Hitting the Streets Podcast

Talk Horror to Me!!

Kim and I are back on the mic and in this one, we’re warming up with a little horror brainstorming, chatting about what spooky, twisted, or true crime topics to cover next.

Tune in, and drop your suggestions in my Spotify comments, or leave them right here below 👇

Can’t wait to dive into this series with you all this month!

Today on Hitting the Streets Podcast, I’m joined by the lovely Marissa Rusnow. Can’t wait for you to hear her story! 🎙️

Marissa is a dedicated Survivorship Coach who found her calling after a transformative three-year battle with cancer. During her recovery, she identified a significant gap in support and resources for survivors navigating life after treatment. Driven to bridge this gap, Marissa now empowers fellow survivors to reclaim their lives with confidence and purpose. Certified as both a life coach and therapeutic arts coach, she provides guidance on reclaiming your voice, power, and inner peace. Therapeutic Collage Art is incorporated as a powerful tool for healing, expression, and self-discovery. Marissa’s mission is to ensure that no survivor feels alone on their journey to thriving beyond cancer.

Please subscribe to her YouTube channel.

https://www.youtube.com/@MzRealDealSurvivorshipcoach

Welcome to another episode of Hitting the Streets Podcast! Today, I had the chance to sit down with Natasha Morgan, who I was connected to through Susan Hamilton. Natasha was originally supposed to join us during our grief episodes, but our schedules didn’t line up, until now. Please tune in to hear her heartfelt story about her husband and her own grief journey.

Natasha is not only a powerful storyteller but also a filmmaker, and her daughter is a writer, creativity clearly runs in the family!

Please visit her website. You won’t want to miss this conversation.

Natasha's Website: https://www.lunaluzproductions.com/

Today on the show, I’m honored to welcome Len Leatherwood to the mic! A Bonham native who’s spent the last 33 years in California making waves in the literary world. Len is a two-time Pushcart Prize nominee, an award-winning author, and a nationally recognized writing teacher whose work has been featured in numerous literary magazines and anthologies. She’s also the voice behind a widely read blog at lenleatherwood.com, where she shares reflections on writing, family, and everyday life. In addition to her literary accomplishments, Len is a licensed professional counselor, offering a unique blend of storytelling and therapeutic insight, beautifully woven together in her debut novel, Hope in a Time of Dying, which recently won the 2025 American Fiction Award for LGBTQ+ Fiction.

Today, I'm diving into her journey, discussing the inspiration behind her book, and previewing her upcoming event at Austin College.

Welcome to another episode of Hitting the Streets Podcast!
Today, I’m thrilled to sit down with Sandy Barber, Director of the Creative Arts Center in Bonham, TX. Sandy is one of the most passionate leaders in our art community, and her dedication to the arts is truly inspiring.

With a wealth of knowledge in nonprofits and community building, Sandy shares insights on leadership, collaboration, and creating spaces where creativity thrives. I absolutely admire her collaborative mindset and the work she’s doing to strengthen the arts in our region.

🎧 Tune in to hear her story and learn how she’s making a lasting impact in the art world!

Follow their Facebook page for more informaton!

https://www.facebook.com/boncreativeartscenter

The Short Game with Frank & Pam Sanza

Today I’m joined by two incredible guests, Frank and Pam Sanza. Frank is the writer and director of The Short Game, a heartfelt, feel-good family film hitting theaters nationwide on August 29th. Here’s the best part: it was filmed right here in Sherman, with scenes shot at Sherman High School!

This award-winning film has already taken home six Best Picture awards at festivals across the country. It tells the inspiring story of a high school golfer chasing a scholarship with the help of his younger autistic brother—whose extraordinary gift for reading the greens and wind could change everything.

A huge thank you to Frank and Pam for joining me on the show. You won’t want to miss this uplifting conversation about filmmaking, family, and following your dreams.

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https://www.facebook.com/shortgamemovie

Welcome to another episode of Hitting the Streets Podcast! Today on the show I have Sandy Rehkopf, President of the Sherman Chamber of Commerce, joining me on the mic! Sandy's unwavering dedication to our community and her leadership truly stand out. I am deeply grateful for the opportunity to sit down and engage in such an inspiring conversation with her.

Follow Sherman Chamber of Commerce on Facebook to stay updated:

https://www.facebook.com/ShermanChamberOfCommerce

Welcome to another episode of Hitting The Streets Podcast!

Today, I’m sitting down with the incredibly talented artist and community leader, Matt Bardwell. Matt shares his journey—from finding his artistic voice to becoming a driving force in our local art scene.

🎧 You don’t want to miss this one! Tune in, get inspired, and hear how Matt is making his mark.

Welcome to another episode of Hitting the Streets Podcast!
It’s your girl, Chele Wells , your Rollin' MC — back on the mic! Today, I’m catching you up on all the things happening in my world, from the hub to the mic and everything in between.

Welcome to part four and the final episode of our Exploring Grief series.

In this powerful closing chapter, I’ve invited back a few of our previous guests for a heartfelt roundtable discussion. Together, we reflect on the insights, struggles, and healing journeys shared throughout the series.

This is a conversation about growth, grace, and what it really means to move forward while honoring your grief.

👉 Tune in, you don’t want to miss this one.

Big thanks to Whitney Tilley, Susan Hamilton and Olivia Myles for being on the show!