The Charlotte Podcast

On a very special holiday episode of the Charlotte Podcast we hear the story of a man who lost and found his faith in Charlotte while learning what makes charlotte such a special place (A special thank you to Supportive Guy who helped write the script)

We didn't plan on talking about the Panthers...but it's been a crazy day.

This week John and Miller reunited (from inside John's actual house!) to talk Belk Bowl, what to expect from the #pod in 2018, and all things Holidays in Charlotte. We also learned about how Charlotte's namesake Queen Charlotte INVENTED THE DANG CHRISTMAS TREE and how that should be a bigger deal in Charlotte. As always we were supported with some words from the Festive One himself, Supportive Guy.

This week we were joined by Kristen Wile to discuss the 8 people/places selected by Charlotte Magazine as their 2017 Charlotteans of the Year. We also learned the history of Ratcliffe’s Flowers sign and Kristen was congratulated by Supportive Guy on her new gig as Editor of the Charlotte Magazine

John interviewed Sean Garrett of the United Way for an update what the organization is doing in the community. We also learn the history of Grandmama and were supported (as always) by Supportive Guy.

On this very special episode we hung out with our new friend Joe Bruno in front of a live audience and discussed cone weed, spills and some other (actually) important things. We also learned about the history of Plaza Midwood and were supported by GladLibs provided by Supportive Guy and filled in by the audience. Recorded on 11/18/17 at Petra’s.

We were joined by Jena Burgin-Peters to learn about her incredible career and performing arts studio. We also learn about the ghosts of the Manor Theater and were supported by an aging Supportive Guy.

It’s our 100th episode and we’re too tired to write a full description. The one thing we will say is…this thing has been a blessing for us and we are appreciative of all of you. Ps - This episode is pretty good, so you should listen to it.

Today we were joined by Cherie Swarthout, the Director of Athletics at Queens University of Charlotte, to discuss the university, the success of its sports programs and what Miller was like as an employee. We also learned a little bit of Queens history and were supported by ole Supportive Guy.

This week we were joined by Charlotte’s two candidates for mayor, Councilman Kenny Smith and Mayor Pro Tem Vi Lyles. They were both pretty darn delightful, and very willing to tell their personal stories and dish on all things Charlotte, music, sports memories, and even their stances on if Charlotte should have a statue of Grandmama. To close it out, we were supported by some very special Mayoral Election Supportive Words from Supportive Guy. Please remember to get out and vote on Tuesday, November 7th for one of these fine folks. Music by https://www.free-stock-music.com

In a previously recorded episode Miller sits down with Jeremy Markovich to answer the question: “Is Charlotte a BBQ town?” Please direct all of your hate mail to @thetrolleywalk.

Today we were joined by the incredible Molly Barker of The Red Boot Way to discuss her experiences and how she is working to equip people in personal and community-based problem solving. We also learned about the Charlotte Rage and Supportive Guy embarrasses Miller.

NC State Senator Jeff Jackson returns to the podcast to discuss his 1,000 Doors of Summer, gerrymandering and why he feels optimistic about the future of politics. We also learn some (insane) racing history and were supported (as always) by Supportive Guy.

We were joined by Ashleigh and Scott of Lumberjaxe and learned about the premier axe throwing company in Charlotte. We also learned about the Big Rock Rock Shelter and were supported by Supportive Guy.

Today we were joined by Sam Perkins of the Catawba Riverkeeper Foundation to discuss the organization’s mission and the importance of the Catawba River Basin for the Charlotte area. We also got over some irrational fears, learned about Lake Norman and were supported by Supportive Guy.