Profiles in Broadcasting - WBT's - Brandon Dickson

Born/ Raised - passion for the craft that led him to App State!

He shares his journey into broadcasting and all the assignments along the way.

From radio to TV....lessons learned along the way. And advice for those who want to enter this field - w/Sharon and Ed. 30:00

Excellent, compelling discussion w/Brandon!!

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Guest: Mick Mulvaney - Trump Headlines, executive orders, how the President is approaching his second term, Elon Musk and Canada a 51st State? with Bo and Beth on Good Morning BT.

Next, insulation expert Curt Rich, President and CEO for the non-profit North American Insulation Manufacturers Association (NAIMA) discusses tax credits and offer valuable information and cost-saving tips.

Theresa Payton (Cyber Security Expert) - latest thinking on AI and VP Vance at AI Summit in France.

Statewide News Update - The new elevator guy - Luke Farley unveils new elevator inspection certificate and his policy priorities.

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In Studio with Sharon and Ed, Juliana O’Rork, Vice President of Marketing, Communications & Business Development - Better Business Bureau discussing scams this time of year

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7:02 - Jennifer Weatherhead, travel expert and journalist, discussing travel plans with Sharon - 11:10

7:13 - Atrium Health Carolinas Medical center experts, including Dawn Middleton, registered nurse and clinical supervisor and Kathy Barnard, nurse manager at Atrium Health Carolinas Medical Center discuss how to stay healthy during our cold spells w/ Ed 10:20

7:22 - Guest: Adam Sperling (Truist Championship Executive Director) - 2026 Truist Championship Preview. With Bo and Beth - 8:10

Break

7:35 - Superintendent of Catholic Schools Greg Monroe joins WBTs Brett Winterble to talk about education at the Catholics schools here in the Charlotte area as they celebrate Catholic Schools Week - 14:10

7:51 - Bo and Beth welcome Theresa Payton to the show to discuss the latest news surrounding DeepSeek and the ripple effects being felt through the world of A.I. - 9:10

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7:02 - Guest: In Studio w/Sharon and Ed - Claire Crawford, the owner and lead organizer for Room to Breathe, She tells her story - as someone who struggles with ADHD and productivity, she found over the years that having a clean and organized space boosted her motivation and she started a business helping others.

Room to Breathe creates a clean and uncluttered space that paves the road for a clean and uncluttered mind. Taking a room and transforming it into an organized space where everything has a place. She can help you de-clutter and free up space in your home, in your vehicle and or for your business - 29:55

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7:35 Continue with Claire Crawford - Room to Breathe! - 23:58

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7:02 - Guest: Jan Johnson with the Uptown Farmer's Market. She shares the history and growth of one of Charlottes treasures. 4 1/2 acres over 60 vendors selling fresh locally produced eggs, meats and vegetables, along with other Farmers markets staples. Now the Market is resuming post the holidays w/ Sharon- 29:55

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7:35 Tech Headlines with Cyber Security Expert Theresa Payton, as she discusses the latest news surrounding TikTok ahead of its ban taking effect on January 19th. Theresa also talks about what she thinks the biggest difference will be between the Biden and Trump administrations regarding cyber security policy 8:19

7:43 - David Chadwick thanks the listeners of Carolina Focus for an extremely successful City of Hope Campaign -1:00

7:44 - WBT's Pete Kaliner discussing a win - the House passes law to prevent men in women's sports. His analysis and how did we ever get here! Now onto the Senate - 14:29

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7:02 - Guest Workout Anytime Owner Joshua Holland discussing healthy diets and fitness programs that work best for all individuals. Excellent "tips and tricks" shared, with Ed 21:30

7:23 - Theresa Payton (Cyber Security Expert) - META Fact-Checking with Bo and Beth - 7:10

7:35 - Final Year-End Press conference with Panther General Manager Dan Morgan - 18:30

7:54 - Sharon, (our Panther insider) provides her "Panther insights" on the Team going forward - 5:30

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7:02 - Michele Raneri, Vice President and Head of U.S. Research for TransUnion, discusses financial strategies for consumers heading into the new year, as well as the findings from TransUnion's soon-to-be-released in-depth research study on the economic recovery and how it will effect consumer credit markets in the coming year with Ed - 10:27

7:11 - Bill Belichick Introductory Press Conference - December 12th to the University of North Carolina - 19:27

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7:35 - On the CA Focus 'hotline' - John Gillette, Boat Club Manager and HOF Barefoot Champion from Lake Norman Marina - recapped the Lake Norman New Year's Day Barefoot Challenge. Logan Harrington is now the youngest contestant to ever win the tournament at age 11! John shares the rest of the results, talks the Carolina Ski Shows during the summer at Lake Wylie and describes the details of the Lake Norman Boat Club with Ed- 12:13

7:48 - From UNC Charlotte - What will happen with inflation in 2025? Will North Carolina see job growth? Here is UNCC Professor Dr. Connaughton's fourth quarter North Carolina Economic Forecast (shorten version) - 11:50

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