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E155 – Lucy Rymer’s Morning Cup
Lucy Rymer has always had a “what have I got to lose?” mindset, and it’s shown up at some of the most pivotal moments in her career. In this episode, Lucy shares how growing up with stage fright taught her
E154 – Mayor Kevin Brooks’s Morning Cup
Kevin Brooks never planned on becoming the mayor of Cleveland, he just kept saying yes to serving people and following the next open door. In this episode, Kevin shares how he always knew he wanted to be a public servant,
E153 – Baron King’s Morning Cup
Baron King has built a career stepping into hard situations and helping people find their way forward when they feel out of options. In this episode, Baron shares how a childhood spent moving state-to-state taught him to embrace change, why
E152 – Robbie Ansary’s Morning Cup
Robbie Ansary’s story starts as a refugee from Afghanistan when he and his family fled their home as a result of the Soviet invasion in 1980. In this episode, Robbie shares what it was like to leave everything behind and
E151 – Troy Kemp’s Morning Cup
Troy Kemp planned to teach for only two years, but has dedicated his life to being a “hope dealer” for young boys and their families. In this episode, he shares why he turned down lucrative job offers to “feed his
E150 – Maury Nicely’s Morning Cup
Maury Nicely wasn’t planning on becoming a lawyer when he went to law school, but three decades later, he’s built a thriving practice and become one of Chattanooga’s most passionate historians. In this episode, Maury shares what he learned working
E149 – David Glenn’s Morning Cup
A childhood tornado scare could’ve left David Glenn terrified of weather forever. Instead, it set him on a path to become the calm voice Chattanoogans now trust when the sky turns dark. In this episode, David shares how his dad’s
E148 – Christie Mahn Faires’s Morning Cup
Christie Mahn Faires has never been one to rest on her laurels. Whether campaigning for a traffic light to make her high school safer or championing recovery court to help people break the cycle of addiction, she’s always looking for
E147 – Mitch Patel’s Morning Cup (Part 2)
Mitch Patel’s story is a masterclass in grit, gratitude, and bridge-building. In this episode recorded in front of a live audience at the Rotary Club of Chattanooga, Mitch shares how he built his first hotel at the age of 27
Building a Thriving Chattanooga: Early Childhood Development, Education & Career Pathways
In this episode of Policy Chatt, we sit down with Keri Randolph, executive director of Chattanooga 2.0, to discuss crucial topics that hold the key to shaping a prosperous and thriving community. From early childhood development to literacy standards and
