All episodes

29 min

Bridget Machacek - Roam'n Around

Ever roam around Rapid City and walk by Roam'n Around? Ever wonder what their story is or how they came to be Rapid City's only locally owned and operated travel and outdoor gear shop? Good news! This week Leslie interviews Bridget Machacek, owner of Roam'n Around, to talk about their story that spans nearly two decades. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

27 min

Hayley Kaemingk - Toastique

Feeling hungry? Hayley Kaemingk comes by the Rapid City Business Journal studio to talk all things downtown business, Block 5, and of course-- fabulous toast! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

15 min

R.F. Buche - Buche Foods

This week, Leslie discusses the realities of being a rural grocer and impending changes to food security in South Dakota with 4th-generation owner of Buche Foods, R.F. Buche. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

29 min

Jon Simpson - Simpsons Printing

Ever wondered about what goes down at one of Rapid City's most established printing company? Sit down this week with Leslie and Jon Simpson of Simpsons Printing to find out! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

28 min

Hayden Clark - Sunny Lemons Cookies

Hayden Clark is opening her downtown Rapid City storefront for her cookie business, Sunny Lemons Cookies, on October 18th. Sit down with Leslie and Hayden as they discuss the sweet journey that's brought Sunny Lemons Cookies to this point and some exciting things for the future! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

42 min

Rebecca Stucke

A beloved fixture in the Rapid City area for 25 years, this local yoga studio is getting a new name and a bit of a makeover. This week, sit down with Leslie and the owner of Loam, Rebecca Stucke, to talk all things rebranding and yoga! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

28 min

Tim Ford - Founder of Micgrw

Jump into the world of app-development and microgreens this week as Leslie speaks with Tim Ford about his newly launched app, Micgrw! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

22 min

Dave Smith

Ahead of the 2025 Rapid City Rush season, Leslie is joined by Dave Smith, the new Head Coach for the Rush. Together, they discuss Dave's new life in the Black Hills, the upcoming season, and everyone's favorite mascot: Nugget! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

24 min

Breadroot Co-Op

Mark Houston sits in for Leslie and talks all things co-op with Sharissa Stevens, General Manager, and Erin Bender, Marketing Manager, of Breadroot! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

26 min

Melissa Anderson - Barnes & Noble

This week, Leslie sits across from Melissa Anderson, Store manager for Barnes and Noble. They chat about what went into the much-anticipated Barnes & Noble grand opening in Rushmore Crossing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.