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Shelly and Peter travel to the Paula J. Baber Center for Healing Hearts in Fort Dodge, Iowa, to sit down with Deb Palmer and Deb Zemke to discuss how the Center for Healing Hearts began, how the center has changed from years past, meeting the needs of the community, and more! 🎤 Deb Palmer - Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) with experience in hospice and home health services. Her work focuses on supporting individuals and families through difficult life transitions, including end-of-life care, grief, and loss. 🎤 Deb Zemke - Longtime community leader and volunteer in the Fort Dodge area, with a history of involvement in local education and charitable organizations. She helps facilitate community conversations about death, grief, and the importance of supporting one another. 🔗 Follow Paula J. Baber Center for Healing Hearts: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/Paula-J-Baber-Center-for-Healing-Hearts-61593130666078/ ✉️ Contact Paula J. Baber Center for Healing Hearts: Email: [email protected] 🎨 Follow Fort Dodge Fine Arts Association: Website: https://www.fdfineartsassociation.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fortdodgefinearts Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fdfineartsassociation/ X: https://twitter.com/fdfinearts YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FortDodgeFineArts 🎨 Support the Fort Dodge Fine Arts Association - Continued Programming: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/fdfaa #FDFAA #FDTEA #FortDodge #Iowa #Art #Arts #Artist #IowaArt #Podcast #IowaPodcast #ArtPodcast #ArtTalk #LocalArt #SupportLocal #VisitFortDodge #WEinWEbster #DelightfulDodge #DodgeTheOrdinary #ThisIsFortDodge

Shelly and Peter are back at Iowa Central, but this time in the visual arts building. We sit down with Rochelle Green (photography instructor) and Jennifer Dutcher (visual arts instructor) to discuss their paths to being instructors at Iowa Central, their lifelong love of art, some of their proudest moments with students, and more. Then we bring in Iowa Central student Jacob Sorenson to discuss taking the Digital Arts Program at Iowa Central, the work he has done with local entities (including some Fort Dodge Fine Arts projects), and then Shelly hits everyone with some rapid fire questions. 🎤 Rochelle Green - Program Coordinator and Instructor for the Photography Program at Iowa Central Community College 🎤 Jennifer Dutcher - Program Coordinator and instructor for the Visual Arts Program at Iowa Central Community College 🎤 Jacob Sorenson - Visual Arts and Photography student at Iowa Central Community College 🔗 Follow Iowa Central Visual Arts: Website: https://www.iowacentral.edu/liberal_arts/digital_arts_aaa/index.asp Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IowaCentralDigitalArtsPhotography Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IowaCentralVisualArts/ 🎨 Follow Fort Dodge Fine Arts Association: Website: https://www.fdfineartsassociation.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fortdodgefinearts Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fdfineartsassociation/ X: https://twitter.com/fdfinearts YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FortDodgeFineArts 🎨 Support the Fort Dodge Fine Arts Association - Continued Programming: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/fdfaa #FDFAA #FDTEA #FortDodge #Iowa #Art #Arts #Artist #IowaArt #Podcast #IowaPodcast #ArtPodcast #ArtTalk #LocalArt #SupportLocal #VisitFortDodge #WEinWEbster #DelightfulDodge #DodgeTheOrdinary #ThisIsFortDodge

Shelly and Peter sit down with Rita, Anastasia, and Pascale from the Fort Dodge Public Library. We discuss each of their journeys to the Fort Dodge Public Library, different resources the library provides to the public, how libraries have changed over time, surprising events and services that many people don't think about, and much more! 🎤 Rita Schmidt - Library Director at the Fort Dodge Public Library 🎤 Anastasia Peratopoulos - Youth Services Librarian at the Fort Dodge Public Library 🎤 Pascale Balm - Adult Services Librarian at the Fort Dodge Public Library 🔗 Follow Fort Dodge Public Library: Website: https://www.fortdodgelibrary.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FDLibrary Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fortdodgelibrary/ 🎨 Follow Fort Dodge Fine Arts Association: Website: https://www.fdfineartsassociation.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fortdodgefinearts Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fdfineartsassociation/ X: https://twitter.com/fdfinearts YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FortDodgeFineArts 🎨 Support the Fort Dodge Fine Arts Association - Continued Programming: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/fdfaa #FDFAA #FDTEA #FortDodge #Iowa #Art #Arts #Artist #IowaArt #Podcast #IowaPodcast #ArtPodcast #ArtTalk #LocalArt #SupportLocal #VisitFortDodge #WEinWEbster #DelightfulDodge #DodgeTheOrdinary #ThisIsFortDodge

