Podcasts about Gastonia

In this segment of The Charlie James Show, host Charlie James takes calls from listeners reacting to a recent political debate. Caller Roger from Taylor expresses his disappointment with candidate Ms. Shattuck, noting that she seemed reliant on her notes and struggled when asked unscripted questions. He voices his support for candidate Norman, hoping he wins and appoints Adam Morgan as his chief of staff. Next, Allison from Greenville calls in to urge citizens to vote, comparing choosing an experienced political candidate to selecting a surgeon. Charlie then highlights strong early voting turnout figures, noting that over 1,300 voters appeared on the first day in Spartanburg County—exceeding primary election numbers. Finally, Janice from Gastonia calls to emphasize the importance of voter participation, leading Charlie to conclude the segment by criticizing debate moderator Greta Van Susteren for incorrectly stating that gas prices were at a record high.

In Episode 277, Greg and Pam discuss bands that start too late, movies, and contacting designers about pattern mistakes. Many thanks to knittingwithpurl Jess for the episode introduction! You can see the wedding dress she made here. We would love to have YOU record an introduction to the show! You can find details in the Ravelry Group Pages or on our website here. Check out our group on Facebook! We would love to have you join us there. GIVEAWAY: Check out our MONTHLY giveaway just because our listeners are AWESOME! You can enter the monthly giveaway using this Google Form. SUPPORT THE SHOW KnitPicks & Crochet.com We are KnitPicks and Crochet.com (owned by KnitPicks) Affiliates! This means if you are going to shop at KnitPicks or Crochet.com, and start by clicking their names, the Unraveling Podcast will get a small commission at no extra cost to you! It's an easy way to support the podcast passively. (Note: links to specific yarns or products will appear like https://shrsl.com/3xzh0 or https://tidd.ly/4mGsyws. These are correct and are custom links to track our account. They are safe!) Patreon You can financially support Unraveling…a knitting podcast on Patreon! Monthly membership levels are available at Swatch ($1), Shawl ($3), and Sweater ($6) and come with rewards like early access to book club episodes, access to a quarterly Zoom call, discounts on all Knitting Daddy patterns, and holiday cards. Everything available via Patreon is extra, the show remains unchanged and free. Financial support through through Patreon helps us cover expenses like web hosting, prizes, prize shipping, and equipment upgrades. ***Our next Patreon Zoom will be on August 29 at 1pm Eastern!*** NOTES Greg's Projects Greg bought some yarn from String Theory Colorworks to knit the Tidal shawl by Josh Ryks-Robinsky. Greg continues working on the Mini Drama shawl pattern for the set of minis that he recently acquired. Pam's Projects Pam worked on a pair of Fish Lips Kiss Heel Socks. She is using KnitPicks Psichidelica in the colorway Grounded. Pam is working on My Baker's Hat by eM knits. She is using Berroco Vintage. Pam worked on the Cloud Iridescence blanket by Kathyrn Bernard. She is using KnitPicks Mighty Stitch in fingering weight and several colors of mohair/alpaca silk yarns. Pam worked on Sun Salutation by Celia McAdam Cahill. She is using KnitPicks Gloss and Trailhead Yarns Cabot Trail. Pam worked on Freeform Favorite Crochet shawl by Lisa Doherty. If you are curious about Freeform Crochet you should check out Lisa's Instagram account.   Pam started the Vortex Throw and Pillows by Lisa Gentry. She is using Plymouth Yarn Coffee Beanz. Pam started and finished The Best Headband by Linda van Scheijndel. She used some leftover sock yarn by LoloDidIt in the colorway Versailles. (Doesn't look like she has it any more). Pam swatched for the Buttonside Sweater by Jennifer Dassau. She is using Meridian Mill House yarn in the Gastonia base. Pam cranked out a number of tubes (that she turned into hats) on her Sentro Knitting Machine.  She is making more. Here are links for the things Pam uses: Sentro Machine Weights Digital Row Counter Adapter for Screwdriver Electric Screwdriver She also added a "bumper of a 1/4" foam around the inside above the screws (reach out if you have questions!) Miscellaneous Greg mentioned that bars are giving up on young people and focusing on Gen X instead. Greg talked about how there are very few true 70mm IMAX theaters in the US. Pam ordered voter postcards from Signs of Justice. Craft Cook Read Repeat Bingo started May 22! Some of our Denver area listeners are meeting to knit monthly. If you are in the area and want to join in, reach out to martaschmarta. Greg can also be found talking about knitting and playing Dungeons & Dragons at Crits and Knits on Twitch. Affiliate Link Disclosure We are a KnitPicks Affiliate! This means that if you click on a KnitPicks link or Crochet.com, or the banner ad and make a purchase, we will receive a commission at no extra cost to you. This post contains affiliate links. That means that if you click on a link to Amazon and subsequently make a purchase, we'll receive a small commission from the sale. You pay the same, and the commissions will help cover our podcasting expenses. Our opinions are always our own. Find us all over the Internet Patreon: Unraveling…a knitting podcast Subscribe in iTunes: The Unraveling Podcast Podcast RSS Feed: Unraveling Podcast Facebook: Unraveling Podcast Instagram: @UnravelingPodcast Ravelry Group: Unraveling Podcast Greg is KnittingDaddy on Ravelry, @KnittingDaddy on Instagram, and also writes the KnittingDaddy blog. Pam is pammaher on Ravelry  and @pammaher on Instagram

In Hour 4, Segment 2 of The Charlie James Show on August 3, 2026, host Charlie James breaks down campaign tactics in the South Carolina U.S. Senate special primary, focusing on push polling being conducted by Darline Graham's campaign. He reads a listener text describing a survey that framed negative hypothetical questions about rival candidates to sway voter opinions in favor of Graham Nordone. Caller Janice from Gastonia calls in to discuss the Democratic National Committee's financial struggles, noting that after the end of certain federal funding streams, the DNC is heavily indebted and attempting to mortgage its headquarters. Callers Terry and Doug weigh in on candidate accessibility and key debate topics—such as the Senate filibuster and federal spending—with James criticizing Graham for relying on softball interviews with national figures like Sean Hannity and Trey Gowdy while continuing to avoid local South Carolina media.

