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This UnBee-Lievable Life

by Nikki Davis

Evansville, IN, Realtor, Magazine Editor, Wedding Expert, Artist, and Hobby Farmer Nikki Davis takes you along for the ride as she navigates the ups and downs of being an introverted, networking centric small business owner in Midwestern Life. Ask her just about anything… This 22 year Evansville / River Valley transplant has spent the last 2+ decades putting down roots and loving this little slice of heaven that she calls home!

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Episodes

  1. Episode 103: Jake Browning Hester talks how the funeral process works

    Death and funerals can be a hard topic to talk about, but I had such a positive experience with Browning Funeral Home that I wanted to bring Jake Browning Hester on the show to talk about the funeral process. My goal is that if we demystify funerals, families and friends can have a more open and...

  2. Episode 102: Devon with Myriad Brewery talks women in the brewing industry

    Devon Broadbent with Myriad Brewery talks about what it's like to be a woman in the brewing industry and breaking glass ceilings!

  3. Episode 101: EVPL's Erika Qualls Barnett talks library upcoming eclipse programs

    Anyone else getting fired up about this spring's solar eclipse event??? The next total solar eclipse visible from the contiguous U.S. will not take place until 2044. So don't miss out on all of the fun EVPL programming and educational events leading up to the event. Learn more from Erika Qualls...

  4. Episode 100: Let's Talk Self-Worth

    Welcome to the 100th episode of This UnBeeLievable Life! Today, we're diving deep into a topic that's close to the heart – knowing your self-worth. In a world that often challenges our confidence and values, understanding and embracing your self-worth is a powerful journey that can transform your...

  5. Episode 99: Va Cun with United Caring Services

    Join me as I discuss our local treasure United Caring Services with their Executive Director Va Cun. We talk about their 5 core programs, their upcoming event, and how YOU can donate and/or volunteer! To learn more, visit: https://unitedcaringservices.org/

  6. Episode 98: Fairway’s Clint Bender talks lending buyer and seller programs

    Fairway's Clint Bender talks lending buyer and seller incentive programs including: "Buy & Save Program No payments for up to 90 days for buyer -Sellers or realtor can offer this to buyers where they can pay up to the first 3 payments for a buyer. -Good for renters that can’t get out of a lease…

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  7. Episode 97: Marcia & Melissa from Junior Achievement talk ”Why JA?” and about the JA JobSpark program

    Marcia Forston, President and CEO with Junior Achievement of Southwestern Indiana and Melissa Bassemier, Senior Marketing Manager with Junior Achievement of Southwestern Indiana tell us all about Junior Achievement of Southwestern Indiana – "At Junior Achievement, we believe in 'possible." Each...

  8. Episode 96: Jagoe’s Sloane Hayhurst walks us through insulation and R value

    Why is R value so important? Jagoe's Sloane Hayhurst walks us through what it means and the impact it has on your home's efficiency rating and thus your energy bills!

  9. Episode 95: Michelle & Alicia talk about VOICES’s services for the elderly

    Michelle Motta & Alicia Reeves talk about VOICES's services for the elderly Our mission: VOICES, Inc. is an agency dedicated to protecting the rights of residents of long-term care facilities, in Vanderburgh County, though advocacy and empowerment. More about VOICES, Inc. VOICES Inc. is a local...

  10. Episode 94: Jagoe’s Sloane Hayhurst walks us through the idea of aging in place

    Jagoe's Sloane Hayhurst takes a deep dive into the concept of aging in place and how that can affect your build design. With Nikki being a Senior Real Estate Specialist, they dive into the topic and how it can affect you, a family, or friend when designing a new home. Great ideas, too, if you are...

  11. Episode 93: Jagoe’s Sloane Hayhurst talks incentives when purchasing from Jagoe

    Join us as Jagoe's Sloane Hayhurst walks us through some of the awesome incentives and programs that make Jagoe a top pick for consumers wanting to build! So much value and an opportunity to lock in a great rate!!!

