What's Up Wilmington
by Roz Williams and Aly Bleau
Want to live like a local? We're Roz and Aly and we're sharing the inside scoop on how to live your best life in the beautiful coastal town of Wilmington, NC. From the beaches to the breweries, events and historic sites, we're sharing it all (and a bit more). Listen in as we chat with locals, explore hidden gems, and share our favorite spots in the city. We're passionate about bringing the community together and helping you feel at home. Whether you're a long time resident, first time visitor or just wondering what life is like in a beach town - we got you!
Episodes
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49: Q+A with Roz and Aly - Where Should I Live in Wilmington?
We're answering a few of the most common questions we get in our Instagram DMs. Lots of you are asking what to do during your bachelorette weekend in Wilmington. But even more of you are asking where in Wilmington you should live? What are the best areas of town? We're diving into the questions…
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48: New Spots in Wilmington You Need to Visit
We're covering some new spots in Wilmington that have opened in the past few months that should be on your list. From late night dessert spots to a new neighborhood bar and hang out, you'll want to check them out. Whether you're a longtime local looking for a new spot or new to Wilmington and...
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47: Behind the Scenes of Social Coffee Supply
We're sitting down with the co-owner of one of our favorite local coffee shops, Social Coffee Supply! Hear the origin story of Social, the road bumps to opening day, why their merch is just so cool and stay up to date on the fun events they have planned! Learn about the culture that Rachel and…
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46: Best of Wilmington - Hot Takes
The Best of Wilmington list is out and we're chatting about the local spots that made the list - and some who should have. Every year folks get to vote for who they think is best of Wilmington in 182 categories including shopping, dining, attractions and more. Find the full Best of Wilmington…
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45: Our Summer 2024 Wilmington Bucket List
Let's chat about all the things we're doing, have done and want to do this summer. Ranging from putt putt golf to night time LED paddle boarding and finding cocktails and mocktails to knock our socks off - we're sharing all of the things that made it onto our bucket list this summer. It's a great...
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44: Quick Weekend Getaway - What We Did in Raleigh
Let's chat mini vacations! Raleigh is the perfect spot if you're looking for a day trip or a quick mini vacay. It's 2 hours from Wilmington and there's lots to do! We ventured to Raleigh earlier in June and stayed at the gorgeous Heights House - a boutique hotel near downtown Raleigh. We share…
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43: Sharks, Sting Rays and Rip Tides, oh my! Ocean Safety with WB Ocean Rescue Captain Sam Proffitt
Ever wonder what do you if you get caught in a rip tide? Think you know what to do when you see lightning at the beach? Wrightsville Beach Ocean Rescue Captain Sam Proffitt sits down with us to talk all things ocean safety. Wrightsville Beach Ocean Rescue has 90+ guards and want to ensure swimmer...
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42: Revisiting The Summer I Turned Pretty Filming Locations
In celebration of Amazon Prime's The Summer I Turned Pretty returning to Wilmington and Wrightsville Beach aka "Cousins Beach," to film season three, we are revisiting a past What's Up Wilmington podcast episode. We deep dive into some of the filming spots for season one and season two and talk...
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41: Our 10 Favorite Spring Things to Do in Wilmington
Spring has sprung and we're chatting all about our top 10 favorite things to do this spring. Enjoy spending time outdoors and at our favorite local spots before tourist season. From brunches to parks and pickleball - you'll want to bookmark these! Some of the spots mentioned in the ep:...
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40: Cheers to One Year! Lessons Learned, Favorite Moments and What's Next
It's been a whole year and 40 episodes! Thank you for listening and for following along on our adventure of What's Up Wilmington - the Podcast. One year ago we launched the podcast and today we're sharing our favorite memories and lessons learns from the past year! We can't wait for another great...
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39: Weekend Recap + Summer Concert Line Ups: What We Thought of T-Pain, Garden Party and More
We're sharing our favorite moments! Last weekend we got a little unhinged. The millennials were out in full force at Azalea Festival singing "Buy You a Drank" at the top of our lungs at the T-Pain concert and leaving it all out on the dance floor at Garden Party. Let's recap the fun, shall we? We...
