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The Garman Group

Sit down with Delaware's hottest Real Estate Team to enjoy discussions on local events, being young entrepreneurs, our real estate shenanigans, and hear from special guests on their own businesses and specialties. 

  1. 2D AGO

    Episode 124 : Tim Furlong NBC10

    This week, Mary Kate sits down with the one and only Tim Furlong, and if you’re from Delaware, there’s a good chance he already feels like part of your daily life. An Emmy-winning reporter for NBC10 Philadelphia, Tim is the only Philly TV reporter living and working full-time in Delaware—and he’s made it his mission to make sure the First State is seen, heard, and represented.

    38 min

  2. APR 14

    Episode 123 : Wilmington Flower Market (ft. Alli Rubio & Lindsey DiSabatino)

    This week, Mary Kate sits down with General Chair (Alli Rubio) and Secretary (Lindsey DiSabatino) of the Wilmington Flower Market.

    19 min

  3. MAR 24

    Episode 122 : Two Friends Coffee Co. (ft. Kady Yager & Kerry Gardner)

    This week, Kaitlyn sits down with the owners and founders of Two Friends Coffee Co. , Kady Yager and Kerry Gardner

    32 min

  4. MAR 16

    Episode 121 : Mayor John Carney

    This week, Vince sits down with the Mayor of Wilmington and former Governor of Delaware, John Carney. Mayor Carney’s career has taken him through nearly every level of public service — from Deputy Chief Administrative Officer for New Castle County, to Delaware’s Secretary of Finance, Lieutenant Governor, Delaware’s lone member of Congress, and eventually the 74th Governor of Delaware. In 2025, he returned home to lead the city where he and his wife Tracey raised their family. But outside of government, there’s another side to the Mayor that a lot of people love talking about — sports. He quarterbacked the football team at St. Mark's High School, leading the school to its first state championship in the 1970s. From there he headed to Dartmouth College, where he earned All-Ivy League and MVP honors as a defensive back and even walked on to the lacrosse team. When he returned to Delaware, he stayed close to the game, even spending time coaching under legendary Harold 'Tubby' Raymond at the University of Delaware. These days, he’s still a huge sports fan (especially when it comes to the Philadelphia Eagles) and he also proudly cheers on his nephew, Brian O'Neill of the Minnesota Vikings. At home, he and his wife Tracey raised their two sons, Sam and Jimmy, nearby in Wilmington’s Triangle neighborhood, the same community where they still live today. He often talks about some of his favorite years being spent coaching youth sports, cheering from the sidelines, and raising a family in the city he now leads.

    45 min

  5. MAR 2

    Episode 120 : Keeping Up With The Garmans

    this week, Mary Kate and Vince sit down for a life update

    28 min

  6. FEB 23

    Episode 119 : Arborvine Landscaping (ft. Greg Chakar)

    This week, Vince sits down with Gregory Chakar, President and Founder of Arborvine Landscaping in Wilmington, DE.  Greg is a Wilmington DE Native raised & currently residing in North Wilmington. Greg began mowing lawns one summer at the age of 12 years old to save up money for a cellphone. That summer, pushing a Toro push mower from a yard sale & wagon from his childhood for miles up & down the streets of a North Wilmington Neighborhood, the vision was born. The following summer Greg had accumulated around a dozen mowing clients, and business was growing already. What really changed things was when one of his neighbors had a large landscaping project completed by a local landscaping company, one of the largest at the time. In between mowing his lawns, Greg spent that summer watching this landscape come to life. That experience ignited Greg’s interest in the residential landscape construction industry. Greg began learning the landscape construction trade over his high school years. Greg attended St. Elizabeths High School in Wilmington for Freshman & Sophomore before transferring to Brandywine High School where a co-op schedule was offered, allowing him to grow Arborvine Landscaping. Shortly after graduating high school, Greg hired his first landscape designer & brought on his first few craftsmen. Adding crews, equipment & team members year by year, Greg was running a busy operation by the time he graduated high school. By his early 20’s, Greg had established a recognizable and highly sought after residential landscape design & build firm. Arborvine’s impressive growth, high standards and unique story along with a motivating and detailed mission quickly attracted the attention of the area’s most talented industry professionals!  As Arborvine Landscaping continues to grow today, Greg continues to invest in his people to maintain the experience and level of service that his clients & partners deserve & have come to expect from Arborvine Landscaping. Greg takes great pride in providing excellent customer service, the highest quality craftsmanship & use of only the finest materials. This allows him to provide each and every client with the exceptional experience & final results that Arborvine Landscaping is known for! In his free time, Greg enjoys spending time with his family, enjoying walks outdoors, taking trips to the beach and exercising.

    48 min

  7. FEB 9

    Episode 118 : Ken-Do Spice (ft. Shani Smith)

    This week, Mary Kate sits down with the owner of Ken-Do Spice, Shani Smith. "Ken-Do Spice is more than just a company; it’s a heartfelt mission led by Shani Smith. An international author, entrepreneur, TV show co-host, and culinary expert with over 30 years of experience, Shani's journey is as inspiring as it is flavorful. Shani’s story begins in the kitchen with her father, Kenny "Ken-Do" Bond, where her love for cooking was ignited. Naming the company after him, Ken-Do Spice honors his legacy and the rich culinary traditions they shared. Shani's journey took a profound turn when she became a caregiver for her mother, Mary Bond (fka Mary Green) with dementia. She discovered that food was the best way to deliver supplements, transforming mealtime into a healing ritual. This personal experience gave birth to Ken-Do Spice, driven by the desire to help others enjoy the healing power of food."

    31 min

  8. FEB 3

    Episode 117 : Sprinkles Italian Bakery & Market (ft. Darien & Emma Donovan)

    This week in our newly updated pod studio, Marykate sits down with sisters Darrien and Emma Donovan, the owners and founders of Sprinkles Italian Bakery and Market in North Wilmington.

    39 min
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Sit down with Delaware's hottest Real Estate Team to enjoy discussions on local events, being young entrepreneurs, our real estate shenanigans, and hear from special guests on their own businesses and specialties. 

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  • Creator
    The Garman Group
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    124
  • Rating
    Explicit
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