Triangle 411 (Mary Insprucker)

Space trip details-toilets, food, fear, lure, worst-case-scenario, etc. Non-Profit: Jandy Ammons Foundation

Which one is healthier, cheaper, has the most alcohol—everything you need/want to know. Non-Profit: Fun Breweries that give back to the community! 

Holderness takes us behind the scenes of TV’s Amazing Race: when do they eat, do laundry, down maggot-filled cheese, jump off buildings, and deal with cameras in their face 24/7—Non-Profit Spotlight CASA

Veterans: Claims, Appeals, Health Care, Programs—American Legion Post 67—Commander Richard Spryrison 

Helping with disasters, blood donations, military services, training-- Barry Porter, American Red Cross CEO of the Eastern Region, explains it all and the touching stories behind the movement.

Women power takes front & center as the Cary Women’s Giving Network’s co-founder, Sheila Ogle, explains the huge impact this organization has in the community!

It is hard to make friends as adults. Here’s some “how-tos” from the founder of the Wackies, Deb Meehan 

Sherri Durbin of Consider it Done, Concierge/Organization, provides tips for making to-do lists disappear

The Heart of Cary Association explains its principles, mission, pillars, membership, and overall impact in the community. NON-PROFIT SPOTLIGHT: North Carolina Community Development Initiative REPEAT

This episode is a rerun from 2021

Kids Together Playground was a dream initiated by two seven-year-old girls who wanted a safe place to play for their younger sisters who had disabilities, so they created one—and YOU can, too! Marla Dorrel, the founder and president of the Kids Together nonprofit, explains how. 

Father’s Day Thoughts

Heather Prach, Director of Education for the International Dairy, Deli, Bakery Association designs the perfect charcuterie board for this summer classic.

Lauren Doyle, the owner of The Travel Mechanic, explores travel on a budget and other tips, such as how to pack light!

Dale Folwell, North Carolina State Treasurer, talks State unclaimed cash, pandemic-era federal hospital monies, medical debt affecting credit scores, and more.

Amy Steeves describes her battle with cancer, bone marrow transplant, and the good that came out of it by creating Amy’s Rays Of Sunshine---inspirational cards for those in isolation

News from The United Arts Council of Raleigh and Wake County on a Diversity in Arts Leadership program—Opportunities to receive $1500 and $10,000 art grants, -- general North Carolina Museum of Art info, including a new exhibit called FAULT LINES: ART AND THE ENVIRONMENT 

Brie Arthur, author of The Foodscape Revolution and Gardening with Grains, and contributor to the Emmy-winning PBS television program, Growing a Greener World, shares expert advice on all things SUNFLOWERS—plus: Visit a sunflower field at Dix Park

Gregory Hartley, (as seen on CNN, ABC, CBS, etc.) author of the book, Get People to do What You Want: How to Use Body Language and Words for Maximum Effect, teaches us how to ignite body language and behavioral expertize to get what we want in business, romance, and even in our neighborhood! 

Catherine Aponte, psychologist and author of “A Marriage of Equals,” explores and advises on INFIDELITY. Catherine did graduate work in Clinical Psychology at Duke University, and her husband, also a psychologist, served on the Department of Psychiatry faculty at UNC. Catherine Aponte, psychologist and author of “A Marriage of Equals,” explores and advises on INFIDELITY. Catherine did graduate work in Clinical Psychology at Duke University, and her husband, also a psychologist, served on the Department of Psychiatry faculty at UNC.

George Smart, founder of NC Modernist, a nonprofit educational archive, discusses the topic and includes info on the Modapalooza bus tour of 11 new and renovated Modernist houses

Special Olympics’ athlete, Kristine Hughes, shares her story,  and gives us info on the OVER THE EDGE RAPPEL,  Fit & Able offers  Halloween fun, fundraising runs, Gay Purvis at Amberly brings home the bacon gathering all these funds to support Special Olympics

You made it through a school-time pandemic; you’ll make it through this! Expert tips on how to create successful school day mornings. Golden Rule Day, jokes, advice

Anthony Martin, Choice Mutual CEO, who frequently authors content for Forbes and Newsweek, and consults for dozens of high-profile websites such as Bankrate, Reuters, Fox Business, C-NBC, ETC., walks us through the journey of planning our own funeral 

Don Fick, the organizer of Repair Café NC, discusses this “international” movement that allows for sharing skills, building social relationships, salvaging treasures, and enhancing community resilience and sustainability by repairing, rather than discarding

EndCAN’s, Clara Johnson, analyzes the problem and solutions

Dr. Angela Phipps, a Board Certified Medical and Surgical Hair Restoration Surgeon & host of TLC's new medical show, Bad Hair Day, helps men and women find their best possible hair loss solutions.

