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If you could go back and spend four years at any fictional high school from the '80s, where would you enroll? Would you hang out with Spicoli at Ridgemont High? Serve Saturday detention with the Breakfast Club at Shermer High? Shoot hoops for Hickory? Learn the African Anteater Ritual at Crandall High? Or maybe you'd choose a school where there's absolutely no chance of being murdered by your classmates or attacked in your dreams. This week on Stuck in the '80s, Steve and Brad are going back to school as we pick the fictional high schools of the 1980s we'd most like to attend — and the ones we'd avoid at all costs. There are plenty of tempting choices. There's Weemawee High from Square Pegs, where being popular might be difficult but there's always the possibility you'll score an invitation to Buffy's bar mitzvah and see Devo perform. There's Ridgemont High from Fast Times at Ridgemont High, which was also the overwhelming favorite among our listeners. Sure, you might have to survive Mr. Hand's history class, but apparently you can have pizza delivered to class, visit a morgue on a field trip and spend the rest of your free time hanging around the mall. Then there's Hickory High from Hoosiers, where school spirit is off the charts and the enrollment is small enough that we might actually have a chance of making the basketball team. We also consider Rydell High from Grease 2, Crandall High from Can't Buy Me Love, Edwina Pearl High from Just One of the Guys and, of course, Shermer High, the center of the John Hughes universe. Shermer seems pretty appealing. Affluent Chicago suburb. Good education. Great house parties. Interesting classmates. Just don't get Saturday detention. Of course, not every fictional '80s high school belongs on the recruiting brochure. We'd probably skip Ampipe High from All the Right Moves unless we're particularly excited about a future at the local steel mill. We're definitely staying away from Beaumont High from Footloose, where dancing is illegal and nearly every adult seems determined to make teenagers miserable. Then there's Westerburg High from Heathers, where the murder rate alone should probably affect its U.S. News ranking. And we're absolutely not enrolling at Springwood High from A Nightmare on Elm Street. Any school where falling asleep during algebra can result in your gruesome death is an immediate dealbreaker. Bunker Hill Military Academy from Taps isn't looking much better. It's about to close, the townies hate you and there's a reasonable chance Timothy Hutton is going to get everyone killed. Otherwise, lovely campus. We also share your picks, including votes for the schools from Square Pegs, Better Off Dead, Summer School, Three O'Clock High and the John Hughes movies. But Ridgemont? Ridgemont wins by a landslide. The High School Class We Wish We'd Had We also have a special interview this week with Todd Shriver and Shawn Curtis, two Indiana high school teachers who have somehow managed to create what might be our dream job. They teach a class about the 1980s. Todd and Shawn tell us how the class came about, what parts of the decade they cover and what today's high school students think about the music, movies, history and pop culture their parents grew up with. Even better, they've managed to bring the decade to life through an impressive collection of interviews with '80s celebrities. Which leaves Steve with only one question: Where does he submit his résumé? Why We Never Really Forget High School There's a reason high school remains such a powerful setting for the movies and TV shows we grew up with. Those four years are when many of us first started dreaming about who we might someday become. It's where we found our people. Where many of us fell in love for the first time — and discovered heartbreak for the first time, too. It's where we were challenged academically, personally and sometimes morally. We made good decisions. We made terrible decisions. And somehow all of those experiences became little pieces of the adults we eventually turned into. And then there's the soundtrack. The songs and movies we discovered during high school never really leave us. Forty years later, one song can come on and suddenly you're not sitting in traffic anymore. You're 17 again. You're driving somebody's terrible first car. You're thinking about someone you had a crush on. You're remembering some completely ordinary Friday night that you had no idea you'd still be thinking about decades later. For four years, we were becoming ourselves. We just didn't know it yet. And if you were lucky enough to go to high school in the '80s, at least you had one hell of a soundtrack while you figured it out. Join Us on The '80s Cruise! Want to take your love of the '80s out of the classroom and onto the high seas? Join Stuck in the '80s on The '80s Cruise, where we'll once again be sailing with an incredible lineup of '80s artists and thousands of fellow fans of the decade. We'll be there hosting trivia, recording podcasts and enjoying a week when it's perfectly acceptable to dress like it's still 1985. When you book, use promo code STUCK and you'll receive $250 in onboard cabin credit. Class dismissed. See you at sea. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
The season is fast approaching which means so are your fantasy drafts so we thought who better to tell you everything you need to know ahead of the fantasy season than Prop O & our resident fantasy expert Neil Dutton. The boys deep dive into Dutts' Eagles & his expectations for the season before answering all the key fantasy questions. How big a year will Jahmyr Gibbs have? Is Kenneth Walker destined to be a success at the Chiefs? Will JSN have a drop off without Kubiak? Is Tucker Kraft destined to break out? All of these are answered plus plenty more including plenty of sleeper picks that might win you your league. ___ Smokin' BBQ, ice-cold beers, and all the NFL action you can handle. What's not to love, people? Check out Hickory's Smokehouse here: https://hickorys.co.uk ___ Check out the official Nat Coombs Show music playlist: http://open.spotify.com/playlist/0i1nSLaUJWxZMGCe8eJLQY ___ BONUS CONTENT! Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@TheNCShow ___ Follow Nat on X or Instagram: X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/natcoombs Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/natcoombs ___ NC Show socials: X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/thencshow Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thencshow Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thencshow/ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thencshow?lang=en Threads: https://www.threads.net/@thencshow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Washington Nationals just delivered one of their most complete wins of the season, shutting out the Chicago Cubs 7-0 behind a dominant performance from Cade Cavalli and another explosive game from Abimelec Ortiz. Cavalli was spectacular, throwing 8 innings of one-hit, shutout baseball with 10 strikeouts and 2 walks, carrying a no-hitter into the seventh inning. After weeks of rotation uncertainty and the trade of Foster Griffin, could Cavalli finally be emerging as the frontline starter Washington desperately needs? Then there's Ortiz. The rookie went 2-for-4 with 3 RBIs and another home run, pushing his early MLB totals to 4 homers, a .345 average and a 1.160 OPS through 11 games. The sample size is tiny, but the Nationals now have no choice but to find out exactly what they have. We'll break down why this 7-0 win matters beyond the standings, what Cavalli's performance means for the Nationals' pitching future, why Ortiz is becoming impossible to ignore, and whether Washington can carry this momentum into a nine-game road trip through New York, Texas and Miami. The Nationals aren't fixed. But suddenly, there are reasons to believe the future might be arriving sooner than expected. #Nationals #Nats #MLB #Natitude #CadeCavalli #AbimelecOrtiz Make your life easier with SeatGeek — the only ticket app that rates every deal so you know you're getting the best bang for your buck. And right now, SeatGeek is giving Nats MinuteCast listeners $20 off your first ticket purchase over $50. Just download the SeatGeek app or visit the link in the show notes — and use promo code: MINUTECAST. That's MINUTECAST — for 20 bucks off. Your seat starts here. https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/teamseatgeek Hey, podcast fans! If you're on the hunt for a delicious, high-protein snack, look no further than Righteous Felon! This family-owned brand is all about premium, pasture-raised Black Angus beef—hormone and antibiotic-free. With mouth-watering flavors like O.G. Hickory and 10 grams of protein per serving, you'll get the boost you need for all your podcast adventures!ii.... Plus, they have keto-friendly and gluten-free options, and they support sustainability with the Conservation Alliance. Ready to snack smarter? Use promo code MINUTECAST for 15% off your order! Head over to https://www.righteousfelon.com/?ref=MINUTECAST and grab your new favorite snack today! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Jim Peeler lives in Hickory, a small city in North Carolina's foothills. He and his wife, Diana, have two adult children who both live in the mountains of western NC, and one grandson. Jim is a financial controller for a logistics company.Jim passed his two-year anniversary of fasting on February 1, 2026. This past year, Jim has completed his first year and a half of maintenance and offers great insight in this episode. Jim has struggled with weight issues at least since the 5th grade of elementary school, at the age of ten. He has lost hundreds of pounds over the years, using various methods, but has always regained even more once the diet ended. The hope is that intermittent fasting will hold the key to finally losing significant weight for good. Looking back, Jim realises that over his life he had reached a tipping point roughly every 10 years that prompted him to start a serious weight-loss attempt, with numerous attempts in between that never lasted very long. Jim was successful at losing weight in these serious attempts, shedding more and more pounds each time, but the diet rollercoaster led him to heavier weights with each try until he reached a maximum weight of 245 pounds in late 2018. And at only 5 feet, 4 inches, he was seriously morbidly obese. Through 2019 and 2020, he successfully reached150 pounds through calorie reduction and walking, but by 2024, he had once again risen to 215 pounds following a job change and the loss of his mother, among other stressful situations. He had heard of intermittent fasting some time before, but had never seriously considered it until he decided to give it a try in February 2024. Since then, he has lived a fasting lifestyle and is on the path to long-term maintenance, thanks to intermittent fasting. Graeme's Links to connect with me directly. Come and Join Our Patreon Community At the Link Belowwww.patreon.com/thefastinghighway.Come for a month or stay for a year, check it out, and get all the content. Your first step to excellent support and accountability is available in our Patreon community, and I highly encourage you to join.
In this episode of Leadville Uncovered 2026, Corinne Shalvoy and Russell Ditsworth sit down with Colorado ultrarunner McKendree Hickory as she prepares for her first Leadville Trail 100. What begins as a conversation about race strategy quickly turns into a deeper discussion about resilience, community, and the intentional pursuit of discomfort.McKendree shares her unconventional path into ultrarunning, from playing volleyball and dancing to working as a backpacking guide in the mountains before eventually discovering trail running. Although she'd initially dismissed Leadville as a race that didn't fit her strengths, a combination of encouragement from friends and the experience of pacing Katie Asmuth last year completely changed her perspective.The conversation also touches on one of the most difficult experiences of McKendree's life: losing her home in the Steamboat Springs fire. Despite that unimaginable loss, her ability to find humor and maintain perspective reveals the mindset that has made her such a respected member of the trail community.McKendree discusses her training partnership with coach TJ David and explains how this year's training has centered on one specific goal: becoming more comfortable with discomfort. Instead of simply building endurance, she's intentionally sought out situations that force her to stay engaged when things become difficult. That approach shaped her recent race schedule, including a standout performance at the Aspen Backcountry Marathon, where the women's podium swept the overall podium.From crew and pacer plans to fueling, altitude, shoe selection, and the possibility of a rerouted course, McKendree offers a thoughtful and authentic look at how she's approaching her Leadville debut. Her goal isn't simply to finish the race. It's to stay present, keep moving forward, and remain fully engaged when things inevitably become hard.If her race-day mindset can be summed up in a single phrase, it's simple: stay in it.Thank you to Open Fuel for their support of the series! Use code UU25 at checkout for 25% off your order
