Episodes
Jan. 10, 2025
Sea Green Natural Cleaning
Guest: Cathy Mails, Owner of Sea Green Natural Cleaning 2024 Topsail’s Top Choice Awards - 1st Place - Favorite Cleaning Service Meet Cathy Mails, the woman behind Sea Green Natural Cleaning, as she shares how growing up hel…
Jan. 7, 2025
Hidden Ships Distillery
Guests: Andy & Amy Szwejbka, Owners of Hidden Ships Distillery 2024 Topsail’s Top Choice Awards : - 1st Place - Favorite Craft Cocktails - 1st Place - Favorite Full Bar In this episode of Topsail Insider , we meet Andy and A…
Jan. 7, 2025
Bonus Episode - Hidden Ships Tasting with Owner, Andy Szwejbka
2024 Topsail’s Top Choice Awards : - 1st Place - Favorite Craft Cocktails - 1st Place - Favorite Full Bar In this special bonus episode of Topsail Insider , join us for an exclusive tasting experience at Hidden Ships Distill…
Sept. 13, 2024
Friends of James Beard Benefit: An Evening in Coastal North Carolina
SPECIAL EVENT: September 28th at 5:30pm - Reserve your seats today! An Evening in Coastal North Carolina, a Friends of James Beard Benefit Dinner at Beach Shop & Grill in Topsail Beach, North Carolina What does it take to cr…
Aug. 16, 2024
Salty Turtle Cycling Club and their Haunted Hundred Bike Ride
Discover the perfect blend of cycling, community, and conservation with the Salty Turtle Cycling Club! Today, I’m chatting with Jill Schiffelbein, Club Board Member and Chairperson of the Haunted Hundred! Jill shares all you…
Aug. 2, 2024
Acton Academy Topsail
Watch this 15-minute Acton Academy Documentary on YouTube. It provides a strong foundation for our discussion in this episode. After watching, return here to dive into the details. Are you familiar with Disruptive Education?…
July 26, 2024
Saltwater Collection
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 heartwar…
July 19, 2024
Blue Ridge Boutique
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 onli…
July 12, 2024
Salt Marsh Market
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 craf…
July 5, 2024
Funky Fins: Eco Education For Curious Minds
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 M…
June 28, 2024
TRUE Word, Faith for LIFE! with Dr. Shawn Greener
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! p…
June 21, 2024
Surf City Jet Ski & Watersports
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 o…
June 14, 2024
Ocean City Jazz Festival
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 founder…
June 7, 2024
Web Designs Your Way
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.…
May 24, 2024
Part 2 | Saltwater Resort, The Hive, and Cape Fear Ventures
In Part 2, we discuss how and why Richard dove even deeper into the hospitality industry with his new hotel in downtown Wilmington - a luxe little haven called The Hive. It has 15 uniquely decorated suites with an artistic, …
May 24, 2024
Part 1 | Saltwater Resort, The Hive, and Cape Fear Ventures
We have our long-time sponsor and owner of Saltwater Suites, Dr. Richard Stroupe, joining Topsail Insider once again! This time, we’re talking about the Grand Opening of his second Saltwater property, Saltwater Resort! He sh…
May 17, 2024
John Formica, The "Ex Disney Guy"
Today, we’re talking to John Formica, the “Ex Disney Guy”! John, known as "America’s Customer Experience Coach," is a sought-after speaker and business coach who draws on his extensive experience with Disney to help organiza…
May 10, 2024
Shaka Taco, Ironclad Golf & Beer Garden, and More!
Join Christa for this lively and entertaining conversation with Chef Steve Christian and Surfer Cody Leutgens, owners of Shaka Taco! The pair share a series of hilarious and nostalgic stories that will keep you laughing. The…
May 3, 2024
Tiki Tours
It’s Tiki Time! And time for a wonderful interview with Captain Alex, owner of Tiki Tours in Surf City, North Carolina. He has 3 boats, including the iconic "Tiki Queen" ready to take you and yours out to enjoy the water, sh…
April 26, 2024
Pender Pelvic Health and Therapy Services
In this episode, we explore pelvic health alongside Dr. Amanda and Ben Knauff, the dynamic husband and wife team behind Pender Pelvic Health and Therapy Services. Specializing in pelvic health care for all ages, they offer a…
April 19, 2024
The Listening Room at Upstairs Hampstead
Guest Host Trudy Solomon welcomes Danielle Coleman of Upstairs Hampstead back to Topsail Insider to discuss the latest addition to her "For the Community, By the Community" Venue. Danielle has collaborated with local busines…
April 12, 2024
Missiles & More Museum and the Historical Society of Topsail Island
In today’s episode, we’re talking to Laurette Gordon, the Executive Director of the Missiles and More Museum, and Cindy Scaparrotti, the President of the Historical Society of Topsail Island. The Historic Assembly building i…
April 5, 2024
Shuckin’ Shack Oyster Bar - Surf City
Everyone LOVES Shuckin’ Shack Oyster Bar in Surf City - I’m super excited to share this episode with you! Beverly Simas joins me at the mic talking about their awesome steamed and raw Oysters and Clams, a delicious variety o…
March 29, 2024
Outer Sky Imaging
Rich Surace is the owner of Outer Sky Imaging and today’s guest on Topsail Insider! Outer Sky Imaging offers Drone and hand-held photography and videography for Private and Commercial Real Estate and Construction Progression…