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Each week, April Stearns and the writers of Wildfire Magazine share their experiences of being diagnosed with breast cancer under 50. The Burn is about telling cancer stories like you’ve never read - or heard - before. We go way deeper than the medical facts to the transformation of survivorship, and in the process, we talk about the healing power of writing. Whether you’ve been diagnosed with cancer or not, you'll be inspired to write the stories in you that need to be shared. Come for the ...
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The Writeous Babe Podcast is the grown woman’s guide to journaling, giving you the inspiration and practical tools you need to create a life-changing journaling practice. Your host Javacia Harris Bowser believes you have the power to write your way through anything and to the life of your dreams. Each week tune in for uplifting conversation and thought-provoking prompts that will help you write your way to the best version of yourself.
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The nuts and bolts behind, the why‘s and how‘s of everyday heroes leaving positive legacies in Santa Cruz California.
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A group of swell gals in LA chronicle their experiences when one of them gets diagnosed with breast cancer.
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Launched in April 1998, Charlotte Talks with Mike Collins has become the region's exclusive forum for the discussion of politics, arts, culture, social issues, literature, human interest, the environment and more.
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Thirty, flirty and thriving takes a twist on this podcast with host, Sara McInerney Hauck. This podcast features solo and guest episodes about unapologetically authentically facing fear, in whatever form that comes. Your host is a facing fear guru and recent cancer survivor on a mission to encourage you to face fear alongside her. You'll laugh, cry and be alongside her and a community of those facing fear in everyday life and beyond!
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Local News Roundup: Public reaction to renovations plan at Bank of America Stadium; Kamala Harris in the Queen City; Charlotte budget approved with tax increase
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Not everyone is excited about supporting Bank of America stadium renovations to the tune of $650 million. VP Kamala Harris comes to Charlotte. And we move closer to making the dream of the Red Line train to Davidson a reality.By Wendy Herkey
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On the next Charlotte Talks, how to find the joy in life even when you’re down, even when things aren’t going your way, even when the news makes you want to scream.By Sarah Delia
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Hurricane season is expected to be very active — what role is climate change playing? Plus, a closer look at our local weather reporting
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What to expect this hurricane season, and how climate change is playing a role? Plus, a closer look at how we report on the weather in the Charlotte area.By Sarah Delia
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In this episode, I'm sharing how the children's book "The Word Collector" is inspiring my writing and journaling practice and how it can inspire yours too. The Writeous Babe Podcast is a production of See Jane Write, a website and community for women who write. Learn more at seejanewritebham.com. Special thanks to podcast engineer Eric Flowers of C…
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Nature lover Cheri Henderson lives along Lake Superior in Minnesota and was first diagnosed with breast cancer at 39. She in now living with Stage IV MBC. In this episode, Cheri reads her essay “Scan, Treat, Repeat” from the 2023 “New Normal” issue of Wildfire. Cheri’s piece is about living alongside cancer - but not letting it take over everything…
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What the Bank of America Stadium upgrades would mean for Charlotte
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Tepper Sports has asked the city for $650 million to modernize Bank of America Stadium. In return, the Panthers and Charlotte FC will commit to staying here at least until the 2040s.By Gabe Altieri
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'Unjust Debts' author on bankruptcy and the injustice baked in
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UNC-Chapel Hill professor and author Melissa Jacoby on how the bankruptcy system can take advantage of the poor and be used as a tool for those who have done wrong to skirt responsibility.By Gabe Altieri
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Local News Roundup: Bank of America Stadium upgrade discussion; County approves one cent tax hike; new ad in NC governor's race in national news
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Charlotte business leaders say Bank of America Stadium needs upgrades for Charlotte to be a “big league city.” Mecklenburg County Commissioners approved a one-cent tax increase to help cover the $2.5 billion budget voted on this week. And a new ad about the North Carolina governor's race gets national attention.…
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'When The Sea Came Alive' author on the 80th anniversary of D-Day
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In the new book, author Garrett Graff tells the story of D-Day from those who experienced it firsthand.By Gabe Altieri