Exodus 30:11-38 Senior Pastor, Clint PressleySunday, August 9, 2026
Prop-O grills Ben on the biggest things fans are wondering ahead of the big kick off. The boys get into the new contracts for Bijan and Flowers, the Baker stand-off at the Bucs, the NFC North favourites, a 2024 QB redraft, the AJ Brown effect and much more! ___ Smokin' BBQ, ice-cold beers, and all the NFL action you can handle. What's not to love, people? Check out Hickory's Smokehouse here: https://hickorys.co.uk ___ Check out the official Nat Coombs Show music playlist: http://open.spotify.com/playlist/0i1nSLaUJWxZMGCe8eJLQY ___ BONUS CONTENT! Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@TheNCShow ___ Follow Nat on X or Instagram: X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/natcoombs Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/natcoombs ___ NC Show socials: X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/thencshow Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thencshow Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thencshow/ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thencshow?lang=en Threads: https://www.threads.net/@thencshow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Crisis to Christ | Thriving in Babylon When Daniel faced a crisis he could not solve on his own, he knew where to turn. In Daniel 2, we see Daniel respond with wise composure, radical courage, godly community, heartfelt prayer, and praise. Then, through Nebuchadnezzar's dream, God reveals that every earthly kingdom will eventually fall, but the Kingdom of Jesus will stand forever. This message from Thriving in Babylon challenges us to stop depending solely on our own wisdom and remember a truth that changes how we face every crisis: there is a God in heaven who can. Key Insights: Respond to crisis instead of reacting to it. Daniel models wise composure and courage when panic would have been the easier response. Make prayer your first response. Daniel immediately gathers his community and seeks God when human wisdom reaches its limit. Don't try to walk through crisis alone. Godly community matters, especially when life becomes difficult and the answers aren't obvious. Recognize the limits of earthly wisdom. Knowledge, education, and human ability have value, but they cannot replace the wisdom that comes from God. Live with confidence in the Kingdom that lasts. Daniel's interpretation points beyond temporary earthly kingdoms to Jesus and His Kingdom that will reign forever. Scripture Focus: Daniel 2:1-45 Speaker: Matt Petty Series: Thriving in Babylon Location: [Burnt Hickory Baptist Church](https://maps.app.goo.gl/hazkR3omjk9xvxZc7) Connect with us: ° Watch this sermon on YouTube ° Follow us on [Facebook](www.facebook.com/bhbchome) ° Follow us on [Instagram](www.instagram.com/burnthickorybaptist) ° Visit our website
Brians Questions: I have a question that i would like your input on. I have a double car garage that i use as my workshop. I want to build an outfeed table for my tablesaw. I was thinking of something that could be multi use. I was thinking of making two 2'x 4' workbenches that would be on hinges so i could open it as a 2x8 or close it so its 4x4. I was thinking of using castors as well as adjustable feet. Im not 100% sold on the idea and was just hoping to hear some suggestions from the pros! Hopefully this makes for a good question for your podcast. Once again, thank you for the AMAZING podcast and youtube videos. Matt Hi all, First, thanks for the podcast, by far the best format and the best information. It seems each podcast I almost always learn something. I have a question about glue ups. When I glue up a joint, I try to keep squeeze out to a minimum and by doing that I'm not sure if I'll use enough glue. However, squeeze out is inevitable. Do you try to keep squeezing out to a minimum and if so what steps do you take. Also, when you do have squeeze out on a joint what do you do to get rid of the excess glue. I'm not talking about squeeze out on a panel, since it's easy to either use a plane to get rid of the glue when it dries, or sand it away. Any advice that you could share would be greatly appreciated. Thanks, Mike Guys Questions: Hello! My name is Eric. I am a rather new/inexperienced woodworker. After hurricane Helene did so much damage in South Carolina, I decided I no longer wanted a large Hickory tree beside my house. I paid professionals to fell this 100 year-old tree. I paid my friend, a rookie, to mill it into 5/4 inch planks/boards. I've been air-drying this wood in my garage for over a year. It is time to do something with it. When I looked up, “What should you make out of Hickory?” The answers are baseball bats, ax handles, hardwood floors, and steps for staircases. I am not going to make any of those. I have 750 board foot of this stuff… What should I make? What should I not make with this wood? What gotchas do I need to be prepared for? Any other advice? Eric in SC Hi guys, I'm building a large frame for a canvas artwork for a friend. I'd like to reinforce the miters using miter keys. Previously, I've cut the slots for miter keys on the table saw with a dedicated 45 degree jig when building small boxes. This frame is pretty big though, and I think the size would make it really awkward to do this way on the table saw. Any other methods besides the table saw you've had success with cutting miter keys? Do you have any general recommendations for thickness of the miter keys in relation to the miter itself? Or at what thickness of material you would consider multiple miter keys for added strength? The frame is all going to be stained the same color so I'm not worried about aesthetic of the keys or contrasting with different wood species, just purely doing it for added strength. The frame is 1.5” thick with 4/4 ash and about 3 feet by 5 feet for reference. Thanks! Evan Huys Questions: The veneers were shopsawn in house and are 1.8mm - 2.4mm with some of the walnut 5000mm long and 600mm wide the species also include. - Walnut burl. - Yellow poplar burl. -Maple - Pacific maple. - European Walnut - European oak - Silky Oak - QLD Pepperwood - Palisander Rosewood - Tasmanian blackwood - Fiddleback Tasmanian Blackwood - Blackbutt My other question is, can the three of you suggest a project each of small to medium size I can do with this veneer . I find it easier to work towards something when I have been told what to do rather than racking my brain in the workshop trying to think of something to do whilst drowning in a sea of veneer. Dylan Hi folks First as always thanks for one of the most friendliest and informative woodworking podcasts. So here's my dilemma. I've often heard about letting the wood acclimate to your shop environment before beginning a project. I understand that. My confusion comes in when starting to mill the wood. It's often mentioned to mill the wood in graduated steps of a couple of days to allow it to release any built up tension. However I never hear of this being done in large production shops. Guy and Brian how do you do this where you work? Thanks, Doug
