Guest Appearances

Everywhere I've been a guest — radio, podcasts, and more. I'm a regular on Town Talk with Ted Schubel, and the full archive of appearances is below, newest first. New appearances get added as they happen.

I'm a regular guest on Town Talk with Ted Schubel on NewsTalk 1230 WFVA and B101.5, talking about affordable housing and Habitat's work in our region. Here are my appearances, newest first — click "Listen" to hear an episode.

2026

October 9, 2026 — Building continues in Ladysmith on three more Habitat homes, with more about to begin; Jason Tickle is holding Friday virtual info sessions and seeking volunteers and future homeowners. Listen

August 11, 2026 — Mac Williams and Jason Tickle update the veterans' home, now nearing completion, and the volunteers, donors, and partners who helped get it there. Listen

June 5, 2026 — For National Homeownership Month, Jason Tickle discusses homeownership's impact, his "First Saturdays are for Housing" program, and a new group of Ladysmith homes about to begin. Listen

May 8, 2026 — Mac Williams and Jason Tickle on the need for veterans to apply for housing and for volunteers to build veterans' homes, designed with zero-step entry and energy-saving technology. Listen

April 7, 2026 — Work is about to get underway on eight new Habitat for Humanity homes on Stirrup Lane in Ladysmith, and Jason Tickle urges future buyers to become loan-ready. Listen

February 23, 2026 — Jason Tickle shares an update on the upcoming Ladysmith builds as construction is about to begin, with midweek volunteers especially needed. Listen

January 27, 2026 — Jason Tickle updates Ladysmith projects: eight new self-help homes starting, the Caroline High School Future Builders home for a veteran, and how families can qualify. Listen

2025

December 26, 2025 — Mac Williams and Jason Tickle discuss plans for new Ladysmith construction in 2026, modular building techniques, and year-end giving. Listen

November 26, 2025 — Jason Tickle on data showing Americans now buy their first home around age 40, regional affordability pressures, and the many ways to get involved. Listen

November 16, 2025 — Jason Tickle and Mac Williams preview their zero-step entry presentation at Governor Youngkin's Housing Conference in Roanoke. Listen

October 13, 2025 — Mac Williams and Jason Tickle with updates: Ladysmith construction ready to begin once the government shutdown ends, including a new zero-step entry modular home. Listen

August 15, 2025 — Jason Tickle on construction starting soon on nine new Ladysmith homes and a new strategic plan covering Westmoreland, Essex, King and Queen, and Richmond counties. Listen

July 11, 2025 — Jason Tickle with an overview as building begins in Ladysmith, and how to get involved as a volunteer or financially. Listen

May 27, 2025 — Jason Tickle and Western Caroline Supervisor Jeff Black with updates as Ladysmith building is set to start in June, plus ways to help and volunteer. Listen

April 11, 2025 — Mac Williams and Jason Tickle talk with an update — building begins in Ladysmith in June, and volunteer teams are welcome. Listen

March 6, 2025 — Caroline Sheriff Scott Moser and Habitat's Jason Tickle outline the program for homes for teachers and first responders, with building about to begin in the Ladysmith area. Listen

2024

December 16, 2024 — Mac Williams and Jason Tickle on the name about to change to Central Rappahannock River Habitat for Humanity, no-step entry, volunteers, and year-end giving. Listen

November 12, 2024 — Mac Williams and Jason Tickle (with USDA Rural Development's Kerry Crowley by phone) on 20 homes being built in Caroline — many for teachers, police officers, and firefighters — and Energy Star certification. Listen

October 3, 2024 — Jason Tickle and Mac Williams talk about plans to build 20 homes in Ladysmith and changes that could shorten build times and help volunteers. Listen

August 20, 2024 — Jason Tickle and GWRC Executive Director Chip Boyles talk affordable housing strategies for the region, with USDA's Kerry Crowley on home buying options. Listen

June 19, 2024 — Stephanie Ball and Jason Tickle talk about the upcoming dedication of four homes and what's next, plus home buyer presentation info. Listen

June 13, 2024 — Jason Tickle and Board of Supervisors Chairman Jeff Black on the home ownership program for Caroline County teachers and first responders. Listen

May 24, 2024 — Chairman Jeff Black and Jason Tickle on the teacher/first responder homeownership program, with USDA Rural Development State Director Perry Hickman on USDA programs. Listen

February 21, 2024 — Mac Williams, GWRC's Chip Boyles, and Habitat President and CEO Jason Tickle talk about affordable housing and volunteering. Listen

January 26, 2024 — Principal Josh Just, teacher Noah Hughes, and Jason Tickle on the Future Builders Program, where Caroline students are building a home to be sold at cost to a local veteran. Listen

2023

December 15, 2023 — Donna Holcomb and Jason Tickle with a year in review, a look ahead to more homes in 2024, and the need for volunteers and donors. Listen

November 20, 2023 — Jason Tickle updates the building of 20+ homes, well underway in Bowling Green and Milford, and opportunities to volunteer or give. Listen

October 24, 2023 — Board of Supervisors Chairman Floyd Thomas and Habitat's Jason Tickle preview the groundbreaking for 20 homes. Listen

September 27, 2023 — Jason Tickle updates home building in Bowling Green and the Bridlewoods groundbreaking for 20 more, with USDA's Jeanie Barbaro on loan options. Listen

July 24, 2023 — President and CEO Jason Tickle updates the building of four homes, discusses his selection as an Allen & Allen Hometown Hero, and shares ways to volunteer. Listen

June 8, 2023 — Jason Tickle and Mac Williams with an update on building four homes, the importance of volunteers, and USDA program information. Listen

May 19, 2023 — Caroline High School's Noah Hughes and Jason Tickle on their partnership, with students building a home at the school to be sold at cost to a veteran. Listen

March 17, 2023 — Commonwealth's Attorney John Mahoney and Jason Tickle update the two-year project to build 20 homes, with groundbreaking coming soon. Listen

February 2, 2023 — Chairman Floyd Thomas, Sheriff Scott Moser, and Habitat's Jason Tickle talk about Habitat's impact on the county and what building 20 homes over two years means for the future. Listen

2022

November 23, 2022 — Stephanie Ball, Mac Williams, and Jason Tickle talk about zero-step entry and Energy Star rated homes, and the partnership with Caroline Schools. Listen

October 22, 2022 — Jason Tickle of Habitat for Humanity of Caroline County with an update on the next round of building, plus a talk about affordable housing. Listen

August 22, 2022 — Stephanie Ball, Chip Boyles, and Jason Tickle with Habitat of Caroline and GWRC updates, including a $2 million affordable housing grant. Listen

May 18, 2022 — Habitat of Caroline's Jason Tickle talks about workforce housing — the issue and some solutions. Listen

April 5, 2022 — Mac Williams and Jason Tickle talk about the value and importance of volunteers, as Habitat gets ready to begin five more houses. Listen

February 22, 2022 — Mac Williams and Jason Tickle update new designs and air exchange, and celebrate Jason's ten years with Habitat. Listen

January 24, 2022 — Jason Tickle talks about the USDA 502 Direct Loan, income guidelines, and opportunities to volunteer or contribute. Listen

2021

November 23, 2021 — Jason Tickle announces the five new Habitat homes will be completed at a special program on December 15, with a look back at 2021 and what's ahead. Listen

 

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