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You always know when you listen to Bo!   For nearly a decade, The Bo Thompson Morning Show on WBT has been Charlotte’s alarm clock.  Whether it be News with Steve Counts, Sports from Jim Szoke, Traffic with Pam Warner, Weather from the Fox 46 Neighborhood Stormwatch Center and TWC’s Meteorologist Ray Stagic, Business, Politics, Pop Culture, or Bo’s in depth interviews with local and national movers & shakers, The Bo Show gives you everything you need to know, before you get to work.   The Bo Thompson Morning Show Weekdays 5 – 10am.

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    Remembering Marshall Adams

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2025 10:43 Transcription Available


    Bo Thompson, Beth Troutman, and John Hancock remember former WBT News Director Marshall Adams, who passed away earlier this week. Hired in 2002, Adams spent four years at the station. Later in his career, he became Program Director for the oldest radio station in America, KDKA in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Good Morning BT | Mark Harris on Gov Shutdown End | Sean O'Connell Reviews News "Running Man" | Remembering Marshall Adams

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2025 112:49 Transcription Available


    Good Morning BT with Bo Thompson and Beth Troutman | Friday, November 14th, 2025. 6:05 Beth’s Song of the Day 6:20 Replay: Thom Tillis pt 1 6:35 Replay: Thom Tillis pt 2 6:50 RAM Biz Update; Chick-Fil-A testing out chicken and waffle sandwich 7:05 Drake Maye continues MVP campaign as Patriots beat Jets on Thursday Night Football 7:20 Guest: Congressman Mark Harris - Gov reopens | Hemp regulations added to CR 7:35 Congressman Mark Harris cont. - ICE deployment to Charlotte 7:50 Tell me something good (Good news from WBT listeners) 8:05 Guest: Sean O'Connell (Deputy Editor at CBR) 8:35 Friday News Quiz with Jeff Atkinson 8:50 Tell us something good cont. 9:05 Guest: John Hancock 9:20 John Hancock cont. - Remembering Marshall Adams 9:35 Big weekend with John Hancock 9:50 Show wrapSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Good Morning BT | Exclusive: Senator Tillis Talks Shutdown End | The Great Customer Service Debate

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2025 119:26 Transcription Available


    Good Morning BT with Bo Thompson and Beth Troutman | Thursday, November 13th, 2025. 6:05 Beth’s Song of the Day 6:20 Guest: Theresa Payton (Cyber Security Expert) - OpenTable selling customer info | Phone "cleaning" apps | VPN's 6:35 President Trump signs bill to officially end shutdown 6:50 RAM Biz Update; New holiday guidelines for Target employees (10/4 rule) 7:05 Steve talks the psychology behind employee-customer relations 7:20 Target's 10/4 rule (Customer service) cont. 7:35 Bo responds to texts about Customer service 7:50 Epstein files house vote latest 8:05 Guest: Senator Thom Tillis - End of Gov. shutdown | Epstein Files 8:35 Guest: Tim Rhodes (Dir. of Run Charlotte) - Charlotte Marathon 8:50 The Sports Corner with Jim Szoke: Nic Scourton 9:05 Guest: David Chadwick - Youth Commission International 9:20 Steve's Stories: are you a follower or a free thinker 9:35 Guest: Jones Angell (UNC PxP) - UNC Basketball season underway, tar Heels remain undefeated | UNC Football vs Wake Forest on Saturday 9:50 People's Market and Pizza Peel closing due to staffing issuesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Senator Thom Tillis: Shutdown finally over | Epstein files vote

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2025 13:52 Transcription Available


    Senator Thom Tillis joins the show to talk about the end of the longest government shutdown in history as well as the upcoming House vote to release the Epstein files. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Theresa Payton: OpenTable selling customer data | Phone "cleaning" apps and VPN's

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2025 10:23 Transcription Available


    Cyber Security Expert Theresa Payton joins Bo and Beth to discuss the report that OpenTable is selling customer data to advertisers and local restaurants. Theresa recommends phone "cleaning" apps for listeners.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    GM Sedrick Thomas talks new Spicy Tenders at Slim Chickens

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2025 19:14 Transcription Available


    Sedrick Thomas (GM of two Slim Chickens locations) stops by the studio to give the GMBTeam a first taste of the new spicy tenders coming to Slim Chickens...the tenders did not disappoint. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Good Morning BT | Slim Chickens Taste Test | Shutdown latest | Prof. Scott Huffmon

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2025 110:13 Transcription Available


