The 2020 shooting of Ahmaud Arbery, an unarmed Black man, while he was jogging in a Georgia neighborhood, reignited an outcry against racial injustice, and it also rippled through the running community. We examine what it means to "Run while Black" — and the push to make running more accessible and welcoming.…

A look at the purple nature of the most purple of purple states: North Carolina, with political scientist Dr. Chris Cooper.Oleh Sarah Delia

We discuss the latest on the destruction and recovery efforts in western North Carolina after Helene. Plus, the latest poll numbers on Mark Robinson and Charlotte FC is heading to the playoffs for the second consecutive season. Those stories and more on the local news roundup.Oleh Gabe Altieri

There's scandal surrounding North Carolina gubernatorial candidate Mark Robinson. Other politicians before him have been caught up in scandal — some from the Tar Heel state, from John Edwards to Madison Cawthorn. Is our state scandal-prone? How have scandals influenced national and state politics? A look at the history.…

Things have been changing for women in and around sports. Today, women can coach, manage, and report on both men’s and women’s teams — but that wasn’t always the case. And for women taking on the role of reporter, getting in was a struggle. Journalist and author Melissa Ludtke is one of the women who paved the way and knows what the fight was like.…

Blume Studios, the latest venture by Blumenthal Arts has opened and you’re in for two very different experiences. We hear about both from those bringing them to you. Plus, what's next for Blume?Oleh Gabe Altieri

We set our eyes on western North Carolina as we get an update on the aftermath of Hurricane Helene. We discuss the latest on the devastation from Helene and what you can do to help. Then it's time for Politics Monday. What is the strategy behind political advertising and how you either win people over or dissuade them from voting for the other cand…

The fallout continues following a CNN report on Mark Robinson. Donald Trump campaigns in Mint Hill. Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools board votes on pupil assignment changes and Hurricane Helene hits the southeast. Those stories and more on the local news roundup.Oleh Gabe Altieri

On the next Charlotte Talks, the true story of a life ignited by fire, resulting in third-degree burns over 90% of Connor McKemey’s body.Oleh Sarah Delia

On the next Charlotte Talks, we hear about some of the historic preservation efforts by the Charlotte Museum of History as well as some of the challenges the museum faces.Oleh Sarah Delia

We hear from the co-authors of a Charlotte Observer series about a deadly plane crash here 50 years ago that has nearly been forgotten, but shouldn’t be.Oleh Jesse Steinmetz

We zoom in on an important and growing voter population in our area — the Latino community. In 2020, they played a significant role in helping Biden win the election. Now that Harris is running, what are those voters thinking?Oleh Sarah Delia

New allegations against Mark Robinson. Another week, another vote on transit. New details in the Asha Degree case. Plus, after two losses to open the season, the Carolina Panthers bench Bryce Young.Oleh Gabe Altieri

On the next Charlotte Talks, we’re off to see the wizard and talk to many of the people responsible for bringing all the Oz characters to life in books, movies and musicals.Oleh Sarah Delia

Mike Collins and our panel of guests look at the first hard data on the impact of the Supreme Court’s decision to end race-conscious admissions.Oleh Jesse Steinmetz

Posnanski breaks down the biggest upsets, outrageous plays, and outstanding players to show why — despite its many faults — each fall millions turn back to football as one of this nation's true pastimes.Oleh Gabe Altieri