EPISODE 23-21 https://open.spotify.com/episode/0UKVqAlvV8G8dnUAjDliqC?si=5b0bb274bb104b65 Listen on 88.3 WUAW every Saturday at 11 and Sunday at 8. A panel discussion with professionals in the area of Arts discuss their educational and vocational journeys. Recorded November 14, 2023 at the Dennis Wicker Civic Center. The podcast version covers the highlights of this discussion.…
EPISODE 23-20 https://open.spotify.com/episode/4EJ0DkJm58h19gq0e9rLH2?si=292b6d977dff4e01 Listen on 88.3 WUAW every Saturday at 11 and Sunday at 8. A panel discussion with professionals in the area of Applied Technologies discuss their educational and vocational journeys. Recorded November 2, 2023 at the Dennis Wicker Civic Center. The podcast version covers the highlights of this…
EPISODE 23-18 https://open.spotify.com/episode/61xgLWRvab8v0zBZwyQL52?si=ef8506b1402848ae Listen on 88.3 WUAW every Saturday at 11 and Sunday at 8. Sanford-based music artist--and CCCC student--Bryson Lyons talks about the release of his first album, Lyons, and where he gets the inspiration for his music. FIND BRYSON. . . Listen to his music on Spotify (and other…
EPISODE 23-16 https://open.spotify.com/episode/5BiqNpqipBcEfv23Z8f2jY?si=7e226c8b0da54be3 Listen on 88.3 WUAW every Saturday at 11 and Sunday at 8. Asia Kiniel talks with college students about balancing schoolwork with home life and raising their children. Guests include April Armstrong, Rickie Rembert, and Ja'Quan Hancock.
EPISODE 23-15 https://open.spotify.com/episode/3Xo3pAiCLWn7IwbU2IQYGw?si=47uxkTdFQuCPnA7eASvd6A Listen on 88.3 WUAW every Saturday at 11 and Sunday at 8. On this special broadcast, we feature a lecture that was given byhistory instructor Robert Barnes. The talk, which was delivered on September 7, was a retrospective of the terrorist attacks that occurred on September 11,…
EPISODE 23-14 https://open.spotify.com/episode/0r706hSR2KyjyiCk7xhZLV?si=c28d9ddd412a42d5 Listen on 88.3 WUAW every Saturday at 11 and Sunday at 8. Mike Peluso talks about the various offerings available to those wanting to study Information Technology at Central Carolina Community College. LEARN MORE: PHONE: 919-718-7300 EMAIL: ietech@cccc.edu WEB: Information Technology/Business Systems and Operational Support Information Technology/Network…
EPISODE 23-13 https://open.spotify.com/episode/5yXPwOy9PL2JQNJB6e5zxY?si=69f7cf3bbd914283 Listen on 88.3 WUAW every Saturday at 11 and Sunday at 8. Bill Freeman has a conversation with Tim Emmert, organizer of Carolina Indie Fest, about what it takes to put on a downtown music festival. The two-day event is happening September 29-30 in downtown Sanford. LEARN…
EPISODE 23-12 https://open.spotify.com/episode/5kMvwhbKTzik43gPt5RcnN?si=18513c07c4e8438f Listen on 88.3 WUAW every Saturday at 11 and Sunday at 8. Patricia Anderson and Erin Blakeley discuss the growth of manufacturing jobs in our region, and how Central Carolina Community College is partnering with current companies and incoming companies to train workers for thousands of new…
EPISODE 23-11 https://open.spotify.com/episode/1WlCASkQraMS2c4U7VCkOx?si=2b4736f06c4b4ecf Listen on 88.3 WUAW every Saturday at 11 and Sunday at 8. A forum with prominent area business leaders was held on March 30, 2023. These women represented areas including education, business, medical, and legal. The topic of discussion revolved around issues that women deal with in…
EPISODE 23-10 (ENGLISH/INGLÉS) https://open.spotify.com/episode/3ZyU3qfOOHNyIzQnzDqjAV?si=43a169bc5c214ce8 EPISODE 23-10 (SPANISH/ESPAÑOL) https://open.spotify.com/episode/4o7ojXU1IFb6hILaxoYfbc?si=129df8a418224496 Listen on 88.3 WUAW every Saturday at 11 and Sunday at 8. Claudia Farnandez, Anita Green, and Ashley Byrd discuss the various offering of Central Carolina Community College's College and Career Readiness (CCR) program, which includes: Adult high school High School Equivalancy…
Making friends after high school is always difficult. Your high school friend group is separated as everyone heads off to college. College is a time to discover who you are. Finding like-minded people can be somewhat of a challenge. It is helpful to get involved in different clubs and organizations.…
As this semester ends, I am elated and mostly thankful for this opportunity to expand my knowledge about social media marketing and how to manage a podcast. What I enjoyed most in the Social Media class with Mr. Brucker was pre-production for the podcast. Whether that be recording the opener…
Hey all! It's your girl, "Special K," or Kat if you know me in real life :) So, this semester is almost over--just four more days to go! I am going to be honest and say that I don't want to write this blog post. Maybe it's because I don't…
