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The Gloria ShowThe Gloria Sloan Show: The Laughter Assignment: Punchlines With a PurposeThe Laughter Assignment: Punchlines with a Purpose is about using comedy as more than just entertainment—it's about making an impact. How humor can be a powerful tool for storytelling, social commentary, and personal connection. Whether addressing serious topics with a comedic twist, breaking down barriers through laughter, or simply bringing joy to others, the "assignment" is to craft punchlines that resonate beyond just a quick laugh. It's comedy with intention, proving that humor can both entertain and inspire.TODAY'S GUEST: Tara BrownGLORIA'S WEBSITE: www.GloriaSloan.comGUEST WEBSITE: https://www.tarabrowncomedy.com/2025-03-2551 min
Engaging Virtual Meetings Podcast with John ChenOpenness to experience: Everything you need to know with Tara BrownTara Brown performs clean and family-friendly comedy across the country. The nationally touring headlining comedians she has shared stages with have included Theo Von, Ilana Glazer, Cristela Alonzo, Josh Wolf, Jon Reep, Jeff Allen, Ryan Hamilton, Preacher Lawson, Janelle James, Karen Mills, John Crist, Jimmie “JJ Walker, and the late John Witherspoon. She has been featured in Newsweek, the New York Post, the Charlotte Observer, the Lancaster News, Carolina Gateway, the Charlotte Post, WBTV-TV, WJZY-TV, WBT Radio, WFAE.com and CLTure.org. CharlotteFive.com named her as one of “The Standup Comed...2025-01-2956 min
Queen City HomicidesEpisode 1: The Charlotte StranglerBetween 1990 and 1994 eleven Black women were murdered in their Charlotte homes. At the time detectives did not suspect that these cases were linked to each other at all. But the fact is, Charlotte had a serial killer on their hands and the missing link to connect all these cases was one man who each victim knew as either a manager, an associate, and even a friend.
Instagram: @QueenCityHomicidesPod
Sources:
First Blood Season 1 Episode 7
https://www.charlotteobserver.com/charlottefive/c5-around-town/article236189583.html
https://w...2023-04-191h 14
Spirits and Ghost StoriesThe Babadook: an Imaginary Friend From HellOn this episode of Spirit’s & Ghost Stories, Carly tells a tale it takes place between dreams and reality. As kids, we all grew up with an imaginary best friend. Most parents and babysitters probably wouldn’t think much of it… but what if not all imaginary friends are make believe…. What if some are even insidious… Tonight nothing special to drink except tequila shots!! Check out our awesome YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/gYTi-0vPkyI Our Instagram is: https://www.instagram.com/spiritsandghoststories/?utm_medium=copy_linkJoin our growing Facebook group...2022-11-1536 minSpirits and Ghost StoriesTales of Halloween-Campfire StoriesOn this episode of Spirit’s & Ghost Stories Carly tells a couple of exciting campfire stories that’ll get you in the mood for this festive time of year. We have a website now!!! https://www.spiritsandghoststories.com/ This evening we are drinking: Fall Spritzer Check out our awesome YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/gYTi-0vPkyI Our Instagram is: https://www.instagram.com/spiritsandghoststories/?utm_medium=copy_link Join our growing Facebook group at: https://www.facebook.com/Spirits-Ghost-Stories-105855855167376 Scary stuff in the news:https://www.cha...2022-10-2036 min
Minding Your Business with Jodi-TatianaEpisode 140: Meet Weathered Souls Brewing Co co-founder-head brewer- activist, Marcus Baskerville (TX USA)Weathered Souls is very happy to be a brewery where everyone is welcomed as a member of our brewery family. https://weatheredsouls.beer/ Black is Beautiful is a stout recipe. All profits go back to organizations that support police brutality reform and legal fees for those who have been wronged. https://blackisbeautiful.beer/*** https://youtu.be/CApe8itG7L0 Follow Weathered Souls Brewing Cohttps://www.instagram.com/weatheredsoulsbrewing_marcus/https://untappd.com/WeatheredSouls https://www.facebook.com/weatheredsoulsbrewing https://twitter.com/weatheredsouls_? https://www.instagram.com...2021-12-201h 38
Beyond Grit with Robert YoungChef Sam Diminich - Cooking As An Art Form2020 Charlottean of the Year.
2021 BOB award for best chef - Co-chef of the Year shared with Paul Verica – The Stanley.
Appeared on The Food Network’s Beat Bobby Flay and did just that – beat Bobby Flay!
Launched Your Farms, Your Table in response to the global shutdown.
Personal Chef to Carolina Panther’s star, Christian McCaffrey
Co-Leader of the Charlotte chapter of Ben’s Friends - addiction recovery support for those in the food and beverage industry.
