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We have a very special guest joining us, someone who has truly embraced the power of resilience and transformed their struggles into a remarkable future. MT Bottles is not just a comedian or trivia enthusiast but a true inspiration to all. Through his wit and humor, MT has captured the hearts of audiences, leaving them in stitches during his comedy gigs. If you're looking for a good laugh, MT Bottles is the go-to person. But that's not all—he's also a trivia aficionado, ready to challenge and entertain with mind-boggling facts and questions.

MT Bottles is an entertainer based in Wilmington, NC. As a full-time emcee, host and standup comedian MT Bottles is known for hosting some of the best trivia nights in Wilmington, and he's also a two-time Port City Top Comic Finalist. MT continues to grow his fanbase through his undeniable charm and the telling of his absolutely ridiculous life experiences. 

To stay updated on his upcoming performances and events, or to book him for a comedy show or a trivia night, make sure to check out his LinkTree, where you'll find his website, Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok links.

But beyond his entertainment talents, MT has some valuable advice to share. His best piece of wisdom is a reminder for all listeners to "bet on themselves, especially when it feels like nobody else will." He also says, "time is an illusion and it's never too late. Don't let time hold you back."

So, get ready for an inspiring and laughter-filled conversation as we dive deep into the incredible story and achievements of MT Bottles. 

Follow MT Bottles IG: MTBottlesComedy | MTBottlesTrivia

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Join us on this episode as we have the pleasure of hosting my favorite co-host and long time friend, Amanda Goodyear, a talented actress from Wilmington, NC. Amanda's journey into the world of film work is an inspiring tale, shedding light on the realities behind the glitz and glamour. Recently, she achieved a remarkable milestone with a supporting role in the #1 Netflix show, "Florida Man." Beyond her acting endeavors, Amanda is also a local radio host for Sunny 103.7, actively engaged in the vibrant comedy, improv, and stand-up scene in her community.

Throughout the conversation, Amanda imparts her wisdom, emphasizing the importance of surrounding yourself with what you love as a stepping stone towards pursuing your passions. She candidly shares her experiences, reminding us that the path to success is often filled with challenges and that readiness is not a prerequisite for taking action. Amanda's best advice, "You're never going to be ready, just do it," resonates as a powerful reminder to seize opportunities fearlessly.

Tune in to gain valuable insights, be inspired by Amanda's journey, and discover how embracing your passions can lead you closer to a fulfilling life.

Follow Amanda: @amandaegoodyear on IG Amanda Goodyear on FB, Actors Access and IMDB

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* Dare Devil Comedy

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Prepare to be inspired, educated, and motivated to embrace a life of freedom, wellness, and self-discovery in this episode with Jesse Stockton.

Jesse is a remarkable individual who has embraced the van life movement while immersing himself in the world of music. With not one, not two, but three full-length albums under his belt, Jesse's artistic talents have captivated audiences far and wide.

But that's not all. Jesse's journey doesn't end with music. He has a boundless passion for exploring the intricate relationship between food, our bodies, and overall wellness. With five coaching certificates to his name, Jesse has made it his mission to help others heal through the transformative power of nutrition and spiritual practice.

What sets Jesse apart is his personal experience in reversing type 2 diabetes. Through a combination of lifestyle changes, including his deep understanding of food and the connection between mind, body, and soul, Jesse has been able to overcome this challenging condition. Now, he shares his knowledge and wisdom with others, inspiring them to take charge of their own well-being.

Follow Jesse IG: alpha.mode.coach | FB: Jesse.Stockton

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* Tshirt Link - Dyed and Company

* Book: The Map of Consciousness Explained: A Proven Energy Scale to Actualize Your Ultimate Potential by David R. Hawkins, M.D. Ph.D

* The Vulgar Chef on IG

* Flying Burrito Brothers (band) - "Sin City"

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Welcome reggae lovers; we have a special treat for you! Joining us are the passionate reggae concert promoters, Paul Allen (aka Romio) and Kevin Blake, dedicated to spreading the sounds of reggae throughout our community. Paul and Kevin share their passion for reggae music and what they're doing to bring more music to the Wilmington community. Paul and Kevin started Port City Reggae together and they are the driving forces behind the reggae scene in our city. They both hold day jobs in addition to promoting local shows with big name bands in Wilmington, NC and Myrtle Beach, SC. This duo is doing incredible work for the community and they clearly love what they do. They're committed to making live music accessible by keeping costs low, supporting our local bands and musicians, and creating an atmosphere where the reggae spirit thrives.

In this episode, we'll explore their journey from their initial encounters with reggae music to their unwavering commitment to spreading its positive vibes far and wide. They're here to share their love for the genre and shed light on their efforts to bring more live music experiences to our shores.