    Good Morning BT with Bo Thompson and Beth Troutman | Wednesday, November 12th, 2025. 6:05 Beth’s Song of the Day | Steve returns! 6:20 President Trump's appearance on The Ingraham Angle 6:35 Twitter has new "Certified Bangers" feature 6:50 RAM Biz Update; Caller John talks about features for verified users on Twitter/X 7:05 Hornets release newest City Edition jerseys...there's mixed reviews 7:20 Hornets new city jerseys cont. 7:35 Revisiting the "Certified Banger" feature on Twitter/X 7:50 Winterble Wednesday - Crossing the Streams with Brett Winterble 8:05 NFL Analyst Mark Schlereth talks Panthers struggles vs Saints | Greg Olsen on the NCAA transfer portal 8:20 Docuseries on Eddie Murphy now on Netflix 8:35 Guest: Scott Huffmon (Poli-Sci Professor) - Gov shutdown latest 8:50 Scott Huffmon cont. - shutdown effects on air travel 9:05 Guest: NC Labor Commissioner Luke Farley 9:20 In-Studio guest: Sedrick Thomas (GM for two Slim Chickens locations in Charlotte) 9:35 Sedrick Thomas cont. - New Spicy chicken tender taste test with Bo and Beth 9:50 GMBTeam reviews new spicy tenders from Slim ChickensSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Good Morning BT | Veteran's Day with John Falkenbury and Wayne Troutman | What are your Note app rituals?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2025 92:11 Transcription Available


    Good Morning BT with Bo Thompson and Beth Troutman | Tuesday, November 11th, 2025. 6:05 Beth’s Song of the Day | Happy Veteran's Day 6:20 Guest: Geoff Maurer (Weather Channel Meteorologist) - Flurry sightings in Charlotte yesterday 6:35 Guest: Wayniac Troutman - Veteran's day plans 6:50 RAM Biz Update; Oreo new Thanksgiving inspired flavors 7:05 GMBT Fantasy Football league standings update 7:20 Replay: Mick Mulvaney - GOP plan for healthcare fix 7:35 Guest: John Falkenbury (Military analyst) - Veteran's Day reflection 7:50 What your Notes app says about you (Washington Post article) 8:05 What your Notes app says about you (Washington Post article) cont. 8:20 GMBTeam Notes app deep dive 8:35 GMBT callers shares notes on their phone 8:50 Guest: Breaking Brett Jensen - Election postmortem 9:05 Notes app conversation cont. 9:50 Show wrapSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    John Falkenbury: Veteran's Day reflection on GMBT

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2025 8:53 Transcription Available


    Army Veteran and Military analyst John Falkenbury joins Bo and Beth to reflect on this Veteran's Day and to celebrate those who have dedicated their life to serving their country. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Good Morning BT | Government attempts to shutdown Bernie | Mick Mulvaney Monday

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2025 103:55 Transcription Available


    Good Morning BT with Bo Thompson and Beth Troutman | Monday, November 10th, 2025. 6:05 Beth’s Song of the Day | Happy 11/10 day! | Government shutdown hits GMBTeam member 6:20 Guest: Geoff Maurer (Weather Channel Meteorologist) - Cold front sweeping through Southeast 6:35 Gov. shutdown could be nearing an end 6:50 RAM Biz Update; Kraft launches new Thanksgiving inspired Mac and Cheese flavor 7:05 Panthers lose to Saints, fall to 5-5 7:20 Beth's National Anthem Performance...part 2 7:35 Pres. Trump Sunday Night Football appearance | Report: Pres. Trump would like new Washington stadium named after himself 7:50 SNL highlights 8:05 UNC football gets win against Stanford 8:20 Celebrating the 250th birthday of the US Marines (Carolina Focus special) 8:50 New K-Pop song could be first to win Grammy 9:05 Guest: Mick Mulvaney - Gov. Shutdown could be coming to an end 9:20 Mick Mulvaney cont. - Gov. shutdown cont. 9:35 Mick Mulvaney cont. - Gov. shutdown cont. 9:50 Mick Mulvaney cont. - Pres. Trump's SNF appearanceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Mick Mulvaney: Shutdown end in sight? | President Trump on Sunday Night Football

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2025 29:18 Transcription Available


    The former Chief of Staff to Donald Trump shares his expectations as the government shutdown looks to be nearing an end. Mick also talks about President Trump's appearance on the Sunday Night Football broadcast.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Good Morning BT | What did they just say?! | Hancock Friday | Nostalgia

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 7, 2025 119:48 Transcription Available


