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Send us a textRising seas. Dredged rivers. Dying forests. In this episode of Shoresides, we investigate one of North Carolina's most subtle yet devastating climate threats: ghost forests. These vast expanses of standing dead trees are creeping inland, driven by rising sea levels and relentless dredging of the Cape Fear River.UNCW scientists Monica Rother and Andrea Hawks join us to explain how their research—combining tree ring data and microscopic marine organisms—paints a stark picture of environmental change. They discuss why ghost forests are spreading, how they disrupt ecosystems, and what it means for communities, flooding, and environmental justice across the region.Rother and Hawks are at the forefront of research on North Carolina's ghost forests, using innovative methods to track the impact of climate change and human activity on coastal ecosystems. Rother, a forest ecologist and tree ring scientist, analyzes tree growth patterns to understand long-term environmental changes, revealing how rising salinity levels stress and ultimately kill freshwater trees. Hawks, a micropaleontologist, studies tiny marine organisms preserved in sediment to reconstruct past sea level changes and pinpoint when saltwater intrusion began affecting these landscapes. Together, their interdisciplinary work provides a clearer picture of how dredging and rising seas accelerate the spread of ghost forests, offering crucial insights into the future of coastal resilience and community health.Learn more...1. Ghost forests are dead tree stands caused by rising salinity. These eerie landscapes form when saltwater intrusion—driven by rising sea levels, coastal erosion, and human activities like dredging—kills freshwater-dependent trees, leaving behind lifeless trunks.2. They are a visible sign of climate change. Ghost forests are one of the most striking indicators of global warming, as they mark areas where land is transitioning from forest to marsh due to sea-level rise and increasing storm surges.3. The Cape Fear River dredging accelerates ghost forest formation. In Wilmington, NC, repeated deepening of the Cape Fear River has allowed tides to push saltwater farther inland, increasing salinity in freshwater wetlands and rapidly killing off bald cypress and other trees.4. They disrupt ecosystems and increase flooding risks. The loss of forested wetlands means less natural flood protection, leading to higher flood risks for nearby communities. 5. Ghost forests are expanding along the East and Gulf Coasts. While they are particularly noticeable in North Carolina, ghost forests are appearing from the Mid-Atlantic to the Gulf Coast.Useful articles...1. Bernhardt, E. (2022, June 29). “Coastal freshwater wetlands squeezed between migrating salt marshes and working lands.” Science Advances, 8(26).2. Carolina Public Press (2022, August 12). “‘Ghost forests' are creeping across NC's coast at an alarming rate. Researchers are trying to stop them.” Accessed October 29, 2024.3. Coastal Review (2022, June 15). “Research network to link enSupport the showwww.shoresides.org

On Episode 9 of Bledsoe Said So, the guys recited Chris Bledsoe Sr.'s first hypnotic regression with Dr. Michael O'Connell which took place in 2008. During the regression, Chris recalled his encounters with light beings on the Cape Fear River during his first experience with the phenomena on January 8, 2007. Episode 9 of BSS includes a full narration of the regression from Nick with commentary and context provided by Ryan. This episode is an uninterrupted rendition of Chris Bledsoe's first hypnotic regression in full. The intro is one of our favorite messages from Chris in his latest episode with us, Episode 183. Enjoy! 

Hosted by Rend SmithFeaturing Melba Newsome, a veteran freelance journalist with more than 20 years of experience reporting on environmental news.Music by  PenguinMusic – Better Day from Pixabay.In a recent article for Sierra Magazine titled "North Carolina Agency Warns Anglers About Poisoned Fish," Newsome reports that the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) has issued a fish consumption advisory. The advisory recommends that almost everyone significantly reduce their intake of certain freshwater fish from the middle and lower Cape Fear River due to contamination concerns. These fish are suspected to be contaminated with perfluorooctane sulfonic acid (PFOS), a toxic chemical from the PFAS group that can persist in the environment for up to 1,000 years.The press release from the NCDHHS states: "We recommend limits on the consumption of certain freshwater fish from the middle and lower Cape Fear River based on concerns about exposure to perfluorooctane sulfonic acid (PFOS) found in fish sampled from that area."The Cape Fear River Watch has published guidelines titled "Stop, Check, Enjoy," which provide tips on fish consumption. Additionally, you can find current advisories posted by the state of North Carolina and reports by county on fish consumption. For useful tips on making fish safer and healthier for consumption, renowned North Carolina Chef Keith Rhodes offers valuable advice.Link to current advisories posted by the state of North Carolina.Support the Show.www.shoresides.org

Patrick discusses Chris Bledsoe's latest instagram video upload featuring an ORB. Chris Bledsoe is the author of the highly acclaimed book UFO OF GOD where he details his life story as stated below: "Chris Bledsoe, a deeply religious family man and successful business owner from North Carolina was on the verge of the unthinkable after losing everything in the 2007 financial crisis and suffering from a debilitating chronic disease. Fishing along the banks of the Cape Fear River with three co-workers and his teenage son, he walks away from the group and cries out to God in a desperate prayer for help. Suddenly, a UFO appears and saves his life and cures him of his illness. Experiencing four hours of missing time, he returns to his group and finds them troubled. Terrified, they run for their lives as several UFOs chase them home. This is the true story of hope, love, lies and deception, involving NASA, the CIA, a string of professors, and the church. Prepare to go on a spiritual journey of awakening and transformation with a visit from the Lady, the Vatican, remote viewing, assassination plot of the Pope, dripping orbs, a burning tree, the Monroe Institute, and healing the son of an elite Washington DC power broker with ties to the White House. 16 years on, the phenomena still visits the Bledsoe family and affects the lives of people who come in contact with them. To outsiders this can be seen as demonic, but to those who are willing to keep an open mind, it is a blessing." More Information & Show Notes

A riveting INTERVIEW is full of WOWS and unforgettable information and insights! This is the true story of hope, love, lies and deception, involving officials from the CIA, NASA, DIA, a string of professors, and MUFON. Chris Bledsoe, a deeply religious, after losing everything in the 2007 financial crisis and suffering from a debilitating chronic disease. Fishing along the banks of the Cape Fear River with three co-workers and his teenage son, he walks away from the group and cries out to God in a desperate prayer for help. Suddenly, a UFO appears and saves his life and cures him of his illness. Prepare to go on a spiritual journey of awakening and transformation with a visit from the Lady, remote viewing, assassination plot of the Pope, dripping orbs, a burning tree, the Monroe Institute, and healing .... FIND CHRIS BLEDSOE & HIS BOOK: https://ufoofgod.com BUY HIS BOOK: https://www.audible.ca/pd/UFO-of-God-...https://books.apple.com/ca/book/ufo-o...https://www.amazon.com.be/-/en/dp/B0B... ________________________________________________ HOST READINGS-CLASSES- www.askhollyhall.com Holly Hall Clairvoyant Life Coach holly@askhollyhall.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/askhollyhall/message

In this insightful episode of the Environmental Transformation Podcast, host Sean Grady engages in a compelling dialogue with Emily Donovan, co-founder of Clean Cape Fear, about their ongoing battle against PFAS pollution in the Cape Fear River watershed. Exploring the intricate journey from petitioning the United Nations to address human rights violations to the complex responses from major corporations like DuPont, Chemours, and Corteva, this episode sheds light on the critical environmental and health issues at stake. Emily discusses the challenges of advocating for clean water, the importance of health studies, the role of international waste shipments, and the legal efforts to hold polluters accountable. With parallels drawn to the 'Dark Waters' documentary, this episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in environmental advocacy, corporate accountability, and the fight for a healthier planet. Tune in to grasp the gravity of PFAS pollution and the resolute determination of community activists like Emily Donovan fighting on the front lines. Thanks to our sponsors: Zappa-Stewart, Cascade Environmental, and E-Tank. #pfas #drinkingwater #pfasfree #capefear #foreverchemicals

Join Corey and Ben discussing winter catfishing on the Cape Fear River with prominent North Carolina catfish angler, Tyler Barnes. Our two bald biologists talk about catfish fishing tactics and conservation concerns.

