• Saltwater Collection
    Jul 26 2024

    UPCOMING BOOK SIGNING: Thursday, August 1st, 4-6pm
    Coastal Home Store
    13500 NC Hwy 50, Ste 101
    Surf City, NC 28445

    Celebrate the beauty of the North Carolina coast with Faith Teasley and her brand, Saltwater Collection, featuring her stunning debut coffee table book, “Saltwater: Coastal Carolina”. In this episode, we explore the heartwarming stories of summers spent at “The Cottage” in Pamlico with her Grandma Betty who spurred her passion for the Carolina coast and photography. Her decade-long labor of love captures the entire North Carolina coastline, from the picturesque Brunswick Islands to the dramatic aerial views of Cape Fear and the stunning Outer Banks. Featuring nearly 200 curated film photographs, this book is a must-have for coastal lovers everywhere.

    Website: saltwatercollection.com
    Email: hello@saltwatercollection.com
    Find and Follow Saltwater Collection on Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, and TikTok!

    Topsail Insider is Sponsored by Saltwater Suites & Resort - Topsail Island’s premier luxury hospitality experience! Book your beach getaway today at SaltwaterTopsail.comor call (910) 886-4818!

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    45 mins
  • Blue Ridge Boutique
    Jul 19 2024

    From dreaming of one day owning a “boutique by the sea” as a little girl growing up in West Virginia to realizing that dream in Surf City, North Carolina, Simran Canterberry has managed to balance motherhood, a thriving online business, and the opening of her Blue Ridge Boutique storefront, complete with its own app! She’s an energetic businesswoman with a big smile and a big heart. In this episode, she shares her family history, her passion for family and fashion, and all the ways you can shop and save at Blue Ridge Boutique.

    Address: 108 Charlie Medlin Dr, Unit D, Surf City, NC 28445
    Phone: (910) 233-2311
    Hours: Mon-Sat, 10am -5pm
    Website: blueridgeboutique.com
    Instagram, Facebook, VIP Facebook Group

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    53 mins
  • Salt Marsh Market
    Jul 12 2024

    Garrett and Brandy Shaver join Christa today to talk about their unique Surf City shop in the popular Triton Village: Salt Marsh Market!

    Whatever you’re craving, Salt Marsh Market has something to satisfy! They offer NC craft beer in the bottle and on tap, wine and refreshing wine slushies, coffee, organic smoothies, the BEST shakes made from gelato, Grab & Go lunches, and unique snacks. If you don’t feel like cooking tonight, pick out one of their Take & Bakes, charcuterie plates, or cookies and breads baked fresh daily!

    There’s so much more to discover at Salt Marsh Market! Take a listen, then give them a visit and explore!

    Address: 100 A Charlie Medlin Dr, Surf City, NC 28445
    Phone: (910) 802-0900
    Email: info@saltmarshmarket.com
    Follow Salt Marsh Market on both Facebook and Instagram

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    Topsail Insider is edited by Jim Mendes-Pouget.
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    39 mins
  • Funky Fins: Eco Education For Curious Minds
    Jul 5 2024

    Looking for fun, outdoor activities to enjoy quality family time away from devices? Trudy hosts this episode offering the perfect solution for locals and visitors alike.

    Join us for a fun conversation with Chris Lener, the Marine Biologist and Educator behind Funky Fins: Eco Education for Curious Minds. Chris shares her journey from the Jersey Shore to North Carolina, detailing the education and teaching experiences that led to the engaging adventures she now offers in the Topsail area. From shark tooth hunting and marsh and beach exploration to fish printing and kayak tours, Chris's programs foster a deep connection to the ocean, promote environmental awareness, and create impactful experiences for families and future generations.

    Email Chris: funkyfinsonti@gmail.com
    Find and Follow Funky Fins on Facebook and Instagram!
    Buy Tickets at www.tickettailer.com/events/funkyfins
    Text/Call: (203) 512-4936

    Topsail Insider is Sponsored by Saltwater Suites & Resort - Topsail Island’s premier luxury hospitality experience! Book your beach getaway today at SaltwaterTopsail.com or call (910) 886-4818!

    Topsail Insider is also Sponsored by Surf City Line! Come out for Beachin’ Bowls, Margaritas, and Live Music, and enjoy your meal on their top deck with Ocean Views!
    Visit SurfCityLineNC.com for their full food, bar, and brunch menus!

    Topsail Insider is edited by Jim Mendes-Pouget.
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    50 mins
  • TRUE Word, Faith for LIFE! with Dr. Shawn Greener
    Jun 28 2024

    Have you ever wondered how to find the strength to carry on after a life-changing accident or event? Well, get ready to be inspired. Today, we are speaking with Dr. Shawn Greener, the host of the TRUE Word, Faith for Life! podcast. Dr. Greener's incredible journey includes a distinguished career in the US Navy, law enforcement, CIA, and leading an executive protection firm. He is an expert in terrorism, counterterrorism, personal protection, survival, and high-level threat assessment. But his life took a dramatic turn when he survived a head-on collision at 91 mph! He now lives with a life-threatening aortic aneurysm that no surgeon can correct, constant pain, and numerous other health challenges, yet he continues to inspire through his testimony, podcast, books, and teachings.

    Email: smgreener@gmail.com
    Subscribe to the TRUE Word, Faith for LIFE! podcast on YouTube and don’t forget to ring that notification bell so you don’t miss a single episode!
    Be sure to also Follow on Facebook, X (Twitter), Instagram, and Quora!