    Good Morning BT | Friday, November 7, 2025 6:05 Beth’s Song of the Day6:20 Replay: Ed Driggs on City Council elections & being the only Republican on the dais / MTG on term limits6:35 Gremlins sequel & Michael Jackson biopic coming next year6:50 RAM Biz Update; More 80s nostalgia & Starbucks new BEARista holiday cups 7:05 Kirkland makes everything7:20 Guest: Mark Harris - Requesting National Guard to come to Charlotte / Outcome of local elections7:35 Guest: Mark Harris - Government shutdown & path to re-opening7:50 Tell Me Something Good 8:05 Guest: Willie P - Charlotte FC's playoff game tonight8:20 Tell Me Something Good (cont.) / Willie P makes it to the studio!8:35 Friday News Quiz with Mark Garrison8:50 Cam Newton's comments to Ja Morant about Charlotte 9:05 Guest: Hancock - Hornets Memories9:20 Guest: Hancock - Michelin awards in Charlotte9:35 Guest: Hancock - Big Weekend9:50 Guest: Hancock - Show WrapSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Congressman Mark Harris: Calls for Nat'l Guard to Charlotte | Government Shutdown

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 7, 2025 14:11 Transcription Available


    Congressman Mark Harris makes his weekly appearance with Bo & Beth to discuss his call - along with other NC representatives - to have Governor Josh Stein activate the National Guard to assist CMPD, the ongoing government shutdown and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Good Morning BT | Exclusive: Ed Driggs on Being CLT's Last GOPer Standing | Words That Still Matter

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2025 120:16 Transcription Available


    Good Morning BT | Thursday, November 6, 2025 6:05 Beth’s Song of the Day6:20 Replay: Charlotte Councilmember-elect Kimberly Owens6:35 Replay: Charlotte Councilmember-elect Kimberly Owens cont.6:50 RAM Biz Update; Nike's new robotic shoes 7:05 Bo & Beth will be moving their cars like a Seinfeld episode7:20 President Trump reaction to Mamdani winning NYC mayor's race / Clip from Erika Kirk interview7:35 Brett Jensen speaks to Sherriff McFadden / Reid Helms from the Crimestoppers BBQ checks in 7:50 MTG appears on The View - is she planning to run for... something? 8:05 Guest: City Council Member Ed Driggs (District 7) - Local elections & being the only Republican on City Council8:20 7 words people don't use anymore (we only got to one... because, of course we did)8:35 We try to get to those other words from the previous segment (we didn't)8:50 Carolina Outdoors' Bill Bartee calls in with a "Hello" story 9:05 Replay: Theresa Payton9:20 Guest: Robert Stricklin of 'Get Your Rear In Gear' & colon cancer awareness9:35 Guest: Jones Angell talks Tarheels9:50 Greg from Oakhurst Pharmacy adds to the 'rear' conversation / Show wrapSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Robert Stricklin: Get Your Rear In Gear & Colon Cancer Coalition

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2025 10:34 Transcription Available


    Bo & Beth welcome back Robert Stricklin, speaking about the upcoming yearly Get Your Rear In Gear event & colon cancer awareness. More information available at ColonCancerCoalition.orgSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    City Council Member Ed Driggs (D-7): Yesterday's Elections & Being the Only Republican on City Council

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2025 10:38 Transcription Available


    Ed Driggs of the Charlotte City Council joins Bo & Beth to discuss yesterday's election outcomes, being the only Republican left on the dais and what we might expect moving forward in the next term.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Good Morning BT | Election 2025 Recap | Exclusive: Kimberly Owens Talks D6 Upset | Carolina Ascent Coach Philip Poole

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 5, 2025 115:50 Transcription Available


    Good Morning BT with Bo Thompson and Beth Troutman | Wednesday, November 5th, 2025. 6:05 Beth’s Song of the Day | Election night recap 6:20 Guest: Theresa Payton (Cyber Security Expert) - Passing of Dick Cheney 6:35 Election recap cont. (Edwin Peacock) 6:50 RAM Biz Update; Bo's impulse buy sparks sauce conversation 7:05 WBT Text line weighs in on sauce conversation 7:20 Nationwide election night recap 7:35 Local election night recap cont. 7:50 Winterble Wednesday: Crossing the Streams with Brett Winterble 8:05 Jim Szoke's House of Sport | Hornets lose to winless Pelicans 8:20 Election night recap with Bo and Beth 8:35 Guest: Mick Mulvaney - National election night reaction 8:50 Guest: Prof. Scott Huffmon (Poli-Sci Professor at Winthrop) - Election night recap 9:05 Guest: Coach Phillip Poole (Carolina Ascent) 9:20 Coach Phillip Poole (Carolina Ascent) 9:35 Guest: Kimberly Owens (Charlotte City Council D-6) - Surprise win over Krista Bokhari in D-6 9:50 Show wrapSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Theresa Payton: Passing of Former VP Dick Cheney | Tech Headlines

