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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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Latest Episodes

While sports betting has been debated in North Carolina for years, bets on the midterm elections are raising new concerns about prediction markets. We discuss the ethics of election prediction markets, whether they constitute gambling or a new financ... more

Charlotte is experiencing a bookstore boom, despite rates of reading for pleasure being down nationally. We explore the impact of AI use, social media and more on traditional literacy.

Charlotte City Council hears from the public about a proposal to extend the ban on new data centers, six CMPD Officers are at risk of being fired in the wake of racist text messages, and weeks after CMS Superintendent Crystal Hill is fired, parents a... more

Leadership changes and questions about how Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools is governed have raised public concerns. We unpack the latest developments and explain what we know — and what we still don’t.

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Rose Horowitz
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Episode: How Charlotte's bookstore boom could impact low rates of adult literacy
Angela Wiseman
Associate Professor of Literacy Education
North Carolina State University
Episode: How Charlotte's bookstore boom could impact low rates of adult literacy
Ashley Mahoney
Reporter for Axios Charlotte
Axios Charlotte
Episode: How Charlotte's bookstore boom could impact low rates of adult literacy
Nicole Carr
Journalist and author of The Price of Exclusion, The Pursuit of Healthcare in a Segregated Nation
ProPublica / Author
Episode: Former ProPublica reporter investigates the lack of Black doctors in the U.S.
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
Reid Wilson
Secretary of the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality
North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality
Episode: DEQ Secretary Reid Wilson on Helene Recovery, PFAS and climate resiliency
Seth Harp
Author and investigative journalist, Iraq War veteran
Author of The Fort Bragg Cartel
Episode: 'Fort Bragg Cartel' author discusses drug trafficking and murders impacting the U.S. Special Forces
Susanne Dillingham
Owner of The Tiny Chef, author of The Secret Ingredients of Life
The Tiny Chef
Episode: A conversation with The Tiny Chef, Susanne Dillingham, about her new book 'Secret Ingredients of Life'
Jason Husser
Professor of Political Science and Public Policy; Director of the Elon Poll
Elon University
Episode: Voting absentee this midterm: National and statewide changes to mail-in voting

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Mike Collins
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Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 203 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 States3 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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Mostly informative and locally relevant, with strong roundups on regional issues.
Listener feedback highlights high-quality guests but notes occasional volume and pacing concerns.
Show is valued for deep dives into local politics, governance, and policy.

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DEQ Secretary Reid Wilson on Helene Recovery, PFAS and climate resiliency
Q: What does the state's focus on PFAS look like and how will the settlement funds be used?
Settlement funds are being allocated to local governments for water infrastructure projects to remove PFAS from drinking water and to ensure financial assurance for ongoing cleanup, with the state also directing a portion to its own DEQ programs.
DEQ Secretary Reid Wilson on Helene Recovery, PFAS and climate resiliency
Q: How prepared are mountain communities for El Niño and potential flooding?
Communities are more prepared than before, with plans and intergovernmental cooperation, but authorities emphasize that adequate funding and timely implementation are critical to address possible flooding and drought issues.
Local News Roundup: CMS begins classes amid leadership turmoil; Bovino makes stop in Charlotte; Graham wins SC U.S. Senate runoff
Q: What is the status of the CMS investigation report release?
The board approved releasing the investigation report, including the process, key lessons learned, and recommended governance improvements, with a September timeline for the release.
No Democrat has won a U.S. Senate seat in S.C. since 1998, Dr. Annie Andrews hopes to change that
Q: What makes you more qualified than your opponent?
Spending 20 years working in a children's hospital gives me a direct, practical perspective on problems families face, from healthcare access to education, and I've built a record of translating patient and family needs into policy and bipartisan actions.
Testosterone: How TRT is influencing our military and culture
Q: Is testosterone ever a shortcut to attractiveness or a substitute for hard work in building physique?
It may provide some physical changes, but it is not a substitute for exercise and healthy lifestyle, and chasing it as a shortcut has serious health and psychological ramifications.

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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?

A locally focused current-events program that brings together a rotating panel of reporters, researchers, and policymakers to discuss regional politics, governance, infrastructure, and social issues. Episodes frequently blend municipal and state-level developments with practical implications for residents—ranging from transportation and housing to education, public health, and literacy. A standout pattern is the mix of hard-news analysis, on-the-ground reporting, and expert context from academia, journalism, and government agencies, along with notable coverage of big local stories and national parallels. The show stands out for its robust Friday roundups and its emphasis on informatively connecting policy decisions to everyday life in the C... more

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