Interview with a Local: Maggie Curruth O'Connor
In this episode of Love Local Chatt, we have a "behind-the-scenes" conversation with Maggie Carruth O’Connor, a visionary leader helping shape Chattanooga’s vibrant creative scene. As the innovator behind Third Place Productions, Maggie cultivates platforms that connect neighbors through events like Porchfest and amplifies local storytelling and ideas via TEDxChattanooga. Tune in to hear how she transforms everyday spaces—porches, theaters, community rooms—into catalysts for connection, creativity, and belonging.
Episode 31 of the Love Local Chattanooga Podcast podcast, hosted by Love Local Chattanooga, titled "Interview with a Local: Maggie Curruth O'Connor" was published on September 12, 2025 and runs 50 minutes.
September 12, 2025 ·50m · Love Local Chattanooga Podcast
Summary
In this episode of Love Local Chatt, we have a "behind-the-scenes" conversation with Maggie Carruth O’Connor, a visionary leader helping shape Chattanooga’s vibrant creative scene. As the innovator behind Third Place Productions, Maggie cultivates platforms that connect neighbors through events like Porchfest and amplifies local storytelling and ideas via TEDxChattanooga. Tune in to hear how she transforms everyday spaces—porches, theaters, community rooms—into catalysts for connection, creativity, and belonging.
Episode Description
Discover ways to get involved and learn what’s next for these grassroots movements in our city
- Join us for Community Connections this month at Common House: RSVP here
Links & Handles Mentioned:
• Visit the Highland Park Porchfest site: highlandparkporchfest.com
• Follow @highlandparkporchfest and @thirdplacechatt on Instagram
• Explore TEDxChattanooga events by visiting tedxchatt.com
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