Locala Podcast

A former P.E. teacher turned fitness entrepreneur, Amber Toole's story is a testament to her passion for health and her unwavering determination. Get to know her philosophy behind The Training Toole, her unique approach to fitness training, and how she's inspiring a new generation of fitness professionals.

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Join us as we chat with Renee Williams, the martial arts master who's made it her mission to teach beyond the mat. From a young Karate enthusiast to a revered mentor, Renee shares her unique journey and the wisdom she imparts to her students. Tune in to hear about her philosophy and how martial arts is making a difference in her community.

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In August 2021, a new section of stories was added to the magazine. Ariana Caraballo was among the first stories in the Chews Letter department. Now, she’s the first person from that department to be interviewed for the podcast!

In the original article, Ariana talked about starting her bakery business during the 2020 shutdown. It has been a fruitful couple of years for this young baker.

Ariana tells us in this latest interview abou...

Vicki Sheerin is no stranger to Locala. In August 2021, she was a featured artist from Couch Sessions (which eventually became a regular section in the magazine called Artist Corner). Then, in February 2022, she was on the front cover for the Healthy Heart issue.

Amidst grief over the sudden loss of her husband, Vicki still managed to lose over 200 pounds. She did it through intermittent fasting, which allowed her to be in her emot...

The infectious smile of Josh Dinesen graced the cover of the November 2021 issue. A newer resident and business owner in Ocala, we learned about his relationship with his father and his service in the military and as a police officer.

In that interview, Josh touched briefly on his experience with PTSD. It wasn’t until after the article came out that he really started to open up about his experiences before, during, and after deploy...

In 2021, Tamara Dillon sat down for an interview with Locala magazine. Her makeup was done, and she was wearing a blue-patterned dress and a smile. It was clear, however, that she was exhausted.

She began her career as a nurse in the middle of the COVID pandemic. It was demanding and strenuous work, but Tamara saw the reward in it, too.

Now, nearly two years later, Tamara’s entire demeanor is that of someone who is as light as a fe...

In September 2021, Locala took a close look at some of the hard-working teachers in our community. Annette Garcia was featured in one of those articles with her co-worker Rhonda Williams.

Annette and Rhonda both worked at Forest High School, but since then, Annette’s path has diverged. She has found a way to help students in all subjects and meet them where they are academically.

In her original interview, Annette admitted she neve...

Surely, you know Lisa Midgett. If not, you are most likely familiar with some of her past and present businesses and non-profits in the community. Have you visited the NOMA Gallery or its namesake, the NOMA Blackbox at the Reilly Arts Center? Have you heard of the new non-profit Arts in Health Ocala Metro?

Whether your answer is yes or no, there is no denying Lisa’s passion for business and the Ocala, FL community. In fact, both we...

Whether you are born to be a boss or not, figuring out who you are in life is inevitable, as Julianna (Julie) Harlow has discovered since her original article came out in April 2022. Back then, Julie was focused on presentation and keeping her age to herself. She dressed the way she thought a young entrepreneur should dress, and intentionally rounded her maturity up to 30 instead of her true age of 21 years.

These days, Julie is le...

The world of street photography is filled with fascinating stories and talented artists, and one such photographer, Tommy Cuevas, is making waves with his unique approach to capturing candid moments. As an extrovert, he finds that photography not only allows him to connect with others, but also helps him manage his own anxiety.

Read the story and view photos at https://www.localamag.com/blogs/post/in-the-mix

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In this episode, Matt Wardell, the CEO and Artistic Director of the Reilly Center and beloved conductor of the Ocala Symphony Orchestra, shares his journey into music, his experiences with depression and anxiety, and the importance of empathy in conducting.

See photos and read the story at: https://www.localamag.com/blogs/post/belonging-somewhere

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Lisa Anderson interviews Fabien Hronec, owner of Reboot Self Care, a business focused on alternative self-care practices. Fabien shares how he got into the health industry and his mentor who taught him about Eastern and Western medicine. He also talks about growing up in Switzerland, Australia, and the US. 

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In this episode, learn about the fascinating journey of Ricky Pinnock, a digital artist and aspiring technology engineer who's bridging the gap from iPad kid to fashion photographer. Follow along as he shares his experiences growing up with technology, pursuing multiple paths, and realizing his passion for fashion photography.

Read his story and view photos at: https://www.localamag.com/blogs/post/feeling-urban

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