The Nooga Belle Podcast: Recent Episodes
Kate Robertson
A podcast all about stories of the South, straight from the sources. Hosted by Kate Robertson, the Southern food & lifestyle blogger at athoughtandahalf.com. Based in Chattanooga, Tennessee.
Gabrielle Blades says a lot of her life is based on intuition. She moved to Chattanooga when she was 16, and from there she has flourished into a creative business owner and entrepreneur. We cover a lot of ground in our conversation: her creative and artistic background, how her business Blades Creative got started, why she loves being a creative entrepreneur, her creative process, "refilling the well" as a professional creative, and much more.
Thanks so much for listening, y'all! Follow Gabby on Instagram @blades_creative and head to her website to see her work and get in touch.
When Natasha Ferrier started doing stand-up comedy five years ago, there was only one open-mic for comics in Chattanooga. Now there are seven open-mics and several monthly shows, one of which is Once a Month, Natasha's all-female comedy showcase at The Palace Theater.
In our epic conversation, Natasha shares how she got started in stand-up, her writing process, what inspires her material, how her career has evolved, what it's like being a woman in comedy, how she sees the comedy scene in Chattanooga evolving, and more. She also talks through how Once a Month comes together each month, from hosting solo to booking comedians and supporting local businesses like The Palace Theater.
Thanks so much for listening, y'all! Follow Natasha on Instagram @natashaferrier, and check out The Palace Theater for more info on upcoming shows.
Briana Garza-Wilson launched Chatt Taste to bring people together over good food and community. In the latest #BadassWomenInBiz episode, Briana and I talk about how Chatt Taste got started, how listening to her customers and the community changed her business, what it means to be an entrepreneur, balancing business, family, and self, and our favorite food spots in Chattanooga.
Thanks so much for listening, y'all! Follow Chatt Taste on Facebook and Instagram @chatttaste, and head to the website to learn more and book your tour!
For International Women's Month, I'm celebrating female entrepreneurs in Chattanooga and everything they bring to our city. First up is Tiffany Malapanes, founder of Positiffitea, who we met on the podcast in January. (Listen to her first episode here.)
In this episode, Tiffany breaks down her journey of building her herbal tea business from the ground up: from R&D and making her own labels to conquering a devastating setback. We also chat about the amazing small business community in Chattanooga and all the resources available to aspiring entrepreneurs (shoutout Chattanooga Public Library, Startup Week/CoLab, Chattanooga Workspace, and INCubator!).
Thanks so much for listening, y'all! Learn more about Tiffany's tea blends and the benefits of herbal tea on the Positiffitea website—and order some while you're there! Look for Tiffany at the Chattanooga Market when it starts again in April.
This episode was recorded in December 2019.
Author Audrey Keown first visited Chattanooga in 1999 as a high school student, fell in love, came back for college, and has been here ever since. Her debut novel Murder at Hotel 1911 comes out August 11, and it's set right here in the Scenic City.
In our conversation, Audrey and I talk about the beauty of telling stories, being a good storyteller, the process of researching and writing a mystery novel, the challenges of authorship, working with agents, and she gives a preview of Murder at Hotel 1911. We also discuss anxiety and mental health in creative professionals: what contributes to it, the importance of a support system, and ways to manage stress, anxiety, and mental health as a creative professional.
Audrey mentions tons of resources and inspirations that have helped her throughout her journey:
- Alan Bradley (Canadian author)
- Randy Ingermanson (Advanced Fiction Writing)
- K.M. Weiland (Helping Writers Become Authors)
- CBD for anxiety (Hemp House Chattanooga)
- L-Theanine supplement
- Meditation (Headspace)
- Mental Illness Happy Hour podcast
- The Writing Excuses podcast
Thanks so much for listening, y'all! Follow Audrey on Instagram @audreykeownwrites, check out her website, find her book on goodreads, and preorder her novel on Amazon.
Murder at Hotel 1911 by Audrey Keown comes out August 11, 2020.
When Tiffany Malapanes started making herbal, medicinal tea blends for herself and her friends, she had no idea it would turn into a business. She now runs Positiffitea and creates organic medicinal tea blends that are good and good for you. In this week's episode, Tiffany shares how her business got started, why she got into tea in the first place, and gives us a rundown on some of her most popular tea blends and their health properties.
Thanks so much for listening, y'all! Head to Tiffany's website www.positiffitea.com to learn more and order some tea for yourself. You can contact Tiffany with any questions at tiff@positiffitea.com and look for her at the Chattanooga Market on Sundays April - November!
Welcome back to the Nooga Belle Podcast! For the first episode of 2020, I'm joined by Arnold Ruelas: fitness instructor at Kyle House Fitness, manager at fab'rik Chattanooga, and self-care expert. He shares about his experiences as a fitness instructor and gives advice for those looking to start or further develop their fitness routines in the New Year. Lastly, we discuss the importance of self care and why you should always take time to rest, recharge, and listen to your body.
Thanks so much for listening, y'all! Follow Arnold on Instagram @arnoldaruelas for more fitness, fashion, self care, and general awesomeness.
On this edition of Pinkies Up, B*tches, Shelly, Mary, and I look back on our college days, while sipping vodka cranberries. We cover just about everything, including sports, classes, townie life, dorm life, campus food, tailgating, parties and other fun times, and wrap up with advice for freshmen and graduating seniors.
If you've lived in Chattanooga for a day, you've no doubt heard rumors of haunted Room 311 in the historic Read House Hotel. In this special spooky episode, I sit down with Read House historian Tyler and guest services manager Jared to dig into the hotel's past: from its original construction in the 19th century, to the most recent renovation, completed in 2018. And of course, I am introduced to Annalisa Netherly, Room 311's guest that never left.
Thanks so much for listening! Head to the website to learn more about The Read House and Room 311.
Larry Bradford started his entrepreneurial career more than 20 years ago in Atlanta. Several years ago, an "a-ha!" moment at a tailgate led him to create and launch Armor Shields: personalized, protective covers for Big Green Egg grills.
In this week's episode, Larry walks me through the Armor Shields production process, why he started his company, the different customizations available, and what makes Armor Shields an essential part of your grilling process. We also talk about barbecue and reminisce on our time as judges for Ruby Falls' Battle Below the Clouds BBQ competition earlier this spring.
Thanks so much for listening, y'all! Follow Armor Shields on Facebook and Instagram @armorshields for news and updates. Shop the collection on their website.
Adam Zinser has worked on all sides of the spirits industry. Now he's the marketing manager (TN and northern AL) for Dixie Vodka, under Grain and Barrel Spirits. In this week's episode, Adam talks me through how he landed in the industry, his previous jobs until joining Grain and Barrel, and we sip the gamut of Dixie Vodka's offerings (minus one flavor) and a couple of bourbons also from the Grain and Barrel family.
