Founder & CEO of Current Initiatives Jason Sowell returns to the pod! He joins host Corey Easterday to discuss 15 years of hope dealing through Current, the vision & mission behind Current’s Laundry Project, Affordable Christmas, & Hope For Homes initiatives, the roles that dignity & empowerment play, & why the “how” is just as important as the “what” when it comes to serving others. Corey & Jason also chat about the growth of Current over 15 years, the human impact behind over 25,000 families served & more than 2.5 million pounds of laundry washed across 18 states & 61 cities, what it means to empower someone to be the hero of their own story, & so much more.   Follow Current Initiatives on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, & Threads (@engagecurrent). Learn more about Current Initiatives: engagecurrent.org. Follow Jason Sowell on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, & Threads: (@jasonsowell). Learn more about Jason Sowell: jasonsowell.com.   Follow The EasterPod on Instagram, Twitter,  Facebook, and Threads. Subscribe wherever you get podcasts and be sure to leave a Rating & Review.   Original Podcast Music by Cory Heddleston of Speak Seldom (@speakseldom - Instagram, Facebook). Mixed & Mastered by David Caplinger of Soothsayer Audio (@soothsayeraudio - Instagram, Facebook)   Production: Token (@token.brand - Instagram & Threads, tokencreative.co)  

Associate Director of Family Empowerment for SchermCo Mathu Gibson joins host Corey Easterday to discuss making the transition from pursuing his NFL & CFL career to becoming an educator, the social-impact work he does through SchermCo, what it means to help others become their truest selves, & the way he encourages through his content & general demeanor. Corey & Mathu also chat about the power of rest & vulnerability, the importance of community listening & working with communities in a dignifying & empowering manner, favorite places to travel, & more. Follow Mathu Gibson on Instagram (@historynthamakn) & Twitter (@wisdomintheroom). Learn more about Mathu Gibson and check out the content he has created. Learn more about SchermCo: https://scherm.co.   Follow The EasterPod on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook. Subscribe wherever you get podcasts and be sure to leave a Rating & Review.   Original Podcast Music by Cory Heddleston of Speak Seldom (@speakseldom - Instagram, Facebook). Mixed & Mastered by David Caplinger of Soothsayer Audio (@soothsayeraudio - Instagram, Facebook)   Production: Token (@token.brand - Instagram, tokencreative.co)  

Musicians Tyler Talbott & Nick Talbott (The Talbott Brothers) join host Corey Easterday to discuss their latest acoustic tour, how each show is a unique & special experience, the importance of developing a personal connection with the audience, & how they discovered a newfound resiliency both personally & musically while finding beauty in the flaws. Corey & The Talbott Brothers also chat about their friendship origin story, merging public/personal & creative personas to become your authentic self, Dumb & Dumber quotes, & more. Follow The Talbott Brothers on Instagram, Twitter, & Facebook (@talbottbrothers). Learn more about The Talbott Brothers: thetalbottbrothers.com. Listen to The Talbott Brothers on Spotify, Apple Music, Youtube, & wherever you get your music.   Follow The EasterPod on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook. Subscribe wherever you get podcasts and be sure to leave a Rating & Review.   Original Podcast Music by Cory Heddleston of Speak Seldom (@speakseldom - Instagram, Facebook). Mixed & Mastered by David Caplinger of Soothsayer Audio (@soothsayeraudio - Instagram, Facebook)   Production: Token (@token.brand - Instagram, tokencreative.co)

Owner & Founder of Plant Therapy Alicia Martin joins host Corey Easterday to discuss her lifelong love of plants, how she works to foster that same love in others, the therapeutic nature of plants & how they can improve lives, plant care tips, & how every plant is unique. Corey & Alicia also chat about building community & collaborating with other businesses, why she loves educating others about plants, a mutual love of plant puns, her work on an audio drama podcast, & more.   Follow Plant Therapy on Instagram & Facebook (@planttherapyclt). Learn more about Plant Therapy: planttherapyclt.com   Follow The EasterPod on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook. Subscribe wherever you get podcasts and be sure to leave a Rating & Review.   Original Podcast Music by Cory Heddleston of Speak Seldom (@speakseldom - Instagram, Facebook). Mixed & Mastered by David Caplinger of Soothsayer Audio (@soothsayeraudio - Instagram, Facebook)   Production: Token (@token.brand - Instagram, tokencreative.co)

Singer/Songwriter, Musician, & long time staple of the Ohio music scene Cody Martin joins host Corey Easterday to discuss his journey from metal band to mellow tunes, his songwriting & creative process, the influences & themes behind his music, & being authentic as an artist. Corey & Cody also chat about growing up in the Ohio music scene, Cody’s first time in Charlotte, paying your dues as an artist, not being afraid to create & share your ideas, the beautifully maddening game of Qwirkle, & more.   Follow Cody Martin on Instagram, Facebook, & Twitter (@codyjmartin). Learn more about Cody Martin: codyjmartinmusic.com. Listen to Cody J Martin on Spotify, Apple, & wherever you get your music.   Follow The EasterPod on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook. Subscribe wherever you get podcasts and be sure to leave a Rating & Review.   Original Podcast Music by Cory Heddleston of Speak Seldom (@speakseldom - Instagram, Facebook). Mixed & Mastered by David Caplinger of Soothsayer Audio (@soothsayeraudio - Instagram, Facebook)   Production: Token (@token.brand - Instagram, tokencreative.co)    