Kathryn Ellywicz, from GreenPath Financial Wellness, discusses debt and credit management education to increase our credit scores.

Life coach Sarah Harper Huntington says stop waiting for that new love, more money, losing weight. Be OK with who you are and start living now!

Dr. Katherine Loflin, along with paranormal investigators, explore things that go-bump-in-the-night in the small town of Cary, NC.

Katie Dunn, former Senior Associate Director of Career Coaching (UNC MBA Program), current Director of Career Development at Momentum Learning, and founder of Back to Business, helps people find new, or return to a career they enjoy providing all the ins-and-outs -how-tos. 

Robin Simonton, Executive Director of the Historic Oakwood Cemetery, explains how its wind phone, modeled after the phone booth wind phone created by garden designer Itaru Sasaki to

help cope with his loss and those of the Tōhoku earthquake and tsunami, is offering comfort to the loved ones of the deceased. 

Traci Mitchell, author of “Stirring the Pot,” shares stories of Oprah and other celebrities on uncovering your purpose, falling in love with your life and living bigger.

Ronald Heifetz, co-author of the best-selling Leadership on the Line: Staying Alive through the Dangers of Change, which serves as the primary go-to book on leadership, explains effective leadership while avoiding its dangers 

Catherine Aponte, psychologist and author of “A Marriage of Equals,” explores and advises on beating the holiday blues in a way you may not have thought of before. Catherine did graduate work in Clinical Psychology at Duke University, and her husband, also a psychologist, served on the Department of Psychiatry faculty at UNC. 

Professional Astrologer, Jennifer Angel, whose career highlights include being published in the New York’s Daily News, Harper’s BAZAAR, and Huffington Post, as well as hosting a radio talk show and appearing on NBC’s TODAY morning show, and the Bert Newton Show in Sydney, Australia, explains the cosmic influence on our lives—or so it is said. 

Pickleball: What is it? How do you play? Is it expensive? Do you need the cute, little tennis outfit? ETC. Pam Gilbert, pickleball instructor and Senior Pro Tour participant, explains. 

The American Academy of Pediatrics has developed new guidelines on weight/obesity—medications, surgeries, therapies, etc. 

 Lune Spark may just help you grab a few skill sets towards the “wanna-be.”

Paycheck goes farther on clothes, shoes, housewares, appliances, furniture, etc.  Interview with Gail Walker of Kids EveryWEAR Consignment Sale .
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Tips for successful fundraising and info on the American Red Cross with Linda Craft.
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Nestled under the shady canopy of Bond Park awaits a festival budding with arts and crafts. The annual Spring Daze Arts and Crafts Festival give a true nod to the artistry and creativity that makes up the state of North Carolina.--Denise Dickens, Public Art Supervisor & Curator of Exhibitions and Collections for the Town of Cary, takes us behind the scenes.

Roxane Lessa, who has appeared on Quilting Arts TV and written for numerous quilting arts publications, including several books on art quilting, most recently, Art Quilts International, Abstract & Geometric, explains textile paintings. 

“The Soccer Tournament” features an unprecedented, million dollar, winner-take-all prize, and has become the defining world championship for 7v7 soccer, attracting the most competitive male and female soccer players in the world to a highly intense format that follows the World Cup structure, pinning 32 teams against each other in group play before moving into the knockout stages.

Dr. Anshul  Gupta, who has appeared as a guest on several media outlets, and has also been featured in various publications, such as Reader's Digest, Woman's World, and Yahoo! Lifestyle, explains Hashimoto’s disease and potential treatments.

