Podcasts about Carolinas

Send us Fan MailLila Kilby is the Equestrian Director at Balsam Mountain Preserve, a 4,400-acre private residential community in Sylva, North Carolina, set amid the Blue Ridge and Great Smoky Mountains. A Greenville, South Carolina native, Lila was bitten by the horse bug at age six on the back of a gentle Tennessee Walker named Sonny, and she never looked back. She earned her B.S. in Animal Science from Clemson University in 2016, then spent that year's show season working for a hunter/jumper veterinarian, traveling to circuits in Chicago, Traverse City, and Tryon.At Balsam Mountain, Lila oversees a growing equestrian program that includes the care of a dozen horses, boarding, lessons, guided trail rides across more than 40 miles of mountain trails, and a full calendar of horse-related community events. She's known for her passion, her warm sense of humor, and her ever-present barn dog and unofficial mascot, Goose.Balsam Mountain Preserve is a private, resort-style residential community set on roughly 4,400 acres high in the Blue Ridge Mountains near Sylva, North Carolina, surrounded by the Blue Ridge and Great Smoky Mountains. Built around a philosophy of low-density living and land conservation, the Preserve pairs breathtaking mountain scenery with a close-knit community spirit and a genuine commitment to preserving its natural landscape.Residents enjoy an exceptional range of amenities, including an 18-hole championship mountain golf course, a full equestrian center, dining at The Summit House and The Mine Tavern, and more than 40 miles of well-maintained trails winding through peaks, valleys, and forests. The equestrian program, led by Equestrian Director Lila Kilby, offers boarding, lessons, and guided trail rides, and continues to grow with recently completed facilities that complement the community's original 14-stall barn.With its blend of outdoor adventure, refined amenities, and mild mountain summers, Balsam Mountain Preserve stands out as one of the most desirable communities in the Carolinas for individuals and families seeking a life immersed in nature.theplaidhorse.comThank you so much for joining us today on the Plaidcast. This podcast is a labor of love, and every single episode exists because of this incredible community of riders, trainers, barn managers, parents, and horse lovers who show up in the barn, in the ring, and right here with us.At The Plaid Horse, our commitment goes far beyond the show ring. We believe deeply in the power of literacy and education and that every rider, at every level, deserves access to knowledge, stories, and ideas that make them a better horseperson and a better human being. Reading matters. Learning matters. And the stories we tell each other in this sport matter more than we sometimes realize.Whether you are a junior rider picking up your first copy of The Plaid Horse  Magazine, a professional trainer looking for inspiration, or someone who simply loves horses and everything this world stands for then this community is for you. You belong here.We build this together. Every article, every episode, every conversation is an opportunity to learn something new, to feel less alone in the challenges of this sport, and to be reminded of why we fell in love with horses in the first place.Until next time, keep reading, keep learning, keep riding, and remember that the horse world is better when we build it together. I will see you at the ring!

Have you ever had a single conversation completely change the way you think about money, work, and what's possible for your future? Most professionals assume building wealth through real estate requires starting early, having perfect market timing, or making zero mistakes along the way. In this episode, I sit down with Traci Capraro, a tech sales leader, single mom of two, and founder of Take a TraCation. We're unpacking how one unexpected tax appointment with her CPA became the catalyst for buying her first oceanfront beach condo, building a geographically diversified portfolio, and scaling a thriving co-hosting business across the Carolinas.We talk about:Transforming a tax obligation into real estate equity after her CPA gave her a wake-up call, leading to her first short-term rental purchase in Murrells Inlet, South Carolina.Navigating the messy realities of a "failed BRRRR," from managing high interest rates and HOA assessments to learning how to evaluate properties based on strict data rather than emotion.Mitigating coastal seasonality by intentionally diversifying into the mountains of North Carolina, successfully refinancing a college-town cabin within twelve months to fund further growth.Converting personal project documentation on social media into a co-hosting business, deploying a robust tech stack—including management platforms, PriceLabs, and Turno—to deliver five-star guest experiences.Re-engineering personal mindset through podcasts, books, and focused goal-setting, creating a resilient business model that models financial independence and entrepreneurship for her teenage sons.Traci pulls back the curtain on the day-to-day realities of balancing a demanding tech career with active real estate investing and co-hosting. You'll hear how she navigated difficult client conversations, established firm vendor standards, and built a diversified portfolio that smooths out year-round cash flow while protecting her Superhost status and her sanity.If you're wondering if it's too late to start investing, how to bounce forward after early missteps, or how to build a business that leaves a lasting legacy for your family, this conversation is your blueprint. Get ready to learn how to drop perfectionism and start leading your life and business with intention.HIGHLIGHTS AND KEY POINTS:[00:46] A short introduction about our guest Traci Capraro and how a career in tech sales and single motherhood led her to build a growing co-hosting business[02:16] Traci's tax surprise turns a tech career into a real estate investment journey across beach and mountain markets [04:57] How a simple conversation with Traci's CPA opened her eyes to the possibilities of real estate investing and completely changed the direction of her financial future[07:35] Traci reveals how choosing lifestyle-driven investments helped her build a diversified short-term rental portfolio[09:07] Traci shares the lessons she learned from her first real estate investment, which she describes as a failed BRRRR project[13:56] How Traci's first short-term rental and the right systems opened the door to her first co-hosting client[17:10] Traci opens up about the doubts and challenges that come with building a business, admitting that moments of uncertainty still happen—even as she continues to grow [20:12] Why choosing the right co-hosting clients has become essential to protecting Traci's business and reputation[23:35] Traci highlights why strong cleaning systems, communication, and backup plans are critical to delivering a consistent guest experience[27:28] Traci reflects on how real estate investing and entrepreneurship transformed her mindset around wealth and what's possible[29:55] Traci shares how personal growth, positive influences, and involving her children have shaped her entrepreneurial journey[36:39] The lightning round Golden Nuggets:“Having a diversified portfolio is a way to protect ourselves from risk.”“One of the smartest things I ever did was invest in a coaching program because that coaching program taught me how to create the foundation, technology, and operations.”“If I had to start over again, I would do co-hosting in a heartbeat.”“Pumpkin planning is you pulling clients out of your business that are no longer a fit that may be costing you effort, energy, resources, so that you can go and find a right fit client for you.”“Look in the mirror and be your biggest cheerleader instead of your biggest critic.”Let's Connect: Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/takeatracation/Website : https://takeatracation.com/Enjoyed the show? Subscribe, Rate, Review, Like, and Share!

