Bulldog Dialogue

Douglas Davidson, Darryl Mansel and Noel T. Manning II revisit summer movie memories in volume 2 of the seasonal special for episode 471 of Meet me at the Movies. 

Footage, images, and clips are used by permission for review, parody, critique, and educational purposes. 

All three members are film registered film journalists

Summer Movie Memories Vol. 2: Meet me at the Movies

Bulldog Dialogue 15: Featuring GWU Deans Dr. Robert Prickett & Dr. Natalie Bishop

Today we’ll explore the creation and dissemination of knowledge and dive into the pillars of higher education. Our guests today on Bulldog Dialogue episode 15 are Gardner-Webb’s newest academic deans. Dr. Robert G. Prickett began his role as the dean of the College of Arts & Sciences in January, and Dr. Natalie Bishop was promoted to dean of Gardner-Webb’s Dover Library in February. 

The two join Gardner-Webb President William Downs on this episode of Bulldog Dialogue to share their journeys to GWU, expectations for their posts, and what excites them about life at the Webb.  

We’ll also explore Gardner-Webb on social and offer some opportunities for you to engage in course work at GWU. 


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Here, you will find shows exploring the many aspects of Bulldog Nation. GW students, faculty, staff, alumni and community are thinkers, doers, and world-changers, seeking to advance the frontiers of knowledge, and inspired to make a positive and lasting difference in the lives of those around them. Our guests offer a landscape of diverse thought and engaging discussions covering a wide range of topics impacting our world at home and around the globe.

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Bulldog Dialogue Episode 15

Bulldog Dialogue 16: Celebrating The Big Dance at Gardner-Webb

The Gardner-Webb Women's Basketball team, Big South Champs, will play at No. 2 seed Utah on Friday, March 17th, in the first round of the NCAA Division I Basketball Championships. The Runnin' Bulldogs (29-4), the No. 15 seed in the region, are taking on the Utes (25-4) from the PAC-12 Conference in the inaugural matchup between the two.  GWU President William Downs offers a  deep dive into what’s ahead for this game and how you can celebrate GWU athletics on Episode 16 of Bulldog Dialogue with guests:

GWU Women’s      Basketball Coach Alex Simmons
Marc Rabb, Assistant      Athletic Director for Media Relations
Wes Cogdill, Executive Director of the Bulldog Club
Micahla Funderburk, “6th Woman Award” recipient for Women’s Basketball, Junior, Guard, hometown Charlotte, N.C.

Four of Gardner-Webb's five starters earned All-Big South honors in 2023, led by Player of the Year and Big South Tournament MVP Jhessyka Williams – who needs only three more points to become the second-leading scorer in program history. She is already the third woman in Gardner-Webb basketball annals to reach 2,000 career points, sitting at 2,029 after tying a Big South title game record with 33 points on March 5th.

We’ll also explore some Gardner-Webb news and social happenings.
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Here, you will find shows exploring the many aspects of Bulldog Nation. GW students, faculty, staff, alumni and community are thinkers, doers, and world-changers, seeking to advance the frontiers of knowledge, and inspired to make a positive and lasting difference in the lives of those around them. Our guests offer a landscape of diverse thought and engaging discussions covering a wide range of topics impacting our world at home and around the globe.

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Alma Mater by Hamett & Hamett

GWU Fight Song by Jerry Hill/Bob Decker/Oland Summers

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Bulldog Dialogue 16: Celebrating The Big Dance at Gardner-Webb

On April 22, The Town of Boiling Springs and the University will come together to celebrate Webbstock ’23 with live music, food trucks and arts and crafts vendors on Main St. and the GWU campus. Joining us today on Bulldog Dialogue is Boiling Springs Town Manager, Justin Longino and WebbStock Committee member & VP for Marketing at Gardner-Webb, Richard McDevitt.

 

We’ll also explore some Gardner-Webb news and social happenings and have an interview with Brandon Kirkley of Cassette Rewind.

