Podcasts about Carolinas

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.

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.

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.

Hi, I'm Connor with Honor - message me here!Five questions Santa Clarita sellers are actually asking in 2026, answered by an agent who only represents sellers.Most of what you read online about valuing your home was written by somebody with a stake in your answer. So was this. The difference is the method is in here, so you can go check the work yourself.What your home is actually worth. Every closed sale is recorded with the county and tracked by the local boards of REALTORS, but reaching that data is the hard part, which is why people accept whatever a website prints out. When an agent hands you a number, the number is not the deliverable. The data behind it is. Put the pin on your own house, expand outward, and find three or four closings inside 180 days that match on bedroom count, square footage, lot size, and year built. If somebody is comparing your single family home to a duplex in another city, ask them why.Sell now or wait for rates. This turns on your plan at the other end far more than on rates. Sellers leaving California are usually buying into less expensive markets, Florida, Tennessee, Idaho, Kentucky, the Carolinas, at a lower price per square foot. If rates come down later, you can refinance.Who pays the buyer's agent. It is negotiable, and it always was. Most Santa Clarita sellers still choose to contribute, some decline, and those deals still get structured.Fire insurance and your buyer's loan. A buyer who cannot get insured cannot fund. More than half the time a home gets listed, the seller's carrier is no longer writing new policies in California. Insurance shopping used to happen in week three of escrow. It has to happen in week one now.What to fix and what to skip. Pricing comes from what has closed. Repairs come from your active competition, the homes buyers tour the same weekend as yours. Walk them in person. You rarely get a renovation back dollar for dollar.Plus what actually happens when you ask AI what your house is worth.Watch the video: https://youtu.be/Niv-K7YKDPALoom version: https://www.loom.com/share/109b1c7b2f1840ce98fe3117044c73afRead the written version: https://santaclaritaopenhouses.com/blog/five-questions-santa-clarita-home-sellers-are-asking-in-2026-pricing-timing-fees-insurance-repairs/Text HOUSE to (661) 888-4983 for the sold data on your specific tract. No sign-in.Search every Santa Clarita open house free, 11 years of sold data, no registration required: https://santaclaritaopenhouses.comConnor T. MacIvor, REALTOR®, CalDRE #01238257Sellers only representation: https://sellersonlyagent.comYoutube Channels:Conner with Honor - real estateHome Muscle - fat torchingFrom first responder to real estate expert, Connor with Honor brings honesty and integrity to your Santa Clarita home buying or selling journey. Subscribe to my YouTube channel for valuable tips, local market trends, and a glimpse into the Santa Clarita lifestyle.Dive into Real Estate with Connor with Honor:Santa Clarita's Trusted Realtor & Fitness EnthusiastReal Estate:Buying or selling in Santa Clarita? Connor with Honor, your local expert with over 2 decades of experience, guides you seamlessly through the process. Subscribe to his YouTube channel for insider market updates, expert advice, and a peek into the vibrant Santa Clarita lifestyle.Fitness:Ready to unlock your fitness potential? Join Connor's YouTube journey for inspiring workouts, healthy recipes, and motivational tips. Remember, a strong body fuels a strong mind and a successful life!Podcast:Dig deeper with Connor's podcast! Hear insightful interviews with industry experts, inspiring success stories, and targeted real estate advice specific to Santa Clarita.

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.

The music of the Carolinas (and Appalachia in general) stems from the marriage of the Irish fiddle and the African banjo, which first met in the South before the revolution. The Tan and Sober Gentlemen aim to bring these traditions full circle, blending Irish tunes, ballads, and pub songs with the Appalachian old-time and bluegrass music they grew up on. The result is a ruckus known affectionately as “Irish-American hill-billy music”.Renowned as one of the South's most electrifying live folk bands, The Tan and Sober Gentlemen are known for blazing tempos, raw energy, and unforgettable shows. Their performances are raucous celebra-tions of the Carolinas' Irish heritage, filled with drinking, dancing, and downright joy, and have earned them a devoted following across the folk, bluegrass, celtic, and roots music scenes.Since forming in 2017, the Tan and Sober Gentlemen have toured across the United States and Ireland, per-forming at festivals including MerleFest, Blue Ox Festival, IBMA Bluegrass Live!, Bristol Rhythm & Roots, Appaloosa Festival, FloydFest, Ramble Fest, Shakori Hills, and internationally at Electric Picnic, Spraoi, and the world's largest Irish traditional music festival, Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann.In January 2024, the band sold out the Haw River Ballroom on their home turf of Alamance County, North Carolina, performing to 800 fans and recording a live album. Live at the Haw River Ballroom was released in February 2025. Their sophomore studio album, Regressive Folk Music (2022), followed their debut Ve-racity, which was named by Shite'n'Onions as one of the five best Celtic punk albums of 2019–2020.

