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The Nick Craig ShowImmigration Crack Down in North Carolina - Tuesday, November 18th, 2025Immigration officials are moving into Raleigh today as the statewide crackdown on illegal immigration continues. U.S. Senate candidate Michael Whatley joins me to discuss. This show aired on Tuesday, November 18th, 2025.
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2025-11-1850 minThe Nick Craig ShowImmigration Crack Down in North Carolina - Tuesday, November 18th, 2025Immigration officials are moving into Raleigh today as the statewide crackdown on illegal immigration continues. U.S. Senate candidate Michael Whatley joins me to discuss. This show aired on Tuesday, November 18th, 2025.
Show notes at: https://patreon.com/NickCraig
For experienced and dedicated legal services, visit https://lawgroupnc.com or call them at 910-251-6088.
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2025-11-1850 min
EdUp Smart SpaceEpisode 32 - Building Beyond: Co-Creating the Campus of the FutureIn this episode, Craig discusses the intersection of education, technology, and the built environment, focusing on the challenges and opportunities in campus technology planning. based on his presentation at the Educational Technology Collaborative 2025 Conference in Raleigh, NC.He emphasizes the importance of early collaboration between technology leaders and design teams to create effective learning environments, and guides the structuring of visionary collaborative teams. The conversation introduces the Bridge Framework, a structured approach to integrating technology into campus projects, and highlights the cost implications of late technology engagement. Real-world examples illustrate the benefits of...
2025-10-2223 minThe Nick Craig ShowIryna’s Law - Tuesday, September 23rd, 2025Lawmakers in Raleigh have advanced Iryna’s Law (HB 307), a sweeping justice reform that tightens release rules for violent offenders, ends cashless bail, expands mental health evaluations, and speeds up death penalty appeals. This show aired on Tuesday, September 23rd, 2025.
Show notes at: https://patreon.com/NickCraig
For experienced and dedicated legal services, visit https://lawgroupnc.com or call them at 910-251-6088.
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2025-09-2351 minThe Nick Craig ShowIryna’s Law - Tuesday, September 23rd, 2025Lawmakers in Raleigh have advanced Iryna’s Law (HB 307), a sweeping justice reform that tightens release rules for violent offenders, ends cashless bail, expands mental health evaluations, and speeds up death penalty appeals. This show aired on Tuesday, September 23rd, 2025.
Show notes at: https://patreon.com/NickCraig
For experienced and dedicated legal services, visit https://lawgroupnc.com or call them at 910-251-6088.
Get 40% off Ground.News at https://nickcraig.com/ground
2025-09-2351 min
This is Raleigh PodcastEP 61: Kevin Rudd in Raleigh: Australia's Ambassador on NC, Business, and BanterThis week, we welcome a very special guest to the podcast: Kevin Rudd, former Prime Minister of Australia and now Australia's Ambassador to the United States. During his visit to Raleigh, Ambassador Rudd sat down with us for a light-hearted yet insightful conversation about: What brings him to North Carolina — from touring Duke University to visiting Aussie-owned business NuFarm His role as Ambassador and why US–Australia ties matter more than ever Why North Carolina is attracting Australian businesses and opportunities for future collaboration Plus some fun Aussie vs American banter — from slang to sport to who re...
2025-09-1031 min
Chasing Pars Golf Podcast(Ep 178) Dorota ZalewskaAfter a little bit of a break I was joined by Poland's history maker in Dorota Zalewska who became the first ever Polish player to win a tour card on Ladies European Tour in 2024 gaining 3 top 20's in her rookie season & held the lead at this year's Dutch Open at Goyer.
Dorota is from Szczesin, Poland and started out the game with her father at the age of 10 at Modry Las GC and has won Polish Junior Championship, Polish Matchplay & Polish Amateur Ladies Open. Dori went to University of Tennessee at Chattanooga winning 4 times at Ch...
2025-09-021h 23
The Message on MondayAngie Allgood (Special Guest): Eyes on Heaven - Week 7This past Sunday at The Bridge we heard from an amazing guest speaker Randy Carter from Raleigh, NC. So in this week's episode I interviewed Angie Allgood for perspective on this week's verse. Angie is one of the most thoughtful and kind people I know. When I think of peacemaker, she is definitely high on the list.Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God. Matthew 5:10Learn more about joining The Bridge in person for a Sunday service at one of the four Bridge Church Campuses.https://www.thebridgechurch...
2025-08-0824 min
WPTF Morning NewsWade Harris Team Market Owner of the Raleigh FirebirdsThe triangle area is now and has always been, a hotbed for incredible basketball talent. High School and college phenoms like calling North Carolina home. The Raleigh Firebirds, an awesome basketball team, have advanced to the TBL Southeastern Conference Finals. There's a lot at stake. Joining Jon Champion and Craig Green discuss the team and the big games ahead is Wade Harris Team Market Owner of the Raleigh Firebirds.
2025-06-0405 min
The Erica ShowCraig and Caroline - This is Raleigh 4-4-25Craig and Caroline with THIS IS RALEIGH with your weekend to dos!
2025-04-0401 minThe Erica ShowWhat Up Weekend with This Is Raleigh - 1-31-25Caroline and Craig in from This is Raleigh with the cool things to do in Raleigh this weekend.
2025-01-3101 minThe Erica ShowThis Is Raleigh In Studio with 'The What Up Weekend' In Raleigh - Caroline and CraigAll of the fun things you can do in the triangle this weekend with Caroline and Craig.
2024-12-1301 minThe Erica ShowWhat Up Weekend with This Is Raleigh - Craig and Caroline 12-5-24This is Raleigh - Craig and Caroline giving us the best bets to check out in the Triangle this weekend.
2024-12-0502 minThis is Raleigh PodcastEP 60: Raleigh Real Estate Update (Nov 2024)In this episode we chat about the current Raleigh real estate market in November, 2024, with our realtor partner, Chuck Belden, a local full-service and client-centered realtor. Chuck shares valuable insights into the current state of the Raleigh market for the first quarter and looking ahead, including: Is it a buyers or sellers market? Current inventory for sale (supply & demand) Are prices rising, stabilizing, or declining? Average time on market? Current average home price in Raleigh Current interest rates and their impact What factors are driving the Raleigh real estate market right now? Good value neighborhoods Advice for buyers a...