(Credit title to Aretha Franklin may she rest in peace) Often times, I have random conversations with my classmates on everything from local events to our favorite (insert category here). Whether they are in their teens or later 40s/50s, we all find something that we have in common that takes…
https://open.spotify.com/episode/7uj4uvtdFXwNHVMd5EL0c9?si=jl49oG7aQDqd2TxKWa_dPw EPISODE 23-09 Listen on 88.3 WUAW every Saturday at 11 and Sunday at 8. Mello Hughes talks with Chef Regina Minter of the Culinary and Hospitality Arts program at Central Carolina Community College about various opportunities for students. FURTHER INFORMATION: (919) 718-7510 https://www.cccc.edu/culinaryarts/ https://www.facebook.com/CCCulinaryInstitute/ show less
https://open.spotify.com/episode/2BrRQVYOEbe4pwoETFVmfz?si=1143e26867c54814 EPISODE 23-08 Listen on 88.3 WUAW every Saturday at 11 and Sunday at 8. Mary Schmid Carter, the College Access Coordinator for Central Carolina Community College, talks about how high school students residing in Chatham, Lee, or Harnett County can take college classes for FREE through the Central Carolina…
https://open.spotify.com/episode/56Pr7L0Wdzm1PI6ZwHlaKd?si=pIZV81kDRFaULl2NjyYlpQ EPISODE 23-07 Listen on 88.3 WUAW every Saturday at 11 and Sunday at 8. Bryson Lyons interviews local real estate agent John Ramsperger about the growth of the city of Sanford, including upcoming developments. The Lee County Chamber of Commerce is part of the Sanford Area Growth Alliance. They…
Things to make you ponder: Hello everyone. I have been watching a ton of YouTube and TikTok lately and they have sparked some interesting thoughts and questions lately. It is no secret that man has never been able to explore the very bottom of the ocean; and, due to the…
https://open.spotify.com/episode/5nCO6KUZFrHyxwRLFSeYb2?si=LPeLXq7oQy-SVM2N-yp_cg EPISODE 23-06 Listen on 88.3 WUAW every Saturday at 11 and Sunday at 8. In this episode: Dazia McLean talks about upcoming events for students in April and May of 2023, as well as the opportunities for students to run for positions with the Student Government Association. Learn more…
This is an interesting way to start this blog. . . but, just follow me. As a parent and someone who works with teenagers, I witness a lot among the youth. The things that are being said amongst them, the way that a lot of the "no-no's" are being told…
4.9 billion people across the world use social media. Facebook and Instagram are responsible for around half of all revenue generated by social networking apps. Social media has evolved into a natural part of our everyday lives. Businesses, CEOs, college students, moms, and even pets use social media on a…
https://open.spotify.com/episode/02t8QBRNtO1wn1nDHX4Yfd?si=FiWD1YvqQRaIQ0Dz3yBhOg EPISODE 23-05 Listen on 88.3 WUAW every Saturday at 11 and Sunday at 8. Gwen Collins, the site director for the Dunn Center, also oversees activities for the Dunn Senior Center, one of the several offerings provided on the campus. We talk with her--as well as with Shameka Harper,…
https://open.spotify.com/episode/3Gc2DjABP1GyOH8meKIduq?si=b0993e93774a480c EPISODE 23-04 Listen on 88.3 WUAW every Saturday at 11 and Sunday at 8. Photographer Matt Ramey is working on doing a photo essay about the city of Sanford and its people during 2023. He's looking for people and places that he can photograph to tell the entire story…
Today is National Make Up Your Own Holiday Day, so I decided that March 12 would(at least for me) be National Relaxing Day. The reason is because it is the day after Daylight Saving Time. Does anybody ever go on Twitter and look at fast food or tv show accounts?…
https://open.spotify.com/episode/7GqcJERAVtxkCJ2X5zpPr4?si=SPyhscy2RveJUK-lQpEyNw EPISODE 23-03 Listen on 88.3 WUAW every Saturday at 11 and Sunday at 8. This episode highlights the major points of the State of the State address delivered by Governor Roy Cooper on Monday, March 6, 2023--as well as from the Republican Response delivered by Lieutenant Governor Mark Robinson.…
Hi guys! My name is Asia Kiniel, I am a BPT student. When I joined, I had no idea of what I would be getting into and for a bit the uncertainty was daunting. After meeting my teachers and seeing the course load, I began to feel right at home.…
https://open.spotify.com/episode/0CCdresbrG4B5fmFhx2BzK?si=21d7cc42f6b840e8 EPISODE 23-02 Listen on 88.3 WUAW every Saturday at 11 and Sunday at 8. A discussion about the ways that the Student Government Association helps to provide advocacy for and activities for students at Central Carolina Community College. Guests include President Regional Spinks, Vice President Emilie Obregon, Lee County…
Hey everyone! My name is Bryson Lyons and I'm a first-year student at CCCC! I'm studying radio right now in the BPT program! I'm very excited to be on the staff for Central Carolina Journal! A few things about me; I do a radio show on our sister station, 90.5…
