
On todayâs episode, Liz and Big Daddy (Olivia is out of town for a family emergency-sending prayers!) tackle the hot topic: Taylor Swift fans created vibrations on the level of several small earthquakes at her recent shows in Edinburgh-now thatâs what we call rock ân roll!! We go onto discuss our favorite summer traditions from childhood as well as favorite Richmond summertime traditions overall. Big Daddy drops some knowledge about the best weekend road trip spots for some summer fun in the sun. We also discuss some upcoming summer events around town, as well as places to check out fireworks on the 4th!Fireworks:-07-04-07/06 Star spangled nights at Kings Dominion-07/04 The Diamond after the Flying Squirrels game-07/04 Chesterfield Fairgrounds-gates open at 5p.m.-07/04 Red, White, and Lights at Crump Park(laser show, no actual fireworks FYI) fun starts at 4 p.m.Band of the Week: Be Kind and RewindBekindandrewind90s.comInstagram: bekind_rewindbandBusiness of the Week: TXTUR/Stocktxtur.com and txtur.com/pages/stock-rvaInstagram: txturrva and stockrichmondShout outs:Agecroft Hall and Gardens25th Anniversary Season of the Shakespeare FestivalStone Soul Music and Food FestivalMetzger Bar and ButcheryThe Flying SquirrelsRichmond Parks and Recreation Music at MaymontThe Mashup and Cozy Confition
Jun 18, 2024
39 min

On today's episode we have Michael Sparks, a luminary in the design, branding, and fashion spheres. He brings over 3 decades of experience to his role at the Underground Kitchen. Michael has had many roles within the fashion and design spheres from assistant buyer at Lugene optical in NYC, to creative Artistic Eye-a purveyor of luxury products, to consulting all over the globe, as well as establishing Michael Sparks Design, and then using all of those skills to created the Underground Kitchen in 2012, Michael has cemented his legacy as a visionary entrepreneur at the intersection of design and gastronomy. Thatâs quite the rĂ©sumĂ©!We also discuss the controversy surrounding P. Diddy and his violent behavior and of course Big Daddy also drops it on us about the best coffee in RVA!Support Michael and The Underground Kitchen:Instagram.com/theugkfacebook.com/ugkrvatheundergroundkitchen.orgfacebook.com/ugkcommunityfirstInstagram.com/ugkcommunityfirstVOLUNTEER: ugkcommunityfirst.orgBand of the week:What's Our Age Again?https://www.facebook.com/whatsourageagainband/https://www.instagram.com/rvawhatsourageagain/They play favorite 90s and 2000s pop punk and emo hits from Blink-182, to Red Jumpsuit Apparatus, to Fall Out Boy, the Avril Lavigne, to Jimmy Eat World, to so many more. Everyone is dancing and they draw a huge crowd.Theyâll be playing again on June 29th at River City Roll at 9PM - 12:30 AM.Theyâll also be playing Saturday Sept 7th at the Broadberry at 8.Restaurants of the week:River City Wood FireOur recommendation: The Angry Zinski - 10" (Spicy Pepperoni) Pizza - Olive oil, sea salt, crushed tomato sauce, red pepper flakes, parmesan, mozzarella, cup-and-char pepperoni, and a drizzle of our house-made "El Machete" hot honey.https://www.instagram.com/rvawoodfiredpizza/Peter Chang'sOur recommendation: Kung Pao Chicken Buns, Pork With Spicy Garlic Sauce, any of their fried rice disheshttps://www.instagram.com/chefpeterchang/Shoutouts:River City RollThe BroadberryElva Salon and Nail Spa
Jun 4, 2024
58 min