Cooking is an art form for this week’s guest and we get a taste of what goes into making each creation a delicious...2021-06-091h 01
The ForgottenThe disappearance of Kyle FleischmannI went into the details on the Kyle Fleischmann disappearance.
https://www.patreon.com/sbarrera
SOURCES:
-https://charleyproject.org/case/kyle-fleischmann
-https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zm3W0EEnY9w&ab_channel=WCNC
-https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UcJwFNAVX7Y&ab_channel=TrueCrimeDaily
-http://www.thevanishedpodcast.com/episodes/2021/3/29/episode-276-kyle-fleischmann?fbclid=IwAR1G-mlZmUC7PYa-8gWvsJaqIIOnllNC7yJLYXB0nlQk6GDRBWt1HlH1-Zw
-https://www.charlottemagazine.com/what-happened-to-kyle-fleischmann
-https://www.charlotteobserver.com/charlottefive/c5-people/article236156613.html
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The Old North State PodcastReed Gold MineIn this episode, we discuss Reed Gold Mine, where the United States gold rush began!
Sources:
https://historicsites.nc.gov/all-sites/reed-gold-mine
https://www.visitnc.com/listing/4z2F/reed-gold-mine
https://www.ncpedia.org/reed-gold-mine
https://www.ncpedia.org/industry/gold-rush
https://www.charlotteobserver.com/charlottefive/c5-people/article236281688.html
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Reed_Gold_Mine
https://www.northcarolinahauntedhouses.com/real-haunt/reed-gold-mine.html
http://www.southernspiritguide.org/reed-gold-mine-newsbyte/
https://www.wbtv.com/story/14697217/ghost-spotted-in-reed-gold-mine/ 2021-01-2928 min
Jack Of All SpadesBlack Excellence Personified ft. DeAnna TaylorJack of all Spades presents DeAnna Taylor, who has truly done it all and she’s not stopping anytime soon! Tap in as we learn how blogging was therapeutic for her, Self-Love is the path towards true happiness, and the Bahamas beaches > Myrtle. Travel deals? Legal Advice? Fitness Tips? Better Mindset? You get a little bit of everything during this episode. Passports are required!
Follow DeAnna on IG @ https://instagram.com/brokeandabroadlife?igshid=11y7c53u84yv3
Follow her articles on https://itstheblock.com , https://travelnoire.com , and https://www.charlotteobserver.com/charlottefive
Ta...2020-11-2734 min
The Best of Charlotte013: Black Wednesday - Small Business Marketing with Corri SmithAs a small business owner, I have always had a fascination with marketing. Effective marketing is, of course, essential to the success of any business. In this episode, I have an interesting conversation with Corri Smith – she’s the owner of a highly successful creative marketing and PR firm here in Charlotte called Black Wednesday. Corri shares a lot of insight into effective marketing for small businesses and gives us some great advice and resources to consider along the way. Are you struggling with your marketing? Well then, this episode is for you – enjoy!From the Black Wednes...2020-11-1645 min
Yas, Queen CityEpisode 9: Educating Ourselves about Race in CharlotteHi, Queens. This episode, we are discussing the recent events that have occurred in Minnesota and the events that have occurred across the country, including in Charlotte, for years. As a white person and a white-passing person, we will never understand what it is like to be Black in America. However, we're committed to owning our part in the problem, and to owning our part in the problem as it relates to Charlotte. And we're committed to changing this podcast moving forward to highlight more diverse female voices and perspectives from communities outside of our bubble. As new residents...2020-06-1215 min
Missing in the CarolinasEp 3- Kyle FleischmannKyle Fleischmann was 24 years old when he went missing from uptown Charlotte after a night of drinking with friends. His disappearance is one of the city’s most troubling mysteries. Renee Roberson dives into some of the theories surrounding this case, and how similar it is to the Brian Shaffer disappearance in Columbus, Ohio.
To learn more, visit:
www.missinginthecarolinas.com
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Case Documents:
Crime Watch Daily video: https://ww...2020-05-1520 min
Two WIT podcastEp 61 - #ExtraAdultyJoin Two WIT for random conversations including skin care, tiktok, certifications, events and upcoming guests. Links: https://www.charlotteobserver.com/charlottefive/c5-things-to-do/article238858053.html https://thoughtcatalog.com/kim-quindlen/2018/02/25-tiny-habit-changes-that-will-make-you-a-different-person-in-a-year-from-now/ Super favs Melinda: noom - https://www.noom.com/#/ Kristi: cohabitation countdown 2020-01-1855 min
Date Night with Jake and PageEpisode 27: In this togetherPage was featured in CharlotteFive recently as part of its "Moms Making It" series (shout out to Beth Booker for the write-up!). The title of the article says it best: Page Fehling on waking up at 1:57 a.m. and the conversation with male coworkers she’s sick of having. She discusses the article, her hot takes on the topic of parenting - AND WHY THEY SHOULDN'T BE CONSIDERED HOT!!! - and by the end of this podcast, we're pretty sure she was sick of Jake as well.
