Marietta Stories | Crazy Cool Stories From The Community Builders Of Marietta, Georgia

Part 2 of Amy and John sitting down with Gary Leake! Great continuation of Marietta stories! 

Amy and John sat down with Gary Leake, owner of Johnnie MacCracken's Celtic Firehouse Pub, located on the Marietta Square! Gary remiminsced about the history of Marietta, as well as how he got started in the bar business! Fascinating stories to listen to and this is only Part 1!! 

Amy and John sit down with newly retired Marietta Chief of Police, Marty Ferrell and Marietta Police Public Information Officer, Chuck McPhilamy. They discuss the police deparmtment's culture, need for more officers and their favorite events on the Marietta Square. They discuss all the great opportunities the department has for their officers. 

Amy and John sat down with Brent Rittersdorf, Realtor and Motivational Speaker. He discusses his time in the Marietta Business Association, his cohosting N.O.W. and his newest journey, 10 for 10! It's an awesome and uplifting, but thought provoking episode! Enjoy! 

Amy and John sat down with Matt from Marietta Melt Yard in this interview. Matt discussed his families Marietta history, his background in music in a band and how he makes Food Fun at his restaurant, Marietta Melt Yard on Whitlock Ave! Give it a listen and enjoy! 

Amy and John sat down with Shikera Cook in this episode. Shak, as she is loving known in the community, spoke about a lot of history from where she grew up in Marietta, Mentoring for Leadership program and Girls, Inc. This is a fantastic interview with a wonderful community leader! 

Amy and John sit down with Mentoring for Leadership founder and Dream Weaver, Beverly McAfee and Executive Director, Kristen Thompson. They discuss how this wonderful program got started, what they do and what their needs are. This is an excellent and informative interview, worth the listen! 

Amy and John talk with Stephanie Coston in this episode. You may know her face, but we get to know her and everything she is involved with on the Marietta Square! Very interesting!! 

In this episode, Amy and John sit down with Beth Graham. She talks about what it was like growing up in Marietta, teaching in Marietta and some differences between when she was growing up and now. It's a great get to know you episode! Enjoy!! 

Thomas shares a bit about his pharmacy in Marietta, Ga, along with the many other things he is involved with. We discuss Thomas winning the Marietta Citizen of the Year, Dancing with the Stars and his community work with McKenna Farms! 

Amy and John talk with Maggi Moss, from Marietta City's Parks and Rec Department to find out if it really is like the tv show, her favorite events, what event used to happen and doesn't anymore and much more! 

Amy and John sit down with former Councilmember Philip Goldstein. They learn about his tenure on the Council, his family's history with Marietta and a lot more great facts about him! 

Amy and John sit down with Tricia Patterson and learn more about her school, the Marietta Center for Advanced Academics, how she became "all in", what she looks for in partners for her school and much more! 

Amy Reed and John Silvey have taken over as hosts of the Marietta Stories Podcast and want to introduce themselves to you!    They have some great interviews lined up with a twist at the end of each episode!     

Bill loves innovative art and when he saw Magnolia Heather's magnolia embroidery and fell in love. A day later, Heather sat down with Bill and explained how she started and grew her small business through a combination of art shows and instagram posts. She continues to experiment with her art and you can check her out on instagram magnoliaheather  and her website magnoliaheatherart.com!  

Samatha Hawkins of Cobb 911 contacted Bill because they need more people to answer calls. Working for 911 requires a unique set of skills and takes a while and help to learn them: whom to route the call to, how to help people and how to listen. Multitasking is required. Also, supporting the people that answer the tough calls through a peer network, all make one of the toughest jobs doable.   

Lisa Weinert and her business, RunFitYoga, can be found at the Marietta Square, Kennesaw Mountain and online.  She handles her business much like her career… with a focus on problem solving and exceeding goals. Lisa is a certified running coach, personal trainer and yoga instructor.   She transitioned from a corporate career to coach and built her business working mainly with women who have a desire to go after a goal. She is based out of Dynamic Spine and Sports Therapy on Mill St at the Square. But you can often encounter Lisa running on the trails at the mountain!  Connect with Lisa if you want to review your fitness plans at LisaRunFitYoga@comcast.net

Two interviews for the price of one! Bill first interviewed Jennifer Maxwell two years ago. Jennifer and her husband had just bought their dream farm and started their local business. Now Jennifer has expanded her blueberry bushes, has add art and has a baby due!  Shop Hippie Kids is the brain child of two sisters and Bill speaks to one, Kissie (from McKenzie) and explains her passion for clothes and the business they have built together. You will absolutely notice the VW van and the hip clothes when you come to the Marietta Artisan Market!

Antoinette Michelle watched her grandmother bake, not knowing that she would start a business when her husband, Shaun had health issues. Now they run the Sugar Muffins Bake Shop, named after their daughters nickname. You can find them at the Marietta Square Farmers Market and be sure to follow them on Instagram. http://www.sugarmuffinsbakeshop.com/