Discover the Inspiring Stories of Martha's Vineyard on

The True Vineyard Color Podcast

Beyond the pristine beaches and summer crowds lies a vibrant year-round community of islanders who have carved out their own niche and found their purpose on Martha's Vineyard. Take a listen as we chat about their love of community, vision, creativity and the resourcefulness it takes to create a life on island year round.

Meet the individuals who weave beautiful threads into the tapestry of our island  stories . See why there is no place quite like Martha's Vineyard 

Meet the eclectic people who call Martha's Vineyard home. Welcome to the podcast !

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True Vineyard Color brings you weekly conversations with the fascinating individuals who make Martha's Vineyard unlike anywhere else. 

From locals to innkeepers, artists to entrepreneurs, each episode reveals the authentic stories that paint our island's true colors.

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Meet Your Podcast host who brings you real conversations with Vineyarders

As a 35+ year resident of Martha's Vineyard, Sylvie Farrington has woven herself into the fabric of island life. From the bustling harbor of Menemsha to the quiet nature trails and picturesque island towns, she brings you authentic conversations with the people who make this island extraordinary.

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Conversations with the people that make Martha's Vineyard extraordinary

Episode #11: Susanna Herlitz-Ferguson on her second wind entrepreneurship creating MV Salads and staying true to hersef in life's challenges

 

In this fun conversation, Susanna Herlitz-Ferguson shares her journey of establishing MV Salads on Martha's Vineyard, emphasizing the importance of kindness in her brand and community. She discusses her transition from a design background to the food industry, the challenges faced during the pandemic, and her commitment to using local produce and eco friendly tableware.

  

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Episode #12 : Sylvie Mini Episode on how her difficult teen years acted as a propeller to create a life on MV and to never look back

In this conversation, Sylvie discusses some of the difficulties that she experienced growing up in Germany experiencing the effects of the generational trauma that deeply shaped her family. When her teen years landed her in Foster Care and she got an invitation to come to Martha's Vineyard in High School out of the blue, she found a sanctuary on the island.

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Episode #13: Marnely Murray and Angela Prout from Shored Up Digital on helping their clients navigate all things online marketing

 

In this episode of the True Vineyard Color podcast, Sylvie Farrington speaks with Maneli Murray and Angela Prout from Short Up Digital, a digital marketing agency dedicated to helping small businesses thrive through effective social media strategies. They discuss the origins of their business, the ongoing education of clients about the importance of social media, and their passion for building community connections. 

  

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