Best Coastal Nc Podcasts (2025)

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GITM - Ep #17 - Blackbeard’s Ghost and the Hauntings of Coastal NC 58:51

26d ago58:51

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In this episode of Ghosts in the Mountains, we journey to the windswept shores and shifting sands of North Carolina’s Outer Banks, where the restless spirit of the most infamous pirate of all time, Blackbeard, is said to still stalk the waves. From the eerie glow of “Teach’s Light” near Ocracoke to whispered sightings of his headless apparition wan…

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Barbershop Secrets 27:48

3d ago27:48

27:48

Amanda became a Souther Woman. Jack tells Slack to try a black barbershop. Slack bought his wife a cup.

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GITM - Ep #20 - The Cherokee Little People 1:37:24

5d ago1:37:24

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Long before settlers arrived in the Appalachian Mountains, the Cherokee spoke of the Yunwi Tsunsdi’—the Little People. Said to stand no taller than a child, these elusive, ancient beings are described as protectors, tricksters, and watchers of the land. Some say they live in hidden caves and ridge-lines, appearing only to those who truly need help……

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Did Someone Fart? 29:01

10d ago29:01

29:01

Amanda did weekday comedy. Slack has questions about kids. Jack ain't got it.

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GITM - Ep #19 - The Haunting Of Hixon House 1:17:42

12d ago1:17:42

1:17:42

In this spine-tingling episode of Ghosts in the Mountains, Caleb and Austin sit down with Caleb’s longtime friend Matt Hixon to share an unsettling story that strikes close to home—literally. Matt and his family once lived in a charming house in Candler, North Carolina, but their experience was anything but ordinary. What began as faint sounds in t…

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Wedding Weekend 23:02

17d ago23:02

23:02

Amanda has a wedding. Slack is a nosy neighbor. Jack gives marriage advice.

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Behind The Stick: Matt Coleman's Mixology Meets Neighborhood Vibe at The Davie 40:03

18d ago40:03

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'Bubbles and Brisket' is in its fifth year, on Saturday, June 7th. The event will feature around ten chefs, multiple bars, and a variety of beverages, including sparkling wines, beers, and potentially a cash bar for full-strength drinks. Get Tickets HERE In this episode of the North Carolina Food and Beverage Podcast, host Max Trujillo interviews M…

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GITM - Ep #18 - UFOs Over North Carolina with Micah Hanks 1:25:00

19d ago1:25:00

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In this special episode of Ghosts in the Mountains, we sit down with researcher, author, and podcast host Micah Hanks to dive deep into North Carolina’s long, strange history of UFO sightings. From the mysterious Lumberton encounter of the 1970s, to modern-day reports of massive, triangular crafts hovering silently over small towns—this state has a…

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Fun Box 26:28

24d ago26:28

26:28

This episode is a little spicy Amanda is giving fun gifts for a bachelorette party. Jack finds out that gingers are black now. Bigger red flag, credit score or body count?

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Holy Cow! 150 Years of Shipley Farms with Gray Shipley 1:02:40

19d ago1:02:40

1:02:40

This episode of the North Carolina Food and Beverage Podcast, hosted by Max Trujillo, highlights the return of the 'Bubbles and Brisket' event for its fifth year, scheduled for Saturday, June 7th. The event will feature around ten chefs, multiple bars, and a variety of beverages, including sparkling wines, beers, and potentially a cash bar for full…

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Kid Trauma 26:15

1M ago26:15

26:15

The employee reviews are in. The Group Chat talks childhood trauma.

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Bartender Banter: Mixing Humor with Spirits at Wolfe & Porter 46:46

1M ago46:46

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This episode of the North Carolina Food and Beverage Podcast, hosted by Max Trujillo, highlights the return of the 'Bubbles and Brisket' event for its fifth year, scheduled for Saturday, June 7th. The event will feature around ten chefs, multiple bars, and a variety of beverages, including sparkling wines, beers, and potentially a cash bar for full…

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GITM - Ep #16 - The Bigfoot Of Madison County 1:03:25

1M ago1:03:25

1:03:25

In this episode of Ghosts in the Mountains, we turn back the clock to the late 1950s for a startling encounter that still echoes through the hollers of Madison County, North Carolina. Just after sunset, something massive and unknown broke into a family’s chicken coop—and it wasn’t after eggs. A man described a towering creature, shrouded in shadow.…

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Gym Time 28:14

1M ago28:14

28:14

Amanda deals with a creep. Slack loves fire. Jack found an error.