Dr. Cassandra Zentner is the Vice President of Technology and Sustainability at actnano, the global leader in PFAS-free nanocoatings used to protect circuit boards across industries. Actano was created after the CEO, while working at a different company, saw factory workers getting sick from handling traditional coatings. Actnano's technology is currently protecting many of the world's foremost consumer electronic brands, safeguarding millions of vehicles, and defending numerous industrial applications against harsh electrical and environmental conditions. Cassandra leads actnano's implementation of innovative protective materials. While driving customer-focused technical initiatives, she also leads the company's sustainability efforts and commitment to protecting human health and the environment. She brings her scientific background—a PhD in Chemistry from MIT—to drive actnano's mission to bring safer chemical alternatives to the electronics industry. In this episode, we discuss: ●     PFAS—what they are and why they present a huge problem ●     The meaning of “safer chemicals” ●     The importance of prevention versus mitigation  Key Takeaways: ●     Takeaway 1: Innovating Out of a Broken System. When actnano founder Taymur Ahmad noticed the harmful impact of PFAS in protective coatings, he didn't just stand by. He saw a broken system as a call to action. A puzzle to be solved. By developing PFAS-free nano-coating he stepped up as a true innovator, showing us that discovering a broken system is the first step towards creating a solution. It's a reminder that the world benefits immensely from changemakers like Taymur, who not only dream up safer alternatives but also pave the way for others to adopt these groundbreaking solutions in their operations. ●     Takeaway 2: The Invisible Threats Among Us. We're naturally drawn to the big, obvious problems. The proverbial elephant in a room. Yet, it's often what we can't see that poses the greater danger. PFAS, a prevalent yet invisible threat found in countless everyday items—from electronics to personal care products—carries serious health risks, including certain cancers, fertility issues, and developmental delays in children. This hidden danger reminds us that sometimes the most significant threats to our well-being lurk out of sight, challenging us to look beyond the obvious. ●     Takeaway 3: Out Of Sight, Out Of Mind. Then there are the enormous issues we choose to ignore, like the Great Pacific Garbage Patch, an immense span of waterborne waste twice the size of Texas, floating in the middle of the Pacific without much attention. This "plastic continent" is a stark example of "out of sight, out of mind," yet its impact on our health and environment is profound. Microplastics, including those containing PFAS, break away from this mass, infiltrating the seafood we eat and carrying with them a host of health risks. It's a clear signal that just because we can't see a problem, or a problem feels far from home, doesn't mean it's any less real or harmful. This unseen danger serves as a critical wake-up call to the interconnectedness of our global ecosystem and the hidden impacts on our health.  References: ●     Connect with Cassandra on LinkedIn ●     actnano ●     EPA page on PFAS ●     ChemSec ●     North Carolina DEQ page on the Cape Fear River ●     Change Chemistry ●     EU page on REACH Regulation ●     EU page on RoHS ●     Purpose and Profit episode with Ken Cook of the Environmental Working Group  Connect & Share: If you enjoy the podcast, would you please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes? It takes less than 60 seconds, and it really makes a difference in helping to convince hard-to-get guests. I also love reading them! If this episode resonated with you, I ask you to send it to a friend. Help bring even more visibility to these leaders that are using business as a force for good!  Subscribe to the Purpose and Profit newsletter to make sure you don't miss future episodes. This podcast is for you, the listener. I'd love to hear what resonated with you, or if you have a suggestion on who would be a great guest for this show. Please send me a note at info@KathyVarol.com.

Podcast guest 856 is Chris Bledsoe author of No. 1 Best Selling book UFO of GOD, who has not only had an extraordinary life with NDEs but is also the most studied ET Contactee in the US Who has received messages. Chris, a deeply religious family man and successful business owner from North Carolina was on the verge of the unthinkable after losing everything in the 2007 financial crisis and suffering from a debilitating chronic disease. Fishing along the banks of the Cape Fear River with three co-workers and his teenage son, he walks away from the group and cries out to God in a desperate prayer for help. Suddenly, a UFO appears and saves his life and cures him of his illness. Experiencing four hours of missing time, he returns to his group to find them dismayed. Terrified, they run for their lives as several UFOs chase them home. #chrisbledsoe UFO of GOD https://amzn.to/3JS1pFC Chris' Instagram https://www.instagram.com/christopherlentzbledsoe/ Chris' Website https://ufoofgod.com/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jeffrey-s-reynolds/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jeffrey-s-reynolds/support

During Black History month, the Fayetteville History Museum will have a special exhibit that highlights the history and future of the Orange Street School. In addition to this exhibit, the museum has several other exhibits that cover African American literature, African American builders and architects, and African Americans on the Cape Fear River. Museum hours are Tuesday - Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and admission is free.

On this day, November 24, in legal history, a pivotal event unfolded in Czechoslovakia, marking a significant turning point in the country's journey towards democracy. In 1989, the leaders of the Communist Party of Czechoslovakia, under mounting pressure and facing an undeniable surge for change, resigned from their positions. This resignation was a direct response to the widespread protests and political movements demanding democratic reforms, a wave that had been sweeping across Eastern Europe following the decline of Soviet influence in the region.Central to this movement in Czechoslovakia was Vaclav Havel, a distinguished playwright and political dissident, who emerged as a leading figure in the opposition. Havel, who had long been an outspoken critic of the Communist regime, played a crucial role in the Velvet Revolution, a peaceful series of protests that ultimately led to the end of 41 years of Communist rule in Czechoslovakia. His actions, characterized by non-violent resistance and powerful advocacy for human rights, not only symbolized the yearning for freedom and democracy but also inspired a nation to strive for these ideals.The resignation of the Communist Party leaders on this day was a landmark victory for the Velvet Revolution and paved the way for significant legal and political changes in Czechoslovakia. This event marked the beginning of a transition from a one-party system to a parliamentary democracy, a transition that culminated in the election of Vaclav Havel as the first democratically elected President of Czechoslovakia in December 1989. His presidency represented not only a new era for Czechoslovakia but also symbolized the triumph of democratic principles over authoritarian rule in the post-Cold War era.The United Nations Special Rapporteur on toxics and human rights, Marcos A. Orellana, has initiated an investigation into three companies historically linked to DuPont, along with the governments of the Netherlands and the United States. This probe concerns the human rights and environmental impacts stemming from the release of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) from a Fayetteville, North Carolina plant. In letters sent to these entities, Orellana expressed deep concern over the apparent disregard for human rights and environmental protections demonstrated by DuPont de Nemours Inc., the Chemours Co. LLC, and Corteva Agriscience LLC in their handling of PFAS, known for their potential harmful effects.Chemours responded with details of their efforts to control PFAS release at their Fayetteville Works factory, including significant pollution control measures and water treatment systems, which have cost over $200 million. They also highlighted a barrier wall to prevent chemical migration to local waters and provided data showing decreasing PFAS levels in the adjacent Cape Fear River. Corteva, on the other hand, clarified that it is an independent agricultural company and has neither produced nor sold the PFAS in question, though it inherited some liabilities related to PFAS under a 2021 settlement.The Netherlands detailed its compliance with international law in its dealings with Chemours, including requesting U.S. EPA permission for PFAS waste export from a Dutch Chemours plant to the North Carolina facility, a move highlighted by Orellana as potentially exacerbating the problem.Orellana criticized the U.S. for inadequate health and environmental protections, alleging that American regulatory failures have deprived North Carolina communities of essential information to prevent harm and seek reparation. He pointed out that legal actions against the companies have been insufficient, with enforcement and remediation measures falling short. This, according to Orellana, undermines the community members' rights to information and effective remedies. As of the report, responses from the U.S. government and DuPont were not immediately available on the UN's website.You will remember we reported on 3M's $10.3 billion PFAS settlement back in September, it appears likely as more is learned about PFAS that more litigation and ultimately more settlements will be in the offing. UN Probes DuPont, Chemours Over Human Rights Harms From PFASA $25 million settlement between Apple Inc. and the Department of Justice (DOJ) over allegations of hiring bias against U.S. citizens has underscored a broader dilemma in Big Tech regarding compliance with immigration laws. The case highlights a disconnect between the Department of Labor (DOL) and the DOJ in enforcing these laws, particularly in the context of sponsoring foreign workers for lawful permanent residency. Apple's case is the second major enforcement action against a U.S. employer for biases in sponsoring foreign workers, following a similar case with Facebook in 2021.Under the PERM (Permanent Labor Certification) program, companies sponsoring foreign workers must meet additional DOL recruiting requirements, which some attorneys find outdated, such as advertising in Sunday print newspapers. Despite adherence to DOL regulations, companies like Apple find themselves scrutinized by the DOJ for potential recruitment failures. The DOJ alleged that Apple took measures to depress applications from U.S. workers, including requiring paper applications and not advertising PERM positions on its external website.Large tech firms are particularly vulnerable to such scrutiny due to their heavy use of the PERM process and the H-1B visa program. For many foreign workers employed in the U.S. on temporary visas, progress toward permanent residency is crucial for renewing their temporary status, especially given the long wait times for green cards. The DOJ's position is that employers are not permitted to deter job applications based on citizenship or immigration status. However, this has raised concerns among immigration attorneys who argue that complying with the letter of DOL laws might still invite DOJ enforcement actions, creating a challenging environment for employers to navigate.The Apple case, following the Facebook settlement, signifies a growing enforcement trend by the DOJ and raises questions about the consistency and clarity of regulations governing the sponsorship of foreign workers for permanent residency. It also suggests the need for federal agencies to harmonize their approaches and update recruitment mandates to reflect modern hiring practices.Apple's Hiring Bias Case Reveals Big Tech Foreign Worker DilemmaThe Biden administration has defended the race-conscious admissions policy of the U.S. Military Academy at West Point in a recent legal challenge. In a brief filed by the U.S. Department of Justice, the administration argued that the academy's affirmative action policies are crucial for ensuring a diverse and effective military force, which is integral to national security. This stance comes despite the U.S. Supreme Court's June ruling that struck down similar race-conscious admissions policies used by civilian colleges.The lawsuit, filed by Students for Fair Admissions (SFFA), a group founded by affirmative action opponent Edward Blum, alleges that West Point's practices discriminate against white applicants, violating the equal protection principle of the U.S. Constitution's Fifth Amendment. However, the Justice Department contends that SFFA lacks legal standing to sue and points out critical differences between civilian universities and military academies in their use of race in admissions.The administration emphasizes that diversity in the Army officer corps, fostered in part by West Point's admissions practices, results in a more effective, lethal, and legitimate force in the eyes of the nation and the world. The lawsuit seeks to end an exemption that allows military academies to consider race as a factor in admissions, an issue the Supreme Court did not address in its recent ruling.The Justice Department's brief highlights the racial disparities in the Army, noting that while Black and Hispanic people make up a significant portion of active duty enlisted personnel, they are underrepresented in officer positions. In contrast, white individuals constitute a larger percentage of officers compared to their representation in the enlisted corps. The case, which will have arguments heard on December 21, raises crucial questions about the role of race in military academy admissions and its impact on the composition and effectiveness of the U.S. military.Biden administration defends West Point's race-conscious admissions policy | ReutersThe 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in New Orleans is proposing a rule requiring lawyers to certify their use of artificial intelligence (AI) in drafting legal briefs. This proposed rule, a first among the nation's 13 federal appeals courts, aims to regulate the use of generative AI tools like OpenAI's ChatGPT. Lawyers would need to confirm that any AI-generated text in court filings has been reviewed for accuracy, particularly citations and legal analysis. Failure to comply could result in filings being stricken and potential sanctions.This move comes as the legal community increasingly grapples with the implications of AI in the courtroom. The need for such a rule was highlighted by an incident in June, where two New York lawyers faced sanctions for submitting a brief with fictitious case citations generated by ChatGPT. The 5th Circuit's initiative follows similar actions by district courts in its jurisdiction, including the Eastern District of Texas, which recently announced a rule requiring lawyers to verify any computer-generated content.These measures reflect a growing awareness of the potential inaccuracies in AI-generated legal content and the importance of ensuring that AI tools do not replace the critical thinking and problem-solving skills required in legal practice. The 5th Circuit is currently seeking public comment on this proposal until January 4.US appeals court proposes lawyers certify review of AI use in filings | Reuters Get full access to Minimum Competence - Daily Legal News Podcast at www.minimumcomp.com/subscribe