Artist, Dancer, Community & Cultural Connector, & one of the Founding Members of Namaste Artists CLT Shefalee Patel joins host Corey Easterday to discuss growing up as a second-generation Indian in America, her commitment to connecting with others & sharing her culture through art, & the work of empowering other creatives through collaboration. Corey & Shefalee also chat about the arts community in Charlotte, her passion for folk dancing/visual art, & the importance of building bridges.   Follow Shefalee Patel on Instagram (@artshefalee). Follow Namaste Artists CLT on Instagram (@namasteartistsclt). Learn more about Shefalee Patel: shefalee.art   Follow The EasterPod on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook. Subscribe wherever you get podcasts and be sure to leave a Rating & Review.   Original Podcast Music by Cory Heddleston of Speak Seldom (@speakseldom - Instagram, Facebook). Mixed & Mastered by David Caplinger of Soothsayer Audio (@soothsayeraudio - Instagram, Facebook) Production: Laird Creative Agency

Owner & Founder of GohJo Studios Andy Goh joins host Corey Easterday to discuss his love of podcasting, the vision behind GohJo Studios, podcasting trends, how he works to empower podcasters, and the advice Andy would give to anyone looking to start a podcast. Corey & Andy also chat about Andy’s recent cross-country road trip, favorite TV shows, & why every person’s voice matters. Follow Andy Goh on Instagram  & Twitter . Follow GohJo Studios on Instagram. Learn more about GohJo Studios: gohjostudios.com   Follow The EasterPod on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook, and don’t forget to Rate, Review, and Subscribe. Podcast + Interview Intro Music: “You Got Me” by Speak Seldom (@speakseldom - Instagram, Facebook) Podcast Outro Music: "Back To You" by Speak Seldom Production: Laird Creative Agency - Instagram, Facebook

Artist, Musician, & Owner of Days Under Sun Coffee Tecoby Hines joins host Corey Easterday to discuss a shared love of music & coffee, the themes prevalent throughout his latest album “Days Under Sun”, & the vision behind Days Under Sun Coffee. Corey & Tecoby also chat about the NBA, what it was like on Tecoby’s latest tour, & the role of faith & community in everything that Tecoby creates. Follow Tecoby Hines on Instagram & Twitter (@nahitstecoby). Follow Days Under Sun Coffee on Instagram (@daysundersuncoffee). Listen to “Days Under Sun” on Apple & Spotify. Learn more about Days Under Sun Coffee: dayundersun.com Follow The EasterPod on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook, and don’t forget to Rate, Review, and Subscribe. Podcast + Interview Intro Music: “Days Under Sun” by Tecoby Hines Podcast Outro Music: "91 Rodman" by Tecoby Hines Production: Laird Creative Agency - Instagram, Facebook

Dr. Keith Cradle is a Community Engagement Specialist, Cultural Arts Advocate, Podcast Host, Executive Director of Camping With Cradle, & more. He joins host Corey Easterday to discuss the various ways he works to empower, engage with, & advocate for people in the Charlotte community, including his nonprofit Camping With Cradle & his podcast Crafted With Cradle. Corey & Keith also chat about mutual pop culture loves, how Charlotte can grow into a more equitable place for all, & the importance of consistency & self-care.   Follow Camping With Cradle on Instagram Follow Crafted With Cradle on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter. Listen to Crafted With Cradle on Apple & Spotify. Follow Keith Cradle on Instagram & Twitter Learn more about Camping With Cradle: campingwithcradle.org Learn more about Keith Cradle: keithcradle.com   Follow The EasterPod on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook and don’t forget to Rate, Review, Subscribe.   Podcast + Interview Intro Music: “You Got Me” by Speak Seldom (@speakseldom - Instagram, Facebook) Podcast Outro Music: "Back To You" by Speak Seldom Production: Laird Creative Agency - Instagram, Facebook

Megan Easterday makes her triumphant return to The EasterPod! She joins her husband and host Corey Easterday to discuss working as a business owner & photographer with Easterday Creative, practicing self-care & resilience, & learning how to innovate as a creative. Megan also talks about the joy of working with her clients & collaborating, becoming more ingrained in the Charlotte community, & why her ultimate goal is to empower each individual she captures through her lens.   Follow Easterday Creative on Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest (@easterdaycreative). Learn more about Easterday Creative: easterdaycreative.com   Follow The EasterPod on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, (@theeasterpod) and don’t forget to Rate, Review, Subscribe   Podcast + Interview Intro Music: “You Got Me” by Speak Seldom (@speakseldom - Instagram, Facebook)   Podcast Outro Music: "Back To You" by Speak Seldom