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38: All Things Azalea Festival from a Local and a Peak into the Historic Home Tour
Join us on today for a special podcast episode with a guest co-host Amanda Hofmann from WilmingtonMom. Amanda and Aly get the low down on all things Azalea Festival. Azalea Festival is an honored springtime tradition in Wilmington that includes the Queens Coronation, Garden Party, Street…
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37: Visiting Wilmington - Our Guide to Things You Have to Do and See
It's that time! Spring has sprung and whether you are planning a weekend trip or a full on vacation to Wilmington, we're covering the different areas to explore and things to do. We believe that Wilmington has a little something for everyone - from the rich history downtown to the gorgeous lush...
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36: A Local Foodie's Dream Come True - Feast Wilmington Food Festival
Attention local foodies, spend three days tasting and sipping at Wilmington's only food festival dedicated to local restaurants, chefs and breweries - Feast Wilmington held on May 22-24. Jessica Maurer, Feast Wilmington Director joins us to share all the details of this three-day foodie event....
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35: Q+A with Roz and Aly! Our origin story.
Get to know Roz and Aly. We love to sit down and interview local business owners but today we're getting to know each other a little better. We chat about how we met and became friends, why we started the podcast, our college years and more! We talk about our favorite Districts in Wilmington and...
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34: Chatting Yoga, Podcasts and Self Acceptance with Macy Cole
In today's episode we sit down with Macy Cole, co-owner of E-Motion Studio and podcast host of Journey Home. We dig into personal experiences, talk perfectionism and burnout and how we can eventually find our way home. Macy shares her journey from a college athlete to studio owner and what it…
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33: Feeling Your Best in 2024 with Stefanie Roback of Arise Counseling and Therapy
In today's episode we explore how feel your best as we kick off a new year. We chat with licensed mental health therapist and owner of Arise Counseling and Therapy, Stefanie Roback, LCSW, LCAS. In this episode, we're tackling the topic of mental health and how to feel our best in 2024. Stefanie...
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32: One Tree Hill Cast Member Interviews
We have a unique and exciting episode today. A little retrospect on our time with the cast of One Tree Hill at the latest Friends With Benefit Charity event in November. We go behind the scenes with some noteable cast members and learn about their favorite places in Wilmington and what they love...
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31: A Fun Foodie Convo with Dailey Dines Together
Want to know the scoop on the most popular restaurants in Wilmington? How about finding those local hidden gems? Get into all things local food (and small business) with us in this episode. We sit down and chat with our friends Abbi and Bert Dailey, local food bloggers who are documenting their...
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30: Wilmington Gift Guide
It's that time of year - we're buying gifts for friends, family, kids, coworkers and more. We've got the ultimate local gift guide to everything you'd want in Wilmington and where you should be shopping. There are so many places to get unique holiday gifts - we're covering gift suggestions for...
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29: Our Favorite Local and Personal Holiday Traditions
In today's epsiode we cover all the things you need to know about celebrating the holidays in Wilmington. Whether you love holiday lights, shopping local markets, or festive events, we think you'll find something to get you feeling all warm and glowy inside. At the end, we're announcing two...
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28: Exploring the Cargo District
Today we're talking about one of the coolest spots in Wilmington - Cargo District. We explore the quirky local shops where you can find unique gifts and locally made goods. We share our favorite places to eat and give you the down low on the best burgers, good drinks, coffee and more! Follow…
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27: HGTV Star Karen E Laine Talks Good Bones and Her Next Project in Wilmington
We are thrilled to have Karen E Laine in the studio to chat all things unscripted TV. She shares about her time on the HGTV Series, Good Bones - a series where Karen and her daughter, Mina Starsiak set out to revitalize their hometown of Indianapolis one property at a time. We laugh about the…
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26: Tips for Practicing Self Care in Wilmington
In this episode we chat about our favorites ways to re-set when we're feeling stressed. When life gets busy we're finding practical, helpful and even some indulgent ways to get back to feeling good. We're sharing our tips for practicing self care in Wilmington. From therapy to massages, facials,...
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25: Top 10 Fall Things to Do in Wilmington
Join us as we cover our Top 10 list of things to do this fall in Wilmington. We are sharing our favorites from ghost walks to spooky movie nights and the best festivals in the area, you'll want to save these for when you are feeling like getting into the Fall mood. STAY TUNED for two bonus fall...
