Charlotte Talks With Mike Collins
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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, growth, the 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. Learn more about Charlotte Talks.
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Latest Episodes
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Charlotte City Council considers another change to the 2040 plan and moves ahead with plans for a Hornets practice facility. And Pineville approves a controversial substation. Those stories and more.
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Fake news is a phrase that's enveloped our politics over the last decade. A recent Ipsos poll found most people, regardless of ideology, blame social media, cable news and politicians for its rise. As for what qualifies as fake news, it depends on who you ask. We’ll examine the evolving role fake news and misinformation play in our society, how they're influencing this year's election, and how they impact the future.
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Charlotte SHOUT!, a celebration of art, culture and community, begins this weekend. It's billed as an “inclusive and inspirational sensory feast for all ages.” Last year, nearly 2 million people ventured uptown during this 17-day event, and they’re hoping to beat that number this year. Meet some of the people responsible, a London artist, and hear about the economic impact of this event.
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Award-winning writer Kelly Barnhill tells her story of perseverance and of triumph over a brain injury that left her unable to put words together.
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On 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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TikTok backlash, the cause of a roller coaster crack, bald eagles at Piper Glen and March Madness in Charlotte. Those stories and more with Mike Collins and local journalists on the Local News Roundup.
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Your work schedule is probably full of meetings! On Charlotte Talks, expert and organizational psychologist Steven Rogelberg will talk about making 1:1 meetings better, productive and even pleasant.
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On the next Charlotte Talks, the true story of a life ignited by fire, resulting in third-degree burns over 90% of Connor McKemey’s body.
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It's been nearly two years since the Dobbs decision overturned Roe v. Wade. Reproductive healthcare remains in a state of confusion. Here, the state passed a law that bans abortion in most cases after 12 weeks and includes additional requirements for those seeking the procedure. We discuss the impact thus far and what the future might hold.
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On the next Charlotte Talks, the state of day care. How to shop for a day care center, how to budget for it, and why the waiting lists are so long.