    You can also find BEAUTIFUL nature photography by Dr. Greener at https://shawnm-greener.pixels.com/.

    Topsail Insider is Sponsored by Saltwater Suites and Coming June, 2024 - Saltwater Resort! Saltwater Suites - Topsail Island’s premier luxury hospitality experience!
    Book your beach getaway today at SaltwaterTopsail.com or call (910) 886-4818!

    Topsail Insider is also Sponsored by Surf City Line! Come out for Beachin’ Bowls, Margaritas, Live Music, and enjoy your meal on their top deck with Ocean Views!
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    2 hrs and 9 mins
  • Surf City Jet Ski & Watersports
    Jun 21 2024

    It’s time to get off that beach blanket and speed down the Intracoastal Waterway with Surf City Jet Ski & Watersports! Trudy Solomon hosts this exciting episode, interviewing owners Houston and Katie Lowder. Their business offers summertime fun with jet ski rentals for freestyle riding within a nine-mile stretch, the largest freestyle area in North Carolina! Or enjoy a guided jet ski adventure tour south to see the best parts of the Cape Fear Region from the water. If you want to slow things down, you can enjoy paddleboarding, kayaking, and the new this year, paddle board yoga!

    In addition to their watersports business, Katie and Houston have recently expanded their ventures by acquiring a furniture store in Sneads Ferry, now Lowder's Furniture.

    Learn more and book your adventure at SurfCityJetSkiRentals.com!
    Location: 512 Roland Ave, Surf City, NC 28445 on Topsail Island
    Phone: 910-899-8606
    Email: surfcityjetskirentals@gmail.com
    Find and Follow them on Facebook, Instagram, and Trip Advisor!
    Also visit Katie & Houston’s new furniture store, Lowder’s Furniture!

    Topsail Insider is Sponsored by Saltwater Suites & Resort - Topsail Island’s premier luxury hospitality experience! Book your beach getaway today at SaltwaterTopsail.com or call (910) 886-4818!

    Topsail Insider is also Sponsored by Surf City Line! Come out for Beachin’ Bowls, Margaritas, and Live Music, and enjoy your meal on their top deck with Ocean Views!
    Visit SurfCityLineNC.com for their full food, bar, and brunch menus!

    Topsail Insider is edited by Jim Mendes-Pouget.
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    43 mins
  • Ocean City Jazz Festival
    Jun 14 2024

    This episode of Topsail Insider is co-hosted by Leah Norman from Topsail Talk and highlights the Ocean City Jazz Festival with special guest, Mr. Kenneth Chestnut. As a resident and the son of one of the Ocean City’s founders, Kenneth shares the history of Ocean City and explains how the Jazz Festival started and why it’s “jazz with a higher purpose”.

    The Ocean City Jazz Festival has Grammy-nominated performers and promises unique activities, including a history walk, a bourbon tasting, and a jazz mass under the tent.

    Don't miss this episode, a blend of history, culture, and music that showcases the enduring legacy of Ocean City and its jazz festival.

    Website: https://oceancityjazzfest.com
    Mailing Address: PO Box 1207 Sneads Ferry, NC 28460-1207
    Phone: (910) 459-9263

    Follow them on their Social Media accounts:
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OceanCityJazzFestival
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ocjazzfest/
    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@oceancityjazzfest

    Topsail Insider is Sponsored by Saltwater Suites & Resort - Topsail Island’s premier luxury hospitality experience! Book your beach getaway today at SaltwaterTopsail.com or call (910) 886-4818!

    Topsail Insider is also Sponsored by Surf City Line! Come out for Beachin’ Bowls, Margaritas, and Live Music, and enjoy your meal on their top deck with Ocean Views!
    Visit SurfCityLineNC.com for their full food, bar, and brunch menus!

    Jim Mendes is my incredible, rockstar editor who works his magic to make Topsail Insider sound great! Learn more about Jim's services here: http://bit.ly/PodcastsByJim.
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    1 hr and 10 mins
  • Web Designs Your Way
    Jun 7 2024

    In this episode, we chat with Evelyn Wheeler, co-owner of Web Designs Your Way with her husband Chad. Their company offers essential digital services, including web design, maintenance, security, and social media management. We explore their transition to WordPress, addressing initial security concerns and highlighting its user-friendly and affordable nature.

    Web Designs Your Way provides flexible, interest-free payment plans and exceptional customer service, guiding clients from start to finish.

    We also discuss Coastal Masterminds, a Small Business group initiated by Evelyn and other Topsail Chamber ambassadors, aimed at solving small business challenges in the Greater Topsail area.

    Website: webdesignsyourway.net
    Email: Evelyn@webdesignsyourway.net
    Phone: (910) 830-3108

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    Topsail Insider is Sponsored by Saltwater Suites & Resort - Topsail Island’s premier luxury hospitality experience! Book your beach getaway today at SaltwaterTopsail.com or call (910) 886-4818!

    Topsail Insider is also Sponsored by Surf City Line! Come out for Beachin’ Bowls, Margaritas, and Live Music, and enjoy your meal on their top deck with Ocean Views!
    Visit SurfCityLineNC.com for their full food, bar, and brunch menus!

    Jim Mendes is my incredible, rockstar editor who works his magic to make Topsail Insider sound great! Learn more about Jim's services here: http://bit.ly/PodcastsByJim.
    Jim Mendes-Pouget | jimpouget@gmail.com

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    50 mins