazz expert and Ward 5 neighbor Rusty Hassan joins us to talk about DC Jazz history, and what the music scene was like on Rhode Island Avenue NE.

With guests Bill Levy and Hadiah Jordan from DC Water

We are always happy to welcome Darryl Maxwell of DC Bar to the show - this time with more great resources for small businesses in DC.

Discussing all things Ward 5 with our Council Member, Kenyan McDuffie

It's our 100th episode! We are celebrating by interviewing some fantastic guests, and also by giving away presents! We start off the episode with #DeNews from neighbor Aaron DeNu. What RIA Main Street history lesson would be complete without a mention of Bo Diddley? That's right... he lived right here in the neighborhood! Then we chat with Shani, the neighborhood blogger behind Brookland Bridge. Shani does an amazing job of rounding up the news and updates that folks throughout Ward 5 look forward to reading. Casey from Good Food Markets calls in with the market update - and yes, they will have flowers for Valentine's Day! Next up: we've talked about his delicious products before, but today we get to talk directly to David Knowles, creator and baker extraordinaire of Lord of the Pies. Talk about a sweet success story! Listen now for the great discussion AND for details on how to win some fun RIA Radio prizes.

The final episode of the Groceries for All series offers hope of groceries coming to an underserved neighborhood in Ward 8. Philip Sambol discusses how his business Good Food Markets, coupled with his non-profit Oasis Community Partners, will soon offer an alternative to the traditional big box model.

We start off the hour with #DeNews - and it's kind of a spooky story! Next, Amanda Blythe from Dance Place visits with us about this amazing community institution. Last but not least, we're joined by Philip Sambol from Good Food Markets, and he fills us in on their Senior Delivery Program. Tune in now for all the details.

Very few small business owners go into business because they want to do the "back office" work that all businesses must do to STAY in business. Enter the team from Office Accomplice to take over those tasks for you! We chat with Mallory Corlette about all of the services that her company can take off your plate and get you back to doing what you do best for your business. Then we visit with Dan Schramm, president of the Brookland Neighborhood Civic Association. The BNCA has a robust calendar of events and is "a forum for considering and advancing the interests of Brookland residents on issues affecting the Brookland Community." Tune in now to learn more!

Eric B. comes in to share his creative vision behind the vibrant and beautiful new mural located on the side of the building at 1613 Rhode Island Ave NE. The work was done as part of the DC Department of Public Works' effort to curb "tagging" vandalism. And Philip calls in to give a Good Food Markets update for all the new products coming in to the store. Tune in to listen to the full story.

Josh Brown joins us to talk about some innovative marketing technology to help you reach your customers in a very personalized and direct way. Tune in to the interview, then visit www.dpstrategiesgroup.com to learn even more. We're also joined by Philip at Good Food Markets for a great market update.

We start off the show with an update from Philip - new seasonal offerings at Good Food Market are here! Next - the DC Office of Planning has just launched efforts to amend the Comprehensive Plan for the District - something that the Home Rule Act requires. Director Eric D. Shaw joins us to talk about the Comprehensive Plan, and the "Plan DC" amendment process, as well as the innovative outreach the Office of Planning is doing in each Ward to get feedback from the community. Tune in to find out about the process, why you should be involved, and how you can find out more information. You can also visit www.plandc.dc.gov to take an online survey and to get updates.

Creative placemaking is the practice of partnering public, private, nonprofit, and community groups to form and implement a strategy to transform a neighborhood, and it is a concept that is being embraced across the country. We visit with Steven Thompson of the Van Alen Institute (www.vanalen.org), as well as Natalie Campbell and Jose Ruiz of the Furthermore Artist Collective (furthermorellc.com) about their joint project with the DC Office of Planning. Tune in to hear more about their innovative project to link communities to their own unique sounds.

Michaela Brown-Jones, the energetic force and founder of The P Spot (www.bringitupsexy.com) stops by to talk about her special brand of fitness for women. Her classes include "Pole Fitness", "Strip Aerobics" (minus the naked part!), and "Sensual Stretch" - all designed to provide a "sexy" alternative to traditional group fitness classes, and suited for all levels of fitness. Then we're joined by Nate Blodgett, co-founder of District Spice (www.districtspice.com). After getting off to a tremendous start in Union Kitchen, District Spice is now creating their unique and delicious spice blends here on RIA Main Street. Tune in now - bonus content for listeners with smell-o-vision reception on their devices!

t's that time of year again - the fast growing DC State Fair is just around the corner, on Sunday, August 28th! One of the organizers (and Ward 5 neighbor) Kish Rusek joins us to talk about the event's history, the competition categories, and more. Visit www.dcstatefair.org for details. Then we're joined by DC Water's Bill Levy and Joan Ward to discuss the Northeast Boundary Tunnel Project. In addition to talking about the need for this massive project, Bill and Joan share important construction news and timelines for residents and business owners along the RIA Main Street corridor. As always, Philip calls in with the Good Food Markets report - fall produce is starting to make its way to the area. Tune in to find out more!