Good Morning BT with Bo Thompson and Beth Troutman | Wednesday, July 15th, 2026. 6:05 Beth’s Song of the Day | Beth's Train concert review 6:20 Guest: Theresa Payton (Cyber Security Expert) - Consumer protections in the age of A.I. 6:35 Beth's Deep Tease Payoff: Teen takeovers in the days of yore 6:50 RAM Biz Update; Best Ice Cream in NC...Tony's in Gastonia 7:05 GMBTeam asks "how do you shower?" 7:20 WBT text line reacts to GMBTeam shower talk 7:35 More Shower talk with Bo and Beth 7:50 Winterble Wednesday Returns: Crossing the Streams with Brett Winterble 8:05 Guest: Willie P (CLT FC PxP) - World Cup coverage 8:20 Willie P cont. - CLT FC axes PSLs 8:35 Guest: Dr. Scott Huffmon (Poli-Sci Professor at Winthrop) - Darlene Graham Nordone appointed as interim Senator 8:50 Dr. Scott Huffmon cont. 9:05 Guest: Wes Climer (Former SC State Senator and Congressional Candidate) - Thoughts on passing of Lindsey Graham and his legacy 9:20 CMPD Chief Patterson talks teen takeovers, New curfew proposed 9:50 Show wrapSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When two great minds come together, the results will be even greater. This is the case for Antonio Tolson and Dr. Tonya Arnold.  The pair has teamed up to raise awareness about autism and educate others about what the condition is all about, and how it affects families.          Antonio is a native of Washington, DC.  He moved to Charlotte, NC, in 2013, and would eventually marry the love of his life, Tonya.  Together, they share one son, AJ, who was diagnosed with autism in 2019.  "It all started with a lady from the AVA Clinic. She told us that our son has autism, good luck, and then walked out of our home," he says.  Antonio shares that moment left him and his wife speechless, but he realized that he needed to do something about his son's diagnosis.         In response to his son's diagnosis, they launched a nonprofit organization, AJ and The Cool Kids.  Some of the services provided by their organization include Occupational and Speech Therapy to their clients. They also conduct an annual walk at the Caramont Health Center in Gastonia, NC, during the first week of April.  They also conduct an annual gala during the first week of August.  "We try to give other families as much support as possible and let them know that life isn't over just because their child has autism."        Dr. Tonya Arnold is originally from Greensboro, NC.  She attended North Carolina A&T State University and later transferred to Winston-Salem State University. There, she was commissioned into the US Army as a Second Lieutenant, serving for a total of 22 years.  She retired in 2015 and moved to Charlotte, which allowed her to be closer to her mother's side of her family, and also experience what it's like to live in a big city.  In Charlotte, she began working on her Masters in Public Administration.  She says, "Since being in Charlotte, when compared to living in Greensboro, and being active in various community service-based organizations, including working with small businesses and being in the military, I've noticed that our nonprofit doesn't get the necessary amount of funding and equity that most other businesses receive. I believe a lot of it is due to what has been coined "the hustle".  What I am trying to do with businesses and nonprofits, for-profits, and community-based organizations, is to make sure that they are legitimate, operationally sound, and are in compliance on the federal, local, and state levels."  Additionally, in her capacity, she initially began working as a consultant from a pro-bono perspective. Dr. Arnold has worked with sororities and with the Ben L. Smith High School Alumni Association in Greensboro. She is also a member of the Cobra Sports Foundation.  "In these roles, I have been able to understand processes," she says.  She also has a media and publishing arm with her brand.  With this, she gives opportunities to others to share their stories, which are relevant to them; their history and struggles told from their perspective.            Amazingly, with all that she has done, Dr. Arnold created a consulting business, Arnold Consulting Group.  She says that Antonio has greatly inspired her.  "Antonio and Tonya have allowed me to work with AJ and The Cool Kids for nearly four years.  He soon shared some visions he had with me.  I listened and asked him if he ever thought about writing a book.  He was open to the idea, and we met a few times to discuss the structure of what the book would be, until the idea became a reality," she says.        The book, A Father's Voice, Raising A Son with Autism, is about Antonio's son, AJ, but it also reaches fathers who have children with different disabilities and disorders.  A soft launch was held in March of this year. During that event, Antonio shared what the vision and intentions are for the book, and he also realized that a workbook should accompany it.              Since publishing his book, Antonio's schedule has become very busy.  He has been interviewed and made appearances on several television stations in Charlotte.  He has been a guest on a podcast and is scheduled for a few others. During the month of July, he will attend an Autism Dad Weekend event in Atlanta, GA.  On August 8th, they will host their annual gala and most significant fundraising event, themed Under The Cherry Moon.  It will be held at Caramont Health Park in Gastonia, NC.  In September, he's been asked to speak at The Autism Strong event, called Field Strong that will take place in Charlotte.          "Things are moving.  I am a person who puts high expectations on myself.  I do not like to do things halfway.  I can't thank Dr. Arnold enough for pushing me to write the book.  I always wanted the book to mean something to me, and not just for the sake of being an author.  I have learned since writing the book that there are a lot of men and fathers who feel like me, but just didn't know how to express themselves," Antonio says.        To purchase a copy of A Father's Voice, Raising A Son with Autism, please contact Antonio directly.  You may also find it on Amazon and Kindle.  To purchase tickets to attend their gala and to learn more about AJ and The Cool Kids, please visit their website.   www.ajandthecoolkids.org   www.huamimagazine.com

(WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE) On the morning of September 26, 2008, Larry Whitfield and Quanterrious McCoy—armed with a .357 handgun and an AK–47 assault rifle—entered the front door of the Fort Financial Credit Union in Gastonia, North Carolina. Only one of these would-be bank robbers would be sentenced to life in prison for it. Reb teaches you how not to rob a bank (but if you do, ask if any bystanders have high blood pressure). This is United States v. Whitfield (2015). *** REPORT: FELONY MURDER—An On-Ramp for Extreme Sentencing (updated May 2024): ⁠https://www.sentencingproject.org/app/uploads/2024/05/Felony-Murder-An-On-Ramp-for-Extreme-Sentencing.pdf⁠ *** THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS! Use our code REBUTTAL10 for 10% off your next SeatGeek order*: ⁠https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/REBUTTAL10⁠ Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discount. Elevate your summer wardrobe. Go to https://www.quince.com/rebuttal for FREE shipping on your order and 365-day returns! *** MERCH STORE IS LIVE! Shop Reb Masel and Rebuttal Pod merch: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://rebmasel.shop/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to PREORDER Reb's book: The Book They Throw At You—A Sarcastic Lawyer's Guide* To The Unholy Chaos of Our Legal System, *God No, Not Actual Legal Advice *** Follow @RebuttalPod on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Follow @Rebmasel on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! *** 00:00 - Intro 01:11 - CASE BEGINS. 01:30 - THE FACTS. 06:38 - FIRST DEGREE MURDER?! 12:33 - REAL CASES: FELONY MURDER PRISONERS. 19:37 - SO, THIS POLICY IS A NIGHTMARE? 24:11 - LARRY'S LIFE SENTENCE (SIKE?). 25:44 - Did Mary Parnell "accompany" Larry Whitfield? 27:19 - U.S. SUPREME COURT DECISION. 31:37 - Reb's Rebuttal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE) On the morning of September 26, 2008, Larry Whitfield and Quanterrious McCoy—armed with a .357 handgun and an AK–47 assault rifle—entered the front door of the Fort Financial Credit Union in Gastonia, North Carolina. Only one of these would-be bank robbers would be sentenced to life in prison for it. Reb teaches you how not to rob a bank (but if you do, ask if any bystanders have high blood pressure). This is United States v. Whitfield (2015). *** REPORT: FELONY MURDER—An On-Ramp for Extreme Sentencing (updated May 2024): ⁠https://www.sentencingproject.org/app/uploads/2024/05/Felony-Murder-An-On-Ramp-for-Extreme-Sentencing.pdf⁠ *** THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS! Use our code REBUTTAL10 for 10% off your next SeatGeek order*: ⁠https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/REBUTTAL10⁠ Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discount. Elevate your summer wardrobe. Go to https://www.quince.com/rebuttal for FREE shipping on your order and 365-day returns! *** MERCH STORE IS LIVE! Shop Reb Masel and Rebuttal Pod merch: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://rebmasel.shop/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to PREORDER Reb's book: The Book They Throw At You—A Sarcastic Lawyer's Guide* To The Unholy Chaos of Our Legal System, *God No, Not Actual Legal Advice *** Follow @RebuttalPod on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Follow @Rebmasel on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! *** 00:00 - Intro 01:11 - CASE BEGINS. 01:30 - THE FACTS. 06:38 - FIRST DEGREE MURDER?! 12:33 - REAL CASES: FELONY MURDER PRISONERS. 19:37 - SO, THIS POLICY IS A NIGHTMARE? 24:11 - LARRY'S LIFE SENTENCE (SIKE?). 25:44 - Did Mary Parnell "accompany" Larry Whitfield? 27:19 - U.S. SUPREME COURT DECISION. 31:37 - Reb's Rebuttal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this re-release of Gaston's Great, we're revisiting our conversation with Jennie Stultz — a trailblazing leader who made history as Gastonia's first female mayor and has spent decades serving our community through education, public service, and nonprofit leadership.Jennie shares her journey from the classroom to City Hall, the lessons she learned leading a growing city, and her continued passion for strengthening communities both locally and around the world. Her story is one of service, vision, and a deep commitment to making Gaston County a better place for future generations.In this episode, you'll hear about:• How her background in education shaped her approach to leadership.• The experience of serving as Gastonia's first female mayor and helping guide the city's growth.• Building connections through community partnerships and international Sister Cities programs.• Her work in nonprofit leadership, consulting, and community development after public office.Whether you're interested in local history, leadership, community service, or making a difference where you live, this conversation offers valuable insights from one of Gastonia's most influential civic leaders.Tune in and enjoy this special re-release of Episode 172 with Jennie Stultz.

As the United States approaches its 250th anniversary, Labor History Today visits Old Slater Mill in Pawtucket, Rhode Island, widely considered the birthplace of the American Industrial Revolution. In this excerpt from The Manufacturing Report, host Scott Paul tours the historic mill with National Park Service Ranger Allison Horrocks. Together they explore how Samuel Slater brought Britain's closely guarded textile technology to the United States, the role of Moses Brown and early investors, the rise of the Rhode Island mill system, and the transformation of work from home-based production to factory labor. The conversation also examines the human costs of industrialization, including child labor, the commodification of workers, the emergence of wage labor, and the first worker resistance to the factory system. Plus: Labor History in Two remembers the 1929 Gastonia textile strike and the struggle of Southern textile workers to organize. Questions, comments, or suggestions are welcome, and to find out how you can be a part of Labor History Today, email us at LaborHistoryToday@gmail.com Labor History Today is produced by the Labor Heritage Foundation and the Kalmanovitz Initiative for Labor and the Working Poor. #LaborRadioPod #History #WorkingClass #ClassStruggle @GeorgetownKILWP #LaborHistory @UMDMLA @ILLaborHistory @AFLCIO @StrikeHistory #LaborHistory @wrkclasshistory  

This week, Mountain Murders recraps the latest in crime headlines!  Video of an officer-involved shooting in Gastonia, NC, has gone viral. Alec Murdaugh's conviction was overturned by the SC Supreme Court. A triple homicide in Fairview, NC, shocked the community. A Myrtle Beach woman was caught with "designer drugs" stamped with a Louis Vuitton symbol. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mountain-murders--3281847/support.

