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North Carolina Rabbit Hole

Jeremy Markovich
North Carolina
Voting Stickers
Dick Trickle
NASCAR
Outer Banks
Mordecai
Ay Ziggy Zoomba
Charlotte
Whynot
Mrbeast
Bowling Green State University
September 11, 2001
Dale Earnhardt
Raleigh
Fuqua Verena
Christina Koch
Tudor's Biscuit World
Greenville
Democratic Party
Gil Fox

A podcast that goes the distance to reveal hard-to-find stories across North Carolina. Join journalist Jeremy Markovich as he travels across the state to uncover remote places, lost artifacts, overlooked people, and forgotten stories.

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Just after the Civil War, a soldier casually took North Carolina's copy of a priceless founding document. A century later, the feds set up a sting operation to recover it. Here's a true story involving a fake tech millionaire, the Antiques Roadshow, ... more

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The Carolina Hurricanes just became NHL champions for the first time in 20 years, and during that run a lot of people noticed something unusual on their road uniforms: A cartoony, college-style pig on the shoulder. Today, we take a closer look at the... more

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Is it real? Does it work? Is it safe? Was it hard to make? Why would anyone build one? Why is he selling it and trying to get a broken chainsaw in return? And, is this a singular piece of American ingenuity or is there an underground community of fil... more

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Mike Smith's journey took him from a string of medical clinics to the music industry and, then, to a federal crime. In this episode, Wired senior writer Kate Knibbs joins Jeremy Markovich to talk about how a man from suburban Charlotte was able to ma... more

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Recent Guests

Dan LaTorraca
Art educator and designer behind Struttin Stormy
Carolina Hurricanes branding team
Episode: Some Pig: The Story of Struttin' Stormy and the Stanley Cup
Ross Hettinger
Mascot/logo designer based in South Dakota
Independent designer commissioned for Struttin Stormy
Episode: Some Pig: The Story of Struttin' Stormy and the Stanley Cup
Doug Warf
Former president of the Carolina Hurricanes
Carolina Hurricanes
Episode: Some Pig: The Story of Struttin' Stormy and the Stanley Cup
Tyius McKinney
Person who built the file cabinet smoker
Private individual
Episode: Meet a man who built a barbecue smoker out of a file cabinet
Dana Hanson
Extension meat specialist at North Carolina State University
North Carolina State University
Episode: Meet a man who built a barbecue smoker out of a file cabinet
Kate Knibbs
Senior writer for Wired who covered the case
Wired
Episode: The North Carolina Musician with a Billion Streams and No Fans
Christina Koch
Astronaut, NC native interviewed about her space journey
NASA
Episode: How Christina Koch went from North Carolina to the Moon
Ann McLean
Astronaut, fellow astronaut interviewed during the ISS call
NASA
Episode: How Christina Koch went from North Carolina to the Moon
Myra Halpin
Retired teacher and advocate involved with space education in NC
North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics
Episode: How Christina Koch went from North Carolina to the Moon

Host

Jeremy Markovich
Host of the show with long-running involvement in North Carolina storytelling and journalism.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 302 ratings
  • Re-re-re-reruns

    I can easily listen to each episode many times. I know this because I listen to each episode many times! Jeremy Markovich is a great storyteller and has a captivating manner of unfolding an episode.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Groomers Wife
    United States10 months ago
  • Wow how I’ve missed this podcast!

    This is probably my all time favorite podcast! I have missed it and I am so hoping you will pick right back up and continue a season 5!! Welcome back!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kimstir73
    United States3 years ago
  • When is this show coming back??

    I enjoyed it so much. I wish Jeremy would keep exploring North Carolina and sharing it on this delightful podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Our State fan
    United States3 years ago
  • Stories of “Our State”!

    Thrilled to find this podcast and learn about people and places in NC! Have always loved Our State magazine, and this is even better!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Shelby, North Carolina
    United States5 years ago
  • We Love Away Message

    One of our favorite podcasts! Please release new episodes!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AmyBon
    United States5 years ago

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Volume leveling and production tightness are common improvement notes.
Episodes are well-produced with strong sense of place and archival context.
Listeners praise the host's storytelling and on-location reporting for NC-focused stories.
Listeners want more seasons and new episodes, citing high engagement and nostalgia.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Some Pig: The Story of Struttin' Stormy and the Stanley Cup
Q: What was the reaction inside the organization to this retro mascot becoming part of the NHL uniform?
There was initial skepticism from some NHL stakeholders, but persistent internal support from leadership, coupled with strong fan enthusiasm and retail performance, helped cement the logo as an official part of the brand.
Why SO MANY houses are collapsing on the Outer Banks
Q: Why don't more people just move the house?
It's complicated by regulatory issues, and many homeowners can't move their houses due to legal and financial constraints.
Why SO MANY houses are collapsing on the Outer Banks
Q: Why is this happening?
It's due to the natural movement of barrier islands, which eventually leads to structures being swept away into the ocean, especially under current severe weather conditions.
Why Are North Carolina Politics Like This?
Q: How does the North Carolina Constitution set up what happens in politics across the state?
The Constitution affects institutional power dynamics, including the limited authority of the governor and the structure of electoral processes.
Why Are North Carolina Politics Like This?
Q: How does North Carolina history play into what is still happening in the year 2024?
History affects demographic patterns and political geography, influencing current political behaviors and attitudes.

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This show features in-depth, on-the-ground storytelling across North Carolina, focusing on regional history, culture, local issues, and curious human-interest projects. Episodes blend investigative reporting with vivid, place-based narration—from DIY culinary experiments and regional food lore to space journeys and coastal erosion—often with expert local voices weighing in to provide context or feasibility. Production stands out for its strong sense of place, archival threads, and interviews that bring NC's people and landscapes to life, making it appealing to listeners who crave authentic regional stories and behind-the-scenes looks at how local decisions, innovations, and histories shape everyday life.

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Recent guests on North Carolina Rabbit Hole include:

1. Dan LaTorraca
2. Ross Hettinger
3. Doug Warf
4. Tyius McKinney
5. Dana Hanson
6. Kate Knibbs
7. Christina Koch
8. Ann McLean

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