If you like what you heard, look for Dixie Vodka around Chattanooga at Riverside Wine & Spirits, Imbibe, Total Beverage, Harry's Wine & Spirits, Chattanooga Wine & Spirits, and more. Follow Dixie on Facebook and Instagram @dixievodka for more information and updates.
Back to school, back to work, starting a new job... 'tis the season of new routines. Meal prepping is a huge part of these routines for many people (myself included); it makes mornings easier, helps you eat healthier during the week, and helps you save money, among other great benefits. In this episode, Amanda and I discuss why meal prepping is important, tips and tricks for healthy meal prepping, how to keep it interesting so you don't get bored with your food, and some of our favorite recipes.
If you loved this episode, follow Amanda @fit.food.chatt for more delicious inspiration. Follow the podcast @thenoogabelle and subscribe on your favorite streaming service.
Local teacher and healthy living enthusiast Amanda Angel spent a month in China over the summer, exploring new cities and diving head-first into their culinary culture. In this week's episode, Amanda tells all about her time in China: which cities she stayed in, the different classes she took, her favorite foods and meals, what traveling solo taught her, and how she hopes to incorporate her experiences in her life and classroom back in Chattanooga.
Thanks so much for listening, y'all! Check out Amanda's China Instagram page @a.n.angelwasinchina for snapshots from her trip. Follow @fit.food.chatt for wholesome, nourishing meals and healthy living.
Hannah and Sara-Anne Waggoner have always been artists (in varying forms and media), but they never guessed they'd be making jewelry. Now they craft some of the most colorful, creative, and unique earrings and accessories together as The August Sisters. In this week's episode, I talk with them about working together as sisters, where they find inspiration, how they learned to sew as kids, future designs and plans, and Disney Channel original movies.
Thanks so much for listening, y'all! Follow the sisters on Instagram @theaugustsisters, @thehannahwaggoner, and @sunlovesthemoon, and check out their collections on their website.
Christine Lamborne launched Alms + Fare a little over a year ago to combine her passions for health and wellness, helping others, and giving back. Her flagship product is the "Better Bites," which are snack bites made with wholesome, real ingredients, no refined sugars or preservatives, with flavors inspired by our favorite childhood treats.
In this episode, Christine tells me about her inspiration and vision for Alms + Fare, and we chat about healthy living, diet culture, eating for your body, giving back to your community, growing your own food, chocolate croissants, and more.
Thanks so much for listening! Follow Alms + Fare on Facebook and Instagram @almsandfare for updates and new flavors. Look for Better Bites around Chattanooga at: Niedlov's, Wildflower Tea Shop, Together Cafe, Goodman Coffee Roasters, The Local Juice, Nutrition World, Pruett's Market, Naked Foods, Locals Only, Society of Work, Bread & Butter, and more.
Chris Matthews started Jack'd Coffee Co. when he wanted a better, healthier way to get the proteins and supplements he needed. It started as a protein-infused ground coffee, and then evolved into a protein-infused nitro cold brew. He joined me on the podcast to talk about his journey as an entrepreneur, the evolution of his products, his production process, new products, and more.
Thanks so much for listening! Follow Jack'd Coffee on Facebook and Instagram @jackdcoffeeco to learn more and get updates. Head to the website for even more info and to explore products.
If you've ever taken a class at The Chattery, or been to one of their events, you know how hard-working, devoted, and fantastic co-founders Jennifer Holder and Shawanda Mason-Moore are. They launched the adult education non-profit in 2014, and have hit some impressive milestones in their five years in business together. Tune in to this week's episode to hear The Chattery's origin story, how they plan and schedule classes, how they work together as friends, the success of their recent iFundWomen campaign, plans for the future, our favorite breakfast food and pop singers, and more.
Thanks so much for listening, y'all! Follow The Chattery on Facebook and Instagram, and check out their website for class schedule and to donate.
Beth Neuhoff is a co-host on Chattanooga's Morning Show on Big 95.3 FM, but her journey to the mic in Chattanooga was anything but ordinary. From studio art, to TV and movie sets, to flight attendant, and much more in between, Beth says she's not done yet. In this week's episode, we talk about our careers thus far, living life to the fullest, not being afraid to do something crazy, our favorite local hangouts, thrift shopping, our summer bucket lists, and much more.
Catch Beth on air with Gary and Eric weekdays from 5-10am, and then over on Easy 106.9 in the afternoons. Follow her on Instagram @bethdneuhoff to see more of her adventures.
Thanks so much for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please share, rate, and/or leave a review.
Does pineapple belong on pizza? What's the worst Harry Potter movie? Is avocado toast overrated? Has Breezy even seen a Marvel movie? All of these questions and more are answered in the latest installment of Pinkies Up, B*tches. I've got Matt, Breezy, and Smitty here taking on the hottest of hot takes, with some Clumpies ice cream to help cool 'em down throughout the process (thank you, Clumpies!).
Got a hot take? Drop me a comment or DM on Instagram with it, and we may include it in the next installment!
Clumpies flavors featured: Mixed Berry Cobbler, Key Lime Pie, Peach Tea White Balsamic.
A few weeks ago, I stopped by Knox Whiskey Works up in Knoxville and visited assistant distiller Ryan, who I met in Chattanooga in April. We talk through all 12 of their products, including bourbon whiskey, heirloom corn whiskey, gin, rum, vodka, and a couple liqueurs. I tasted a few of them myself, and was impressed with the variety of flavors and spirits they're producing up there. Vols fans, there's a vodka especially for y'all.
Next time you're in Knoxville, visit Ryan at Knox Whiskey Works at 516 W Jackson Avenue. Follow them on Facebook and Instagram to stay up to date with what they've got going on!
On this edition of Pinkies Up, B*tches, our friends from Sigler's Craft Beer hooked us up with some funky (and absolutely delicious) beers, and we paired them with homemade baked goods inspired by (and using) those beers. Pairings include:
- Meridian Hive Dynamo Tart Cherry Mead + Peach Bread Pudding
- Straight to Ale Stout at the Devil Oatmeal Stout + Stout Brownies
- D9 Brewer's Day Off Cucumber & Cantaloupe Gose + Cantaloupe Cupcakes
- New Heights Holy Mole Milk Stout + Horchata Cake
Thanks to Phil from Sigler's for his awesome beer selections! Visit him at 1309 Panorama Dr. Ste 117, right off East Brainerd Road in Chattanooga.
If you want the recipes for these tasty treats, y'all can find them on my blog: www.athoughtandahalf.com.
Local comedian Donnie Marsh is back on the podcast, with some updates on the Lookout Comedy Festival and Chatt Talk Tonight. The festival is going into its second year, and Donnie talks about how year one went and what's going to be different this year. He also gives me a history lesson on basketball, we chat about the growing comedy scene in Chattanooga, and we find out where you're likely to find him on a Sunday afternoon.
