What’s Up Dunwoody

Matthew Weber
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The What’s Up Dunwoody podcast is your insider’s guide to all things Dunwoody, GA. Hosted by Matthew Weber, it features interviews with local leaders, business owners, and community members who make Dunwoody unique. From events and news to hidden gems, the podcast keeps residents and newcomers connected to the latest happenings in the city. Whether you’re living in or moving to Dunwoody, tune in for engaging stories and hyperlocal insights that celebrate the best of our community!

  1. MAY 11 ·  VIDEO

    329 - Dine Around Dunwoody Brings Food and Music to New Spots Across the City - Tim Brown

    Podcast 329 - Dine Around Dunwoody Brings Food and Music to New Spots Across the City - Tim Brown Food Truck Thursdays is getting a refresh, and DHA President Tim Brown joined me to break it all down. After 15 years as a Dunwoody staple, the Dunwoody Homeowners Association decided it was time to shake things up, and what they came up with is worth getting excited about. Dine Around Dunwoody is the new series: five events from May through October, each one at a different location around the city. Think family-friendly food trucks, live music or DJs, and yes, the Chick-fil-A cow. Instead of everyone coming to Brook Run every time, the DHA is bringing the party to Spruill Center's hidden courtyard, the amphitheater at High Street, and spots a lot of Dunwoody residents have honestly never visited. And Moondog Growlers is back as the adult beverage partner, which Tim says was the most-requested community return of the year. This episode is also a great window into how much the DHA has evolved lately. New logo, new website, a growing social media presence, and a slogan that says it all: "Neighbors Connecting Neighbors." Tim gives a lot of credit to the team around him, and it shows. The kickoff is May 21 at Brook Run Park from 5:30 to 9 PM. Full episode summary lives here: whatsupdunwoody.com/podcast-329

    21 min

  2. MAY 8 ·  VIDEO

    328 - How Discover Dunwoody Is Selling the City to the World - Mark Galvin

    Podcast 328 - How Discover Dunwoody Is Selling the City to the World - Mark Galvin Mark Galvin from Discover Dunwoody sat down with me this week, and we got into some fun conversation. With World Cup coming to Atlanta and Dunwoody sitting on its strongest lineup of restaurants, events, and hotels in years, Mark makes the case that his organization has never had a bigger opportunity in front of them. A lot of Dunwoody locals have a general sense of what Discover Dunwoody does, but the reality is bigger than most people realize. Mark's team has been running TV commercials in Mexico, Argentina, and Spain through Gray Digital Media and Telemundo stations, advertising Dunwoody to international soccer fans in their native Spanish. The strategy is straightforward: Dunwoody does not need to compete with downtown Atlanta. It just needs to be found. Their tagline captures it perfectly. "Above Atlanta and Beyond Expectations." We also talked about the real restaurant numbers (50+ new openings in four years, and yes, Mark gently corrected a stat I have been misquoting on this show), Stäge Kitchen and Bar now open at Campus 244, the brand new Le Faucheur Tearoom at Park Place, The Daily Pilates at Ashford Lane, the Dunwoody Arts Festival on Mother's Day weekend, World Cup soccer balls at the 4th of July Parade, and Create Dunwoody's DoorWoody art installations going up in the Village. Mark knows this city as well as anyone. Full episode at whatsupdunwoody.com/podcast-328.

    28 min

  3. APR 28 ·  VIDEO

    327 - How to Get Involved in Dunwoody’s Nonprofits - Catherine Lautenbacher & Beth Lehman

    Podcast 327 - How to Get Involved in Dunwoody’s Nonprofits - Catherine Lautenbacher & Beth Lehman Catherine Lautenbacher and Beth Lehman are back on the podcast with something new to Dunwoody. A volunteer fair. On Friday, May 1st, the First Annual Perimeter Community Volunteer Fair is happening at Dunwoody United Methodist Church from 10am to 1pm, and if you've been meaning to get more involved in your community, this is your entry point. Here's something that might surprise you. Catherine did a quick count and Dunwoody alone has at least 34 nonprofits, and every single one of them is looking for help. The problem has never been a shortage of opportunities. It's been knowing where to find them. Beth organized this fair as her Leadership Perimeter class project specifically for people who want to give back but haven't figured out where they fit yet. The fair brings 12 to 15 local organizations under one roof, from well-known names like the Community Assistance Center to Sandy Springs Youth Sports. You can walk in not knowing what you want to do and walk out with a real commitment. Head to igottavolunteer.com to see who's coming, and show up to see how you can help.   Full episode summary lives here: whatsupdunwoody.com/podcast-327

    20 min

  4. APR 25 ·  VIDEO

    326 - Why World-Class Chefs Keep Showing Up to Cook in Dunwoody - Billy Kramer

    Podcast 326 - Why World-Class Chefs Keep Showing Up to Cook in Dunwoody - Billy Kramer The Burger Benefit is back for one final year, with chefs like George Motz, Vinnie Cimino, Kevin Rathbun, and Freddy Money cooking one-day-only burgers at NFA Dunwoody on May 3rd. Every ticket dollar goes directly to the Giving Kitchen, and tickets just went on sale today. We also got deep into the Dunwoody restaurant scene. Forty-one restaurants opened here last year, and Billy made a strong case for why Dunwoody is a unicorn compared to every other market he looked at for expansion. We talked about what the Giving Kitchen actually does for food service workers in crisis, and why Billy is now permanently donating a quarter from every NFA burger sold. If you have never been to the Burger Benefit, this is the one to go to. It is the last one ever, the lineup is the best it has ever been, and the cause could not be more worthy. Grab your tickets at https://givingkitchen.org/events/the-final-burger-benefit-presented-by-georgia-natural-gas/ before they are gone. --- Full episode summary lives here: whatsupdunwoody.com/podcast-326

