*Barry, Karie, and Lou on K101.2 Happy Hour Vibes*

The drinks are booze-free, but the vibes are bold! K101.2’s Happy Hour Vibes is redefining what a networking event can be — blending gourmet bites, signature mocktails, and sparkling conversation with the kind of exposure most organizations only dream about. Now hosted by a dynamic four-person panel — Barry Farmer, Karie Smith, Chef Gianna Stanley, and Lou Keeton — this monthly live-recorded experience is serving up local flavor in every sense of the word.

What started as a creative twist on happy hour has grown into a full-on, multi-platform media moment. With live studio recordings, podcast streaming, YouTube releases, and social crossposting, Happy Hour Vibes offers businesses, nonprofits, and community organizers a rare trifecta: real-life connection, broadcast storytelling, and digital visibility — all in one night.

“Happy Hour Vibes brings the best of a community networking event to the airwaves,” says Lou Keeton, who joins the panel on behalf of the Downtown Ashland Association. “Most small-town organizations wouldn’t be able to afford an exclusive media experience like this. But here, they’re not only networking over Shaken Not Spurred gourmet grilled sandwiches and custom mocktails — they’re reaching over 1.3 million listeners with a feature-rich appearance they can keep sharing long after the night is over.”

Joining Lou is celebrated chef Gianna Stanley, who adds flavor and flair to the show with recipes and real-life kitchen wisdom. “As a professional chef, one of my greatest joys in life is sharing my knowledge to make your time in the kitchen simple and fun,” Stanley says. “I am thrilled at the opportunity to walk guests through my favorite recipes and teach tips and tricks that anyone can use.”

Rounding out the team are Karie Smith of Shaken Not Spurred — whose Bit + Bougee mocktails headline each recording — and Barry Farmer, founder of Farmer Company Media, who brings humor, warmth, and deep storytelling chops to the mic. Together, this hosting crew delivers an unmatched blend of professional media, neighborly charm, and playful interaction. With segments that include “get-to-know-you” mocktail games and audience shoutouts, every guest becomes part of the show’s rhythm — and part of the Happy Hour Vibe.

*Shaken Not Spurred gourmet grilled sandwiches and mocktails*

Be Part of the Vibe

For just $75, local leaders and business owners can grab one of 15 exclusive tickets to attend the live networking and recording party. Guests will enjoy handcrafted mocktails and gourmet bites, record a 30-second pitch about their organization, and play lively networking games with the hosts — all captured in a full hour-long episode to be aired on K101.2 and published on podcast platforms, YouTube, and social media. The experience is fun, interactive, and designed to leave guests with a lasting piece of content they can proudly share again and again.

Can’t make it in person? For $50, organizations can still be part of the show by submitting a 30-second spot to be read by a Happy Hour Vibes host during the recording — a perfect way to amplify your message without stepping up to the mic.

With its one-of-a-kind format and massive reach, Happy Hour Vibes is quickly becoming one of the most cost-effective and memorable ways to introduce your business or cause to a broad and engaged audience.

🎟 Reserve your ticket: www.payit2.com/event/116388
📝 Submit a spot for reading: checkout.square.site

*Karie, Barry, and Lou on K101.2 Happy Hour Vibes*

Mark Your Calendar

The first Happy Hour Vibes Recording + Networking Party kicks off:
🗓 Monday, July 28 at 6 PM
📍 Farmer Company Media Studios, 1913 Huguenot Rd, Suite 300, North Chesterfield, VA 23235
🎙 New episodes will be recorded every third Monday of the month

So come hungry, come curious, and come ready to shine. Whether you're tuning in or taking the mic, Happy Hour Vibes is where Ashland’s tastemakers, change-makers, and storytellers come to sip, connect, and be heard.