Jack Nichols is an Our Town native. Jack has lived in Our Town his entire life except for his 4 years at East Carolina University where he majored in finance. After college he worked in banking - managing money for individuals and institutions. Jack is now President of HEROES, Inc. He and Andy discuss how important the organization’s work is to the families of fallen officers in Our Town. They also discuss the need to raise awareness of the good work it does, while keeping the families out of the public eye especially after having lost a loved one in such a violent manner. Jack recognizes the incredible support from the Our Town community – both individual and corporate. It has been significant, but continued support through HEROES.org is needed to make sure that their mission of providing those families of our unsung heroes “Whatever they want and they need”. The entire transcript for this podcast can be found on our website here: https://ourtowndc.com/jack-nichols-president-heroes/ A special thanks to Our Town sponsors GEICO, as well as Attorney Mike Collins, and Tony & Joe's Seafood Restaurant and Nicks Riverside Grill.

Brian Kelly, Editor and Chief Content Office of U.S. News & World Report, got his break in Our Town at Regardie’s Magazine back in the 80s. His work made the magazine a “must read” in Our Town. Bill Regardie had this to say about Kelly – “Hiring Brian was like hiring a young Ben Bradlee He was a "fn" killer. I didn't know that when I hired him. He wanted to come in and make his name." And make his name he did. He is one of the most well-known journalist in Our Town. Andy O and Kelly talk about Kelly’s work and politics in Chicago and Our Town. You’re sure to hear a story or two in this interview you’ve never heard. Enjoy! The entire transcript for this podcast can be found on our website here: https://ourtowndc.com/brian-kelly-editor-us-news/ A special thanks to Our Town sponsors GEICO, as well as Attorney Mike Collins, and Tony & Joe's Seafood Restaurant and Nicks Riverside Grill.

Carol Schwartz, Former DC Councilwoman and Author, visits with Andy Ockershausen and talks about her 40 years in DC politics as well as her new book Quite A Life! After her appointment and then election to the School Board, Carol went to work for the Federal Government for a couple of years. She then realized that her real love was in local government and went back to win a seat on DC City Council. She then ran for Mayor five times. You can read all about her life in her new book where she “tells it like it was. Warts and all.” Listen in to her conversation with Andy to get a preview of what you’ll find in the book. Enjoy! The entire transcript for this podcast can be found on our website here: https://ourtowndc.com/carol-schwartz-councilwoman-author/ A special thanks to Our Town sponsors GEICO, as well as Attorney Mike Collins, and Tony & Joe's and Nick's Riverside Grill.

Joe Hadeed is an entrepreneur with a heart for the community he services. He is a humble empathetic man who has common sense and shows respect for others. Listening to this podcast interview with Andy O you get the feeling he has always had a good sense of who he is. Those qualities have served him well. He has built his company, which he bought from his Dad, into one of the largest carpet and rug cleaning businesses in the country. Speaking of his Dad, you will note a sense of pride in Joe’s voice as he tells Andy about a recent rare honor bestowed upon his Dad by the American Legion. Joe also serves on the Board of ChildHelp.org and has helped over 10 million children through his company’s annual holiday toy drive.The entire transcript for this podcast can be found on our website here: https://ourtowndc.com/joe-hadeed-carpet-rug/ A special thanks to Our Town sponsors GEICO, as well as Attorney Mike Collins, and Tony & Joe's Seafood Restaurant and Nicks Riverside Grill.

DC Chief of Police Peter Newsham talks to Andy about how he came to Our Town, and how he came to work in law enforcement. He believes in getting to know the communities he serves and shares that belief with his police officers. He is grateful to have had served under former Chief of Police Cathy Lanier. He keeps her story in mind when he hears similar stories from female police officers and takes what they very seriously. Chief Newsham and Andy not only talk about law enforcement but exchange a few stories about Our Town celebs. You'll find the Chief with a good sense of humor. The entire transcript for this podcast can be found on our website here: https://ourtowndc.com/peter-newsham-chief-police-dc/ A special thanks to Our Town sponsors GEICO, as well as Attorney Mike Collins, and Tony & Joe's Seafood Restaurant and Nicks Riverside Grill.

Happy Thanksgiving 2017 from Andy and Janice Ockershausen of Our Town with gratitude.The entire transcript for this podcast can be found on our website here: https://ourtowndc.com/thanksgiving-2017/ A special thanks to Our Town sponsor GEICO.

Tony Zeiss was ready to retire and then he received the call to become the Executive Director of the Museum of the Bible. He turned it down but the Green family wouldn't take no for an answer and he agreed. Take a listen to Tony talk to Andy about the state of the art museum about the Bible. From how it found its home in Our Town, its construction, the artifacts and other exhibits, the technology an so on. It will take a person eight days to see it all, and suggests that many will end up making pilgrimages back to the museum overtime to see it all. The museum is scheduled to open to the public on November 18, 2017. The entire transcript for this podcast can be found on our website here: http://ourtowndc.com/doug-duncan-ceo-lgwdc/ A special thanks to Our Town sponsors GEICO, as well as Attorney Mike Collins, and Tony & Joe's Seafood Restaurant and Nicks Riverside Grill.

Our Town DC podcast host Andy Ockershausen wraps up Season 2. He starts with a tribute to Jim Vance and recounts other interviews over the last 20 weeks, including Tommy McFly, Connie Morella, Mark Ein and others.The entire transcript for this podcast can be found on our website here: http://ourtowndc.com/podcast-town-dc-season-2/ A special thanks to Our Town sponsor GEICO.

Tony Cibel started Tony & Joe's Seafood Place 30 year's ago. He and Andy O spend a few minutes talking about the last 30 years. Tony & Joe's has survived a few challenges, such a a major flood, but has proved its staying power in Our Town.The entire transcript for this podcast can be found on our website here: http://ourtowndc.com/tony-cibel-tony-joes-anniversary/ A special thanks to Our Town sponsors GEICO, as well as Tony & Joe's Seafood Restaurant.

Susan Davis is a trailblazer. She changed the male-dominated public relations industry forever when she founded Susan Davis International. She loves Our Town, has always wanted to live here, and would never think of living anywhere else. She recognizes the many opportunities available in Our Town to make big things happen, that she wouldn’t find elsewhere. She loves her international work, and has worked with 12 or more Embassies over the years. She also has great pride in the work she does with National museums and memorials. Her enthusiasm is infectious, and her passion for the work she does makes here successful. Listen in to Susan and Andy discuss the work she loves and how she’s grown her agency into a global public affairs and communications power house. The entire transcript for this podcast can be found on our website here: http://ourtowndc.com/susan-davis-founder-president-sdi/ A special thanks to Our Town sponsors GEICO, as well as Attorney Mike Collins, and Ivy City Smokehouse.