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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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Mike Collins
Host of a local talk show that encompasses discussions of politics, arts, culture, and social issues.

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4.6 out of 5 stars from 197 ratings
  • One sided

    Seems like the show is scared to have a conservative pundit on to challenge the progressive panel on the weekly news roundup. Very one sided

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Scfire33
    United Statesa year ago
  • Topic on taxes 4/10

    I have never wrote a review before let me start with how important that is. This has the be the most thorough explanation of taxes and how they are here within the USA. It is a shame that our taxes have been turned to a tool of greed by outsourcing it to private companies. Our taxes do not need to be complicated. But I will say there should be a required class in school even in highschool since more and more kids are doing social media and need to report that income, and just “normal” jobs. I lo... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    OreoNerd
    United Statesa year ago
  • I love this podcast, but please turn up the volume

    I listen to this podcast a few times a week and love the content. Even on topics I’m less interested in, I am always pleasantly surprised. Mike Collins is great! My only issue is on Apple Podcasts the volume is so low, I have to turn the volume to almost twice other podcasts. I don’t want to be dramatic, but I sometimes skip the episode just because the volume is so low and I don’t want my eardrums blown out from either the ads or when the next podcast episode plays.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tiffanyo18
    United States2 years ago
  • Great roundtable, but otherwise getting exhausted with Mike’s interviewing style

    I’ve listened to Charlotte Talks for years and love Mike Collins as a personality, but his interviewing style overwhelms the conversation

    See if you notice if his questions to his guests are open-ended “probing” type questions, allowing them to expound, or whether those questions are simply a selection of “muktiple choice” answers.

    I’ve noticed that. the more passionate he is about the topic, the worse it gets. It’s almost like he's shaping the direction that the discussion will go.

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    Apple Podcasts
    3
    BTBost
    United States2 years ago
  • A love this show! Mike Collins asks the tough questions, the ones you as a listener would ask. This show is also informative and there’s nothing better than the Friday news roundup!

    Audible
    5
    KIKI
    United States2 years ago

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Criticism has been noted regarding the perceived bias of the discussions and the need for a wider array of political viewpoints.
Listeners appreciate the insightful discussions on local issues and the range of expert guests featured.
Many value the availability of local news and the in-depth exploration of community concerns, especially during relevant events.

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Local News Roundup: Queens, Elon announce merger; McFadden responds to accusations; latest on transit; Charlotte FC aims for 10 straight
Q: What are the allegations surrounding Sheriff McFadden?
The allegations include creating a toxic culture of retaliation and racism within the sheriff's department.
Local News Roundup: Queens, Elon announce merger; McFadden responds to accusations; latest on transit; Charlotte FC aims for 10 straight
Q: Was this the best-kept secret ever regarding the merger between Queens and Elon?
It was a pretty well-kept secret, as many were shocked that the news didn't leak during the talks.
Industry Update: Film industry in NC continues to grow, efforts to spread job opportunities across the state
Q: Where are most of the production professionals coming from?
Many professionals are being educated in local film schools and institutions, demonstrating the importance of local training and workforce development.
Industry Update: Film industry in NC continues to grow, efforts to spread job opportunities across the state
Q: Why is there a debate over film incentives?
The debate concerns whether the financial incentives yield a sufficient economic return to justify their existence.
Industry Update: Film industry in NC continues to grow, efforts to spread job opportunities across the state
Q: Is the increase in film production numbers in the state due to incentives?
Yes, the growth in film production is attributed largely to the incentives provided by the state.

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