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Office Talk with Raleigh Magazine

Raleigh Magazine
Raleigh
Raleigh, United States
Real Estate
Raleigh Magazine
Village Tavern
Michelin Guide
Dress Codes
Housing Market
2024
2025
Village District
Food Industry
North Hills
Cocktail Classic
Best Bars
Montessori School Of Raleigh
Olde Raleigh Distillery
City Planning
Cystic Fibrosis
Gussie's

You may know Raleigh Magazine, but what you may not know is how we get our stories. It's all inside info from living our lives and having conversations in our city. You'd be surprised what people will tell us.

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Latest Episodes

What if $10 could help keep a family from losing its home? Raleigh Magazine’s fourth-annual Give Raleigh campaign is supporting seven local nonprofits working on the front lines of housing insecurity across Wake County—and Pinnacle Financial Partners... more

It's rant time. Publisher Gina Stephens and Editor-in-Chief Melissa Howsam take a break from the news to air their latest grievances—from blinding LED headlights and reply-all etiquette to Raleigh traffic headaches, windshield wiper fluid and one res... more

Foodie News is back—and Raleigh has given us plenty to discuss. Publisher Gina Stephens and Editor-in-Chief Melissa Howsam catch up on the restaurants, bars and breweries making moves in 2026, from buzzy openings and neighborhood newcomers to surpris... more

Raleigh is attracting bigger concert tours than ever—but is the city ready for them? Publisher Gina Stephens and Editor-in-Chief Melissa Howsam discuss the post-concert chaos surrounding recent Carter-Finley shows, why thousands of fans were left fru... more

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Recent Guests

Melissa Housam
Editor-in-Chief
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Todd Hancock
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Heidi Reed
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Heidi Reid
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Dave Rose
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Bill King
Downtown Raleigh business and development perspective
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Greg Sandroiter
Developer, HM Partners (built 400H and Sky House)
HM Partners
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Maggie Kane
Founder, A Place at the Table
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Carly Jones
CEO, Art Space
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Host

Gina Stevens
Host with Raleigh Magazine; frequent moderator across episodes; commonly covers editorial decisions and local culture.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 43 ratings
  • A Great Resource for Raleigh!

    Office Talk with Raleigh Magazine is a great listen for the latest and greatest of what's new and what's happening around the Raleigh area. I love learning about the newest spots in the area and what's coming as Raleigh continues to grow and develop.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mitchull
    United States2 years ago
  • Raleigh’s Best

    Love getting the back stories and inside scoop of Raleigh! Being in the car a lot this gives me the story when I can’t get to the magazine. Look forward to Tuesday when new episodes are dropped. Gina and Melissa are a great duo, entertaining and funny. Please keep it up!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Julifm95
    United States4 years ago
  • Feeling like a local

    I'm in Raleigh for work often. Thanks t Raleigh Mag (I subscribed) and this podcast I'm in the know for all the sinbest stops to go for a drink, eat food and get some business done. Thanks!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    B. ST
    United States4 years ago
  • Great source for all things Raleigh!

    Great listen if you want to inside scoop with what’s happening in Raleigh!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jasprimo
    United States4 years ago
  • Local insights with a fun flair!

    Love this podcast! These ladies are also wonderful storytellers and get me interested in topics I didn’t know I was interested in!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    taskrabbitlover5588
    United States4 years ago

Listeners Say

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Strong mix of culture and city planning chatter.
Lively hosts, credible guests, and local brands tied in nicely.
Gives great local color and insider vibe for Raleigh.

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Does Raleigh Have a Sign Problem?
Q: Are Raleigh's rules, policies keeping our city classy? Or is it killing creativity, making us boring?
Melissa argues the current rules aim to preserve visual order but may overly restrict creative expression; the conversation suggests rebalancing regulations to allow selective, character-defining signage while maintaining safety and clarity for pedestrians.
The Most Dangerous Roads in Raleigh
Q: What Raleigh road stresses you out the most when you drive or walk there?
Melissa explains that Capitol Boulevard often tops the list for stress due to its wide lanes, timing of lights, and frequent near-misses, while expressing a broader concern that downtown corridors vs. outlying areas require different safety solutions.
More Towers in Midtown?
Q: What has been learned from past developments like Ruth Chris and Six Forks regarding community response?
Past projects show that engagement and balancing preserving history with modern needs are crucial, and that effective communication with the public can influence whether projects move forward.
More Towers in Midtown?
Q: How do residents feel about the height increases versus existing density?
Opinions are mixed; some residents fear the visual and traffic impact of towers, while others support the idea that height can bring fresh vitality and better infrastructure if thoughtfully integrated.
More Towers in Midtown?
Q: What is the core change proposed for North Hills in the Midtown plan?
The plan seeks to increase building heights on five parcels while keeping overall density the same, aiming to create a taller, more vertical skyline with more public space and ground-floor activation.

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What is Office Talk with Raleigh Magazine about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A city-focused show centered on Raleigh's evolving culture, development, dining, and local happenings. Hosts interview editors, business leaders, real estate pros, and community figures to unpack editorial choices, neighborhood dynamics, transit projects, festival economics, and the balanced story behind downtown growth. Episodes blend insider perspectives with practical guidance for residents and newcomers, often tying coverage to local venues, events, and brands. The tone is engaging and proudly local, with a penchant for behind-the-scenes context, neighborhood flavor, and actionable insights for readers and visitors alike.

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Office Talk with Raleigh Magazine launched 4 years ago and published 231 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 Office Talk with Raleigh Magazine include:

1. Melissa Housam
2. Todd Hancock
3. Heidi Reed
4. Heidi Reid
5. Dave Rose
6. Bill King
7. Greg Sandroiter
8. Maggie Kane

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