This is extraordinary, and it's still happening. My special guest is UFO abductee Chris Bledsoe, who's here to discuss his abduction experience and constant sightings in and around his home.   The case began 16 years ago and the government was the only one that listened. Why is that? Chris Bledsoe, a deeply religious family man and successful business owner from North Carolina, was on the verge of the unthinkable after losing everything in the 2007 financial crisis and suffering from a debilitating chronic disease. Fishing along the banks of the Cape Fear River with three co-workers and his teenage son, he walks away from the group and cries out to God in a desperate prayer for help. Suddenly, a UFO appears and saves his life and cures him of his illness. Experiencing four hours of missing time, he returns to his group and finds them troubled. Terrified, they run for their lives as several UFOs chase them home.This is the true story of hope, love, lies and deception, involving officials from the U.S. Government, CIA, NASA, a string of professors, and MUFON.Prepare to go on a spiritual journey of awakening and transformation with a visit from the Lady, remote viewing, assassination plot of the Pope, dripping orbs, a burning tree, the Monroe Institute, and healing the son of an elite Washington, DC, power broker with ties to the IC and the White House. 16 years on, the phenomena still visits the Bledsoe family and affects the lives of people who come in contact with them. To outsiders this can be seen as evil, but those who are willing to be open and accept it, it is a blessing. It's super easy to access our archives! Here's how: iPhone Users:Access Mysterious Radio from Apple Podcasts and become a subscriber there, or if you want access to even more exclusive content, join us on Patreon. Android Users:Enjoy over 800 exclusive member-only posts to include ad-free episodes, case files, and more when you join us on Patreon.  Please copy and Paste our link in a text message to all your family members and friends! We'll love you forever! (Check out Mysterious Radio!)

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The case began 15 years ago and the government was the only one that listened. Why is that? -- “The Invisible College took notice…and so should you.” Jim Semivan, CIA“Now that I've read 100 pages so far, you don't even need to be interested in UFOs to love this book. It's SO good! I can't put it down. This is the most interesting autobiography I've ever read. It's an absolute page turner.” T.H., Midwest“The content is gripping and beautifully written. An instant classic.” Laurie Rosenfield, OntarioChris Bledsoe, a deeply religious family man and successful business owner from North Carolina was on the verge of the unthinkable after losing everything in the 2007 financial crisis and suffering from a debilitating chronic disease. Fishing along the banks of the Cape Fear River with three co-workers and his teenage son, he walks away from the group and cries out to God in a desperate prayer for help. Suddenly, a UFO appears and saves his life and cures him of his illness. Experiencing four hours of missing time, he returns to his group to find them dismayed. Terrified, they run for their lives as several UFOs chase them home.This is the true story of hope, love, lies and deception, involving officials from the U.S. Government, CIA, NASA, a string of professors, and MUFON.Prepare to go on a spiritual journey of awakening and transformation with a visit from the Lady, remote viewing, assassination plot of the Pope, dripping orbs, a burning tree, the Monroe Institute, and healing the son of an elite Washington DC power broker with ties to the IC and the White House. 15 years on, the phenomena still visits the Bledsoe family and affects the lives of people who come in contact with them. To outsiders this can be seen as evil, but those who are willing to be open and accept it, it is a blessing.“Do not be surprised if you, the reader, become one of them. Strap in for a wild ride.”Colonel John B. Alexander, PhD. Retired U.S. ArmyAre the events that are playing out around the world controlled and shaped by the Phenomena? The U.S. Government says UFOs are real. And millions of people believe GOD is real. So what do we do about UFOs and GOD? Mark 10:27 says, "All things are possible with God." So, UFOs must be interrelated with GOD if holding the scriptures to be true. It would be impossible to have one without the other.“Chris has probably been visited officially and unofficially by more “government types” and UFO researchers than any other contactee or experiencer.” Jim Semivan, former CIA (SES), Clandestine Directorate of Operationshttps://ufoofgod.comhttps://www.facebook.com/clbledsoe/This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/2790919/advertisement

Chris Bledsoe, a deeply religious family man and successful business owner from North Carolina was on the verge of the unthinkable after losing everything in the 2007 financial crisis and suffering from a debilitating chronic disease. Fishing along the banks of the Cape Fear River with three co-workers and his teenage son, he walks away from the group and cries out to God in a desperate prayer for help. Suddenly, a UFO appears and saves his life and cures him of his illness. Experiencing four hours of missing time, he returns to his group to find them dismayed. Terrified, they run for their lives as several UFOs chase them home.This is the true story of hope, love, lies and deception, involving officials from the U.S. Government, CIA, NASA, a string of professors, and MUFON.FIND CHILLER QUEEN ONLINE:Website: http://chillerqueenpodcast.comIG: https://instagram.com/chillerqueenpodcastTwitter: https://twitter.com/chillerpodYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUfvD-yYMHrfm6WKnopwopwACCESS PREMIUM CONTENT:Rokfin: https://rokfin.com/chillerqueenpodcast(subscribe for ad free listening/early episode drops)JOIN THE COMMUNITY OF WEIRD:Discord: https://discord.com/invite/GHESH8aaFIND AVERY ONLINE:IG: https://instagram.com/averydopecookTikTok: https://tiktok.com/averydopecookFIND CHRIS ONLINE: IG: http://instagram.com/christopherlentzbledsoeWebsite: http://ufoofgod.comBook: UFO of GodThanks so much for listening. Stay weird my friends, and don't forget to question everything...

The new WRAL Documentary explores the damage caused by massive amounts of toxic chemicals dumped into the Cape Fear River. Watch the documentary here. The post WRAL-TV doc producer Cristin Severance discusses “Forever Chemicals” appeared first on NC Newsline.

A company in North Carolina dumped massive amounts of toxic chemicals into the Cape Fear River for decades, the drinking water supply for hundreds of thousands of people. These "forever chemicals" also contaminated the air and groundwater surrounding the plant. The contamination was first revealed five years ago, but still thousands of people are being forced to use contaminated water today. It's one of the one of the most pivotal contamination stories in the United States and the subject of our newest WRAL Documentary: “Forever Chemicals: North Carolina's Toxic Tap Water" which airs Wednesday, August 23 at 7:30 P.M. In this episode, WRAL Investigative Documentary Reporter Cristin Severance and WRAL Environmental Reporter Liz McLaughlin, who co-reported this documentary together, share their investigation with us.

Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) have been in the news a lot lately, and are a growing concern of water quality around the United States. In this podcast episode, Dr. Larry Cahoon, a professor at UNC Wilmington, speaks about the state of PFAs in the drinking water both locally as well as globally and discusses some of the successes he and the Cape Fear River Watch have seen after litigations with the Chemours facility near Fayetteville, which is responsible for releasing the PFA compounds into the Cape Fear River.

A riveting interview is full of WOWS and unforgettable information and insights! Chris Bledsoe, a deeply religious, after losing everything in the 2007 financial crisis and suffering from a debilitating chronic disease. Fishing along the banks of the Cape Fear River with three co-workers and his teenage son, he walks away from the group and cries out to God in a desperate prayer for help. Suddenly, a UFO appears and saves his life and cures him of his illness. This is the true story of hope, love, lies and deception, involving officials from the CIA, NASA, DIA, a string of professors, and MUFON. Prepare to go on a spiritual journey of awakening and transformation with a visit from the Lady, remote viewing, assassination plot of the Pope, dripping orbs, a burning tree, the Monroe Institute, and healing .... https://ufoofgod.comhttps://www.instagram.com/christopherlentzbledsoehttps://www.audible.ca/pd/UFO-of-God-Audiobook/B0BWSMX6YGhttps://books.apple.com/ca/book/ufo-of-god/id6445641106https://www.amazon.com.be/-/en/dp/B0BT6Y6NLP ________________________________________________ HOST READINGS-CLASSES- www.askhollyhall.com Holly Hall Clairvoyant Life Coach holly@askhollyhall.com https://www.tiktok.com/@askhollyhall *BEST* LINKT.EE/Askhollyhall HERE ALL MY LINKS ARE HERE! My Book- AMAZON 101 Answers from the Universe-https://www.amazon.com/101-Answers-Un... STORE-http://store.askhollyhall.com/ FIND ME hollyhall.substack.com/ www.askhollyhall.com www.amazon.com/101-Answers-Universe-Eyes-Wide-ebook/dp/B084FTW9K9 https://www.tiktok.com/@askhollyhall www.facebook.com/ashollyhall www.youtube.com/c/askhollyhall www.instagram.com/askhollyhall https://www.youtube.com/@hollyhallshow HEAR ME ASK HOLLY HALL CONTENT & PREDICTIONS https://open.spotify.com/show/4d48HelN95i61TNkXfdbvshttps://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/ask-holly-hall/id1503007575https://podcasts.google.com/feedaHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy8xNWE2N2UyMC9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw==https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/3ab43a83-6134-481e-9e2c-5516223b0789/ask-holly-hall ‌ https://iheart.com/podcast/113258404/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/askhollyhall/message

