In today's episode, Cassie and Allen Mashburn, Moore County native, reminisce on the old ways in North Carolina.

We're discussing the Moore County population boom, sauerkraut, and the need for incentives to help preserve small businesses and family farms in North Carolina.

Plus, Allen talks about planting and food preservation by the signs.

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In today's episode, Cassie and Ellie Parker, native Wilmingtonian, discuss growing up in Wilmington.

We're talking about how much Wilmington has changed in the last 20 years, Oak Ridge Farm, and the Parker family's roots in Duplin County.

Plus, Ellie talks about the Bald Eagles who are nesting in Chinquapin.

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In today's episode, Cassie and Bruce Gresham, President of Applied Vision Works, discuss the importance of small businesses in North Carolina.

We're digging into small business stats, the benefits of mom-and-pop's to local communities, and ways you can support family-owned businesses.

Plus, Bruce gives some solid insider business advice.

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Let's talk about WNC!

In today's episode, Cassie and social media influencer, Margo in WNC, discuss life in Western North Carolina.

We're digging into Appalachian poverty, the hardships of living in one of the most rural areas of the state, and hillbilly culture.

Plus, Cassie reveals why Co'Cola bottled in WNC tastes better than Coke bottled elsewhere.

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Let me introduce y'all to Rob Cole! 

Rob is a country music songwriter/singer from Pembroke. He's been on the stage at the House of Blues, won a Carolina Country Music Award, and recently appeared on The Voice. Today, he's joining us on Where the Dogwood Blooms to discuss those experiences.

When did Rob get interested in music? How did he end up on The Voice? What does he have planned for the future? We're answering all these questions as we explore Rob's musical journey in North Carolina.

Plus, Rob gives us an insider's peek at the annual Lumbee Homecoming.

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Let's help preserve NC history! In today's episode, Cassie and Joann Artiss Stevens discuss the lack of awareness surrounding Rosenwald Schools.

What is a Rosenwald School? How many of these schools existed in North Carolina? What did Rosenwald Schools mean to their communities? We're answering all these questions as we explore segregated education in the Old North State.

Plus, Joann tells us about her experiences at the Snow Hill Colored School.

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*Correction: Valerie Jarrett did not attend a Rosenwald School. She is a great-granddaughter of Rosenwald School architect Robert Robinson Taylor.

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Let's talk about sweet potatoes! In today's episode, Cassie and NC Sweetpotato Commission's Executive Director Michelle Grainger discuss the sweet potato industry.

What is the NC Sweetpotato Commission? How big is North Carolina's sweet potato industry? What's the difference between a sweet potato and a yam? We're answering all these questions as we explore the humble sweet potato.

Plus, Michelle reveals that we've all been spelling sweet potato wrong.

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Carolina fans, this one is for you! In today's show, Cassie and Professional Duke Hater Andy Bagwell discuss why Duke is the most evil team on the planet.

Does Coach K dye his hair? What's it like when the film crew for 30 for 30 shows up at your house? Why is Duke called the University of New Jersey at Durham? We're answering all of these questions as we explore why Andy thinks Duke sucks.

Plus, Cassie reveals why she thinks Duke sucks, too.

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Let's talk about Down East in North Carolina! In today's show, Cassie and CEO Brian Onorio discuss a little bit of everything about life in the Old North State.

What qualifies as Down East in NC? What's the story behind the birth of North Carolina BBQ? And how did the wild horses of the Outer Banks get there? Brian is gonna tell us his theories.

Plus, Cassie reveals her thoughts on the removal of monuments.

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Let's talk about George Washington's 1791 Southern Tour! In today's show, Cassie and author Warren Bingham discuss the first American president's trip to the Old North State.

We're digging into why George Washington traveled through the South, the North Carolina towns he stayed in, and locations you can visit today that Washington experienced over 230 years ago.

Plus, Warren reveals just how much money he recieves when someone buys a copy of his book.

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