Here's a link to the article: https://www.charlottefive.com/moms-making-it-page-fehling/
Thanks for li...2019-01-2616 min
Cheers Charlotte Radio | Craft Beer and Homebrew PodcastEpisode 234- The 2018 Beer End ReviewWe’re closing out 2018 with our annual end of year Charlotte Beer review with Matt McKenzie – Charlotte Magazine, Daniel Hartis – CharlotteFive.com and Jonathan Wells – Olde Hickory Brewing. Special thanks to The Cellar at Duckworth’s for hosting us on location this week. And a special cheers worthy thank you to Eric Gaddy of Casting Shadows Photography for capturing our episode on film.
The post Episode 234- The 2018 Beer End Review appeared first on Cheers Charlotte Radio | Craft Beer and Homebrew Podcast.2019-01-081h 04
CharlotteFive PodcastThe top FREE holiday activities to do in Charlotte this seasonWe're all about the free things here at CharlotteFive. Here's how you can get into the holiday spirit without spending a dime in Charlotte this winter.2018-12-0620 min
Eat Your Heart OutEpisode 2: Of Lay's & LeakageBefore the first episode of EYHO:
Eric: Should we censor any bad language for this podcast?
April: Yeah maybe let's not cuss since our families may listen to this.
During Episode #2:
April says 'anal leakage' approx 17 times
The above recount of our short-lived existence as a family-friendly podcast can also be used as an analogy for Lay's alternative flavor strategy. Starting innocently enough with the first variant 'Sour Cream & Onion' in the 70's to the peculiarly named 'Numb & Spicy Hot Pot'.
Join us as we talk about and...2018-11-191h 09CharlotteFive PodcastHow to Be A Good Panthers Fan: Tailgate Tips & More From Roaring RiotCharlotteFive talks game day dos and don'ts, ranks the Carolina Panthers' most handsome players and more with Roaring Riot's Josh Klein.2018-10-0430 minCharlotteFive PodcastHow to do Charlotte on a BudgetBallin' on a budget? The CharlotteFive Podcast delivers a neighborhood-by-neighborhood guide on how to experience the best out of Charlotte for under $20.2018-05-0823 minCharlotteFive PodcastThe Waggle Company Founder Meggie Williams on returning from Tech StarsThe Waggle Company Founder Meggie Williams joins the CharlotteFive Podcast to discuss her time at Tech Stars, what Charlotte can learn from other start-up communities, and layout plans for the future of the Waggle Company.2018-05-0117 minCharlotteFive PodcastNC Teacher of the Year James FordFormer NC Teacher of the Year James Ford joins the CharlotteFive Podcast to discuss the current state of education in both Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools and North Carolina. 2018-04-1740 minCharlotteFive PodcastPower Ranking Charlotte Spring ActivitesCharlotteFive's Sallie Funderburk and Sean Clark-Weis are joined by Producer Richard Brooke to power-rank their favorite spring activities in Charlotte.2018-04-1031 minCharlotteFive PodcastWho will be the Panthers New Owner?The Charlotte Observer's Katie Peralta and Rick Rothacker join the CharlotteFive Podcast to profile the three leading candidates to purchase the Carolina Panthers. Here is the article they wrote profiling the three men: http://www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/nfl/carolina-panthers/article205398059.html2018-03-1934 minCharlotteFive PodcastWhich Charlotte Neighborhood is Best?The CharlotteFive Podcast breaks down the Neighborhood Bracket Madness happening on the C5 Newsletter to determine which neighborhood is Charlotte's best!2018-03-1444 min
Wavemaker Conversations: A Podcast for the Insanely CuriousArming Teachers: A Good Guy With A Purple Heart Weighs InIntroducing former Army Sergeant Matt Martin, author of “I’ve Been Shot In Combat. And As A Veteran, I’m Telling You: Allowing Teachers To Be Armed Is An Asinine Idea.” Since writing it two weeks ago for his new hometown’s website, CharlotteFive.com, Martin’s story has been viewed more than 2-million times on Facebook. “When I saw the news flash of another school shooting,” he said of the Parkland massacre, “I couldn’t help but think of the firefights I had been involved in and how these students and teachers just encountered their own version of Afghanistan.” Listen to...2018-03-0736 minWavemaker Conversations: A Podcast for the Insanely CuriousArming Teachers: A Good Guy With A Purple Heart Weighs InIntroducing former Army Sergeant Matt Martin, author of “I’ve Been Shot In Combat. And As A Veteran, I’m Telling You: Allowing Teachers To Be Armed Is An Asinine Idea.” Since writing it two weeks ago for his new hometown’s website, CharlotteFive.com, Martin’s story has been viewed more than 2-million times on Facebook. “When I saw the news flash of another school shooting,” he said of the Parkland massacre, “I couldn’t help but think of the firefights I had been involved in and how these students and teachers just encountered their own version of Afghanistan.” Listen to...2018-03-0736 minCharlotteFive PodcastHarvey Gantt Center CEO and President David TaylorHarvey Gantt Center CEO and President David Taylor joins the CharlotteFive Podcast to discuss their mission and their impact on the community. 