A Trump Jr.-backed investment firm is making a major bet on Sun Belt real estate. 1789 Capital has closed a $1.2 billion fund that could support more than $8 billion in total real estate investment across Florida, Texas, Tennessee, Georgia and the Carolinas. Kathy Fettke breaks down where the money is headed, why multifamily housing is a key target, and why CBRE is also warning that some Sun Belt apartment markets are still dealing with excess supply and greater sensitivity to job-market changes.   Get your FREE PDF! Find what markets RealWealth investors are finding success in at www.Realwealth.com/TopCities.   Source: https://www.bisnow.com/news/national/capital-markets/trump-jr-backed-firm-targeting-8b-sun-belt-real-estate https://www.cbre.com/insights/books/us-real-estate-market-outlook-midyear-review-2026

Andrew Cushman is based in Southern California, but invests mostly in the South Eastern states. On today's show we are talking about the distress in the market and what is driving the distress. Portfolios in secondary markets in states like Georgia and the Carolinas are seeing high occupancy and rent growth.To connect with Andrew visit https://www.vpacq.com/--------------**Real Estate Espresso Podcast:** Spotify: [The Real Estate Espresso Podcast](https://open.spotify.com/show/3GvtwRmTq4r3es8cbw8jW0?si=c75ea506a6694ef1)   iTunes: [The Real Estate Espresso Podcast](https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-real-estate-espresso-podcast/id1340482613)   Website: [www.victorjm.com](http://www.victorjm.com)   LinkedIn: [Victor Menasce](http://www.linkedin.com/in/vmenasce)   YouTube: [The Real Estate Espresso Podcast](http://www.youtube.com/@victorjmenasce6734)   Facebook: [www.facebook.com/realestateespresso](http://www.facebook.com/realestateespresso)   Email: [podcast@victorjm.com](mailto:podcast@victorjm.com)  **Y Street Capital:** Website: [www.ystreetcapital.com](http://www.ystreetcapital.com)   Facebook: [www.facebook.com/YStreetCapital](https://www.facebook.com/YStreetCapital)   Instagram: [@ystreetcapital](http://www.instagram.com/ystreetcapital)  

What does it take to be the Bologna BBQ Champion? And why are the Bright Leaf hot dogs red? Carolina Packers' Justin Raymond joins The Low & Slow Barbecue Show with all the details on that second annual Bright Lead Bologna BBQ Championship on Sept. 19 in Selma, NC. Listen to find out how the event started, what competitors can expect, the PRIZES, the judging process and this year's new additions. (Spoiler: anything goes as long as it uses Bright Leaf or Curtis bologna provided by Carolina Packers!) Learn how the family-owned Carolina Packers business and Bright Leaf brand began in 1941 and the diverse products the business still brings to markets throughout the Carolinas. Don't miss the story behind the red color of the Bright Leaf hot dog, plus advice for the best way to dress your Bright Leaf hot dog.  The Low & Slow Barbecue Show 2026 season is sponsored by Carolina BBQ Festival, which invites you to celebrate local barbecue summer 2026 today when you visit a locally owned barbecue business. Find a list of local pitmasters here! Visit The Low & Slow Barbecue Show website here!  

Daimler — maker of the Freightliner truck — is pulling its manufacturing plant out of Portland, Oregon and relocating to North and South Carolina, taking 375 union jobs with it. It's the kind of headline that barely registers surprise anymore: another major employer quietly exits a city that keeps making itself uncompetitive.Portland Mayor Keith Wilson now presides over a business climate that is steadily hollowing out the city's industrial base. High taxes, an openly hostile regulatory posture, and years of political instability have produced an exodus that no amount of press releases can paper over. Daimler isn't alone — the Carolinas didn't recruit these jobs because they're better at manufacturing. They won them because Oregon kept losing them.For the 375 workers at that plant, this isn't an abstraction. These are skilled manufacturing jobs — the kind that anchor families, neighborhoods, and local economies. When a Freightliner plant closes, the ripple hits suppliers, small businesses, and the tax base that funds the schools. Portland's governing class will move on to the next agenda item. The workers won't.Actions have consequences. Subscribe to @reasonablenews for daily news commentary that doesn't pretend otherwise.#NFRP #Portland #KeithWilsonGO PREMIUM WITH REASONABLE+ FOR UNCENSORED ACCESS

Former Providence Day, UNC and NBA star Antawn Jamison kicks off season 4 of "Sports Legends of the Carolinas." Jamison was a star at Providence High School in Charlotte, became the national player of the year in 1998 at the University of North Carolina, and then had a 16 year NBA career, where he scored more than 20,000 points and played with NBA superstars such as Kobe Bryant, Dirk Nowitzki, Shaquille O'Neal and LeBron James. In this conversation, he talks about life after basketball, helping UNC identify Michael Malone as their new basketball coach, a legendary pick-up game at UNC against Michael Jordan and his all-time NBA and Carolina starting five. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As summer continues in the Carolinas, Charles Jenkins joins the Carolina Outdoors to discuss boating and safety tips. Learn about boating laws, tips, and the biggest cause of boating accidents. Charles also shares about his work as a Certified Travel Consultant for the state of North Carolina and their welcome centers and rest areas. More Liner Notes and information are available online at Jesse Brown's

Did you know that North Carolina is the #4 state in the U.S. for boating? As summer continues in the Carolinas, Charles Jenkin joins the Carolina Outdoors to discuss boating, safety tips, and more. More Liner Notes and information are available online at Jesse Brown's

As summer continues in the Carolinas, Charles Jenkin joins the Carolina Outdoors to discuss boating, safety tips, and more. In this part, hear about boat etiquette as we wrap up this week’s episode. More Liner Notes and information are available online at Jesse Brown's

It's been unbearably hot for many weeks here in the Carolinas. Across the country, we are experiencing record heat waves, and even our homes might not be cooling down as much as we'd like. My second floor has been a steady 78 to 82 degrees! Our indoor cats are affected, too, especially when it is both hot and humid. I have noticed some obvious changes in how my indoor cats act: •Drinking more water •Eating less •Sleeping more •Lying on top of the A/C floor vents (No wonder I'm still hot!) Although a cat's normal body temperature is higher than ours, averaging around 102 degrees, they still feel the effects of the heat. What are the risks to cats that become overheated, and what can we do to help them enjoy these balmy days more comfortably? My favorite veterinarian, Dr. Kelly Cairns, is here to help our felines stay cool and comfortable all summer long.EPISODE NOTES: Giving Our Cats Relief from the Heat, with Dr. Kelly CairnsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/19-cats-and-counting-on-pet-life-radio-petliferadio-com--6667858/support.

