Best MBC Communications Podcasts (2025)

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Thankful Hearts, Full Plates: The Power of a Full Pantry 59:58

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In this episode of Macon It, we talk with Kathy McCollum, President & CEO of the Middle Georgia Community Food Bank, about the Food Bank’s beginnings and its vital role in serving our region. We also discuss Macon-Bibb County’s recent $150,000 commitment to fight food insecurity and what that investment means for families across our community. Lear…

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Contracts, Clients, and Costly Risks: The Legal Advice Every Small Business Owner Needs to Hear with Margot Pomerleau from MBC Law 45:40

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Send us a text In this episode of The Small Business Big Insights Podcast, Eric sits down with litigation lawyer Margot Pomerleau to explore the legal risks that small and medium business owners often overlook. Margot shares why documenting deals matters more than most entrepreneurs think, how failing to get proper advice early can cost you signifi…

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Walk It Like I Talk It: Pedestrian Safety in Macon-Bibb 50:06

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Look both ways — and then tune in! This week we’re joined by Greg Brown from the Macon-Bibb County Pedestrian Safety Review Board to talk about how everyone plays a role in keeping our community safe. Whether you’re walking, biking, or behind the wheel, Greg shares updates, insights, and easy safety tips to help make every trip a safe one.…

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Communication Secrets from a Leadership Coach with Barry McLoughlin from TLC Transformational Leadership 51:52

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Send us a text In this episode of Small Business Big Insights, Eric Saumure welcomes Barry McLoughlin, leadership and communications consultant, author, and educator. Barry takes us inside his unique journey from stand-up comedy and television satire to coaching leaders across Canada and the U.S. He explains why communication is not a “nice-to-have…

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Where Vision Meets Community: The Knight Foundation in Macon 45:30

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Mayor on the Mic: Small-Biz Lessons from Mayor Mark Sutcliffe 39:48

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Send us a text In this episode of Small Business Big Insights, Eric Saumure welcomes Mayor Mark Sutcliffe to explore the intersection of leadership, politics, and entrepreneurship. From his early days as a broadcaster and business coach to his current role as mayor of Ottawa, Mark shares candid reflections on authenticity, resilience, and the chall…

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Too Hot to Handle: The Firefighter Calendar That Broke the Internet 57:08

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It started as a way to raise money and boost morale — now it's setting timelines (and comment sections) on fire. In this episode of Macon It, we’re joined by Fire Chief Shane Edwards and Captain Phillip Herndon to talk about the 2026 Middle Georgia Firefighter Calendar that’s got the world swooning. From international buzz to behind-the-scenes stor…

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Macon-Bibb is Paving the Way 41:18

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Big things are happening beneath our wheels. County Manager Dr. Keith Moffett joins us to talk about Paving the Way, a historic investment in our infrastructure that’s setting the foundation for a smoother, stronger Macon-Bibb. With over 130 miles of roads slated for repaving, this initiative isn’t just about asphalt, it’s about progress, pride, an…

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Grants, Growth & Grit: The Real Talk Small Business Owners Need to Hear" (With Nishant Raina, Mastercard Canada) 35:22

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Send us a text In this episode of The Small Business Big Insights Podcast, host Eric sits down with Nishant Raina, Vice President of Product Management at Mastercard in Canada. Nishant shares how Mastercard is helping small business owners tackle some of their biggest challenges. You’ll hear about the crucial role small businesses play in Canada’s …

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Prepared for Anything: Macon-Bibb at IEMC 52:30

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In this episode of Macon It, we're joined by Robert McCord and Sophie Rosen from the Macon-Bibb County Emergency Management Agency to talk about a powerful week of training at FEMA's National Disaster & Emergency Management University in Emmitsburg, Maryland. Alongside more than 40 partner organizations, the EMA team participated in real-time disas…

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This One Funding Strategy Could Unlock Millions for Canadian Startups (with David Perry and Paul LaBarge) 50:16

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Send us a text In this episode of Small Business Big Insights, Eric Saumure sits down with David Perry and Paul LaBarge—two champions of Canadian innovation—to dive deep into a bold proposal that could reshape the future of early-stage business funding. Drawing inspiration from Canada’s mining sector and successful UK policy, they explain how adapt…

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Major Justice Reform: A Conversation with Mayor Lester Miller 44:44

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Why don’t we just build a new jail? In this week’s episode, we learn it may be more complicated than that. Mayor Lester Miller sits down with our Macon It hosts to explain his newest major justice reform initiative that will help improve conditions in the jail and our community. He talks about what each of the six initiatives entail and who is work…