2024-11-0531 minThe Erica ShowWelcome - This Is Raleigh - Craig and CarolineWelcome Caroline and Craig who be giving us the scoop on all things Raleigh!
2024-10-3010 min
The Garden Question173 - Embracing Naturalistic Planting Designs - Jared Barnes173 - Embracing Naturalistic Planting Designs - Jared BarnesNaturalistic planting design begins with understanding what roles certain plants play in nature.One of the most useful concepts in a plants’ survival strategy is learning how to classify it on the Grimes Triangle.This is a new concept for me. I don’t remember every hearing about this classification system or how it works. We talk about this and more in this episode 173 - Embracing Naturalistic Planting Designs - Jared Barnes, Ph.D. An encore and remixed presentation. Dr. J...
2024-08-011h 08
Big Ideas RaleighMaintaining our ParksDid you know Raleigh has over 10,000 acres of parkland? In this episode, you will learn how to maintain our parks, from greenways to urban forests. In this episode, you will hear from Parks and Greenway Infrastructure Superintendent Brian Johnson, Urban Forester, Zach Manor, and Assistant Director of Parks Charles Craig.Raleigh Parks is powered by the City of Raleigh Parks and Recreation Department, and is hosted by Cara McLeod.
2024-07-0859 min
Treasures of our Town20yrs of GeoWoodstock... Recorded LIVESend us a textPrepare to be transported to the vibrant atmosphere of Geo Woodstock 20 in Flagstaff, Arizona, where the challenges of setting up in an open-air amphitheater only added to the excitement. Join Joshua, the Geocaching Vlogger from Minnesota, and Craig, also known as Seemyshell from Australia, as they recount their adventures and the beautiful surroundings that made the event unforgettable. Discover how the history and evolution of Geo Woodstock have shaped it into the ultimate gathering for geocaching enthusiasts worldwide.From its humble beginnings in 2003, spearheaded by Joe GTS Armstrong in Louisville, Kentucky...
2024-06-1054 minThe Garden Question162 - Cultivating Your Epic Tomatoes - Craig LeHoullierCraig LeHoullier is known for many things in the tomato world. Some know him as the NC Tomatoman. Some know him as the fellow who named the very popular heirloom tomato Cherokee Purple.To others, he is the author of two books Epic Tomatoes and Growing Vegetablesin Straw Bales. Craig is the co-host of Tomatopalooza and a co-leader of the DwarfTomato Breeding Project.Around town in Henderson or Raleigh North, Carolina, you may know him as just the odd person with a garden where the driveway used...
2024-05-1650 minThis is Raleigh PodcastEP 59: Raleigh Real Estate Market Update (May 2024)In this episode we chat about the current Raleigh real estate market with our realtor partner, Chuck Belden, a local full-service and client-centered realtor. Chuck shares valuable insights into the current state of the Raleigh market for the first quarter and looking ahead, including: Is it a buyers or sellers market? Current inventory for sale (supply & demand) Are prices rising, stabilizing, or declining? Average time on market? Current average home price in Raleigh Current interest rates and their impact What factors are driving the Raleigh real estate market right now? Good value neighborhoods Advice for buyers and sellers D...
2024-05-151h 17
Weird Games and Weirder People62 Craig HatlerCraig Hatler (he/him), @tezrak on most socials, bis the IT Help Desk Manager for a small historically black university in Raleigh, NC, USA. He has been playing #TTRPGs for over 30 years & have been developing/designing for over half that time. He has created a modular system and setting, both released as Creative Commons, allowing others to create with his work collaboratively.
I confess I didn't know much about Craig's work before the interview, and he helped me out when a guest had to cancel. He was on my list of future guest but...
2024-05-022h 13
Locked On Blue Jays - Daily Podcast On The Toronto Blue JaysCal Raleigh Fires back at John Schneider: Drama Heats Up Between the Mariners and the Blue Jays.The Toronto Blue Jays drop the final game of the series to the Seattle Mariners in extra innings, 6-1. Yusei Kikuchi was electric on the mound today, striking out 8 of the first 10 batters on his way to throwing 6 innings of one-run ball. The only source of Blue Jays' offense in today’s game was Vladimir Guererro Jr, smashing a baseball 459 feet off Logan Gilbert, sitting in the top 5 as one of the farthest home runs Vladdy has ever hit in his career.
After the loss, Cal Raleigh called out John Schneider about his comments about Raleigh and the Mariner's offense la...
2024-04-1132 minThis is Raleigh PodcastEP 57: Biltmore Estate & London (travel tips)We love to travel and sharing our tips. After visiting 50+ countries and living in 5 countries, we have lots to share from domestic getaways from Raleigh, to internatinal trips. In this episode we are chatting about one local and one international destination; Biltmore Estate in North Carolina, and London in the UK! What to see, do, eat and where to stay in each destination, how to get there, getting around tips and much more! RESOURCES: Biltmore Estate: Guide to visiting Biltmore Estate Charming stay at the Inn on Biltmore 48 hours in downtown Asheville La...
2024-04-101h 02This is Raleigh PodcastEP 56: Jessica Holt from Visit RaleighWe love getting local insights about Raleigh, and it would be hard to find someone with their finger on the pulse of what's happening in Raleigh more than Jessica Holt, the Public Relations and International Tourism Manager at Visit Raleigh. In this episode we ask Jess about what she thinks sets Raleigh apart from other cities as a tourist destination, how has Raleigh's tourism landscape evolved over the years what she sees for its future, her must-visit attractions, places to eat and drink, her favorite festivals, what advice she would you give to someone planning their first tr...
