In this episode of "Talk Local to Me," hosts Heather and Mike spotlight upcoming Central Virginia Business Coalition events and welcome guests from The Joint Chiropractic, who discuss the benefits of accessible chiropractic care in Lynchburg. The conversation then shifts to Patrick Henry’s Red Hill,

Media Squatch, 09/03/2025

In this episode of Talk Local to Me, host Heather Alto sits down with Jenny Simmons to talk about the Hill City Memory Cafe, a nonprofit program dedicated to supporting individuals living with dementia, Alzheimer’s, and other cognitive impairments, along with their caregivers. Jenny shares how the c

Media Squatch, 08/27/2025

In this episode of Talk Local to Me, hosts Heather and Mike highlight upcoming Bedford County events and sit down with Jordan from Bedrock Bookkeepers, who offers practical insights into why professional bookkeeping is essential for small businesses. In the second half, Dr. Maddukuri of Forest Welln

Media Squatch, 08/20/2025

In this episode of Talk Local to Me, Heather Alto, Executive Director of the Central Virginia Business Coalition (CVABC), dives into the coalition’s mission to help local businesses thrive through strategic marketing, networking, and valuable resources. She shares details on affordable membership op

Media Squatch, 08/13/2025

In this episode of Talk Local to Me, hosts Heather Alto and Mike turn the spotlight on local businesses, community happenings, and valuable resources for families and seniors across Central Virginia. The conversation touches on back-to-school shopping and the importance of choosing local retailers,

Media Squatch, 08/06/2025

In this episode of Talk Local to Me, hosts Heather and Mike sit down with Rachel from Joyful Harmonies, a local music studio dedicated to early childhood music education. Rachel shares the inspiring story of the studio’s growth, the proven benefits of music in early development, and how Joyful Harmo

Media Squatch, 07/30/2025

In this episode of Talk Local to Me, host Heather Alto shares the latest updates in local business news and upcoming community happenings before introducing special guest Chantel West, owner of The Wick and Pour Candle Bar. Chantel discusses how her eco-conscious candle bar offers engaging, hands-on

Media Squatch, 07/23/2025

In this episode of Talk Local to Me,hosts Heather Alto and Mike share personal stories, discuss local events, and highlight community news. They chat about recent concerts, family activities, and the importance of work-life balance. Special guest Kate Kelly, owner of Lady Legacy of Bedford, discusse

Media Squatch, 07/16/2025

In this lively episode of Talk Local To Me,hosts Heather Alto and Mike welcome Kelly Wood of Media Mosaic to discuss small business marketing and community events. The show features personal stories, including a bear encounter and nostalgic holiday memories, and practical advice on social media mana

Media Squatch, 07/09/2025

In this episode of Talk Local to Me, hosts Heather Alto and Mike dive into local business initiatives, upcoming community events, and smart financial strategies for individuals and entrepreneurs alike. Special guest Keith from Mercer Advisors shares practical advice on integrated financial planning,

Media Squatch, 07/02/2025

In this episode of Talk Local to Me, host Heather Alto brings together a vibrant mix of conversation around business, beauty, and community. Guests Taryn from Milk & Honey Skin Studio and Terry with The Pampered Chef share their experiences as local entrepreneurs, offering insights into the beauty i

Media Squatch, 06/25/2025

In this episode of Talk Local to Me, host Heather Alto shines a spotlight on Lynchburg Restaurant Week with guest Megan Williams from Vista Graphics, highlighting its collaboration with Meals on Wheels. Heather also chats with Malik Stewart of M2 Landscaping and the 434 Hub about his entrepreneurial

Media Squatch, 06/11/2025

In this episode, hosts Heather Alto and Mike delve into the importance of self-care, community involvement, and mental health awareness. They share personal experiences about managing the demands of work, family, and personal well-being, while spotlighting upcoming local events. Guests from Kairos C

Media Squatch, 06/04/2025

In this episode, the hosts engage in a dynamic discussion covering local events, business insights, and community engagement. They highlight the value of conducting mid-year business reviews, focusing on evaluating goals and measuring customer satisfaction. Listeners are also given a preview of upco

Media Squatch, 05/28/2025

Media Squatch, 05/21/2025

In this episode, the hosts and guests dive into local happenings, business networking, and the power of community involvement. Heather kicks things off with an intro, proudly sharing that the show is sponsored by the Central Virginia Business Coalition. Heather Alto spotlights several upcoming coali

Media Squatch, 05/14/2025

In this episode, a bunch of great voices come together to chat about local events, personal experiences, and insights from their work. It kicks off with some announcements—including the “First Annual Fur Baby Fundraiser” and other happenings from the Central Virginia Business Coalition. Mike and Mag

Media Squatch, 05/07/2025

In this episode of "Talk Local to Me," hosts Heather Alto and Mike chat with Skylar Cardenas and Heather Schrader from the Bair Foundation, a therapeutic foster care organization. They dive into what makes foster care so complex, especially for kids dealing with emotional and behavioral challenges.

Media Squatch, 04/30/2025

In the 200th episode of Talk Local to Me, hosts Heather Alto and Mike Norfield look back on how far the podcast has come and what it’s meant for local businesses in Central Virginia. They chat about the show’s journey—from its early days to now having welcomed over 300 guests. This milestone episode

Media Squatch, 04/23/2025

In this episode, the crew chats about why supporting local businesses really matters, how to market smarter (not harder), and why getting involved in your community is such a big deal. Heather Alto from the Central Virginia Business Coalition stops by to share some great takeaways from a recent home

Media Squatch, 04/09/2025

In this episode of Talk Local To Me, the conversation focuses on what's happening around the region, the power of music, and how local organizations are making an impact.With Heather out this week, the show kicks off with a spotlight on the Lynchburg Symphony Orchestra. Ula Kauppi, executive directo

Media Squatch, 04/02/2025

In this episode of Talk Local to Me, host Heather Alto chats with a great lineup of guests about all things local—businesses, community support, and health services. Heather shares the scoop on some upcoming events like a business summit and the Central Virginia Home and Garden Show, and talks about

Media Squatch, 03/26/2025

On this episode of Talk Local To Me, hosts Heather Alto and Mike Norfield from the Central Virginia Business Coalition chat about why community engagement and networking matter for local businesses. They give the scoop on upcoming events like coffee talks and the Lead On Summit, highlighting how col

Media Squatch, 03/19/2025

In this episode of Talk Local to Me, host Mike Norfield, owner and director of Visiting Angels of Lynchburg, dives into the local business scene in Lynchburg, Virginia. He’s joined by Jennifer Adams from Hilton Garden Inn and Homewood Suites, along with Heather from the Central Virginia Business Coa

Media Squatch, 03/12/2025