Oct 3, 20251h 32mS3
<p >In this episode of Inside Matthews, host Jim Taylor welcomes three downtown entrepreneurs who’ve helped transform Matthews’ food and nightlife scene: Adam Reed of Sante, Bob Klein of Stumptown Station, and Brandon...
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Inside Matthews
Hosted by Jim Taylor · society · EN
About this Podcast:
Welcome to Inside Matthews, the podcast that brings you closer to the people, places, and organizations that make Matthews the vibrant town it is today. Hosted by Jim Taylor, former four-term Mayor, longtime Commissioner, and devoted champion of the community, this show pulls back the curtain on life in Matthews, from its small-town roots to its exciting future.Jim knows Matthews inside and out, not just from the Boardroom or the Mayor's chair, but from years of listening, serving, and celebrating alongside his neighbors. With his trademark blend of passion, humor, and down-to-earth storytelling, Jim guides conversations that highlight what makes Matthews special, whether it's a beloved local tradition, a thriving business, or the stories of everyday residents shaping the town's future.Each episode, you'll discover insights you won't find anywhere else: how Matthews has grown from a cotton and railroad town into a destination all its own, and what lies ahead for this thriving communi
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What is Inside Matthews about?
Welcome to Inside Matthews, the podcast that brings you closer to the people, places, and organizations that make Matthews the vibrant town it is today. Hosted by Jim Taylor, former four-term Mayor, longtime Commissioner, and devoted champion of the community, this show pulls back the curtain on life in Matthews, from its small-town roots to its exciting future.
Who hosts Inside Matthews?
Inside Matthews is hosted by Jim Taylor. The show has published 25 episodes to date.
What has Inside Matthews covered recently?
Recent episodes include "Inside Matthews: Building Community Through Food, Friendship & Local Business" (3 October 2025, 92 minutes), "Mayor John Higdon on Growth, Challenges, and the Future of Matthews" (19 September 2025, 66 minutes), and "Back in the Loop: Jim Taylor Relaunches Inside Matthews" (7 September 2025, 52 minutes).
How often does Inside Matthews publish?
Inside Matthews publishes roughly monthly, with episodes averaging 54 minutes across 25 episodes.
How hard is it to get booked on Inside Matthews?
Booking probability for Inside Matthews is 20%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Inside Matthews requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Inside Matthews's contact route on record: verified email.
Who should pitch Inside Matthews?
The strongest fits for Inside Matthews are Government & Politics. Inside Matthews has a society audience.
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Jim Taylor hosts Inside Matthews, a society podcast with 25 episodes published.
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Recent episodes
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- Sep 19, 20251h 6mS3
<p >In this episode of Inside Matthews, host Jim Taylor sits down with current mayor John Higdon, the town’s 19th mayor, to reflect on Matthews’ progress, challenges, and future. The conversation explores how the town...
- Sep 7, 202552 minS3
<p >After a few years away, Inside Matthews is back! In this relaunch episode, host Jim Taylor, former four-term Mayor of Matthews, reunites with producer and co-host Chris Melton to reflect on the show’s history...
Episode #11
Retired Town Manager, Hazen Blodgett
Jul 29, 202259 minS2<p>Inside Matthews is the podcast about all of the wonderful people, places and organizations that make Matthews, Matthews. Periodically, Former Mayor Jim Taylor sits down with civic, business and political leaders to...
Episode #10
Amy Carr - Matthews Free Medical Clinic
Jun 24, 202241 minS2<p>Inside Matthews is the podcast about all of the wonderful people, places and organizations that make Matthews, Matthews. Periodically, Former Mayor Jim Taylor sits down with civic, business and political leaders to...
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- Apr 11, 202254 minS2
The Town of Matthews has quite a few fantastic parks. From our “premier” event park, Stumptown Park, to small pocket parks like Country Place and KP Parks, there’s a place for everyone. In this episode of Inside...