Thanks so much for listening, y'all! Give Donnie a follow on Instagram @istherelifeonmarsh, and check out Lookout Comedy Festival and Chatt Talk Tonight on Facebook for updates.
If you're interested, you can listen to Donnie talk about religion on the wellRED Podcast.
It's springtime here in Tennessee, so on this edition of Pinkies Up, B*tches, Shelly and Mary join me to talk about all kinds of spring traditions I don't know about in Chattanooga. They share stories from their private-school days and enlighten me on traditions I had no idea existed (#publicschoolkid). But first, we crack open a few cans of a beer we surprisingly didn't hate as much as we thought we would, and discuss some weird celebrity crushes.
Local band Oweda has been playing music together for less than a year, but you'd never know it based on their talent and stage presence. Band members Tyler, Sam, and Casey join me for this week's episode, leading up to their performance on the opening night of Nightfall on Friday, May 3rd. We chat about all things Chattanooga music, their favorite spots to play, Road to Nightfall, and more... and there may or may not be a heated discussion about a popular rapper.
Thanks so much for listening, y'all! Follow Oweda on Facebook and Instagram, and check them out at Nightfall on Friday, May 3rd, and at Wanderlinger Brewing Co. on Saturday, May 11, with Aaron Carney Band!
They say #ihateher and #shestheworst, but Lynn Tweedie and Melo Russell are two of the most delightful ladies you'll meet in Chattanooga. Lynn owns Neighborhood Barre, located on Tremont Street, and Melo is the fitness director at Kyle House Fitness. We chat about the two different workout methods and styles, and the benefits of having different types of workouts in your fitness routine. Of course there's Enneagram talk, Melo teaches me about macros, and we hear how Lynn handled her Lent challenge.
Thanks so much for listening, y'all! Check out Neighborhood Barre on Instagram @neighborhoodbarrechatt, and KHF @kylehousefitness. Download the NB and KHF apps to see the class schedule and sign up.
Campbell Station (Seth, Elaina, and Campbell) is a three-piece country band out of Nashville, but their sound is unlike any other country band you've heard. They're driven by unique guitar rhythms and instrumentation, powerful female vocals, and lyrics anyone can relate to. They came back to Chattanooga earlier this month for a show at Puckett's, and joined me for an episode before their show. Seth, Elaina, and Campbell talked to me about their beginnings in music, how they met and started playing together, what the Nashville music scene is really like, their new EP, and some fun upcoming shows.
Thanks so much for listening, y'all! Follow Campbell Station on Facebook and Instagram, check out their website, and listen on them on Spotify.
This episode was recorded at Frothy Monkey in Chattanooga, TN.
In this week's episode, I reconnected with my friend D.J. Cherry, after stumbling upon her incredible music videos on Facebook. She tells me all about what got her into music in the beginning, which instruments she started with, her goals for 2019, her inspirations, and more. We also discuss guilty pleasures and our favorite Girl Scout cookies... because of course.
Follow D.J. on Facebook @djcherrymusic for new videos, open-mic appearances, and more updates.
What do you want to know about hemp and CBD? Holly Hackler started using CBD several years ago, and is now passionate about educating people about its uses and benefits. She joins me on the podcast to teach me all the things about hemp and CBD: what it is, where it comes from, what makes it different from the not-so-legal stuff, why it's going to be the future of medicine, and much more.
Thanks so much for listening, y'all! Check out the Scenic City Hemp Co. website to learn more, find new resources, and shop CBD Bio Care products. Follow Holly on Instagram @sceniccityhempco and @cbd.bio.care, too.
Brendan Patrick took one sip of drinking chocolate in California several years ago, and that was all it took. He's now the owner and operator of Belle Chocolates, Chattanooga's first bean-to-bar chocolate company. He joined me to talk about his love of food (and chocolate, of course), what brought him to Chattanooga, his startup process, why white chocolate is the worst, and plenty more.
If you're craving chocolate after listening, you can find Belle Chocolates around town at Bleu Fox Cheese Shop, Four Bridges Outfitters, Locals Only, Common General, and more.
Follow Belle Chocolates on Facebook and Instagram @bellechocolates, and check out the website for product information and more places to find it.
Tara Viland has been around music since she was a teenager. She started as a volunteer at Bonaroo; now she's the venue manager for The Signal, Chattanooga's newest music venue. We chat about what her job entails, the importance of local music, some cool upcoming shows at The Signal, our favorite local organizations, and more.
Stay up to date on what's happening at The Signal on their website, Facebook, and Instagram.
Thanks so much for listening, y'all!
My guest this week is Rebecca Barron, executive chef of St. John's Restaurant and the Meeting Place, and recently nominated as a James Beard Award semifinalist for the Southeast. We cover lots of bases in our conversation—from the food she grew up eating, her first jobs in the food industry, her travels to India and Thailand, where Chattanooga's culinary scene is going next, and much more.
Thanks so much for listening, y'all! Follow Rebecca on Instagram @chefrebeccabarron, check out St. John's on Facebook and Instagram, and find the menus for St. John's and The Meeting Place on the website.
It all started in a catering business with his brother, Ryan. Now Luther Cutchins is making Chattanooga's favorite (and best) granola. In this week's episode, Luther tells the story behind Nokes Granola, and we chat about their most popular blends and what's coming down the pipeline later this year. And of course, we throw some love at our local friends Bleu Fox Cheese Shop, Belle Chocolates, Mayfly Coffee, and the Chattanooga and Collegedale Markets.
Thanks so much for listening, y'all! Follow Nokes on Facebook and Instagram for news, updates, and new flavors.
Kaleena Goldsworthy was an OG Flying Squirrel-er and helped mold their cocktail program. Now she's a small-business owner and is changing the game with her homemade bitters, tinctures, and cocktails. She launched The Bitter Bottle two years ago, secured manufacturing space in 2018, and is ready to start sharing her products with Chattanooga and beyond. In this episode, Kaleena shares her story coming from upstate New York down to Chattanooga to open a bar, how she learned bartending on the job, what inspired her to work with bitters, her love for classic cocktail and apothecary culture, and much more.
Thanks so much for listening, y'all! Follow Kaleena on Instagram @thebittersgirl, and stay up to date on her business at @thebitterbottle.
Chattanooga's local speakeasy London Calling is already a favorite. I sat down with owner James Heeley and principal bartender Mikenzy Smith to chat about the first three months of business and what to expect this spring. Their spring cocktail menu launches March 12, and it's full of flavors inspired by forest, flora, and fauna. I already know which cocktail I'm ordering first.
Thanks so much for listening, y'all! Follow London Calling on Facebook and Instagram @londoncallingbar for more menu and event updates.
