This is Raleigh Podcast

This is Raleigh Podcast

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  • EP 51: The BEST Trails in Raleigh North Carolina

    https://thisisraleigh.com/raleigh-trails/2023 is the Year of the Trail in North Carolina and we're grateful to live in an area that has so many awesome opportunities for walking and biking trails.

     

    In this episode we share our favorite trails in Raleigh and tips for what to take to get you up off the couch, out the door, and hitting the excellent greenway and forest trails we have at our disposal.

    WHAT WE TALKED ABOUT:

    • Lake trails

    • Greenway trails

    • Bike trails

    • Umstead State Park

    • Hiking with kids

    • Tips for what to take when hiking

      • RESOURCES:

      • 25 best trails in Raleigh

      • Umstead State Park trails

      • 12 kid-friendly trails in Raleigh

      • Tips for hiking with kids

        • Full guide: https://thisisraleigh.com/raleigh-trails/

        38 min
      • EP 50: Brandon McCraney, Founder of Olde Raleigh Distillery

        Brandon McCraney is the owner, operator, and master blender at Olde Raleigh Distillery in Zebulon with a focus on the art of blending and distilling spirits, and he's been on a mission to make damn good whiskey since its establishment in 2017.

         

        In this episode Brandon shares the differences between whiskey and bourbon, the many challenges he faced getting off the ground, the process of blending, what makes Olde Raleigh different from other distilleries, why he chose Zebulon and the community response, and much more!

         

        WHAT WE TALKED ABOUT:

        • Bourbon vs Whiskey

        • Challenges he faced getting the distillery off the ground

        • How his military background helped him stay the course.

        • The process of blending spirits

        • How to know what flavor profiles go well together.

        • Where he sources his barrels, and why they are important.

        • What makes Olde Raleigh different from other distilleries!

        • How to taste test bourbon

        • Different ways to drink it.

        • Why he opened in Zebulon, and the community response.

        • The different aspects of his distillery and what you can do there.

        • And much more!

          • REOURCES:

          • OldeRaleighDistillery.com

          • Tours of Olde Raleigh Distillery

          • Olde Raleigh Whiskey Society

            • 59 min
          • EP 49: International Flights from Raleigh Durham Airport

            We love our local Raleigh Durham Airport (RDU) for many reasons, and in this episode, we discuss international flight options from RDU as well as tips for parking, eating, and getting to RDU.

            Plus, we share our personal experiences of flying to London, Dublin, and The Bahamas from RDU, why it might be best sometimes to drive to Charlotte for international flights, plus other important flying and travel tips!

            WHAT WE TALKED ABOUT:

            • Why we love Raleigh Durham Airport

            • Raleigh vs. Charlotte Airport

            • International flight options from Raleigh

            • Parking at RDU

            • Food at RDU

            • Why driving to Charlotte could save you money flying overseas

            • Our trips to London, Ireland, and The Bahamas

            • Tips for booking flights

              • RESOURCES:

               

              • 14 best nonstop flights from Raleigh

              • Our Bahamas trip

              • 33 things to know before visiting London

              • Craig's Ireland trip

              • Ghost kitchen at RDU

              • How to find cheap flights to anywhere

              • How to choose a travel destination

              • How to fly with kids and not lose your mind

              • My secret jet lag cure

                • Full show notes:

                • RDU Internatinal Airport Guide

                1 hr 1 min
              • EP 48: Health and Wellness Companies we Use and Love in Raleigh

                We prescribe to the notion that "prevention is better than cure" when it comes to health and wellness, and in this episode, we share local businesses in the Raleigh area that we personally use for various health and wellness needs and the services they offer.

                WHAT WE TALKED ABOUT:

                • Our health history

                • Chiropractic

                • Reiki

                • Our gyms

                • Infrared sauna

                • Blue Water medical spa

                • Where I purchase my grass-fed meat

                  • RESOURCES:

                  • Well Centered Wellness

                  • Harmony Life Reiki

                  • F45 – Olde Raleigh / West Cary 

                  • Blue Water Spa

                  • Rize Salon and Infrared Sauna

                  • 02 Fitness

                  • The Butcher's Market

                    • 50 min
                  • EP 47: What's ahead for 2023?

                    We are back Raleigh! Back on the podcast for the new year ahead.

                    We've listened to the feedback and suggestions of over 400 people who completed our annual survey. It was so helpful and important for planning our 2023 year of Raleigh content.

                    In this episode we chat about what we see ahead for 2023 in Raleigh, based upon the survey results. We share our business plans, life goals, and of course our travel plans.

                    Let's do this 2023!

                    We'd love to hear your goals for 2023 in the comments!

                    Full show notes: https://thisisraleigh.com/podcast-whats-ahead-for-2023/

                    51 min
                  • 46: What's it like to live in Boylan Heights, Raleigh?

                    The Boylan Heights neighborhood in Raleigh is one of our favorites!

                     

                    It's hard to beat location - on the edge of Downtown Raleigh and next door to Pullen Park - plus Charming Southern homes and small neighborly feel makes it an ideal place to live in Raleigh.

                     

                    It's also a great place for anybody to grab a coffee from Rebus Works, some pastries from Boulted Bread, a craft brew from Vaulted Craft Brew, and lunch/dinner from Wye Hill!