    40 min

  5. APR 16 ·  VIDEO

    325 – How to Spot and Stop the Scams Hitting Dunwoody Right Now – Dale Cardwell

    Podcast 325 – How to Spot and Stop the Scams Hitting Dunwoody Right Now – Dale Cardwell   People in our community are losing thousands to fake job offers, government grant schemes, and AI voices impersonating family members. Most don't see it coming until it's too late.   Dale Cardwell has spent his whole life protecting people across the Top End of Atlanta. He's lived in this community for 25 years, and after three decades as an investigative journalist exposing fraud and corruption, he built TrustDale and launched his podcast, Trust Issues, specifically to help people avoid getting scammed. He's genuinely invested in making sure his neighbors don't get taken advantage of.   But Dale's story goes deeper. He broke some of Atlanta's biggest investigations — the Derwin Brown assassination, Linda Schrenko's embezzlement scheme, the corruption that forced Jacquelyn Barrett out as Fulton County Sheriff. For 25 years in Dunwoody, he's been the guy who digs into what's really going on.   Full episode summary lives here: whatsupdunwoody.com/podcast-325

    25 min

  6. MAR 25 ·  VIDEO

    324 – High Street Expansion, Perimeter Mall Updates, and Kroger Gas

    Podcast 324 – High Street Expansion, Perimeter Mall Updates, and Kroger Gas Dunwoody is having a moment, and you can feel it in the steady wave of new businesses, fresh concepts, and cranes in the sky. Mark Galvin from Discover Dunwoody connects the dots on what’s changing around the Perimeter area, and why it all matters for locals. The High Street project is bigger than most people realize, stretching farther than expected and shaping up to rival Avalon with a strong focus on restaurants, retail, and walkability. Add in names like Varuni Napoli, Krua Thai, and Patrones, and you can feel the food scene leveling up fast. Even spots near the office corridors are coming back to life. Over at Perimeter Mall, a major food court relocation and new retail like Aritzia signal long-term confidence. Throw in fun concepts like Bunker Golf and a growing lineup of events, and progress in Dunwoody just keeps getting better.

    23 min

  7. MAR 24 ·  VIDEO

    323 – What Dunwoody Parents Need to Know Before the March 26 DHS Meeting – Andrew Ziffer

    Podcast 323 – What Dunwoody Parents Need to Know Before the March 26 DHS Meeting – Andrew Ziffer Thursday, March 26th at Dunwoody High School is shaping up to be one of the most important nights for local parents in quite some time. A 6pm meeting gives Dunwoody residents a chance to weigh in on school redistricting plans that could reshape our community. DeKalb School Board member Andrew Ziffer breaks down what’s driving the conversation. The district has thousands of empty seats overall. Dunwoody elementary schools follow that trend, yet Dunwoody High School is overcrowded. The goal is simple but tough: use existing space better with minimal disruption to the elementary schools neighbors love. Vanderlyn and Kingsley seem to be at the center of closure discussions, and Chesnut for expansion. Be sure to show up Thursday night and make your voice heard!

    36 min

  8. MAR 6 ·  VIDEO

    322 – Dunwoody High Reopens Its Renovated Theater with Little Women – Amanda Lower

    Podcast 322 – Dunwoody High Reopens Its Renovated Theater with Little Women – Amanda Lower Dunwoody High School’s newly renovated theater is stepping into the spotlight with the Broadway musical Little Women. Director of Theatre Amanda Lower explains how the upgrade is transforming the Wildcat Theatre program and giving students hands-on experience with professional-level lighting and sound. A new LED lighting system lets students control stage color and mood digitally instead of swapping old-school gels, creating a more polished show while teaching real technical theater skills. Amanda also shares how classes like acting, improv, technical theater, and public speaking help students build confidence, creativity, and teamwork. Beyond the stage, the Dunwoody High speech team is also finding success in competitions around metro Atlanta. Opening night Friday includes a special gala celebrating the renovated theater, complete with refreshments and a short video showing off the new lighting and sound system. It’s a big moment for arts education in Dunwoody.   Full episode summary lives here:  whatsupdunwoody.com/podcast-322 What’s Up Dunwoody Links:   🎧 All the podcast episodes. whatsupdunwoody.com/podcasts   🔥 Local events around the city. whatsupdunwoody.com/events   🍔 Dunwoody restaurant guide. whatsupdunwoody.com/food   🏠 Homes for sale. whatsupdunwoody.com/homes   🦷 Best orthodontist in town. whatsupdunwoody.com/village   🏈 Bring it home campaign. whatsupdunwoody.com/bringithome   🚎 Dunwoody trolley tour. whatsupdunwoody.com/tour   📍 Find local businesses. whatsupdunwoody.com/local   🛎️ Book a hotel staycation. whatsupdunwoody.com/hotels   📫 Join our email list. whatsupdunwoody.com/email   ⚽️ Get to know Matt. whatsupdunwoody.com/matt   🦸🏻‍♂️ Origin story of the podcast. whatsupdunwoody.com/origins   👕 What’s Up Dunwoody merch. whatsupdunwoody.com/merch

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The What’s Up Dunwoody podcast is your insider’s guide to all things Dunwoody, GA. Hosted by Matthew Weber, it features interviews with local leaders, business owners, and community members who make Dunwoody unique. From events and news to hidden gems, the podcast keeps residents and newcomers connected to the latest happenings in the city. Whether you’re living in or moving to Dunwoody, tune in for engaging stories and hyperlocal insights that celebrate the best of our community!

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  • Creator
    Matthew Weber
  • Years Active
    2018 - 2026
  • Episodes
    340
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © Copyright 2018 All rights reserved.
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