In addition to the Good Food Markets report, and LOTS of news about upcoming activities (hint: Pokemon!) on RIA Main Street, we're joined by DeAndrey Howard, creative genius behind Alice's Jazz and Cultural Society. The newest hotspot for authentic jazz, located at 2813 12th St NE, is getting great reviews. Tune in to hear DeAndrey share the vision behind the club, then stop in and visit them. More details at their website, www.jazzandculturalsociety.com

For neighborhood favorite, Zeke's Coffee, there have been a lot of changes in the last year! Owner John Kepner stops by to talk about their new roaster, nitro cold brew, and some very special beans. Philip from Good Food Markets calls in with the market report and ways to stay cool during this blistering hot week. Next, we're joined by Frank Clark and Willie Brennan to discuss ways to literally put your business on the map. Google maps, that is! The Google 360 program provides your prospective customers with an actual virtual tour INSIDE your business - and that's just the start. Tune in to find out how to take full advantage of this great program.

Thomas Vadrody of Annie's Ace Hardware joins us to talk about their newest location in Brookland on 8th Street NE. This locally-owned resource features many familiar faces - tune in to learn why! Then new Washington Area Community Investment Fund (WACIF) director, Harold Pettigrew, joins us to talk about the small business resources and financing options that WACIF provides to area entrepreneurs. Philip from Good Food Markets calls in with the latest updates - including some food and beverage options to keep you cool during these hot hot summer days!

July marks the beginning of a new fiscal quarter, so Sherrell Martin of Nitram Financial Solutions is on hand to give us a check list of financial management tasks you need to do to make sure your business in on track for a great year. Then we're joined by Morgan West of Made In DC and Raj Aggarwal or Think Local First DC, to talk about the burgeoning creative movement in DC, and how it is changing the face of DC's local economy. Then Philip from Good Food Markets talks to us about the latest produce in the market (hint: think fruity tropical ways to cool off). Tune in now!

Tom Bridge, co-founder of Technolutionary, LLC (www.technolutionary.com) joins us to talk about IT infrastructure needs for small businesses. They provide technology support services throught the DMV region to a wide variety of clients from single person offices, to large office buildings, restaurants, schools, training facilities, and more. Then we're joined by the SB Works team (www.sbworksdc.org), a new addition to RIA Main Street corridor. They are currently offering a variety of technical assistance opportunities for small businesses throughout the DC area, and will soon be opening co-working space at 2316 Rhode Island Ave NE. And of course, Philip calls in to give us the latest Good Food Markets update

Doreen Hope from Washington Gas joins us to talk about some of the impending major work scheduled for parts of Rhode Island Avenue NE. Then we're joined by Ward 5's own Tiffany Bridge, of Baxendell Bridge LLC. We'll be talking about some of the "must have" web site information that ALL businesses should have in order to compete in a modern economy. Philip calls in to give us the latest Good Food Markets update, and the UpRising Festival is just around the corner! Listen in - we'll get you all caught up.

Michael Meers from Mid-City Financial stops by to talk about the renovation of Brookland Manor into RIA-DC - one of the largest mixed used developments scheduled for construction in DC. Ron Dixon, the creative genius behind Studio 202 and BLIS.fm stops by to talk about some of his plans for a training program for DC youth to prepare for careers in the video tech industry. Ron is also teaming up with us to bring some unique products to small business support in Ward 5 and the entire DC area. As always, Philip from Good Food Markets joins us to talk about what's new and fresh at the market. Tune in to learn more!

Philip from Good Food Markets calls in with our weekly market update - what's new, fresh, delicious, and available at Good Food Markets. Then we're joined by Molly Woods and Trever Webster from the newest business in the area, Artist & Craftsman. They carry an extensive selection of art supplies, including special order options for those hard-to-find items. Listen to their story, then visit their employee-owned store at 1201 Brentwood Road NE (behind Home Depot).

Sherrell Martin, the Chief Financial Solutions Officer and founder of Nitram Financial Solutions, joins us to talk about some quarterly financial responsibilities for businesses. Whether it is taxes, payroll obligations, or simply analyzing your business performance, every business owner has "must-do" tasks they must keep up with to insure the financial (and legal!) health of their business. Tune in to hear Sherrell's take on the most important steps you might be missing to make sure your business continues to grow.

Darryl Dudley and the B Sharp Music Academy team has been teaching music lessons to students of all ages for years. Piano, guitar, voice, and more - with lessons taught in a way that makes learning music fun! Then Philip from Good Food Markets gives us the weekly market update - lots of healthy foods educational events are coming up, and we get an update on some new plans for the store.

Danita Doleman of SEAS Community Partners has helped small businesses in DC through a variety of services, including over 20 successful Great Streets grant applications! Danita talks about the keys to a winning Great Streets grant application and how to prepare for the next round of grants. Philip catches us up on what's happening at Good Food Markets. Next, June Mines of These Eyes of Mines talks about her boutique eye wear business, featuring one of a kind frames, coming soon to RIA Main Street!

