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- 31. Our 2022 Q1 Review
The first quarter of 2022 has absolutely flown by! Today we talk about some of the amazing experiences we've had in Raleigh and throughout North Carolina, and what's ahead for the rest of the year!
This is Raleigh is hosted by Caroline and Craig Makepeace, and is produced by Earfluence.
45 min - 30. Kiara and Terrance Ruth
Dr. Terrance Ruth
may be the next mayor of Raleigh. Kiara Ruth is an influencer and blogger at
The Banana Moon
. Together, they're a Raleigh power couple, and they share their story on today's episode. WHAT WE TALKED ABOUT:
Their backgrounds
Story of how they met
First impressions of Raleigh?
How they describe the community here in Raleigh
Why Terrance is running to become the mayor
Terrance's key campaign messages
Kiara's online business and her work in the community
How she describes the female entrepreneur community in Raleigh
How they describe each other's personality in 3 words
What was important to you as parents in deciding where to send their son to school?
Their favorite things to do in Raleigh
And so much more…
RESOURCE LINKS:
Terrance's website: TruthforRaleigh.com
Kiara's website: TheBananaMoon.com
For more on things to do in and around Raleigh, visit ThisIsRaleigh.com.
1 hr 1 min - 29. eSports scene in the Triangle, with Caleb Smith
Did you know that there's a huge eSports scene here in the Triangle? Today we chat with Caleb Smith, owner of Contender eSports Gaming Center about what eSports is all about, the money that's available, and how his team is training the job force of the future.
WHAT WE TALKED ABOUT:
What is Esports?
The story of Contender Esports in Cary
Who can go to Contender Esports?
What types of games can you play?
What is the number one Esport game?
Workshops, tournaments and camps
How big is the gaming industry in the Triangle?
Can people make a career out of Esports?
Who is one of the biggest names in Esports?
Which country is best at Esports?
What are some of the top tournaments?
What should you study if you want a career in gaming?
What values and purpose do you encourage at Contender Esports?
What is your long-term vision and mission for your business?
RESOURCE LINKS:
Contender Esports Cary
STEM camps
Open play & pricing
For more on things to do in and around Raleigh, visit ThisIsRaleigh.com.
57 min - 28. OBX in the Winter: Still so much to do
We took another beach vacation in the winter, this time to the Outer Banks (Nags Head, Manteo, Kitty Hawk, Duck, Corolla). There's so much culture and history, and here we tell you about all the things to do when the weather isn't right for a dip in the ocean.
WHAT WE TALKED ABOUT:
Why visit the Outer Banks in winter
Getting there from Raleigh
Our vacation rental in Nags Head
Historic walking tour of Manteo
Wright Brothers Memorial
Fort Raleigh
Bodie Island Lighthouse at sunset
Bird watching in Alligator River Natural Preserve
Sunrise on the beach
Places to eat and drink in OBX
RESOURCE LINKS:
Our vacation rental
Historic walking tour of Manteo
Wright Brothers Memorial
Fort Raleigh
Bodie Island Lighthouse
Bird watching
20_ Essential Things to do in Outer Banks
7 fun Outer Banks activities with kids
30+ Delicious Outer Banks Restaurants For Your OBX Trip
15 things to do in Manteo and the Outer Banks
43 min - 27. Navigating the Wake County Schools System, with Libby Taylor
The Wake County School System is massive and sometimes pretty confusing to navigate. There are traditional or year-round schools, magnet schools, charter schools, private schools. You always want to choose what's best for your kids, but how do you find all the right information? Today we're joined by Libby Taylor from SchoolUp Wake, who saw many parents were strugglling with their school choice and found a way to help them.
WHAT WE TALKED ABOUT:
Do Wake County Schools rank highly?
How do you find out your base school?
How do you enroll in your base school? Any deadlines?
Do they have open houses, virtual information sessions?
Year round vs. Traditional calendar
How do I find out what calendar my base school is on?
What is a capped school?
How do I know if my base school is capped?
What are overflow schools?
How do you know what overflow school you would be assigned?
Can you get on a waiting list at a capped school?
What is a Magnet school?
Do they offer different curriculum & focus to public schools?
Who can go to a magnet school?
What is a Charter school?
Who can attend a charter school?
Do they follow same rules as public?
Do they take state mandated tests?
How do I enroll, what is the application process?
Can my child enroll if the charter school is not located in the district where I live?
What is the main difference between private & public schools?
1-2 top reasons parents choose a private school?
Do costs vary?
Typical application process?
How to start the school research process
What resources are available online to compare schools?
School report cards
How can parents work with Libby to choose a school?
Are you looking to buy or sell a home and are in needed of a real estate agent in the Raleigh area? As a Licensed Realtor and referral agent, I can save you the time and stress searching and vetting, and connect you to my team of trusted Realtor partners. Read more here, or click the link below
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RESOURCE LINKS:
Libby's website, SchoolUp Wake
Upcoming Webinar: Introduction to Schools in Wake Co.
Resources for families relocating to the Raleigh area
How to navigate Wake County Public Schools system
Information on WCPSS magnet schools
Enrolling your student in the WCPSS
NC School Report Cards for evaluating student performance across all public schools
For more on things to do in and around Raleigh, visit ThisIsRaleigh.com.
57 min - 26. Crystal Coast Winter Beach Getaway
Most people don't think about the beach for a winter weekend getaway or vacation, but it's actually pretty amazing. There are so many things to do...and it's not nearly as crowded. Today we talk about our trip to the Crystal Coast of North Carolina - Beaufort, Indian Beach, Pine Knoll Shores, Atlantic Beach, Morehead City, and Emerald Isle.
