Launched in April 1998, Charlotte Talks with Mike Collins has become the region's exclusive forum for the discussion of politics, arts, culture, social issues, literature, human interest, the environment and more.
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Dr Michael Scheuer & Colonel Mike co-host Two Mikes. This show discusses current events from a Pro-America, Constitutional perspective. These two have guest hosted radio shows for 6 years and are excited to join with like minded people on the new Freedom First Network Dr. Michael Scheuer is a former CIA analyst who ran the Osama bin Laden tracking unit, as well as the author of many books. Colonel Mike is also a former liaison & contractor for many years in South East Asia. He's also an advi ...
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How Trump will Fix the Economy | Dr. Michael Busler
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Today, The Two Mikes spoke with Professor Michael Busler. Dr. Busler teaches at Stockton University in New Jersey. While Trump is not yet inaugurated, Dr. Busler said that, from an economic perspective, he is “extraordinarily optimistic for the economy going forward. Dr.Busler said that Trump has correctly targeted energy as a starting point for dr…
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Why we are drawn to true crime as a genre — the ethics behind it and the mental health fallout
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On the next Charlotte Talks, the popularity of true crime stories and the ethics of reporting and consuming them.Por Sarah Delia
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A dive into community college enrollment
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Following World War II, North Carolina recognized a need for education beyond high school, but shy of a four-year degree. That led to the creation of community colleges. Now, 70 years later, there are 58 community colleges in N.C. and funding is increasing to accommodate growth. We take a look at what’s driving that enrollment, how these schools pr…
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Charlotte’s history through the lens of art
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When you think of contributions to the visual arts in the 20th century, New York City and Europe might come to mind. But the South has made its own artistic contributions. And the Mint Museum Uptown is showing over 100 paintings and prints exploring the social history of the period. We talk about this intersection of art and history and what we can…
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Local News Roundup: More changes for NC General Assembly; New flight paths out of CLT; An update in the Riggs-Griffin race; Snow in Charlotte
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On the local news roundup, ahead of losing their supermajority, Republican members of the North Carolina General Assembly passed more legislation, the skies are changing in Charlotte as flight paths to and from the airport are set to expand and the first snow hit the Queen City in about three years.Por Gabe Altieri
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Women make up 51% of the population, but the impression is they’re having a tough time making inroads in politics — witness Hillary Clinton and Kamala Harris’ failed presidential attempts. But women in some states make up the majority of those state’s legislatures. Why? What does it take for women to win, and how would our politics and governance c…
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Duke professor with Charlotte roots shares his new book 'On the Swamp: Fighting for Indigenous Environmental Justice'
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On the next Charlotte Talks, stories from eastern North Carolina’s Lumbee Tribe about survival and resilience in the face of radical environmental change.Por Sarah Delia
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Transparency issues in local governments
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What governments do with their time and your money is a matter of public record. But, as we have seen, governments often drag their feet for months, even years, on releasing documents the public has a right to see. We look at the struggle for transparency.Por Jeanne Davis
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The damaging impact of solitary confinement on youth prisoners
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By law, solitary confinement in North Carolina ended years ago. But last year, a report revealed some young prisoners were being locked in small rooms alone, 23 hours a day for days — or weeks — on end. A lawsuit was filed to make the state comply with its own law. We'll have more on the story and the damaging effects of this practice.…
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From tennis legends to WNBA superstars, a look back on the year’s best sports writing
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On the next Charlotte Talks, a new book has compiled the best sports writing of the year. We speak with the book's editor about America’s fascination with sport and why the subject can appeal to more than just athletes.Por Jesse Steinmetz
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500 Episodes of Truth: Reflecting on Hard-Hitting Conversations, Exposing Corruption, and Standing for America First
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Today, the Two Mikes and our producer Fadi spoke about the road we have traveled together to reach our 500th podcast. We reminisced a bit about the past, but mostly discussed how lucky we have been able to speak with so many really good and smart guests, men and women who taught both us and our listeners a lot about how the world really works when …
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Examining racial maternal health disparities in the American South
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Racial disparities are prevalent in health care. This is especially true for people who are pregnant in the South. We're joined by a reporter covering this story across the region, plus two medical professionals, to discuss these issues and how to address medical mistrust.Por Gabe Altieri
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Learning how to navigate politics at the dinner table, and in relationships, during the holiday season
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Politics can really take a toll on our mental and physical health. On the one hand, getting involved in political matters can boost our well-being, but right now, many Americans are feeling stressed about what’s happening politically. We talk to an expert who can help. We also hear from a group committed to bringing Democrats and Republicans togeth…
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Local News Roundup: NC GOP attempts to weaken governor, lawmakers override veto of immigration bill, the race for a seat on the NC Supreme Court heads to a recount, and after 53 days Asheville has clean ...
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On the local news roundup, the North Carolina Legislature gets busy further weakening the office of the governor, requiring sheriffs to cooperate with ICE and choosing their next speaker. And after 53 days without municipal water, clean water flows through Asheville’s taps.Por Sarah Delia
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Last year, trucks and SUVs made up 80% of new car sales. Some drivers like sitting higher in the cab of a big car. They might feel safer, but are they? In truth, traffic fatalities have only increased with more big cars on the road. We examine this consumer preference — and hear from experts on how this trend is impacting city planning, safety and …
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New faces in NC's congressional delegation and how Washington politics impact the Old North
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What the GOP-dominated North Carolina congressional delegation — and the large number of new faces who are part of it — may mean for the state and Congress.Por Gabe Altieri
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The state of local news in NC and across the nation
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For decades, most Americans got local news from newspapers, but the digital revolution destroyed a business model that paid for that coverage. Daily newspaper circulation has declined from 60 million in the 1990s to about 20 million today. Newspapers continue to downsize and shutter nationwide. We examine the alarming trend and look at startups att…
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Victory or Martyrdom with Ghadi Francis
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Today, the Two Mikes spoke for the first time with the well-known and much-respected Middle East journalist Ghadi Francis. Ms. Francis is Lebanese and attended school in southern Lebanon, the area in which Hezbollah is largely based. She said that the West always deceitfully speaks of Hezbollah as a foreign entity in Lebanon., a sort of occupying p…
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