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 5, 2025 9:54 Transcription Available


    Cyber Security Expert Theresa Payton reflects on her interactions with former VP Dick Cheney after it was announced he passed away from pneumonia complications. Plus, Bo and Beth get Theresa's take on some major tech headlines. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Mick Mulvaney on GMBT: Dems win Election Night

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 5, 2025 8:04 Transcription Available


    Former White House Chief of Staff Mick Mulvaney shares his thoughts on last night's election results in New York City as well as Virginia.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    City Council Member-Elect Kimberly Owens (D-6): "Exceedingly proud of the campaign we ran..."

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 5, 2025 11:06 Transcription Available


    Newest Charlotte City Council Elect Kimberly Owens joins Bo and Beth to reflect on her victory over Krista Bokhari in District 6.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Philip Poole: Head Coach of the Carolina Ascent

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 5, 2025 16:16 Transcription Available


    Carolina Ascent Head Coach Philip Poole joins Bo and Beth in studio to reflect on his time as Head Coach as well his local ties to Charlotte. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Good Morning BT | Pat McCrory on Election Day | Dick Cheney Dead at 84

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2025 107:16 Transcription Available


    Good Morning BT with Bo Thompson and Beth Troutman | Tuesday, November 4th, 2025. 6:05 Beth’s Song of the Day | Election Day 2025! 6:20 Replay: Mick Mulvaney - NYC Mayor race and nationwide redistricting | Breaking: Former VP Dick Cheney passes away at 84 6:35 GMBT questions longevity of Beth's Styrofoam cup... from yesterday's lunch 6:50 RAM Biz Update; Charlotte gets first Michelin star 7:05 Guest: Andy Dulin (Election Day poll correspondent) 7:20 Former VP Dick Cheney passes away at 84 7:35 Guest: Kenny Smith (Former Charlotte City Councilman) - Charlotte Election day preview 7:50 Kenny Smith cont. 8:05 Guest: Joel Ford (Former NC State Senator) - Local election preview cont 8:20 GMBTeam Fantasy Football league update 8:35 Dirty Restaurant Tuesday with Mark Garrison 8:50 Breaking Brett Jensen - Election day coverage 9:05 Guest: Former Gov. Pat McCrory - Local elections 9:20 Former Gov. Pat McCrory cont. - National elections/midterm outlook 9:35 Guest: Scott Padgett (Former Mayor of Concord) - Concord election day latest 9:50 Show wrapSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Former NC Governor and Charlotte Mayor Pat McCrory: Election Day 2025 preview

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2025 12:06 Transcription Available


    Bo and Beth welcome former NC Gov. Pat McCrory to get his take on the local and national races to watch.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Joel Ford: Election Day 2025 breakdown with Bo and Beth

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2025 9:00 Transcription Available


    Bo and Beth welcome former State Senator Joel Ford to share his thoughts on local races to watch in Charlotte on election day.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Kenny Smith: Charlotte Election Day 2025 Preview on GMBT

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2025 12:16 Transcription Available


    Former Charlotte City Councilman Kenny Smith joins Bo and Beth to discuss some of the notable local races. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Good Morning BT | All CLT Does is WIN | Trump on "60 Minutes" | Mulvaney In-Studio

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2025 107:23 Transcription Available


    Good Morning BT with Bo Thompson and Beth Troutman | Monday, November 3rd, 2025. 6:05 Beth’s Song of the Day | Panthers Victory Monday! 6:20 Brett Jensen interviews Charlotte FOP President Daniel Redford after Stella Patterson named New CMPD Chief 6:35 Public Health researchers say seasonal time changes should be abolished 6:50 RAM Biz Update; McDonald's starting to round up or down for cash users 7:05 Panthers move to 5-4 after win in Green Bay | CLT FC force game 3 Friday in Charlotte 7:20 GMBT Fantasy Football update | Penny extinction convo cont. (text line) 7:35 President Trump 60 Minutes interview recap 7:50 President Trump 60 Minutes interview recap cont. 8:05 Historic Weekend in Charlotte/North Carolina sports 8:20 Jim Szoke's Lambeau field experience 8:35 Viral Story: Jordon Hudson dresses up as herself for Halloween 8:50 WBT Text Line weighs in on Daylight Savings Time | Beth's cool story 9:05 Guest: Mick Mulvaney - Gov Shutdown latest 9:20 Mick Mulvaney cont. - NYC Mayoral race 9:35 Mick Mulvaney cont. - Nuclear weapons testing 9:50 Mick Mulvaney cont. - Illegal border crossings hit 55-year lowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Mick Mulvaney: Government Shutdown | Historic border numbers | NYC mayoral race

