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R&D in the NC

Tariq Scott Bokhari
Data Centers
Charlotte, United States
Charlotte
North Carolina
I-77
Raleigh
I-77 Toll Lanes
E-Bikes
Budget
Piedmont Natural Gas
Scooters
North Carolina Midterm Elections
VI Lyles
I-77 Toll Lane Project
Kinston
The Southern Group
Utilities Commission
Gas Tariffs and Rate Structure
Therms and Pass-Through Costs
Charlotte, North Carolina

R&D in the NC is a weekly conversation on how innovation, business, and public policy intersect to shape North Carolina’s future. Hosted by longtime civic leaders and entrepreneurs Tariq Bokhari and Larken Egleston, the show features candid discussions with founders, CEOs, public officials, and community changemakers working on the state’s biggest challenges and opportunities. From economic develo... more

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Charlotte City Council will select the city's next mayor on Monday, and State Senator Caleb Theodros is one of the five finalists still standing.

In this special edition of R&D in the NC, Caleb joins us for a long-form conversation about his backgro... more

With 69 applicants vying to become Charlotte's next interim mayor, only a handful are widely viewed as having a realistic path to the job. In this episode of R&D in the NC, we sit down with two members of what Larken Egleston has dubbed the "Serious ... more

Former Charlotte City Councilmember and Mecklenburg County Commission Chair Harold Cogdell joins us for a candid, long-form conversation as he seeks appointment as Charlotte’s next mayor.

With Mayor Vi Lyles stepping down and City Council preparing ... more

This week on R&D in the NC, Tariq Bokhari and Larken Egleston sit down with Charlotte City Councilwoman Renee Johnson, the driving force behind the controversial vote to rescind support for the I-77 South toll lane project.

Councilwoman Johnson walk... more

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Recent Guests

Rob Harrington
Attorney with extensive civic involvement; candidate for interim mayor
Law practice (Robinson &...); Serious 6
Episode: 2 More of Charlotte’s "Serious 6" Mayoral Contenders Join R&D in the NC
Mike Evans
Community figure with political campaign background
Public service / local campaigns
Episode: 2 More of Charlotte’s "Serious 6" Mayoral Contenders Join R&D in the NC
Harold Cogdell
Former county commissioner and city council member, candidate for interim mayor
Former Charlotte-area public official
Episode: Harold Cogdell: Why I Want to Be Charlotte’s Next Mayor
Renee Johnson
Councilwoman, District 4
City of Charlotte
Episode: The I-77 Revolt: Councilwoman Renee Johnson Explains What Happened
Dimple Ajmera
Councilwoman, Charlotte City Council
City of Charlotte
Episode: Councilwoman Dimple Ajmera Unfiltered: Data Center Chaos, Toll Lane Collapse & The Mayor Question
Dante Anderson
District One council member in Charlotte, former mayor pro tempore, public safety chair
City of Charlotte
Episode: I-77 Toll Lanes DEAD?! Councilwoman Dante Anderson Joins the Pod | R&D in the NC Ep. 16
Victoria Watlington
Councilwoman, PhD/MD/JD holder discussed on the show
City of Charlotte
Episode: Is Victoria Watlington Running for Mayor? Plus I-77 Toll Fallout & Data Center Moratorium
Malcolm Graham
Current city council member, former state senator, author
City of Charlotte / author of The Way Forward
Episode: We Asked Malcolm Graham Point Blank: Mayor Run? | R&D in the NC Ep. 12

Hosts

Tariq Bokhari
Host of the show; civic leader and entrepreneur with long-running involvement in R&D in the NC.
Larken Egleston
Co-host; former council member with strong community involvement and policy insight.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 130 ratings
  • I love these guys

    Really enjoyable podcast I love hearing these two guys share their opinions back-and-forth and have intelligent conversations. They really are a lot of fun to listen to.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Woke-is-a-joke!
    United States4 months ago
  • Cliffs Notes for civic engagement

    Tarqle and Larkey do a great job summarizing what’s going on and really opening the window into how government works. They also do a good job finding lots of common ground.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Not Graham Gano
    United States6 years ago
  • Great listen

    Very insightful look at the inner workings of Charlotte, and lighthearted enough to keep almost anyone regardless of political stance or background interested. Well done!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CLT_RDS
    United States6 years ago
  • Love It!

    When I first started listening, I knew nothing about Charlotte politics. I’ve learned a ton and even gotten involved in a rezoning on my street. I listen every week and wish more Charlotteans would too!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LizTroutman
    United States6 years ago
  • R&D

    Great insight to Charlotte inner-workings. Keep it up!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    G. Stewart_ATL
    United States6 years ago

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Civics with depth and accessible banter; balanced perspectives.
Listenable and informative even for newcomers to local politics.
Civil, thoughtful dialogue that models bipartisanship for public discourse.
Goes beyond headlines with behind-the-scenes governance context.

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The I-77 Revolt: Councilwoman Renee Johnson Explains What Happened
Q: How do you determine the will of the majority of District 4 residents when loud voices seem to dominate the conversation?
I lead from my heart, I listen, and I rely on data, community input, and the outcomes that best protect vulnerable residents, while balancing practicality and long-term needs.
Harold Cogdell: Why I Want to Be Charlotte’s Next Mayor
Q: What motivates you to consider returning to public office now?
Cogdell emphasizes the importance of the interim period, the potential to shift governance culture, and the opportunity to bring external leadership without a fixed political agenda, while acknowledging personal sacrifice and the impact on his life.

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R&D in the NC features two longtime civic leaders turning complex local policy into accessible dialogue, focusing on North Carolina's big-ticket issues from transportation to data centers and tax policy. Episodes frequently juxtapose policy analysis with behind-the-scenes governance, highlighting bipartisan problem-solving, data-driven planning, and accountability in public funds. Listeners can expect candid banter anchored by local government experience, practical implications for residents, and timely forecasts on elections and major infrastructure decisions. A standout is the clear, second-voice balance between hosts from different political perspectives, which often translates into nuanced takes and actionable takeaways for stakeholders... more

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Recent guests on R&D in the NC include:

1. Rob Harrington
2. Mike Evans
3. Harold Cogdell
4. Renee Johnson
5. Dimple Ajmera
6. Dante Anderson
7. Victoria Watlington
8. Malcolm Graham

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