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Gaston Speaks

Gaston County Public Library

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Gaston Speaks is produced by the Gaston County Public Library for the Gaston County community and beyond. We cover upcoming releases, local history, library events, and more! This is a podcast for your community, from your library.
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A podcast dedicated to promoting and supporting local artists and musicians in the Gaston County and surrounding areas. Every week, we talk with local artists, musicians, entrepreneurs and local leaders in an effort to provide a deeper connection and understanding between artists and audience. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theroostergastonia/support
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Gaston's Great

Steven Long

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Welcome to "Gaston's Great," the podcast that delves into the dynamic world of non-profits and leadership in Gaston County, North Carolina! I'm your host Steven Long, and I'm excited to guide you through the inspiring stories, impactful initiatives, and visionary leaders who are making a difference in our community. In each episode, "Gaston's Great" shines a spotlight on the dedicated individuals and organizations that contribute to the social fabric of Gaston County through their work in th ...
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MIC DIAZ PRESENTS JAM SESSIONS: VALENTINE’S SPECIAL Friday, February 12 at 8 PM [ LIVE PERFORMANCES ] We are getting closer and closer to Valentine’s Day. Get you Valentine’s Day weekend started with a love serenade ready to get you in the mood! Featuring some of SoCal’s best local artists performing your favorites, tonight’s show is very special. Whether you are with your significant other or not, let our SoCal musicians and vocalists chase your worries away and make you feel warm and fuzzy ...
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At the time of this interview Dr. Hildebran has worked at Gaston Animal Care and Control for nearly 3 years. She is a former spay neuter surgeon for Gaston Low Cost Spay Neuter Clinic. This interview is one of our most highly informative episodes on reasons to spay or neuter your pet.بقلم Stephanie Rauch
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AJ Conde is a promoter in the Carolina's music scene and one of the founders of Carolina Headbangers. Michael talks with AJ about this year's 6th Annual Carolina Headbangers Ball taking place Saturday, October 19th, 2024. https://linktr.ee/Carolina_Headbangers https://linktr.ee/theroostergastonia --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify…
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Send us a text In this enlightening episode, we sit down with representatives from the Gaston Literacy Council to explore their vital mission of promoting literacy and education in our community. Join us as we discuss the impactful programs they offer, the challenges they face, and how everyone can play a role in fostering a culture of reading and …
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Time for another episode of We're Booked Up! Join Kendall, Andrew, and Angelique as they discuss Silent City, a noir thriller by Alex Segura. After listening, leave a comment here or head over to the Off the Shelf blog and tell us what you think. And be sure to check out hoopla and all its digital offerings! Music provided by: https://www.purple-pl…
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This week we talk with Stephen and Joe from Midnite Massacre, who you can see live at The Rooster at the 6th Annual Carolina Headbangers Ball on 10/19/24 as well as 11/1/24 at our 'After' Halloween Party! With great stage presence and a theatrical approach to their music, these guys are a really fun live show! https://www.facebook.com/MidniteMassac…
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Send us a text In the conclusion of our two-part series, Rodney Freeman and Mark Taylor share powerful stories of impact and the challenges Bountiful Blessings faces in serving the community. Join us as we explore the future of their mission and how they continue to bring hope through their weekly food distributions. FACEBOOK 🔊 Thank you for listen…
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Kennon Knight is a life-long artist and musician and is also the host of our 1st Sunday Drum Circle, which takes place on the 1st Sunday of the month at 4pm. Kennon talks about the history of Drum Circles and the many uses of them from therapy, to education to build community building. Check it out then come to the next circle!https://www.facebook.…
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Send us a text In this episode of Gaston’s Great, we sit down with Rodney Freeman and Mark Taylor from Bountiful Blessings, a local nonprofit dedicated to making a difference every Thursday by providing food to those in need. In part one of this inspiring two-part series, learn about how Bountiful Blessings was founded, their mission, and the impac…
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Buddy and Jordan join us for an update on what's been going on in the Testarossa camp and the secret to staying relevant on social media... https://www.facebook.com/Testarossarocks/ https://www.youtube.com/ @TestarossaRocks https://linktr.ee/theroostergastonia --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theroostergastonia/supp…
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Send us a text In part two of our conversation with Gaston Together, Leslie Lee and Amia Massey return to dive deeper into their vision for a more connected and collaborative Gaston County. We explore ongoing projects, future goals, and the power of bringing diverse groups to the table to solve community challenges. Don’t miss this insightful conti…
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This week we talk to Peter Ippolito (Home For The Day) and Atticus Lane (Seneca Burns) in advance of the upcoming Make Peace Fest, celebrating 10 years of Home For The Day! Home For The Day: https://linktr.ee/HFTDnc Seneca Burns: https://www.senecaburns.com/ Make Peace Fest: https://theroostergastonia.ticketleap.com/make-peace/details https://linkt…
