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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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    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.

    Good Morning BT | Panthers Keep Rolling | Name That Fake Hornet Contest | Will Gaza Deal Hold?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2025 114:46 Transcription Available


    Good Morning BT with Bo Thompson and Beth Troutman | Monday, October 20th, 2025. 6:05 Beth’s Song of the Day (4 days in a row!) 6:20 Beth's favorite College HC Billy Napier fired from Florida 6:35 Report: Pres. Trump and Pres. Zelenskyy have heated discussion behind closed door 6:50 RAM Biz Update; Surveillance pricing becoming more common for "rewards members" 7:05 Ohtani makes history, Dodgers await winner of Seattle/Toronto 7:20 New Trend: Teal Pumpkin Project for kids with food allergies 7:35 Name that fake Hornet (Charlotte Hornets tickets contest) 7:50 Name that fake Hornet cont. (Charlotte Hornets tickets contest) 8:05 Name that fake Hornet cont. (Charlotte Hornets tickets contest) 8:20 Panthers win 3rd straight, beat Jets 13-6 8:35 Bo is NOT a big reader | Beth reads the Dictionary 8:50 Talktoberfest Ladies Night preview | Talktoberfest recap with PM Prod Squad and Newsroom 9:05 Bo promises to go to Brooks Sandwich House after Text Line response 9:20 Pres. Trump responds to "No Kings" protests over the weekend 9:35 Riders stuck on NC State Fair ride 100 feet in the air | Beth shares experience getting stuck on a roller coaster | Carowinds Gum Wall 9:50 WBT Text Line weighs in on show topics | Show wrapSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Bill Graham: Bolton Indicted, Voting Rights Act, Trump Tariffs

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2025 10:07 Transcription Available


    Attorney and legal analyst Bill Graham joins Bo & Beth to talk about former National Security Advisor John Bolton's indictment, the challenging of the Voting Rights Act before SCOTUS and upcoming Trump tariff rulings.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Congressman Mark Harris: Government Shutdown, Gaza Peace Deal, Trump Meeting Zelenskyy & Putin

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2025 14:57 Transcription Available


    Congressman Mark Harris' weekly check in with Bo & Beth, discussing the ongoing government shutdown, the situation in the Middle East & President Trump's upcoming meetings with both Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelenskyy & Russia's Vladimir PutinSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Good Morning BT | "App-stinence" | Bird Talk | Congressman Harris | Hancock Friday

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2025 118:28 Transcription Available


    Good Morning BT with Bo Thompson & Beth Troutman | Friday, October 17, 2025 6:05 Beth’s Song of the Day 6:20 Political Headlines - Mike Johnson comments on Shutdown, President Trump comments on John Bolton, Gaza6:35 "App-stinence" trend - people are deleting apps and quitting social media6:50 RAM Biz Update; GMBT is now "Good Morning Bird Talk" 7:05 TiVo is officially dead... Bo missed his chance at buying one.7:20 Guest: Congressman Mark Harris on the ongoing government shutdown7:35 Congressman Mark Harris (cont.) on Gaza peace deal & Trump meeting with Zelenskyy & Putin7:50 KISS' Ace Frehley passes away 8:05 Guest: Bill Graham - John Bolton indicted, Voting Rights Act at risk of full dissolution, Trump-Tariff case before SCOTUS 8:20 Talktoberfest & next week's Hornets giveaway8:35 Friday News Quiz8:50 Tell Me Something Good 9:05 Guest: John Hancock - 6 year anniversary of Hancock's retirement9:20 Guest: John Hancock - Robocalls are out of control9:35 Big Weekend with John Hancock9:50 Guest: John Hancock / Show wrapSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Good Morning BT | Things People Pretend to Enjoy | Spectrum Center & BoPlex | David Chadwick In-Studio

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 16, 2025 125:00 Transcription Available