Strange Tales from Appalachia and the Carolinas and Beyond - Tattooed Biker, from the YouTube channel Tattooed Biker Unexplained, joins Steve Stockton to talk about all manner of weirdness in North Carolina and beyond. Tattooed Biker's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@tattooedbikerunexplainedBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/missing-persons-mysteries--5624803/support.

This episode covers thunderstorms, heat, humidity, and a cold front across the forecast area. Areas discussed include New York, Northeast, New England, Virginia, the Carolinas, Florida, Kentucky, and Ohio. Temperatures referenced in this forecast: near 70, near 90, and upper 80s. The Airport Hub Outlook covers Charlotte for travelers watching for delays. Forecast by Steve Pellettiere, Certified Consulting Meteorologist and Certified Broadcast Meteorologist, with 50 years of experience forecasting the Northeast and beyond. Topics: New York weather, Northeast weather, New England weather, Virginia weather, Carolinas weather, thunderstorms forecast, heat forecast, humidity forecast. The Weatherman Podcast with Steve Pellettiere, Certified Consulting and Broadcast Meteorologist. I talk about weather!

Skip Norris is the President of The Building Center, one of the largest privately held lumber and building products companies in the United States. The company was founded in Charlotte in 1977 by his father, Ed Norris. And what started as a single building supply operation has grown into a vertically integrated powerhouse with lumberyards, truss plants, custom millwork operations, and door shops all across the Carolinas. We’re talking over 400 employees, a fleet of trucks that’s the largest in the Carolinas, and more than a dozen locations stretching from Boone all the way down to the South Carolina coast. What makes this story especially interesting is how Skip has grown a business that his father built while keeping the values that made it worth growing in the first place. Skip, welcome to the BrandBuilders Podcast.

In this episode of the Carolina Weather Group, the panel breaks down recent extreme weather events across North Carolina and the Southeast.

Trilogy Outdoors Radio Show airs weekly on WGTR The Gator 107.9 in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. The longest running outdoors radio show in South Carolina. The show includes host Capt. E(Englis Glover), Capt Fred Rourk, Tony (The Bassmaster) Carter, Chef Richard Florczack, and more. The topics have become anything pertaining to Fins, Fur, & Feathers in the Carolinas and beyond. Long Time Sponor's include Marshall's Marine, Key West Boats, Inlet Rocks Bait & Tackle, JR's Trailers, TOWBOAT US Grand Strand, Pawleys Island Outdoors, Palmetto State Armory, and more Join them from 8am to 10am every Saturday from the Smashweer Studio presented by Sonic. They will normally be recoridng in theier Pond Road Storage Studio during the week or they may be on location or out on Capt E;s 230 Key West Boats Bay Reef. Enjoy and vist www.trilogyoutdoorsmedia.com for more info. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/trilogy-outdoors--5441492/support.

Join hosts Rick Hogg of War HOGG Tactical and Mark Kelley of Kelley Defense on the On The Range Podcast for an exclusive episode recorded while attending CanCon Carolinas—the world's largest fully suppressed range day. Special guests from Foundation Cigars sit down with the hosts for a unique crossover conversation blending premium Nicaraguan cigars, craftsmanship, and the warrior ethos of firearms training, suppressors, and personal readiness. In this episode of the On The Range Podcast, lifelong friends and combat veterans Rick Hogg (U.S. Army Special Operations) and Mark Kelley (U.S. Army combat veteran and longtime law enforcement officer) share insights from the CanCon Carolinas event at the Clinton House Shooting Complex while welcoming the team behind award-winning boutique cigars like The Tabernacle, Wise Man, and Olmec. Perfect for fans of tactical training, suppressed shooting, premium cigars, leadership, and becoming 1% better every day. Subscribe for more episodes on firearms training, gear reviews, mindset, and industry guests. Become a CREW member for exclusive content. https://www.otrcrew.com/ Key links: On The Range Podcast: https://www.ontherangepodcast.com/ Rick Hogg / War HOGG Tactical: https://www.warhogg.com/ Mark Kelley / Kelley Defense: https://www.kelleydefense.com/ Foundation Cigars: https://foundationcigarcompany.com/ CanCon Carolinas / CANCON Event: https://canconevent.com/ Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, and wherever you get your podcasts.   SEO keywords included: On The Range Podcast, Rick Hogg, Mark Kelley, Foundation Cigars, CanCon Carolinas, premium cigars, suppressors, suppressed range day, tactical training, War HOGG Tactical, Kelley Defense, Nicaraguan cigars, firearms podcast, combat veterans.

Merriam-Webster's Word of the Day for August 3, 2026 is: mitigate • MIT-uh-gayt • verb To mitigate something is to make it less severe, harmful, or painful. // One way we can mitigate the impact the construction project will have on residents is to commit to completing it in the allotted time. See the entry > Examples: “The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) issued an emergency order to mitigate blackouts in the Carolinas as the region prepares for a period of hot weather coming up.” — Dave Kovaleski, Daily Energy Insider, 15 June 2026 Did you know? The meaning of mitigate is straightforward enough: to make something—such as a problem, symptom, or punishment—less harsh or severe. Sometimes, however, mitigate appears where the similar-looking militate is expected. That word, which is often followed by against, means “to have weight or effect,” as in “your unexcused absences are likely to militate against your getting a promotion.” The two words are not closely related (mitigate comes from the Latin verb mitigare, meaning “to soften,” whereas militate traces to militare, meaning “to engage in warfare”), but confusion between the two has existed for long enough that some language experts accept “mitigate against” as an idiomatic alternative to militate. Even William Faulkner used mitigate in this way in his 1932 short story, Centaur in Brass, writing “It's as though there were some intangible and invisible social force that mitigates against him.” But unless you're Faulkner, it's best to keep mitigate and militate distinct.

