Beste Area Code Podcasts (2024)

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In Batavia, Flags Are Symbols of Belonging 49:23

3h ago49:23

49:23

As we continue to explore the significance of flags in the Batavia community, we talk about the origins and impact of the Batavia Community flag, and the Unity Pride flag, relatively new symbols in the town. Featured on this episode: Flag expert Marty Callahan, chair of the Batavia flag design contest committee High school student Rachel Agro, desi…

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The Flag Day Monument: A Local Tribute to an Evolving Symbol 38:54

14d ago38:54

38:54

The day this episode is released, June 14th, is Flag Day, and it's the first Flag Day to be observed at Batavia's brand new Flag Day Monument. Meanwhile, across the lawn of the Pegbond Center, a few other flags are flying. What is it about flags that instills such reverence in those whose community they represent?And what role do flags play in this…

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BEI: Why Investment in Community is Good Business 41:22

28d ago41:22

41:22

When Austin Dempsey had the opportunity to step into a long-term leadership role in the family business, he took it. But in the face of a global pandemic, he recognized how investing in Batavia's community would pay off for everyone in the long run. On this episode of Area Code: Batavia, a conversation with the CEO of BEI Commercial Real Estate abo…

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Help 'Area: Code Batavia' Get Even Better 0:55

1M ago0:55

0:55

Help us make the Area Code: Batavia Podcast the best it can be. Fill out this short survey and help us improve the show and its contribution to Batavia. Your answers are completely anonymous. No question is required. Feel free not to answer any question you would prefer not to answer. Take the Survey ---- A new episode of Area Code: Batavia will ar…

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The Boardwalk Shops: Nurturing Dreams and Building Community 55:21

1M ago55:21

55:21

Every year, an entirely new group of entrepreneurs set up shop on the corner of Wilson and River street, with their hearts set of finding a home and community in Batavia. On this episode of Area Code: Batavia, we talk to all the boardwalk shop owners about their hopes for their time in Batavia, what led them here, and what it means to be part of th…

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A First-Time Visit to Mountain Mission School 11:35

1M ago11:35

11:35

Monica Hoel and Ivy Sheppard made a road trip to Grundy, Virginia for a first-time visit to Mountain Mission School.Von WEHC

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Foltos Tonsorial Parlor: From Barber to Bridge Builder 48:57

2M ago48:57

48:57

Craig Foltos grew up in Batavia, cleaning his Dad's barber shop. He has almost never ventured outside of the town where he was raised (once he stayed overnight in Warrenville). But when his dad died, Craig had to come to terms with his fate, as a barber, as a Batavian, and as a consistent presence in a constantly changing town. On this episode of A…

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LIVE with Sturdy Shelter Brewing: "Cheers to Community" 56:14

2M ago56:14

56:14

A "blind date" between two beer aficionados. A day spent praying and fasting. A wedding invitation with a familiar passage. A pre-designed logo featuring a familiar building. These are just some of the serendipitous moments that lead to Sturdy Shelter Brewing, and that made the founding of the brewery in Batavia, IL seem almost fated. On this episo…

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Student Art Exhibition 9:12

2M ago9:12

9:12

Ivy S. Sheppard speaks with art majors Jasmine Wiles, Janey Nye, and Rachel Alatorre about their current student exhibition and their work as art students. This aired on WEHC on April 11, 2024.Von WEHC

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Jenny Kimmel with Sow Permaculture 10:28

3M ago10:28

10:28

Monica Hoel speaks with Jenny Kimmel about Sow Permaculture and the beginning of planting season. This aired on WEHC on February 1, 2024.Von WEHC

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Emory & Henry Admitted Students Day 8:06

3M ago8:06

8:06

Caitlin Barker speaks to Traci Harrison, Director of Admissions, about Admitted Students Day on the Emory Campus. This aired on WEHC on March 21, 2024.Von WEHC

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Emory & Henry's Women & Gender Studies House Opening 6:54

3M ago6:54

6:54

Caitlin Barker speaks to Amy Sorensen about the new section of Emory & Henry's Damer House that is opening for the Women & Gender Studies Department. This aired on WEHC on March 14, 2024.Von WEHC

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Bocaditos: Empanadas, Empathy, and Resistance 36:08

3M ago36:08

36:08

When Juliana Cancelo's mom, Sylvia Sanchez had a dream of Batavians craving empanadas, Juliana was skeptical. But it took a change of perspective to realize that her mom's dream could also be an act of empathy and resistance. On this episode of Area Code: Batavia, a conversation Juliana Cancelo, one-half of the Bocaditos founding duo, about the cou…

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Beardsgaard Barbers: Cutting Through the Norms 36:12

3M ago36:12

36:12

When Tyler and Natalie Anderson set out to start their own barbershop in Batavia, they knew they wanted to make it their own. On this episode of Area Code: Batavia, a conversation with the co-owners of Beardsgaard Barbers about why they chose Batavia to host their vision, and why they're so passionate about creating a barbershop as a place to belon…

