On this Jan 4, 2026 episode of Carolina Focus with Sharon Thorsland and Ed Billick

Guest: Theresa Payton (Cyber Security Expert) - from segments on Good Morning BT with Bo and Beth.  They talk Theresa's path to a career in Cyber Security.  She shares her (thankfully) wrong predictions for 2025 and covers her predictions for 2026...and beyond

 Continue with Theresa Payton (Cyber Security Expert) - from segments on Good Morning BT with Bo and Beth.  They talk Theresa's path to a career in Cyber Security.  She shares her (thankfully) wrong predictions for 2025 and covers her predictions for 2026...and beyond

Brett discusses how to validate your New Year's Resolutions & continues to talk about the current state of Iran, Also Brett discusses changes coming to Airline Travel

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On this Jan 4, 2026 episode of Carolina Focus with Sharon Thorsland and Ed Billick
Guest: Theresa Payton (Cyber Security Expert) - from segments on Good Morning BT with Bo and Beth. &nbsp;They talk Theresa's path to a career in Cyber Security. &nbsp;She shares her (thankfully) wrong predictions for 2025 and covers her predictions for 2026...and beyond
&nbsp;Continue with Theresa Payton (Cyber Security Expert) - from segments on Good Morning BT with Bo and Beth. &nbsp;They talk Theresa's path to a career in Cyber Security. &nbsp;She shares her (thankfully) wrong predictions for 2025 and covers her predictions for 2026...and beyond
Brett discusses how to validate your New Year's Resolutions &amp; continues to talk about the current state of Iran, Also Brett discusses changes coming to Airline Travel
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Carolina Focus

CAROLINA Focus with Sharon Thorsland and Ed Billick – Sunday January 4, 2026

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On this Sunday Jan 11, 2025 episode of CAROLINA Focus with Sharon Thorsland and Ed Billick.



WBT's Brett Jensen from earlier in the week is joined by former Charlotte City Council member Tariq Bokhari who discusses life after City Council - including serving with the Federal Transit Administration in Washington D.C.,



his decision to step down from his position on the Federal Transit Administration + His wife Krista's decision run for City Council and his thoughts on being tied to the lawsuit and secret payout to former CMPD Chief Johnny Jennings. 



Sharon, shares the upcoming Ice exhibit.  Daniel Stowe Conservancy announcing the opening of a limited-time ice sculptures exhibit debuting January 16.  This visually striking winter experience will feature large-scale ice installations set throughout the Gardens, offering a unique seasonal story opportunity for arts, culture, lifestyle and family-focused coverage.



Theresa Payton (Cyber Security Expert) - Wegman's customer surveillance and the news from Lego.



WBT's Brett Winterble welcomes Tony Katz to WBT.   From 10p – 12M, WBT will be airing Tony Katz Today, a syndicated show from Radio One Indianapolis and Key Networks.  Tony is the AMD Host for WIBC, and hosts a syndicated Mid-Day Show which will air as a delayed broadcast.



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On this Sunday Jan 11, 2025 episode of CAROLINA&nbsp;Focus with Sharon Thorsland and Ed Billick.
 
WBT's&nbsp;Brett Jensen from earlier in the week is joined by former Charlotte City Council member&nbsp;Tariq Bokhari&nbsp;who discusses life after City Council - including serving with the Federal Transit Administration in Washington D.C.,
 
his decision to step down from his position on the Federal Transit Administration + His wife Krista's decision run for City Council and his thoughts on being tied to the lawsuit and secret payout to former CMPD Chief Johnny Jennings.&nbsp;
 
Sharon, shares the upcoming Ice&nbsp;exhibit.&nbsp; Daniel Stowe Conservancy announcing the opening of a limited-time ice sculptures exhibit debuting January 16.&nbsp; This visually striking winter experience will feature large-scale ice installations set throughout the Gardens, offering a unique seasonal story opportunity for arts, culture, lifestyle and family-focused coverage.
 
Theresa Payton (Cyber Security Expert) - Wegman's customer surveillance and the news from Lego.
 
WBT's Brett Winterble welcomes&nbsp;Tony Katz to WBT.&nbsp; &nbsp;From&nbsp;10p &ndash; 12M, WBT will be airing Tony Katz Today, a syndicated show from Radio One Indianapolis and Key Networks.&nbsp;&nbsp;Tony is the AMD Host for WIBC, and hosts a syndicated Mid-Day Show which will air as a delayed broadcast.
 