This week, I'm joined by Ashley Bottoms, ice cream and pastry chef at the beloved Clumpies Ice Cream Company, right here in Chattanooga. She tells us about her beginnings in the kitchen with her mom and grandmother (and Easy Bake ovens, of course), her time in culinary school in North Carolina, a stint at the historic Biltmore Estate, and some time in Nashville before coming to Chattanooga in 2015. Most importantly, we taste and tease their new spring and St. Patrick's Day flavors, like Lucky Charms, Pina Colada, Irish Coffee, and more. Believe me, y'all are going to LOVE them.
Thanks so much for listening, y'all! Check out Clumpies' website to see their current flavors and order your own pint pack. Like and follow them on Facebook and Instagram, and follow Ashley on Instagram at @aebottoms.
BONUS EPISODE! Remember when Shelly, Mary, and I talked about the McCall's article about 129 ways to get a husband? (If you haven't listened to that episode yet, go listen to it now.) We thought it was time to get a gentleman's perspective, so we invited two dear, trusted friends, George and Matt, to talk about it with us. And y'all, this is a good one. Pour yourself a drink and listen along.
Natalie Mason has her hands in so many different businesses and projects around Chattanooga, like Slay Dance Fit and the London Calling speakeasy. You've probably seen or met her and didn't even realize it.
In this episode, we talk about dance fitness, massage therapy, being a woman in business, supporting local performance art, and of course throw some major love to James and the crew at London Calling.
Thanks so much for listening, y'all! Follow Natalie on Instagram @destination.infinite and @slaydancefit, and check out @LondonCallingBar, too.
If you're interested in auditioning to be a London Calling performer, email Natalie at slaydancefit@gmail.com.
This week, I'm joined by Jeremiah Kinser and Jacob Henley, and they know a thing or three about coffee and its culture. Jeremiah talks about the Chattanooga Coffee Crawl and cupping, Jacob educates me on what nitro coffee is, and we discuss the importance of making coffee more accessible to everyone.
Thanks so much for listening, y'all! Follow Jeremiah on Instagram at @coffeewithkinser and @chattacoffeecrawl, find Jacob at @n7coffeelab, and book your spot on the Chattanooga Coffee Crawl on their website.
If you enjoy listening to the podcast, please subscribe, rate and/or leave a review!
This week, I'm talking food trends of 2019 with two fellow food bloggers and wonderful ladies, Jodi Lawrence of The Fashionable Foodie and Shawanda Mason-Moore of Eat Drink Frolic. We dive into trends we loved, hated, and/or didn't understand from 2018, and look ahead to food and drink trends coming in 2019. Topics include Brussels sprouts, CDB foods and drinks, rainbow and glittery foods, Aperol spritzes, food halls, and more.
Thanks so much for listening, y'all! Follow Shawanda and Jodi on Instagram @eatdrinkfrolic and @the_fashionablefoodie, and let us know which food trends y'all are excited about in 2019.
This week, I'm joined by Matt Busby, director of The Camp House, one of Chattanooga's most loved coffee shops. Matt and his wife moved to Chattanooga in 2010 and have been involved in the coffee and church communities since day one. In this episode, we talk about The Camp House's beginnings, the relationship between church and coffee, a little theology, a new location for The Camp House, what's on our bar carts (or shelves), and more.
Thanks so much for listening, y'all! Follow The Camp House on Facebook and Instagram, and check out their website for menu, events, podcast, and more.
This week, I sit down with Kyle House and Kyle Miller, co-founders of Kyle House Fitness, known to many as The Kyles. We cover a lot of topics, ranging from what makes their HIIPFit classes and gym so unique, all the way up to which celebrities we'd love to have a drink with. The Kyles also share some tips for beginner HIIPFit-ers and talk about the highs and lows of owning a small business.
Thanks so much for listening, y'all! Follow them on Instagram @the_kyles and @kylehousefitness, and head to the KHF website to book a class.
For the first new episode of 2019, I sit down with local artist Aaron Carney. At only 19, he's already lived on three continents and traveled around the U.S. playing music. In this episode, Aaron talks about playing the blues in Memphis (and why he subsequently revolted against the blues), who he looks up to in the Chattanooga music community, how he crafts his own songs, and more. Stay tuned 'til the end to hear one of his latest demo tracks.
Thanks so much for listening, y'all! Give Aaron a follow on Instagram @aaronbcarney, and catch him at Songbirds on Wednesday nights and The FEED Co. brunch on Sundays. Stay tuned for more of his music coming to the Internet soon.
Kicking off the New Year with some listener Q&A! I went live on Instagram to answer some questions from my wonderful listeners, and in case you couldn't tune in, I recorded it. Y'all asked about my favorite foods, the places I've lived, how my cat got her name, what I love most about blogging and podcasting, and more.
Thanks so much for listening, y'all! Don't forget to subscribe so you don't miss an episode. I'm going to do listener Q&As more frequently, so send your questions my way and I'll save 'em for the next one.
We're closing out 2018 the right way—with three craft cocktails cooked up by local mixologist and "lifter of spirits" Brian Lindsay. We feature two locally-made spirits, Lass & Lions vodka and J.W. Kelly bourbon, and talk about building a cocktail program and the importance of supporting local brands.
Try these cocktails at home and drink with us! And help me name the first one.
CHAI SPICE
- 1.5 oz Lass & Lions Desire vodka (or your favorite vanilla vodka)
- 0.5 oz chai simple syrup (2 cups sugar, 1 cup water, 2 chai tea bags)
- 2 oz. cold-brew coffee
- 2 dashes orange Angostura bitters
- Ice
Pour all ingredients into a jar or shaker. Stir gently to combine. Strain into rocks glasses and enjoy.
BIG O MANHATTAN
- 2 oz. J.W. Kelly bourbon (we used Old Milford)
- 0.75 oz Big O ginger liqueur
- 1/8 oz. sweet vermouth
- Ice
Pour all ingredients into a jar or shaker. Stir gently to combine. Strain into rocks glasses and enjoy.
SMOKIN' CUBAN
- 1.5 oz Smokehead scotch
- 0.5 oz chai simple syrup (same as above)
- 2 dashes orange Angostura bitters
- Mexican Coke to top
- Squeeze of lime
Pour all ingredients straight into a rocks glass. Top with Mexican Coke. Stir gently to combine. Drink and enjoy.
Thanks so much for listening, y'all! Follow Lass & Lions on Facebook and Instagram @lassandlions, and check out more in the Quest Brands portfolio on their website.
This week, local musician and composer Ben Van Winkle joins me to talk about his recent work and upcoming projects. He shares stories from the beginnings of his music career as founder of local funk band Masseuse, all the way to his solo work with the Figment Chamber Ensemble and his "Figment of Your Imagination" shows. Listen along to hear more about his inspirations, influences, plans for the future, and information on upcoming shows.
Catch Ben at The Palace Theater on Saturday, Dec. 15, at 7:30pm.
Follow Ben on Facebook for updates, check out some videos on his YouTube channel, and find more information on his website.
