20 episodes
Charlotte Talks With Mike Collins WFAE
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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.
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Howl in delight: WFAE's Tommy Tomlinson's new book 'Dogland' is out now
On the next Charlotte Talks, our own Tommy Tomlinson shares what he discovered on his three-year quest to find out if show dogs are happy.
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More than fine: A conversation with Indigo Girls' Amy Ray and Emily Saliers
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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What are the current priorities and goals of the Mecklenburg County Commissioners? We check in to find out
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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In the Eye of the Storm: A conversation from WFAE's Carolinas Climate Summit
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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Local News Roundup: CMPD says homicides are up; new Ballantyne development; Wegmans coming to the Queen City
On this week's local news roundup: homicides are up in Charlotte this year by 31%. A new development is coming to Ballantyne with housing and a new school. Plus – the popular grocery store Wegmans is coming. Those stories and more.
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Author Charles Frazier discusses his book 'The Trackers'
Set amid the Great Depression, the novel tells the story of a painter who travels to a rural town in Wyoming. Guest host Erik Spanberg sits down with Frazier to discuss the book, Frazier's past work and the role North Carolina plays in his writing.