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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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50:32

Local News Roundup: Charlotte hires outside firm to...

Charlotte Talks With Mike Collins ·

2025/07/25

The city of Charlotte has hired an outside attorney to investigate allegations of unethical conduct on the City Council made earlier this year. Charlotte Civil Rights icon and a member of the legal team that ended racial segregation in education, James Ferguson, has died. The latest on North Carolina's Senate race and the Charlotte Hornets win the NBA's Summer League.

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50:31

Before the bell rings on a new school year, a...

Charlotte Talks With Mike Collins ·

2025/07/17

You may be vacationing, but the folks at CMS are hard at work getting ready for the next school year. It’s just around the corner and before the bell rings, we spend an hour with CMS Superintendent Dr. Crystal Hill to discuss the many concerns the district will face, including the presence of ICE agents, absenteeism, and the issue of frozen federal funds.

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50:30

A disappearing drawl: The changing sound of the South

Charlotte Talks With Mike Collins ·

2025/07/16

The Southern accent — one of the most recognizable in the country — appears to be fading. The shifting of the population seems to be causing us to lose our drawl and with it some of our identity. We explore the evolution of the various Southern accents, how they shape the way we talk today and how accents are a powerful symbol of belonging.

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48:29

The modern NAACP: Civil rights in a new era

Charlotte Talks With Mike Collins ·

2025/07/15

The Southern accent — one of the most recognizable in the country — appears to be fading. The shifting of the population seems to be causing us to lose our drawl and with it some of our identity. We explore the evolution of the various Southern accents, how they shape the way we talk today and how accents are a powerful symbol of belonging.

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50:32

A conversation with Larry Sprinkle

Charlotte Talks With Mike Collins ·

2025/07/14

Larry Sprinkle has been a fixture in Charlotte broadcasting for decades, most recently as the morning weatherman on WCNC. He is entering a new chapter in his long career, and we sit down with him to look back and ahead.

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50:34

The impact of Trump's immigration policies on the...

Charlotte Talks With Mike Collins ·

2025/07/02

Immigration has been at the center of President Trump's priorities in his second term. ICE agents have taken the streets, detaining people around courthouses, workplaces and community gathering spots. We break down the politics of these policies, whether support is waning and how it's impacting economies.

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50:30

Three years since the Dobbs decision: Where does...

Charlotte Talks With Mike Collins ·

2025/07/01

It's been three years since the Dobbs decision overturned Roe v. Wade, unleashing a wave of Southern states to enact restrictive bans against abortion. North Carolina enacted its own 12-week ban, but that hasn't stopped the state from emerging as a Southern hub for out-of-state abortion seekers. We discuss the state of abortion access and care in N.C.

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50:33

FIFA Club World Cup brings economic, cultural impact...

Charlotte Talks With Mike Collins ·

2025/06/30

The FIFA Club World Cup concludes its Charlotte stop Monday before continuing in other U.S. cities and wrapping up at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey next month. While the tournament drew fans eager to watch top international teams, it also faced challenges, including extreme heat and concerns over a possible ICE presence at games. The event offers a glimpse at the cultural and economic impact on Charlotte — and what it could signal for the city’s future as a host for major sporting events.

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50:14

What does Charlotte FC have to do to get back on top...

Charlotte Talks With Mike Collins ·

2025/06/24

They got off to a strong start and reached first place in the Eastern Conference, but then came injuries. Several players have also been called up to the U.S. National Team. Good for them, challenging for us. On the next Charlotte Talks, we take stock of the season so far.

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50:30

Selling the South: How 'Southern' brands become part...

Charlotte Talks With Mike Collins ·

2025/06/23

From a buttery Bojangles biscuit to a classic cold bottle of Cheerwine — these brands do not just sell a product, they sell the “South.” Through commercials, slogans and stories, we’re diving into the world of Southern brands and how they shape identity, nostalgia, and market the region to itself and all around the world.

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50:28

Local News Roundup: Transit bill clears House; More...

Charlotte Talks With Mike Collins ·

2025/06/20

The regional transit plan advances in the North Carolina House, new information is revealed about CMPD Chief Johnny Jennings, and the NAACP will not invite Trump to its convention in Charlotte.

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50:29

‘40 Acres and a Lie’ investigates broken land...

Charlotte Talks With Mike Collins ·

2025/06/19

We hear from the reporters who worked to reveal how dozens of Black families were denied intergenerational wealth when the federal government took their land after the Civil War.

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50:32

The latest from the General Assembly as Gov. Stein...

Charlotte Talks With Mike Collins ·

2025/06/18

As both chambers of the General Assembly negotiate a budget to send to Gov. Josh Stein, we examine the major sticking points in the House and Senate versions. Last Friday, Stein signed six bills into law, but did not take action on a concealed carry bill or two immigration bills. Since taking office, he has yet to issue a veto.

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50:32

10 years after the Mother Emanuel shooting, Malcolm...

Charlotte Talks With Mike Collins ·

2025/06/17

On the next Charlotte Talks, Charlotte City Council’s Malcolm Graham. Tuesday marks the 10th anniversary of the shooting at Mother Emanuel AME Church in Charleston. Graham’s sister was among the nine who were killed. Graham has put his reflections about that day into a new book, “The Way Forward: Keeping the Faith and Doing the Work Amid Hatred and Violence.”

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50:32

How artificial intelligence is shaping health care

Charlotte Talks With Mike Collins ·

2025/06/16

Artificial intelligence is weaving itself into many aspects of our lives, including medicine. We look at the promise and peril of that intersection.

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50:33

How will federal cuts impact hurricane season? Here's...

Charlotte Talks With Mike Collins ·

2025/06/10

Hurricane season is underway, with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration predicting above normal activity in the Atlantic.

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50:33

'Tourists go home!': Overtourism and the rise of...

Charlotte Talks With Mike Collins ·

2025/06/09

Tourism has long been seen as mutually beneficial — allowing travelers to experience new communities and cultures, while also boosting local economies. However, in recent years, the volume of global travel has sparked growing backlash in destinations big and small.

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50:19

Local News Roundup: Catawba County mass shooting;...

Charlotte Talks With Mike Collins ·

2025/06/06

Arrests have been made in connection with a mass shooting in Catawba County. CMPD Chief Johnny Jennings survived a vote of no confidence by the Fraternal Order of Police. Mecklenburg County officials are calling for civility after crickets were released during a commissioners meeting. And there’s a lot to like in Charlotte sports right now.

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50:33

Coach Dawn Staley reveals personal parts of herself...

Charlotte Talks With Mike Collins ·

2025/06/05

Dawn Staley has shattered expectations at every level of women’s basketball. She’s an Olympic gold medalist, WNBA All-Star and considered the architect of the South Carolina Gamecocks women’s basketball team. She joins us to discuss her new book, "Uncommon Favor."

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50:31

Historian Tom Hanchett tackles affordable housing in...

Charlotte Talks With Mike Collins ·

2025/06/03

Housing has been a challenge in Charlotte with the city struggling to balance growth and affordability. Historian Tom Hanchett explains in his new book how policymakers and advocates have wrestled with this issue for decades. Hanchett joins us to discuss the history of housing policy in the region and how Charlotte can do better.

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