This week, I'm joined by Maggie Tate, SaraJane Gates, and William Glass—three wonderful people, all of whom I became friends with via social media when we all moved to Chattanooga from other places. In this episode, we share where we came from, why we ended up in Chattanooga, why Texas (and south Florida) is basically another country, and most importantly, Southern road rage and why Die Hard is a Christmas movie.
Thanks so much for listening, y'all! Find us online here:
Follow William on Twitter and Instagram @williamlglass.
Follow Maggie on Instagram @tatemaggie AND @thecamphouse.
Follow SaraJane on Instagram @legitsarajane AND @sipseechatt.
Follow Kate on Instagram @hellokaterobertson AND @thenoogabelle, and on Twitter at @kate3robertson.
This week, I'm joined by Cody James Harris, a soulful Americana singer-songwriter and Chattanooga native. He's been playing live music for nearly two decades, and has seen and experienced a lot in the Chattanooga music scene. Cody talks about his background and who and what inspires him, and he plays TWO exclusive songs that you'll only hear on the podcast. We finish off with an insightful discussion about Chattanooga's music community and where it's going next.
Thanks so much for listening! Follow Cody on Facebook and Instagram, and check out his website for more information.
Follow Kate on Instagram @hellokaterobertson, and follow the podcast on Facebook and Instagram @thenoogabelle.
Meet Aron Duty: police officer by day, barbecue aficionado and smoking extraordinaire by every other time of day. In this episode, we talk about all things food, barbecue, smoking, grilling, and Aron introduces me to the idea of "underground barbecue" and TBSQ.
Follow @tbsq.co on Instagram to see more mouthwatering barbecue and find out where to try some of Aron's barbecue yourself. Keep an eye out for TBSQ at local events, too!
Thanks for listening, y'all! Follow the podcast on Facebook and Instagram, and subscribe on your favorite listening platform.
Last week, an article from McCall's Magazine, ca. 1958, surfaced on the Internet, all about "129 Ways to Get a Husband" (read it here). My friends and I gave it a read, and naturally, we had a lot of thoughts. So we did a podcast about it (with wine, of course).
In this edition of Pinkies Up, B*tches, we discuss many of the 129 suggested ways to find and get a husband, offer our own insights, and talk about which suggestions are or are not valid today, as they were in 1958.
If you've seen or read this article, find me on Instagram @thenoogabelle and let's talk about it—I want to know what you think!
My guest this week is Jaclyn Humble, a dear friend, millennial homemaker, and host of a podcast of the same name. In this episode, we talk about all things holidays, hostessing, and more, and even share a few of our favorite holiday traditions and easy recipes.
Thanks so much for listening! Follow us online here:
The Millennial Homemakers Podcast: Facebook // Instagram // Listen here
Follow Jaclyn on Instagram @jaclynhumble and @frazierlynnjewelry.
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I love meeting new Chattanoogans, and this week I'm joined by SaraJane Gates, who moved to the Scenic City less than 8 months ago and is already making a huge impact. She talks about her background in startups, event planning and networking, why she and her husband fell in love with Chattanooga, and we throw a ton of love at our favorite local businesses. SaraJane is also the mastermind behind Sip See Chatt, a network of influencers who come together to support local business. The first event is this week, and we're too excited!
Thanks so much for listening! Follow us online here:
SaraJane is @legitsarajane everywhere.
Stay tuned to @SipSeeChatt on Instagram, and follow the parent organization @SipSeeCity for updates on events in your city!
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This week, we meet another new brewery opening soon in Chattanooga: WanderLinger Brewing Company. Co-owners (and brothers) Chris & Mike Dial and assistant brewer Jarrod Szydlowski join me to pour some beers and talk about how they landed in Chattanooga, how they got into the brewing business, and how they see the future of craft beer evolving in Chattanooga. I tasted three beers they'll have on tap when they open next month, and y'all, they were delicious.
Until the grand opening, y'all can find WanderLinger on tap around town at Basecamp Restaurant & Bar, Barley Taproom, Parkway Pourhouse, Brewhaus, FEED Co. Table & Tavern, and Chattanooga Wine & Spirits.
Thanks so much for listening! Follow us online here:
WanderLinger: Facebook // Instagram // Website
Kate: Facebook // Instagram // Blog
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This week, Michael Rice, owner of Mad Priest Coffee Roasters joins me to share his journey from Georgia, to India, to Chattanooga, and talk about the soon-to-be Mad Priest Coffee & Cocktails bar. He teaches me a whole lot about the coffee roasting process, how different flavors are extracted, and gives me a definitive answer about which type of coffee has more caffeine: light roast or dark roast.
Visit Mad Priest Coffee Roasters at 1900 Broad Street, and look for Mad Priest coffee for sale around town. Mad Priest Coffee & Cocktails opens October 31st on Cherry Street.
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Mad Priest Roasters: Facebook // Instagram // Website
Mad Priest Coffee & Cocktails: Facebook // Instagram // Website
Kate: Facebook // Instagram // Blog
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This week I sit down with Craig Mobley, pitmaster and kitchen manager of Edley's BBQ. He joined the Edley's team in 2017 and has loved every minute of it. Craig gives us an inside look at what being a pitmaster is like and what makes working with the Edley's family so special.
Thanks so much for listening! Here's where to follow us online:
Edley's BBQ: Facebook // Instagram // Website
Craig's Instagram: @nooga_pit_master
Kate: Facebook // Instagram // Twitter // Blog
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I chronicled the excitement of my Wine Over Water weekend for all y'all to listen and enjoy! While on the bridge, I chatted with reps from some of the wineries, a couple friends, and even made some new friends. Then on Sunday, it's all about the yoga, brunch and bubbly.
Thanks to everyone who talked with me, and thanks to y'all for listening! If you're already looking forward to Wine Over Water 2019, follow them on Facebook, Instagram and their website to stay up to date on information for next year.
Chattanooga's getting a speakeasy, and we have London native James Heeley to thank for it! This week, James joins me to talk about all things pubs, speakeasies, cocktails, football and Earl Grey tea—and that's just the half of it. Most importantly, James share shis vision for his soon-to-open speakeasy, London Calling, and how he hopes to blend his background with Chattanooga's culture.
Thanks for listening! Here's where to follow us on the Internet:
London Calling: Facebook // Instagram // Website // James on Instagram
Kate: Facebook // Instagram // Twitter // Blog
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What happens when my friends and I go out to eat—or just go out in public? I capture our shenanigans for all y'all to listen and enjoy. Say hello to "Pinkies Up, B*tches," a new bonus series featuring me and my wonderfully weird friends eating and drinking around Chattanooga.
First up, we hit The 405 Bistro, a new Middle Eastern restaurant in downtown Chattanooga. Since my friends are significantly more cultured than I am, they introduce me to shawarma, baba ganouj, and all sorts of other deliciousness. The rest of the conversation? Well... we're "wonderfully weird" for a reason.
