Sweet Tea and The Economy

About Sweet Tea and The Economy

Welcome to Sweet Tea and Economy, where we blend refreshing Southern charm with insightful #economic conversation! This podcast is your direct line to the Carolinas LGBT+ Chamber of Commerce. We're all about fostering growth and leadership within the LGBTQ+ business community. Tune in for candid discussions on economic trends, smart business strategies, and the unique financial journeys within the #LGBTQ+ landscape. Pour yourself a glass, and let's get talking! #LGBTQ #SmallBusiness #ProfessionalDevelopment #Entrepreneurship

Publisher

Host: Zach Anderson

Category

business

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

4 Jun 2025

Latest episode

25 Jun 2025

Latest episodes

11 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   25 Jun 2025

   Episode 12: The Power of Policy: Rebby Kern & Bethany Corrigan on Advocating for All Carolinians

   Rebby Kern and Bethany Corrigan discuss how policy and government decisions impact the LGBTQ+ community's economic well-being, offering advice on advocacy, resilience, and finding credible information in this interview with Zach Anderson.

2. 

   25 Jun 2025

   Episode #11: From Corporate to Queer Fitness: Crem Morris Frazier's Entrepreneurial Journey

   Crem Morris-Frazier, owner of Q Fitness & Wellness, discusses her transition from corporate fitness to creating a safe space for the LGBTQ+ community, highlighting the importance of authenticity in business in this interview with Zach Anderson.

3. 

   4 Jun 2025

   Episode #10: Your Career Blueprint from Head of HR: Darrell Fincher-Crusan

   Head of HR Darrell Fincher-Crusan discusses with host Zach Anderson the evolving job market, offering insights on resumes, networking, and authenticity in the workplace in this interview.

4. 

   4 Jun 2025

   Episode #9: Tara Belzer's Recipe for Small Business Success (and Happy Pets!)

   Zach Anderson interviews Tara Belzer, pet care expert and owner, about building a pet care empire, navigating market challenges, and the importance of supporting local businesses.

5. 

   4 Jun 2025

   Episode #8: Unlock Your Business Potential with Elaya Walker!

   Life coach Elaya Walker shares her "Three Rs" framework with host Zach Anderson, discussing how entrepreneurs can align personal values with business goals for authentic growth in this interview.

6. 

   4 Jun 2025

   Episode #7: Connie Vetter - Your Legal Rights in NC – A MUST-LISTEN!

   Attorney Connie Vetter informs host Zach Anderson about North Carolina's legal rights for the LGBTQ+ community, emphasizing estate planning and digital asset protection in this interview.

7. 

   4 Jun 2025

   Episode #6: Networking Secrets: Building Your Business in Charleston's LGBTQ+ Community

   Vice Chair Matthew Humphrey of the Carolinas LGBT+ Chamber of Commerce discusses Charleston's networking opportunities and small business landscape with host Zach Anderson in an interview.

8. 

   4 Jun 2025

   Episode #5: David McRae - From Bars to Big Tech!

   Wells Fargo Engineering Associate David McRae shares his transformative career journey with host Zach Anderson, highlighting the importance of transferable skills and personal growth in the tech industry in this interview.

9. 

   4 Jun 2025

   Episode #4: Leveraging ChatGPT to accomplish more at your job or small business

   Olive AI's Liz Schob and Jason Lewis discuss how businesses leverage ChatGPT and other AI tools to streamline processes, automate tasks, and enhance content creation in this interview episode.

10. 

    4 Jun 2025

    Episode #3: Unlock Your ERG Potential! Nick & Richard Spill the Tea on Connection & Community

    Committee members Nick Randone and Richard Stevens discuss the importance of Employee Resource Groups for fostering inclusion and driving positive change within businesses in an interview with Zach Anderson.

11. 

    4 Jun 2025

    Episode #1: Introducing Sweet Tea and The Economy with host Zach Anderson and Sierra Harvey

    Host Zach Anderson discusses his professional journey and the NEXT committee's mission to support young LGBT professionals with Sierra Harvey in an interview, highlighting mentorship and community resources.

Who has been a guest on Sweet Tea and The Economy

Names identified in recent episode analyses. Showing up to five guests.

• Rebby Kern
• Bethany Corrigan
• Crem Morris-Frazier
• Darrell Fincher-Crusan
• Tara Belzer

Reach and audience

Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.

YouTube views

3,210

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Podcast Authority Score: 56 / 100

A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.

Quality

84

Social presence

0

YouTube

68

Engagement

0

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Books guests

Based on episode analysis; this does not confirm that the show is currently accepting guests.