Joseph S. Moore is a historian, author, and investor who spent a decade reading nearly every piece of financial advice published in America over the past 300 years, testing those lessons himself, and distilling them into his HarperCollins book How to Get Rich in American History, selected by Malcolm Gladwell and Adam Grant for their Next Big Idea Club.Episode Sponsor: Fiscal AI is a modern data terminal that gives investors instant access to twenty years of financials, earnings transcripts, and extensive segment and KPI data—use my link for a two-week free trial plus 15% off: https://fiscal.ai/talkingbillions/3:00 — Joseph's working-class South Carolina roots: mother born into a home with no flush toilet, father's family led the famous Gastonia mill strike in the 1920s, grew up in a household that voted communist.5:00 — Bogumil shares his parallel experience growing up in communist Poland and watching the country transform after embracing free markets.8:00 — The church basement class that saved Joseph from the 2008 crisis: bought a house as a grad student, a Dave Ramsey budgeting class revealed the danger, sold the house one week before the market froze.11:00 — The American Dream: people have declared it dead since the 1670s. Joseph introduces "Big Woe" — the despair industrial complex of journalists, politicians, and academics incentivized to sell doom.17:00 — Upward mobility data: in the 1800s, 20-30% moved from bottom to middle class; today, 60% escape the bottom, 10% go all the way to the top. "We have more economic mobility than we've ever had."23:00 — Dismantling financial shibboleths: compound interest only recently became powerful (people didn't live long enough), stocks didn't reliably beat bonds until after WWII, real estate stayed flat for a century in most cities.31:00 — Old ideas in new packaging: latte factor advice dates to the 1800s, crypto mirrors 10,000 self-issued currencies before the Civil War ("all self-issued currencies eventually go to zero"), Airbnb reimagines the oldest mortgage payoff strategy.37:00 — Fast time vs. slow time: most of life is lived in slow time — the daily decisions about career, marriage, savings that determine whether you can seize opportunities when fast time arrives. Story of Norman McGee buying foreclosed homes during the Depression.42:00 — Women as unsung financial heroes throughout American history. Agnes Taylor, a beat cop's wife, paid off a New York brownstone by renting rooms. "Capitalism is a team sport. Marriage is a superpower."51:00 — Hope as a financial asset: CFPB studies found a positive attitude plus saving habit outpredicted income and inheritance for financial wellness.56:00 — FIRE movement as the "crossfit of personal finance" — financially independent people throughout history only thrived when they found meaningful work to do.1:04:00 — Generational wealth doesn't last: 90% of top 1%'s grandchildren are not wealthy. "Tutors outperform trust funds." Human capital is 30x the value of the stock market.1:09:00 — Joseph's definition of success: a great marriage, raising good kids, getting good enough at something that people trust you. "The money could go away and I'd have all those other things."Podcast Program – Disclosure StatementBlue Infinitas Capital, LLC is a registered investment adviser and the opinions expressed by the Firm's employees and podcast guests on this show are their own and do not reflect the opinions of Blue Infinitas Capital, LLC. All statements and opinions expressed are based upon information considered reliable although it should not be relied upon as such. Any statements or opinions are subject to change without notice.Information presented is for educational purposes only and does not intend to make an offer or solicitation for the sale or purchase of any specific securities, investments, or investment strategies. Investments involve risk and unless otherwise stated, are not guaranteed.

This is part four of a ten-part series from Garrett, a residential contractor on a remote forty-seven-acre property in the southern Appalachians of western North Carolina.After the vocal mimicry encounter in October 2015, Garrett pulled back from the back acreage and spent the late fall and early winter in a contracted routine close to the cabin. The knocking went quiet by mid-December, and he assumed the creature had withdrawn deeper into the national forest for the cold months.On the night of January 8, 2016, a storm dropped nine inches of fresh snow. Garrett woke the next morning to a pristine landscape and discovered a line of enormous bipedal tracks leading from the northeast tree line to the cabin in a straight, undeviating path. The tracks circled the full perimeter of the structure, pausing at the southwest corner directly outside his bedroom window and again at the back door, where handprints in the snow on the log wall indicated something had leaned against the cabin with both palms splayed.The trail then crossed the meadow to Bishop Creek, where the thing entered the water and vanished without leaving an exit trail on either bank.Garrett called his friend Cliff, who drove up from Gastonia and spent the afternoon examining and measuring the evidence. Individual prints measured seventeen inches long and punched through the full snowpack into frozen ground.Handprints beside the back door extended beyond the span of Cliff's outstretched hand. The stride averaged fifty-four inches at a walking pace.That evening, after Cliff left, Garrett went out to recheck the tracks and discovered a second set of prints paralleling his own bootprints from that morning. Something had returned and retraced his exact route around the cabin. At the bedroom window, the new tracks stepped even closer than the overnight set, and knuckle impressions on the windowsill indicated something had leaned forward to look inside. After midnight, Garrett heard four sequential wood strikes descending from the ridge toward the cabin, each closer and louder than the last. The final strike, from roughly thirty-five yards away, rattled the window glass. At dawn, he found a fresh trail ending at a massive red oak near the cabin, its bark shattered at eight feet by a single blow.Garrett reflects on the realization that the winter visits had likely been occurring all along, invisible without snow, and that the creature's nightly routine included circling the cabin and observing him while he slept.The series continues with Story Five, in which Garrett hikes to a bluff overlook that Earl warned him never to visit after dark.Have you experienced a Bigfoot sighting, Sasquatch encounter, Dogman experience, UFO sighting, or any unexplained cryptid or paranormal event deep in the woods? We want to hear your story.Email your encounter to brian@paranormalworldproductions.com for a chance to be featured on a future episode of Backwoods Bigfoot Stories.Backwoods Bigfoot Stories is a paranormal storytelling podcast featuring real Bigfoot encounters, Sasquatch sightings, Dogman reports, cryptid experiences, and true scary stories from the backwoods.Follow the show and turn on automatic downloads so you never miss a chilling encounter from the forest. Listen with the lights off… if you dare.

Your favorite Gaston County planners, Jamie and Peyton, are back with a new episode! They're talking with their colleagues from the City of Gastonia about why city and county zoning rules are often different, and some of the differences between the two that you may not know about. 

This is part one of a ten-part series from a single witness named Garrett, a residential contractor from Gastonia, North Carolina, who recounts a decade of escalating encounters on one remote mountain property in the southern Appalachians.Garrett has been listening to Sasquatch Odyssey, Backwoods Bigfoot Stories, Disturbing History, and The Guilty Files for over two years and asked that his experiences be shared in order. After losing his mother in February 2014, Garrett used his inheritance to purchase a forty-seven-acre property and hand-built cabin from an eighty-two-year-old man named Earl, whose wife Reba had passed the previous autumn after more than four decades together on the land. Garrett moved in during May 2014 with his red heeler mix, Bowie, and began renovating the cabin while settling into the quiet of mountain life. Within three weeks, he started hearing sharp wood knocks from the ridgeline northeast of the cabin each evening, arriving consistently within a twenty-minute window after sunset. He logged the sounds for weeks, tracking their timing, rhythm, and direction, and noted that they were occasionally answered from entirely different positions in the surrounding hollow. Bowie's behavior shifted noticeably during this stretch, refusing to cross the northern tree line and relocating his sleeping spot to a hallway position between the bedroom and the back door. In late July 2014, Garrett knocked back using a piece of oak firewood against a hickory tree and received matching patterns from the ridge within seconds. After a heavy rainstorm in early August, he found a line of seventeen-and-a-quarter-inch bipedal tracks pressed into clay along a game trail leading from the ridge toward his cabin, each showing five individually articulated toes and a defined arch at a depth suggesting several hundred pounds behind every step.The story reaches its peak on the evening of September 27, 2014, when Garrett spotted a massive upright figure standing between two white oaks at the meadow's edge. He describes a broad, hair-covered form estimated between seven and eight feet tall with coloring close to dark walnut bark.The figure watched him briefly, turned, and stepped into the forest with a single heavy footfall. Later that night, he heard a deep, sustained vocalization from the direction it had gone, unlike anything he had ever encountered in the woods.Have you experienced a Bigfoot sighting, Sasquatch encounter, Dogman experience, UFO sighting, or any unexplained cryptid or paranormal event deep in the woods? We want to hear your story.Email your encounter to brian@paranormalworldproductions.com for a chance to be featured on a future episode of Backwoods Bigfoot Stories.Backwoods Bigfoot Stories is a paranormal storytelling podcast featuring real Bigfoot encounters, Sasquatch sightings, Dogman reports, cryptid experiences, and true scary stories from the backwoods.Follow the show and turn on automatic downloads so you never miss a chilling encounter from the forest. Listen with the lights off… if you dare.

