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Episode 24 - Ken Trox - Founder & Artist of Trox Designs  

In this episode of The Realtor Who Wines (iced coffee edition—because sawdust and wine don’t mix), Rashelle Newmyer sits down in Newberg, Oregon, with designer and artist Ken Trox to explore his creative journey from corporate design to custom craftsmanship.

Ken’s career began in graphic design and branding for Fortune 500 companies, but his true passion came to life when he traded pixels for products. What started with a Glowforge in his garage and a few night markets has grown into a global business—selling cribbage boards, custom lights, and even viral “snot box covers” on Etsy.

With humor and honesty, Ken shares the highs and lows of small business ownership (“it’s like being in a love-hate relationship”), his playful approach to experimenting with stains and materials, and the joy of creating things you can actually hold. He delves into sustainability, upcycling, and finding ways to transform waste into opportunities, all while keeping design at the heart of everything he does.

They also talk holiday shopping, why September is the best time to order custom gifts, how shipping delays can throw a wrench into last-minute plans, and why shopping local makes a real difference. Ken invites listeners to the Art Harvest Studio Tour in October, where his workshop (alongside 40 others between Newberg and McMinnville) will open to the public for a behind-the-scenes look at the creative process. He also shares insights into pop-up markets, how face-to-face feedback has shaped his products, and what it takes to balance production time with community events.

For those ready to support small businesses this holiday season, you can find Ken’s work on Etsy, at TroxDesign.com, and through his social media channels. Whether you’re local or across the country, his one-of-a-kind pieces bring together artistry, functionality, and a little East Coast grit.

Pour yourself a cup of coffee (or a glass of wine), and enjoy this lively conversation about creativity, resilience, and the beauty of handmade.

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Episode 23 - Emily Yensen - Director of Marketing & Sales  -  Balsall Creek Vineyards

In this episode of The Realtor Who Wines,  Rashelle Newmyer is recording from the stunning Balsall Creek Vineyards Tasting Room, where family vision meets Oregon heritage in every glass. Rashelle sits down with Emily Jensen, former realtor turned Director of Marketing & Sales, to hear how her family transformed a dream into a 35-acre vineyard and gorgeous tasting room overlooking wine country.

Emily shares how her father’s early retirement sparked the leap, how she leveraged her real estate expertise to navigate the purchase of agricultural land, and what the family learned through farming, harvesting, and winemaking. From the surprises of sparkling wine production (hint: it requires a whole different process and partner team) to partnerships with Northwest Wine and renowned winemaker Laurent Montilla, their story is both inspiring and real.

We delve into Balsall Creek Vineyards' diverse wines, such as their crisp Aligoté, bold Gamay Noir rosé, still Pinot Meunier, and three tiers of Pinot Noir, including the heritage “1850” bottling that honors their Oregon Trail roots. Beyond the glass, Emily explains why wine tasting doesn’t have to feel intimidating; it’s about relaxing, enjoying, and learning what you like, not passing a test.

Balsall Creek Vineyards also stands out for its deep commitment to sustainability: a LIVE-certified, Salmon-Safe, bee-friendly vineyard with plans for sheep and goats to manicure the property, owl and bird programs for natural pest control, and over 150 feet of solar panels powering not just the winery but the grid, complete with EV charging stations for guests.

The episode wraps with Emily’s advice for anyone dreaming of starting a business: be bold, ask questions, seek guidance, and don’t be afraid of mistakes. Her reminder? Honesty, openness, and leveraging others’ expertise are the true markers of great ownership.

Whether you’re curious about wine country living, interested in sustainability, or just want to sip something delicious while hearing a family’s bold journey, this episode will leave you raising your glass.

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Episode 22 - Jordan Hill - CEO and Team Leader of Hilltop Nation

In this episode of The Realtor Who Wines, Rashelle Newmyer shares a glass of Willamette Valley Pinot Noir with Salem’s own Jordan Hill, CEO and Team Leader of Hilltop Property Group. Jordan opens up about her journey from retail manager to real estate leader, balancing life as a wife, mom, and coach while building a thriving team with her husband.

