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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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50:31

First heat wave of the summer hits Charlotte; how...

Charlotte Talks With Mike Collins ·

2025/06/26

Much of the central and eastern U.S. is sweltering under dangerously hot and humid conditions, with temperatures near 100 degrees. The heat index in Charlotte is as high as 108 during the first heat wave of the summer. We examine the impact of excessive heat on health, how to stay safe, and why Mecklenburg is one of North Carolina's hardest-hit counties.

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50:32

Examining the impact of protest movements

Charlotte Talks With Mike Collins ·

2025/06/25

The recent "No Kings" protests resulted in millions of people assembling around the country to take issue with the Trump administration. It’s a constitutional right for people to peaceably assemble and petition the government for a redress of grievances. But do these efforts change things? Do they work? A look at the history of protests.

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50:36

Local News Roundup: Charlotte City Council update;...

Charlotte Talks With Mike Collins ·

2025/06/13

A lot of activity this week on Charlotte City Council, bills over immigration and transit move through the General Assembly, and the Charlotte Checkers take on the Abbotsford Canucks in the Calder Cup Finals.

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50:32

The science and skepticism behind fluoride in NC...

Charlotte Talks With Mike Collins ·

2025/06/12

On the next Charlotte Talks, we explore the science and questioning of adding fluoride to drinking water supplies.

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50:30

Trump's 'big, beautiful bill' and what it could mean...

Charlotte Talks With Mike Collins ·

2025/06/11

Last month, the House passed President Trump’s “big, beautiful bill,” which includes tax cuts, Medicaid and food stamp restrictions, border security funding and more. As the bill moves to the Senate, we take a closer look at it and at how Trump’s policies are affecting North Carolina and its lawmakers.

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50:32

Previewing the Carolina Ascent postseason

Charlotte Talks With Mike Collins ·

2025/06/04

Carolina Ascent FC are the top seed heading into the USL Super League's inaugural postseason. We're joined by two players to discuss the team chemistry, success and what needs to happen for it all to continue. We also speak with two writers to put the Ascent's season in perspective with the growing soccer culture in the Queen City.

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50:32

Local News Roundup: City Council drama; Ardrey Kell's...

Charlotte Talks With Mike Collins ·

2025/05/30

CMPD Chief Johnny Jennings releases details of his settlement with the city and says he will retire at the end of the year. Ardrey Kell parents want more transparency from CMS after the principal is suspended. The Trump administration is suing North Carolina over voter registration records, and the CIAA will not bring its basketball tournaments back to Charlotte.

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50:32

Foreign adversaries sow division in local...

Charlotte Talks With Mike Collins ·

2025/05/28

For years, foreign adversaries have worked to spread misinformation. The German Marshall Fund found that Russia, China and others are becoming more effective at it, targeting state and local governments. North Carolina is one of those targets, and social media is aiding the spread.

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50:32

Local News Roundup: Tiawana Brown indicted; the...

Charlotte Talks With Mike Collins ·

2025/05/23

Charlotte City Council member Tiawana Brown faces federal charges, the N.C. state auditor announced an investigation into a reported settlement between Charlotte and CMPD Chief Johnny Jennings, and Mecklenburg County celebrates the 250th anniversary of the Meck Dec.

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50:32

A conversation with Russ Ferguson, new U.S. attorney...

Charlotte Talks With Mike Collins ·

2025/05/22

Russ Ferguson was appointed shortly after President Trump took office this year. He leads an office of nearly 100 federal prosecutors and support personnel serving 32 counties. We talk about his priorities as U.S. attorney, including eliminating cartels, reducing drug trafficking, violent crime and more.

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50:31

Local News Roundup: Jennings dispute fallout; CMS-ICE...

Charlotte Talks With Mike Collins ·

2025/05/16

The fallout continues over a reported settlement with CMPD Chief Johnny Jennings. The CMS board speaks out after ICE detains a man near Charlotte East Language Academy. Allison Riggs is officially sworn in to her state Supreme Court seat, and the PGA Championship comes to Charlotte this weekend.

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50:34

A conversation with Mo Green, NC's superintendent of...

Charlotte Talks With Mike Collins ·

2025/05/15

On the next Charlotte Talks, a conversation with Mo Green, North Carolina’s state superintendent. Green, a Democrat, defeated Republican Michele Morrow in a highly contentious race in November. We find out how he’s approaching the job — and meeting parents, students and teachers where they are.

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50:31

What changes to executive power mean for the future...

Charlotte Talks With Mike Collins ·

2025/05/14

Constitutionally, North Carolina’s governor has little power compared to other states. Recently, the Republican-controlled General Assembly has made moves to take away even more power. While legal questions about these moves remain, we look at what these attempts mean for the future of how our state government operates.

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50:31

Trump supports full federal recognition of the Lumbee...

Charlotte Talks With Mike Collins ·

2025/05/13

On the next Charlotte Talks, the Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina has asked for federal recognition for decades. Could the Trump administration be the answer?

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50:32

PGA Championship preview: Charlotte hosts golf's...

Charlotte Talks With Mike Collins ·

2025/05/12

The PGA Championship returns to Charlotte, bringing the world's top golfers to Quail Hollow. We preview the tournament with organizer insights, and cover everything from players to watch to the local impact on the economy and tourism.

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50:35

A look at Trump's first 100 days in office during his...

Charlotte Talks With Mike Collins ·

2025/04/29

This week marks the 100th day of the second Trump administration — time Donald Trump has used to make good on many of his promises: deporting migrants, slashing government agencies, and taking aim at diversity initiatives. But he hasn’t reduced inflation. He hasn’t ended the war in Ukraine. And the markets are in turmoil. Public opinion is also down. We look at what’s transpired, and the impact here and worldwide.

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50:38

Cuts at the federal level span almost all agencies —...

Charlotte Talks With Mike Collins ·

2025/04/28

On the next Charlotte Talks, we explore the fallout from the Trump administration’s cuts to college and university research funding, with a focus on what’s happening right here in Charlotte.

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50:35

Local News Roundup: CMS budget; Riggs-Griffin latest;...

Charlotte Talks With Mike Collins ·

2025/04/25

The CMS Board of Education approves a $2.1 billion budget, the latest in the Riggs-Griffin election case, Catholics across the region react to the death of Pope Francis, and Charlotte FC is on top of the Eastern Conference and hasn't lost at home this season.

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50:35

Griffin-Riggs: Where the nation's only unresolved...

Charlotte Talks With Mike Collins ·

2025/04/24

We take a deep dive into the race for the North Carolina Supreme Court. It’s in the middle of a court battle, where the outcome could be precedent setting. We discuss how we got here and what’s at stake.

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50:38

What you need to know about the implementation of the...

Charlotte Talks With Mike Collins ·

2025/04/23

On the next Charlotte Talks, the clock is ticking. The federal government says it will finally begin enforcing the national Real ID law beginning May 7. What to know and how to prepared, both at the DMV and the airport.

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