Episodes 42
Avg. Duration 48m
Activity Highly Active
Apple Rating 5.0 (17)
Since Jan 2025
Latest Episode Jun 2026

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Monthly
Format
Episodic
Consistency
84%
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rss.buzzsprout.com

About This Podcast

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. 

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Recent Episodes

The Art of Reinvention: Dance, Business, and Survival in Jacksonville

Jun 10, 2026 1h 5m Transcript

Hometown Jax, hosted by Aaron Bacus, is all about spotlighting the bold, resilient entrepreneurs who make Jacksonville thrive. Each episode dives into the real stories behind local business…

Robert Brown of WJXT on Journalism and Telling Stories That Matter

May 20, 2026 44m

Hometown Jax is a podcast that highlights the people who help shape Jacksonville through business, media, and community leadership. Hosted by Aaron Bacus, each episode features honest conversations…

From West Point to Wealth Management: Keola Elobt’s Journey of Discipline

Apr 29, 2026 49m Transcript

Welcome back to Hometown Jax, the podcast where hosts Aaron Bacus and Jason Kindler dive into the stories, challenges, and breakthroughs of Jacksonville’s business owners and community leaders. Each…

Faith, Resilience, and Redemption: Pastor Trevor Hersey’s Journey to Founding Champion Church

Apr 08, 2026 58m Transcript

Welcome to Hometown Jax, where hosts Aaron Bacus and Jason Kindler sit down with Jacksonville’s business owners, leaders, and changemakers to uncover their stories, challenges, and the lessons that…

Unlocking the Brain: Deana Smith on How LearningRx is Changing Lives in Jacksonville

Mar 18, 2026 47m Transcript

Welcome to Hometown Jax, the podcast where hosts Aaron Bacus and Jason Kindler sit down with local business owners and community leaders to uncover their journeys, challenges, and impact on Northeast…

From Burnout to Breakthrough: Dr. Corey Duncan on Reimagining Primary Care

Feb 25, 2026 54m Transcript

Welcome back to Hometown Jax — the podcast where hosts Aaron Bacus and Jason Kindler sit down with Jacksonville’s entrepreneurs, professionals, and community leaders to uncover their journeys,…

Bringing Bespoke Back: Michael Jay of Tweeds on Style, Mentorship, and Jacksonville Pride

Feb 04, 2026 39m Transcript

Welcome to Hometown Jax, the podcast where hosts Jason Kindler and Aaron Backus sit down with local business owners to share their journeys, challenges, and impact on Jacksonville’s community. Each…

The Business of Beauty: Stefani Grant’s Story

Jan 21, 2026 45m Transcript

Hometown Jax is a podcast dedicated to spotlighting the local entrepreneurs, creatives, and business owners who make Jacksonville thrive. Hosted by Aaron Bacus, each episode dives into the real…

Chris Ulmer on Building Special Books by Special Kids and Embracing Every Story

Jan 07, 2026 36m Transcript

Welcome to Hometown Jax, where hosts Aaron Bacus and Jason Kindler bring you into authentic conversations with the entrepreneurs, creators, and leaders shaping Jacksonville’s future. Each episode…

Patric Young on Adversity, Faith, and Finding Purpose After the Fall

Dec 24, 2025 1h 4m

Welcome to Hometown Jax, the podcast where Aaron Bacus explores the real stories of Jacksonville’s most inspiring individuals—from entrepreneurs and athletes to community leaders—who share how…

Navigating Success in Jacksonville: A Conversation with Matt Toblin

Dec 10, 2025 51m

Welcome to Hometown Jax! In this inspiring local podcast hosted by Aaron Bacus, we explore the heart and hustle of Jacksonville’s business community. Each episode features candid conversations with…

Robin Pfalzgraf on Making Housing Work in Jacksonville

Nov 26, 2025 49m

Hometown Jax brings you honest, inspiring conversations with local leaders, entrepreneurs, and visionaries who are shaping the future of Jacksonville. Hosts Aaron Bacus and Jason Kindler highlight…

Broadcasting Jacksonville: Sam Kouvaris on Journalism and 40 Years in the Spotlight

Nov 12, 2025 1h 17m

On Hometown Jax, hosts Aaron Bacus and Jason Kindler sit down with Jacksonville’s entrepreneurs, storytellers, and public figures to explore the paths they’ve taken and the impact they’ve made in the…

From Tile Work to City Hall: Gregory Grant’s Mission to Empower Jacksonville Entrepreneurs

Nov 05, 2025 55m

Welcome to Hometown Jax, the show where hosts Aaron Bacus and Jason Kindler sit down with the business leaders, educators, and difference-makers shaping Jacksonville’s future. Every episode dives…

From Norwood to the NFL: Marc Edwards on Football, Fatherhood, and Life After the Game

Oct 22, 2025 1h 23m Transcript

Welcome to Hometown Jax, where hosts Aaron Bacus and Jason Kindler sit down with local leaders, entrepreneurs, and legends to explore their journeys, challenges, and the impact they make in Northeast…

From West Point to Wellness: Nick Padlo’s Mission to Redefine Recovery

Oct 15, 2025 31m Transcript

Welcome to Hometown Jax, where hosts Aaron Bacus and Jason Kindler sit down with Jacksonville’s leaders, creators, and change-makers to explore the journeys that define our city. From…

Real Estate at 18, Nonprofits at 30: The Entrepreneurial Evolution of Clayton King

Oct 08, 2025 32m

Welcome to Hometown Jax, where hosts Aaron Bacus and Jason Kindler sit down with Jacksonville’s most compelling voices in business, leadership, and community impact. From first-time entrepreneurs to…

From Local News to National Markets and Back: Emily Turner’s Journalism Journey

Oct 01, 2025 53m

Welcome to Hometown Jax, where hosts Aaron Bacus and Jason Kindler dive into the real stories behind Jacksonville’s most driven professionals. From the business world to local media and everything in…

From City Council to Chamber CEO: Daniel Davis on Building Jacksonville’s Future

Sep 17, 2025 40m Transcript

Welcome to Hometown Jax, the podcast where hosts Aaron Bacus and Jason Kindler sit down with the boldest minds in business, leadership, and community building across Jacksonville. Each episode…

From NFL Mascot to Zoo Advocate: The Wild Journey of Curtis Dvorak

Sep 10, 2025 1h 5m Transcript

Welcome to Hometown Jax, where hosts Aaron Bacus and Jason Kindler explore the inspiring stories of Jacksonville’s most interesting leaders, entrepreneurs, and personalities. Each episode dives into…

Frequently Asked Questions

How many episodes does Hometown Jax have?

Hometown Jax has published 42 episodes since January 2025, covering topics in Business, Careers.

Is Hometown Jax still active?

Hometown Jax is currently highly active with new episodes monthly. Average episode length is 48m.

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