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Wet Nose Wednesday: Marty & Pinkman!
Ready for adoption! And ready to "Build Their Future"! Make way for North Carolina's first Regional Campus for Pets & People, featuring a new 27,000-square-foot Resource Center and renovations to our existing Pet Adoption Center. Together, these spaces will create a true community hub where pets find safe...
Sep 30, 2026
Motivational Monday: Reignite your life!
You're influencing the people around you every day but what kind of influence are you having? In today's Motivational Monday, Susan Hite and our favorite morning host Madison are reflecting on the people who have shaped us, the advice we've carried with us, and the fears we may have picked up along the way. But instead...
Sep 29, 2026
Deeper, Brought to you by: Bartlett Tree Experts, Win Tickets to Weezer!
It's those deep cuts, uncovered and rediscovered and Christy has your chance to see Weezer - The Gathering with special guests The Shins and Silversun Pickups at Lenovo this Sunday October 4th! Deeper is sponsored this week by Bartlett Tree Experts. The greatest hits stand the test of time and so do healthy, well-cared...
Sep 28, 2026
96.1BBB supports the Raleigh Wide Open Music Festival!
🐿️ 96.1BBB supports the Raleigh Wide Open Music Festival Oct. 1-3rd! The Kickoff Celebration at The Corner, an outdoor space on N.C. State's Centennial Campus, is on Thursday evening, Oct. 1 (6-9:30 p.m.). Then follow the music to downtown Raleigh, along Fayetteville Street, on Friday, Oct. 2, and Saturday, Oct. 3...
Sep 27, 2026
Lunch with Sammy: Win a Gift Card to Jimmy John's!
Listen to win a $25 Gift Card to Jimmy John's! Freaky Fast sandwiches, Fresh-baked bread daily, and hand-sliced meats with fresh ingredients. Easy lunch or dinner option, perfect for on-the-go meals. Choose delivery, pickup, or dine-in convenience! Win every afternoon with Sammy!
Sep 26, 2026
Fun Zone: Win tickets to Fortune Feimster!
Takin' Care of Biscuits Comedy Tour anyone? With a 2nd show just added, you won't want to miss, so listen in the Fun Zone with Madison just after 7 a.m. to Fortune Feimster at DPAC October 3! Fortune Feimster is a critically acclaimed comedian, actress, and host known for her upbeat style, unique comedic perspective, a...
Sep 26, 2026
Therapy on the Go: The Vagus Nerve
Vagus Nerve? They definitely don't teach us enough about this in science class, but it's something we all have. The vagus nerve acts like a steering wheel for your body's "rest and digest" system. A healthy vagal tone can help your body bounce back from stress, but when your nervous system is constantly on hi...
Sep 24, 2026
Therapy on the Go: The Mental Load
Like the song says "lean on me, when you're not strong, I'll be your friend. I'll help you carry on." But sometimes it's hard to lean on someone without it getting thrown back on to you. Kim Dillon with Therapeutic Partners, PLLC is here with our host, Madison to discuss the "mental load" parents an...
Sep 17, 2026
Madison interviews: Pat Nelli
Our host, Madison, is here to speak with Pat Nelli, the president and CEO of Children's Flight of Hope for their Hops for Hope fundraiser. Where community, craft beer, and compassion come together to provide flights to life-changing and life-saving medical care for children in need. On Saturday, September 19th from 2- ...
Sep 17, 2026
Madison interviews: Jeff Babajtis
When was the last time you helped out your community? This year, NC Family Promise is having their "Night of Hope." It's a fun-filled night for a great cause. You can help make a difference by bidding on the items auctioned that night, and the money goes toward unhoused families within the community. Learn fr...
Sep 16, 2026
Wet Nose Wednesday: Smoosh and Happy!
Ready for adoption! And ready to "Build Their Future"! Make way for North Carolina's first Regional Campus for Pets & People, featuring a new 27,000-square-foot Resource Center and renovations to our existing Pet Adoption Center. Together, these spaces will create a true community hub where pets find safe...
Sep 16, 2026
Therapy on the Go: Is it Anxiety or is it Motivation?
Those ultra-reliable people, the ones constantly on the go and doing stuff for others? Could actually be dealing with High-Functioning anxiety. It might be more obvious than you think, some people might confuse it with striving for success, but the difference between the two is that High-Functioning anxiety is actually...
Sep 10, 2026
Wet Nose Wednesday: Matthew and Opie!
Ready for adoption! And ready to "Build Their Future"! Make way for North Carolina's first Regional Campus for Pets & People, featuring a new 27,000-square-foot Resource Center and renovations to our existing Pet Adoption Center. Together, these spaces will create a true community hub where pets find safe...
Sep 09, 2026
Therapy on the Go: Venting 101
Venting 101 with Kim Dillon Venting can amplify your stress more than keeping it inside, so you need space between your workday and your home. Today's Therapy on the Go, Kim Dillon, a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor with Therapeutic Partners, PLLC, is here with Madison discuss how motion can change your emoti...
Sep 03, 2026
Tailgate Time - Win a $50 Gas Gift Card!
96.1 BBB is cranking up your tailgate all season long, the ultimate pre-game soundtrack before every kickoff! Stop by your favorite Circle K on game day, fill up with drinks and snacks, and turn on 96.1 BBB for the ultimate tailgate party soundtrack! Tailgate Time games - 💙 Tulane at Duke, Sat 9/5 2:30 - 3:30 p.m. ð...
Sep 02, 2026
Wet Nose Wednesday: Louie and Honeydew!
Ready for adoption! And ready to "Build Their Future"! Make way for North Carolina's first Regional Campus for Pets & People, featuring a new 27,000-square-foot Resource Center and renovations to our existing Pet Adoption Center. Together, these spaces will create a true community hub where pets find safe...
Sep 02, 2026
Motivation Monday: Take your time and be real!
Knowledge + Experience = Wisdom It is time to stop making things so perfect and learn from the mistakes of our experiences. We all know that saying "The journey is what brings us happiness not the destination" so be real, and accept those mistakes along the way of your life. They're just giving you the fuel t...
Aug 31, 2026
Therapy on the Go: How to conquer those back to school blues
It's officially back-to-school season, and everyone is stressed. It's a triangle, from parents and teachers to the students, if one side starts to crack, the other two feel the strain immediately. Because anxiety thrives on the unknown, sometimes the best thing you can do is take a step back and give your brain a littl...
Aug 27, 2026
Wet Nose Wednesday: Phoebe and Iris!
Ready for adoption! And ready to "Build Their Future"! Make way for North Carolina's first Regional Campus for Pets & People, featuring a new 27,000-square-foot Resource Center and renovations to our existing Pet Adoption Center. Together, these spaces will create a true community hub where pets find safe...
Aug 26, 2026
Motivational Monday: It's the struggle that builds up their strength!
Back to School Season can bring on all kinds of emotions: happy, sad, fear, excitement, and Susan Hite is here to remind us parents/caregivers, that those feelings are okay! We have to let our kids grow up and struggle so that they can find their own footing out in the world. It's time to let go of that control and lea...
Aug 24, 2026