    Good Morning BT with Bo Thompson & Beth Troutman | Thursday, October 16, 2025 6:05 Beth’s Song of the Day 6:20 Major General John Meyer comments on Pentagon reporters forfeiting credentials [Replay]6:35 Listener Cohen is way cooler than we originally thought... which was already pretty cool6:50 RAM Biz Update; Protein being added to EVERYTHING, including Beth's chips 7:05 GMBT Panther talk7:20 Things people pretend to enjoy, but actually hate7:35 Things people pretend to enjoy, but actually hate (cont.)7:50 Trump to meet with Zelenskyy tomorrow, while government remains shut down 8:05 Tarheel chat: Matt Dougherty on the Brett Winterble Show, effects of Belichick on UNC8:20 More memories of the BoPlex, soon-to-be-reopened Spectrum Center8:35 Top 10 live, non-sports events & Top 20 most memorable moments at the Spectrum Center 8:50 Callers & Spectrum Center countdowns (cont.) 9:05 David Chadwick in-studio - Gaza peace deal9:20 David Chadwick in-studio - Doug Lebda passing & David conducting the funeral this weekend9:35 Jones Angell on this week's Tarheels-Cal game9:50 Michael J Fox's new book / Show wrapSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Good Morning BT | BoPlex Turns 70 | Hegseth vs. Media | Remembering Cullen Ferguson

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 15, 2025 112:40 Transcription Available


    Good Morning BT with Bo Thompson and Beth Troutman | Wednesday, October 15th, 2025. 6:05 Beth’s Song of the Day 6:20 Guest: Theresa Payton (Cyber Security Expert) - From Australia! | Shopping at Walmart...with Chat GPT | Protecting your personal information from A.I. 6:35 Guest: Wayne Troutman - Beach erosion and Wayne's Beach Podcast hits ROKU TV 6:50 RAM Biz Update; Spotify will start to offer video podcasts 7:05 WBT listeners affirm Bo's Charlotte Circus memories at the BoPlex 7:20 GMBTeam wishes Bernie's wife a Happy Birthday 7:35 Remembering Former Local Broadcaster Cullen Ferguson 7:50 Winterble Wednesday - Crossing the Streams with Brett Winterble 8:05 Guest: Major General John Meyer 8:20 Talktoberfest promo | Show Rundown 8:35 Guest: Scott Huffmon (Poli-Sci Professor at Winthrop) - Middle East peace agreement 8:50 Scott Huffmon cont. - Charlie Kirk's impact on the youth vote 9:05 Studio Guest: Shawn Flynn, CRVA - Celebrating 70 years of the BoPlex 9:20 Shawn Flynn cont. - BoPlex at 70 (WBT listener memories) 9:35 Shawn Flynn cont. - Memories at the BoPlex (WBT text Line) 9:50 Shawn Flynn cont. - BoPlex at 70See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    CRVA's Shawn Flynn In-Studio: Celebrating 70 years of the BoPlex

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 15, 2025 28:46 Transcription Available


    Shawn Flynn joins the show as Bo, Beth and WBT listeners share memories from Bojangles Coliseum and Ovens Auditorium as the BoPlex celebrates 70 years.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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    Professor Scott Huffmon: Pres. Trump's achievements towards peace in the Middle East

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 15, 2025 13:52 Transcription Available


    The Political Science Professor from Winthrop University joins Bo and Beth to discuss President Trump's negotiated peace agreement between Israel and Hamas. Charlie Kirk's impact on the youth vote and Erika Kirk's potential future in politics.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Major General John Meyer: Thoughts on new Pentagon press guidelines

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 15, 2025 10:58 Transcription Available


    Bo and Beth welcome Retired Major General John Meyer to get his take on the new Pentagon Press policy after a majority of major networks refuse to sign the new policy rolled out by Secretary Hegseth.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Theresa Payton: Protecting your personal information from A.I. | Shopping with Chat GPT

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 15, 2025 9:05 Transcription Available


    Cyber Security Expert Theresa Payton joins Bo and Beth from Melbourne, Australia to talk about the potential of shopping at Walmart...with Chat GPT as well as how to protect your personal information from A.I. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Good Morning BT | Mark Garrison's Annual State Fair Visit | Remembering Doug Lebda | Halloween Decorations Gone Wild

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2025 118:09 Transcription Available


