Few groups have been affected by "stay at home" orders more than small business owners. In this episode, The Rock Doc speaks with Josh Quinn - owner of popular Columbus, Ohio boutiques Tigertree and Cub Shrub - about how his businesses have weathered the storm and whether it's possible to re-open safely without a government mandate for customers to wear masks. Shop Online www.shoptigertree.com - Make sure you follow them on Instagram - @shoptigertreeShow CreditsHost: Dr. Randy Sharma @rockdocohioExecutive Producer & Music Supervisor: Krystopher Scott @krysdash See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On March 17, 2020, Gov DeWine ordered Ohio bars and restaurants to cease dine-in services. As a result, most of Ohio's 525,000 restaurant workers suddenly found themselves without jobs. Overwhelmed by the deluge of claims, the State has struggled to disperse unemployment benefits in a timely manner, leaving many unable to pay bills or even to put food on their tables. In this episode, Dr. Sharma talks to Chef Sangeeta Lakhani (The Table) about teaming up with Letha Pugh (Bake Me Happy) and Matthew Heaggans, Catie Randazzo, and Reed Woogerd (Ambrose & Eve/Preston's Burgers) on a collaborative effort to feed displaced hospitality industry workers.More info can be found - and donations can be made - at www.servicerelief.orgShow CreditsHost: Dr. Randy Sharma @rockdocohioExecutive Producer & Music Supervisor: Krystopher Scott @krysdash See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In recent weeks, several Ohio institutions have used innovation to help in the battle against the novel coronavirus. But this is old hat for Ohioans, who have a long history of creating technologies that we rely on heavily today. In this episode, Dr. Sharma speaks with Alex Hastie, host of the Ohio v. The World history podcast, about some of those inventions. We all know about The Wright Bros, but what about Garrett Morgan? Get ready to nerd out and learn why Ohio should be called "The Cradle of Innovation".Follow Alex @ohiovtheworldpodcastShow CreditsHost: Dr. Randy Sharma @rockdocohioExecutive Producer & Music Supervisor: Krystopher Scott @krysdash See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In our weekly Columbus COVID-19 round-up, Councilman Shannon G. Hardin and I discuss the broader availability of SARS-CoV-2 testing in Columbus, what to do with folks that are ignoring "stay at home" orders, and disparities in healthcare. (As well as pizza parties, quarantine haircuts, and Zoom backgrounds) #COVID19 #stayathome #wearamask😷 #flattenthecurve #FridayswithShannon #DrDooRag #TheRockDocChronicles👨🏽‍⚕️Show CreditsHost: Dr. Randy Sharma @rockdocohioExecutive Producer & Music Supervisor: Krystopher Scott @krysdash See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

How do you "stay at home" when you're homeless? While much has been made of the current efforts to prepare for COVID-19 "surge" patients, an equally valiant effort is being made to take care of some of our most valuable citizens - the homeless.On this episode of The Rock Doc Chronicles, Dr. Sharma speaks with Michelle Heritage, Executive Director of Community Shelter Board about how the City of Columbus and a network of community based organizations are working to educate and safely house our homeless population, current plans to care for those showing symptoms of COVID-9, and what we can all do to help out.Helpful Linkshttps://www.csb.org/how-to-help-covid-19/ https://www.midohiofoodbank.org/covid-19/Show CreditsHost: Dr. Randy Sharma @rockdocohioExecutive Producer & Music Supervisor: Krystopher Scott @krysdash See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Dr. Randy Sharma and City Council President Shannon Hardin sit down to talk about the current numbers, preventive measurements, and other weekly Coronavirus updates.Show CreditsHost: Dr. Randy Sharma @rockdocohioExecutive Producer & Music Supervisor: Krystopher Scott @krysdash See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Dr. Randy Sharma sits down with Columbus City Council President Shannon Hardin to discuss the current numbers and best practices for the city of Columbus.Follow Columbus City Council President Shannon Hardin on Instagram @sg_hardinShow Credits:Host: Dr. Randy Sharma @rockdocohioExecutive Producer & Music Supervisor: Krystopher Scott @krysdash See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On this episode, Dr Sharma sits down with communications specialist, Haley Boehning. After working 17 years in a corporate environment , she stepped away to co-found Storyforge, a consulting firm. As many of us temporarily shift to working from home, Haley shares her pointers on maintaining productivity and staying in contact with friends and family.Show Credits:Host: Dr. Randy Sharma @rockdocohioExecutive Producer & Music Supervisor: Krystopher Scott @krysdash See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Matthew Murphy of The Wombats and Love Fame Tragedy. With a short break in touring (and while his infant daughter naps), the beloved leader of The Wombats and Love Fame Tragedy called in to briefly catch up with Dr. Sharma. In an effort to raise funds for charities assisting people affected by the COVID-19 pandemic (and to celebrate the release of LFT's "Five Songs to Briefly Fill The Void" EP) Murph will be livestreaming an intimate set on 3/19/2019 at 4 pm ET.Show Credits:Host: Dr. Randy Sharma @rockdocohioExecutive Producer & Music Supervisor: Krystopher Scott @krysdash See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Dr. Sharma sits down with Dr. Brock Bauer of Enliven Resource to discuss mental health awareness during the coronavirus pandemic.Show Credits:Host: Dr. Randy Sharma @rockdocohioExecutive Producer & Music Supervisor: Krystopher Scott @krysdash See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.