Good Neighbor Podcast: Milton & More

Business Spotlight: FreshFront Exterior Care with Nelson Saldana

Fresh Front Exterior Care: Premium Exterior Cleaning, Vehicle Detailing, and Maintenance Memberships in Metro Atlanta Host Stacey Poehler interviews Nelson Saldana, owner of FreshFront Exterior Care, about his transition from HR and local government service to building a Metro Atlanta business combining vehicle detailing and property exterior care. Nelson explains FreshFront’s values—punctuality, clear communication, respect for property, attention to detail, and standing behind the work—and how a premium experience differs from inexperienced pressure washing. He describes using surface-specific methods and chemical treatments, including soft washing, and highlights advanced vehicle services like ceramic coating with thorough prep and paint correction, lasting up to three years with maintenance. The conversation covers overlooked areas like trash bins, patios, windows, porches, and AC condensers, plus bundled services and vehicle-based memberships offering scheduled upkeep and savings. Nelson also outlines a realtor partner program to boost curb appeal, shares family goals and baseball coaching, and provides contact info at freshfrontcare.com and 404-777-4770. 00:00 Welcome to the Show 00:26 Nelson’s Origin Story 01:32 Values and Standards 02:13 Premium Service Difference 03:20 Exterior Cleaning Methods 04:38 Ceramic Coating Prep 05:46 Overlooked Property Spots 07:00 Bundles and Memberships 08:57 Realtor Partner Program 10:04 Earning Customers for Life 11:36 Vision and Family Legacy 12:58 Life Outside Work 14:05 Contact and Closing

Expert Episode: 6 Viral Skincare Hacks Experts Beg You to Stop with Omnia Sami of Omni Beauty Spa

Viral Skincare Hacks vs. Healthy Skin: Omnia Sami of Omni Beauty Spa on Protecting Your Skin Barrier On The Good Neighbor Podcast, host Stacey Poehler talks with Omnia Sami of Omni Beauty Spa in Milton about viral DIY skincare hacks and the damage they can cause, especially to the skin barrier that keeps moisture in and irritants out. Omnia explains how over-exfoliation and harsh or kitchen-based acids (lemon, apple cider vinegar, garlic) can disrupt skin pH, cause redness, sensitivity, dryness, burns, or infection, while professional acids and peels are used in controlled percentages with prep and aftercare. They discuss risks of at-home microneedling, dermaplaning, toothpaste for acne, slugging (especially over retinol), and sunscreen “contouring,” emphasizing full SPF use for cancer prevention and pigmentation. Omnia advises stopping experiments, returning to gentle cleanse/moisturize/SPF, seeking professional help, and expecting healing to take weeks to months; contact: omnibeautyspa.com or 470-326-5099. 00:00 Welcome to the Podcast 00:46 Viral Hacks Causing Damage 02:37 Skin Barrier Basics 05:05 Kitchen Acids Warning 06:56 Safe Professional Peels 08:36 Microneedling and Toothpaste 10:28 Exfoliation Treatments Options 12:24 Slugging Explained Safely 14:35 Sunscreen Contouring Myth 16:24 Repairing a Damaged Barrier 18:13 Memberships and Ongoing Plans 19:17 Rules for New Trends 20:28 How to Contact Omni Beauty 20:49 Closing and Nominate a Business

Expert Episode: Reimagining Facial Aesthetics Through Orthodontics with Dr. Korry Tauber of Stable Orthodontics

How Facially-Driven Orthodontics Can Support a Youthful Smile with Dr. Korry Tauber Host Stacey Poehler interviews Dr. Korry Tauber of Stable Orthodontics about “facially-driven” orthodontics and how tooth and jaw position can influence facial aging. Tauber explains that as people age, soft tissue sags and bone structure changes, and teeth and jaws act like “tent poles” supporting lips and cheeks; moving teeth can change facial fullness and smile appearance. They discuss maintaining a youthful smile through proper upper front tooth position, tooth inclination, smile arc, and increasing smile width to reduce dark spaces. Tauber describes how tooth wear and grinding can shorten teeth, overclose the bite, and reduce the lower facial third, sometimes requiring orthodontics coordinated with restorative dentistry. He reviews evolving views on extractions, earlier screening, adult options like aligners and custom braces, and adult expansion using MARPE with temporary anchorage devices. 00:00 Welcome to the Show 00:25 Aging Beyond Fillers 01:33 Faces First Orthodontics 04:14 Smile Arc and Width 07:30 Expanders and Lip Support 09:12 Tooth Wear and Bite Collapse 12:29 Old Braces and Extractions 17:08 Adult Consult and Modern Options 21:50 MARPE Explained 24:11 Schedule a Consultation 24:59 Closing and Nominate

