Unlock the secrets to rejuvenation and wellness as we sit down with Amy Lokken from R3 Chattanooga on the Good Neighbor Podcast. Amy, who moved to Chattanooga 15 years ago, reveals her family's passion for the area's rich history and how it inspired her journey towards launching R3 Chattanooga, initially known as Glossier Cryotherapy, in 2017. Learn how Amy's dedication to whole body cryotherapy has helped countless individuals reduce inflammation, alleviate chronic pain, and enha...
Aug 14, 2024•25 min•Transcript available on Metacast What happens when a dedicated social worker discovers her own family's dietary needs lead her to create a beloved local bakery? Leslie Lewis shares her remarkable transition from social work to founding Carving Rock Kitchen, a dedicated gluten-free bakery in Chattanooga. Leslie opens up about the unique challenges of managing gluten cross-contamination and the emotional significance of providing safe, delicious baked goods for those with celiac disease. We also touch on the broader importan...
Aug 09, 2024•30 min•Transcript available on Metacast What does it take to master pest control and run a successful family business? Meet Bradley Templeton from Beaumont Pest Control, who takes us through his fascinating journey from Lafayette, Georgia, to becoming a pivotal part of his family’s pest control enterprise. With an impressive educational background in entomology and integrated pest management, Bradley dives into the nitty-gritty of pest control, discussing everything from general pest control and termite inspections to tackling rodent ...
Aug 09, 2024•16 min•Transcript available on Metacast Ever wondered how to navigate the often murky waters of end-of-life planning and support? You're in for a transformative experience as Alexis Hughes, the founder of Without Fear, joins us to share her compelling journey from the South Georgia swamps to becoming an end-of-life doula in Chattanooga. Alexis opens up about her personal experiences, including the profound impact of her mother's sudden death, and how she draws inspiration from influential figures like Alua Arthur. This episo...
Aug 07, 2024•30 min•Transcript available on Metacast Ever wondered what it takes to be part of a skater-led nonprofit organization? On today's episode of the Good Neighbor Podcast, we promise you'll gain an in-depth understanding of the Chattanooga Roller Derby community, both on and off the rink. Our host, Scott Howell, sits down with four of the many passionate derby players, to explore the league's structure, its dedicated volunteers, the Junior League and the ever-growing support system that keeps this high-energy sport thriving...
Aug 04, 2024•58 min•Transcript available on Metacast Discover how Lindsay Bright, founder of Flawless Aesthetics, turned her nursing career into a thriving business that combines surgical precision and aesthetic artistry. Lindsay's journey from a modest 1,200-square-foot clinic to a striking new 7,000-square-foot location in Chattanooga is a testament to her resilience and dedication. Balancing motherhood with the demands of entrepreneurship, Lindsay opens up about the challenges she faced and the divine guidance that propelled her forward. H...
Jul 26, 2024•28 min•Transcript available on Metacast TONYA DAUGHERTY - Certified Personal Trainer and Group Fitness Instructor Tonya is a Certified Personal Trainer and Group Fitness Instructor through ACE Fitness. She has had several years experience earlier and later in life working in the fitness industry and helping clients to achieve their fitness goals. She currently teaches a variety of group fitness classes at The Flow in Cleveland, TN. Classes range from Stretch/Flexibility, full body movement to Sculpt & Tone, full body strength and ...
Jul 24, 2024•43 min•Transcript available on Metacast Jessica Phillips, owner of Christian Rae Designs, lives in Cleveland, Tennessee, with her husband Scott Phillips & two children, Avalynn (11) and Curtis (9). They also have two dogs, Teddy & Frosty, and two cats 🐈⬛(so far- living in the country can do that to you!) “Momma Cat” & “Mocha” is their names. Jessica went to Tennessee Wesleyan College & graduated in 2011 with an elementary education degree. She taught 3rd grade and then Kindergarten but moved on to working in the mini...
Jul 13, 2024•29 min•Transcript available on Metacast Hometown Chattanooga TN Associates of Science in Biology Bachelor’s of Science in Biology ISSA certified personal trainer I was a dancer growing up. I used to run road races all through my 20s and 30s. I started going to Our House Studios about 6 years ago doing their HIIT classes. I decided to begin weight training and I got my personal training certification in 2021. Over the last few years I have studied exercise science and physiology to determine what are the most effective exercises for mu...
Jul 11, 2024•30 min•Transcript available on Metacast Michelle Davis is a Board Certified Cognitive Specialist and LearningRx Certified Master Brain Trainer, having received over 150 hours of training in this field before becoming Executive Director of LearningRx of Chattanooga in May of 2012, then the primary owner in 2022. She is thoroughly trained in the implementation of multiple brain training programs including LiftOff, targeted to Pre-K students, ThinkRx, ReadRx, MathRx, ComprehendRx, Brain Booster for adults, and BrainSkills, an online trai...
