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The Charlotte Ledger Podcast — 208 episodes
Rethinking what a law firm can be, with Nicole Gardner
The hidden history of Charlotte's neighborhoods, with John Short
How Davidson hopes to make college more affordable, with Doug Hicks
A chat with Mayor Rob Harrington
Charlotte's new political era
Everybody's moving to Charlotte, with filmmaker Duvale Murchison
Charlotte's moment at the table, with Kristen Wile of Unpretentious Palate
Charlotte through a developer’s eyes, with Adam McMichael and Paul Zarian
Reporters Roundtable: Charlotte's month of May in review
Turning tragedy into support for Charlotte families, with Meg McElwain
The story behind Charlotte’s most talked-about restaurants, with Jamie Brown
Redefining the New South in Charlotte, with Richard Cooper
What colleges really want — and how to stand out
Charlotte’s history explains its biggest challenges, with Tom Hanchett
Why the music stopped for Lovin' Life
Charlotte’s identity crisis — or its strength
Behind the deal to bring 2,000 bank jobs to Charlotte
Keeping ballet alive in Charlotte
How Phil Berger lost — and what it means
Inside Charlotte's housing crunch
Why financial planning is about more than picking stocks
Forecasting the storm, and weathering the internet
Understanding the I-77 toll debate
Reporters’ Roundtable — Discussing the local news of the week
How Counter- became Charlotte’s only Michelin-starred restaurant
The 2026 Republican primary election in Mecklenburg
The 2026 Democratic primary election in Mecklenburg
Why economics matters in Charlotte
Reporters’ Roundtable - Discussing the local news of the week
Why Charlotte is still searching for its soul
The future of Charlotte’s Center City
PBS Charlotte at a crossroads
Understanding change in aging adults
Reporters’ Roundtable — Charlotte News of the Week
LendingTree's new CEO, Scott Peyree
Reporters’ Roundtable — Charlotte news of the week
Taking control of your money, with Brian Li
Unconventional holiday movie picks, with Lawrence Toppman
Reinventing college for a changing Charlotte, with Rick Mathieu of Johnson & Wales
Reporters’ Roundtable — Charlotte news of the week
How to write a novel, with lawyer-turned-writer Mathew Flatow
Bechtler Museum's role in Charlotte’s cultural fabric, with director Todd Smith
Reporters’ Roundtable — Charlotte news of the week
Meet The Ledger's new managing editor, Ashley Fahey
Breaking down the 2025 election in 11 minutes
How Charlotte’s legal advocates are weathering a funding storm, with Larissa Mañón Mervin
Building a fun way to learn something new, with Haley Bohon of SkillPop
The case *against* Mecklenburg's transportation referendum
Finding purpose after retirement, with Sallie Jarosz
The case *for* Mecklenburg's transportation referendum
It takes two to tango a business
Examining the Carolinas' rapid growth — Live panel discussion from Canopy Expo
Building a medical practice on trust and science, with Carlos and Nathalie Jorge
Fueling nonprofit growth, with Kristin Winkle Beck of Social Venture Partners
Career Boost: Get more done without burning out
Career Boost: Make LinkedIn work for you
Career Boost: Communicate like a leader
Building a business in hazard removal, with Gilberto Bergman
Building and maintaining muscle as you age, with OrthoCarolina's Dr. Robert Morgan
Understanding arthritis and easing the aches, with OrthoCarolina's Dr. Michael Bates
Improving your muscle health, with OrthoCarolina's Dr. Barrett A. Little
The heart and smoke behind Sweet Lew’s BBQ, with Lewis Donald
Building drum and bugle corps Carolina Crown, with Doug Madar
Behind the 'Graveyard of the Atlantic,' with journalist Mark Washburn
Meet Mecklenburg's new parks director, Nick Walker
Behind the Leon Levine Foundation's big surge in giving
Sisters, strategy & storytelling, with Amoura & Avery Carter
A peek under the cover, with author Joy Callaway
How community colleges are fueling N.C.’s workforce, with John Loyack
Trends in Charlotte's hospitality and retail scene
Going the extra mile, with Susan Evren of Go Jen Go
An entrepreneur's journey, with Grace Weisiger
🎥 WATCH: The Meck Dec's 250th anniversary celebration
Life in morning radio, with WFAE's Marshall Terry
The Meck Dec: Fact or fiction?
