Raleigh Roots is your go-to podcast about living, working, and raising a family in the Triangle- hosted by Kate and Kathryn, two middle- aged moms with Raleigh Roots and a lot to say. From school pick ups to midlife pivots, friendships to local favorites we're talking about the real, messy, beautiful parts of life in Raleigh. Unfiltered, honest and full of laughs...tune in and let's get started!
Summary
In this episode, Ryan shares his journey of opening Jeff's Bagel Run across multiple locations, the unique techniques that make their bagels stand out, and his inspiring nonprofit work supporting orphans in Uganda.
Keywords
bagel shop, entrepreneurship, nonprofit, Raleigh, Jeff's Bagel Run, bagel making, business growth, community support
Key Topics
Ryan's background and journey from New York to Raleigh
The process of making traditional New York bagels
The importance of freshness and continuous baking
Ryan's nonprofit work with Ugandan orphans
Strategies for growing a franchise in a competitive market
The role of community support and local marketing
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and episode overview
00:39 Ryan's background and journey to Raleigh
04:01 The origin of Jeff's Bagel Run and franchise expansion
06:37 Location details and community integration
08:01 What makes their bagels unique and authentic
09:01 The baking process and maintaining freshness
11:21 Ryan's nonprofit work in Uganda
13:02 Balancing business and charitable work
16:09 Support and growth plans for Jeff's Bagel Run
19:28 Challenges of staffing and early mornings
22:13 The entrepreneurial journey with friends
23:25 Reflections on hockey and life transitions
27:43 Supporting the community and future plans
29:18 Final thoughts and encouragement for listeners
Links: https://jeffsbagelrun.com/ (https://jeffsbagelrun.com/) - Jeff's Bagel Run
Instagram: @ryguybagelguy
21 Aug 2026
Edit & Elevate
Summary
In this episode, we explore how retail professionals can leverage their existing wardrobe and mindset to boost sales and personal style. Our guests, Laura & Susan, share insights on retail strategies and wardrobe management.
Keywords
retail, wardrobe, sales, personal style, shopping tips
Key Topics
The importance of wardrobe management in retail
Strategies for retail sales enhancement
Mindset shifts for retail success
How to identify hidden wardrobe assets
Practical tips for shopping your own closet
Takeaways
Many people have unused clothing that can be repurposed for new outfits.
Retail success often depends on mindset and wardrobe confidence.
Shopping your own closet can save money and inspire creativity.
Show Links:
Edit & Elevate https://www.instagram.com/_edit_and_elevate_/ (https://www.instagram.com/_edit_and_elevate_/)
Vermillion https://vermillionstyle.com/ (https://vermillionstyle.com/)
Zara https://vermillionstyle.com/ (https://vermillionstyle.com/)
Shepherd Youth Ranch https://shepherdyouthranch.org/ (https://shepherdyouthranch.org/)
3 Aug 2026
Sassool Sisters
Summary
In this episode, Noelle and Simone share their journey of running Sassool and Figment Farm, highlighting their unique approaches to hospitality, community engagement, and culinary innovation. Discover how they blend tradition with creativity to create memorable experiences and support local agriculture.
Keywords
hospitality, culinary innovation, community engagement, Figment Farm, Sassool, event planning, food trends, local agriculture, gluten-free, food entrepreneurship
Key Topics
Family recipes and culinary heritage. Figment Farm and community events. Innovative catering and event experiences. Supporting local agriculture and sustainability. Adapting to COVID-19 challenges in food service
Takeaways
The importance of blending tradition with innovation in food. Community events can create memorable brand experiences .Online ordering became crucial during COVID-19 and remains vital. Supporting local farms enhances menu authenticity and sustainability. Creative event planning can turn outdoor spaces into magical experiences
Sound Bites
"Simone is like the sunshine and I'm like the dark one"
"I love to plan everything down to the T"
"Mother's Day of 2020 was the worst day of Sassool's life"
Sassool: https://sassool.com/ ( https://sassool.com/)
FigMINT Farms: https://sassool.com/figmintfarms (https://sassool.com/figmintfarms)
Reach and audience
Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.
YouTube views
324
Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025
Apple Podcasts (US)
4.6 / 5
10 ratings
Spotify
1.8 / 5
5 ratings
Podcast Authority Score: 25 / 100
A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.
Quality
10
Social presence
0
YouTube
66
Engagement
32
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