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The Ideal episode about Ideal's Sandwiches... Get in Line... 1:07:56

1M ago1:07:56

1:07:56

This episode of the North Carolina Food and Beverage Podcast, hosted by Max Trujillo, highlights the return of the 'Bubbles and Brisket' event for its fifth year, scheduled for Saturday, June 7th. The event will feature around ten chefs, multiple bars, and a variety of beverages, including sparkling wines, beers, and potentially a cash bar for full…

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GITM - Ep #15 - The Haunting of Zelda Fitzgerald 1:19:38

1M ago1:19:38

1:19:38

In this haunting episode of Ghosts in the Mountains, we explore the tragic final chapter of Zelda Fitzgerald’s life—the iconic flapper, writer, and wife of F. Scott Fitzgerald—whose story ended in flames at Asheville’s Highland Hospital in 1948. As the fire consumed the historic building, it left behind more than just ash and sorrow; it sparked a l…

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Pay Raise 26:29

2M ago26:29

26:29

Slack and Amanda do TikTok Live. Slack got a big raise. Amanada and Jack tell Slack not to have kids.

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GITM - Ep #14 - Seely's Castle and the Occult In Asheville 1:09:20

2M ago1:09:20

1:09:20

Perched on a mountain ridge above Asheville, North Carolina, Seely’s Castle looms with an aura of mystery and intrigue. In this episode of Ghosts in the Mountains, we explore chilling accounts and longstanding rumors that link this historic estate to covert occult practices and shadowy rituals. After years of speculation of flickering torchlit ritu…

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Pot Luck 24:22

2M ago24:22

24:22

Slack's been going through it. Jack found out about a race. The Group Chat forgot about the potluck. We go off the air. The algorithm gets werid.

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Go Rae Soju and a Recap of Dreamville 45:49

2M ago45:49

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This episode of the North Carolina Food and Beverage Podcast, hosted by Max Trujillo, highlights the return of the 'Bubbles and Brisket' event for its fifth year, scheduled for Saturday, June 7th. The event will feature around ten chefs, multiple bars, and a variety of beverages, including sparkling wines, beers, and potentially a cash bar for full…

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GITM - Ep #13 - The Hauntings Of Lake Lure NC 1:06:54

2M ago1:06:54

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Lake Lure in North Carolina is known for its serene beauty and iconic film locations—but beneath the surface of its still waters lies something far more unsettling. In this episode, we dive into the legends and chilling eyewitness accounts that have surrounded Lake Lure for decades. Namely the many hauntings that are said to occur in the historic L…

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Open Mic Night 26:52

2M ago26:52

26:52

Jack asks Slack about an incident. Amanda and Slack were at the same crazy open mic 7 years ago.

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Coastal Culinary Conversations: Behind the Feast of Wilmington 2025! 1:03:41

2M ago1:03:41

1:03:41

In this episode of the North Carolina Food and Beverage Podcast, hosts Max Trujillo and Chef Savannah Miller dive into a rich conversation that spans from Savannah's Top Chef journey to the intricacies of the North Carolina culinary scene. They discuss Savannah's experience on Top Chef, highlighting her development and the final challenge of cookin…

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GITM - Ep #12 - Ghosts Of The Battery Park Hotel 1:35:16

2M ago1:35:16

1:35:16

In the summer of 1936, a young woman named Helen Clevenger checked into Room 224 of Asheville’s historic Battery Park Hotel—and never checked out. Her brutal murder sent shockwaves through the city and sparked a sensational investigation that ended with more questions than answers. Nearly a century later, guests and staff still report eerie occurre…

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Beer and a Smut Book 26:17

2M ago26:17

26:17

Slack's got snakes. Amanda reads spicy books. Jack is off work, but comes in to record anyway.

