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WPTF Morning News

WPTF FM 92.9 AM 680
Artificial Intelligence
Small Business Administration
Bayer
Cary Garden Tour
Guidegeek
Business Travel
Fortunate Sons
Keys For Kids NC
Financial Literacy
Hurricane Season
Lingokids
Gas Prices
Road Safety
Caregiving
Manufacturing
Capital One
Masculinity
Music Education
El Niño
Defensive Driving

The WPTF Morning News airs weekdays from 5-9 a.m. ET. Each morning, you will receive local and national news, sports, entertainment, and live traffic reports, along with interviews regarding local news that matters, with a focus on showcasing local businesses and people. Plus, the crew will assure to give you fun and entertaining segments to keep you tuned in all morning long!

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Dr. Mike Walden, William Neal Reynolds Distinguished Professor Emeritus at North Carolina State University and president of Walden Economic Consulting, joins Tony to discuss why municipalities across North Carolina are seeing budget deficits ranging ... more

North Carolina State Treasurer Brad Briner joins Tony to discuss efforts to create high school financial literacy clubs across the state and why building money management skills early is critical for the next generation of North Carolinians.

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Brad Briner
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North Carolina State Treasurer's Office
Episode: Brad Briner, North Carolina state treasurer, on a new financial literacy club initiative for high school students
Nick Petro
Warning Coordination Meteorologist
National Weather Service (Raleigh office)
Episode: Nick Petro, warning coordination meteorologist at the National Weather Service in Raleigh, on the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season forecast
Dr. Mona Amin
Board-certified pediatrician and Lingokids spokesperson, screen time educator
Lingokids
Episode: Dr. Mona Amin, board-certified pediatrician and Lingokids spokesperson, on screen time and healthy tech habits for young children
Ben Folds
Episode: Ben Folds, musician and North Carolina native, on his Keys for Kids concert and helping children discover music
John Bard Manulis
Producer of Fortunate Sons, documentarian
Fortunate Sons (documentary)
Episode: John Bard Manulis, producer of "Fortunate Sons," on masculinity, mental health and the new documentary
Lindsay Silberman
Founder of Hotel Lobby Candle
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Episode: Lindsay Silberman and Ami Vedak on how entrepreneurs are rethinking business travel
Ami Vedak
Managing Vice President at Capital One (Small Business Cards)
Capital One
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Maria Intscher-Owrang
Co-founder of Simplifyber
Simplifyber
Episode: Maria Intscher-Owrang, co-founder of Simplifyber, on the Raleigh startup reinventing sustainable manufacturing
Bob Passmore
Department Vice President, Personal Lines
American Property Casualty Insurance Association (APCIA)
Episode: Bob Passmore and Rebecca Weast on keeping teen drivers safe during the 100 Deadliest Days

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Lisa
Host of the morning show

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Tiffany Wright, AAA Carolinas spokesperson, on Memorial Day travel, gas prices and road safety
Q: What about gas prices—how should drivers respond?
Expect around $4.20 per gallon statewide; compare prices, plan routes with cheaper stops, and conserve fuel by reducing idle time and avoiding excess weight and speed.
Tiffany Wright, AAA Carolinas spokesperson, on Memorial Day travel, gas prices and road safety
Q: What should travelers keep in mind to stay safe on the roads?
Buckle up, obey laws, avoid distractions, practice tolerance and defensive driving, and be mindful of more novice drivers and road rage during peak times.
Tiffany Wright, AAA Carolinas spokesperson, on Memorial Day travel, gas prices and road safety
Q: How many people are expected to travel for Memorial Day this year?
About 1.2 million in North Carolina, with overall traffic expected to be heavy but manageable if travelers plan ahead and avoid peak times.
Ben Folds, musician and North Carolina native, on his Keys for Kids concert and helping children discover music
Q: What impact have donations had since 2022, and how are proceeds used?
He notes that donations have totaled about $300,000 and are used to fund Keys for Kids activities, cover crew costs, and support associated nonprofits, with a focus on ensuring that the majority of proceeds benefit the kids and their access to music education.
Ben Folds, musician and North Carolina native, on his Keys for Kids concert and helping children discover music
Q: What have been the biggest challenges in making music education accessible to rural kids in the state?
The guest outlines logistical barriers like transportation to venues and the necessity of providing meals and support at events. He stresses that many kids live far from cultural hubs and that partnerships with the Arts Council and the North Carolina Arts Foundation have helped identify where support is most needed, allowing the program to reach kids who would otherwise miss out on music opportunities.

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This show features a wide mix of guests spanning public policy, education, safety, science, and entrepreneurship, often tied to practical, locally relevant issues in North Carolina and national context. Episodes frequently center on actionable programs (financial literacy for teens, teen driving safety, literacy partnerships, and travel safety), technology and data-driven planning (AI in travel, science communication), and community impact (arts education, sustainability, and charitable initiatives). A notable pattern is the emphasis on real-world outcomes, partnerships with government, nonprofits, and industry, plus clear, takeaway-oriented discussions for listeners who balance family, work, and local civic life. Expect a practical, conver... more

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