2018-03-0625 minCharlotteFive Podcast"Allowing teachers to be armed is an asinine idea"Purple Heart recipient and former Army Sergeant Matt Martin joins the CharlotteFive Podcast to discuss his article "I’ve been shot in combat. And as a veteran, I’m telling you: allowing teachers to be armed is an asinine idea." You can read his article here: https://www.charlottefive.com/arming-teachers/2018-02-2639 minCharlotteFive PodcastCity Council Member Braxton Winston on evolving from Demonstrator to Government OfficialDemonstrator turned Charlotte City Council member Braxton Winston joins the CharlotteFive Podcast to discuss his professional evolution, his political celebrity, how he wants to help the city grow, and some of his favorite restaurants in Charlotte.2018-02-2045 minCharlotteFive PodcastHidden Gems - Power-Ranking Charlotte's Best Hidden Gem RestaurantsCharlotteFive's Sean Clark-Weiss, Sallie Funderburk, and Richard Brooke rank their Top 5 Hidden Gem Restaurants in Charlotte.2018-02-1435 minCharlotteFive PodcastThrowing axes and drinking beer at LumberjaxeCharlotteFive gets out of the studio and heads to Lumberjaxe where Sean and Sallie try their hand at throwing axes. Lumberjaxe is a competitive ax-throwing venue in Charlotte, NC. We discuss everything from safety, concept, and competitive leagues.2018-01-2320 minCharlotteFive PodcastPower Ranking Charlotte Restaurant Week Jan18 (Ep110)CharlotteFive's Sallie Funderburk, Sean Clark-Weis, and Richard Brooke power rank the top 5 Charlotte Restaurant Week Deals for January 2018. Charlotte Restaurant Week is a collection of 130 of the best restaurants in 9 counties around the metro Charlotte, NC, area and they offer 3 courses at dinner for just $30 or $35 per person from January 19-28, 2018.2018-01-0936 minCharlotteFive PodcastUFC Fighter Derek Brunson (Ep108)Middleweight UFC Fighter and North Carolina Native Derek Brunson joins the CharlotteFive Podcast to discuss what it's going to be like to fight in his hometown. 2017-12-2712 minCharlotteFive PodcastEp107: Carolina Panthers Owner to Sell the Team with Scott FowlerSports Columnist Scott Fowler joins the CharlotteFive podcast to discuss the whirlwind from the last 72 hours. From Jerry Richardson's misconduct allegations, new COO Tina Becker, selling the Panthers as a team, and potential buyers.2017-12-1925 minCharlotteFive PodcastEp106: Kyle PettyCharlotteFive's Sean Clark-Weis and Sallie Funderburk sit down with Kyle Petty to discuss his racing career, his music career, and philanthropy work.2017-12-1231 minCharlotteFive PodcastEp105: ESPN's 30 for 30 "Nature Boy" Director Rory KarpfCharlotteFive's Sallie Funderburk and Sean Clark-Weiss talk with filmmaker and documentarian Rory Karpf who has worked extensively in sports documentaries in the Carolinas. He has profiled Dale Earnhardt, Christian Laettner, and most recently, ESPN’s 30 for 30 on Ric Flair called “Nature Boy.”2017-12-0623 minCharlotteFive PodcastEp102: Molly GranthamCharlotteFive's Sean Clark-Weis and Sallie Funderburk welcome on WBTV's Molly Grantham. Molly anchors WBTV News at 5:30pm and 11pm. She is an Emmy-award-winning anchor and investigative reporter who has been named TV News Reporter of the Year for both North and South Carolina. She recently published the book “Small Victories: The Off-Camera Life of an On-Camera Mom” You can follow her on Twitter @MollyGrantham. 2017-11-1326 minCharlotteFive PodcastEp101: Toussaint RomainCharlotteFive's Sean Clark-Weis and Sallie Funderburk welcome on Toussaint Romain to the show. Toussaint, you may remember, is a Mecklenburg County public defender, who became pretty well-known after last year’s protests following the Keith Lamont Scott shooting. Since then, he has become a contributing editor to the Charlotte Observer’s editorial pages, and you can find his work online at Charlotteobserver.com. You can follow him on Twitter @RomainEsq.2017-11-0841 minCharlotteFive PodcastEp100: "No More Free Passes" for Bad Craft Beer w/ @AllTheWellsCharlotteFive's Richard Brooke, Sean Clark-Weis, and Sallie Funderburk welcome on Jonathan Wells who is an advocate for independent craft beer. Jonathan recently wrote an article that