In this episode, we kick things off with a massive equipment theft bust as law enforcement officers across the Carolinas recovered ⁠thirteen semi-trucks, three trailers, and two motor vehicles worth over one million dollars⁠ during an ongoing Florence County investigation. Two North Carolina men face grand larceny and conspiracy charges for allegedly stealing nine commercial motor vehicles between November 2022 and October 2025, with the eighteen-vehicle recovery highlighting the critical importance of fast reporting and secure parking controls. Next, we explore the less-than-truckload sector where ⁠XPO delivered record-breaking second-quarter results that crushed Wall Street expectations⁠ with adjusted earnings per share of one dollar and seventy cents. The Greenwich-based carrier's LTL unit posted a seventy-nine point nine percent adjusted operating ratio, three hundred basis points better year-over-year, with management declaring the industry is still in the early innings of a multiyear double-digit rate growth cycle. Finally, we cover how ⁠Saia's softer full-year margin outlook sent shares tumbling twelve percent⁠ in midday trading Thursday despite delivering better-than-expected quarterly earnings. The Johns Creek carrier now expects to hit the lower end of its guidance range, with the addition of thirty-three new service centers since 2022 dragging on margins as these fresh facilities still trail the legacy network with operating ratios in the low-ninety percent range. ⁠Follow the FreightWaves Today Podcast⁠ ⁠Other FreightWaves Shows⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we kick things off with a massive equipment theft bust as law enforcement officers across the Carolinas recovered thirteen semi-trucks, three trailers, and two motor vehicles worth over one million dollars during an ongoing Florence County investigation. Two North Carolina men face grand larceny and conspiracy charges for allegedly stealing nine commercial motor vehicles between November 2022 and October 2025, with the eighteen-vehicle recovery highlighting the critical importance of fast reporting and secure parking controls. Next, we explore the less-than-truckload sector where XPO delivered record-breaking second-quarter results that crushed Wall Street expectations with adjusted earnings per share of one dollar and seventy cents. The Greenwich-based carrier's LTL unit posted a seventy-nine point nine percent adjusted operating ratio, three hundred basis points better year-over-year, with management declaring the industry is still in the early innings of a multiyear double-digit rate growth cycle. Finally, we cover how Saia's softer full-year margin outlook sent shares tumbling twelve percent in midday trading Thursday despite delivering better-than-expected quarterly earnings. The Johns Creek carrier now expects to hit the lower end of its guidance range, with the addition of thirty-three new service centers since 2022 dragging on margins as these fresh facilities still trail the legacy network with operating ratios in the low-ninety percent range. Follow the FreightWaves Today Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A father-son conversation like no other. Terry Floyd and his son Justice sit down to share how a two-red-light town in Aynor, South Carolina became home to one of the most disciplined martial arts families in the Carolinas, and how the Floyd name became something worth protecting on and off the mat.

Welcome to Chatter with BNC, Business North Carolina's weekly podcast, serving up interviews with some of the Tar Heel State's most interesting people.    On today's episode, Ben Kinney speaks with Brian Etheridge, the new VP of Business and Community Development for Delta Dental of North Carolina, just days after stepping down from 20-plus years leading Leadership North Carolina. Brian shares his winding career journey from elementary school teacher to the helm of LNC, the Stanley Cup energy sweeping the Carolinas, and why oral health is a gateway to overall wellness. He and Ben also bond over Willie Nelson, vinyl records, and the magic of seeing live music at venues like Red Rocks. It's a conversation about leadership, reinvention, and what makes North Carolina great.

During Hour 4 of The Charlie James Show on July 29, 2026, host Charlie James engages with callers to cover various political and cultural issues affecting the Carolinas. The broadcast opens with a discussion surrounding Tractor Supply Company and its controversial ban of a local vendor in North Carolina for displaying MAGA-branded attire, despite the company's past pledges regarding corporate neutrality and rural values. The conversation then transitions to national politics and government oversight, centered around Dr. Anthony Fauci's recent testimony before Congress. Callers share personal experiences and criticisms regarding COVID-19 pandemic policies, government spending, and historical public health responses. Finally, the show concludes with essential local political guidance, reminding listeners of the rules, eligibility requirements, and schedule for the upcoming South Carolina Senate primary voting.

