318 Now Podcast

Episode 39 welcomes Cinnamon Grant, President of Bayou Bully Rescue. Cinnamon informs us about the mission and services of Bayou Bully Rescue as well as how they're erasing common misconceptions about animals commonly found at high kill shelters. In addition, Josh details Small Business Saturday, which occurs Saturday, November 28th. Finally, Josh gives interesting tidbits about Thanksgiving! Thanks for downloading Episode 29 and have a Happy Thanksgiving! 

Episode 38 welcomes Megan LeBeouf, Community Manager with the American Cancer Society's Mid-South Division. Megan informs us about the exciting "No Shave November" fundraising effort that's occurring in Monroe for the month of November. Find out how you can help and have a little bearded fun in the process! In addition, Megan details the tremendous services offered by the American Cancer Society to those individuals, their families and care-givers who are impacted by cancer. If cancer has impacted your life, you've downloaded the right episode of the 318 Now Podcast! Thanks for your continued support!

Episode 37 welcomes Brown Kelley back to the 318 Now Podcast! Brown, a die hard Chicago Cubs fan, discusses the Cubs 2015 Postseason as well as previews the upcoming MLB Off-season. Will the Cubs sign an Ace to strengthen the starting rotation? Or could one of the Cubs young superstars be dealt? We give our predictions and reflect on the historic Chicago Cubs 2015 season! In addition, Josh announces the next 318 Now Podcast Facebook grand prize giveaway! Download for details on how you can win! Thanks so much for your continued support of the 318 Now Podcast!

November is National Alzheimer's Disease Awareness Month. Episode 36 focuses on raising awareness and finding a cure for this tragic disease. Alana Babb and Ashley Sims, followed by Bonnie Farmer Hay, join the podcast. Alana and Babb inform us about The Walk To End Alzheimer's, which takes place Saturday, November 14th, at Forsythe Park in Monroe. And there's even an event for your furry friends! Bonnie stops by to discuss the impact Alzheimer's has made in her life as well as details her efforts to raise awareness. Bonnie's story is inspirational and will put Alzheimer's Disease into perspective. Thanks for downloading Episode 36 and for your continued support of the 318 Now Podcast!

Episode 35 features Nielle Bush, Owner of The Spoiled Vegan and CEO of AverCom Virtual Solutions as well as Ben Mintz, Professional Poker Player, Avid NFL and College Football fan as well as guest on "Mixing It Up With Mintz" each Monday and Friday, alongside Sean Fox, on ESPN 97.7! Ben doesn't hold back on his views on today's Poker scene and the current landscapes of both the NFL and College Football and much more! Vegans, if you can't find healthy vegan foods in Monroe, you'll certainly want to listen to Episode 35 as Nielle Bush informs us about her restaurant, The Spoiled Vegan! Thanks so much for downloading Episode 35 of the 318 Now Podcast!

Episode 34 of the 318 Now Podcast features Part 2 of the Throwback Edition! Episode 34 includes highlights from Episodes 22-32, which spotlights awesome guests who were motivational, informative, consulting and entertaining! If you haven't listened to Part 1 of the Throwback Edition, download it to catch highlights from Episodes 11-21! Thanks for your continued support of the 318 Now Podcast! 

Episode 33 is Part 1 of a special Throwback Edition of the 318 Now Podcast! Whether you're a new listener or you're a long-time listener who missed an episode here and there, Episode 33 is a must-listen! Highlights from Episodes 11-21 are featured and include amazing, talented guests! Be sure and check out Part 2, Episode 34 of the Throwback Edition, this coming Friday evening! Thanks for downloading the 318 Now Podcast!

Episode 32 welcomes two entrepreneurs from the Monroe area! Angie O'Pry Blades, owner of Fiesta Nutrition, stops by to discuss the exciting offerings at Fiesta Nutrition. In addition, Angie informs us about how the health and nutrition industry has evolved since she began in it, nearly 30 years ago! Reginald Fontana, Executive Director with Pelican Trade Network, joins the podcast to detail the member-owned trade organization, Pelican Trade Network! If you're a business owner seeking a large network to connect with and have your opportunity costs met, then Pelican Trade Network may be a fit for you! Thanks for your continued support of the 318 Now Podcast!

Episode 31 is the biggest 318 Now Podcast yet! Clinton Whitney Downing, Anthony Miletello and Blake Phillips stop by to discuss the North Delta Food & Wine Festival, which takes place this coming weekend! Visit www.northdeltafoodandwinefestival.com for details! In addition, Brown Kelley joins the show to review the Chicago Cubs 2015 regular season as well as preview the 2015 MLB Playoffs, including our predictions. Will the Cubs finally win the World Series? Download Episode 31 to get our predictions! Thanks for downloading Episode 31 and for your continued support of the 318 Now Podcast! 

