We sit down with Amy Miller to hear how Standard Deluxe in Waverly grows from a screen-printing shop into a Southern cultural hub and a beloved stop on the touring circuit. We dig into the 25th anniversary Old 280 Boogie lineup and why the grounds feel like a place where visual art and live music naturally meet.

• celebrating 35 years of Standard Deluxe in rural Waverly, Alabama
• Scott Peek’s approach to preserving and repurposing old buildings into artistic grounds
• the silkscreen print shop as the roots of the business and a global client engine
• how DIY pop-up shows evolve into a proper music venue
• two stages and two listening experiences, from the little house room to the outdoor yard
• Old 280 Boogie April 18–19 and what makes the 25th anniversary special
• lineup highlights
• what Amy wishes more people knew, that Standard Deluxe is where visual art and music unite
• how to keep up with shows, events, and open hours via the website and social

standarddeluxe.com

A 114-year-old fertilizer company shows how tradition and smart pivots keep a community growing, from cattle pastures to neighborhood lawns. We share how family ownership, agronomy know-how, and simple guidance help people overcome fear and start.

• origins in 1910 and four generations of family ownership
• what the company does from custom farm applications to retail support
• the Piedmont region’s soil and the peacock brand history
• Mike’s path through nonprofit, logistics and management
• balancing farms with growing landscaping and retail demand
• practical encouragement to start small and learn the basics
• open to the public for single-bag purchases and quick coaching
• location, website and ways to connect

www.piedmontfertilizer.com

We sit down with Pauline Phillips of Integrated Body Health to explore gentle, evidence-informed wellness that starts with food and lifestyle and expands into colon hydrotherapy, biofeedback, and microbiome support. We debunk common myths, share client-led safety practices, and talk about building a mission-driven clinic rooted in trust.

• one-stop integrated wellness model with gentle modalities
• colon hydrotherapy safety, flow rates, and closed system
• food and lifestyle as the first line of support
• biofeedback with SpectroVision and meridian-based matching
• microbiome protocols and practical hydration guidance
• client-led sessions to reduce fear and increase comfort
• small, sustainable changes over quick fixes
• entrepreneurship, faith, and growing a community of practitioners
• respecting every body and empowering through knowledge
• where to find Integrated Body Health online
www.integratedbodyhealth.com

We share how Austin’s life and a years-long search for answers led the Terlings to build a foundation for families facing rare disease. We dig into research partnerships, caregiver training, and the Aces for Austin golf scramble that turns community into impact.

• one in ten Americans affected by rare disease
• Austin’s UBA5 journey from birth to diagnosis
• the four pillars: research, awareness, change, support
• insurance gaps and noncovered equipment and therapies
• funding drug repurposing for UBA5
• support for UAB’s Undiagnosed Diseases Program
• Children’s of Alabama PICU expansion and COACHES training
• Aces for Austin event details and growth
• volunteer-run model and near net-zero event costs
• how stories personalize statistics and drive action

Austin1stfoundation.org

We explore how AO Tourism attracts visitors while improving daily life for locals, from sports tournaments and conferences to art, food, and outdoor events. Cat shares her path from intern to Director of Communications and Marketing, clears up misconceptions, and tells a moving story of turning hardship into a community run.

• AO Tourism’s mission and lodging tax funding
• Key drivers: University, Grand National, Chewacla, downtown Opelika
• Why tourism benefits residents as well as visitors
• How the team differs from a chamber model
• New Auburn office, Opelika visitor experience, local art gallery
• Cat’s career path and leadership approach
• How to bring conferences and tournaments to Auburn–Opelika
• Growing staff and capacity to serve the region
• Where to connect: aotourism.com and social channels

www.aotourism.com

We trace Dr. Susan Westerlund’s path from delivering babies to leading a thriving gynecology and wellness practice focused on menopause care and hormone therapy. We break down what modern evidence says about estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone for women and men.

• office-based gynecology focus after years in obstetrics
• expansion from Columbus to Auburn and growing demand
• perimenopause explained as a gradual transition
• wide symptom range including sleep and mood changes
• WHI study myths clarified and corrected
• benefits of bioidentical estradiol and micronized progesterone
• heart, bone, and brain protection with timely therapy
• role of testosterone for women’s libido and focus
• organic growth into men’s care and couples wellness
• how to get in touch and where to find appointments

westerwellhealth.com

We share how Ru's Roots Foundation became a free adaptive gym serving preteens through adults with different needs and why community after high school matters. Hannah opens up about turning grief into a legacy, breaking access barriers, and inviting volunteers and donors to join the work.

• free adaptive fitness for teens and adults with different needs
• location and how to visit the facility
• why post-school community and structure matter
• origin story rooted in faith and loss
• breaking ADA fears and building inclusive design
• volunteer-powered classes with one-to-one support
• programs like boxing, jiu-jitsu and weight training
• how to donate, volunteer or enroll

rus-roots.org

We talk with Executive Director Tabitha Vasilas about how Youth For Christ reaches unchurched teens in East Alabama through school clubs and juvenile justice ministry, and why local partnerships are vital. Tabitha shares her faith journey, common myths, the needs of today’s youth, and concrete ways to get involved.

• mission to build authentic Christ‑sharing relationships with 11–19 year olds
• campus life clubs as entry points to trust
• weekly outreach in group homes, detention centers, and prison
• not replacing churches, placing students in churches
• why local volunteers, prayer teams, and donors matter
• Tabitha’s path from sports and social work to ministry leadership
• addressing spiritual warfare while staying on mission
• teens’ hunger for truth and need for multi‑generational mentors
• how to serve as a volunteer, board member, or partner

eastalabamayfc.org