Get ready to feel the rhythm, embrace the culture, and discover the magic of reggae -- Mark your calendars for the highly anticipated REGGAE ON THE RIVER, Friday June 30th. Head down to Marina Grill Pier in Downtown Wilmington for a night of pure reggae bliss. The lineup is stacked with incredible talent, guaranteed to make your soul groove. Picture this: Signal Fire, Steel Pulse, Collie Buddz, Makua Rothman, and the sensational Xcellence Sound System will be setting the stage ablaze. You won't want to miss out on this unforgettable experience. Tickets are available through www.portcityreggae.com or hard tickets are available through Momentum Distillery downtown and Jamrock Bar and Grill on College in University Landing. Afterparty at Ironclad Brewery for ticket holders only. Grab your tickets now before they vanish like a sunbeam on a cloudy day!

Keep the spirit of reggae alive and remember, peace, love and positive vibes always!

Follow PCR to stay up to date on events and happenings. IG: @portcityreggae | FB: @portcityreggae

Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/bXXlAsY9xek

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Christina sits down with veterans, Josh Biddix and Lyle Nicholson, to discuss North Carolina SENATE BILL 3 - THE COMPASSONATE CARE ACT, which would legalize cannabis in NC for medical purposes. The trio also discuss the benefits of medical cannabis as it personally relates.

Watch YouTube Video: https://youtu.be/iw6-MAiCsvI

The Devil's Stomping Ground is a 100% North Carolina made film and supports many local actors and crew. Conceived, written, directed, produced, and edited by the incredible Jon Landau and stars local actor, Marc Bellinger. The Devil's Stomping Ground is an independent film about a true folk legend located in western NC, known as The Devil's Tramping Ground. The cast and crew spent 9 days at the actual site and claim some unexplained things happened while they were filming. This episode features inspiration from Jon on how the film was conceived, why it's important to never give up on your dreams, and the story of how Marc landed the lead role.

The Devil's Stomping Ground is being released into theaters across the Carolinas on February 10, 2023 for a five day run and post run will be available on digital + streaming platforms. If you love film and watching movies, please consider purchasing a ticket and/or streaming the movie to help support NC Film and local artists.

IG: @thedevilsstompingground | @marcbellingerofficial

FB: @thedevilsstompingground | www.thedevilsstompingground.com |  

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This episode of The Hourlgass Podcast is sponsored by Physician Selected. 

Listeners of the Hourglass Podcast can save 15% off their order with coupon code: HOURGLASS. Visit www.physicianselected.com to learn more about their mission and product selection.

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"It’s the idea that how you’re together matters far more than what you’re doing together. It’s this “how” that determines whether the relationship is going to thrive." —Michael Fulwiler of The Gottman Institute

So how do good relationships work? How important are compatible relationships to our life? 

Falling in love can lead to a relationship, but what is needed for it to truly last? Compatibility. If two entities align: schedules, beliefs, age, culture, work ethic, the assumption is often that a match has been made. Compatibility is the synchronization of different values between partners; It is how you get along as a couple - moving, loving, and growing in harmony. Understanding your role in someone else's life is extremely important and may look and feel different to each of you. It's how one lives their life, exists, and interacts with others that will ultimately determine the quality of their life and thus the quality of their relationships. 

In this episode we dive into the Importance of finding a compatible mate that will go the distance with you; How to resolve conflict; and the Skills needed to manage day to day life and what an excellent day looks like. My next guest will help guide you through relationship dynamics, conflict resolution, and managing day to day life. 

About Rebekah: She is an accomplished Author, Podcast personality, Public Speaker, and Coach/Consultant. Rebekah graduated from Naropa University in 2011 with her Masters in Counseling Psychology and founded her private practice in 2012. In 2018, her first book BREAKUP REHAB was published by New World Library. Rebekah has also "been through the shit" having lost her Father to a heart-attack when she was 20 and her Mother to cancer when she was 27.  She understands how confusing life can be without guidance and feeling like we need to "figure it out" on our own in order to be valuable.

What drives her is making sure her clients know they are not alone and have true-to-life guidance so they can experience freedom. She brings 20 years experience and a wealth of knowledge in holistic medicine, mind-body psychology, and foundational success strategies to the coaching relationship. 

Rebekah was born in California, went to undergraduate in South Dakota, matured in Colorado, explored living in North Carolina for a year, and finally settled in Johnson City, Tennessee.  It's been said that, "She swears a lot, but she gets the job done!" To learn more about Rebekah, listen to her podcast or purchase her book. To learn more about yourself and to get clarity on how to live your Best Life, enroll in coaching now. 

Connect with Rebekah and book a FREE consultation: www.rebekahfreedom.com | www.medicinewitch.com 

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Do what brings you joy, and your purpose will unfold.-Iyanla Vanzant

What brings you joy? What makes you happy in your heart? What makes you happy in your soul? These are the questions that propelled me on my personal journey to discover my True Self. I wanted to align with my higher self to not only bring more joy and peace to my life but to also live congruently with my soul.

Taking time to connect with your soul and finding your true purpose takes work and lucky for you my next guest has created a program to help you find your soul's true expression so you can start living the life of your dreams in just four weeks. Now the four weeks part may sound surprising but I'm here to tell you, you can do it, but it does not come without putting in the work. You hear me say all the time, "there's no magic pill." Well, a more fitting quote is "None of the secrets of success will work unless you do." If you want to be successful, set yourself up for success. Find a way to hold yourself accountable. Discovering what brings you joy will lead you to discovering your soul's true expression. It all takes time, energy, and work, but I promise you the amount of joy and love waiting for you as you carry out the life you were meant to live is worth every second spent on yourself.

