Episodes

  • Loving the Carolinas - Episode 11: Spookiest Spots in NNNC
    Jul 8 2023

    Welcome to "Loving the Carolinas," a podcast about the beauty, history, and culture of the Carolinas. Each week, join us as we take you on a journey through the two great states, North Carolina and South Carolina. From the stunning beaches and the majestic mountains, to the vibrant cities and charming towns, we'll explore everything that makes the Carolinas unique and lovable.

    Hosted by local experts, our podcast features interviews with historians, chefs, artists, musicians, and other special guests who share their love and knowledge of the Carolinas. We'll dive deep into the rich history, discover hidden gems, and uncover the stories behind the famous landmarks and attractions. And of course, we'll also discuss the famous Southern food, music, and culture that make the Carolinas such a special place.

    Whether you're a proud Carolinian, a new resident, or just a curious traveler, join us as we explore everything that makes the Carolinas a one-of-a-kind destination. Tune in to "Loving the Carolinas" wherever you get your podcasts.

    In this episode, we discuss four of the spookiest spots in North Carolina.

    Keith Porter is a Realtor and Teacher in the Charlotte, NC area. He holds a Masters in History and a Bachelors in Elementary Education. Even though he is leaving the teaching profession, the love for educating continues on. This podcast is a way to embrace history and education as it pertains to the Carolinas. He can be reached through email at keith@otsventuresagent.com or by any other method by navigating to https://linktr.ee/otsventuresagent and clicking on the method of communication you desire.

    Liz Porter is Teacher in Rock Hill, SC. She has been teaching Kindergarten for more than ten years and is AMAZING at it (according to her husband, Keith). You can get in contact with her through email at lizporter629@gmail.com if you so desire.

    If you wish to help support us in creating our podcast, consider contributing to our Patreon at:

    https://patron.podbean.com/LovingtheCarolinas

    **Attributions:

    The Intro song to "Loving the Carolinas" is "Carolina Bound" by Grievous Angels and the Outro song is "Deep Friendship" by Lobo Loco.

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    26 mins
  • Loving the Carolinas: Episode 10 -- Biltmore Estate
    Jun 25 2023

    Welcome to "Loving the Carolinas," a podcast about the beauty, history, and culture of the Carolinas. Each week, join us as we take you on a journey through the two great states, North Carolina and South Carolina. From the stunning beaches and the majestic mountains, to the vibrant cities and charming towns, we'll explore everything that makes the Carolinas unique and lovable.

    Hosted by local experts, our podcast features interviews with historians, chefs, artists, musicians, and other special guests who share their love and knowledge of the Carolinas. We'll dive deep into the rich history, discover hidden gems, and uncover the stories behind the famous landmarks and attractions. And of course, we'll also discuss the famous Southern food, music, and culture that make the Carolinas such a special place.

    Whether you're a proud Carolinian, a new resident, or just a curious traveler, join us as we explore everything that makes the Carolinas a one-of-a-kind destination. Tune in to "Loving the Carolinas" wherever you get your podcasts.

    In this episode, we discuss the history of the Biltmore Estate, the largest home in America.

    Keith Porter is a Realtor and Teacher in the Charlotte, NC area. He holds a Masters in History and a Bachelors in Elementary Education. Even though he is leaving the teaching profession, the love for educating continues on. This podcast is a way to embrace history and education as it pertains to the Carolinas. He can be reached through email at keith@otsventuresagent.com or by any other method by navigating to https://linktr.ee/otsventuresagent and clicking on the method of communication you desire.

    Liz Porter is Teacher in Rock Hill, SC. She has been teaching Kindergarten for more than ten years and is AMAZING at it (according to her husband, Keith). You can get in contact with her through email at lizporter629@gmail.com if you so desire.

    If you wish to help support us in creating our podcast, consider contributing to our Patreon at:

    https://patron.podbean.com/LovingtheCarolinas

    **Attributions:

    The Intro song to "Loving the Carolinas" is "Carolina Bound" by Grievous Angels and the Outro song is "Deep Friendship" by Lobo Loco.

