Hope with Ramona Holloway https://www.ramonaholloway.com/ en 2025 Queen City Podcast Network Welcome to Hope with Ramona Holloway. Stories can change lives. Life-changing stories are at the heart of this podcast produced by Charlotte media personality Ramona Holloway and The Queen City Podcast Network. It features conversations with people who have taken action... and found their way back to Hope. https://megaphone.imgix.net/podcasts/9b25bb54-bcae-11ef-8bba-cf6d489493d0/image/d47f5739abea8ff6ba4e7b2822fe5ce7.jpg?ixlib=rails-4.3.1&max-w=3000&max-h=3000&fit=crop&auto=format,compress Hope with Ramona Holloway https://www.ramonaholloway.com/ no episodic Hope with Ramona Holloway Queen City Podcast Network Welcome to Hope with Ramona Holloway. Stories can change lives. Life-changing stories are at the heart of this podcast produced by Charlotte media personality Ramona Holloway and The Queen City Podcast Network. It features conversations with people who have taken action... and found their way back to Hope. Welcome to Hope with Ramona Holloway.

Stories can change lives. Life-changing stories are at the heart of this podcast produced by Charlotte media personality Ramona Holloway and The Queen City Podcast Network.

It features conversations with people who have taken action... and found their way back to Hope.

]]> Queen City Podcast Network hello@queencitypodcastnetwork.com Charlotte Storyteller Series: David Whisenant Ramona talks with former WBTV reporter David Whisenant, who talks frankly about his father's suicide and how it shaped his life as an adult, and as a reporter covering his hometown for more than three decades. This episode includes a frank conversation about suicide. If you or someone you know is experiencing suicidal thoughts or a crisis, please reach out immediately to the Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-8255. Mon, 27 Apr 2026 07:30:00 -0000 full Queen City Podcast Network Ramona talks with former WBTV reporter David Whisenant, who talks frankly about his father's suicide and how it shaped his life as an adult, and as a reporter covering his hometown for more than three decades. This episode includes a frank conversation about suicide. If you or someone you know is experiencing suicidal thoughts or a crisis, please reach out immediately to the Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-8255. Ramona talks with former WBTV reporter David Whisenant, who talks frankly about his father's suicide and how it shaped his life as an adult, and as a reporter covering his hometown for more than three decades.

This episode includes a frank conversation about suicide. If you or someone you know is experiencing suicidal thoughts or a crisis, please reach out immediately to the Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-8255.

]]> 1463 no Charlotte Storyteller Series: Brigida Mack Former Charlotte news personality Brigida Mack joins Ramona to discuss her career, what she overcame just to get on the air at all, and she and her husband's struggle with infertility. Mon, 30 Mar 2026 07:30:00 -0000 full Queen City Podcast Network Former Charlotte news personality Brigida Mack joins Ramona to discuss her career, what she overcame just to get on the air at all, and she and her husband's struggle with infertility. Former Charlotte news personality Brigida Mack joins Ramona to discuss her career, what she overcame just to get on the air at all, and she and her husband's struggle with infertility.

]]> 2354 no Charlotte Storyteller Series: Stuart Watson Former Charlotte investigative reporter-turned podcaster-turned author Stuart Watson joins Ramona to talk about his struggles with addiction, his career in TV news, and his new book project. Mon, 02 Mar 2026 08:30:00 -0000 full Queen City Podcast Network Former Charlotte investigative reporter-turned podcaster-turned author Stuart Watson joins Ramona to talk about his struggles with addiction, his career in TV news, and his new book project. Former Charlotte investigative reporter-turned podcaster-turned author Stuart Watson joins Ramona to talk about his struggles with addiction, his career in TV news, and his new book project.

