Melhores podcasts sobre WFAE 90.7 Charlotte (2024)

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A new documentary details the only coup in American history: Wilmington, NC, in 1898 49:51

2h ago49:51

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On the next Charlotte Talks, a new documentary details racial strife, political turmoil and a bloody insurrection in 1898 — the only successful coup in U.S. history.Por Jesse Steinmetz

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Election results, analysis, and what comes next? 50:31

24h ago50:31

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What decisions did voters make? We look at that, at turnout, and at what kind of role North Carolina played in the presidential contest. Plus, congressional and statewide results.Por Gabe Altieri, Sarah Delia, Chris Jones

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'Parliamentary America' author Maxwell Stearns on fixing our democratic system 50:30

2d ago50:30

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Many believe our politics and our government are broken — both sides seem able to agree on that. Part of the problem may be that our 18th-century system isn’t a good fit for 21st-century realities. Law professor Maxwell Stearns has analyzed our democracy, looking at what works and what doesn’t.Por Gabe Altieri

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Politics Monday: On Election Day eve, a look at early voting results and polls 50:27

3d ago50:27

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On the next Charlotte Talks, a final look at early voter turnout, what we can glean from polls, and how those polls are conducted.Por Sarah Delia

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It's a do-or-die moment for Charlotte FC 50:31

7d ago50:31

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On the next Charlotte Talks, the “do-or-die” moment for Charlotte FC. This week, they’re back at home with a must-win game if they want to stay alive in the MLS Playoff Cup. They’ll be at Bank of America Stadium Friday night for a second of three series game against Orlando City. If they lose, their playoff hopes are over.…

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What is fascism? 50:33

9d ago50:33

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A look at what it means to be a fascist, whether candidates for president meet that definition, and what the language means for the future of our democracy.Por Chris Jones

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Politics Monday: Voting for candidates isn't the only decision voters will be making this election 50:31

10d ago50:31

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By now, you’ve probably boned up on all the candidates in this election, but how much do you know about the constitutional amendment or the three bond referenda you’ll be voting on? The constitutional amendment doesn’t appear to be controversial, but it is. And the referenda may or may not put transportation and road improvements on a fast track.…

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Local News Roundup: Campaigns ramp up; Early voting in NC and SC; Charlotte FC begins postseason play 50:32

13d ago50:32

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Former President Trump continues lying about the federal response to Helene in North Carolina even as he stumps for votes, the latest numbers on early voting, and Charlotte F.C. begins postseason play against Orlando.Por Gabe Altieri

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The answer to more affordable housing could be in historic buildings 50:32

14d ago50:32

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Affordable housing is in short supply but there may be a solution that serves a dual purpose. Preserving and repurposing older or historic buildings could be the key rather than locating land and trying to build our way out of the problem. Ahead of his Oct. 24 talk, Donovan Rypkema brings his ideas and research to Charlotte Talks to discuss how his…

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Fall in love with your autumn garden 50:29

15d ago50:29

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On the next Charlotte Talks, preparing your garden for the cold months ahead so it will be ready for spring. If you’re not sure what that entails, we have you covered. We’ll get you ready, tell you what plants can winter outside, what should be taken in and discuss any potential impact Hurricane Helene might have had on your fall gardening.…

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After Helene, the state of agritourism in western North Carolina 50:03

16d ago50:03

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This is peak season for agritourism. That’s something small family farms engage in to diversify their income so they can compete with big commercial enterprises. Almost 1,000 farms in our state are in the agritourism business. We examine why this number is growing, look at the benefits and barriers to farmers, explore how all this works, and more.…

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Politics Monday: Debunking misinformation and a closer look at Mecklenburg voter turnout 50:29

17d ago50:29

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This Politics Monday on Charlotte Talks, we begin by debunking false claims about the election with the executive director of the North Carolina State Board of Elections. Then, we consider the outsized power voter turnout will have in Mecklenburg County — the results of which could very well decide who becomes the next U.S. president.…

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Local News Roundup: Robinson files lawsuit against CNN; The latest on the I-77 toll lanes project; Fighting Helene misinformation; Early voting begins 50:29

20d ago50:29

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Mark Robinson filed a defamation suit against CNN after the network reported he made racist and misogynistic posts on a pornographic website. Officials across the region decide whether to approve a plan that would partner with a private company to build and manage Interstate 77 express toll lanes. And the fallout from Helene continues with many sti…

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NC Music Hall of Fame inducts six new artists, highlighting genres from country to hip-hop 50:32

21d ago50:32

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North Carolina has a rich musical history. Since 2009, those who create this music have been honored in the North Carolina Music Hall of Fame. This year, there are six new inductees. They range from a historical opera company to a Grammy-nominated fiddler to rap artist Petey Pablo. We break down what these inductees have done to impact their indust…

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Valerie Bauerlein's 'The Devil at His Elbow: Alex Murdaugh and the Fall of a Southern Dynasty' 50:31