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    28 hrs and 8 mins
  • Loving the Carolinas: Episode 9 -- Carowinds
    Jun 20 2023

    Welcome to "Loving the Carolinas," a podcast about the beauty, history, and culture of the Carolinas. Each week, join us as we take you on a journey through the two great states, North Carolina and South Carolina. From the stunning beaches and the majestic mountains, to the vibrant cities and charming towns, we'll explore everything that makes the Carolinas unique and lovable.

    Hosted by local experts, our podcast features interviews with historians, chefs, artists, musicians, and other special guests who share their love and knowledge of the Carolinas. We'll dive deep into the rich history, discover hidden gems, and uncover the stories behind the famous landmarks and attractions. And of course, we'll also discuss the famous Southern food, music, and culture that make the Carolinas such a special place.

    Whether you're a proud Carolinian, a new resident, or just a curious traveler, join us as we explore everything that makes the Carolinas a one-of-a-kind destination. Tune in to "Loving the Carolinas" wherever you get your podcasts.

    In this episode, we discuss the history of Carowinds, the theme park that straddles the border of North and South Carolina.

    Keith Porter is a Realtor and Teacher in the Charlotte, NC area. He holds a Masters in History and a Bachelors in Elementary Education. Even though he is leaving the teaching profession, the love for educating continues on. This podcast is a way to embrace history and education as it pertains to the Carolinas. He can be reached through email at keith@otsventuresagent.com or by any other method by navigating to https://linktr.ee/otsventuresagent and clicking on the method of communication you desire.

    Liz Porter is Teacher in Rock Hill, SC. She has been teaching Kindergarten for more than ten years and is AMAZING at it (according to her husband, Keith). You can get in contact with her through email at lizporter629@gmail.com if you so desire.

    If you wish to help support us in creating our podcast, consider contributing to our Patreon at:

    https://patron.podbean.com/LovingtheCarolinas

    **Attributions:

    The Intro song to "Loving the Carolinas" is "Carolina Bound" by Grievous Angels and the Outro song is "Deep Friendship" by Lobo Loco.

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    25 hrs and 35 mins
  • Loving the Carolinas: Episode 8 -- Racing Culture with Jack McNelly
    Jun 10 2023

    Welcome to "Loving the Carolinas," a podcast about the beauty, history, and culture of the Carolinas. Each week, join us as we take you on a journey through the two great states, North Carolina and South Carolina. From the stunning beaches and the majestic mountains, to the vibrant cities and charming towns, we'll explore everything that makes the Carolinas unique and lovable.

    Hosted by local experts, our podcast features interviews with historians, chefs, artists, musicians, and other special guests who share their love and knowledge of the Carolinas. We'll dive deep into the rich history, discover hidden gems, and uncover the stories behind the famous landmarks and attractions. And of course, we'll also discuss the famous Southern food, music, and culture that make the Carolinas such a special place.

    Whether you're a proud Carolinian, a new resident, or just a curious traveler, join us as we explore everything that makes the Carolinas a one-of-a-kind destination. Tune in to "Loving the Carolinas" wherever you get your podcasts.

    In this episode, we discuss the racing culture in North Carolina with our special guest: Former owner of and current General Manager of the CARS Tour.

    Keith Porter is a Realtor and Teacher in the Charlotte, NC area. He holds a Masters in History and a Bachelors in Elementary Education. Even though he is leaving the teaching profession, the love for educating continues on. This podcast is a way to embrace history and education as it pertains to the Carolinas. He can be reached through email at keith@otsventuresagent.com or by any other method by navigating to https://linktr.ee/otsventuresagent and clicking on the method of communication you desire.

    Liz Porter is Teacher in Rock Hill, SC. She has been teaching Kindergarten for more than ten years and is AMAZING at it (according to her husband, Keith). You can get in contact with her through email at lizporter629@gmail.com if you so desire.

    If you wish to help support us in creating our podcast, consider contributing to our Patreon at:

    https://patron.podbean.com/LovingtheCarolinas

    **Attributions:

    The Intro song to "Loving the Carolinas" is "Carolina Bound" by Grievous Angels and the Outro song is "Deep Friendship" by Lobo Loco.

