Creative Fuse Podcast: Recent Episodes
Creative Fuse Podcast
The Creative Fuse Podcast is a weekly podcast that delves into the hearts and minds of some of our community’s most creative individuals. We discuss marketing, branding, and business development in creative fields.
For this week’s episode, Sarah is joined in the studio by Bob Jenkins, a Dalton local, lawyer, and accomplished Civil War Historian. They discuss everything from his beginnings and book writing to Dalton’s own historical relevance and stories of some amazing Dalton locals.
Louis joins us in the Creative Fuse Podcast Studio this week to chat about his passion, the history of war. He owns and operates The History Company, a museum and store specializing in the Revolutionary War through today. Louis shares a couple of stories he’s collected over the years and chats with us about small business ownership and a hobby becoming business.
Grab a snack and settle in for this week’s episode with Francisco Palacios, owner of La Voz, a weekly Latino publication here in Dalton. We chat about the highlights and roadblocks of producing a publication, Palacios’ history here in Dalton, and the love he has for the exploding Latino community.
Lili Lopez, owner of Birria Broz is in the studio with us this week talking about what exactly Birria is and how they got started with their popular Dalton restaurant. We talk about rumbling stomachs, business growth and hands-on ownership.
The Creative Fuse podcast is back this week with Eric Blaylock from Total Recognition in Downtown Dalton. We chat about how he came to own the business, community support during a pandemic and how communication can be your greatest asset.
The Creative Fuse studio welcomes Krista Long, owner of Dalton favorite, Raspberry Row.
Listen in as we welcome Hannah Jones, owner of IVolution, to the studio. It’s an immersive experience this week as Hannah brings a Vitafusion IV for Sarah to try while recording.
We’ve got a special mini-episode this week, folks! With the 60th Anniversary of the Creative Arts Guild quickly approaching, we had Amanda Brown in the studio to chat about its history, future and the party this weekend! Have you gotten your ticket yet?
Our mouths are watering this week as we hear from Carrie Smith, owner of Highline Bake Shop, about her history, favorite treats, and new shop coming to Downtown Dalton. Consider this our official application for taste tester!
https://www.facebook.com/HighlineBakeShop/
We’re stepping out of Dalton today and heading a short drive north to Chattanooga! If you’re a Dalton native and are thinking about a day trip or even a move, we suggest a listen to the podcast, My Part of Town Chattanooga. Podcast host, Michael Crosa, joins us in the studio to talk podcasting, Covid creativity, Chattanooga, and the evolution of an idea. Give it a listen then head on over to https://www.michaeljcrosa.com/mpotchattanooga.
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Spring has finally sprung! That means it’s time to repot those plants and ‘spruce’ up the garden and we’ve got the perfect person here to chat about your local garden center, Fiddleheads! Sam Brown joined us in the pod studio recently to chat about his path to plants and how Dalton has ‘grown’ to adore the shop and its people.
https://www.fiddleheadsdalton.com/
Eunice joins us to chat about starting a cool new business in Dalton! Born out of the pandemic and the creating birthday joy for her husband, Eunice has flourished in the balloon over the last two years. Give the podcast a listen and check out some of her creations for your next celebration.
We have an extra special guest here in the h2b Creative Fuse Podcast Studio! Though not a Dalton native, this friend of the pod, radio host, author, spicy seasoning connoisseur, and Duck Dynasty fan favorite always stops by this town to say hi. Join us as we learn more about his new venture, our work with him, and his favorite part of his new found fame.
