Episodes

  • Ep. 45: Haunted Jails & Barrel Racing

    Ep. 45: Haunted Jails & Barrel Racing
    Oct 15 2024

    Sgt. Justin Carr of the Polk County Sheriffs Office joins us to discuss the final year of the Bartow Haunted Jail Tour and the many resident haunts in the old jail building. But before that, barrel-racing prodigy Hayleigh Rodgers will be discussing her upcoming participation in yet another barrel racing championship.


    Disclaimer: This episode was postponed due to Hurricane Milton. As such, dates and times for events may have been changed. Please check official websites for dates and times.

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    20 mins
  • Ep. 44: Saving Lives Matter 2024 (w/Melanie Brown Culpepper & Dave Arnold)

    Ep. 44: Saving Lives Matter 2024 (w/Melanie Brown Culpepper & Dave Arnold)
    Sep 24 2024
    Four years ago, Melanie Brown Culpepper lost her late fiancée to cardiac arrest. Earlier this year, Dave Arnold nearly lost his life to a stroke. Both are raising proceeds and awareness for heart health at the Saving Lives Fundraiser at Tanners Lakeside on Sat. Oct. 12. Get bonus content on Patreon

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    19 mins
  • Ep. 43: Healing the Divide at Denison Stadium (w/Principal Gina Williams and Antonio Acaya)

    Ep. 43: Healing the Divide at Denison Stadium (w/Principal Gina Williams and Antonio Acaya)
    Sep 10 2024
    Are you ready for some football? Winter Haven High School is! Principal Gina Williams joins us to discuss renovations made to Denison Stadium in time for sports season. Also, Antonio Acaya joins us to discuss his book "Awaken: Rise of the Populist" and the inspiration behind it. Get bonus content on Patreon

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    22 mins
  • Ep. 42: Inking Jesus at the Olympics (w/Lorraine Valerino & Dr. Justin Scroggins)

    Ep. 42: Inking Jesus at the Olympics (w/Lorraine Valerino & Dr. Justin Scroggins)
    Aug 20 2024

    Dr. Justin Scroogins was so inspired by the One who paid the ultimate price for our sin that he was inspired to ink his own skin. He joins us to discuss his book, "Inking Jesus." But first, a local coach Lorraine Valerino talks about her trip to the Paris Olympics.


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    32 mins
  • Ep. 41: Love, War, & A Circle of Friends (w/Crystal Higbee & Mark Barie)

    Ep. 41: Love, War, & A Circle of Friends (w/Crystal Higbee & Mark Barie)
    Aug 6 2024

    For nearly 25 years, Circle of Friends has served individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities in the Lake Wales community. Now, they've moved to a new location with hopes of offering new services. President and CEO Crystal Higbee joins us to discuss her organization and its expectations for the future.


    Meanwhile, award-winning author Mark Barie also joins us to discuss his upcoming historical fiction novel "For King, Country, and Love" set during WWI. Also stay tuned for an audio dramatization of an excerpt from his new book. All in this week's episode of the Chattin on the Ridge podcast.

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    40 mins
  • Ep. 40: Glam Pantry & Bartow Con (w/Simone McFarlane-Tucker & Sean Serdynski)

    Ep. 40: Glam Pantry & Bartow Con (w/Simone McFarlane-Tucker & Sean Serdynski)
    Jul 23 2024
    Simone McFarlane helps local teen moms become the best mothers they can be through 𝐺𝑖𝑟𝑙𝑠 𝐿𝑒𝑎𝑣𝑒 𝐴 𝑀𝑎𝑟𝑘, 𝐼𝑛𝑐. Meanwhile, Sean L. Serdynski will be hosting Bartow Con on Sat. Aug. 3 with special guest stars Vic Mignogna and Jack O'Halloran. Learn more on this week's episode of the Chattin on the Ridge podcast. Get bonus content on Patreon

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    34 mins
  • Ep. 39: Silly Socks & Trap Lords (w/Zack Kirkland & Eddie Bower)

    Ep. 39: Silly Socks & Trap Lords (w/Zack Kirkland & Eddie Bower)
    Jul 9 2024

    One is the young founder of a local non-profit who delivers gift bags to young hospital patients. The other is a local filmmaker who's released his latest comedy flick. Learn all about Zack Kirkland and Eddie Bower as they join us this episode.


    Chattin on the Ridge is a collaboration with The Daily Ridge at dailyridge.com

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    18 mins
  • Ep. 38: Kathryn "Kat" Gates-Skipper (& Updates on Past Guests)

    Ep. 38: Kathryn "Kat" Gates-Skipper (& Updates on Past Guests)
    Jun 25 2024
    Kathryn "Kat" Gates-Skipper served her country as a marine for 20 years. Now she continues to serve her country through politics. Currently, she's running to be Chairwoman of the Florida Republican Party. She joins us this episode to discuss her military and political career. (This episode also includes updates on past guests like Hayleigh Rodgers, Lauren Yeary, and Dan Miner.) Get bonus content on Patreon

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    16 mins