Expert Episode: Follow the Child: Raising Independent Learners in the Infant/Toddler, and Primary Classrooms with Liliana Lemos, Educational Coordinator, Blanca Rincon, Toddler Teacher, and Joni Linch, Primary Teacher from Milton Montessori

Expert Episode: Follow the Child: Raising Independent Learners in the Infant/Toddler, and Primary Classrooms with Liliana Lemos, Educational Coordinator, Blanca Rincon, Toddler Teacher, and Joni Linch, Primary Teacher from Milton Montessori https://miltonmontessori.org/ Host Stacey Poehler interviews Milton Montessori educational coordinator Liliana Lemos, toddler teacher Blanca Rincon, and primary teacher Joni Lynch about Montessori philosophy and programs. They describe Montessori’s mission of supporting the whole child beyond academics through independence, critical thinking, and social-emotional growth, with Liliana explaining how she observes classrooms and aligns curriculum across age groups. Blanca outlines the infant-toddler environment, emphasizing emotional security, a two-hour work cycle, practical life skills, language and motor development, and strategies for self-regulation such as naming and validating feelings, clear boundaries, consistency, and offering choices. Joni explains the benefits of mixed-age primary classrooms and gives an example of tactile learning using red rods and number rods. They discuss intentional toddler-to-primary transitions, home strategies like organizing for independence and rotating fewer toys, and how Montessori prepares children for other school settings. Families can tour and enroll via miltonmontessori.org, with a waitlist for infants and immediate enrollment available in Toddler, Primary, Elementary, and Middle School classrooms. 00:00 Welcome to the Podcast 00:14 Meet the Montessori Team 03:09 Why Montessori Matters 04:41 Infant Toddler Classroom 06:36 Toddler Emotions and Boundaries 08:45 Primary Mixed Age Benefits 10:24 Hands On Learning Materials 12:27 Transitioning Between Programs 16:33 Montessori at Home Tips 19:45 Preparing for Future School 22:32 Measuring Progress Without Tests 24:26 Tours and Enrollment Steps 27:19 Final Thanks and Sign Off

Expert Episode: Where Summer Lives on Stories Connection & Care with Dori Laack, Community Sales Director of Arbor Terrace Crabapple

Expert Episode: Arbor Terrace Crabapple: Using Summer Memories and Sensory Experiences to Support Seniors with Dori Laack https://www.arborcompany.com/locations/georgia/alpharetta-crabapple Host Stacey Poehler interviews Dori Laack, community sales director at Arbor Terrace Crabapple, about how sharing “good old days” stories supports seniors’ emotional well-being, especially in assisted living, memory care, and the Bridges cognitive program. Laack explains how multi-sensory triggers—smells, touch, nature, music, food, and visuals—can unlock long-term memories as short-term memory declines, and how outdoor courtyards, intentional conversations, and “story circles” build belonging for residents who may have been isolated. She describes tools like memory boxes, personalized doors, and a resident spotlight cabinet, plus “armchair travel” experiences with themed education, cuisine, and resident storytelling. The episode emphasizes listening, using personal history to guide care and redirection, and shares contact info for tours (770)-649-1009; arborcompany.com/crabapple. 00:00 Welcome to the Podcast 00:27 Why Memories Matter 01:59 Sensory Memory Triggers 04:44 Road Trips as Icebreakers 06:26 Outdoor Spaces and Nature 08:44 Story Circles Community 10:30 Visual Memory Tools 13:13 Armchair Travel Adventures 15:49 Music and Movement Memories 19:46 Listening and Daily Connection 21:26 Personal History in Care 23:53 Tour Info and Wrap Up 25:02 Final Thanks and Outro

