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Building Bellingham

Podcast by Leo Cohen

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About Building Bellingham

What does it take to build a business in Whatcom County? Each month, host Leo Cohen sits down with the people behind your favorite Bellingham businesses to discover who they are, how they got started, what inspires them, and how they overcame the challenges they've faced along the way.

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58 episodes

episode Bradley Lockhart, Lariat Creative & NW Corner Goods | Season 7, Episode 8 (Season Finale) artwork

Bradley Lockhart, Lariat Creative & NW Corner Goods | Season 7, Episode 8 (Season Finale)

Meet Bradley Lockhart. Whatcom County local, creator of the Bellingham Flag and the brains behind many local business' branding and logos. In this episode, Brad talks to us about his journey to digital media, animation and curating an icon of Bellingham iconography with our official city flag. We get into what it's like finding that balance between a client's vision and needs and where you as a creative toe the line with your own ideas. Plus, we get into more talk of flags with Brad's rendition for a Washington State and Seattle flag, his love for pinball machines, being part of a local punk band, and getting to work with an organization like Children of the Setting Sun. Enjoy the episode! Learn more about Brad's work and get yourself some Bellingham merch: 🌐 Lariat Creative | Website: https://lariatcreative.com/ [https://lariatcreative.com/] 🌐 Lariat Creative | Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lariatcreative/ [https://www.instagram.com/lariatcreative/] 🌐 NW Corner Goods | Shop: https://www.nwcornergoods.com/ [https://www.nwcornergoods.com/] 🌐 NW Corner Goods | Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nw_corner/ [https://www.instagram.com/nw_corner/] - Building Bellingham is a community podcast produced by the Bellingham Real Estate Co. Our Crew: * Producer & Audio Editor | Taylor Beal * Video Production | Cooper Hansley * Host | Leo Cohen Follow the show: 🌐 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/building.bellingham/ [https://www.instagram.com/building.bellingham/] 🌐 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/building.bellingham [https://www.facebook.com/building.bellingham] 🌐 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@buildingbellingham [https://www.tiktok.com/@buildingbellingham]

24 Apr 2026 - 1 h 6 min
episode Stephanie Morrell, Bellingham Bells Organization | Season 7, Episode 7 artwork

Stephanie Morrell, Bellingham Bells Organization | Season 7, Episode 7

Meet Stephanie Morrell, President and General Manager of the Bellingham Bells. Stephanie came to Bellingham at 18 years old to attend Western, and after working for the Bellingham Herald post-graduation, she joined the Bells in 2013 as their Marketing Director. Not too long after, she moved into the General Manager role in 2016 before additionally taking on her role as President in 2024, making this year her 13th with the Bells. In this episode, Stephanie talks to us about the importance of keeping it local at Joe Martin stadium, what the economic ins and outs of running a collegiate-based team look like, as well as what the experience of hitting a moving target that is running a sports organization in an arts-focused community. Plus, we hear a little insight into how they curate an electric experience for everyone who comes to the ballpark and not just die hard sports fans, and Leo takes a swing at seeing how he can be Dinger for a game. Enjoy the episode! Learn more about the Bellingham Bells & watch a game this season: 🌐 Website: https://bellinghambells.com/ [https://bellinghambells.com/] 🌐 Instagram: https://instagram.com/bhambells [https://instagram.com/bhambells] 🌐 Facebook: https://facebook.com/BellsBaseball [https://facebook.com/BellsBaseball] - Building Bellingham is a community podcast produced by the Bellingham Real Estate Co. Our Crew: * Producer & Audio Editor | Taylor Beal * Video Production | Cooper Hansley * Host | Leo Cohen Follow the show: 🌐 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/building.bellingham/ [https://www.instagram.com/building.bellingham/] 🌐 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/building.bellingham [https://www.facebook.com/building.bellingham] 🌐 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@buildingbellingham [https://www.tiktok.com/@buildingbellingham]

