John Bowis is President/Owner of Chevy Chase Acura. Although the dealership name has changed a few times since opening in Bethesda – Chevy Chase in 1939, John Bowis continues the good business sense he learned from his father and grandfather. He is in tune with change in the market and industry, and isn’t afraid of making adjustments to meet demand. One thing about the Bowis dealership that seems to remain consistent from grandfather to father to son is commitment to service. Chevy Chase Acura’s service reputation is gold to the business. John is well informed on the way of future in autonomous cars and is planning to grow his business around the service boom it will bring. You’ll learn a lot about the man, his family and business from listening in. Enjoy! The entire transcript for this podcast can be found on our website here: https://ourtowndc.com/john-bowis-chevy-chase-acura/ A special thanks to Our Town sponsors GEICO, as well as Attorney Mike Collins, and Tony & Joe's Seafood Restaurant and Nicks Riverside Grill.

George Pelecanos has authored 20 books. He is also an Emmy-nominated tv writer, and film and tv producer. His novels are set in and around Washington DC, his hometown. His plots center on the raw side of what happens in the streets. David Simon, creator of the HBO series, The Wire, took note and asked Pelecanos to write for the show. He finished up his work on The Wire 12 years ago, wrote for New Orleans’ Treme and is now writing on The Deuce in New York. Pelecanos loves city life, especially DC’s. He doesn’t mind commuting when writing for a show but ultimately likes sleeping in his own bed. DC Noir is a movie based on 4 of Pelecanos’ short stories. He filmed it in Our Town, and is using it to prop his vision of bringing the film industry to Washington DC. For all his accomplishments, George Pelecanos seems to be a regular guy who has a passion for Our Town and all it has to offer. He says he will always write. That’s what he does. The entire transcript for this podcast can be found on our website here: https://ourtowndc.com/george-pelecanos-author-writer-producer/ A special thanks to Our Town sponsors GEICO, as well as Attorney Mike Collins, and Tony & Joe's Seafood Restaurant and Nicks Riverside Grill.

Nancy Taylor Bubes, super-agent with Washington Fine Properties, came to Our Town looking for work related to her art degree, but as luck would have it the government had a freeze on museums and galleries so to pay the rent she worked at the newly opened Neiman Marcus. She credits that job with her great wardrobe. Nancy believes the real estate business is a relationship business and the harder she works the luckier she gets. Her philosophy has served her well as she is one of the most successful real estate agents in the city. The entire transcript for this podcast can be found on our website here: https://ourtowndc.com/nancy-taylor-bubes-real-estate/ A special thanks to Our Town sponsors GEICO, as well as Attorney Mike Collins, and Tony & Joe's Seafood Restaurant and Nicks Riverside Grill.

Rick Hindin is an entrepreneur. He co-founded Britches of Georgetowne and brought a new clothier and shopping experience to those in Our Town looking for higher end products as well as something new and special. Shortly after Britches was sold, he moved onto Adworks and grew its business hand over fist. Hindin also had a hand in Chicken Out which did so well that its competitor Boston Market moved from its location whenever Chicken Out moved close by. Hindin has gathered some of Britches alum to revive the popular clothier. In addition to Britches of Georgetowne, Britches Bespoke will open in New York to offer custom clothing. Online services will be available as well at some point. In addition to stories about Britches beginnings 50 years ago, you’ll hear about its revival here. The entire transcript for this podcast can be found on our website here: https://ourtowndc.com/rick-hindin-entrepreneur-britches/ A special thanks to Our Town sponsors GEICO, as well as Attorney Mike Collins, and Tony & Joe's Seafood Restaurant and Nicks Riverside Grill.

Herbert Miller is an activist and real estate developer. He is the impetus behind major developments, such as Mazza Gallerie, Georgetown Park, Washington Harbour, Potomac Mills Mall, Market Square, and Gallery Place. Herb knows development, he knows business, and he knows people. He envisions a better world, and acts on it. He made his fortune in real estate. He started out in sales, and moved into development. He has always been an activist. He refers to himself as “all left and civil rights” while in college, has high regards for the civil rights work of Mayor Marion Barry and Eleanor Holmes Norton, and remains an activist today. You need to listen to his stories to hear how he has accomplished the things he has, and understand the thoughts behind his actions. You’ll find it’s not all about the money. The entire transcript for this podcast can be found on our website here: https://ourtowndc.com/herbert-miller-activist-developer/ A special thanks to Our Town sponsors GEICO, as well as Attorney Mike Collins, and Tony & Joe's Seafood Restaurant and Nicks Riverside Grill.