In 1947, the Army announced it had recovered a crashed "flying disc" near Roswell, then reversed itself within a day — a contradiction the Air Force didn't explain until 1994, when it revealed a classified spy program called Project Mogul. Roswell wasn't even the first: unidentified wreckage and bodies had been turning up for decades before it.EPISODE BLOG PAGE (includes sources): https://weirddarkness.com/RoswellWasntFirstFEATURED STORIES IN THIS EPISODE: When you hear the words “UFO crash” you likely think of Roswell, New Mexico in 1947. And while that is the most famous of supposed extraterrestrial spaceship crashes, it is by no means the first. In fact, there were several taking place before Roswell became a household name. (UFO Crashes Before Roswell) *** But first – we'll take a look at Roswell itself… and what might have been behind the crash, the UFOs, and the aliens! (Behind Roswell's Aliens) *** Numerous travelers have gone missing in Nahanni Valley… and many whose bodies have been found, have been decapitated. It's no wonder it has been nicknamed “The Valley of Headless Men”. (The Valley of Headless Men) *** In 2016, construction in a San Francisco family's backyard unearthed a terrifying find… a glass coffin. And the history behind it tells a morbid history of the city. (The Karner's Backyard Glass Coffin) *** Former Green Beret Jeffrey MacDonald claimed that a gang of acid-crazed Manson Family copycats brutally murdered his pregnant wife and two daughters in 1970, but then he was found guilty. Did he commit the crime, or did the law convict the wrong man? (The Evil Deeds of Jeffrey MacDonald) *** It's understood that scientifically, alchemy – attempting to turn a substance or element into gold – is impossible. But then, there is that one incident that took place in the early seventeenth century that has some people wondering if that's wrong. (The Alchemy Master)CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…00:00:00.000 = The Foreboding00:01:27.594 = Show Open00:03:47.621 = Behind Roswell's Aliens / UFO Crashes Before Roswell00:19:45.640 = The Valley of Headless Men ***00:33:18.357 = The Karner's Backyard Glass Coffin00:44:54.640 = The Evil Deeds of Jeffrey MacDonald ***00:55:31.498 = The Alchemy Master01:02:26.698 = Show Close*** = Begins immediately after inserted ad breakLISTEN ON PODCAST APPS: Look for this podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeart Radio, Amazon Music, Pandora, TuneIn Radio, and other podcast apps. Get a list of free listening apps here: https://weirddarkness.com/wdapps*No AI Voices Are Used In The Narration Of This Podcast*SOURCES and RESOURCES:“Behind Roswell's Aliens” by Adam Janos for History.com: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/yd5fhudu“UFO Crashes Before Roswell” from Anomalien.com: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2w6d76yh“The Valley of Headless Men” by Aleksa Vuckovic for Ancient-Origins.net: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2p9c6zf4“The Evil Deeds of Jeffrey MacDonald” by Marco Margaritoff for AllThatsInteresting.com: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2p8eant7“The Alchemy Master” by Ellen Lloyd for AncientPages.com: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/4xzysbwc“The Karner's Backyard Glass Coffin” by Trilby Beresford for Ranker.com's Graveyard Shift:https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/3mpvk9jh(Over time links may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.)WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2026, Weird Darkness.Originally aired: January 2021This episode of Weird Darkness moves from a classified Cold War balloon program in the New Mexico desert to a Canadian valley littered with decapitated bodies, a Victorian child's glass coffin dug up in a San Francisco backyard, a Green Beret convicted of butchering his own family, and a seventeenth-century alchemist tortured for the secret of turning lead into gold.It opens with the 1947 Roswell crash, tracing how rancher W.W. "Mac" Brazel's discovery of wreckage on his Lincoln County property led Colonel William Blanchard's Roswell Army Air Field to announce the capture of a "flying disc," only for the Army to reverse itself within days and blame a weather balloon, complete with staged photos of Major Jesse Marcel posing with the debris. The story follows the account through the U.S. Air Force's 1994 admission that the wreckage actually came from Project Mogul, a secret high-altitude balloon array built to detect Soviet atomic tests, and its 1997 explanation that reported alien bodies were fallen parachute test dummies, then weighs those official conclusions against UFO researcher Donald Schmitt's objections and journalist Annie Jacobsen's competing claim that the crash involved deformed children deployed by Joseph Stalin and designed by Nazi doctor Josef Mengele.From there, the episode moves through six UFO crash reports that predate Roswell by decades, including an 1897 cigar-shaped craft said to have destroyed Judge Proctor's windmill in Aurora, Texas, and left a small humanoid body buried in the local cemetery; an 1862 wreck witnessed by shipwrecked sailors from the vessel Christine on a deserted Indian Ocean island, where they found twelve-foot-tall bodies with bronze beards; a UFO crash near Stavropol, Russia, whose three survivors reportedly died from being unable to breathe Earth's atmosphere; a 1941 crash in the Carolinas recovered by the U.S. Army during a military exercise involving soldier Guy Simeone; an 1884 debris field of gear-like metal fragments found by rancher John Ellis in Dundy County, Nebraska; and a wartime British crash investigated by journalist Dorothy Kilgallen, who died shortly after publishing claims that the recovered craft's crew stood under four feet tall.Next, the story shifts to Canada's Nahanni Valley, where at least 44 people have died or vanished since 1908, beginning with prospector brothers Willie and Frank McLeod, whose headless skeletons were found at their camp two years after they disappeared, and continuing through the decapitations of Swiss prospector Martin Jorgenson and outlaw "Yukon" Fisher, the mysterious cabin fire that killed Phil Powers, and the vanishing of Annie Laferte, who was later spotted wandering naked and disoriented near the Flat River — deaths locals attribute variously to the legendary Naha tribe, the valley's hot sulphur springs, or predators, while Dene oral history holds that the warlike Naha people simply disappeared without explanation.The episode then turns to 2016, when a construction crew remodeling John and Ericka Karner's San Francisco home unearthed a 19th-century glass-and-cast-iron coffin containing the preserved body of a toddler, later identified through DNA testing led by genealogist Elissa Davey as Edith Howard Cook, who died of malnutrition in 1876 and was accidentally left behind when San Francisco's Odd Fellows Cemetery was relocated to Colma in the 1930s — a discovery the Karner family says ended years of unexplained footsteps they'd heard from a toddler no longer in the house.From there, the story follows former Green Beret Jeffrey MacDonald, convicted of stabbing his pregnant wife Colette and daughters Kimberly and Kristen to death at Fort Bragg in 1970 after claiming a blonde intruder chanting about acid and "pigs" oversaw the killings, an account investigators concluded was staged using details from the recent Manson Family murders; the case follows his decades of appeals, including the 1983 bestseller "A Fatal Vision" that branded him a psychopath and filmmaker Errol Morris's later book arguing the evidence against him was mishandled.The episode closes with the story of Alexander Seton, a secretive Scottish alchemist known as the Cosmopolitan, who in 1602 convinced skeptical Swiss professor Wolfgang Drenheim that he had transmuted lead into gold using nothing but a wrapped powder and a goldsmith's crucible in Fribourg. Seton's success drew the attention of Emperor Rudolf II and later trapped him in the custody of Christian II, Elector of Saxony, who had him pierced with iron spikes and burned with molten lead in an attempt to force him to reveal his formula; Seton escaped in 1603 with the help of his friend Michael Sendivogius but died a broken man soon after, and the alchemical text he was said to have written, the Book of Twelve Chapters, was destroyed, leaving his method lost.

Europe is dealing with record-breaking wildfires. Some of them are so intense, the authorities are unable to contain them. Climate change is part of the story. But forest management is another factor. Also: today's stories, including how despite extensive Iranian retaliation, people in the UAE are coming through the U.S. and Israel's conflict with Iran with a new sense of national pride; how the U.S. government is spending well beyond its means at a breathtaking pace; and how an unregulated market for hemp in the Carolinas is raising public safety concerns. Join the Monitor's Ira Porter for today's news.