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Paws on the Ground: Inside Animal Services 55:24

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In this episode of Macon It, we’re unleashing all the feels with Tracey Weathers, Shelter Manager of Bibb County Animal Services. From adorable puppies and playful kittens to some truly wild calls from the field, Tracey gives us a behind-the-scenes look at life in the shelter and the heart it takes to care for Bibb’s animals every day. We also talk…

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From Idea to Published Book: How Sam Laprade become ‘Ottawa Made’ 30:52

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Send us a text In this episode of Small Business Big Insights, Eric Saumure sits down with Ottawa connector and storyteller Sam Laprade to explore how she co-authored Ottawa Made, a book celebrating local innovation and entrepreneurship. Sam shares the full behind-the-scenes of writing and launching the book—from managing self-doubt and editing cha…

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Where the Wilder Works Are 53:27

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Ever wonder who’s mowing the medians, clearing dump sites, or jumping into action when a storm hits Macon-Bibb? Meet Tim Wilder, head of the Public Works Department; a team that tackles the dirty jobs to keep the community clean, safe, and running strong. In this episode of Macon It, we dig into everything from blight removal to weed-eating wizardr…

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Talkin' Macon It: When Podcasts Collide 1:10:28

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In this podcast crossover event, we’re talking all things tourism, storytelling, and how to plan the perfect day in Macon. Aaron Buzza of Talkin’ Macon and Visit Macon joins us to share his top picks for must-see spots, can’t-miss meals, and why Macon keeps people coming back. Whether you're showing your best friend around or just rediscovering you…

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Succession, Power, and the New Rules of Leadership: A No-Fluff Talk (With Monique Goffinet) 54:45

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Send us a text In this episode, Eric Saumure welcomes Monique Goffinet, seasoned board leader and governance expert, for an energizing and insightful conversation about board leadership, governance trends, and how business owners can use board involvement to grow professionally. Monique shares the realities of board service, demystifies common misc…

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Bibb's Backbone: Powered by Facilities Management & the Robs 1:04:57

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They’re the team behind the scenes and often behind the ceilings, floors, and walls. They make sure Macon-Bibb County runs smoothly every single day. In this episode of Macon It, we talk with Rob Ryals and Robbie Belew, the dynamic duo leading our Facilities Management Department. From fixing A/C units in the summer heat to painting crosswalks, han…

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The Storytellers of Macon-Bibb 1:14:38

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Ever wonder who’s behind the cameras, the captions, and the catchy headlines? In this episode of Macon It, we flip the mic around and sit down with the Macon-Bibb County Government Communications team; the creative crew responsible for telling the County’s story and sharing its message with the community in fresh, engaging ways. From writing speech…

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Stop Overpaying Your Taxes: Give to Charity Instead with Flow-Through Shares (with Albert Labelle, PearTree Canada) 42:07

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Send us a text Today, Eric sits down with Albert Labelle, partner at PearTree and a pro in strategic philanthropy. Albert breaks down flow-through shares—a powerful but often overlooked tax strategy that can help small business owners and individuals boost their charitable giving while lowering after-tax costs. They dive into how flow-through share…

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Backstage Pass: Inside Some of Macon's Biggest Venues with David Aiello 52:56

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Concerts, hockey, comedy shows, & MORE! This week we’re sitting down with David Aiello, District Manager of Oak View Group, to talk all about the exciting events and what’s coming up at the Macon Centreplex, Macon City Auditorium, & Atrium Health Amphitheater.By MBC Communications

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Managing Main Street with Emily Hopkins 1:02:51

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What does it take to have one of the best Main Streets in the country? This week’s guest is Emily Hopkins, NewTown Macon’s Vice-President of External Affairs and Main Street Manager. We talk Downtown Macon’s growth and goals and what makes us LOVE Macon!By MBC Communications

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Why Montfort Hospital is More Than Just a Hospital (with Robert Rhéaume – Chair, Montfort Foundation) 36:33

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Send us a text This special episode is part of the Podcasthon initiative, a global movement harnessing the power of podcasts to drive conversations around important causes. Podcasthon brings together creators, thought leaders, and change-makers to amplify voices that matter. Learn more at Podcasthon’s website. Meet Robert Rhéaume, Board Chair of th…

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Hitting the High Notes with Doug Faour 54:15