    Good Morning BT with Bo Thompson and Beth Troutman | Tuesday, October 14th, 2025. 6:05 Beth’s Song of the Day 6:20 Replay: Mick Mulvaney 6:35 Rolling Stone ranks best songs of the 00's, Beth disagrees 6:50 RAM Biz Update; Rolling Stone ranks best songs of the 00's cont. 7:05 Panthers Coach Dave Canales comments on Rico Dowdle's success 7:20 LendingTree Founder Doug Lebda passes away after ATV accident 7:35 Mark Garrison visits the NC State Fair 7:50 Mark Garrison NC State fair review cont. 8:05 UNC Drama continues as Bill Belichick speaks publicly for first time since report by WRAL 8:20 Multiple major News outlets refuse to sign new Pentagon press guidelines 8:35 Dirty Restaurant Tuesday with Mark Garrison 8:50 GMBTeam fantasy football weekly update 9:05 Beth and Bo talk Haunted House experiences | Fountain Inn, SC "fake house fire" goes viral 9:20 Abandoned buildings with Bo, Beth and the WBT Text Line 9:35 Abandoned buildings with Bo, Beth and the WBT Text Line cont. 9:50 Abandoned buildings with Bo, Beth and the WBT Text Line cont.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Good Morning BT | President Trump in the Middle East | Mulvaney Monday | Panthers win again!

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2025 94:31 Transcription Available


    Good Morning BT with Bo Thompson and Beth Troutman | Monday, October 13th, 2025. 6:05 Beth’s Song of the Day | Panthers beat Cowboys, move to 3-3 6:20 President Trump comments on hostage deal in Israel | Live coverage of Pres. Trump's address to Israeli Parliament 6:35 Talktoberfest 2025: AM Prod Squad (feat. Producer Nick Lazorcheck) 6:50 RAM Biz Update; Washington Post: Tube TV's making a comeback 7:05 Live coverage of Pres. Trump's address to Israeli Parliament 7:20 Live coverage of Pres. Trump's address to Israeli Parliament cont. 7:35 Live coverage of Pres. Trump's address to Israeli Parliament cont. 7:50 Live coverage of Pres. Trump's address to Israeli Parliament cont. 8:05 Panthers continue hot streak, beat Dallas 30-27 8:20 Jim's FNZ experience after a Panthers win streak 8:35 Diane Keaton passes away at 79 8:50 Mick Mulvaney joins Bo and Beth - Pres. Trump address to Israeli Parliament 9:05 Guest: Mick Mulvaney - Trump address in Israel 9:20 Mick Mulvaney cont. - Israeli Parliament address cont. 9:35 Mick Mulvaney cont. - Gov. shutdown 9:50 Mick Mulvaney cont. - Qatari Air Base story | Comey Indictment "perp walk" story See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Mick Mulvaney: Pres. Trump addresses Israeli Parliament | Government shutdown continues

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2025 26:51 Transcription Available


    Mick Mulvaney stops by the Ty Boyd Studio to discuss major political headlines including President Trump's address to the Israeli Parliament after a successful hostage negotiation with Hamas as well as the latest news surrounding the government shutdown.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Good Morning BT | Gov. Shutdown Day 10 | Sean O'Connell | Hancock Friday

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 10, 2025 117:19 Transcription Available


    Good Morning BT with Bo Thompson and Beth Troutman | Friday, October 10th, 2025. 6:05 Beth’s Song of the Day 6:20 Replay: Matt Doherty - Belichick/UNC drama 6:35 Talktoberfest with the AM Prod squad 6:50 RAM Biz Update; New survey says younger people eating dinner early 7:05 News and Brews tickets with Sir Steven of Anthony 7:20 Guest: Congressman Mark Harris - Gov shutdown latest 7:35 Congressman Mark Harris cont. - Hostage deal between Israel and Hamas 7:50 Tell us something good Friday 8:05 Guest: Sean O'Connell (CBR Deputy Editor) - TRON: Ares and Roofman 8:20 2026 Nobel Peace Prize winner announced 8:35 Guests: Three and a Half Men - Gold Standard Chorus Competition 8:50 Three and a Half Men - Gold Standard Chorus Competition cont. 9:05 Guest: John Hancock 9:20 Friday News Quiz with Mark Garrison 9:35 Big Weekend with John Hancock 9:50 Show wrapSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Congressman Mark Harris: Gov. Shutdown continues...Day 10

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 10, 2025 12:02 Transcription Available


    Bo and Beth welcome Congressman Mark Harris to discuss the continuing Government shutdown and how he feels they can work to a resolution in Washington.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Three and a Half Men: World Champion Barbershop Quartet Live on GMBT

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 10, 2025 16:52 Transcription Available


    Bo and Beth welcome World Champions Three and a Half Men to perform in studio ahead of their clinic at Hough High School today.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Sean O'Connell: TRON: Ares and "the most charlotte movie of all time"

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 10, 2025 11:44 Transcription Available


