http://www.wfae.org/wfae/ Feed provided by WFAE 90.7 FM: Charlotte's NPR News Source en-us Copyright 2012 WFAE 90.7 Wed, 25 01 2012 12:47 EST Wed, 25 01 2012 12:47 EST Election 2012: Off And Running WFAE hosted a Public Conversation Tuesday at Winthrop University on this year's presidential race. Charlotte and Rock Hill-area residents spoke out on issues ranging from education and immigration to same-sex marriage. This forum was moderated by WFAE's Mike Collins and Winthrop professor Dr. Scott Huffmon. http://www.wfae.org/wfae/stat_search.cfm?id=8149&action=display Tue, 24 Jan 2012 12:00 EST How Should We Grade Our Teachers? More than 100 people gathered at Northwest School of the Arts for a WFAE Public Conversations forum on the topic, "How Should We Grade Our Teachers?" Teachers and other panelists from CMS and the community joined audience members to discuss the district's latest proposals for determining teacher effectiveness and pay. WFAE's Lisa Miller moderated this community forum. http://www.wfae.org/wfae/stat_search.cfm?id=7888&action=display Tue, 01 Nov 2011 12:00 EST Homeland Charlotte: How Secure Today? This forum examined the state of homeland security in Charlotte/Mecklenburg, ten years after the nation's 9/11 terrorist attacks. We addressed how local homeland security initiatives have evolved, security and emergency response plans for the area and the role of government agencies. We also covered terrorism prevention and potential vulnerabilities in the local homeland security landscape. More http://www.wfae.org/wfae/stat_search.cfm?id=7702&action=display Thu, 08 Sep 2011 12:00 EST '20-Somethings': Today's Changing Path To Adulthood This forum explored what life is like these days for college graduates and others in their twenties. The discussion highlighted ways in which changing economic and social influences are helping to shape the expectations, experiences, and life course of today's young adults. The conversation addressed various dimensions of the transition to adulthood today, and the significance of these factors for "20-somethings", their careers, families and communities. http://www.wfae.org/wfae/stat_search.cfm?id=7301&action=display Thu, 23 Jun 2011 12:00 EST Generating Charlotte's Energy Economy Local business and political leaders point to energy-related jobs as one key to achieving a stronger and sustainable economy in the Charlotte area. This forum explord the recent growth of Charlotte's "energy economy" and the potential for continued expansion of a local energy "hub." WFAE's Scott Graf moderated the conversation. http://www.wfae.org/wfae/stat_search.cfm?id=7143&action=display Thu, 28 Apr 2011 12:00 EST Social Media: Taming The Beast Managing the role of social networking in our professional and personal lives is a growing challenge. We explored the issue in this Public Conversation. http://www.wfae.org/wfae/stat_search.cfm?id=6849&action=display Tue, 15 Feb 2011 12:00 EST Religion in Public Life This Public Conversation explored the relationship between religion and public life in America, and the Charlotte region in particular. The discussion addressed the intersection of religion, politics and culture, and examined current and historic issues involving separtation of church and state. http://www.wfae.org/wfae/stat_search.cfm?id=6655&action=display Fri, 10 Dec 2010 12:00 EST Charlotte's Evolving Job Market The Charlotte-area job market is showing some signs of recovery. Which jobs will be most prevalent in the post-recession economy? What challenges lie ahead for workers and employers? WFAE's recent Public Conversation explored "Charlotte's Evolving Job Market." More http://www.wfae.org/wfae/stat_search.cfm?id=6535&action=display Tue, 19 Oct 2010 12:00 EST Southern Cooking: Then And Now How does a healthy lifestyle affect our relationship with Southern dishes that many call comfort food? Our Public Conversation "Southern Cooking: Then and Now" addressed that and other aspects of Southern cuisine. http://www.wfae.org/wfae/stat_search.cfm?id=6369&action=display Thu, 19 Aug 2010 12:00 EST Preserving Charlotte's Past Panelists and audience members discussed Charlotte's track record on historic preservation and examined the motives, costs, benefits, and common obstacles surrounding such efforts. The discussion included perspectives on recent and ongoing initiatives to preserve historic neighborhoods and buildings in Charlotte. The conversation also explored public attitudes and perceptions regarding the value of historic preservation. http://www.wfae.org/wfae/stat_search.cfm?id=6132&action=display Tue, 15 Jun 2010 12:00 EST When North Meets South: Charlotte's Culture Clash Just how 'Southern' is Charlotte today? How has the region benefited from the influx of new residents from other parts of the country? What can newcomers learn from native Southerners? Can the region effectively "blend" these unique cultures, without losing important characteristics? WFAE's Public Conversation North Meets South: Charlotte's Culture Clash addressed these questions and more. Share your thoughts on the subject here. Listen http://www.wfae.org/wfae/stat_search.cfm?id=5953&action=display