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Send us a text In this episode of Gaston's Great, we sit down with Leslie Lee, Executive Director, and Amia Massey, Chair of the Board, from Gaston Together. Join us as we discuss their mission of fostering collaboration and unity within Gaston County. Learn about their initiatives that bring citizens, organizations, and communities together to add…
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We're back! And we're the same as ever. For the season 4 premiere of the critically reviewed We're Booked Up, Kendall, Andrew and Angelique discuss Upside Down by Danielle Steel. After listening, leave a comment here or head over to the Off the Shelf blog and tell us what you think. And be sure to check out GastonLibrary.Org and explore what your l…
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Dewayne and Mike from Stink Buggg join us for a fun chat in this highly entertaining (thanks mostly to Dewayne) episode. You can see Stink Buggg live at The Rooster on Saturday, September 21st! https://stinkbuggg.bandcamp.com/ https://linktr.ee/theroostergastonia --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theroostergastonia/s…
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Send us a text In Part 2 of our special episode on Camp Centurion, we continue our conversation with Kenneth Heavner, President, and Joe Dun, Director of the program. They dive deeper into the challenges veterans face when reintegrating into civilian life and the vital support Camp Centurion provides to help local veterans transition smoothly. Join…
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Kirk and Kyle of the Charlotte-based metal band Enemies & Allies join us in advance of their upcoming headlining show on Friday, September 13th. Check it out and get to know the guys a little bit then come see them. You can hear their music and see all of their links here: https://solo.to/enemiesandallies https://linktr.ee/theroostergastonia --- Su…
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Cindi Hastings, our former board treasurer, is now starring in a real estate show, where you might be able to see her on HGTV. To donate to the Animal League's new affordable full-service veterinarian hospital copy and paste the link below: https://algc.harnessgiving.org/campaigns/15507بقلم Stephanie Rauch
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Send us a text In this episode of Gaston's Great, we sit down with Kenneth Heavner, President of Camp Centurion, and Joe Dun, Director, to explore how this vital program is helping local veterans reintegrate into the community. Join us for part 1 of this inspiring conversation about supporting those who have served. WEBSITE FACEBOOK Book of The Wee…
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This week we talk with country artist Zay Grastley who is brining the Southern Soul Boots & Dukes show to The Rooster on Saturday, August 31st. Zay is a Gastonia native who started a music career after more than 14 years in prison and now tours all over the country. Hear his story then come to the show! https://linktr.ee/zaygrastleymusic https://li…
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Send us a text In this episode of Gaston's Great, we sit down with Karen Gipson, the Executive Director of Girls on the Run of Greater Charlotte. Karen shares the inspiring mission of the organization, its impactful goals, and her personal journey that led her to become involved in empowering young girls through this incredible program. Tune in to …
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Jarrett and Mike make up the 2 piece Southern stoner-groove metal band Hellfire 76. They join us for a fun conversation that includes one very entertaining arrest story in advance of their upcoming show on Friday, August 30th at The Rooster. https://hellfire76.com/https://linktr.ee/theroostergastonia --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spo…
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Send us a text In this episode, we sit down with John, the Executive Director of the Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden in Gaston County, NC. Dive into his inspiring journey into the nonprofit world, uncover the garden's core mission, and get a sneak peek into upcoming events and plans that promise to enchant visitors. Whether you're a plant enthusiast …
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Mark Newton, owner of Dallas Lavender Lane Farms joins us to talk about their upcoming Enchanted Fairy Festival and all the awesome events they are hosting on their 40 acre Lavender Farm. https://dallaslavenderlane.com/ https://linktr.ee/theroostergastonia --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theroostergastonia/support…
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Send us a text Join us for the second part of our engaging conversation with Kathleen Finch from the Carolinas Street Art Collaborative. Kathleen shares more insights into the world of street art, discussing the organization's latest projects, community involvement, and the positive impact on local artists. Tune in to hear inspiring stories about h…
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This week we talk to Gray and Jennifer, one half of the indescribable, genre-bending, entertaining band Lords and Liars, who will be live at The Rooster on Saturday, August 17th. Stay tuned until the end of the show to check out the music video for their song "Killdozer" https://www.facebook.com/lordsandliars https://linktr.ee/theroostergastonia --…
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Steve Wray explains how his middle man approach helps non profits. Steve has been a friend of the Animal League since 2020. He is a great visionary and helps people all over the world. If you would like to donate Animal League go to ALGC.ORG or GastonSpayNeuter.Com or call the Gaston Low Cost Vet Clinic at 704-868-4673…
