Big Huntsville Podcast
Big Huntsville Podcast
Podcast Description
Get ready to experience Huntsville like never before with The Big Huntsville Podcast! This lively show highlights the city’s unsung heroes, quirky spots, and unforgettable stories. Hosted by Carl Thomas—Realtor, singer, and host of The American Dream—his big personality and love for Huntsville shine through every episode. From heartwarming tales to laugh-out-loud moments, Carl keeps it fresh, sprinkling in real estate magic to make buying, selling, and loving Huntsville more fun than ever!
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The show focuses on a variety of themes including urban development, personal growth, community engagement, and music. Episodes feature discussions on city planning with guests like Dennis Madsen, trends in masculinity with Lawrence Souffrant, and community support for the homeless with Chad Rodriguez, making it a rich blend of local culture and relevant social issues.

Get ready to experience Huntsville like never before with The Big Huntsville Podcast! This lively show highlights the city’s unsung heroes, quirky spots, and unforgettable stories. Hosted by Carl Thomas—Realtor, singer, and host of The American Dream—his big personality and love for Huntsville shine through every episode. From heartwarming tales to laugh-out-loud moments, Carl keeps it fresh, sprinkling in real estate magic to make buying, selling, and loving Huntsville more fun than ever!
🚀 In this heartwarming episode of the Big Huntsville Podcast, host Carl Thomas sits down with Fran Fluhler, the beloved Director of Manna House, a volunteer-led food distribution program serving thousands across Huntsville. Under her leadership, Manna House has become more than a food pantry. Fran shares her incredible journey of faith, community, and purpose — from leading hundreds of volunteers to running a hydroponic lettuce garden that feeds thousands. Hear her inspiring message about finding purpose through service, the beauty of diversity in volunteering, and how small acts of kindness can change an entire city.
🎧 Hosted by: Carl Thomas
👤 Guest: 🏡 Fran Fluhler – Director of Manna HouseFran Fluhler is the founder of Manna House, a Huntsville nonprofit dedicated to feeding and supporting those in need. What began as a small act of kindness grew into a vital community resource, serving thousands each week. Through Manna House, she has created a place of generosity, dignity, and hope for all.
💡 What You’ll Learn:
✔️ The story and mission behind Manna House
✔️ How volunteers of all ages and backgrounds come together to serve
✔️ The impact of faith and compassion in leadership
✔️ How the hydroponic garden produces thousands of fresh heads of lettuce each month
✔️ The simple act of saying “yes” to service — and how it transforms lives
🎵 Whether you’re a Huntsville native or new to the community, this episode will inspire you to say “yes” to service and find purpose through giving.
💼 Connect with Fran Fluhler:
🌐 Website → https://www.mymannahouse.com/
📸 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/mymannahouse
🎙 Follow Carl Thomas – The Big Huntsville Podcast:
📘 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/people/Carl-Thomas/100078056746511/
📷 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/carl_thomas_huntsville/
🔗 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/carl-thomas-sells
⭐ Produced by Icons of Real Estate – https://iconsofrealestate.com/

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