The Southern Shmooze

Ep. 10 | Charlie Mancini - C. Grain Furniture

In this episode of The Southern Shmooze, Grant sits down with Charlie Mancini, founder of C. Grain Furniture. They talk about the art of handcrafted furniture, what goes into building heirloom-quality pieces, and why solid wood craftsmanship still matters in today’s world. Charlie shares how he got started, his approach to custom design, and what it’s like turning a passion for woodworking into a thriving business. They also discuss entrepreneurship, balancing creativity with business, and the value of investing in furniture that’s built to last for generations. 👉 Check out Charlie and C. Grain Furniture online at The Southern Shmooze Directory⁠ 👉 Visit Charlie’s website at C. Grain Furniture⁠ 👉 Join the Facebook Group: The Southern Shmooze Facebook Group⁠ 👉 Subscribe to The Southern Shmooze Newsletter: The Southern Shmooze Newsletter⁠ If you’re enjoying The Southern Shmooze, it would mean a lot if you took a second to follow, rate, and leave a review. It helps more Atlanta neighbors discover the show and support local businesses.

Ep. 09 | Ben Morris – Rescue Restoration

In this episode of The Southern Shmooze, Grant sits down with Ben Morris, owner of Rescue Restoration of Atlanta. They talk about what it takes to restore homes and businesses after water damage, fire damage, mold issues, and other unexpected disasters. Ben shares stories from the field, explains how homeowners can prepare for emergencies, and offers practical advice for navigating the restoration process when the unexpected happens. They also discuss entrepreneurship, building trust in the community, and why serving Atlanta families with honesty and urgency is at the heart of everything Rescue Restoration does. 👉 Check out Ben and Rescue Restoration of Atlanta online at https://shmoozeatl.com/directory#!biz/id/695e79b77bc8306f910f80e0 [https://shmoozeatl.com/directory#!biz/id/695e79b77bc8306f910f80e0] 👉 Join the Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thesouthernshmooze [https://www.facebook.com/groups/thesouthernshmooze] 👉 Subscribe to The Southern Shmooze Newsletter: https://thesouthernshmooze.substack.com/ [https://thesouthernshmooze.substack.com/] If you’re enjoying The Southern Shmooze, it would mean a lot if you took a second to follow, rate, and leave a review. It helps more Atlanta neighbors discover the show and support local businesses.

Ep. 08 | Bentley Hudgins – Democratic nominee for Georgia's House District 90

In this episode of The Southern Shmooze, Grant sits down with Bentley Hudgins. They talk about grass-roots community organizing, human rights, the power of standing up for our neighbors, and how everyday people can make a lasting positive impact right here in Atlanta. Bentley shares their journey as a community builder and advocate, discussing how we can work together to support local working families, protect local voices, and build a stronger, more equitable future for Atlanta neighborhoods. 👉 Check out Bently online at https://bentleyforus.com/ [https://bentleyforus.com/] 👉 Join the Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thesouthernshmooze [https://www.facebook.com/groups/thesouthernshmooze] 👉 Subscribe to The Southern Shmooze Newsletter: https://thesouthernshmooze.substack.com/ [https://thesouthernshmooze.substack.com/] If you're enjoying The Southern Shmooze, it would mean a lot if you took a second to follow, rate, and leave a review. It helps more Atlanta neighbors discover the show and support local businesses.

Ep. 07 | Taylor Schultz – Native Scapes

In this episode of The Southern Shmooze, Grant sits down with Taylor Schultz of Native Scapes. They talk about sustainable landscaping, native plants, creating beautiful outdoor spaces that support local ecosystems, and how homeowners can make a positive impact right in their own backyards. Taylor shares how Native Scapes helps people transform traditional lawns into thriving, environmentally friendly landscapes that require less water, support pollinators, and bring more biodiversity to Atlanta neighborhoods. (nativescapesga.com [http://nativescapesga.com]) 👉 View Taylor on The Southern Shmooze Directory: https://www.thesouthernshmooze.com/directory#!biz/id/6898919150d006c131047bf4 [https://www.thesouthernshmooze.com/directory#!biz/id/6898919150d006c131047bf4] 👉 Join the Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thesouthernshmooze [https://www.facebook.com/groups/thesouthernshmooze] 👉 Subscribe to The Southern Shmooze Newsletter: https://thesouthernshmooze.substack.com/ [https://thesouthernshmooze.substack.com/] If you're enjoying The Southern Shmooze, it would mean a lot if you took a second to follow, rate, and leave a review. It helps more Atlanta neighbors discover the show and support local businesses.

Ep. 06 | Brendon Ford – Your Handyman Atlanta

In this episode of The Southern Shmooze, Grant sits down with Brendon Ford of YourHandymanAtlanta.com [http://YourHandymanAtlanta.com]. They talk about the world of handyman work, home repairs, what goes into delivering reliable service, how Brendon got started with Your Handyman Atlanta, and what it takes to build a trusted business through strong customer relationships and quality work. It’s a great conversation about entrepreneurship, homeownership, and growing a business through community connections. 👉 View Brendon on The Southern Shmooze Directory: https://www.thesouthernshmooze.com/directory#!biz/id/67bcdf9926d004275106b271 [https://www.thesouthernshmooze.com/directory#!biz/id/67bcdf9926d004275106b271] 👉 Join the Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thesouthernshmooze [https://www.facebook.com/groups/thesouthernshmooze] 👉 Subscribe to The Southern Shmooze Newsletter: https://thesouthernshmooze.substack.com/ [https://thesouthernshmooze.substack.com/] If you’re enjoying The Southern Shmooze, it would mean a lot if you took a second to follow, rate, and leave a review. It helps more Atlanta neighbors discover the show and support local businesses.