FXBG Neighbors Podcast

Fredericksburg Neighbors Podcast

FXBG Neighbors Podcast is a business podcast hosted by Dori Stewart, with 201 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Dori Stewart hosts FXBG Neighbors Podcast, a business show with 201 episodes published.

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  Episode #199

  EP #199 What Happens When A Backyard Trail Becomes A Public Treasure

  Jul 30, 202612 minS1

  A forgotten railroad can become a community’s front porch, and the Dahlgren Railroad Heritage Trail is a perfect example. I’m joined by Laurie Schlemm, president of the trail, to tell the story of a 16-mile corridor in King George County, Virginia that started in 1942 as a World War II rail line and is now drawing walkers, cyclists, families, and photographers from across the region. If you’ve heard locals talk about “the DHRT,” you’ll finally understand why it keeps showing up in trail photos and weekend plans. We dig into how one especially striking mile runs through the area now connected to Caledon State Park, where wetlands, birds, and a canopy of trees make the trail feel like a shaded sanctuary. Laurie shares what visitors can expect on the most photographed stretch, what makes the wildlife viewing special, and why the nearby bald eagle nesting grounds make this part of Virginia such a standout for nature lovers. Then we get practical about what it takes to protect outdoor spaces for the long term. Laurie explains the behind-the-scenes push to bring the Dahlgren Railroad Heritage Trail into the Virginia State Park System, why permits and usage numbers matter, and how a trail can help create real weekend tourism that benefits local businesses. Subscribe, share this with your favorite trail buddy, and leave a review telling us: what would make you plan a weekend around a rail trail? Laurie Schlemm Dahlgren Railroad Heritage Trail dahlgrentrail.org dahlgrenrrheritagetrail@gmail.com P.O. Box 53, King George, VA

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  Episode #200

  EP #200 Comfort Keepers Fredericksburg And The Care Families Need

  Jul 30, 202622 minS1

  Waiting for a “something happened” moment is how a lot of families stumble into home care, and it’s usually the most stressful way to do it. I’m joined by Amber Cisneros, local owner of Comfort Keepers Fredericksburg, to unpack what non-medical in-home care actually looks like day to day and how a small amount of support can make home safer without taking away independence. We talk through the full spectrum of help families can request, from light housekeeping and companionship to overnight and 24-hour support, including care for people facing Alzheimer’s, chronic illness, disabilities, or recovery challenges. Amber shares why easing into care earlier helps reduce resistance, builds trust between caregivers and families, and creates a plan that can grow as needs change. We also dig into the realities of running a people-first caregiving business and why caregivers deserve far more respect than the stereotypes they sometimes face. Amber also explains how she became a business owner after a long corporate career, what she learned from caring for her grandmother with Alzheimer’s, and why integrity and accountability matter when you’re being invited into someone’s home. If you’re caring for an aging parent, she offers a simple message: ask for help, even if it’s just a few hours of respite so you can breathe. Find Comfort Keepers by visiting comfortkeepers.com and searching your zip code, and if you need guidance even beyond home care, Amber encourages you to reach out for resources. Subscribe, share this with someone who’s carrying the load, and leave a review so more Fredericksburg families can find support. Amber Cisneros Comfort Keepers comfortkeepers.com fredericksburgva@comfortkeepers.com +1 540-370-0008 304 Westwood Office Park, Fredericksburg, VA