Business Spotlight: Alsies of Alpharetta with Ron Bain

Ron Bain on Launching Alsies Ice Cream Trucks in Alpharetta: Modern Tech, Events, and Community Fun http://alsies.com/alpharetta Host Stacey Poehler interviews Ron Bain, owner of Alsies of Alpharetta and also Bar-B-Clean, about why he added an ice cream truck franchise after his wife took over the day-to-day Bar-B-Clean operations. Ron explains being drawn to Alsies’ fun, updated take on the traditional ice cream truck: clean professional branding, classic treats plus gourmet Nightingale ice cream sandwiches, and “ambassadors” focused on customer experience. He highlights the Alsies app that notifies customers of neighborhood visits, shows live truck tracking, lets users request a stop, and helps optimize routes using download and sales data. Ron shares event booking details and pricing, notes they avoid gated neighborhoods without HOA approval, and discusses expansion plans from two trucks toward six or seven across Alpharetta, Milton, Johns Creek, and Forsyth County. He also describes a school voting contest won by Blacks Mill Elementary and upcoming neighborhood giveaway promotions, plus contact info via website, phone, and email. 00:00 Welcome and Introductions 00:27 Why an Ice Cream Truck 02:16 Franchise Leap of Faith 03:16 Memories and Outdoor Joy 04:18 Modern Truck Makeover 06:06 App Tracking and Routes 09:10 Favorite Treats Spotlight 10:50 Ambassador Experience 12:01 Booking Events and Pricing 16:24 Growth Plans and More Trucks 18:01 School Contest and Giveaways 20:47 Contact Info and Wrap Up 21:59 Podcast Closing Credits

Business Spotlight: DentalTown Milton with Dr. Eric San Diego & Dr. Steven Ricci

Dental Town Milton: Comprehensive Family Dentistry and Modern Orthodontics with Dr. Eric San Diego and Dr. Steven Ricci https://dentaltownsmiles.com/ Host Stacey Poehler interviews Dental Town Milton dentist Dr. Eric San Diego and orthodontist Dr. Steven Ricci about their backgrounds, how they joined Dental Town, and the benefits of an in-house, team-based practice. Dr. Ricci describes his long orthodontic career, free evaluations around age seven, and modern advances such as digital scanning and Invisalign alongside traditional braces. Dr. San Diego explains his comprehensive, prevention-focused approach, helping both children and adults manage dental anxiety, and coordinating early development topics like airway space and habits with orthodontic referrals. They highlight close collaboration among general dentistry, orthodontics, hygienists, and in-house oral surgeon, Dr. Cho, to reduce delays and improve outcomes, plus Dental Town’s annual Day of Caring that provides free dental care through volunteers and community partnerships. 00:00 Welcome to the Show 00:14 Meet the Dentaltown Doctors 00:50 Dr Ricci Origin Story 01:30 Dr San Diego Journey 03:16 Why Dental Town Milton 06:13 Helping Nervous Patients 08:51 When to See Ortho 12:40 Modern Ortho Tech 14:11 Adult Ortho Options 17:13 Conservative Dental Care 21:33 All in One Dental Team 25:33 Synergy Case Example 28:22 Switching Dentists Advice 30:12 Community First Philosophy 31:08 Day of Caring Event 32:40 Team Culture and Wrap Up 33:48 Podcast Outro and Contact

Expert Episode: On the Move New Location New Service with Omnia Sami of Omni Beauty Spa

Business Spotlight: The Milton Montessori School with Liliana Lemos & Nora Arrieta

Expert Episode: As Seen on Social Media - Busting the Oral Health Myths with Dr. Korry Tauber & Dr. Kameron Tauber

Oral Health Myth Busting: DIY Rubber Bands, Mail-Order Aligners, Charcoal Toothpaste & More Host Stacey Poehler welcomes Dr. Korry Tauber (Stable Orthodontics) and Dr. Kameron Tauber (Little Spurs Pediatric Dentistry) to bust oral-health and orthodontic myths seen on social media. They warn against using rubber bands to close gaps, mail-order/tele-orthodontic aligners without an in-person exam and radiographs, and DIY 3D-printed aligners due to uncontrolled forces, poor fit, bite problems, gum/bone damage, and recession. They discuss “mewing” as ineffective for changing jawline versus natural growth or jaw surgery and advise professional evaluation for jaw/TMJ pain. They caution against filing teeth, tooth gems/chemicals, and charcoal toothpaste (abrasive, enamel wear, sensitivity), discuss fluoride concerns and hydroxyapatite as an alternative, review U-shaped toothbrush limits, tongue scrapers in moderation, and warn kids about frozen honey/corn syrup due to cavity and braces risks. They share Canton and Alpharetta locations and contact info. 00:00 Welcome and Guests 00:36 Rubber Band Gap Fixes 02:33 Mail Order Aligners Risks 06:51 DIY 3D Printed Aligners 08:53 Mewing Jawline Myth 12:48 Dangerous DIY Tooth Filing 18:14 Charcoal Toothpaste Trend 21:01 Fluoride and Alternatives 24:24 U Shaped Brushes and Scrapers 27:49 Frozen Honey Challenge 30:28 Super Glue Warning 30:59 Final Advice and Contacts