Author: Alan Ball

Sometimes a Story Needs a Little Flowers

A Morning Chat with Greg and Audra on Carolina AM

Carolina A.M. begins with Greg thinking it’s time for the weeknight show, “Not the News.”  Audra sings us into the morning while Greg admits to having to remember all the flowers he adds to stories.  Speaking of stories, we hear about his first class “Miss Alaska” experience. Audra tells us how a field trip to the Smithsonian taught her how…

Jamie Foxx to Play Mike Tyson in Series

As seen on Carolina AM

Jamie Foxx will play Mike Tyson.   Talks have shifted from a movie to developing the story into a series.  It’s expected to be available to various streamers. Foxx has been preparing physically for the role since last year. Tyson retired in 2006 but returned to the ring against Roy Jones Jr. last year.  He is most remembered for the 1997…

Florence Gets New Sports Complex

Laura Pence Cohost of Fox Midday News Gives a News Update on Carolina AM

A groundbreaking ceremony was held Monday for a new sports complex in Florence.  The new facility will be built next to the Florence Tennis Center and will have space for youth baseball as well as track and field programs. It will also be home to the Florence Red Wolves baseball team.  Completion is anticipated by the spring of 2022.

Things on Amazon to Help You Chill

As seen on Carolina AM

In today’s Amazon Finds we bring you some things to bring chill out with.   A no spill water bowl good for you and your dog. The Lumoleaf dog bowl feeds enough water and slows down your pet’s drinking and helps to avoid gulping.  It’s $17. The Pure Enrichment Pureglow salt lamp has the Pink Himalayan salt rocks, two bulbs,usb ports,…

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…