On this Sunday Oct 25, 2026 episode of CAROLINA Focus with Sharon Thorsland and Ed Billick



 Guest in Studio - Jennifer Smetana, Show Manager, for the 59th Annual Southern Christmas Show! Jennifer shares the "behind the scenes" of this event!  The Southern Christmas Show is the largest Christmas Show in North America. Shop in-person event with REAL people for holiday gifts such as apparel, seasonal décor, jewelry, housewares & home décor, toys, gourmet foods, and MORE. Plus, you will support artisans, taste delicious wines, and enjoy holiday décor that will inspire you with Sharon and Ed -



https://www.southernchristmasshow.com



Continue with Jennifer Smetana, Show Manager, for the 59th Annual Southern Christmas Show!



7:49 - Wegmans Opening - on site with interviews and observations w/Ed



 

On this Sunday Oct 25, 2026 episode of CAROLINA&nbsp;Focus with Sharon Thorsland and Ed Billick
 
&nbsp;Guest in Studio&nbsp;- Jennifer Smetana, Show Manager, for the 59th Annual Southern Christmas Show! Jennifer shares the "behind the scenes" of this event!&nbsp; The Southern Christmas Show is the largest Christmas Show in North America. Shop&nbsp;in-person event with REAL people for holiday gifts such as apparel, seasonal d&eacute;cor, jewelry, housewares &amp; home d&eacute;cor, toys, gourmet foods, and MORE. Plus, you will support artisans, taste delicious wines, and enjoy holiday d&eacute;cor that will inspire you with Sharon and Ed -
 
<a href="https://www.southernchristmasshow.com">https://www.southernchristmasshow.com</a>
 
Continue with Jennifer Smetana, Show Manager, for the 59th Annual Southern Christmas Show!
 
7:49 - Wegmans Opening - on site with interviews and observations w/Ed
 
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CAROLINA Focus with Sharon Thorsland and Ed Billick – Sunday Oct 25, 2026

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On this Sunday Oct 18, 2026 episode of CAROLINA Focus with Sharon Thorsland and Ed Billick



Guest in Studio - Juliana O'Rork, Vice President of Marketing, Communications & Business Development, BBB, Greater Charlotte & Western NC. Our insider for CA Focus discusses BBB Scam Alerts: Going big with your holiday decorations? If you plan to get festive with your Halloween, Christmas, or other holiday decorations, keep your eyes open for this scam. Each year, BBB Scam Tracker receives complaints during the holiday season about false advertisements and phony promises for holiday decor.  These and other "scams" that are occurring.  Insightful, educational and entertaining with Sharon and Ed



 



Continue w/Juliana O'Rork, Vice President of Marketing, Communications & Business Development, BBB

On this Sunday Oct 18, 2026 episode of CAROLINA&nbsp;Focus with Sharon Thorsland and Ed Billick
 
Guest in Studio - Juliana O'Rork, Vice President of Marketing, Communications &amp; Business Development, BBB, Greater Charlotte &amp; Western NC. Our insider for CA Focus discusses BBB Scam Alerts: Going big with your holiday decorations? If you plan to get festive with your Halloween, Christmas, or other holiday decorations, keep your eyes open for this scam. Each year, BBB Scam Tracker receives complaints during the holiday season about false advertisements and phony promises for holiday decor.&nbsp; These and other "scams" that are occurring.&nbsp; Insightful, educational and entertaining with Sharon and Ed
 
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Continue w/Juliana O'Rork, Vice President of Marketing, Communications &amp; Business Development, BBB

CAROLINA Focus with Sharon Thorsland and Ed Billick Sunday Oct 18, 2026 Part 1

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CAROLINA Focus with Sharon Thorsland and Ed Billick Sunday Oct 18, 2026 Part 2

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On this Sunday Oct 11, 2026 episode of CAROLINA Focus with Sharon Thorsland and Ed Billick



Noted NBC Sportscaster Mike Tirico – Phone Guest recapping Sunday night’s Panther's win, the city of Charlotte, it's people and the great atmosphere.  Also, the time he spent with Bo and Beth at the Hood Hargett Breakfast Club



Cyber Security Expert Theresa Payton on GMBT discussing Jon Stewart's entire Monday episode focused on AI and other AI related matters



