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Charlotte Talks With Mike Collins

Charlotte Talks With Mike Collins

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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. Daily Politics & Government Social Sciences Travel Writing & Commentary
Episodes
  • Local News Roundup: Crystal Hill out; I-77 tolls in; Tiawana Brown sentenced; another Wegmans on the horizon?

    Local News Roundup: Crystal Hill out; I-77 tolls in; Tiawana Brown sentenced; another Wegmans on the horizon?
    Sep 25 2026
    A week of ins and outs. The Charlotte Regional Transportation Planning Organization reverses their initial rejection of NCDOT’s I-77 toll lanes so, they’re in. CMS Superintendent Crystal Hill, though, is out. The school board fired her and Stephanie Sneed stepped down as chair with some board members saying the board is broken. Those stories and more with our roundtable of reporters.
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    52 mins
  • NC has three constitutional amendments on the ballot this fall. What you need to know

    NC has three constitutional amendments on the ballot this fall. What you need to know
    Sep 28 2026
    It's not just candidates on the ballot for North Carolinians this midterm election. Voters will also decide on three constitutional amendments. They affect state income taxes, property taxes, and voter ID. We break down why these issues are on the ballot and what you need to know as you make a decision.
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    52 mins
  • Can courage bridge America’s political divide? A Marine veteran shares his take from his new book, 'Courage Can Save Us'

    Can courage bridge America’s political divide? A Marine veteran shares his take from his new book, 'Courage Can Save Us'
    Sep 29 2026
    Political division is rampant. But what if courage, not just compromise, could help bring us back together? Marine Corps veteran and author Rye Barcott explores what we can learn from ten veterans who put principle ahead of party.
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    51 mins
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