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Five Star Talks
by Five Star Talks
A podcast dedicated to marketing and enhancing small town life.
Episodes
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Season 2 Episode 2: Critchlow Alligator Sanctuary
Welcome to Season 2 Episode 2 of Five Star Talks! In this episode, Carl met with Dave Critchlow of Critchlow Alligator Sanctuary in Athens, MI. Dave talks about his family and the tours/demonstrations at the Alligator Sanctuary. He explains some of their training techniques: how they teach...
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Season 2 Episode 1: Brynn Cummings
Hello everyone! Welcome to Season Two of Five Star Talks! I took the winter off, did quite a bit of traveling, and got a lot of stuff wrapped up. Now we’re going to try to hit the road running and at least get a podcast out once a month. The first podcast that we’re going to do this year is…
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Season 1 Episode 15: Adam Cloutier & Glen Oaks Community College
This week Carl spoke with Adam Cloutier, the new Vice President of Academics at Glen Oaks Community College. They talked about Adam's background, education, and journey to Glen Oaks. Adam also spoke on the different opportunities Glen Oaks offers to students beginning as early as high school;...
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Season 1 Episode 14: James Gray at Farrand Hall
Hi everyone, in this episode, I spoke with James Gray from Farrand Hall. We talked about his upbringing near Chicago, his circuitous route to get here, and how Farrand Hall started out for him and Jacob.We spoke about the high-end dinners that they’ve been offering for the last several years.…
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Season 1 Episode 13: Tim Taylor
This episode I spoke with my good friend Tim Taylor. Tim is the creator, facilitator, and head honcho of The Magic City Grill Fest, formally known as The Big Green Egg Fest. https://www.magiccitygrillfest.com We spoke about Tim’s involvement and philanthropy all over our little town and in his...
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Season 1 Episode 12: Susan Frook
This week Carl speaks with Susan Frook from: On Broadway Community Theater in Union City, They speak about theater, upcoming shows, bringing some of her shows back to Colon to the Grand Magic Theater in Colon, ....and Susan's hippie days :) We hope you enjoy. You can find Susan and On Broadway...
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Jay Blackwell Season 1 Episode 11
This week Carl speaks with his good friend Jay Blackwell. They discuss his multifaceted entertainment career from music, renaissance fairs, juggling, fire breathing, knife throwing, to magic and more. In season, Jay can be found performing at Sterlini Magic and Theater. Come on out this summer…
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Rachel Kowalski Season 1, Episode 10
This week Carl spoke with Rachel Kowalski, the new Superintendent of Colon Community Schools. They talked about her upbringing on the east side of the state, her time as an educator in Florida, and her enthusiasm toward becoming a part of our town. Rachel also spoke on upcoming projects, several...
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Season 1 Episode 9: Mike Smoker
This week Carl speaks with his good friend Mikeal Smoker. Mike wears many, many hats in town. He is the current Finance Director for The Colon American Legion. Mike was the commander of The Legion for several years. He is also the current President of The Colon Area Chamber of Commerce. Some of…
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Season 1 Episode 8: Jim Crawford
This week Carl speaks with his good friend Jim Crawford. They speak about Jim's love of Colon and his volunteerism with the Lake Board, The Colon American Legion, the upcoming Triathlon, and becoming the new Big Kahuna of the Palmer Lake Flotilla! Also, He's still a little "salty" about taking…
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Tamara Sterlini Highlights Season 1 Episode 7
Season 1 Episode 7 This week Carl speaks with Tamara Sterlini from Sterlini Magic and Theater. They speak about Sterlini theater, magic and performing. Tamara shares about her career, which included working at Disney and on Cruise Ships. They also discuss her piano and voice lessons offered in…
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Five Star Talks Kurt Ritchie and Precious Kline Season 1 Episode 6 Highlights
Season 1 Episode 6 This week Carl speaks with Kurt Ritchie and Precious Kline from the Grand Magic Theater, in Colon, MI. They speak about Variety Shows, Music Sunday Nights, and their endeavors to establish a non-profit 501c3. * Private events and venue rental available Contact:...
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Five Star Talks Janice Rigel Season 1 Episode 5
Season 1 Episode 5 This week, Carl speaks with Janice Rigel a young hilarious, christian comedian from Union City, MI. They speak about her comedy, ministry, and her love of Gramma Nettie Cheesecakes! :) https://www.journeywithjanice.com
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Five Star Talks Janice Rigel Season 1 Episode 5 Highlights
Season 1 Episode 5 This week, Carl speaks with Janice Rigel a young hilarious, christian comedian from Union City, MI. They speak about her comedy, ministry, and her love of Gramma Nettie Cheesecakes! :) https://www.journeywithjanice.com
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Ruth Cerny and Carol Ritchie Season 1 Episode 4 Highlights
Season 1 Episode 4 This week Carl speaks with Ruth Cerny and Carol Ritchie, aka Lucy and Ethel. Famous characters from TV's past. These two ladies bring a lot of fun and joy to the village of Colon. You can often find them at the Grand Magic Theater and at almost every other event in town. Carol…
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John Sterlini Season 1 Episode 3 - FULL
John Sterlini briefly talks about his upcoming Magic Capital Close Up convention in the charming hamlet of Colon, MI; The Magic Capital of the World! 12/29/22
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John Sterlini Season 1 Episode 3 - Short
Carl interviews his good friend John Sterlini owner of Sterlini Magic and Manufacturing. In this episode they discuss magic, theater, and road trips. Hope you enjoy! :)
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John Shango Podcast Season 1 Episode 1
Carl interviews his good friend John Shango about Colon's Grand Magic Theater's upcoming Christmas Show.
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Keith Stickley Podcast Season 1 Episode 2
In this episode Carl interviews his good friend, Keith Stickley. Keith is a lawyer, magician, carnival operator, author, and entrepreneur. He and his wife Wendy opened up Stickley Family Farms, a Family Friendly Farm a mile west of Coldwater, MI., 2 years ago. The farm offers pumpkin sales, a…
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Five Star Talks. This episode with John Shango
Five Star Talks is hosted by Carl Thornton. In this episode he and his guest, John Shango, discuss Colon's Grand Magic Theater, it's upcoming shows and the hopes for the future of both the theater and the village. Hope you enjoy! :)
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