Some important resources available to business owners is the topic for the 1st half of the show. Rebates for security cameras, bicycle rack installation, and more, are all programs designed to support small business growth. Philip calls in with a Good Food Market update (hint: get to the Trickling Springs Lemon Chiffon ice cream before Kyle discovers it). Then we're joined by Velvet and Treona Kelty-Jacobs. Chef Velvet is bringing an exciting new restaurant to RIA Main Street... and yes, it's vegan! And it is so much more. Listen now!

A sign for your business is more than simply a bigger version of your logo. The right sign can define and grow your business. Interested in getting a new sign, or refreshing the look of your existing signage? Gelberg has been creating and manufacturing signs in the DC area for over 75 years. Diane Gerber from Gelberg Signs joins us to talk about what makes a good sign, and what mistakes to avoid when designing your brick & mortar signage. Then Philip calls in with the Good Food Markets fresh update - lots of local produce is starting to show up, and even more good market news is on the horizon! Then we're joined by Kushaan Shah, the founder and Volunteer-in-chief of Social Rise. Social Rise is a nonprofit organization that aims to bridge the digital divide through social media inclusion for underserved communities, including small businesses that may be struggling to adapt to social media as a means of reaching customers. Kushaan shares some great tips for choosing the best social media platform for your business.

We are so pleased to announce that LISC-DC continues their investment on the growth of the RIA Main Street community. Adam Kent joins us to discuss the results of the MetroEdge economic analysis report that LISC recently conducted for us, and to announce a significant update in the KIVA-Zip/LISC partnership for maximizing crowd lending options for RIA Main Street businesses. Next, Philip from Good Food Market joins us for a market update. In the second half of the show, we visit with Charlie Whitaker, the CEO of CareerPath DC, the team that provides RIA Main Street with "Clean Team" services. While they do an amazing job in keeping RIA Main Street clean and safe with always-friendly faces, the programs that CareerPathDC offers to its team members goes much deeper. Job skills, career planning, and youth programming, and paying their team members a living wage are some of the hallmarks of CareerPathDC. Listen now for more details about both of these great programs!

Ward 5 neighbor Vivica Brooks is the founder and CEO of The Brooks Group, LLC. Vivica is a leading expert in the field of customer service, job readiness, and soft skills training, and she stops by to talk to us about small business customer service - and making sure your employees are on the same page with you. Emily Eakland of Recreative Spaces is working with us at RIA Main Street to put on some really exciting event programming this year. She visits with Michelle about the upcoming event calendar, and about how vendors, performers, and the community can get involved. And of course we have a market update from Philip at Good Food Markets - tune in for the latest!

We have an extended visit from Philip at Good Food Markets, discussing their Good Neighbor Rewards program, as well as discount programs for seniors and SNAP households. Plus, they have great news! They will be partnering with a local grower here in the District for seriously local produce! Then we're joined by Rudolph Brooks and LaTisha McDuffie from DC Dragons/Dancarate. Classes are back in session after a major interior renovation, AND they are looking for qualified and talented instructors!

Caroline Kenney and Monica Lavorgna join us to talk about all of the activities going on at Rhode Island Row. New retailers have opened and new community activities are planned for the coming year. Plus, Caroline and Monica give us some great "insider tips" for businesses interesting in leasing space at Rhode Island Row. Then Philip Sambol from Good Food Markets stops by to share a special Q & A session with one of their newest vendors - Good Sense Farms honey. Tune in for a special promotion code for discounts on this delicious local honey!

We get the latest news from Good Food Markets - be sure to listen in for a special promotion code! Kyle shares some news from DCRA and DOEE for business owners, and Yvonne Rivers of the Phoebe Marketing Group stops by to talk about the Phoebe Tank and other small business training opportunities.

Philip Sambol from Good Food Markets stops by for a quick update about what's happening at the Market this week, then Michelle visits with Tony Brunswick of Art Enables, as well as Erin Fitzgerald and Katie Rotramel from Eat & Smile Catering and The Bespoke Kitchen.

It's been a year since Good Food Markets opened on RIA Main Street! General Manager Philip Sambol stops by to talk about new things at the market, and how GFM continues to respond to requests and grow with community support. The we're joined by Sherouk Omara from Kiva Zip and Adam Kent from the Local Initiatives Support Corporation. Kiva Zip and LISC are teaming up to provide a very special 0% interest "crowd-lending" program for RIA Main Street businesses! Tune in to find out all the details!

If you haven't already stopped by Good Food Markets yet, you're really missing something special. Philip Sambol joins us in the studio to talk about their healthy food mission - how they got started and what they are bringing to the community. Then we're joined by Darryl Maxwell, who stops by to talk about the variety of legal resources that DC Bar makes available to DC small business owners.