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Here, you will find shows exploring the many aspects of Bulldog Nation. GW students, faculty, staff, alumni and community are thinkers, doers, and world-changers, seeking to advance the frontiers of knowledge, and inspired to make a positive and lasting difference in the lives of those around them. Our guests offer a landscape of diverse thought and engaging discussions covering a wide range of topics impacting our world at home and around the globe.

Music on today’s episode brought to you by:

Bark and Bite (2022) by Christian Jessup with Carter McDevitt (guitar and bass)   www.christianjessup.com

Alma Mater by Hamett & Hamett

GWU Fight Song by Jerry Hill/Bob Decker/Oland Summers

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On this episode of Bulldog Dialogue, we welcome Gardner-Webb Alumna, and new Big South Commissioner Sherika Montgomery. Today she shares her vision, passion and hopes for the future of the Big South Conference and reflects on lessons learned as a Runnin’ Bulldog. 

She played for the ‘dawgs from 2007-2010 and was part of the 2010 Big South Conference regular season championship squad that posted a 28-5 record. Sherika has also worked with the NCAA as an advocate for inclusion, diversity, compliance, and women’s athletics. She has also served at fellow Big South member Winthrop University and as Deputy Commissioner for the Missouri Valley Conference. 

We’ll also explore some Gardner-Webb news and social happenings. Bulldog Dialogue is hosted by Gardner-Webb President Dr. William Downs.  

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This is the official podcast channel for Gardner-Webb University.
Here, you will find shows exploring the many aspects of Bulldog Nation. GW students, faculty, staff, alumni and community are thinkers, doers, and world-changers, seeking to advance the frontiers of knowledge, and inspired to make a positive and lasting difference in the lives of those around them. Our guests offer a landscape of diverse thought and engaging discussions covering a wide range of topics impacting our world at home and around the globe.
Music on today’s episode brought to you by:

Bark and Bite (2022) by Christian Jessup with Carter McDevitt (guitar and bass)   www.christianjessup.com

Alma Mater by Hamett & Hamett

GWU Fight Song by Jerry Hill/Bob Decker/Oland Summers

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Sherika Montgomery on Bulldog Dialogue 18

On this episode of Bulldog Dialogue, we welcome Dr. Josh Parrott. Josh was named as the vice president and university chaplain for Christian Life and Service for Gardner-Webb University in February. 
 The Christian life of the University has been a priority for Gardner-Webb since it was founded in 1905, and that continues today.  

Josh is a GWU alumnus and has 21 years of combined experience in the Church and in higher education. Today he shares his journey back to GWU and offers a glimpse of the services and programs offered by this essential office.

 We’ll also explore some Gardner-Webb news and social happenings. Bulldog Dialogue is hosted by Gardner-Webb President Dr. William Downs.  
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Here, you will find shows exploring the many aspects of Bulldog Nation. GW students, faculty, staff, alumni and community are thinkers, doers, and world-changers, seeking to advance the frontiers of knowledge, and inspired to make a positive and lasting difference in the lives of those around them. Our guests offer a landscape of diverse thought and engaging discussions covering a wide range of topics impacting our world at home and around the globe.

Music on today’s episode brought to you by:
 Bark and Bite (2022) by Christian Jessup with Carter McDevitt
(guitar and bass)   ⁠www.christianjessup.com⁠

 Alma Mater by Hamett & Hamett

 GWU Fight Song by Jerry Hill/Bob Decker/Oland Summers

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Bulldog Dialogue featuring Josh Parrott: Episode 19

Check out this review of the 7th installment of the Transformers franchise with Rise of the Beasts. Featuring a cast with Oscar-winning talent, an SNL alumnus, and a member from the Hamilton team, Paramount's Transformers: Rise of the Beasts seeks to bring action, humor and some family bonding experiences to audiences. 

