Forsyth Mags Podcast

Lewis Swicegood and Ashton Burton visit Brooke and Tim to speak about their longstanding family auction business. Listen to find out how the duo deals with operating The Swicegood Group, the ins and outs of auctioneering, estate sales, and consignment sales, and what they’ve learned about themselves and the business along the way.  Find the […]

Today, Dean of the UNCSA School of Dance, Endalyn T. Outlaw, shares her journey from dancing on Broadway to academia, which led to her current role in leading UNCSA’s annual production of The Nutracker at the Tanger Center premiering December 5th. She explains how The Nutcracker impacts performers and audiences, how the show supports student […]

Friend of the podcast, Joy Nelson-Thomas, stops by the studio on the cusp of Lead Girls of NC’s 10-year anniversary in 2026. Brooke asks Joy about watching LEAD participants grow into successful young women taking on the world, how LEAD serves as a safe space for young girls struggling with mental health and conflict, and […]

Today, Ashley Tillery celebrates AlphaLit Triad’s 5th birthday with Brooke and Tim in the studio. Brooke asks Ashley about the logistics of operating AlphaLit, in addition to a few tough lettering lessons she’s learned along the way. Ashley also shares what makes AlphaLit letters and lighting so unique at events of all sizes and how […]

Returning guest Stephen Karagiorgis of Little Richard’s BBQ brings his sister/business partner Victoria Kaliviotis to the studio to update listeners on running their long-standing and locally-loved family business. Stephen and Victoria reminisce on growing up in the restaurant industry, discuss how Little Richard’s BBQ has evolved and continues growing throughout the community, and share how […]

In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Brooke welcomes Karen and Anissa to the studio to discuss how Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Outpatient Imaging saves lives in early detection and monitoring of breast cancer. The trio talks about how breast cancer has impacted each of their lives, myths about mammogram appointments, and various signs […]

This week, Michelle Speas stops by to visit Brooke and Tim on behalf of Family Services Forsyth. Michelle dives into how Family Services assists with early childhood behavioral issues, provides an understanding of child development, and explains how anyone looking to help can get involved with the nonprofit. She also dishes on what drew her to […]

With October being Domestic Violence Awareness Month, Brooke welcomes DeWanna and Elizabeth of Bridges to Hope Family Justice Center of Forsyth County to the studio. Listen to hear the duo clear up common misconceptions about domestic violence, explain why it isn’t so easy for victims to leave, and share the multiple ways Bridges to Hope […]

On today’s episode, Brooke chats with her close friend Debbie Shough, the owner of Etc. Consignment Shoppe. Debbie describes her adoption journey following a mission trip to Africa, what she learned about herself throughout the process, and how her life has changed for the better. She also shares Etc.’s history and evolution, her most memorable […]

Forsyth Woman Magazine celebrates its 20th anniversary this month as Brooke answers a few long-awaited, frequently asked questions about her life as a publisher and the magazine’s inner workings. Brooke tells Tim and listeners all about the upcoming celebration. including how the party will benefit LEAD Girls of NC, and how to purchase tickets to join […]