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GITM - Ep #11 - Sirens Of The French Broad River 1:19:10

2M ago1:19:10

1:19:10

Not far from the quiet bends and ancient hollows of Western North Carolina, a myth has echoed through the centuries of sirens who haunt the depths of the French Broad River. In this episode, we wade into the murky waters of this chilling legend, which tells of a haunting figure with moss-like hair and dark, mesmerizing eyes who lures the unsuspecti…

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Secret's Out 30:20

2M ago30:20

30:20

Jack needs a break. Jack and Amanda talk about getting big tax returns. Slack spoils a local secret.

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GITM - Ep #10 - The Brown Mountain Lights Part 2 with Dr. Dan Caton 2:06:17

2M ago2:06:17

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In this follow-up to our last episode about the Brown Mountain Lights, we’re joined by physicist and astronomer Dr. Dan Caton—professor at Appalachian State University and one of the most dedicated researchers of the elusive lights. For over a decade, Dr. Caton has studied the phenomenon from the vantage point of science, deploying cameras and obse…

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Smelling Fingers 30:12

3M ago30:12

30:12

The Group Chat talks sleep habits. Amanda has monologues. The Group smells fingers.

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GITM - Ep #9 - The Brown Mountain Lights Part 1 with Dr. Allen Greenfield 2:37:03

3M ago2:37:03

2:37:03

Not far from Asheville, NC, a centuries-old mystery lingers over the Blue Ridge Mountains—strange glowing orbs flicker and dance along the ridges of Brown Mountain, defying scientific explanation. Reports of these enigmatic lights date back to the Cherokee and early settlers, with theories ranging from ghostly spirits and extraterrestrial visitatio…

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Gas 25:41

3M ago25:41

25:41

Let the farts out, or you could die. Slack is in school. Jack is sick. The Groupchat tries to figure out who the nicest people in the office are.

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GITM - Ep #8 - The Strangling Oak 58:12

3M ago58:12

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Deep in the misty landscapes of Wales, a chilling legend has stood the test of time—an ancient oak with a sinister reputation. For centuries, whispers have told of The Strangling Oak, a gnarled and looming sentinel with branches that reach not just for the sky, but for the souls of those who dare sleep beneath it. This episode of Ghosts in the Moun…

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What Hasn't Amanda Done? 30:02

3M ago30:02

30:02

Slack makes an admission. Amanda has literally done every job. Jack has a vacation idea.

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Hurricane Helene Impact and Project Skyline's Mission 47:24

3M ago47:24

47:24

In this episode of the North Carolina Food and Beverage Podcast, host Max Trujillo chats with John Seelbinder, of Local Icon Hospitality and owner of multiple establishments, including the newly relocated Merchant and the Architect's speakeasy, Green Light. The conversation covers Seelbinder's unexpected role in disaster relief following Hurricane …

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GITM - Ep #7 - The Reynolds Mansion with Micah Hanks 1:50:26

3M ago1:50:26

1:50:26

Step inside the grand yet enigmatic Reynolds Mansion, a historic Southern antebellum home with a past as rich as it is mysterious. In this episode, hosts Caleb Hanks and Austin Burgess are joined by Caleb's brother, Micah Hanks, author of Reynolds Mansion: An Invitation to the Past: The History and Strange Happenings at a Southern Antebellum Home a…

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Mom's Night Out 26:39

3M ago26:39

26:39

The Group Chat goes over a list they saw on Reddit. What if your ex's mom was on OF? Amanda used to unwind with Funyuns.

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Drink Malört: Chicago's Liquid Legend Unbottled 40:32

3M ago40:32

40:32

We dive into the distinctive world of Jeppson's Malört with Tremaine Atkinson, CEO and head distiller at CH Distillery. Known for its unique and polarizing taste, Malört has a rich history dating back to its Swedish roots and Prohibition-era Chicago. Atkinson shares the story of Carl Jeppson, the drink's creator, and the journey of Malört through h…

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GITM - Ep #6 - Faces Of Evil 1:08:02

3M ago1:08:02

1:08:02

In this chilling episode of Ghosts in the Mountains, we dive into three terrifying lesser-known tales from the dark corners of Western North Carolina. From Yancey County to Rosman and Asheville, these eerie encounters remind us that evil has many faces—some lurking in the shadows, others staring right back at us. Are these encounters simply tricks …

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Romeo and Juliet 29:14

4M ago29:14

29:14

Amanda and Slack's wife are going on a date. The Group Chat discusses an IVF mixup.