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2025 28:04 Transcription Available


    Bo and Beth welcome Mick Mulvaney to break down the latest news coming out of Washington as the government shutdown continues. Mick weighs in on the NYC mayoral race as well as President Trump's appearance on 60 Minutes last night. Plus, illegal border crossings reportedly hit a 55 year low.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Larry Sprinkle: Hall of Famer (& King of Halloween!) joins Bo & Beth

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2025 12:50 Transcription Available


    One of our favorites - and recent Hall of Fame Inductee - Larry Sprinkle joins Bo & Beth (and Hancock) to discuss his HoF induction, Halloween & radio history.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Congressman Mark Harris: Government Shutdown, Trump-Xi Meeting, Ending the Filibuster

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2025 16:47 Transcription Available


    Congressman Mark Harris makes his weekly appearance with Bo & Beth to discuss the happenings of the last week, including the ongoing government shutdown, Trump's Asia trip & more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Good Morning BT | Halloween | Mark Harris | Garrison Reports | Hancock Friday

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2025 124:00 Transcription Available


    Good Morning BT | Friday, October 31, 2025 6:05 Beth’s Song of the Day6:20 GUEST: The Weather Channel's Ray Stagich6:35 Replay: Scott Morris of Morris Costumes6:50 RAM Biz Update; Bo's Perfect Candy Confidence Part 1 7:05 Bo's Perfect Candy Confidence Part 27:20 GUEST: Congressman Mark Harris - Government shutdown & possible end to Senate filibuster 7:35 GUEST: Congressman Mark Harris - Why are we stuck with a CR? Takeaways from Trump-Xi meeting7:50 Tell Me Something Good 8:05 Tell Me Something Good cont.8:20 Mark Garrison Reports feature8:35 Friday News Quiz8:50 GUEST: WFNZ & CLT FC's Willie P on tonight's playoff game in NY 9:05 GUEST: Hancock - Halloween Plans9:20 GUEST: Hancock - Larry Sprinkle calls in9:35 GUEST: Hancock - Big Weekend9:50 GUEST: Hancock - We still don't know what 6-7 is (and don't want to); Show wrapSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Good Morning BT | Halloween Prep | Congressman Murphy | Betsy Mack | Scott Morris

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2025 125:06 Transcription Available


    Good Morning BT | Thursday, October 30, 2025 6:05 Beth’s Song of the Day6:20 President Trump's visit to Asia & meeting with China's President Xi6:35 Halloween decorations have gotten bigger and bigger; jump-scaring people in your neighborhood6:50 RAM Biz Update; The Chicken Wars are taking off 7:05 We need an emoji for sarcasm; should we use AI as an 'emotional check'?7:20 Our Family Wizard (OFW) app detects tone of text messages; Caller Tammy uses Goblin AI to make sure emails are appropriate7:35 GUEST: Congressman Greg Murphy - will seek reelection in NC District 3; Health care being the biggest issue in shutdown7:50 Determining tone in text messages (cont.) 8:05 GUEST: Betsy Mack, SVP of Community Impact, Charlotte Hornets8:20 Election night tease, Trump-Xi meeting in Asia8:35 GUEST: Scott Morris, Owner of Morris Costumes8:50 Best Halloween costumes from the GMBTeam 9:05 GUEST: David Chadwick, Bill & Vicki Rose9:20 GUEST: David Chadwick, Bill & Vicki Rose cont.9:35 GUEST: Jones Angell9:50 News & Brews recap; Show wrapSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Scott Morris, Owner of Morris Costumes

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2025 9:36 Transcription Available


    Scott Morris of Morris Costumes joins Bo & Beth to give the lowdown on the popular costumes for this year's Halloween, where the trends come from & if you can still score one at the last minute.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Betsy Mack, Charlotte Hornets SVP of Community Impact

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2025 7:28 Transcription Available


