Western Wayne News Podcast

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Dustin Purvis

2026-08-2521:06

Dustin Purvis left Richmond to pursue graduate studies and an academic career, only to discover that the path home offered unexpected opportunities. In this episode, he shares how a Ph.D. in English Literature led to city planning, why he chose to build a life in Wayne County, and what convinced him that small communities can […]

Josh Smith

2026-08-0323:05

Josh Smith has spent nearly three decades documenting the people and moments that define Wayne County, first as a newspaper photographer for the Palladium-Item and now as a freelance photojournalist who works with Western Wayne News and other clients. In this episode of the WWN podcast, he reflects on the craft and ethics of visual […]

Alexis Harmon

2026-07-1319:33

Alexis Harmon returned to Wayne County expecting it to be temporary, but her work at the Wayne County Area Chamber of Commerce changed her perspective on what it means to build a career close to home. In this episode, she talks with Kate about authentic marketing, creating a student job portal that connects local high […]

Auntonio Brown

2026-06-2322:23

In this episode of the Western Wayne News podcast, Kate sits down with Richmond entrepreneur and realtor Auntonio Brown to explore the experiences that shaped his drive to build businesses and invest in his hometown. From cutting grass for paying customers as a child to overcoming a life-altering health crisis and launching multiple ventures, Brown […]

Jay Marshall

2026-06-0826:54

In this episode of the WWN podcast, Jay Marshall discusses his path from a North Carolina dairy farm to a life of ministry, higher education, and financial planning in East Central Indiana. Drawing on his Quaker faith and decades of professional experience, he reflects with Kate on leadership, the challenges facing colleges today, and the […]

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