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.

On this week's show Rocky, Urban Outkast, Smoochy discuss the world of wrestling in segment 1, Also share our Hero's of the week. If you have a Hero or Dummie of the week you would like to suggest send us a message on facebook or X @bsscarolinas. In segment 2 we discuss NBA and Dummies of the week. To wrap up the show we share our shoes of the week, MLB all stars and NFL Fantasy top 10 qb's.

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

Tonight on the Carolina Weather Group, we talk with Kelly Wells from the North Carolina Department of Transportation about the relaunched drivenc.gov website. Wells provides a walkthrough of the new site, which features over 1,000 live streaming traffic cameras across the state. The site includes map layers for traffic congestion, road closures, incidents, road work, and weather events. Users can view real-time conditions for ferries and rest areas, and see the warnings currently displayed on highway message signs. The site also integrates weather radar, National Weather Service alerts, and weather forecasts directly onto the map. Through the "My Drive NC" feature, travelers can select favorite cameras, save routes, and draw custom regions on the map to receive targeted email or text alerts for road conditions. The platform also feeds this traffic data to navigation apps like Waze, Google Maps, Apple Maps, and TomTom. NCDOT monitors the roads using five traffic management centers across the state, which now receive proactive push alerts for traffic incidents. A Drive NC mobile app is also now available for download.Also in this episode, Sam Walker details traffic management on the Outer Banks, including the Barco diversion at the intersection of US 158 and NC 168, which is used during hurricane evacuations to divert traffic away from bridge-tunnels in Virginia. Frank Strait provides the Carolina weather forecast, tracking ongoing flash flood warnings and severe thunderstorms. He outlines an incoming heatwave that will bring high temperatures near 100 degrees and heat index values between 105 and 110 degrees, before a cold front brings cooling showers by Sunday and Monday.The panel also discusses the CoCoRaHS rain gauge network, a destructive 4th of July thunderstorm in New York, and Colorado State University's updated forecast lowering the season's prediction to nine named storms.