This episode is part of a series The PFAS Puzzle: Lessons From A Contaminated Cape Fear. The forever chemicals were dumped in the North Carolina river for nearly 40 years before being discovered. The series explores how a community responds when it is the epicenter of PFAS pollution.This episode is about regulations.Some of the big questions about PFAS are how industrial facilities have been able to discharge the chemicals and whether regulations like the Clean Water Act are being properly utilized. Those regulatory issues and the situation for the Cape Fear River are discussed in this episode with Elizabeth Biser, Secretary of the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality, and Geoff Gisler, Program Director at the Southern Environmental Law Center. They talk about the requirements for compliance with a consent order and groundbreaking permit for a facility on the Cape Fear. Geoff summarizes the variety of PFAS litigation around the country and direction of the legal fight, while Elizabeth explains the response and approach by state regulators.waterloop is a nonprofit media outlet. Visit waterloop.orgThis series is sponsored by: Black & Veatch, providing end-to-end consulting, engineering, and construction services to address each community's unique PFAS needs. Learn more at bv.com/pfasPFASComms.com, who makes utilities the trusted, go-to-source for PFAS information in the community. Visit pfascomms.comALTRA, a company with the most robust PFAS treatment solution. Visit logistec.com/pfas-solutions/

This week I have two guests. In the first half I am talking to Mike Damante about his book 'Above the Fold and the Fringe: How UAPs Became Mainstream News'.In the second half I am talking to Chris Bledsoe about his book 'UFO of God: The Extraordinary True Story of Chris Bledsoe'.Mike DamanteAbove the Fold and the Fringe: How UAPs Became Mainstream News goes behind the scenes of the infamous New York Times article, and examines the history of UAPs in news media, and explores the significance of the impact these stories can and have had. With interviews from the journalists behind some of the biggest UAP stories like the New York Times Leslie Kean and Ralph Blumenthal, POLITICO's Bryan Bender, KLAS-TV's George Knapp, Popular Mechanics Tim McMillan, and others, learn how the news industry works, and get insight into some of the biggest paranormal stories ever.This book also looks at some of the important figures who have culturally and historically changed the conversation on UAPs for the better with exclusive interviews with Jacques Vallee, Luis Elizondo, Whitley Strieber, Tom DeLonge, William Shatner, Jeffrey Kripal, Colm Kelleher,and military witnesses.Mike Damante is an author, journalist and award-winning educator. He is the author of the 2021 coffee table book “Hey Suburbia: A Guide To The Emo/Pop-Punk Rise.” In 2023, his book “Above the Fold and the Fringe: How UAPs Became Mainstream News” was published. Damante is the author of the non-fiction trilogy of the paranormal “Punk rock and UFOs” series “Punk rock and UFOs: Stranger Than Fiction," “Punk rock and UFOs: True Believers" and "Punk Rock and UFOs: Cryptozoology Meets Anarchy." In 2019 he released his first YA fiction novel “Pumpkin Spice and Nothing Nice.” Damante previously worked for the Houston Chronicle as a copy editor, writer, reporter and web producer, and has interviewed bands and musicians like blink-182, the Descendents, Bad Religion, Taking Back Sunday, Tom DeLonge,/ Angels & Airwaves, Donald Glover, Tegan and Sara, Aerosmith, Alkaline Trio, the Get Up Kids, AFI, B.o.B and countless others. He's covered large events like the X-Games, Warped Tour, Free Press Summerfest, Wizard World Comic Con, San Diego Comic Con, NBA All-Star weekend, and has written for their 29-95, Peep, Guy Stuff, MIKED, and more Hearst blogs. Damante also served as the co-beat writer for the American Hockey League's Houston Aeros during the 2012-2013 season for chron.com. He's interviewed former government officials like Luis Elizondo, Nimitz encounter witnesses Kevin Day and Sean Cahill, New York Times journalists Leslie Kean and Ralph Blumenthal, computer scientist Jacques Vallee, authors Whitley Strieber, Diana Pasulka, Peter Levenda, William Shatner, Tom DeLonge, Professor Jeffrey Kripal, military witnesses of UAP events, and many more big names.He's appeared on the New York Times, USA Today, FOX 26 Houston, Spectrum News Austin, Coast To Coast AM, Den of Geek, Hi My Name Is Mark, the Mike Herrera podcast, and countless other TV, radio and podcast programs.Amazon http://rb.gy/bi6vlhttps://www.punkrockandufos.com/Chris BledsoeChris, a deeply religious family man and successful business owner from North Carolina was on the verge of the unthinkable after losing everything in the 2007 financial crisis and suffering from a debilitating chronic disease. Fishing along the banks of the Cape Fear River with three co-workers and his teenage son, he walks away from the group and cries out to God in a desperate prayer for help. Suddenly, a UFO appears and saves his life and cures him of his illness. Experiencing four hours of missing time, he returns to his group to find them dismayed. Terrified, they run for their lives as several UFOs chase them home.This is the true story of hope, love, lies and deception, involving officials from the U.S. Government, CIA, NASA, a string of professors, and MUFON.Prepare to go on a spiritual journey of awakening and transformation with a visit from the Lady, remote viewing, assassination plot of the Pope, dripping orbs, a burning tree, the Monroe Institute, and healing the son of an elite Washington DC power broker with ties to the IC and the White House. 15 years on, the phenomena still visits the Bledsoe family and affects the lives of people who come in contact with them. To outsiders this can be seen as evil, but those who are willing to be open and accept it, it is a blessing.Are the events that are playing out around the world controlled and shaped by the Phenomena? The U.S. Government says UFOs are real. And millions of people believe GOD is real. So what do we do about UFOs and GOD? Mark 10:27 says, "All things are possible with God." So, UFOs must be interrelated with GOD if holding the scriptures to be true. It would be impossible to have one without the other.BioChris is a UFO experiencer and a strong believer in God. His life, now that his children are grown, is centered around telling his story and understanding why his experiences are increasing. He is passionate about keeping an open mind and engaging those who question who we are and why we are here. Most importantly he's working to understand the consciousness connection with UFOs and how it impacts his faith. Like most of us, he is driven to know the answer to the age-old question, "Are we alone?" Chris lives in North Carolina with his wife, Yvonne, and their two dogs.https://ufoofgod.com/https://www.pastliveshypnosis.co.uk/https://www.patreon.com/alienufopodcast

Chris Bledsoe, a deeply religious family man and successful business owner from North Carolina was on the verge of the unthinkable after losing everything in the 2007 financial crisis and suffering from a debilitating chronic disease. Fishing along the banks of the Cape Fear River with three co-workers and his teenage son, he walks away from the group and cries out to God in a desperate prayer for help. Suddenly, a UFO appears and saves his life and cures him of his illness. Experiencing four hours of missing time, he returns to his group to find them dismayed. Terrified, they run for their lives as several UFOs chase them home.This is the true story of hope, love, lies and deception, involving officials from the CIA, NASA, DIA, a string of professors, and MUFON. Chris is a UFO experiencer and a strong believer in God. He is passionate about keeping an open mind and engaging those who question who we are and why we are here. Most importantly he's working to understand the consciousness connection with UFOs and how it impacts his faith. Like most of us, he is driven to know the answer to the age-old question, “Are we alone?”.

Jacqui Just Chatters has been nominated for the Quill Podcast Award in both the Best Society & Culture category and for Best Podcast of the Year. Thank you so much to those who voted and sent support! You are the best. It is an honor to make it to the finalist level, no matter if I win or not. The Story Share series has been a success so far. I need your opinion for the last theme for the year. You can vote for you favorite them one of three ways.1 – Vote via the post on my FB page Jacqui Lents - Author | Facebook2 – Vote via my post on IG - @JacquiLents3 – Vote via Spotify. Click on the Be Kind to Yourself episode. Scroll down and take the poll. Theme options are Vacations, Moving, Family, Friendship, Life Lessons. Also on this episode are two stories from my recent travels. One is about the little town of Byeville, OH, a woman named Joshlyn Gambeda, and the town's origin. If you want to know more about the town and its festival of Jonathan Byeville Days click on this website.  “Who was Jonathan Bye, really?” | The Guernsey County Historical Society (guernseycountyhistory.com) The second story is about the USS North Carolina. A World War II Battleship, docked on the Cape Fear River. Listen to tales from its bakery and my dad explaining the difference between a boat and a ship. #jacquilents #jacqujustchatters #quillpodcast #quillpodcastaward #storyshare #writer #writers #writerssupportingwriters #writerslife #writerfriends #writersofinstagram #authorsofinstagram #author #authors #authorssupportingauthors #newwriters #subway #smalltown #WW2 #WWII #Ohio #NorthCarolina #CapeFearRiver #travel #travelblog #holiday #vacation #storytelling #story #stories

Are UFOs real? IF so where do they come from? My guest today is Chris Bledsoe. Chris is a deeply religious family man and successful business owner from North Carolina who was on the verge of the unthinkable after losing everything in the 2007 financial crisis and suffering from a debilitating chronic disease. Fishing along the banks of the Cape Fear River with three co-workers and his teenage son, he walks away from the group and cries out to God in desperate prayer for help. Suddenly, a UFO appears and saves his life and cures him of his illness. Experiencing four hours of missing time, he returns to his group to find them dismayed. Terrified, they run for their lives as several UFOs chase them home. Join me as I try on Chris's orthopedic shoes.