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  Episode #201

  EP #201 How Yet Stand Helps People Notice What They Feel

  Jul 30, 202614 minS1

  Stress doesn’t usually announce itself. It shows up as irritability, shutdown, overwhelm, and that quiet feeling of “something’s off” you can’t name. We’re joined by Elaine Crocker, founder of Yet Stand Inc, a Fredericksburg VA nonprofit built to make mental health awareness practical, everyday, and stigma-free. Elaine explains what Yet Stand actually does: helping people slow down, check in with what they’re thinking and feeling, and use simple tools like breathing to steady the body so the mind can catch up. We talk about Yet Stand’s “power chats” and why interactive, trauma-informed workshops matter, especially for youth mental health. Through a partnership with Stafford County schools, the organization brings these conversations directly to students, with a goal of expanding beyond high schools into middle and elementary grades. Elaine also shares the personal story behind the mission, including childhood trauma, years of addiction, and the long road of therapy, training, and recovery that turned pain into purpose. If you’ve ever thought about launching a nonprofit, her advice is blunt and helpful: be ready, get clear on your purpose, expect your focus to evolve, and take compliance and reporting seriously. We close with ways the community can support Yet Stand, from donations and events to getting involved with the board. Subscribe for more local Fredericksburg stories, share this with someone who needs a reset, and leave a review to help neighbors find us. Elaine Crocker Yet Stand yetstand.org yetstand@gmail.com +1 571-393-1693

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  Episode #198

  EP #198 The Pink Flower Project Keeps Students Stocked And Shame Free

  Jul 30, 202612 minS1

  A lot of community problems sound abstract until you picture a student standing in a school hallway, needing period products right now. That’s the gap The Pink Flower Project is closing across the Fredericksburg and Spotsylvania area, and our conversation with Shelby and Andrea makes it impossible to ignore how practical and urgent this work really is. Their 501(c)(3) nonprofit supports 89 schools and keeps growing, serving Spotsylvania, Caroline, King George, Fredericksburg City, Stafford, and Orange with menstrual products delivered directly to school clinics. We talk through the real origin story, from a Pinterest idea and one “boy mom” putting supplies in her son’s backpack, to a community-led network built on Facebook, volunteers, and consistent donations. Shelby and Andrea walk us through how their stuffing party works like an assembly line: pack the bags, box them per school, line up delivery volunteers, and get supplies in place early because a student can need help on day one. They also explain their Amazon wish list of approved items, plus the small details that matter, like colorful bags and stickers that help a stressful moment feel a little less heavy. Then we get into the numbers and the misconceptions. They’re clear that they’re not providing medical education, but they are normalizing periods and reducing shame with simple, reliable access. And the cost is eye-opening: about $17,500 in donations just to get one box to every school, before refills. If you care about period poverty, student dignity, and keeping kids in class, this is a local story with real impact. Subscribe, share this with a Fredericksburg-area neighbor, and leave a review so more people can find The Pink Flower Project and support the work. Shelby Gilliam and Andrea Harder The Pink Flower Project thepinkflowerproject.org Thepinkflowerproject@gmail.com

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  Episode #192

  EP #192 How Pilates My Way Builds Strength Without Mirrors

  Jul 28, 202614 minS1

  You’ve probably heard Pilates is “easy” or “just for women” and if that’s what’s kept you away, we need to clear the air. I’m joined by Dr. Kimberly Brown-Mason, founder of Pilates My Way, a boutique Reformer Pilates studio in Fredericksburg, Virginia with a simple promise: the slow burn that changes everybody. We talk about what Reformer Pilates actually trains (strength, mobility, flexibility, and control) and why her small-group coaching model helps people feel confident even when they’re brand new. Kimberly also shares her personal journey as a retired U.S. Army lieutenant colonel, including how Pilates became a tool for healing and a path back to purpose after leaving the military. That lived experience shapes the studio culture in a real way, from meeting members where they are to creating a space without mirrors so people can focus on how their bodies feel instead of how they look. If you’ve ever walked into a fitness class and wondered, “Am I doing it right?” you’ll understand why this approach matters. We also dig into entrepreneurship lessons for anyone thinking about starting a business. Kimberly explains why she chose not to go the franchise route, how networking and local chambers can support small business growth, and what it looks like to build a brand that serves the community on your own terms. She highlights the Move Forward Pilates Foundation and the mission to provide free Pilates for 80 to 100% disabled veterans, plus opportunities to apply, donate, or volunteer. If you enjoy local business stories, fitness that actually feels doable, and community-first leadership, subscribe, share this with a friend, and leave a review so more Fredericksburg neighbors can find the show. Dr. Kimberly Brown-Mason Pilates My Way pilatesmyway.com info@pilatesmyway.com 10827 Courthouse Road, Fredericksburg, VA, United States, 22408

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