Jul 03, 2024•35 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of the Good Neighbor Podcast, I had the pleasure of interviewing Lindsay Bright, the founder of Flawless Aesthetics, a local business in the Greater Chattanooga area. Lindsey shared her journey of how she got involved in the aesthetics industry, starting from a two-weekend course in Botox fillers to eventually opening her own business. Lindsay emphasized the importance of aesthetics alongside surgery, highlighting the natural approach they take at Flawless Aesthetics. She also di...
Jul 02, 2024•28 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of the Good Neighbor Podcast, host Scott Howell interviews Harley Green, owner of Workergenix. They discuss Harley's move from Northern Virginia to Chattanooga and his current travel lifestyle in Cartagena, Colombia. Harley shares insights into Workergenix, a company that provides virtual executive assistants to help small and medium-sized businesses increase productivity. He talks about his background in software architecture and real estate investing, which led to founding...
Jun 21, 2024•17 min•Transcript available on Metacast The Fitness Pros is a privately owned Personal Training Center located in Cleveland, TN. Dennis and Kayley are a husband and wife team who owned a successful personal training studio in Mobile, AL for the past 11 years. They decided to move to Cleveland, Tn to take Kayley's Professional Mountain Biking career to the next level. With them they bring a wealth of knowledge to the area that they have acquired through traveling the U.S. and working with all types of athletes, seniors, moms, and ...
Jun 16, 2024•29 min•Transcript available on Metacast Movement therapy utilizes physical activities such as... parkour obstacle fitness training speed and agility exercises strength and conditioning tumbling and acrobatics ...as a platform to... develop leadership skills enhance emotional intelligence and strengthen executive functions ...thereby creating a holistic approach to personal development. Location: 3117 Frazier Park Dr, Cleveland, TN 37323 Contact Coach Valley for more information: 804 695 7758 Good Neighbor Podcast Show Media Accounts G...
Jun 15, 2024•17 min•Transcript available on Metacast HOTWORX is a virtually instructed exercise program created for users to experience the many benefits of infrared heat absorption, while completing a 30-minute Isometric workout or 15-minute High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) session. As the infrared heat penetrates your body causing you to sweat, the isometric postures further accelerate detoxification by physically removing the toxins from your organs through muscle contraction. Our patented sauna combines heat, infrared, and exercise– wha...
Jun 14, 2024•25 min•Transcript available on Metacast "We are a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy covering all aspects of the art. Self defense, competition, and physical fitness. You can learn how to effectively defend yourself reduce stress and get exercise while having fun. Head instructor Breck Still is a black belt under multiple time world champion Samuel Braga. He is a black belt in Shotokan Karate under multiple time world champion Adrian Ellis, and a 2x State medalist in wrestling from Bradley High School under Coach Steve Logsdon. He is de...
Jun 13, 2024•29 min•Transcript available on Metacast Bryttany Ditmar - Specialist in Refundable Supplemental Health Insurance at Family Heritage Bryttany Ditmar is a dedicated professional at Family Heritage, where she specializes in refundable supplemental health insurance. Her career is driven by a personal passion for helping families avoid the financial hardships she witnessed her own family endure at a young age. At Family Heritage, Bryttany focuses on providing clients with peace of mind through supplemental health insurance policies that no...
Jun 12, 2024•32 min•Transcript available on Metacast PROFILE Growing up in India, Raj has been on and off Yoga mat most of his life. Exploring new boundaries and experimenting with Asanas is something you will find in his practice. Currently undergoing YTT in Chattanooga, Raj is no stranger to Cleveland. Playful, Friendly & Gentle teacher is known to introduce variations to poses and connect your breath to movements. His yoga practices are often described to have dynamic flows leaning towards strength building and fine tuning postures. Raj is ...
Jun 12, 2024•26 min•Transcript available on Metacast Cleveland IV Hydration is Cleveland, TN. #1 IV hydration and vitamin infusion wellness center. Our team of talented and experienced medical professionals will make you feel at ease while setting you up for your IV hydration session. We will guide you through a pleasant experience that will give your body the best vitamins, minerals, amino acids, electrolytes, anti-nausea medications and anti-inflammatory medications. We care about you Our experienced team set the highest standards in IV hydratio...
Jun 12, 2024•30 min•Transcript available on Metacast Bethany McCoy, MBA (Brief Bio) With over 15 years in the marketing and public relations sector, Bethany McCoy currently serves as the Vice President of Ranger Outdoors, located in Cleveland, Tennessee. Through her role at Ranger Outdoors she represents various brands and businesses in the outdoor gear and sporting world. A graduate of Lee University with a Masters in Business Administration, she is a past president for the Rotary Club of Cleveland, as well as, former Chairwoman for Junior Achiev...