This episode is part of a series The PFAS Puzzle: Lessons From A Contaminated Cape Fear. The forever chemicals were dumped in the North Carolina river for nearly 40 years before being discovered. The series explores how a community responds when it is the epicenter of PFAS pollution. This episode is about advocacy.PFAS poses difficult challenges on multiple fronts for environmental advocacy groups. High levels of PFAS in the Cape Fear River meant local advocates had to learn about the complex chemicals and at the same time provide information to concerned community members and take steps to address the pollution. The work and the lessons learned are discussed in this podcast with Dana Sargent, Executive Director of Cape Fear River Watch, and Kemp Burdette, the Cape Fear Riverkeeper. Dana and Kemp also talk about pursuing legal action against state regulators and the industrial polluter, working with the water utility and public health researchers, and advise for advocates dealing with PFAS in other communities. waterloop is a nonprofit media outlet.This series is sponsored by: PFASComms.com, who makes utilities the trusted, go-to-source for PFAS information in the community. Visit pfascomms.comALTRA, a company with the most robust PFAS treatment solution. Visit logistec.com/pfas-solutionsBlack & Veatch, providing end-to-end consulting, engineering, and construction services to address each community's unique PFAS needs. Learn more at bv.com/pfas

Please Support Our Show: Join us on SubstackLove KnotWork Storytelling? Support the show, find the in-depth show notes, and get even more stories on our Substack, Myth Is Medicine.Our StoryThree stories from Turtle Island - from Antigonish in Nova Scotia, Alaska, and the Cape Fear River in North Carolina - speak to expectations of race, ethnicity, and skin color, particularly when it comes to Scottish identity and the Gaelic language. Our GuestDr Michael Newton earned a Ph.D. in Celtic Studies from the University of Edinburgh in 1998 and was an Assistant Professor in the Celtic Studies department of St Francis Xavier University in Nova Scotia. He has written a multitude of books and articles about Gaelic culture and history and is a leading authority on Scottish Gaelic heritage in North America. In 2018, he was recognized with the International award at the annual Scottish Gaelic awards. His most recent book is called Into the Fairy Hill: Classic Folktales of the Scottish Highlands. Read Michael's scholarly articles.Join Michael's online learning community, the Hidden Glen Folk School of Scottish Highland Heritage. Hear Michael's story from season 1 of KnotWork Storytelling, The Man Without a Story.Our ConversationMichael brings together these three stories together because of the way the language and storytelling tradition bring communities together and the way a person of color who speaks the language comes as a surpriseThe Gaelic language spread with the Scottish immigrants and the language was resilient enough to include new populations who didn't look like our expectation of “what a Scottish person looks like.”The imperial nature of the Anglophone world places English as the language of dominance and control. Encounters between different cultures: who is the insider and who is the outsider? Questions of identity, between the Tuatha Dé Dannan and the Fomorians, between the Norse pagans and the nominally Christian GaelsWe're watching people use Scottish identity as a shorthand for white identity, but Gaelic community has always been diverse. The Gaelic tradition is about the language and the culture, not about genetics or surnames. The history of Scottish people being a second class citizen in an Anglo-dominated society - they removed “Mac” from their name, stopped sharing the language with their children. Differences in Scottish and Irish immigration experiences How the academy was created to spread whiteness, Anglo-Saxonness, colonialism and ignores the cultural expression of all others, particularly of the Celtic peoplesYou are a meaningful member of the community when you participate and contribute, not just because of your name and ancestryWhat does heritage mean? What has been submerged? What stories do we wish to tell? What are the underlying psychic wounds related to history and identity?Work with MarisaMarisa offers 1:1 coaching for writers & creative entrepreneurs, as well as 1:1 intuitive tarot sessions called

Chris Bledsoe, a deeply religious family man and successful business owner from North Carolina was on the verge of the unthinkable after losing everything in the 2007 financial crisis and suffering from a debilitating chronic disease. Fishing along the banks of the Cape Fear River with three co-workers and his teenage son, he walks away from the group and cries out to God in a desperate plea for help. Suddenly, a UFO appears and saves his life and cures him of his illness. Experiencing four hours of missing time, he returns to find his group dismayed. Terrified, they run for their lives as several UFOs chase them home.  This is the true story of hope, love, lies and deception, involving officials from the CIA, NASA, DIA, a string of professors, and MUFON. Prepare to go on a spiritual journey of awakening with a visit from the Lady, remote viewing, assassination plot of the Pope, dripping orbs, a burning tree, the Monroe Institute, and healing the son of an elite Washington DC power broker with ties to the IC and the White House. 15 years on, the phenomena still visits the Bledsoe family and affects the lives of people who come in contact with them. To outsiders this can be seen as evil, but to those who are willing to be open and accept it, it is a blessing.   

Nonprofit media outlet waterloop is expanding its coverage of solutions to today's critical water challenges, including features on lessons learned from PFAS pollution in North Carolina's Cape Fear River, options for funding the removal of lead service lines to protect drinking water, and visits with people leading change in disadvantaged communities. In this episode, waterloop founder Travis Loop discusses the expansion and also shares his professional and personal journeys that led to waterloop.waterloop is a nonprofit media outlet helping water leaders to discover solutions and drive change. Visit waterloop.org

In Today's episode, we will get to know the incredible Beck Black! Join us as we discuss her newest projects, the women who inspire her, and get to know her better with our 20 crazy questions! “Beck Black” the brand, is a Hollywood based band formed in 2014. One of her most note worthy releases, is a collaboration with Beatles' drummer, Ringo Starr, for the song "Who's Gonna Save Rock N Roll" in 2020! In addition to Rock n Roll, she is releasing a new solo project entitled “Electric Cowgirl” recorded in Nashville, TN and in Queens, New York City. After the release of “Don't Call Me Darlin”, Beck Black ventured further into her Blues/Country roots as a native of the Cape Fear River region of North Carolina. Besides making music, she has appeared in numerous independent films and TV shows as a SAG/AFTRA actress. Stay tuned for the new single release of “Gotta Get Back To My Baby” with a video filmed in NYC directed by Ms. Black. For more on the latest release and tour www.beckblack.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/crazywomencountry/message