Andy Jackson, John Locke Foundation (Mail voting update, Turnout is down almost a fifth from 2022) with WBT's Nick Craig



Guest:  Jason Mickool is the founder and CEO of a national network of financial advisory firms.  Discussing Year-End Money Tips.  What are the most common year-end financial mistakes people don't realize they're making? Why do outdated beneficiary designations end up costing families the most?  What retirement contribution deadlines should people know about before Dec. 31? - with Ed



Guest: Kristen Costello, Head of Government and Regulatory Affairs, BETA Technologies.  A new generation of battery-powered aircraft is taking flight in North Carolina, with the potential to transform medical transport, disaster response and deliveries, especially in communities where distance can mean delays. BETA Technologies is behind the technology w/ Ed



Guest Cody Krull - owner of Saving Grace.  Getting the exterior of your home ready for Fall and the coming Winter months w/Ed



WBT Talktober Fest Promo.

On this Sunday Oct 11, 2026 episode of CAROLINA&nbsp;Focus with Sharon Thorsland and Ed Billick
 
Noted NBC Sportscaster Mike Tirico &ndash; Phone Guest recapping Sunday night&rsquo;s Panther's win, the city of Charlotte, it's people and the great atmosphere.&nbsp; Also, the time he spent with Bo and Beth at the Hood Hargett Breakfast Club
 
Cyber Security Expert Theresa Payton on GMBT discussing Jon Stewart's entire Monday episode focused on AI and other AI related matters
 
Andy Jackson, John Locke Foundation (Mail voting update, Turnout is down almost a fifth from 2022) with WBT's Nick Craig
 
Guest: &nbsp;Jason Mickool is the founder and CEO of a national network of financial advisory firms.&nbsp; Discussing&nbsp;Year-End Money Tips.&nbsp; What are the most common year-end financial mistakes people don't realize they're making? Why do outdated beneficiary designations end up costing families the most?&nbsp; What retirement contribution deadlines should people know about before Dec. 31? - with Ed
 
Guest: Kristen Costello, Head of Government and Regulatory Affairs, BETA Technologies.&nbsp; A new generation of battery-powered aircraft is taking flight in North Carolina, with the potential to transform medical transport, disaster response and deliveries, especially in communities where distance can mean delays. <a href="https://nam02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Furldefense.com%2Fv3%2F__https%3A%2F%2Flink.mediaoutreach.meltwater.com%2Fls%2Fclick%3Fupn%3Du001.ipA4H93oqFHd0g31DoGansAzKK-2FQu8L3wqRnp9LkfbQ-3DlfZK_A3Ea0URCk1RAnGTEDMLauMVYWI9BX3JSfzlaoU9cHL1jFfOMwr5z22mdjDjcsknKg-2FJCj3maghBWJas-2F1dFYj95Hnde84kTn6LfJYSZASDJaXAddzPFY2PwOBLwN4UmDXuexSHb1PM6pBbKnoEgjV4g5Qhf0UJ-2FczTe5ZVOy6fYHDfWSxxijM6WVsmAql2wpVL3OnOoA2i1uBfShHYqMlQNu4it9WV8NClYsih7TGO712waRQRGwOxOaT9M8YfztBbk7ksX-2FTnWMquq5Tz1egdyBxjq3oYdeuE0dsVqIoLeSJUd-2F4hJBDWgFl77TMHmasES3BNHVPI9I1-2FJbRsH1PnJlgH5dKDO-2Fwvp3GFuGjreFCDCm3iuCNw2K-2FfXZ6HzP__%3B!!FqXE6Q!V34GT2T8lMYl6VImDzpkrkh1S4HzR36bhsVYYfkrdTLNkwBSsjDLXUulmhP5OGdbLFth_TGRA44kEv8jn2ebc0J5aEBs%24&amp;data=05%7C02%7Clhines%40radio-one.com%7C5f071e3b9707468a367408df2530921d%7C6941a1465ef94278882f85efea53658c%7C0%7C0%7C639270562729604507%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=9HwEqXSXe5pyox7CNZQh2v7zmNqRfwx5DD6ZT%2BzIH3g%3D&amp;reserved=0">BETA Technologies</a>&nbsp;is behind the technology w/ Ed
 
Guest Cody Krull - owner of Saving Grace.&nbsp; Getting the exterior of your home ready for Fall and the coming Winter months w/Ed
 
WBT Talktober Fest Promo.