Sarah is joined in the podcast studio by Chris Brown, one of the owners of Dalton Brewing Company! He dives into how a favorite local watering hole came to be, leaning on the community to make it a reality and a little of what’s planned for their 5th anniversary, happening on February 25th!
https://www.daltonbrewing.com/
Local photographer, Bobbi Jo Brooks stops by the podcast studio today. She dives into how she ended up in Dalton and how she’s put roots down in this community. She has some big plans for this year and we’re excited to hear about them!
https://www.bobbijobrooks.com/
We’re joined this weekend by Dustin Coker from the Native Kitchen. We really enjoyed hearing about how they got started in the business, how they operated during a pandemic and the variety of their menu. Be sure to check them out inside The Mill.
https://www.nativekitchendalton.com/
She’s back! Chelsea DeWaters darkens our doorways again this week to discuss her amazing and hopeful work with the Murray/Whitfield Branch of CASA. She is the program manager for this incredible organization and she is here to share her experience and love for the kids and volunteers that support them. http://www.familysupportcouncil.com/programs/casa.php
Rafael Huerta spends some time with us in the podcast studio today to discuss his role with the Latin American Association here in Dalton. They manage several different departments that serve the community here in town and foster relationships with many other non-profits. He shares some exciting news with us first! Tune in this week to learn how their expanding their reach to those who need it.
https://thelaa.org/dalton/
It is such a pleasure to be joined in the studio today by Whitney & Brandon Cawood! They are two local freelance creatives with their finger on the pulse here in Dalton. Currently, they are fundraising for a passion project with big goals, a documentary called To Dye For. Listen in as they tell us about the project, what got them started and how they’re bringing awareness to the documentary and this larger than life issue.
https://www.todyeforthedocumentary.com/
Returning guests Jessie Southerland and Amanda Brown join us this week to chat about the Creative Arts Guild and their yearly musical and ballet accomplishment, The Snow Queen! The show opens on Thursday, November 17th. Listen in for a little more information then be sure to snag your tickets at http://www.creativeartsguild.org
Creative Fuse is excited to welcome both Chelsea DeWaters and Travis Taylor today. Both Chelsea and Travis were participants in this year’s Young Gamechanger and had a role in creating two interesting plans to better our city. Join us as we talk about the application process, planning, presentation and what their plans would mean for Dalton.
The ever charismatic Vann Brown spends some time in our studio today talking about how he got into the trucking industry with some truly creative products! His line of BullSnot products solves a few unique problems of the trucking world. Be sure to check out his podcast, Trucker Tank, as well!
The h2b crew had a blast today with Lynn Laughter and Miller Jones of Laughter and Jones Financial Management. There is more to financial management than just numbers and planning. Today we learned how involved both Lynn and Miller are in their community, how much they care for their clients, and how they show up for them for every life event.
Mark Hannah spends some time with the Creative Fuse team today telling us all about his childhood in Dalton and how it helped grow his career. With a passion for horror, he’s currently helping with the Fear-Grounds at local Lake Winnie. Be sure to get your tickets for the season’s best attraction.
We’re back this week with Karina Silve of Antojo Cocina y Cantina in downtown Dalton! We discuss how she got started in the industry, her experience with front of house and back of house in running a restaurant, and the different Latin flavors on her menu. She’ll be popping up at the Latin Taste Festival on October 8th so be sure to try some of her amazing bites!
We’re continuing our aviation trend for one more week as we host Andrew Wiersma, the Airport Manager for the Dalton Municipal Airport. We discuss how Andrew got started doing what he does and how available the airport is to you. They’re open for tours and a drop by to watch some planes. The airport is an important part of the community and we learn more about what it does for Dalton.
The Executive Director of Believe Greater Dalton, Allyson Coker, joins us for this episode to chat about another one of her passions, the Young Gamechangers program. This program has been in session for eight seasons now and Dalton is the first city to host north of Atlanta. It was a pleasure to hear about the 50 young professionals from around the state that gather to build solutions to issues presented by a committee for the betterment of Dalton. Be sure to check out their final presentation on September 22, 2022.
Today h2b’s Creative Fuse is joined by Dalton Local Singer and Songwriter, Earl Brackin. Earl chats with us about his 27 years in Dalton, passing down the music gene to his kids, and his latest creative, a five track album entitled ‘Flavors’.