22d ago50:31

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The murders of Paul and Maggie Murdaugh in South Carolina in the summer of 2021 captured the nation's attention and shined a light on a family that had an influence in the South Carolina Lowcountry reaching back generations. Wall Street Journal reporter Valerie Bauerlein has written a new book about Alex Murdaugh, the murders and his family's histo…

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Participation and decorum in high school athletics 49:54

23d ago49:54

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As fall sports are underway for high school athletes in North Carolina, participation is at an all-time high, and it's the girls leading the pack in record numbers. We’ll dive into how athletics can impact students, the surge in participation, and whether rowdy parents and fans are taking away enjoyment for the athletes.…

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Politics Monday: A closer look at issues that matter most to Native American voters 50:30

24d ago50:30

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It’s Indigenous Peoples Day, and we’ll devote the hour to hearing what’s on the hearts and minds of this important, yet often overlooked voter population.Por Sarah Delia

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Local News Roundup: Helene cleanup, politics and misinformation; Charlotte transit questions; NC musicians plan benefit concert 50:30

27d ago50:30

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An update on the cleanup from Helene. Meanwhile, early voting begins in North Carolina next week. How are state and local officials planning to make voting accessible to those impacted by the storm? Plus, the drama over regional transit continues and North Carolina musicians stars help raise funds for those impacted by the storm.…

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Examining the use of the death penalty in the Carolinas and across the country 50:50

28d ago50:50

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A look at death rows in the Carolinas, the political appetite for the punishment, and whether execution can ever be humane.Por Jeanne Davis

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An update on Helene and why WNC was hit so hard 50:31

29d ago50:31

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More than a week after Helene rampaged through the North Carolina mountains, the death toll continues to rise. Flooding, landslides and collapsed homes caused many of the deaths, but some have died from a lack of basic necessities. Helene also destroyed the illusion that Asheville was a climate haven. So why did this storm hit them so hard? We get …

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We're taking a hiatus. (But we'll be back!) 0:41

2+ y ago0:41

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FAQ City is taking a break until June to work on a brand-new season full of colorful and exciting episodes based on questions from you, our listeners.Por Claire Donnelly

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Rising hip-hop star ReeCee has Charlotte 'Rapped' around her finger 29:00

2+ y ago29:00

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This has been a historic year for women in rap and hip-hop, all the way to the 2021 Grammy Awards when Megan Thee Stallion and Beyoncé broke records as the first pair of women to win in the best rap performance category. As NPR Music put it, “To know what tomorrow sounds like, one need only listen to the women in rap today.” And to know what the fu…

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'Those roots are really here': From the Carter Family to Bill Monroe, unearthing the hidden history of Charlotte country music 43:00

2+ y ago43:00

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Back in the 1930s, more country music was recorded in Charlotte than in Nashville, Tennessee. Some of the Charlotte recordings from that period have become part of the essential canon of traditional country music, from "the first family of country" — the Carter Family — to the first career steps of "the father of bluegrass" Bill Monroe. So how did …

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Here’s how to find Charlotte’s biggest, oldest trees 15:22

2+ y ago15:22

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Charlotte is known for its abundance of trees. Where can you find the biggest, most storied ones in the city?Por Claire Donnelly, Michael Falero

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Sixty years, hundreds of percussion instruments: Native American musician Jim Brock drums up memories

3y ago

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Amplifier is a bi-weekly podcast, not a full-length documentary. If it were the latter, we could easily dedicate a few hours to the work of Jim Brock, the Charlotte music veteran who has been heralded by various publications as one of the best drummers alive. Between performing at the White House for President Bill Clinton and logging six decades o…

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Here's where to take the best Charlotte skyline photos 8:47

3y ago8:47

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Charlotte's skyline is a hit on Instagram. Where are the best spots for panoramic pictures of the city?Por Claire Donnelly

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'New but familiar:' Modern Moxie brings retro-cool to Charlotte

3y ago

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Modern Moxie is a kaleidoscope of musical genres and generational styles, taking dance-happy cues from The Cars and David Bowie and bringing them to a contemporary pop-rock stage. On the heels of their 2019 debut full-length “Claw Your Way Out” and their recognition as “Charlotte’s Best Band” by Queen City Nerve, Modern Moxie bandmates Madison Luca…

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Here's a look inside Charlotte's food truck scene 9:34

3y ago9:34

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Charlotte has at least 125 different food trucks serving a wide variety of cuisine. What's it like to run a food truck? And how can you find the food trucks closest to you?Por Claire Donnelly

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Ring in the new year with the soaring cinematic jazz of Charlotte crooner Emily Sage

3y ago

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When was the last time a voice stopped you in your tracks, a voice so pure that it simultaneously paints a lush soundscape and transports you to a magical place and time? Because cinematic jazz singer Emily Sage can do just that.Por Joni Deutsch

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Just in time for Christmas: Grammy nominees The HamilTones on finding (musical) joy and (soulful) harmony

3y ago

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After gracing the world’s stages (both physical and virtual), Grammy-nominated acoustic R&B group The HamilTones share some harmonious Christmas memories and hopes for Charlotte in the new year in this encore Amplifier.Por Joni Deutsch

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