On this episode of The Brand Herald, Landon sits down with Foster McCarl, a Louisville-based strategic advisor and business coach. Foster's story isn't a straight line. It winds through western Pennsylvania, Los Angeles, Hilton Head, and finally Kentucky, shaped at every turn by family, faith, and a willingness to do the hard work in front of him. This episode is less about tactics and more about how a great personal brand isn't built in a marketing meeting. It's built across a lifetime.Foster grew up inside a family business that his grandfather started with a $2,500 GI Bill loan in 1946, building what would become a 90-million-dollar mechanical contracting firm. That legacy of promises kept, of street-smart integrity, of a name that meant something in a community follows Foster everywhere he goes. He shares how watching his grandfather honor a bad deal with the owner of the Pittsburgh Pirates became a founding story for the McCarll brand. From there, Foster traces his path through a decade in Los Angeles, managing Guitar Center's flagship acoustic room on Sunset, running a certified Apple consulting business, and even being in the room when Steve Jobs revealed the first iPhone before eventually landing in Louisville to get better support for his daughter on the autism spectrum.The conversation turns to the work Foster does today as a strategic coach and why his unusual path makes him uniquely suited for it. Like Michelangelo removing everything that wasn't David, Foster's coaching philosophy centers on helping business owners and CEOs identify what they actually want, uncover what's blocking them, and then hold them accountable to their own stated goals. He describes himself on his business card as an "unreasonable friend", someone who cares deeply but won't let you off the hook. The discussion also gets honest about listening, communication styles, and the discipline it takes to be truly present in a world built for distraction.Landon and Foster land on the idea that ties it all together: a brand is a promise, and trust is what makes the promise. Foster's grandfather built that trust by honoring an impossible deal. Foster builds it today by showing up, asking the right questions, and never pretending to have all the answers. His final piece of advice is to practice business acupuncture, focus on helping other people's bottom lines grow, and your own will follow, is a quietly radical idea in a world still chasing the grind. Chapters:00:00: Landon introduces Foster McCarl01:07: Father's Day weekend in Louisville and Foster's wood shop obsession03:16: Growing up in western Pennsylvania and the McCarl family business origins. 05:18: Foster's grandfather, the Pittsburgh Pirates deal, and a promise kept. 07:46: From LA to the Carolinas to Louisville08:37: Witnessing the first iPhone reveal live at Apple's Worldwide Developer Conference. 10:48: Working with his father and the gap between planning and implementation. 13:13: Moving to Louisville for the Bluegrass Center for Autism17:34: How lived experience makes Foster an authentic and relatable coach. 19:41: The coaching philosophy: removing what isn't David and asking the right why. 22:43: On listening, auditory processing, and being present in a distracted world. 27:39: A brand is a promise, from grandfather to grandson, the McCarl legacy. 30:53: Final advice: be intentional, be authentic, and practice business acupuncture.Resources:https://www.linkedin.com/in/fostermccarl/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/foster-mccarl/ 