Jun 11, 2024•26 min•Transcript available on Metacast Snap Fitness Hixson is a professional and community-driven fitness center that opened its doors in December 2017, founded by a medically retired police officer and his wife. As a family-owned and operated business, we are dedicated to providing top-notch health and wellness services to our local community. Our founders, saw the need for a fitness center that not only offers state-of-the-art equipment but also that focuses on creating a supportive and inclusive environment. With this vision in mi...
Jun 11, 2024•28 min•Transcript available on Metacast Felicia Jackson - Founder & CEO Felicia Jackson, a resident of Chattanooga, Tennessee, is a wife, mother, entrepreneur,and inventor of the disposable CPR template, CPRWrap. With over 20 years ofexperience in the medical field, she holds an A.A.S. Degree from Chattanooga StateCollege and worked as a Physical Therapist Assistant. After experiencing a traumatic incident with her 2-year-old son firsthand, Felicia had avision of a product that could help save lives. She was certified in BLS CPR b...
Jun 11, 2024•9 min•Transcript available on Metacast Animal Medical Professionals of Ooltewah (AMP) is located just outside of Chattanooga, Tennessee. AMP is the only full-service and AAHA-accredited small animal preventative, medical, surgical and medical boarding facility in Ooltewah. We strive to provide the area’s most advanced pet health care, with a compassionate and relaxing environment for our patients and their families. Our commitment to the belief that “Pets are Family” means the care we give to your pets will be the same as if they wer...
Jun 11, 2024•20 min•Transcript available on Metacast Damon McCook USMC – CPL., Combat Engineer Damon has been training dogs as a hobby since he was 10 years old. In 2013 he joined the Davidson County Rescue Squad with his dog Knox. By 2013 Damon knew that dog training was his passion - so he joined Nashville K9, as the head trainer, while completing his B.S. in Psychology at MTSU. The unique combination of work ethic instilled in him from the marine corps, discipline from leading demolition teams into combat, and a formal education ensures that no...
Jun 11, 2024•11 min•Transcript available on Metacast At The Better Bakery, everything is completely vegan (includes egg-free and dairy-free), gluten-free, soy-free and dye-free. But you would never guess any of this from the incredible taste and texture of our items. At least that is what our customers and their party guests keep telling us! We make our items with healthier alternative ingredients that are largely organic because we believe that tasty does not have to mean a compromise in health, and healthy does not have to mean a compromise in t...
Jun 11, 2024•23 min•Transcript available on Metacast Williams Electrical Services, LLC serves the greater Chattanooga area and is based out of Cleveland, TN. We are a small/family-based company who believes in providing quality workmanship at a fair pricing. Williams Electrical Services, LLC is licensed, insured and performs electrical work in residential, commercial and industrial industries. We specialize in service calls, remodeling, and new construction, including whole-house generator systems. We would love the chance to earn your business. G...
Jun 11, 2024•24 min•Transcript available on Metacast At Happy Healthy Pediatrics, Dr. Litwin who cares for children with an integrative approach by addressing foundational health. Dr. Litwin is committed to supporting Chattanooga families through evidence-based, holistic medical care with a focus on optimizing wellness, balanced family dynamics, and resilience. From comprehensive wellness visits for 0-21 years, prenatal consults, and home visits, Happy Healthy Pediatrics can work with families to address specific concerns to overall health. Good N...
Jun 11, 2024•28 min•Transcript available on Metacast Scenic City Signs Since 2003, Scenic City Signs has been creating beautiful signs for the city we love. Our clients include local mom-and-pop stores like us, all the way up to national brands you see every day. Family owned and operated from day one, our roots are in the Chattanooga and Cleveland area. Jon Meek is the professional generalist in charge. He's a Lee University graduate, a musician, a tinkerer, and, most importantly, a husband and dad. Best, Jon Meek Scenic City Signs 423-894-5...
Jun 11, 2024•21 min•Transcript available on Metacast Shawn Williamson is a very interesting lady. In this interview, she shares with us about her journey into the Funeral Home business. At a very young age, she reluctantly accepted an introduction to the business through a childhood friend's family due to a need through a high school program she was involved in. After falling in love with the opportunity to show caring compassion to families who have experienced the loss of their loved ones, and then graduating high school, decided to continu...
Jun 08, 2024•36 min•Transcript available on Metacast ABOUT NANCY COGAR, ESQ. As a practicing attorney here in Chattanooga, Tennessee and with a practice specifically focused on the areas of Elder Law, Estate and Long Term Care Planning , Trusts and Probate Administration, I am committed to serving the often complex legal needs of our aging population and their families. I also understand first-hand the importance of having reliable resources available addressing my own aging parents’ care and planning needs. The law is complex and always changing....
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