The one, true living and holy God has come to be with his people within a fallen world of death.Every sermon in Leviticus so far has repeated some expression of that main point. Last week we saw that, spiritually speaking, we're all moving in either one of two directions. We're either moving closer to God, toward Eden, OR we're moving away from God, further out into exile — into a “fallen world of death” because that's what this world is. Now, we've said that about this world every week — we've said this is a fallen world of death — but if you don't think it is, you just need to get out more. Now, look, there's all kinds of beauty in this world! The heavens declare the glory of God (Psalm 19:1) — and it's amazing — but if you go where people are, before long you will see brokenness — and usually the more people in one place, the more intense the brokenness.Fallen World of DeathThis makes me think about places like the slums of Dhaka, Bangladesh — one of the most densely populated cities in the world. I don't know what comes to your mind when you think about extreme poverty, but pretty much any image from Dhaka will do. Just Google it. There are 12 million people on top of one another in horrible living conditions where disease and crime and abuse prevail. And there are actually countless places like this across the world in different sizes and degrees — I'm talking about places of obvious despair and misery, even within our own nation. In America, the problem of homelessness and drug addiction has only gotten worse in recent years. Back in 2018 the government said officially that we had an opioid epidemic, and every year since then the number of deaths due to drug overdose have just increased. More people are dying of drug overdose today in our country than at any point in our history. And so looking at this world — whether it's evil that is done or good that is left undone; whether it's violence against one another or disease we can do nothing to stop; whether it's hurt children or broken families; fluke injuries or mental illness; damaged relationships or irreparable bitterness; whether it's homicide, suicide, infanticide, or genocide; whether it's iniquities or transgressions or sins — we live in a fallen world of death. This world is crap.And if you're here this morning, congratulations. Because it means that somehow you have survived another day. We should give God thanks! None of us deserves to be here. We need to know that when we come to the Book of Leviticus. This world is not the way it's supposed to be, and God could have just ended it. God could have justly condemned the entire world because human beings are not entitled to exist. And yet here we are. And here they are, the people of Israel, in Leviticus, called by God to be his own people — a people God has chosen to be with as part of his redemptive plan.Welcome to the Day of AtonementThe holy and living God has made a way to be near his people, through the tabernacle and the priesthood and this newly established levitical system. That's what we've seen so far:How do we live in this world of death but not be acclimated to it?How do we orient our lives that way, facing Eden, moving closer to life with God?That's what Chapters 1–15 have addressed, and now today we come to the culmination of these chapters in Chapter 16, which is all about the Day of Atonement.And so for this sermon, we're gonna just look at three questions all about this day:1) Why did Israel need this day?2) What happened on this day?3) Where is this day pointing?Now let's pray: Father in heaven, by the power of your Holy Spirit, through your ancient words, we ask, do a fresh work of grace in our hearts. Show us your glory, in Jesus's name, amen. 1) Why did Israel need this day?The people of Israel needed the Day of Atonement because they needed atonement. Now the meaning of the word “atonement” is to cover over sin in order to reconcile two parties. In the Bible that means reconciling holy God and sinful man. And what's implied here is the incompatibility between the two. There's a gap — an estrangement — between the holy and living God who is the Creator and sinful, rebellious humans who were created. And atonement is what God does to “take care” of that gap.And Israel needed this atonement because not only were they sinners separated from God, but they were also constantly threatened by this fallen world of death around them. The threat was that this gap between them and God would widen. And in fact it did.See although the people of Israel were instructed to orient their lives away from death, toward Eden — the pull of exile and death never lets up. There was a constant tug on Israel from exile. Or — let me change the metaphor — rather than thinking of exile as a constant pull away from life with God, imagine instead that exile is a flooding ocean encroaching upon life with God.Encroaching Flood WatersA few weeks ago I was down in eastern North Carolina, near the Cape Fear River. The Cape Fear is the largest river system in the state, and it's a tidal river — which means it comes straight from the Atlantic Ocean and it ebbs and flows according to the tide. And that means that when there's a hurricane, this river is notorious for flooding. Basically all the rainfall and wind and waves, together with the high tide, makes the Atlantic Ocean push up and overwhelm the river paths and so for miles and miles it just spills over, and does what floods do. It destroys things. It trashes whatever's around it. And what's crazy is to go places like this and see markers way high up on trees that say things like, “This was the waterline in Hurricane Florence.”And what's especially crazy to me is that when you see a waterline way high up like that you know it didn't get there instantly, but it happened gradually. The rain falls, and the winds blow, and the oceans rage, and little by little the water rises and rises and rises and spills over the banks, and then keeps rising. And that's what this fallen world of death is like. See, God had instituted for the people of Israel a daily system to confess their sins and make atonement and be purified through the priesthood. But then what about the sins that were missed? Of the half million people who were responsible as individuals for keeping up with all of their own sins, and seeking purification for each one, what if somebody forgot one? Not just that, but what about the effects of sin? The sins themselves are one thing, but then there is the pollution that was caused by sin. Sin trashes things. All year long the raging waters of exile and death were pushing up, and the flood waters would rise and encroach upon even the tabernacle itself.The tabernacle is here, and then all around it, outside the camp, is exile and wilderness and death, and it's just raging and rising and threatening. And what does God do about that?Now he could bring judgment, because he's done that before in the flood in Genesis 6. That was God saying, basically, Fine then, I'll start over.He has the authority and power to do that. God could just condemn the whole thing, but instead, God provides a way to clear all that sin and pollution.The Day of Atonement was the day to basically reset everything as purified and made clean. The high priest and his family and the tabernacle itself, and the entire people. It was all cleansed. The pollution inside the camp was put back into order. This was the day when the flood waters were pushed back. Israel needed that. They needed this Day of Atonement.2) What happened on this day?Both a summary of the Day of Atonement, and the process and details for the day are described in Chapter 16. I want us to look at this, but first, let me make one quick note on the terminology: As we've explained the two different parts of the tabernacle, we've used the terms “Holy Place” and “Most Holy Place” — and the Bible talks this way. That's the way Exodus 26 explains it when God gives the instructions for building the tabernacle; that's also the way Hebrews 9 explains it in the New Testament — but, sometimes other terms are used. Sometimes the first part of the tabernacle is called broadly the “tent of meeting” or the “sanctuary.” Sometimes the Most Holy Place or literally “the Holy of Holies” is called the inner sanctuary, or “inside the veil”, or sometimes it's actually just called the Holy Place. And that's the case in Chapter 16. In this chapter, the “tent of meeting” is the broader term used for the first section and the whole tabernacle, and then the Most Holy Place is just called the Holy Place. So heads up as we're reading, when you see “Holy Place” that's referring to the inner holy of holies where the ark of the covenant was.Because, remember, that place is the setting and occasion of Chapter 16. Chapter 16 is continuing the story of Chapter 10. Back in Chapter 10, that's when the two priests — the two sons of Aaron — died in the sanctuary, the first section of the tabernacle. And we infer from Chapter 16 that their main offense was that they had attempted to enter into the Most Holy Place. They were in the first section, and they tried to go into the second, inner section, and Yahweh consumed them with fire. So now in Chapter 16, Yahweh, by his grace, is going to give details on how exactly someone is to enter that most holy place. You can't just go in at any time however you want or you're gonna die, and God doesn't want priests to keep dying, so he gives these details. This is all grace. This is God making a way for atonement to happen. And before he explains the process of atonement, he clarifies the place of atonement. Clarifying the PlaceWhat is actually happening in the inner-most section of the tabernacle, behind the veil, at the ark of the covenant?Well, the ark of the covenant had a lid, a slab of gold, that was called the mercy seat. And this was between the two cherubim on both sides of the ark. And that was the particular place where Yahweh said he would appear here on earth for this people. He says this in Chapter 16 verse 2, “For I will appear in the cloud over the mercy seat.” And this cloud is reminiscent of the pillar of cloud that went before Israel in their exodus from Egypt, and also it reminds us of the smoke at Mount Sinai (Exodus 13:21; 19:9). This is the glory of God appearing in physical, visible space. Another word for this is that this is a “theophany.” That's what it's called when God appears to humans through intense visual contact. That's what God is going to do in the holy of holies, right above the mercy seat of the ark of the covenant. And this is important because, get this: within the Bible's storyline, after the Garden of Eden, in the Old Testament this is the closest human approach to God's presence there is. This is a big deal. And with our imagination we can picture what it was like: God said he would appear in a cloud in verse 3. And then the high priest himself, in verses 12–13, would bring incense to put on the fire, which creates smoke. So this room, the Most Holy Place, was filled with incense smoke to cover the mercy seat and above that was the cloud. So imagine: this little space was full of smoke, and the symbolism was that the high priest was entering the heavenly realm. It's in this world, but it's so not of this world. That's the idea! And that helps us make sense of the process. Understanding the ProcessUnderstandably, you don't treat this place like any other place. Of all the places on the planet, this was where a human would encounter God, and so it required the most stipulated holiness. We see all the details for this beginning in verse 3:It starts with how the high priest must prepare to enter in verses 3–5; then we see an overview of the atonement ceremony in verses 6–10; then in verse 11 we read the details of the ceremony. Then at the end of the chapter, starting in verse 29, we read a summary of the whole day as a statute for Israel going forward.This Day of Atonement took place once a year — on the tenth day of the seventh month — which was a “Sabbath of sabbaths” for Israel. It was the most solemn day of the year. Nobody could work; everyone fasted. And only the high priest could enter the Most Holy Place while nobody else could even be in the tabernacle. And there were all kinds of guidelines for the high priest. He had to take off his extravagant priestly vestments, bathe his body, and then put on simple linen garments. He had to find a bull and a ram for himself and his house, and then two goats and a ram for the people of Israel. And he had specific instructions about what to do with each of these, and in what order. And of these things “we cannot now speak in detail” (Hebrews 9:5), because I do want to focus on one part, verses 15–22.The Real Center That's because verses 15–22 are the center of Chapter 16. And remember, Chapter 16 is the center of Leviticus, and Leviticus is the center of the Pentateuch. Which means, what we're about to see is literally the center of the center of the center of the center. And well what do we find here?! We need a drumroll! We find two goats.We first read an overview of these goats in verses 7–10. In verse 8 we read that there were two goats: one is sacrificed to Yahweh as a sin offering, and the other is sent to Azazel (verse 8 and 10). And what is Azazel? Well, there's a lot of debate on what this word means. Most English translations translate that word as “scapegoat,” but the English Standard Version, which many of us read, transliterates the word “Azazel” — “Azazel” is the actual Hebrew word. And whatever it means exactly, whether it's a place or a thing in the wilderness, the main idea is that it's in the wilderness. It's way outside the camp, in exile. That's where this goat is sent. So again two goats: one sacrificed to Yahweh; the other sent away outside the camp into the wilderness. That's the initial overview, and then verse 15 explains how it works. The high priest had already entered behind the veil with the incense for the smoke, and then he took the blood of bull, which he sprinkled on the mercy seat to make atonement for himself and his house (verse 14).Verse 15 is when the high priest performs the sin offering for the people. He kills the one goat and brings its blood inside the Most Holy Place, and he sprinkles it over the mercy seat and in front of the mercy seat. And by doing this, the high priest is making atonement for the Most Holy Place, and the whole tabernacle, and for all the people of Israel (verse 17).And then the high priest goes out to the courtyard, to the Bronze Altar, and he sprinkles the goat blood mixed with the bull blood on the horns of the alter seven times to the cleanse that (vv. 18–19). This is the way God prescribed atonement. It's the covering — it's how to close the gap between God and his people, and push back the waters. The idea is that purification is happening from the inside-out. From the inner-most section of the tabernacle, the Most Holy Place, to the whole tabernacle, to the altar. The pollution of sin — the floodwaters of a fallen world of death that have been rising — are being pushed back. This blood ritual of the one goat was about cleansing, but remember that's just one part. The second part has to do with the second goat, the live goat.Verse 21 says that Aaron, the high priest, is to take this live goat and lay both his hands on the head of the live goat and confess over it, “all the iniquities of the people of Israel, and all their transgressions, all their sins.” The high priest transfers all that sin to the goat, and verse 22, the goat shall “bear all their iniquities” and then the goat is led outside the camp, in exile, and is banished out in the wilderness. And the symbolism here is that all of these sins are removed.The blood of the one goat cleanses from the defilement of sin, and the exile of the other goat symbolizes the removal of the sins themselves. In both cases, the goats are a substitute for the people, making atonement, bridging the gap, pushing back the flood waters. When Yahweh Proclaimed His NameAnd this is absolutely central to the Pentateuch because it answers the question of how God can justly forgive sin. Sin is real and the effects of sin are real, and God doesn't overlook that. Forgiveness doesn't mean ignoring sin. It means dealing with it righteously. So this is crucial to the heart and character of God!Look at verse 21 again. This is important. Look at that phrase, “all the iniquities of the people of Israel, and all their transgressions, all their sins.” See that? There's only one other place in the Pentateuch where the three words show up together. It's back in Exodus 34, when Yahweh proclaimed his name to Moses. Do y'all remember that? It was another theophany. Yahweh shows Moses his glory. He declared his name. Listen to this, Exodus 34:6, Yahweh passed before [Moses] and proclaimed, “Yahweh, Yahweh, a God merciful and gracious, slow to anger, and abounding in steadfast love and faithfulness, keeping steadfast love for thousands, forgiving iniquity and transgression and sin, but who will by no means clear the guilty" So God says that's who he is! That's his glory! He forgives sin righteously. He forgives iniquity and transgression and sin while also not ignoring the guilty. How?! Leviticus 16 shows us. He transfers the iniquity, transgression, and sin to a substitute. These goats are stand-ins, both as a blood sacrifice for the guilt and as a removal of the sin.That's what happened on the Day of Atonement.3) Where is this day pointing?The entire levitical system required the people of Israel to have faith in Yahweh. The point of the high priest only wearing linen garments, and the point of the Sabbath and the fast, was that the people were surrendering themselves to God. They were humbling themselves, showing their trust in God. Any kind of heartless, faithless repetition of these blood rituals doesn't work, which is why it didn't.We'll skip ahead in the Old Testament storyline a little, but the the tabernacle became the temple, and Israel grew as a nation. The Day of Atonement continued to be observed, but the flood waters also continued to rise, until eventually, because of the people's faithlessness — because of their sin and rebellion and idolatry — the whole thing was under water, and Yahweh removed his glory from the temple (Ezekiel 10:18–19). God's presence left. The people's faithlessness proved the utter failure of the old covenant. And the world as we know it, basically, flooded with the pollution of sin. It seemed as though this fallen world of death had prevailed, but for the promises of God.Because like God had promised to Adam and Eve, and to Abraham, and to Moses, and to David, and the prophets, God, in the fullness of time, sent a Savior into this world. God sent the Messiah, Jesus, his Son, the second person of the Holy Trinity.And do we know what this means?The New Testament makes this clear. Jesus means that the glory of God, the very presence of God that descended in a cloud above the mercy seat, now in Jesus that dwelled within a person. God himself, in all of his glory, became a human like us. See, Jesus is the embodiment of the Most Holy Place and rather than push back the flood waters, he actually stepped into the flood waters. He stepped into this fallen world of death. And the purpose was to make atonement. He came here to be the covering, to be the bridge of the gap, to end the flood waters — not for ethnic, physical Israel, but for everyone who believes in him.Jesus is the Day of Atonement, and we can see his comprehensive fulfillment of that day, as the New Testament Book of Hebrews shows us. Jesus is both our High Priest and he is our substitute. He is the goats.That's what Jesus did when he died on the cross. He was the blameless substitute who died for us. He shed his blood in our place to cleanse us and as our scapegoat, he removed all of our sins. The New Testament writers say over and over again that Jesus bore our sins — which is language from Leviticus 16. All of our iniquities and transgressions and sins were put on him, carried by him, removed by him. He died for us, and he was banished into exile, into the grave, into death itself. But then what happened?On the third day Jesus was raised from the dead. And he ascended into heaven, and when he entered the presence of God, that heavenly Most Holy Place, Jesus entered as our high priest, and he brought not the blood of bulls and goats, but he brought his own blood. He is our High Priest who makes atonement and he is our atoning sacrifice. He is the one who sprinkles the blood, and the blood he sprinkles is his own. And the Book of Hebrews tells us that because of this Jesus secured our eternal redemption.Christian, do you have any idea how forgiven you are?God, who could justly condemn you, has forgiven you — not a little bit, not for a temporary time, but he has forgiven you completely and forever in Jesus Christ.What a Savior! Hallelujah, church, what a Savior! Lord Jesus, we praise you! We honor you! To him who sits on the throne and to the Lamb be blessing and honor and glory and might forever and ever! And all God's people said Amen!The TableAnd now we come to this Table, which is the New Covenant ritual to remember what Jesus has done. This bread represents his body. This cup represents his blood, which was poured out for you.So this morning if you trust in Jesus, if you have put your faith in Jesus and received God's forgiveness, take, eat and drink.

