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Old friend. New friend. Two similar stories. Yet, so unique and different. Zach and Joey are two great guys with two interesting stories whose paths and choices led them to homelessness at different points for different reasons. And while their experiences may be similar and yet wildly different, there’s always more to the story than anyone would probably expect or imagine. If we just take the time to ask and listen.

There’s a lot that can be learned by opening up and listening to someone’s story and helping someone discover the artist within. Steve Umberger and Jay Thomas have spent most of their careers doing just that. Sometimes to entertain. Sometimes to educate. Sometimes to inspire, and sometimes to do all three. Check out this latest episode as Steve and Jay share their experience working with a small group from the homeless community to create a play and a documentary film about their very own lives.  

There are heroes in the world and then there are Superheroes. Yes, Superheroes really do exist. Kenya Joseph is one of them. She’s and advocate, a business owner and, along with her incredible partners, heads not one but TWO non-profits in Charlotte that help provide services and support to homeless individuals and families and so many others in need. So, come hang out with us. Along the way, I’ll introduce you to Mr. Gene. Just one of the many amazing spirits living amongst us here in the city.

Life is full of surprises. Sometimes people come into your life and you don’t expect them to have such a significant impact on you and how your life moves forward. That’s what happened when I met Shenique Carmichael and the entire gang from Leah’s Hopes & Dreams. The work they do to support our community is immeasurable and Shenique's story alone is worth listening to. Get to know Shenique along with another friend and neighbor in the community.

As of December 31, 2021, there were approximately 2,884 homeless people in Charlotte, NC. There are a lot of amazing people working tirelessly here in The Queen City to help provide support. I’m hoping we can get to know some of these folks and what they’ve been experiencing in this new time we’re living in. In this brand new episode, I talk with David Palmer, former lead singer for Steely Dan, and song writer for Carol King. David uses his incredible photography to help tell some of the stories that are happening with our homeless friends and neighbors right in the neighborhood where he lives. 

Writers. Some of the most famous and unrecognizable unsung hero’s of show business. Without whom we could not enjoy the incredible art form of film, television and theater. This guy is one of most dedicated, hardest working artists I know. It’s David Cornue! David is the Creator/Writer/Executive Producer of TRIAGE for ABC, as well as Writer/Consulting Producer for an Apple TV+ series with Robert Downey Jr. He’s the writer of several award winning short films as well as the sports comedy, #Lucky Number.