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 133 - John Allred of Wheelhouse Media
On this week’s episode we travelled to Wheelhouse Media to sit down with John Allred to learn about his business, the creative scene in Charlotte and what's next in video technology. We also introduced part one of our three part series on the a1965...
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Episode 132 - Mary Newsom of the UNC Charlotte ...
Today we were joined by Mary Newsom to discuss her history in Charlotte, work with the UNCC Urban Institute and City Walks. We also announced our fundraiser for Heart Meter, learned about the history of the Belmont Neighborhood and read some special...
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Episode 131 - Molly Grantham
On this week's episode we sat down with of WBTV to discuss her incredible career, how she learned to juggle her home and work lives, and so much more. We also learn the history of Ismael Titus and read some special words from Supportive Guy.
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Episode 130 - A (not serious) List of Things Ch...
We sat down on Miller's front porch to talk about the future of Charlotte and list some things* that Charlotte needs. We also learn the history of a ghost named Dusty and replayed one of our favorite holiday-themed Supportive Words. *This is a fun...
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Episode 129 - West Side Community Land Trust
We sat down with Rickey Hall and Greg Jarrell to learn more about the West Side Community Land Trust and how they are fighting against displacement on the west side of Charlotte. We also learned about the history of Biddleville and Supportive Guy...
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Episode 128 - Jonathan Davis
Prepare to be impressed after our conversation with local dancer, artist, creator and teenager Jonathan Davis. Also, John has some startling Charlotte BBQ facts.
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Episode 127 - Kent Youngstrom
We met local artist Kent Youngstrom at Birdsong Brewing to learn more about his career, projects and the arts in Charlotte. John also got really excited about trees and Supportive Guy sent in some words from Boston.
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Episode 126 - Kathy Izard
We were joined by author Kathy Izard to discuss her memoir “The Hundred Story Home” and learn more about her efforts to house Charlotte’s homeless. John called in and supplied the fastest history of Charlotte ever and we were supported (per...
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Episode 125 - Meck Dec Day Live Show
Our friends Brad Panovich, Michael Felder, Katie Peralta, Opera Carolina and Supportive Guy joined us for live recording at Petra’s to celebrate Meck Dec Day. Listen in as we discuss the significance of the day, complain about dog owners, learn...
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Episode 124 - Tommy Tomlinson
We were joined by one of our favorite writers (turned podcaster) Tommy Tomlinson to discuss his incredible career, the future of media and his podcast . John also got VERY serious about the Meck Dec and we were supported (as always) by Supportive Guy....
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Episode 123 - John Lewis - CEO of the Charlotte...
We sat down with John Lewis, the CEO of CATS, to learn about his career, what transportation in Charlotte looks like in the future and how he’s the strongest transportation CEO in the country. We also learn the history of the train in Freedom Park...
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Episode 122 - Mike Collins of Charlotte Talks
We sat down with local radio legend Mike Collins to discuss his career, memorable Charlotte Talks moments and an infamous Pauly Shore interview. We also learned about the history of a famous novel written in Charlotte and were supported (as always) by...
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Episode 121 - Dr. Tom Hanchett - Charlotte Comm...
We were joined by Dr. Tom Hanchett to learn about his career as a community historian, discuss the role of history in Charlotte’s food and get answers our Charlotte history hot takes. John also impressed Tom with the history of the airport’s...
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Episode 120 - Charlotte Magazine BOB's
This week we were joined by Kristen Wile and Adam Rhew of Charlotte magazine to discuss their . During the conversations we touch on the process of selecting the winners and how much Kristen likes a certain chili burger. We also learned about the...
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Episode 119 - Cyndee Patterson
We were joined by the incredible Cyndee Patterson to reflect on her incredible work in Charlotte and discuss how the Lee Institute is bringing positive change to the City. We also learned about the Phifer House and supported Supportive Guy?
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Episode 118 - Overrated/Underrated Spring Thing...
We sat down to talk about what is overrated and underrated about spring in Charlotte. We also learned about the history of Alexander Craighead and were supported by Supportive Guy.
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Episode 117 - Project One Scholarship Fund
We were joined by Neil and Ed of the Project One Scholarship Fund to learn about the important work they’re doing to help Charlotte students pay for college. We also learned the history of one of Charlotte’s oldest philanthropists and Supportive...
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Episode 116 - Tom Gabbard, CEO of Blumenthal Pe...
On this week’s episode we sat down with Tom Gabbard and discussed everything Blumenthal Performing Arts does for the Charlotte community. (Hint: It’s more than you think.) We also learned about the history of the traffic cone and Supportive Guy...
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Episode 115 - 24 Hours of Booty w/ Spencer Lueders
On this week’s episode we were joined by the founder of 24 Hours of Booty, Spencer Lueders. We discussed the creation of this incredible charity event, it's growth and the impact it has on the Charlotte community. We also learned about Governor...
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Episode 114 - Engaging Charlotte's Immigrant Co...
This week we sat down with Federico Rios, the City of Charlotte's first Immigrant and Integration Manager, to learn about his story and the work of the . This fascinating conversation touches on the incredible impact immigrant populations have on...
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Episode 113 - Why the CIAA Tournament Matters w...
On this week's episode we sat down with Jemayne King discuss why the CIAA Basketball Tournament is so important. We also discuss Black Panther, the forgotten history of the Charlotte Black Hornets and were supported (as always) by Supportive Guy.
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Episode 112 - Charlotte Independent Brewers All...
On this week's episode we sat down with Chris of Birdsong and Phil of Legion to discuss the Charlotte Independent Brewers Alliance, beer culture in the Queen City and using Mazda Miatas as political contributions. We also learned the incredible...
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Episode 111 - Spencer B. Merriweather III - Mec...
This week, we were joined by the recently appointed District Attorney for Mecklenburg County, Spencer B Merriweather III. We discussed his path to the position, major issues Charlotte is facing and whether he would prosecute Batman. We also learned...
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Episode 110 - Meggie Williams
We were joined by the incredible Meggie Williams …
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Episode 109 - Big Brothers Big Sisters of Centr...
On this episode we were joined by Greg Meitus of …
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