Local mixed media artist Katherine Wassink joins Izzy and David to speak about her journey into her unique wall art medium— fiber and felt. From her technical background in fabric to her creative endeavors, Wassink has always worked hard to ensure her work was seen and taken seriously. 

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Mark Napolitano, Master Brewer of Seven Sounds Brewing Company, and Brandyn Napolitano, Master Brewer of Ghost Harbor Brewing Company, join Izzy and David alongside Ghost Harbor's owner, Thomas Reese. 

The three craftsmen discuss the passion, highs and lows, and process behind the art of craft beer. Beyond the brewing process, they discuss the past, present, and future of the industry culture, specifically within Elizabeth City.

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Councilwoman Katherine Felton joins Izzy and David for the seventh episode of Voices of the Albemarle to speak about her adolescence as a young activist in Elizabeth City.

Ms. Felton provides an inside look at her personal experience with protest marches and peaceful demonstrations, like the one at the W.T. Grant lunch counter on Main Street. From joining nonviolence protest classes at age 11 to personally meeting Dr. King in Elizabeth City at age 16, Felton illustrates the strength of her character and beliefs through stories of her childhood in activism and adulthood as the first Black female department head.

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In Episode 6 of Voices of the Albemarle, 11-year-old Penelope Nickens, a fifth grader at Northeast Academy of Aerospace and Advanced Technologies, joins Izzy and David to share a powerful and refreshing perspective on today’s digital world.

Penelope opens up about the effects of constant screen time, social media, and consumer culture on empathy—both for her generation and those before it. From cyberbullying to nonstop advertising, she explains what she sees happening around her and how small changes can help make the world a more thoughtful, connected place.

This honest conversation reminds us that sometimes the clearest insights come from the youngest voices.

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Elizabeth City State University Chancellor Dr. S. Keith Hargrove joins Izzy and David to discuss the university’s latest strategic plan, Ascend 2030. The conversation explores the future of ECSU’s academic programs, the university’s continued growth and impact on Elizabeth City, and why Dr. Hargrove envisions Elizabeth City as a “great place to work, live, and learn.” 

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David and Izzy sit down with ECPPS Superintendent, Dr. Keith Parker, and three former student board members home from their first semester of college. This episode is a must listen for anyone interested in our local education system, the future Parker hopes to build, and an inside look at how it shapes the young minds as they head off into their own futures. 

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Izzy and David sit down with The Daily Advance’s managing editor, Chris Day, and former Daily Advance employee Robert Kelly-Goss to discuss the history, present, and future of the print journalism industry, centering on their experiences with The Daily Advance and beyond.

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In Episode 2, Izzy and David sit down with Dr. Kevin Kupietz, Aviation Chair at ECSU, and Scott Hinton, Director of the Elizabeth City Regional Airport, to explore how their collaborative partnership is shaping the future of aviation in the Pasquotank region.  A must-listen for anyone interested in local growth, education, and the future of flight. 

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Izzy and David sit down with Deborah Malenfant, Executive Director of Elizabeth City Downtown, Inc., to discuss the growth, challenges, and exciting momentum shaping our downtown. Deborah shares insights on revitalization projects, community partnerships, and her vision for a thriving, connected Elizabeth City. A must-listen for anyone passionate about the future of our community.

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