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Hearth & Hammer: Coming Home & Making It Your Own 34:42

4M ago34:42

34:42

Building on a successful candle-business, Ariane Scholl wanted to create a space that was welcoming, people-oriented, and comfortable. And with her new location, she found a place perfectly situated to accomodate anyone. On this episode of Area Code: Batavia, I talked to Ariane (who also goes by Annie) about the tensions between creating a space th…

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Fernando's: Always Moving, Always Home 35:35

4M ago35:35

35:35

Fernando Martinez is everywhere. He spends most of his time running his business all over town. But how does one feel a sense of belonging when they're always moving from place to place? On this episode of Area Code: Batavia, I talk to Fernando Martinez about the tension between tradition and progress, and how that tension applies to Mexican food, …

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The Henderson 14:47

4M ago14:47

14:47

Caitlin Barker speaks with Catherine Shrinker, the executive director of the Wayne C. Henderson School of Appalachian Arts in Marion, Virginia. This aired on WEHC on January 25, 2024.Von WEHC

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Rise Bakeshop 7:10

4M ago7:10

7:10

Caitlin Barker visits Rise Bakeshop in Abingdon, Virginia, to speak with the owners of the new shop located in the Abingdon Commons, Kylie and Devon Allen. This aired on WEHC on February 1, 2024.Von WEHC

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Beatrix Ost & Michelle Gagliano present "I Could Have Been A Tree Instead" 11:41

4M ago11:41

11:41

Caitlin Barker speaks with multifaceted artists Beatrix Ost and Michelle Gagliano about their collaborative art exhibition, "I Could Have Been A Tree Instead." The exhibition is displayed through a partnership between Emory & Henry College and the William King Museum of Arts in Abingdon, Virginia. This aired on WEHC on February 8, 2024.…

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Emory & Henry College Theatre Department presents Mary Poppins 11:09

4M ago11:09

11:09

Caitlin Barker speaks with Dr. Kelley Bremner, Theatre Professor and Department Chair at Emory & Henry College, about the department's production of Mary Poppins. This aired on WEHC on February 15, 2024.Von WEHC

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Day Sponsorship: Celebration of Greg Vannoy's life 2-17-24 0:34

4M ago0:34

0:34

This day sponsorship is in celebration of the life of Greg Vannoy, which aired on WEHC Emory and WISE-FM Wise, Saturday, February 17, 2024. Looking for a sweet way to support this great little radio station? Day Sponsorship is one of the best. For a donation of just $100 (or more) you can commemorate a special event or person with a personalized me…

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Limestone Coffee & Tea: A Story of Two Friends 38:55

5M ago38:55

38:55

Joy and Leah had a dream of running a thriving community space. When the chance to turn their aspirations into reality presented itself, Leah and Joy jumped at the opportunity. On this episode of Area Code: Batavia, a conversation with the co-owners of Limestone Coffee and Tea about how their friendship began, their experience in Batavia, and the r…

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VAB 2023 Best Commercial, Shearer Car Donation 1:28

5M ago1:28

1:28

VAB 2023 Best Commercial, Shearer Car DonationVon WEHC

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Welcome to "Area Code: Batavia" 3:36

5M ago3:36

3:36

Coming this February, a podcast about what it means to belong in Batavia, IL.Von Area Code Audio

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Nourishment: Art for the Soul & Sustenance (Lisa York) 9:33

5M ago9:33

9:33

Lisa York Nourishment: Art for the Soul & Sustenance Jan. 8, 2024 to Feb. 3, 2024 Artalk: Jan. 22, 2024 at 7:30 p.m. Emory & Henry College, Emory, Virginia https://www.ehc.edu/mca/mca-art-gallery/current-exhibition/Von WEHC

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Fall Musical Scenes and Opera workshop 3:44

8M ago3:44

3:44

Alex Withers covers the event.Von WEHC

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Overcoming the Rural Urban Divide 4:12

8M ago4:12

4:12

Leigh Anne Hunter speaks with Anthony Flaccavento about his talk concerning "Overcoming the Rural Urban Divide".Von WEHC

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Senior Day at E&H 3:28

8M ago3:28

3:28

Ivy Sheppard talks about senior day at E&HVon WEHC

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Veterans Day Celebration in Abingdon 9:58

8M ago9:58

9:58

Leigh Anne Hunter speaks with Col. John L. Bradley, III about the Veterans Day Celebration taking place at the Veterans Memorial Park in Abingdon, November 11, 2023.Von WEHC

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Old Turtle and the Broken Truth 8:13

8M ago8:13

8:13

Caitlin Barker speaks with Dr. Sarah Crockarell about "Old Turtle and the Broken Truth".Von WEHC

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Part of the Human Heart 7:26