New York Times bestselling novelist Wiley Cash joins the Holler to talk about storytelling, Southern identity, and what it means to be a North Carolina writer. Wiley reflects on growing up in Gastonia around religious family members who spoke in tongues, the small-town dynamics that shaped his novels, and how homesickness while living in Louisiana pushed him to write the book that launched his career. We also get into the craft of writing (including why he thinks “show, don't tell” is terrible advice), the long tradition of Southern storytelling, and his new venture Flood Plain Books, an independent bookstore opening in Wilmington designed to bring readers, writers, and good conversation together.Join the Holler and help us build a better North Carolina, one conversation at a time

00:00 All right, let's go to the WRD talk line. We'll talk to Robert in Mills River. How you doing, Robert? I'm doing good, Charlie. How are you? I'm great. What's up, I was just thinking this little old joke. He's talking about the jokes there. This is on Alatola back in the day. They said he went to get an examination at the hospital and all and the doctor told him, know, 00:25 He examined me and he said, you're healthy and body-wide. said, you're going to have to take that turbin off your head, you know, and let me look under it. I told him, no, you, I never took it off. said, you're going have take it off. So he took it off, he looked at me. 00:42 there's a frog sitting on top of his head. And he said, how'd that get that frog? started with the ward on my butt. I appreciate it, Robert. Thank you, buddy. Let's go to Lucas in Piedmont. What you doing, Lucas? Hey, Charlie. Happy Friday. Yes, sir. You too. So, you know, some incomplete thoughts here, but you had mentioned that, Joe, you were talking about a dirty bomb and whatnot. And of course, know, how it would negatively affect 01:10 the Muslim community. uh Only that reminds you of exactly uh Mamdani's sob story about how after 9-11 his mother got mean looks on the subway and how the entire thing of, know, 3000 people killed innocently, uh you know, just doing their own thing in this radically charged uh ideology and somehow 01:39 she's the victim here because people were uncomfortable. Yeah, and that whole thing, that was a Norm MacDonald joke. I appreciate the text for reminding me. couldn't, for some reason, Norm MacDonald's name slipped my mind. But he told that joke and then Mondani actually lived it out or claimed to live it. But it turned out it wasn't even his mom, it was his aunt or something ridiculous like that. They always have to come up with something. on the subject, uh 02:06 You know, it always seems like when it comes to, um, you know, the Muhammad Ali Abu Bakr names and, you know, how many shootings have we had at churches and synagogues and attempts to, uh, you know, detonate bombs in the ideology. 02:27 And everyone's like, well, we really don't know what the ideology is, or we don't know what the motive was. Right, yeah. They're saying that about Michigan right now. Well, of course. But then, your Twitter ex-harasser there who was like, oh, why don't you call out white people? Anytime there's a white person or something like that, they're like, oh, it must have been Trump, must have been radical Christianity or something like that. Yeah, white nationalism. to say that Charlie Kirk's shooter is still on the right. 02:56 Yeah, not because they're trying to throw out evidence from his social media accounts. It shows that it's not exactly true. Yep. And, know, uh, Jesse Smollett. Oh yeah. These guys tried to, tried to hurt me. And still we've got people on the left, like Abby Phillips and all them who were trying to say, well he was accosted and you know, is an anti, anti left, uh, Trump extremism that's out there. I mean, stop it. It's like, come on people. You're right. 03:25 You're right Lucas, they never want to take responsibility. Janice is in Gastonia. Janice, welcome. Hi Charlie. Hey, well I hope you're doing well on this Friday the 13th. I know right. Going under any ladders or crossing black cats. I hope not today. 03:44 And I'm hoping that I'm not the only one that feels this way. if it naturalized citizen commits a federal crime, I don't want to pay for them to go to prison. I don't want their butts out of this country where they can't hurt nobody else. There's no rehabilitation. They've proven that time and time again. And if I'm not mistaken, the attacks that we've had the last two weeks, it's either been children of naturalized citizens or naturalized citizens. 04:15 hate to say it, we need to get rid of the Muslims that believe the extreme Islamic only because you cannot, they believe and it's legal for them to marry a ni ...

This week, we're shining a light on the incredible impact of Bit of Hope Ranch right here in Gastonia, NC. A place where healing, hope, and connection come together through equine-assisted programs.