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Macon-Bibb County's Aviation Director Doug Faour sings the praises of Macon-Bibb’s two airports, hitting all the high notes, from passenger service to new industries to runway extensions to a guitar-shaped terminal.By MBC Communications

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Automation, AI & Sales Hacks: The Future of Business, Revealed (With David Burden from Arketek) 34:06

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Send us a text In this episode, Eric chats with David Burden, Director of Sales and Biz Dev at Arketek, a leading Salesforce consultancy. David drops some great tips on smart sales strategies, using tech to grow your biz, and avoiding common small business pitfalls. They cover everything from the (fading) future of cold email to how AI and automati…

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A Penny For Clay Murphey's Thoughts 42:46

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A SPECIAL episode with PURPOSE! This week, we’re joined by a LOCAL favorite who thinks making his community a better place is the only OPTION! We talk about why SALES are so important in our community and how a small TAX has made a difference!By MBC Communications

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(Visit)ing Macon with Gary Wheat 49:51

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How do you promote Macon? It’s actually an easy job, according to Visit Macon CEO/President Gary Wheat. In this week’s episode of Macon It, Wheat breaks down what Visit Macon has to offer and what goes into putting Macon on the map.By MBC Communications

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Cutting Costs Without Compromise: The Secrets to Slashing Business Expenses Well! (With Shawn Stratton from Schooley Mitchell) 34:53

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Send us a text In this episode, Eric sits down with Shawn Stratton from Schooley Mitchell, a business optimization pro who helps small businesses cut costs—on average by 28%—without sacrificing quality. Drawing on his background as an expedition leader, speaker, and author, Shawn shares practical tips on auditing expenses and negotiating better rat…

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A warm conversation with Alison Bender 1:11:52

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It’s the first podcast of 2025 and we’re kicking the year off by catching up with Brookdale Resource Center Director Alison Bender. The Center started off with one mission in mind - to keep people out of freezing temperatures. In 4 years, it has grown into so much more! Learn about all of the resources it provides and the transformation of the The …

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It's been a GREAT year in Macon-Bibb, a recap with Mayor Miller 1:06:08

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For the last episode of 2024, we’re sitting down with Mayor Lester Miller to look back at all of our favorite moments of the year. It's been a great year in Macon-Bibb County, but we're very excited to see what 2025 has on the horizon.By MBC Communications

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Avoiding Common Tax Mistakes: Lessons from an Accountant with Tara Robertson (Zenbooks) 32:47

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Send us a text In this episode of the Small Business Big Insights Podcast, Eric welcomes Tara Robertson, a senior accountant at Zenbooks. Tara shares valuable insights on business taxation, her journey in the industry, and even some tax horror stories. They discuss the critical role tax accountants play, share tips for small business owners, and ad…

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Empowering women and minds with Meaghan Blight 51:37

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This week we’re sitting down and getting to know Wesleyan College President Meaghan Blight. When she’s not running the first women’s only college in the world, President Blight is getting to know her students personally and working on ways to get them engaged in the community and beyond!By MBC Communications

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Taking care of business(es) with Jessica Walden! 50:32

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This episode’s guest takes care of business(es)! Jessica Walden is the President/CEO of Greater Macon Chamber of Commerce and has been working the last couple of years to create a unique and welcoming experience for all businesses in our community. Get to know Jessica and all the opportunities the Chamber provides in this week’s episode of Macon It…

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Navigating Business Law and Succession Planning with Expert Steve Parr 38:48

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Send us a text Steve Parr shares his journey from founding and selling a vacation rental company to starting his own law firm, Parr Business Law. In this episode, he breaks down the essentials of business succession planning. Steve highlights why it’s so important to have a solid business structure, clear legal agreements, and backup plans in place…

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It's always a beautiful day in Macon-Bibb County! 35:51

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Keeping Macon-Bibb County looking in great shape isn’t an easy job, but it’s one our Parks & Beautification Department loves to do! We sit down with P&B Director Michael Glisson to learn more about the work his team puts into our many parks and favorite green spaces.By MBC Communications

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Navigating pedestrian safety with Weston Stroud 50:56

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October is pedestrian safety month, but our county is looking at keeping pedestrians and drivers safe all year round. Our Traffic Safety Manager, Weston Stroud, breaks down what measures we’re taking to make our roads safer. PLUS he gives us an exclusive look into new projects in the works!By MBC Communications

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From Flour to Power: The Surprising Strategy That's Revolutionizing the Bakery Industry with Kayla Rochkin at Bond Bakery Brands 37:59