Thanks so much for listening! Follow The 405 Bistro on Facebook and Instagram, and visit them at 405 Market Street.
This week, I've got cold-brew coffee connoisseur Justin Carner, aka Nooga Foodie, with me. He talks about what brought him to Chattanooga from the Chicago suburbs, how his family drew him into the food and beverage industry at a young age, and how he's pursuing a childhood dream of operating a coffee business. Most importantly, we talk about the community that a coffee shop can create and his visions for Velvet Robot Cold Brew and the upcoming Lab.
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Velvet Robot Cold Brew: Facebook // Instagram // Website
Nooga Foodie: Facebook // Instagram
Kate: Facebook // Instagram // Twitter // Blog
Nooga Belle: Facebook // Instagram
Don't forget to visit Justin at the Chattanooga Market on Sundays!
Chattanooga's getting another awesome brewery, and this week I sit down with Jake, Nate, Trey and Joe from The Naked River Brewing Company. Jake and Nate tell the story of how NRBC came to life and talk about the types of beer to expect. Joe talks about the food he's bringing to the table alongside the beer. And of course, we throw some love at the ever-growing beer scene and community in Chattanooga and how NRBC will fit in to that.
Thanks so much for listening!
Follow Naked River Brewing Company for updates on official opening date and more: Facebook // Instagram // Website
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If you're local to the Chattanooga area, you know that one of the biggest and best events of the year is coming up—Wine Over Water! Board member (and fellow food blogger) Jodi Lawrence joins me to chat about this year's weekend of WOW festivities, including the "off the bridge" events, the main event, where your money is going, what to expect and more. We also share our best tips for first-time attendees so you can make the most of your time on (and off) the bridge.
Check out the Wine Over Water website for more information and to get your tickets. Learn more about historic preservation in Chattanooga on the Cornerstones, Inc. website.
Follow Wine Over Water on Facebook and Instagram, and don't forget to tag them at the event(s)!
For my 20th episode, I'm all kinds of excited to sit down with Chef Erik and Amanda Niel—restauranteurs, owners and operators of Easy Bistro & Bar, Main Street Meats and the Scenic City Supper Club. They share the origin stories of all three endeavors, and we talk about the importance of seasonality and the "local" phenomenon of the last 10 years.
Thanks so much for listening, y'all! Connect with us online, and don't forget to subscribe!
Easy Bistro: Facebook // Instagram // Website
Main Street Meats: Facebook // Instagram // Website
Scenic City Supper Club: Facebook // Instagram // Website
Erik on Instagram // Amanda on Instagram
Kate: Facebook // Instagram // Twitter // Blog
The Nooga Belle: Facebook // Instagram
My guest this week is Jesse Watlington, certified cheese professional and owner of the Bleu Fox Cheese Shop. He tells us how he landed in the world of specialty cheese and what led him to open his specialty cheese shop on Main Street in Chattanooga. We talk about the business of cheese, how he and his colleagues source their products, our favorite pairings, and football... because it's September in Tennessee, after all.
Thanks so much for listening! Learn more and follow us here:
Bleu Fox: Facebook // Instagram // Website
Kate: Facebook // Instagram // Twitter // Blog
The Nooga Belle: Facebook // Instagram
This week, I'm joined by Felipe Oliveira, striker for the Chattanooga Football Club. He talks about his beginnings playing futsal and soccer in his hometown in Brazil, how he first came to the Scenic City and why he decided to become a full-time Chattanoogan this summer. He shares what makes Chattanooga so special and why the 2018 CFC squad will be remembered as one of the best.
Thanks so much for listening! Connect with us on social:
Felipe: Instagram // Twitter
Chattanooga FC: Facebook // Instagram // Twitter // Website
Kate: Facebook // Instagram // Twitter // Blog
The Nooga Belle: Facebook // Instagram
This episode was recorded at Cadence Coffee Co. - thanks for letting us hang out and record!
This week, I'm joined by Sarah Obenauer, founder and director of Make a Mark, a nonprofit that brings creatives and humanitarian organizations together to solve problems in their communities. Sarah tells us how she and her husband ended up in Chattanooga two years ago, and shares Make a Mark's origin story in Blacksburg, Va. We also bond over a shared love of brunch, mint juleps and Kroger.
I also introduce Sarah to the Southern specialty that is Cheerwine Punch. If you want to make it at home, it's a 1-to-1-to-1 ratio of Cheerwine, ginger ale and pineapple juice.
Thanks so much for listening, y'all! Here's where to follow us on social:
Make a Mark: Facebook // Instagram // Twitter // Website
Kate: Facebook // Instagram // Twitter // Blog
The Nooga Belle: Facebook // Instagram
On this week's episode, I'm joined by singer/songwriter and fellow podcaster Heatherly, who's recently returned from a six-city tour and is about to release her new album, Behind That Beautiful Guard. Heatherly shares how she got her start with music, delves into the process of producing her first full-length album and shares stories from her recent tour across the south and midwest. She also tells us about how she ended up running a kickball league in her spare time.
Heatherly's album Behind That Beautiful Guard comes out August 26th. Look for it on Apple Music, Spotify, or wherever you get your music.
Thanks so much for listening, y'all! Connect with us on social:
Heatherly: Facebook // Instagram // Website
Open Mic Spotlight: Facebook // Website
Kate: Facebook // Instagram // Blog
The Nooga Belle: Facebook // Instagram
This time, I sit down with Christine "Crunk" Nguyen, the lady behind Mama Crunk's Pies bakery, based here in Chattanooga. She tells us about her background in culinary school and the restaurant industry, how she ended up with a pie-baking business, her favorite flavor combos and more. She even dishes on her first store front location, the Common General, coming later this year! And most importantly, she teaches me what pho is—and I'll be trying it ASAP.
Thanks so much for listening, y'all! Let's get social:
Follow Mama Crunk's Pies on Facebook and Instagram @mamacrunkspies. Be sure to follow Common General on Facebook and Instagram, too, for updates on opening and events.
Follow Kate on Instagram @hellokaterobertson. The Nooga Belle is also on Facebook and Instagram. Check out Kate's blog, A Thought and a Half, too!
It's (almost) one of my favorite weeks of the year — Chattanooga Restaurant Week (July 9-15)! My friend Shawanda of Eat Drink Frolic has joined me again to discuss this year's Restaurant Week lineup and why we're so excited for Restaurant Week. We also talk about why Chattanooga Restaurant Week is a big deal and why you shouldn't miss it.
Thanks a bunch to Chattanooga Magazine for putting on Restaurant Week each year and giving us a reason to eat out. Y'all can check out the full lineup of participating restaurants here, and get a sneak peek at some of the special menus. Restaurant Week runs July 9-15, 2018.
