Best WFAE 90.7 Charlotte Podcasts (2025)

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A conversation with the curators of the Mint and Bechtler Museums 50:32

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On the next Charlotte Talks, we explore some of the work of photographer Annie Leibovitz, on display at the Mint Museum, and a unique exhibit at the Bechtler that uses sound to experience various visual works.

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The Charlotte area is about to hit peak mosquito season 50:33

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Mosquitoes — these tiny blood suckers can be annoying and drive you away from enjoying the outdoors. But they can also be dangerous. More than 900 cases of tick- and mosquito-borne illnesses were reported statewide last year, including West Nile Virus. As we head into the peak of mosquito season here, we look at how to protect yourself and what may…

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Public radio stations across the state face difficult decisions in the wake of federal funding cuts 50:35

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The impact of federal funding cuts to public radio and television — what it means for news, children’s programming, and how stations are working to limit the damage.By Sarah Delia

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Local News Roundup: Candidate filing closes Friday; AG Jeff Jackson sues Trump administration; Charlotte to host MLS All-Star Game. 50:36

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Candidate filing for this fall’s elections is wrapping up — we look at who's running. Attorney General Jeff Jackson has filed lawsuits against the Trump administration over education funding cuts. And Charlotte has been named the host city for next year's MLS All-Star Game.By Sarah Delia

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Before the bell rings on a new school year, a conversation with CMS superintendent Dr. Crystal Hill 50:31

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You may be vacationing, but the folks at CMS are hard at work getting ready for the next school year. It’s just around the corner and before the bell rings, we spend an hour with CMS Superintendent Dr. Crystal Hill to discuss the many concerns the district will face, including the presence of ICE agents, absenteeism, and the issue of frozen federal…

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A disappearing drawl: The changing sound of the South 50:30

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The Southern accent — one of the most recognizable in the country — appears to be fading. The shifting of the population seems to be causing us to lose our drawl and with it some of our identity. We explore the evolution of the various Southern accents, how they shape the way we talk today and how accents are a powerful symbol of belonging.…

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The modern NAACP: Civil rights in a new era 48:29

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The Southern accent — one of the most recognizable in the country — appears to be fading. The shifting of the population seems to be causing us to lose our drawl and with it some of our identity. We explore the evolution of the various Southern accents, how they shape the way we talk today and how accents are a powerful symbol of belonging.…

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A conversation with Larry Sprinkle 50:32

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Larry Sprinkle has been a fixture in Charlotte broadcasting for decades, most recently as the morning weatherman on WCNC. He is entering a new chapter in his long career, and we sit down with him to look back and ahead.

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Local News Roundup: Candidate filing begins; Monroe mayor faces no confidence vote; NAACP convention comes to Charlotte 50:32

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Candidate filing for local elections began Monday. The Monroe City Council held a vote of no confidence in Mayor Robert Burns. Parts of Central North Carolina are recovering from Tropical Storm Chantal. And the NAACP national convention comes to town.By Gabe Altieri

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The NAACP National Convention comes to Charlotte 50:33

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On the next Charlotte Talks, the 116th NAACP Convention in Charlotte. Thousands are expected to be at the Charlotte Convention Center for the event, the theme for which is "The fierce urgency of now.” Martin Luther King Jr. coined that phrase in 1963, but organizers believe it accurately describes conditions today. We get a preview of the conventio…

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Raleigh has approved the transit plan. Now what? 50:33

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The long-discussed transit plan may be coming to a ballot near you. The referendum for a one-cent sales tax for transit has one more hurdle to clear: the Mecklenburg County Commission. If they say yes, you’ll be asked to vote on it in November. But not everyone is on board for what has been described as a once-in-a-generation opportunity. We’ll tal…

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The value of regional bats 50:35

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Mosquito-eating bats eat nearly their entire body weight in insects every night, but bats are under threat of extinction. We look at efforts to reverse the trend.

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Candidate filing for Charlotte City Council opens: What to expect and watch for 50:31

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Candidate filing for Charlotte City Council begins Monday. All 11 council seats, the Charlotte mayor’s seat, and six Charlotte-Mecklenburg school board seats will be on the ballot. The mayor has not yet announced whether she will seek reelection, and one council member is under federal indictment but says she plans to run. We look at what to expect…

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Foreign adversaries sow division in local communities, including North Carolina, report says 50:34

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For years, foreign adversaries have worked to spread misinformation. The German Marshall Fund found that Russia, China and others are becoming more effective at it, targeting state and local governments. North Carolina is one of those targets, and social media is aiding the spread.By Gabe Altieri

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The impact of Trump's immigration policies on the Carolinas and beyond 50:34

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Immigration has been at the center of President Trump's priorities in his second term. ICE agents have taken the streets, detaining people around courthouses, workplaces and community gathering spots. We break down the politics of these policies, whether support is waning and how it's impacting economies.…

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Three years since the Dobbs decision: Where does abortion access and care stand in NC? 50:30

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It's been three years since the Dobbs decision overturned Roe v. Wade, unleashing a wave of Southern states to enact restrictive bans against abortion. North Carolina enacted its own 12-week ban, but that hasn't stopped the state from emerging as a Southern hub for out-of-state abortion seekers. We discuss the state of abortion access and care in N…