Making businesses run smoothly, with Joanna Beck
Uniting forces to tackle poverty, with Kathryn Firmin-Sellers
Strengths and strains in Charlotte's economy, with economist Mark Vitner
The art of aging well, with Jennifer Szakaly of Caregiving Corner
Building a sustainability program, with Esther Moberly of Coke Consolidated
Workplace Trends, Part 3: Retaining and developing your employees
Workplace Trends, Part 2: Rethinking your hiring strategy
Workplace Trends, Part 1: What’s coming in 2025?
Building up tomorrow's leaders, with Courtnie Coble
Exploring Charlotte's fascinating history, with John Short
Charlotte Mecklenburg Library's next chapter, with CEO Marcellus Turner
Turning research into thriving businesses, with Michelle Bolas of NCInnovation
20 years of beer, bikes & BBQ, with Tony Salerno of Mac's Speed Shop
In the room where it happens, with Tom Gabbard of Blumenthal Arts
A front-row seat to N.C. politics, with Republican strategist Carter Wrenn
Behind the scenes of The Charlotte Ledger Podcast, with Steve Dunn
The state of Charlotte's center city
Getting ready for Charlotte's PGA Championship, with tournament director Jason Soucy
Where healthcare is heading
The State of The Charlotte Ledger
Understanding mental health, with Amanda McGough
Inside the mind of a critic, with Lawrence Toppman
Empowering immigrant entrepreneurs in Charlotte, with José Alvarez
A widow's hopeful message, with Kelly Weeks
Building an independent medical practice, with Dr. Dale Owen of Tryon Medical
Checking in on the N.C. mountains
Preserving local farmland, with Tim Belk, Aaron Newton and Cherie Jzar
Election cram session: N.C. statewide races
Election cram session: Mecklenburg ballot
Catering to change, with Melissa Sutherland of Best Impressions Caterers
Navigating neurodivergence as a parent, with Diane Reid Lyon
Leadership lessons from Hugh McColl
A new look for the landscaping industry, with Nate Negrin of SouthernEEZ
University City on the move, with Keith Stanley
Bringing independent cinema to Charlotte, with Brad Ritter
'100 Things to Do in Charlotte Before You Die,' with author Brianna Crane
Leading through 'positive accountability,' with Paulette Ashlin
All about Plaza Midwood, with Phil Gussman
Bo-Berries and other Bojangles innovations, with Tom Boland
Reimagining Ballantyne, with John Barton of Northwood Office
Building and sustaining early-stage nonprofits, with Raj Merchant
Plugging into the world of electric vehicles
Empowering nonprofits through skilled volunteering, with Angie Bush, Pete Vacho and Kim Lanphear
An entrepreneur's worldly journey, with Michal Bay
Capturing the 'I do' moments, with wedding photographer Robert Burns II
Shaping Charlotte through thoughtful planning, with Douglas Welton
Behind 'Charlotte Squawks,' with lawyer/comedy writer Brian Kahn
The economics of stadium renovations
Transforming SouthPark, with Adam Rhew of SouthPark Community Partners
Merging passions for community and marketing, with Blair Primis of Flagship Specialty Partners
Empowering nonprofits through technology, with Kim Lanphear and Arno Czerveny
Transforming workplace culture for parents, with Sarah Olin and Elena Arecco Bridgmon of LUMO
Building Town Brewing Co., with George Sistrunk
How Charlotte should grow, with Shannon Binns of Sustain Charlotte
Supporting Charlotte's Eastern European community, with Aleksandra Degernes
How Wegmans chose Charlotte — and what to expect
From Marine to mentor — and everything in between, with Glenn Proctor
Behind the Lovin’ Life Music Fest, with Bob Durkin of Southern Entertainment
Providing for new mothers in need, with Emily Harry of Baby Bundles
Dining trends in Charlotte's retirement communities, with Hanna Raskin of The Food Section
Supporting women in the workforce, with Emily Jensen Wheeler of Dress for Success Charlotte
Building a pet care business, with Amy Hillis of Social Pet
The 2024 Republican primary election in Mecklenburg
The 2024 Democratic primary election in Mecklenburg
Empowering LGBTQ+ individuals and their families, with Karen Graci, former director of PFLAG
Navigating courtrooms and motherhood, with attorney Heather Call Fuller