    Bo, Beth and Steve welcome CBR's Deputy Editor as they discuss the newest TRON movie and a movie with local ties, starring Channing Tatum. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Good Morning BT | Tar Heel Turmoil | Matt Doherty Joins | Gaza Breakthrough

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2025 104:08 Transcription Available


    Good Morning BT with Bo Thompson and Beth Troutman | Thursday, October 9th, 2025. 6:05 Beth’s Song of the Day 6:20 Guest: Ray Stagich (Weather Channel Meteorologist) - Nor'easter making its way up the East coast this week/weekend 6:35 Pres. Trump talks hostage deal between Israel and Hamas with Sean Hannity on Fox 6:50 RAM Biz Update; Starbucks new training protocols 7:05 Guest: Sharon Thorsland (WBT Sports) - UNC Football drama latest 7:20 WRAL report on Bill Belichick and UNC Football 7:35 New study shows drivers are more hostile towards others that have bumper stickers with opposing political views 7:50 Bumper sticker talk with the WBT Text Line 8:05 Bumper sticker talk with the WBT Text Line cont. 8:20 Bumper sticker talk with the WBT Text Line cont. 8:35 Dolly Parton posts video amid health concerns 8:50 Pres. Trump talks hostage deal between Israel and Hamas with Sean Hannity on Fox 9:05 Guest: Matt Doherty (Former UNC Basketball coach) - Tar Heel Turmoil 9:50 More bumper stickers courtesy of WBT listenersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Coach Matt Doherty: Thoughts on UNC/Belichick tension

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2025 15:18 Transcription Available


    Former Tar Heel Basketball coach Matt Doherty weighs in on the drama in Chapel Hill between Bill Belichick and the UNC administration.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Congressman Addison McDowell joins Bo and Beth on Good Morning BT

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 8, 2025 10:10 Transcription Available


    Bo and Beth welcome North Carolina Congressman Addison McDowell from District 6 as they talk about the Government shutdown. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Professor Scott Huffmon: Trump/Carney meeting | National Guard deployment | Gov. shutdown

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 8, 2025 15:20 Transcription Available


    Political Science Professor at Winthrop University, Scott Huffmon joins Bo and Beth to discuss President Trumps meeting with Canadian PM Carney at the White House as well as the deployment of the National Guard to cities like Chicago and Portland. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Jennifer Reep talks Montcross BBQ at The Pointe Church in Belmont

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 8, 2025 8:36 Transcription Available


    Bo and Beth highlight the Montcross BBQ at The Pointe Church coming up this Friday in Belmont.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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    Theresa Payton: SORA A.I. newest app by Chat GPT

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 8, 2025 8:40 Transcription Available


    Bo and Beth welcome Cyber Security Expert Theresa Payton talks about the latest A.I tool by Chat GPT. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Good Morning BT | Addison McDowell Joins | (Theresa) Payton Takes Manhattan | The Big Dumper

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 8, 2025 99:00 Transcription Available


    Good Morning BT with Bo Thompson and Beth Troutman | Wednesday, October 8th, 2025. 6:05 Beth’s Song of the Day 6:20 Guest: Theresa Payton (Cyber Security Expert) - SORA A.I. 6:35 Recapping legendary caller Richie from yesterday's contest 6:50 RAM Biz Update; LeBron's announcement 7:05 Thom Tillis surprise call to GMBT yesterday 7:20 Replay: Thom Tillis 7:35 House Judiciary hearing recap: Senator Tillis questions AG Pam Bondi 7:50 House Judiciary hearing with AG Bondi recap cont. 8:05 Guest: Scott Huffmon (Poli-Sci Professor) 8:20 Scott Huffmon cont. - Trump/Karney meeting | Stephen Miller comments on National Guard deployment 8:35 Guest: Congressman Addison McDowell (D-6) - Gov. shutdown | Rising healthcare costs 9:05 Jennifer Reep - (Montcross Chamber of Commerce) - Montcross BBQ at Pointe Church in Belmont 9:20 Yankees force game 4 vs Bluejays | Beth finds love for Susan Waldman | Cal Raleigh hits #61 9:50 Show wrapSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Senator Thom Tillis talks Government shutdown and more on GMBT

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2025 10:44 Transcription Available


    Senator Thom Tillis joins Bo and Beth to discuss the government shutdown and when he believes it will end. Plus, the Senator shares his thoughts on Secretary Hegseth's speech at Quantico last week.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Good Morning BT | Surprise Senator Tillis Call | Tepper Wants a Second Venue | Bardcore Finale