2024-04-0249 minThis is Raleigh PodcastEP 55 - Spring Time in RaleighSpring is one of our favorite times to get outdoors and enjoy the vibrant Raleigh lifestyle. The weather is warming up, the gardens are blooming, and there are fun festivals & events. In this episode we talk about all the fun things to do in Raleigh during Spring, inlcuding best gardens, events, places to eat outside, trails and much more! RESOURCES: 40+ things to do in Spring Art in Bloom at NC Art Museum Dreamville Festival CueGrass Fest Brewgaloo Fest Spring Daze Artsplosure Rose Garden Dorothea Dix Park WRAL Azalea Garden Duke Gardens Juniper Level Botanic G...
2024-03-2242 min
Mahoning Drive-In Radio106 - Mark Frank and Craig Askew - The Raleigh Road Outdoor Theatre - Henderson, NC
Jeff, Virgil and Mark chat with Mark Frank, owner, and Craig Askew, longtime projectionist at the Raleigh Road Outdoor Theatre in Henderson, North Carolina, celebrating their 75th Anniversary this year, about film vs digital projection, Taylor Swift, vintage wiring, WOW Burgers, and more! This episodes goes down in MDIR history as the first guests to join us from INSIDE their Drive-In screen!
Recorded 2/19/24
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2024-03-141h 10This is Raleigh PodcastEP 54: Pet-Friendly RaleighWe are recent pet owners, two cats, and we know how much you guys in America love your pets. I think we are the only people in Raleigh without a dog, lol. In this episode we talk about pet-friendly businesses in Raleigh including restaurants, breweries, dog parks and trails. And we also discuss adaption centers, pet supply stores, vet care, and much more! RESOURCES: SPCA of Wake County Second chance pet adoptions Wake County animal center Safe haven for cats Unleashed Pet Supplies Plus Pet Mania Chewy.com Trusted Housesitters (use code: YTRAVEL25 for a 2...
2024-03-1356 minThis is Raleigh PodcastEP 53: Spring Break Getaways from RaleighSpring Break a little early this year, mid - end of March with Easter Sunday being on March 31. In this episode we share Spring break getaway ideas from Raleigh that are easy to get to by driving. Plus, some fun international destinations that have direct flights! If you're looking for Spring Break tips and inspiration, listen in get ready to pack your car or dust off your passport! Here is our spring break getaway from Raleigh guide with more information: https://thisisraleigh.com/spring-break-destinations-from-raleigh/ RESOURCES: 18 fun things to do on Ocracoke Island...
2024-03-081h 01This is Raleigh PodcastEP 52: Raleigh Bucket List for 2024Looking to explore Raleigh as a local in 2024? Here are our suggestions for the best things to do in Raleigh including the outdoors, food, breweries & bars, family fun, festivals, sports, and neighborhoods.
2024-02-271h 00
Point to the PasserS1, E33: Recapping Pitt and Clemson, a Tobacco Road Showdown at NC State, and Why a Pair of Sneakers Ended Up in a Tree After a Carolina Loss Back in 2001The Heels travel to Raleigh on Wednesday of this week to take on a 11-3 (3-0) Wolfpack team. That record sound familiar? Yes, the two teams are tied overall and both sit atop the ACC (shoutout to the Deacs as well!) PNC Arena is gonna be rockin'. We'll preview the NC State matchup and recap two gritty road wins at Pitt and at Clemson.Also, remember that time you heard about Jonathan's shoes ending up in a tree? We've got all the details and how it marked the beginning of the end of the Matt Doherty era.
2024-01-0953 min
Prison to PromiseMr. Andre Smith : A Path Less Followed ptI Ep. 67
Andre Smith is a practicing Buddhist, an activist, and a teacher of meditation and anger management. Through the Kadampa Center in Raleigh, NC, he has worked with incarcerated people for more than fifteen years, and through Murder Victims’ Families for Reconciliation, he advocated for the enactment of the NC Racial Justice Act. He is now an active volunteer with the NC Coalition for Alternatives to the Death Penalty. He lost his son, Daniel "Peace" Smith, to murder in 2007. The death of his son only made him more committed to his work with incarcerated people and his advocac...
2023-10-2940 minThis is Raleigh PodcastEP 51: The BEST Trails in Raleigh North Carolina https://thisisraleigh.com/raleigh-trails/2023 is the Year of the Trail in North Carolina and we're grateful to live in an area that has so many awesome opportunities for walking and biking trails. In this episode we share our favorite trails in Raleigh and tips for what to take to get you up off the couch, out the door, and hitting the excellent greenway and forest trails we have at our disposal. WHAT WE TALKED ABOUT: Lake trails Greenway trails Bike trails Umstead State Park Hiking with kids Tips for what...
2023-04-1337 minThis is Raleigh PodcastBrandon McCraney, Founder of Olde Raleigh Distillery Brandon McCraney is the owner, operator, and master blender at Olde Raleigh Distillery in Zebulon with a focus on the art of blending and distilling spirits, and he's been on a mission to make damn good whiskey since its establishment in 2017. In this episode Brandon shares the differences between whiskey and bourbon, the many challenges he faced getting off the ground, the process of blending, what makes Olde Raleigh different from other distilleries, why he chose Zebulon and the community response, and much more! WHAT WE TALKED ABOUT: B...
2023-03-0958 minThis is Raleigh PodcastInternational Flights from Raleigh Durham AirportWe love our local Raleigh Durham Airport (RDU) for many reasons, and in this episode, we discuss international flight options from RDU as well as tips for parking, eating, and getting to RDU. Plus, we share our personal experiences of flying to London, Dublin, and The Bahamas from RDU, why it might be best sometimes to drive to Charlotte for international flights, plus other important flying and travel tips! WHAT WE TALKED ABOUT: Why we love Raleigh Durham Airport Raleigh vs. Charlotte Airport International flight options from Raleigh Parking at RDU Food at RDU W...