Don't forget to follow Shawanda on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @eatdrinkfrolic.
Follow Kate on Instagram @hellokaterobertson and @thenoogabelle, and check out her blog, A Thought and a Half!
On this episode, local bartender and self-proclaimed "alcohol enthusiast" Toby Darling, aka The Gypsy Tippler, joins me to talk about all things craft cocktails, bartending and beverages. He tells us about his history in the food & beverage industry, in Chattanooga and beyond. He shares some of his best wisdom from bartending, why he loves what he does, and gives us some insight into DIY infusions and bitters.
Thanks so much for listening! Now let's get social:
Follow Toby's adventures on Instagram @thedarlinglife and @thegypsytippler. Be sure to check out his website for recipes, travel stories, events and more.
Follow Kate on Instagram @hellokaterobertson and Twitter @kate3robertson. The podcast is on Facebook and Instagram @thenoogalbelle, too!
In this episode, my dear friend Shelly Ayers—who y'all met in episode 02—is back with me and talking about all things baking! She's been working on some really sweet stuff since her last appearance on the show, including Simply Southern Confections cake-baking business and a cookbook.
Shelly peppers in some of her best baking tips and tricks, shares some of her favorite treats to bake, and explains why cakes are such special gifts for friends and family. And lastly, she tells us about the wildest thing she's ever created... and it was as crazy as it sounds.
Thanks so much for listening, y'all! Now let's get social:
Check out Simply Southern Confections on Facebook and Instagram. Stay tuned for the website launch later this summer! Follow Shelly on Instagram at @shellybelle9.
Follow Kate on Twitter @kate3robertson and Instagram @hellokaterobertson. The Nooga Belle is on Facebook and Instagram @thenoogabelle. Lastly, check out Kate's blog, A Thought and a Half.
In this episode, I'm joined by Tim Hinck: classically-trained musician, composer and wine enthusiast.
Tim takes us on his journey with music, from his very first piano teacher, to his graduate degree in The Netherlands and back to Chattanooga. He also tells us how his passion for wine led him to starting the Chattanooga Tasting Club and sharing his passion and knowledge with those around him. It's all in the name of making wine more approachable and opening up to new tastes.
And of course, Tim pours a couple of his favorite sips: a smooth Vermouth and a crisp Italian white wine. Check out pictures of these on Instagram @thenoogabelle!
Thanks so much for listening! Now let's get social:
Follow Tim on Facebook and Instagram @timhinck for updates on his concerts and events. Check out the Chattanooga Tasting Club on Facebook and Instagram @chatastingclub for more information on upcoming tastings, dinners and special events.
Check out Kate's blog A Thought and a Half, and follow her on Instagram @hellokaterobertson.
I'm back at Chattanooga Brewing Company and joined by Tom Halsall, Chattanooga Football Club goalkeeper and fan favorite, better known as Tommy Salsa to many.
Tom takes us back to his childhood playing football in England, through his college career and all the way up to his CFC days. He gives us a real honest glimpse at what it's like to be a goalkeeper and throws some serious love at the Chattahooligans.
As usual, the Chattahooligans bring their A-games with some fan-submitted questions for Tommy Salsa. And anything goes: from penalty shootouts to World Cup predictions and karaoke songs.
We've also got a special giveaway to a lucky listener! Stay tuned to The Nooga Belle on Facebook and Instagram for more info on that.
Thanks so much for listening! Now let's get social:
Follow Chattanooga Football Club on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram for match updates and information, and to get to know the players. Check the website for the season schedule and tickets.
Give Tommy Salsa a follow on Twitter and Instagram and show him some love there!
And lastly, follow Kate on Twitter and Instagram, and give the podcast a follow on Instagram.
Double digits, y'all! For the 10th episode, my good friend William Glass is back, and he brought along his friend, local comedian Donnie Marsh. Donnie fills us in on the fast-growing comedy scene in Chattanooga, including all the regular shows AND gives us an inside scoop on the Lookout Comedy Festival, coming in October!
In between all the comedy talk (and plenty of laughs), we talk about reaching out to people on LinkedIn, the best burger in Chattanooga, and I educate Donnie about the different varieties of barbecue.
And most importantly, Donnie shares the best pieces of advice he's gotten throughout his comedy career, that could really be applied to any career in any industry.
Thanks so much for listening, y'all! Now let's get social:
Like/follow Comedy 423 on Facebook to stay up to date on all things comedy in Chattanooga. Follow Lookout Comedy Festival on Facebook, too, and hit up their website for more information and updates.
Follow Donnie on Instagram @donniethemarsh, and check out Chatt Talk Tonight on Facebook and Instagram @chatttalk.
Follow William on Twitter and Instagram: @williamlglass on both!
And lastly, follow Kate on Instagram @hellokaterobertson and Twitter @kate3robertson. Check out her blog A Thought and a Half, and don't forget to follow the podcast on Facebook and Instagram @thenoogabelle!
On this episode of the podcast, I’m joined by local food blogger and social media specialist Jodi Lawrence. By day, Jodi creates beautiful content for a well-known local brand. By night and weekend, she’s crafting up equally beautiful eats, outfits and travel inspiration for her blog, The Fashionable Foodie. We chat about blogging, staying loyal to your passion but also knowing when to pivot (insert FRIENDS joke here), our favorite eating spots in Chattanooga, pasta and a festival you will only find in Tennessee.
Thanks so much for listening! Now let’s get social:
Follow Jodi on Instagram @the_fashionablefoodie. Don’t forget to check out her blog, too!
Follow Kate on Instagram @hellokaterobertson and Twitter @kate3robertson. Check out her blog A Thought and a Half, and give the podcast a follow on Instagram @thenoogabelle!
Welcome back to The Nooga Belle Podcast, y'all! In episode 8, I'm joined by Shawanda Mason-Moore of the Eat Drink Frolic food and lifestyle blog and co-founder of The Chattery, a local non-profit geared toward fun, accessible and affordable adult education.
In our conversation, Shawanda and I discover that our blogging journeys are quite similar—creative outlets that evolved into passion projects. We also discover that we actually met two years ago and had completely forgotten until this episode. #ThatsSoChattanooga. Most importantly, we talk about making life easy and fun, the value of accessible and affordable adult education, keeping your intention, and just living your best life.
And of course, there's lots of food talk. Shawanda even divulges how to judge a food competition when you don't like the subject, and tells us her favorite food to write about.
Thanks so much for listening! Now let's get social:
Follow Eat Drink Frolic on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. Stay up to date on The Chattery's happenings on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram, and check out their class schedule on the website.
Follow Kate on Instagram and Twitter, and check out her blog. You can follow The Nooga Belle Podcast on Instagram now, too!