Shelly and Peter travel to Decker Auditorium at Iowa Central Community College to talk to Ashley Garst and Sean Mulvihill about the music and theater programs. We discuss their journeys to Iowa Central Community College, fun memories from their time at ICCC, upcoming shows, what goes into producing a great show, and more! 🎤 Ashley Garst - Director of Technical Theater at Iowa Central Community College 🎤 Sean Mulvihill - Director of Theater at Iowa Central Community College 🔗 Follow Iowa Central Community College Music & Theater: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/Iowa-Central-Community-College-Music-and-Theatre-100057476500090/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/icccmusicandtheatre/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@iowacentralmusictheatre9359 🎨 Follow Fort Dodge Fine Arts Association: Website: https://www.fdfineartsassociation.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fortdodgefinearts Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fdfineartsassociation/ X: https://twitter.com/fdfinearts YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FortDodgeFineArts 🎨 Support the Fort Dodge Fine Arts Association - Continued Programming: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/fdfaa #FDFAA #FDTEA #FortDodge #Iowa #Art #Arts #Artist #IowaArt #Podcast #IowaPodcast #ArtPodcast #ArtTalk #LocalArt #SupportLocal #VisitFortDodge #WEinWEbster #DelightfulDodge #DodgeTheOrdinary #ThisIsFortDodge

Jen Fitzgerald and Jeana Becker join Shelly and Peter to discuss their journeys to The Fort Museum, recap the recent Frontier Days event and parade, upcoming events at The Fort Museum, how to tour The Fort Museum, some of their favorite items/buildings at The Fort Museum, and more! 🎤 Jen Fitzgerald - Executive Director at The Fort Museum and Frontier Village. 🎤 Jeana Becker - Frontier Days board member and Frontier Days Chairperson. 🔗 Follow The Fort Museum & Frontier Village: Website: https://www.fortmuseumfv.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FortMuseumFV/ X: https://www.twitter.com/FortMuseumFV YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thefortmuseumandfrontiervi4578 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/fort-museum-and-frontier-village 🔗 Follow Frontier Days Parade: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FrontierDaysParade/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/frontierdaysfd 🔗 Follow Frontier Opera House Event Venue: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61584377335740 🎨 Follow Fort Dodge Fine Arts Association: Website: https://www.fdfineartsassociation.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fortdodgefinearts Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fdfineartsassociation/ X: https://twitter.com/fdfinearts YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FortDodgeFineArts 🎨 Support the Fort Dodge Fine Arts Association - Continued Programming: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/fdfaa #FDFAA #FDTEA #FortDodge #Iowa #Art #Arts #Artist #IowaArt #Podcast #IowaPodcast #ArtPodcast #ArtTalk #LocalArt #SupportLocal #VisitFortDodge #WEinWEbster #DelightfulDodge #DodgeTheOrdinary #ThisIsFortDodge

Shelly and Peter travel to the Vincent House to talk to Jennifer Condon and Jane Gibb about the Catherine Vincent Deardorf Charitable Foundation. We discuss Jennifer and Jane's backgrounds, Catherine's life, the formation of the foundation, how the foundation has impacted the local community, their silent partnerships with organizations, and more! 🎤 Jennifer Condon - Current Catherine Vincent Deardorf Charitable Foundation board member and Fort Dodge Public Art Commission Board Member. 🎤 Jane Gibb - Long time Catherine Vincent Deardorf Charitable Foundation board member and art lover. 🔗 Follow Catherine Vincent Deardorf Charitable Trust: Website: https://deardorf.org 🎨 Follow Fort Dodge Fine Arts Association: Website: https://www.fdfineartsassociation.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fortdodgefinearts Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fdfineartsassociation/ X: https://twitter.com/fdfinearts YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FortDodgeFineArts 🎨 Support the Fort Dodge Fine Arts Association - Continued Programming: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/fdfaa #FDFAA #FDTEA #FortDodge #Iowa #Art #Arts #Artist #IowaArt #Podcast #IowaPodcast #ArtPodcast #ArtTalk #LocalArt #SupportLocal #VisitFortDodge #WEinWEbster #DelightfulDodge #DodgeTheOrdinary #ThisIsFortDodge

Shelly and Peter sit down with the legendary Larry Mitchell and Buzz Powers to discuss the founding of Comedia Musica Players, fun moments on stage, how musicals have changed over time, the best parts about live performances, and more! 🎤 Larry Mitchell - Co-founder of the Comedia Musica Players and one of the most influential figures in Fort Dodge’s music and theater scene. With over 80 productions directed and decades of teaching and mentorship, his impact has shaped generations of performers in Iowa. 🎤 Buzz Powers - Past board member of Hawkeye Community Theatre and longtime director/performer with Hawkeye and Comedia Musica Players. 🔗 Follow Comedia Musica Players: Website: https://www.comediamusica.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/comediamusicaplayers Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/comedia_musica X: https://twitter.com/comedia_musica 🎨 Follow Fort Dodge Fine Arts Association: Website: https://www.fdfineartsassociation.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fortdodgefinearts Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fdfineartsassociation/ X: https://twitter.com/fdfinearts YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FortDodgeFineArts 🎨 Support the Fort Dodge Fine Arts Association - Continued Programming: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/fdfaa #FDFAA #FDTEA #FortDodge #Iowa #Art #Arts #Artist #IowaArt #Podcast #IowaPodcast #ArtPodcast #ArtTalk #LocalArt #SupportLocal #VisitFortDodge #WEinWEbster #DelightfulDodge #DodgeTheOrdinary #ThisIsFortDodge