Robert Howell turns $20K land deals into new manufactured homes for first-time buyers.Robert Howell runs a land home package business, buying raw land and putting brand new manufactured homes on it, structured to qualify for conventional HUD, VA, or USDA financing. He started with a $10,000 house in Memphis and no real estate background, and has grown to 50 deals last year with 100 planned this year. In this conversation, Robert breaks down how the land home model works, why he holds mobile home parks separately for long term, tax advantaged income through cost segregation, and how he thinks about profit and mission as the same goal rather than a trade-off.How land home packages generate $30K to $50K profit per dealHow mobile home parks and cost segregation build passive, tax sheltered incomeHow land pricing works in the $20K to $40K range, and what changes itThe two step process to find your first deal this weekWhy Robert believes profit and mission aren't in conflictGuest bio: Robert Howell is the founder of Howell and Sons and the Land Home League, focused on scaling affordable manufactured housing across the Carolinas, Georgia, and Tennessee.Links:Learn more about Robert's work at howellandsons.com#RealEstateInvesting #ManufacturedHousing #MobileHomeParks #AffordableHousing #LandInvesting #CostSegregation #PassiveIncome #RealDealChat #HUDFinancing #RealEstateInvestor #TaxStrategy #FirstTimeHomeownerWork With RealDealCrewIf you're already closing deals but your intake, follow-up, or visibility feels inconsistent, here are two ways to go deeper:Take the Deal Intake AssessmentSee how resilient your current operation actually is.→ https://assessment.realdealcrew.comBook a Fit CallIf you want to explore what a fully system-driven deal flow looks like, let's talk.→ https://realdealcrew.com/bookLIKE • SHARE • JOIN • REVIEWWebsiteApple PodcastsYouTubeYouTube MusicSpotifyAmazon MusicFacebookTwitterInstagram

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Guest Preacher: The Rt. Rev'd Thad BarnumBishop Barnum serves as Assisting Bishop to the Anglican Diocese of the Carolinas. His primary work recently has been to disciple and care for pastors in the Anglican Church of North America and beyond. During their nearly 39 years of marriage, Thad and his late wife, Erilynne, planted two churches and devoted themselves fully to the gospel work of "presenting everyone mature in Christ." (Col 1:28) It is this work of discipleship that brings people to saving faith, grows them in godly character, and empowers them in the Holy Spirit to be witnesses of Jesus. As Erilynne once said, "the strongest witness to a dying world is a transformed life." It is this work that Thad carries on through this ministry of .Bible StudyDon't just take our word for it . . . take His! We would encourage you to spend time examining the following Scriptures that shaped this sermon: Questions?Do you have a question about today's sermon? Email the church office ().

Summer is heating up across the Carolinas, and that means snakes are on the move — and stirring up plenty of conversation. In this episode, Debbie and Laurie bust myths and tackle misinformation about snake deterrents, exploring what truly works (and what absolutely doesn't) to keep these fascinating reptiles out of spaces where they aren't welcome. From mothballs to marigolds, ultrasonic gadgets to sticky traps, the hosts share a science-based look at these so-called "solutions" and offer practical, humane advice for managing your yard in a way that discourages unwanted snake visits without harming them or other wildlife. If you've ever wondered how to keep your backyard nature-friendly and less attractive to snakes, you'll love this timely, sometimes funny, always down-to-earth episode.

This week on the Carolina Weather Group, we're setting the stage for a severe storm and flooding threat just now getting underway.Slow-moving thunderstorms could bring several inches of (badly needed) rain to the Carolinas -- but at a rate and within a time frame that could cause a significant flash flood threat.Plus some of these storms could produce damaging winds and lightning.We're checking the radar live, walking you through the hour-by-hour, and breaking down the impacts of the impending weather.

In this episode of ImVibes Podcast, we welcome back Brian Shew from Get Off My Lawn Promotions for an inside look at the future of Asheville Punk Fest and the thriving independent punk scene across the Carolinas.Brian shares how he took over Asheville Punk Fest, expanded it into a two-day festival featuring 32 bands, and his vision of turning it into a year-round organization that supports local musicians and the music community. We also dive into the realities of booking shows, promoting bands, working with venues like the 27 Club and Tommy's Pub, and why Asheville has become one of the strongest DIY punk scenes in the Southeast.Plus, we talk about:The 2025 Asheville Punk Fest lineupBuilding a stronger DIY music communityManaging and promoting regional bandsVinyl collecting and punk memorabiliaUpcoming shows throughout North CarolinaThe future of independent punk festivalsWhether you're a fan of punk rock, local music, or the DIY scene, this episode is packed with stories, laughs, and plenty of insider knowledge.

Welcome to Episode 4 of the show. This week we share our hero's of the week including Jordan Walker's home run derby win in Philly over the Phillies player. How did you enjoy the home run derby? Tweet us @bsscarolinas on X. We also share our dummies of the week, breakdown the NFC East and AFC East and share our top 10 rb's for fantasy football.

