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3 days ago | 
wunc.org | Jeff Tiberii |Stacia M. Brown
NPR investigative correspondent Laura Sullivan shares her reporting the new PBS documentary, Hurricane Helene’s Deadly Warning, and what the fateful storm revealed about America’s lack of preparedness for future natural disasters. Guest Laura Sullivan, NPR investigative correspondent
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4 days ago | 
wunc.org | Leoneda Inge |Stacia M. Brown
The recent announcement of a new Michelin guide dedicated to the American South has sent a ripple of excitement through several Southern states, including North Carolina. We’ll talk to a member of one of the tourism boards who help to finance the Michelin guide and learn more about the restaurant selection process.
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1 week ago | 
wunc.org | Jeff Tiberii |Stacia M. Brown
Jeff Tiberii is the co-host of WUNC's "Due South." Jeff joined WUNC in 2011. During his 20 years in public radio, he was Morning Edition Host at WFDD and WUNC’s Greensboro Bureau Chief and later, the Capitol Bureau Chief. Jeff has covered state and federal politics, produced the radio documentary “Right Turn,” launched a podcast, and was named North Carolina Radio Reporter of the Year four times. Stacia L.
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1 week ago | 
wunc.org | Leoneda Inge |Stacia M. Brown
Landon Bryant is a stand-up comic, a podcaster and the author of the new book, Bless Your Heart: A Field Guide to All Things Southern. He rose to fame telling local stories and performing observational humor inspired by his upbringing in the small town of Laurel, Mississippi. Guest Landon Bryant, creator of @landontalks on Instagram and YouTube and the with Kate podcast, author of
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1 week ago | 
wunc.org | Leoneda Inge |Stacia M. Brown
Following the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s announcement in April that it would be suspending a milk testing program, concerns over milk safety continue to grow. This coincides with a recent unsuccessful state legislature proposal to ban the sale of raw milk. GuestJonathan Allen, professor of Food, Bioprocessing, and Nutrition Sciences and the Director of Graduate Programs for Food Science at North Carolina State University
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2 weeks ago | 
wunc.org | Leoneda Inge |Stacia M. Brown
Over 78,000 people experience food insecurity in Durham County -- including more than 20,000 children. One mutual aid group working to provide greater access and to reduce food waste is Durham Community Fridges. Guest Taylor Holenbeck and Sharmîn Aziz, co-organizers of Durham Community Fridges
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2 weeks ago | 
wunc.org | Leoneda Inge |Stacia M. Brown
The long-term impact of student loan debt continues to impact adults long after they complete their higher education. The burden of education debt already impacts everything from housing to family-planning – but with recent federal changes to repayment options and timelines, the severity of the burden is likely to increase for millions of graduates. Guest Fenaba Addo, associate professor of public policy at the University of North Carolina- Chapel Hill
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2 weeks ago | 
wunc.org | Leoneda Inge |Stacia M. Brown
Nearly 80 percent of HBCU students borrow federal loans. For many, a college education would not be possible without the accrual of this debt, and the repayment process can lead to long-term financial challenges for graduates. Financial aid officers are tasked with preparing students for the impact of loan borrowing on their future. GuestDenise Hicks-Mial, director of scholarships and student aid at North Carolina Central UniversityThis conversation previously aired on May 13, 2025.
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2 weeks ago | 
wunc.org | Leoneda Inge |Stacia M. Brown
The recent announcement of a new Michelin guide dedicated to the American South has sent a ripple of excitement through several Southern states, including North Carolina. We talk to a member of one of the tourism boards who help to finance the Michelin guide and learn more about the restaurant selection process. GuestScott Peacock, director of tourism, marketing and communications for Visit NC
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3 weeks ago | 
wunc.org | Leoneda Inge |Stacia M. Brown
Durham-based jazz vocalist and storyteller Nnenna Freelon has released a new album. Beneath the Skin is the first project in her 40-year career that is comprised of completely original songs. The concept album explores themes of love, grief and reinvention. Nnenna joins in studio to talk about her experience writing and touring her new work. She also performs select songs from the album. GuestsNnenna Freelon, Grammy-nominated musician, storyteller and author, accompanied by guitarist Keith Ganz