This Meet me at the Movies extra is courtesy of C19 TV. The full show airs weekly on both CCC's TV and WGWG.org. 

Clips are provided for review, commentary, educational and parody purposes. Both film journalists are registered with various entertainment guilds.

Transformers: Rise of the Beast (full movie review)

Mary Beth Martin joins WebbChat: Episode 10 to talk about her work with the Earl Scruggs Center, the cultural impact of the music and stories of the American South, outreach opportunities, and the upcoming music festival. Martin is the executive director of the Center, and she also shares the historical significance of Scruggs as a pioneer of international music beyond the Bluegrass genre. More details on the Center can be found here: earlscruggscenter.org. 
 
The 2nd Annual Earl Scruggs Music Festival is scheduled for Labor Day weekend (Aug. 31-Sept. 2) and will feature such guests as Emmylou Harris, The Infamous Stringdusters, The Earls of Leicester and many, many more. The weekend also offers opportunities for trails rides, a golf tournament, pickleball and more. Check out earlscruggsmusicfest.com for full details. 
 
You can find and subscribe to official Gardner-Webb podcasts like these on your favorite podcast platforms or check out gardner-webb.edu/podcast.  
 
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WebbChat explores the Earl Scruggs Center and Music Fest (episode 10)

Donnie Thurman Jr. grew up knowing the Gardner-Webb University name. After all, he lived in the area and attended Crest High School. Yet, it wasn’t until a unique campus encounter that he felt the pull to become a Runnin’ Bulldog. 

On episode 11 of WebbChat, Thurman shares his story, his faith, his memories of playing for two Big South Championship football teams, and how a life of service for God and Humanity was nurtured through his experiences on the GWU campus. 

Thurman is the Executive Vice President and COO for Holy Angels in Belmont North Carolina. 

Episode 11 is hosted by Gardner-Webb alumnus Thomas Manning ’22. 

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WebbChat featuring Donnie Thurman Jr. (episode 11)

Can you think of a movie soundtrack or theme song that is more memorable than the film itself? Join Noel T. Manning II and Adam Long as they address that question on Meet me at the Movies 522.

Clips are used by permission for review, commentary, parody, and educational purposes. All film critics and journalists featured on this show are registered with various groups including Critics Choice Assoc., SEFCA, and the NC Film Critics among others.

Memorable movie themes songs and soundtracks: Meet me at the Movies episode 522

Balsam Range, winner of 13 awards from the International
Bluegrass Music Association (IBMA)—including Entertainer of the Year—will headline the second concert in Brinkley Amphitheater at Gardner-Webb University. Special guest, Fireside Collective, will open the event on Nov. 18. Doors open at 4 p.m. and the program starts at 5 p.m. General admission tickets are available now.

Today on Webbchat Richard McDevitt and Noel T. Manning II
spend time with Tim Surrett of Balsam Range. Surrett shares his influences, the genesis of the band, and why Bluegrass Music continues to resonate with audiences.


The Boiling Springs Tourism Development Authority is a
sponsor for this event, and WNCW is a media sponsor. 


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Balsam Range featured on Webbchat episode 17

Thomas Manning offers  his thoughts on one of the year's most critically acclaimed films - Alexander Payne's "The Holdovers" on this episode of Screen Scene from WNCW 88.7 FM.

Clips are used by permission for review, commentary and educational purposes. Manning is a registered film journalist for the Critics Choice, SEFCA and the N.C. Film Critics. 

Screen Scene airs weekly on WNCW and is shared with WGWG.

The Holdovers Movie review: Screen Scene

Filmmaker Earl Owensby launched a motion picture studio in Rural North Carolina in 1973, today, hundreds of alumni from E.O. Studios continue to thrive in the entertainment industry. On this episode of Screen Scene, we salute this indie film pioneer.

Hosted by Noel and Thomas Manning,  Screen Scene airs weekly on WNCW 88.7 FM and WNCW.org. Both are registered entertainment journalists with multiple film guilds. 

