Come on, who doesn’t like pizza, right?! Well, whether you’re a New York-style, fold-and-roll kinda guy (or gal!), or maybe Chicago deep dish, or California style, or somewhere in between, there’s no shortage of great pie here in Charlotte. And Charlotte “Pizza Week” is a chance - and a challenge - to discover great pizza places outside of your neighborhood. We’re talking to the Pizza Peel’s Will Bingham about what makes a great pizza, AND a great neighborhood pizza place!

”Run for Your Life’s” Tim Rhodes has had people running the roads in Charlotte for the MORE THAN 20 years. He’s also the guy who brought the marathon BACK to Charlotte! Now in it’s 12th year, the Novant Health Charlotte Marathon has a new name, but still promises a good time for runners, families, friends - and the neighborhoods the course runs through! And… what other new things can we expect other than the new name?!

Carolina Outdoors - November 12, 2016 Segment 1 by Jesse Brown's

Gene Smith of Lil Sweetie Feeders talks to us about one of our favorite birds, the Hummingbird. Let’s learn all about them, their habitat & his special feeders made especially for these migratory birds. You can meet Gene over at the Southern Christmas Show through the 20th.

Carolina Outdoors - November 19, 2016 Segment 1 by Jesse Brown's

When the weather cools down like this, it seems like everyone wants to hit the trails. Hiking is great exercise for us, of course, and a great opportunity for our furry best friends to get out and see something other than the neighborhood! Whether your pup’s a pro, or a first time trail dog, knowing just a few manners can go a long way toward making sure everyone has a good time. We’re talking with Dr. Tom Watson from Carolinas Veterinary Medical Hospital. He’s a runner, mountain biker, traveler, and outdoor adventurer!

Thanksgiving is one of the biggest travel holidays of the year. Millions of us will hit the road, the airport, or whathaveyou, to visit with family and friends. And some of us will be on the receiving end of all those holiday travelers! But once the turkey’s all gone, what are you going to do with that houseful of folks? We’re talking to Sarah Crosland, who’s literally written the book about the endless possibilities here in Charlotte! Sarah is Director of the Observer Content Studio and the Editor of SouthPark Magazine, and author of the book, 100 Things to Do in Charlotte Before You Die.

You’ve seen “American Ninja Warrior,” or maybe you’ve taken on the ropes course at the USNWC, summer camp, or Outward Bound… but you’ve never seen anything like this! “Kinetic Heights” is one of the most talked-about grand openings in town, and it’s one of only a handful of INDOOR ropes courses in the country, and it’s about to swing open its doors in Charlotte! We’re talking to co-founder and big dreamer, Steve Gruendel about his inspiration for the place!

Listen up for things going on in the Charlotte-region, the Carolina’s & around the world with this edition of the program. Also, it’s your last chance to Vote Jesse Brown’s, where everyone’s a winner. Stop by the website, jessebrown.com & vote for your favorite image. Voting ends Tuesday.

Shawn Justice served in Army in Iraq back in 2003. When he returned to the U.S. it was time for something new. That was where fly fishing came into the scene. Let’s learn from Shawn about how the sport of fly fishing & the group Project Healing Waters helped with the transition. Plus, come out and meet Shawn & support Healing Saturday at Jesse Brown’s, November 12th (the day after Veteran’s Day). You can support by coming out and enjoying fly casting, fly tying & a free lunch from 11-3.