200th (Part 2): Chatting Local & Beyond

Episode 200 (Part 2): Chatting Local & Beyond the Podcast Mark Brewster & Duane Weed, Host and Producer, also owner of DW Video discuss expanding the Discover Montcalm Podcast, supporting local entrepreneurs, and launching Chatting Local. Expanding the Vision: From Local Roots to Regional Growth Welcome to Part 2 of our four-part 200th episode milestone special! As host Mark Brewster continues his conversation with Duane Weed, the discussion shifts toward the future of the show, supporting area entrepreneurs, and taking community storytelling beyond county lines. Supporting Local Business Owners & Looking Ahead Running a podcast for 200 episodes isn’t just about recording conversations—it’s about building a sustainable platform that lifts up small businesses, local non-profits, and community leaders. Empowering Local Entrepreneurs: Why every episode ends with a simple reminder: Remember to buy and shop local. Unlocking “Chatting Local”: How customer demand inspired Duane to launch Chatting Local to tell stories outside Montcalm County without losing the core podcast’s focus. 40+ Years of Memories: Mark and Duane share laughs over 44 years of friendship, growing up in media production, and how local technology has evolved since the pre-smartphone days. Serving Communities Across Montcalm County The Discover Montcalm Podcast is dedicated to highlighting the people, events, and businesses that make our region special. Montcalm County is anchored by its three incorporated cities—Greenville (the county’s largest city), Carson City, and Stanton (the county seat). The region is also home to six vibrant incorporated villages, including Edmore, Howard City, Lakeview, McBride, Pierson, and Sheridan. Local governance across the surrounding rural areas is structured into twenty civil townships: Belvidere, Bloomer, Bushnell, Cato, Crystal, Day, Douglass, Eureka (the county’s sole charter township), Evergreen, Fairplain, Ferris, Home, Maple Valley, Montcalm, Pierson, Pine, Reynolds, Richland, Sidney, and Winfield townships. Completing our rich local landscape are several census-designated places and historic unincorporated communities, including Amble, Cedar Lake, Conger, Coral, Crystal, Entrican, Fenwick, Gowen, Langston, Sidney, Six Lakes, Trufant, Vestaburg, Westville, and Wyman. Watch the video above or stream the audio on your favorite platform! Don’t forget to check back for Part 3. Montcalm County: Greenville  Carson City  Stanton  Howard City  Lakeview  Edmore  Sheridan  Pierson  McBride  Trufant  Six Lakes  Vestaburg  Crystal  Gowen  Coral Watch or Listen to the Full Episode This episode is especially helpful to watch on YouTube where screen examples are shown. Find Discover Montcalm Podcast on: YouTube Facebook Instagram Apple Podcasts Pandora iHeart Discover Montcalm is powered by the friends of the podcast It takes a community. Special thanks to: West Michigan Technology and Design Solutions WGLM 106.3 FM DW Video Business Growth Engine BluBrry Podcast Platform Together, we are building something bigger than a podcast—we are building a digital legacy. What’s New in 2026 We’re not slowing down—we’re expanding. On-Location Podcasting We now bring the podcast to your business, capturing your story in your environment. Chatting Local Segments Expanding beyond Montcalm County—while keeping our local roots strong. Tech Tuesdays Practical insights on: SEO Podcasting AI tools Digital growth strategies Your Story is the Fuel When you sit down on the Discover Montcalm Podcast, you’re not just promoting your organization. You’re: Strengthening the community Expanding local reach Creating lasting digital content Helping Montcalm County grow Discover Montcalm PodcastProduced by Duane Weed of DW Video & Multimedia LLCCelebrating over 40 years of storytelling and media production in Montcalm County. Contact Call 231-250-9624 Duane Weed at 231-250-9624 or [email protected]. Together, let’s showcase the heart of Montcalm County, one story at a time. Check out this video! Love stories that celebrate local people, places, and progress?Subscribe to the Discover Montcalm Podcast and explore the voices that shape Montcalm County and beyond. Have a story to share? Contact host Duane Weed at 231-250-9624 or [email protected] to be featured in a future episode — whether at your location or in-studio. Catch up on all episodes and discover the soul of small-town Michigan:discovermontcalmpodcast.com/category/podcast Follow us and be part of a growing community of storytellers. 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