2023-02-141h 00
This is Raleigh PodcastEP 48: Health and Wellness Companies we Use and Love in RaleighWe prescribe to the notion that "prevention is better than cure" when it comes to health and wellness, and in this episode, we share local businesses in the Raleigh area that we personally use for various health and wellness needs and the services they offer. WHAT WE TALKED ABOUT: Our health history Chiropractic Reiki Our gyms Infrared sauna Blue Water medical spa Where I purchase my grass-fed meat RESOURCES: Well Centered Wellness Harmony Life Reiki F45 – Olde Raleigh / West Cary Blue Water Spa Rize Salon and Infrared Sauna 02 Fitness The Butcher's Market
2023-01-3149 minThis is Raleigh PodcastWhat's ahead for 2023?We are back Raleigh! Back on the podcast for the new year ahead. We've listened to the feedback and suggestions of over 400 people who completed our annual survey. It was so helpful and important for planning our 2023 year of Raleigh content. In this episode we chat about what we see ahead for 2023 in Raleigh, based upon the survey results. We share our business plans, life goals, and of course our travel plans. Let's do this 2023! We'd love to hear your goals for 2023 in the comments! Full show notes: https://this...
2023-01-2150 min
British BMX Hall of Fame PodcastPodcast – Jason Boness (Raleigh)While in the UK over Christmas I headed over to Raleigh for a Tour of the Factory and recorded a Podcast with my friend Jason Boness, who I’ve known for a very long time. We talked about both Jason and his brother Jamie’s history in BMX who have been involved since the early 80s riding Raleigh Grifters and Burners, the start of Newark Club alongside riding and racing in the Nottingham, Derby and East Midlands areas at the time. Jason talked about going the Freestyle route riding Nottingham’s Broadmarsh with Ross Marshall, Donovan Pennant, Nick Martin, and Mark H...
2023-01-051h 07This is Raleigh PodcastWhat's it like to live in Boylan Heights, Raleigh? The Boylan Heights neighborhood in Raleigh is one of our favorites! It's hard to beat location - on the edge of Downtown Raleigh and next door to Pullen Park - plus Charming Southern homes and small neighborly feel makes it an ideal place to live in Raleigh. It's also a great place for anybody to grab a coffee from Rebus Works, some pastries from Boulted Bread, a craft brew from Vaulted Craft Brew, and lunch/dinner from Wye Hill! WHAT WE TALKED ABOUT Our new series...
2022-10-2124 minThis is Raleigh PodcastWhat to Do in Raleigh in the FallIt's almost Fall, y'all, our favorite time of year. It's the time of fun festivals, leaf peeping, patio dining, picnics, trails to hike, pumpkin flavored everything and Halloween fun. In this episode we chat about the best things to do in Raleigh in Fall. What we talked about: When is Fall in Raleigh? Best places in Raleigh to see Fall colors Greenway trails and lakes we love Picnic spots in the Fall Cafes and bars for Fall seasonal treats Festivals & events in Fall Halloween fun and house decorations Why the beach is great during S...
2022-09-0738 minThis is Raleigh PodcastEP 44: Getting to Know Raleigh (for first time visitors or relocators)If you are visiting Raleigh for the first time, let us be your personal chaperone. Listen in as we share all the experiences you'd have, and the places we'd take you to get to know all about the city of Raleigh including neighborhoods, restaurants, festivals, sporting events, parks, trails, breweries and much more! WHAT WE TALKED ABOUT: Best neighborhoods to explore Places to eat & drink Trails to walk Parks to visit Lakes to explore Festivals to attend Sports to go watch And other uniquely Raleigh experiences RESOURCES: 48 hours in Raleigh itinerary 12 great pl...
2022-08-2643 minThe Garden Question071 – Success with Naturalistic Plantings – Jared BarnesNaturalistic planting design begins with understanding what roles certain plants play in nature.One of the most useful concepts in a plants’ survival strategy is learning how to classify it on the Grimes Triangle.This is a new concept for me. I don’t remember every hearing about this classification system or how it works. We talk about this and more in this episode 071 – Success with Naturalistic Plantings with our guest Jared Barnes, Ph.D. Dr. Jared started gardening when he was five years old. Since then, he has enthusiastically pursued how to be...
2022-08-181h 07The Garden Question071 – Success with Naturalistic Plantings – Jared Barnes, Ph.D.Naturalistic planting design begins with understanding what roles certain plants play in nature. One of the most useful concepts in a plants’ survival strategy is learning how to classify it on the Grimes Triangle. This is a new concept for me. I don’t remember every hearing about this classification system or how it works. We talk about this and more in this episode 071 – Success with Naturalistic Plantings with our guest Jared Barnes, Ph.D. Dr. Jared started gardening when he was five years old. Since then, he has enthusiastically pursued how to be...
2022-08-181h 07This is Raleigh Podcast3 Great Theme Parks near Raleigh, NCYou don't have to travel all the way to Florida from Raleigh to get your thrills and spills at theme parks. In this episode we share three great theme parks near Raleigh for riding big roller coasters, water slides and creating family memories. We're traveling to Carowinds near Charlotte, Wet & Wild in Greensboro and Busch Gardens in Virginia. WHAT WE TALKED ABOUT: Carowinds Amusement Park in Charlotte, NC How to get there, why we loved Carowinds, rides we loved most, ticket optioBusch ns, we to stay, and much more! Wet n' Wild W...
2022-08-1727 min
Movers MindsetAlan Tran: Journaling, reflection and looking aheadHow does the process of reflection and self-improvement shape personal growth and teaching methodologies?
Alan Tran is a parkour coach and collaborator from Raleigh, North Carolina. He’s the founder of Enso Movement and is a director for both the Art of Retreat and the United States Parkour Association. Alan continues to serve the parkour and movement community through active service and outreach.
"I carved out the space to de-evolve and reinvent myself. In many ways, it wasn't intentional by any means, at the start of my personal practices. But in many ways, it was a...
