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Charlotte Talks With Mike Collins

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.

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50:34

More than fine: A conversation with Indigo Girls' Amy...

Charlotte Talks With Mike Collins ·

2024/04/24

On the next Charlotte Talks, we’re joined by Amy Ray and Emily Saliers. You know them as The Indigo Girls. This highly successful duo is experiencing another peak in their career with one of their songs featured in Greta Gerwig’s hit film "Barbie." We talk about that and much more.

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50:17

What are the current priorities and goals of the...

Charlotte Talks With Mike Collins ·

2024/04/23

On the next Charlotte Talks, a conversation with three of the nine members of the Mecklenburg County Commission — about the challenges they face and their goals and priorities.

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50:33

In the Eye of the Storm: A conversation from WFAE's...

Charlotte Talks With Mike Collins ·

2024/04/22

The Carolinas are in the eye of the storm when it comes to feeling the impact of climate change. Mike Collins and guests discuss why and what’s being done about it.

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44:11

Local News Roundup: TikTok backlash, bald eagles at...

Charlotte Talks With Mike Collins ·

2024/03/22

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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40:42

Looking at the art and science of one-on-one meetings

Charlotte Talks With Mike Collins ·

2024/03/21

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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43:33

Burn survivor Connor McKemey shares his story of...

Charlotte Talks With Mike Collins ·

2024/03/20

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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42:48

The state of reproductive rights in NC and across the...

Charlotte Talks With Mike Collins ·

2024/03/19

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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50:30

When it comes to child care, how do parents find the...

Charlotte Talks With Mike Collins ·

2024/03/18

On the next Charlotte Talks, the state of daycare. How to shop for a day care center, how to budget for it, and why the waiting lists are so long.

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50:32

Checking in with CMS Superintendent Crystal Hill

Charlotte Talks With Mike Collins ·

2024/03/14

On the next Charlotte Talks, Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools Superintendent Crystal Hill in a conversation about the challenges she and other educators are facing in public education.

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50:32

Solutions to the racial wealth disparity in Charlotte...

Charlotte Talks With Mike Collins ·

2024/03/13

A look at how Black Americans have been disproportionately locked out of the home buying market and what some are attempting to do about it.

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50:34

Local News Roundup: Pat Cotham out after Super...

Charlotte Talks With Mike Collins ·

2024/03/08

A local upset on Super Tuesday. The Town of Matthews nixes Zoom participation in meetings. Congresswoman Alma Adams invites Mecklenburg Sheriff Garry McFadden to be her guest at the State of the Union. Mike Collins and guests will discuss those stories and more.

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50:37

New president of The Levine Museum of the New South...

Charlotte Talks With Mike Collins ·

2024/03/07

On the next Charlotte Talks, we speak with the new president of the Levine Museum of the New South, Richard Cooper, about where he’s been, where the museum is going and his vision for the future.

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50:31

A recap of Super Tuesday results and a look ahead to...

Charlotte Talks With Mike Collins ·

2024/03/06

We take a look at Super Tuesday election results here and in other states. We explore what message the voters sent and how it may impact November.

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50:35

'Landslide': How North Carolina influenced the...

Charlotte Talks With Mike Collins ·

2024/03/05

Mike Collins takes a look at an election in a charged political climate with a formidable Republican candidate and one that was a landslide — 1976.

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50:33

What to know so allergies don't keep you down this...

Charlotte Talks With Mike Collins ·

2024/03/04

On the next Charlotte Talks, allergy season is upon us. We hear what experts have to say about what to expect this spring.

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50:36

Local News Roundup: Berger and Moore talk Charlotte...

Charlotte Talks With Mike Collins ·

2024/03/01

On the local news roundup: The message from North Carolina leaders about Charlotte’s transit plan came in loud and clear this week: they really don’t like it. A town commission meeting in Matthews falls victim to our political zeitgeist with racist and homophobic comments. Super Tuesday is next week — what you need to know before you vote. And longtime City Council member Lynn Wheeler dies.

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50:15

Charlotte FC's season is off to a promising start. A...

Charlotte Talks With Mike Collins ·

2024/02/29

Charlotte FC’s third season began with a new coach and a win in front of over 62,000 at Bank of America Stadium last Saturday. It was the first time the team won its opening game. But some of Charlotte FC’s flashier players are gone. As they cultivate new talent, can the wins keep coming?

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