The EasterPod

Founder & CEO of Do Greater Charlotte, Speaker, Builder, Survivor, & more William McNeely joins host Corey Easterday to discuss the impactful community work of Do Greater & how their incredible team of staff & volunteers empower the next generation of creators, innovators, & entrepreneurs through Sparkhouse Charlotte, Sparkhouse Coffee, & a variety of amazing programs that offer creative, entrepre...

Stand-Up Comedian, Improviser, Host, Producer, & Non-Profit Founder Carol Tyner joins host Corey Easterday to discuss her stand-up comedy approach & artistry, the importance of authenticity in her performance, discovering her creative passions, becoming a professional comedian, what it's like as a woman in comedy, & her creative aspirations (hello future stadium tour!). Corey & Carol also chat abo...

Photographer, Storyteller, Creator of GoodHumans, & Freelance Visionary Andy Weber joins host Corey Easterday to discuss his work documenting inspiring people around the city of Charlotte & their passions through his GoodHumans project, a deep dive into his vision for GoodHumans & how it came to life, how he uses photography to tell stories, inspire, & uplift, the positive impact his work has had,...

Comedian, Actor, Speaker, Writer, & Producer Skylar Schock joins host Corey Easterday to discuss life as a multi, multi-hyphenate including her respective journeys as a stand-up comic, actor, & writer, moving from the West Coast to the Carolinas, creating & producing shows in Charlotte like Group Chat Girlies, Laugh Until You Cry Show, & her creative process & insights. Corey & Skylar also chat ab...

Comedian, Keynote Speaker, & Author Craig Collin joins host Corey Easterday to discuss life as a stand-up comic & 6-time cancer survivor, his comedian origin story, the cool projects he's started like being an author & running an open mic, why he became a keynote speaker who focuses on themes like resilience, & how he uses his story to help others find strength they didn't know they had. Corey & C...

Actress, Singer, & Stuntwoman Analisa Wall joins host Corey Easterday to discuss her journey as a multi-talented performer of stage & screen, her work on major film & TV productions like "Guardians of the Galaxy" & "The Righteous Gemstones", how she became a stuntwoman, & what it's like to be a working actress. Corey & Analisa also chat about the wisdom & insight she's gained from all the time she...

Urbanist, Real Estate Developer at Camp North End, & Retired Pro Soccer Player Tesho Akindele joins host Corey Easterday to discuss his passion for urbanism & building better neighborhoods, how he advocates for more walkable, sustainable, & affordable communities, his work developing the popular Camp North End in Charlotte, his MLS playing career spanning 9 seasons, & his journey to becoming an ur...

Actor, Public Speaking Coach, Voiceover Artist, & Storyteller Brian Lafontaine joins host Corey Easterday to discuss his 30+ year acting career spanning TV, film, commercials, & voiceover work, the art of storytelling across different mediums, how he brings what's on the page to life, the importance of being adaptable, positive, & professional in the entertainment industry, & why it's ok to simply...

Writer, Director, Actor, Producer, Author, & Creator of the award-winning web series "Abnormal Fixation" John Kenneth Muir joins host Corey Easterday to discuss the behind-the-scenes of how he brought Abnormal Fixation to life, his vision for the project, assembling a talented cast & crew, playing lead character Elvis Bragg, Elvis's quest for the paranormal, & Corey's acting debut as the mysteriou...

Musician, Artist, & Creative Billy Mays III joins host Corey Easterday to discuss a "laundry" list of topics including his music project Infinite Third, their shared involvement with Current Initiatives & "The Laundry Project", life as the son of renowned pitchman Billy Mays, his 9+ hour recent album "Holy Noise", & his mission to honor & carry on his father's legacy in ways both meaningful & ligh...

Scott Gilmore and Sarah Vitort are Fox and Bones - energetic offbeat folksters with a retro pop-rock bent who have been setting the world alight with a hand clapping, foot-stomping good time since 2016. The duo from Portland, OR joins host Corey Easterday to discuss their new record "Long Time Honey", the sounds, themes, artistry, and studio process that went into making it, their growth as artist...

1402 is a very talented band from Northeast Ohio composed of musicians Christian, Joel, Lip, & John. While on tour in Charlotte they sat down with host Corey Easterday to discuss how they build a connection with the audience & approach each show, the importance of having fun & not taking music or creativity for granted, stories from their first tour together, & their perspectives on all things mus...

Comedian, Writer, Actor, Filmmaker, Podcaster & so much more Jason Allen King joins host Corey Easterday to discuss Jason's perspective on the art of stand-up comedy, his journey to becoming a professional comedian, why he loves teaching stand-up comedy & cheerleading other comics, & how Jason's class at CATCH empowered Corey to realize his dream of becoming a comedian. Corey & Jason also chat abo...

Goalkeeper for Charlotte FC George Marks joins host Corey Easterday to discuss his journey as a professional soccer player, the path that led him to playing in the MLS for Charlotte FC, & his involvement in the Charlotte community. Corey & George also chat about what it's been like to be a part of Charlotte FC, George's partnership with The Laundry Project, the importance of mental toughness & res...

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...

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...

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 the...

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 p...

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 art...

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 i...

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...

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...

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 mutua...

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 h...

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 jou...