Shelly and Peter adventure to Shiny Top Brewing in Fort Dodge, Iowa. This episode they are joined by Nate McCubbin and Sabrynn Ulrich. They discuss how Shiny Top has expanded and changed over the years, the rotating artwork at Shiny Top, the different beers they have made, their amazing pizza and food selection, and more! 🎤 Nate McCubbin - Nate McCubbin is the co-owner of ShinyTop Brewing, a craft brewery and live music venue in Fort Dodge, Iowa. He has played a key role in building a community-focused space that supports local artists, musicians, and events in North Central Iowa. 🎤 Sabrynn Ulrich - Sabrynn Ulrich is a longtime bartender at ShinyTop Brewing. As part of the Shiny Top team, she helps create the friendly, music-driven atmosphere the venue is known for. - 🔗 Follow Shiny Top Brewing: Website: https://www.shinytopbrewing.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ShiningNoggin/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shinytopbrewing/ X: https://www.twitter.com/shinytopbrewing - 🎨 Follow Fort Dodge Fine Arts Association: Website: https://www.fdfineartsassociation.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fortdodgefinearts Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fdfineartsassociation/ X: https://twitter.com/fdfinearts YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FortDodgeFineArts 🎨 Support the Fort Dodge Fine Arts Association - Continued Programming: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/fdfaa #FDFAA #FDTEA #FortDodge #Iowa #Art #Arts #Artist #IowaArt #Podcast #IowaPodcast #ArtPodcast #ArtTalk #LocalArt #SupportLocal #VisitFortDodge #WEinWEbster #DelightfulDodge #DodgeTheOrdinary #ThisIsFortDodge

Shelly and Peter are joined by Megan Cassady and Alyssa Sparks of Stage Door Productions. We discuss Megan and Alyssa's background in the arts and music, the founding of Stage Door Productions, fun stories from past performances, looking forward to their upcoming play Matilda Jr., and more! 🎤 Megan Cassady - Megan is an active member of Stage Door Productions in Fort Dodge, Iowa, where she contributes her time and talent to bringing local theatre productions to life. She is passionate about supporting the arts and helping create meaningful experiences for the community. 🎤 Alyssa Sparks - Alyssa is involved with Stage Door Productions in Fort Dodge, Iowa, and enjoys being part of the collaborative effort that makes community theatre possible. She is dedicated to fostering creativity and strengthening the local arts scene. 🔗 Follow Stage Door Productions: Website: https://www.stagedoorfd.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stagedoorfd/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stagedoorfd/ 🎨 Follow Fort Dodge Fine Arts Association: Website: https://www.fdfineartsassociation.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fortdodgefinearts Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fdfineartsassociation/ X: https://twitter.com/fdfinearts YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FortDodgeFineArts 🎨 Support the Fort Dodge Fine Arts Association - Continued Programming: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/fdfaa #FDFAA #FDTEA #FortDodge #Iowa #Art #Arts #Artist #IowaArt #Podcast #IowaPodcast #ArtPodcast #ArtTalk #LocalArt #SupportLocal #VisitFortDodge #WEinWEbster #DelightfulDodge #DodgeTheOrdinary #ThisIsFortDodge

Shelly and Peter head to Flour & Bloom Iowa to learn more about the different projects they have going on. Alex, April, and Jolene discuss how the business started, incorporating crafts and studios, planning new events, adding a baking element, and more! 🎤 Alex Nguyen - Baker at Flour and Bloom Iowa 🎤 April Cowell - Properties at Flour and Bloom Iowa 🎤 Jolene Hays - Flowers at Flour and Bloom Iowa - 🔗 Follow Flour & Bloom Iowa: Website: https://flourandbloomiowa.com Facebook - Flour & Bloom Iowa: https://www.facebook.com/p/Flour-and-Bloom-Iowa-61568943305753/ Facebook - Flour & Bloom Bakes: https://www.facebook.com/p/Flour-Bloom-61565548913319/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flourandbloomiowa/ Pinterest: https://in.pinterest.com/flourandbloomiowa/ 🎨 Follow Fort Dodge Fine Arts Association: Website: https://www.fdfineartsassociation.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fortdodgefinearts Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fdfineartsassociation/ X: https://twitter.com/fdfinearts YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FortDodgeFineArts 🎨 Support the Fort Dodge Fine Arts Association - Continued Programming: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/fdfaa #FDFAA #FDTEA #FortDodge #Iowa #Art #Arts #Artist #IowaArt #Podcast #IowaPodcast #ArtPodcast #ArtTalk #LocalArt #SupportLocal #VisitFortDodge #WEinWEbster #DelightfulDodge #DodgeTheOrdinary #ThisIsFortDodge