ran in last week’s newsletter titled “No More Free Passes” which looked at the quality of craft beer being served by new Charlotte breweries. He comes on the show to discuss the reasoning behind the story and the subsequent reaction to it. You can follow Jonathan on Twitter @AllTheWells2017-11-0127 minCharlotteFive PodcastEp98: Introducing the CharlotteFive Panel!The CharlotteFive Panel will be a collection of CharlotteFive Staffers and we will discuss current events in Charlotte, and how it affects your life. Joining producer Richard Brooke on the panel today, is CharlotteFive’s Social Media Manager, Sallie Funderburk, CharlotteFive’s Contributing Editor Sean Clark-Weis, and the Editor in chief of South Park Magazine Caroline Portillo. The C5 Panel discusses Charlotte’s Bid for Amazon’s HQ2, Halloween in Charlotte, the temporary protected bike lane Uptown, and CharlotteFive’s Most Eligible Bachelor/Bachelorette Contest. We also spend probably too much time power-ranking the best Halloween 2017-10-2531 minCharlotteFive PodcastEp97: Charlotte Mayoral Forum w/ Vi Lyles and Kenny Smith at 35BelowThis week's episode of the CharlotteFive podcast is a live recording from our 35 Below event which was a Mayoral forum between Democratic Candidate Vi Lyles and Republican Candidate Kenny Smith. During the event, the candidates discussed everything from public transit, attracting jobs to Charlotte, and the Non-Discrimination ordinance. The event was moderated by Ely Portillo of the Charlotte Observer. If you'd like to attend 35 Below, please visit http://www.charlottefive.com/35-below/2017-10-2357 minCharlotteFive PodcastEp96: Corey Inscoe's Final Episode - Charlotte Trivia Returns!CharlotteFive's Corey Inscoe says good-bye in the only way he wanted to: by playing a game of Charlotte Trivia! He takes on Sallie Funderburk as Quiz Master Richard Brooke tries to stump both of them.2017-10-1638 minCharlotteFive PodcastEp95: TEDxCLT 2017CharlotteFive gets a preview of 2017's TEDxCLT.2017-10-0939 minCharlotteFive PodcastEp94: Power Ranking Charlotte Fall ActivitiesCharlotteFive's Corey Inscoe, Sallie Funderburk, and Richard Brooke Power Rank the best Charlotte Fall Activities. There is also a very important discussion about Thanksgiving foods and Christmas music.2017-10-0339 minCharlotteFive PodcastEp92: Chef Alyssa's KitchenThe CharlotteFive Podcast gets out of the studio and heads into Chef Alyssa's Kitchen for a cooking session with the Charlotte Chef. We are joined by Chef Alyssa and her husband (and business partner) Andrew Wilen. Chef Alyssa's Kitchen hosts cooking classes and catering events throughout Charlotte and they opened their doors in 2013. You can follow Chef Alyssa's Kitchen on Instagram @ChefAlyssaCLT2017-09-1939 minCharlotteFive PodcastEp91: Varian Shrum discusses Camp North EndCharlotteFive's Sallie Funderburk and Corey Inscoe discuss the perfect day in the South End neighborhood. Then, Varian Shrum joins the show to discuss Camp North End--a new development of an old factory site north of Uptown.2017-09-1354 min
Municipal Equation PodcastEP 33: The City ConnectionA majorly successful social engagement program with a yearlong waiting list. Pianos left in the urban outdoors for any random person to play. And a totally mysterious city data collector. We plunge into their mutual concepts -- creative or playful ways of connecting people and their town -- and how they might work where you live. There's a lot of hectic stuff going on out there, so take this episode as a bit of fun (though our warmest and most immediate thoughts are with everyone impacted by the many recent or active natural disasters and other hardships). We also call...2017-09-1242 minCharlotteFive PodcastEp90: Digi-Bridge Founder David Jessup Jr.CharlotteFive's Sallie Funderburk and Corey Inscoe discuss the top things to do in Charlotte for the Month of September. Then, David Jessup Jr. joins the show. David is the founder of Digi-Bridge. Digi-Bridge is an organization that offers "STEAM" courses--that's sciences, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics--for students in their programs. They also provides consultation for schools and organizations for classroom design and set up, and advocate for ways to bridge the digital divide. You can learn more about Digi-Bridge at www.digi-bridge.org2017-09-0540 minCharlotteFive PodcastEp89: Joanne Spataro and Griffin Van Malssen Review Teen MoviesCharlotteFive's Sallie Funderburk and Corey Inscoe discuss how the make the most out of a your long weekend for Labor Day, and where you should watch your favorite college football team at a Charlotte Watch Party. Then, Joanne