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Hometown Jax
Hometown Jax is a podcast that shines a spotlight on the people who make Jacksonville run. From firefighters and nurses to bartenders, teachers, and more, we sit down with locals who have everyday jobs that often go unnoticed but are essential to our community.
Podcasting since 2025 • 17 episodes
Hometown Jax
Latest Episodes
Caring with Compassion: Emilee Burchette on Leadership in Healthcare
In this episode of Hometown Jax, we sit down with Emilee Burchette, a dedicated healthcare leader who has spent her career running nursing homes and rehabilitation centers with a heart for compassionate care. Emilee shares her j...
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Episode 17
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Rescue Dogs, Rescuing Heroes: Inside K9s for Warriors
Hometown Jax is all about spotlighting Jacksonville’s incredible business owners, innovators, and leaders who are making a difference in the community. Hosted by Aaron Bacus and Jason Kindler, this podcast dives into the stories of res...
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Episode 16
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Revitalizing a Town & Running Multiple Businesses - Jena Dennis' Story
Hometown Jax brings you the inspiring stories of Jacksonville’s entrepreneurs, innovators, and community leaders. Hosted by Jason Kindler and Aaron Bacus, this podcast dives deep into the challenges and triumphs of local business owners who are...
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Episode 15
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Serving the Nation: Tony Capozzi's Journey Through The Military
In this episode of Hometown Jax, host Aaron Bacus sits down with Tony Capozzi, a West Point graduate, veteran, and reservist with an incredible journey through military service. Tony shares his story, from growing up around baseball to...
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Episode 14
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Catching More Than Fish: Captain Leon Dana on Building Memories
Join host Aaron Bacus as he sits down with Captain Leon Dana, one of Jacksonville's most experienced fishing guides and owner of Palm Valley Charters. From his early days fishing retention ponds at age six to his transition from running a succe...
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Episode 13
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