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'Parliamentary America' author Maxwell Stearns on fixing our democratic system
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Many believe our politics and our government are broken — both sides seem able to agree on that. Part of the problem may be that our 18th-century system isn’t a good fit for 21st-century realities. Law professor Maxwell Stearns has analyzed our democracy, looking at what works and what doesn’t.By Gabe Altieri
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In this week's episode, we're exploring the sexy side of journaling! I’m sharing how journaling helped me sustain physical intimacy in my marriage after cancer. This episode also includes a fun interview with Nena Oledibe of Taunting Taboo, an event series that creates an unbiased space for all to explore sensuality and foster freedom through educa…
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The Aftermath: Facing Lymphedema with Jaclyn Chung
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Jaclyn Chung of San Diego is a licensed marriage & family therapist who was diagnosed at 33 with breast cancer and the BRCA2 gene. In this episode, Jaclyn reads her essay “The Aftermath: Facing Lymphedema” from the 2021 “Grief & Acceptance” issue of Wildfire. Jaclyn’s piece is about dealing with the effects of lymphedema resulting from cancer treat…
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What went well this school year, what needs improvement, and what are the priorities for fall 2024? We check in with members of the CMS Board of Education to find out
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On the next Charlotte Talks, a conversation with three of the nine members of the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Board of Education about the challenges they face and about their goals and priorities.By Sarah Delia
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A look at rent-to-own and other alternative home buying options
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The housing market is making it very difficult for first-time buyers to find a home they can afford. Some are taking a different approach: rent-to-own. Is this a good idea? Are there pitfalls to be aware of?By Gabe Altieri
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Local News Roundup: A breakthrough on the Red Line, but Silver Line to Matthews may be dead; street takeovers a problem again; Stewart Haas Racing to close
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The city of Charlotte has an agreement in principle with Norfolk Southern to use its tracks, which may pave the way for commuter rail to Iredell County. The Silver Line to Matthews may be dead. Street Takeovers are once again a problem in Uptown. We’ll talk about the latest on CMPD’s efforts to curb the issue. Those stories and more.…
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A closer look at a new poll on artificial intelligence and the role AI may play in the 2024 election.By Wendy Herkey
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Strange Bedfellows by Catherine Sumner (Explicit)
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In 2010 Catherine Sumner was working as a federal lobbyist when she was diagnosed at 31 with Stage III breast cancer. She is a New Orleans native, now residing in the Bay Area with her law enforcement wife. In this episode, Catherine reads her essay “Strange Bedfellows” from the 2024 “Queer In Cancerland” issue of Wildfire. Catherine’s piece is a l…
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Barbara Walters broke barriers for women in journalism — the new book 'Rulebreaker' reveals who Walters was as a person
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On the next Charlotte Talks, broadcast pioneer Barbara Walters paved the way for women in TV, and now her story is told in Susan Page’s new book, "Rulebreaker." Page joins us for the hour to discuss Walters' life, work and legacy.By Sarah Delia
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In this week's episode, I'm sharing why I abandoned my life bucket list, why I'm finally pursuing it once again, and how journaling could help me make these dreams come true. The Writeous Babe Podcast is a production of See Jane Write, a website and community for women who write. Learn more at seejanewritebham.com. Special thanks to podcast enginee…
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Author Jack Claiborne on his new book, 'Charlotte, the Slugger, and Me: Coming-of-Age Story of a Southern City and Two Tenacious Brothers'
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Newcomers often wonder where old Charlotte is in our glowing New South city. Much of it is in the minds and memories of those who have lived here for generations. Jack Claiborne and his brother, Slug, fall into that category — and their story is the story of Charlotte.By Gabe Altieri
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Local News Roundup: Local leaders react to tax increases in budgets; Madalina Cojocari's parents in court; ACC Tournament in Charlotte
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Both Charlotte City Council and Mecklenburg County Commission members react to tax increases in their respective budgets this week. The parents of the missing Cornelius girl Madalina Cojocari are in court. A Mecklenburg County Commissioner-elect has been arrested and charged with a DWI. Trump is expected to attend the Coca-Cola 600 and the ACC Base…
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