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Send us a text In this episode, Eric interviews Kayla Rochkin, the Chief Growth Officer at Bond Bakery Brands. Bond acquires family and founder-run bakeries without succession plans, helping them continue their legacy. Kayla dishes on everything from keeping quality top-notch to building a company culture that’s as warm and welcoming as fresh bread…

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Macon It with the Director of Fun! 52:22

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Our recreation centers provide fun, education, and safe space for our community, something Robert Walker is proud of as the Director of Recreation. Get to know him and learn about what the Recreation Department is up to in this week’s episode of Macon It.By MBC Communications

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Living the dream with Keith Moffett 42:26

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We want YOU to listen to our latest episode of Macon It! This week, we sit down with our very own County Manager Dr. Keith Moffett. This proud Maconite is the go-to for just about anything happening in our County! Get to know Dr. Moffett and learn about what a County Manager’s role is.By MBC Communications

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Get out and VOTE Macon-Bibb! 32:32

1y ago32:32

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You can't turn on your tv, go for a drive, or get on the social media, without knowing that we are in election season! There’s a lot behind the scenes that goes into making sure your vote counts. We talk with Bibb County Board of Elections Supervisor Tom Gillon about what you need to know when it comes to voting in the upcoming election and the imp…

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Who Ya Gonna Call? Code Enforcement! 34:53

1y ago34:53

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Blight, abandoned vehicles, illegal dumps, and MORE! We sit down with our Code Enforcement Department Director and Assistant Director to break down what our officers do to keep our community clean and safe.By MBC Communications

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Pitfalls and opportunities of world class SaaS Businesses (Drew Millington from Nmbr) 41:01

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Send us a text Drew Millington is the co-founder of Nmbr, Canada’s ﬁrst embedded payroll provider. With deep expertise in SaaS and startups, Drew offers insights into key metrics that startups and small businesses should monitor, including the distinction between regrettable and non-regrettable churn. As a sales guru who has successfully scaled mul…

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This episode is FIRE! 40:44

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Tune in as we chat with Macon-Bibb County Fire Chief Shane Edwards about the exciting developments in our local fire department. Discover what it means for Macon-Bibb County to be recognized as a Class One Fire Department and how this prestigious rating impacts our community. Chief Edwards also shares insights into the standout features that make o…

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Be Prepared, With Spencer Hawkins 28:27

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Heat waves, and tornadoes, and zombie apocalypses, OH MY! Be prepared for any emergency situation with Macon-Bibb County's Emergency Management Agency Director, Spencer Hawkins.By MBC Communications

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Macon Opportunities with MBCIA 18:57

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The Macon Bibb County Industrial Authority does a lot of BIG things for our community, so big, they have to turn almost everything into an acronym! Since 2017, MBCIA has generated $2.3 billion in new private investment. Tune in as we talk to Stephen Adams, the Executive Director of MBCIA about top secrets projects, and how what they do is a lot lik…

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Leadership and Innovation in Payroll: Interview with Wagepoint CEO Shrad Rao 48:45

1+ y ago48:45

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Send us a text Shrad Rao is the CEO of Wagepoint, a payroll software designed for small businesses in Canada. The company, known for its friendly team, aims to make payroll simpler and less intimidating. Wagepoint serves over 25,000 customers and processes payroll for more than 200,000 employees each month. Under Shrad’s leadership, the company has…

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Taking Action: Planning for a greater Macon-Bibb! 44:26

1+ y ago44:26

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Director of Planning and Public Spaces and Urban Development Authority Executive Director Alex Morrison talks about the revitalization plan for the Macon Mall, updates on Rosa Parks Square, and MORE!By MBC Communications

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Macon, Georgia. Center of the Pickleverse. 31:08

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Macon, Georgia is home to the WORLD'S LARGEST Indoor Pickleball Facility! This episode we are taking a deeper dive into Rhythm and Rally Sports and Events with General Manager John Roberts. If you're curious to learn more about how the world's largest indoor pickleball facility came to be, this is the episode for you!…

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Together, we're MVP! 24:47

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Join us as we talk to the Macon Violence Prevention (MVP) Coordinator, Jeremy Grissom, on the latest episode of Macon It! Jeremy tells us about how the community can get involved in violence prevention, and gives the details on the upcoming "Ice Cream with Dad" event!By MBC Communications

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How are you feeling Macon-Bibb? 26:10

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We sat down with Andrea Cooke, the Director of Macon Mental Health Matters (MMHM) to talk about all of the wonderful programing available to our community that focuses on mental wellness.By MBC Communications