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24: Podcast Pep Talk with Tyler and Chris, hosts of the Whiskey + Wisdom podcast
In today's episode we sit down with Tyler and Chris, the hosts of the Wilmington-based Whiskey and Wisdom podcast and founders of The Cargo District studios. Ever wonder what it takes to start a podcast? Tyler and Chris chat about how they started their podcast, how they are making podcasting and...
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23: How to Meet the Cast of One Tree Hill at Local Charity Events with Rae Agostino, Founder of Friends With Benefit
Today to usher in Season 2, we welcome back one of our most popular guests from Season 1 - Rae Agostino. Rae chats all things One Tree Hill and Friends with Benefit charity events. With the upcoming Holiday in Wilmington weekend - aka Friendsgiving and the charity basketball game that went viral…
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22: We launched a podcast! Season One Crash Course with Roz and Aly.
Y'all. Season one was a blast. We talked about everything from ice cream treasure hunts, drinking beer in Leland, the best Airbnbs in Wilmington and how to survive your first hurricane season in North Carolina. We are so grateful to have you along on this journey. Thank you for supporting us on...
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21: Come Play: Founder and CEO of Recess, Bevin Prince on Life, Resiliency and Taking Chances
You might recognize her from One Tree Hill, or from her heart pumping spin classes, at her studio, Recess by Bevin Prince. Trust us, you won't want to miss this heartfelt look at Bevin's story and hear how she tackles any challenge and opportunity that comes her way. You'll walk away motivated…
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20: 10 Ways to Stay Active in Wilmington
The weather is cooling down and it's the perfect time to get outside! We have a special guest in the studio today helping us cover the Top 10 Ways to Stay Active in Wilmington. Bonus - alot of these are free and are great ways to meet other people in Wilmington! Helpful links: Captain Bills -...
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19: Hurricane Season, What You Should Know
We're officially in hurricane season in North Carolina. This week we're covering things you should know and how to get prepared. Hurricanes bring heavy rains and strong winds but there are ways to get in check before the storm even makes landfall. Be sure to check out the resources below…
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18: On Air with Michaela Batten, Radio Show Host, Podcaster, and Entrepreneur
Today's episode is part of a double feature! This week we're packed full on fun as we sit down in the studio with Michaela Batten. Michaela is the co-host of a popular morning radio show and wears many many hats including being a mom of two boys, a podcaster and local entrepreneur. AND her latest...
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17. Conversations with Colby Byrd, Creative Director and Owner of Shelton Metal
This week we have a very special guest, Creative Director, Founder and Owner of Shelton Metal, Colby Byrd. Colby is an artist who has been a staple on the Wilmington scene for 10 years. We dive in to an intimate conversation with Colby about his travels to Italy that inspired his signature look,...
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16. Five Non-Boring Date Ideas in Wilmington
In this episode, we're sharing our top 5 ideas for a fun date in Wilmington. Whether you're looking for something romantic, adventurous, or just plain fun, we've got you covered! One of our top choices: BlueSurf Restaurants is one of our favorite local restaurants. With two locations, each with...
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15: Local Restaurants We're Loving Right Now and the Weekend Rundown
This week we give you a rundown of how we spent a quick weekend with family in town. Spoiler alert - it's alot of eating at great local restaurants. In this episode we highlight some of the local places we're loving! For more follow along on Instagram at @whatsupwilmington
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14: The Summer I Turned Pretty Film Locations in Wilmington
Wilmington has been a hub for movie making and filming tv shows for the past few decades. This week we're talking about The Summer I Turned Pretty, the new Amazon Prime Video series based on the YA novel of the same name by Jenny Han. The show follows Belly Conklin, a 16-year-old girl who spends...
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13: Kid-friendly Things to Do in Wilmington with Wilmington Mom
It's summer and we're talking all things fun! Join us as we chat with the Wilmington Mom, a local blogger and mom of two who knows all the best kid-friendly things to do in Wilmington and beyond. We'll talk about her favorite kid-friendly restaurants, playgrounds, parks, and upcoming events....
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12: New on the Scene, Leland Brewing Company with Chris LaCoe and Nick Floyd
This week we have two Wilmington and Leland OGs in the studio. Chris LaCoe and Nick Floyd are co-owners of one of the area's newest destination breweries - Leland Brewing Company. Don't miss our conversation about what it's really like to start a brewery and why Leland Brewing Company will be a...