This week on the Oakley Podcast, Jeremy Kellett sits down with Hopper Division Operations Managers Bryan Hill and Russell Vallance to break down how Oakley's Hopper Division works, who it's right for, and why it's growing. They explain Oakley's three dry bulk divisions (hoppers, end dumps, pneumatics), how hopper freight is consistent with many repeat customers (roofing granules, pet food, etc.), and why hoppers are often the simplest way for an owner-operator to get started, with no need for a wet kit or blower and relatively light trailers. They discuss pros such as steady freight, regular lanes, the ability to get many drivers home most weekends, and strong customer relationships, as well as cons including cleaning out trailers and competition from smaller hopper carriers. The conversation highlights how dispatchers are motivated to keep drivers generating revenue, the importance of effective communication regarding load times and breakdowns, the role of technology and e-logs in day-to-day operations, and specific growth needs in regions such as Indiana, Illinois, Missouri, and the Carolinas. Overall, the key takeaway is that Oakley's hopper division offers a strong niche with solid earning potential and consistency for committed owner-operators who value service and communication. Key topics in today's conversation include: Welcome to Today's Episode on the Hopper Division (0:43) Introducing Bryan Hill and Russell Vallance and Their Backgrounds (4:54) Roles of Hopper Operations Managers and Board Structures (7:20) Pros of Hopper Division From an Operations Perspective (10:16) Cons for Drivers Like Cleaning Out Hoppers and Weather Challenges (13:02) Pay Structure, Weight Incentives, and Importance of Light Trucks (15:25) How Dispatchers Stay Motivated and Focused on Driver Earnings (18:57) Biggest Daily Challenges With Delivery Times and Communication (21:34) Lessons Learned Moving From Dispatcher to Operations Manager (23:49) Why Hopper Division Could Grow Much Larger and Why It Hasn't Yet (28:04) Home Weekend Opportunities in Midwest and East Coast Regions (30:34) Key Messages to Current Owner Operators About Communication (33:49) Final Thoughts and Takeaways (42:34) Oakley Trucking is a family-owned and operated trucking company headquartered in North Little Rock, Arkansas. For more information, check out our show website: podcast.bruceoakley.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this inspiring interview, Chef Sam Diminich shares his journey from a childhood immersed in hospitality and addiction to becoming a sober chef and restaurant owner. Discover how sobriety transformed his life, enhanced his leadership, and inspired a culture of support and growth in the culinary world.Chef Sam Diminich is the founder and executive chef of Your Farms Your Table Group(YFYT). Diminich launched YFYT as a farm-to-table meal delivery service after being laid off due to the pandemic. It has since evolved into a hospitality group offering catering, curated events, personal chef services, and community-supported meals.In 2023, he opened Restaurant Constance, an intimate, community-focused restaurant where the seasons write the menus. Located in Charlotte's Wesley Heights neighborhood and named after his daughter, Restaurant Constance was recognized as MICHELINRecommended in the 2025 MICHELIN Guide for the American South. In 2025, Diminich was also named a James Beard Foundation Semifinalist for Best Chef: Southeast. In spring 2026, Diminich will open Grey's Diner and Community Kitchen, named after his son, as the newest addition to the YFYT family.A Myrtle Beach native, Diminich grew up in his family's restaurants, was formally trained at the Culinary Institute of America, and worked under Chef Georges Perrier at Philadelphia's Le Bec-Fin before returning to the Carolinas, including roles at The Ritz-Carlton, Charlotte and as Executive Chef at Upstream. Outside of the kitchen, Diminich is a sobriety and mental health advocate and co-leads Charlotte's Ben's Friends chapter.

Tune in here to this Tuesday's edition of the Brett Winterble Show! Brett kicks off the program by talking about the debate over additional defense funding for the war effort and renewed calls for stricter ethical standards in Congress. As lawmakers prepare to hear testimony from Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Joint Chiefs Chairman Gen. Dan Caine, Brett previews what he expects will be a contentious hearing over the administration's request for roughly $90 billion in additional funding. He explains that supporters argue the money is necessary to strengthen national security, while opponents question the cost and direction of the ongoing conflict Beth Troutman from Good Morning BT is also here for this latest episode of Crossing the Streams. Brett and Beth talk about the ongoing conflict with Iran and the uncertainty surrounding U.S. strategy, military operations, and diplomatic efforts in the region. Beth shares her concerns about the lack of consistent messaging from world leaders, saying that information gaps often fuel speculation and leave Americans unsure about what is really happening. She also reflects on the sacrifices made by U.S. service members, the economic pressures facing families at home, and fears that the conflict could evolve into another prolonged military engagement similar to Iraq. Beth also shares what she and Bo Thompson have coming up Wednesday morning on Good Morning BT. She previews a full-hour, in-studio conversation with former North Carolina Governor Pat McCrory about his new book, along with the latest news headlines and stories shaping the day across the Carolinas. Listen here for all of this and more on The Brett Winterble Show! For more from Brett Winterble check out his YouTube channel. -- See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Seth, Sean and Cole dive into Bill Barnwell's piece on how much the best players are worth in draft equity, specifically the Texans players, and Cole lays out some fun news stories we missed like what's happening with the lotteries in the Carolinas and the Blue Angels seemingly flying a little too close to beach-goers in Pensacola.

Charlotte City Council is looking for ways to address teen takeovers and may implement a stricter curfew. There's a new wrinkle in the I-77 toll lane saga. South Carolina U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham's sister has been appointed to fill his seat in Congress, and a parasitic illness has arrived in North Carolina.

Send us Fan MailYour marketing can be modern and still miss the point. We're talking with Chad Nall, Director of Sales and Marketing at Pine View Buildings, about why the shed industry is getting louder online while the real winners keep tightening the basics on the ground: lot presentation, consistent follow-up, and a culture that treats dealers like partners instead of accounts.We get into the big shifts Chad has seen in just a couple years, from AI-generated ads to the nonstop fight for better leads and better close rates. Then we pivot to what too many businesses forget while chasing the next digital tool: your lot is a silent salesman, and if it turns into scenery, you're donating sales to anyone who simply shows up. We also talk regional demand in the Carolinas, the reality of permitting, and how softening ADU rules can create opportunity for companies willing to step up product and process.The deeper thread is differentiation. Anyone can copy a shed style or run a discount, but not everyone builds trust through clear communication, integrity behind the scenes, and standards that hold up in slow seasons. We also compare portable buildings to self-storage, why self-storage is winning on convenience and systems, and how our industry can win back customers by telling a better ownership story.If you care about shed sales, dealer performance, portable building marketing, and sustainable growth, hit play. Subscribe, share this with a dealer who needs a reset, and leave a review with one standard you're raising this month.For more information or to know more about the Shed Geek Podcast visit us at our website.Would you like to receive our weekly newsletter?  Sign up on our website: shedgeek.comFollow us on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, or YouTube at the handle @shedgeekpodcast.To be a guest on the Shed Geek Podcast visit our website and fill out the "Contact Us" form.To suggest show topics or ask questions you want answered email us at info@shedgeek.com.This episodes Sponsors:Studio Sponsor: Shed Geek MarketingShed Sales SummitCALStryker Hunting Blinds

In this edition of Random Crap, Piers Morgan's Twitter comes under fire after tweeting through England's World Cup defeat, we have a disgusting viral video involving a man and a port-a-john, and the Carolinas are involved in a great American tailgate vote. & more See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Carolina Weather Group welcomes Watch Duty back to the show to talk about their expansion into flooding events.