]]> 2847 no Memory, Movement, and Hope: Dementia Caregiving Part 4 with Dr. Chuck Edwards In this episode of Hope with Ramona Holloway, Dr. Chuck Edwards of Memory and Movement Charlotte discusses the crucial role of caregivers in dementia care. He emphasizes the importance of community resources, managing risk factors, and maintaining hope. Through personal anecdotes and professional insights, Dr. Edwards offers practical advice for those caring for loved ones with cognitive decline. Mon, 29 Dec 2025 08:30:00 -0000 full Queen City Podcast Network In this episode of Hope with Ramona Holloway, Dr. Chuck Edwards of Memory and Movement Charlotte discusses the crucial role of caregivers in dementia care. He emphasizes the importance of community resources, managing risk factors, and maintaining hope. Through personal anecdotes and professional insights, Dr. Edwards offers practical advice for those caring for loved ones with cognitive decline. In this episode of Hope with Ramona Holloway, Dr. Chuck Edwards of Memory and Movement Charlotte discusses the crucial role of caregivers in dementia care.

He emphasizes the importance of community resources, managing risk factors, and maintaining hope. Through personal anecdotes and professional insights, Dr. Edwards offers practical advice for those caring for loved ones with cognitive decline.

]]> 2213 no Holding On, Letting Go- Dementia Caregiving Part 3 with Dr. Chuck Edwards Ramona and Dr. Chuck Edwards discuss the challenges and emotional toll of dementia caregiving, emphasizing the importance of seeking support, preserving dignity, and self-care for caregivers. They emphasize the transition to professional care and managing caregiver burnout. Mon, 24 Nov 2025 12:33:00 -0000 full Queen City Podcast Network Ramona and Dr. Chuck Edwards discuss the challenges and emotional toll of dementia caregiving, emphasizing the importance of seeking support, preserving dignity, and self-care for caregivers. They emphasize the transition to professional care and managing caregiver burnout. Ramona and Dr. Chuck Edwards discuss the challenges and emotional toll of dementia caregiving, emphasizing the importance of seeking support, preserving dignity, and self-care for caregivers.

They emphasize the transition to professional care and managing caregiver burnout.

]]> 2833 no The Journey of Dementia Caregiving, Part 2 - with Dr. Chuck Edwards In this episode, Ramona Holloway continues her series on dementia caregiving. Joined by Dr. Chuck Edwards, founder of Memory and Movement, Charlotte, they discuss the challenges and stages caregivers face, emphasizing acceptance, help-seeking, and emotional management. Practical tips and personal anecdotes highlight the journey from denial to proactive caregiving, underscoring the importance of self-care. Mon, 27 Oct 2025 07:30:00 -0000 full Queen City Podcast Network In this episode, Ramona Holloway continues her series on dementia caregiving. Joined by Dr. Chuck Edwards, founder of Memory and Movement, Charlotte, they discuss the challenges and stages caregivers face, emphasizing acceptance, help-seeking, and emotional management. Practical tips and personal anecdotes highlight the journey from denial to proactive caregiving, underscoring the importance of self-care. In this episode, Ramona Holloway continues her series on dementia caregiving.

Joined by Dr. Chuck Edwards, founder of Memory and Movement, Charlotte, they discuss the challenges and stages caregivers face, emphasizing acceptance, help-seeking, and emotional management. Practical tips and personal anecdotes highlight the journey from denial to proactive caregiving, underscoring the importance of self-care.

]]> 2282 no Caregiving with Dr. Charles Edwards In this episode of 'Hope with Ramona Holloway,' Ramona shares her personal journey from 2021, a pivotal year that brought significant changes to her job and the loss of her mother. She emphasizes the hope found through collaborative efforts with Memory and Movement, Charlotte, focusing on caregiving for dementia patients. Joined by Dr. Charles Edwards, they explore the emotional stages caregivers experience, the challenges they face, and provide insights on managing the caregiving journey. The podcast aims to offer support and guidance for those caring for loved ones with dementia. This is Part One of a four-part series. Mon, 29 Sep 2025 14:05:00 -0000 full Queen City Podcast Network In this episode of 'Hope with Ramona Holloway,' Ramona shares her personal journey from 2021, a pivotal year that brought significant changes to her job and the loss of her mother. She emphasizes the hope found through collaborative efforts with Memory and Movement, Charlotte, focusing on caregiving for dementia patients. Joined by Dr. Charles Edwards, they explore the emotional stages caregivers experience, the challenges they face, and provide insights on managing the caregiving journey. The podcast aims to offer support and guidance for those caring for loved ones with dementia. This is Part One of a four-part series. In this episode of 'Hope with Ramona Holloway,' Ramona shares her personal journey from 2021, a pivotal year that brought significant changes to her job and the loss of her mother. She emphasizes the hope found through collaborative efforts with Memory and Movement, Charlotte, focusing on caregiving for dementia patients.