8M ago7:26

7:26

Caitlin Barker speaks with Natalie Chaffer about the choral concert, "Part of the Human Heart".Von WEHC

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Register to Vote 2:05

8M ago2:05

2:05

Brandon Cox talks with Dr. Teresa Keller about voter registration.Von WEHC

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People Incorporated-Sweetbriar II 2:52

9M ago2:52

2:52

Ivy Sheppard speaks with Rachel Fogg about Sweetbriar-Phase II, affordable workforce housing in Abingdon, VA.Von WEHC

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E&H and Barter Theaters partnership 6:39

9M ago6:39

6:39

Caitlin Barker attends a celebration of the continued partnership between E&H Theater Department and the Barter Theater. This aired on WEHC on October 12, 2023.Von WEHC

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Bear Necessiteas & Coffee in Emory, VA 3:38

9M ago3:38

3:38

Alex Withers speaks with Autumn Vaughan about Bear Necessiteas & Coffee opening in Emory, VA. This aired on WEHC on October 5, 2023.Von WEHC

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SWVA Bowl-E&H Wasps and UVA Wise 4:03

9M ago4:03

4:03

Leigh Anne Hunter and Matthew Spencer speak about the SWVA Bowl, a football game played by E&H and UVA Wise. This aired on WEHC on October 5, 2023.Von WEHC

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Election 2023-Washington County Commonwealth Attorney Candidate-Josh Cumbo 5:31

9M ago5:31

5:31

Washington County Commonwealth Attorney Candidate-Josh Cumbo, League of Women Voters forum (September 28, 2023)Von WEHC

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Election 2023-Washington County Treasurer Candidate-Fred Parker 5:28

9M ago5:28

5:28

Comments from Washington County Treasurer Candidate Fred Parker, at the League of Women Voters forum. 2023Von WEHC

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Election 2023-Washington County Clerk of Court Candidate-Greg Mullins 6:16

9M ago6:16

6:16

Washington County Clerk of Court Candidate-Greg Mullins, League of Women Voters forum (September 28, 2023)Von WEHC

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Election 2023-Washington County Commissioner of the Revenue Candidates 34:29

9M ago34:29

34:29

Washington County Commissioner of the Revenue Candidates, League of Women Voters (September 28, 2023)Von WEHC

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Election 2023-Washington County Sheriff Candidate-Rex Carter 6:14

9M ago6:14

6:14

Washington County Sheriff Candidate-Rex Carter, League of Women Voters forum (September 28. 2023)Von WEHC

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Patrice Foster, Director of "All the Natalie Portmans", Emory & Henry Theater 5:05

9M ago5:05

5:05

Caitlin Barkers speaks with Professor Patrice Fosters about the play, "All the Natalie Portmans", at the McGlothlin Center for the Arts. This aired on WEHC on September 28, 2023.Von WEHC

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A Call to Arms and the Overmountain Victory 10:48

9M ago10:48

10:48

Leigh Anne Hunter speaks covers topics about the Overmountain Victory at the Battle of Kings Mountain. She speaks with teachers at the annual event for area 4th grade students, A Call to Arms, held at the Abingdon Muster Grounds. She also talks to John Gullion and David Doan about public events, the historic significance of the Battle of Kings Moun…

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John Lee, painter and teacher at William and Mary 14:08

9M ago14:08

14:08

Caitlin Barker speaks with artist John Lee who has a exhibition at the McGlothlin Center for the Arts. This aired on WEHC on September 21, 2023.Von WEHC

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49 Winchester, Gary Gibson at Bristol Rhythm and Roots Reunion 3:41

10M ago3:41

3:41

Leigh Anne Hunter speaks with Gary Gibson, father of Isaac Gibson of 49 Winchester, at Bristol Rhythm & Roots Reunion. This was recorded on September 8, 2023 aired on WEHC on September 14, 2023.Von WEHC

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Overmountain Men-Aspenvale and Broady Cemeteries 6:57

10M ago6:57

6:57

Leigh Anne Hunter speaks with John Gullion about events honoring General William Campbell and John Broady, held in conjunction with the commemoration of the Overmountain Victory at the Battle of Kings Mountain, 1780. This aired on WEHC on September 14, 2023.Von WEHC

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Lori Vrba, artist in gallery of McGlothlin Center for the Arts 21:13

10M ago21:13

21:13

Caitlin Barker speaks with Lori Vrba, a self taught photo based artist about her gallery exhibit at the McGlothlin Center for the Arts. This aired on WEHC on August 31, 2023.Von WEHC

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Phil Blevins-Washington County, VA Extension Agent 6:14

10M ago6:14

6:14

Caitlin Barker speaks with Phil Blevins, an Extension Agent in Washington County, VA. They discuss the launch of "Farm Talk", a new show coming to WEHC. This aired on WEHC on August 31, 2023.Von WEHC