The EasterPod

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

Author & Mental Health Advocate Lauren Dow joins host Corey Easterday to discuss her latest book “In Body I Trust”, the process of creating it, & her desire for people to experience authentic self-love, know they are not alone, & find hope, community, & resources through her work. Lauren also talks about being diagnosed with an eating disorder, her personal experience with mental health, & her journey on the road to recovery while advocating for others who suffer in silence from mental health conditions. Preorder “In Body I Trust”. Follow Lauren Dow (@laurendowwrites - Instagram, Twitter, Facebook). Learn more about Lauren Dow & her work: laurendow.com Resources Mentioned: National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Helpline: 1-800-950-NAMI (6264) National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255 National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA) Eating Disorder Foundation Lauren’s List of Resources Project Heal Follow The EasterPod (@theeasterpod - Instagram, Twitter, Facebook). Be sure to Rate & Review the show on Apple Podcasts + Follow/Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts. Podcast Intro Music: “We Got Love” by The Talbott Brothers (@talbottbrothers - Instagram, Twitter, Facebook). Interview Intro Music: "The Epic Conquest Of A Dream" by Elijah Wild Podcast Outro Music: "Decrescendo" by Elijah Wild

Taylor Fraser is the Writer & Director of the new audio drama podcast “Foreward”, which chronicles one family’s story after the tragedy of a school shooting. She joins host Corey Easterday to discuss the process of creating “Foreward” alongside her team, the real life events she experienced that inspired the podcast, how she has been able to heal from her own trauma, & her hopes for the positive impact “Foreward” will have on its listeners. Listen & Subscribe to “Foreward” on Apple, Spotify, & wherever you get your podcasts. Follow “Foreward” (Instagram: @forewardpodcast, Facebook: Foreward Podcast). Learn more about “Foreward”: forewardpodcast.com Follow The EasterPod (Instagram: @theeasterpod, Twitter: @theeasterpod, Facebook: The EasterPod) Podcast Intro Music: “Run No More” by The Talbott Brothers (Instagram: @talbottbrothers, Twitter: @talbottbrothers, Facebook: The Talbott Brothers) Interview Intro Music: "The Epic Conquest Of A Dream" by Elijah Wild Podcast Outro Music: "Decrescendo" by Elijah Wild

Lead Pastor of Citizens Akron James Talbert joins host Corey Easterday to discuss being a church committed to ethnic & generational diversity, the process of planting Citizens, how their community has evolved, & why Citizens makes it a priority to engage in the development of their local neighborhood. The two also have an honest & vulnerable conversation about James’s perspective on issues of race & systemic injustice, including his thoughts on how we can all be a part of combating racism & healing divides. Follow Citizens Akron (Instagram: @citizensakron, Facebook: Citizens Akron) Learn More about Citizens Akron: citizensakron.com Follow The EasterPod (Instagram: @theeasterpod, Twitter: @theeasterpod, Facebook: The EasterPod) Podcast Intro Music: “We Got Love” by The Talbott Brothers (thetalbottbrothers.com) Interview Intro Music: "The Epic Conquest Of A Dream" by Elijah Wild Podcast Outro Music: "Decrescendo" by Elijah Wild

Cory Heddleston is the Lead Vocalist, Guitarist, Keyboard Player, & Songwriter for the band Speak Seldom. He joins host Corey Easterday to discuss Speak Seldom's latest single “Sanity”, the process that went into making it, & how Cory’s personal journey has inspired the music he’s created through Speak Seldom. The two also catch up on life & dive into their personal experiences regarding mental health, faith, playing music, & more. Check out Speak Seldom’s latest single “Sanity” & listen to all of their tracks wherever you get your music. Follow Speak Seldom (Instagram: @speakseldommusic, Facebook: Speak Seldom) Follow The EasterPod (Instagram: @theeasterpod, Twitter: @theeasterpod, Facebook: The EasterPod) Resources/Organizations Mentioned: National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Helpline: 1-800-950-NAMI (6264) National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255 https://www.psychologytoday.com (Find a Counselor) The NAACP Legal Defense and Educational Fund Podcast Intro & Outro Music: “Sanity” by Speak Seldom

