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Feb. 1, 2023

Breaking Barriers, Building Futures: The Story of GHA Autism Supports…

*This episode is part of a series highlighting stories in Albemarle, North Carolina* Welcome to today’s episode! We have two very special guests joining us from Albemarle, NC. Dawn Allen from GHA Autism Supports and Alan Cremisi, who is supported …

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Jan. 26, 2023

From 9-to-5 to One-of-a-Kind: The Evolution of Mary Wysocki's Apparel…

*This episode is part of a series highlighting stories in Albemarle, North Carolina* In this episode of our podcast, we sit down with Mary Wysocki, a City of Albemarle native who found her calling in the world of custom appar...

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Jan. 18, 2023

Grounds for Change: Connie Blalock's Journey to Building a Business w…

In this episode of our podcast, I'll be sharing the incredible story of Connie Blalock, the owner of Glorybeans Coffeehouse in Albemarle, NC. Connie's journey is one of resilience, determination, and a true passion for making a difference in her …

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Nov. 30, 2022

Setting Roots in Setúbal: Patti Davis Shares Her Journey of Relocatin…

Join us for an exciting episode as we sit down with lifestyle writer Patti Davis, now residing in Setúbal, Portugal with her husband Eric. Patti shares her journey of moving to a new country and the challenges that come along...

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Nov. 16, 2022

Martha Rebour: Global Vaccine Advocacy and Health Security with Shot@…

In this episode, Martha Rebour and I talk about vaccine advocacy and our trip to Zambia. She also discusses her recent trips to Democratic Republic of Congo and Copenhagen. Martha Rebour joined the United Nations Foundation ...

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Nov. 9, 2022

From Fire Chief to Sweet Shop Owner: A Chat with Shawn Oke

*This episode is part of a series highlighting stories in Albemarle, NC* Join us in Albemarle, North Carolina as we speak with Shawn Oke, a third generation firefighter and owner of the Albemarle Sweet Shop. Shawn began his fire service …

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Oct. 12, 2022

Michele Herrmann-Travel Journalist: 10 Destinations Where it Always F…

Michele Herrmann has been writing now for a quarter of her life and stays grateful for every byline then and now. Her byline has appeared on outlets ranging from AAA, Thrillist, Shondaland, Forbes and USA Today. While Michele...

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Sept. 29, 2022

Amy Bizzarri: Travel Journalist and Author of Iconic Hollywood Dishes…

Amy Bizzarri lives in a circa 1900 home in the Logan Square neighborhood of Chicago. When she isn't at home indulging in her passion for baking, you'll find her wandering the world. Amy has come face to face with gorillas …

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Sept. 21, 2022

Chief Cowan: Making a Difference in South Carolina Through Innovative…

Chris Cowan has been an internationally-recognized leader in Law Enforcement for over 30 years. With experience leading various special ops, security and crime suppression teams, developing professional development programs, ...

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April 28, 2021

The Art of Perseverance: PJ Barnes' Inspiring Story

Welcome to this episode featuring PJ Barnes, a New York native who discovered his passion for the arts at a young age and has dedicated his life to it ever since. From joining a theatre troupe in 8th grade to …

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April 15, 2021

Embracing Your Worth: Lessons from Actress Christina Karis

In this episode, Christina Karis, the talented American film and television actress, opens up about her experiences growing up amidst a racial divide, her journey to becoming an actress, and her recent role on the hit NBC ser...

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April 6, 2021

Beyond Punishment: How Marc Howard's Prisons and Justice Initiative i…

In this episode, we're joined by Marc Howard, the Founding Director of the Prisons and Justice Initiative at Georgetown University and President of the Frederick Douglass Project for Justice. With over three decades of experi...

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April 2, 2021

Beyond the Backwards Voice: John Austin on Creativity, Film, and Auti…

In this episode of our podcast, we talk with John Austin, a sound and film expert who possesses the rare ability to speak backwards fluently. John has made appearances on TV shows like America's Got Talent, Germany's Got Tale...

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March 30, 2021

Triumph Over Cancer: Aspen Heidekrueger's Inspiring Journey of Resili…

Join us in this captivating episode of our podcast as we sit down with Aspen Heidekrueger, a remarkable 22-year-old cancer survivor and the first-ever recipient of the 'Old Family Scholarship' established by my family with Cancer for College. At just …

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March 23, 2021

Jackson Snelling: A Harmony of Music and Advocacy

In this engaging episode, we are excited to host Jackson Snelling, a talented singer-songwriter and pianist hailing from Austin, Indiana. Since this episode, Jackson's stardom has continued to rise as he recently took Judge Reba McEntire's first chair on The …

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March 16, 2021

From NBC News to Lonely Planet: An Interview with Travel Host Dayvee …

Join travel correspondent and host Dayvee Sutton as she takes you on a captivating journey to some of the world's most thrilling destinations in this must-listen travel podcast episode. With her wealth of experience appearing on major news platforms, Dayvee …

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March 9, 2021

Triumph Over Trauma: Doa's Story of Overcoming the Challenges of War …

In this powerful episode of our podcast, we hear from Doa, a Gulf War refugee who spent four years in a desert camp as a child before moving to the US. Triumphing over trauma, Doa faced culture clashes and language …

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March 3, 2021

From Zimbabwe to the White House: Chef Zweli Williams' Culinary Journ…

Join us as we explore Chef Zweli Williams' incredible journey from Zimbabwe to North Carolina and the White House. From her early days discovering her love for flavors in Zimbabwe, to her time studying hospitality and tourism at North Carolina …

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Jan. 15, 2021

Voices of Inspiration-Trailer

Voices of Inspiration is a podcast that brings together a diverse group of individuals from around the world to share their stories of inspiration and perseverance. Hosted by Amelia Old, a seasoned professional in the television and film industry, the …

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