Ozark Unplugged
Ozark Unplugged
Podcast Description
Ozark Unplugged brings you real conversations with the leaders, innovators, and changemakers shaping the future of Ozark, Missouri. Hosted by the Ozark Chamber of Commerce, each episode dives into the personal stories, leadership journeys, challenges, and insights of local business owners, community leaders, and visionaries. Whether you're a resident, entrepreneur, or someone who simply loves this community—we invite you to tune in and be inspired by the voices that make Ozark thrive.
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The podcast emphasizes themes such as community leadership, local history, and entrepreneurship, with episodes covering intriguing local figures like Sheriff Buff Lamb and their impact on the Ozark region, as well as discussions centered on current community challenges and future developments.
Ozark Unplugged brings you real conversations with the leaders, innovators, and changemakers shaping the future of Ozark, Missouri. Hosted by the Ozark Chamber of Commerce, each episode dives into the personal stories, leadership journeys, challenges, and insights of local business owners, community leaders, and visionaries. Whether you’re a resident, entrepreneur, or someone who simply loves this community—we invite you to tune in and be inspired by the voices that make Ozark thrive.
Welcome to the very first episode of Ozark Unplugged, a brand-new podcast from the Ozark Chamber of Commerce! This series dives into real conversations with the people who have shaped—and continue to shape—our community.
In this debut episode, host Chris Russell sits down with longtime Ozark resident and former Reserve Deputy Mike McCurdo for a fascinating look back at one of Christian County’s most legendary figures: Sheriff Buff Lamb. From chasing down outlaws to lighting up fields of marijuana on the square, Buff’s larger-than-life law enforcement tactics are the stuff of Ozark folklore.
Mike shares firsthand stories from his time serving under Sheriff Lamb, working major busts, managing campaigns, and witnessing both the tough and tender sides of a man who helped define an era in local law enforcement. Whether you're a longtime local or new to Christian County, this episode offers an entertaining and eye-opening dive into the history of our region.
Topics include:
Why Buff Lamb was called the “Donald Trump of Christian County”
Tales of outlaw encounters, campaign trail moments, and unconventional justice
The evolution of law enforcement in Christian County
Personal reflections on small-town values and community legacy
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