Heart of the City
Heart of the City
Podcast Description
Heart of the City is a podcast about the people behind the places you love. Hosted by Amy Walters, each episode is an honest, bold conversation with entrepreneurs, makers, and community builders who’ve poured everything into building something of their own.
We go beyond the storefronts and into the story—talking about the why behind the work, the highs and lows of starting something from scratch, and the moments that change everything. It’s raw, unfiltered, and as real as it gets.
Small Business. Big Stories.
New episodes weekly.
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Content Themes
The podcast explores themes of entrepreneurship, community impact, and personal journeys, with episodes like the debut featuring Charlie and Courtnay McGinness discussing their shoe store's challenges and triumphs, emphasizing the emotional nuances of starting a business and the resilience required to overcome obstacles.

Heart of the City is a podcast about the people behind the places you love. Hosted by Amy Walters, each episode is an honest, bold conversation with entrepreneurs, makers, and community builders who’ve poured everything into building something of their own.
We go beyond the storefronts and into the story—talking about the why behind the work, the highs and lows of starting something from scratch, and the moments that change everything. It’s raw, unfiltered, and as real as it gets.
Small Business. Big Stories.
New episodes weekly.
In this special Thanksgiving-week episode, Amy sits down with Executive Producer, Sallie, and Director, Cameron, for a candid conversation about what it’s really been like to create and grow Heart of the City. Together, they reflect on the unexpected lessons, behind-the-scenes moments, and stories that have moved them the most.
A Grateful Heart is a short, heartfelt pause in the season — and a warm behind-the-curtain look at the team bringing these small business stories to life.

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