Episode 30 has arrived! The 318 Now Podcast celebrates its 30th episode by welcoming Michelle Saucer, Community Impact Director with United Way of Northeast Louisiana, and Jeff Crise, movie-buff and friend of the podcast, to the show! Michelle discusses United Way's READ. LEARN. SUCCEED program and how we, the 318 now area, can help! In addition, Jeff and I hop aboard the time-travel machine and travel back to 1985! We discuss 30 of our top flicks from 1985! Thanks for your support of the 318 Now Podcast!

Episode 29 isn't a Podcast, but a Pawscast! Our friends from PAWS of NE Louisiana join Episode 29. Julie Lewis, Marketing Director, and Staci Choate, Humane Education Director, stop by to inform us about the role PAWS of NE Louisiana plays in the 318 area. In addition, they discuss the awesome programs available for our furry friends and how you can help support PAWS of NE Louisiana! Thanks for downloading Episode 29 of the 318 Now "Paws"cast! 

Thanks for downloading a super-sized Episode 28 of the 318 Now Podcast! Jarod Floyd, Chief Meteorologist and Weekday Co-Anchor for KTVE NBC 10-KARD FOX 14 joins Episode 28. Jarod discusses his journey to becoming a Chief Meteorologist as well as how weather alerts and programming often coincide, for better of worse, plus his provides plenty of insight into the Meteorology field! Jarod's also a diehard Chicago Cubs fan so we discuss in 2015 Chicago Cubs in detail, including possible playoff scenarios. My discussion with Jarod is a great one so enjoy the show! 

Talons Out! Episode 27 of the 318 Now Podcast welcomes Cody Carraway, Director of Ticketing and Sales with ULM Athletics! Cody joins the show to discuss the Warhawks season opener against the Georgia Bulldogs, their upcoming home opener against Nicholls State as well as how you can support ULM Athletics by purchasing single game and season tickets! In addition, Cody and Josh discuss the Cubs/Cardinals rivalry! #RISE and support the ULM Warhawks! Thanks for your continued support of the 318 Now Podcast!

Episode 26 welcome Griffin Scott and Amy Sliger to the 318 Now Podcast! Griffin and Amy stop by to discuss their book, "Legendary Locals of Monroe" and detail the process of completing the book, including retrieving hundreds of vintage photos of Monroe's finest, most impactful citizens from past and present as well as the research involved to write it! If you're a Monroe native, resident or historian, this episode is a must-listen! Thanks for your continued support of the 318 Now Podcast! 

The 318 Now Podcast has reached the Silver Edition! Episode 25 welcomes Butch Bellah, Sales Expert, Speaker, Trainer and Author to the podcast. Butch discusses his extensive Sales career, which includes time spent in the 318 area! In addition, Butch details his special offer that's exclusive to the 318 Now Podcast listening audience! Don't miss out of this great offer that will provide valuable knowledge for your career! Thanks for downloading Episode 25 and your continued support of the 318 Now Podcast!

Episode 24 welcomes Clinton Whitney Downing and Brown Kelly to the 318 Now Podcast! Clinton stops by to discuss his work in The News Star and DeltaStyle Magazine. Also, Clinton details his active involvement in the 318 area! In addition, the unofficial Chicago Cubs correspondent of the 318 Now Podcast, Brown Kelley, joins the show to share his thoughts on the Cubs push for the Major League Baseball playoffs! Thanks for downloading Episode 24 of the 318 Now Podcast!

Episode 23 welcomes Adam McDonald, Community Development Coordinator with The Center for Children and Families as well as Michelle Williams, Recruiter with eULM. Adam discusses the Court Appointed Service Advocates (CASA) program that provides support for children. In addition, Michelle informs us about the exciting offerings at eULM. If you're looking for excitement this weekend, Josh details the 2015 Battle of the Badges event this Saturday!

Episode 22 welcomes Laurie Payne, who stops by to discuss Moms Matter, a Ministry for Single Moms, as well as her blog, Building A Better You. In addition, Houston Bass and Tommy Smith join the show to inform us about their awesome new podcast, entitled The Good Guys Filmcast. Houston and Tommy discuss what inspired them to start the Filmcast, their favorite movies as well as several other topics! Thanks for downloading the 318 Now Podcast and for your continued support! 

Episode 21 welcomes Ashley Doughty as well as Alex Powell and Ericka Mcllveene with Chennault Aviation and Military Museum. Ashley discusses exciting opportunities offered by First National Bank, Team Willpower as well as Louisiana Living, which Ashley hosts every weekday at 4pm on KARD FOX 14! In addition, Alex and Ericka discuss Chennault's upcoming Mandarin Chinese courses that will be available to the 318 area! Thanks for downloading Episode 21 and supporting the 318 Now Podcast!

We've reached Episode 20! Joel Sharpton stops by to discuss his two podcasts, "Pod on Pod" and "Me and The Geek". In addition, Joel shares which podcasters have inspired him over the years as well as his passion for theatre and voice-over work. Also, Josh discusses several upcoming events in the 318 area, including Chefs For a Cause, Policy And A Pint and Best of the Delta! Thanks for downloading the 318 Now Podcast!