Service Business Mastery - Business Tips and Strategies for the Service Industry
Private equity is buying up home service companies and quietly gutting the good ones, and most owners think their only options are to sell or get outspent. There is a third one. In this episode of Service Business Mastery, Tersh Blissett and Josh Crouch sit down with Zach Cooper-Vastola, co-founder of Hickory, who has bought and built home service companies across the tri-state to roughly 350 people and 80 million dollars in revenue, without ever running them from an ivory tower. Zach breaks down how he keeps technicians from walking out the door after an acquisition, why he refuses to put AI on the phones with customers, how his team builds their own tools instead of renting SaaS, and the data unlock that lets two CSRs run at the scale of a 30 person team. If you run a home service business and you are tired of hearing that AI just means replacing your people, this one flips the script. This episode is brought to you in partnership with Upfrog, one of our show partners. Upfrog turns paid ad spend into booked, sold system replacements instead of wasted leads. Learn more at upfrog.com. WHAT YOU'LL LEARN - How to keep your technicians from walking out the door after an acquisition - Why changing pay structures on day one is the fastest way to lose your team - How to read a company's real culture by walking the warehouse, before you ever see the financials - What buy and build owners look for that a private equity roll up ignores - How to underwrite an early stage AI vendor before you bet six figures on it - Why building your own tools can beat renting SaaS once you hit scale - How making the humans super with data beats putting AI on the phones - The data unlock that lets two CSRs run at the scale of a 30 person team THIS EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY UPFROG System replacement leads from paid ads, nurtured and booked into sold jobs before your team arrives: upfrog.com MARKETSTORM An AI-powered advertising platform. Results vary by market, budget, and campaign configuration: https://marketstorm.ai/ CALLRAIL CallRail assigns a unique tracking number to each marketing effort, so you know which channels bring your best leads. Try it free at https://callrail.com/sbmpod. BREEZY Capture 25-30% more clients with Breezy AI Agents. Use code 'SBM' to book a demo and get $500 on us: https://getbreezyapp.com/schedule-demo PHONETAP Your calls hold the key to growing your business. PhoneTAP gives you instant AI analysis, real customer lifetime value, and tools to coach your team. Learn more: phonetap.ai/demo COMPANYCAM Capture work, track job progress, and stay connected from the field to the office with photo documentation and AI tools that keep work moving. Start a free trial at https://companycam.com/ CONNECT WITH OUR HOSTS AND GUEST Tersh Blissett: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tershblissett/ Josh Crouch: https://www.linkedin.com/in/josh-crouch/ Zach Cooper-Vastola, Hickory: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zachary-c-8b881969/ ABOUT SERVICE BUSINESS MASTERY Service Business Mastery helps home service owners run better, more profitable companies. Every week, Tersh Blissett and Josh Crouch break down the operations, technology, and leadership behind growing an HVAC, plumbing, or electrical business, with the operators actually doing the work. More at https://servicebusinessmastery.com/ Subscribe on YouTube and follow us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts so you never miss an episode. If this one helped, share it with an owner who needs it. #ServiceBusinessMastery #HomeServices #PrivateEquity #HVACBusiness #AIforContractors
Episode 198 is on the scene with Tristan Brunelli. Brunelli is a four time winner this season in the Budweiser Limited Sportsman Division at South Boston Speedway including bagging home a win in one of the twin races on Saturday. Brunelli talks about his early beginnings in the sport, overcoming kidney issues as a young child, aspirations for the rest of the season and how Kyle Busch influenced him as he continues to make his way into the sport.We reviewed all of the action from South Boston Speedway since Julian was on the scene for it on Saturday. It was a night filled with action. From Landon Pembelton's sweep of the Late Models to controversy at the front of the field, a time shortened Hornets feature and dodging raindrops. We broke it all down for you.We also discussed Michael Bumgarner's win at Hickory in the Jack Ingram Memorial race that also saw its fair share of controversy.It's Throwback weekend for the zMAX CARS Tour with this weekend's Throwback Classic at Hickory Motor Speedway. We give you a preview of one of the tour's Crown Jewel events.The SMART Modified Tour returns to action with a stop at Pulaski County Motorsports Park on Friday night with the Radford Race. It's the first trip there since 2023 and we will give you our insight.We also talk about Caraway Speedway being sold, a look ahead to the NASCAR stop at Iowa, DUBS and more this week on DLN!Special Thanks to our sponsors.Hash & Son Enterprises LLCALARS Inc. :
Exodus 30:1-10Senior Pastor, Clint PressleySunday, August 2, 2026
In Hour 3, Segment 1 of The Charlie James Show on August 3, 2026, host Charlie James previews the upcoming South Carolina U.S. Senate primary debate and questions how much power a U.S. Senator actually possesses over consumer prices and "affordability," a central campaign platform for candidate Darline Graham. Callers Cassandra from Greenville and Joe from Hickory join the broadcast to critique Graham's campaign messaging and express intense anger over pandemic-era health mandates, vaccine policies, and Dr. Anthony Fauci's role in COVID-19 guidance. James agrees with caller concerns regarding ventilator overuse and nursing home policies during the pandemic while reflecting on the loss of local activist Pressley Stutts. Full Transcript Charlie James: Well, we're about two hours away from the Senate debate. Uh debate, what have we got? We got Darline Graham, we got Ralph Norman, we got Mark Lynch, we got Russell Fry, we got Mark Sanford on stage tonight. I want to know, you guys send me a text, let me know what questions would you really like to ask? Now, one of the things that Darline Graham is running on is affordability. But