In Episode 282 of Outside The Round, host Matt Burrill sits down with rising country artist Dalton Davis to talk about his rocket-ship rise from Gastonia, North Carolina to Nashville. Dalton breaks down the story behind his breakout hit “Cows in the Front Yard,” the song that changed everything and helped propel him to signing with MCA Records. He shares what it was like making the move to Nashville, building the right team, and navigating the music industry while staying true to his Carolina roots. The conversation dives into full-circle moments, international traction including success in Canada, and the vision behind his upcoming album. Dalton also reflects on the importance of belief, networking, and trusting your sound in a competitive industry. It's an honest look at momentum, mindset, and what happens when preparation meets opportunity. Follow on Social Media: Dalton Davis: @cowboycasanova Matt Burrill: @raisedrowdymatt Outside The Round: @outsidetheround Raised Rowdy: @raisedrowdy Chapters (00:00:00) - Dalton Davis(00:03:04) - Dalton on Making the Jump to Nashville(00:07:22) - I love that your voice is so distinct(00:08:32) - Tennessee Slim on Chasing Country Music(00:13:05) - Cowboy Casanova on Opening for Blake Shelton(00:17:47) - Rock the Country: The Country Is Countrywide(00:21:23) - Cold Shows on the Road(00:22:15) - Back To The Smoking Section(00:24:09) - Charleston musician on his family's music(00:26:54) - Dalton Davis on New Music Coming in 2021(00:30:01) - Redneck Song(00:34:01) - What Would You Tell That Guy Who's Leaning on a Car(00:36:48) - Meg Ronnie on Her First Number One of 2021(00:38:27) - Dalton Davis on His New Song "Coming Soon"

Whenever someone is known as “The Crazy Mustang Man,” you know there's a story to tell. So Mike and John tracked down Lyle Sturgis, the famed SVT / Roush / RTR Performance Manager at Tindol Ford in Gastonia, NC for an explanation on just how he earned that name. Since Mike Rey had worked at Roush a while back, you can be sure that he and Lyle will have some insider “remember when?” stuff to share with all of us!

We wanna hear from you! Send us a message here :) Dalton Davis is an exhilarating new face in country music. Born in Gastonia, NC, the rising star's one-of-a-kind upbringing—from rural roots to being adopted by touring gospel artists and learning to record from hip-hop engineers—has culminated in a powerful, gritty sound that fuses outlaw edge with undeniable soul. Having already commanded stages across the country, opening for heavy hitters like Kameron Marlowe, Brantley Gilbert, Midland, Ashley McBryde, Gary Allen and Dwight Yoakam, Dalton has relocated to Nashville after years of crafting his sound in Chattanooga. Recently signed to MCA, he is poised for a breakout moment with the release of his magnetic new single, “Cows In The Front Yard,” proving that the most authentic country stories are often the most complex.Support the show

Jason Andrews was a bi-sexual porn actor and model living in Chicago. One day in 2009, he met sex worker/kink porn actress Amanda Logue and the two had a deep connection that began a romantic relationship between them. The couple moved to Florida and devised a plan together. They wanted to murder someone in a thrill kill for their own arousal. Dennis Scooter Abrahamsen called upon Amanda's sex worker services in May of 2010. He hired her to come and satisfy him and his two friends. After Amanda completed her work for Scooter, she still had business to take care of, and called in her boyfriend Jason.Our True Crime quickie is from Gastonia, North Carolina in 2021.https://www.patreon.com/c/rainbowcrimesPromo for Murder in the PNWIntro: Shire Girl by David FesilyanOutro: Beating Heart by David RendaResources:https://abc7.com/archive/7559039/https://www.local3news.com/former-adult-film-actor-arrested-in-chattanooga-for-sledgehammer-murder/article_071ae49f-50b0-50b5-ab0f-d5a054647db3.htmlhttps://baynews9.com/fl/tampa/news/2012/5/21/porn_actress_takes_p?cid=rsshttps://www.cbsnews.com/news/porn-actors-accused-of-killing-tattoo-artist/https://www.tampabay.com/life-culture/2021/09/03/new-port-richey-porn-star-murder-case-reexamined-on-cnns-sex-murder/https://www.tampabay.com/news/courts/criminal/porn-actor-pleads-guilty-in-murder-of-new-port-richey-tattoo-parlor-owner/1212272/https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2147839/Amanda-Logue-porn-star-Sunny-Dae-pleads-guilty-killing-tattoo-shop-owner.htmlhttps://www.oxygen.com/in-ice-cold-blood/crime-time/florida-biker-brutally-murdered-porn-star-couple-scooter-abrahamsen#:~:text=%E2%80%9CIn%20my%20career%2C%20I',could%20do%20such%20a%20thing.%E2%80%9Dhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XjZOH9bgSdUhttps://www.wsoctv.com/news/local/tahj-wall-guilty-first-degree-murder-2021-shooting-boyfriend/6C2EODVN7ZH6ZBSFMMNC7DMOYU/https://lawandcrime.com/crime/man-shot-his-boyfriend-in-the-head-and-then-drove-around-with-dead-body-for-6-hours-to-show-people-the-corpse/https://x.com/TrueCrimeUpdat/status/1944634660421804470Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beyond-the-rainbow-podcast--4398945/support.

— You durn foolWaves of hot lava washed down my throat, past my lungs, and hit my stomach like an acid avalanche.By day, Nick Sipe works as a mild-mannered IT manager for a Fortune 150 company. By night, he mostly recovers from the workday, but occasionally finds time to write. He enjoys writing Twilight Zone-style short stories, mostly horror and light sci-fi. Nick is currently shopping his debut novel, “Midnight Springs,” to literary agents. “Midnight Springs” is the first in a planned horror-Western series that sends classic monsters (think Frankenstein, Van Helsing, the Wolfman) to the Wild West to tangle with their American counterparts (think witches, the Headless Horseman, the Wendigo). Nick live in Gastonia, North Carolina. He is a member of Charlotte Writers Club.

HealthNet Gaston and Unity Baptist Church are taking the lead on a Cold Weather Station this winter, in sponsorship by the City of Gastonia and Gaston County. Hear how these groups are working together to provide a warm place to stay during the winter's coldest nights, and how you can get involved. 

In 1944, Hickory became the epicenter of a polio outbreak. First one case, then dozens more until hospitals in Charlotte and Gastonia were overwhelmed. Hickory didn't have its own hospital, but a decision was made to build one. That's the Miracle of Hickory, but there's a lot more to it.

Episode 177 is on fire — in the best way!

“Trillions on the line: Trump, Saudi Arabia, and the global dollar

In this episode of Gaston's Great, we're joined by Chris Ballard from the Gastonia Ghost Peppers, Gastonia's newest and spiciest addition to the local sports scene! ⚾

This week on Gaston's Great, we're joined by Brent Messer, owner of Facet Foundry Jewelry Studio in Gastonia, NC.Since 1992, Brent and his team have been crafting stunning, custom jewelry pieces that blend creativity, precision, and a personal touch. From engagement rings to restorations, Facet Foundry has become a trusted name across Gaston County for artistry and integrity.In this episode, Brent shares how he discovered his passion for jewelry design, how the local community has shaped his business, and what it means to build lasting relationships through craftsmanship.