WHAT WE TALK ABOUT:
Exploring Beaufort on a self-guided walking tour
Collecting shells and wild horses on Cape Lookout National Seashore
Fort Macon State Park
Getting spooked on a ghost tour of Beaufort
Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores
Pirate artifacts at the NC Maritime Museum
Learning about whales at Bonehenge Whale Center
Places to eat
Our awesome condo stay
RESOURCE LINKS:
3 day getaway to the Crystal Coast
Cape Lookout National Seashore
Fort Macon State Park
Ghost walk
NC Maritime Museum
NC Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores
Bonehenge Whale Center
Grande Villas
Check out our blog post on the Crystal Coast things to do and places to eat!
42 min - EP 25: Plans for 2022 in Business & Life
Are you ready for an excellent 2022? It's about time right?
In this episode we chat about our plans for 2022 related to our ThisIsRaleigh podcast, our blog, social media channels, plus plans for our community, travel plans we have both domestically and internationally, personal life updates, and much more!
51 min - 24. Say Goodbye to Clutter, with Hello Clutter's Sarah Valeri
If there's one thing that can cause overwhelm, overstimulation, and stress in a household, it's clutter. Sarah Valeri from Hello Clutter has made it her business to make homes better organized, less stressful, and clutter free, and she joins us today on the This is Raleigh Podcast!
WHAT WE TALK ABOUT:
Why Sarah started her declutter business
What is clutter? And what does it mean?
How does clutter affect us mentally and financially?
Examples of clutter
Living with a partner with a different clutter threshold
Why people rage donate
Why people hold onto stuff
Common items people tend to over accumulate
The crazy % of clothes people wear that they own
How to organize your kids stuff
Rules for buying clothes
Why more stuff doesn't make us happy!
Why online shopping has increased hoarding clothes
Tips for getting started with decluttering
How Sarah can help you!
Sarah's free decluttering checklist
Sarah's new year challenge!
Her favorite things to do in Raleigh
RESOURCE LINKS:
HelloClutter.com
Free organizing guide
Give the gift of organizing
For more on things to do in and around Raleigh, visit ThisIsRaleigh.com.
1 hr 6 min - 23. Financing a Home with Mortgage Broker, April Blackwell
The housing market in Raleigh right now is ridiculous - mortgage rates are low, prices are sky-high, and supply can't keep up with demand. So when you put in an offer to buy, you better be prepared.
Today, we welcome our mortgage broker, April Young Blackwell from Blackwell Mortgage, to give us some tips on how to navigate this wild time in the Triangle.
WHAT WE TALK ABOUT:
How she got into the financial industry, and her experience
Who she can help get financing for a home
The difference between today's market and the disaster of 2008
Why new construction is now taking up to 8-9 months
You have to be ready and willing to act quickly
Looking for diamonds in the rough is a good strategy
Why Raleigh is on all the top lists
How to rebuild credit, use it responsibly, and monitor it.
Quickest way to improve your credit score
Understanding utilization of credit
Good and bad lines of credit to have open
Why only banking with local banks or credit unions can hurt your credit standing
Where to get credit education and resources
What loans are available for 1st time home buyers
How much deposit you need to put down
What is an FHA loan
What is PMI, and how to avoid it
Saving for a deposit vs. paying off bad debt
Creative ways to make more money
How to know how much you can afford
Understanding Due Diligence (DD) money and how to play the game
Why you need to get pre-approved (and what it means)
Rules around Flips a buyer has to be aware of
Checklist: steps to get ready to buy a home
Number 1 mistake home-buyers make!
Are you looking to buy or sell a home and are in needed of a real estate agent in the Raleigh area? As a Licensed Realtor and referral agent, I can save you the time and stress searching and vetting, and connect you to my team of trusted Realtor partners. Read more here, or click the link below
Click here to get started
RESOURCE LINKS:
Blackwell Mortgage
Mortgage Points Blog by April Blackwell
Credit Smart by Freddie Mac
Homebuyer Education by Fannie Mae
CFPB Financial Tools and Education for Adults
DHIC
FHA loans
1 hr 4 min - 22. Visiting Boone, Grandfather Mountain, and Blowing Rock
Today we are talking about Boone, North Carolina, just three hours from Raleigh. Boone is right off the Blue Ridge Parkway in the High Country of NC, and close enough to Blowing Rock and Grandfather Mountain that we went there too. Hear about it all on today's episode!
WHAT WE TALK ABOUT:
Exploring Blowing Rock on the way to Boone
Our cabin stay in Boone
Coffee shops in Boone
Breweries in Boone
Where to eat in Boone
Hiking and waterfalls near Boone
Riding the Tweetsie Railroad
Driving part of the Blue Ridge Parkway
Grandfather Mountain
Linville Falls
RESOURCE LINKS:
23 best things to do in Boone NC
Hatchet Coffee
Lost Province Brewing
Booneshine Brewing
Appalachian Mountain Brewing
The Cardinal Burger joint
Melanie's
The Local restaurant
MAST general store
Explore Boone
Tweetsie Railroad
Grandfather Mountain
Linville Falls
Linville Falls Winery
Full guide on Boone: https://thisisraleigh.com/things-to-do-in-boone-nc/
Linville Falls & Grandfather Mountain: https://www.ytravelblog.com/grandfather-mountain-linville-falls-day-trip-blue-ridge-parkway-nc/
For more on things to do in and around Raleigh, visit ThisIsRaleigh.com.
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About This is Raleigh Podcast
From the publisher's feed
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…
their travel blogging success, could choose to live anywhere in the world, they chose Raleigh as their permanent family home. Why Raleigh? This podcast dives deep into that why - sharing the vibrant spirit of this community and the stories of the people that make its heart and soul. Be prepared for stories, interviews with locals and business owners, ideas for discovering or re-discovering the magic of this city (think eat, play, stay), and ideas for getaways and vacations beyond the Beltline.