Spataro and Griffin Van Malssen join the show. They are the co-hosts of the "I was a Teenage Movie Critic" podcast. The pair wrote for the Charlotte Observer's Kidflix/Teen Screens Colum between October 1997 and May 2002 when they were teenagers. They reviewed kid and teen-focused movies, and their podcast is about revisiting these reviews and the movies themselves. ...2017-08-2946 minCharlotteFive PodcastEp88: Charlotte PrideCharlotteFive's Sallie Funderburk and Corey Inscoe discuss the perfect day in Plaza Midwood. Then, Matt Comer of Charlotte Pride joins the show. Charlotte Pride presents programs, projects, and activities that promote and educate the LGBTQ community in the Charlotte area. This weekend is the Charlotte Pride parade and festival, which will occur over Saturday and Sunday. For more information, please visit CharlottePride.org. VIP Tickets can be purchased here: http://charlottepride.org/vip/2017-08-2344 minCharlotteFive PodcastEp87: What are your Charlotte Sins?CharlotteFive's Sallie Funderburk, Corey Inscoe, and Richard Brooke confess their Charlotte Sins. Do you have a Charlotte Sin you need to confess? Get in touch with CharlotteFive! Email: charlottefive@charlottefive.com Facebook: CharlotteFiveNews Twitter: Charlotte_Five Instagram: CLT52017-08-1652 minCharlotteFive PodcastEp86: Startups in Charlotte with PitchBreakfast Executive Director Juan GarzónCharlotteFive's Sallie Funderburk and Corey Inscoe get a quick call from Corri Smith, talk about Justin Beiber at the PGA Championship, Subsecreto, the top places to take your dogs in Charlotte, and an unusual potato chip contest. Then Juan Garzón joins the show. Juan is the Executive Director of StartCharlotte and PitchBreakfast. We discuss Startups in Charlotte, pitching at PitchBreakfast, the challenges that Charlotte faces as a startup city, and even pitch a few CharlotteFive ideas to Juan.2017-08-0850 minCharlotteFive PodcastEp85: Jeremy MarkovichCharlotteFive's Sallie Funderburk and Richard Brooke discuss the Charlotte Hornets jersey unveiling, the LYNX app, and a new concept at Hyde Brewing. Then, Jeremy Markovich joins the show. Jeremy is the Senior Editor/Writer at Our State Magazine and the host of the "Away Message" podcast. He joins us to discuss the creation of the podcast, what it was like to travel to hard to reach places, and moving beyond your Charlotte Bubble.2017-08-0150 minCharlotteFive PodcastEp84: PGA Championship Director Jason MengelCharlotteFive's Sallie Funderburk and Corey Inscoe discuss the new brunch bill, axe throwing, and the return of Football season. Then, we are joined by PGA Championship Director Jason Mengel. Jason in the director for the 2017 PGA Championship which will be held in Quail Hollow in Charlotte, NC in August. 2017-07-2640 minCharlotteFive PodcastEp83: Joedance Film FestivalCharlotteFive's Sallie Funderburk and Corey Inscoe discuss why networking events are awkward, Normie the Lake Norman Monster, and Queen's Feast. Then, we are joined by Diane Restiano of Joedance Film Festival. The Joedance Film Festival is celebrating it's 8th iteration on August 4th and 5th in Fourth Ward. The festival raises money for the Levine Children's Hospital and awareness for rare pediatric cancers. It is held in honor of Joe Restaino. You can purchase ticket at joedance.org2017-07-1939 minCharlotteFive PodcastEp82: Should I care about MLS 2 CLT?CharlotteFive's Corey Inscoe and Sallie Funderburk discuss the Brunch Bill, new restaurant openings, and what to do this weekend. Then, we are joined by Johnny Wakefield of SoccerNSweetTea.com--a website devoted to Soccer in the Carolinas. Johnny gives us an overview about Charlotte's bid to host an MLS team in the city, where the process stands now, and what will happen next. 2017-07-1245 minCharlotteFive PodcastEp81: Power Ranking Charlotte Restaurant WeekCharlotteFive's Sallie Funderburk, Corey Inscoe and Producer Richard Brooke power rank their favorite Charlotte Restaurant Week deals for Summer 2017. To see the full list, visit charlotterestaurantweek.com. Then, Corey and Sallie discuss the 10 things you must do for the month of July in Charlotte.2017-07-0634 minCharlotteFive PodcastEp80: Sarah Crosland's Final EpisodeSarah Crosland bids farewell to the CharlotteFive Podcast.2017-06-2845 minCharlotteFive PodcastEp79: @TheTrolleyWalk & @MillerYohoCharlotteFive's Sarah Crosland and Corey Inscoe discuss the beginning of Charlotte's Summer Then, we are joined by John Short and Miller Yoho of The Charlotte Podcast. They are hosts of The Charlotte Podcast which examines Charlotte as a city and isn't afraid to have fun with their guests. You can follow