                    WHAT WE TALKED ABOUT

                    • Our new series on the blog creating neighborhood guides (includes video and podcasts)

                    • Where Boylan Heights is located

                    • What makes Boylan Heights a unique and wonderful place to live

                    • A little about the style of homes in Boylan Heights

                    • Sunrise and sunset at the iconic Boylan Bridge

                    • The artistic vibe of Boylan Heights with its annual Art Walk and galleries

                    • It's proximity to Pullen Park, Dorothea Dix Park, the Warehouse District and Glenwood Ave

                    • Some cool neighborhood bars, cafes and restaurants

                      • RESOURCES

                      • Wye Hill Kitchen and Brewing review

                      • 6 of the best local bakeries in Raleigh

                      • 10 Neighborhoods to call home inside the beltline

                      • 12 great Raleigh neighborhoods for families

                      • Art to Heart Trail

                      • 34 Reasons we love living in Raleigh

                      • 90+ things to do in Raleigh (includes Boylan Heights)

                        • If you're looking to move to the Raleigh area, we can help you with a realtor and settling into community. Reach out here. https://thisisraleigh.com/finding-a-realtor-raleigh-nc/

                         

                        Full guide to Boylan Heights neighborhood in Raleigh: https://thisisraleigh.com/boylan-heights-raleigh/

                        25 min
                      • EP 45: What to Do in Raleigh in the Fall

                        It's almost Fall, y'all, our favorite time of year. It's the time of fun festivals, leaf peeping, patio dining, picnics, trails to hike, pumpkin flavored everything and Halloween fun. In this episode we chat about the best things to do in Raleigh in Fall.

                        What we talked about:

                        • When is Fall in Raleigh?

                        • Best places in Raleigh to see Fall colors

                        • Greenway trails and lakes we love

                        • Picnic spots in the Fall

                        • Cafes and bars for Fall seasonal treats

                        • Festivals & events in Fall

                        • Halloween fun and house decorations

                        • Why the beach is great during September!

                        • Tips for going to the mountains!

                          • Resources mentioned:

                          • 27 best Raleigh Fall festivals & events

                          • 17 pumpkin patches & corn mazes near Raleigh

                          • NC State Fair guide

                          • 13 places to celebrate Oktoberfest in Raleigh

                          • Guide to the Bluegrass Festival

                          • 12 great North Carolina Beaches near Raleigh

                          • Top Places to go in the North Carolina Mountains

                          • Where to see the Fall colors in Raleigh and nearby

                            • Full guide: https://thisisraleigh.com/things-to-do-in-raleigh-in-the-fall/

                            38 min
                          • EP 44: Getting to Know Raleigh (for first time visitors or relocators)

                            If you are visiting Raleigh for the first time, let us be your personal chaperone.

                            Listen in as we share all the experiences you'd have, and the places we'd take you to get to know all about the city of Raleigh including neighborhoods, restaurants, festivals, sporting events, parks, trails, breweries and much more!

                            WHAT WE TALKED ABOUT:

                            • Best neighborhoods to explore

                            • Places to eat & drink

                            • Trails to walk

                            • Parks to visit

                            • Lakes to explore

                            • Festivals to attend

                            • Sports to go watch

                            • And other uniquely Raleigh experiences

                              • RESOURCES:

                              • 48 hours in Raleigh itinerary

                              • 12 great places to live in Raleigh

                              • 34 reasons we love living in Raleigh

                              • 32 top festivals

                              • top 25 Raleigh attractions

                              • How to navigate the Wake County Public Schools

                                •  

                                Full guide: https://thisisraleigh.com/city-of-raleigh-nc/

                                Raleigh Realtor: https://thisisraleigh.com/finding-a-realtor-raleigh-nc/

                                44 min
                              • 43: 3 Great Theme Parks near Raleigh, NC

                                You don't have to travel all the way to Florida from Raleigh to get your thrills and spills at theme parks. In this episode we share three great theme parks near Raleigh for riding big roller coasters, water slides and creating family memories.

                                We're traveling to Carowinds near Charlotte, Wet & Wild in Greensboro and Busch Gardens in Virginia.

                                WHAT WE TALKED ABOUT:

                                 

                                • Carowinds Amusement Park in Charlotte, NC

                                • How to get there, why we loved Carowinds, rides we loved most, ticket optioBusch ns, we to stay, and much more!

                                • Wet n' Wild Waterpark in Greensboro, NC

                                • Why our kids loved Wet n' Wild, getting there, why renting a cabana is a good idea, how to plan your day and much more!

                                • Busch Gardens, Williamsburg, VA. All the fun we had riding the roller coasters, exploring the European landscaped villages, and the fun activities for young kids.

                                  • RESOURCES:

                                  • Ultimate guide to Carowinds Amusement Park

                                  • Get Wet n' Go Wild in Greensboro

                                  • 7 fun places to visit in Williamsburg VA

                                    • Full Show Notes:

                                    28 min
                                  • EP 42: Well Centered Wellness with Dr. Allison Peters
                                    In this episode we chat with the founder of Well Centered Wellness in Apex, Dr. Allison Puja Peters, and why our own family has been going to see her for years now for various health treatments and preventative care. She specializes in many areas of wellness including chiropractic, Ozone therapy, PEMF sound technology, Brain Tap, Red Light Therapy, Infrared laser, Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy, Genetic Based Nutrition, CBD & Hemp. Listen in for some great insights on physical, mental, and spiritual health.

                                    Full show notes: https://thisisraleigh.com/dr-allison-peters-wellness/

                                    1 hr 29 min

                                  About This is Raleigh Podcast

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                                  This is Raleigh Podcast is hosted by Caroline and Craig Makepeace, Aussie global travelers, who now call Raleigh, North Caroline home. After living in 5 countries, traveling to over 50, and, due to…