Hello! My name is Katerina Medina, and I am currently attending Central Carolina Community College. I started attending CCCC last August as a Broadcasting Production student, am I am deciding whether or not to get a degree or just a diploma. I would really like to attend a film school…
EPISODE 22-14 Listen on 88.3 WUAW every Saturday at 11:30 and Sunday at 8:30. Justin Pedley speaks about what it takes to become a Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) through the Veterinary Medical Technology program at Central Carolina Community College. The program also operates "Cougar Pets," a no-kill animal shelter that…
EPISODE 22-13 Listen on 88.3 WUAW every Saturday at 11:30 and Sunday at 8:30. Members of the Lillington Area Chamber of Commerce discuss the significance of the Chamber, as well as upcoming events--including Cape Fear Fest (happening September 23-24, 2022) and the "Run, Run Rudolph" 5K (happening December 10, 2022).…
EPISODE 22-12 Listen on 88.3 WUAW every Saturday at 11:30 and Sunday at 8:30. A conversation with Tim Emmert of Hugger Mugger Brewing about preparations for Carolina Indie Fest--a free music event that's happening September 23-24 in downtown Sanford. The schedule of events and links to scheduled artists' Spotify channels…
EPISODE 22-11 Listen on 88.3 WUAW every Saturday at 11:30 and Sunday at 8:30. A conversation with Dakota Philbrick of Chatham County NC Homeless Shelters (aka "Love Chatham"), discussing how the homelessness situation manifests in Chatham County; what is being done about it; and, how you can support their work.…
EPISODE 22-10 Listen on 88.3 WUAW every Saturday at 11:30 and Sunday at 8:30. Our "Rickie Tan" speaks with Amy Noel, a Veterans' Service Officer for Harnett County. Learn about the services they offer at harnett.org/veterans or at 910-893-7574. https://open.spotify.com/episode/039QC63GrMdjRnDTuRAGHj?si=Om1UgyBGTOCkhR9jzeGLtA
EPISODE 22-09 (and appendix) Listen on 88.3 WUAW every Saturday at 11:30 and Sunday at 8:30. On this episode: we feature the Broadcasting Production Technology program (they're the ones that make this podcast possible!). A roundtable with instructors Kassandra Lyles, Bill Freeman, and Fred Brucker about their broadcasting careers; the…
EPISODE 22-08 Listen on 88.3 WUAW every Saturday at 11:30 and Sunday at 8:30. On radio, we aired the debate between Pat McCrory and Mark Walker that happened on April 14, 2022. (Ted Budd declined to participate.) To respect the generosity of Capitol Broadcasting Company, who produced the debate and…
EPISODE 22-07 Listen on 88.3 WUAW every Saturday at 11:30 and Sunday at 8:30. A roundtable discussion on the offerings of the Chatham Health Sciences Center, with discussion on both curriculum and continuing education programs. Guests include instructors Diane Johnson, Tiffany Needham, and Melissa Fogarty. Information about programs offered at…
EPISODE 22-06 Listen on 88.3 WUAW every Saturday at 11:30 and Sunday at 8:30. A conversation with Dr. Lisa Smelser, Biotechnology Programs director at Central Carolina Community College. The discussion focuses on various bioscience companies in (or coming to) Central North Carolina and the types of jobs available from these…
EPISODE 22-05 Listen on 88.3 WUAW every Saturday at 11:30 and Sunday at 8:30. Governor Roy Cooper visits Central Carolina Community College to host a roundtable with CCCC president Dr. Lisa Chapman. With them are recipients of the Longleaf Commitment Grant, which provides monies for high school seniors to cover…
EPISODE 22-04 Listen on 88.3 WUAW every Saturday at 11:30 and Sunday at 8:30. In this episode: "Rickie Tan" talks with Chef De-Ven Atkinson ("Chef D") about the Culinary program at Central Carolina Community College--and, in particular, the location he oversees at the Dunn Center Learn about the Culinary program:…
EPISODE 22-03 Listen on 88.3 WUAW every Saturday at 11:30 and Sunday at 8:30. In this episode: we talk with new Harnett County Manager Brent Trout. Press release on his appointment: Brent Trout Named New Harnett County Manager Links for the Harnett County Manager's Office: Manager's Office WebsiteFacebookInstagramTwitterBoard of Commissioners…
EPISODE 22-02 Listen on 88.3 WUAW every Saturday at 11:30 and Sunday at 8:30. IN THIS EPISODE: We talk with Jeff Popka of Indie On Air, organizer of the Wampus Cat Music Festival--coming to Gross Farms May 13-15, 2022. For concert information: https://wampuscatmusicfestival.com/ Follow Wampus Cat on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wampuscatmusicfest Learn…
EPISODE 22-01 Listen on 88.3 WUAW every Saturday at 11:30 and Sunday at 8:30. IN THIS EPISODE: We feature the barbering program, located in the Dunn Center. Guests include barbering instructor, Lee McCullers; and, CCCC alum and owner of the Bearded Goose Barber Shop, Anthony "Biff" Graham. To contact the…