Episodes

  • 'Back to the Future' co-creator Bob Gale discusses 'Back to the Future: The Musical'

    'Back to the Future' co-creator Bob Gale discusses 'Back to the Future: The Musical'
    Jul 16 2024
    Mike Collins meets Bob Gale, co-creator and screenwriter for the "Back to the Future" films — and the man who wrote the script for "Back to the Future: The Musical," now playing in Charlotte.
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    51 mins
  • Politics Monday: Previewing the Republican National Convention

    Politics Monday: Previewing the Republican National Convention
    Jul 15 2024
    We focus on the Republican National Convention, its presumptive nominee, his possible vice presidential nominee, and the party platform. Plus a document to change the nation: Project 2025.
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    51 mins
  • Local News Roundup: Shooting spree suspects in custody; Optimism from city manager on mobility; Copa America in Charlotte

    Local News Roundup: Shooting spree suspects in custody; Optimism from city manager on mobility; Copa America in Charlotte
    Jul 12 2024
    A rash of shootings in Charlotte as homicides continue to rise, bucking a national trend. Charlotte’s city manager is optimistic about our mobility plan but predicts a higher price tag. And an international soccer tournament comes to town. Mike Collins and guests discuss.
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    50 mins
  • Authors of 'The Fall of Roe' detail the reversal of the landmark ruling

    Authors of 'The Fall of Roe' detail the reversal of the landmark ruling
    Jul 11 2024
    It’s been two years since the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, which gave women the constitutional right to an abortion. Lisa Lerer and Elizabeth Dias, authors of "The Fall of Roe," join guest host Erik Spanberg to talk about how it happened and its ongoing impact.
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    51 mins
  • As sweltering temperatures continue, how to stay healthy and prepare for the future

    As sweltering temperatures continue, how to stay healthy and prepare for the future
    Jul 10 2024
    It’s hot and getting hotter. What’s being done to help municipalities be better prepared for the hotter temperatures climate change is ushering in?
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    51 mins
  • What's the cost of being a whistleblower? Author Carl Elliott knows.

    What's the cost of being a whistleblower? Author Carl Elliott knows.
    Jul 9 2024
    On the next Charlotte Talks, doing the right thing can often be costly for those calling out a wrong others would like concealed. We hear from a whistleblower about that cost and what makes it worth it.
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    51 mins
  • Politics Monday: Are recent national headlines impacting the presidential campaign in NC?

    Politics Monday: Are recent national headlines impacting the presidential campaign in NC?
    Jul 8 2024
    Both Trump and Biden believe they can win North Carolina this fall. With recent Supreme Court decisions and issues facing both candidates, who has the upper hand?
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    51 mins
  • Charlotte faith leaders learn lessons from Northern Ireland, unite to avoid more political violence in America

    Charlotte faith leaders learn lessons from Northern Ireland, unite to avoid more political violence in America
    Jul 5 2024
    A group of Charlotte faith leaders went to Northern Ireland to understand The Troubles. They join Mike Collins to discuss what they learned and how it can be applied to the United States.
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    51 mins