I got a question for you: What control, what power does a sitting Senator have over affordability? That's what I want to know. What—what can a Senator do to make something more affordable? What can a Senator do to make something, I don't know, um like the price of eggs, or the price of tomatoes, or the price of uh corn beef, what can a Senator do to make prices go down? Let's go to Cassandra in Greenville. Cassandra, welcome. Caller (Cassandra): Hi Charlie, congratulations! We're all so happy! Congratulations. Charlie James: Oh, thank you. Thank you. Caller (Cassandra): You know, I'm—I'm I—I need because I just heard Graham talking and I—I need to comment quickly on that, but I I I need to follow up with Fauci stuff because um I don't want it to die. I I think that, you know, they'll drag out ridiculous stories and something this important, they're already cutting off, you don't hear much. But first of all with with uh Graham with her affordability, that's the word I wrote down immediately before when you were talking. To me, that's just her her sign to the Democratic Party that um that she's going to take care of them. I I'm like, what—why is she talking about buying steak on sale? What the heck is that? Charlie James: Well, she wants you, she wants you to know that she came from very meager, humble beginnings. Caller (Cassandra): Yeah. Well, we all— Charlie James: Right? Like nobody like, oh like, we're all out here just like, "No, you know what? No, I'm not getting the steak, it's on sale. I'll wait till tomorrow," you know, when they raise the prices back up. Caller (Cassandra): Yes, I know! And and it's like, I—I'm sorry, that's not our country's big problem. The SAVE Act is the problem, we need fair elections. But if I may for for Fauci because it's been driving me crazy, um he's responsible for the murder of millions of people. And when he was doing his testifying with his Fifth Amendment, I—I kept waiting for some one of the Senators to hear word of, them saying, "Why aren't you finishing that statement with 'on the grounds that it might incriminate me'?" And I—I mentioned this to a a friend who had a younger a high school kid, and and he said, "Oh, I never heard that." I said, "No, you didn't." He made sure to make his statement without the final line of it. Anyway, that drove me crazy. But also, few a few things here, Webster Dictionary had to change the definition of vaccine. Give me a break. Um, my husband was in the hospital with heart surgery and I was not allowed to visit. So, um, yeah. Um, I met my new grandchild from my front door. They were not allowed to walk up my walk all the way to the to the house. That's how I met, and I wasn't allowed to go to the hospital. Charlie James: Wow. Caller (Cassandra): Um, yeah. And when I was in hospital rehab during that period, my child ...
A new season of orchestral performances will start in a few weeks, and that includes the 62nd season for the Western Piedmont Symphony. Maestro Matthew Troy has been the Hickory-based orchestra's Music Director and Conductor since 2019 and he talks on this Piedmont Arts about what we'll be hearing from them in 2026-2027. You'll also get a preview of other regional orchestras' upcoming seasons, plus a quick look at more events and activities with FanFare. WPS Masterworks Symphony Swings with Doreen Ketchens, clarinet. Credit Paul van Breemen Photography Western Piedmont Symphony performs the music of Pink Floyd. Credit Tom Devlin Photography
Uncompromised, Different, Blessed | Thriving In Babylon Every generation faces pressure to blend into the culture around them. In this sermon from Daniel 1, we explore how Daniel and his friends remained faithful while living in Babylon and what their example teaches believers today. This message examines Christian identity, biblical conviction, holiness, and the courage to stand apart in a world that constantly encourages compromise. You'll be challenged to live faithfully, trust God's promises, and remember that He honors those who honor Him. Key Insights: Discover how Daniel's example teaches believers to stand firm without compromising biblical convictions. Learn how culture often reshapes identity, beliefs, and values, and how to remain grounded in Christ. Understand why holiness begins with deciding in advance to obey God. See how faithful obedience creates opportunities to influence others for Jesus. Be encouraged that God blesses those who trust Him, even when obedience is difficult. Scripture Focus: Daniel 1:21 Speaker: Matt Petty Series: Thriving In Babylon Location: Burnt Hickory Baptist Connect with us: ° Watch this sermon on YouTube ° Follow us on [Facebook](www.facebook.com/bhbchome) ° Follow us on [Instagram](www.instagram.com/burnthickorybaptist) ° Visit our [website]((https://www.burnthickory.com/)
Nat, Ben & Iron Mike start the clock for the 2026 season by making some early picks! Who are gonna be the X-factor players? The rookies to watch? Which coaches are on the hot-seat? Which team will be the most improved? And which first year head coach is gonna fly? We're getting close, gang! Let's go! ___ Smokin' BBQ, ice-cold beers, and all the NFL action you can handle. What's not to love, people? Check out Hickory's Smokehouse here: https://hickorys.co.uk ___ Check out the official Nat Coombs Show music playlist: http://open.spotify.com/playlist/0i1nSLaUJWxZMGCe8eJLQY ___ BONUS CONTENT! Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@TheNCShow ___ Follow Nat on X or Instagram: X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/natcoombs Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/natcoombs ___ NC Show socials: X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/thencshow Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thencshow Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thencshow/ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thencshow?lang=en Threads: https://www.threads.net/@thencshow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
On this week's episode of Out and About, Mae Gilliland of ArtsPartners of Central Illinois talks with Rhonda Ossola Parker of the Italian American Society about the annual Summer Festa Picnic on Aug. 9 at Hickory Grove Park. Celebrating its 95th year, the family-friendly event features authentic Italian food, live music, artisan vendors, bocce, spaghetti-eating contests and a special tribute to the 100th anniversary of Agatucci's Restaurant.
Dasa joins Andy to recap his trip to Sand Valley playing hickory golf. He discusses that he will continue playing the clubs because they helped him find more magic, meaning, and significance in his golf. They also discuss if it is possible to bring this magic to the modern game.
