In the late 1880’s, Juliette Peak Fowler dreamed of a community of care for widows and orphaned children. She traveled throughout the country researching social service agencies and learning their methods, but died before launching her dream. Her will specified that acreage she had purchased in East Dallas and a trust fund she had established were to be used for this purpose.Today's podcast is about community and how a simple dream had a ripple effect through generations. The remarkable history of Juliette Fowler Communities. Connect with us! Instagram - Facebook www.visiteastdallas.comPartner with us! connect@visiteastdallas.com

Palmer’s Chicken serves a great fried chicken sandwich with pimento cheese called the MotherClucker. But the story of its beginning is nothing but ordinary. This podcast is not about chicken, it's about sobriety. When Palmer Fortune was 33 years old, he spent 19 months in a recovery clinic in north Georgia. His life is nothing but ordinary! His story isn't just remarkable, it's inspiring.  https://www.palmershotchicken.com/ Connect with us! Instagram - Facebook www.visiteastdallas.comPartner with us! connect@visiteastdallas.com

WHETHER YOU’RE ON YOUR WAY TO OR FROM THE LAKE, OR YOU’RE JUST IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD AND CRAVING A PINT OF CRAFT BEER, YOU’VE GOT A SEAT AT WHITE ROCK ALEHOUSE & BREWERY.https://www.whiterockalehouse.com/Connect with us so the Chamber Chicks can spotlight your business!Want to know more about the East Dallas chamber?  Go to their website where you can find it all. Including this show!https://www.eastdallaschamber.com/Don't forget to share the show! Connect with us! Instagram - Facebook www.visiteastdallas.comPartner with us! connect@visiteastdallas.com

“Think of it as Whose Line Is It Anyway? meets Saturday Night Live.” -D MagazineRich, Camille and Hayes try their hand at some improv!  On today's show, Four Day Weekend Co-Founder, David Wilk Get ready to laugh and learn some improv. Go see their award-winning comedy show built around audience suggestions and participation. Tickets are $25! Voted “Best Comedy Club” and named “Best Entertainment Experience in Texas.” How amazing is that?! Connect with us! Instagram - Facebook www.visiteastdallas.comPartner with us! connect@visiteastdallas.com

A Texas transplant who has always been in pursuit of art as a career, Andrew Sherman found his calling behind the lens.He has shot bands from Sting and the Eagles to local bands you haven't even heard of yet. Andrew spent most of his adult life in Los Angeles where he pursued music and acting. He was also a part of Andy Dick and the Bitches of the Century (led by the group’s namesake member, Andy Dick).In 2016 Andrew took a few video editing classes at community College and landed a gig as the editor of the Chevy Music Showcase. An introduction to video editing, the opportunity also opened his eyes to the Texas music scene.Andrew moved to Dallas, bought a camera, and has now become one of Dallas’ oft-published music photographers in local media. Andrew is the house photographer for Deep Ellum Art Company as well as many other regular clients.  He recently started hosting the Dallas Famous Podcast available on Deep Ellum Radio and all the major podcast platforms.Connect with us! Instagram - Facebook www.visiteastdallas.comPartner with us! connect@visiteastdallas.com

Meet Chris Lacquement, Owner of Whiterock Pet Grooming. He's an East Dallas resident and he's here to talk about pet health. There are many surprises concerning your pet's health. Things you may not be aware of. It's National Pet Month so we're going to focus on our furry babies! As a husband, father, and avid animal lover, Chris takes pride in being able to bring professional grooming services to our neighborhood and provide a higher level of care and attention to each pet. Want to know more about them? Go to whiterockpetgrooming.com for more information. Connect with us! Instagram - Facebook www.visiteastdallas.comPartner with us! connect@visiteastdallas.com

Yes, you heard that right! Meet the East Dallas Chamber Chicks! Megan Dennen and Rheanna Avila.   Every other Thursday, starting in two weeks, the East Dallas Chamber (and the Chamber Chicks) will spotlight a local business. After all, we're all about supporting our community, so highlighting businesses makes sense right? In these short segments we'll learn about local businesses are and more importantly, who's behind them. Want us to put put a spotlight on your business? Connect with us to know more.Want to know more about the East Dallas chamber?  Go to their website where you can find it all. Including this show!https://www.eastdallaschamber.com/Don't forget to share the show! Connect with us! Instagram - Facebook www.visiteastdallas.comPartner with us! connect@visiteastdallas.com

On today's podcast!  Good Local Markets is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that proudly organizes producer-only community farmers markets in Dallas which support local farmers, ranchers, beekeepers, bakers, makers, and artist! The  farmers market builds community and increases education about eating locally and seasonally in North Texas,  while creating economic opportunity. Good Local Markets increases access to fresh local foods, creates jobs, encourages healthy social interactions, and supports diversified use of farmland. The markets have resulted in long-term direct-marketing opportunities for North Central Texas farms and food businesses, strengthening the local food economy.Want to know more?! OFFICE9543 Losa DriveDallas, TX 75218MARKET LOCATIONSSaturday: 1450 Old Gate LaneDallas, TX 75218Sunday: 6434 E Mockingbird LaneDallas, TX 75214info@goodlocalmarkets.orgConnect with us! Instagram - Facebook www.visiteastdallas.comPartner with us! connect@visiteastdallas.com

On today's show, Natalie Huscheck tells the story of why she started a coffee shop. Not just any coffee shop, but a nonprofit that changes lives. She is a shining example of how we should all be! Joining her on the show is Hannah Dorsey. A woman who Natalie was able to help through her Coffee Shop. Hannah tells her incredible story.Well Grounded Coffee Community blends coffee with philanthropy. They run a coffee shop on Garland Rd in Dallas, but the mission is to transform lives through a process of work, education, community and faith.Well Grounded Coffee Community is the vehicle that creates opportunity for individuals who are barely surviving life and helps them reach a higher level of purpose and social contribution.  Want to support their mission? Swing by! Grab and Coffee! 9219 Garland Rd Suite # 2109Dallas, TX 75218(214) 918-3538Connect with us! Instagram - Facebook www.visiteastdallas.comPartner with us! connect@visiteastdallas.com

The Ferguson Road Initiative is a grassroots community-based organization comprised of HOAs, Neighborhood Associations, Crime Watch, Volunteer-in-Patrol groups, law enforcement, nonprofits, apartments, businesses, faith-based groups, schools, and other concerned constituencies, all working towards accomplishing a shared mission and vision.Listen in as Vikki J. Martin explains why this is so important to our community and why they need all the help they can get. Go to https://www.fergusonroad.org to find out more and most importantly, how you can get involved. Connect with us! Instagram - Facebook www.visiteastdallas.comPartner with us! connect@visiteastdallas.com