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Listen in as Madison interviews Alicia Witt, an acclaimed singer and actress (star of “Dune” as well as multiple Christmas movies). During the conversation, we’ll hear Alicia’s advice to aspiring performers.

Enjoy Madison’s conversation with comedian, writer, and author Sebastian Maniscalco as they discuss his time spent in North Carolina, his July 12th show at PNC Arena, and his advice for how to succeed in life.

Listen in as Madison speaks with David Lawrence, Carolina Mudcats’ General Manager of Business Development and Brand Marketing. Lawrence talks about the Mudcats’ upcoming Heroes Weekend (6/28 honoring First Responders, 6/29 honoring members of the U.S. Military, and 6/30 honoring teachers) as well as three nights of after-the-game fireworks extravaganzas on 7/04, 7/05, and 7/06.

Listen in as Kitty interviews Chef Blake Gotliffe, owner of Under the Oak Catering and creator of the annual Roots for Reece Chef’s Picnic – a fundraiser that aids in the fight against the opiate epidemic. Roots for Reece is held is memory Blake’s best friend, Reece Byrd, who passed away in 2017 from an opiate overdose. The 6th Annual Roots for Reece fundraiser will be held on Sunday, June 9th, from 3 p.m. – 7 p.m. at Haven Farm in Knightdale, NC. The event features small plates, craft cocktails, beer, mocktails, wine, a silent auction, kids’ crafts, and live music. All proceeds from the event will benefit the NC Harm Reduction Coalition, a local non-profit that aids in the distribution of Narcan – which can potentially save the life of someone experiencing and opioid emergency. Click here to purchase a ticket to the event.

Listen as Madison interviews Shanisty Ireland, a food and lifestyle influencer, who shares a variety of grilling tips to get us ready for the spring and summer grilling season.

Listen in as Madison interviews Jamie Watson, a UNC-CH alum, a 12-year professional soccer player, and a current soccer broadcaster. Jamie will cover the Manchester City vs. Celtic FC soccer match that will be held at UNC-CH’s Kenan Stadium on Tuesday, July 23rd. A sellout crowd of 50,000 fans is expected for the game. Reserve your tickets today at FCseries.com Proceeds from the game will benefit the UNC Children’s Hospital. Madison will be “in the house” for the Manchester City vs. Celtic FC game. Be sure to give her a big BBB “shout out” from the stands!

Enjoy Madison’s interview with NASA astronaut – and NC State alumnus! – Christina Koch. Christina talks about serving as the Flight Engineer for the International Space Station in 2019, her professional passion, and the view of earth from space!

Listen in as Madison speaks with Sarah Caldwell, Development Director for local non-profit Note in the Pocket. Sarah shares about Note in the Pocket’s mission of clothing school-age children with dignity and love. Sarah also shares that – last year alone – Note in the Pocket offered a season’s worth of clothing to 10,000 children in Wake County. Madison and Sarah also discuss Note in the Pocket’s 2024 expansion into Durham County.

Listen in as Madison interviews Katherine Eberhardt, the Chief Marketing and Development Officer at NC FC Youth, as they discuss how soccer benefits 16,000 local youth.

Listen in as Madison talks with comedian Leanne Morgan, whose “I’m Every Woman” comedy show will drop on Netflix on Thursday, April 11th. You can also enjoy Leanne’s comedy live at the Steven Tanger Center for the Performing Arts in Greensboro (Wednesday, April 3rd – Friday, April 5th) or at the Crown Theater in Fayetteville (Thursday, April 25th, and Friday, April 26th). Plus, look for the release of Leanne’s upcoming book, “What in the World,” as well as for her role in the upcoming Reese Whitherspoon and Will Ferrell movie, “You’re Cordially Invited.”