Exodus 29:1-46Senior Pastor, Clint PressleySunday, July 26, 2026
Raise the Banner | The Verse That Changed My Life Every believer faces battles, but God never intended for us to fight them alone. In this sermon from Exodus 17:8-15, we explore the story behind the name Jehovah Nissi, "The Lord is my Banner," and discover how pride, self-reliance, prayer, and community shape the way we walk through life's challenges. This message offers practical encouragement for anyone learning to trust God's strength over their own. Key Insights: Discover what the name Jehovah Nissi, "The Lord is my Banner," reveals about God's character. Learn how pride often shows up as self-reliance instead of dependence on God. Understand why prayer, obedience, and Christian community are essential during spiritual battles. Be encouraged to trust God's strength instead of trying to carry life's burdens alone. Recognize that every victory belongs to the Lord and points back to His faithfulness. Key Scripture: Exodus 17:8-15 Speaker: Seth Bundy Series: The Verse That Changed My Life Location: Burnt Hickory Baptist Church Connect with us: ° Watch this sermon on YouTube ° Follow us on [Facebook](www.facebook.com/bhbchome) ° Follow us on [Instagram](www.instagram.com/burnthickorybaptist) ° Visit our [website](www.burnthickory.com/)Special Guest: Seth Bundy.
Today we are setting the table with corn. Not just any sort of corn. Hickory Cane corn. Not to be confused with Hickory King corn. We visit with Johnny Buchanan, a Farmer from South Knoxville along with his friends and family members who are growing Hickory Cane corn and using it to produce corn meal and grits. News about the 4th Annual Dancing Bear Lodge and Appalachian Bistro Appalachian Homecoming.
On the drive home from Sand Valley Andy and Jantzen recap their hickory matches at Sand Valley. They discuss adjusting to the clubs, competing with hickories, and the differences between playing with hickory and modern equipment.
Ben & Prop-O put the NFL in new perspective after a World Cup that perhaps changed America. How did FIFA get the half time show so wrong in the NFL's backyard? Was Spain v Argentina like Seattle v Kansas City? Which NFL head coach would Thomas Tuchel be? Plus from the mailbag: Raiders' playoff chances, Saints hype, training camp locations and Vikings' QB battle. ___ Smokin' BBQ, ice-cold beers, and all the NFL action you can handle. What's not to love, people? Check out Hickory's Smokehouse here: https://hickorys.co.uk ___ Check out the official Nat Coombs Show music playlist: http://open.spotify.com/playlist/0i1nSLaUJWxZMGCe8eJLQY ___ BONUS CONTENT! Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@TheNCShow ___ Follow Nat on X or Instagram: X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/natcoombs Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/natcoombs ___ NC Show socials: X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/thencshow Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thencshow Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thencshow/ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thencshow?lang=en Threads: https://www.threads.net/@thencshow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In a very special car episode, Andy is joined by Jantzen Miserak on their drive up to Sand Valley as they weigh whether to play hickory or modern golf clubs on their trip. Andy describes an experience of divine intervention, and the two reminisce about past hickory golf memories.
Exodus 28:1-43Senior Pastor, Clint PressleySunday, July 19, 2026
House Rules for the Heart of Purity | The Verse That Changed My Life Real spiritual growth begins with a heart that treasures God's Word. In this sermon from Psalm 119:9-16, we discover practical ways to guard our hearts, resist temptation, and pursue holiness through Scripture. This message challenges believers to move beyond outward appearances and allow God's truth to shape every part of their lives. Whether you're learning to trust God's direction or looking to deepen your walk with Christ, you'll be encouraged to build your life on the foundation of His Word. Key Insights: Learn practical ways to guard your heart through God's Word. Discover the difference between outward religion and genuine spiritual transformation. Understand how Scripture provides wisdom and direction for everyday life. Be challenged to treasure God's Word as your greatest source of guidance. Find encouragement to pursue holiness through daily dependence on Jesus rather than your own strength. Scripture Focus: Psalm 119:9 Speaker: Eli Laughlin Series: The Verse That Changed My Life Location: [Burnt Hickory Baptist Church](https://maps.app.goo.gl/hazkR3omjk9xvxZc7) Connect with us: ° Watch this sermon on YouTube ° Follow us on [Facebook](www.facebook.com/bhbchome) ° Follow us on[ Instagram](www.instagram.com/burnthickorybaptist) ° Visit our [website](www.burnthickory.com)
*** Content warnings: Child abuse, crimes against children, sexual assault ***When 10-year-old Zahra Baker was reported missing by her father and stepmum in Hickory, North Carolina, one Saturday afternoon in 2010, it sparked the largest missing persons investigation in the city's history. Police worked around the clock, hoping for a miracle, but people close to the family said they'd been expecting something like this to happen for a long time. ---Narration – Anonymous HostResearch & writing – Emily ShirleyProduction & music – Mike MigasAudio editing – Anthony TelferSign up for Casefile Premium:Apple PremiumSpotify PremiumPatreonFor all credits and sources, please visit https://casefilepodcast.com/case-347-zahra-baker Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Exodus 27: 1-19Senior Pastor, Clint PressleySunday, July 12, 2026
Called to Be Salt and Light | The Verse That Changed My Life Jesus didn't call His followers to blend into the culture. He called them to influence it. In this sermon from Matthew 5:13-16, we explore what it means to be the salt of the earth and the light of the world. This message challenges believers to move beyond silent faith and actively reflect Christ in their everyday lives. Through biblical teaching and practical application, you'll be encouraged to engage your community with truth, grace, and hope while remembering that Jesus has already secured the victory. Key Insights: Discover what Jesus meant when He called believers the salt of the earth and the light of the world. Learn how to engage today's culture without compromising your faith. Understand why every follower of Jesus has a unique sphere of influence. Be challenged to move from silent belief to active faith that points others to Christ. Find confidence to live boldly because Jesus has already secured the victory. Scripture Focus: Matthew 5:13-16 Speaker: Matt Petty Series: The Verse That Changed My Life Location: Burnt Hickory Baptist Church Connect with us: ° Watch this sermon on YouTube ° Follow us on [Facebook](www.facebook.com/bhbchome) ° Follow us on [Instagram](www.instagram.com/burnthickorybaptist) ° Visit our website
Psalm 73:1-28Worship Pastor, John StegemertenSunday, July 5, 2026
Philippians 2:1-11Family Discipleship Pastor, Campbell BenfieldSunday, July 5 2026
In a world filled with uncertainty, it's easy to place our hope in circumstances, people, or outcomes that cannot last. Romans 8 points us to something greater. This message explores why suffering is temporary for those who belong to Christ, how God's plan extends beyond today's struggles, and why the promise of eternity changes the way we live right now. You'll be reminded that our greatest hope isn't found in earthly solutions but in Jesus and His promise to make all things new.Special Guest: Bryant Wright.
