The Barnlight Podcast

Local stories from real businesses.

Conversations with the owners, entrepreneurs, community leaders, and vendors making things happen across the Nature Coast.

Three Generations on Main
Business Owners

Three Generations on Main

The Starle Family · Starle Mercantile

How a 60-year-old downtown shop reinvented itself for a new generation of locals.

Jun 8, 2026
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Brewing Community
Entrepreneurs

Brewing Community

Jordan Fell · Fell Coffee Co.

From a pop-up tent at the flea market to Chiefland's busiest cafe.

Jun 1, 2026
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Built on the Coast
Vendors

Built on the Coast

Capt. Mae Lawson · Reef Dockside Seafood

A captain, a kitchen, and what it really takes to bring gulf seafood to the table.

May 25, 2026
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Vendor Spotlight: Weekend at the Market
Local Stories

Vendor Spotlight: Weekend at the Market

Local Vendors · Chiefland Farmers Flea Market

Walking the aisles with the people who make the market what it is.

May 18, 2026
Paddles, Springs & Visitors
Business Owners

Paddles, Springs & Visitors

Dale Henley · Spring House Kayak

How a small guide service became a destination for visitors statewide.

May 11, 2026
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RV Loop Conversations
Community Leaders

RV Loop Conversations

Carla & Tom Reeves · Manatee Trails RV Resort

Running a 120-site resort, hospitality lessons, and what visitors actually want.

May 4, 2026
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