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What’s Up, Wake

Booking Overview

This is a local lifestyle and community interview show focused on Wake County people, businesses, nonprofits, civic initiatives, restaurants, and events, typically featuring accessible local leaders and personalities. PR agencies could credibly pitch Wake County founders, nonprofit executives, municipal and civic leaders, authors, event organizers, and community advocates; booking difficulty is likely very low because the show prioritizes relevant local voices over national prominence.

Metrics

Episodes: 83

Frequency: Weekly

Rating: 4.4/5.0

Estimated listeners: 100 - 1,000

Gender skew: Neutral

Listener location: USA

Instagram: 19.0k followers

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

joew@relevantmediasolutions.com

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Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

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Typical Credentials:  
Wake County business owners, nonprofit executives, municipal staff, event organizers, authors, community advocates, and other locally relevant professionals with firsthand knowledge of their subject.
Required Achievements:  
Operating a local business or nonprofit, Leading a community program or civic initiative, Publishing locally relevant work, Organizing a major regional event

Recent Guest Discussions

Emily Price - Raleigh History, Hidden Landmarks, Local Legends, And Unusual Places

Kim Janzen - Animal Welfare, Shelter Operations, Affordable Veterinary Care, Adoption, And Community Support

Jenna Kostka - Lazy Daze Arts & Crafts Festival Planning, Juried Artists, Family Programming, Accessibility, And Event Logistics

Grace Kester - Camp Kesem Experiences, Peer Support, Empowerment, And Supporting Children Affected By A Parent’s Cancer

Jenna Rumsey - Programs Supporting Children Whose Parents Are Affected By Cancer, Volunteer Engagement, And Youth Resilience

Recent Topics

Wake County, Local Business, Nonprofits, Local Events, Restaurants

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
What’s Up, Wake
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Calling the Canes: Behind the Mic with Carolina Hurricanes Broadcaster Mike Maniscalco

October 08, 2026

This episode of What's Up Wake goes behind the mic with Carolina Hurricanes play-by-play announcer Mike Maniscalco. Mike shares how his love of sports turned into a career in broadcasting, from student radio and television to calling Hurricanes games and covering some of the biggest moments in franchise history.Mike talks about what makes hockey one of the hardest sports to call, the preparation that goes into every game, and how he learns from both his best and worst broadcasts. He also open...

Home Sweet Home: Exploring the Triangle Real Estate Market with Van Starling of Hodge & Kittrell Sotheby’s International Realty

October 01, 2026

What’s Up, Wake Episode 80 features Melissa in conversation with Van Starling II, managing broker for Hodge and Kittrell Sotheby’s International Realty, about the current Triangle real estate market and what buyers and sellers should expect heading into 2027.Van describes the local market as balanced and much closer to pre COVID conditions, with more inventory giving buyers additional choices and time to make decisions. He also discusses the challenges facing first time home buyers, including...

Fresh Catch: The NC Seafood Festival and Local Industry

September 24, 2026

North Carolina Seafood: Local Shrimp, Trawling Debate (HB 442) & the NC Seafood FestivalSponsored in Part by Bloomin’ Blinds Raleigh, we dive into North Carolina’s commercial fishing industry with Amy McCullough of NC Catch. Amy explains NC Catch’s consumer education mission, its statewide chef ambassadors, and how to identify real local seafood by asking questions and looking for menu details. She highlights North Carolina shrimp varieties and seasons, the importance of fishing to coasta...

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Frequently asked questions

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How do I get in touch with What’s Up, Wake?

Its publicly listed email is joew@relevantmediasolutions.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for What’s Up, Wake?

The publicly listed email for What’s Up, Wake: joew@relevantmediasolutions.com.

How many listeners does What’s Up, Wake have?

Podseeker estimates What’s Up, Wake reaches 100 to 1,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for What’s Up, Wake?

What’s Up, Wake typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: Wake County business owners, nonprofit executives, municipal staff, event organizers, authors, community advocates, and other locally relevant professionals with firsthand knowledge of their subject. Common among recent guests: Operating a local business or nonprofit; Leading a community program or civic initiative; Publishing locally relevant work. Recent guests include Emily Price, Kim Janzen, and Jenna Kostka.

How hard is it to get booked on What’s Up, Wake?

Very low. It books a wide range of guests, so a guest with a relevant story and a clear idea has a strong chance.

What topics does What’s Up, Wake cover?

Recent episodes cover Wake County, Local Business, Nonprofits, Local Events, and Restaurants. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

joew@relevantmediasolutions.com

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