Episode 193 is on the scene and we welcome Annabeth Barnes & Jake Crum to the podcast. Annabeth is coming off of a win at Hickory Motor Speedway in the Carolina Crate Modified Division while Jake is the latest winner on the SMART Modified Tour. Neil Meredith took home the $10,000 winners purse at Anderson Motor Speedway on Saturday by winning the IHRA Stock Car Series Late Model Sportsman race. We asked him about where this win ranks amongst his all time accomplishments, talk about his time in the sport, where he got his start, being on the road selling concession food for fairs and concerts and which item is his customer's go-to at the moment.We take a deep dive into the first race of the Virginia Triple Crown at South Boston which saw Kaden Honeycutt claim another win at the track. We discuss all the storylines coming out of the event and who may have the early upper hand for the Triple Crown. The SMART Modified Tour returns to action at Caraway Speedway on Saturday and we have your preview of the event right here!Other topics include STAR Super Stock racing from Hickory, IHRA Stock Car Series racing from Anderson, Shane Van Gisbergen's record tying Cup Series win at Sonoma Raceway, Dubs, Short Track Spotlight and more this week on DLN!Special Thanks to our sponsors!ALARS Inc.Hash & Son Enterprises LLC
Philippians 4:2-7Missions & Outreach Pastor, Kyle ScarlettSunday, June 28, 2026
Hebrews 11:32-34Adult Discipleship Pastor, Ric BlaziSunday, June 28, 2026
In this message from The Verse That Changed My Life series, we explore Isaiah 41:10 and God's promise to be with His people in every season. Fear touches every area of life, from uncertainty about the future to stepping into obedience when the cost is unknown. This sermon reminds listeners that courage is not the absence of fear. It is choosing to trust God and obey Him in the middle of it. Discover how God's presence, strength, and faithfulness enable believers to move forward even when fear remains. Key Insights: Fear is a normal part of life, but it does not have to determine our decisions. God's presence in hardship is a greater source of confidence than the absence of uncertainty. Obedience often requires stepping forward before feelings of fear disappear. Fixing our eyes on Jesus rather than our circumstances helps us remain faithful in difficult seasons. God strengthens, helps, and sustains believers when they trust Him and step out in faith. Key Scripture: Isaiah 41:10 Speaker: Studen Pastor, Chip Paul Location: Burnt Hickory Baptist Church Connect with us: ° Watch this sermon on YouTube ° Follow us on Facebook ° Follow us on Instagram ° Visit our website
Today we recognize our guests from North Carolina Boys Academy in Hickory, NC, their leadership including Pastor John Steigerwald, the Jamaican Teen Challenge Teen team, and their leadership including Pastor Anthony Richards. Pastor Anthony Richards and Robert Dixon (of West Indies Boys Academy) then share their testimonies and ministries in Jamaica. Pastor John Steigerwald then goes to 2 Timothy 2:26, Luke 15:11-32, and Genesis 3:9 to discuss traps we all can experience in life. Regardless of where we are and what trap we might be in, Pastor John reminds us that the Father is always looking for and running to us.