A very special 250th birthday celebration! Jon and Chris review selected songs from the history of recorded music.    "America the Beautiful" as recorded by Ray Charles, 1972; lyrics by Katherine Lee Bates, 1893 O beautiful for pilgrim feet, Whose stern, impassioned stress A thoroughfare for freedom beat Across the wilderness! America! America! God mend thine every flaw, Confirm thy soul in self-control, Thy liberty in law! O beautiful for heroes proved In liberating strife, Who more than self their country loved And mercy more than life! America! America! May God thy gold refine, Till all success be nobleness, And every gain divine! O beautiful for patriot dream That sees beyond the years Thine alabaster cities gleam Undimmed by human tears! America! America! God shed His grace on thee And crown thy good with brotherhood From sea to shining sea!   "The Power and the Glory" by Phil Ochs, 1964 Come on and take a walk with me through this green and growing land Walk through the meadows and the mountains and the sand Walk through the valleys and the rivers and the plains Walk through the sun and walk through the rain Here is a land full of power and glory Beauty that words cannot recall Oh, her power shall rest on the strength of her freedom Glory shall rest on us all From Colorado, Kansas, and the Carolinas too Virginia and Alaska, from the old to the new Texas and Ohio and the California shore Tell me, who could ask for more? Yet she's only as rich as the poorest of the poor Only as free as a padlocked prison door Only as strong as our love for this land Only as tall as we stand Here is a land full of power and glory Beauty that words cannot recall Oh, her power shall rest on the strength of her freedom Glory shall rest on us all, on us all   "The Times They Are A Changin'" by Bob Dylan, 1963 Come gather 'round people Wherever you roam And admit that the waters Around you have grown And accept it that soon You'll be drenched to the bone If your time to you is worth savin'; Then you better start swimmin'; Or you'll sink like a stone For the times they are a-changin'; Come writers and critics Who prophesize with your pen And keep your eyes wide The chance won't come again And don't speak too soon For the wheel's still in spin And there's no tellin' who that it's namin'; For the loser now Will be later to win For the times they are a-changin'; Come senators, congressmen Please heed the call Don't stand in the doorway Don't block up the hall For he that gets hurt Will be he who has stalled The battle outside ragin'; Will soon shake your windows And rattle your walls For the times they are a-changin'; Come mothers and fathers Throughout the land And don't criticize What you can't understand Your sons and your daughters Are beyond your command Your old road is rapidly agin'; Please get out of the new one If you can't lend your hand For the times they are a-changin'; The line it is drawn The curse it is cast The slow one now Will later be fast As the present now Will later be past The order is rapidly fadin'; And the first one now Will later be last For the times they are a-changin'   "War Isn't Murder" by Jesse Welles, 2024 War isn't murder Good men don't die Children don't starve And all women survive War isn't murder That's what they say When you're fighting the devil Murder's okay War isn't murder They're called casualties There ain't a veteran With a good night's sleep Let's talk about dead people I mean a dead people The dead don't feel honored They don't feel that brave They don't feel avenged They're lucky if they got graves Call your dead mother Ask her when she died It's a deathly silence on the other line The dead don't talk But their children don't forget So in 20 short years You could live to regret that War isn't murder There's money at stake Hell, even Kushner agrees It's good real estate War isn't murder Ask Netanyahu He's got a psalm for that And a bomb for you War isn't murder It's an old-desert faith It's a nation-state-sanctioned righteous hate Let's talk about dead people I mean a dead people War isn't murder It's the vengeance of God If you can't see the bodies They don't bloat when they rot And the flies don't swarm And the children don't cry If war isn't murder Good men don't die So in a short 20 years When you vacation the Strip Don't think about the dead And have a nice trip War isn't murder We should all give thanks I saw it all in a movie Give it up for Tom Hanks War isn't murder They don't ship out the poor And the bullets they fire Aren't part of the cure War isn't murder Land is a right But the banks called dibs It's something you can't fight Let's talk about dead people I mean a dead people The dead don't feel honor They don't feel that brave They don't feel avenged They're lucky if they got graves War isn't murder Ain't a river of blood Stretching all through time And raining down in a flood It's a dark sacrifice Made on your behalf So get down on your knees And thank the sweet lord that War isn't murder   "Brother, Can You Spare a Dime," by E.Y. Harburg, 1932 They used to tell me I was building a dream And so I followed the mob When there was earth to plow or guns to bear I was always there, right on the job They used to tell me I was building a dream With peace and glory ahead Why should I be standing in line Just waiting for bread? Once I built a railroad, I made it run Made it race against time Once I built a railroad, now it's done Brother, can you spare a dime? Once I built a tower up to the sun Brick and rivet and lime Once I built a tower, now it's done Brother, can you spare a dime? Once in khaki suits, gee, we looked swell Full of that Yankee Doodly Dum Half a million boots went slogging through Hell And I was the kid with the drum Say, don't you remember? They called me Al; It was Al all the time Why don't you remember? I'm your pal Say buddy, can you spare a dime? Once in khaki suits, ah, gee, we looked swell Full of that Yankee Doodly Dum Half a million boots went slogging through Hell And I was the kid with the drum Oh, say, don't you remember? They called me Al; It was Al all the time Say, don't you remember? I'm your pal Buddy, can you spare a dime?   "Strange Fruit" by Abel Meeropol [Lewis Allan], 1939 Southern trees bear strange fruit Blood on the leaves and blood at the root Black bodies swinging in the southern breeze Strange fruit hanging from the poplar trees Pastoral scene of the gallant south The bulging eyes and the twisted mouth Scent of magnolias, sweet and fresh Then the sudden smell of burning flesh Here's a fruit for the crows to pluck For the rain to gather, for the wind to suck For the sun to rot, for the trees to drop Here's a strange and bitter crop   "Mr President Have Pity on the Working Man" by Randy Newman, 1974 We've taken all you've given It's gettin' hard to make a livin' Mr. President, have pity on the working man We ain't asking you to love us You may place yourself high above us Mr. President, have pity on the working man I know it may sound funny But people ev'ry where are runnin' out of money We just can't make it by ourself It is cold and the wind is blowing We need something to keep us gong Mr. President, have pity on the working man Maybe you're cheatin' Maybe you're lyin' Maybe you have lost your mind Maybe you only think about yourself Too late to run, too late to cry now The time has come for us to say good-bye now Mr. President, have pity on the working man Mr. President, have pity on the working man   "American Tune" by Paul Simon, 1973  Many's the time I've been mistaken And many times confused Yes, and I've often felt forsaken And certainly misused Oh, but I'm alright, I'm alright I'm just weary to my bones Still, you don't expect to be bright and bon vivant So far away from home, so far away from home And I don't know a soul who's not been battered I don't have a friend who feels at ease I don't know a dream that's not been shattered Or driven to its knees But it's alright, it's alright For we lived so well so long Still, when I think of the Road we're traveling on I wonder what's gone wrong I can't help it, I wonder what has gone wrong And I dreamed I was dying I dreamed that my soul rose unexpectedly And looking back down at me Smiled reassuringly And I dreamed I was flying And high up above my eyes could clearly see The Statue of Liberty Sailing away to sea And I dreamed I was flying We come on the ship they call The Mayflower We come on the ship that sailed the moon We come in the age's most uncertain hours And sing an American tune Oh, and it's alright, it's alright, it's alright You can't be forever blessed Still, tomorrow's going to be another working day And I'm trying to get some rest That's all I'm trying to get some rest   "Lift Every Voice and Sing" by James Weldon Johnson and J. Rosemond Johnson, 1905 Lift every voice and sing Till earth and heaven ring, Ring with the harmonies of Liberty; Let our rejoicing rise High as the listening skies, Let it resound loud as the rolling sea. Sing a song full of the faith that the dark past has taught us, Sing a song full of the hope that the present has brought us, Facing the rising sun of our new day begun Let us march on till victory is won. Stony the road we trod, Bitter the chastening rod, Felt in the days when hope unborn had died; Yet with a steady beat, Have not our weary feet Come to the place for which our fathers sighed? We have come over a way that with tears has been watered, We have come, treading our path through the blood of the slaughtered, Out from the gloomy past, Till now we stand at last Where the white gleam of our bright star is cast. God of our weary years, God of our silent tears, Thou who has brought us thus far on the way; Thou who has by Thy might Led us into the light, Keep us forever in the path, we pray. Lest our feet stray from the places, our God, where we met Thee, Lest, our hearts drunk with the wine of the world, we forget Thee; Shadowed beneath Thy hand, May we forever stand. True to our God, True to our native land.   "This Train," as recorded by Sister Rosetta Tharpe This train is a clean train, you know this train This train is a clean train, I said this train This train is a clean train, everybody ride it in Jesus' name Because this train is a clean train, Lord, this train This train has left the station, you know this train This train has left the station, I said this train This train has left the station, this train takes on every nation Because this train is a clean train, you know this train It's the prettiest train I ever have seen, Lord, this train It's the prettiest train I ever have seen, oh, this train It's the prettiest train I ever have seen Now, if you wanna ride it, you must get redeemed Because this train is a clean train, Lord, this train This train is bound for glory, woo, this train This train is bound for glory, I said this train This train is bound for glory, everybody ridin' her must be holy Because this train is a clean train, you know this train You know this train don't pull no jokers, uh-uh, this train This train don't pull no jokers, no, this train I said this train don't pull no jokers No tobacco chewers and no cigar smokers Because this train is a clean train, you know this train This train don't pull no wankers, uh-uh, this train This train don't pull no wankers, oh, this train This train don't pull no wankers, no crap shooter, no whiskey drinker Because this train is a clean train, this train  

