Best Mike Dobbs Podcasts (2025)

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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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Inflation Is A Choice: Kevin Warsh on Fixing the Federal Reserve | Uncommon Knowledge | Peter Robinson | Hoover Institution 1:01:47

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Has the Fed lost its way? Hoover Visiting Fellow Kevin Warsh thinks it has and offers solutions on how to fix it. Kevin Warsh is the Shepard Family Distinguished Visiting Fellow in Economics at the Hoover Institution, a partner at Duquesne Family Office LLC, the investment firm of Stanley Druckenmiller, a former governor at the Federal Reserve, and…

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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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BONUS - Managing Uncertainty: A Path to Better Patient Care 55:03

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Today, we're releasing a special bonus episode featuring Emily and our "uncertainty correspondent" Alexa Miller, in conversation with the ABIM Foundation. Together, they reflect on the key insights from creating the Uncertainty in Medicine series. Thank you to the ABIM Foundation for hosting and recording this webinar. To sign up for a webinar in t…

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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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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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13 - Uncertainty in Medicine: Denial and Acceptance 44:33

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In the series finale, we explore a different type of uncertainty—the uncertainty that arises around the healthcare system itself. This episode follows Ed Stratton, a stage IV cancer patient who beat his cancer, only to be denied a life-saving liver transplant by his insurance provider. His daughter Erin, armed with industry knowledge and unshakable…

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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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What does Charlotte FC have to do to get back on top of the Eastern Conference? 50:14

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They got off to a strong start and reached first place in the Eastern Conference, but then came injuries. Several players have also been called up to the U.S. National Team. Good for them, challenging for us. On the next Charlotte Talks, we take stock of the season so far.By Sarah Delia

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Selling the South: How 'Southern' brands become part of someone's identity 50:30

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From a buttery Bojangles biscuit to a classic cold bottle of Cheerwine — these brands do not just sell a product, they sell the “South.” Through commercials, slogans and stories, we’re diving into the world of Southern brands and how they shape identity, nostalgia, and market the region to itself and all around the world.…

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Listen Now: Liberty Lost 5:55

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In Evangelical homes across the United States, sex outside of marriage is a sin against God. So, when Abbi becomes pregnant at 16, her devout parents hide her away at the Liberty Godparent Home, a little-known facility for pregnant teens on the campus of Liberty University. The Home says it helps girls decide what comes next – whether that’s parent…

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Local News Roundup: Transit bill clears House; More Jennings revelations; New Ardrey Kell principal 50:28

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The regional transit plan advances in the North Carolina House, new information is revealed about CMPD Chief Johnny Jennings, and the NAACP will not invite Trump to its convention in Charlotte.By Gabe Altieri

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‘40 Acres and a Lie’ investigates broken land promises made to formerly enslaved people 50:29

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We hear from the reporters who worked to reveal how dozens of Black families were denied intergenerational wealth when the federal government took their land after the Civil War.By Sarah Delia

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12 - Uncertainty in Medicine: The Good Life 38:12

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What does it mean to live well in a world where nothing is certain — not in medicine, not in life? In this episode, we follow a high school teacher who asks his students to examine “the good life” through philosophy, Buddhism, and existential inquiry. We meet two women — a Buddhist monk and a disability rights advocate — who bring spiritual wisdom …

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The latest from the General Assembly as Gov. Stein signs multiple bills — what remains on his desk? 50:32

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As both chambers of the General Assembly negotiate a budget to send to Gov. Josh Stein, we examine the major sticking points in the House and Senate versions. Last Friday, Stein signed six bills into law, but did not take action on a concealed carry bill or two immigration bills. Since taking office, he has yet to issue a veto.…

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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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Inflation Is A Choice: Kevin Warsh on Fixing the Federal Reserve | Uncommon Knowledge | Peter Robinson | Hoover Institution 1:01:47

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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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BONUS - Managing Uncertainty: A Path to Better Patient Care 55:03

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

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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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13 - Uncertainty in Medicine: Denial and Acceptance 44:33

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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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What does Charlotte FC have to do to get back on top of the Eastern Conference? 50:14

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Selling the South: How 'Southern' brands become part of someone's identity 50:30

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Listen Now: Liberty Lost 5:55

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Local News Roundup: Transit bill clears House; More Jennings revelations; New Ardrey Kell principal 50:28

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‘40 Acres and a Lie’ investigates broken land promises made to formerly enslaved people 50:29

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12 - Uncertainty in Medicine: The Good Life 38:12

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The latest from the General Assembly as Gov. Stein signs multiple bills — what remains on his desk? 50:32