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In this episode of O Lala! in RVA, we celebrate hitting 1,000 followers (thank you!) and then dive into an inspiring conversation with Katie Kenyon, Executive Director of Village Green RVA. Katie shares how Village Green is tackling food insecurity, providing fresh meals to thousands, and creating a true sense of community in Richmond. From sourcing food to supporting foster families, Katie’s work is changing lives. Plus, we get into some local drama (Secret Sandwich Society buns, anyone?), shout out our favorite RVA spots, and drop all the details on upcoming events you won’t want to miss! What You’ll Hear in This Episode: 🎉 We hit 1,000 followers! Help us get to 2,000! 💖 🍽️ Meet Katie Kenyon and learn about the amazing work of Village Green RVA 🏡 How food access, community support, and enrichment programs make a difference 🍕 The Secret Sandwich Society bun drama—what’s going on? ☕ 💪 Why RVA Kicks is the workout spot you NEED to try 🏌️♀️ Drive Shack tops Topgolf: The battle for Richmond’s best golf hangout 🎸 Band of the Week: The Hambiscuits! Jazz, soul, blues, and all the vibes 📅 Upcoming RVA events: Shamrock the Block, Church Hill Irish Festival, and more! 👀 How YOU can get involved with Village Green RVA (hint: they need volunteers & mayo lovers!) Shoutouts & Mentions: Village Green RVA – Volunteer, donate, and support their mission! Chef Justin (@onceuponathymerva) – Chopping up magic in the kitchen 🍲 RVA Kicks – Get humbled, get strong, get sweaty Drive Shack RVA – Skip the lines, swing the clubs Secret Sandwich Society – Bun-gate 2025? The Hambiscuits – RVA’s jazziest biscuits 🎶 Follow & Connect: 📲 Instagram: @olala_rva ⭐ Like, rate, and subscribe to help us grow! 📩 Want to be a guest? Got a topic idea? Slide into our DMs! Support Village Green RVA: 🛑 Want to help fight food insecurity? Volunteer, donate, or spread the word! 💛 Needed donations: Butter, heavy cream, cheese, sandwich meat, and (only) Duke’s Mayo! 🥪 Thanks for listening! See you next time, and remember—eat well, do good, and stay cool!
Welcome back to another lively episode of O Lala! (in RVA). This week, we’re diving into all things spring break beauty with special guest Alison Clary, a licensed esthetician and owner of Malibu Tans. She shares her top three spring break beauty essentials, including a must-have sunscreen hack you might not know about! 🌞✨ But that’s not all—Big Daddy spills the tea on the Carytown Burgers & Fries scandal, where a shocking turn of events led to arson allegations and a courtroom drama. Plus, we discuss the highly anticipated new Richmond amphitheater, set to bring some big-name artists to town! 🎶🔥 🌟 Highlights & Timestamps: ⏳ 00:00 - Welcome to the show! Introducing new segments & special guest Alison Clary ⏳ 05:20 - Alison’s journey into the beauty industry & how she built her business ⏳ 12:30 - Spring Break Beauty Must-Haves: Sunscreen, self-tanners & SPF hair spray ⏳ 25:15 - Carytown Burgers & Fries Scandal: What went down & the shocking verdict ⏳ 40:10 - New Richmond Amphitheater: Who’s coming & what to expect ⏳ 50:45 - Upcoming events: Brooks & Dunn, Virginia Wine Expo, and more! ⏳ 01:05:00 - Business of the Week: Richmond Olive Oil Co. 💡 Featured Guest: 🎤 Alison Clary – Owner of Malibu Tans, an expert in esthetics and spray tanning. Follow her at @malibutansrva. 📌 Mentions & Local Spots: Malibu Tans (Spray Tanning & Beauty) Richmond Olive Oil Co. (Gourmet oils & balsamics) Virginia Wine Expo 🍷 New Richmond Amphitheater 🎶 🔗 Stay Connected: 📲 Follow us on Instagram: @olala_rva (Almost at 1K followers!) 📩 Got a business or event we should highlight? Send us a message!