On todayâs episode we have Kevin Sheffield - a local bartending celebrity who recently opened Smoke & Barrel in the former space of the Dugout, Step Down Raw Bar, The White Dog, and its longest tenant, Lady Nâawlins. The space has been around since the 70s. Kevin is most well known for his drink slinging skills at New York Deli. Heâs been in the bartending business for 10 years now at places like ChaChas, FW Sullivans and Lady Nâawlins. He won bartender of the year for RVA 6 years in a row (2016-2021) and heâs in the hall of fame for Style Weekly. He loves Richmond, going to VCU basketball games and Flying Squirrels baseball games. We also discuss Pharrell Williams filming his movie in RVA, Opossums, restaurants and band of the week, and more!Support Smoke & Barrel:InstagramFacebookReservationsBand of the week:Almost Gone - cool 90s/pop/punk cover band that does Blink-182, Nickleback, Nirvana, and bunch more great covers.InstagramAlmost Gone On SpotifyRestaurants of the week:Smoke & Barrel: 2329 W. Main StreetIt has a high end speakeasy vibe with an incredible happy hour and food menu. You can get high end old fashioneds, martinis, negronis, palomas, margaritas and more for only $7! We've never seen a happy hour price that good. They have an amazing happy hour food menu and a robust delicious dinner menu as well. Try the steak egg rolls and the empanadas - big portions for a great price. They also have duck and steak on the menu. Nothing is over $30.Titoâs taqueria & Bar: 733 W Cary Street@titostaqueriarvaDrinks: Texicana marg or spicy mango margaritaApps: The Sampler - guac, cheese dip, salsa trio and flaming hot crazy corn rolled in hot CheetosEntree: Birria tacos with beef or hot Cheetos burritoShoutouts:NY DeliHandthrown Pottery StudioThe ParkMugshot
May 20, 2024
1 hr 1 min

Craving something new this spring? How about a casual picnic filled with delicious and delectable bites â all for a heartwarming cause? Save the date for Saturday, May 18, from 6pm - 9pm, as the Positive Vibe Foundation unveils its second annual signature culinary extravaganza: Positively Delicious.You're cordially invited to join us at the Faison Center's Guzman Community Center for an evening steeped in community spirit and elevated by culinary mastery. The list of wonderful restaurants representing Richmond and beyond has been handpicked by the visionary restaurateur and community advocate, Jason Alley, in collaboration with Positive Vibe's Executive Director Michele Jones, both esteemed figures from Richmond's beloved culinary scene at Comfort and Pasture.Michele Jones is a former restauranteur and owner of Comfort, Pasture, and Bingo Beer. Her work in the nonprofit industry has previously been through her philanthropic efforts during her years dominating the Richmond restaurant scene. As recently profiled in Richmond magazine, Michele established an annual tradition of giving back to her community by collecting coats and suitcases for kids in foster care. She was named âWorld News Tonight with Diane Sawyerâ Person of the Week for her efforts. In 2018, Comfort partnered with Feed More to donate 100% of its proceeds to fight food insecurity.âWhile her history in the restaurant world might not seem to be the most logical choice to helm a nonprofit, she brings decades of experience in running large, complex, and successful public-facing organizations. Her enthusiasm and energy, along with potential new community partners, is destined to uplift Positive Vibeâs students and expand their opportunities for finding purpose, passion and possibilities.Positive Vibe Foundation is wholeheartedly dedicated to providing transformative training and coaching talent help people with disabilities lead fulfilling and independent lives.
May 7, 2024
54 min