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    33 mins
  • Loving the Carolinas: Episode 7 -- Columbia, SC
    Jun 3 2023

    ***This episode references a book that was published by Keith on the burning of Columbia by General Sherman during the Civil War. To get your copy, click here:

    The Burning of Columbia by General Sherman

    Welcome to "Loving the Carolinas," a podcast about the beauty, history, and culture of the Carolinas. Each week, join us as we take you on a journey through the two great states, North Carolina and South Carolina. From the stunning beaches and the majestic mountains, to the vibrant cities and charming towns, we'll explore everything that makes the Carolinas unique and lovable.

    Hosted by local experts, our podcast features interviews with historians, chefs, artists, musicians, and other special guests who share their love and knowledge of the Carolinas. We'll dive deep into the rich history, discover hidden gems, and uncover the stories behind the famous landmarks and attractions. And of course, we'll also discuss the famous Southern food, music, and culture that make the Carolinas such a special place.

    Whether you're a proud Carolinian, a new resident, or just a curious traveler, join us as we explore everything that makes the Carolinas a one-of-a-kind destination. Tune in to "Loving the Carolinas" wherever you get your podcasts.

    In this episode, we discuss the history of Columbia, SC.

    Keith Porter is a Realtor and Teacher in the Charlotte, NC area. He holds a Masters in History and a Bachelors in Elementary Education. Even though he is leaving the teaching profession, the love for educating continues on. This podcast is a way to embrace history and education as it pertains to the Carolinas. He can be reached through email at keith@otsventuresagent.com or by any other method by navigating to https://linktr.ee/otsventuresagent and clicking on the method of communication you desire.

    Liz Porter is Teacher in Rock Hill, SC. She has been teaching Kindergarten for more than ten years and is AMAZING at it (according to her husband, Keith). You can get in contact with her through email at lizporter629@gmail.com if you so desire.

    If you wish to help support us in creating our podcast, consider contributing to our Patreon at:

    https://patron.podbean.com/LovingtheCarolinas

    **Attributions:

    The Intro song to "Loving the Carolinas" is "Carolina Bound" by Grievous Angels and the Outro song is "Deep Friendship" by Lobo Loco.

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    23 mins
  • Loving the Carolinas: Episode 6 -- Asheville
    May 28 2023

    Welcome to "Loving the Carolinas," a podcast about the beauty, history, and culture of the Carolinas. Each week, join us as we take you on a journey through the two great states, North Carolina and South Carolina. From the stunning beaches and the majestic mountains, to the vibrant cities and charming towns, we'll explore everything that makes the Carolinas unique and lovable.

    Hosted by local experts, our podcast features interviews with historians, chefs, artists, musicians, and other special guests who share their love and knowledge of the Carolinas. We'll dive deep into the rich history, discover hidden gems, and uncover the stories behind the famous landmarks and attractions. And of course, we'll also discuss the famous Southern food, music, and culture that make the Carolinas such a special place.

    Whether you're a proud Carolinian, a new resident, or just a curious traveler, join us as we explore everything that makes the Carolinas a one-of-a-kind destination. Tune in to "Loving the Carolinas" wherever you get your podcasts.

    In this episode, we discuss the history of Asheville, NC.

    Keith Porter is a Realtor and Teacher in the Charlotte, NC area. He holds a Masters in History and a Bachelors in Elementary Education. Even though he is leaving the teaching profession, the love for educating continues on. This podcast is a way to embrace history and education as it pertains to the Carolinas. He can be reached through email at keith@otsventuresagent.com or by any other method by navigating to https://linktr.ee/otsventuresagent and clicking on the method of communication you desire.

    Liz Porter is Teacher in Rock Hill, SC. She has been teaching Kindergarten for more than ten years and is AMAZING at it (according to her husband, Keith). You can get in contact with her through email at lizporter629@gmail.com if you so desire.

    If you wish to help support us in creating our podcast, consider contributing to our Patreon at:

    https://patron.podbean.com/LovingtheCarolinas

    **Attributions:

    The Intro song to "Loving the Carolinas" is "Carolina Bound" by Grievous Angels and the Outro song is "Deep Friendship" by Lobo Loco.