  12. Episode 92: Camelot Jewelers’s Ashlyn Thompson talks upcoming fall events

    Camelot Jewelers's Ashlyn Thompson talks upcoming fall events

  13. Episode 91: Jagoe’s Sloane Hayhurst walks us through why HOAs are important

    We all know that I have chickens... but I live out in the county and do not have an HOA. Some people might not like chickens. Some people may not like pigs (like I have 100% witnessed in a large subdivision whose HOA had fallen off). Some people may not want their neighbor to paint their shed...

  14. Episode 90: Komen’s Rachel Smith talks the impact of our local affiliate

    Dive into the work and world of Komen with Rachel Smith. Learn how you can support the organization and where you or a loved one is going through breast cancer.

  15. Episode 89: Learn about the Academic Year in America (AYA) Student Exchange Program

    Students and coordinator alike share their experiences with the Academic Year in America (AYA) Student Exchange Program. To learn more, visit: https://www.academicyear.org/landing/LC-referral.asp?lcid=9108 or contact Kristy directly at: [email protected] 812-453-5520. Did you know??? "• AYA...

  16. This UnBee-lievable Life Ep 88: Northwest Indiana Realtor Kimberly Collins talks values in business

    Meet Kimberly Collins, a powerhouse in the real estate industry with 7 years of experience, possessing exceptional communication and negotiation skills, making her a successful facilitator of countless property transactions. As an At Home with Diversity and Overriding Bias Instructor, Kimberly's...

  17. Episode 87: The Isaiah 1:17 Project’s Amy DeVries talks their mission and needs

    Learn more about how The Isaiah 1:17 Project provides an array of services that are answering long-standing needs in the fostering community and providing children in need of foster care the best chance to know their potential is far greater than their circumstances.

  18. Episode 86: Lieutenant Governor Suzanne Crouch talks about her campaign for Governor discussing why she’s running, her building blocks for the future, and touches on mental health.

    Lieutenant Governor Suzanne Crouch talks about her campaign for Governor. She discusses why she's running, her building blocks for the future, and touches on mental health. Why does she want to run for Governor? '"Hoosiers need a leader they can trust to propel our state into the future. I truly...

  19. Episode 85: WNIN’s Tim Black talks how public media enriches our community

    Listen along as WNIN's President and CEO Tim Black talks about WNIN's mission to use public media to enrich people's lives and better our communities. Learn all about this local radio and television station whose core values reflect its striving to make our community: Healthy Well-educated Well...

  20. Episode 84: IAR President Lynn Wheeler talks housing shortage statistics in Indiana

    Indiana Association of Realtors President Lynn Wheeler breaks down statewide housing shortage numbers for us as Realtors and consumers. Great pulse on the current market if you've been wondering why everything seems so different than it did 2-3 years ago!

  21. Episode 83: Jagoe’s Sloane Hayhurst talks essential features in new construction to enhance resale value

    Sloane Hayhurst of Jagoe Homes talks essential features to include in a new construction home to enhance its resale value.

  22. Episode 82: Sloane Hayhurst talks how to sign up for the VIP program & Jagoe’s three new communities

    Sloan Hayhurst of Jagoe Homes is back to tell us all about how to sign up for their VIP program and about Jagoe's three upcoming new communities!

  23. Episode 81: Katrinka Rynder talks about the Susan H. Snyder Center for Women and Children and about the homeless epidemic in our area

    Katrinka Rynder - Capital Campaign Manager for the Evansville Rescue Mission - Susan H. Snyder Center for Women and Children is working to help bring awareness to the homeless epidemic affecting women and children in our area. She shares real time stats, talks breaking the cycle of homelessness,...

  24. Episode 80: FC Tucker Company’s Andy Rudolph talks how running strategies translate into life and business lessons

    FC Tucker Company's Andy Rudolph talks how running strategies translate into life and business lessons. He shares about how he got into running, his distance running strategy, and then dives into how the theory he took into that goes into his thoughts on business and life in general.

  25. Episode 79: Camelot Jewelers’s Head of Marketing Ashlyn Thompson talks permanent jewelry

    Camelot Jewelers's Head of Marketing Ashlyn Thompson talks permanent jewelry, how it works, and how affordable and easy it is! Not just jewelry but an occasion to be celebrated solo or with friends and/or family! Pop into the store with an appointment or create an entire event around it!