What happens when a neurodiverse young adult isn't ready for college or independent living—but has outgrown living at home? In this episode, Will sits down with David Chandler, Program Director at Intrepid Young Adults in Asheville, North Carolina, to explore how experiential therapy helps young adults with autism, ADHD, executive functioning challenges, anxiety, and other forms of neurodiversity develop the skills needed for adulthood. David explains how individualized coaching, community living, employment, and real-world experiences help young adults build confidence, purpose, relationships, and greater independence. David also shares his journey from psychiatric care to wilderness therapy at SUWS of the Carolinas before helping launch Intrepid Young Adults. Together, Will and David discuss why so many young adults struggle to transition into adulthood, the impact of COVID, technology, AI, and changing family dynamics, and why experiential learning remains a powerful approach to mental health treatment. Whether you're a parent, therapist, educational consultant, or professional working with neurodiverse young adults, this episode offers practical insights into helping young people move beyond "failure to launch" and toward meaningful, independent lives. This podcast is supported by White Mountain Adventure Institute (wmai.org), offering adventure inspired retreats and coaching facilitated by Will White.  

Brady Quinn, the new QB at Hollywood Chaminade, joins Larry Blustein to talk about why he transferred from Naples, Florida, the competition he's going up against in South Florida, and much more. Anthony Yero from 305 Sports talks about the 7-on-7 competition this coming weekend. They have invited teams from Orlando and Fort Myers for a loaded field this coming weekend. Kameron Clark joins Larry Blustein as they talk about the World Cup. They talk about how the beautiful game can impact the growth in the USA and so much more. Dave Montiel, the assistant coach at Cardinal Gibbons, joins Larry Blustein to talk about the road trip he's taking these football players on up north. They talk about the bonding, the schools they visited, and so much more. Doug Socha of Lenoir-Rhyne University joins Larry Blustein to talk about program growth in the Carolinas. They talk about how the local schools have embraced the University and so much more. Gio Rojas from Stoneman Douglas joins Larry Blustein to talk about his getting drafted by the Texas Rangers. He talks about if he's going to sign with the Rangers and so much more.

Doug Socha of Lenoir-Rhyne University joins Larry Blustein to talk about program growth in the Carolinas. They talk about how the local schools have embraced the University and so much more.

Send us Fan MailJoin Ed for a rollicking conversation with New York City improviser and unapologetic Prince superfan Jason Farr. Jason talks about growing up in the Carolinas, what it was like being an '80s kid, and how Prince's fearless approach to music continues to shape the way he performs improv.More about Jason: Jason Farr is an Actor, Comedian, and Podcaster living in Brooklyn. He's a member of the Magnet Theater community (https://magnettheater.com/) as both a performer and teacher. He loves grounded but still silly comedy so he loves performing every Friday night at 9pm at Magnet on The Friday Night Sh*w! He's a frequent guest on various shows at the theater and around the city. He also hosts a weekly podcast about comedy called “There It Is” (thereitispod.com).Enjoy!Support the showA deeper dive into Prince than you probably wanted

Mike interviewed former Tulane quarterback Lester Ricard and Buddy Songy, an analyst for TigerBait.com. Ricard shared his thoughts on LSU head football coach Lane Kiffin's offense and the quarterback talent at the 2026 Manning Passing Academy. Songy evaluated the top contenders for the SEC football season. The guys also reported on Philadelphia's splash trade for Jaylen Brown and Belgium's ridiculous comeback in the World Cup.

In the aftermath of America's victory at Saratoga, France entered the Revolutionary War, transforming the colonial rebellion into a global conflict. British officials decided that the path to victory lay in the South. As the fighting shifted to the Carolinas, a brutal civil war erupted, pitting families and neighbors against one another in cycles of violence and retribution.By 1779, the Patriot cause hung in the balance, undermined by rampant inflation, soldier mutinies, and one of the most notorious incidents of treason in American history.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Carrie Galloway is a Managing Director and Head of the Carolinas for JPMorgan Private Bank, who began her career as a tax associate at the Firm. In this “Where Are They Now?” episode of On Tax, Carrie returns to talk with Cravath partner and host Len Teti about her career since she last appeared on the show as a Managing Director and the Global Head of Advice Lab for JPMorgan in Season 3. They also discuss what Carrie most enjoys about her new role and how the willingness to revise one's career plan can open up unexpected opportunities. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Top Chef Season 23 Finale Recap Top Chef season 23 comes to a close as Haley Strong, Curt Clark, and Chef Jim Smith break down the finale in the Carolinas. With the finalists tasked to create a four-course progressive meal, the hosts spotlight clever strategies, unique menu choices, and surprising emotional moments. They examine how chefs honor their roots and mentors, navigate vague theming, and tackle high-stakes technical challenges in the kitchen. The hosts analyze how the “toast to someone or something” requirement shapes each chef's menu, from Rhoda's California-inspired sweet potato and uni opener to Sherry's ambitious multi-component dishes. They dig into the logistics and fairness of judging four-course meals course-by-course versus as a whole, with Chef Jim Smith offering firsthand insights from his own Top Chef finale experience. Stories behind each dish come to life, such as Lawrence's Chinatown duck homage and the impact of family visits that bring everyone—including listeners—to tears. Rhoda's bold choice to skip dessert and serve a rich Filipino-inspired calderetta stirs debate on menu strategy and finale traditions. Sherry's complex, ingredient-heavy dishes spark discussion about balancing risk with execution and the pitfalls of over-plating. The infamous “knife draw” moment and its anticlimactic aftermath get dissected for its impact on the finale's flow. Technical kitchen challenges—like keeping kanji at the right temperature and navigating ice cream plating in the heat—give fresh perspective on behind-the-scenes pressures. A detour on phrenology, Tom Colicchio's earrings, and restaurant closings adds color and levity to the finale recap. As the season closes, the hosts ask: does the best approach win out in these finales—story, strategy, or execution? Where does season 23 land compared to past Top Chef years, and could new locations like Hawaii, Alaska, or the Southwest invigorate the next round? Follow the full discussion for sharp culinary insights, chef-centric analysis, and the definitive take on Top Chef's season 23 finale. Chapters: 00:00 Saying Goodbye to Carolinas 06:14 Tom Closes Flagship Restaurant 08:46 Finale Challenge Toasts Announced 13:13 Families Arrive, Emotions Run High 19:27 Judges Debate Grocery Store Choices 22:16 Course One: Sweet Potato Stuns 27:56 Course Two: Lawrence's Dim Sum 33:04 Duck Mishap Changes Competition 40:08 Rhoda's Game-Winning Calderetta 51:20 Rhoda Crowned New Top Chef 57:56 Season Reflections and Highlights Never miss a minute of Top Chef coverage! LISTEN: Subscribe to the We Know Top Chef feed WATCH:  Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTube SUPPORT:  Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks!