On this week’s episode of The Conversation Mill, Lieutenant Mike Austin of the Greenville, SC City Police shares powerful insights on community policing—emphasizing the importance of listening to citizens to build trust and connection.

We dive into:

✅ The role of community partnerships in effective policing.

✅ The emotional challenges faced by officers.

✅ The unique bond and responsibilities of K9 handling and an emotion story of how these dogs save lives.

This conversation highlights the heart behind the badge.

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In this episode, we have one of the most valuable conversations you’ll hear as a small business owner. Joining us is Courtney Epps, the founder of OTBTAX, a renowned tax strategist, international speaker, and author of More Relaxing Less Taxing and What’s Your Plan B?.

It’s no secret that every small business owner shares the common goal of keeping more money in their pockets and reinvesting it into their business. Yet, despite this universal aim, many small business owners lack even the foundational step of categorizing their expenses, let alone having a robust tax strategy to prevent overpaying taxes.

Courtney shares her expert insights and actionable tips that can empower business owners to start taking control of their finances and stop leaving money on the table. Her experience in working with businesses of all sizes has given her a unique perspective on how to legally and ethically free up money through effective tax strategies.

Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur or just starting your business journey, this conversation is your sign to find a tax strategist and take back control of your financial future.

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Today we honor and thank our veterans I think one of the many ways we can say thank you is by preserving history, learning our history and learning from our history so…

Today’s episode is a history lesson. We are in desperate need of learning more of our history and the history that leads us to where we are now. Yet, we often fail to truly understand our history or appreciate the broader scope of world history. With so many agenda-driven retellings, misunderstandings, or outright disregard for history, I aim to bring more historical context to the podcast when it makes sense. With this episode releasing on Veterans Day, I thought it would be the perfect opportunity to begin incorporating more history into the show.

To learn more about the history of Veterans Day, including the year all federal holidays were moved to Mondays, check out the links below.

How WWI Changed America: America Goes to War

https://wisconsinfirstnations.org/ho-chunk-nation/

African American Women and WWI | National WWI Museum and Memorial

https://www.nationalgeographic.com/culture/article/world-war-i

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In this episode of Conversation Mill, host Rebecca Dehl sits down with Brian Beitler, the visionary founder of Sune, a new mobile app that’s redefining the way we shop for handcrafted goods. From the people behind QVC and HSN comes Sune—a virtual craft fair where you can discover, shop, and sell unique products made by talented makers across the United States. Tune in as Brian shares the story behind Sune, the inspiration for creating a digital craft fair, and how the platform brings makers and buyers together through immersive video experiences.

Links and Resources:

• Visit Sune's Website: sune.com
• Become a Seller on Sune: Sign Up Here
• Follow Sune on Social Media: Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube: @shopsune

Join us for an inspiring conversation on how Sune is making handcrafted shopping more accessible and connecting buyers with the stories behind the products they love.

In this episode of the Conversation Mill, we sit down with Mitch Vazquez, founder of Heroes' Harvests, a 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to providing therapeutic outdoor experiences to our nation's service members. Mitch, a veteran himself, shares the story behind Heroes' Harvests and its mission to support active duty military members, reservists, National Guard members, veterans, and Gold Star families through exclusive hunting, fishing, and outdoor activities.

With nearly 20 million veterans and around 2 million active duty, reserve, and National Guard Soldiers in the United States, Heroes' Harvests was founded on the belief that time spent in nature can be a powerful form of healing. Mitch discusses how the nonprofit's dynamic events create therapeutic environments designed to help service members cope with the physical and emotional stress they have endured, whether from combat-related injuries, PTSD, or the challenges of transitioning to civilian life.

Tune in to learn more about the incredible work Heroes' Harvests is doing to improve the lives of those who have served our country. Mitch’s passion for the outdoors and dedication to giving back is inspiring, and his insights offer a glimpse into how nature can play a vital role in the healing process.

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Welcome to another episode of Conversation Mill, where we discuss the heartbeat of communities—small businesses, local leaders, and the organizations working to make a difference. Today, we’re excited to welcome our special guest, the Mom and Pop Alliance of South Carolina, an organization dedicated to championing the needs of family-owned and small businesses across the state.

Small businesses are the backbone of South Carolina's economy, yet their voices often go unheard in the development of government policies. The Mom and Pop Alliance was founded to change that. As a business owner herself, Diane Hardy, the founder understands the challenges faced by small businesses—especially when it comes to the ever-increasing influence of state government on business operations.

This organization was created and is run by volunteers who are committed to serving as a bridge between family-owned businesses and state government. They work diligently to advocate for solutions and policies that support the "mom and pop" businesses that form the economic foundation of South Carolina. Diane, knows these challenges firsthand as the owner of a franchise bakery in Greenville, SC. Her experience fuels the alliance’s mission to ensure that small businesses have a strong voice in shaping policies that affect their success.

The Mom and Pop Alliance Annual Dinner is just around the corner, and you won’t want to miss it! Ticket sales are now live for this year’s event, taking place on October 28th in Greenville.

Last year's dinner was a sold-out success, so be sure to purchase your tickets early. This year's event will be emceed by radio personality Joey Hudson, promising an evening full of inspiration, networking, and celebration. Attendees will enjoy a chef-prepared meal, wine, and dessert in the stunning open-air dining room at Hotel Hartness.

• Connect with fellow small business owners, advocates, and leaders.
• Gain insights into current policies impacting small businesses in South Carolina.
• Support the efforts of the Mom and Pop Alliance to create a business-friendly climate in the state.

Thank you for tuning in to this episode of Conversation Mill, where we explore the stories that shape our communities. Remember, when small businesses thrive, so do the places we call home.

Andrew Reina, Founder of The Ragnar Group, joins me in conversation in this episode about insurance (personal & business), liquor liability, and solutions to help small businesses in South Carolina, but potential across the US.

The Ragnar Group Inc. was formed with a singular goal in mind, to disrupt the insurance and financial services industries. For far to long this industry in our opinion has been built not with the client in mind but with what benefits the company’s, agents and advisors most. The result has been a frustrating relationship between financial professionals and the general public in which they strive to help.

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Laurel Harrop, founder of Busty Lush, joins the conversation to share what inspired her to start this line of non-alcoholic malt beverages that celebrate women.

This female forward brand, delivers great taste with style.

But entering the beverage space is not for the faint of heart. You have to be willing to take risks and create a great brand story to get the attention of buyers.

Join Laurel and I in conversation as we discuss Laurels history as an entrepreneur, her advice to young entrepreneurs and more.

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