2022-08-1256 minThis is Raleigh Podcast49: Raleigh Summer Bucket ListIt is hot out there y'all, but we do love a Raleigh summer and embracing all the fun things to do at this time of year. In this episode, we chat about a fun list of activities and events to help cool you down and enjoy the beautiful weather! WHAT WE TALKED ABOUT: Awesome places to go Paddle boarding & kayaking in Raleigh Places in Raleigh to swim Hiking trails Breweries with beer gardens Picnic spots Sunset spots Museums Durham Bulls Rooftop bars Pullen Park Concerts & Festivals Women's soccer Trampoline park...
2022-08-0537 minThis is Raleigh Podcast: Cary Heise, founder of Designed For JoyCary, and her partner Kristen Sydow, are amazing. @DesignedForJoy in downtown Raleigh provides women in crisis (those living at high risk for sex and labor trafficking and/or food and housing insecurities) with stability through immediate employment (a living wage) and support, removing the stigma of vulnerability. This is an inspiring story of women helping women. Cary shares all about how Designed For Joy came about, what women they can help, how they help them, why she wanted to serve women, where you can purchase their beautiful products, how you can volunteer for them, and so mu...
2022-07-261h 01This is Raleigh Podcast39. Second quarter Raleigh wrap upHalf the year gone again! Each quarter we record a wrap on what we've been doing in Raleigh, new fun finds, any important news and what's coming up for third quarter! In this second quarter wrap for 2022, we talk about cool beaches near Raleigh, a great new camping lakeside camping location we discovered, some fun festivals and events, and being Raleigh real estate agents! We also introduce a new Australian word! Full show notes: https://thisisraleigh.com/podcast-39-second-quarter-raleigh-wrap-up/
2022-07-1552 minThis is Raleigh Podcast38: Cool things to do in Durham, NCOnly 30 minutes up the road from Raleigh is Durham, named the "tastiest town in the South". Durham is also famous for Duke University and Durham Bulls' baseball. We also love the inclusive, entrepreneurial spirit of Durham. We chat about our recent staycation in Durham with our top recommendations on things to do - even if just on a one day trip! We explore art, culture, and of course food and drink! Cool wine bars and frozen custard ahead. WHAT WE TALKED ABOUT: Why Durham makes for a great day trip from Raleigh (o...
2022-07-1540 minThis is Raleigh Podcast37: Best Beaches near Raleigh (less than 3 hour drive)One of the great things about living in Raleigh is not being too far from the North Carolina Coast. In this podcast we share some of our favorite beaches near Raleigh. We discuss their different personalities, what we love about them, and some standout things to do and see in each one. WHAT WE TALKED ABOUT: What beaches makes for a great getaway from Raleigh Highlights of each beach town RESOURCE LINKS: BlackwellMortgageNC.com 12 great beaches near Raleigh 3 day getaway to the Crystal Coast What to do in Carolina Beach 15 things to do in C...
2022-06-2440 minThis is Raleigh Podcast36: Looking for Raleigh Real Estate Agents? We can help!In this episode we talk about our new Raleigh real estate business, how we can connect you to awesome realtors, a mortgage broker, and experts in all areas of moving to Raleigh. This is Raleigh podcast is hosted by Caroline and Craig Makepeace
2022-06-1543 min
This is Raleigh Podcast35. Marcus Ginyard (former UNC Basketball Captain)Marcus Ginyard graduated from UNC in 2010 with all the basketball accolades you can imagine including NCAA champion, team captain, defensive player of the year, and All-ACC defense. After a 12-year career playing overseas in various countries - Poland, France, Ukraine to name a few - Marcus is back in the Triangle and starting his second career with Medalist Capital. Tune in to find out what his time at UNC was like, playing professionally overseas, what's going on with his next chapter, and so much more! WHAT WE TALKED ABOUT: Meeting Marcus in 2008 at a UNC fans...
2022-05-261h 37
This is Raleigh PodcastZack Johnson, Empire Agency and Girls Night Out When Raleigh native Zack Johnson (Leesville High School) was playing drums in shows throughout the Carolinas, he was always the business guy - the one who didn't want to just jam out, but he also wanted to figure out how to build a music empire. After touring with acts like Afroman and ending up in Los Angeles, he started Empire Agency, which represents musicians and athletes. In 2020, Zack and his growing family came back home, and he's now helping local musicians take their genius to the next level. WHAT WE TALKED ABOUT: Where he grew up and...
2022-05-1541 minThis is Raleigh Podcast33. Raleigh vs LondonThe This is Raleigh family visited London recently and loved every minute of it. Today they give their London travel tips and compare the City of Royals to the City of Oaks. WHAT WE TALKED ABOUT: Our London story Size or Raleigh vs London Public transport comparison Beer culture Coffee scene Museums in each city Hospitality and service differences (NO tipping) Weather Parks History of each city Why Raleigh needs a river! Flights from Raleigh Personality of British vs American Different saying in each country And much more! RESOURCES: Tips f...
2022-05-1143 min
This is Raleigh PodcastSlice Pie Company's Kristen Mullins "The Pie Lady"Raleigh native Kristen Mullins comes on to tell us how she and her dad made (baked?) the idea for Slice Pie Company, the company's expansion, the most popular sellers, and what makes Raleigh so special. WHAT WE TALKED ABOUT Where she grew up and went to school. How she go into what she's doing now. What was it like baking with your dad. How the Slice of Pie company came about. Her "WHY" for doing what she does now. Failures and successes along the way. Thoughts on leaving corporate life. The many different pies she makes...
2022-04-2152 minThis is Raleigh PodcastOur 2022 Q1 ReviewThe first quarter of 2022 has absolutely flown by! Today we talk about some of the amazing experiences we've had in Raleigh and throughout North Carolina, and what's ahead for the rest of the year! This is Raleigh is hosted by Caroline and Craig Makepeace, and is produced by Earfluence.
2022-04-0444 minThis is Raleigh Podcast30. Kiara and Terrance Ruth Dr. Terrance Ruth may be the next mayor of Raleigh. Kiara Ruth is an influencer and blogger at The Banana Moon. Together, they're a Raleigh power couple, and they share their story on today's episode. WHAT WE TALKED ABOUT: Their backgrounds Story of how they met First impressions of Raleigh? How they describe the community here in Raleigh Why Terrance is running to become the mayor Terrance's key campaign messages Kiara's online business and her work in the community How she describes the female entrepreneur community in Raleigh How they describe each other's personality in 3 words What was i...
