Hosted by David and Nycci Nellis.

On today’s show:

· SMYAL is DC's LGBTQ+ youth community center. Its mission is to support and empower LGBTQ+ youth to build a world where queer and trans young people thrive. Hancie Stokes is SMYAL's director of communications and she’s in with lots of info about SMYAL’s many good works and an upcoming fall brunch;

· Chef and entrepreneur Tony Jackson may be onto something big. He has built businesses around two things he loves—great food and dogs—and now those worlds are coming together with the launch of DMV Dog Grub, his new line of handcrafted, small-batch dog treats. So, be a gooood listener, and sit! And stay! And wait to hear what Tony’s got to say!

· Monique Rose Sneed is an entrepreneur, restaurateur, and hospitality leader with more than 20 years of experience building businesses and creating memorable guest experiences. She is the founder of the La’Caj seafood concept, and you’ll hear all about her journey and her offering;

Let’s talk about having the right wines on hand for the changing season. Mickey Edwards is the co-owner of Sohal Wine & Spirits, a neighborhood destination she opened with her husband, Alex, in 2025. Lakeisha Mays is the founder and owner of Vista Stellata, an Italian wine brand born from a lifelong love of wine that took root during visits to the Napa Valley and deepened through years of education across Europe.

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