    Charlotte Hornets Senior Vice President of Community Impact, Betsy Mack, joins Bo & Beth to talk about tonight's breast cancer awareness theme night at the Hornets-Magic game, including special activities, limited-edition merchandise and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Congressman Greg Murphy: Government Shutdown & Healthcare

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2025 8:52 Transcription Available


    NC District 3 Congressman Greg Murphy joins Bo & Beth to discuss the recent redistricting, current situation with the shutdown & expectations for reopening the government and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Theresa Payton: AI Layoffs, Robots Providing Elder Care

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 29, 2025 7:32 Transcription Available


    Cybersecurity expert and CEO of Fortalice Solutions, Theresa Payton, joins Bo & Beth to talk about some of the newest tech headlines: from layoffs caused by AI to elderly folks being cared for by robots. Follow Theresa on X: @TrackerPaytonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Good Morning BT | Bots & AI | Load Management | Carrie Bradshaw Index

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 29, 2025 104:53 Transcription Available


    Good Morning BT | Wednesday, October 29, 2025 6:05 Beth’s Song of the Day6:20 GUEST: Theresa Payton - AI causing layoffs across multiple industries and making people question reality on the internet, robots might soon be caring for the elderly6:35 Bots being used to dupe people on social media6:50 RAM Biz Update 7:05 Election night tease, Hornets lose to Heat, CLT FC loses to NYC FC, Jordan makes another appearance on NBA on NBC7:20 Michael Jordan's 'load management' comments7:35 46k seat venue to be built on top of skyscraper for 2034 FIFA World Cup in Saudi Arabia7:50 GUEST: Brett Winterble - continuing to chat about skyscraper stadium, News & Brews tonight 8:05 Brad Paisley's "baseball voodoo" causing games to go into extra innings8:20 Rail Trail pedestrian bridge spanning I-277 breaks ground8:35 GUEST: Scott Huffmon - Trump 2028?8:50 GUEST: Scott Huffmon cont. - Gov't Shutdown & Jeff Jackson statement on SNAP Benefit lawsuit 9:05 "The Carrie Bradshaw Index": how 'livable' are major cities on a single person's income?9:20 "The Carrie Bradshaw Index" cont.9:35 REPLAY: Theresa Payton9:50 Revisiting Beth's robot fears; News & Brews tease & show wrapSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Good Morning BT | Sports Equinox | Camp 4 Heroes | Tipping Gone Wild

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2025 123:48 Transcription Available


    Good Morning BT | Tuesday, October 28, 2025 6:05 Beth’s Song of the Day; Wild World Series game last night/this morning6:20 GUEST: Weather Channel's Ray Stagich on Hurricane Melissa & expectations for the rest of this week6:35 Replay: Mick Mulvaney6:50 RAM Biz Update; Dark Room Dating - "The Feels" - $200+ for a really strange dating experience? 7:05 The World of Sport: World Series game 3 recap; Charlotte FC v NYC FC MLS Playoff game tonight7:20 Halloween on Friday - expect to see more gummy candy this year, poor harvest & pricier chocolate to blame7:35 GUEST: WFNZ & Charlotte FC's Willie P on tonight's MLS Playoff game7:50 GMBT Fantasy Football scoreboard 8:05 "The Sports Equinox" and Panther chat8:20 GUEST: WBT's Brandon Dickson Camp 4 Heroes report8:35 Dirty Restaurant Tuesdays with Mark Garrison8:50 GUEST: Brett Jensen on upcoming local elections 9:05 What going to a restaurant has become these days: counter service, bussing your own table, and then being asked to tip the staff9:20 Tipping craziness cont. (w/ callers)9:35 Tipping craziness cont. (w/ callers)9:50 Tipping craziness cont. (w/ callers)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Brandon Dickson visits Camp 4 Heroes | Herofest THIS WEEKEND!

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2025 10:32 Transcription Available


    WBT News' Brandon Dickson joins Bo & Beth to talk about his experience visiting Camp 4 Heroes and promotes their upcoming Herofest this weekend (Oct 31 - Nov 2). More information can be found at Camp4Heroes.orgSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Good Morning BT | Panthers fall to Bills | Political headlines with Mick Mulvaney

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2025 122:52 Transcription Available