Welcome back to another exciting episode of O Lala! (In RVA)! This week, we dive into Richmond’s social scene with a special guest, Sam, the founder of Trying to Adult RVA! If you've ever struggled to make friends as an adult, especially post-pandemic, Sam has created the ultimate solution with fun events that help RVA newcomers and locals connect. 🎙️ In This Episode: Meet Sam and hear how Trying to Adult RVA grew from a Meetup experiment to a thriving social community. The Rose & Thorn segment – Olivia, Matt, and Sam share their latest highs and lows, from cruises and career changes to food poisoning and car-buying struggles. We tackle Richmond’s notorious mail delivery issues and a shocking local scandal involving dumped mail. 📬😱 Upcoming RVA events: Valentine's Day fun, St. Patrick’s Day plans, and the Wannabe Spice Girls tribute concert! 🎤💃 🔥 Highlights & Must-Know Info: Trying to Adult RVA is a low-cost, inclusive way to meet new friends through diverse social events, from trivia and karaoke to wine tastings and hiking. Exclusive promo code for Trying to Adult RVA membership—stay tuned on Instagram for details! The best (and worst) events Sam has hosted, plus her tips for breaking into Richmond’s social circles. Shoutouts to our favorite local businesses, including The Black Olive and Taco Vegana (a new vegan taco spot opening soon)! 🌮 📅 Upcoming Events Mentioned: Richmond’s Dark Valentine’s Day Fantasy Ball (Feb 15) 🖤 Sips & Sweethearts at Circa/Mainline (Feb 16) 🍷 Galentine’s Rustic Charm Flower Workshop (Feb 16) 🌸 Church Hill Irish Festival (March 15-16) ☘️ Wannabe: A Spice Girls Tribute Concert (Feb 20) 👠🎶 📢 Follow Trying to Adult RVA: Instagram | Website 📢 Follow O Lala! (In RVA): Instagram 🎧 Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe on Spotify & Apple Podcasts! Until next time, be safe out there! ✨
On today’s episode we have Justin Ferguson, aka “the Black Somm” and wine director for the Underground Kitchen in Richmond. If you remember back in June of 2024 we had Michael Sparks on - CEO of the Underground Kitchen. We met Justin while attending the UGK’s Summertime Cookout Dining Experience. We enjoyed a professionally prepared six-course BBQ classics, wine pairings by Justin and a live DJ. Justin is a WSET Level 3 certified Sommelier advising his friends and family on how to select and enjoy a nice bottle of wine for any occasion. He also is a real estate agent advising clients on how to navigate the purchase or sale of their investment property. On this episode we also talk the recent alarming weather events, VA wine history, upcoming local events and more. Support Justin Band Of The Week: Theocles Business Of The Week: Ripple Ray's Upcoming RVA Events: MJ The Musical: Jan 28-Feb 2 Alice In Wonderland (aerial cirque production): Jan 30 - Feb 1 Richmond Anime-Fest: Sunday, Feb 2, 10AM-5PM Richmond Chocolate, Wine & Whiskey Fest, Feb 8, 11:30AM-9PM Shoutouts: Wine Spots in RVA: Second Bottle J Emerson Barrel Thief Penny's Jolene Winery J. Daan James River Cellars Upper Shirley Garden Grove Brambly Park Ashton Creek Saudé Creek Oxford Cellars Celladora The Wine Whisperer Echelon Once Upon a Vine New Kent Winery Grayhaven Other Shoutouts: UGK Michael Sparks Virginia Wine Expo The Perfect Bean The Chimbo Sandwich Shop The Governor's Cup
The dynamic trio of Liz, Olivia, and Big Daddy return with another hilarious episode of "O Lala! (In the Dungeon)." We kick things off with a New Year's extravaganza, discussing our favorite New Years traditions. Then, it's time for a "Hot Topic" segment dedicated to Luigi Mangione and his criminal escapades. Next, Big Daddy takes the lead in a thrilling trivia challenge, testing our knowledge on everything from opossums to obscure facts. We then discuss the hottest New Years events in town and how to survive the holiday season with our sanity intact. And to wrap it up, we feature the "Band of the Week" and "Business of the Week," showcasing the vibrant Richmond scene. So sit back, relax, and join us for an hour of laughter, fun, and unforgettable moments on "O Lala! (In the Dungeon)!"