Beth Markesino is the founder of the non-profit North Carolina Stop GenX. North Carolina Stop GenX in Our Waters is a group wanting to stop the contamination of GenX and other harmful chemicals in North Carolina waters. GenX is a Chemours trademark name for a synthetic, short-chain chemical compound. The chemicals are used in products such as food packaging, paints, cleaning products, non-stick coatings, outdoor fabrics, and firefighting foam. In North Carolina, the Chemours Fayetteville plant released GenX compounds into the Cape Fear River, which is a drinking water source for the Wilmington area. With Beth we speak about what got her into this work, what GenX is and where it comes from, environmental racism from corporations, her personal experience with these chemicals, the report she helped with, and how people can protect themselves. Contact and connect with Beth: bethamarkesino@gmail.com North Carolina Stop GenX: https://ncstopgenx.org/ Articles: https://www.nationalacademies.org/news/2022/07/new-report-calls-for-expanded-pfas-testing-for-people-with-history-of-elevated-exposure-offers-advice-for-clinical-treatment

The Fat Guys are sitting down with another life-long flower pro and industry legend this week in the form of Albert Vink!  Albert has been in the industry since a young age and after a quick 10-year hiatus, he is back in the biz, selling beautiful USA-grown flowers for Castle Hayne Farms.  Castle Hayne Farms is a grower and shipper of premium fresh-cut Carolina-grown flowers located near the Cape Fear River delta in coastal southeast North Carolina, best known for their amazing Dutch Iris! What is really special to us about Albert is that he spent his early career working closely with the earlier generations of the Black family, and was a good friend of young Michael Black.  Listen in as the stories and memories unfold.  We get a lot of Albert's favorite stories, his ups and downs in a lifetime of flowers, and a very special introduction to "Irene Geinsberg." We really enjoyed this episode, and we think you will too!  Stay tuned after the episode to hear us answer today's email question. Submit your comments, questions and guest requestsby email to 2FatGuys@JetFreshFlowers.com

This show aired on Thursday, July 21th, 2022 on 107.9 and 980 The WAAV in Wilmington, NC. Guests include Donna King. Biden on Climate Change, The West Bank of the Cape Fear River, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jesse Starcher, Robert Cooper and Mark Radulich present their Alestorm Seventh Rum of a Seventh Rum Review! Seventh Rum of a Seventh Rum is the seventh studio album by Scottish heavy metal band Alestorm. It was released on 24 June 2022 via Napalm Records. The album title is a reference to Iron Maiden's 1988 album Seventh Son of a Seventh Son. The album was produced by the band's long-time producer Lasse Lammert. It was preceded by four singles: "Magellan's Expedition", "P.A.R.T.Y.", "The Battle of Cape Fear River", and "Seventh Rum of a Seventh Rum". Check us out on the player of your choice https://linktr.ee/markkind76 Mark Radulich and his wacky podcast on all the things: https://linktr.ee/markkind76 also snapchat: markkind76 FB Messenger: Mark Radulich LCSW Tiktok: @markradulich twitter: @MarkRadulich

Jesse Starcher, Robert Cooper and Mark Radulich present their Alestorm Seventh Rum of a Seventh Rum Review! Seventh Rum of a Seventh Rum is the seventh studio album by Scottish heavy metal band Alestorm. It was released on 24 June 2022 via Napalm Records. The album title is a reference to Iron Maiden's 1988 album Seventh Son of a Seventh Son. The album was produced by the band's long-time producer Lasse Lammert. It was preceded by four singles: "Magellan's Expedition", "P.A.R.T.Y.", "The Battle of Cape Fear River", and "Seventh Rum of a Seventh Rum". Check us out on the player of your choice https://linktr.ee/markkind76 Mark Radulich and his wacky podcast on all the things: https://linktr.ee/markkind76 also snapchat: markkind76 FB Messenger: Mark Radulich LCSW Tiktok: @markradulich twitter: @MarkRadulich

From the early days of rice plantations to its time as an industrial zone for Wilmington's naval stores industry, Eagles Island, which with Point Peter makes up the "west bank" of the Cape Fear River across from downtown, has nearly three centuries of history that parallel that of the Port City. As Wilmington decides whether to bring development back to the west bank, we take a look at the history of the area, including its dark associations with slavery. 

The public has asked for over a decade to see Ryan's older brother, Chris Jr., tell his experiences following his appearance on the Discovery Channel. This week, for the first time since the documentary, Chris Jr. tells his story from the initial Cape Fear River sighting in 2007. This episode is dedicated whole heartedly to Chris Jr., and we hope after watching it you will begin to shift your perception of experiencers.

Scientists out of Duke University have learned that fish in the Lower Cape Fear River are more contaminated than previously thought, and fish consumption advisories have been dangerously outdated. They've also learned that the people who fish from the river are not necessarily doing it for sport. Duke researchers found that people who catch fish from the Cape Fear River often consume the fish and share it with others.

