This and That - Life in a Small Town
Join host, Bryce Hall, as she explores the fascinating facets of life in the small town of Colonial Beach, VA. Bryce offers fresh insights with humor and heart. With occasional appearances from intriguing guests, the podcast offers a delightful mix of stories, ideas, meaningful dialogue and inspiration. Tune in for a little bit of everything—because small town life is this and that!
Episodes
In this heartfelt episode of This and That podcast, host Bryce Hall opens up about her battle with endometrial cancer in an intimate conversation led by guest host Kristine Guido.
Endometrial cancer incidence has been rising in postmenopausal women. Bryce shares the emotional highs and lows of her diagnosis, the anxiety of waiting for results, and the life-changing experience of undergoing a total hysterectomy and chemotherapy for ...
In a captivating interview, This and That podcast host, Bryce Hall, delves into the remarkable life and achievements of retired Army Colonel John Biemeck. His storied military career spans dramatic experiences in Alaska and Vietnam. Colonel Biemeck's tales of service are as enthralling as his deep-rooted passion for black powder relics. Settling in Colonial Beach, he dedicated years to researching and publishing extensive works on ...
Welcome to my This and That podcast, Beauty in the Beach, Part 1. Join Bryce Hall, your host, as she shares personal anecdotes about her favorite seasonal plants that adorn the coastal landscape of Colonial Beach's beloved Point. The ancient oaks, sycamore and towering pine trees stand as silent witnesses to the storied past of the family beach cottage, Pollyanna. Her narrative doesn't shy away from the challenges faced by the comm...
In this episode of my This and That podcast, we discover the fascinating tradition of naming beach houses and the stories that give them character and charm. Our journey begins in the summer of 1995 in Colonial Beach. From uncovering the rich history of a charming cottage named Pollyanna, to understanding the sentimental reasons behind beach house names.
Once named, enhancing the experience with a family guestbook can add a m...
Welcome to my This and That podcast. Kris Guido's Colonial Beach story started as childhood visits filled with beach days, bike rides and riding horses. Stories of her great-grandfather’s legendary poker game turned into a lifelong love affair with this riverside town. Kris shares how her Irish roots led her to discover Colonial Beach and how the memories made here pulled her back year after...
Welcome to my This and That podcast. Join us as we explore a deeply personal journey of enduring chronic knee pain and the surprising discovery of its true source. Over years of doctor visits, knee replacements, and physical therapy, a different story unfolds—one that underscores the hidden complexities within our bodies.
Travel the long, winding road from knee replacements that promised relief to the revelation of misaligned...
Join us in this special episode of my This and That podcast as we celebrate the 90th birthday of Ethel Jenkyns, an extraordinary resident of Colonial Beach. Ethel shares her unique journey from her childhood days helping on her family's tobacco farm in Clinton, Maryland, to her vibrant life in Colonial Beach, where she has been a cornerstone of the community for over three decades.
In our conversation, Ethel reflects on her experie...
In this episode of my This and That podcast, we explore the remarkable life of Donna Shelar, a recently retired EMS professional with over 40 years of experience. Donna shares her journey from discovering the charming town of Colonial Beach to pursuing a career in emergency medical services.
We delve into Donna's professional experiences, from humble beginnings as a volunteer in Maryland to becoming one of the first paid paramedics...
Welcome to my latest episode of the This and That podcast, which explores the intricacies of getting married in Virginia, particularly in the charming town of Colonial Beach. Discover the straightforward yet unique process of obtaining a marriage license in Virginia, a state renowned for its strict officiant regulations yet lack of residency requirements.
In this episode, we share heartwarming stories of Courthouse Style Civil Marr...
Growing up as an Army Brat, the concept of a hometown was always elusive, yet it was the seashore in Connecticut that captured my heart during one of my dad’s military assignments. This love for the ocean became a constant in my life, a compass guiding me through the whirlwind of relocations typical of military life. Fast forward to my early 40s, and an unexpected opportunity arose—a chance discovery of the quaint beach town of Col...
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