On The Record: Arroe Collins on Radio, Reinvention and the People Behind the Stories
Longtime Charlotte radio personality Arroe Collins reflects on a career that began with childhood dreams of broadcasting in Wyoming and grew into decades of radio, writing, interviews and podcasting. He shares the people and experiences that shaped his career, his thoughts on radio's changing landscape, and how his work at Harris Teeter has given him another way to connect with people and discover the stories worth telling.
On The Record: Chuck Boozer
Chuck Boozer started his radio career at 18 years old in 1973, and more than five decades later, he's still behind the microphone. In this On The Record interview, the longtime Carolinas broadcaster looks back on his career, his move from music to talk radio, his current show on WHKY in Hickory, and why he believes good local radio still has a place in today's changing media landscape.
On the Record: Mark Starling on Local Radio, Hurricane Helene and Why Being There Still Matters
For 11 years, Mark Starling has been a familiar morning voice on Asheville's NewsRadio 570 WWNC. In this On The Record interview, the morning host and news director reflects on his career, the station's critical role during Hurricane Helene, and why he believes live, local radio remains as important as ever in the communities it serves.
A Little Southern Drawl Goes a Long Way
I’ve sometimes wondered whether my Southern accent costs me opportunities. Meanwhile, a radio station in Ohio has turned that same drawl into weather sponsorships—and listeners are asking to meet me. Sometimes the very thing we worry about changing is what people appreciate most.
ON THE RECORD - CATHERINE LANE
Catherine Lane reflects on 40 years in Charlotte radio, from discovering broadcasting almost by accident in college to becoming a longtime voice on Country 103.7 WSOC-FM and Tanner in the Morning. She shares the importance of authenticity, friendship and local connection, the personal experiences she brought to the air, and why she believes live, local personalities remain something technology can never truly replace.
10 Questions with Joe Greene of WNCW 88.7 FM
Joe Greene reflects on nearly four decades in broadcasting, from discovering distant AM stations as a kid to spending nearly 30 years in commercial radio and eventually finding a home at WNCW 88.7 FM. He shares the people and experiences that shaped his career, his love of bluegrass and independent music, memorable encounters with musicians, and why he believes listeners still value something technology can’t replace: a real person on the other side of the microphone.
10 Questions with the Bible Broadcasting Network
Bible Broadcasting Network leaders Carl Redemann and Jason Padgett discuss the mission behind BBN, what it takes to operate a worldwide radio ministry, and how the network is adapting to changing technology and listening habits. They also share how BBN approaches growth, including its expansion in Charlotte, while balancing new ways of reaching listeners with a commitment to the mission that has guided the organization for decades.
IN THEIR OWN WORDS - Phil Vavra
Phil Vavra reflects on a radio career that has taken him from Top 40, Adult Contemporary and Country to an unexpected new chapter in Classical Public Radio. Now hosting mornings on WDAV-FM 89.9, he shares what surprised him about public radio, the unique relationship between WDAV and its listeners, the challenges facing the industry and why he sees change as an opportunity rather than something to fear.
IN THEIR OWN WORDS - HURLEY
Hurley looks back on more than 25 years in radio, from getting his start at Y100 Miami to becoming a familiar voice in Charlotte on Kiss 95.1, K104.7 and Mix 100.9/99.3. He shares stories from his early days as a station stunt guy, reflects on radio’s ability to connect with listeners, discusses how technology and syndication have changed the business, and explains why he’s still hoping his next opportunity keeps him behind a microphone near Charlotte.
IN THEIR OWN WORDS - LIZ LUDA
Liz Luda reflects on the unlikely journey that brought her back to Charlotte and eventually behind the microphone at the radio station she grew up listening to. She shares how a serious health scare nearly changed her path, the friendships she found on The Morning Mix, her connection with listeners and why she’s leaving this chapter of her career with gratitude while looking ahead to what comes next.