Shoresides
A local solutions journalism podcast by and for BIPOC communities in coastal North Carolina. Through news stories, interviews, updates, and special programs we keep you engaged with local news from across the region.
Episodes
51 episodes since 2020
The Power of Housing: Tackling Chronic Homelessness in Wilmington
In this episode of Shoresides, we sit down with Dr. Thomas M. Dalton, founder of Eden Village in Wilmington, North Carolina. Dr. Dalton discusses the growing issue of chronic homelessness in New Hanover County and how housing is the cr...
September 12, 2024
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16:00
Building Inclusive Communities: Housing Solutions for Neurodiverse Adults and Seniors
In this episode of Shoresides, we dive into the housing challenges faced by neurodiverse individuals and seniors in Wilmington, NC. Dr. Robert Ferber, retired physician and president of Independent Wor...
September 12, 2024
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Season 4
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Episode 10
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16:34
Beyond Survival: Housing, Healing, and Hope for Human Trafficking Survivors in Coastal North Carolina
In this episode of Shoresides, we delve into the often-overlooked reality of human trafficking survivors in coastal North Carolina. Join host Nick Magrino as he interviews Dawn Ferrer, Executive Director of
September 03, 2024
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Season 4
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Episode 9
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9:24
Rent Burden: Navigating Brunswick County’s Housing Crisis
This episode of Shoresides delves into the growing affordable housing crisis in Brunswick County, North Carolina. We sat down with Sally Learned of Brunswick Partnership for Housing ...
August 20, 2024
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Season 4
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Episode 8
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8:18
Wilmington Marijuana Arrests Persists Despite Changing Laws
Unsure about North Carolina's changing marijuana laws and whether you can still get into trouble? You're not alone. That's why Shoresides is analyzing police records to uncover who’s still being penalized for marijuana possession and why.
August 08, 2024
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Season 4
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Episode 7
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9:50
Shibumi: Throwing Good Shade
Hosted by Rend SmithFeaturing Johanna F. Still of The Assembly <...
July 22, 2024
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Season 4
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Episode 6
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23:26
Leandro: Funding New Hanover Schools Falling Short
In this episode of "Leandro: Funding in New Hanover Falling Short," we delve into the ongoing challenges and implications of the Leandro court case for New Hanover County schools. Join us as we interview Rebecca Trammel of
July 10, 2024
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Season 4
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Episode 5
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9:12
Surprising Health Risks Associated with Hair Relaxer Products Marketed to Black Girls and Women
This episode features an insightful conversation with journalist Linda Villarosa, focusing on her New York Times Magazine article, "
July 02, 2024
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Season 4
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Episode 4
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32:41
North Carolina Agency Warns Anglers About Poisoned Fish
Hosted by Rend SmithFeaturing Melba Newsome, a veteran freelance journalist with more than 20 years of experience reporting on environmental news.Mus...
May 25, 2024
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Season 4
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Episode 3
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25:13
International teachers fill gaps amid teacher attrition
Hosted by Rend SmithFeaturing Claudia M. Rivera Cotto of Enlace Latino NC Music by PenguinMusic – Better Day f...
May 06, 2024
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Season 4
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Episode 2
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13:53
North Carolina Shrimping: Facing an Existential Crisis
Hosted by Rend SmithFeaturing Johanna F. Still of The Assembly <...
April 14, 2024
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Season 4
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Episode 1
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19:01
Shoresides Weekly News Round Up
This is the SHORESIDES Weekly News Roundup. We look at the top stories impacting the coastal region. According to a recent release from the University of North Carolina Wilmington their ,Watson College will introduce a Bachel...
October 17, 2023
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Season 3
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Episode 4
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2:16
Shoresides Weekly News Round Up
This is the Shoresides Weekly News Roundup for October 9th, 2023. We look at the top stories impacting the coastal region. According to a recent story in the
October 09, 2023
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Season 3
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Episode 3
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4:50
3 Chambers Festival coming to coastal region
We speak with documentary filmmaker Chris Everett about his upcoming 3 Chambers festival. A festival that digs into the intersection of Black culture, hip-hop, martial arts, and anime through by presenting artistic events. It takes ...
September 14, 2023
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Season 3
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Episode 2
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57:41
Loneliness in New Hanover County North Carolina
Loneliness is tough, and it has real consequences for our health and life span. The pandemic certainly didn’t help with social isolation and broken routines. We went out into New Hanover County, North Carolina to learn how people exper...
August 08, 2023
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Season 3
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Episode 1
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9:49
A Day in the Life: Mayor Sharon Harker
"Here we are in 2022 and we're still hearing those milestones being made. Yes, it is sad that you still have the firsts still being done. But what's rejoiceful is that it's coming..." Shoresides does a day in the life of a mayor. In this episod...
July 12, 2022
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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26:19
'We All Need a Place to Live'
In Carteret County, North Carolina finding affordable housing is getting tougher. Forty percent of renters and twenty-two percent of households report that they are having a tough time with the rising cost of housing. In this episode, we ...
April 13, 2022
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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13:57
Wellness Check: Carteret County
As a mental health crisis surges nationwide, we examine how folks in the coastal North Carolina county of Carteret are affected. Three local therapists provide us with insights into handling the emotional challenges linked to the pandemic. <...
January 27, 2022
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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26:04
Black Leaders in Columbus County Work Toward Equity in COVID-19 Vaccinations
Today, producer Brea Hampton takes us back to a COVID-19 vaccine drive that happened in Tabor City, Columbus County in March. She speaks with Ashlei McFadden, who's been aiding vaccination efforts - like the drive in Tabor City. McFadden says t...
June 08, 2021
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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11:57
Andrew Brown & What's Happening in Elizabeth City, Now
Shoresides spoke with community organizer and Elizabeth City local Quentin Jackson about what is happening in Elizabeth City as the community responds to the police killing of Andrew Brown.
April 28, 2021
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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18:44
Is It Enough?: Reflecting On 2020's Attempts At Cultural Remediation And The Gullah/Geechee Nation
Though unaffiliated with Gullah/Geechee culture, a number of restaurants and food brands in Charleston, South Carolina used their name for decades. This year, several of these businesses finally underwent rebranding.In 2020, we've heard...
December 22, 2020
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7:24
First Time Voters In Brunswick County
The Shoresides Team spoke with first time voters ages 30, 18, and 41 at the polls in Brunswick County, North Carolina about why they voted this election season. Here's what they had to say...
October 31, 2020
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1:45
¿Por qué es importante votar?
"Nos hemos ganado ese derecho a ser votantes y que es un privilegio ejercerlo, y así como ha sido una responsabilidad, es un privilegio que vale la pena ejercer." Victoria Garcia Velazco es la fundadora de VIDA Familiar Latina Maga...
October 27, 2020
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4:34
Voting Information For People Who Are Currently And Formerly Incarcerated
Have you been convicted of a felony or currently incarcerated and want to learn about your eligibility to vote in North Carolina?If you have been convicted of a felony or are currently incarcerated, you are eligible to register and vote ...
October 26, 2020
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6:28