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2025 111:46 Transcription Available


    Good Morning BT with Bo Thompson and Beth Troutman | Tuesday, October 7th, 2025. 6:05 Beth’s Song of the Day | GMBT Fantasy Football Weekly Scores 6:20 Replay: Mick Mulvaney - Government shutdown 6:35 Replay: Mick Mulvaney cont. - Gov. shutdown layoffs 6:50 RAM Biz Update; Tepper Sports & Entertainment pitches new music venue next to Bank of America Stadium 7:05 MNF thriller, Jacksonville moves to 4-1 | WRAL report on Belichick/UNC Football program 7:20 Garages becoming the new hangout spot 7:35 Text Line talks garage set-ups 7:50 LeBron James announcement at noon 8:05 GMBTeam reads messages from the WBT Text line 8:20 Pres. Trump comments on potential Maxwell Pardon and Israel/Hamas conflict 8:35 Dirty Restaurant Tuesday with Mark Garrison 8:50 Guest: Breaking Brett Jensen 9:05 Guest: Senator Thom Tillis - Government shutdown latest 9:20 Ren Fest tickets (Name that bardcore song) 9:35 Ren Fest tickets (Name that bardcore song) cont. 9:50 Ren Fest tickets (Name that bardcore song) cont.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Good Morning BT | Historic Panthers Comeback | RenFest Contest Continues | Mulvaney Monday

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 6, 2025 113:10 Transcription Available


    Good Morning BT with Bo Thompson and Beth Troutman | Monday, October 6th, 2025. 6:05 Beth’s Song of the Day | Panthers Win! 6:20 Highlights from Octobertalk on Facebook Marketplace 6:35 Taylor Swift releases new album 6:50 RAM Biz Update; Last Rite-Aid closes 7:05 Panthers beat Dolphins 27-24, Dallas at home next week 7:20 Study: The human mind peaks at ago 60 7:35 Callers weigh in on peak age 7:50 Panthers vs Dolphins review with Steve 8:05 Panthers vs Dallas preview with Jim Szoke 8:20 Ren Fest Tickets (Name that Bardcore song feat. Sir Steven) 8:35 Ren Fest Tickets (Name that Bardcore song feat. Sir Steven) cont. 8:50 Octobertalk on Facebook Marketplace with Jim and Bo recap 9:05 Guest: Mick Mulvaney - Government shutdown 9:20 Mick Mulvaney cont. - Government shutdown cont. 9:35 Mick Mulvaney cont. - Hegseth address at Quantico 9:50 Mick Mulvaney cont. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Mick Mulvaney: Government Shutdown- Day 6 | Hegseth at Quantico

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 6, 2025 30:03 Transcription Available


    Political analyst and former White House Chief of Staff Mick Mulvaney shares his thoughts on the Government shutdown and when he thinks it may come to an end as well as Secretary Hegseth's address at Quantico last week.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Good Morning BT | Live from CMS for the Bank of America Roval 400

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2025 129:38 Transcription Available


    Good Morning BT with Bo Thompson and Beth Troutman | Live from Charlotte Motor Speedway | Friday, October 3rd, 2025. 6:05 Beth’s Song of the Day | Live from CMS 6:20 Guest: Scott Cooper: Roval 400 schedule preview 6:35 Guest: Listener Karen Tolbert joins Bo and Beth at CMS 6:50 RAM Biz Update; Spirit Halloween debuting Christmas pop up stores 7:05 Panthers vs Dolphins preview with Jim Szoke 7:20 Guest: Congressman Mark Harris - House sub-committee hearing in Charlotte 7:35 Congressman Mark Harris cont. - Government shutdown 7:50 Mark Garrison Reports: The Souvenir Queen of NASCAR 8:05 Guest: Chase Briscoe (NASCAR Driver) - Roval 400 preview 8:20 Guest: Chase Briscoe cont. - Life in NASCAR 8:35 Friday News Quiz with Mark Garrison 8:50 Guest: Brett Jensen - Charlotte FOP requests National Guard in Charlotte 9:05 Guest: Marcus Smith (Speedway Motorsports CEO) - Roval 400 9:20 Bo and Beth talk to Chef Rob at CMS 9:35 Bo and Beth taste test Roval 400 food 9:50 Show wrap with Scott CooperSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Marcus Smith: CEO of Speedway Motorsports talks Roval 400

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2025 12:03 Transcription Available