It’s lucky episode 07 and y’all, it’s a good one. I’m joined by Chattanooga music sensation Nick Lutsko—a.k.a., the guy with the puppet band. Nick takes us through his career, from day one in middle school to his latest single “Grinning Like a Barracuda.” We also discuss the Chattanooga music scene’s bright future, and Nick gives us the inside scoop on his upcoming album, Swords. Oh, and of course we talk about puppets.
Thanks for listening to The Nooga Belle Podcast! Now let’s get social:
Follow Nick everywhere on social media: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube. He’s also on iTunes, Spotify, Amazon and pretty much anywhere you listen to music. Be sure to check out his collection of songs for SuperDeluxe, too!
Follow Kate on Instagram @hellokaterobertson and Twitter @kate3robertson. Check out her blog at www.athoughtandahalf.com. You can now follow The Nooga Belle Podcast on Instagram @thenoogabelle, too!
In this week’s episode, I’m joined by my lovely friend Desirae, who happens to be an Instagram star. We chat about her beginnings in blogging and fashion design, how the blog evolved into her Instagram and the inspiration behind her dreamy, vintage, Old Hollywood aesthetic. We also discuss the struggle that comes with being an Instagram star—it’s not just pretty pictures and thousands of likes all the time!
Thanks for listening to The Nooga Belle Podcast! If you’d like to leave a review, that’d be peachy.
Let’s get social:
Follow Desirae on Instagram @desirae.danielle. Check out her blog Tennessee Rose, too!
Follow Kate on Twitter @kate3robertson and Instagram @hellokaterobertson. Check out her blog A Thought and a Half. You can now follow The Nooga Belle Podcast on Instagram @thenoogabelle, too!
Five whole episodes, y’all! This time, I’m joined by the lovely Amy Warren, general manager of Frothy Monkey, an all-in-one coffee shop, restaurant and wine bar on the Southside. If you’ve never had the joy of drinking or dining at a Frothy Monkey, you will want to go to one ASAP after listening to this.
Amy and I chat about all of the exciting changes and new features coming to Frothy Monkey in 2018—including the most underrated Happy Hour deals in Chattanooga—as well as feeling old around young people, the importance of empathy and Southern hospitality, and why did people actually listen to Hanson in the 90s?
Thanks so much for listening to The Nooga Belle podcast! If you’d like to rate and leave a review, that’d be peachy.
Let’s get social:
Give Frothy Monkey’s Southside location a follow on Instagram @frothymonkeycha. You can follow Frothy Monkey main on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter @frothymonkey.
Follow Kate on Twitter @kate3robertson and Instagram @hellokaterobertson. Check out her blog at www.athoughtandahalf.com. You can now follow The Nooga Belle Podcast on Instagram @thenoogabelle, too!
This week, I’m joined by Jaclyn Humble, founder and designer behind the Frazier Lynn jewelry brand and co-host of The Millennial Homemakers podcast.
We cover a lot of topics in this episode—from our local farmer’s market to handmade jewelry and everything in between. Jaclyn tells the story behind how Frazier Lynn Jewelry came to be and all the meanings behind its name and branding. I ask her about two hot topics from The Millennial Homemakers podcast and learn a lot about how to build a capsule wardrobe. Jaclyn also teaches me a secret to making a really solid Arnold Palmer…perfect advice coming from a girl from Augusta, Ga.!
And of course, we throw plenty of love to some of our favorite spots and businesses in Chattanooga!
Thanks so much for listening to The Nooga Belle podcast! If you’d like to rate and leave a review, that’d be peachy.
Let’s get social:
Check out Frazier Lynn jewelry on Instagram @frazierlynnjewelry and online at www.frazierlynn.com.
Listen to The Millennial Homemakers podcast on iTunes and follow along @themillennialhomemakers on Instagram. Check out their Pinterest board, too!
And of course give Jaclyn a follow on Instagram at @jaclynhumble!
Follow Kate on Twitter @kate3robertson and Instagram @hellokaterobertson. Check out her blog at www.athoughtandahalf.com, too.
You can now follow The Nooga Belle Podcast on Instagram: @thenoogabelle.
Here we are, lucky number three! Thanks for coming back, y’all.
For this episode, I’m joined by David Perez, fast-as-lightning midfielder for the Chattanooga Football Club and fan favorite. David regales us with stories of his childhood in Chicago and Dalton, Ga., his college soccer career at Lee University and some highlights from his time with CFC. And of course we talk about what makes life in Chattanooga so great, from soccer to the food scene.
We’ve also got a super special awesome GIVEAWAY for y’all - but you’ve gotta listen to hear what it is! You can also check out A Thought and a Half on Facebook for details.
Thanks so much for listening to The Nooga Belle podcast! If you’d like to rate and leave a review, that’d be peachy.
Now let’s get social:
Follow David on Twitter @dpOneThree and Instagram @dperez11.
For news, updates, highlights and more, follow Chattanooga Football Club across social media at @ChattanoogaFC and check out their website https://www.chattanoogafc.com/.
Follow Kate on Twitter @kate3robertson and Instagram @hellokaterobertson. Check out her blog at http://athoughtandahalf.com, too.
This time, I’m joined by my friend Shelly, a Scenic City native and true classy Southern lady.
In our conversation, Shelly tells us about growing up and witnessing some of the changes and transformations that have made Chattanooga into what it is today. We also discuss the art of Southern hospitality and letter-writing and share some of our best pieces of Southern wisdom.
No conversation with Shelly is complete without talk of the Chattanooga Football Club and the Chattahooligans. Ever wondered what those crazy Chattahooligans all about? Shelly and I are happy to tell you! Lastly, we talk about CISV, an organization and cause near and dear to Shelly’s heart.
Thanks so much for listening to The Nooga Belle podcast! If you’d like to rate and leave a review, that’d be peachy.
You can follow Shelly on Twitter @shellyayers82 and Instagram @shellybelle9. If you’re interested in CISV Chattanooga, check out their Facebook page for more information and updates.
Follow Kate on Twitter @kate3robertson and Instagram @hellokaterobertson. Check out her blog at http://athoughtandahalf.com, too.
Welcome to The Nooga Belle Show, a podcast all about stories of the South, straight from the sources. I believe that everyone has a story to tell, and this is the place to tell it.
In the inaugural episode, I’m joined by my good friend William Glass. He and his wife moved to Chattanooga, Tenn., in the spring of 2017 after visiting only once and falling in love with its mountains, seasons and delicious food. We exchange stories about the different places in the South we’ve called home and how those shaped our journeys thus far. William also indulges us the many ups and downs of owning a small business and imparts some of his best wisdom.
Thanks so much for listening to The Nooga Belle Show! If you’d like to rate and leave a review, that’d be peachy.
Follow Kate on Twitter @kate3robertson and Instagram @hellokaterobertson. Check out her blog at http://athoughtandahalf.com, too.
Follow William on Twitter and Instagram @williamlglass.
This episode was produced by Tanner Morrison.