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Getting your day in Charlotte started on the right foot. New episodes M-F.

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Latest Episodes

Border Patrol assault, Day 6; another company moves HQ to Charlotte; Panthers fans rollercoaster season

Border Patrol assault on Charlotte continues; organizations mobilize; local NASCAR team owner sells vehicles to ICE; new episode of The Forgotten; After Helene

Border Patrol Czar in Charlotte; arrests continue; Carolina Migrant Network training volunteers to spot agents

US Border PAtrol arrives in Charlotte; know your rights; Charlotte-based bank back-to-the-office order; Panthers win; Johnson C Smith in the D2 playoffs.

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Recent Guests

Estella Patterson
Incoming police chief of Charlotte, former deputy chief in Charlotte, and former chief of police in Raleigh.
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department
Episode: Monday, November 3, 2025
Daniela Isurrieta
President and CEO of LAWA
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Episode: Monday, October 13, 2025
Martina Navratilova
Tennis legend and activist
Carolina Ascent
Episode: Tuesday, September 30, 2025
Hayden Clarkin
Social media transportation influencer
Episode: Friday, September 26, 2025
Brandi Joines
Interim executive director at Angels and Sparrows
Angels and Sparrows
Episode: Thursday, September 25, 2025
Dr. Carlos Jorge
Entrepreneur running Companion Health
Companion Health
Episode: Monday, September 22, 2025
Natalie Simmons Jorge
Entrepreneur operating Companion Health alongside her husband
Companion Health
Episode: Monday, September 22, 2025
Sheriff Gary McFadden
Sheriff of Mecklenburg County
Mecklenburg County Sheriff's Office
Episode: Friday, September 19, 2025
Shannon Benz
Guest from Sustained Charlotte
Episode: Thursday, September 18, 2025

Hosts

Brian Baltasiewicz
Host and presenter, primarily focusing on delivering local news and updates.
Amy
Co-host, contributing to discussions and providing insights on community matters.
Stuart Watson
Co-host and participant in discussions, providing a lively and engaging presentation of local news.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 10 ratings
  • Why?

    Congratulations team on your first year anniversary! Most of what I look forward to hearing is great content.

    My disappointment lies with the increasing level of Stuart’s personal and political views. Please remember this is CLT1st and not Stuart1st.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    DaveO28105
    United Statesa year ago
  • Garbaging gambling podcast

    It started out ok, but now it dedicates more time to trying to get you to gamble on their preferred app than on any of the actual news stories. It’s really too bad since it had so much potential.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    PS7497
    United States2 years ago
  • A welcome addition!

    Charlotte’s FIRST Monday through Friday daily local news podcast with minimal murder and mayhem!

    An emphasis on solution oriented journalism … curating local sources like:

    The Charlotte Ledger

    QCity Metro

    Queen City Nerve

    The Charlotte Post

    WFAE

    One stop shopping in 8 minutes or less.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Stu@CLT
    United States2 years ago
  • What a great idea for a show!

    I’ll listen every morning while I make my coffee! Fun, light, informative and bite-sized! Marvelous!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Johnny Millwater
    United States2 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the concise daily news updates that keep them informed about local issues and events.
Some feedback notes that the hosts sometimes share personal opinions, which may not align with all listeners' perspectives, leading to mixed feelings about the show's direction.
The podcast is praised for its enjoyable and engaging format, perfect for starting the day with valuable information.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Monday, March 3, 2025
Q: What did you see in Western North Carolina?
Sarah describes shocking levels of devastation that remained four months after the storm.
Monday, March 3, 2025
Q: How did this podcast come to be?
Sarah Blake Morgan shares that the idea sparked after seeing social media posts about ongoing suffering in North Carolina.
Friday, January 24, 2025
Q: How does a move like this affect local viewers, especially in a breaking, severe weather situation?
It is likely to have a negative impact on the timeliness and relevance of weather information provided to local viewers during critical moments.
Friday, January 24, 2025
Q: Why is this an important decision by Allen Media Group?
The elimination of local meteorologists raises concerns about safety and the quality of local weather coverage during emergencies.
Friday, December 6, 2024
Q: How do I get in? How do I get a ticket?
You want to go to bin2024.eventbrite.com.

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Focusing primarily on local Charlotte news, this podcast offers a daily roundup of relevant events and community updates. Topics vary from political developments, public health issues, local business features, and community engagements, providing listeners with a comprehensive view of life in Charlotte. There's a strong emphasis on solution-oriented journalism and community-centric stories, aiming to foster a sense of involvement among listeners. The style combines lighthearted commentary with serious topics, which likely contributes to its appeal as an essential start to the listener's day.

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1. The Charlotte Ledger Podcast
2. Shaping Charlotte
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CLT1st launched 2 years ago and published 489 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on CLT1st include:

1. Estella Patterson
2. Daniela Isurrieta
3. Martina Navratilova
4. Hayden Clarkin
5. Brandi Joines
6. Dr. Carlos Jorge
7. Natalie Simmons Jorge
8. Sheriff Gary McFadden

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