ThriveIN Wabash County
ThriveIN Wabash County
Podcast Description
Hosted by three passionate leaders—Adam Stakeman, Alex Downard, and Christine Flohr—the podcast dives into the people and projects shaping Wabash County’s future. Every episode offers its listeners key takeaways that can be implemented in their own communities and will cause you to pause and celebrate the wins in your own backyard. With backgrounds in community development, economic growth, outdoor adventure, marketing, and tourism, the trio interviews local business owners, nonprofit leaders, and creatives who are all working to make Wabash County thrive. Subscribe and join us!
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The podcast focuses on various themes including community development, entrepreneurship, and local culture, with episodes like Mic to Main Street exploring personal journeys that shape Wabash and Bluegrass at Hopewell discussing innovative community events that enhance local engagement. Key areas include local business initiatives and the impact of grassroots projects on Wabash County's growth.
Hosted by three passionate leaders—Adam Stakeman, Alex Downard, and Christine Flohr—the podcast dives into the people and projects shaping Wabash County’s future. Every episode offers its listeners key takeaways that can be implemented in their own communities and will cause you to pause and celebrate the wins in your own backyard. With backgrounds in community development, economic growth, outdoor adventure, marketing, and tourism, the trio interviews local business owners, nonprofit leaders, and creatives who are all working to make Wabash County thrive. Subscribe and join us!
For 22 years, the Wabash Cannonball Chili for Charity Cookoff has been serving up more than just great chili—it’s been fueling community impact. As the largest chili cookoff east of the Mississippi River, this beloved Wabash County tradition blends friendly competition, flavorful recipes, and a whole lot of heart.
In this episode, Christine sits down with event cofounder Bob McCallen and long-standing, past committee member Todd Titus to talk about the origins of the cookoff, how it’s grown into a powerhouse fundraiser, and the ways it shines a spotlight on local charities. From the excitement of tasting dozens and dozens of chili creations to the joy of seeing nonprofits supported in a big way, this event is a true celebration of food and community. It's a great mix of a trip down memory lane and the dedication that this committee still has today!
Tune in to hear:
The story behind launching the Chili for Charity Cookoff
What makes this event the largest of its kind east of the Mississippi River
How local charities benefit from the funds raised and community support
Favorite memories (and flavors!) from years past
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A special thank you to our supporters: The City of Wabash, Lisa Gilman Investment Fund, Sandra Kunkel Trust, Mark & Amy Ford, PaperWorks Industries, the Community Foundation of Wabash County, and Visit Wabash County for making this podcast possible. This podcast is produced in partnership with Destination Wabash County.
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