CAROLINA Focus with Sharon Thorsland and Ed Billick - Sun Oct 11, 2026 Part 1

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CAROLINA Focus with Sharon Thorsland and Ed Billick - Sun Oct 11, 2026 Part 2

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 On this Sunday Oct 4, 2026 episode of CAROLINA Focus with Sharon Thorsland and Ed Billick



Guests in Studio- Dana Draa, Director of Outreach and Blind Services and an employee at Lions Services and Laurie Ledwell, who is visually impaired.  For people living with vision loss, a smartphone or computer can be a gateway to independence — or a source of frustration. A program offered at Lions Services in east Charlotte.  At Lions Services, a nonprofit manufacturer that employs people who are blind or visually impaired, participants in its Assistive Technology Instruction program learn how to use everyday technology. The program is led by Laurie Ledwell, who is visually impaired. Fantastic conversation with Sharon and Ed



Charlotte Hornets Kickoff Press Conference. Jeff Peterson, Executive Vice President of Basketball Operations. In this role, Peterson is the organization’s chief basketball decision maker while also being responsible for leading the team’s day-to-day basketball operations and head Coach Charles Lee discussing the upcoming season!  The Hornets will kick off the pre-season this Tuesday, Oct 6th vs the Brooklyn Nets!

&nbsp;On this Sunday Oct 4, 2026 episode of CAROLINA&nbsp;Focus with Sharon Thorsland and Ed Billick
 
Guests in Studio- Dana Draa, Director of Outreach and Blind Services and an employee at Lions Services and Laurie Ledwell, who is visually impaired.&nbsp; For people living with vision loss, a smartphone or computer can be a gateway to independence &mdash; or a source of frustration. A program offered at Lions Services in east Charlotte.&nbsp; At Lions Services, a nonprofit manufacturer that employs people who are blind or visually impaired, participants in its Assistive Technology Instruction program learn how to use everyday technology. The program is led by Laurie Ledwell, who is visually impaired. Fantastic conversation with Sharon and Ed
 
Charlotte Hornets Kickoff Press Conference. Jeff Peterson, Executive Vice President of Basketball Operations. In this role, Peterson is the organization&rsquo;s chief basketball decision maker while also being responsible for leading the team&rsquo;s day-to-day basketball operations and head Coach Charles Lee discussing the upcoming season!&nbsp; The Hornets will kick off the pre-season this Tuesday, Oct 6th vs the Brooklyn Nets!

CAROLINA Focus with Sharon Thorsland and Ed Billick-Sunday Oct 4, 2026 Part 1

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CAROLINA Focus with Sharon Thorsland and Ed Billick-Sunday Oct 4, 2026 Part 2

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On this Sunday Sept 27, 2026 episode of CAROLINA Focus with Sharon Thorsland and Ed Billick



Fans for the Cure host Ed Randall on his podcast, interviews Ozzie Smith who takes us on his post-MLB journey, which has included a prostate cancer diagnosis and forty-five radiation treatments that returned him to his Board position at the Hall of Fame in Cooperstown, and his role as a prostate cancer advocate. He talks the importance of delivering the message of PSA testing and early detection - 9:19



Guest: James C. Hobley, MD, MSc, FACG, and American College of Gastroenterology Trustee. He discusses the importance of CRC screening, and what people can do to reduce their risk for colon cancer -   



  In Studio, John Tosco, Executive Director, John@ToscoMusic.org.  His nonprofit's 7th Festival is aimed at helping the community come together and share their own creativity inspired by the spirit of the 60s and the music of the Beatles. Their timeless music and global popularity are a wonderful bridge that helps generations and cultures come together!  John discusses with Sharon and Ed, FabFest , two days of Beatles fun – a ticketed concert on Friday night October 2 and FabFest Daytime on Saturday October 3 - FREE with live music on two stages, a Beatles Art Contest and Cover Song Contest, both with cash prizes.



