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Launched in April 1998, Charlotte Talks with Mike Collins has become the region's exclusive forum for the discussion of politics, arts, culture, social issues, literature, human interest, the environment and more. If something is of interest to the Charlotte region, listeners and leaders know the topic is bound to be discussed on Charlotte Talks. Follow along: @CharlotteTalks.
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Local News Roundup: Public reaction to renovations plan at Bank of America Stadium; Kamala Harris in the Queen City; Charlotte budget approved with tax increase
14/06/2024 Duración: 50minNot everyone is excited about supporting Bank of America stadium renovations to the tune of $650 million. VP Kamala Harris comes to Charlotte. And we move closer to making the dream of the Red Line train to Davidson a reality.
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How to find joy in a chaotic world
13/06/2024 Duración: 43minOn the next Charlotte Talks, how to find the joy in life even when you’re down, even when things aren’t going your way, even when the news makes you want to scream.
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Hurricane season is expected to be very active — what role is climate change playing? Plus, a closer look at our local weather reporting
12/06/2024 Duración: 43minWhat to expect this hurricane season, and how climate change is playing a role? Plus, a closer look at how we report on the weather in the Charlotte area.
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What the Bank of America Stadium upgrades would mean for Charlotte
11/06/2024 Duración: 42minTepper Sports has asked the city for $650 million to modernize Bank of America Stadium. In return, the Panthers and Charlotte FC will commit to staying here at least until the 2040s.
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'Unjust Debts' author on bankruptcy and the injustice baked in
10/06/2024 Duración: 50minUNC-Chapel Hill professor and author Melissa Jacoby on how the bankruptcy system can take advantage of the poor and be used as a tool for those who have done wrong to skirt responsibility.
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Local News Roundup: Bank of America Stadium upgrade discussion; County approves one cent tax hike; new ad in NC governor's race in national news
07/06/2024 Duración: 50minCharlotte business leaders say Bank of America Stadium needs upgrades for Charlotte to be a “big league city.” Mecklenburg County Commissioners approved a one-cent tax increase to help cover the $2.5 billion budget voted on this week. And a new ad about the North Carolina governor's race gets national attention.
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'When The Sea Came Alive' author on the 80th anniversary of D-Day
06/06/2024 Duración: 50minIn the new book, author Garrett Graff tells the story of D-Day from those who experienced it firsthand.
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'Parliamentary America' author Maxwell Stearns on fixing our democratic system
05/06/2024 Duración: 50minMany believe our politics and our government are broken — both sides seem able to agree on that. Part of the problem may be that our 18th-century system isn’t a good fit for 21st-century realities. Law professor Maxwell Stearns has analyzed our democracy, looking at what works and what doesn’t.
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What went well this school year, what needs improvement, and what are the priorities for fall 2024? We check in with members of the CMS Board of Education to find out
04/06/2024 Duración: 50minOn the next Charlotte Talks, a conversation with three of the nine members of the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Board of Education about the challenges they face and about their goals and priorities.
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A look at rent-to-own and other alternative home buying options
03/06/2024 Duración: 50minThe housing market is making it very difficult for first-time buyers to find a home they can afford. Some are taking a different approach: rent-to-own. Is this a good idea? Are there pitfalls to be aware of?
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Local News Roundup: A breakthrough on the Red Line, but Silver Line to Matthews may be dead; street takeovers a problem again; Stewart Haas Racing to close
31/05/2024 Duración: 50minThe city of Charlotte has an agreement in principle with Norfolk Southern to use its tracks, which may pave the way for commuter rail to Iredell County. The Silver Line to Matthews may be dead. Street Takeovers are once again a problem in Uptown. We’ll talk about the latest on CMPD’s efforts to curb the issue. Those stories and more.
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AI and the election
29/05/2024 Duración: 50minA closer look at a new poll on artificial intelligence and the role AI may play in the 2024 election.
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Barbara Walters broke barriers for women in journalism — the new book 'Rulebreaker' reveals who Walters was as a person
28/05/2024 Duración: 50minOn the next Charlotte Talks, broadcast pioneer Barbara Walters paved the way for women in TV, and now her story is told in Susan Page’s new book, "Rulebreaker." Page joins us for the hour to discuss Walters' life, work and legacy.
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Author Jack Claiborne on his new book, 'Charlotte, the Slugger, and Me: Coming-of-Age Story of a Southern City and Two Tenacious Brothers'
27/05/2024 Duración: 50minNewcomers often wonder where old Charlotte is in our glowing New South city. Much of it is in the minds and memories of those who have lived here for generations. Jack Claiborne and his brother, Slug, fall into that category — and their story is the story of Charlotte.
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Local News Roundup: Local leaders react to tax increases in budgets; Madalina Cojocari's parents in court; ACC Tournament in Charlotte
24/05/2024 Duración: 50minBoth Charlotte City Council and Mecklenburg County Commission members react to tax increases in their respective budgets this week. The parents of the missing Cornelius girl Madalina Cojocari are in court. A Mecklenburg County Commissioner-elect has been arrested and charged with a DWI. Trump is expected to attend the Coca-Cola 600 and the ACC Baseball Tournament is in town.
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From raised beds to potted plants, we've got your gardening questions covered
23/05/2024 Duración: 50minWith spring gardening underway, we turn to local experts with tips on how to make your garden grow.
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Mecklenburg County manager, budget director on proposed budget
22/05/2024 Duración: 50minWe zoom in on the Mecklenburg County proposed budget, including why leaders are asking for a tax increase.
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COVID-19 mutates again just in time for summer. How concerned should you be?
21/05/2024 Duración: 50minCOVID-19 continues to "FLiRT" with us. In fact, that is the name of the new variant making its way through the population.
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David Fleming discusses the wild story of the Mecklenburg Declaration of Independence
20/05/2024 Duración: 50minThe author of the book "Who's Your Founding Father" joins guest host Erik Spanberg as we celebrate "MecDec Day." It's a day that commemorates the signing of the Mecklenburg Declaration of Independence on May 20, 1775.
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Local News Roundup: Mecklenburg County manager's proposed budget; city workers concerned about pay; private school voucher supporter criticizes NC
17/05/2024 Duración: 50minMecklenburg County Manager Dena Diorio presents next year's proposed budget. Charlotte city workers have concerns about pay. A private school voucher supporter says North Carolina has gone too far. And the Carolina Panthers will play in Germany. Mike Collins and guests go through this week's biggest local and regional news.