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A Pasta Passion Kneading to Get Out at Figulina 54:24

4M ago54:24

54:24

In this engaging episode of the North Carolina Food and Beverage Podcast, host Max Trujillo interviews Chef David Ellis of Figulina, a newly nominated James Beard Award contender for Best New Restaurant in America. Chef Ellis shares his journey from Stoke-on-Trent, England, through various culinary adventures around the world, including his impactf…

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GITM - EP #5 - The Boojum 57:44

4M ago57:44

57:44

Deep in the misty mountains of Western North Carolina, a mysterious creature is said to roam—The Boojum. Is it Bigfoot? Or a mountain recluse? This legendary figure is known for his love of rare gemstones and his eerie, mournful wails echoing through the valleys. Some say he watches from the shadows, collecting treasure in hidden caves, while other…

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We're Back! 23:19

4M ago23:19

23:19

The Gorup Chat is dealing with technical issues. Slack has V Day plans. Amanda was a teacher. Jack watches spanish language reality TV.

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Irregardless of Tradition: A 50-Year Journey with Lee Robinson 49:48

4M ago49:48

49:48

In this episode of the North Carolina Food and Beverage Podcast, host Max Trujillo interviews Lee Robinson, the current owner of the iconic Irregardless in Raleigh. Lee took over the cafe in 2020, just 10 weeks before the COVID-19 pandemic hit. They discuss the history of Irregardless, including its origins as a vegetarian sandwich shop in the 1970…

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GITM - EP #4 - The Smith McDowell House 1:08:36

4M ago1:08:36

1:08:36

In this episode of Ghosts in the Mountains, we step inside Asheville’s oldest surviving mansion—the historic Smith-McDowell House. With a past stretching back to the early 1800s, this grand estate has witnessed generations of life, death, and unexplained activity. From ghostly children’s laughter echoing through the halls to shadowy figures glimpse…

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GITM - EP #3 - Chimney Rock 1:04:43

4M ago1:04:43

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Nestled in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Chimney Rock, NC, is known for its breathtaking views and rugged beauty. But beneath its scenic charm lies a history steeped in eerie folklore, ghostly encounters, and unexplained phenomena. In this episode of Ghosts in the Mountains, we delve into the paranormal tales surrounding Chimney Rock and n…

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DEI Hire 23:35

4M ago23:35

23:35

Some guy got in the comments about Amanda. The Group Chat discusses the Last Prize Standing.

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Hospitality Trends and Transformations with Courtney Blake of Pilot Light Consulting 47:12

4M ago47:12

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In this episode of the North Carolina Food and Beverage Podcast, host Max Trujillo speaks with Courtney Blake, owner and managing director of Pilot Light Consulting. They discuss their shared bi-coastal experiences and delve into serious topics like the natural disasters affecting California and North Carolina. Courtney shares insights into the cha…

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GITM - EP #2 - Helen's Bridge 1:03:01

4M ago1:03:01

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Tucked away in the misty mountains of Asheville, North Carolina, Helen’s Bridge is more than just a scenic landmark—it’s a place steeped in eerie tales and ghostly encounters. Who was Helen, and what tragic event ties her spirit to this desolate spot? Join us as we uncover the origins of the legend, separate fact from folklore, and examine the chil…

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Polish Festival in Castle Hayne, North Carolina at St. Stanislaus Catholic Church 5:59

4M ago5:59

5:59

Join us as we take you inside the Polish Festival in Castle Hayne, North Carolina, an annual celebration of Polish heritage hosted by St. Stanislaus Catholic Church. Held every November, the festival is a vibrant gathering filled with authentic Polish cuisine, lively traditional music, and energetic dancing. In this episode, we capture the sights a…