Jordan talks about the realities of starting out in real estate, the discipline it takes, the surprises that no one warns you about, and how she built a team culture that thrives on coaching, collaboration, and connection. She shares her lead-gen playbook, from cold-calling expired listings and circle prospecting to building authentic relationships that bring in referrals.

But Jordan’s impact goes beyond her own business. She coaches agents across brokerages, hosts networking and business events in Salem, including the Modern Business Workshop for entrepreneurs, and embraces her role as a connector in the community. Her passion for collaboration shines through as she shares why she believes there’s enough business for everyone, and why building each other up always wins.

We also dive into Jordan’s two podcasts: Dirt to Sky Business, where she interviews everyone from house cleaners and physical therapists to franchisors and even country music singers (new episodes drop every Monday on Spotify and YouTube), and The Real Cut Podcast, a lifestyle show she co-hosts with her best friend Oli, a barber. Both platforms give her space to showcase other entrepreneurs, share stories, and have fun while growing her network.

As Jordan looks ahead, her goals include helping her team hit new production milestones, continuing to coach and mentor, and maintaining a work-life balance that leaves room for camping trips, river days, and family adventures.

This episode is full of laughs, insights, and inspiration for anyone in real estate or any entrepreneur looking to grow a business while staying true to themselves.

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Episode 21 - Dorice Horenstein - Positive Intelligence Expert | Motivational Keynote Speaker

In this motivating episode of The Realtor Who Wines Podcast, Rashelle Newmyer sits down with keynote speaker, coach, and author Dorice Horenstein for a conversation that blends wisdom, humor, and heart.

Dorice shares how her journey from education to the global stage taught her that leadership and personal development principles apply far beyond business; they can transform your home life, relationships, and your sense of self. From speaking at industries as varied as real estate and orthodontics to coaching entire families through life transitions, Dorice brings practical insight with a contagious passion for helping people “choose to be their own champion.”

Rashelle and Dorice talk about:

• How choosing joy can shift everything!
• Why seeing yourself and others as champions changes the way we treat each other. 
• A behind-the-scenes look and stories from Dorice's new book, Choose to Be Your Own Champion: The Six-Step Playbook to Become Your Best Self
• The importance of stepping into discomfort to unlock your best self

Whether you’re a business leader, a busy parent, or just someone craving more joy and purpose, this episode will leave you with a fresh perspective, actionable tools, and maybe even a smile that’s orthodontist-convention-worthy. Grab a glass and join them for a great conversation. 

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Episode 20 - Chef Sugar - Founder of Sugarland Bakery

In this deliciously inspiring episode of The Realtor Who Whines, Rashelle Newmyer sits down over a glass of Hawkins Cellars wine with Chef Sugar, the creative force behind Sugar Land in Oregon. From surviving Hodgkin’s lymphoma to graduating from culinary school and building a thriving custom dessert business, Chef Sugar shares her journey of resilience, creativity, and flavor innovation.

They cover everything from bourbon caramel and sweet potato pie to savory-sweet cheesecakes and daring flavor mashups like chocolate cake with electric filling, caramel, and toffee, or a Waldorf cheesecake infused with garlic and pear. Chef Sugar explains her fully custom process from flavor brainstorming to design and how she balances artistry with business strategy.

Listeners will pick up valuable entrepreneurial lessons: knowing when to say “no” to a client, charging what you’re worth, keeping overhead low, supporting other local businesses, and never sacrificing quality (even when ingredient prices spike). She talks about working out of a sterile kitchen, collaborating with other chefs, using edible flowers, and even creating vegan, gluten-free versions of classically dairy-heavy desserts like tiramisu.

From managing large-scale orders with a two-calendar system, to taking time off without a storefront, to growing her business 40% through networking, Chef Sugar proves that success is as much about relationships and strategy as it is about skill. She also teases her upcoming dessert membership program designed for small businesses and event planners, and shares how locals and out-of-state customers can order from her.

If you’re hungry for inspiration (and maybe a little cake), this episode serves up decadent layers of business wisdom, mouthwatering stories, and genuine connection.