Joined by Dr. Charles Edwards, they explore the emotional stages caregivers experience, the challenges they face, and provide insights on managing the caregiving journey.

The podcast aims to offer support and guidance for those caring for loved ones with dementia. This is Part One of a four-part series.

]]> 2495 no Controversial, or something else? Charlotte Radio Legend Chuck Boozer Ramons Holloway talks with Charlotte radio legend Chuck Boozer, about his career, his moments on the edge, and the time he considered taking his own life. Trigger warning: this podcast contains discussions about substance abuse, depression, and suicidal ideation. To locate mental health services and treatment programs in your area, call the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) National Helpline at 1-800-662-4357. Mon, 14 Apr 2025 07:30:00 -0000 full Queen City Podcast Network Ramons Holloway talks with Charlotte radio legend Chuck Boozer, about his career, his moments on the edge, and the time he considered taking his own life. Trigger warning: this podcast contains discussions about substance abuse, depression, and suicidal ideation. To locate mental health services and treatment programs in your area, call the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) National Helpline at 1-800-662-4357. Ramons Holloway talks with Charlotte radio legend Chuck Boozer, about his career, his moments on the edge, and the time he considered taking his own life.

Trigger warning: this podcast contains discussions about substance abuse, depression, and suicidal ideation.


To locate mental health services and treatment programs in your area, call the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) National Helpline at 1-800-662-4357.

]]> 2681 yes Love, Recovery, and Redemption: Molly Barker Ramona Holloway interviews Molly Barker, the founder of Girls on the Run, who opens up about her journey from being raised by an alcoholic mother to following a similar path herself before finding sobriety. Molly discusses her challenging childhood, marked by neglect and the strong influence of an African American caregiver named Ginny.   The podcast also highlights the resources available for those struggling with addiction and mental health issues through Anuvia.org. Fri, 17 Jan 2025 08:30:00 -0000 Love, Recovery, and Redemption: Molly Barker full Queen City Podcast Network Ramona Holloway interviews Molly Barker, the founder of Girls on the Run, who opens up about her journey from being raised by an alcoholic mother to following a similar path herself before finding sobriety. Molly discusses her challenging childhood, marked by neglect and the strong influence of an African American caregiver named Ginny.   The podcast also highlights the resources available for those struggling with addiction and mental health issues through Anuvia.org. Ramona Holloway interviews Molly Barker, the founder of Girls on the Run, who opens up about her journey from being raised by an alcoholic mother to following a similar path herself before finding sobriety. Molly discusses her challenging childhood, marked by neglect and the strong influence of an African American caregiver named Ginny.

 

The podcast also highlights the resources available for those struggling with addiction and mental health issues through Anuvia.org.

]]> 1624 yes April Simpkins- Depression and Parenting April Simpkins, mother of the late Cheslie Kryst, talks with Ramona about depression and its effects on her family in the wake of her daughter's suicide. Trigger Warning: this podcast includes a frank discussion of depression and suicide. If you or anyone you know is struggling with their mental health, call the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988. NAMI Charlotte provides advocacy, education and support for individuals and families affected by mental illness. Tue, 17 Dec 2024 19:48:00 -0000 April Simpkins- Depression and Parenting full Queen City Podcast Network April Simpkins, mother of the late Cheslie Kryst, talks with Ramona about depression and its effects on her family in the wake of her daughter's suicide. Trigger Warning: this podcast includes a frank discussion of depression and suicide. If you or anyone you know is struggling with their mental health, call the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988. NAMI Charlotte provides advocacy, education and support for individuals and families affected by mental illness. April Simpkins, mother of the late Cheslie Kryst, talks with Ramona about depression and its effects on her family in the wake of her daughter's suicide.


Trigger Warning: this podcast includes a frank discussion of depression and suicide.


If you or anyone you know is struggling with their mental health, call the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988.


NAMI Charlotte provides advocacy, education and support for individuals and families affected by mental illness.

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