  26. Episode 78: Amelia Laster, AKBD, & Sloane Hayhurst talk Jagoe’s design strength

    I'm not sure if you know how in depth Jagoe's Design roots go, but if you caught our podcast with Dana Bugg and Sloane Hayhurst, you know that they keep a pulse on all things design (including attending the national industry conference)... Enter Amelia Laster, AKBD, who joins Sloane for an…

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  27. Episode 77: Clint Bender talks the Fairway Cash Guarantee

    With the market being so tight, it's typically hard to make your offer stand out as a buyer or their agent 🏠🔑. To combat this, Clint Bender at Fairway Independent Mortgage is offering their Fairway Cash Guarantee program. This can be utilized for any borrower that is trying to purchase a...

  28. Episode 76: Catching up with Joshua Hill from Response Medical Training

    Response Medical Training is a veteran and woman owned CPR training company that is comprised of Paramedics, Registered Nurses, and EMT's. Combined they have over 25 years teaching medical classes and over 50 years of prehospital and hospital training.

  29. Episode 75: Jagoe’s Sloane Hayhurst talks building new vs choosing a gently used home

    Why buy new when you get buy gently used or nearly new? Great question, and Jagoe's Sloane Hayhurst gives us the answers!!!

  30. Episode 74: Jagoe’s Sloane Hayhurst gives us the scoop on the Parade of Homes

    Guess what is right around the corner?! It’s like the Superbowl for new homes in our area. It’s the Parade of Homes! Parade of Homes starts Saturday June 3rd through Sunday June 11th. Closed on Tuesday the 6th for the awards banquet. During the parade of homes week you will be able to tour…

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  31. Episode 73: Fairways’ Clint Bender talks breaking industry news re: mortgages

    Clint Bender of Fairway Mortgage tackles some breaking news regarding what we discussed last week about the situation of rates and fees "getting worse" for higher score buyers. The latest news is that the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) rescinds controversial DTI LLPA after industry experts...

  32. Episode 72: Jagoe’s Sloane Hayhurst talks luxury builds and custom homes

    Sloane Hayhurst from Jagoe Homes talks luxury builds and custom homes in their Jagoe current subdivisions OR on your own land! With beautiful designs and complete customization (including basement options), why fight the market when you can build the PERFECT high end home for you?!?

  33. Episode 71: Jagoe’s Sloane Hayhurst talks common building misconceptions

    Sloane Hayhurst from Jagoe Homes breaks down some of the most common misconceptions when it comes to new construction!

  34. Episode 70: Nikki Waller of HOPE of Evansville talks housing programs and foreclosure prevention services

    Nikki Waller of HOPE of Evansville talks housing programs and foreclosure prevention services. Learn who they are, what they do, how you can help, or how you can be a part of their services!

  35. Episode 69: Mythbusting the latest media coverage of the Biden new mortgage rules with Clint Bender of Fairway Mortgage

    Clint Bender from Fairwway Mortgage breaks down the current new Biden mortgage fee rules that just went into effect May 1, 2023, and what that means for applicants with different credit scores. Is it really a "middle class tax hike" and "punishing buyers with good credit" as the media is...

  36. Episode 68: Dana Bugg and Sloane Hayhurst talk Jagoe’s history, growth, and buying power

    Dana Bugg and Sloane Hayhurst of Jagoe Homes dive into the history of the company (did you know they date back as far as the time of the great Depression???), how the company has grown and evolved, and the buying power behind the company and what that means for consumers!

  37. Episode 67: Kyler McReynolds tells us about the Evansville Wartime Museum

    Did you know that Evansville, Indiana, was per capita the largest war material producer during WWII? We produced LSTs, P47s, bullets and so much more! Listen to Evansville Wartime Museum Board Member Kyler McReynolds take us through the contributions that our community made on the WWII homefront…

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  38. Episode 66: Mesker Park Zoo’s Blake Shockley tells about what’s new at the zoo

    From penguins to plants, exhibits, camps, events and more Mesker Park Zoo & Botanic Garden's Marketing Director Blake Shockley fills us in on all the fun of this amazing local treasure!

