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. If something is of interest to the Charlotte region, listeners and leaders know the topic is bound to be discussed on Charlotte Talks. Follow along: @CharlotteTalks.

Charlotte Talks With Mike Collins is a arts podcast hosted by Unknown Host, with 20 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Unknown Host hosts Charlotte Talks With Mike Collins, a arts show with 20 episodes published.

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  Local news roundup: CMS turmoil continues; Charlotte passes teen curfew; Mooresville's mayor leaves office; Carolinas Senate races hit final stretch

  Oct 2, 202652 min

  The fallout over the firing of CMS Superintendent Crystal Hill continues with dissension on the board and another CMS executive staff resignation; Charlotte City Council passes a new 10 p.m. curfew for teens under 18; Mooresville Mayor Chris Carney is out, and, with Election Day a month away, U.S. Senate races in both Carolinas are in the spotlight.

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  Voting absentee this midterm: National and statewide changes to mail-in voting

  Oct 1, 202652 min

  Mail-in or absentee voting for the midterms began in North Carolina in early September. Though not as popular as early or Election Day voting, it provides important access for many, but there have been numerous attempts to curtail mail-in voting and call into question the legitimacy of votes cast in this way. We take a look at those efforts, the new rules in place and what’s behind these efforts.

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  New book traces Pat McCrory's path from Charlotte's longest-serving mayor to governor

  Sep 30, 202652 min

  Pat McCrory is one of the most consequential and polarizing political figures in North Carolina history. From mayor of Charlotte to governor of North Carolina, McCrory spent nearly two decades shaping the city before a turbulent term as governor that transformed his career and public image. Journalist and columnist Andrew Dunn focuses on McCrory’s rise, reckoning and legacy in the book, “The Change Agent.”

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  Can courage bridge America’s political divide? A Marine veteran shares his take from his new book, 'Courage Can Save Us'

  Sep 29, 202651 min

  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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  NC has three constitutional amendments on the ballot this fall. What you need to know

  Sep 28, 202652 min

  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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