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Send us a text In this episode of Gaston's Great, we kick off a two-part series with Kathleen Finch, the driving force behind Carolinas Street Art Collaborative. Discover how this non-profit organization is making a difference by hosting events that support artists financially, offering scholarships, and organizing family-friendly pop-ups. Kathleen…
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The Coursing is a Nu-Core Metal Band out of the Charlotte, NC area. Their dedication to their craft make them stand out as one of the most entertaining metal bands in the scene. Check out this deep dive with the band, then come see them Friday, August 2nd here at The Rooster. https://linktr.ee/TheCoursing https://linktr.ee/theroostergastonia --- Su…
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Send us a text 🎓✨ Dreams Take Flight at the Dream Center Academy! ✨🎓 In this powerful follow-up episode, we continue our conversation with Roxann from the Dream Center Academy, joined by three inspiring graduates. Together, they share their personal journeys, experiences, and the impact the Academy has had on their lives. Listen in as these graduat…
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Hunter Huss and UNC Chapel Hill Alum, Kris Lang drops in to talk about his experience as a professional basketball player from Gastonia, NC and how his skill and love for the game took him all across the globe. Kris has settled back down in his hometown and invested in this community by opening the Kris Lang Sports Complex, which is home to multipl…
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Send us a text 🎓✨ Dreams Take Flight at the Dream Center Academy! ✨🎓 Join us for a heartwarming and inspiring two-part series as we delve into the incredible stories of three graduating students from the Dream Center Academy. In Part 1, we sit down with these remarkable individuals to explore their journeys, aspirations, and the profound impact the…
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Thomas, Blair, Christian and Brandon from Alpha Strain join us for an engaging and informative episode. Get to know this up and coming metal band that is killing it on stages all over the southeast. https://artistecard.com/Alphastrainnchc#!/bio https://linktr.ee/theroostergastonia --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/th…
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Send us a text In this insightful episode of Gaston's Great, we sit down with Susanna Kavanaugh, the Executive Director of Least of These Carolinas. Located in Gaston County, this remarkable nonprofit organization is dedicated to bridging the gap in the foster care system. Susanna shares inspiring stories and sheds light on the critical support and…
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Kiara and Tim pay us a visit with Missy from Creative Music Management to talk about their upcoming performance at the 2024 Brewstock Music Fest, writing new music and what's been going on since the last time we talked.https://www.instagram.com/dovecageband/https://www.instagram.com/creativemusicmanagementnc/https://linktr.ee/theroostergastonia ---…
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Send us a text In this special Independence Day episode of Gaston's Great, we're celebrating the spirit of freedom and patriotism with a reading of the Declaration of Independence by our very own Steven. Join us as we take a journey back to 1776, honoring the courageous visionaries who laid the foundation for the United States of America. Tune in, …
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Kathy Hodge was secretary of the board of the Animal League when this interview was taken. Kathy brought the "No Cold Pets" program to the Animal League of Gaston County. She transports dogs, fosters cats and is a key person in Room to Run. Please consider making a donation to Room to Run. Our fundraising efforts are primarily focused on our new Lo…
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Send us a text Join us in this inspiring episode of Gaston's Great as we sit down with Kathy, the President and CEO of Catherine's House. Catherine's House is dedicated to providing a safe and supportive environment for women in need. Kathy shares her incredible journey, the mission of Catherine's House, and the impactful work they do to empower wo…
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Send us a text 🎨 Join us for a special celebration! 🎉 This week, we sit down with Joshua Adkins, the dynamic Executive Director of the Gaston School of the Arts, as we mark their 40th birthday! 🎂 Discover the incredible journey of this nonprofit arts hub and how it's been a cornerstone of creativity in our community. 🌟 Joshua shares why arts educat…
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Jackson Harden, a young, talented folk/alt-country artist sits down with us for a talk about his experiences growing up in a Mormon community in Utah, leaving that life behind and traveling east to settle in NC and becoming part of the Charlotte artist community. Jackson has a calming, gentle voice and intricate guitar picking skills, which he show…
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It's the third season finale for We're Booked Up! Kendall, Andrew, and Angelique discuss the best and worst of the books they've read this season. After listening, head over to the Off the Shelf blog and share your thoughts on the episode. And don't forget to sign up for Summer Reading at your favorite GCPL branch! Music provided by: https://www.pu…
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North Carolina's Misfits/Danzig Tribute sit down to talk to us about their upcoming show at The Rooster and what it's like to step into the shoes of one of the most legendary bands in history! https://www.instagram.com/the_mishaps_official/ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556658907815 https://linktr.ee/theroostergastonia --- Support this …
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Joseph and Callie join us for a fun talk about becoming Oh! You Pretty Things, having more than one drummer and their upcoming shows in June and July, here at The Rooster! https://www.instagram.com/oyptmusic/ https://linktr.ee/theroostergastonia --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theroostergastonia/support…
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