Queen City Connect Podcast

Join me on this episode of the Queen City Connect podcast as I speak with Lauren Rodgers, the visionary behind Box and Bow - a Charlotte-based business that creates bespoke gift boxes for clients across the country. Our conversation revolves around Lauren's entrepreneurial journey, her inspiration behind Box and Bow, and her aspirations for the business's future.

Listen in to discover the story behind this unique and successful venture.

I'm sitting down again this week with my friend Lauren Palmer to discuss the sensitive topic of navigating grief, trauma, and loss; we knew that we wanted to offer practical, heartfelt advice on supporting loved ones during their darkest times best. In this episode, Lauren and I explore the power of being present, listening to hurting people, and how even the smallest gestures can significantly impact someone's life.

Join us in this meaningful conversation as we strive to understand the complexities of grief and loss and the vital role we can each play in supporting our friends and family during their most challenging moments. Let us learn how to navigate these difficult seasons with grace, empathy, and love.

On this edition of the Queen City Connect podcast, I chat with Lindsay Hart, the owner of Sips and Dips, a popular soda shop in Charlotte, who is also a devoted mother and wife. Our conversation delves into Lindsay's entrepreneurial vision and how she transformed it into reality. Tune in to discover the inspiring story behind Sips and Dips.

On this episode of the Queen City Connect podcast, I talk with my friend, Stetson, known on social media as Socially Stetson! She's a social media strategist who can help with anything social media related. She also runs a podcast of the same name!

On this episode of the Queen City Connect podcast, I talk with Bucleigh Kernodle! Bucleigh is an author in Charlotte, focusing on children's books, such as I Would Love You Even If You Were A Pickle. In this episode, we talk all about her life - and her books, of course!

Today on the Queen City Connect podcast, I'm joined by Lauren Palmer yet again for our third episode together! They talk about social media, focusing on Lauren's origins with the different viral communities and how she's used it over the years.

Today, I am so excited to have my dear friend Madalyn on the Queen City Connect podcast! Madalyn is the wonderful owner of Bentley's Buds and Brews, a super cool mobile flower and tap truck right here in Charlotte. In this episode, we get to know Madalyn better and dive into her past experiences that have led her to become a successful business owner. We chat about her business and what inspired her to start it, so get ready to be inspired!

Connect with Madalyn!

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bentleysbudsflowertruck/

Website: https://bentleysbudsandbrewsflowertruck.com/

My friend, Josephine, better known as the Style Hostess, is joining me on the Queen City Connect podcast today! Aside from running the Style Hostess Instagram, she's also a luxury travel advisor. We talk about her career as the Style Hostess, her history, and her goals with social media.

Connect with Josephine!

The Style Hostess: https://www.instagram.com/thestylehostess

My friends Lauren Fisher and Whitney Ferguson join me on the Queen City Connect podcast today! Lauren and Whitney have preserved through the COVID-19 pandemic with their individual businesses, Little Red Shop and Blis, then joined forces with one another to create one single shop: The Social Shop!

Connect with Lauren and Whitney!

The Social Shop: https://www.instagram.com/thesocialshopclt/

Little Red Shop: https://shopredshop.com/

Blis: https://curatedbyblis.com/

My friend Lauren Palmer returns for this Queen City Connect podcast episode! We get to know her better, then go into a more specific topic: parenting! Lauren and I discuss how to be a good parent while balancing that work-life balance at the same time.