Episodes

Send us a Text Message. Join Amelia Old, Darrell Gaither, and Lori Setzer as they celebrate the 40th anniversary of South Carolina's state dance at the North Myrtle Beach Area Historical Museum . Darrell and Lori share their ...

Step into the heart of Winna's Kitchen with Amelia Old as she sits down with Chef Jess Sagun. In this episode, Jess shares the personal journey behind Winna's Kitchen, a place where community, comfort, and cuisine intertwine....

Dr. Benjamin E. Mays is a towering figure in the history of the civil rights movement in America. His story, a testament to the human spirit's resilience and capacity for greatness, serves as a beacon of hope and inspiration ...

Embark on a journey through the flavors, struggles, and triumphs of a culinary mastermind as I, Amelia Old, sit down with the pioneering Chef Daryl Shular. Chef Shular pulls back the curtain on his rise from a childhood fille...

As the executive director of The Kentucky Wildlands, Tammie Nazario has been a driving force behind the region's economic pivot from coal to tourism. With over 800 waterfalls as her office backdrop, Tammie embodies the resilience and spirit of her …

Meet Lisa Jansen, a fearless digital nomad who chose the open road over societal expectations. At 33, she discarded conventional norms—marriage, kids, and traditional careers—for a five-year escapade across New Zealand, chron...

Born with a rare form of muscular dystrophy, Kristen Secor, is not one to be held back. She has found joy in exploring the globe, documenting her journey on her accessible travel blog, World on Wheels. Her experiences, filled...

Join us in this episode as we delve into the captivating world of Kamal X, a self-taught documentary photographer hailing from Brooklyn, New York. Kamal's lens doesn't just capture images; it reveals the power of photography to foster empathy, spark …

Curiosity sparked at a young age can lead to incredible journeys, and our guest today, Mandy Volpe, is a living testament to this truth. Her enchanting tale begins as a high school student hosting birthday parties at Interactive Neighborhood for …

In this episode of "Inspiration Interludes," join me on a profound exploration of self-discovery through travel. Delve into the intricate connection between how travel changes your perspective and traveling for self-discovery...

Imagine standing at the crossroads of a city that's fresh and undiscovered, your senses alive with the symphony of experiences ripe for the taking. We're embarking on a journey of 'traveling with intention,' immersing ourselv...

Get a healthy dose of inspiration as we venture into the world of Royce Johnson, a dedicated park manager whose resilience and tenacity are nothing short of contagious. Picture a man who deftly balances managing Georgia's beautiful state parks with …

Our guest today is a true trailblazer in the world of craft brewing. Robert Young is the first black brewer in Augusta, GA, and the owner and head brewer of Tapped 33 Craft Brewery. Robert's passion for brewing began as …

In this episode, I'm excited to introduce Kevin Stark, an accomplished artist and entrepreneur based in Chickasaw Country and Paul's Valley, Oklahoma. As the owner of the Toy and Action Figure Museum, Kevin has created a uniq...

*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 …

*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...

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 …

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...

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 ...

*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 …

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...

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 …

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, ...

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 …