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.

The future of Carolina's first commercial radio station, WBT 1110 AM, seems questionable - at best. Big broadcast companies are moving away from news radio formats, with their regular weathercast formats. Some big stations are shutting down or moving off the dial. Even Canada's national weather arm is shutting down their verison of NOAA weather radio, with the United States agency examining its next steps for the over-the-air weather service.Where does radio go from here? We're talking with Johnny Caudle, a broadcaster, weathercaster and digital reporter based in North Carolina.

Can independent collision repair shops still outperform the industry's biggest players? Kyle Bradshaw believes they can. The key is not getting bigger. It is becoming better through specialization, operational excellence, and intentional leadership.In this episode of Your Business, Your Life, Matt DiFrancesco sits down with Kyle Bradshaw, Director of Fixed Operations at K&M Collision and President of the Carolinas Collision Association, to discuss how independent shops can create a lasting competitive advantage. From building strong teams to creating systems that reduce owner dependency, Kyle shares practical strategies for long-term success.They also explore why every shop owner needs a plan beyond day-to-day operations. Whether your future includes passing the business to family, selling it, or simply stepping away, you'll learn why business continuity, succession planning, and preparing for life after the shop are essential to protecting your legacy.Matt and Kyle also talk about:(04:08) Why doing less can make your shop more successful(05:05) How specialization helps independent collision shops thrive(05:54) Why specialized shops can outperform large MSOs(07:08) How becoming known for one thing expands your market(08:14) What happens when you're always busy but never moving forward?(08:53) Why your business shouldn't depend on you(11:19) How intentional leadership builds a business that lasts(16:09) What makes family businesses succeed across generations?(19:13) How to plan your business transition before it's too late(19:46) Why waiting to plan your exit can cost you everything(22:39) What every shop owner should know before retiring(24:53) Why your identity should be bigger than your businessConnect With Kyle BradshawLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kyle-bradshaw-ab060520a/Website: https://kandmcollision.com/Email: kyle@kandmcollision.comConnect With Matt DiFrancesco:matt@highliftfin.com(814)201-5855LinkedIn: Matt DiFrancescoLinkedIn: High Lift FinancialFacebook: High Lift Financial Instagram: @high_lift_financialYouTube: @highliftfinancialAbout the guest:Kyle Bradshaw is a second-generation collision repair leader and Director of Fixed Operations at K & M Collision, where he has spent more than a decade driving operational excellence through customer-first strategies, efficient processes, and strong team development. A frequent speaker at industry events, Kyle has earned a reputation as a respected voice on the future of independent collision repair.As President of the Carolinas Collision Association, Kyle is passionate about advancing the industry through education, advocacy, and collaboration. His commitment to raising industry standards and helping repairers succeed is shaping the future of collision repair across the Carolinas and beyond.Disclaimer:All information is obtained from sources deemed reliable, but not guaranteed. No tax or legal advice is given nor intended. Content provided herein or on our website should not be construed as an offer for investment advice or for securities, insurance, or other investment products. Investments involve the risk of loss and are not guaranteed. Consult a qualified legal, tax, accounting, or financial professional before implementing any investments or strategies discussed here.High Lift Financial is a DBA for DiFrancesco Financial Concierge, LLC.  Investment advisory services are provided through Cornerstone Planning Group, LLC, an independent advisory firm registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

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.

Psychedelics have gone from a symbol of the hippie counterculture to a serious conversation in state legislatures and medical research labs.This week on The Hometown Holler, the Fellas chat with, Gina Giorgio founder of Carolinas for Care, about the growing movement behind psychedelic-assisted therapy, North Carolina's bipartisan HEAL Act, the mental health crisis facing veterans, and what the science actually says about treatments like psilocybin and MDMA.Whether you're skeptical or curious, this is a conversation worth having.Become a sustainer today!Patreon: www.patreon.com/c/thehometownholler/membershipSubstack: https://substack.com/@thehometownhollerWebsite: https://www.thehometownholler.com/

Spencer Thompson, Lead Estimator at Cardinal Civil Contracting, joined Gareth McGlynn at Advancing Preconstruction 2026 in Phoenix, Arizona. As a self-performing heavy civil contractor operating across the Carolinas, Cardinal Civil works in some of the most geologically unpredictable terrain in the country.Key Topics Covered:Earthwork Pitfalls: The lack of geotechnical report data as the biggest risk in civil estimating, and how soil types can change completely from one site to the next on the same road.Early Involvement: Why bringing the civil contractor in at the early design phase allows the team to fit the design around the site, not the other way around.Retaining Walls: How placement near property lines and the need to import specific backfill material can create major unplanned cost and scheduling impacts.AI in the Workflow: Using Microsoft Copilot with EIA diesel price data to build fuel escalation models and present projected cost scenarios to clients.And much more.You can connect with Spencer via his LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/spencer-thompson-a0924690/More conversations like this one are on the way. Subscribe to The Preconstruction Podcast so you don't miss what's next.

