Welcome to The Roanoker Presents From Print to Podcast: The Retirement Series, a spinoff podcast series by our sister publication, RETIRE-VA. Whether you're on the verge of retirement, enthusiastically embracing this phase of life, or helping family and friends through their own retirement planning, 'RETIRE-VA' is tailored for you.

Our next episode focuses on Hospice care, thanks to Good Samaritan Hospice. We sit down with CEO Aaron Housh to discuss only what Good Sam does and how it gives back to our local community, but distinguishing myths and facts about your hospice questions and expectations, the Center for Caring opening on Cove Road (the first of its kind in SWVA!) and much more.

In our pets episode, we’re honored to host Sergeant Kristina Wilhelm from the Roanoke County Police Department, along with her remarkable K9 partner, Ghost. From their adventures in explosives detection to the unique bond they share, we’ll get to know more of the important journey this dynamic duo experiences every day in law enforcement. 

Next, learn more about pet adoption and advocacy with Julie Rickmond, the Marketing and Communications Director of the Roanoke Valley SPCA. We’ll talk about the organization, adoptable animals and how to give back to our furry friends in need.

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Thanks so much to our friends, Sergeant Kristina Wilhelm and her K9 partner, Ghost, as well as Roanoke Valley SPCA Marketing and Communications Director Julie Rickmond, and sweet adoptable dog Taco, for their time and sharing more about the amazing animals in our region. Stay tuned for enlightening conversations and inspiring stories ahead from our May/June issue, featuring the 2024 Best of Roanoke winners as touted in our record-breaking number of votes thanks to YOU!

Don't miss out on a single episode – hit that subscribe button on your preferred audio platforms and YouTube to stay connected and always read more at TheRoanoker.com!

Join us on a spellbinding adventure with this bonus podcast episode, where we sit down with Lee Hunsaker, our March/April 2024 cover star and founder of the beloved (and consistently sold out!) Hoot & Holler Storytelling series. She shares more about the magic of storytelling and the vibrant essence of our community's tales, one true story at a time.

Thanks so much to Lee Hunsaker for her time as we chatted even more about the amazing ways she's empowering our community through the magic of storytelling! You can learn more about Hoot & Holler on their Facebook page.

Don’t forget to hit that subscribe button on your favorite audio platforms and YouTube! Thanks again for listening, and we’ll see you around town!

We’re shining a spotlight on remarkable women making waves in their respective fields. First you’ll meet our March/April cover star Lee Hunsaker, a captivating storyteller whose return to Roanoke sparked the creation of the beloved Hoot and Holler series; then we sit down with DePaul Community Resources CEO Renee Brown, an incredible leader dedicated to fostering hope and belonging for families and individuals across Virginia; and finally, we chat with Angela Pope Dickerson, Chapter President of the Southwest Virginia Chapter of Blacks in Technology, as she explains how she and others are breaking barriers and paving the way for women in tech.

Join us as we delve into their journeys, their impact, and how their stories inspire change and empowerment.

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Thanks so much to our friends, cover star and Hoot and Holler creator Lee Hunsaker, Renee Brown, CEO of DePaul Community Resources, and Angela Pope Dickerson, tech queen, for their time and sharing more about the excellent ways women are leading their industries and making a difference in our community through programs, outreach, mentorships and so much more. Stay tuned for our next episode highlighting even more great stories from our March/April issue! 

Don't miss out on a single episode – hit that subscribe button on your preferred audio platforms and YouTube to stay connected and always read more at ⁠TheRoanoker.com⁠!

In this episode of The Roanoker Presents From Print to Podcast, we’re joined by T-Fox, CEO of Fox City Music/Media and Entertainment Ambassador at Rosie’s Gaming Emporium, as he shares more about his journey from Vegas to Virginia. After that, we’re gearing up for aquatic adventures, vacation dreams and the anticipation of the summer Olympics, thanks to Alice Ann Clark from British Swim School of Roanoke-Lynchburg! And in our final segment, we explore visionary redevelopment with Roanoke native John Garland, whose transformative projects have revitalized historic spaces and strengthened our community bonds.

Sit back, relax and learn more about your region and the amazing people in it. This is The Roanoker Presents From Print to Podcast – sharing 50 years of stories that connect, inspire and embrace the heart of Virginia’s Blue Ridge!

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Thanks so much to our friends, T-Fox, Anne Alice Clark at British Swim School of Roanoke-Lynchburg and John Garland for being on the second episode of our second season of From Print to Podcast.

Stay tuned for our next episode highlighting our March/April issue, where we introduce you to some seriously inspiring women, including Hoot and Holler’s Lee Hunsaker, 20 women over 50 who are redefining the next stage of life, women leading the way in technology and so much more.