On this episode of Gaston's Great, we're honored to sit down with Jennie Stultz — the first female mayor of Gastonia (serving from 1999–2011) who went on to lead community and education initiatives across the region! Jennie shares her journey from early-childhood education to public service, her passion for community revitalization and global connections through the Sister Cities program, and how she's turned her leadership into building stronger non-profits and local partnerships today. Whether you're a business owner, community leader, or someone curious about the power of civic leadership, this conversation is packed with inspiration and actionable insights.Tune in to hear about:How an early career in education shaped her leadership style.The story of being Gastonia's first female mayor and navigating change in a growing community.Building bridges globally and locally through programs like sister cities and service initiatives.Her transition into consulting, non-profit leadership, and how she continues to impact Gaston County today.Don't miss this deep dive into vision, community service, and designing a life of purpose with one of Gastonia's true civic champions.WATCH NOW

In this special episode, we quickly break down what's on the ballot in Mecklenburg County for the 2025 election — from the Charlotte City Council races to the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools Board of Education contests and the closely watched transit tax referendum.Tony Mecia of The Charlotte Ledger and Sucharita Kodali of The Election Hub explain what each race means for the future of the community, how the proposed transit sales tax referendum could reshape the region's transportation network and what's at stake in local leadership and education policy.For reliable, nonpartisan information on candidates and issues, visit TheElectionHub.org. It has biographies on every candidate on the Mecklenburg ballot (including races in Mecklenburg's towns), plus information on candidates in the Gaston County cities of Gastonia, Belmont and Mount Holly. It's a project designed to make it easier for local residents to make informed choices.Tune into this episode of The Charlotte Ledger Podcast for a clear, concise overview of what's on the ballot and why it matters for Charlotte's future.Election Day is Tuesday, Nov. 4. Early voting runs at 21 sites through Nov. 1.We hope you enjoy the conversation.This episode of The Charlotte Ledger Podcast was produced by Lindsey Banks. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit charlotteledger.substack.com/subscribe

In this episode of Stories from the River, we sit down with three inspiring Broad River Retail General Managers at the end of an impactful day from the Fort Mill, SC, campus where Broad River held its "Pioneering the Path - a Purpose 8:28 Experience" full learning and development day for all of its retail leaders on August 28, 2025. We sit down with Sonya De La Cruz of Hickory; Brett Cary of Asheville; and Seth Logue of Gastonia to explore what makes the company's culture so unique and impactful. Through their personal stories and leadership experiences, they reveal how Broad River's servant-minded leadership approach and people-first values have shaped their careers and their teams. The conversation highlights the power of choosing positivity and leading with purpose, while also emphasizing how vision, planning, and intentional action help drive success. Each retail leader shares how Broad River's senior leadership sets the tone by genuinely investing in every Memory Maker, knowing them by name, supporting their growth, and practicing the culture rather than simply talking about it. Their insights reinforce that success at Broad River is not solely measured by numbers or KPIs, but by elevating people, fostering belief, and building meaningful relationships. This episode is a reminder that the culture at Broad River Retail is alive in daily actions, not slogans on a wall. It paints a vivid picture of a company that dreams boldly, plans thoughtfully, moves with purpose, and grows together as one team. For anyone who values personal development, servant leadership, and the joy of helping others win, this is an inspiring conversation you won't want to miss. Watch the video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/WxeWQ_beD4E  Visit https://www.storiesfromtheriver.com for more episodes.   Broad River Retail brought this show to you. Visit https://BroadRiverRetail.com       Follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/broad-river-retail   

Cronic Disorder is one of Gastonia's longest tenured metal bands and arguably the most beloved. From being signed to a record label to touring the country and seeing success in Europe, this band has a lot of stories to tell, and we only scratched the surface in this interview. Get to know the guys, then come see them this Saturday, October 25th at the 7th Annual Carolina Headbangers Ball!https://linktr.ee/cronicdisorderbandhttps://www.freshtix.com/events/7th-annual-carolina-headbangers-ball

What happens when God calls a loved pastor away from his current church to pastor another church? What happens when a new pastor steps in? What challenges are there and what cultural changes take place? Hear the story from the new pastor's point of view.Rev. Brian Williams and Rev. Kasey Sees speak with Rev. Micah Narlock who assumed the pastorate of The Rock Church of Morganton, North Carolina, when Rev. Billy Chapman (see All Things Apostolic, S3, E69-70) was directed by God to pastor The Rock Church in Gastonia, North Carolina. Rev. Narlock has unique insights into this challenging situation.Rev. Narlock uses the Bible studies "Into His Marvelous Light," available at www.OneHourBibleStudy.com, and "Victorious Living," written by his father-in-law, Roger Simpson. "Victorious Living" which will be available soon in Amazon.

The Port of Los Angeles, which handled 10.3 million TEUs in 2024 and forms the busiest U.S. container gateway with Long Beach, plans to build a brand new terminal to accommodate the world's largest container ships. The new Pier 500 project will comprise two berths and 3,000 feet of wharf on 200 acres of land along the Pier 400 channel, with LA currently seeking proposals for a pre-development agreement regarding financial feasibility and other requirements.  In legal news, former Surface Transportation Board member Robert Primus filed a federal lawsuit challenging his August 27th dismissal by President Trump, who removed him without giving a reason. Primus, the sole STB member to vote against the 2023 Canadian Pacific-Kansas City Southern merger, claims his firing violated the law requiring STB members to be removed only for causes like neglect of duty or malfeasance, and he is suing the President, STB Chairman Patrick Fuchs, and the STB.  Walmart announced plans to build a $300 million fulfillment center in Kings Mountain, near Gastonia, North Carolina, which will be a 1.3 million square foot facility expected to open in 2027. This new center is designed to help Walmart serve customers faster, potentially shipping large items, while creating 300 jobs supported by a potential $4 million state job development grant. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Many Threads, formerly Building Belmont, returns with an expanded vision connecting people throughout Gaston County through meaningful conversations and community building. Hosts Keanu Trujillo and Sam Kline share their passion for the area, their entrepreneurial journeys, and their vision for creating a platform that highlights the interconnected nature of our communities.• Introduction to the rebranded platform "Many Threads" expanding from Belmont to all of Gaston County• Meet co-host Sam Klein, commercial real estate expert with Mecca Commercial• How Preston Wilson has been a common thread and catalyst for both hosts' careers• Discussion of current projects including Loray Mill's revitalization and downtown Gastonia's transformation• Preview of upcoming guests including Jim Morasso, Ivory Torrence, and Rob Presley• Introduction of "The Rumor Mill" segment where listeners can submit community rumors for verificationSend us your questions, rumors, and suggestions for guests through our social media channels. We want to know what interests you and how we can better connect our community through this platform.