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FIFA Club World Cup brings economic, cultural impact to Charlotte 50:33

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The FIFA Club World Cup concludes its Charlotte stop Monday before continuing in other U.S. cities and wrapping up at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey next month. While the tournament drew fans eager to watch top international teams, it also faced challenges, including extreme heat and concerns over a possible ICE presence at games. The event offers a…

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Local News Roundup: Transit bill advances; Sweltering temperatures; Street vendor restrictions; Checkers season ends 50:33

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The regional transit bill moves forward in Raleigh, temperatures hit the triple digits in the region this week, Charlotte imposes new restrictions on street vending in NoDa, and the Checkers Calder Cup hopes end. Those stories and more with our roundtable of reportersBy Gabe Altieri

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First heat wave of the summer hits Charlotte; how extreme heat trends could affect you 50:31

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Much of the central and eastern U.S. is sweltering under dangerously hot and humid conditions, with temperatures near 100 degrees. The heat index in Charlotte is as high as 108 during the first heat wave of the summer. We examine the impact of excessive heat on health, how to stay safe, and why Mecklenburg is one of North Carolina's hardest-hit cou…

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Examining the impact of protest movements 50:32

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The recent "No Kings" protests resulted in millions of people assembling around the country to take issue with the Trump administration. It’s a constitutional right for people to peaceably assemble and petition the government for a redress of grievances. But do these efforts change things? Do they work? A look at the history of protests.…

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Georgann Eubanks travels the South to find out where the wild things are 35:14

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This week on SouthBound, host Tommy Tomlinson talks to author Georgann Eubanks, who traveled the wild South to visit everything from frogs to swans for her new book, “The Fabulous Ordinary.”By Tommy Tomlinson

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Jeremy Markovich dives down the North Carolina Rabbit Hole in search of quirky stories 34:31

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This week on SouthBound, host Tommy Tomlinson talks to Jeremy Markovich, whose newsletter, the North Carolina Rabbit Hole, covers all manner of strange and wonderful little stories about the Tar Heel state.By Tommy Tomlinson

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SouthBound Replay: Dale Earnhardt Jr. grapples with his family's legacy 35:37

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This week on SouthBound, we're replaying host Tommy Tomlinson's 2018 talk with Dale Earnhardt Jr. There’s a new documentary produced by Dale Jr. on his dad, NASCAR legend Dale Earnhardt, and the conversation gets into their complicated family dynamic.By Tommy Tomlinson

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Carl Hiaasen visits 'Fever Beach' and enjoys making bad guys get what they deserve 45:17

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This week on SouthBound, host Tommy Tomlinson talks to novelist Carl Hiaasen, who has been spinning wild tales of heroes and villains in Florida for nearly 40 years. They talk about his new book, “Fever Beach,” and lots more — including his longtime friendship with Jimmy Buffett.By Tommy Tomlinson

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SouthBound Replay: Robert Earl Keen trades life on the road for Western chill 43:11

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This week on SouthBound, we replay host Tommy Tomlinson's 2023 conversation with Texas singer-songwriter Robert Earl Keen. Keen talks about his beginnings as a musician, his decision to stop touring full time, and his Hill Country retreat where he goes to write songs.By Tommy Tomlinson

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A conversation with the curators of the Mint and Bechtler Museums 50:32

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The Charlotte area is about to hit peak mosquito season 50:33

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Public radio stations across the state face difficult decisions in the wake of federal funding cuts 50:35

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Local News Roundup: Candidate filing closes Friday; AG Jeff Jackson sues Trump administration; Charlotte to host MLS All-Star Game. 50:36

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Before the bell rings on a new school year, a conversation with CMS superintendent Dr. Crystal Hill 50:31

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A disappearing drawl: The changing sound of the South 50:30

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The modern NAACP: Civil rights in a new era 48:29

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A conversation with Larry Sprinkle 50:32

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Local News Roundup: Candidate filing begins; Monroe mayor faces no confidence vote; NAACP convention comes to Charlotte 50:32

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The NAACP National Convention comes to Charlotte 50:33

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Raleigh has approved the transit plan. Now what? 50:33

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The value of regional bats 50:35

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Candidate filing for Charlotte City Council opens: What to expect and watch for 50:31

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Foreign adversaries sow division in local communities, including North Carolina, report says 50:34

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The impact of Trump's immigration policies on the Carolinas and beyond 50:34

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Three years since the Dobbs decision: Where does abortion access and care stand in NC? 50:30

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FIFA Club World Cup brings economic, cultural impact to Charlotte 50:33

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Local News Roundup: Transit bill advances; Sweltering temperatures; Street vendor restrictions; Checkers season ends 50:33

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First heat wave of the summer hits Charlotte; how extreme heat trends could affect you 50:31

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Examining the impact of protest movements 50:32

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Georgann Eubanks travels the South to find out where the wild things are 35:14

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Jeremy Markovich dives down the North Carolina Rabbit Hole in search of quirky stories 34:31

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SouthBound Replay: Dale Earnhardt Jr. grapples with his family's legacy 35:37

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Carl Hiaasen visits 'Fever Beach' and enjoys making bad guys get what they deserve 45:17

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SouthBound Replay: Robert Earl Keen trades life on the road for Western chill 43:11