Author: Alan Ball

Long Bay Symphony to Perform In-Person Concert Sunday

As seen on Carolina AM

Dr. Charles Evans of the Long Bay Symphony talks with Audra about this weekend’s performance of “Sravinsky’s, The History of a Soldier.”  This will be the symphony’s first in person concert since the pandemic.  Streaming  options are available for the 4 p.m. show Sunday at First Presbyterian Church in Myrtle Beach.  Tickets can be purchased on their website or by…

Greg and Audra Unbox Laughing Yoga

As seen on Carolina AM

Laughing yoga is making its way into main stream work places.  It’s often led by an instructor.  Instead of laying on mats for traditional yoga, participants exhale with laughter. The body does not distinguish between laughing from a joke or making laughing sounds.  Audra and Greg give it a try.

Goofing Off Boosts Creativity

Today is National Goof Off Day. Before you blow it off, give it a thought. Tech companies have been utilizing it for years to boost productivity.  They’ve discovered some of the best work happens when people are given a chance to play around. Research has shown productivity benefits of a “creative pause,” which is a time for the brain to…

Laughing is a Dose of Medicine

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They say laughter is the best medicine. This is the day to take yours. it’s National Laugh Day.  Medicine includes the treatment and prevention of disease.  When it comes to laughing, studies show it boosts our immune system, relieves tension and helps us relax.  It also has physical benefits as it engages the abs, arms and facial muscles. Ten minutes…

National Chocolate Caramel Day with Barefoot Bistro!

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Patti Hilton of Barefoot Bistro shares her favorite recipes including homemade caramel that goes with well, just about everything chocolate! Microwave Caramels with Sea Salt In a very large microwavable bowl: 1/4 cup butter 1/2 cup Sugar 1/2 cup Brown Sugar 1/2 cup Corn Syrup 1/2 cup Sweet & Condensed Milk 1/2 tsp Vanilla Line a 8 X 8 pan…

‘Bridesmaids,’ Clemson, and a Superhero Fail

A Morning Chat on Carolina AM

The funny and not so funny.  On this National Laugh Day, Audra shares one of her go-to movie clips for a laugh out loud one!  B.J. Kinard fills in for Greg and explains a recent, not-so-funny experience.  Oh, and B.J. sets Audra straight on what is and not a superhero.

Take More Breaks to Get More Done

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If you find yourself in weekend mode all the time, it’s time to start taking more breaks.  A lot more.  Research done by North Carolina State University found you’ll have more energy and actually be better at your job if you start taking multiple five minute microbreaks.  If you get called out by your boss, say you’re slacking off for…

Mercy Medicine Offers Health and Dental Services

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Audra talks with Wayne Jackson at Mercy Medicine Free Clinic in Florence.  Mercy Medicine has been serving Florence and Williamsburg counties for more than 25 years. Employees and volunteers come together to provide free medical and dental assistance to low income, uninsured adults without healthcare benefits. Their goal is to maintain a free medical clinic founded on the Christian principles…