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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.

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On the next Charlotte Talks, a story of the courage and tenacity it sometimes takes to open doors. It’s a story set in 1950, before Martin Luther King, Jr. was a household name, before Rosa Parks refused to give up her seat on a bus. It is the story ... more

North Carolina’s outdoor industry continues to grow and contributed nearly $18 billion to the state’s economy in 2024. We explore what’s behind this boom, how to increase accessibility and participation, and practical tips for staying safe outdoors —... more

The Civil War was the deadliest conflict in American history. Yet more than 160 years later, its legacy is still being written, and one historian argues a key part of that legacy involves free people of color. At the beginning of the war, nearly half... more

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Karen Gray Houston
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Author of Daughter of the Boycott
Episode: Journalist Karen Gray Houston shares her family's story in 'Daughter of the Boycott: Carrying On a Montgomery Family's Civil Rights Legacy'
Keith Cradle
Founder of Camping With Cradle
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Episode: NC’s outdoor recreation economy heats up, plus tips on exploring outside and staying safe this summer
Ash Morgan
Professor of economics, director of the Center for Economic Research and Policy Analysis
Appalachian State University
Episode: NC’s outdoor recreation economy heats up, plus tips on exploring outside and staying safe this summer
Greg Batts
Biologist, district biologist
North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission
Episode: NC’s outdoor recreation economy heats up, plus tips on exploring outside and staying safe this summer
Warren Miltier
Author and historian
George Washington University
Episode: ‘Out of This Strife’ author argues free people of color played a major role in Civil War
Tricia Stafford-Odom
Head coach of the Charlotte Crown, Upshot League
Upshot League / Charlotte Crown
Episode: Charlotte Crown coach joins us to discuss the team’s debut, and we take a timeout to talk Hurricanes, Hornets and more
Zachary Turner
Climate reporter
WFAE
Episode: Local News Roundup: City Council presses pause on new data centers; DeCarlos Brown deemed incompetent, again; Carolina Hurricanes press forward in Stanley Cup Final
David Hodges
Investigative reporter
WBTV
Episode: Local News Roundup: City Council presses pause on new data centers; DeCarlos Brown deemed incompetent, again; Carolina Hurricanes press forward in Stanley Cup Final
Hunter Sines
Anchor/reporter
WSOC TV
Episode: Local News Roundup: City Council presses pause on new data centers; DeCarlos Brown deemed incompetent, again; Carolina Hurricanes press forward in Stanley Cup Final

Host

Mike Collins
Host of Charlotte Talks

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 202 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 States2 years 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 States2 years 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 States3 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.

    Contras... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    BTBost
    United States3 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 States3 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the depth and relevance of local policy discussions.
The roundups and expert guests help demystify complex budget and governance topics.

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Charlotte Crown coach joins us to discuss the team’s debut, and we take a timeout to talk Hurricanes, Hornets and more
Q: What's that like to play the same teams over and over again? How does that change the calculus as a coach?
The coach explains that frequent matchups help with tactical improvements, emphasize preparation, and goal of establishing an inaugural leadership and competitive identity for the franchise.
New report details the challenges facing low-income families in North Carolina
Q: What stories or examples illustrate ALICE in Mecklenburg County?
Real-world examples include workers such as delivery drivers and baristas who are technically employed but still can't afford housing or childcare; the survival budget numbers show the wage needed to meet basic needs, far above minimum wage.
New report details the challenges facing low-income families in North Carolina
Q: What makes the ALICE measure different from the federal poverty level?
ALICE accounts for actual local costs of basic necessities in each county and uses a household survival budget to compare against income, whereas the federal poverty level is a single national threshold that often misrepresents local cost of living.
From PFAS to data centers, the challenges facing North Carolina's water systems
Q: What are the political dynamics around water and data centers at the local level?
Locally, water is not as politicized as federal debates, though data centers provoke concerns about transparency and the impact on water supplies; some towns have pursued stricter local actions and interconnections to bolster resilience.
From PFAS to data centers, the challenges facing North Carolina's water systems
Q: How do you see the governance and regulatory landscape affecting water protections—state versus federal roles?
There is tension between the Department of Environmental Quality and the Environmental Management Commission, with the commission blocking some health-protective rules and shifting toward voluntary measures lacking enforcement, creating gaps in protections.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Charlotte Talks With Mike Collins

What is Charlotte Talks With Mike Collins about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show serves as a deeply local roundtable and interview format that concentrates on Charlotte and North Carolina governance, budget battles, education funding, housing and development, and regional infrastructure—often pairing policymakers with reporters and subject-matter experts. Episodes blend live panel discussion with in-depth interviews on timely issues like state budgets, school funding, data-center governance, climate and drought impact, and the dynamics of local leadership, yielding practical perspectives for listeners who want to understand how policy and politics affect the Charlotte region. A standout trait is the proven ability to connect national trends to local outcomes through diverse guests, including politicians, journa... more

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