Clips are used by permission for review, commentary and educational purposes. 

Music on today's episode is: Tell a Different Story" by Caroma.

Earl Owensby 50 Years Celebration on Screen Scene

Tyrell Nelson made his mark as a Runnin’ Bulldog for four seasons on the Men’s Basketball squad. During that time, he scored nearly 1700 points over the course of 133 games, and averaged 12.5 points per game. His time at GW provided the foundation for the 2019 team that earned a spot in the NCAA tourney vs. eventual national champion Virginia. Today on Dawg Tracks, Brendon Boylan speaks with Nelson about his time with the Dawgs, and his international professional basketball playing career. 

This episode of Dawg Tracks is hosted by GWU alumnus and award-winning documentarian, Brendan Boylan. Boylan has been covering college and pro athletics for several years as a commentator, analyst & contributing writer.
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 You can track out all that’s happening in Runnin’ Bulldog athletics and find your season tickets at for Men’s and Women’s basketball at ⁠gwusports.com⁠. Follow the ‘Dawgs on social @gwusports and search #RunninBulldogs.
 
Music on today’s episode is the: 
GWU Fight Song by Jerry Hill/Bob Decker/Oland Summers

GW alumnus Tyrell Nelson featured on Dawg Tracks: episode 10

Tim Craft has helmed Runnin’ Bulldogs Men’s Basketball for 11 years. On this episode of Dawg Tracks he reflects on his time in Boiling Springs, offers a day in the life of coaching, shares notes on where to find joy in life, weighs in on peanut butter and jelly sandwiches and much more. 

 This episode of Dawg Tracks is hosted by Phil Constantino. Constantino is Assistant Athletic Director for Broadcasting & Strategic Communication for ⁠@GWUSports⁠ and calls play-by-play for GWU athletics.

You can track out all that’s happening in Runnin’ Bulldog athletics and find your season tickets at ⁠gwusports.com⁠. Follow the ‘Dawgs on social @gwusports and search #RunninBulldogs.
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Music on today’s episode is the: GWU Fight Song by Jerry Hill/Bob Decker/Oland Summers

Head Basketball Coach Tim Craft on Dawg Tracks 11

GWU Men’s Basketball Head Coach Tim Craft is back on Dawg Tracks: episode 12. Today, Craft talks about the impact of the Paul Porter Arena home crowd, the community value of the basketball program, and why he likes playing regional teams like Western Carolina. Craft also offers an outlook of this week’s matchup with Wofford College. 

 This episode of Dawg Tracks is hosted by Phil Constantino. Constantino is Assistant Athletic Director for Broadcasting & Strategic Communication for ⁠⁠@GWUSports⁠⁠ and calls play-by-play for GWU athletics.

You can track out all that’s happening in Runnin’ Bulldog athletics and find your season tickets at ⁠⁠gwusports.com⁠⁠. Follow the ‘Dawgs on social @gwusports and search #RunninBulldogs.

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Music on today’s episode is the: GWU Fight Song by Jerry Hill/Bob Decker/Oland Summers

Dawg Tracks 12 with Tim Craft

Gardner-Webb University welcomed new Head Football Coach Cris Reisert on Thursday, Dec. 14. Students, student-athletes, faculty and staff were joined by alumni, the community and media for the event held in the GW Football Center at Spangler Stadium. On this episode of Dawg Tracks, Phil Constantino offers a meet and greet with Reisert. 

Reisert comes to GWU from Tiffin University (Ohio). At Tiffin, Reisert led his team to three GMAC championships (2019, 2020, 2023) and was named GMAC Coach of the Year in each of those championship seasons. This past season, his most successful team posted an 11-1 record, completing the regular season unbeaten before losing in the second round of the Division II national playoffs. With Reisert also handling offensive coordinator duties, the 2023 Tiffin Dragons finished ranked in the top 25 nationally in scoring offense (43.7 PPG, 6th), total offense (482.9 4th), scoring defense (16.2 PPG allowed, T-16th), and total defense (281.2 YPG allowed, 22nd).