Acute Care Nurse Practitioner and co-owner of Hydrate Medical, Keith Parris, explains Vitamin IV Therapy 

Martha Heymann, founder of Together Forward, explains how an End-of-Life Doula can return a sense of the sacred to a process that has become more medicalized and less compassionate. Through meaning-directed life review and insight into the dying process, there can be a difference in how everyone involved experiences the final journey of life.

Lost in a circling abys of mind-boggling decision making, crushing physical strains, and fluctuating everyday extremes? There needs to be balance! There needs to be a roadmap! Enter PARENT/GRANDPARENT COACHING/MENTORING. Pam Diamond, founder of First Daze & Nightzzz, offers solutions.

Dale Batchelor, co-creator of Swiftbrook Gardens, a Native Plant Habitat, recognized by the NC Native Plant Society and certified as a National Wildlife Federation Backyard Habitat, shares biodiversity strategies for designing habitat gardens.

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Brad Barick of the Back Achers Christmas Tree Farm answers all our, “To Christmas tree, or not to Christmas tree,” questions and shares touching stories from down on the farm. 

Michael Lewis of Tutor Financial Advisors uses the science of behavioral finance to help clients activate financial success. 

Cary NC's annual Lazy Daze extravaganza is coming up quickly. Enjoy this quick preview of the must see activites that fill this 2 day event.

The A-Z of Christmas ornament hand-painting direction: Elegant adult/Simple/Children, layering, themes, personal touches, as explained by Heather Eck, Artist extraordinaire .

Paycheck goes farther on clothes, shoes, housewares, appliances, furniture, etc. Gail Walker’s Kids Everywear Sale offers help. Chelsea Moravek joins me to give insider tips.

A quick summary of top tips for keeping yourself safe at home, work and in your car. Cary Public Safety Day lets the public engage with Police, Fire, EMS and other agencies from Wake County. Sept.  16, 2023 from 11am-2pm.  

Zack Lewis reflects on his mission trip to Israel—bunker bedroom, rocket fire raids, peoples’ stories (11-year-old killed-cookies to ward off Hamas) soldiers’ stories (just doing their job), war’s sights, sounds, smells, etc.

Diet Drugs—how to get them, costs, insurance, safety, knock-offs, --myth busters—it’s not about diet, exercise, willpower . My interview with Dr. Christopher McGowan - one of the few physicians in the nation who is triple-board-certified in in-ternal medicine, gastroenterology, and obesity medicine, and is a world-renowned leader in endobariatrics 

BONUS: alternatives to medicines

Naama Shaked shares stories of the experiences of hostages, those still in captivity, and local efforts to bring them home 

Dr. Johnny T. Nelson, discusses treatment and cutting edge breakthroughs

Dr. Johnny T. Nelson, discusses treatment and cutting edge breakthroughs 

Mark Weathington, director of the JC Raulston Arboretum, answers some of the top gardening questions

10 Proven Ways to Balance Family and Work—Advice from Catherine Aponte, a Clinical Psychologist, author of the book, A Marriage of Equals: How to Achieve Balance in a Committed Relationship, and a writer of an ongoing blog for Psychology Today

Scott Zona, PhD, botanist and author of the award-winning book, “A Gardener’s Guide to Botany,” explains how to turn rocks into glorious rock gardens! 

Dr. Heather Gutekunst, MD, of Allergy Partners, presents a true and false on what to believe, and not believe, about allergies—and includes helpful tips, treatments, etc.

Melody Wilding, best-selling author of Trust Yourself, top global speaker, featured in The New York Times, Oprah Magazine, NBC News, Business Insider’s “Most Innovative Coaches,”and client list including  Google, Amazon, Stanford University, and more, coaches on getting over taking  things personally, fearing feedback, constant need for validation, and the three different types of overthinking: rumination, future tripping, and overanalyzing.

Joan Baumer, the owner of Crepe Cakerie, a corporate caterer, writer, and a national award winner who has been featured in many magazines and even won Wedding Wire’s Couples Choice Award—talks the A-Z of Strawberries 

Info on the 2nd “The Soccer Tournament”- QUICK--Enter to win VIP Passes, Travel Expenses, $500 Spending, ETC. Ends Today!!

Garden tours take hold across America. Learn how to indulge and glean some hand gardening tips along the way. With John Matthews.