EPISODE #651 PROFESSOR PARANORMAL Richard speaks with a retired university professor, educator and long-time researcher of the paranormal. He'll discuss some of his numerous investigations, including a haunted house in West Virginia, the Edinburgh underground, The Battleship U.S. North Carolina, and more. ​GUEST: Dr. Alvin Proffit is a retired professor at Appalachian State University. In his free time he uses his skills as a researcher to study the paranormal. He serves as a Research Affiliate with League of Energy Materialization and Unexplained Research phenomena (LEMUR). He also serves as guest host for Asheville's number one rated Saturday night talk show, Speaking of Strange with Joshua P. Warren and often does live reports from actual investigations of haunted locations throughout the United States. He is a certified ghost researcher by the International Ghost Hunter's Society and has researched ghostly phenomena from the Hawaiian Island of Oahu to the Cape Fear River on the east coast of North Carolina to the Ocala National Forest in central Florida. While he enjoys the thrill of an investigation his main focus is to help those being haunted. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Life Change and Formula 13 Teas All Organic, No Caffeine, Non GMO!  More Energy!  Order now, use the code 'unlimited' to save 10% on all non-SALE items, PLUS... ALL your purchases ships for free!!!   C60EVO -The Secret is out about this powerful anti-oxidant. The Purest C60 available is ESS60.  Buy Direct from the Source.  Buy Now and Save 10% – Use Coupon Code: EVRS at Checkout!   Strange Planet Shop - If you're a fan of the radio show and the podcast, why not show it off?  Greats T-shirts, sweatshirts, mugs, and more.  It's a Strange Planet - Dress For It! BECOME A PREMIUM SUBSCRIBER FOR LESS THAN $2 PER MONTH If you're a fan of this podcast, I hope you'll consider becoming a Premium Subscriber.  For just $1.99 per month, subscribers to my Conspiracy Unlimited Plus gain access to two exclusive, commercial-free episodes per month. They also gain access to my back catalog of episodes. The most recent 30 episodes of Conspiracy Unlimited will remain available for free.  Stream all episodes and Premium content on your mobile device by getting the FREE Conspiracy Unlimited APP for both IOS and Android devices... Available at the App Store and Google Play.

On January 8th 2007, Chris Bledsoe Sr, came face to face with entities and had missing time. This happened on the banks of the Cape Fear River in North Carolina. His son son Chris Jr. and three of his subcontractors where nearby and all experienced an array of unexplained phenomena, leading them to believe this was the end of the world. In 2012 Chris had a vision and a prophetic message on from a being he refers to as "The Lady." In this episode he describes how he was allowed to pilot the craft. As with others who have done it he described putting his hand of a dome and becoming ONE with the craft which he sensed was alive. From that point on he was able to maneuver and fly the craft with thought alone. In later Paranormal UFO Consciousness Podcast we will look at his interpretation of what the being actually are, and this fits with what many others are saying. Wordpress Site https://wordpress.com/page/paranormalufoconsciousnesspodcast.wordpress.com/home Grant Cameron Books: https://itsallconnected.weebly.com/books.html?fbclid=IwAR0BaXQAUchl_3Whbfd29ss3B3fo3yir-kqj5skvMIc9IwZNoWWTpK13tvM YouTube Interviews : https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2-HvGdV4xou1Q0G1Ks1_NQ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Paranormal-UFO-Consciousness-Podcast-105987311573219 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/presidentialufo Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whitehouseufo/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/GrantCameron

In this episode I take you to the colonial ruins of Brunswick Town, a major settlement on the Cape Fear River that was literally burned into history. This historic location has a bonus too. When the civil war broke out, Confederate troops built a fort right on top of the old settlement, so you get two sites for the price of one! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nceverything/support

After riding the waves in SoCal in the last episode, Sean and Cody set out to navigate the swamps of the South and deconstruct the putrefying secrets that molder in North Carolina's Cape Fear River. In this 1991 thriller by Martin Scorsese, a remake of a 1962 film noir, convicted rapist Max Cady (Robert DeNiro) has a burr up his bum about the crap job that his former lawyer Sam (Nick Nolte) did of defending him decades before. After stalking Sam and his family, poisoning their pooch and babbling metaphysical nonsense to their rebellious teenage daughter Danielle (Juliette Lewis), Max follows the clan to their hideout on the Cape Fear River, setting up a showdown that tests the limits of cinematic credulity and practical special effects. Environmental issues discussed include slavery-era agriculture and its legacies, the interactions of birds and humans, the post-World War II “New South” and more. Why did scaring birds away become an economic necessity in antebellum North Carolina, and why were they still trying it nearly a century later? What's a “whirligig”? Who was Edward Kalmbach and why was he trying to blow stuff up? What is the Law of Negligent Compounding Peril? How did Juliette Lewis get into Scientology? Did Robert DeNiro really ruin his teeth on purpose to play this role? How do you know a Mafia law firm when you encounter one? Why do the characters quote the wrong legal statutes to one another? Didn't anyone check with a real lawyer first? What's the stupidest argument made by climate change deniers? Which of our hosts never wants to see this film again? All these questions and more come bubbling to the surface. Come out, come out, wherever you are for this terrifying episode of Green Screen. CONTENT WARNING: This episode contains discussion of sexual assault.  Cape Fear (1991) at IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0101540/ Cape Fear (1991) at Letterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/film/cape-fear-1991/ Next Movie Up: All That Heaven Allows (1955) Website For This Episode

Welcome to Happy Hour with your hosts, Eliza Knight, Madeline Martin and Lori Ann Bailey. Go on a behind the scenes tour of our annual writing retreat while we share fun facts about historical hygiene, our retreat, and one of our favorite wines.Have history, book or wine question you want us to answer in a future show?Email us! historybooksandwine@gmail.comWe paired episode thirteen with these wines:Undivided, Pinot Noir: This is a fruit forward Pinot Noir that retains a complex palate. Elegant notes of small red fruit combine with hints of spice and smooth vanilla.Canvas, Cabernet Sauvignon: Our Canvas California Cabernet Sauvignon offers aromas of cedar and tobacco that complement the lush textures and rich dark fruit flavors found on the palate. Subtle hints of oak and spice, married with lively tannins.We we read this week:Before She Knew Him by Peter Swanson: https://amzn.to/2VXyZ5aOur books (available online where books are sold!):Lori's new release -- Highland Salvation: https://amzn.to/2Ula385 Eliza's The Highlander's Secret Vow: https://amzn.to/2PSbZPRMadeline's A Warrior's Heart: https://amzn.to/2WOXlLg Learn more about what we chatted about:Follow us at #HistRomRun to see our progress as we train for the Disney Princess Half Marathon.Great body products and custom gifts - Handmade by TnT: https://www.handmadebytnt.com Our Websites -- find our links to social media on our websites and sign up for our newsletters!Lori Ann BaileyEliza KnightMadeline MartinFollow History, Books and Wine on Social Media!We will be posting pictures all week from the places we're talking about in the podcast!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HistoryBooksandWineTwitter: @HistoryBksWineInstagram: @HistoryBksWineStay tuned for our next shows!May 16th: Eliza Knight shares the history of various alcoholic spirits.May 23rd: Madeline Martin chats about the evolution of beer.May 30th: Lori Ann Bailey explores the origins of whiskey.May 9th: Next Happy Hour! All three of us dive into our favorite libation... WINE.Support the show!https://www.patreon.com/historybooksandwineSupport the show

Join Capt Rennie Clark as he gives tips on how to winterize your boat.  He also talks about what is biting in Southeastern, NC.  As the end of a very rainy and unstable year of weather Capt Ren gives a current assessment of the Cape Fear River and the Striper Bite in the Wilmington, NC area.

Join Capt Rennie Clark and Will Lear as they interview the Owners/Inventors of Eye Strike Fishing Jigheads.  Capt Ralph Phillips and Dave Fladd talk about how the idea came about and the science behind the eye colors.   They also tell the audience their fishing backgrounds and applications for their product.  Eye Strike Fishing jigheads stand out as compared to other jigheads on the market due to their large eyes.  Dave talks about what colors fish see best due to scientific research and testing.   Ralph talks about fishing all over the Carolinas and gives us a perspective of the Cape Fear River and other fisheries from the 1960s to today.   Eye Strike fishing is a partner with the Inshore Journal and you can order their products through: www.EyeStrikeFishing.com and use DISCOUNT CODE: inshorejournal for an additional 10% discount on your order.

Join Capt Rennie Clark and Will Lear as they discuss fishing for Redfish on the flats and catching stripers on the Cape Fear River.  Capt Ren shares what he has been seeing on the flats lately.  

Join Capt Rennie Clark and Will Lear as they discuss a recent fishing trip to Louisiana.  Also, the Inshore Journal food critics discuss the local cuisine they enjoyed in cajun country.  This episode includes a wrap up of Striperfest 2018 held downtown Wilmington, NC on the Cape Fear River.  After the week long cold spell that froze the south in Jan, Capt Ren and Will talk about the effects on the fishery in NC and beyond.

Episode 8 of The Dirt features an interview with three young activists who are petitioning the state to adopt rules curbing carbon emissions in North Carolina. Host Brian Powell talks with environmental journalist Adam Wagner about the latest developments in GenX contamination in the Cape Fear River and elsewhere. And environmental reporter Lisa Sorg and Upper Neuse Riverkeeper Matthew Starr join the show to discuss climate change, GenX, the critically imperiled Neuse waterdog and what environmental fights lie ahead for 2018.