About Noelle: Noelle began teaching Yoga in 2006 after graduating from Nosara Yoga Institute with a mission of only teaching Yoga and serving the world in a way that felt authentic, fulfilling, and reflected her values.Her vision and brand is called Narayanishakti (pronounced nah RYE ah nee shock tee). This is a representation of both her Highest Self, and her life's work. As an E-RYT500 and YACEP, She offers Yoga education through courses like Bhakti Mythology and Mantras, Mentoring for Yoga studios and Yoga teachers, Spiritual Life Coaching and online courses like Soul Alchemy, and Mantra Meditation and Music. Her mission is to help people discover and clarify their Soul's true expression, so they can embody their authentic vision and confidently share themselves with the world. She is honored to help people connect to their own internal guide, so they can create and live the life of their dreams.

Throughout the years, Noelle has been the Co-Director of Wilmington Yoga Center, senior trainer for the Kunga Yoga School, and has led 11 international Yoga and Service retreats to India, Jamaica, Belize, and Costa Rica. Along the way, as a teacher and student of Bhakti Yoga, constant travel and so many events, workshops, series, Kirtan events, and Yoga Music Festivals, she craved stability, simplicity, and clarity.

Inspired through her studies, travel, events, and yoga music festivals, Noelle desired to create a program which could serve more people from anywhere in the world and have a greater impact than one-offs, and she really wanted to be more focused on her method of service which focused on practices that connect us more deeply with our heart and each other through the ancient wisdom and teachings of Yoga. From this calling, she created Soul Alchemy: an online group and private coaching program helping people discover and clarify their Soul’s true expression, so they can confidently share their authentic vision with the world and live the life of their dreams in just 4 weeks. Noelle truly believes that all the challenges we go through in our lives serve to prepare us for our calling, and we can be led there by following what we are passionate about.

Apply for the next Soul Alchemy course here: https://bit.ly/applysoul Connect with Noelle: IG:

"The truth is often much kinder than the story I say to myself."

-Byron Katie

"Now what?!" We all have had at least one "now what..." moment in life. A loss of identity, a breakup, loss of a loved one, ending of a career or competitive sport, finishing school, etc. Frances Angeline Rowe joins the podcast to discuss her "now what..." moment and her new book, Pause, Reset, and Recharge, which reflects her journey in recovery and self work. When I asked Frances what she would like for you to take away from this episode, she offered these words: healing shame and guilt, building self compassion, and creating sacred self care time. 

Perhaps you are experiencing a "now what" moment right now. No matter where you are in your journey there are so many great topics in this episode that I think you will love. We have conversations about the importance of following your dreams, self love, letting go of things that no longer serve you, and embracing the spiritual gifts we receive. As a new year approaches you may be thinking about setting intentions and aligning more with your true self. If that's the case my hope is that you will walk away from this podcast recharged and ready to let go, accept who you are, and follow your heart. You have heard me talk about the importance of self care and there's no better time to start taking care of yourself than right now.

About Frances: Frances is a licensed clinical addiction specialist. She recently sold her business, D.W.I. Assessments and Counseling Services, LLC, that she owned and managed over 16 years. She most recently released a recovery book on Amazon during the COVID-19 pandemic, and she is an artist at heart. 

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Connect with Frances: [email protected]

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In this episode of the HGP we invite Kayla Reilly, MSW, LCSW, and founder of Evolution Wellness to share her thoughts on women's wellness and why it is so important right now. We'll share tips and tricks to a happy womanhood and discuss common traps women fall into. Our goal is to leave you feeling empowered and confident having all of the tools you need to make your mental health a priority.

About Kayla: Kayla is a graduate of UNCW's Master of Social Work Program. She opened Evolution because she believes the field of mental health treatment needs to evolve. Gone are the days of treating clinicians and clients like numbers. Evolution strives to provide clinical excellence. Between the latest technology, a beautiful space, and therapists who are specialized...you can expect to see high quality counseling experience at Evolution Wellness.

This episode of The Hourlgass Podcast is brought to you by Physician Selected Hemp Oil. Physician Selected was founded in 2017 by Dr. Peter Gemelli. Dr. Gemelli wanted to prescribe something other than opioids to give to his pain patients which led him to research CBD as a potential alternative. Dr. Gemelli's research helped him to discover scientifically proven health benefits of CBD. Less pain equals better sleep and a better mood. Better sleep and a better mood equals a better YOU. Whether you’re a patient, athlete, caregiver, or someone who wants to feel better, quality of life is an essential part of being our best self.

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Connect with Kayla: Evolution Wellness | Facebook | Instagram

Evolution Wellness is launching a new website the end of August 2020 with a FREE e-course for couples. Sign up to receive their newsletter for a therapy session in your inbox every other week at EvolutionWilmington.com

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Calming Kit ideas for emotional regulation: Puzzles, Stuffed Animals to throw at the wall, Bubbles, E