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The Valley Today

Janet Michael

Booking Overview

A weekday local-community interview show focused on Shenandoah Valley leaders, organizations, businesses, tourism, and events, typically featuring several locally relevant external guests per episode. Agencies could credibly pitch nonprofit executives, chamber and business leaders, tourism officials, civic organizers, and experts tied to regional initiatives; booking difficulty is likely low because the show prioritizes accessible local professionals over nationally prominent figures.

Metrics

Episodes: 2646

Frequency: Daily

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Estimated listeners: 100 - 1,000

Gender skew: Neutral

Listener location: USA

Instagram: 464 followers

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

janet@javamediamarketing.com

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Host

Janet Michael - Radio and podcast host covering community leaders, organizations, businesses, and events across Virginia’s Shenandoah Valley.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

low
Typical Credentials:  
Local nonprofit executives and staff, chamber and business leaders, tourism and municipal representatives, event organizers, and subject-matter experts connected to Shenandoah Valley initiatives.
Required Achievements:  
Leading or representing a regional organization, Launching or managing local events and community initiatives, Building local businesses, tourism programs, or nonprofit services

Recent Guest Discussions

Taylor Wilmoth - The Museum’s Rooftop Helicopter Exhibit, Accessibility Improvements, Community Funding, And Related Public Events

Tammy Stevenson - The Museum’s Rooftop Helicopter Exhibit, Accessibility Improvements, Community Funding, And Related Public Events

Dawn Devine - The Museum’s Rooftop Helicopter Exhibit, Accessibility Improvements, Community Funding, And Related Public Events

Brandon Lorey - Bank Of Clarke’s Sponsorship Of Hob Nob In The Valley And Business Participation In Civic Dialogue

Taylor Coumes - The Hob Nob In The Valley Civic Event, Event Planning, And Opportunities For Businesses And Community Members To Engage With Elected Officials

Recent Topics

Tourism, Nonprofits, Small Business, Civic Leadership, Local Events

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
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Believing in Magic

October 13, 2026

Janet recorded this one from the pilot's seat of a real helicopter, perched on the roof of the Shenandoah Valley Discovery Museum and hanging about 10 feet out over Cork Street. A few weeks after watching a crane lift it into place, she climbs aboard with Executive Director Dawn Devine and Taylor Wilmoth to talk about how the "impossible" project came together, and why it matters so much for kids in our community. Dawn and Taylor explain where the Bell 430 came from and what it took to make a...

Less Than Two Minutes

October 12, 2026

If a fire started in your home tonight, you might have less than two minutes to get out, and Deb Fleming wants to make sure you spend those minutes getting out instead of grabbing your laptop. Janet Michael sat down with Deb, Executive Director of the Greater Shenandoah Valley Chapter of the American Red Cross, in the Secret Garden at the Espresso Bar on the Old Town Walking Mall to talk about home fire season, which runs from now through March as furnaces, space heaters, and fireplaces come ...

Frederick County's School Tax Referendum

October 09, 2026

Frederick County voters will see a school sales tax question on their ballot this November, and here's what it actually does. Janet Michael sits down with Frederick County Administrator Mike Bollhoefer and Frederick County Public Schools Superintendent Dr. George Hummer to walk through the up-to-1% sales tax referendum on the November 3 general election ballot (early voting is already underway). Mike explains what a "yes" vote would authorize, what the money can and can't be used for, and why...

Frequently asked questions

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The Valley Today
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How do I get in touch with The Valley Today?

The Valley Today is hosted by Janet Michael. Its publicly listed email is janet@javamediamarketing.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for The Valley Today?

The publicly listed email for The Valley Today: janet@javamediamarketing.com.

How many listeners does The Valley Today have?

Podseeker estimates The Valley Today reaches 100 to 1,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for The Valley Today?

The Valley Today typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: Local nonprofit executives and staff, chamber and business leaders, tourism and municipal representatives, event organizers, and subject-matter experts connected to Shenandoah Valley initiatives. Common among recent guests: Leading or representing a regional organization; Launching or managing local events and community initiatives; Building local businesses, tourism programs, or nonprofit services. Recent guests include Taylor Wilmoth, Tammy Stevenson, and Dawn Devine.

How hard is it to get booked on The Valley Today?

Low. A guest with relevant expertise and a clear angle for its audience has a realistic chance.

What topics does The Valley Today cover?

Recent episodes cover Tourism, Nonprofits, Small Business, Civic Leadership, and Local Events. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

janet@javamediamarketing.com

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