2022-03-151h 00
This is Raleigh Podcast29. eSports scene in the Triangle, with Caleb Smith Did you know that there's a huge eSports scene here in the Triangle? Today we chat with Caleb Smith, owner of Contender eSports Gaming Center about what eSports is all about, the money that's available, and how his team is training the job force of the future. WHAT WE TALKED ABOUT: What is Esports? The story of Contender Esports in Cary Who can go to Contender Esports? What types of games can you play? What is the number one Esport game? Workshops, tournaments and camps How big is the gaming industry in the Triangle? Can people...
2022-02-2556 minThe Garden Question046 - Growing Epic Tomato -Craig LeHoullierCraig LeHoullier is known for many things in the tomato world. Some know him as the NC Tomatoman. Some know him as the fellow who named the very popular heirloom tomato Cherokee Purple.To others, he is the author of two books Epic Tomatoes and Growing Vegetables in Straw Bales. Craig is the co-host of Tomatopalooza and a co-leader of the Dwarf Tomato Breeding Project.Around town in Henderson or Raleigh North, Carolina, you may know him as just the odd person with a garden where the driveway used to be. ...
2022-02-2457 min
This is Raleigh Podcast28. OBX in the Winter: Still so much to doWe took another beach vacation in the winter, this time to the Outer Banks (Nags Head, Manteo, Kitty Hawk, Duck, Corolla). There's so much culture and history, and here we tell you about all the things to do when the weather isn't right for a dip in the ocean. WHAT WE TALKED ABOUT: Why visit the Outer Banks in winter Getting there from Raleigh Our vacation rental in Nags Head Historic walking tour of Manteo Wright Brothers Memorial Fort Raleigh Bodie Island Lighthouse at sunset Bird watching in Alligator River Natural Preserve Sunrise on the beach...
2022-02-1842 min
This is Raleigh Podcast27. Navigating the Wake County Schools System, with Libby Taylor The Wake County School System is massive and sometimes pretty confusing to navigate. There are traditional or year-round schools, magnet schools, charter schools, private schools. You always want to choose what's best for your kids, but how do you find all the right information? Today we're joined by Libby Taylor from SchoolUp Wake, who saw many parents were strugglling with their school choice and found a way to help them. WHAT WE TALKED ABOUT: Do Wake County Schools rank highly? How do you find out your base school? How do you enroll in your base school? A...
2022-02-1056 min
Connect Raleigh23. Craig & Caz from This is RaleighOriginally from Australia, Craig and Caz Makepeace are the founders of ytravelblog.com, one of the world's largest family travel blogs and now two good friends. Their blog has won multiple awards, they've been invited to The White House in 2014 as one of the most influential travel bloggers and digital media outlets to attend the first ever travel summit on study abroad, and were recently awarded Green Cards for their travel blogging expertise and success.
They are now the founders of ThisIsRaleigh.com which is dedicated to sharing all the amazing things to do in Raleigh...
2022-01-211h 10
The Dudes in Hyperspace PodcastEp 44: The one about IASFA with Craig Martelle(The Dudes in Hyperspace Podcast is presented by Chris Kennedy Publishing. Learn more about CKP’s wide array of award-winning scifi/fantasy books and stories at https://chriskennedypublishing.com/) Interview Segment: Craig Martelle Bestselling scifi author Craig Martelle joins the show to discuss his role as head honcho of the International Association of Science Fiction and Fantasy Authors (IASFA). Topics include: What is IASFA and how did it come to be? The IASFA mission The benefit of joining IASFA for authors IASFA benefits for readers Giveaways and promotions What’s on the horizon Cr...
2022-01-211h 04
This is Raleigh PodcastSay Goodbye to Clutter, with Hello Clutter's Sarah ValeriIf there's one thing that can cause overwhelm, overstimulation, and stress in a household, it's clutter. Sarah Valeri from Hello Clutter has made it her business to make homes better organized, less stressful, and clutter free, and she joins us today on the This is Raleigh Podcast! WHAT WE TALK ABOUT: Why Sarah started her declutter business What is clutter? And what does it mean? How does clutter affect us mentally and financially? Examples of clutter Living with a partner with a different clutter threshold Why people rage donate Why people hold o...
2022-01-051h 05
This is Raleigh PodcastMortgage Broker April Young BlackwellThe housing market in Raleigh right now is ridiculous - mortgage rates are low, prices are sky-high, and supply can't keep up with demand. So when you put in an offer to buy, you better be prepared. Today, we welcome our mortgage broker, April Young Blackwell from Blackwell Mortgage, to give us some tips on how to navigate this wild time in the Triangle. WHAT WE TALK ABOUT: How she got into the financial industry, and her experience Who she can help get financing for a home The difference between today's market and the d...
2021-12-151h 03
This is Raleigh PodcastVisiting Boone, Grandfather Mountain, and Blowing RockToday we are talking about Boone, North Carolina, just three hours from Raleigh. Boone is right off the Blue Ridge Parkway in the High Country of NC, and close enough to Blowing Rock and Grandfather Mountain that we went there too. Hear about it all on today's episode! WHAT WE TALK ABOUT: Exploring Blowing Rock on the way to Boone Our cabin stay in Boone Coffee shops in Boone Breweries in Boone Where to eat in Boone Hiking and waterfalls near Boone Riding the Tweetsie Railroad Driving part of the Blue Ridge Parkway Grandfather M...
2021-12-0839 min
This is Raleigh PodcastFun in the Great Smoky Mountains: Bryson City ReviewThe holidays are a great time to visit Bryson City in the Great Smoky Mountains. You've got the Polar Express, Tweetsie Railroad Theme Park, and a whole lot more in this small town. Tune in to hear where we ate, where we drank, and what we did on our little getaway! WHAT WE TALK ABOUT: Why Bryson City is a great mountain town Our cabin stay in the mountains The gateway to Smoky Mountains National Park What to see & do in Bryson City Riding the Polar Express train RESOURCE LINKS: Th...