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Episode 19 - Rylen Windholz - Jr. Entrepreneur & Founder of Out of This World Creations

In today’s extra special episode, Rashelle Newmyer is joined by the love of her life, her daughter Rylen!  We’re toasting with sparkling cider (kid wine, as she calls it), and sitting down for a heartfelt, funny, and wise conversation about business, kindness, big dreams, and what it’s like growing up alongside a busy, passionate mom.  

Rylen may be nine (almost ten!), but this kid is wise beyond her years. From launching her own business (Out of This World Creations) to learning how to negotiate deals, take custom orders, and even hire her first employee, she’s already making moves in the entrepreneurial world. But beyond the bracelets and bead magnets, Rylen has learned how to make people feel seen, valued, and heard, whether it’s a customer at a craft market, a friend who’s feeling nervous, or a lonely senior in need of a hug.  

Rylen speaks from the heart, shares wisdom far beyond her years, and reminds us that whether you’re nine or ninety, you can be generous, brave, and wildly creative. If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to raise a mini mogul or want to encourage your own kids to dream big, this episode is for you.

Get ready to laugh, learn, and maybe even tear up a little. Cheers to empowering the next generation! 

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Episode 18 - Jessica Levin - Safety Educator:  Empowering & Educating in Self-Protection

In this episode of The Realtor Who Wines, host Rashelle Newmyer meets Jessica Levin, a safety educator from Damsel in Defense, over a glass at Domaine Serene in Dayton, Oregon. What starts as a chat about realtor safety quickly opens into something much bigger.  

Jessica shares powerful, sometimes chilling, real-life stories from college students nearly lured from retail stores to a teen being targeted by a woman in a Target bathroom. They break down how predators use distraction, manipulation, and even other women to lower our guard, and why simply teaching “stranger danger” isn’t enough. Instead, Jessica offers practical tools for parents, such as teaching kids to trust that “funny feeling,” using books and board games about tricky situations, and creating an open-door rule, no secrets, and no fear of getting in trouble for speaking up.

Then, bravely, Jessica opens up about her own past: being drugged and sexually assaulted over 40 years ago, and how she carried guilt, shame, and silence for decades until the women she taught ended up empowering her to find her voice again. She shares the moment she finally filed a police report and how that act, even decades later, became another step in her healing process.

It’s an unfiltered, often emotional conversation touching on parenting, college safety, domestic abuse, victim blaming, and why no story is too old or too small to matter. Whether you’re a parent wanting to keep your child safer, a realtor meeting strangers, or someone healing from past trauma, this episode is about real stories, practical tools, and remembering you have every right to protect yourself physically, emotionally, and legally.

Pour a glass and listen in, you’ll walk away braver, wiser, and reminded that it’s never too late to speak your truth.  

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Episode 17 - Katie Kearn -Owner of Portland Event and Design & co-owner of Portland Catering Company

In this episode of The Realtor Who Wines, Rashelle Newmyer visits the stunning Chateau de Harpe in West Linn, Oregon. This venue evokes a European estate, making it an ideal setting for weddings and special events.  Rashelle is sipping Jackson Vineyard Rosé from Sherwood Hills Winery while having an honest, laughter-filled conversation with Portland, Oregon event powerhouse Katie Kern. 

Katie is the prime example of someone who wears many hats: owner of Portland Event and Design, co-owner of Portland Catering Company, venue manager at Chateau de Harpe and Bella Vita 360, volunteer, coach, and busy mom. Katie shares her journey from being a teenage catering lead at just sixteen to becoming the business owner and entrepreneur she is today. 

Katie shares how she built a career that isn’t just about beautiful weddings and Instagram-worthy details, but about people: the brides, grooms, vendors, and even the parents who sometimes need gentle reminders about what really matters.  Rashelle and Katie laugh about salsa stains on wedding dresses, pasta bars that save budgets (and outfits), and why social media perfection rarely matches real life.

Together, they open up about the unseen side of entrepreneurship: the countless hours, the quiet problem-solving, and the behind-the-scenes hustle that no one sees but everyone benefits from. Katie explains why being a planner is part logistics expert, part therapist, and why real success comes from listening first and always being willing to learn.