Episode #8
Tina Whitley
Feb 18, 202246 minS2Thanks for listening to the award -winning Inside Matthews podcast, voted by the readers of the Matthews-Mint Hill Weekly as their favorite local podcast. Jim is back in the studio this week having a conversation with...
Episode #7
Jim and Chris Talk About Inside Matthews
Dec 24, 20211h 5mS2<p>Jim invited Chris back from behind the computer to in front of the microphone to talk about the Inside Matthews podcast and share a few, little know historical facts about the Town of Matthews like, why is so much...
- Dec 10, 202133 minS2
<p>Our hometown theater group in Matthews, NC is Matthews Playhouse of the Performing Arts and since 1995, they’ve “enriched the lives of children, adults and families by inviting them to participate in the world of the...
Episode #5
Stumptown AC
Nov 26, 202153 minS2<p>For folks in Matthews, NC, Stumptown AC is our local, hometown soccer team. As a member of the National Independent Soccer Association (NISA), Stumptown AC plays at the “crown jewel” of the athletic world in...
- Oct 22, 202154 minS2
<p>The Matthews Human Services Council, in essence, connects community non-profits in and around Matthews, NC. Their mission is to “enhance the quality of life for the people living in the Matthews area by collaborating...
Episode #3
Commissioner Jeff Miller
Oct 8, 20211h 4mS2<p>Earlier this year, Commissioner Jeff Miller made the decision to not seek re-election to the Town of Matthews Board of Commissioners. Not including his time on the Park & Recreation Advisory Committee, Jeff has...
- Sep 24, 202151 minS2
<p>For well over twenty years, Nate Huggins has been a fixture in the Matthews Community. Always having a contagious, positive attitude, Nate embodies what we at Inside Matthews love to share; the special people and...
Episode #1
Season 2 Kickoff with Chris Melton
Sep 10, 202144 minS2<p>We're thrilled to kick of the second season of our award winning podcast that features the special people and organizations that make Matthews, Matthews. In this episode, Jim takes you behind the scenes of Inside...
Episode #11
The Matthews - Mint Hill Weekly
Aug 13, 202141 minS1<p>Justin Vick and Adrian Garson are the editor and publisher of our community's local newspaper, The Matthews - Mint Hill Weekly. Each week, they're responsible for publishing and distributing thousands of copies...
Episode #10
Matthews Police Department
Jul 30, 202153 minS1<p>Chief Clark Pennington has led the Matthews Police Department since January, 2018 and, in this episode of Inside Matthews, Jim has a conversation with Chief Pennington about his background in law enforcement and what...
Episode #9
The 18th Mayor of Matthews, Paul Bailey
Jul 16, 202157 minS1<p>Paul Bailey served the citizens of the Town of Matthews for 30 years, most recently as the 18th Mayor of the Town. In this episode of Inside Matthews, Jim talks to Paul about his role as a charter member of the...
Episode #8
Matthews Alive!
Jul 2, 202157 minS1<p>Matthews Alive! is returning in this Labor Day Weekend and in this episode of Inside Matthews, Jim sits down to have a conversation with Executive Director Lee Anne Moore and the Chairperson of the Matthews Alive...
Episode #7
Matthews Fire & EMS
Jun 18, 202158 minS1<p>Jim is back on the road for this episode of Inside Matthews to have a conversation with the current and a few of the previous Chiefs of Matthews Fire & EMS. Recorded on-site at Station 1 on South Trade Street, this...
- Jun 4, 202144 minS1
<p>"Matthews Playhouse of the Performing Arts began in January of 1995 with the idea to create a theatre for children in the Matthews area. The original Board of Directors consisted of parents, theatre professionals and...
Recent guests
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Adam Reed
Vice President of Marketing at Dilla's Quesadillas, Pennsylvania State Police
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Bob Klein
Founder and Chief Investment Officer, California Pistachio Research Board
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Mike Squire
Division Manager for Community Engagement, Kinecta Federal CU
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Jeff Miller
Libertarian Candidate for Texas House of Representatives District 14, Mark Miller's Subaru in Salt Lake City
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