20 Mar 2026 - 50 min
episode Jake Gobeille & Brad Sakali, Beach Cat Brewing | Season 7, Episode 6 artwork

Jake Gobeille & Brad Sakali, Beach Cat Brewing | Season 7, Episode 6

Meet Jake Gobeille & Brad Sakali. Jake is a co-owner and co-founder of Beach Cat while Brad is master of all things Marketing. In this episode, Jake talks about what Beach Cat's journey to opening a brewery in Birch Bay, WA amidst a pandemic shutdown looked like, the hockey stick of an experience their business went through that has led to a second location in Bellingham, his hopes he has for our local beer scene and why Beach Cat is dedicated to making craft brewing more accessible to our community. We also hear from Brad on the how Beach Cat authentically connects with customers via social media, the importance of accessible community events, and how knowing your regulars makes an impact on their decision to participate in your third space. It's an hour full of laughter, life lessons and candid conversation about how Beach Cat is curating community at their breweries. Enjoy the episode! Learn more about Beach Cat Brewing: 🌐 Website: https://www.beachcatbrewing.com/ [https://www.beachcatbrewing.com/] 🌐 Instagram (North Paw, Birch Bay): https://www.instagram.com/beachcatbrewing.bbay/?g=5 [https://www.instagram.com/beachcatbrewing.bbay/?g=5] 🌐 Instagram (South Paw, Bellingham): https://www.instagram.com/beachcatbrewing.bham/?g=5 [https://www.instagram.com/beachcatbrewing.bham/?g=5] 🌐 Facebook (North Paw, Birch Bay): https://www.facebook.com/BeachCatBrewing.bbay [https://www.facebook.com/BeachCatBrewing.bbay] 🌐 Facebook (South Paw, Bellingham): https://www.facebook.com/BeachCatBrewing.bham [https://www.facebook.com/BeachCatBrewing.bham] - Building Bellingham is a community podcast produced by the Bellingham Real Estate Co. Our Crew: * Producer & Audio Editor | Taylor Beal * Video Production | Cooper Hansley * Host | Leo Cohen Follow the show: 🌐 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/building.bellingham/ [https://www.instagram.com/building.bellingham/] 🌐 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/building.bellingham [https://www.facebook.com/building.bellingham] 🌐 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@buildingbellingham [https://www.tiktok.com/@buildingbellingham]

20 Feb 2026 - 1 h 15 min
episode Kolby LaBree - Good Time Girls, Bellinghistory Tours | Season 7, Episode 5 artwork

Kolby LaBree - Good Time Girls, Bellinghistory Tours | Season 7, Episode 5

Meet Kolby LaBree. Tour Guide and Co-Owner of the Good Time Girls Bellinghistory Tours crew here in town. In this episode, Kolby talks about what it's like to lead a small team, how the tours come together, and the wide range of local history that the Good Time Girls cover. She talks about how truth in history is always-evolving and how much she loves the spooky cryptid tales alongside the real-life lore that exists in Bellingham. Plus, she tells with us what some of her favorite historic buildings in town are, as well as shares some of her own personal Bellinghistory. Enjoy the episode! Learn more about Good Time Girls & Kolby: 🌐 Bellinghistory With the Good Time Girls Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/0nJyNpDwfWumnBavP4YOVF?si=cc257417ea7b44e3 [https://open.spotify.com/show/0nJyNpDwfWumnBavP4YOVF?si=cc257417ea7b44e3] 🌐 Website: https://bellinghistory.com/ [https://bellinghistory.com/] 🌐 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/goodtimegirlstours/ [https://www.instagram.com/goodtimegirlstours/] 🌐 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/goodtimegirlsbellingham/ [https://www.facebook.com/goodtimegirlsbellingham/] - Building Bellingham is a community podcast produced by the Bellingham Real Estate Co. Our Crew: * Producer & Audio Editor | Taylor Beal * Video Production | Cooper Hansley * Host | Leo Cohen Follow the show: 🌐 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/building.bellingham/ [https://www.instagram.com/building.bellingham/] 🌐 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/building.bellingham [https://www.facebook.com/building.bellingham] 🌐 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@buildingbellingham [https://www.tiktok.com/@buildingbellingham]

23 Jan 2026 - 1 h 2 min
episode Matt Shaver - Foundation Restoration | Season 7 Episode 4 artwork

Matt Shaver - Foundation Restoration | Season 7 Episode 4

Meet Matt Shaver. Founder and President of Foundation Restoration. In this episode, Matt covers everything from his experience playing college basketball to his transition to Bellingham, his journey with Foundation Restoration and how experiences with previous professions gave him insight on why he runs his company differently. He talks about the importance of integrity, being of service to others, about the importance of investing in one's community and showing up no matter what. And, we get to hear a little bit more about how he dipped into the music scene with band management, and even hear a little bit of his Mongolian Throat Singing too! Enjoy the episode! Learn more about Foundation Restoration & Matt: 🌐 Website: https://www.foundationrestoration.com/ [https://www.foundationrestoration.com/] 🌐 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/unclemattshaver/ [https://www.instagram.com/unclemattshaver/] - Building Bellingham is a community podcast produced by the Bellingham Real Estate Co. Our Crew: * Producer & Audio Editor | Taylor Beal * Video Production | Cooper Hansley * Host | Leo Cohen Follow the show: 🌐 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/building.bellingham/ [https://www.instagram.com/building.bellingham/] 🌐 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/building.bellingham [https://www.facebook.com/building.bellingham] 🌐 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@buildingbellingham [https://www.tiktok.com/@buildingbellingham]

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