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11. Making Friends in Wilmington and Launching a What's Up Wilmington Community
This episode contains TWO exciting announcements! But first, we dive into why living near the ocean is better for your brain and how we're fighting off our tired girl era. We also tackle on of the most questions that come in through our DMs: How do you make friends as an adult? We have some great...
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10. Fourth of July Fun in Wilmington, Carolina Beach and Southport
This week we are giving you the low down on all the ways to celebrate 4th of July around Wilmington, Carolina Beach and Southport. We chat about fireworks, the NC 4th of July Festival and some unique ways to spend the holiday weekend. DON'T miss our announcement at the end for an EPIC giveaway…
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9. Where to Stay in Wilmington + Wrightsville Beach
It's summer and that means time for vacation - or a staycation! We are sharing our personal recommendations for the best places to stay in Wilmington and Wrightsville Beach. Whether you're looking for luxury, history, or a beach vacation, you're sure to find the perfect place. Join us as we chat...
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8: The Groove Market with Abby Moody
Want the inside scoop on one of the best ways to spend a Saturday in Wilmington?We're chatting with Abby Moody, the owner of Groove Market. This carefully curated monthly pop up market is an experiential event with music, food, vendors and more. Abby shares the behind-the-scenes of what it takes…
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7. Q+A: What to Do in Wilmington
Dive into a Q+A episode with us. We're answering some of your most commonly asked questions right here on the podcast. Join us as we share our thoughts on what Wilmington might be missing, what to do when your vacation gets rained out and what to known before heading to the beach. Listen in for…
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6. Our Wilmington Summer Bucket List pt. 2
We're back sharing more of our Wilmington Summer Bucket List. From shagging, exploring local parks and trails, the country's best donuts and movies at the lake - we round out our list with all the things we want to do. Listen in for some great ideas on where to eat + drink outdoors, where to find...
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5. One Tree Hill Conversation with Rae Agostino, Founder of Friends with Benefit
In this episode, we talk all things One Tree Hill with Rae Agostino, the Founder and Executive Director of Friends with Benefit (FWB). FWB is a non-profit raising money for charities through amazing experiences with the One Tree Hill Cast members and featured musicians. Listen in on why One Tree...
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4. Our Wilmington Summer Bucket List Pt. 1
It's almost Summer and we're sharing the things on our Wilmington Summer Bucket List! We each picked a handful of MUST DO's this summer and we're talking about them in this episode so you can follow along on the adventure. There were too many great things on our Bucket List to share in just one...
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3: Ice Cream Conversations with Wes from Boombalatti's
Get a behind-the-scenes look into one of Wilmington, NC's most beloved local businesses. Wes Bechtel, owner of Boombalatti's Ice Cream joins us in the studio and shares how he is putting a new spin on a local ice cream shop. From the local artist series, crazy flavors and even the viral gift card...
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2. Q+A: Living in Wilmington
Dive into a Q+A episode with us. We're taking some of the most popular questions we get on Instagram and answering them in this episode. Join us as we share our advice for people moving to the area, our current favorite places to grab a drink and some kid-friendly places to check out. Our fun…
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1. Get to Know Us
Welcome to the very first episode of What's Up Wilmington - the podcast. We're so glad you are here! In this episode, we share a little about ourselves, why we moved to Wilmington and some of the reasons we love it here. You'll hear our inspiration for the podcast and what to expect in upcoming...
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What's Up Wilmington Trailer
Hi friends! We're Roz and Aly, co-hosts of the What's Up Wilmington Podcast. We're two friends living in the beautiful beach town of Wilmington, North Carolina. In this podcast we'll explore all of the hidden gems, get behind-the-scenes with local business owners and talk tips for everything you...
About this show
Want to live like a local? We're Roz and Aly and we're sharing the inside scoop on how to live your best life in the beautiful coastal town of Wilmington, NC. From the beaches to the breweries, events and historic sites, we're sharing it all (and a bit more). Listen in as we chat with locals, explore hidden gems, and share our favorite spots in the city. We're passionate about bringing the community together and helping you feel at home. Whether you're a long time resident, first time visitor or just wondering what life is like in a beach town - we got you!
Hosted by
Roz Williams and Aly Bleau