Episodes 11 & 12 // Angela Harrington of Hotel Grinnell
This week on the podcast we’re taking you to an exciting new destination in downtown Grinnell, Iowa in our interview with Angela Harrington, owner of Hotel Grinnell. Here she has led the charge in converting a former school building into an incredible contemporary boutique hotel.
Episode 10 // The Girls of The Boxtruck Boutique
This week on the podcast we’re taking you to Boaz, Alabama to chat with the girls of The BoxTruck Boutique. From starting with their own individual businesses of shirts, clothes, jewelry, and home goods, they eventually combined to form what is now The BoxTruck Boutique. Since then the business has taken off and they’ve never looked back!
Episode 9 // Emma Hicks of Iowa Gathering, Main + Second, Camp Climb, and Small Town, Big Pick
Emma Hicks is the inspiring entrepreneur behind Iowa Gathering, Main + Second, and Camp Climb. From opening up a storefront to starting an online business to shooting a TV show pilot, Emma shares about what it looks like to build a life around what works for you and your family.
A Big-City Texan in Small Town Nebraska
My name is Michael Catarineau, and I am a photographer, graphic designer and journalist in Scottsbluff, Nebraska. Follow my journey here on Rural Revival to get a glimpse into my world — a big-city Texan in Small Town, Nebraska.
Episode 8 // Alice Pettyjohn of Alice Circle
Alice Pettyjohn is the owner of Alice Circle, an art studio and boutique offering everything from art classes and art parties to a variety of creative gifts and clothing. Listen and learn how she’s fulfilling a unique role to bring art to the community of Rainsville, Alabama.
Top 15 Free Resources for Small Businesses
Managing a small business is hard work! So we're sharing 15 great resources that we use everyday to help streamline our businesses and simplify this crazy entrepreneur life that we signed up for. And, best of all, everything on this list is FREE!
Episode 7 // Linc Kroeger of Pillar Technology
This week we're bringing you a fascinating conversation with Linc Kroeger of Pillar Technology and The Forge in Des Moines, Iowa about bringing tech jobs to rural communities. Linc and his company are pioneering a concept that is truly forging the future and changing how we approach jobs and education in rural America.
Episode 6 // Karmen Smith of Fort Payne Feed & Garden
On this week’s podcast, Karmen Smith talks about life with her husband Jason and their kids, their unexpected journey as entrepreneurs, what happens when you pray big, overcoming your fears with Facebook live (anyone??), turning your farm into a business, and doing scary things.
Rural Route Road Trip: Alabama's Lookout Mountain
Tucked in the mountains of North Alabama between Nashville and Atlanta you'll find breathtaking landscapes, charming small towns, and lots of opportunity for outdoor adventure.
Episode 5 // Anna Brakefield of Red Land Cotton
We love showcasing makers of the best American-made products, and that's why we're so excited about this week's podcast with Anna Brakefield of Red Land Cotton. Red Land Cotton is bringing American-made linens and towels back to our homes and it's catching the attention of people all across the country!
Why We Really Love the Local Dairy Queen
Something about the Denison Dairy Queen has made it legendary. It's the kind of place you want to experience every chance you get. So what's the secret behind this locally-owned, seasonal, ice-cream-and-burger joint that makes it so special?
Episode 4 // Kasey and Jordana Henke of Rescued Junk
Entrepreneurs at heart, Kasey and Jordana Henke have done a little bit of everything when it comes to the world of vintage and junk, not only trying but succeeding in pretty much everything they've put their hand to.
Episode 3 // The Growing Rural Real Estate Market with Amy Lucht
Do you live in a rural community? Are you thinking about moving to a rural community or starting a business in a small town? This week’s podcast with realtor Amy Lucht is a conversation you won’t want to miss!
A Nebraska Farm Turned Full-Time Business Venture
Writing a blog post for Rural Revival was on my to-do list this week but I couldn’t figure out how to get started. Then I saw this quote on their Facebook page, “Remember Why You Started.” Wow.
Episode 2 // Devon Evers of Crossgrain Woodworking
Devon Evers of Crossgrain Woodworking shares how his business got started when a picture of a hutch he built for himself went viral on Facebook.
Episode 1 // April Wilks of Vintage Pickin'
April Wilks of Vintage Pickin' has built up an incredible business turning her family's farm into a twice-a-year vintage barn sale in Fyffe, Alabama.
Welcome to the Rural Revival Podcast
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Three Ways to Get Involved
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Let's Start a Rural Revival
Revival in our small towns and rural communities is not only possible, it's happening. Let's start a RURAL REVIVAL!