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The CommerceCast The CommerceCast is a podcast hosted by Mark Holt and Todd Baltz.

It features interviews of community and business leaders in Randolph County, with a focus on members of the Randolph County Chamber of Commerce.

NEVER USE THE WORD 'I'—ALWAYS USE 'WE'.In a world dominated by social media noise and self-promotion, Scott Trammel brin...
09/22/2026

NEVER USE THE WORD 'I'—ALWAYS USE 'WE'.

In a world dominated by social media noise and self-promotion, Scott Trammel brings a masterclass in old-school integrity, servant leadership, and real community action to this week's CommerceCast!

Scott started Tool Central in a tiny 300-square-foot building before building it into a multi-city distribution center. In this deeply personal conversation, he shares the core principles that guided his 40-year career.

Tune in for an inspiring and peek-behind-the-curtain episode!

This week on The CommerceCast: Producer Todd sits down with Scott T...

What do Jesse James and the PSD Superintendent have in common?You might know him as the superintendent running day-to-da...
09/08/2026

What do Jesse James and the PSD Superintendent have in common?

You might know him as the superintendent running day-to-day operations at Pocahontas Schools, but Dr. Lance Arbuckle has one of the most unbelievable family histories we have ever featured on the show!

We sit down with Dr. Lance Arbuckle and go beyond the spreadsheets and the school boards. Hear the incredible family legend of the day Jesse James rode onto the Arbuckle family farm in Kansas, paid the blacksmith brother a $5 gold piece to shoe his horse backward, and left the U.S. Marshals chasing him in the wrong direction! Dr. Arbuckle details how Pocahontas is officially providing free lunch and free breakfast for every single student this year! He explains the exact "break-even" math behind this decision and issues an urgent call to parents on why filling out the free/reduced lunch forms this year keeps the district from having to do them again for 5 years!

Tune in for a truly unforgettable episode!

This week on The CommerceCast: Mark Holt and Todd Baltz sit down wi...

The Randolph County Fair is here! We are resharing this episode with Anita Seagraves, Fair Board Treasurer, to join in w...
08/25/2026

The Randolph County Fair is here! We are resharing this episode with Anita Seagraves, Fair Board Treasurer, to join in with all the excitement this week about one of Randolph County’s favorite events of the year! We hope to see you at the fair grounds this week!

This week on The CommerceCast: Mark Holt and Todd Baltz sit down wi...

"Beat Highland. Play for a conference championship. Play after Thanksgiving."Coach Casey Chester doesn't mince words whe...
08/20/2026

"Beat Highland. Play for a conference championship. Play after Thanksgiving."

Coach Casey Chester doesn't mince words when it comes to his expectations for the PHS football program.

For an extra-special episode, the CommerceCast goes on the road to the Pocahontas High School sports complex to sit down with Head Coach Casey Chester, his assistant coaches, and senior team captains Xavyer Ballard, Ryder Baltz, and Spencer James. These guys are READY for the upcoming season!

At the top of the show, Mark and Todd remind everyone: nominations are still open for the new Randolph County Sports and Business Halls of Fame!

Listen to this special episode on the CommerceCast now!

Redskin Football is here so make your way over to Schoonover Stadiu...

Did you know that an estimated 20,000 people walk through the fair gates every year??This week on the CommerceCast, we s...
08/11/2026

Did you know that an estimated 20,000 people walk through the fair gates every year??

This week on the CommerceCast, we sit down with Fair Board Treasurer Anita Seagraves! Anita walks us through the huge undertaking of putting on the fair, the massive logistical shifts of moving the official dates to August 25th–29th, and how a volunteer crew of just 13 people works year-round to pull it off.

We dive into some highly anticipated additions, including a free exotic petting zoo and a community-wide church service right in the rodeo arena.

Stream the new episode now to get a sneak peek at the upcoming Randolph County Fair!

This week on The CommerceCast: Mark Holt and Todd Baltz sit down wi...

On the latest CommerceCast: In this week's episode, Todd announces the launch of "First Friday Coffee" on Friday, August...
07/28/2026

On the latest CommerceCast: In this week's episode, Todd announces the launch of "First Friday Coffee" on Friday, August 7th and the opening of public nominations for the new Randolph County Business and Sports Halls of Fame!

Go to the Chamber website to nominate!

Then, we sit down with Sheila from Walk with Us Home Care. She shares the story of starting her local business with her brother in 2018, growing it to 55 aides, and serving over 100 clients. Whether you are dealing with a stubborn parent who refuses a bath, or trying to figure out if Medicaid or the VA will cover an in-home aide, this episode is packed with practical advice for local families.

🎧 Listen to the new CommerceCast now!

CHAMBER ANNOUNCEMENTS: Todd opens the show with three updates from ...

Did you know GTS Therapy operates over a dozen clinics across the region, and it all started right here in Pocahontas? T...
07/14/2026

Did you know GTS Therapy operates over a dozen clinics across the region, and it all started right here in Pocahontas? This week, hometown girl Kristi Harris joins the podcast to talk about building her business and bringing cutting-edge healthcare back home.

We dive into the fascinating differences between dry needling and acupuncture, the amazing results of the new "Neubie" machine for neuropathy, and why "motion is lotion" for our local farmers and factory workers.

🎧 Listen to Kristi’s incredible journey and get some great health tips on the new CommerceCast now!

This week on The CommerceCast: Mark Holt and Todd Baltz sit down wi...

Why do we prefer podcasting over Facebook arguments? Because face-to-face (or face to ears) matters.This week, Mark and ...
06/30/2026

Why do we prefer podcasting over Facebook arguments? Because face-to-face (or face to ears) matters.

This week, Mark and Todd take the mic to discuss why the CommerceCast exists. We dive into the dangers of anonymous social media complaints and why connecting in person (and over a mic) can help everyone see the story behind the individual’s desire to solve a particular problem in a particular way.

Plus, we recap our favorite moments from Season 1 (including Executive Director Ann Savage's 7,000 views!) and explain why the Chamber's umbrella covers everything from agriculture to local religious organizations.

Listen to our vision for Season 2 on the latest CommerceCast now!

We want to hear from you! Comment below and join in our conversation on today's episode!!

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Do you know the real cost of buying tractor parts on Amazon?This week on the CommerceCast, Todd Baltz flies solo to sit ...
06/16/2026

Do you know the real cost of buying tractor parts on Amazon?

This week on the CommerceCast, Todd Baltz flies solo to sit down with Matt McClung, the General Manager of our new Riverside Kubota dealership. We dive into the crazy evolution of farm equipment—from the old manual diesel engines to today’s high-tech machines that use telematics and require computer-synced injectors.

Matt also pulls back the curtain on running a three-town family business, the intense pressure of keeping farmers running during harvest, and why a cheap online part might actually void your warranty.

🎧 Stream the new episode today and learn what’s happening on the cutting edge of agriculture!

This week on The CommerceCast: Producer Todd Baltz takes the host c...

He’s been an emergency medic for 32 years... but wait until you hear the one thing that makes him queasy!You might know ...
06/02/2026

He’s been an emergency medic for 32 years... but wait until you hear the one thing that makes him queasy!

You might know John Plumley from his work with ProMed or his time serving on the Chamber board, but this week we get to know the man behind the uniform. John talks to us about ProMed’s new state-of-the-art facility on Highway 90, why they intentionally hired local businesses to build it, and the realities of rural healthcare.

Plus, we talk about the tough job of local politics and give a big shoutout to the burgers at Little Blue Market!

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🎧 Listen to John’s story on the new CommerceCast now!

This week on The CommerceCast: Mark Holt and Todd Baltz sit down wi...

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