Behind the scenes with James Beard recognized chef, & JB Info 

If Yoga, Meditation and Mindfulness aren’t working for you, you might want to try tatting—why KNOT? This episode explains why. Featuring: Anitra Stone

Death/Cremation—one of those yucky subjects you need to figure out, now- Here’s all the deets. With Barbara Kemmis

Saved: Objects of the Dead is a photographic and poetic exploration of the human experience of life, death, and memory. In this monograph featuring over forty photographs and prose poems, Jody Servon and Lorene Delany-Ullman chronicle the lives, deaths, and relationships of individuals whose objects are infused with their emotional and physical senses, then saved by loved ones and friends as an affirmation of their lives, thereby aiding in the grief process. 

As seen in/on: People Magazine, The New York Times, CBS This Morning, CNN, etc., Environmentalist, Robin Greenfield, wore his trash for a month. He shares all-around environmental strategies

In  CHRISSY GRIGOROPOULOS’ new book,  LADYSHARK: How to Become a Millionaire in Your 30s, the author   offers a roadmap to overcoming chronic self-doubt and achieving personal and financial freedom by challenging conventional wisdom and emphasizing authenticity, resilience, and strategic savvy over traditional paths to success. She discusses same with us. 

Developmental psychologist, Dr. Sara Goldstein, a professor at the University of Delaware, walks us through the bullying problem and solution

Hayley Moran, breast tattoo adornment specialist, covers mastectomy tattoo topics-beautiful artwork, 3D Nipple and Areola Renewal—costs, process, EMPOWERMENT, and more! Personal Ink- P.INK Day events

Put the entertainment back into entertaining with these fresh, innovative tips from Joan Baumer, a corporate caterer, writer, national award winner, and the owner of Crepe Cakerie.

Jennifer Probst, a New York Times bestselling author of over fifty books in contemporary romance fiction, explores this comfort food and shares tips on how you might become a writer!

Dr. Jessica Shepherd, as seen on The Today Show, Good Morning America, CNN, ETC. provides fresh insight, confidence and education on perimenopause and menopause

Santa and Mrs. Claus answer all your questions an explain the magic of Christmas. 

Join Mary Insprucker and Triangle 411 as they go one on one with Luis Elizondo, (as seen on CNN, 60 Minutes, NBC, etc.), former Director for the Advanced Aerospace Threat Identification Program, to discuss UFOs and little green men.   

Workshop on crop seasonality & rotation, plant spacing, creating a plan and garden layout map, indoor plant starts, etc. All covered in this audio workshop featuring Jamie Cristiano of the Geer Street Learning Garden/ Inter-Faith Food Shuttle

Valuable inside information from a CMO of a Fortune 500 company on marketing in the small business world. How to survive the Amazon challenge; little known secrets to success on any budget, and knock their socks off methods with new marketing twists and turns.

Comedy show with Jeff Allen. Allen has appeared on Showtime, Comedy Central, VH1, and more. He starred in the film Apostles of Comedy and Warner Bros. Thou Shalt Laugh. Jeff Allen has been featured at Montreal’s Just for Laughs festival and HBO’s Comedy Arts Festival.

Coronavirus- True/False  COVID-19 info from  Dr. Paul Cook, chief of the Division of Infectious Diseases at ECU’s Brody School of Medicine. Should we panic? NOTE: At the time of this broadcast, COVID was in early stages and not as much was know as now. At that time, face masks were not considered necessary. However, now we know they are important in fighting the disease and mandatory in many areas. Therefore, please act accordingly. 

Dog hero and other pet news. Caroline Zuendel tells the story of her Labrador retriever, Sgt. Yeager, who won the Purple Heart for his service as an IED Detection Dog with the U.S. Marines in Afghanistan and Iraq. Additionally, Dr. Jennifer Goetz, a pet behavioral consultant and cat whisperer from the Animal Hospital @ Briar Creek in Raleigh, sheds light on what our animals are thinking.

No, you’re not crazy-what you’re going through is perfectly normal. Join in this chat with six people sharing their thoughts, concerns, frustrations, and how they are coping with the COVID-19 situation. We’re all in the same boat.