On todayâs episode we have the pleasure of sitting down with Charlie (lead vocals) and Alex (bass) from Flight Club (NOT Fight Club); a four piece rock band hailing from our own RVA! We saw them play at River Rock last year after they were handing out free stickers to the crowd and we were blown away by their music. They played an amazing pop-punk cover of Unwritten by Natasha Bendingfield and we were instantly hooked! We also saw them more recently at the Broadberry when they opened for 408 and We The Kings. They sound right on par with those two big bands. Today you'll learn all about the band. Big Daddy will also drop it on us with some funny news about this year's Coachella and we'll discuss the pay gap between men and women's basketball. ENJOY!Support Flight Club:InstagramFacebookOther Links & Tour DatesBand Of The Week: FLIGHT CLUB OF COURSE!Big Daddy Topic: The disaster called Coachella (WOOHOO)Restaurants Of The week:En Su BocaOpen from 11am-2am every day. Happy hour from 3-6 mon-friday where house margs are 7.50, rails are 5.5, $1 off beer and wine. Happiest of all hours monday - thursday 5-6 where you can take an additional dollar off of all of those.Drink: house margApp: Boca trio - whopping pile of chips with different salsas, guac and quesoEntree: One of their burrito bowls. Theyâre all insanely delicious so it doesnât matter which one you pickThe Answer / MekongDrink: Orange creamsicle beerApp: Salt and pepper calamari, shrimp chipsEntree: Bon Mi (hangover cure)Dessert: Nightingale ice cream sandwichEvent of the week: Positively Delicious by Positive Vibes Foundation, May 18th. Raises money for disabled RVA locals to find employment and other opportunities. Unlimited gourmet food and drinks made by RVA chefs.Shoutouts:River RockThe Broadberry408We The KingsThe NationalThe Canal ClubBrown's IslandRichmond Music HallThe CamelSticky RiceBlack LodgeWarped TourRichmond SpidersErin & The WildfireMama J'sJew FroOur Sponsor:Maya's Belly Dancing đ
Apr 22, 2024
1 hr 6 min

On today's episode, we have Katherine - owner of The Verdant Lady; a one of a kind cocktail bar located in RVA's West End. The Lady offers up refreshingly unique cocktails, an enchanting and funky indoor space with an atmosphere that acts as a place for friends and wanderers to share a drink together as equals. With their carefully curated cocktail menu and food served up from Les Crepes nextdoor, youâre sure to be delighted the moment you walk in.We also talk about the solar eclipse and if the end of the world is upon us.Support The Verdant Lady & Les Crepeshttps://www.theverdantlady.com/The Verdant Lady InstagramFacebookhttps://www.lescrepesrva.com/Les Crepes InstagramRestaurants of the week:The Verdant Lady & Les Crepes - we recommend the Love Island cocktail (Rose infused Vodka, Lillet RosĂ©, Lychee, Lemon, Sparkling Coconut Water). For an app get the fried goat cheese balls. For an entre get the Curry Lamb Crepe.Uliveto - https://www.gersirestaurant.com/ulivetoPoloma or Agua De Valencia for a brunch cocktail. For an app: anchovies and citrus. Entre: eggs Sicilana.Band of the week:Gone Country - https://gonecountryrva.com/2024-scheduleâWhere the line-dancing, Honky Tonk sound of Brooks & Dunn meets the smooth, timeless melodies of Alan Jackson.âMake sure to get your tickets for Wear RVA's 5th annual charity fashion show. All proceeds go towards scholarships for local RVA high school girls.Our Sponsor: Maya's Belly Dancing
Apr 15, 2024
58 min

Our friend Rick Plautz, owner and operator of the Bell Garden, is back on the pod today! If you didn't catch his last episode, the Bell Garden is a wellness business and sound bath facilitator in RVA combining quartz crystal bowls, curated music, and vocal toning to create a profoundly relaxing meditative experience.Today Rick comes to discuss an exciting new festival in RVA: Rest Fest on May 4th. The festival is a celebration of wellness, bringing Richmonders together for group classes, speakers, music, food and connection. We also talk about the MANDALA EFFECT with Big Daddy! âšTickets to Rest Fest:https://www.rvarestfest.com/Support The Bell Garden:[email protected] of the week:The Boathouse @ Rocketts LandingCocktail: dirty martiniApp: Rockefeller oystersEntree: crab cakes with asparagus and mashed potatoes. The crab cakes have a mustard glaze on top which is so delicious!HobnobCocktail: The Winter SolsticeEntree: Fried green tomato BLT or Strawberry Goat cheese salad with grilled chickenCroaker's Spot -Southern soul foodBand of the week:Cheapshot: a five piece rock band that plays 90s/2000s hits with their own hard rock flair on everything they play.https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089847070248&mibextid=LQQJ4dhttps://www.instagram.com/cheapshotva/?hl=enOur Sponsor:Maya's BellydancingđShoutouts:Divine SparkThe Art Of Us StudioTransitions Float SpaRVA Rage RoomMaymontCarytown MassageDoswell Meadow Event Park
Mar 25, 2024
54 min