them on Twitter @TheTrolleyWalk and @MillerYoho.2017-06-2251 minCharlotteFive PodcastEp 78.5: Levine Museum of the New South historian Brenda TindalBrenda Tindal, the staff historian at the Levine Museum of the New South, joined the show to talk about how she came into this role, Charlotte's history, the museum and its K(NO)W Justice K(NO)W Peace exhibit. This special episode of the CharlotteFive Podcast was recorded at C5's most recent 35 Below young professionals breakfast at Levine Museum of the New South.2017-06-1532 minCharlotteFive PodcastEp78: Kicking it with Cam NewtonCharlotteFive's Sarah Crosland and Corey Inscoe take the podcast on a mobile adventure to Cam Newton's charity kickball event--Kicking it with Cam. We interview Cam Newton and discuss his favorite spots in Charlotte as well as where he goes for date night. We also catch up with Sports Illustrated's Jonathan Jones to see what the Panthers are going to do this upcoming season.2017-06-1224 minCharlotteFive PodcastEp77: Corruption in NC's Prison SystemCharlotteFive's Sarah Crosland and Corey Inscoe and Richard Brooke discuss the best day trips in Charlotte. Then, we are joined by Ames Alexander and Gavin Off. They are investigative journalists for the Charlotte Observer. Along with Elizabeth Leland, they released a report on corruption in North Carolina's Prison system. You can read the full report here http://www.charlotteobserver.com/news/special-reports/article152336587.html2017-06-0642 minCharlotteFive PodcastEp76: 24 Hours of BootyCharlotteFive's Sarah Crosland, Corey Inscoe and Richard Brooke give each other trivia on Charlotte. Then, we are joined by Spencer Lueders. Spencer is the founder of 24 Foundation, which will be organizing the 16th Annual 24 Hours of Booty event this July. Registration is live now so you can find all information about 24 Hours of Booty and 24Foundation.org.2017-05-3144 minCharlotteFive PodcastEp75: LIVE at The Art of Yoga and International Museum DayCharlotteFive's Richard Brooke and Corey Inscoe walk through the Bechtler Museum in Uptown Charlotte with the help of Andy Goh. Then, Katie Toussaint joins the show to discuss Yoga, fitness, beer, and Charlotte with NC Yoga Bar's Ali Washburn and Work for Your Beer's Alicia Thomas2017-05-2335 minCharlotteFive PodcastEp74: Governor Roy CooperNorth Carolina Governor Roy Cooper joins the CharlotteFive Podcast. This episode was recorded at #35BelowCLT. For more information on how you can attend a #35BelowCLT, please visit Charlottefive.com Topics include: Getting involved in local elections, HB2, education, and economic mobility.2017-05-1754 minCharlotteFive PodcastEp73: "CMS Town" Public Education in Charlotte with Ann Doss HelmsWhat is the future of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools? CharlotteFive's Sarah Crosland and Corey Inscoe discuss labor-inducing pizza, Corey's future as a father, and what to do for Mother's Day in Charlotte. Then, Sarah and Corey sit down with Ann Doss Helms to discuss the future of Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools.2017-05-1144 minCharlotteFive PodcastEp72: How does Charlotte grow?Cranes and apartment buildings are popping up all over the city. But how will this growth shape the city? We talked to three prominent Charlotte developers at the April 35Below event, which we recorded live for this episode of the CharlotteFive Podcast.2017-05-0849 minCharlotteFive PodcastEp71: Charlotte Beer Roundtable with NoDa Brewing's Suzie Ford Birdsong Brewing's Chris GouletCharlotte Beer has boomed over the past few years. It has transformed from local breweries making a name for themselves into an entire industry. NoDa Brewing Company's Suzie Ford and Birdsong Brewing Company's Chris Goulet join CharlotteFive's Sarah Crosland and Corey Inscoe to discuss the growth of their breweries, the state of Charlotte Craft Beer, and an update on State Legislation and the Craft Freedom Movement.2017-05-031h 01CharlotteFive PodcastEp70: Charlotte's Got A Lot (dot) comIs Charlotte a tourist destination? What do tourists who come to Charlotte do when they're here? CharlotteFive's Sarah Crosland and Corey Inscoe talk about the meteoric rise of Camp North End, one of Charlotte's Secrets. Then, Laura White of Charlotte Regional Visitors Authority joins the show. The CRVA is a division of the City of Charlotte that focuses on destination development, marketing, and venue management.Their main focus is increasing visitor spending to the city. You can learn more at crva.com or CharlottesGotALot.com2017-04-2546 minCharlotteFive PodcastEp69: @TheCheekyBeenWhat's it like to be an Instagram star? How much money