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The Broadside

Each week, The Broadside highlights a story from the heart of the American South and asks why it matters to you. From news to arts and culture, we dive into topics that might not be on a front page, but deserve a closer look. Along the way, we explore the nuances of our home—and how what happens here ripples across the country. Hosted by Anisa Khalifa, The Broadside is a production of North Carolina Public Radio-WUNC. Find it every Thursday wherever you listen to podcasts.

  1. 3 DAYS AGO

    A Day in the Life: The artist

    This week we're launching a new kind of episode where we spend an ordinary day in the life of someone doing something extraordinary. Join us as we tag along with renowned North Carolina-based muralist Dare Coulter while she works to bring a very big and very public artistic vision to life. Featuring:  Dare Coulter, professional artist and muralist Links:  View Anisa and Charlie’s horse drawings here. You can find a transcript of this episode here. Check out more of Dare's artwork on her Instagram and Facebook. Donate: The Broadside is made possible by contributions from listeners like you. Support WUNC-North Carolina Public Radio and this podcast by making a donation here. Sign up for WUNC's new Politics Newsletter here.

    21 min

  2. 31 OCT

    The weirdest and wildest political stories

    It’s Election Week in America–and if you’re like us, you’re probably a little burned out with politics. So we’re offering up something different. This week, we ask three veteran political reporters a single question: what’s the most bizarre story you've ever covered? Featuring:  Barry Yeoman, freelance writer and contributor at The Assembly Jim Morrill, former politics reporter at the Charlotte Observer Dawn Vaughan, Capitol Bureau Chief at The News & Observer Special thanks this week goes out to WUNC’s Colin Campbell and Kate Sheppard of The Assembly. Links:  Read about the 1996 "political campaign" of Jolene Strickland at The Assembly here. Check out Dawn's story about Diet Sun Drop soda at The News & Observer here. You can find a transcript of this episode here. Donate: The Broadside is made possible by contributions from listeners like you. Support WUNC-North Carolina Public Radio and this podcast by making a donation here. Sign up for WUNC's new Politics Newsletter here.

    21 min

  3. 24 OCT

    Why it's so hard to find a good couch

    Known as the "Furniture Capital of the World," North Carolina is famous for its high-quality furniture. And for over a century, it's been the heartbeat of the American furniture industry. But in recent decades, that business has changed dramatically, decimating the workforce and leaving average American consumers with two less-than-ideal options: high-end luxury products or cheap and mostly disposable mass-produced stuff. Featuring:  Zaki Khalifa, former owner of Zaki Oriental Rugs in High Point, NC Tammy Nagum, President and CEO of the High Point Market Authority Federico Contigiani, President of Hickory Chair Matt Hartman, reporter at The Assembly Thanks to the team at the High Point Market Authority for their help during Market week, especially Ben Muller. Special thanks also this week to NC State Libraries' Special Collections Research Center. Links:  Check out Matt’s reporting on the evolution of North Carolina furniture. You can find a transcript of this episode here. Donate: The Broadside is made possible by contributions from listeners like you. Support WUNC-North Carolina Public Radio and this podcast by making a donation here. Sign up for WUNC's new Politics Newsletter here.

    22 min

  4. 23 OCT

    Bonus episode: Let's go to the fair!

    The North Carolina State Fair is one of the largest and oldest state fairs in the United States, drawing nearly a million people each year. And it's in full swing right now. We went yesterday and brought you back some funnel cake. Donate: The Broadside is made possible by contributions from listeners like you. Support WUNC-North Carolina Public Radio and this podcast by making a donation here. Sign up for WUNC's new Politics Newsletter here.

    5 min

  5. 17 OCT

    Is it becoming too hot to work?

    The South is seeing the effects of a warming climate. 2024 was the hottest summer on record for much of the region. For people who work outside, it’s making jobs more difficult, dangerous... and even deadly. This week, we chat with two journalists from WUNC-North Carolina Public Radio about their multi-part series Scorched Workers, which examines the impact of rising heat on outdoor workers in North Carolina. Special thanks goes out to WUNC's Elizabeth Baier. Featuring:  Aaron Sánchez-Guerra, Race, Class & Communities Reporter at WUNC Celeste Gracia, Environment Reporter at WUNC Links:  Check out Aaron and Celeste’s series Scorched Workers. You can find a transcript of this episode here. Donate: The Broadside is made possible by contributions from listeners like you. Support WUNC-North Carolina Public Radio and this podcast by making a donation here. Sign up for WUNC's new Politics Newsletter here.

    21 min

  6. 10 OCT

    Hurricanes, helicopters and how we help

    Hurricane Helene ravaged the Southeast and brought unprecedented flooding to the mountains of western North Carolina. Helene is a devastating example of climate change’s impact on places like Appalachia, a region that poses unique challenges for relief and recovery.  Featuring:  Jay Price, Military Reporter at WUNC and The American Homefront Project Katie Myers, Climate Reporter at Blue Ridge Public Radio and Grist Links:  Follow Jay's reporting at WUNC Follow Katie's reporting at Blue Ridge Public Radio You can find a transcript of this episode here. Donate: The Broadside is made possible by contributions from listeners like you. Support WUNC-North Carolina Public Radio and this podcast by making a donation here. Sign up for WUNC's new Politics Newsletter here.

    23 min

  7. 3 OCT

    The art and alarming science of political ads

    This year, a record $12.3 billion will be spent on US political campaigns. The majority of that is earmarked for political advertising, particularly in battleground states like North Carolina. But where does that money go, and what exactly does it buy? The answers might surprise and alarm you. Featuring:  Colin Campbell, Capitol Bureau Chief at North Carolina Public Radio-WUNC Frank Eaton, ad maker and political consultant Brian Lewis, co-host of the Do Politics Better podcast, lobbyist and principal at New Frame Links:  You can find a transcript of this episode here. Donate: The Broadside is made possible by contributions from listeners like you. Support WUNC-North Carolina Public Radio and this podcast by making a donation here. Sign up for WUNC's new Politics Newsletter here.

    24 min

  8. 26 SEPT

    The gravestone grudge that changed cemetery law

    If you walk through a cemetery, you’ll see some common phrases on the gravestones. Many of them are used so often, we tend to take these very public remembrances for granted. But what happens when one *really* stands out and contains a false murder accusation? Featuring:  Margaret Martine, local historian and co-owner of Whippoorwill Academy and Village Max Longley, writer and contributor at Atlas Obscura Links:  Check out Max's article for Atlas Obscura and Margaret's story in the Wilkes Journal-Patriot.  You can find a transcript of this episode here. Donate: The Broadside is made possible by contributions from listeners like you. Support WUNC-North Carolina Public Radio and this podcast by making a donation here. Sign up for WUNC's new Politics Newsletter here.

    15 min
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Each week, The Broadside highlights a story from the heart of the American South and asks why it matters to you. From news to arts and culture, we dive into topics that might not be on a front page, but deserve a closer look. Along the way, we explore the nuances of our home—and how what happens here ripples across the country. Hosted by Anisa Khalifa, The Broadside is a production of North Carolina Public Radio-WUNC. Find it every Thursday wherever you listen to podcasts.

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  • Years Active
    2023 - 2024
  • Episodes
    61
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