We are so excited to have muralist, Ruth Park, in the podcast studio today! She joins us to talk about her journey from Panama and San Francisco to Dalton where she and her husband raise their three kids. We really enjoyed speaking to her about why she creates what she does and how art affects her life as a career.
The Paper Princess is a Downtown Dalton staple and Audrey is here with us this week to chat about the evolution of the business, what the design process looks like, and her personal journey back to this welcoming town.
Patrick Griffioen, Owner of Cruise Flight Academy joins us today to chat about his experience moving to and starting a business in Dalton. We’ll hear about his background in flying and why he chose Dalton to start his already booming business.
Tune in as Jess tells us a little more about the newest addition to the county's park system. We learn more about Rock Face Ridge Park, the acreage, timeline, attractions and history.
Chris joins h2b to chat about his 27 year career with the Dalton Police Department, community relations and accountability, and their numerous charitable projects and how you can get involved.
This week we’ve got the owner of Baja Coop, John McKinney, with us. Baja Coop opened in 2017 but John loved it so much that he took up ownership himself. He tells us all about that, how to choose the best avocados, and more.
We’ve got JT Finley of Maryville Jewelers with us this week. Maryville Jewelers has been in business since 1974, and JT tells us their history and what it takes to get into the jewelry business.
This episode, we have Jessie Southerland and Amanda Brown of the Creative Arts Guild here in Dalton. They talk about their production of the Snow Queen, the history of the Arts Guild, and the various programs they offer.
Todd Pangle, Fire Chief of the Dalton Fire Department joins us to talk to about their recruitment event taking place until the end of July. He tells us all about the incentives, training, and secondary education options available for recruits, and he discusses the constantly evolving dynamics of fire fighting.
This week we’ve got Candace Eaton, who’s the Executive Director and Main Street Manager for The Downtown Dalton Development Authority. She tells us all about what the DDDA is, what they do, and how they strive to help local businesses develop. We also discuss the Downtown Dollars Program, The Dalton Farmer’s Market, and some of the fun summer concerts and events coming up.
We’re back this week to talk about differences in types of microphones and why sound quality is important in your podcast or video project. We discuss the pros and cons of condenser and dynamic cardioid microphones and how you can use them to create content for your business.
Chris Berryman and Natima Walker from The Green House join us in studio for this episode. The Green House is a center for child advocacy and sexual assault, they facilitate in helping victims of abuse and sexual trauma, They discuss the upcoming podcast from The Green House as well as what it is that they do and why it’s so important.
We’re back to our regularly scheduled programming this week to talk about the illustrious Episode Zero. What is an Episode Zero, how is it, why is it? We’re going over all of that in this week’s episode of the podcast.
We’re back this week to shake things up a bit with a special episode. Introducing Two Cranks, Dave and Tanner dive into generational gaps and shortcomings as well and how the technological divide has exacerbated said generational divide.
We’re back this week for more in our Analytics Series. We’re breaking down which numbers matter most. What are listeners versus engaged listeners versus plays. Which number matters!?
We’re back this week to what is going to be our normal release day each week, Monday. So sit on back and check it out! We’re diving deeper into podcast analytics this week.
We’re back this week to talk about podcast analytics. Analytics can be confusing, a bunch of numbers and data, and without much context. Check out this episode, we’re diving into this data and explaining exactly what it means and which data-sets you should be focused on for the success of your podcast. We’re also covering some podcast news coming from Apple, who is upgrading their podcast platform.
We’re back and we’re talking about Daylight Savings Time, The Batman, and whether or not you should do a podcast, a livestream show, or vlog. What content format is best for you?
We’re back this week and we’re talking about the pros and cons of producing a podcast yourself or using a company like H2b Creative to produce your podcast. Tanner tells some tales of the early days of podcasting and lessons he learned along the way.
Here’s the first episode of the H2b Podcast. You can find us here weekly to give updates on what’s happening in the world of podcasting and business. We tell you about our new podcasting studio, and introduce ourselves!