In this episode, we sit down with Carol Shields from the Roanoke River Partners. In the interview, Carol tells us a little more about her grass roots organization, what it’s like to go platform camping, fishing, and bird watching in the beautiful, natural areas of North Carolina. Listen to the episode here, or subscribe on iTunes and Android.

In Episode 13, we speak with Bill Hier from Red Dog Wood Work in Summerfield. From the beginning of the process of design to selecting the materials, machining and finally finishing, Bill's pieces aren't just versatile and functional; they're beautiful and filled with character. Every piece is different, yet they all give a satisfying and warm feeling of something hand made and natural. Bill tells us how he started to work with chef Vivian Howard, what he loves about unique woodworking, Pinterest, and what makes wood defects beautiful.

In this episode, we'll be speaking with coffee shop co-owner Terry Miller about his business, Twin City Hive. The business actually started as a chocolate shop and historic Segway tour company, but they chose to pivot into a local coffee shop. The business has always supported other local companies and in the interview, Terry describes some of their current and future collaborations. Twin City coffee lounge has two locations in downtown Winston Salem.

In this episode, we speak with local musician James Vincent Carroll. We first met James at Raylen Vineyards where he played original songs and 70s classics. In this interview, James talks about hard times, the importance of the acoustic guitar, and the therapy of songwriting. Stay tuned after the interview to listen to two original songs that we discuss briefly in the interview.

Organix Juice Bar owner George Memory discusses the importance of juicing and why he left his job as a wealth manager. George had to learn how to navigate a healthy lifestyle in the piedmont triad after his wife's breast cancer diagnosis drastically changed both their diets. While George encourages juicing, he also gives great advice for beginners who simply want to take a few steps in the right direction for a healthier lifestyle.

In Episode 9, we speak with James Pruitt from Tobacco Road Purveyors. The clothing, leather, metal, and paper company is inspired by North Carolina where James does "everything by hand," even if that means working late nights and early mornings. Visit Tobacco Road Purveyors website for more information.

Keith Harris now plays Dr. Carson on The Walking Dead, but he started acting at Reidsville High, where he grew up. In this interview, Keith tells us how he went from rural NC to the zombie apocalypse and he also shares a few details about his new film, Shifting Gears.

In Episode 7, we speak with Hillman Ball of Raleigh's Clyde Oak brand. Clyde Oak does a little bit of everything. They create items for the garden, the home, and the big city. Some items currently on the website include trucker hats, root baskets, kitchen knives, walnut serving trays, farmhand tools, beard oils, tees, haulers, sweatshirts and lots more. Hillman gives us a few insider details about how he comes up with designs, finds partners to collaborate with, sustainability, and the brand's "do good mentality."

In Episode 6, we speak with Julie Jensen of EchoView. In Weaverville, the alpaca textile got started when Julie collaborated with other local farms to create a modern textile mill. On her farm, she also has honey and several other items. Visit www.echoviewnc.com to learn more.

In Episode 5, Winston-Salem food blogger and photographer Naomi Gingerich discusses her website, The Cooks In The Kitchen. She shares her thoughts on food, family, and even provides a favorite recipe for listeners to prepare at home.