Hickory's Ashley Salinas discusses the club's promotion surrounding a local team that was nearly lost to history, and Ontario manager John Shoemaker talks abouts his long career in the Dodgers system. Also, Ben and Sam chat about more headlines from the Minor Leagues Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nat, Ben & Prop-O are back and the heat is real! After an impromptu Gen X vs Gen Z kick off, they settle into the antics of 49'ers want away receiver Brandon Aiyuk, the wild situation around Texas Tech QB Brendan Sorsby and the cancellation of the Supplemental Draft, before assessing the impact of the World Cup so far in the American sporting landscape. ___ Smokin' BBQ, ice-cold beers, and all the NFL action you can handle. What's not to love, people? Check out Hickory's Smokehouse here: https://hickorys.co.uk ___ Check out the official Nat Coombs Show music playlist: http://open.spotify.com/playlist/0i1nSLaUJWxZMGCe8eJLQY ___ BONUS CONTENT! Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@TheNCShow ___ Follow Nat on X or Instagram: X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/natcoombs Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/natcoombs ___ NC Show socials: X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/thencshow Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thencshow Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thencshow/ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thencshow?lang=en Threads: https://www.threads.net/@thencshow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2 Timothy 1:8-12Student Discipleship Pastor, Jacob PrinceSunday, June 21, 2026
1 Chronicles 28:9-10, 20Adult Discipleship Pastor, Ric BlaziSunday, June 21, 2026
Standing Strong | Father's Day 2026 In a world filled with distractions and spiritual battles, God calls His people to stand firm. This Father's Day sermon explores what scripture says about biblical manhood, spiritual leadership, and resisting the enemy's tactics. Looking at passages from 1 Corinthians 16 and 1 Peter 5, this message examines how pride, anxiety, laziness, and isolation can create spiritual vulnerability and how God invites us to walk in humility, trust, community, and faith. No matter where you are in your faith journey, this message reminds us that God is able to restore, strengthen, and establish those who depend on Him. Key Insights: Learn how scripture defines biblical manhood and spiritual leadership. Identify common tactics the enemy uses, including pride, anxiety, laziness, and isolation. Discover practical ways to stand firm and resist spiritual attacks. Understand the importance of authentic community and accountability in the Christian life. Be encouraged that God restores, strengthens, and establishes those who depend on Him. Scripture Focus: 1 Peter 5:6-11 Speaker: Matt Petty Location: [Burnt Hickory Baptist Church](maps.app.goo.gl/hazkR3omjk9xvxZc7) Connect with us: ° Watch this sermon on YouTube ° Follow us on [Facebook](www.facebook.com/bhbchome) ° Follow us on [Instagram](www.instagram.com/burnthickorybaptist) ° Visit our [website](www.burnthickory.com)
Mitch Laurance's life flows into some wild directions. From working at Saturday Night Live when it launched in 1975 to becoming an actor, Golf has been a grounding point for Mitch. He joins Corrected Mistakes host Josh Karp to discuss his love for Hickory clubs, the connection they provide that new technology can't, and the way they change a player's game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Ben fills in for Nat to pick Iron Mike's brain about why NFL owners will install grass for FIFA but not for the NFLPA, whether Myles Garrett is the best player to be traded in his prime, how much better AJ Brown makes the Patriots, the sad passing of Aldon Smith, what Raymond Berry did that other receivers in his era couldn't and whether the NFL is a global sport yet. ___ Smokin' BBQ, ice-cold beers, and all the NFL action you can handle. What's not to love, people? Check out Hickory's Smokehouse here: https://hickorys.co.uk ___ Check out the official Nat Coombs Show music playlist: http://open.spotify.com/playlist/0i1nSLaUJWxZMGCe8eJLQY ___ BONUS CONTENT! Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@TheNCShow ___ Follow Nat on X or Instagram: X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/natcoombs Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/natcoombs ___ NC Show socials: X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/thencshow Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thencshow Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thencshow/ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thencshow?lang=en Threads: https://www.threads.net/@thencshow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Exodus 26:30-37Senior Pastor, Clint PressleySunday, June 14, 2026
Childlike Faith | VBS Celebration 2026 In Mark 10:13-16, Jesus welcomes children and teaches that the kingdom of God belongs to those who come to Him with childlike faith. This sermon explores what it means to trust God completely, depend on Him daily, and approach Him with humility and eagerness. Through practical examples and biblical truth, this message challenges us to set aside self-sufficiency and embrace a deeper trust in Jesus. Key Insights: Discover the difference between childish faith and childlike faith. Learn how radical trust and total dependence shape a growing relationship with Jesus. Understand what Jesus meant when He said to receive the kingdom of God like a child. Identify areas where self-sufficiency may be keeping you from deeper faith. Be challenged to approach Jesus with humility, wonder, and eager trust. Scripture Focus: Mark 10:13-16 Speaker: Matt Petty Location: Burnt Hickory Baptist Church Connect with us: ° Watch this sermon on YouTube ° Follow us on Facebook ° Follow us on [Instagram](www.instagram.com/burnthickorybaptist) ° Visit our [website](www.burnthickory.com)
Romans 8:28Guest Pastor, H.B. Charles Jr.Sunday, June 7, 2026
Comedian, actor & show fave Marek Larwood is back, and isn't in the best of moods. He loves the NFL, but there are plenty of things that get his goat, that he'd like to change, and he's come armed with a blueprint of how to fix things! From inconsistent officiating, team owners, teams relocating, mic'd up players & more, Marek takes us on a wild ride around the things that wind him up about the game we love, and what he'd implement to change! ___ Check out more of Marek's work here: Stu Stewson's Strange Hour: https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/699a21d9f863de959ae282a8 Walking YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/CoolDudesWalkingClub Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cw/MarekLarwood Main YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkjkqgHMtFG2nCrdOh4Nvhg ___ Smokin' BBQ, ice-cold beers, and all the NFL action you can handle. What's not to love, people? Check out Hickory's Smokehouse here: https://hickorys.co.uk ___ Check out the official Nat Coombs Show music playlist: http://open.spotify.com/playlist/0i1nSLaUJWxZMGCe8eJLQY ___ BONUS CONTENT! Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@TheNCShow ___ Follow Nat on X or Instagram: X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/natcoombs Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/natcoombs ___ NC Show socials: X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/thencshow Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thencshow Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thencshow/ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thencshow?lang=en Threads: https://www.threads.net/@thencshow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Is This for Me? | Kenya Celebration 2026 God has called every believer to more than simply attending church. In this sermon from Ephesians 4, we explore what it means to walk worthy of your calling, grow spiritually, and actively serve in the body of Christ. Alongside testimonies from students returning from Kenya, this message highlights the importance of discipleship, unity, missions, and saying yes to God's purpose for your life. Key Insights: Understand what Ephesians 4 teaches about spiritual growth and calling. Learn why every believer has a role to play in the body of Christ. Discover how discipleship and serving others strengthen your faith. Gain confidence in sharing your faith and stepping into uncomfortable situations. Be challenged to move from simply attending church to actively living on mission. Scripture Focus: Ephesians 4:1-16 Speaker: Carey Amos & Chip Paul Location: Burnt Hickory Baptist Church Connect with us: ° Watch this sermon on YouTube ° Follow us on Facebook ° Follow us on Instagram ° Visit our website
Exodus 25:31-40Senior Pastor, Clint PressleySunday, May 31, 2026