    Bo and Beth welcome Marcus Smith to the show to preview the Roval 400 this weekend at Charlotte Motor Speedway. Plus, Marcus shares a few Humpy Wheeler memories. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    NASCAR Driver Chase Briscoe on GMBT: Life in NASCAR | Roval 400 preview

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2025 16:51 Transcription Available


    Bo and Beth are live at the Charlotte Motor Speedway for the Bank of America Roval 400 and welcome NASCAR driver Chase Briscoe to talk about life as a NASCAR driver and what led him to a career in racing. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Good Morning BT | New 911 audio released in Zarutska Investigation | Return of Sir Steven

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2025 121:47 Transcription Available


    Good Morning BT with Bo Thompson and Beth Troutman | Thursday, October 2nd, 2025. 6:05 Beth’s Song of the Day 6:20 People who are emotionally moved by music share these 11 rare personality traits 6:35 New 911 audio released of Iryna Zarutska stabbing witnesses 6:50 RAM Biz Update; Reading Rainbow names new host | GMBTeam childhood show memories 7:05 Baker Mayfield comments on days in Carolina 7:20 Ren Fest tickets (Name that bardcore song) 7:35 Ren Fest tickets (Name that bardcore song) 7:50 Ren Fest tickets (Name that bardcore song) 8:05 Xavier Legette is back | Beth would like XL's cell phone number 8:20 New 911 audio released of Iryna Zarutska stabbing witnesses cont. 8:35 MLB Playoff talk with Bo and Jim 8:50 GMBT live at Charlotte Motor Speedway tomorrow for Roval 400 9:05 Guest: David Chadwick and Sarah Hewitt - Charlie Kirk assassination 9:20 David Chadwick cont. 9:35 Guest: Jones Angell (UNC PxP) - UNC vs Clemson preview 9:50 Show wrapSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Good Morning BT | Theresa Payton In-Studio | End of the Mallard Creek BBQ | Falkenbury on Hegseth Speech

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 1, 2025 130:27 Transcription Available


    Good Morning BT with Bo Thompson and Beth Troutman | Wednesday, October 1st, 2025. 6:05 Beth’s Song of the Day | Mallard Creek BBQ is no more after 93 years 6:20 Memories from the Mallard Creek BBQ 6:35 Talktoberfest 2025 Lineup | Concord named one of the most charming downtowns in America by HGTV 6:50 RAM Biz Update; Workplace Trends: Task Masking 7:05 NFL Looking at Wednesday night start | Beth rants about chip bag's chip to air ratio 7:20 Guest: Bill Wood (Mallard Creek BBQ) - Mallard Creek BBQ comes to an end after 93 years 7:35 Bo, Beth and Mark Garrison talk CATS audit 7:50 Crossing the Streams with Brett Winterble 8:05 Guest: John Faulkenbury (Military Analyst) - Sec. Hegseth at Quantico 8:20 John Faulkenbury cont. - Pres. Trump at Quantico 8:35 Guest: Scott Huffmon (Poli-Sci Professor at Winthrop) - Government Shutdown latest 8:50 Guest: Scott Huffmon cont. - Mallard Creek BBQ comes to an end after 93 years 9:05 In Studio Guest: Theresa Payton - A.I. headlines 9:20 In Studio Guest: Theresa Payton cont. - The process of "Scrubbing" the internet 9:35 In Studio Guest: Theresa Payton cont. - How to avoid potential phone surveillance 9:50 In Studio Guest: Theresa Payton cont. - Discord backgroundSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Theresa Payton In-studio: A.I. headlines | "Scrubbing" process | Avoiding phone surveillance

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 1, 2025 36:42 Transcription Available


    Cyber Security Expert Theresa Payton stops by the studio to discuss the process of "scrubbing" your personal information from the internet, how to avoid potential phone surveillance. Also, Theresa takes WBT listener questionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Organizer Bill Wood: Why The Mallard Creek BBQ is Ending

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 1, 2025 11:54 Transcription Available


    Bill Wood, one of the organizers of the local staple joins Bo and Beth to share why the event is coming to an end after 93 years of incredible work serving the community. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Retired Army Officer John Falkenbury: Reaction to Hegseth Military Address

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 1, 2025 14:48 Transcription Available


    Bo and Beth welcome Retired Army Officer and Military analyst John Falkenbury to recap the address given by Secretary of War Pete Hegseth and President Donald Trump at Quantico yesterday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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