Doreen Gentzler, iconic news anchor and award winning broadcast journalist, moved South from Our Town as a teenager with her family. After college she worked her way back North as a journalist and news anchor. In 1989 she joined Channel 4’s all male news team Vance, Michael, Ryan and Campbell, and has been a steady force ever since. Doreen lets Andy tell the story: the move South with her family, including time at UGA, then to Charleston, Charlotte, Cleveland, Philly and back to Our Town; and, her work at NBC’ News4 Washington. You can hear her listening to Andy, affirming, and filling in where and when necessary. Doreen tells a few stories such as how she successfully broke into the all male news crew at Channel 4, and how she and her husband worked through a long distance marriage between Philly and DC. She also talks about how she met the demands of work and home, and how much she loves her work, and colleagues, at NBC, and how she misses Vance every day. She has the perfect combination of quiet confidence, vulnerability, and humor as she interacts with Andy. This is an easy conversation between two friends, and we are fortunate to have the opportunity to be asked along. Enjoy! The entire transcript for this podcast can be found on our website here: https://ourtowndc.com/doreen-gentzler-news4-anchor-journalist/ A special thanks to Our Town sponsors GEICO, as well as Attorney Mike Collins, and Tony & Joe's Seafood Restaurant and Nicks Riverside Grill.

Shawn Springs is an entrepreneur, innovator and former pro football player. He played collegiate football for THE Ohio State, and pro football for the Seattle Seahawks, Washington Redskins and the New England Patriots. It was while playing for the Seattle Seahawks that Springs became inspired by Paul Allen, co-founder of Microsoft and by the culture of Seattle’s young techy entrepreneurs. After football he ran a small transportation company, and then moved over to the technology space and is the CEO of Windpact, a company that focuses on impact protection. It began with the desire to minimize sports-related head trauma but has evolved into broader application. What is interesting about this interview is learning of Shawn’s own evolution from the football field to business. He is as smart as he is humble as he is delightful. You will enjoy this interview. The entire transcript for this podcast can be found on our website here: https://ourtowndc.com/shawn-springs-entrepreneur/ A special thanks to Our Town sponsors GEICO, as well as Attorney Mike Collins, and Tony & Joe's Seafood Restaurant and Nicks Riverside Grill.

Mark Moseley, NFL MVP Placekicker for the Washington Redskins, is grateful for the incredible opportunities that have led him to where he is today. He has interesting stories to tell about football, family and Five Guys. He came from very humble beginnings in Laneville, Texas. Spent time with his family in Torrington, Wyoming, and then Ecuador. When his father completed his agricultural project in Ecuador the family moved back to Texas where Mark attended school in Livingston. He was recruited by, and played for, Texas A&M, and then Stephen F. Austin State University where he also got married and became a dad for the first time. He was drafted by, and played his rookie year for, the Eagles, then was signed by the Houston Oilers in 1971. He spent two years back in Livingston, Texas after being released by the Oilers. A phone call from legendary Coach George Allen brought him back to the NFL where he played 12 years for the Washington Redskins, and where he earned his MVP designation as a Placekicker. While playing for Washington, in 1979, Mark learned that his sister was brutally raped and murdered. In addition to the pain of losing his sister, he and his family were subjected to almost 40 years of trials and appeals. Mark spent one year with the Cleveland Browns after leaving Washington and then retired. He went into business and never looked back. He is an owner in Five Guys and has made it a family affair, employing his children. He’s sold out of the domestic market and has taken to the road to take Five Guys international. You can say he inherited his business acumen from his dad. His dedication to his family is evident in this interview, as well as his humility. Enjoy! The entire transcript for this podcast can be found on our website here:

https://ourtowndc.com/mark-moseley-nfl-mvp-placekicker/ A special thanks to Our Town sponsors GEICO, as well as Attorney Mike Collins, and Tony & Joe's Seafood Restaurant and Nicks Riverside Grill.

Gordon Peterson, retired journalist and legendary news anchor, credits the Marines and skills he learned during service, with his start in broadcast journalism. He learned how to gather information. He learned that meeting face to face with those people he relied on was important to becoming a successful journalist. Gordon Peterson tells Andy stories about: the impetus behind his infamous character Guy LeGuy; working with Glenn Brenner and the miracle he witnessed before Glenn passed; and, antics with colleagues during his career as a new anchor. Listening to this interview, it is easy to understand Peterson’s success as a news anchor and journalist in Our Town. He is easy going, humorous and shows reverence for what it is to be a good colleague and friend. The entire transcript for this podcast can be found on our website here:

https://ourtowndc.com/gordon-peterson-news-anchor-journalist/ A special thanks to Our Town sponsors GEICO, as well as Attorney Mike Collins, and Tony & Joe's Seafood Restaurant and Nicks Riverside Grill.

Charles Mann is a businessman and former Washington Redskins defensive-end, 70 Greatest honoree and Ring of Fire member. One of his proudest accomplishments is obtaining his Undergraduate and Masters Degrees after leaving NFL 30+ years ago. Andy calls Mann “delighful” in his introduction, and delightful is exactly what this interview is. Mann tells stories about his childhood and family, college years, time spent in the NFL with the Washington Redskins and San Francisco 49ers and life afterward. He is thoughtful and transparent. His stories are heartwarming and heartbreaking. From it all you will learn who Charles Mann was, and has become. His story is full of life lessons and his gift is his ability to share it. The entire transcript for this podcast can be found on our website here:

https://ourtowndc.com/charles-mann-redskins/ A special thanks to Our Town sponsors GEICO, as well as Attorney Mike Collins, and Tony & Joe's Seafood Restaurant and Nicks Riverside Grill.