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On this Sunday Sept 27, 2026 episode of CAROLINA&nbsp;Focus with Sharon Thorsland and Ed Billick
 
Fans for the Cure host Ed Randall on his podcast, interviews Ozzie Smith who takes&nbsp;us on&nbsp;his post-MLB journey, which has included a prostate cancer diagnosis and forty-five radiation treatments that returned him to his Board position at the Hall of Fame&nbsp;in Cooperstown, and&nbsp;his role&nbsp;as a prostate cancer advocate. He talks the importance of delivering the message of PSA testing and early detection - 9:19
 
Guest: James C. Hobley, MD, MSc, FACG, and American College of Gastroenterology Trustee. He discusses the importance of CRC screening, and what people can do to reduce their risk for colon cancer -&nbsp; &nbsp;
 
&nbsp; In Studio, John Tosco, Executive Director, <a href="mailto:John@ToscoMusic.org">John@ToscoMusic.org</a>.&nbsp; His nonprofit's 7th Festival is aimed at helping the community come together and share their own creativity inspired by the spirit of the 60s and the music of the Beatles. Their timeless music and global popularity are a wonderful bridge that helps generations and cultures come together!&nbsp; John discusses with Sharon and Ed, FabFest , two days of Beatles fun &ndash; a ticketed concert on Friday night October 2 and FabFest Daytime on Saturday October 3&nbsp;- FREE with live music on two stages, a <a href="https://nam02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Furldefense.com%2Fv3%2F__https%3A%2F%2Ffabfestcharlotte.org%2Fbeatles-art-contest%2F__%3B!!LcufUzPfjw!B9eax2Wlb_VMcUo5w9lOLROk7gBw64WxJ1DubI86C7rrYcKCcL12glFDhZrYhEiH3wewhmtUXbUrTmf9%24&amp;data=05%7C02%7Clhines%40radio-one.com%7C3500b1a102bd4d19009d08df1a2ea4cf%7C6941a1465ef94278882f85efea53658c%7C0%7C0%7C639258459770974227%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=iUru2sRA8gKyv4cdNiy88j2Eh%2BrqLM%2BMGZGFRYYwNzo%3D&amp;reserved=0">Beatles Art Contest</a>&nbsp;and <a href="https://nam02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Furldefense.com%2Fv3%2F__https%3A%2F%2Ffabfestcharlotte.org%2Fbeatles-cover-contest%2F__%3B!!LcufUzPfjw!B9eax2Wlb_VMcUo5w9lOLROk7gBw64WxJ1DubI86C7rrYcKCcL12glFDhZrYhEiH3wewhmtUXWWC-Y2d%24&amp;data=05%7C02%7Clhines%40radio-one.com%7C3500b1a102bd4d19009d08df1a2ea4cf%7C6941a1465ef94278882f85efea53658c%7C0%7C0%7C639258459771003556%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=sOAL5PzoWySpCY7lpLgjyNTdjRlrO6xsYlGuFmllMCM%3D&amp;reserved=0">Cover Song Contest</a>, both with cash prizes.
 
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CAROLINA Focus with Sharon Thorsland and Ed Billick – Sunday Sept 27, 2026 Part 2

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CAROLINA Focus with Sharon Thorsland and Ed Billick – Sunday Sept 27, 2026 Part 1

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On this Sunday Sept 20, 2026 episode of CAROLINA Focus with Sharon Thorsland and Ed Billick



 Profiles in Broadcasting - WFNZ's Travis Hancock "T-Bone" - from his early childhood through all of life's career opportunities.  "Bone" tells his broadcasting story, where the name T-Bone originated, funny and entertaining!.  He shares the ways he learned about his trade and the many, many roles in his broadcast journey - w/Sharon and Ed. 

On this Sunday Sept 20, 2026 episode of CAROLINA&nbsp;Focus with Sharon Thorsland and Ed Billick
 
&nbsp;Profiles in Broadcasting&nbsp;- WFNZ's Travis Hancock "T-Bone"&nbsp;- from his early childhood through all of life's career opportunities.&nbsp; "Bone" tells his broadcasting story, where the name T-Bone originated, funny and entertaining!.&nbsp; He shares the ways he learned about his trade and the many, many roles in his broadcast journey - w/Sharon and Ed.&nbsp;

CAROLINA Focus with Sharon Thorsland and Ed Billick – Sunday Sept 20, 2026 Part 1

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