In this episode of The Backyard Naturalists, Debbie and Laurie take a fun and fascinating leap into the world of frogs and toads—those small but mighty voices you hear rising from ponds, ditches, and backyards as spring turns into summer. You'll learn how to spot (and hear!) some of North Carolina's most common amphibians, including the American Bullfrog, Southern Leopard Frog, Spring Peeper, American Toad, and the charmingly named Eastern Spadefoot Toad. The hosts break down what makes frogs different from toads, share the importance of ephemeral ponds for breeding, and encourage listeners to pay close attention to the nighttime chorus happening right outside their windows. If you've ever wondered who's making all that noise after dark, or simply want to better understand your backyard's hidden wildlife, this episode is for you.

Let's start with two quotes today. Honestly, I couldn't decide between the two, so you get both.Carl Jung: "The privilege of a lifetime is to become who you truly are."Brené Brown: "Vulnerability is not winning or losing; it's having the courage to show up and be seen when we have no control over the outcome."Often, we don't let ourselves be seen as Brene Brown says. We put on masks of perfectionism, performance, people pleasing, and more. I know about these masks because I've done that very thing. Today, I talked with Alicia Zielinski Straub, a repeat guest about the masks that we wear and what it costs us. If you still feel like you are not fully letting your guard down and showing up as your authentic self, please listen in to this show. I think it will have something special for you.During today's conversation, Alicia and I chatted about:Her transition from New Jersey to the Carolinas and the beautiful synchronicities all the way.Why we wear the masks we doWhat the term unmasking means to Alicia, and why she decided to offer her retreat of the same nameWhy she selected the Imiloa Institute in Costa Rica when she could have selected anywhere in the worldWhy drives us to favor old, negative patterns, even when we have the tools to unmask and heal?Here is more about Alicia:Alicia Zielinski Straub, MS, LPC, NBCC, RYT, is a licensed professional counselor, mindfulness practitioner, and somatics facilitator. Her work bridges clinical mental health with mind-body strategies. Alicia helps individuals understand and regulate stress, trauma, and overstimulation in modern life. She draws from neuroscience, translating complex concepts into accessible, experiential tools that foster balance, resilience, and emotional regulation. Alicia conducts counseling services, personalized somatic sessions, workshops, retreats, and integrative practices that support nervous system health, self-awareness, and sustainable well-being.If you haven't downloaded one of my freebies on my site, check them out on bravewomenatwork.com. I have 5 Ways to Managing Your Imposter Syndrome, 34 Leadership and Career Affirmations, and 10 tips to Win Your Next Negotiation. Download one or them or all three!If you also have a story to share and a deep desire to become an author, please contact me at hello@bravewomenatwork.com. I am happy to share the details on the project. Alright, let's welcome Alicia to the show!

This week on Gaston's Great, we're revisiting an inspiring conversation with Jeannine Beert, founder of Hearts 2 Home, an organization dedicated to bringing hope, comfort, and support to families throughout our community.

Tonight on a very special edition of the Carolina Weather Group, we are pull off a broadcasting first and tracking breaking news from every corner of the globe!

There are two Carolinas in the USA. North and South. Phil is exploring both of them. So, this week's show was pre-recorded quite a few days earlier than usual. In it, Dean and Phil discuss The Actor's Gang, a well-respected theater company and training ground for talented performers (like their pal, Steve Benaquist). Dean and […]

This week, Les and Nick take a trip down south to Georgia and the Carolinas for Apple's new thriller series, CAPE FEAR! It's based on an awesome novel and two great movies, so let's see how the new adaptation holds up! Amy Adams, Patrick Wilson, Javier Bardem and a slew of narrative changes await us. Let's go! Plus, Les checks out the spooky-Cocoon vibe of The Boroughs, while Nick catches up on the new eps of Vox Machina and the old eps of Homicide: Life on the Streets! And you know we gots to talk FROM... 1:20-42:20 TV Diaries 7:42-11:25 Vox Machina 11:25-16:14 The Boroughs 16:25-30:08 Homicide  30:08-42:20 From 44:15- Cape Fear

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!