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CAROLINA Focus with Sharon Thorsland and Ed Billick - Sunday Jan 11, 2025 Part 2

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CAROLINA Focus with Sharon Thorsland and Ed Billick - Sunday Jan 11, 2025 Part 1

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On this Sunday Dec 21, 2025 Episode of  CAROLINA Focus with Sharon Thorsland and Ed Billick



 Dr. Amina Ahmed, medical director of pediatric infectious disease and immunology at Atrium Health Levine Children.  She offers practical advice for avoiding germs and strengthening your immune system to help keep individuals, families and communities safer through the holidays and this sick season



 Grace Harper, Vice President and Assistant General Manager for the Charlotte Knights. Discussing the upcoming New Year's Eve at the Ballpark and the ongoing Light the Knights Festival with Sharon



Sharon offers her insights to the huge Carolina Panther contest with Tampa Bay later today



Jimmy Curry - Manager of the Whistling Duck, a new restaurant on the rebuilt Surfside Pier - Surfside Beach, SC.  Shares the unique concept, the menu choices and the excitement of his new business venture w/Ed



John Gillette, ex-professional Barfoot water skier, talking the challenging sport and highlighting these years – famous 48th annual Lake Norman New Year’s Day Barefoot Challenge will once again be held at Lake Norman Marina, starting a noon with Ed.  Lake Norman Marina is located at 6965 North Carolina 150 East, Sherrill’s Ford, NC.



Based out of Tega Cay, SC, the Carolina Show Ski Team organizes the event, and their mission is to promote water skiing and water safety.  Admission to the tournament is free, and concessions will be available on site. More information can be found on the: https://www.facebook.com/Newyearsdaybarefoot



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On this Sunday Dec 21, 2025 Episode of &nbsp;CAROLINA&nbsp;Focus with Sharon Thorsland and Ed Billick
 
&nbsp;Dr. Amina Ahmed,&nbsp;medical director of pediatric infectious disease and immunology at Atrium Health Levine Children.&nbsp; She&nbsp;offers practical advice for avoiding germs&nbsp;and strengthening your immune system to help keep individuals,&nbsp;families&nbsp;and communities safer through the holidays and this sick season
 
&nbsp;Grace Harper, Vice President and Assistant General Manager for the Charlotte Knights. Discussing the upcoming New Year's Eve at the Ballpark and the ongoing Light the Knights Festival with Sharon
 
Sharon offers her insights to the huge Carolina Panther contest with Tampa Bay later today
 
Jimmy Curry&nbsp;- Manager of the Whistling Duck, a new restaurant on the rebuilt Surfside Pier - Surfside Beach, SC.&nbsp; Shares the unique concept, the menu choices and the excitement of his new business venture w/Ed
 
John Gillette, ex-professional Barfoot water skier, talking the challenging sport and highlighting these years&nbsp;&ndash; famous 48th&nbsp;annual Lake Norman New Year&rsquo;s Day Barefoot Challenge will once again be held at Lake Norman Marina, starting a noon with Ed.&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://www.lakenormanmarina.com/__;!!LcufUzPfjw!D2Q-1abBxV5_F4gXHv-uOfwt26Ta93AtdMA5CbteRi2rdLHfx_ups0kFi-sCQO_mu9NW7WUd_pKmB_29BBaCp3c$">Lake Norman Marina</a>&nbsp;is located at 6965 North Carolina 150 East, Sherrill&rsquo;s Ford, NC.
 
Based out of Tega Cay, SC, the&nbsp;<a href="https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://www.carolinashowski.org/__;!!LcufUzPfjw!D2Q-1abBxV5_F4gXHv-uOfwt26Ta93AtdMA5CbteRi2rdLHfx_ups0kFi-sCQO_mu9NW7WUd_pKmB_29qoWtfOM$">Carolina Show Ski Team</a>&nbsp;organizes the event, and their mission is to promote water skiing and water safety.&nbsp; Admission to the tournament is free, and concessions will be available on site. More information can be found on the:&nbsp;<a href="https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://www.facebook.com/Newyearsdaybarefoot__;!!LcufUzPfjw!D2Q-1abBxV5_F4gXHv-uOfwt26Ta93AtdMA5CbteRi2rdLHfx_ups0kFi-sCQO_mu9NW7WUd_pKmB_29X6AHzuw$">https://www.facebook.com/Newyearsdaybarefoo</a>t
 
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CAROLINA Focus with Sharon Thorsland and Ed Billick – Sunday Dec 21, 2025 Part 1

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CAROLINA Focus with Sharon Thorsland and Ed Billick – Sunday January 4, 2026

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