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Beyond Rockets

Clark Dunn
Huntsville
Huntsville, United States
Huntsville, Alabama
Foster Care
Entrepreneurship
Mazda Toyota Manufacturing
Cook's Museum Of Natural Science
Baron Services
Weather
Small Business
Freedom Exteriors
Community Foundation Of Greater Huntsville
Kids To Love Foundation
Huntsville Real Estate
Method Mixology
Altos Mensa
Approxie Urgent Care
Cocktails
Coffee Break
Fite Building Company

As Huntsville AL is primarily known for being the Rocket City because of its close association with the US Space Missions but Huntsville is so much more than that Huntsville is home to many high-tech companies, entrepreneurs involved in interesting startups, talented creatives, and much much more. My goal is to introduce you to some of these individuals that are taking Huntsville Beyond the Rocket... more

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In this episode of Beyond Rockets, Clark sits down with Zack Penney, CEO of Bill Penney Motor Company, to talk about growing up in Huntsville, joining the family business, and eventually taking over leadership of one of Alabama's most recognizable au... more

In this episode of Beyond Rockets, we sit down with Joanna White, Managing Director of the Apollo Coalition, for a conversation about Huntsville’s growth, the power of community, and what it means to build culture through innovation. A Huntsville nat... more

In this episode of Beyond Rockets, Clark sits down with Nathan Eldridge and Jeff Holsclaw, hosts of The Sift Podcast, to talk about how a simple idea turned into a growing platform centered around faith, honesty, and real-life conversations.

Nathan... more

In this episode of Beyond Rockets, Clark sits down with Brian Cook, President and CEO of Cook's Pest Control and Board Chairman of Cook Museum of Natural Science.

Brian shares the story behind a fourth-generation family business that started in 1928... more

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Recent Guests

Zack Penney
CEO of Bill Penney Toyota and related automotive ventures
Bill Penney Automotive
Episode: Episode 278: Zack Penney on Leading Bill Penney Toyota Into Its Next Generation
Joanna White
Managing Director of the Apollo Coalition
Apollo Coalition / MidCity
Episode: Episode 277: Joanna White on Building Community Through Culture and Innovation in Huntsville
Nathan Eldridge
Pastor at Redeemer Presbyterian Church, Decatur, Alabama
Redeemer Presbyterian Church, Decatur, Alabama
Episode: Episode 276: The Story Behind The Sift Podcast with Nathan Eldridge & Jeff Holsclaw
Jeff Holsclaw
Co-host (invited guest)
Episode: Episode 276: The Story Behind The Sift Podcast with Nathan Eldridge & Jeff Holsclaw
Brian Cook
President and board chairman of Cook's Museum of Natural Science; President and CEO of Cook's Pest Control
Cook's Museum of Natural Science; Cook's Pest Control
Episode: Episode 275: The Story Behind Cook Museum and Its Rapid Growth with Brian Cook
Boyd Duckett
Professional fisherman, entrepreneur, developer
Duckett Fishing; Duckett Pointe
Episode: Episode 274: Endless Opportunities: Boyd Duckett on Business, Fishing, and Building Duckett Pointe
Bob Baron
Meteorologist, founder of Baron Services
Baron Services / Baron Weather
Episode: Episode 273: How One Huntsville Weatherman Changed Weather Forever: The Bob Baron Story
Jordan Rodriguez
Founder of Freedom Exteriors in Huntsville
Freedom Exteriors
Episode: Episode 272: How Freedom Exteriors Is Redefining Home Remodeling in Huntsville with Jordan Rodriguez
Jack Fite
Founder and CEO of Fite Building Company
Fite Building Company
Episode: Episode 270: Changing the Landscape: Jack Fite on 50 Years of Fite Building Company

Host

Clark Dunn
Host of Beyond Rockets

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 38 ratings
  • Great Listen

    This is a great listen. It’s well done and I really enjoy it

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Xx265x
    United States4 years ago
  • Beyond Rockets is my favorite local listen

    I love following along and learning more about the people who are helping to shape our community. Always looking forward to the next episode!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TRHSV
    United States6 years ago
  • Thanks for the podcast!

    Thanks for talking with Mark about his journey to becoming a business owner, college grad and supporter of the Huntsville music community.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    luciaevelyn
    United States7 years ago
  • Love love love

    This podcast is doing awesome showcasing small business owners in HSV! I love huntsville and am so excited to see all these places that I may not have known about otherwise!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    too minnie options
    United States7 years ago
  • Great local podcast!

    I like hearing about local people doing what they love. Thanks Clark for creating this! Ready for more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Pegsusuavscagauauahabwcwceif
    United States7 years ago

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Episode 255: Rocket City Trash Pandas with Ricky Fernandez
Q: How did your path from radio to game-day MC come about, and what changed in the transition?
I started in radio at WZYP, progressed to being a producer, and eventually joined the Trash Pandas in a production-focused role before moving into promotions and hosting. The shift to live crowds and camera presence required learning to read a room with 7,000 people watching and adapting on the fly, which was a big adjustment but ultimately very rewarding.
Episode 255: Rocket City Trash Pandas with Ricky Fernandez
Q: Would you like to introduce yourself and tell us about your role with the Trash Pandas?
I'm Ricky Fernandez, the marketing and promotions director and gameday emcee for the Rocket City Trash Pandas. I'm a native of the area and have grown with the team as it developed from a new franchise to a community hub.
Episode 260: Apartments, Space Command, and What’s Next for Huntsville Real Estate with Matt Curtis
Q: Around what year did you start the brokerage and what drove you to start it during the recession?
He started Matt Curtis Real Estate around 2009–2010, driven by a desire for ownership and a belief that he could deliver better client service by building a team and different processes amid a market downturn.
Episode 260: Apartments, Space Command, and What’s Next for Huntsville Real Estate with Matt Curtis
Q: Talk a little bit about growing up in the Knoxville area and kind of going to pursue a computer engineering degree at the University of Tennessee.
He grew up in Knoxville with an engineer father, pursued computer engineering, and credits the experience with shaping his problem-solving mindset and eventual transition into real estate after moving to Huntsville.
Episode 260: Apartments, Space Command, and What’s Next for Huntsville Real Estate with Matt Curtis
Q: Yeah, so I would like to introduce yourself and give maybe those that maybe aren't watching a little bit about who you are.
Matt Curtis shares his background, his engineering roots, the move to Huntsville, and how he built Matt Curtis Real Estate from the ground up during the Great Recession, focusing on service, systems, and a high-performance team.

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A locally focused interview series that highlights Huntsville's entrepreneurs, leaders, and community builders across a range of industries, from arts and culture to manufacturing, hospitality, and philanthropy. Episodes typically explore personal journeys, leadership lessons, community impact, and the region's growth, often tying business strategy to Huntsville's ecosystem of innovation and nonprofits. Notable throughlines include family-owned businesses expanding into new spaces, cross-sector collaboration, and the role of local government and donors in enabling ambitious projects. The show stands out for its practical storytelling, hands-on leadership insights, and a tangible emphasis on community development and regional impact that's l... more

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Recent guests on Beyond Rockets include:

1. Zack Penney
2. Joanna White
3. Nathan Eldridge
4. Jeff Holsclaw
5. Brian Cook
6. Boyd Duckett
7. Bob Baron
8. Jordan Rodriguez

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