Episode #27 - Restore Your Downtown

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Episode #27 - Restore Your Downtown

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Mar 27, 2018

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Restoration is a big word, and an incredible undertaking when talking in terms of community restoration. In this episode, Ron and Kristi unpack the concept of restoration and how it applies to downtowns.

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Mar 27, 2018

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Flip This Town started as a book by downtown revitalization expert Ron Drake, and has now transformed into a movement that is sweeping communities across the country. Join Ron Drake and his partner, Main Street Manager Kristi Trevarrow as they set out to restore the heart of America, one downtown at a time.

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Episode #4 - Bringing Life Downtown: To bring life downtown, you have to bring lives downtown. In this episode, Ron and Kristi explore the value of residential development in downtowns. by Flip This Town
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Episode #9 - My Muskogee: Ron and Kristi discuss the renewed enthusiasm and new investment sweeping across Downtown Muskogee. by Flip This Town
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Episode #18 - 5 Questions with Ron Drake: Ron travels across the country to restore communities, but have you ever wondered why? Ron and Kristi explore his passion for downtowns, the inspiration he finds in Small Town America, and the value he brings to the communities he works in. by Flip This Town
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Episode #12 - Downtown for the Holidays: It's the most wonderful time of the year, but what are you doing to draw visitors to your downtown? Ron and Kristi share ideas and creative ways to make your downtown a must-see destination for the holiday season! by Flip This Town
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Episode #14 - The Best of the Best...So Far: Ron and Kristi reflect on the highlights of their storied downtown careers, and what's in store for the future! by Flip This Town
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Episode #7 - Social Media and Downtowns: Social media is a marketing game changer for downtowns, but are you maximizing the opportunity? Ron and Kristi share their social media tips and tricks to not only gain, but engage your fans & followers. by Flip This Town
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Episode # 17 - Being A Part of Something Bigger: Community restoration is not about any individual or idea, but rather the synergy of people coming together for a single purpose. In this episode, Ron and Kristi discuss the importance and value of becoming a part of something bigger than... by Flip This Town
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Episode #6 - Okmulgee Rising: In this episode, Ron and Kristi are joined by special guest Margaret Hess to discuss the phenomenon of "Okmulgee Rising" and how it is transforming this Oklahoma town. by Flip This Town
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Episode #8 - The Perry Project: Perry, Oklahoma is a small town with big potential and outstanding community support. Ron and Kristi discuss Ron’s latest project and how he is helping to spark the revitalization movement in Perry. by Flip This Town
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Episode #10 - The 24 Hour Flip: Big ideas are great, but sometimes the simplest things produce the best results. Ron and Kristi share their first 24 Hour Flip Project, Alley of the Arts, and the positive impact it had on Downtown Perry, OK. by Flip This Town
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Episode #11 - Kettle Falls: Ron's travels take him all around the country, most recently to Kettle Falls, Washington, population 1,640 friendly people and one grouch. Ron and Kristi recap his visit and explore the unique challenges and great opportunities found in Kettle... by Flip This Town
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Episode #33 - Are You Kidding Me?: How can you attract kids to your downtown? Have you ever tried asking them? You might be surprised how many great ideas they have and are willing to share. In this episode, Ron & Kristi explore the many ways that you can engage... by Flip This Town
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Episode #1 - How It All Started: In this episode you'll meet Ron and Kristi and hear why they are setting out to restore the heart of America, one downtown at a time. by Flip This Town
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Episode #15 - New Year, New Goals: To start the year right, Ron and Kristi share both their personal and professional goals. And there should be no surprise that they all have one thing in common - restoring downtowns! by Flip This Town
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Episode #20 - Telling Your Downtown Story: Every downtown has a story, many of them actually, but how are you communicating that story to your residents and visitors? In this episode, Ron and Kristi share their ideas about downtown storytelling (along with a few stories of their own) and... by Flip This Town
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Episode #38 - The Value Of Bringing Lives Downtown: Making the case for residential downtown has its share of challenges, but it is absolutely worth the effort. The second in the “You Asked For It” mini-series, Ron and Kristi dive into the many ways to convince your community of the long term... by Flip This Town
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Episode #3 - Practical Preservation on Main Street USA: Ron and Kristi discuss downtown building restoration and Ron's "practical preservation" approach to infuse life back into old buildings in a way that makes it affordable, creative and alive. by Flip This Town
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Episode #16 - What's Your Goal: Downtown restoration is a noble pursuit, but do you have a goal? Ron and Kristi discuss the varied paths to a successful downtown and offer many goals and resolutions to get you started! by Flip This Town
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Episode #24 - Inspire. Equip. Restore.: Inspire. Equip. Restore. It's our mantra, our touchstone, the foundation on which we are building our mission to restore the heart of America, one downtown at a time. What do these ideals mean, and how can you introduce them into your... by Flip This Town
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Episode #25 - Inspire Your Downtown: Inspiration comes in many forms, but none so exciting as the activities & initiatives that happen downtown. From engaging stakeholders to fostering a sense of ownership, the ability to inspire is a powerful tool in any downtown... by Flip This Town
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Episode #22 - Investing in Downtowns, Part 2: So you've decided to make an investment in your community - now what? In this podcast, Ron and Kristi continue the conversation started in Episode #21, and offer ideas on next steps to ensure a successful downtown project. by Flip This Town
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Episode #31 - The Road Map to Flip Your Town: You've made the decision that you want to restore your downtown so where do you start? In this week's episode, Ron and Kristi provide a downtown revitalization road map to spark your efforts and get your plan on track. by Flip This Town
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Episode #40 - How To Deal With Failure: It happens - a project doesn't go the way you hoped and you feel like your whole town is watching you fail. Yes, it happens, but it doesn't have to be that way. In this episode, Ron & Kristi share their experiences not only with... by Flip This Town
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Episode #29 - Flip This Town Meet & Greet: In this episode, Ron & Kristi recount the inaugural Flip This Town Meet & Greet in Kansas City, MO. Listen in as they recap the night and the great ideas and inspirations gained from the numerous Flip This Town fans representing... by Flip This Town
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Episode #23 - What Makes A Happy Community?: Is your community happy? In other words, is your community a place that people want to spend time, invest and enjoy? In this episode, Ron and Kristi discuss the ingredients that contribute to a happy community. by Flip This Town
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Episode #21 - Investing in Downtowns, Part 1: The first step in any revitalization effort is the reinvestment in the downtown. And in most cases, the people making those important investments have never owned a building or a business. Ron and Kristi share their experiences with ... by Flip This Town
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Episode #46 - The Value of Farmers' Markets: Over the last 10 years, the number of Farmers' Markets has been growing exponentially. No longer just another event , Farmers' Markets have become a staple in the fabric of downtown life. In this episode, Ron & Kristi discuss the... by Flip This Town
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