Welcome to O Lala! (In The Dungeon). We are two blondes (with our big daddy) who discuss all things RVA! We interview the most interesting people in the city and discuss current events and other happenings around Richmond. Tune in every other Monday for a new episode!
Feb 14, 2024
41 sec

On today's episode we interview Carter Snipes, co-owner of the popular Hofheimer building. We also discuss popular restaurant trends around RVA, more news about the infamous Stanley Cup, our restaurants and band of the week, and more!About our guest: Carter Snipes is an entrepreneur and a veteran real estate developer. As the owner of Snipes Properties, he has aided in the redevelopment of properties across Richmond, including of course the historic Hofheimer building, and Brambly Park Winery, a 2 acre park-like urban winery, restaurant, and music venue in the back of Scott's Addition. As an activist board member of the Scott's Addition Neighborhood Association, Carter has also been instrumental in securing city grants for Scottâs Addition greenspace, landscaping, and infrastructure. Snipes is a passionate, visionary entrepreneur set on elevating the neighborhoodâs exposure on a national level.Support Carter Snipes:https://www.hofheimerbuilding.com/https://www.facebook.com/hofheimerbuilding/https://www.instagram.com/hofheimer_buildinghttps://www.harrysrva.com/https://www.instagram.com/harrysrva/https://www.bramblypark.com/https://www.instagram.com/bramblypark/https://www.facebook.com/bramblyparkhttps://www.tiktok.com/@bramblyparkOur sponsor:Maya's Belly DancingđBand of the week: The Atkinsons - Country, rock, Americana, and folk blend. This 7 piece band will blow you away.Restaurants of the week:Greek on Cary - 3107 w Cary StPho Thien Phat 2 - 9031 W Broad St
Feb 12, 2024
54 min

Today we are joined by Erin, the soulful and extremely talented vocalist from RVAâs Erin & The Wildfire. The band started out as four college friends in Charlottesville, VA making music just for the fun of it. Today they have grown into a flourishing decade long musical experience with an idie-pop flair with influences from Emily King, DâAngelo, YEBBA, Vulfpeck, and Donny Hathaway. The band also includes Ryan Lipps on guitar, Nick Quillen on drums, Matt Woods on bass and Stephen Roach on keys.Erin & The Wildfire create their own music with deeply personal lyrics that mainly focus on Erinâs journey with struggles with body acceptance and self-love but also touch on climate change, fighting the patriarchy and more. The band strives to make their shows a safe space for all ages and kinds of people.Their second full-length album, Touchy Feely was released April 1, 2022 and recorded in the Summer of 2021, after nearly a year and a half of virtual songwriting and collaboration during the global pandemic. The new release, named one of Style Weeklyâs most-anticipated local albums of 2022, was produced by acclaimed songwriter and producer Matthew E. White (Natalie Prass). The meticulous production, impeccable songwriting, and sensual vocals are present as ever on an album that polishes the signature style introduced by their popular single âShapeâ in 2020.E&TW have also made appearances at some of the largest festivals on the East Coast including Suwannee Rising, LOCKNâ, FloydFest, CMJ, RoosterWalk, and more.Support Erin & The Wildfire:https://www.erinandthewildfire.com/https://www.instagram.com/erinandthewildfire/https://www.facebook.com/ErinandtheWildfire/https://twitter.com/ErinAndWildfirehttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCA8j8JBYzPOKZrrB7xwweRQhttps://music.apple.com/us/artist/erin-the-wildfire/727140636https://soundcloud.com/erinandthewildfirehttps://www.tiktok.com/@erinandthewildfirehttps://open.spotify.com/artist/03NHhY1mdWC3Hf9uJEnomj?si=W34dC8EkR0uy3YYgGx2z3QOur sponsor:Maya's Belly DancingđRestaurants of the week:Metzger Bar & Butchery -801 N 23rd St.Sabai RVA -2727 W Broad Street
Jan 29, 2024
48 min
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