Co-Founders of Hope Vibes & local solution cultivators Emmanuel & Adrienne Threatt join host Corey Easterday to discuss their work advocating for the homeless community in Charlotte, what it means to “Give Hope Daily”, & why they are committed to finding creative solutions for those in need. Emmanuel & Adrienne also share their perspective & thoughts on the systemic racial issues our country is working through, including the importance of education & ways we can work together to create sustainable change. Follow Hope Vibes (Instagram: @hopevibesclt, Twitter: @hopevibesclt, Facebook: Hope Vibes) Learn More about Hope Vibes: hopevibes.org. Listen to “Hope Unleashed” on Apple & Spotify. Follow The EasterPod (Instagram: @theeasterpod, Twitter: @theeasterpod, Facebook: The EasterPod) Articles Mentioned: Black Lives Matter Mural – Letter By Letter, Artist By Artist Four NC women: Why I protested Podcast Intro Music: “We Got Love” by The Talbott Brothers (Instagram: @talbottbrothers, Twitter: @talbottbrothers, Facebook: The Talbott Brothers) Interview Intro Music: "The Epic Conquest Of A Dream" by Elijah Wild Podcast Outro Music: "Decrescendo" by Elijah Wild

Goalkeeper for New York City FC Brad Stuver joins host Corey Easterday to discuss life as a pro-athlete right now, why he loves playing soccer, & the commitment he & his wife Ashley have to giving back & helping others wherever they live. Brad also shares important observations & life lessons he has learned through being a player, his work as a coach, & his dedication to community outreach. Plus, Corey receives a much needed education about the game of soccer from none other than Coach Brad himself. Follow Brad Stuver (@brad_stuver) & NYCFC (@NYCFC). Follow The EasterPod on Instagram & Twitter (@theeasterpod). Like The EasterPod on Facebook. Intro Music: "The Epic Conquest Of A Dream" by Elijah Wild Outro Music: "Decrescendo" by Elijah Wild

Host Corey Easterday is joined by longtime friend & fellow sports nerd Brent Barger to break down their thoughts on the new Michael Jordan documentary “The Last Dance” including the comparison between eras, Jordan’s “G.O.A.T” status, new revelations & the human side of Jordan. Then, the two dive into their reactions from the 2020 NFL Draft including an improved outlook for the AFC North, what to make of a stacked skill position draft & the most surprising moments from Round 1. Follow The EasterPod on Instagram & Twitter (@theeasterpod). Like The EasterPod on Facebook. Intro Music: "The Epic Conquest Of A Dream" by Elijah Wild Outro Music: "Decrescendo" by Elijah Wild

Owner & Photographer at LovelyInk Creative Jude Anderson joins host Corey Easterday to discuss her passion for Boudoir Photography & using it as a vehicle to empower clients & build community, her journey to becoming a full time entrepreneur & how opening a studio has transformed her business. The two also chat about Corey’s dad humor, their go-to drinks & creating a great customer experience. Plus, Corey brings back two favorite segments to discuss The Last Dance, the XFL & what he’s currently watching. Follow LovelyInk Creative on Instagram (@lovelyinkcreative). Like LovelyInk Creative on Facebook. Learn More about LovelyInk Creative & Jude’s work: lovelyinkcreative.com Follow The EasterPod on Instagram & Twitter (@theeasterpod). Like The EasterPod on Facebook. Intro Music: "The Epic Conquest Of A Dream" by Elijah Wild Outro Music: "Decrescendo" by Elijah Wild

Founder, President & CEO of Current Initiatives Jason Sowell joins host Corey Easterday to discuss the organization’s evolution, how Current has adapted its Laundry Project initiative to help families impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, what it means to be a Hope Dealer & more. Jason also draws from his experience to offer up some inspiring wisdom & perspective on why it’s important to do what you can to help others & how anyone can be a Hope Dealer in their own community. Follow Current Initiatives on Instagram & Twitter (@engagecurrent). Like Current Initiatives on Facebook. Learn More about Current Initiatives & how to get involved: engagecurrent.org Follow The EasterPod on Instagram & Twitter (@theeasterpod). Like The EasterPod on Facebook. Intro Music: "The Epic Conquest Of A Dream" by Elijah Wild Outro Music: "Decrescendo" by Elijah Wild

Social Editor for The Checkdown Jordan Zirm joins host Corey Easterday for a Cleveland Sports Spectacular where he gives his assessment of the Browns offseason moves & how they fit into the plan for the ‘20-’21 season, discusses the development of the Cavs roster, & more. Jordan also chronicles his journey working in sports media, shares some great advice, & the two take turns reliving their favorite in-person game memories. Plus, as instructed by podcast law, we talk about Tiger King. Follow Jordan Zirm on Twitter (@clevezirm). Follow The Checkdown on Twitter & Instagram (@thecheckdown). Subscribe to Ineligible Man Downfield. Follow The EasterPod on Instagram & Twitter (@theeasterpod). Like The EasterPod on Facebook. Intro Music: "The Epic Conquest Of A Dream" by Elijah Wild Outro Music: "Decrescendo" by Elijah Wild