Thu, 18 Mar 2010 12:00 EST Deciphering Health Care: How to Survive the System This forum explored the challenges Charlotte area consumers face in understanding, accessing and dealing with the health care system. Panelists and audience members discussed the patient's role in obtaining high quality and affordable health care, and in interacting with health insurance providers. Listen http://www.wfae.org/wfae/stat_search.cfm?id=5805&action=display Fri, 22 Jan 2010 12:00 EST CMS: The Quest for Equity This community forum explored issues of equity and equality in Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools. How well is the district doing in achieving its mission to "maximize academic achievement by every student in every school"? http://www.wfae.org/wfae/stat_search.cfm?id=5614&action=display Wed, 18 Nov 2009 12:00 EST WFAE hosts forum for 'Charlotte Mission Possible' The economic recession and other challenges have made the past year an especially difficult time for charitable organizations seeking to meet basic human needs in the Charlotte area. To help address this critical issue, WFAE hosted a Public Conversation community forum on Monday, Oct. 5, as part of the local media collaboration, "Charlotte Mission Possible." Listen to the evening's discussion here. http://www.wfae.org/wfae/stat_search.cfm?id=5491&action=display Tue, 06 Oct 2009 12:00 EST Charlotte: On the way to becoming...? You tell us WFAE hosted a Public Conversation on Charlotte's future. The event also served as a Charlotte Talks program. In advance of this forum, we sent our reporters to different communities in the Charlotte area: Rich, poor, middle-class; urban and suburban. Residents of these areas tell us what they think of Charlotte and what it's on the way to becoming. Part 1: Ballantyne, Southpark and Myers Park Listen Part 2: West Charlotte and Gastonia Listen Part 3: East Charlotte Listen Part 4: Concord Listen Part 5: Lake Norman Listen Part 6: NoDa and University City Listen Listen to the Public Covnersation and view photos of the event here. Tell us what your thoughts are on Charlotte's future in the comment section here. http://www.wfae.org/wfae/stat_search.cfm?id=5374&action=display Mon, 24 Aug 2009 12:00 EST What's Up with the Charlotte Economy? This panel discussion addressed the state of the economy in the Charlotte region. We also explored current conditions and the future outlook for the Charlotte area's real estate market, and how the housing market interacts with the region's overall economy. Panelists also addressed what a "post-recession" economy in the region might look like. http://www.wfae.org/wfae/stat_search.cfm?id=5303&action=display Fri, 31 Jul 2009 12:00 EST The Dad Factor WFAE's Public Conversations series hosted "The Dad Factor." It addressed the role of fathers in family and community life. And explored problems and challenges that can occur in homes and communities when dads are missing from the family structure. The Public Conversation also highlighted programs and services in the Charlotte area that are designed to strengthen the influence of fathers and provide mentoring for children whose fathers are absent from the home. Listen to "The Dad Factor" here. More http://www.wfae.org/wfae/stat_search.cfm?id=5188&action=display Fri, 26 Jun 2009 12:00 EST Building a Biotech Economy WFAE hosted a Public Conversation on Building a Biotech Economy. The panel discussion explored the economic aspects of the Charlotte region's emerging biotech sector including economic development strategies, employment and entrepreneurship opportunities, and the role of biotech research. Listen to the discussion and join the continuing online conversation at The Watercooler. Listen http://www.wfae.org/wfae/stat_search.cfm?id=5028&action=display Fri, 08 May 2009 12:00 EST Weighing Race and the work cut out for Charlotte The nation has broken the color barrier at the highest level of elected office. WFAE hosted a Public Conversation looking at how Barack Obama's presidency might influence the future relationship between race, ethnicity and politics - at the national, state and local levels. Still, the historic inauguration of Barack Obama has by no means resolved the issues surrounding race. Many people shared their ideas at the forum in Charlotte about how race affects our interactions - both personal and political - and what work still lies ahead for this community. WFAE's Lisa Miller has more. http://www.wfae.org/wfae/stat_search.cfm?id=4748&action=display Tue, 10 Feb 2009 12:00 EST Politics Unplugged Charlotte-area residents spoke out recently on issues in the presidential election during WFAE's community conversation event, "Politics Unplugged." Hear a sampling of the discussion. http://www.wfae.org/wfae/stat_search.cfm?id=4333&action=display Fri, 10 Oct 2008 12:00 EST The Media's Role in Election 2008 WFAE presents a community dialogue on the role of the media in the current election year. This informal and interactive session is designed to engage the audience in discussion with local media experts and journalists. http://www.wfae.org/wfae/stat_search.cfm?id=4533&action=display Wed, 17 Sep 2008 12:00 EST