Cary High School Principal Nolan Bryant talks “everything” that’s going on with schools, from on-line learning to figuring out proms and graduations. Dr. Aureen Wagner from the Anxiety Wellness Center in Cary discusses the psychological aspects of the pandemic on children and adults. Simply Practice’s Suzanne Ballantyne offers multidimensional coping mechanisms for peace and wellness through the COVID-19 event. 

Fit & Able is a Cary 501(c) (3) nonprofit organization that builds healthier communities through organizing creative events, programs, and activities. In addition to supporting its own programming, Fit & Able invites other local nonprofit organizations to take part in its 25+ annual events to raise funds and awareness for their charitable missions. Travis Wright Colopy, Executive Director of Fit & Able, discusses how he is re-purposing his newsletter to help local charities remain in the spotlight through the challenging times caused by COVID-19. Charities featured include Dorcas Ministries, The Carying Place, Triangle Aphasia Projected, LTD., SPCA of Wake County, Travis Manion Foundation, New Lease on Life,  and others.

 Organizer and Regional Field Director for the Democratic Party, Leah Garrett, provides a “behind the scene” look at the campaigns for both Hillary Clinton and Amy Klobuchar.  

It’s a new and welcoming age where people really are all crated equally and modeling competitions and pageants are open to all. A conversation with Ciata Kromah from KroCial LLC explores image branding and wardrobe consulting in today’s world. Additionally, Kromah explains the details for the diversity Miss Fashion Global National Competition. Special needs competitions, such as, Miss You Can Do It, Miss Arc Broward, and Miss Amazing, are also discussed.

True to the old adage, “No guts, no glory,” Pastor Will Breedlove from the Harriett Baptist Church is holding worship services at the Raleigh Road Drive-In Movie Theater. This bold step is bringing religion to people while still addressing COVID-19 social distancing.

Chelsea Moravek, who has been in communications for over 10 years, talks everything social media related. This social media guru walks us through all the types, differences, pros and cons of the digital outlet. Chelsea addresses the best options for businesses, including small businesses, as well as, what is out there for personal use. Then, Morrisville’s Jamie Sturdivant, shares changes she has made in her personal social media presence and why. Jamie also provides helpful hints for those who are looking to adjust or reduce the time they spend on these intoxicating platforms.

Cary Chamber of Commerce’s Vice President of Economic Development, Mark Lawson, talks business resources, funding, strategies, legislative updates, employee care, future trends, and key steps for recovery during the COVID-19 pandemic for Cary, and all area businesses. 

The first flight of NASA astronauts from U.S. soil in nearly nine years is happening May 27. The mission will launch astronauts Bob Behnken and Doug Hurley to the International Space Station on a SpaceX Crew Dragon spacecraft. Dr. Andre Mazzoleni, the Director of the Engineering Mechanics and the Space Systems Laboratory at NC State, examines the Demo-2 mission, process, challenges, ISS, Mars and space tourists’ vacations.

CBS 17 anchor/reporter Bill Young and Heidi Scott Giusto, PhD from 

Career Path Writing Solutions discuss job openings, outlook, where and how to find jobs, how to keep your current job, and much more. Helpful tips both for this COVID-19 period, as well as evergreen solutions for a healthy career. The Non-profit Spotlight features the aid options site: needhelppayingbills.com  

Meg Montanez, a Holistic Cannabis Practitioner and owner of CBD Continuum in Apex, identifies the difference and benefits of THC, CBD, Hemp, etc. Reports suggest some properties may help with cancer symptoms, epilepsy, arthritis, migraines, work-out recovery and Parkinson’s.

Chef Cheetie Kumar of Garland in Raleigh chats about being a finalist for the James Beard Foundation award, Best Chef: Southeast. The chef also addresses post-COVID-19 operations for Garland, and her cool heat & eat meal kits. Other JB finalists Kaitlyn Goalen, Chef Chris Shepherd and Chef Ashley Christensen are mentioned.

Jessica McDonald, soccer player for North Carolina Courage of the National Women's Soccer League visits. Jessica represented the United States at the Women's World Cup Tournament in 2019, delivering a crushing blow to the competition. She shares behind the scene tidbits about her life challenges, fun exchanges with her Cup teammates Alex Morgan, Megan Rapinoe, and Crystal Dunn, and takes us to that moment on the field when the United States won the 2019 Women's World Cup in a 2-0 finish over the Netherlands.