could you make doing solely Instagram posts? CharlotteFive's Sarah Crosland and Corey Inscoe do a deep dive into Cam Newton's Romper. Then, Vanessa Krombeen joins the show. Vanessa runs the popular Instagram account and blog @TheCheekyBeen. The channel focuses on fashion and lifestyle throughout the United States. You can follow Vanessa on Instagram @TheCheekyBeen.2017-04-1945 minCharlotteFive PodcastEp68: Retro Charlotte with Maria David aka @ObserverArchiveEver heard that Charlotte doesn't have any history? We set out to dispel that myth on today's episode. CharlotteFive's Sarah Crosland and Corey Inscoe discuss do a deep dive on the historical aspects of homes in Charlotte Neighborhoods. Then, Maria David of the Charlotte Observer joins the CharlotteFive Podcast. Maria runs Retro Charlotte which uncovers aspects of Charlotte's history by utilizing the photo archives at the Charlotte Observer. She is active on twitter @ObserverArchive and highlights both the fun and serious side of Charlotte's history.2017-04-1247 minCharlotteFive PodcastEp67: HB2 Repeal with Katie PeraltaJust what the hell happened with the HB2 Repeal? Was this even a repeal at all? CharlotteFive's Sarah Crosland and Corey Inscoe discuss Sarah's new book "Secret Charlotte." Then, Katie Peralta of the Charlotte Observer joins the CharlotteFive Podcast to explain the HB2 repeal and what it means for the future of Charlotte.2017-04-0544 minCharlotteFive PodcastEp66: Charlotte Knights Director of PR Tommy Viola and the Perfect Bachelor(ette) weekend in CLTCharlotteFive's Sarah Crosland and Corey Inscoe describe their perfect Bachelor and Bachelorette weekends in the Queen City. Then Tommy Viola of the Charlotte Knights joins the show. Tommy is the Director of PR for the Charlotte Knights and discusses everything from promotions, the changing skyline, and what to expect from a ballgame in BB&T Park this season.2017-03-2841 minCharlotteFive PodcastEp65: Charlotte City Council Member Dimple AjmeraCharlotteFive's Sarah Crosland and Corey Inscoe discuss how the neighborhood brackets story nearly ripped apart the newsroom. Then, Charlotte City Council Member Dimple Ajmera joins the CharlotteFive Podcast to discuss her role as the youngest woman, the first Asian-American, and the first Millennial to serve on Charlotte's City Council.2017-03-2250 minCharlotteFive PodcastEp63: "The Media" Roundtable and City Council Candidate Larken EgelstonCharlotteFive's Sarah Crosland and Corey Inscoe discuss how "The Media" is portrayed and how it will evolve in a new era of news and journalism. Charlotte City Council Candidate Larken Egelston also joins the CharlotteFive Podcast to discuss his candidacy and how people can get involved in the city.2017-03-1556 minCharlotteFive PodcastEp62: Hilliard Studio Method's Liz and Clary HilliardHilliard Studio Method's Liz and Clary Hilliard joins the CharlotteFive Podcast with Corey Inscoe and Sarah Crosland to discuss opening their own fitness studio, what it's like to work together with family, and how to stay motivated to health and also their business. Corey and Sarah also discuss Soccer in Charlotte, and how to celebrate International Women's Day in the Queen City.2017-03-0848 minCharlotteFive PodcastEp61: Katy KindredTo get tickets to the CharlotteFive Awards: please visit bit.ly/2llyuio The CharlotteFive Awards are powered by OrthoCarolina. Katy Kindred joins the CharlotteFive Podcast with Corey Inscoe and Sarah Crosland to discuss the journey of the restaurant Kindred. Corey Inscoe and Sarah Crosland also discuss the top 10 things to do in March.2017-03-0250 minCharlotteFive PodcastEpisode 60: Segregation in Charlotte w/ Dr. Tom HanchettHow has Charlotte's past with segregation affected neighborhoods now? Dr. Tom Hanchett joins the CharlotteFive Podcast with Corey Inscoe and Sarah Crosland to discuss Charlotte's history of segregation and how we can learn from the past as we affect our future. Corey Inscoe and Sarah Crosland also discuss how neighborhoods got their names, CIAA weekend, and being on TuneIn Radio. "The Wedge" and "The Neck" referenced by Dr. Hanchett can be viewed here: http://bit.ly/2lJU7tS To get tickets to the CharlotteFive Awards: please visit http://bit.ly/2llyuio2017-02-2249 minCharlotteFive PodcastEp57: Representative Kelly Alexander, Brenda Tindal, and Black History MonthCharlotteFive's Sarah Crosland and Corey Inscoe sit down with Representative Kelly Alexander and Historian Brenda Tindal on this week's episode of the CharlotteFive Podcast. The CharlotteFive Podcast will be celebrating Black History Month all this month and this is part 1 of our series.2017-02-0256 min