    Good Morning BT with Bo Thompson and Beth Troutman | Monday, October 27th, 2025. 6:05 Beth’s Song of the Day 6:20 Talktoberfest 2025: Ladies Night Recap 6:35 Rex Ryan comments on the passing of former Jet Nick Mangold 6:50 RAM Biz Update; Nike unveils new shoe...backed by neuroscience! 7:05 Panthers steak comes to an end, lose to Bills 40-9 7:20 Pres. Trump comments on trade negotiations with Canada after Reagan Ad 7:35 Latest on WH demo/construction 7:50 Teacher David shares White House history 8:05 Panthers fall to 4-4, lose to Bills 40-9 8:20 NBA Commissioner Adam Silver comments on NBA betting scandal 8:35 Buzzfeed: List of the biggest flops in recent memory 8:50 Packaging discussion with Bo, Beth and Jim 9:05 Guest: Mick Mulvaney - White House construction 9:20 Mick Mulvaney cont. - Pres. Trump responds to Canadian ad on tariffs 9:35 Mick Mulvaney cont. - NYC Mayoral race 9:50 Mick Mulvaney cont. - John Bolton IndictmentSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Mick Mulvaney: White House construction | Trade standoff with Canada | Bolton Indictment

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2025 32:29 Transcription Available


    Former Trump Chief of Staff Mick Mulvaney joins Bo and Beth to discuss the demolition of the east wing by the Trump administration as they make way for a new ballroom. President Trump's continued frustration with Canada after an ad campaign aimed at former President Ronald Regan's stance on tariffs. Plus, Mick dives into the indictment of John Bolton. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Good Morning BT | FBI probe latest | Tell Me Something Good Friday | John Hancock

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 24, 2025 121:07 Transcription Available


    Good Morning BT with Bo Thompson and Beth Troutman | Friday, October 24th 2025. 6:05 Beth’s Song of the Day 6:20 Developing Story: FBI NBA gambling probe 6:35 Guest: Theresa Payton (Cyber Security Expert) - FBI gambling probe 6:50 RAM Biz Update; Talktoberfest wrap weekend and News and Brews Promo 7:05 News and Brews Tickets contest (WBT Radio history) 7:20 Guest: Congressman Mark Harris - Gov. shutdown latest 7:35 Congressman Mark Harris - New NC Congressional Map | Redistricting Nationwide 7:50 Tell me something Good (GMBT Friday staple) 8:05 Developing Story: FBI NBA gambling probe cont. 8:20 Pres. Trump terminates all trade with Canada after alleged fake Ronald Reagan ad regarding tariffs 8:35 Guest: Chris Swecker (Retired FBI Special Agent) - Developing Story: FBI NBA gambling probe 8:50 Talktoberfest: Ladies night promo 9:05 Guest: John Hancock 9:20 Friday News Quiz with Jeff Atkinson 9:35 Big Weekend with John Hancock 9:50 Show wrapSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Chris Swecker: Insight into FBI probe involving NBA/Mob

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 24, 2025 9:16 Transcription Available


    Former FBI Special Agent In-Charge Chris Swecker joins Bo and Beth to discuss the latest details surrounding the FBI probe incriminating several players and coaches in the NBA as well as the mob. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Theresa Payton: FBI sports betting probe rocks NBA

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 24, 2025 11:10 Transcription Available


    Cyber Security Expert Theresa Payton discusses the FBI probe into illegal sports betting with ties between the NBA and the mafia as tech seems to have played a major role. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Good Morning BT | A day of legendary WBT callers | Developing Story: Current and Former NBA players arrested after FBI probe

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2025 124:53 Transcription Available


    Good Morning BT with Bo Thompson and Beth Troutman | Thursday, October 22nd, 2025. 6:05 Beth’s Song of the Day 6:20 Pres. Trump comments on White House construction 6:35 Bengals QB Joe Flacco is very relatable | Solo-Festival experiences on the rise according to Ticketmaster 6:50 RAM Biz Update; AWS outage impacted millions of smart bed customers 7:05 Caller Sam loved waterbeds and the 80's... a lot 7:20 Guest: Tim Boyum (Spectrum News) - NC Redistricting 7:35 Revisiting Legendary Caller Sam 7:50 "New" words being added to Webster's Dictionary 8:05 Developing: Former Hornets Guard Terry Rozier arrested by FBI, linked to points shaving 8:20 Hornets win season opener vs Nets 8:35 Caller Jim joins the legendary call hall of fame 8:50 Inside the NBA makes ESPN debut 9:05 Guest: David Chadwick and Bill Rose (Part owner of the New York Yankees) 9:20 David Chadwick and Bill Rose cont. Terry Rozier FBI probe 9:35 Guest: Jones Angell (UNC PxP) Tar Heels vs UVA this weekend | UNC Basketball tips off 9:50 New Eddie Murphy Doc coming | Show wrapSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Tim Boyum: North Carolina redistricting latest

