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#79 – Scott Sherrill: History, Agriculture, Education, Firefighting, Quizbowl/MACC, Appalachia
In this episode, Ethan interviews Mr. Scott Sherrill, history teacher at Carroll County Middle School, volunteer firefighter, and MACC coach. They discuss his early education, his passions for agriculture and history, and his decision to become an educator. They cover his involvement with the volunteer fire departments and coaching academic teams like Scholastic Bowl and…
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#78 – Kathleen Simms: Lyme Disease, Ticks, Treatment, ILADS, Research
In this episode, Ethan interviews Mrs. Kathleen Simms, local expert on Lyme and associated Tick-borne diseases. They discuss her son’s story with the disease, their struggle to find treatment, and the long term impacts of untreated Lyme. Then, they new research on the proper treatment of short term and chronic Lyme, vaccines, local practitioners knowledgeable…
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#77 – Jared Heath: AlthaTechnology, USMC, Infantry, Embassy Guard, Iraq, Syria, Business, Computers, Running, Faith
In this episode, Ethan interviews Mr. Jared Heath, USMC veteran and owner of AlthaTechnology. A Maine native, he joined the Marine Corps as an Infantryman and served two tours in Iraq. After re-upping, he switched to being an Marine Security Guard, or an Embassy Guard. There, he recounts stories from being in Finland, Cuba, and…
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#76 – Jeff Garrison: Presbyterianism, History, Amateur Radio, Travels, Education
In this episode, Ethan interviews Reverend Jeff Garrison, minister at Bluemont and Mayberry Presbyterian Churches. They discuss his early life and education, career into ministry, touch on some theology, and then dive into his doctoral dissertation on religious history in the west while touching on the Second Great Awakening. Next, they discuss their involvement in…
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#75 – Cary Simms: Rotary International, Friends of the Blue Ridge, Community Service, Culture, Faith
In this episode, Ethan interviews Mr. Cary Simms, Rotary District 7570 Youth Exchange Chair and Friends of the Blue Ridge Fisher Peak Chapter Chair. They discuss how to get involved with the two organizations, explain their history and purpose, the projects they are involved with, and the benefits of volunteering for one’s community. After, Mr.…
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#74 – Cam Coble: Amateur Radio, N4NRV Club, Getting Licensed, Preparedness, Antennas, Electronics
In this episode, Ethan interviews Mr. Cam Coble, Amateur Radio Operator and President of the N4NRV Amateur Radio Club. They discuss his introduction to the hobby, CB radios, the process of getting his license, and joining his local club. After, Mr. Coble outlines his journey to becoming Club President, his goals and aspirations for the…
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#73 – Karen Baker: Congress, Judge, Lawyer, Nurse, Democrat, Activism, Healthcare, Broadband
In this episode, Ethan interviews Mrs. Karen Baker, Democratic Candidate for the House of Representatives (HD-9). They discuss her education, experience as a trial lawyer for the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, Administrative Law Judge, and Registered Nurse. She recounts stories from her time as a lawyer, her decision to step into a judgeship, and her…
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#72 – Farewell
As Luke leaves for college, the hosts have decided that now is a good time to pause the podcast. They are very thankful for the opportunity to interview countless wonderful people and for the amazing support from the community. They would like to extend a special thanks to Dr. Ronnie G. Collins for his support…
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#71 – Luke Watson: Carroll County, History, Government, Running, Reading, Education, Hard Work, Love
In this episode, Ethan interviews Mr. Luke Watson, his close friend and co-host of The Ridge Podcast. They discuss Luke’s early upbringing, love for Carroll County and its schools, and then discuss his future plans. They discuss the impact COVID had on his education, how running has changed his life, and his love for books,…
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#70 – Chuck Thompson: Education, Principal, Lung Transplant Story, Family, Gratitude
In this episode, Ethan and Luke interview Mr. Chuck Thompson, head principal of Carroll County High School. They discuss his early life, time in school, and his college experience. They also talk about some hard losses he had suffered early in life and how he dealt with them. Next, they discuss the day-to-day of being…
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#69 – Jay Holderfield: Education, Music, Sports, Faith, Family, History, Coaching, Community
In this episode, Ethan and Luke interview Mr. Jay Holderfield, assistant principal, musician, worship leader and former history teacher. They discuss his upbringing in Carroll County, his time at CCHS, his education at NRCC and Virginia Tech, his Master’s Degree where he had the opportunity to support all the Olympic category sports at Virginia Tech…
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#68 – Patrick Sharp: Coaching, Basketball, Running, Biking, Teaching, Faith
In this episode, Ethan and Luke interview Coach Patrick Sharp, former teacher and coach at Carroll County High School. They cover his time playing college basketball, and his decision to get a job as a teacher. He discusses his time as a Basketball, Track, and Cross Country coach and then explains his coaching methodology. They…
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#67 – Shannon Dalton: English, Literature, Radio, Journalism, Culture, Education, Community Service
In this episode, Ethan and Luke interview Mrs. Shannon Dalton, educator, coach, parent, and philanthropist. She discusses her time at Randolph-Macon Woman’s College, working in radio, journalism, and her high school experience. She talks about her experiences teaching in Richmond and contrasts it to teaching at CCHS. After, they discuss various notable pieces of literature,…
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#66 – Sean Blanton/Rum Bum: Running, Training, Racing, Nutrition, Mindset, Equipment
In this episode, Ethan and Luke interview Sean Blanton aka Run Bum, ultra-marathoner and owner of Rum Bum Tours. They discuss his introduction to running, how he trains, and some races he has attempted including the Florida Trail Fastest Known Time (FKT). They also discuss his preferred equipment, nutrition, and reveals secrets into the best…
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#65 – Donna Ogle: Literature, English, Writing, College, Education, CCHS, WCC, Communication
In this episode, Ethan and Luke interview Mrs. Donna Ogle, educator at CCHS and WCC. They discuss her early childhood, her father’s military service, time in Wythe County Public Schools and WCC, her decision to leave school and eventually go back, and her time earning her Master’s degree while working full time and being a…