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    15 mins
  • Loving the Carolinas: Episode 5 -- Charleston
    May 26 2023

    Welcome to "Loving the Carolinas," a podcast about the beauty, history, and culture of the Carolinas. Each week, join us as we take you on a journey through the two great states, North Carolina and South Carolina. From the stunning beaches and the majestic mountains, to the vibrant cities and charming towns, we'll explore everything that makes the Carolinas unique and lovable.

    Hosted by local experts, our podcast features interviews with historians, chefs, artists, musicians, and other special guests who share their love and knowledge of the Carolinas. We'll dive deep into the rich history, discover hidden gems, and uncover the stories behind the famous landmarks and attractions. And of course, we'll also discuss the famous Southern food, music, and culture that make the Carolinas such a special place.

    Whether you're a proud Carolinian, a new resident, or just a curious traveler, join us as we explore everything that makes the Carolinas a one-of-a-kind destination. Tune in to "Loving the Carolinas" wherever you get your podcasts.

    In this episode, we discuss the history of Charleston, SC.

    Keith Porter is a Realtor and Teacher in the Charlotte, NC area. He holds a Masters in History and a Bachelors in Elementary Education. Even though he is leaving the teaching profession, the love for educating continues on. This podcast is a way to embrace history and education as it pertains to the Carolinas. He can be reached through email at keith@otsventuresagent.com or by any other method by navigating to https://linktr.ee/otsventuresagent and clicking on the method of communication you desire.

    Liz Porter is Teacher in Rock Hill, SC. She has been teaching Kindergarten for more than ten years and is AMAZING at it (according to her husband, Keith). You can get in contact with her through email at lizporter629@gmail.com if you so desire.

    If you wish to help support us in creating our podcast, consider contributing to our Patreon at:

    https://patron.podbean.com/LovingtheCarolinas

    **Attributions:

    The Intro song to "Loving the Carolinas" is "Carolina Bound" by Grievous Angels and the Outro song is "Deep Friendship" by Lobo Loco.

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    15 mins
  • Episode 4: Charlotte, NC
    May 16 2023

    Welcome to "Loving the Carolinas," a podcast about the beauty, history, and culture of the Carolinas. Each week, join us as we take you on a journey through the two great states, North Carolina and South Carolina. From the stunning beaches and the majestic mountains, to the vibrant cities and charming towns, we'll explore everything that makes the Carolinas unique and lovable.

    Hosted by local experts, our podcast features interviews with historians, chefs, artists, musicians, and other special guests who share their love and knowledge of the Carolinas. We'll dive deep into the rich history, discover hidden gems, and uncover the stories behind the famous landmarks and attractions. And of course, we'll also discuss the famous Southern food, music, and culture that make the Carolinas such a special place.

    Whether you're a proud Carolinian, a new resident, or just a curious traveler, join us as we explore everything that makes the Carolinas a one-of-a-kind destination. Tune in to "Loving the Carolinas" wherever you get your podcasts.

    In this episode, we discuss the history of Charlotte, NC.

    Keith Porter is a Realtor and Teacher in the Charlotte, NC area. He holds a Masters in History and a Bachelors in Elementary Education. Even though he is leaving the teaching profession, the love for educating continues on. This podcast is a way to embrace history and education as it pertains to the Carolinas. He can be reached through email at keith@otsventuresagent.com or by any other method by navigating to https://linktr.ee/otsventuresagent and clicking on the method of communication you desire.

    Liz Porter is Teacher in Rock Hill, SC. She has been teaching Kindergarten for more than ten years and is AMAZING at it (according to her husband, Keith). You can get in contact with her through email at lizporter629@gmail.com if you so desire.

    If you wish to help support us in creating our podcast, consider contributing to our Patreon at:

    https://patron.podbean.com/LovingtheCarolinas

    **Attributions:

    The Intro song to "Loving the Carolinas" is "Carolina Bound" by Grievous Angels and the Outro song is "Deep Friendship" by Lobo Loco.

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    23 mins