In this continuing discussion from last week, Rev. Kasey Sees and Rev. Brian Williams are joined by Rev. Billy Chapman, the pastor of The Rock Church of Gastonia, North Carolina, and the Church Development Chairman of the Worldwide Pentecostal Fellowship. Today, they will be discussing the fourth, fifth, and sixth keys to soul winning: Convert, Copy, and Celebrate. Pastor Chapman can be reached at TheRockPastor@RocketMail.com.

Joining Rev Kasey Sees and Rev. Brian Williams, today, is Rev. Billy Chapman, the pastor of The Rock Church of Gastonia, North Carolina, and the Church Development Chairman of the Worldwide Pentecostal Fellowship. Today, they will be discussing the first three of six keys to soul winning: Connect, Consent, and Compel. In next week's episode they will discuss the fourth through sixth keys. Pastor Chapman can be reached at TheRockPastor@RocketMail.com.

On this week's episode of Gaston's Great, we're thrilled to welcome Jeannine Beert, the passionate leader of Hearts 2 Home.

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Send us a textIn this week's episode of Gaston's Great, we're honored to welcome Jimmy McCallister—a man whose story begins in West Virginia and unfolds into a legacy of faith-driven leadership in Belmont and Gastonia, NC.Jimmy takes us through his upbringing, the path that brought him to North Carolina, and the values that have shaped his service in the community. Whether through his career, ministry, or everyday connections, Jimmy has impacted countless lives—and his story is one of resilience, humility, and purpose.Don't miss this heartfelt conversation that highlights what it truly means to live a life of meaning and make a difference right where you are.Learn more about Jimmy McCallister and his work at his website below:Click Here!WATCH NOW

The Gastonia Ghost Peppers, an independent professional team in the Atlantic League, played with seven different identities in 2024, then let fans vote on which one should be the permanent brand. Guests include: Nick Matarese, The Barn Creative Ed Currie, PuckerButt Pepper Company, puckerbuttpeppercompany.com Dan Simon, Studio Simon: www.studiosimon.net, Insta @studio_simon Find the Baseball By Design podcast online: Instagram @baseballbydesign Threads @baseballbydesign Bluesky @baseballbydesign.bsky.social linktr.ee/BaseballByDesign Baseball By Design is a member of the Curved Brim Media Network.

Rob Williford is a GRAMMY-nominated artist and songwriter originally from Gastonia, North Carolina. He's written songs for artists including Luke Combs—penning several #1 hits like “Doin' This,” “One Number Away,” and the RIAA-Certified Diamond single “Beautiful Crazy”—as well as Tim McGraw and others. His new record, Johnny & Jenny, was released on June 27th, 2025.In this episode, we talk about Rob's journey from small-town North Carolina to writing arena anthems, making records in Muscle Shoals, his creative process, how he approaches his own music, and many other stops along the way.This episode is also sponsored by The Graphic Guitar Guys. They create eye-catching custom guitar wraps for some of the biggest artists and festivals in the music industry. Their work is perfect for adding a unique touch to album pre-sale bundles or VIP package items—check them out and discover how they can transform a guitar into a show-stopping work of art.New Episodes every Tuesday.Find the host Troy Cartwright on Twitter, Instagram. Social Channels for Ten Year Town:YoutubeFacebookInstagramTwitterTikTokThis podcast was produced by Ben VanMaarth. Intro and Outro music for this episode was composed by Troy Cartwright, Monty Criswell, and Derek George. It is called "Same" and you can listen to it in it's entirety here. Additional music for this episode was composed by Thomas Ventura. Artwork design by Brad Vetter. Creative Direction by Mary Lucille Noah.

Send us a textThis week on Gaston's Great, we're joined by Greg Dills—CEO of Page Power Systems, co-president of the Rotary Club, and one of Gaston County's most respected leaders. But before all that? He was just Steven's elementary school friend.

In this two-part deep dive, Tara and Producer Tim explore how American parenting has evolved from the free-range childhoods of the past to today's climate of fear and overprotection. Prompted by the tragic death of 7-year-old Legend Jenkins in Gastonia, NC — and the controversial manslaughter charges against his parents — they ask: How much freedom is too much for kids? The conversation then pivots to a disturbing case of a South Carolina mother allegedly executed by illegal immigrants, and the media's deafening silence. From nostalgic memories to hard-hitting truths about crime, culture, and justice, this powerful segment questions whether America is protecting its most vulnerable — or punishing them.

In this gripping and emotional segment, Tara and Producer Tim reflect on their own childhood freedoms and contrast them with today's tightly supervised parenting norms. Sparked by the heartbreaking death of 7-year-old Legend Jenkins in Gastonia, NC — and the controversial criminal charges against his parents — the discussion delves into how much the world has changed, whether the justice system is overreaching, and how fear and tragedy have reshaped American childhood. The show also covers a brutal killing in South Carolina by illegal immigrants and a major cartel-related nightclub bust, raising questions about media silence, justice, and public safety in the face of growing crime and political inaction.

This week, in Gastonia, North Carolina, when bodies start being found in remote locations, detectives must piece together the last brutal hours of these lives. After speaking to many people, detectives find one particular man, who has too many coincidences with all the victims. He shockingly confesses to everything they're suspicious of, then begins to tell police about even more murders!!Along the way, we find out that bands named after dirt bikes might not be that great, that smoking crack is dangerous for many reasons, and that once you give a detailed confession, it's hard to take it back!!New episodes every Thursday!Donate at: patreon.com/crimeinsports or go to paypal.com and use our email: crimeinsports@gmail.comGo to shutupandgivememurder.com for all things Small Town Murder & Crime In Sports!Follow us on...twitter.com/@murdersmallfacebook.com/smalltownpodinstagram.com/smalltownmurderAlso, check out James & Jimmie's other show, Crime In Sports! On Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, Wondery, Wondery+, Stitcher, or wherever you listen to podcasts!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.