We had a lot of fun with this one! Taped on a gals' weekend (which ended with a phone call that one of our children knocked his sibling's tooth in half with a golf club) three besties learn a lot about each other! We also learned about Radio Paradise which sounds quite amazing. Listen to Meimi and Julie give me life advice! Enjoy!www.radioparadise.…

In this episode we set a record for most family members! The most interesting one is Jane Kelly, who actually is a musician and has some great stories to tell from her days playing in Baltimore in the 90s. The first music you hear in this episode is actually just me tuning the banjo. Getting faster at that and can hear the notes better now without …

In this episode the former manager of The Rook & Pawn and I discuss Athfest, hip-hop, Gregg Allman, and of course banjo. With special guests my son AND famous celebrity Michael Winslow*! Plus hear new music from our new side project band, the band which I am going to name now...Prisms. Hey maybe that will be my actual band name one day...*Michael W…

In this episode we talk to music lover Carolyn about her life in music, from The Beatles to Gwen Stefani. We taped this episode in Jekyll Island near where we both grew up. Hear about music festivals in the late 60s and 70s and going to the Aquarama.Av Carrie Kelly

A "mini"sode starring the most beautiful person on Earth--well tied with his brother at least. In this episode I learn the slide and you get a little Pokemon in there too.Av Carrie Kelly

In Episode 3 we finally talk with an actual musician, Nicholas Mallis! Listen to him talk about touring and teaching me a little banjo while we were at it. Nick also does the music for The Rook & Pawncast so take a listen to that as well!Av Carrie Kelly

Episode 2 with a familiar guest...Ok ok we promise to have actual musicians on soon but you got to get established first ya know? On this episode enjoy pretty much every good concert story Tim and I have. Also I KNOW girls' shorts don't have to be short, I just meant in general they are shorter than boys' shorts. Please like and comment if you enjo…

Our first episode! Learn about why I am starting to learn the banjo and hear some great stories from our experiences with music and shows in Athens, GA and elsewhere. Check out our guest's business page www.therookandpawn.com. The music you hear is actually me playing my new banjo, so as I take more lessons it should get better and better. This, ex…

Here’s our take on why the Georgia Ready for Accelerated Development (GRAD) certification and validation program is essential for your community. Below you will find our video and slideshow presentation on this topic, as well as the video transcript and podcast audio. Playing in the big leagues of economic development If your community wants to pla…

Here’s a new video from our ongoing podcast series. In this one we discuss recent updates to NPDES permitting in the state of Georgia, applicable statewide, including of course our home base of Athens, GA. Check out the video, and of course please contact us if you have any questions about grading, erosion control, NPDES permits or other sitework &…

Vegetation Management is fundamental to the success of an Outdoor Advertising firm; it clears the way for viewing zones and creates a more appealing signage presentation and location for their clients. But what does Vegetation Management include and how does one apply and get permitted in Georgia, whether in Athens or elsewhere in the state? Vegeta…

Here’s another video from our how to series. In this one we discuss the top 5 factors we think are important to consider when choosing a surveyor or surveying company for your next project, whether it’s here in Athens, elsewhere in north Georgia, or beyond. Check out the video, and of course please contact us if you have any questions. The video tr…

Here’s another video tip from our “How To” series. This one shares 4 key guidelines we recommend you keep in mind when choosing a professional landscape architect for your next project, whether you are located in the Athens, Ga area, elsewhere in north Georgia, or beyond. Check out the video, and of course please contact us if you have any question…

Here’s another video tip from our “How To” series. The transcript is below: Hi, W&A Engineering here, your local Athens, Georgia based engineering firm, here again with another tip from our “How to” series. One of our specialties is traffic engineering and today I’ll be talking about the advantages of using roundabouts for traffic control. OK, let’…

Here’s another video tip from our “How to” series. The video transcript is below: Today we’ll be talking about how to choose an engineering firm for your next project, whether it’s in Athens, GA, our home base, elsewhere in north Georgia, or beyond. OK, let’s get started… here are the Top 7 Factors to Consider when Choosing an Engineering Firm On a…