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2025 9:17 Transcription Available


    Bo and Beth welcome Tim Boyum from Spectrum News to get the latest details surrounding the new congressional maps that passed through the NC legislature earlier this week. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Will Mosley: GirlDads Care Founder talks Charlotte Hornets event in November

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2025 9:32 Transcription Available


    Bo and Beth talk to Will Mosley from Girl Dads Care. He helps create unique, innovative & interactive basketball experiences nationwide specifically for fathers & their daughters. The Charlotte event will take place on November 26th at The Spectrum Center and spots are still available! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Good Morning BT | Theresa Payton | Michael Jordan AND Jackson | Professor Scott Huffmon

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2025 113:05 Transcription Available


    Good Morning BT with Bo Thompson and Beth Troutman | Wednesday, October 22nd, 2025. 6:05 Beth’s Song of the Day (a first for GMBT) 6:20 Guest: Theresa Payton (Cyber Security Expert) - AWC Outage | Roblox latest | Gov. Surveillance 6:35 Replay: Hornets HC Charles Lee 6:50 RAM Biz Update; Sam Adams rolls out new beer 7:05 NBA on NBC returns for NBA Regular season opening night 7:20 Guest: Will Mosley (GirlDads Care Founder) - Event with Charlotte Hornets 7:35 Text Line supports Bo #StandWithBo 7:50 Winterble Wednesday: Crossing the streams with Brett Winterble 8:05 Panthers sign backup QB Mike White | Hornets opening night 8:20 Quik Trip and Wa-wa's take over top Gas Station spot over Buc-ee's 8:35 Guest: Scott Huffmon (Poli-Sci Professor at Winthrop) - Trump/Putin meeting in Budapest cancelled 8:50 Scott Huffmon cont. - Pres. Trump comments on his lawsuit against DOJ | NC Senate passes new Congressional Maps 9:20 Bo and Beth revisit Michael Jackson/Jordan 9:35 New 17th Segment out now! 9:50 Travis Kelce joins Six Flags ownership | Show wrapSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Theresa Payton: AWS Outage Latest| Roblox Child Safety Concerns | Government Surveillance

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2025 8:58 Transcription Available


    Cyber Security Expert Theresa Payton joins Bo and Beth to discuss the continued effects from the AWS outage on Monday as well as the child safety concerns raised regarding Roblox. Also, Theresa weighs in on the potential of increased government surveillance. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Good Morning BT | AWS Outage with Theresa Payton | Hornets HC Charles Lee talks 2025 season opener

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2025 104:07 Transcription Available


    Good Morning BT with Bo Thompson and Beth Troutman | Tuesday, October 21st, 2025. 6:05 Beth’s Song of the Day 6:20 Guest: Theresa Payton (Cyber Security Expert) - Major AWS Outage 6:35 X will start selling inactive usernames to paying users 6:50 RAM Biz Update; First National Bank looking at expansion on former BBQ Kings location on Wilkinson Blvd. 7:05 Cam Newton comments on the importance of a quality backup QB 7:20 Bo, Beth and Jim reminisce about the days before online banking 7:35 Trying break Beth's wake up song streak with Usher | GMBTeam Cashback loopholes 7:50 Name that fake Hornet (Hornets opening night tickets) 8:05 Name that fake Hornet cont. (Hornets opening night tickets) 8:20 Name that fake Hornet cont. (Hornets opening night tickets) 8:35 Guest: Charles Lee (Hornets Head Coach) - 2025 season preview (opening night tomorrow at Spectrum Center) 8:50 NBA Opening Week: NBA on NBC 9:05 Dirty Restaurant Tuesday with Mark Garrison 9:20 Guest: Breaking Brett Jensen - Charlotte election day preview 9:50 Show wrapSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Hornets Head Coach Charles Lee on Good Morning BT: Charlotte Hornets 2025 season preview

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2025 9:29 Transcription Available


    Charlotte Hornets 2nd year Head Coach Charles Lee joins Good Morning BT to talk about tomorrow's NBA season opener in Charlotte against the Brooklyn Nets and his expectations for the 2025 season. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Theresa Payton: AWS outage proof of Big Tech blind spots

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2025 10:42 Transcription Available


    Bo and Beth welcome Founder of Fortalice Solutions, Theresa Payton, to discuss the major Amazon outage yesterday, it's effects worldwide and how it shows that technology can and will fail.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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