During his tenure at Tiffin, Reisert’s other notable accomplishments included the first two Division II playoff berths in school history (2019 and 2023), the highest national ranking in school history (No. 9), and the program’s first win over its primary rival (University of Findlay) in 22 years. In total, Reisert’s team defeated Findlay three times in five meetings. Reisert’s 40 total wins in five seasons were the most career wins by any head coach in his first five seasons in Tiffin’s history.

*Constantino is Assistant Athletic Director for Broadcasting & Strategic Communication for ⁠⁠⁠@GWUSports⁠⁠⁠ and calls play-by-play for GWU athletics.

You can track all that’s happening in Runnin’ Bulldog athletics and find your season tickets at ⁠⁠⁠gwusports.com⁠⁠⁠. Follow the ‘Dawgs on social @gwusports and search #RunninBulldogs.

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Music on today’s episode is the: GWU Fight Song by Jerry Hill/Bob Decker/Oland Summers

Cris Reisert is the New GWU Head Football Coach

Phil Constantino welcomes Gardner-Webb VP and Director Athletics Andrew Goodrich to Dawg Tracks episode 14. Goodrich offers a reflection on the year, changes in GWU sports, and the landscape of college athletics. 

*Constantino is Assistant Athletic Director for Broadcasting & Strategic Communication for ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@GWUSports⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and calls play-by-play for GWU athletics. 

You can track all that’s happening in Runnin’ Bulldog athletics and find your season tickets at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠gwusports.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Follow the ‘Dawgs on social @gwusports and search #RunninBulldogs.
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Music on today’s episode is the: GWU Fight Song by
Jerry Hill/Bob Decker/Oland Summers

Dawg Tracks 14 welcomes Andrew Goodrich

11th year Head Men's Basketball Coach Tim Craft is back for another edition of Dawg Tracks (episode 15). This episode of Dawg Tracks is hosted by Phil Constantino. Constantino is Assistant Athletic Director for Broadcasting & Strategic Communication for ⁠⁠⁠@GWUSports⁠⁠⁠ and calls play-by-play for GWU athletics.


You can track out all that’s happening in Runnin’ Bulldog athletics and find your season tickets at ⁠⁠⁠gwusports.com⁠⁠⁠. Follow the ‘Dawgs on social @gwusports and search #RunninBulldogs.

Dawg Tracks 15 with Tim Craft

On Jan. 12th, Gardner-Webb President Dr. William M. Downs named Erik Solberg the next head coach of the GWU women’s soccer program. Solberg joins GWU after four seasons as the head coach at the University of Arkansas Pine-Bluff (UAPB).

During his tenure at UAPB, Solberg coached 12 all-conference players, including a SWAC Offensive Player of the Year (2022), Defensive Player of the Year (2023), and Freshman of the Year (2022), with eight SWAC Player of the Week recognitions. Solberg is the only head coach in UAPB history to lead his team to four consecutive SWAC Tournament appearances. In each of Solberg’s four seasons at UAPB, the Golden Lions outperformed their preseason ranking.


Episode 16 of Dawg Tracks is hosted by Phil Constantino. Constantino is Assistant Athletic Director for Broadcasting & Strategic Communication for ⁠⁠⁠⁠@GWUSports⁠⁠⁠⁠ and calls play-by-play for GWU athletics.

You can track out all that’s happening in Runnin’ Bulldog athletics and find your season tickets at ⁠⁠⁠⁠gwusports.com⁠⁠⁠⁠. Follow the ‘Dawgs on social @gwusports and search #RunninBulldogs.

