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Chick Chat: George Clooney, Snooki and Juicing.

Chick Chat delivers all the juicy gossip this month when Mary Margaret and her friends Valerie and Janette get together in The MESH studio. The topic of George Clooney’s recent arrest starts off the show but we squeeze in time to talk about everything from Snooki’s confirmed pregnancy to the Bachelorette, which is currently filming in Charlotte, NC. We also talk about the interesting option of Juice Fasting and detoxing. Grab a glass of wine, turn up the volume and tune out of the real world for a fun episode of Chick Chat… only on The MESH!
Running time: 48 minutes

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Be Holistic! Ep3: Holistic Medicine

On this episode of Be Holistic! Join your hosts Suzanne and Michelle as we discuss holistic medicine, or as Suzanne likes to call it, “complimentary medicine”. Guest host Dr. Elizabeth Beadle joins the discussion to talk about ways to cope with minor and major issues that one may experience, which can often be healed with…

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Quick Trips: Making and Saving Money

Hosts of The Parent Trip, Carol Anne and Mary-Margaret bring you the first “Quick Trip” by talking about ways to both make and save money for children of all ages. With a three piggy bank system and other quick, simple tips, your hosts help make parenting money-savvy kids just a little bit easier.

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Footcandle Films 12: The Artist

“The Artist” won some of the biggest Academy Awards, including Best Picture, Best Actor and Best Director.  But was it any good?  Alan and Chris talk about the film, and along the way get into one of their biggest disagreements since the podcast series started.  Luckily, they make up afterwards to discuss some movie news,…

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Education Matters 8: Education Matters Extreme STEM Tour

This episode of Education Matters brings a round table discussion featuring your hosts Tracy Hall and Lamar Mitchell with guests Dale Mull, president of Flowers Baking Company in Newton, NC; Carol Moore, science curriculum coordinator of Catawba County schools; and Karen Cale, career and technical education director for Catawba County schools. These panelists engage in a discussion involved the recent Education Matters Extreme STEM Tour that took place in Catawba County during the month of March. The tour provided a five-day period that brought 1400 8th grade students and staff behind the scenes of science, technology, engineering and math focused occupations. The mission of this program was to introduce students to a growing sector of the workforce that will provide them greater opportunities than what the may realize. Join the talk on Education Matters as we discuss the affects programs such as the Education Matters Extreme STEM Tour has on young people and their education.
Running Time: 47 min

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Bleeding Blue: NCAA Tourney Special

The boys are back after a heart breaking loss in the ACC finals, but with big hopes for the NCAA tourney. Find out what your hosts, Wes and Tarheel Danny, predict for each division and the final four. Does NC State deserve a bid? How far will Florida State make it on their ACC high? Why did BYU get put in that bracket? Bleeding Blue also touches on some other notable Tarheel sports … the good news and the bad. You don’t want to miss this special episode of Bleeding Blue as they talk about their favorite time of year. Get your brackets ready… its NCAA tournament time! Let’s go Heels!

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New Stuff 5: March 2012, Facebook, iPad & Roku

On this month’s episode of New Stuff, your host Lee Yount is joined by guests Dan, Mary-Margaret and Becky to talk about the latest in technology. First, we dive into the Facebook changes that are rolling out; with the addition of the timeline feature to business pages, how will it affect users? We discuss the release of the new iPad and have a brief discussion about the differences between Steven Jobs and Tim Cook- to very different personalities representing an iconic brand. New Stuff also talks about the rise in popularity of Internet-based entertainment that is made available through devices such as the Roku. Learn about our favorite apps, websites and useful New Stuff on this month’s episode… only on The MESH!

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Footcandle Films 11: My Week With Marilyn

“My Week With Marilyn”, starring Michelle Williams and Kenneth Branagh, was nominated at this year’s Academy Awards for both Best Actress and Best Supporting Actor.  Did either of these two actors deserve to win, did the film deserve more accolades than it received, or was it overrated?  Alan and Chris discuss “My Week With Marilyn”…

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Mike Is Speaking… About Popularity

In this episode of Mike is Speaking, Mike invites a panel of teenagers to tackle the issue of popularity. With so much pressure for teens to scrape their way up the totem poll, gaining popularity along the way, the struggles and difficulties of being “popular” are often portrayed in the media but seldom discussed in real-life situations. While everyone compares themselves to other people, how does this behavior affect teens today? What are the consequences of constantly striving to be more popular? Tune in to this month’s episode of Mike Is Speaking to find out how Mike and his panel tackle the infinite cycle of seeking popularity as teenagers.
For more information about Mike is Speaking, or for questions, comments and concerns, visit www.Mikeispseaking.com or become a fan at facebook.com/mikeisspeaking.

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Storytime Station: Butterflies + Eskimos

On this episode of Storytime Station, Board Member for the March of Dimes Foothills Division, Margaret Jackson, joins us to read a tale of unlikely friendship and extravagant quests. Butterflies + Eskimos is a story written by Erika Everett Yeaman and follows the unlikely pair of Bu and Mo as they take a journey filled with excitement, friendship and family. Butterflies + Eskimos is a beautifully illustrated children’s book filled with imagination, color and a message sure to inspire even the tiniest of listeners.
For more information about the March of Dimes, visit www.marchofdimes.org. To learn more about Author Erika Everett Yeaman and the book, visit her websites at www.everettyeaman.com or www.butterfliesandeskimos.com.

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