2021-12-0157 min
This is Raleigh PodcastHeirloom Brewshop's Chuan TsayWhen Chuan Tsay told his mom he was starting a coffee shop, she was devastated - because she'd been there before and seen the toll the restaurant industry takes. But for Chuan and his wife Anna Phommavong, they wanted to "create something that completes our parents' journeys or at least takes it one step further because when they were doing this, it was at a time and place in which they weren't as respected for their identities as much as we have been in our time and place and time." Tune in to Chuan's fascinating story, and...
2021-11-2356 min
This is Raleigh PodcastMaggie Kane, A Place at the TableIn January 2018, Raleigh native Maggie Kane opened Raleigh's first pay-what-you-can cafe, A Place at the Table. Today she talks to Caroline and Craig about the why and how of how it all got started, how the Triangle community has been so supportive, and what she likes to do in the City of Oaks when she's not working. WHAT WE TALK ABOUT: Who is "A Place At The Table" How does this pay-what-you-can cafe operate Maggie's background and how she got inspired to do what she does Her time at NC State University How working at a day shelter...
2021-11-171h 00
This is Raleigh PodcastRaleigh Chamber CEO Adrienne ColeAdrienne Cole was born in Raleigh and went to college at Meredith. She's seen how the City of Oaks has evolved over the years, and in 2017, she was named the first female CEO of the Raleigh Chamber. Today Adrienne talks about how Raleigh has changed, what she loves to do in the Triangle, and her vision for the future. WHAT WE TALK ABOUT: How it felt to become the first CEO of the chamber of commerce Where she grew up, and her experience going to Meredith College Getting her start as the County Planner & Economic Director...
2021-11-1051 min
This is Raleigh PodcastBrunswick Islands Holiday ReviewWe recently went to the North Carolina coast for some rest and relaxation. Tune in for our recommendations on what to do (climb the lighthouse, avoid the alligators, visit Fishy Fishy) at Ocean Isle. WHAT WE TALK ABOUT: Why we love the sunrises on the Carolina Coast (and how it's different from Australia) Caroline's trip to Northern California 4 days in Brunswick Islands (+ where we stayed) Why we love going to the beach in the Fall (and the year round school calendar) Ocean Isle Beach highlights Climbing Oak Island Lighthouse How charming and cool Southport i...
2021-11-0342 min
This is Raleigh PodcastHannah Weisberg, The Women's Social ClubHannah Weisberg was excited to launch her new company, an indoor space in Raleigh for workshops and events...until COVID took away all indoor events. So she made the pivot to The Women's Social Club, a place that provides approachable opportunities to support mentorships, relationships and networking opportunities for women in the City of Oaks. WHAT WE TALK ABOUT Hannah's experiences living in New York, Boston and Miami and how it helped influence her current entrepreneur endeavors. The Mission and purpose for Women's Social Club and how it got started. The importance of giving back to...
2021-10-2852 minThis is Raleigh PodcastInnovate Raleigh's Clark RinehartThe Innovate Raleigh Summit will be held Friday October 29th at 1PM at the Raleigh Convention Center. Today we talk to interim director Clark Rinehart about what Innovate Raleigh is, why he's so passionate about the City of Oaks, and why our first college football experience was awful for him. WHAT WE TALK ABOUT Clark's background and what first brought him to Raleigh. His time at the Loading Dock. What is Innovate Raleigh? How he become involved with Innovate Raleigh. His role as interim director. What you can expect from the Summit: Who attends Who are...
2021-10-221h 03This is Raleigh PodcastFun Things to Do with Kids in RaleighIt's hard to find things to do that are fun for both kids and parents. We've been there (and yes, we've heard complaining), but we've come up with a list of things to do in Raleigh that both children and parents will enjoy. For more on things to do in and around Raleigh, visit ThisIsRaleigh.com. This is Raleigh is hosted by Caroline and Craig Makepeace, and is produced by Earfluence.
2021-10-1448 minThis is Raleigh PodcastRaleigh vs AustraliaSpiders, fences, discovering Cheerwine, and we don't cook "shrimp" on the Barbie! There are some major differences between living in Raleigh and living in Australia, and today we talk about some of the more notable ones. Full video: https://youtu.be/yhwLlxfVyDk Full Show Notes: https://thisisraleigh.com/raleigh-vs-australia-cultural-differences/ For more on things to do in and around Raleigh, visit ThisIsRaleigh.com. This is Raleigh is hosted by Caroline and Craig Makepeace, and is produced by Earfluence.
2021-10-071h 04This is Raleigh PodcastBuying a Home in Raleigh (our story)We love living in Raleigh and buying our first home in Raleigh was a dream come true. But, the Raleigh real estate market is NUTS, listen in for our tips & insights! Full video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=do38VLnBajM&t Full show notes: https://thisisraleigh.com/buying-a-house-in-raleigh-podcast/ For more on things to do in and around Raleigh, visit ThisIsRaleigh.com. This is Raleigh is hosted by Caroline and Craig Makepeace, and is produced by Earfluence.
2021-10-051h 07
Earfluence: Amplify Your Expertise with PodcastingBuilding a business from content creation, with This is Raleigh's Caroline and Craig MakepeaceCaroline and Craig Makepeace have lived in five countries and traveled through over 50, and, after years of hard work, they made it their job. The couple created y Travel Blog, where they documented their family's global experiences to show that it's possible to make a life moving through the world—even with two kids. Recently, the Makepeace's settled down in their favorite place: Raleigh, N.C. Hear how they're documenting their Triangle explorations on This is Raleigh and how they made living their career.The Earfluence Podcast is a production of Earfluence Media and is hosted by Ja...