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Music on today’s episode is the: GWU Fight Song by Jerry Hill/Bob Decker/Oland Summers

Dawg Tracks 16 with Erik Solberg

Dawg Tracks 17: featuring GWU Head Baseball Coach Jim Chester
Fifth year Head Baseball Coach Jim Chester joins us for this episode of Dawg Tracks. He provides a preview of the season ahead, reflects on his time at GW, and offers a snapshot of the First Pitch Celebration featuring Guest Speaker – Clint Hurdle [Former MLB Player (Kansas City Royals, Cincinnati Reds, New York Mets, and St. Louis Cardinals) + Manager (Pittsburgh Pirates and Colorado Rockies)].

Chester also chats about plans for the future of Runnin’ Bulldog Baseball. 

  Episode 17 of Dawg Tracks is hosted by Phil Constantino. Constantino is Assistant Athletic Director for Broadcasting & Strategic Communication for ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@GWUSports⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and calls play-by-play for GWU athletics.

 You can track out all that’s happening in Runnin’ Bulldog athletics and find your season tickets at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠gwusports.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Follow the ‘Dawgs on social @gwusports and search #RunninBulldogs.
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 Music on today’s episode is the: GWU Fight Song by Jerry Hill/Bob Decker/Oland Summers

Dawg Tracks 17 -Jim Chester

Dawg Tracks 18: featuring GWU Head Softball Coach Bailey Wigness

Third year Head Softball Coach Bailey Wigness joins us for this episode of Dawg Tracks. Wigness offers an outlook of the season ahead, talks the transfer portal, chats about the Brinkley Softball Stadium and facility improvements, and explores the future of the Runnin’ Bulldogs.

Wigness played at national power Arizona State University, three times earning All-Pac 12 honors and leading the Sun Devils to the 2011 National Championship. She finished her career with a spectacular .371 batting average, stole 40 bases and scored 130 runs. Wigness remains ranked among the program's all-time leaders in career batting average (8th) and stolen bases (11th).
 
The Casa Grande, Ariz., native graduated from Arizona State with a degree in communications and political science. She earned her master’s degree in educational leadership in 2018 from Boise State.

Episode 18 of Dawg Tracks is hosted by Phil Constantino. Constantino is Assistant Athletic Director for Broadcasting & Strategic Communication for ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@GWUSports⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and calls play-by-play for GWU athletics.
You can track out all that’s happening in Runnin’ Bulldog athletics and find your season tickets at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠gwusports.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Follow the ‘Dawgs on social @gwusports and search #RunninBulldogs.

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Music on today’s episode is the: GWU Fight Song by Jerry Hill/Bob Decker/Oland Summers

Dawg Tracks 18 with Bailey Wigness

This Meet me at the Movies review explores the Well Go Entertainment release of The Moon (now on Blu-ray). If you're looking for a sci-fi disaster film with the same heart as Ad Astra, Apollo 13 & the Martian, you may want to consider The Moon.

Official Synopsis: Set in an alternate future, seven years after Korea's first fully manned mission to the moon ends in disaster, a second human spaceflight is launched successfully—until a strong solar wind causes the spacecraft to malfunction. With an astronaut left stranded in space and quickly running out of oxygen, the Naro Space Center turns to its former managing director to avert yet another fatal catastrophe.

Movie Review: The Moon

Join Gardner-Webb University President Dr. William Downs for Episode One of 1st Downs. Travel with us today as we visit GWU alumna and current head women’s basketball coach for Shelby High School, Carley Plentovich Tallent.

Tallent was a standout student-athlete at GWU, and was one of the most prolific shooters in program history. Tallent finished her career ranked first all-time in free throw percentage, second in three-pointers made, single game records, and 17th overall in points.

Today, Tallent speaks with President Downs about her career at GWU, her transition into coaching, NIL, the transfer portal, her future goals, and more.

1st Downs with Carley Tallent

The Meet me at the Movies crew reviews Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire.

Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire review

Alexander Jeffery joins Meet me at the Movies 542 to engage in dialogue about the feature documentary "You Have No Idea." 

This is the story of Evan, an autistic individual whose impact on the community around him is mind-blowing. It is also the story of family, friends and the bonds that form through love, compassion and perseverance and the thirst for understanding. 

The documentary releases on April 2, World Autism Day, on Amazon and Apple TV+.

Noel T. Manning II is host of Meet me at the Movies and is a registered film journalist and film critic with various guilds and groups.

Alexander Jeffery on Meet me at the Movies

Meet me at the Movies travels back in time and explore what may have happened to the lost 18 1/2 minutes of Richard Nixon tapes with director Dan Mirvish. Mirvish brings a "what-if story" to life, and on Meet me at the Movies 541, he covers the behind the scenes stories of the making of this film. 

18 1/2 is available for home delivery with a special edition DVD complete with a 113 minutes "making of"  doc, commentary track, live audience track from the world premiere at the Woodstock Film Fest and more. 

18 1/2 stars Willa Fitzgerald and John Magaro.

Meet me at the Movies 541

Today, according to autismspeaks.org, one in 36 children, and one in 45 adults identify with some form of Autism. On this episode of Screen Scene, we meet Evan James, an individual whose infectious spirit radiates the world around him. Diagnosed in the early 90s with Autism, Evan's world is brilliantly displayed in the documentary "You Have No Idea."

Released on April 2, World Autism Day, on Amazon Prime and Apple TV+, this award-winning doc explores the power of love and community. 

Music for this episode provided by Zac Nelson, "Moonlight Kiss."

You Have No Idea documentary review

After a national search process, on March 27th, Gardner-Webb President Dr. William M. Downs has named one of its own, GWU Associate Coach Jeremy Luther as the head coach of the men’s basketball program.

In his 11 seasons at GWU, Luther contributed a wealth of knowledge and played a vital part of the program’s 188 wins. Luther also helped lead the program to its first NCAA Division I men’s basketball tournament in 2018-2019.

Today on Dawg Tracks, Phil Constantino talks with Luther about his desire to lead the Runnin' Dawgs, and what's ahead for the program

Jeremy Luther Named GWU Head Basketball Coach

Today, we welcome back members of the Division of Student Success to Webbchat. On episode 19, we explore how the division provides guidance and support for students as they move towards the goal of graduation.

*Episode 19 is hosted by Noel T. Manning II.

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**Background music for this episode features:
“Reap What You Sow” By Carter McDevitt (2022)

Webbchat episode 19

WGWG Studio Session with Antsy McClain singing his song Falling in Love in America in 2007.

Antsy McClain - Falling in Love in America 2007

WGWG Studio Session with Antsy McClain singing his song Field Trip in 2007.

Antsy McClain - Field Trip 2007

WGWG Studio Session with Eilen Jewell in 2007.

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The Red Bus Project exists to care for orphans. They seriously believe college students have the ability to change the world and influence their peers to do the same. The Red Bus came to GWU today for the Dimensions program. 

The Red Bus Project

On June 25, Rachel Leigh Mower, Miss Shelby, competes for the title of Miss North Carolina and a chance to represent her home state in the 2016 Miss America Scholarship Pageant. Rachel is a sophomore at Gardner-Webb University and is working towards a degree in nursing. Click the link to view Rachel's contestant video. http://www.facebook.com/MissNCPageant/videos/1190586250952246/ 

Rachel Leigh Mower, Miss Shelby interview at wgwg.org

Imagine leaving the country you've always known all in search of freedom,  opportunity and your place in the world. Directors Lydia Schamschula & Jeremy Glaholt share the story of making the documentary "A Step without Feet" with Noel T. Manning II. 

Through art, dance, music, food  and poetry, this film offers a unique look at a people exploring a shared culture within a new land. They find that anything worth having, happens through challenges, sacrifice and purposed focus.

a step without feet - interview

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