The conversation drifts from the elegance of Chateau de Harpe to the newly launched Sherwood Little League for girls softball. Katie talks about rolling up her sleeves, literally getting muddy, and discovering how hard it is to keep a field game-ready in Oregon weather. They reflect on the parents who give feedback without offering help, and the deep satisfaction of seeing girls play, laugh, and grow because someone decided to step up and volunteer.

Between sips and laughter, Rashelle and Katie discuss motherhood and what it means to show up fully: setting the phone down, being intentional with family time, and remembering that presence matters more than perfection. They share the moments of being underestimated, especially as women in leadership, and why sometimes the best answer is a smile paired with a firm, “Actually, no, thank you.”

By the end, it’s clear this conversation isn’t just about weddings or business, it’s about community, courage, and finding joy in messy, real life. It’s about how two five-foot-two moms coach basketball, run companies, and still make time for rosé-fueled honesty.  So pour yourself something good, settle in, and join Rashelle and Katie for an episode that’s funny, heartfelt, and refreshingly real.  

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Episode 16 - Master John Lacey - Owner MUSA Martial Arts - Chief Instructor Taekwondo & Hapkido

In this episode, Rashelle Newmyer leaves the office and lockboxes behind to step onto the mats at Musa, a Sherwood martial arts school that’s so much more than just kicks and belts. Over coffee and laughter, Master John Lacey shares his remarkable journey from Olympic dreams cut short by a devastating accident to building a dojo that now shapes the hearts and minds of an entire community.

Highlights from our conversation:

• Leaping: How Master Lacey and his wife went from teaching in a cramped space to negotiating a lease on a new, bigger dojo by having honest conversations, taking strategic risks, and believing in the dream, even if it meant maxing out a credit card.
•  Community at the core: Musa isn’t just about martial arts, it’s about building character, respect, gratitude, and resilience in kids and adults. Students learn teamwork, patience, and how to choose peace over conflict —lessons that extend beyond the mats.
•  Programs for everyone: Family classes, Brazilian jiu jitsu, hapkido, after-school programs with tutoring and daily martial arts classes, summer camps that partner with local favorites like Langer’s Fun Center and Hungry Hero, parents’ night out events, and even pop-up women’s self-defense classes.
•  Why parents really sign up: It isn’t just to see their kid break a board, it’s to watch them become kinder, braver, and more respectful. As Master Lacey says, "There's not a shortage of taekwondo… what families want is character."
• Full-circle moments: From a once-angry student becoming their #1 instructor, to a 60-year-old earning his black belt and later officiating Master Lacey’s wedding, the stories prove how martial arts can truly transform lives.
• Vision for the future: Expanding Musa’s reach, building systems to serve even more families, and keeping alive the art of character education, especially as school programs fade.

Master Lacey’s story is raw, funny, deeply moving, and proof that when you combine passion with community support, you don’t just build a business, you build a family. 

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Episode 15 -  Becky Potter  - Owner & Winemaker of Meraviglioso Winery & Vineyard 

In this bubbly new episode of The Realtor Who Wines Podcast, Rashelle Newmyer visits the charming tasting room at Meraviglioso Winery & Vineyard, where effortless elegance meets entrepreneurial grit. Nestled right on the border of Dundee and Newberg, this picturesque estate is home to not only stunning wines but also a vibrant, creative spirit.

Becky Potter, co-founder, winemaker, and self-proclaimed lover of “all things Italian,” shares the story behind the name Meraviglioso, her transition from entrepreneur to winemaker, and how her farm girl roots help her navigate the unpredictable magic of Oregon wine country.

You’ll hear about:

• The inspiration behind their award-winning bubbles
• Why Pinot Noir is the princess of grapes
• What it’s really like owning a winery (hint: it's not all sipping rosé in the sun)
• How Meraviglioso is cultivating community with art, live music, flower fields, and wine club perks
• And yes… they talk about corks vs. screw caps

If you love all things wine, Oregon wine, small business stories, and a good laugh over a glass of bubbles, this episode is for you. Pour a glass and tune in, cheers!

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