Don't miss out on a single episode – hit that subscribe button on your preferred audio platforms and YouTube to stay connected and always read more at TheRoanoker.com!

Learn more about the week-long delicious dining, fantastic price points and the unique aspects setting this year apart from previous iterations. DRI Director of Marketing and Communications Izzy Post shares behind-the-scenes details, the positive impact of Restaurant Week on local businesses and special collaborations and events during the week.

PLUS: They're giving away $1,000 worth of Downtown Roanoke gift cards! Learn how to participate on their website at downtownroanoke.org.

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Thanks so much to our guest Izzy Post, Director of Marketing and Communications at Downtown Roanoke Inc., as we savor so many global flavors in a stellar week of great local dining!

Don’t forget to hit that subscribe button on your favorite audio platforms and YouTube! Thanks again for listening, and we’ll see you around town!

See our videos below or on YouTube!

Our second season already has a fresh bonus episode, thanks to some quality time with Bloom Restaurant and Wine Bar owner and executive chef Nate Sloan. We chat about community collaboration, art on a plate and more about our Roanoke's local dining scene.

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Special thanks to Nate Sloan for his time!

Stay tuned for our next episode and be sure to get our latest issue on newsstands now or read even more at The Roanoker.com. 

Special thanks to: ⁠Jason Long⁠, custom music.

Welcome to The Roanoker Presents From Print to Podcast: The Retirement Series, a spinoff podcast series by our sister publication, RETIRE-VA. This new podcast is perfect for those navigating the labyrinth of retirement living in Virginia's Blue Ridge. We aim to provide insight, guidance and wisdom for individuals at various stages of retirement planning. Whether you're on the verge of retirement, actively embracing this phase of life or considering the prospects, RETIRE-VA is tailored for you.

Our first episode of the new series shares more on Aging in Place, as we discuss the services provided by Nexus Homecare, the distinctions between home care and home health, what aging in place truly means, planning for this phase of life, financial considerations, the benefits it offers and much more.

Welcome back to our second season of The Roanoker Presents From Print to Podcast, as we commemorate our remarkable 50th anniversary in 2024! We introduce you to Nick Guachetá, our Jan/Feb cover star and a celebrated 40 Under 40 winner in the Class of 2024. From his groundbreaking work at TXTUR to his charitable contributions within the community, his work is sure to inspire, along with the rest of our Class of 2024.

After that, we treat your senses to an exclusive conversation with Executive Chef Ted Polfelt. From his journey to the 2024 Culinary Olympics to celebrating the opening of Brood Restaurant and Bar, both featured in our Jan/Feb issue, prepare for a culinary odyssey that aims for gold-medal excellence! Sit back, relax and discover more about the incredible people, small businesses and charming restaurants in our region.

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Thanks so much to our friends, 40 Under 40 cover star Nick Guachetá, and executive chef and Culinary Olympics-bound Ted Polfelt, for spending time with us today to share more about what makes this region so special, from handmade furniture and products to delicious local dining that’s soon to take the global stage.

Join us in our next episode as we celebrate a Vegas-turned-Virginia entertainer who’s secured his very own stamp and more as we delve into our Jan/Feb issue. Plus, stay tuned for our bonus episode with Bloom executive chef and owner Nate Sloan. Don't miss out – hit that subscribe button on your preferred audio platforms and YouTube to stay connected!

Special thanks to: Jason Long, custom music.

Our season finale is all about the food, talking about our 2024 Dining Awards with cover star and multiple award winner Treehouse Tavern, thanks to owners Lee and Scott Markham; then we hang out with Bloom Restaurant and Wine Bar executive chef/owner Nathaniel Sloan to learn more about one of your favorite restaurants and its gorgeous seasonal creations; and finally, we learn how hard our local farmers are working to put food on restaurant tables and your favorite menus, thanks to our friend Alex Stewart of Thornfield Farm. Let’s dive into our delicious dining episode!

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Thanks so much to our friends, Lee and Scott Markham of Treehouse Tavern, executive chef and Bloom Restaurant and Wine Bar owner Nathaniel Sloan, and Alex Stewart of Thornfield Farm for sharing more about the many ways our restaurant industry impacts our region and community through local dining and food opportunities. 

Thank you so much, readers and listeners, for an amazing first season of our podcast! We are thrilled to have shared even more about our magazine, region and the incredible people in it! Much of the information is evergreen, so feel free to revisit our podcast and YouTube channels, hang out over on our social media platforms and always read more at TheRoanoker.com.

Stay tuned for our next episode, the first of 2024, where we showcase our 40 Under 40 Class of 2024, Hidden Gems, Culinary Olympians and more from our Jan/Feb issue, and more. Don’t forget to hit that subscribe button on your favorite audio platforms and YouTube! Thanks again for listening, and we’ll see you around town!

Special thanks to: Jason Long, custom music.