The Charlotte Podcast
Our names are John and Miller and we believe that lots of interesting things happen in Charlotte. They can be great things everyone is proud of. They can also be unsavory, disappointing, or missed opportunities. We want to understand all of these things and we think you do too.
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Episode 158 - The Official Podcast of the 2019 ...
We sat down with Nata and Walker of the Locked on Hornets podcast to find out if they think Charlotte is ready for the 2019 All Star Game (spoiler: they have concerns), discuss the upcoming All-Star events and spend way too much time talking about the...
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Episode 157 - A Historian From Charlotte
We were joined by Levine Museum of the New South’s new historian, Dr. Willie Griffin, to learn more about his background, discuss civil rights history in Charlotte and convince him the Meck Dec was real. We also learned some musical history in...
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Episode 156 - A Very Exciting File Cabinet
This week we sat down with historian Tom Hanchett and engineer Keith Garbrick of LaBella Associates to talk about the firm’s recent historic donation and what it could mean for Charlotte. We also continued our search for a new logo, talked about...
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Episode 155 - What is Planned Parenthood?
You've probably heard of the organization but what does it actually do in the Charlotte area? The answers will probably surprise you. We also announced our new logo competition, learned about Martin Luther King Jr's connections to Charlotte and were...
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Episode 154 - Charlotte's New York Miracle
In our most unique interview to date, we sat down with two passengers from the "Miracle on the Hudson" flight to hear first-hand what that day was like for them, how it changed the passengers and crew forever and what it means to see the plane in...
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Episode 153 - Charlotte's History in the Sky
We spent a morning last month at the Carolinas Aviation Museum and met with Katie Swaringen to chat about the museum and its unique exhibits. Settle in for delightful conversation that touches on topics like the history of the museum and how the...
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Episode 152 - The Gift That Keeps On Giving…Blood
On this week’s episode we were joined by the Community Blood Center of the Carolinas to learn about how blood is such a critical resource for our community. We also complained about Ohio, John shared some clutch present idea, Miller taught a history...
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Episode 151 - Charlotte Works w/ Danielle Frazier
We sat down with Charlotte Works’ President and CEO, Danielle Frazier, to learn more about Charlotte Works creates career pathways and uses data to best meet the needs Charlotte’s workers and businesses. We also learned a little about a guy Miller...
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Episode 150 - Charlotte Center City Partners w/...
We sat down with (FOUR TIME GUEST) Adam Rhew to discuss the role Charlotte Center City Partners plays in the development of Uptown and its neighborhoods. John then shared a bunch of half-baked ideas with Adam and embarrassed Miller. We also learned...
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Episode 149 - Are These Things Relevant?
It’s a trap! In this episode Miller surprises John with a new segment where he must detail if Charlotte things like the Hornets or the NASCAR Hall of Fame are relevant. We also learned the history of the guy Selwyn Pub is named after.
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Episode 148 - Matt of Farmer's First Coffee
We sat down with Matt Hohler of Farmer's First Coffee Company to learn about their innovative approach to help small-scale coffee farmers. We also learned that Miller knows nothing about coffee, the history of Latta Plantation and were supported by...
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Episode 147 - Lumiton (the future is here)
We were joined by the team of Lumiton, a Charlotte start-up that is changing the clothing game with their specialized fabrics. Trust us, it’s amazing. We also were supported by Ole SG and learned the history of the brick house uptown near the...
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Episode 146 - 45 Reasons to Vote
The name says it all, plus we were joined by Supportive Guy.
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Episode 145 - Jeff Jackson discusses the 2018 e...
North Carolina State Senator Jeff Jackson returns for the third time to discuss the upcoming election, what he’s been working on and which podcast host he likes the most. We also learned about spooky Charlotte stories and Supportive Guy brought the...
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Episode 144 - Dan McCready
We sat down with the Democratic candidate for the 9th District, Dan McCready, to discuss what it’s like to run for office, things he’s learned on the campaign trail and what songs his college cover band played. We also took a trip down 85 to learn...
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Episode 143 - Old and Busted vs. New Hotness
We sat down on Miller’s back porch to drop some #takes and debate what’s hot and what’s not in Charlotte. We also learn the history of the cultural capital of Gaston County and Supportive Guy drops his best joke yet.
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Episode 142 - Circle De Luz
We were joined by Mary Katherine and Gabby of Circle De Luz to learn more about the program and the impact it has on the lives of young latinas in the Charlotte area. We also learned the history of Pineville and acted out various mentorship situations?
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Episode 141 - Charlotte Faith Leaders Talk Justice
We were joined by Rabbi Dusty Klass of Temple Beth El and Reverend Ben Boswell of Myers Park Baptist Church who discussed their roles as faith leaders in Charlotte. We also learned the history of Matthews and joined in studio by Supportive Guy.
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Episode 140 - RunningWorks Update
Miller sat down with RunningWorks founder Meredith Dolhare and world-renowned fashion designer Luis Machicao to learn about the upcoming RunningWorks “Metamorphosis” event. We also caught up on what Meredith has been up to and learned more about...
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Episode 139 - Zack Wyatt of the Carolina Farm T...
We sat down with Zack to discuss how the Carolina Farm Trust is working with local farmers, helping bring affordable food to Charlotte and its upcoming event the Carolina Jubilee. John shared the history of Concord with us and introduced one of the...
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Episode 138 - Rebuilding Together of Greater Ch...
This week were joined by Beth and Tim of Rebuilding Together to learn more about the program and how it approaches the affordable housing crises in Charlotte. John also continued his new history segment with the history of Kannapolis.
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Episode 137 - Sean Singleton of Roaring Riot
We were joined by the vice chair of the Riot Foundation to learn about the start of the Roaring Riot, what it offers Panthers fans and talk trash about other fan bases. John also redeemed himself by starting a new history segment and Supportive Guy...
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Episode 136 - Jourdan Rodrigue
Jourdan Rodrigue of the Charlotte Observer sat down with us at Legion Brewing to discuss her career, Panthers expectations and the journalist hub that is Gastonia. We also learned about a big hole in the ground (thank John) and were supported by...
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Episode 135 - Suzanne Pugh of Aldersgate
We were joined by Aldergate CEO Suzanne Pugh to discuss the incredible ways the retirement community works to better the surrounding community. John also wrapped up is history series on the 1965 Shrine Bowl and we learned about the hottest new team...
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Episode 134 - Catching up With 24 Hours of Booty
On this episode we caught up with the gang at 24 Hours of Booty minutes before their big event, learned more about the 1965 Shrine Bowl and the incredible Julius Chambers, and Supportive Guy supported your dog during their favorite days of summer.
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