  39. Episode 65: Amy and Deb talk working with a travel advisor and customizing trips

    Deb and Amy are travel advisors with Travelmation, a FL-based agency and Earmarked Diamond Authorized Disney Planner. They are both life-long Hoosiers and moms who have both a love of travel and helping others with their trips. Take a listen while they talk about the process of working with a...

  40. This UnBee-lievable Life Ep 64: Sloane Hayhurst walks us step by step through building with Jagoe

    From start to finish Jagoe's Sloane Hayhurst walks us through the sign up and build process! Our aim is to take the mystery out of home building and to encourage those looking for a new home/their dream home that building is a phenomenal option with tremendous benefits for the home owner!

  41. Episode 63: EVPL’s Erika Qualls Barnett talks how the library has something for everyone

    Seventeen year librarian and current EVPL Programming Manager Erika Qualls Barnett talks about the Evansville Vanderburgh Public Library's upcoming summer programming and how EVPL has something to offer all ages! Don't miss out on the fun!!!

  42. Episode 62: Robin Lax fills us in on the Vanderburgh County Miss Golden Pageant

    Created out of a senior project, the Miss Golden Pageant is a Pageant for Females with Special Needs. Held annually at the Vanderburgh County Fair, these young women are given the opportunity to shine!!! Learn about the pageant's history and current day, and then tell your friends so you can…

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  43. Episode 61: Jagoe’s Sloane Hayhurst talks the ease of navigating their website

    Check out our second Jagoe Homes podcast installment as New Home Consultant Sloane Hayhurst gives us a guided tour through their company website. Easy, convenient, and seamless, the website can help you from start to finish as you dive into building and new home ownership!

  44. Episode 60: Southwestern Indiana Builders Association’s Audra Kain Talks Parade of Homes

    Southwestern Indiana Builders Association's Audra Kain fills us in on what to expect on the latest Parade of Homes!!! To learn more about SIBA, visit: https://sibaonline.org/ and to find out more about our local Parade of Homes, visit: https://sibaparadeofhomes.com/

  45. Episode 59: uVest Advisory’s Erik Goodge talks about What is your Enough Number?

    uVest Advisory's Erik Goodge talks about What is your Enough Number? What are your financial goals and how will you achieve them? How much money do you need to retire, and more!!!

  46. Episode 58: Feller Express’s Missy Feller talks dinos & children’s entertainment

    Feller Express's Missy Feller talks dinos, the children's entertainment business, and being an "accidental entrepreneur!"

  47. Episode 57: Uber / Lyft driver and photographer Jeanna DiVietro Talks Tourette’s

    Dear friend Jeanna DiVietro joins us on the latest episode to talk Tourette's. Showing symptoms at age 6 and officially diagnosed at age 8, Jeanna gives us a firsthand account of what life with Tourette's is like.

  48. Episode 56: Aurora Evansville’s Zac Heronemus talks homeless services in our community

    Aurora Evansville's Zac Heronemus talks homeless services in our community as well as what a vital role Aurora plays in that as well as breaking the cycle of homelessness.

  49. Episode 55: Jagoe’s Sloane Hayhurst talks the benefits of building

    Dive into our new podcast series on the home building process! Jagoe's Sloane Hayhurst talks the benefits of building and what that might look like for YOU!!!

  50. Episode 54: Fairway’s Clint Bender talks Temporary Buydowns

    In a highly competitive housing market, temporary buydowns can be a unique and effective solution for either buyers or sellers! Long time friend and colleague Clint Bender at Fairway Independent Mortgage explains how this old school tactic might bring you the win!!!

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Evansville, IN, Realtor, Magazine Editor, Wedding Expert, Artist, and Hobby Farmer Nikki Davis takes you along for the ride as she navigates the ups and downs of being an introverted, networking centric small business owner in Midwestern Life. Ask her just about anything… This 22 year Evansville / River Valley transplant has spent the last 2+ decades putting down roots and loving this little slice of heaven that she calls home!

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