2021-09-1456 min
This is Raleigh Podcast20 Reasons NOT to move to RaleighWe've been singing Raleigh's praises since 2004 and have often called it America's best kept secret. But, we KNOW it's not for everyone. No place is perfect and we all have different values, priorities, likes and dislikes. So we thought we do a fun podcast episode sharing why you may not LOVE living in Raleigh and perhaps save you a disastrous decision by moving here if it does not check your non-negotiable lists on livability! WHAT WE TALK ABOUT: Not on the beach. If you come from Florida or California this might be disappointing but...
2021-09-021h 01
This is Raleigh PodcastRaleigh Life Updates + New FindingsWe are back recording podcasts y'all. In this episode we share about our house hunting in Raleigh, sending our kids to school for the first time, why Caz joined the Women's Social Club in Raleigh, restaurants in Raleigh we're loving, and our experience tasting Cheerwine for the first time! Here's what we talk about: New podcasting studio @ Raleigh Founded via Earfluence Challenges of our old podcast setup and managing a podcast with a CRAZY travel life Time for our daughters to return to traditional school and the challenges of carpooling and fi...
2021-08-2650 min
This is Raleigh PodcastWhy you should explore Downtown CaryDowntown Cary has evolved a lot in recent years and we love how charming and vibrant it is,. It's offering some of the best places to eat and drink in the Triangle. There's the locally owned coffee shop, bakery, bagel place, ice cream shop, pizza joint, local boutiques and art galleries, the park, the theater and arts center, a wine market, and the classic soda fountain inside the drugstore – not to mention one of the best breweries in America! WHAT WE TALK ABOUT: How Cary has changed since we f...
2021-04-1729 min
Locals Know BestRaleigh, North Carolina, a Small Town Feel with a Big City Vibe Today, I'll be speaking with Caroline Makepeace about how to make the most of a day outdoors in Raleigh, North Carolina. Join Caroline and me as we bike, paddle, eat and drink our way through the big city with a small town feel! About Caroline Makepeace Caroline is the co-Founder of y travel blog, along with her husband, Craig. Over the past 10 years, they've been showing people how to travel more and create better memories. And together, they have built y tr...
2021-04-1327 min
This is Raleigh PodcastEP08: Breweries in Raleigh we Keep Returning toWe can't do a Raleigh podcast without talking about our favorite Raleigh breweries. The beer scene has exploded in recent years, and if you love a craft brew, this is the episode for you. We've been to Asheville, Portland, Washington State, San Diego, Denver, and Raleigh has just as good craft beer as any of them! As Australians we thought American beer consisted of Budweiser, Coors, and Miller. Now we know better. You cannot beat an American craft beer and you'll find any style you like all over Wake County and beyond! There are now at lea...
2021-04-0836 min
This is Raleigh Podcast5 Fun Day Trips from RaleighLooking for ideas about cool day trips from Raleigh? One of the things we love about living in Raleigh is its central location to so many other great places. Today we chat about 5 great getaway ideas for everyone, whether you desire a beach break, you're a foodie, or you're into history, the arts, or sports. They are easy to visit in a day – but there is no reason why you shouldn't stay longer. We visit these places near Raleigh often, and will continue to do so. Be sure to join our VIP email comm...
2021-03-2753 min
This is Raleigh PodcastClassic Southern Dishes to eatWhen in Raleigh, here are the classic Southern dishes to try to get yourself introduced to the food history of the area, and the top Raleigh restaurants to taste each dish! BBQ – the Carolina style and were to get some of the best Southern Fried Chicken and some unique Raleigh fusion takes on it Where why and how you should get your grits Biscuits and how unlike they are to the Australian kind! Hush puppies and the possible truth behind how they got their name The fixins you don't want to miss Sweet Potato Pie and the very un...
2021-03-1443 min
This is Raleigh PodcastRaleigh Favorites: He Said. She SaidWhat are our favorite places to eat, drink, play, and explore in Raleigh? And what are our favorite things about living in Raleigh? In this episode, we share our contrasting, and sometimes the same, opinions. Favorite breakfast, lunch and dinner spots Favorite brewery and bar Favorite festival / event including the fun ones that had us running in flip flops and gorging on doughnuts. We share what we call flip flops in Australia and an embarrassing experience mixing it up in the USA A special concert experienced at our favorite music venue. Favorite neighborhood to explore Our dilemma - to...
2021-02-251h 10
This is Raleigh PodcastHow a $500K Loss Lead to Blogging, & Green CardsThis episode dives deep into our past real estate disaster that happened right here in Raleigh during the GFC, how we ended up losing everything, including two properties, our jobs, our savings, and ended up in serious credit card debt. But fortunately we were able to turn it all around. Listen in to how we did that, and how overcoming those challenges has helped us get through this current COVID crisis. We have had quite the journey behind the scenes, and recording this episode brought back so many tough memories but powerful life lessons! EP:03 WHAT WE TALK ABOUT Leaving...
2021-02-181h 05
This is Raleigh PodcastWhy we love living in RaleighIn episode 2, we share the many different reasons we love living in Raleigh. It captured us immediately, and when we returned to Australia in 2006, we missed it so much, we realized it's where we wanted our forever home to be. Listen in to hear how we came to love the community, what jobs we worked, interesting people we met, fun stories and much more! Full show notes: https://thisisraleigh.com/love-raleigh-podcast/ We talk about: How the friendliness of people in Raleigh and North Carolina drew us in The beauty of the City...
2021-02-1139 min
The Progressive DentistThe Fundamentals of Practice Growth, with Dr. Tarun AgarwalDr. Tarun Agarwal represents a new generation of leadership for the dental profession. As a respected speaker, author, and opinion leader, he is changing the way general dentists practice. He maintains a full-time general practice in Raleigh, NC that has faced its share of ups and downs. Despite being an 'in-network' insurance provider, he's managed to build a successful practice by integrating technology at the highest level. He produces a weekly podcast called 'TBone Speaks Dentistry' and regularly holds seminars and workshops at his 3D Dentists training center. Learn more at www.TBoneSpeaks.com. What...
2021-02-1022 min