Laughing all the way, with Brian Heffron of The Comedy Zone
Improving Charlotte's economic mobility, with Tonya Jameson of Leading on Opportunity
Strengthening Charlotte's nonprofit sector, with Josh Jacobson of Next Stage
Charlotte as a banking center, with Dee O'Dell of U.S. Bank
Building the Southern Lion marketplace, with owner Sonja Nichols
🎧 Future of Work: Inside the reporters' notebooks
Working to end homelessness in Charlotte, with Joe Hamby of Roof Above
Reviewing Charlotte's growing food scene, with Kristen Wile of Unpretentious Palate
From district court judge to retirement, with Tracy Hewett
Sipping to serve, with Lauren Deese of Charlotte Wine + Food
Mini-podcast: The 2023 CMS school construction bonds
Mini-podcast: The 2023 Charlotte-Mecklenburg Board of Education election
Mini-podcast: The 2023 Charlotte City Council/mayoral election
Making Queens University of Charlotte into a top college
The power of communications, with Chris Berger
Understanding the deadly SouthPark construction fire, with WBTV investigative reporter David Hodges
How Make-A-Wish grants wishes
Preparing Charlotte's children for a brighter future, with Glenda Bernhardt
What's new at Charlotte's Johnson & Wales campus, with President Rick Mathieu
Helping Southern authors share their stories, with Lynda Bouchard
How restaurants are changing, with Jason Hlewicki of Swinerton
From homeless to housing, with Tameka Gunn of Community Link
The future of Charlotte's airport
Empowering survivors of sexual abuse, with Crystal Emerick of Brave Step
Uncovering Charlotte's rich history, with Terri White
The business of sports, with Mike Boykin of Bespoke Sports & Entertainment
The power of storytelling, with Shawn Flynn
The future of AI, with Lauren Marturano of Zinnia
Building a social justice book group, with Beth Hardin
Charlotte's podcasting scene, with Brian Baltosiewich
N.C.'s 'godfather of craft beer,' Oscar Wong
Salvaging food to feed Charlotte's hungry, with Kim Aprill
Checking in on Charlotte's economic mobility, with Sherri Chisholm
Guiding older adults through their golden years, with Jennifer Szakaly
BUSINESS TOOLBOX: Exploring healthcare coverage options
BUSINESS TOOLBOX: Tips on recruiting and retaining workers
BUSINESS TOOLBOX: Avoiding workplace legal headaches
Building a mentor program for students, with Kimbo Bohannon
There's more than one way to be smart, with Ross Danis
The future of the doctor's office, with Brannen Edge
Wisdom in law and leadership, with Dave Redding
Checking in on Charlotte's small businesses
The challenges employers face, with Cheryl Richards
Turning business leaders into authors, with Fabi Preslar
The Ledger's origin story, with Tony Mecia and Cristina Bolling
Helping women achieve stable careers, with Kerry Barr O'Connor
Building Charlotte FC, with Zoran Krneta
Connecting Charlotte's creatives to the community, with Tim Miner
Who calls the shots in Charlotte? — with journalist Jim Morrill
Investing in Charlotte's Historic West End, with Charles Thomas
Fostering an entrepreneurial spirit, with Todd Buelow
Creating space for Charlotte artists, with Manoj Kesavan
Charlotte’s path toward sustainability, with Amy Aussieker
Introducing the Ledger 40 Over 40 awards
Where is the economy headed in 2023? A panel discussion
How a grieving mom created a pediatric cancer nonprofit, with Diane Restaino
Charlotte's changing real estate industry, with David Ravin
Understanding Charlotte's tech sector, with John Espey
Planning for CMS' future, with Claire Schuch
Building a regional transit system, with Geraldine Gardner
From citizen to politician, with Charlotte City Council member Marjorie Molina
Protecting Charlotte's water supply, with Catawba Riverkeeper Brandon Jones
Building better health care journalism in Charlotte, with Rose Hoban and Michelle Crouch
Behind the Charlotte FC microphone, with broadcaster Jessica Charman
University City after the Centene pullback, with Tobe Holmes and Darlene Heater
The future of Charlotte office space, with Brett Gray of Cushman & Wakefield
A year of growth for The Charlotte Ledger